Summertime Storytime

10:30 am 

Ages 4 and up

Fridays: July 14, 21, 28, August 4

Just drop in; no registration necessary

Children sit alone, or with caregiver & siblings

Stories, songs, and summer fun!

Let's LEGO at the Library!

3:00 pm

Ages 6 - 12

Friday, July 28

Register to save your seat

LEGOs provided by the
Avon Free Public Library

Teen Lock In

Friday, July 28th, 7:00 - 11pm

For teens entering Grades 7-12

This year, the lock in theme is Candy Olympics!

Games, food, fun, & chances to earn LOTS of Library Loot.
There are limited spots, so sign up early!

* This program isn't recommended if you have sensitive food allergies. * 

This program has been canceled for all Monday meetings due to staffing. Canceled on Monday 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, and 7/31. 

We are sorry for any inconvience. 

Toddler Dance Party

Monday, July 31 at 10:30 am

Drop-in music and movement fun for toddlers (walkers to 5 years old).

Caregivers must stay with child. Siblings welcome!

No registration, just come ready to move (and groove).

Avon Free Public Library International Book Discussion Series: England

Monday, Jul. 31, 2017, 1:00 PM: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows

Monday, Aug.14, 2017, 1:00 PM: Year of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks

Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, 1:00 PM: Innocent Traitor by Alison Weir

This is a book discussion featuring books set in England. Led by Cyndi Larsen clarsen@avonctlibrary.info. Free and open to the public. No registration.

Family Game Time

Unplug, connect, and play with your family while learning some fantastic board games
that promote creative thinking, strategy, and cooperative play!

Ages 4+

Thurs., June 29 at 3-5pm

Mon., July 31 at 3-5pm

Just drop in!
 

Brought to you by:

Join us from 4-7pm in the library's parking lot for fresh fruits and produce from CT farmers!

www.avonctlibrary.info/farmersmarket.html

Every Tuesday Morning, until we run out of news....

~~How this group works:
Bring a topic you’d like to discuss! The topics will be voted on by the members present at the session, and the top two will be discussed that morning. Plan on about an hour or so of conversation and debate, organized by Hamilton Freeman, Avon resident. Bring snacks to share with the group.  
 

Children's Movie Matinee

Tuesday, August 1

2 pm

Library Community Room on 1st floor

Finding Dory

Rated PG, Runs 97 minutes 

Popcorn sponsored by Hoyt's Cinemas

Bring your own resealable drink

OPEN ART STUDIO

Each week offers a unique creativity-based art experience

collage, clay, paint, markers or pastels

designed for all ages

Tuesdays

July 25 and August 1, 8 and 15

Drop in!

4:30 to 6:00 

OPEN ART STUDIO

Each week offers a unique creativity-based art experience

 collage, clay, paint, markers or pastels

designed for all ages

Wednesdays

July 5, 12, 19, 26 and August 2 and 9

Drop in!

       10:30-12:00        1:00 to 3:00       

Free Genealogy Help at the Avon Library!

New to Genealogy?  Has your family research come to a dead end? Marilyn Giese will put your genealogy research back on track!
Just DROP IN ~ No registration. Program held in Local History Room.

Mike Bent Magic

Sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Public Library

Featuring magic, comedy, and awesome audience participation

Wed., August 2 at 3 pm

Ages 3 and up

No registration, just join us!

~~Each of these sessions will follow the “Rent an Uberbot” style

6/14, 6/28, 7/19 &  8/2

Bring in your laptop, phone, tablet, e-reader, or whatever you happen to have and an ÜberBot student will walk you through whatever you want to know in an one-on-one appointment. All questions welcome!  Sessions will be held in the Avon Library Computer Lab, no registration needed.
 

BABY & ME

Join us for a joyful time with books, music and bubbles!

Learn over 20 words in American Sign Language for Babies!

Ages: newborn to 24 months

THURSDAYS at 10:15

July 6, 20, 27, August 3 & 10

Sign up once to be registered for all the days listed

BABY & ME

Join us for a joyful time with books, music and bubbles! 

Learn over 20 words in American Sign Language

Ages: newborn to 24 months

THURSDAYS at 11:00

 July 6, 20, 27, August 3 & 10

Sign up once to be registered for all the days listed

Have your blood pressure checked!  Just walk-in!

A free community service of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association

Located in the Gallery hall, just outside the Community Room

Become an Eco Artist!

Create eco-friendly works of art inspired by nature

Ages 5 to 8

3-4 pm

in the Children's Art Studio

Register to save your seat

Become an Eco Artist!

Create eco-friendly works of art inspired by nature

Ages 9 to 12

4:15-5:15 pm

in the Children's Art Studio

Register to save your seat

Summertime Storytime

10:30 am 

Ages 4 and up

Fridays: July 14, 21, 28, August 4

Just drop in; no registration necessary

Children sit alone, or with caregiver & siblings

Stories, songs, and summer fun!

Let's LEGO at the Library!

3:00 pm

Ages 6 - 12

Friday, August 4

Register to save your seat

LEGOs provided by the
Avon Free Public Library

Our apologies:

Library Lab is CANCELLED due to staffing.

Hands-on science fun focused on
discovery, inquiry, and exploration!

Ages 8 - 11

3:00 pm

Monday, August 7

Join us from 4-7pm in the library's parking lot for fresh fruits and produce from CT farmers!

www.avonctlibrary.info/farmersmarket.html

Every Tuesday Morning, until we run out of news....

~~How this group works:
Bring a topic you’d like to discuss! The topics will be voted on by the members present at the session, and the top two will be discussed that morning. Plan on about an hour or so of conversation and debate, organized by Hamilton Freeman, Avon resident. Bring snacks to share with the group.  
 

Children's Movie Matinee

Tuesday, August 8

2 pm

Library Community Room on 1st floor

LEGO Batman

Rated PG, Runs 104 minutes 

Popcorn sponsored by Hoyt's Cinemas

Bring your own resealable drink

Teen Tuesdays

Avon vs. Simsbury

Tuesday, August 8 from 2:00-3:30pm. 

For teens entering Grades 7-12.

(Rain date Friday, August 11)

Dress for a SOAKING. BYO water gun (limited basic water guns to borrow).

Please note when registering if you need to borrow a library water gun.

OPEN ART STUDIO

Each week offers a unique creativity-based art experience

collage, clay, paint, markers or pastels

designed for all ages

Tuesdays

July 25 and August 1, 8 and 15

Drop in!

4:30 to 6:00 

~Tuesday, August 8,  2017, 6:30 pm Mystery Author Panel
featuring  Chris Knopf, Dawn Leger, Carole Shmurak,  Penny Goetjen, Steve Liskow, and Martin Herman!

OPEN ART STUDIO

Each week offers a unique creativity-based art experience

 collage, clay, paint, markers or pastels

designed for all ages

Wednesdays

July 5, 12, 19, 26 and August 2 and 9

Drop in!

       10:30-12:00        1:00 to 3:00       

KIDS AND TEENS: Want to be a seller at a

???

KIDS AND TEENS: Want to make something for the Summer Craft Fair?

Kids craft fair date: Wed. August 9th, sale time: 12:00 PM -3:00 PM

Sign up today to get a table to sell your kid-made and home-made crafts and foods. 

*100% KID MADE CRAFTS ONLY*

When registering, in the NOTE section:

1. If friends and siblings are selling together, please only register once. If more than 1 child is selling, please write in the NOTES how many are selling. 

2. Please mention what you think you will sell

Ice Cream Social

Sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Public Library

Celebrate the end of summer with delicious ice cream!

Wed., August 9 at 1:30 pm

All ages 

Community Room, 1st Floor

Meet Chompers!

The Hartford Yard Goats mascot will be at the library for photos and fun.

Wed., August 9 at 2:00 pm

All ages

Avon Library Community Room

Sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Public Library

BABY & ME

Join us for a joyful time with books, music and bubbles!

Learn over 20 words in American Sign Language for Babies!

Ages: newborn to 24 months

THURSDAYS at 10:15

July 6, 20, 27, August 3 & 10

Sign up once to be registered for all the days listed

BABY & ME

Join us for a joyful time with books, music and bubbles! 

Learn over 20 words in American Sign Language

Ages: newborn to 24 months

THURSDAYS at 11:00

 July 6, 20, 27, August 3 & 10

Sign up once to be registered for all the days listed

Become an Eco Artist!

Create eco-friendly works of art inspired by nature

Ages 5 to 8

3-4 pm

in the Children's Art Studio

Register to save your seat

Become an Eco Artist!

Create eco-friendly works of art inspired by nature

Ages 9 to 12

4:15-5:15 pm

in the Children's Art Studio

Register to save your seat

Teen Game Night

Trivia Night!

Thursday, August 10,  from 6 - 7:30 pm. For Teens entering Grades 7-12.

You and a partner will compete against other teams in Kahoot! trivia on YA books and pop culture. 

(C'mon, show us what you know...)

Book Talk & Signing

Connecticut author, Phil Goduti returns to Avon Library to talk about his latest book, "RFK and MLK"

Robert F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King, Jr., lived parallel lives. Their leadership helped millions of Americans recover from the assassination of John F. Kennedy and inspired hopes for a more peaceful, egalitarian society (which endured well after in their own tragic deaths just five years later). Their rhetoric addressed the pervasive issues of the era—poverty, war and civil rights—and encouraged young people and the disadvantaged throughout the United States and the world. This book examines their shared vision through their speeches, writings and public appearances during the cultural groundshift of 1963 through 1968.

Books will be for sale at this event!

This program has been canceled for all Monday meetings due to staffing. Canceled on Monday 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, and 7/31. 

We are sorry for any inconvience. 

Toddler Dance Party

Monday, July 31 at 10:30 am

Drop-in music and movement fun for toddlers (walkers to 5 years old).

Caregivers must stay with child. Siblings welcome!

No registration, just come ready to move (and groove).

Meet a Ballerina

Friday, August 11 at 3:00 pm

Children will participate in a dance class alongside 
a fully outfitted ballerina, followed by a short performance by the
dancer and photo opportunity.

Children ages 3 to 5
Different age siblings are welcome!

Registration required

Avon Free Public Library International Book Discussion Series: England

Monday, Jul. 31, 2017, 1:00 PM: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows

Monday, Aug.14, 2017, 1:00 PM: Year of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks

Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, 1:00 PM: Innocent Traitor by Alison Weir

This is a book discussion featuring books set in England. Led by Cyndi Larsen clarsen@avonctlibrary.info. Free and open to the public. No registration.

Join us from 4-7pm in the library's parking lot for fresh fruits and produce from CT farmers!

www.avonctlibrary.info/farmersmarket.html

Please call to confirm before attending your first meeting.

This program is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

Storytime for the young Down Syndrome community

Every Tuesday Morning, until we run out of news....

~~How this group works:
Bring a topic you’d like to discuss! The topics will be voted on by the members present at the session, and the top two will be discussed that morning. Plan on about an hour or so of conversation and debate, organized by Hamilton Freeman, Avon resident. Bring snacks to share with the group.  
 

OPEN ART STUDIO

Each week offers a unique creativity-based art experience

collage, clay, paint, markers or pastels

designed for all ages

Tuesdays

July 25 and August 1, 8 and 15

Drop in!

4:30 to 6:00 

New - Qello Indoor Summer Concert Series!

Concerts streamed to the library Community Room! All of the fun of an outdoor concert, but in air-conditioned comfort, and no bugs. Feel free to bring snacks and we'll provide the beverages. No need to sign up, just come and enjoy. All ages welcome.

Living Legend Series ~ Fridays @ 2:00 PM

Friday June 23 Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett (1 hr, 14 min)

Friday July 21 Paul Simon and Friends (1 hr, 45 min)

Friday August 25 Luciano Pavarotti and Friends (1 hr, 10 min.)

Lost Legends Series ~ Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM

Tuesday June 20 ~ David Bowie and Friends (1 hr, 26 min.)

Tuesday July 25 ~ Marvin Gaye (1 hr, 1 min)

Tuesday August 15 ~ Leonard Cohen (1 hr, 11 min)

Interested in meeting new people? Looking for an opportunity to engage in interesting discussions? Want to explore books you might not ordinarily choose? If the answer is yes, consider joining the Morning Book Club!. The informal group meets one Wednesday a month at 10:00 a.m.  Everyone is welcome, no registration required.

Upcoming titles to be discussed are:

June 21                    A Long Way Home by Saroo Brierley

July 19                     Dream Land by Sam Quinones

August 16                Dewey by Vicky Myron 

September 27       Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance

Teen Prize Auction

Bring all your Summer Reading Library Loot to bid
on prizes, gift cards, signed books, and more! For teens entering Grades 7-12.

Wednesday, August 16

2:00 - 3:45pm

- in the 1st Floor Community Room -

Can't make it? Email mhicking@libraryconnection.info to get a list of prizes on 8/7, give your top 3 choices to bid on, and leave us all your loot to bid for you. 

Special book event for Kiss Carlo, her newest title!

Co-sponsored by the Avon Library and the Prince Thomas of Savoy Italian Club, to celebrate their 100th anniversary.

Adriana Trigiani is beloved by millions of readers around the world for her bestselling novels, including, All the Stars in the Heavens, the instant bestseller of The New York Times, Barnes & Noble, Publishers Weekly, USA Today, and Indie Booksellers nationwide. She wrote the blockbuster The Shoemaker’s Wife, the Big Stone Gap series, the Valentine trilogy and Lucia, Lucia.  Trigiani’s themes of love and work, emphasis upon craftsmanship and family life have brought her legions of fans who call themselves Adri-addicts (a term coined by book maven Robin Kall). Their devotion has made Adriana one of “the reigning queens of women’s fiction” (USA Today).

Books will be available for sale, $23 for Kiss Carlo

Storytime & Craft 

with Local Author

Jenna Grodzicki

Join the former Pine Grove School teacher as she reads aloud her picture book, Pixie's Adventure, followed by a cat craft.

Signed and personalized copies will be available for purchase.

for children ages 4 and up

Register today!

Have your blood pressure checked!  Just walk-in!

A free community service of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association

Located in the Gallery hall, just outside the Community Room

Chocolates of the World!

~~Chocolate is a luxury food that is loved (and craved) globally. In this course, we will go on a journey of chocolate from the currency of the Aztec Empire to current day fair trade movements in places like Ghana and Ecuador. Like wine and coffee, chocolate production and distribution is imbued with geographic elements, such as environmental conditions and global economic factors. In this class, we will sample chocolate products from throughout the world.

Led by Dr. Pope
Samples will be served!

~~Dr. Pope is a Professor of Geography at CCSU and teaches all levels of human geography courses, including a course on the Geography of Coffee. She came to this specialty after her scholarship and teaching in and about Latin America and the Caribbean. She also teaches and conducts research in Medical Geography, and her countries of focus are Cuba and Belize. 

~Thursday, August 17,  2017, 6:30 pm  Children’s and Teen Author Panel
featuring Stacy Mozer, Gaetano J. Amato, Shawn Elizabeth George, Juliana Spink Mills, Liz Delton, and Steven Parlato! 

Back to School fun starts at the library!

Join us for a school-themed storytime for children entering PRESCHOOL (ages 4-5).

Monday, August 21 at 10:30am

Caregivers sit with children (and have fun too)

Register online

Join us from 4-7pm in the library's parking lot for fresh fruits and produce from CT farmers!

www.avonctlibrary.info/farmersmarket.html

Every Tuesday Morning, until we run out of news....

~~How this group works:
Bring a topic you’d like to discuss! The topics will be voted on by the members present at the session, and the top two will be discussed that morning. Plan on about an hour or so of conversation and debate, organized by Hamilton Freeman, Avon resident. Bring snacks to share with the group.  
 

Are you an avid teen reader? Love to read things before they come out? Then you might like:

TRU: Teen Readers Unite book discussion group

This group will meet Tues. August 22nd, 5:00-6:00 PM in the Teen Room

This group is open to teens entering Grades 7-12 who love to read!

Books read will be Advance Reader Copies (ARCs) of books before they come out. 

Sign up to read, show up to discuss on 8/22, and then you get to keep the book!

Once you sign up on Eventkeeper, pick up your copy at the Children's Desk.

They will check that you're signed up and then give you a copy!

~~Join us as Professor Dr. Paul Karpuk, CCSU     English Department, leads this discussion of the themes of Utopia / Dystopia in Russian  Literature. Please read Zamiatin's We and Olesha's Envy in preparation for this lecture

We (1924) is set in a futuristic, authoritarian   dystopia.  It was so incendiary when published that the Soviet Union blocked its publication  until 1988.  Envy  (1927)  explores a period of confusion and hypocrisy, as Communist society adopts Capitalistic policies. 

This group is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

~Thursday, August 24, 2017, 6:30 pm  Historical Fiction Panel
showcasing stories set in Connecticut! Featuring Diana Ross McCain, Beth Caruso, and Barbara Orberle!
 

New -  Indoor Summer Concert Series!

Concerts streamed to the library Community Room! All of the fun of an outdoor concert, but in air-conditioned comfort, and no bugs. Feel free to bring snacks and we'll provide the beverages. No need to sign up, just come and enjoy. All ages welcome.

Living Legend Series ~ Fridays @ 2:00 PM

Friday June 23 Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett (1 hr, 14 min)

Friday July 21 Paul Simon and Friends (1 hr, 45 min)

Friday August 25 Luciano Pavarotti and Friends (1 hr, 10 min.)

Lost Legends Series ~ Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM

Tuesday June 20 ~ David Bowie and Friends (1 hr, 26 min.)

Tuesday July 25 ~ Marvin Gaye (1 hr, 1 min)

Tuesday August 15 ~ Leonard Cohen (1 hr, 11 min)

Avon Free Public Library International Book Discussion Series: England

Monday, Jul. 31, 2017, 1:00 PM: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows

Monday, Aug.14, 2017, 1:00 PM: Year of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks

Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, 1:00 PM: Innocent Traitor by Alison Weir

This is a book discussion featuring books set in England. Led by Cyndi Larsen clarsen@avonctlibrary.info. Free and open to the public. No registration.

Join us from 4-7pm in the library's parking lot for fresh fruits and produce from CT farmers!

www.avonctlibrary.info/farmersmarket.html

Every Tuesday Morning, until we run out of news....

~~How this group works:
Bring a topic you’d like to discuss! The topics will be voted on by the members present at the session, and the top two will be discussed that morning. Plan on about an hour or so of conversation and debate, organized by Hamilton Freeman, Avon resident. Bring snacks to share with the group.  
 

Fall Film Series: Funny Women

All films begin at 1:30 (with the exception  of Desk Set on 9/26 which will begin at 2:30) and are shown in the Communuty Room on the first floor. Free of charge. No registration required. Just drop in and be prepared to laugh!

Tuesday 9/5 ~ The First Wives Club w/ Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, Diane Keaton (1 hr. 42 min. ; Rated PG)

Tuesday 9/12 ~ Death Becomes Her w/ Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn (1 hr. 44 min. ; Rated PG-13)

Tuesday 9/19 ~ Sister Act w/ Whoopi Goldberg (1 hr. 40 min. ; Rated PG)

Tuesday 9/26 ~ Desk Set w/ Katharine Hepburn (1 hr. 43 min. ; NR) Please Note: This film begins at 2:30, not 1:30

Tuesday 10/3 ~ Nine to Five w/ Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton (1 hr. 49 min. ; Rated PG)

Free Genealogy Help at the Avon Library!

New to Genealogy?  Has your family research come to a dead end? Marilyn Giese will put your genealogy research back on track!
Just DROP IN ~ No registration. Program held in Local History Room.

Have your blood pressure checked!  Just walk-in!

A free community service of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association

Located in the Gallery hall, just outside the Community Room

This program is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

Support Group will NOT be meeting this month.

Please call to confirm before attending your first meeting.

This program is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

Fall Film Series: Funny Women

All films begin at 1:30  (with the exception of Desk Set on 9/26 which will begin at 2:30) and are shown in the Communuty Room on the first floor. Free of charge. No registration required. Just drop in and be prepared to laugh!

Tuesday 9/5 ~ The First Wives Club w/ Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, Diane Keaton (1 hr. 42 min. ; Rated PG)

Tuesday 9/12 ~ Death Becomes Her w/ Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn (1 hr. 44 min. ; Rated PG-13)

Tuesday 9/19 ~ Sister Act w/ Whoopi Goldberg (1 hr. 40 min. ; Rated PG)

Tuesday 9/26 ~ Desk Set w/ Katharine Hepburn (1 hr. 43 min. ; NR) Please Note: This film begins at 2:30, not 1:30

Tuesday 10/3 ~ Nine to Five w/ Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton (1 hr. 49 min. ; Rated PG)

Read for a 15 minute interval between 4:15 and 5:15

to sign up contact Children's Room Desk: 860-673-9712 

Grades 1-4
Avon Library Storytime Room

Jessie is a 9 year old black lab who is a certified therapy dog.  Jessie is an awesome listener and loves hearing stories and belly rubs. 
Come read to us one on one for 15 minutes in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.

Author Andrew Gross visits to share his latest book, The Saboteur. Copies of this title will be available for sale during this event!

~~Join us for an evening of reflective political and personal  discussion with one of our favorite professors!

Dr. Warshauer has studied and talked about the Civil War anniversary in great depth, and wonders how the history and memory of 9/11 will change over time as generations that experienced the country’s greatest  terrorist attack move farther and farther from the actual event.  9/11 is a moment in time, yet the political and world issues that face America continue to define and be defined by the attack. This begs the question:
How do we remember 9/11, and how will that change as this  “9/11 generation” of people fades out and times moves on? Join our discussion. All ages welcome.

This program is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

Join us for a meeting for the F.A.N. Club (family of Avon nerds). For teens and adults.

Fall Film Series: Funny Women

All films begin at 1:30 (with the exception of Desk Set on 9/26 which will begin at 2:30) and are shown in the Communuty Room on the first floor. Free of charge. No registration required. Just drop in and be prepared to laugh!

Tuesday 9/5 ~ The First Wives Club w/ Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, Diane Keaton (1 hr. 42 min. ; Rated PG)

Tuesday 9/12 ~ Death Becomes Her w/ Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn (1 hr. 44 min. ; Rated PG-13)

Tuesday 9/19 ~ Sister Act w/ Whoopi Goldberg (1 hr. 40 min. ; Rated PG)

Tuesday 9/26 ~ Desk Set w/ Katharine Hepburn (1 hr. 43 min. ; NR) Please Note: This film begins at 2:30, not 1:30

Tuesday 10/3 ~ Nine to Five w/ Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton (1 hr. 49 min. ; Rated PG)

 Coloring for Adults on Wednesdays this Fall!

Research shows that coloring is not just fun, it’s also good for your health! Come and express yourself, relax, and meet new people. All supplies will be provided. The program will be held in the first floor atrium on September 20, September 27, October 4, and October 11 from 2:00-3:30. Come to one or all four. Stay for part or all of the session. No registration- just drop in and enjoy!

Have your blood pressure checked!  Just walk-in!

A free community service of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association

Located in the Gallery hall, just outside the Community Room

Details to follow

Fall Film Series: Funny Women

All films begin at 1:30 (with the exception of Desk Set on 9/26 which begins at 2:30) and are shown in the Communuty Room on the first floor. Free of charge. No registration required. Just drop in and be prepared to laugh!

Tuesday 9/5 ~ The First Wives Club w/ Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, Diane Keaton (1 hr. 42 min. ; Rated PG)

Tuesday 9/12 ~ Death Becomes Her w/ Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn (1 hr. 44 min. ; Rated PG-13)

Tuesday 9/19 ~ Sister Act w/ Whoopi Goldberg (1 hr. 40 min. ; Rated PG)

Tuesday 9/26 ~ Desk Set w/ Katharine Hepburn (1 hr. 43 min. ; NR) Please Note: This film begins at 2:30, not 1:30

Tuesday 10/3 ~ Nine to Five w/ Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton (1 hr. 49 min. ; Rated PG)

See Marisa

AFPL Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday September 26th, 6:00-8:00 PM

A great way to get your volunteers hours!

What do we do? Snack and discuss future teen programs and test out games & program ideas.

This month's snack: TBD

Future meetings Tuesday evenings in the Teen Room on: 

10/24, 11/21, 12/12, 1/30, 2/27, 3/27, 4/17, 5/15

Interested in meeting new people? Looking for an opportunity to engage in interesting discussions? Want to explore books you might not ordinarily choose? If the answer is yes, consider joining the Morning Book Club!. The informal group meets one Wednesday a month at 10:00 a.m.  Everyone is welcome, no registration required.

Upcoming titles to be discussed are:

June 21                    A Long Way Home by Saroo Brierley

July 19                     Dream Land by Sam Quinones

August 16                Dewey by Vicky Myron 

September 27          Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance

Coloring for Adults on Wednesdays this Fall!

Research shows that coloring is not just fun, it’s also good for your health! Come and express yourself, relax, and meet new people. All supplies will be provided. The program will be held in the first floor atrium on September 20, September 27, October 4, and October 11 from 2:00-3:30. Come to one or all four. Stay for part or all of the session. No registration- just drop in and enjoy!

Join us for outstanding evening films at the Avon Library! All films are free of charge and begin at 6:30 pm.
After the films, a discussion will be led by Bob Kagan, Professor of Communication at Central Connecticut State University and the University of Hartford.  Snacks to share are  encouraged!  No registration, just come in.

Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
The Eagle Huntress, 2016  Kick off the fall season with this inspirational documentary that follows a 13-year-old Mongolian girl as she strives to become the first female eagle hunter in her family in over 300 years. A wonderful story with great visuals, this film is both breathtaking and stunning. If you missed it during its brief run in Hartford, see it with us at the library.  Rated G, subtitles.

Thursday, October 26, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
Footnote, 2011   This Israeli comedy/drama focuses on the relationship and rivalry between a father and his son. Both men are academics, in the same field of study, at a university in Jerusalem. When the son’s work and fame surpass the father’s achievements, difficulties arise. This gem of a film was Israel’s submission for Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards.  Rated PG, subtitles.

Tuesday, November 21, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
The Guard, 2011   What happens when an FBI agent, played by Don Cheadle, travels to Ireland to assist with investigating an international drug ring?  Laughs and drama abound! This comedic thriller showcases outstanding performances from both Cheadle and one of Ireland’s top actors, Brendan Gleeson.  Rated R, subtitles.

Thursday, December 21, 2017
Under the Same Moon, 2007   This heartwarming story tells the tale of a young Mexican boy who travels to America to try to find his mother after his grandmother passes away. As his journey continues, his mother simultaneously begins to search for him. Join us for this crowd-pleaser that puts a personal, human touch on immigration.  Rated PG-13, subtitles.

Please call to confirm before attending your first meeting.

This program is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

Fall Film Series: Funny Women

All films begin at 1:30 (with the exception of Desk Set on 9/26 which will begin at 2:30) and are shown in the Communuty Room on the first floor. Free of charge. No registration required. Just drop in and be prepared to laugh!

Tuesday 9/5 ~ The First Wives Club w/ Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, Diane Keaton (1 hr. 42 min. ; Rated PG)

Tuesday 9/12 ~ Death Becomes Her w/ Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn (1 hr. 44 min. ; Rated PG-13)

Tuesday 9/19 ~ Sister Act w/ Whoopi Goldberg (1 hr. 40 min. ; Rated PG)

Tuesday 9/26 ~ Desk Set w/ Katharine Hepburn (1 hr. 43 min. ; NR) Please Note: This film begins at 2:30, not 1:30

Tuesday 10/3 ~ Nine to Five w/ Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton (1 hr. 49 min. ; Rated PG)

Free Genealogy Help at the Avon Library!

New to Genealogy?  Has your family research come to a dead end? Marilyn Giese will put your genealogy research back on track!
Just DROP IN ~ No registration. Program held in Local History Room.

Coloring for Adults on Wednesdays this Fall!

Research shows that coloring is not just fun, it’s also good for your health! Come and express yourself, relax, and meet new people. All supplies will be provided. The program will be held in the first floor atrium on September 20, September 27, October 4, and October 11 from 2:00-3:30. Come to one or all four. Stay for part or all of the session. No registration- just drop in and enjoy!

Have your blood pressure checked!  Just walk-in!

A free community service of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association

Located in the Gallery hall, just outside the Community Room

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Coloring for Adults on Wednesdays this Fall!

Research shows that coloring is not just fun, it’s also good for your health! Come and express yourself, relax, and meet new people. All supplies will be provided. The program will be held in the first floor atrium on September 20, September 27, October 4, and October 11 from 2:00-3:30. Come to one or all four. Stay for part or all of the session. No registration- just drop in and enjoy!

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

This program is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Popular instructor Janet Valencis is back to teach a four-week series of Papercrafts for Adults.

Have fun and learn something new! All supplies provided. Ages 16 and up. Come to one or all four.

No registration required.

Tuesday, October 17      3:00-4:00      Simple Bookmaking

Tuesday, October 24      3:00-4:00       Origami

Tuesday, October 31      3:00-4:00       3D Cards

Tuesday, November 7     3:00-4:00       Quilling

Read for a 15 minute interval between 4:15 and 5:15

to sign up contact Children's Room Desk: 860-673-9712 

Grades 1-4
Avon Library Storytime Room

Jessie is a 9 year old black lab who is a certified therapy dog.  Jessie is an awesome listener and loves hearing stories and belly rubs. 
Come read to us one on one for 15 minutes in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Have your blood pressure checked!  Just walk-in!

A free community service of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association

Located in the Gallery hall, just outside the Community Room

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Popular instructor Janet Valencis is back to teach a four-week series of Papercrafts for Adults.

Have fun and learn something new! All supplies provided. Ages 16 and up. Come to one or all four.

No registration required.

Tuesday, October 17 3:00-4:00 Simple Bookmaking

Tuesday, October 24 3:00-4:00 Origami

Tuesday, October 31 3:00-4:00 3D Cards

Tuesday, November 7 3:00-4:00 Quilling

AFPL Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday October 24th, 6:00-8:00 PM

A great way to get your volunteers hours!

What do we do? Snack and discuss future teen programs and test out games & program ideas.

This month's snack: TBD

Future meetings Tuesday evenings in the Teen Room on: 

11/21, 12/12, 1/30, 2/27, 3/27, 4/17, 5/15

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Join us for outstanding evening films at the Avon Library! All films are free of charge and begin at 6:30 pm.
After the films, a discussion will be led by Bob Kagan, Professor of Communication at Central Connecticut State University and the University of Hartford. Snacks to share are encouraged!  No registration, just show up!

Thursday, October 26, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
Footnote, 2011 This Israeli comedy/drama focuses on the relationship and rivalry between a father and his son. Both men are academics, in the same field of study, at a university in Jerusalem. When the son’s work and fame surpass the father’s achievements, difficulties arise. This gem of a film was Israel’s submission for Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards. Rated PG, subtitles.

Tuesday, November 21, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
The Guard, 2011 What happens when an FBI agent, played by Don Cheadle, travels to Ireland to assist with investigating an international drug ring? Laughs and drama abound! This comedic thriller showcases outstanding performances from both Cheadle and one of Ireland’s top actors, Brendan Gleeson. Rated R, subtitles.

Thursday, December 21, 2017
Under the Same Moon, 2007 This heartwarming story tells the tale of a young Mexican boy who travels to America to try to find his mother after his grandmother passes away. As his journey continues, his mother simultaneously begins to search for him. Join us for this crowd-pleaser that puts a personal, human touch on immigration. Rated PG-13, subtitles.

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Popular instructor Janet Valencis is back to teach a four-week series of Papercrafts for Adults.

Have fun and learn something new! All supplies provided. Ages 16 and up. Come to one or all four.

No registration required.

Tuesday, October 17 3:00-4:00 Simple Bookmaking

Tuesday, October 24 3:00-4:00 Origami

Tuesday, October 31 3:00-4:00 3D Cards

Tuesday, November 7 3:00-4:00 Quilling

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Free Genealogy Help at the Avon Library!

New to Genealogy?  Has your family research come to a dead end? Marilyn Giese will put your genealogy research back on track!
Just DROP IN ~ No registration. Program held in Local History Room.

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Have your blood pressure checked!  Just walk-in!

A free community service of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association

Located in the Gallery hall, just outside the Community Room

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Popular instructor Janet Valencis is back to teach a four-week series of Papercrafts for Adults.

Have fun and learn something new! All supplies provided. Ages 16 and up. Come to one or all four.

No registration required.

Tuesday, October 17 3:00-4:00 Simple Bookmaking

Tuesday, October 24 3:00-4:00 Origami

Tuesday, October 31 3:00-4:00 3D Cards

Tuesday, November 7 3:00-4:00 Quilling

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Read for a 15 minute interval between 4:15 and 5:15

to sign up contact Children's Room Desk: 860-673-9712 

Grades 1-4
Avon Library Storytime Room

Jessie is a 9 year old black lab who is a certified therapy dog.  Jessie is an awesome listener and loves hearing stories and belly rubs. 
Come read to us one on one for 15 minutes in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.

This program is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Have your blood pressure checked!  Just walk-in!

A free community service of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association

Located in the Gallery hall, just outside the Community Room

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

This program is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

AFPL Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday November 21st, 6:00-8:00 PM

A great way to get your volunteers hours!

What do we do? Snack and discuss future teen programs and test out games & program ideas.

This month's snack: TBD

Future meetings Tuesday evenings in the Teen Room on: 

12/12, 1/30, 2/27, 3/27, 4/17, 5/15

Join us for outstanding evening films at the Avon Library! All films are free of charge and begin at 6:30 pm.
After the films, a discussion will be led by Bob Kagan, Professor of Communication at Central Connecticut State University and the University of Hartford. Snacks to share are encouraged!

Tuesday, November 21, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
The Guard, 2011 What happens when an FBI agent, played by Don Cheadle, travels to Ireland to assist with investigating an international drug ring? Laughs and drama abound! This comedic thriller showcases outstanding performances from both Cheadle and one of Ireland’s top actors, Brendan Gleeson. Rated R, subtitles.

Thursday, December 21, 2017
Under the Same Moon, 2007 This heartwarming story tells the tale of a young Mexican boy who travels to America to try to find his mother after his grandmother passes away. As his journey continues, his mother simultaneously begins to search for him. Join us for this crowd-pleaser that puts a personal, human touch on immigration. Rated PG-13, subtitles.

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Gallery Exhibit

Historic Photographs of Avon on exhibit October 7 to  November 30, 2017

Details to follow

Free Genealogy Help at the Avon Library!

New to Genealogy?  Has your family research come to a dead end? Marilyn Giese will put your genealogy research back on track!
Just DROP IN ~ No registration. Program held in Local History Room.

Details for follow

Presented by Avon Resident Linda Jensen

Have your blood pressure checked!  Just walk-in!

A free community service of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association

Located in the Gallery hall, just outside the Community Room

Adult craft program, details to follow

AFPL Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday December 12th, 6:00-8:00 PM

A great way to get your volunteers hours!

What do we do? Snack and discuss future teen programs and test out games & program ideas.

This month's snack: TBD

 1/30, 2/27, 3/27, 4/17, 5/15

Join us for a meeting for the F.A.N. Club (family of Avon nerds). For teens and adults.

Have your blood pressure checked!  Just walk-in!

A free community service of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association

Located in the Gallery hall, just outside the Community Room

Join us for outstanding evening films at the Avon Library! All films are free of charge and begin at 6:30 pm.
After the films, a discussion will be led by Bob Kagan, Professor of Communication at Central Connecticut State University and the University of Hartford. Snacks to share are encouraged!  No registration, just show up!

Thursday, December 21, 2017
Under the Same Moon, 2007 This heartwarming story tells the tale of a young Mexican boy who travels to America to try to find his mother after his grandmother passes away. As his journey continues, his mother simultaneously begins to search for him. Join us for this crowd-pleaser that puts a personal, human touch on immigration. Rated PG-13, subtitles.

Read for a 15 minute interval between 4:15 and 5:15

to sign up contact Children's Room Desk: 860-673-9712 

Grades 1-4
Avon Library Storytime Room

Jessie is a 9 year old black lab who is a certified therapy dog.  Jessie is an awesome listener and loves hearing stories and belly rubs. 
Come read to us one on one for 15 minutes in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.

AFPL Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday January 30th, 6:00-8:00 PM

A great way to get your volunteers hours!

What do we do? Snack and discuss future teen programs and test out games & program ideas.

This month's snack: TBD

2/27, 3/27, 4/17, 5/15

Read for a 15 minute interval between 4:15 and 5:15

to sign up contact Children's Room Desk: 860-673-9712 

Grades 1-4
Avon Library Storytime Room

Jessie is a 9 year old black lab who is a certified therapy dog.  Jessie is an awesome listener and loves hearing stories and belly rubs. 
Come read to us one on one for 15 minutes in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.

AFPL Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday February 27th, 6:00-8:00 PM

A great way to get your volunteers hours!

What do we do? Snack and discuss future teen programs and test out games & program ideas.

This month's snack: TBD

3/27, 4/17, 5/15

Read for a 15 minute interval between 4:15 and 5:15

to sign up contact Children's Room Desk: 860-673-9712 

Grades 1-4
Avon Library Storytime Room

Jessie is a 9 year old black lab who is a certified therapy dog.  Jessie is an awesome listener and loves hearing stories and belly rubs. 
Come read to us one on one for 15 minutes in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.