American Revolution Artifacts and Stories from Across Connecticut

American Revolution Artifacts and Stories from Across Connecticut will be on display in the Art Gallery from July 1- July 31, 2025. Special thanks to Avon’s 250th Coordinating Committee for sponsoring this traveling exhibit.

Gallery, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2025

A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the library lawn! (Weather permitting*)  For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! *If there is bad weather on any of the following dates, the program will meet indoors, in the Children’s Department on the 2nd floor of the librar......More

A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the library lawn! (Weather permitting*)  For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! *If there is bad weather on any of the following dates, the program will meet indoors, in the Children’s Department on the 2nd floor of the library. Tuesday mornings at 11:00 a.m. July 1: Favorites! July 8: On the Go! July 15: Going to the Zoo! July 22:  Cats and Dogs! July 29:  Keep the Beat! August 5: Favorites! August 12: Outer Space! Please bring chairs or a blanket to sit on during the program.

Library Lawn, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Teen Card & Board Games Tuesdays

Each Tuesday this summer we will be breaking out the board games and card games from 2:00 to 3:00 as part of our Gaming Theme for Summer Reading!Test your skills at the classics, Apples to Apples, Cards Against Humanity (Family Edition), and more! This weekly program al......More

Each Tuesday this summer we will be breaking out the board games and card games from 2:00 to 3:00 as part of our Gaming Theme for Summer Reading!Test your skills at the classics, Apples to Apples, Cards Against Humanity (Family Edition), and more! This weekly program also helps teens to earn Library Loot, so make sure to participate!Winners of certain games will have a chance to spin the prize wheel as well! For teens grades 7-12!No registration required.

Teen Room, 281 Country Club Rd CT, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Tales & Tunes

Tuesday, July 1st at 6:00pmChildren’s Room Main FloorJoin us for stories, songs, and movement!Recommended for ages 3 & upRegistration Encouraged, Drop-Ins Welcome!

Children’s Department Main Room, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Avon Youth Hockey

Board Room, 2nd Floor, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Open Art Studio 11am

Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00  Wednesdays July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 6, 13

Children’s Art Studio, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Open Art Studio 2pm

Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 2:00 and 3:00  Wednesdays June 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 6, 13

Children’s Art Studio, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Wonderful Wednesdays Children's Museum Mammal Show!

The Children’s Museum Mammal Show – Learn all about “Animal Adaptations and Habitats.” Meet 5 of the Wildlife Sanctuary animals with a focus on mammals! Location: 1st Floor Community Room Recommended for ages 5 and up (Drop in, space is limited and room capacity will be......More

The Children’s Museum Mammal Show – Learn all about “Animal Adaptations and Habitats.” Meet 5 of the Wildlife Sanctuary animals with a focus on mammals! Location: 1st Floor Community Room Recommended for ages 5 and up (Drop in, space is limited and room capacity will be observed) Wonderful Wednesdays are sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Free Public Library

Community Room, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Indivisible Farmington Valley

For more information, contact [email protected]

Community Room, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Summer 2025 Read To A Dog

What is Read To A Dog? Children can sign up for one 15 minute slot to practice their reading with a furry canine friend, Islay the therapy dog, from Bright Spot Therapy Dogs! Siblings entering Grades 1-4 sign up separately. Registration required. Sign up in person or ca......More

What is Read To A Dog? Children can sign up for one 15 minute slot to practice their reading with a furry canine friend, Islay the therapy dog, from Bright Spot Therapy Dogs! Siblings entering Grades 1-4 sign up separately. Registration required. Sign up in person or call. Open to kids entering Grades 1-4. Due to demand, we are signing up each child just once. HOW TO SIGN UP FOR YOUR 15 MINUTE TIME SLOT: Call 860 – 673 – 9712 ext 3 to sign up over the phone OR Come in person to the 2nd floor Children’s Desk. Dates: Wed. 6/25, 6:30-7:30pm Wed. 7/2, 6:30-7:30pm Wed. 7/9, 6:30-7:30pm Wed. 7/16, 6:30-7:30pm   Thank you to Bright Spot Therapy Dogs, Inc and to our volunteers: Bill the human, and Islay the dog for giving of their time.

Children’s Storytime Room, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Baby Steps Support Group

This event is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

Community Room, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Current Events (virtual program)

This is a freewheeling discussion of current affairs, culture, and anything else on our minds. There are never any shortage of topics to explore, and opinions to voice. Plan on about an hour or so of conversation and debate, organized by Avon residents. Please register ......More

This is a freewheeling discussion of current affairs, culture, and anything else on our minds. There are never any shortage of topics to explore, and opinions to voice. Plan on about an hour or so of conversation and debate, organized by Avon residents. Please register and a Zoom link will be sent to you before the event. During Thanksgiving week, Current Events will meet on the Wednesday before the holiday.

Online (Zoom)

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Board Room, 2nd Floor, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Teen Giant Games Thursdays

Join us every Thursday this summer to play Giant Games like Connect 4, Jenga, Tetris, Uno, and more! Games will be available from 2:00 to 4:00 in the Teen Room. For teens grades 7-12.No registration required.

Teen Room, 281 Country Club Rd CT, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

The Library is closed for the holiday.

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Teen Friday Flicks

Join us in the Teen Room on Fridays this Summer to cool off and enjoy some movies!We will have assorted snacks or refreshments most days. For rising 7th – 12th and class of ’25. No registration required.

Teen Room, 281 Country Club Rd CT, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

The Library is closed for the holiday.

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Calendar Kids - A Timely Storytime

Everybody knows holidays like Halloween, Hanukkah, and Ramadan – now let’s hear some love for the lesser known celebrations, like National Women in Engineering Day or National Junk Food Day! Come hear stories, sing songs, and learn signs with Dee every Monday at 11am, s......More

Everybody knows holidays like Halloween, Hanukkah, and Ramadan – now let’s hear some love for the lesser known celebrations, like National Women in Engineering Day or National Junk Food Day! Come hear stories, sing songs, and learn signs with Dee every Monday at 11am, starting June 23rd, 2025! This program is plenty of fun for all ages! No registration required! Each storytime will involve one story, at least one new sign from American Sign Language, and plenty of songs, dances, and movement! See you in the middle of the Children’s Department! Location: Children’s Department, Second Floor of the Avon Free Public Library Time: Mondays at 11am, starting June 23rd, 2025 Audience: All ages willing to sing, dance, and listen to stories Registration: Not Required!

Children’s Department Main Room, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Teen Anime Club

Stop by the Teen Room at 2pm on Mondays this Summer to join the Teen Anime Club!Weeb-out as we select new anime each week to watch, discuss, and enjoy some snacks! For rising 7th – 12th and class of ’25. No registration required. 

Teen Room, 281 Country Club Rd CT, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Introduction to 3D design and Printing with Tinkercad and OnShape

Mondays & Wednesdays, 2-3:30 PM 7/7 & 7/9 | 7/14 & 7/16 | 7/21 & 7/23 Register ONCE for all 6 dates.  You are expected to attend all 6. Space is limited for 10 kids entering Grades 5, 6, or 7 in Fall ’25.  Registration required.    This program introduces students enter......More

Mondays & Wednesdays, 2-3:30 PM 7/7 & 7/9 | 7/14 & 7/16 | 7/21 & 7/23 Register ONCE for all 6 dates.  You are expected to attend all 6. Space is limited for 10 kids entering Grades 5, 6, or 7 in Fall ’25.  Registration required.    This program introduces students entering grades 5-7 to core engineering principles through hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software, including Tinkercad and Onshape. By engaging with real-world design challenges, students will explore the engineering design process. What will happen in this class? Students will come up with ideas, build and test their models, and learn how to use CAD software. This will help students build important skills like spatial thinking, creativity, and problem-solving, and spark their interest in engineering. This program will be taught by local Avon student as part of their Capstone Project for graduation from Avon High School. Avon Free Public Library staff will help facilitate this program and be present in the room.   This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Avon Free Public Library.

Computer Lab, 1st Floor, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Summer Kids Lego Club 2025

Come create your own Lego masterpiece!  For children ages 6-11. The library will provide Legos for this program. Mondays 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Story Time Room June 23, 30 | July 7, 14, 21 | August 4, 11 NO PROGRAM ON JULY 28 ***SIGN UP FOR EACH DATE SEPARATELY**......More

Come create your own Lego masterpiece!  For children ages 6-11. The library will provide Legos for this program. Mondays 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Story Time Room June 23, 30 | July 7, 14, 21 | August 4, 11 NO PROGRAM ON JULY 28 ***SIGN UP FOR EACH DATE SEPARATELY*** June 23rd – https://www.avonctlibrary.info/event/summer-kids-lego-club-2025/2025-06-23/ June 30th – https://www.avonctlibrary.info/event/summer-kids-lego-club-2025/2025-06-30/ July 7th – https://www.avonctlibrary.info/event/summer-kids-lego-club-2025/2025-07-07/ July 21st – https://www.avonctlibrary.info/event/summer-kids-lego-club-2025/2025-07-14/ July 28th – NO PROGRAM TODAY August 4th – https://www.avonctlibrary.info/event/summer-kids-lego-club-2025/2025-08-04/ August 11th – https://www.avonctlibrary.info/event/summer-kids-lego-club-2025/2025-08-11/

Children’s Storytime Room, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Understanding Human Trafficking with We Are One Inc.

Join us for a powerful and educational seminar that brings the issue of human trafficking out of the shadows. Ashley Phan—a Connecticut native, survivor of child trafficking, and 2025 DOJ Survivor Voices Award nominee—will lead a community conversation on how traffickin......More

Join us for a powerful and educational seminar that brings the issue of human trafficking out of the shadows. Ashley Phan—a Connecticut native, survivor of child trafficking, and 2025 DOJ Survivor Voices Award nominee—will lead a community conversation on how trafficking affects our neighborhoods and what we can do to prevent it. This seminar is ideal for parents, educators, service providers, and especially teens and young adults who want to protect themselves and others. Awareness is the first step toward prevention. Let’s raise awareness, support survivors, and build a safer future—together.

Community Room, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2025

A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the library lawn! (Weather permitting*)  For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! *If there is bad weather on any of the following dates, the program will meet indoors, in the Children’s Department on the 2nd floor of the librar......More

A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the library lawn! (Weather permitting*)  For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! *If there is bad weather on any of the following dates, the program will meet indoors, in the Children’s Department on the 2nd floor of the library. Tuesday mornings at 11:00 a.m. July 1: Favorites! July 8: On the Go! July 15: Going to the Zoo! July 22:  Cats and Dogs! July 29:  Keep the Beat! August 5: Favorites! August 12: Outer Space! Please bring chairs or a blanket to sit on during the program.

Library Lawn, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Teen Card & Board Games Tuesdays

Each Tuesday this summer we will be breaking out the board games and card games from 2:00 to 3:00 as part of our Gaming Theme for Summer Reading!Test your skills at the classics, Apples to Apples, Cards Against Humanity (Family Edition), and more! This weekly program al......More

Each Tuesday this summer we will be breaking out the board games and card games from 2:00 to 3:00 as part of our Gaming Theme for Summer Reading!Test your skills at the classics, Apples to Apples, Cards Against Humanity (Family Edition), and more! This weekly program also helps teens to earn Library Loot, so make sure to participate!Winners of certain games will have a chance to spin the prize wheel as well! For teens grades 7-12!No registration required.

Teen Room, 281 Country Club Rd CT, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Operations & Administration Committee

Board Room, 2nd Floor, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Tales & Tunes

Tuesday, July 8th at 6:00pmChildren’s Room Main FloorJoin us for stories, songs, and movement!Recommended for ages 3 & upRegistration Encouraged, Drop-Ins Welcome!

Children’s Department Main Room, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Wednesday Morning Book Club: Crying in H Mart

Join the Morning Book Club to talk about Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner. Copies of the book and a reader’s guide will be available to check out ahead of time at the Reference Desk. Past participation is not required for this once-a-month book club. Everyone is welc......More

Join the Morning Book Club to talk about Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner. Copies of the book and a reader’s guide will be available to check out ahead of time at the Reference Desk. Past participation is not required for this once-a-month book club. Everyone is welcome to join the low-key, no long-term commitment, friendly group. Registration is required.   #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the indie rock sensation known as Japanese Breakfast, an unforgettable memoir about family, food, grief, love, and growing up Korean American—“in losing her mother and cooking to bring her back to life, Zauner became herself” (NPR). CELEBRATING OVER ONE YEAR ON THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER LIST “Michelle Zauner has written a book you experience with all of your senses: sentences you can taste, paragraphs that sound like music. She seamlessly blends stories of food and memory, sumptuousness and grief, to weave a complex narrative of loyalty and loss.” —Rachel Syme, New Yorker Writer“I read Crying in H Mart with my heart in my throat. In this beautifully written memoir, Michelle Zauner has created a gripping, sensuous portrait of an indelible mother-daughter bond that hits all the notes: love, friction, loyalty, grief. All mothers and daughters will recognize themselves—and each other—in these pages.” —Dani Shapiro, author of Inheritance  

Atrium, First Floor Reference Area, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Open Art Studio 11am

Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00  Wednesdays July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 6, 13

Children’s Art Studio, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Open Art Studio 2pm

Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 2:00 and 3:00  Wednesdays June 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 6, 13

Children’s Art Studio, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States

Introduction to 3D design and Printing with Tinkercad and OnShape

Mondays & Wednesdays, 2-3:30 PM 7/7 & 7/9 | 7/14 & 7/16 | 7/21 & 7/23 Register ONCE for all 6 dates.  You are expected to attend all 6. Space is limited for 10 kids entering Grades 5, 6, or 7 in Fall ’25.  Registration required.    This program introduces students enter......More

Mondays & Wednesdays, 2-3:30 PM 7/7 & 7/9 | 7/14 & 7/16 | 7/21 & 7/23 Register ONCE for all 6 dates.  You are expected to attend all 6. Space is limited for 10 kids entering Grades 5, 6, or 7 in Fall ’25.  Registration required.    This program introduces students entering grades 5-7 to core engineering principles through hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software, including Tinkercad and Onshape. By engaging with real-world design challenges, students will explore the engineering design process. What will happen in this class? Students will come up with ideas, build and test their models, and learn how to use CAD software. This will help students build important skills like spatial thinking, creativity, and problem-solving, and spark their interest in engineering. This program will be taught by local Avon student as part of their Capstone Project for graduation from Avon High School. Avon Free Public Library staff will help facilitate this program and be present in the room.   This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Avon Free Public Library.

Computer Lab, 1st Floor, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States