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 June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19, 26

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

Makerspace Open Hours

Please join us in the Makerspace to create, explore, and learn! Explore immersive worlds with our VR headset.Explore everything the Cricut Maker 4 can offer! With over 200+ compatible materials, the possibilities are endless! Create mugs, t-shirts, tote bags, cards, dec......More

Please join us in the Makerspace to create, explore, and learn! Explore immersive worlds with our VR headset.Explore everything the Cricut Maker 4 can offer! With over 200+ compatible materials, the possibilities are endless! Create mugs, t-shirts, tote bags, cards, decorations, and so much more!Bring your ideas to life with 3D printing and design.Check out our Creality Falcon A1 Laser Cutter and Engraver! With the ability to engrave and cut wood, acrylic, cork, and more, the possibilities are endless!Makerspace Open Hours: Monday: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Tuesday: 4:00pm – 7:00pm Wednesday: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Friday: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Location: Computer Lab Make a Reservation

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America 250 Teen: Native Resistance

As part of the AFPL’s America’s 250th programming: Textile Printing Inspired by the Indigenous and native leaders on North American Soil against colonization and oppression of their people, teens will create iconography, color stories, and representations of these leade......More

As part of the AFPL’s America’s 250th programming: Textile Printing Inspired by the Indigenous and native leaders on North American Soil against colonization and oppression of their people, teens will create iconography, color stories, and representations of these leaders and the deeds that made them famous and powerful figures in resistance. For Grades 7-12.

Teen Room, 281 Country Club Rd CT, 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 11:00 and 12:00 Wednesdays June 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19  

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Teen Hobby Hangout: Magic the Gathering

This Wednesday: MTG You may bring your own decks and mats if you wish. We own four pre-made decks, full stock of jump-start decks, and thousands of cards to build your own. Compete for booster packs and art cards courtesy of MagiKids! Join us every Wednesday for a diffe......More

This Wednesday: MTG You may bring your own decks and mats if you wish. We own four pre-made decks, full stock of jump-start decks, and thousands of cards to build your own. Compete for booster packs and art cards courtesy of MagiKids! Join us every Wednesday for a different hobby/fandom hangout! Bring your own materials, instruments, or borrow some of ours!These are not intended to teach participants how to play, but if other participants feel generous enough to teach, they may. For Teens rising 7th – graduating 12th.   Full Summer Lineup: Chess- June 14thMagic the Gathering- July 1stWriters/Authors/Poets- July 8thArtists- July 15thDungeons & Dragons- July 22ndPokemon- July 29thMusicians- August 5thAnime & Manga- August 19th

Teen Room, 2nd event, 281 Country Club Rd CT, Avon, CT, 06001

Wonderful Wednesdays: Digging It with Science Heroes

Unearth your love for science in this exciting and interactive S.T.E.M. adventure for the whole family! Join Science Heroes as we dig into the fascinating world around us through hands-on experiments, audience participation, and high-energy storytelling. Kids will help ......More

Unearth your love for science in this exciting and interactive S.T.E.M. adventure for the whole family! Join Science Heroes as we dig into the fascinating world around us through hands-on experiments, audience participation, and high-energy storytelling. Kids will help conduct thrilling demonstrations about states of matter, pressure, and more. Along the way, we’ll celebrate the real scientists who study rocks, soil, and everything underground. If you didn’t already love science, you’ll really “dig it” after this fun-filled program! Recommended for ages five and up, this program is first-come, first-served and was generously 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

Community 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

Baby and Me

BABY AND ME Thursdays 11:00 – 11:30 Books, rhymes, songs, sign language and bubbles! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required June 4, 11, 18, 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 6, 13, 20, 27

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

Current Events 2026 (Virtual event)

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. There’s no pressure to attend each week just log in as often/infrequently as you like! During Thanksgiving week, Current Events will meet on the Wednesday before the holiday. During Christmas and New Year’s week, this group will also meet on the Wednesday before the holiday.

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Fungi Farming Frenzy

An introduction to the world of growing mushrooms in your own backyardwith Mark Gostkiewicz! Discover the magic of backyard mushroom growing!Join master gardener, Mark, in this eye-opening workshop where you’ll learn the ins and outs of cultivating three easy-to-grow mu......More

An introduction to the world of growing mushrooms in your own backyardwith Mark Gostkiewicz! Discover the magic of backyard mushroom growing!Join master gardener, Mark, in this eye-opening workshop where you’ll learn the ins and outs of cultivating three easy-to-grow mushroom varieties: Shiitakes, Oysters, and Wine Caps. Ages 12+, with a number of seats reserved for teens.

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

Teen New Game Thursday

Learn how to play a different card or board game each Thursday this summer from Teen Volunteers!We have a huge collection of brand new board games and card games, and learning new ones can be tough on your own, make it easier by being taught. Bring your friends and disc......More

Learn how to play a different card or board game each Thursday this summer from Teen Volunteers!We have a huge collection of brand new board games and card games, and learning new ones can be tough on your own, make it easier by being taught. Bring your friends and discover a new fan-favorite game to play together! Snacks provided to participants. For Teens rising 7th – graduating 12th.

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

The Library is closed today for the holiday.

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Makerspace Open Hours

Please join us in the Makerspace to create, explore, and learn! Explore immersive worlds with our VR headset.Explore everything the Cricut Maker 4 can offer! With over 200+ compatible materials, the possibilities are endless! Create mugs, t-shirts, tote bags, cards, dec......More

Please join us in the Makerspace to create, explore, and learn! Explore immersive worlds with our VR headset.Explore everything the Cricut Maker 4 can offer! With over 200+ compatible materials, the possibilities are endless! Create mugs, t-shirts, tote bags, cards, decorations, and so much more!Bring your ideas to life with 3D printing and design.Check out our Creality Falcon A1 Laser Cutter and Engraver! With the ability to engrave and cut wood, acrylic, cork, and more, the possibilities are endless!Makerspace Open Hours: Monday: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Tuesday: 4:00pm – 7:00pm Wednesday: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Friday: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Location: Computer Lab Make a Reservation

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The Library is closed today for the holiday.

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Signing Storytime

Come hear stories, sing songs, and learn signs with Mx. Dee every Monday at 11am, starting April 27th, 2026! This program is plenty of fun for all ages! No registration required! Each story time will involve one story and singing, at least one new sign from American Sig......More

Come hear stories, sing songs, and learn signs with Mx. Dee every Monday at 11am, starting April 27th, 2026! This program is plenty of fun for all ages! No registration required! Each story time will involve one story and singing, at least one new sign from American Sign Language, and some time spent creating in the Art Studio! 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 April 27th, 2026. (There will be no storytime on May 25th, June 8th, or June 15th). Audience: All ages willing to sing, dance, and learn! Registration: Not Required!

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

Makerspace Open Hours

Please join us in the Makerspace to create, explore, and learn! Explore immersive worlds with our VR headset.Explore everything the Cricut Maker 4 can offer! With over 200+ compatible materials, the possibilities are endless! Create mugs, t-shirts, tote bags, cards, dec......More

Please join us in the Makerspace to create, explore, and learn! Explore immersive worlds with our VR headset.Explore everything the Cricut Maker 4 can offer! With over 200+ compatible materials, the possibilities are endless! Create mugs, t-shirts, tote bags, cards, decorations, and so much more!Bring your ideas to life with 3D printing and design.Check out our Creality Falcon A1 Laser Cutter and Engraver! With the ability to engrave and cut wood, acrylic, cork, and more, the possibilities are endless!Makerspace Open Hours: Monday: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Tuesday: 4:00pm – 7:00pm Wednesday: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Friday: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Location: Computer Lab Make a Reservation

Makerspace

Croatia Book Discussion Series: More Than I Love My Life

Mon., Jul. 6, 2026 at 2 PM: More Than I Love My Life by David Grossman Thirty-year-old Gili seeks to make a film that might help explain her life and embarks on an unlikely journey with her grandmother, Vera, to a barren island off the coast of Croatia where Vera was im......More

Mon., Jul. 6, 2026 at 2 PM: More Than I Love My Life by David Grossman Thirty-year-old Gili seeks to make a film that might help explain her life and embarks on an unlikely journey with her grandmother, Vera, to a barren island off the coast of Croatia where Vera was imprisoned and tortured for not denouncing her husband as an enemy of the state. This is an in-person book discussion featuring books set internationally led by librarian Cyndi Larsen. Copies of the book will be available behind the reference desk. For more information, contact Cyndi Larsen [email protected] 860-673-9712. Free and open to the public.

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

Teen Movie Monday

Join us in the Teen Room at 2:00 every Monday for a screening of various movies! Get comfy on the couch, or the floor, plus enjoy popcorn and snacks. Want to help decide what we should watch? Leave a comment on our Instagram post: @avonlibraryteens For Teens rising 7th ......More

Join us in the Teen Room at 2:00 every Monday for a screening of various movies! Get comfy on the couch, or the floor, plus enjoy popcorn and snacks. Want to help decide what we should watch? Leave a comment on our Instagram post: @avonlibraryteens For Teens rising 7th – graduating 12th.

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

Kids Summer Comic Club!

For Children Entering Grades 2-6 Let’s Create Comics together! Mondays from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13 This is a four week program, sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library Each child will receive their own sketchbook and special drawing pen ......More

For Children Entering Grades 2-6 Let’s Create Comics together! Mondays from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13 This is a four week program, sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library Each child will receive their own sketchbook and special drawing pen to use during the program and they will get to keep their books after the final week. Art Studio in Children’s Department Sign up once for all four weeks.

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

C&C: Conversation & Camaraderie (in-person)

Conversations & Camaraderie: a Farmington Valley Men’s Social GroupFocusing on friendship among men from Avon and the neighboring towns. This group is focused on in-depth, philosophical conversations on a variety of topics each meeting will have a different conversation......More

Conversations & Camaraderie: a Farmington Valley Men’s Social GroupFocusing on friendship among men from Avon and the neighboring towns. This group is focused on in-depth, philosophical conversations on a variety of topics each meeting will have a different conversation starter. As of January 2026, this group will meet every week. The same topic is explored in the first two meetings a new topic is explored in the last two meetings of the month. This group will meet in the Atrium on the first floor. If there are five Tuesday’s in a month, there is no meeting on the fifth Tuesday. Registration is maintained by the group itself please contact: Bob Kagan, [email protected] For details on other meeting dates and locations for this group, click on this document: C & C Meeting Locations and Schedule

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Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2026

music program with Ms. Jaimee on the library lawn! (Weather permitting*)  For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! Please note: this program will be held on the courtyard side of the lawn (rear of library instead of front of library, follow sidewalk from parking ......More

music program with Ms. Jaimee on the library lawn! (Weather permitting*)  For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! Please note: this program will be held on the courtyard side of the lawn (rear of library instead of front of library, follow sidewalk from parking lot). *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 7: Favorites! July 14: Outer Space! ***TWO WEEK BREAK, NO PROGRAM–Ms. Jaimee will be away August 4: Favorites! August 11: Going to the Zoo! August 18: Cats & Dogs! Please bring chairs or a blanket to sit on during the program the grass may be wet.  

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

Teen Critter Cuddle Session

Come and meet some adorable animals from the Xen’s Critters Farm, learn fun facts about them, and cuddle up to chill and relax. No allergy guarantees, participate at your own comfort. Teens rising 7th – graduating 12th.

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

Teen Only Tie Dye

Bring your own pre-washed white items (t-shirts, socks, bag, pillowcase, etc). The Library will provide all the dye and tools needed, and teach you how to do spiral and bull’s eye designs!   Ages 12+, first registration to teens.

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July Bee Yourself Tie Dye: 3pm Session Just For Teens Grades 7-12

Grades 7-12 Tie Dye On The Lawn 3 pm session When: 3-3:45 pm on Tuesday July 7th Location: Outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Grades 7-12 only   Do you know how to tie dye or are you a beginner? This program is for you! Beginners will be shown how to do......More

Grades 7-12 Tie Dye On The Lawn 3 pm session When: 3-3:45 pm on Tuesday July 7th Location: Outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Grades 7-12 only   Do you know how to tie dye or are you a beginner? This program is for you! Beginners will be shown how to do a spiral or bull’s eye tie dye pattern. Teens can choose how they want to tie dye. BYO-White items: we ask kids to bring your own white or light colored items. You bring your own (clean and pre-washed) shirts, shorts, socks, shoes, pillow cases, tote bag, etc. The library will provide dye, rubber bands, and a plastic bag to carry your items home in.

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

3D Design and Printing

Have you ever imagined to turn your ideas into reality? Now you can! Come in and join us to experience our multicolor printing 3D printer at our Computer Lab! Learn to design 3D objects and print your ideas using our cutting-edge multicolor printing 3D printer. Make you......More

Have you ever imagined to turn your ideas into reality? Now you can! Come in and join us to experience our multicolor printing 3D printer at our Computer Lab! Learn to design 3D objects and print your ideas using our cutting-edge multicolor printing 3D printer. Make your appointment here

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

July Bee Yourself Tie-Dye Session: 4pm Session Grades 4-12

Grades 4-12 Tie Dye On The Lawn 4pm session When: 4pm on Tuesday July 7 Location: Outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Grades 4-12 only This session is great if you have siblings and want them to tie dye together.   Do you know how to tie dye or are you a......More

Grades 4-12 Tie Dye On The Lawn 4pm session When: 4pm on Tuesday July 7 Location: Outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Grades 4-12 only This session is great if you have siblings and want them to tie dye together.   Do you know how to tie dye or are you a beginner? This program is for you! Beginners will be shown how to do a spiral or bull’s eye tie dye pattern. Kids can choose how they want to tie dye. BYO-White items: we ask kids to bring your own white or light colored items. You bring your own (clean and pre-washed) shirts, shorts, socks, shoes, pillow cases, tote bag, etc. The library will provide dye, rubber bands, and a plastic bag to carry your items home in.

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July Bee Yourself Tie-Dye Session: 5pm Session Grades 4-6

Grades 4-6 Tie Dye On The Lawn 4pm session When: 5pm on Tuesday July 7 Location: Outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Grades 4-6 only   Do you know how to tie dye or are you a beginner? This program is for you! Beginners will be shown how to do a spiral o......More

Grades 4-6 Tie Dye On The Lawn 4pm session When: 5pm on Tuesday July 7 Location: Outside on the library lawn. Registration required. Grades 4-6 only   Do you know how to tie dye or are you a beginner? This program is for you! Beginners will be shown how to do a spiral or bull’s eye tie dye pattern. Kids can choose how they want to tie dye. BYO-White items: we ask kids to bring your own white or light colored items. You bring your own (clean and prewashed) shirts, shorts, socks, shoes, pillow cases, tote bag, etc. The library will provide dye, rubber bands, and a plastic bag to carry your items home in.

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

Nature's Antidote: Screens, Kids, & the Path Forward

This is a free, 60-minute program led by Kristen Peterson, an educational consultant who has spent over 20 years working closely with teenagers in independent and boarding schools, and who has been asking one question for over a decade: how is screen use affecting child......More

This is a free, 60-minute program led by Kristen Peterson, an educational consultant who has spent over 20 years working closely with teenagers in independent and boarding schools, and who has been asking one question for over a decade: how is screen use affecting children and teens, and what can we do about it?   Peterson offers an honest, research-grounded, and encouraging look at the physical, emotional, and social effects of technology on young people, exploring the impact of screens on adolescent sleep, brain development, musculoskeletal health, social skills, and mental health, and examining whether time spent outdoors and in nature can serve as a meaningful antidote.   You will leave with Insights on how screens affect growth, sleep, and social skills The science behind nature as a restorative antidote Practical, family-friendly strategies you can use right away Confidence to navigate this conversation with your teenager   About Kristen Peterson Kristen is an educational consultant and adolescent development specialist with over 20 years of experience in independent and boarding schools. She holds an M.A. from Dartmouth College and is the founder of AWren Advisors, based in the Pioneer Valley.

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

Operations & Administration Committee

Group Study #4, 2nd Floor, 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, 06001, United States