Avon Forum To Discuss A Very Difficult Issue

The special forum will take place at the Avon Free Public Library on Monday, July 7.

Avon's America 250 Logo Revealed

The Avon Historical Society recently announced the winner in its logo contest for the town's America 250 events.

Setback Announced For New Avon History Museum

Unanticipated building issues have forced the postponement of the museum's opening, which was slated for this week.

Town Of Avon Unveils New Website

Avon officials are asking for the public's help working out any issues regarding the new site.

Sweet Incentive For Free Avon Library Program

The Avon Free Library is breaking out new word games for those aged 16 and up, with free ice cream as an incentive.

Several Avon Organizations Benefit From Grant Funding: UPDATE

The Avon Greater Together Community Fund recently doled out cash to 11 area nonprofits that help make the town better.

Avon Lions Seek Bingo Players For Friday Event

The civic group is hosting 'Family Bingo Night' in Avon on Friday, June 27, to raise money for its myriad causes.

Avon Town Hall Summer Hours Start Monday

The summer hours take effect on Monday, June 23, and continue through late August.

Paying Your Tax Bill In Avon, What You Need To Know

Tax bills went out June 12-13, in Avon, with taxpayers having until July to pay up without being penalized.

Avon Pizzeria Hosting Benefit For Local Land Trust

Proceeds from the event on Thursday, June 19, will benefit the Avon Land Trust, a nonprofit that preserves the town's undeveloped land.

Agism/Ableism Topic Of Special Avon Program Wednesday

The event, called a 'Daring Dialogue,' will take place on Wednesday, June 18, at the Avon Senior Center.

Avon Interns Sought For Summer Sustainability Project

The Avon Clean Energy Commission is seeking local students to spend time this summer studying invasive plants and vegetable gardens.

2 Vital Avon Nonprofits Benefit From CT Bank Donation

Both Avon organizations specialize in aiding local folks facing financial challenges.

Avon Land Trust Captures Wildlife On Camera

The animals were captured on cameras at one of the trust's properties in Avon.

Avon Hosting Virtual Forum On Solar/Battery Power In Homes

The event will take place on Tuesday, June 10.

Help Town Rid Avon Park Of Invasive Plants

The community is invited to a special event on Wednesday, June 11, to identify and rid a popular recreation site of invasive plant species.

Avon, CCSU Collaborate On Bridge-Building Project

It will be installed at one of the town's recreation areas later this summer.

Avon Boy Scouts Want Your Used Bottles And Cans

Troop 274 is hosting a bottle and can collection drive this Saturday, June 7, at the West Avon Congregational Church.

Jambalaya: Avon Church's Monthly Dinner Has Big Easy Feel

The monthly 'First Friday Dinner' will take place this Friday, June 6, at the Avon Congregational Church.

Major Pride Celebration Slated In Avon On Thursday

The annual event is being hosted by a local church on Thursday evening from 4 to 7 p.m.

Women Of Vietnam War Topic Of Avon Book Talk

A CCSU English professor will host a discussion of 'The Women,' a 2024 novel about women serving in the Vietnam War.

Weather Impacts Major Weekend Cancer Fundraiser

Walkers from Farmington Valley towns and West Hartford are participating in the 'Relay for Life,' which was moved to Sunday.

Avon To Dedicate Freedom Trail Site For Black Civil War Veteran

The dedication ceremony is at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, June 2, at a local cemetery.

Avon To Celebrate Pride Month On Sunday

The event starts at 10 a.m. and will conclude with a special Pride Flag raising ceremony at 11:30 a.m.

Farmington Valley's 'Relay' This Weekend To Help In War On Cancer

Walkers from the Farmington Valley towns and West Hartford are participating in the 'Relay for Life' event, which is in Avon May 31-June 1.

Avon Library To Answer Question Of 'What's A Tariff?'

The library is hosting a forum on Thursday, May 29, examining how tariff's work and the history behind them.

Noted Author Pays Avon Library A Special Visit

The Friends of the Avon Free Public Library recently hosted its annual 'Author Luncheon' fundraiser.

Avon Nip Bottle Sales Top 103,900 Over Past 6 Months

See what the latest municipal payout is through Connecticut's Nickel-Per-Nip program.

Avon Civic Group's Rummage Sale Has Lots To Offer

The event will take place on Saturday, May 17, to benefit the women's auxiliary at the organization.

Got Any Good Pictures? Avon Wants To See Them

The Town of Avon is seeking publicly submitted photos/images to adorn the town's social media as well as online/print publications.

Help Avon Land Trust Attack Non-Native Plants

The Avon Land Trust is looking for volunteers to attack one of its properties on Saturday and rid it of invasive plant species.

Time Is Now To Get New Avon Dump Permits

The Town of Avon is now selling transfer station permits for the 2025-26 fiscal year that starts July 1.

One Avon's Most Historic Sites Opening To Public Sunday

The year's first open house event is Sunday, May 4, with the site open on Sundays through September.

Avon To Commemorate 'National Day Of Prayer'

A special program featuring multiple clergy leaders will take place on Thursday, May 1, with the event live-streamed as well.

Popular Avon Church Dinner Is Back This Friday, May 2

The monthly 'First Friday Dinner' will take place at the church, with the event's well-known 'dessert buffet' always a big draw.

Exciting Features, Events Coming To Popular Avon Hiking Hub

Avon is planning a clean-up event for Earth Day weekend at the trailhead, which also features a new way to get shelter from the storm.

Dump Your Drugs Saturday In Avon

The initiative is part of National Drug Takeback Day, a nationwide program urging folks to safely dispose of unwanted medicines.

See What Avon's FD Has To Offer And, Maybe, Volunteer As Well

The Avon Volunteer Fire Department is hosting an open house on Saturday, April 26, rain or shine to showcase the AVFD.

Avon Offers Free Help For Folks Cleaning Their Yard

The Town of Avon is offering 'Fee-Free Saturdays' at the transfer station starting Saturday, April 19.

Avon FD Hosting Life-Saving Blood Drive

The Avon Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a blood drive at one of its firehouses on Friday, April 18, Good Friday.