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US Horse Welfare and Rescue Org

Discover Horses, Riding Lessons, Summer Camp, and Meaningful Year-round Programs for All Ages — Right Here in Avon US Horse Welfare &amp; Rescue is a volunteer-run nonprofit horse rescue and sanctuary located in the heart of the Farmington Valley. We provide forever homes for horses in need while offering hands-on programs that build confidence, responsibility, and connection for children, teens, and adults in our community. Whether you're looking for riding lessons, a meaningful youth program, or a fun summer experience for your child, we invite you to come meet the herd. Programs for Avon &amp; Farmington Valley Families: • Horseback Riding Lessons — Year-round lessons for children, teens, and adults in a calm, supportive, low-pressure environment • Summer Camp for Kids — Outdoor fun, friendship, and learning with horses right here in Avon • Teens to the Rescue — A structured volunteer and learning program for teens who love animals and want to gain responsibility and real-life skills Next session begins April 30th, with sessions continuing throughout the year • After-School &amp; Youth Programs — Hands-on horse care, teamwork, and confidence-building activities • Adult Horsemanship Programs — Learn about horses, barn life, and horsemanship at any age — no experience needed • Programs for Seniors &amp; Community Members — Stay active, connected, and engaged through meaningful time with our gentle rescued horses • Volunteer Opportunities — Make a difference while becoming part of a welcoming local community At US Horse Welfare &amp; Rescue, our horses serve as teachers, partners, and companions — helping people of all ages grow, learn, and feel connected. We are proud to be part of the Avon and Farmington Valley community. Come visit, get involved, or enroll in a program today. Learn more at USHorseWelfare.org Follow us on social media or stop by and see what makes us one of the Farmington Valley’s best-kept secrets.

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CANTON, CT — <a href="https://cantonpubliclibrary.org/?fbclid=IwAR15TRYdL0c75998zl95KxlNO6JwkreuBRp5kZWL0hQGuGeg6rmBpAS3qSM" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Canton Public Library</a> was supposed to have a big "Percy Jackson" party on Saturday, Jan. 6.But the unofficial arrival of Old Man Winter (and several inches of expected snow) has prompted library officials to reschedule the highly anticipated event to Friday, Jan. 12, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the library, which is located at 40 Dyer Ave."Percy Jackson" is, sort of, an American version of the famous British fantasy children's literature series "Harry Potter."The books are popular among tweens and young teens and it has spawned a couple of movies and a new Disney + television series that just debuted. "Hopefully, the weather on Friday will let us go ahead with all the exciting activities we've planned and we'll also be serving the participants (kids ages 9-13) a pizza dinner around the 'campfire,'" wrote the library.<figure class="r-embed"><iframe src width="500" height="683" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" data-src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fcantonlibraryct%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0Da3SVAB743oHtcTyt2179Zgj7eTzAoi1mSRMZU6Ltd4PQoMZG9nNzdQRbMcaCXNzl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500"></iframe></figure>

CANTON, CT — <a href="https://cantonpubliclibrary.org/?fbclid=IwAR15TRYdL0c75998zl95KxlNO6JwkreuBRp5kZWL0hQGuGeg6rmBpAS3qSM" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Canton Public Library</a> was supposed to have a big "Percy Jackson" party on Saturday, Jan. 6.

But the unofficial arrival of Old Man Winter (and several inches of expected snow) has prompted library officials to reschedule the highly anticipated event to Friday, Jan. 12, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the library, which is located at 40 Dyer Ave."Percy Jackson" is, sort of, an American version of the famous British fantasy children's literature series "Harry Potter."

The books are popular among tweens and young teens and it has spawned a couple of movies and a new Disney + television series that just debuted. "Hopefully, the weather on Friday will let us go ahead with all the exciting activities we've planned and we'll also be serving the participants (kids ages 9-13) a pizza dinner around the 'campfire,'" wrote the library.

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Canton Library Reschedules 'Percy Jackson' Party

The celebration in honor of the children's literature/movie character has been moved to Jan. 12 due to Saturday/Sunday's expected snowstorm.

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Celebrate Mother's Day Weekend at Ethan Allen!

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Shop your favorites at a steep discount! Now through May 31st, Save up to 50% off Designer Floor Samples!*Don't miss out! With savings like this, they are sure to go quickly. Stop in today before they are gone!(*Exclusions Apply)<a href="https://www.ethanallen.com/en_US/make-appointment?StoreID=147" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Schedule a complimentary appointment with a designer here!</a>

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We are proud to officially announce the opening of our NEW Sports Performance Center inside the International Skating Center of Connecticut, designed to bring even more fitness, training, and recovery opportunities to our community.
This new expansion features elevated strength and performance equipment, turf training space, personal training, group exercise access, and a brand-new recovery area including infrared sauna, medical-grade red light therapy, cryotherapy chair, hydro massage, and compression boots.
And let us say this clearly....this space is NOT just for athletes.
Whether your goal is strength, weight loss, recovery, longevity, mobility, or simply feeling better in your body, this space was built for everyone.
To celebrate, we are hosting an Open House from May 15–24 and inviting the entire community to come experience both gyms for FREE with a 2-week trial.
Visitors will have the opportunity to tour the new space, meet our trainers, explore recovery services, try group fitness classes, and see everything ISCC Fitness has to offer.
Whether you’re a longtime member, former member, or someone who has been thinking about joining, this is the perfect time to stop in and see what’s new.
No contracts. No pressure. Just an opportunity to experience a stronger, healthier community.
We look forward to welcoming you!
📍 International Skating Center of Connecticut Open House Dates: May 15–24 Free 2-Week Trial Available for All Guests
For more information, stop by the front desk or contact us directly.

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Join us for an in-person, ticketed event with Christina Baker Kline, sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library.&nbsp;

Inspired by the true lives of Chang and Eng Bunker, the world-renowned conjoined twins from Siam, and their marriages to sisters Sarah and Adelaide Yates (Kline’s own distant relatives), this novel reimagines one of the strangest and most revealing family stories in American history — and offers a piercingly intimate perspective on an extraordinary chapter of the past.
Set in the Blue Ridge foothills of northwestern North Carolina in the 19th-century, The Foursome begins with Eng and Chang’s arrival, their presence stirring fascination and unease. As the twins build a plantation worked by enslaved labor and begin to introduce themselves to the community, Sarah and her sister Adelaide find themselves drawn into the orbit of these enigmatic men. What follows is an intimate and emotionally charged exploration of their unconventional marriages, as Sarah and Adelaide navigate the complexities of intimacy, judgment, and their own evolving desires.
Christina Baker Kline is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of ten novels, including Orphan Train,&nbsp;The Exiles,&nbsp;Please Don’t Lie&nbsp;(co-authored with Anne Burt), and the forthcoming&nbsp;The Foursome&nbsp;(May 2026), Christina Baker Kline is published in more than 40 countries. Her novels have received the New England Prize for Fiction, the Maine Literary Award, and a Barnes &amp; Noble Discover Award, among other prizes, and have been chosen by hundreds of communities, universities, and schools as “One Book, One Read” selections. Her essays, articles, and reviews have appeared in publications such as&nbsp;The New York Times&nbsp;and&nbsp;The New York Times Book Review,&nbsp;The Washington Post,&nbsp;The Boston Globe, and&nbsp;The San Francisco Chronicle.

Local Event: The Foursome: Christina Baker Kline (Ticketed Event/Friends Fundraiser)

The Foursome: Christina Baker Kline (Ticketed...

Join us for an in-person, ticketed event with Christina Baker Kline, sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library. 

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The Foursome: Christina Baker Kline (Ticketed Event/Friends Fundraiser)

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Huge Fitness Event  Returns To Canton Shopping...

SWEAT fitness series will open at a prominent Canton shopping area with pilates, wellness vendors, and charity fundraising.

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Canton Library Reschedules 'Percy Jackson' Party

The celebration in honor of the children's literature/movie character has been moved to Jan. 12 due to Saturday/Sunday's expected snowstorm.

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Canton Library Reschedules 'Percy Jackson' Party

The celebration in honor of the children's literature/movie character has been moved to Jan. 12 due to Saturday/Sunday's expected snowstorm.

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