Events at the Avalon Library

AVALON — Check out these upcoming activities, lectures and groups at the Avalon Free Public Library!
Bits & Pieces Archaeology Program at the Avalon Library
The Avalon Free Public Library will host a Bits & Pieces Archaeology Program for grades 6 and up on Aug. 5 at 10:30 a.m. in the elementary school multipurpose room. Joseph Angemi, director of the Avalon History Center, will talk about 18th century barrier island lifestyles and participants will be able to examine artifacts. He will also explain what archaeologists do. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Smart Phone Users Group at the Avalon Library
The Avalon Free Public Library will hold a Smart Phone Users Group meeting on Aug. 5 from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. Bring your smart phone with you to learn how to use its features. The instructor will be lecturing and answering questions on iPhones from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., and Droid & Windows phones from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Digital Photography at the Avalon Library
The Avalon Free Public Library will hold a Digital Photography Class on Aug. 6 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Harry Keyser will be teaching participants how to take better photos “down the shore”. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Author Lecture with Mary Doria Russell at the Avalon Library
The Avalon Free Public Library will host best-selling novelist Mary Doria Russell on Aug. 6 at 7 p.m. in the multipurpose room at the elementary school. Russell has written numerous books, including A Thread of Grace, Children of God, The Sparrow, and Doc. A Q&A and book signing will follow.
Percy Jackson Mythology at the Avalon Library
The Avalon Free Public Library will hold a Percy Jackson Mythology program for ages 8 through 12 on Aug. 7 from 10:30 a.m. to Noon. The program will include readings from the book The Lightning Thief and god and goddess mythology activities. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Mother/Daughter Book Club – Avalon Library
Avalon Free Public Library will hold a Mother/Daughter Book Club meeting on Aug. 8 from 10 am to 11:30 a.m. The book, The Gift: How Music and Family Saved a Young Girl, is available at the library now. Open to grades 3 to 7. Aunts, grandmothers, and other women who are important in your life can also be your book club partner. Please register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
PC Computer Class at the Avalon Library
The Avalon Free Public Library will hold a PC Computer Class on Aug. 9 from 10 a.m. to Noon. Topic is Tweet It! How to Use Twitter. Registration is required by calling (609) 967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Video Games at the Avalon Library
The Avalon Free Public Library will be playing video games on Aug. 9 from 10:30 a.m. to Noon. All ages are welcome. The event is free and open to the public.
PC Computer Class at the Avalon Library
The Avalon Free Public Library will hold a PC Computer Class on Aug. 9 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Topic is Sync Your Life for Productivity: Apps & Online Service. Registration is required by calling (609) 967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
The Avalon Library received 5 stars in Library Journal’s national rating of public libraries, based on statistical performance data collected by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The Avalon Library is one of only three libraries in New Jersey to receive the 5-Star designation five times since 2009. The library is located at 235 32nd Street and provides free and open access to first class collections, services and programs that inspire, inform and enrich the community. For more information on all library programs, please visit the library website at www.avalonfreelibrary.org.