Avon Free Public Library

Experience the beauty of The Bushnell through a virtual, interactive presentation. Trained Bushnell volunteer tour guides will show you backstage spaces, talk about the history of the venue and tell stories about their favorite shows and performers.

Local Event: The Bushnell (In Person Event) 

Hartford County

Avon

Connecticut

The Bushnell (In Person Event) 

Experience the beauty of The Bushnell through a virtual, interactive presentation. Trained Bushnell volunteer tour guides will...

Come explore beautiful Switzerland with Lisa Philips of Bella Europa Travel! This program will highlight one of the most desirable ways to discover Switzerland – rail travel. You will discover some of the most breathtaking routes, villages and cities along the way and what makes each journey unique. Learn more by attending this exciting virtual program. The talk will be relaxed, informational and filled with beautiful photography.

Local Event: Switzerland by Rail (Virtual Event) 

Switzerland by Rail (Virtual Event) 

Come explore beautiful Switzerland with Lisa Philips of Bella Europa Travel! This program will highlight one of the most...

Dennis Gleeson is a former director of strategy in the Central Intelligence Agency’s (then) Directorate of Intelligence, where he was responsible for aligning information and technology to help analysts across the U.S. Intelligence Community work in the face of massive volumes of data. In late 2023, he wrote “Artificial Intelligence for Analysis: The Road Ahead” which appeared in Studies in Intelligence, Intelligence Community’s premier professional journal. 
Since its publication, he designed and moderated working groups on AI’s adoption and use by governmental organizations and has spoken about AI at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s “Innovation in Action,” at a regional conference looking at AI’s adoption across the Caribbean. In his talk, “An Introduction to AI,” Dennis will give an overview of how artificial intelligences like ChatGPT work, how you might use them, and some considerations and concerns related to their use (such as their impact on employment and education). He periodically writes about AI on Substack at “The Angry Analyst.”

Local Event: An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (In-Person Event) 

An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence...

Dennis Gleeson is a former director of strategy in the Central Intelligence Agency’s (then) Directorate of Intelligence, where...

An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (In-Person Event) 

Is clutter controlling you? Do you want some tips on how to control the clutter in your life that is taking up valuable space in your home, office and mind? Free the clutter, free the anxiety and stress. Your home should be a place of relaxation and calm, not stress and frustration.
We can all learn the simple rules and how to follow a 30-day plan that will free us from the stress of clutter. Join Nancy Schuler, Library Senior Services Specialist as she guides you to become clutter-free in your space and mind.

Local Event: Let’s Chat About Decluttering (In-Person Event) 

Let’s Chat About Decluttering (In-Person Event) 

Is clutter controlling you? Do you want some tips on how to control the clutter in your life that is taking up valuable space...

Start the
New Year on the right track and learn how meditation can improve our physical,
mental and spiritual health. This evening you will have a chance to practice
this simple technique that can reduce stress, enhance relaxation and promote
inner growth. Begin the New Year with Meditation and see the positive
impacts it can have on your life. There will even be a short meditation
sitting. Join William Smith, retired Army Lt Colonel and longtime
meditator for this engaging program.

Presenter: William
Smith, a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel engineer, has a master’s degree in
Geographic Information Systems from the University of South Carolina. As an
Army officer, he pioneered this new technology within the Department of
Defense. William is a graduate of the Command and General Staff College and has
held many leadership positions during his successful 20-year military career. William has always been
passionate about meditation which he has incorporated in his life for over 50
years. Since retiring he has spent a lot of time volunteering as a summer
camp director for 22 years; teaching children how to meditate and inspiring
them to incorporate ethical living into one’s life. He has taught numerous
classes on this important topic to a variety of audiences. William enjoys
traveling and giving talks on meditation in the US and internationally.

Local Event: Start the New Year with Meditation (Virtual Event) 

Start the New Year with Meditation (Virtual...

Start the
New Year on the right track and learn how meditation can improve our physical,
mental and spiritual health. This...

Start the New Year with Meditation (Virtual Event) 

This program presented by Lisa Phillips of Bella Europa Travel will introduce you to some of the lesser-discovered gems along America’s byways, West to East Coast. You’ll learn about stops along each drive, the best time to visit, what makes each area special and more all complimented by beautiful photography to get you in the traveling spirit!

Local Event: Scenic Drives of America (Virtual Event) 

Scenic Drives of America (Virtual Event) 

This program presented by Lisa Phillips of Bella Europa Travel will introduce you to some of the lesser-discovered gems along...

Join meditation expert, Ankaj Goel for this virtual workshop to reduce stress and find peace within the cosmos. Imagine the space that extends from the earth beyond the furthest stars…. upward and outward. Meditation can reduce stress and help live a life of peace and love. Learn how to achieve this state of tranquility during this informative and educational program presented by Ankaj Goel. He will discuss the benefits of meditation and how to incorporate it into one’s daily routine. There will be a chance to try this technique out during the workshop.
Presenter: Ankaj Goel is a Director of Quality Assurance in the Healthcare Industry and has many years of experience in problem solving and quality assurance. He has an extensive background in leading teams and working in complex architecture that runs on multiple technologies and platforms. He currently develops test strategies for applications and data products. Ankaj was educated as a mechanical engineer. He has been meditating for over 15 years and is very impressed with the results he has experienced personally. For the past 10 years Ankaj has been conducting meditation workshops where he discusses the benefits of meditation and how to incorporate this practice into one’s daily routine. In his presentations Ankaj explores how meditating regularly can help us physically, mentally and spiritually. He also leads meditation programs at his work as part of a Wellness club where he is teaching meditation as a tool to reduce stress and bring sanity in the current stressful corporate environment. Ankaj also teaches teenagers in the community about how beneficial meditation is by including this practice into their daily lives.

Local Event: Inner Space Exploration through Meditation (Virtual Event)

Inner Space Exploration through Meditation...

Join meditation expert, Ankaj Goel for this virtual workshop to reduce stress and find peace within the cosmos. Imagine the...

Inner Space Exploration through Meditation (Virtual Event)

Join Nirav Sheth long time meditator and national speaker will explore the healing power of meditation to help transform our lives. Learn how to incorporate this time-tested technique that can improve your life on many levels and provide more peace within. There will even be a short meditation sitting. Join Nirav for this very informative program.
Presenter: Nirav is a Leadership Coach, Life Coach and Business Growth Consultant. He is the Founder and President of Stratosphere, a coaching and consulting firm whose mission is to take individuals and businesses to new heights. Prior to founding Stratosphere, Nirav has 25 years of experience in the medical device industry, primarily at Medtronic, in various leadership roles including general management, global marketing, and program management. He has a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering. Nirav has been practicing meditation for over 17 years and teaching meditation classes throughout the country for over 13 years.

Local Event: Meditation for Healing and Peace (Virtual Event) 

Meditation for Healing and Peace (Virtual Event) 

Join Nirav Sheth long time meditator and national speaker will explore the healing power of meditation to help transform our...

How can we find inner peace within ourselves through meditation? Join Bruce Faithwick as he explores the aspect of going within rather than without! He will discuss the blocking out of stressful triggers, finding peace by living in the current moment and all this is possible by incorporating a simple time-tested meditation technique. There will even be a short meditation sitting. This can help us achieve a lasting state of peace and happiness found through no outer experience.
Presenter: Bruce Faithwick is a successful business consultant in the software industry. He has many years of product management and marketing experience. He has a degree in Economics from the University of California. Bruce currently provides workshops and training to groups in the California area where he connects meditation and self-development to important aspects of our lives. He has been meditating for over 40 years and now focuses much of his time on his own personal development and in helping others who wish to do the same. If you have ever attended one of Bruce’s workshops, you know how special they are.

Local Event: Meditation: Connecting to the Peace Within (Virtual Event) 

Meditation: Connecting to the Peace Within...

How can we find inner peace within ourselves through meditation? Join Bruce Faithwick as he explores the aspect of going within...

Meditation: Connecting to the Peace Within (Virtual Event) 

Since the 1980s when near death experiences became part of the public consciousness, they have held endless attraction for people. Why do they resonate so powerfully within us? Join Dr. Raider, hear the latest medical research and discover a simple, natural way to connect with the inner light talked about by those who’ve experienced a NDE. Through a simple time-honored method of meditation, you too can explore those realms of peace within you.Dr Raider draws parallels between near-death experiences and those had by people who meditated throughout the ages, coming from all backgrounds, in all countries and all faith traditions. He then gives the audience an opportunity to learn a simple meditation technique that can enable them to experience the peace and the Light that people who have had NDEs talk about.
Matthew Raider, MD, is a clinical physician and coordinating director of the Geriatric Teaching Program in Family Medicine at Middlesex Hospital in Connecticut. He has been practicing meditation for over 30 years. Dr. Raider is a physician with a strong interest in meditation and its relationship to health. He lectures extensively about the healing power of meditation at hospitals, schools and private venues throughout the United States and Canada.
Presenter: Matthew Raider received his M.D. degree with honors from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1979. He had a clinical practice for 42 years during which time he was the medical director of several health care facilities in central CT. Dr. Raider has been active in teaching geriatric medicine and has helped coordinate the geriatrics curriculum for medical residents at Middlesex Hospital in CT. He still is actively involved in teaching residents, medical students and nurse practitioners. Dr. Raider has had a long interest in meditation going back over 50 years. He is also a contributing author to “Meditation as Medication for the Soul” by Rajinder Singh. Dr. Raider has a particular interest for the health benefits of meditation and he has lectured extensively in hospitals and libraries in the U.S. and Canada as well as at the United Nations fairly recently.

Local Event: Meditation and the Near-Death Experience (Virtual Event) 

Meditation and the Near-Death Experience...

Since the 1980s when near death experiences became part of the public consciousness, they have held endless attraction for...

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The Bushnell (In Person Event)

DEC

16

2:00 PM

Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT

Switzerland by Rail (Virtual Event)

JAN

7

2:00 PM

Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT

An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (In-Person Event)

JAN

24

1:00 PM

Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT

Let’s Chat About Decluttering (In-Person Event)

JAN

28

2:00 PM

Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT

Start the New Year with Meditation (Virtual Event)

JAN

29

7:00 PM

Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT

Scenic Drives of America (Virtual Event)

FEB

11

2:00 PM

Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT

Inner Space Exploration through Meditation (Virtual Event)

FEB

26

7:00 PM

Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT

Meditation for Healing and Peace (Virtual Event)

MAR

26

7:00 PM

Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT

Meditation: Connecting to the Peace Within (Virtual Event)

APR

23

7:00 PM

Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT

Meditation and the Near-Death Experience (Virtual Event)

MAY

21

7:00 PM

Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT