Classes - Programs
**For sign-ups or questions please call (609) 967-7155**
- Advanced Genealogy Workshop
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- American Girl Doll Play
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- Art Workshops
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- Author Series
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- Ballroom Dancing
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- Boater Safety Course
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- Book lecture
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- Books to Movies
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- Children's Programs
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- David Dean Lecture
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- Discover the Writer Within You
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- Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Music
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- Genealogy
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- Harp & Vocals Concert
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- History of Comic Books
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- Intermediate Tap Dancing
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- Irish in Baseball
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- Italian 1
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- Italian 2
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- K-4 Arts & Crafts
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- Kids Cuisine
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- Kite Workshop
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- Master Gardeners Lecture
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- MS Excel
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- MS Word
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- Paper Marbliziing
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- Shakespeare & Improv
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- Singer & Storyteller
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- Spanish 1
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- Spanish 2
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- Symphony by the Sea -- Bay-Atlantic Symphony
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- Symphony Music Lectures
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- Teen Poetry Slam
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- Turtlesinger
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- Book Delivery for the Homebound
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- Italian Culture Group
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- Knitting Group
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- Movie Night
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- Open Studio / A Place to Paint
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- PC Users Group
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- Scrabble
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- Story Time
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- Summer Preschool Story Time
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- Summer Toddler Story time
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Special Programs
Advanced Genealogy Workshop
Advanced Genealogy Workshop: Tuesdays April 15th, 22th, 29th from 7-9 p.m.
This program is for those who have taken the basic genealogy classes or have genealogical research experience. Presented by Casey Zahn, trustee of the Genealogy Society of South Jersey. Class one: Immigration and naturalization records. Class two: Land records. Class three: Divorces, wills and guardianships. Class size is limited to 20 so call now to sign up! (609) 967-7155.American Girl Doll Play
American Girl Play
Thursdays- 3:45 – 4:45 pm
March 6, 13, 27 and April 3, 10, 17
Play will be presented Monday, May 12 at 5pm
Come to the Avalon Free Public Library and meet the newest American Girl Doll, Julie, a fun-loving nine-year old from San Francisco in 1974. This free activity is open to elementary school aged boys and girls. If you are interested in performing or working back stage, please register. Registration is required by calling 967-7155 or visiting the circulation desk.
Art Workshops
The Library in collaboration with the Cape May County Art League is sponsoring the following workshops:
March 15, 2008 - Oil Painting with Rich Flanegan
April 12, 2008 - Drawing with Cheryl Crews
May 17, 2008 - Watercolor with Anna Marie Zabielski
June 7, 2008 - Pastel with Jim Penland
July 18, 2008 - Portrait with David Flett
August 21, 2008 - Sculpture Workshop (wire and paper) with Lydia Lehr
The time and required supplies will be posted as we approach the event.
Author Series
July 17 - Jerrold Casway - For more information, click here
August 7 - Brad Meltzer - For more information, click here
August 13 - James Kirschke - For more information, click here
August 26 - Lisa See - For more information, click here.
Ballroom Dancing
Beginning Ballroom Dancing- beginning June 19
Thursdays - 6-7 p.m. (except July 17) in the Multipurpose Room
Intermediate Ballroom Dancing - beginning June 16
Mondays - 6-7 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room
Boater Safety Course
The Avalon Free Public Library is offering the Boater Safety Course on Saturday, April 5, May 3, May 17, June 21, and July 26. Class hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Senior Center. Members of the U.S. Delsea Power Squadron will be teaching the basics of safety such as seamanship, boat handling, boat types, rules of the road, navigation aids, regulations, adverse conditions, trailering and introductory piloting. Upon successful completion of the exam, the NJ Boater Safety Certificate will be issued.
Classes are limited to 20 people. Registration is required by calling Frank Leone of the Power Squadron at 609-398-2649. Course is free. Payment of $25 for materials and license fees must be received for registration to be complete.
Book lecture
Saturday, September 6 at 6pm
Gymnasium at the Elementary School
Book lecture and signing My Cousin the Saint written by Justin Catanoso.
Books to Movies
This free series, focusing on books made into movies that have influenced society’s thinking, will cover a sweeping range of topics. 2nd Thursday of every month.
May - Charlie Wilson's War
June - The Kite Runner
Children's Programs
Preschool Story Hour: Wednesdays at 10 o’clock. No sign up required.
K-4 Club for elementary school age boys and girls, Wednesdays from 3:30 - 4:15. Please sign up at the library or call (609) 967-7155.
David Dean Lecture
Tuesday, July 22 at 7pm
Local Author and Avalon Chief of Police, David Dean, will visit the Library and deliver a talk on the writing process.
Discover the Writer Within You
The AFPL offers a free creative writing seminar led by Dr. Sue Jacobson, former Penn State professor and current AFPL staff member. Each session addresses
a different subject matter, using a variety of techniques: writing to music, fantasizing, using imaging, recording memories and observations.
Register at the library or by phone. 2 Saturdays per month from 10 till noon
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Music
The Bay-Atlantic Symphony presents…
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Music
Monthly lectures featuring Paul Somers 4th Tuesday of month starting Sept. 25, 7:00-8:30pm.
Become a Beethoven Expert
Nov. 27 – Beethoven, Creator of a Moral Future
Dec. 18 - Beethoven’s Contemporaries and Heirs:
Schubert, Spohr , Mendelssohn, and more.
***Attend all 4 Beethoven lectures and receive
complimentary tickets to future Bay-Atlantic
Symphony Concerts of your choice***
Jan. 22 – American Music
Feb. 26 – Nature in Music
Mar. 25 - Holidays in Music
Apr. 22 - All Questions Answered: Bring them in writing to the March class
May 27 – Fresh Ears
Genealogy
Genealogy- August 4, 18 and 25- 1 to 3 pm
Instructor Casey Zahn will conduct a three-part workshop that will teach participants how to research their family tree using online and print resources. Class size is limited to 20; therefore, registration is required by calling 967-7155 or stopping at the circulation desk.
Harp & Vocals Concert
Harp and Vocals Concert- July 9 - 7 - 8p.m.
Presented by Ceol Binn (Sweet Music), a new Celtic ensemble. Stephanie Sussmeier (harp) and Leslie Clarke (vocals).
History of Comic Books
Wednesday, July 30 at 7pm
History of Comic Books in America
presented by Scott Semet
Intermediate Tap Dancing
Intermediate Tap Dancing with Daisey on Wednesday, 6-7 pm
April 23 - May 28
Cafeteria, Avalon Elementary School
April 23, 30
May 7, 14, 21, 28
Call for registration 967-7155.
Irish in Baseball
Thursday, July 19 - 7 p.m.
Lecture by Dr. Jerrold Casway, author of Ed Delahanty in the Emerald Age of Baseball,
will discuss legendary era of baseball and the great Irish personalities who dominate it.
Italian 1
Italian 1 on Monday and Wednesdays, May 28 to June 18
2:15 to 4 p. m.
Italian 2
Italian 2 on Monday and Thurdays, June 23 to July 28
2:15 to 4 p. m.
K-4 Arts & Crafts
Arts and Crafts at the Library
Grades K-4
Wednesdays, April 2 through May 14 - 3:30 p.m.
Kids Cuisine
Kids Cuisine - Elementary School Kitchen 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Wednesdays June 25 through August 27
Sign-up begins 1 week prior to each class.
Program is open to ages 8 thru 14. Class size is limited. Registration is required by calling 967-7155 or stop by the Library circulation desk.
Kite Workshop
Kite Making & History
June 25, 2008 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
This workshop will include a brief history of kites, kite designs, and the making of an "eddy" kite. Participation
and all supplies are free but registration is required. Class size is limited to 20 participants and children
under 7 years should be accompanied by an adult.
Register at the circulation desk or call 967-7155 to sign up.
Master Gardeners Lecture
Master Gardeners of Cape May County - Tuesday - May 13
Three Subject Lecture
6:30 pm to 9pm
xeriscaping, container gardening, rain gardens
MS Excel
Microsoft Excel - 6 to 8 pm
Thursdays, June 5 through June 26
Class size is limited. Registration is required by calling 967-7155.
MS Word
Microsoft Word - 6 to 8 pm
Thursdays, May 1 through May 29
Class size is limited. Registration is required by calling 967-7155.
Paper Marbliziing
Saturday- June 21 10am to Noon
Elementary School Multi-purpose Room
Learn the beautiful ancient art form of Ebru- better known as Paper Marblizing. Participants in this class will make gift boxes, bags and other items with an all-occasion theme.
Shakespeare & Improv
June 24, July 1 and July 8 - Improv and Shakespeare (Intro to Shakespeare's Text, Acting, & Theater) - 6:30 - Library
"Shakespeare & Improv" is a workshop on Shakespeare and acting designed for high school students and adults with an interest in theater, beginning or advanced. You will explore Shakespeare (his life, times, and scenes from his plays) and acting-improvisation, and blend both through readings, discussion, and scene work. Please come dressed comfortably, to move, Class size limited; please call to reserve a space. This is one of a series of three Tuesday evening workshops. You are encouraged to attend all three if possible. Instructors Mark Lang and Alison J. Murphy are New York based professional actor-teachers who have worked extensively with the New Jersey Teen Arts Festival and the East Lynne Theater Company in Cape May. For more information contact the library 609-967-7155 or contact the instructors directly at shakespeare@performerweb.com.
Singer & Storyteller
Jim Albertson- Singer & Storyteller- will perform in the Elementary
School Gymnasium
August 19 - 7 to 8:30p.m.
Spanish 1
Spanish 1 on Monday and Wednesdays, May 28 to June 18
4:15 to 6 p. m.
Spanish 2
Spanish 2 on Monday and Thursdays, June 23 to July 28
4:15 to 6 p. m.
Symphony by the Sea -- Bay-Atlantic Symphony
The Bay-Atlantic Symphony is returning to Avalon this summer with the Symphony by the Sea series. The library is sponsoring 2 full symphonic concerts:
July 12 - ITALIAN OPERA EXTRAVAGANZA - features beautiful music and extraordinary voices from a variety of Italian operas, including La Boheme, La Traviata, and Tosca, sung by tenor and soprano. August 23 - TCHAIKOVSKY JUBILEE - includes the breathtaking Symphony No. 4 and the extraordinary Violin Concerto to be performed by Amy Beth Horman. Concerts are free, but require tickets which will be available after June 1. For more information call 967-7155.
For more information, click here.
Symphony Music Lectures
Wednesday, June 18- 7 pm
Join us as Chris DiSanto of the Bay-Atlantic Symphony holds a lecture that will explore the symphony: its format, parts and history.
Tuesday, June 24 - 7pm
Paul Somers will present a lecture on Opera.
Wednesday, August 20 - 7pm
Paul Somers will present a lecture on Tchaikovsky.
Teen Poetry Slam
May 19, 2008 - Teen Poetry Slam - 6:30 p.m.
Hey, teens! Looking for something to do? Come to the Avalon Library and share your favorite poem, eat some food and enjoy the fun! Monday, May 19th 6:30 p. m.
Turtlesinger
The Turtlesinger will bring her collection of turtles to the Elementary School Multi-purpose Room on Wednesday, July 23 at 7pm for songs and readings.
Regular Programs
Book Delivery for the Homebound
The library will deliver books to homebound residents of Avalon. Call the library at 967-7155 to learn more.
Italian Culture Group
Meet with others interested in reviewing Italian learned in the Italian class and those interested in learning more about Italian art, music, architecture, history, lifestyles. The second Wednesday of the month from 4 - 5 p. m. Upcoming meetings: April 9th and May 14th.
Knitting Group
Learn and share knitting techniques. No sign-ups are necessary; all levels of knitters are welcome, from beginner to advanced!
Every Monday from 3:30-4:30.
Movie Night
The Avalon library presents a monthly series of first-run, award-winning independent and foreign films from 7 - 9 p. m. the third Thursday of every month.
April 19: The Violin - a drama from Mexico NR-ages 17 and up
May 15: Shorts Compilation - various countries NR-ages 17 and up
June 19: August the First - drama from U. S. A.NR-ages 17 and up
July 24*: Noise - drama from Australia NR-ages 17 and up
August 21: XXY - drama from Argentina NR-ages 17 and up
*schedule change for this month
For additional information, go to www.filmmovement.com.
Open Studio / A Place to Paint
A Place to Paint
Mondays through May 19
Tuesdays, June 3rd through August 26 from12 -3 p. m. in the Avalon School art room. Open Studio, no instruction, bring your own supplies.
PC Users Group
An informal group for computer users of all skill levels to get together, socialize, share tips and find solutions to computer problems. No sign-ups are necessary; all are welcome! 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., the third Monday of every month. Call (609) 967-7155 for more information.
Scrabble
Join the “Scrabblers” the second and fourth Monday of every month from 6:00 - 8:00 for word play.
Story Time
Story Time in the Children's Library
Wednesdays, April 2 through June 25 - 10 a.m
Summer Preschool Story Time
Tuesdays - July 1- August 26 - Preschool Story Time / Craft, Ages 4 - 6, 10:00 a.m.
Summer Toddler Story time
July 3 - August 28 - Toddler Story Time/Craft for 1-3 year-olds - 10 am -