Classes - Programs

**For sign-ups or questions please call (609) 967-7155**

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

 

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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.

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Book lecture

Saturday, September 6 at 6pm

Gymnasium at the Elementary School

Book lecture and signing My Cousin the Saint written by Justin Catanoso.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

2007

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***

2008

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

 

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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.

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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).

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History of Comic Books

Wednesday, July 30 at 7pm

History of Comic Books in America

presented by Scott Semet

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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.

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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.

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Italian 1

Italian 1 on Monday and Wednesdays, May 28 to June 18

2:15 to 4 p. m.

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Italian 2

Italian 2 on Monday and Thurdays, June 23 to July 28

2:15 to 4 p. m.

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K-4 Arts & Crafts

Arts and Crafts at the Library

Grades K-4

Wednesdays, April 2 through May 14 - 3:30 p.m.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Singer & Storyteller

Jim Albertson- Singer & Storyteller- will perform in the Elementary

School Gymnasium

August 19 - 7 to 8:30p.m.

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Spanish 1

Spanish 1 on Monday and Wednesdays, May 28 to June 18

4:15 to 6 p. m.

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Spanish 2

Spanish 2 on Monday and Thursdays, June 23 to July 28

4:15 to 6 p. m.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

 

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Scrabble

Join the “Scrabblers”  the second and fourth Monday of every month from 6:00 - 8:00 for word play.

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Story Time

Story Time in the Children's Library

Wednesdays, April 2 through June 25 - 10 a.m

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Summer Preschool Story Time

Tuesdays - July 1- August 26 - Preschool Story Time / Craft, Ages 4 - 6, 10:00 a.m.

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Summer Toddler Story time

July 3 - August 28 - Toddler Story Time/Craft for 1-3 year-olds - 10 am -

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