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Saturday December 6 10:30am - 12:30pm CST
Spanish Study Group
The motto of the Avalon Spanish Study Group is, “We teach each other.” We welcome people who are at the basic beginner and advanced beginner level in learning the Spanish language. We teach each other grammar and pronunciation. We also learn how to read, write, listen......More
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Saturday December 6 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Adult Book Club: When McKinsey Comes to Town
Please join us for a discussion of When McKinsey Comes to Town by Walt Bogdanich. For our last book discussion of the year we will be discussing When McKinsey Comes to Town, a book about the McKinsey Consulting company and their impact on businesses. Af......More
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Monday December 8 1:00pm - 2:30pm CST
Film Screening: The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
Join us for a screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993). Bored with scaring people, Jack Skellington wants to spread the joy of Christmas, but his plans put Santa Claus in danger. © Walt Disney Pictures --76 Minutes -- Rated PG ......More
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Monday December 8 5:30pm - 7:30pm CST
Patron Appreciation Celebration
We're so very thankful for our library community and we want to show our appreciation to you! Join us for a fun-filled appreciation event with activities and light refreshments for everyone. At 6:30 we will be joined by saxophonist Derrick Tate playing some current hit......More
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Tuesday December 9 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Avalon Cares: Mini Rage Room
Join us in a mini round of therapeutic raging! Smash a pinata, destroy block towers, crush your enemies (balloons) into dust! Avalon Cares supports your need to release those growing frustrations for the weeks between winter holidays. Take 10 minutes to rage by yoursel......More
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Wednesday December 10 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Milk and Cookies: Pajama Kids Book Club
Join us for an early reader book club designed for K-3rd grade! We read sections of the book together, talk about the big picture ideas (called themes) and do a craft or game related to the book! Cookies and milk provided! *If you have allergen concerns, feel free to b......More
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Thursday December 11 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
I Can Make That: Bath Bombs
It can’t be that hard, right? Make a unique craft with the children's and teen librarians! For youth 10 to 19. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email ......More
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Saturday December 13 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Adult Crafts: Holiday Paint & Sip
Celebrate the season with our Holiday Paint and Sip! Unleash your creativity, soak in the festive vibes, and connect with others in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. All painting supplies and holiday beverages (non-alcoholic) are provided as you create your very own se......More
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Sunday December 14 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Twisted Threads: Fiber Arts Club- Crocheted Gingerbread Ornaments
Calling all knitters, crocheters, embroidery extraordinaires and more. Join us for a relaxed fiber arts crafting circle. This month learn to crochet a gingerbread style heart ornament Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance fo......More
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Monday December 15 1:00pm - 3:15pm CST
Film Screening: 28 Years Later (2025)
Join us for a screening of 28 Years Later. A group of survivors of the rage virus lives on a small island. When one of the group leaves the island on a mission into the mainland, he discovers secrets, wonders, and horrors that have mutated not only the infected but......More
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Monday December 15 5:00pm - 7:15pm CST
Film Screening: 28 Years Later (2025)
Join us for a screening of 28 Years Later. A group of survivors of the rage virus lives on a small island. When one of the group leaves the island on a mission into the mainland, he discovers secrets, wonders, and horrors that have mutated not only the infected but o......More