Avon Free Library Staff

Jeanna Ruter, Director
Patricia Colt, Senior Clerk
Kristina Formicola, Children's Services
MaryLou Liccione, Clerk
Jean Howes, Children's Room Clerk
Marcia Veeder, Clerk

Library Services

Services available from your library:

• 4 public access computers
• Wi-Fi service 24/7
• Reference service
• OWWL Online Catalog/Account access
• Subscription Electronic databases
• Able to place holds on over 1,000,000 titles in the Pioneer Library System
• Downloadable Audiobooks
• Preschool Story Hours
• Summer Reading Program
• Local History materials
• Senior Outreach service
• Community Meeting Room (for small groups)

Library Collections

Books - classic literature to the hottest best-sellers
Large Print Books - easier on the eyes
Reference materials - for in-house use
Audio Books - "Read" on the go!
Magazines - on business, computers, fashion, hobbies and more
Newspapers - local and regional
Videos - "how-How-To's", travel, entertainment and "kidstuff"
Children's Collection - picture books and easy-readers
Books for Young Adults - geared to those in-between years
Village and Town municipal code books

Mission

The purpose of the Avon Free Library outlined in its New York State charter is to provide for the citizens of the Avon Community, a circulating library and reading room as well as space for community meetings and social activities, compatible with library programs and schedules. In addition, the mission of the library is to secure free access to current reliable information of interest to all ages in an atmosphere that encourages an interest in reading and learning, regardless of ethnic background, religion, sex, age, or physical disabilities. This will be done according to policies established by the Library's Board of Trustees.

Library History

The Avon Free Library was originally founded in 1914 by a group of citizens interested in providing library services to the community. After first being housed in a rented room in the Babcock Building and later in the Boorman House, the cornerstone was laid on September 15, 1927 for a new building. Noted Rochester architectural firm of Arnold & Stern was responsible for the design of the Georgian Revival building. The Avon Free Library officially opened its doors on April 12, 1928 as is housed in the Aaron Barber Memorial building named in honor of its benefactor.

Story Hour

Friday, March 6 at 10:30 a.m.

Boy's Game Club

For boys ages 7 to 11. Session 2, March 3, 10 and 17 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.