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Avon-Canton VFW Post Does Annual Poppy Drive

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:19:48 GMT

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The Gildo T. Consolini Post 3272 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will hold its annual sale of poppies to raise money for organizations that serve veterans and active members of the military, according to an announcement from the post.

Avon Free Public Library Hosts Display On Battle Of Gettysburg

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:55:00 GMT

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The Avon Historical Society will present an exhibit on the Battle of Gettysburg at the Avon Free Public Library starting in June and going through July to cooincide with the 150th anniversary of that pivotal Civil War battle, according to an announcement from the society.

LETTER: Poor Turnout In Avon

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:13:02 GMT

Avon today, a little less than 91 percent of the town decided that it was just too much to come out and vote on a referendum for the town budget, which passed no contest [May 16, news, "Residents Approve $81.8M Budget"].

Avon Lions Club Holds Pasta Supper Fundraiser

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:28:00 GMT

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AVON — The Avon Lions Club will host their annual pasta dinner fundraiser on Friday and proceeds from the event will help support the charitable work the group does.

Avon Soccer Club Holds Tryouts For Youth Travel Teams

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:52:12 GMT

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The Avon Soccer Club will have tryouts for its youth travel teams for the upcoming season on May 29 between 3:30 and 6 p.m. at the Fisher Meadows athletic complex, the club has announced.

Avon Residents Approve New $81.8M Budget

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:32:48 GMT

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By more than 3-to-1, voters endorsed an $81.76 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year in a referendum on Wednesday.

Rabies Clinic Raises Funds For Avon, Canton Animal Shelter

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:19:00 GMT

A clinic where area residents could get their pets vaccinated against rabies raised $420 to support operations of the joint animal shelter run by the towns of Avon and Canton, according to an announcement from the veterinary practice that held the event.

Avon Residents Vote In Budget Referendum On Wednesday

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:45:00 GMT

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Residents vote today on an $81.76 million budget that town officials have proposed for the upcoming fiscal year. Voting is at the Avon Senior Center, at 635 West Avon Road, and the deadline to do so is 8 p.m.

Avon Free Public Library Offers Program On Drumming

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:46:11 GMT

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The Avon Free Public Library will host a program on drumming on May 18 from 2 to 3 p.m. The event will be conducted by Craig Harris, a local musician, the library has announced.

New Principal Chosen For Avon High School

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:10:00 GMT

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A Simsbury educator has been named as the new principal of Avon High School, Superintendent of Schools Gary Mala announced on Tuesday.

Avon Church Holds First Friday Dinner

Mon, 13 May 2013 16:41:00 GMT

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The Avon Congregational Church will hold its monthly First Friday dinner on June 7 and proceeds from the event will help a church member who is coping with health difficulties, the church has announced.

Avon School Board To Interview Candidate For Principal's Job At Avon High School

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:17:17 GMT

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The board of education will interview a candidate for the job of principal of Avon High School when it meets on Monday evening.

Avon Senior Center Offers Free Blood Pressure Screenings

Mon, 13 May 2013 12:59:19 GMT

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Free blood pressure screenings will be offered on Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Avon Senior Center, according to an announcement from the town.

Moving Out: Harris Road, Avon

Fri, 10 May 2013 19:01:00 GMT

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Jim and Maureen Dowse are selling the former homestead of Avon's Willard family after 10 years of enjoying a house rich in New England history.

Avon Free Public Library Honored For Civil War Programs

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:58:00 GMT

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The Avon Free Public Library has been recognized by the Connecticut Library Association for its series of programs on the Civil War that were held during the past 22 months, library Director Glenn Grube has announced.

Avon, Farmington Seek New Tenant For Town Farm

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Wed, 08 May 2013 21:10:00 GMT

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The towns of Avon and Farmington are seeking a new tenant to cultivate a 400-acre spread that straddles the town line.

Few Residents Attend Avon Budget Hearing

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:44:27 GMT

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The $81.76 million budget proposed for the next fiscal year drew little interest from residents Monday, even though it would increase both spending and taxes.

Restaurants To Raise Money For Avon Dollars For Scholars

Tue, 07 May 2013 16:25:48 GMT

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Two local restaurants will hold fundraisers this month to help Avon Dollars for Scholars, a non-profit group that provides scholarships to graduating high school students from town, the organization has announced.

Avon Holds Annual Town Budget Meeting On Monday

Mon, 06 May 2013 12:22:36 GMT

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Residents can learn more about the the $81.76 million budget that is proposed for next year at the annual town budget meeting on Monday at 7 p.m. in the Avon Senior Center. That budget would boost spending by nearly four percent and require a tax increase of about 2.6 percent.

Avon Adopts Policy On Fixing Roads

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Fri, 03 May 2013 20:42:46 GMT

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Contractors that tear up town roads to install or repair utility lines will have to do a better job of restoring those roads in the future under a policy adopted by the town council.

Avon High School Stages The Musical "Oliver"

Fri, 03 May 2013 12:15:00 GMT

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Students and staff at Avon High School will stage a producation of the musical "Oliver," based on the novel "Oliver Twist" by Charles Dickens, this weekend.

Iconic Shopping Center in Avon Sold To Local Partnership

Thu, 02 May 2013 19:55:00 GMT

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Avon Village Marketplace in Avon — known for its gigantic rocking chair — has been sold to a partnership of local businessmen for $4.5 million, according to town records.

Avon Schools To Survey Parents, Graduates

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Wed, 01 May 2013 20:59:33 GMT

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The school system will distribute three surveys of parents and alumni in upcoming months, including one for people who sent their children to private high schools.

Avon Firefighters Participate In American Lung Association's Fight For Air Climb

Wed, 01 May 2013 12:07:00 GMT

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Three members of the Avon Volunteer Fire Department participated in the American Lung Association's recent 2013 Fight for Air Climb and one took second place in her age group in the event, according to an announcement from the department.

Avon's Gifts Of Love Buys New Headquarters

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:18:00 GMT

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Gifts of Love, the town-based social services provider, will buy a new home for its operations next month and will undertake its first–ever capital campaign later this year to support that purchase.