A suburb of the City of Hartford, Avon is a town in Hartford County, Connecticut. Settled in 1645, Avon was initially a part of Farmington but became an independent town after being sold to the Puritans in a land charter granted by the Duke of York in 1830. Before it was broken off from Farmington, the settlement was known as Northington.
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Comprised of members of the business community of Avon, an overview of the Chamber is presented, including a calendar of events and membership directory, as well as a description of its programs and activities.
http://www.avonchamber.com/
Affiliated with the United Church of Christ, this church is located on the corner of Albany Turnpike and Simsbury Road in Avon Center, where it has stood for nearly two centuries. An overview of the church is available here, including a profile of its pastor and a discussion of its services, programs and activities.
http://www.avon-church.org/
Review the library’s databases, books and other materials for the public to use. Search the institution’s catalog, read book clubs and find out about the library’s programs.
http://www.avonctlibrary.info/
This volunteer organization educates the public about the history of the town of Avon. Read the society’s newsletters, historic sites in the area and events.
http://www.avonhistoricalsociety.org/
Organized for the purpose of acquiring land for the purpose of preservation, the Avon Land Trust has taken upon itself the responsibility for conserving and holding in trust the natural resources of the Town of Avon, Connecticut. Its mission, educational programs, and membership information are available here.
http://www.avonlandtrust.org/
Advertises the hotel’s facilities for guests and events such as weddings. Includes directions to lodging and a way to sign up for email offers.
http://www.avonoldfarmshotel.com/
Avon Volunteer Fire Department
Explains the department’s services to prevent and stop fires in the area. Find fire safety education resources, learn how to join the department and the organization’s events.
http://www.avonvfd.org/
Shows photos of the restaurant’s dishes and staff. Links to the menu, hours and details on the take out service.
http://www.toshirestaurant.com/
The official web site of the Town of Avon features a profile of the community, its government, municipal departments, boards, commissions and elected officials, as well as its schools, recreation and parks facilities, library, businesses, and organizations.
http://www.town.avon.ct.us/
