2026 Weekly Family Events
MONDAY
Monday Family Fundays
June 22 – Aug. 31
10am
Avalon Free Public Library
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Join us for a fun Monday morning activity for families, brought to you by the Library and History Center.
Summer Spotlight Series
7pm
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Avalon Library and History Center presents a variety of special programs on Monday evenings throughout the summer.
Events and locations vary by week and include music, authors, entertainment, and more! No registration required. Check our events calendar for up-to-date information. Spotlight Series programs are best for ages 16+ unless otherwise noted.
TUESDAY
Tuesday Sprouts: Stories, Movement, and Songs
June 23-Sept. 1
10am
Avalon Free Public Library
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Join us for a fun Tuesday morning activity suggested for ages 6 and under, brought to you by the Library and History Center.
7 Mile Island Silent Book Club
Avalon Dates:
June 30, July 14 & 28, Aug. 11 & 25
5-6pm
30th St. on the Beach
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Stone Harbor Dates:
July 7 & 21, Aug. 4 & 18, Sept. 1
5-6pm
96th St. on the Beach
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Bring your book and your beach chair and join other readers for the 7 Mile Island Silent Book Club - no assigned books, no discussion required. Readers of all styles are invited to bring whatever format they prefer, whether it’s a novel, eBook, audiobook with headphones, magazine, or comic book, and enjoy an hour of reading time or share what you’re reading with others. In the case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.
Co-sponsored by the Avalon Free Public Library, the Cape May County Library System Stone Harbor Branch and The Roasted Beat Creative Arts Magazine.
Wednesday
Crafty Wednesdays
June 24-Sept. 2
10am
Avalon Free Public Library
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Join us for a fun arts and crafts project every Wednesday. Some crafts may benefit from assistance from a caregiver. Alternate crafts will be provided for younger patrons.
Thursday
STEAM Thursdays
June 25-Sept. 3
10am
Locations vary
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Join us for a fun Thursday morning STEAM activity suggested for ages 7-12, locations vary, visit the library website for more details. Brought to you by the Library and History Center.
Thursdays at Surfside
June 25-Sept. 3
7-9pm
Surfside Park
AFPL is a proud co-sponsor of this summer’s Thursdays at Surfside concert series. Bring your beach chair and enjoy a variety of artists all summer long. Concert will move indoors to Community Hall in the event of inclement weather.
June 25: Yellow Brick Joel: A Tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel
July 2: American Soul Band
July 9: BIG HIX
July 16: Best of the Eagles
July 23: Don Jovi: The Ultimate Tribute to Bon Jovi
July 30: Damn the Torpedoes: A Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Aug. 6: 80’s Revolution
Aug. 13: Chi-Town Transit Authority: A Chicago Tribute
Aug. 20: AM GOLD: Yacht Rock
Aug. 27: Johnny Folsom 4
Sept. 3: BOSTYX
Friday
Library Lounge
July 10-Aug. 14
11am
Avalon Free Public Library
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Stop by for our weekly teen hangout! We’ll rotate activities like board games, art projects, challenges, and mini workshops. Come for the activities, stay for the good vibes!
Friday Nights at Surfside Park
July 10-Aug. 28
6:30-8:30pm
Each night will consist of balloon art, face painting, tattoos, etc. DJ, trivia, and dancing. Character shows*, games and prizes.
July 10: Frozen Fever*
July 17: WICKED in Avalon*
July 24: No Show Tonight Due to Avalon Players Show at Avalon Elementary School
July 31: Andy’s Room: A Toy Story
Aug. 7: Royal Princess Showcase*
Aug. 14: Mickey’s Magical Showcase
Aug. 21: Superheroes Unite*
Aug. 28: Minion Mayhem
*All characters and performances are inspired by the listing and are subject to change
