Avon, Massachusetts
Community Organizations
A town of fewer than 5,000 people does not have a long roster of non-profits, but the ones Avon has are worth knowing, and so are the local resources and news outlets that keep residents informed. Every one of them can use a volunteer or a reader.
Community Organizations & Local News
| Organization | What they do |
|---|---|
| Friends of the Avon Public Library | A non-profit volunteer group that raises funds for the library, sponsoring programs like the Summer Reading Program and the museum pass program. New members are welcome. |
| The Enterprise | The Brockton-based daily newspaper of record for southern Norfolk County, which includes Avon. Where local government decisions and town meetings get covered. |
| Avon Patch | An online outlet carrying Avon community news, event listings, and town notices. |
Town & Senior Resources
| Organization | Notes |
|---|---|
| Avon Council on Aging | The senior center, outreach, and transportation for older residents. Director Christie Rexford. 508-559-0060 Ext. 1051. |
| Avon Public Library | Free programs, computers, and a card that works at libraries across Massachusetts, at 280 West Main Street. 508-583-0378. |
| Park & Recreation | Youth sports, summer programs, and the town’s parks and fields. Director Christina Green. 508-588-0414 Ext. 1055. |
For current hours and a fuller list, see the town’s department pages at avon-ma.gov.