AVON DAY 2005
 

OVERVIEW
by the Avon Day Committee

 

Avon Day was originally conceived as an event to promote town spirit and interest in the community, while educating residents about Avon’s wide variety of service organizations and programs – all in an atmosphere of fun. Proceeds from the event have been used to support local residents’ needs through either the Town, per se, or the town’s many non-profit organizations.

This event is endorsed by the Avon Town Council, supported by the Departments of Recreation & Parks and Public Works. For the past seven years, Avon Day has been sponsored by the Avon Chapter of UNICO National, a non-profit Italian-American service organization that has served the local community for the past twenty years.

The first Avon Day was held in May, 1982. Through the years, the event has evolved and grown tremendously. The one-day event currently attracts between eight and ten thousand people. This year's event will be held at the athletic field behind the Thompson Brook School.


Avon Day consists of food booths, entertainment, rides, information booths for service organizations and local businesses.  Funds raised through the events are used as follows:

  • Taste of Avon – All proceeds go the the town of Avon Special Needs Fund to help Avon residents in need of financial assistance.
  • Individual Food Booths – All proceeds are returned to the local service organization operating the food booth, and in turn, are returned to community members through such activities as scholarships, grants and donations.
  • Contributions, sponsorships, and other Avon Day fundraisers – Proceeds are used to offset operational expenses associated with the event.

 

Despite its evolution, Avon Day’s original concept has remained intact, improving the quality of life within our town and enhancing its residents’ understanding of all that Avon has to offer. We will continue to do our best to support, enhance and enjoy this traditional annual event.