AVALON – The Avalon Free Public Library will hold a free Creative Writing class from 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. on Thurs., March 1 with instructor Jack Miller. Each session includes writing tips on poetry, memoirs, short stories, articles, and books and students have the opportunity to record a podcast of their work.

Please call 609-967-7155 or stop by the circulation desk to register.

The Avalon Library received 5 stars in Library Journal’s national rating of public libraries, based on statistical performance data collected by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The Avalon Library is one of only three libraries in New Jersey to receive the 5-Star designation four times since 2009.

The library is located at 235 32nd Street and provides free and open access to first class collections, services and programs that inspire, inform and enrich the community. For more information on all library programs, please visit the library website at www.avalonfreelibrary.org.