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100 Things for 100 Years
100 Things for 100 Years
Bring in your collections of 100 things to celebrate 100 years of Brownell Library! Any collection smaller than a shoebox or a jar will be displayed. If you have a larger, perishable or valuable collection, send a photo to youth@brownelllibrary.org with a description and we will display the photo. Let’s Read more
Breakout Box: The Lost Letters of Liberty
Breakout Box: The Lost Letters of Liberty
Stop by the youth desk to pick up our newest Breakout Box and unravel the clues by yourself or with friends. This time: We were digging through the Vermont Collection and found a dusty old locked box and a letter written by Abigail Adams, one of the Daughters of Liberty! We Read more
Daily and ongoing programs for adults:
Daily and ongoing programs for adults:
Book display: For the month of July, check out books and movies about, inspired by, or related to Dinosaurs and/or Paleontology! Visit the KCR display! In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Brownell Library, the Essex Community Historical Society will have on display pictures of what Essex Junction looked Read more
STEM Challenge: Pasta Paleontology
STEM Challenge: Pasta Paleontology
From rigatoni ribs to spaghetti spines, build your own dinosaur skeleton out of pasta noodles while exploring the real science of dinosaur bones at the Winnie Bell Maker Space in Youth Non Fiction. This program is made possible with support from the Winnie Bell Learned Fund, and it is open Read more
Monday, July 6, 2026
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July 6, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
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July 6, 2026 -Vermont Astronomical Society Meeting
Tech Help with Clif
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Vermont Astronomical Society Meeting
Free and Open to the Public In-person and via Zoom Ask for the Zoom link from paulwaav@together.net or theresamarie11@GMAIL.COM The in-person will be at the Brownell Library on 2A near 5-Corners in Essex Junction.If you attend via Zoom please get on-line before 7:30. If you don't have Zoom installed, the application will automatically download and install Read more
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
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July 7, 2026 -Current Events
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July 7, 2026 -Underwater Fireworks
Current Events
In an age of instant news reporting from every corner of our world, sometimes the sheer volume of information can feel overwhelming. This current events discussion group will attempt to quiet the noise and step back to reflect on what the news means, what is its context, and what the ramifications Read more
Underwater Fireworks
Use oil, water and food coloring to make fireworks, then make a fireworks bookmark by printing with shaving cream and food coloring to take home.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
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July 8, 2026 -Teddy Bear Sleepover Drop-Off
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July 8, 2026 -Outdoor Play Time
Teddy Bear Sleepover Drop-Off
Drop off your stuffed animal friend from 9-4 to stay overnight at the library! Pick them up the following morning at Teddy Bear Story Time. This program is open to all ages.
Outdoor Play Time
Bring your toddlers and preschoolers to this play time outside near the pavilion. We will read one story and play with giant blocks, hoops, chalk, bubbles and water! Bring a towel or change of clothes. Inclement weather? We'll play inside (minus the water toy). Teen volunteers we need your help. Read more
Thursday, July 9, 2026
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July 9, 2026 -Dino-Mite Story Time
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July 9, 2026 -Brick Pit: Ancient Artifact
Brick Pit: Ancient Artifact
Calling all builders! Drop in each month to tackle a special LEGO building challenge, this time: Build an ancient artifact (real or imagined) that might tell us a story about the past OR just build whatever you dream up! Creative constraint cards will be available for anyone looking to up the challenge Read more
Friday, July 10, 2026
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July 10, 2026 -100th Anniversary: Retro Library Desk
100th Anniversary: Retro Library Desk
Experience old library technology like a card catalog, stamps, and vintage handwriting at our retro circulation desk! This is part of the Brownell 100th Anniversary celebrations.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
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Sunday, July 12, 2026
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