Events for October 7, 2026
Daily and ongoing programs for adults:
Community Puzzle: Spend some time working on a puzzle in the Main Reading Room. Puzzles rotate as they are completed. Magazine Swap: Need some new reading material? Check out the magazine swap! Pattern Swap: Bring in sewing/cross stitch/knitting etc. patterns and take a few! Puzzle Swap: Bring a puzzle, take Read more
ART LAB: Surreal Creatures
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex JunctionExplore the world of surrealism by mixing unexpected images into a one-of-a-kind imaginary beast at the Winnie Belle Maker Space in Youth Non Fiction. This program is available in the Winnie Belle Maker Space in Youth Non Fiction, and it is open to all ages.
Costume Swap Drop Off Days
Help make this Halloween affordable and eco-friendly by donating gently used costumes and costume pieces for our upcoming Costume Swap. Between October 5th and 16th, drop off costume pieces you are willing to part with, then come back to select your new-to-you costume(s) during the Costume Swap on October 17th. Read more
Scavenger Hunt: At the Old Haunted House
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex JunctionSpooky creatures are making their way to a Halloween party, can you find them in the youth area? Inspired by At the Old Haunted House, this scavenger hunt starts at the youth desk, where you can grab your scavenger hunt sheet.
Play Time
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex JunctionRead a story together, then dive into hands-on fun! We'll have creative materials that invite young children to read, sing, write, talk, and play—all the building blocks of early literacy, plus actual giant foam blocks for building gross motor skills!
Tech Help with Clif
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex JunctionOffering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Tech Help with Clif
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex JunctionOffering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Grief Group
Kolvoord Community RoomJoin a compassionate community of others who are grieving. In this safe and supportive space, we come together to share, validate, and navigate the complexities of grief. Guided by certified death doula Karen Hergesheimer, our conversations offer understanding, education, and valuable resources to help you through this journey. Hot tea Read more