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SUMMARY:Daily and ongoing programs for adults:
DESCRIPTION:Visit the KCR display! The featured artists for October are port of the Yellow Tulip Project at the Albert D. Lawton Intermediate School (ADL). They made the artwork using photo-based mixed media and a variety of materials to convey messages about mental health awareness\, hope\, and positivity. Together\, they created the art pieces and wrote statements about what the images mean to them. Some of the artists invite you to look more closely\, while others offer insight into why they made the work. To learn more about the Yellow Tulip Project\, please visit their website: https://theyellowtulipproject.org/\n \nBook Display: For the month of November\, be an adventurous reader and check out books that have NEVER been checked out of the library before! \nMagazine Swap: Need some new reading material? Check out the magazine swap! \nCommunity Puzzle: Spend some time working on a puzzle in the Main Reading Room. Puzzles rotate as they are completed. \nPattern Swap: Bring in sewing/cross stitch/knitting etc. patterns and take a few! \nPuzzle Swap: Bring a puzzle\, take a puzzle. Adult and kid friendly puzzles are welcome! \nRed Cards: Informational cards are available in different languages. \nCoupon Swap: Do you have extra coupons that aren’t useful to you? Bring them in and take a few! \nBattery Recycling Station: Do you have old batteries? Drop them off at our recycling station (no exploded batteries please!) \nLion’s Club Eyeglasses Drop Off Station. Do you have old glasses you no longer need? Drop them off at our recycling station! \nAdult Take and Make Craft Kits: Nature journals. Available while supplies lasts.\n \nProduce swap: Do you have extra veggies from your garden that you don’t need? Drop them off at the library to share them with your community!
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/daily-and-ongoing-programs-for-adults-6/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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SUMMARY:STEM Challenge: Jasper's Winter Village
DESCRIPTION:Jasper the fox has found the perfect spot for a winter village\, and he needs builders of all ages to help make homes for the owls\, rabbits\, chickadees\, and mice. In this STEM Challenge\, available in the WInnie Belle Maker Space\, people of all ages can fold\, slot\, and roll index cards into cozy cottages\, dens\, and gathering spots\, then come back throughout the month to see how our village has grown. This program is made possible with support from the Winnie Bell Learned Fund.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/stem-challenge-jaspers-winter-village/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54,Children 0-5,Children 6-11,Intergenerational,Seniors 55+,Teens 12-18
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121
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SUMMARY:Toy Swap Donation Days
DESCRIPTION:Drop off gently used\, clean toys anytime from November 9th to November 20th. Then come back to select new-to-you toys on November 21st.  Any toys remaining by the end of the day on the 21st will be donated to Goodwill. No antiques\, baby furniture\, clothes\, or broken items please.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/toy-swap-drop-off-days/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54,Children 0-5,Children 6-11,Intergenerational,Seniors 55+,Teens 12-18
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261130T200000
DTSTAMP:20261028T190926Z
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SUMMARY:Scavenger Hunt: Dragons Love Tacos
DESCRIPTION:Dragons love tacos! Can you help a hungry dragon build the best taco ever by finding the ingredients hidden around the youth area? But watch out\, dragons loathe spice\, so be sure to leave off anything hot! Grab your scavenger hunt sheet at the youth desk. This hunt is inspired by Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin. 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/scavenger-hunt-dragons-love-tacos/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children 0-5,Children 6-11,Teens 12-18
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SUMMARY:Breakout Box: The Triskaidekaphobia Trials
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the youth desk to pick up our newest Breakout Box and unravel the clues by yourself or with friends. This time: Friday the 13th has arrived\, and your luck is about to change! Follow the clues to navigate through good-luck charms and bad-luck curses. Can you find enough charms to stay lucky?
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/breakout-box-the-triskaidekaphobia-trials/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children 6-11,Teens 12-18
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T100000
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SUMMARY:Current Events
DESCRIPTION: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 are. We will look at\, reflect on\, and analyze daily events and try to discern trends and understand the national picture and the larger world basing the discussion on factual information in a non-judgmental framework. This discussion group is free and open to all. Registration is not required. 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current/2026-11-17/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Book Clubs: Red Clover\, Golden Dome\, and Green Mountain Book Awards
DESCRIPTION:Calling all home school readers! Join us on the third Tuesday of each month\, October through March\, from 1:30 to 2:30pm\, as we dig into this year’s Red Clover\, Golden Dome\, and Green Mountain Book Award nominees. Registration is required and available at: \nRed Clover Registration for students grades K-4 – Hosted by Sonny – Each month we’ll read two books from the list and bring them to life with a hands-on activity. Then\, in March\, you’ll cast your vote for your very favorite. Come discover new stories\, meet fellow book lovers\, and cast your vote for this year’s Red Clover winner! \nGolden Dome Registration for students grades 5-8 – Hosted by River – Each month we’ll discuss one book as a group\, then open the floor for you to share any other Golden Dome titles you’ve been reading on your own. Come ready to swap opinions\, defend your favorites\, and discover your next great read. To vote for your favorite in March\, you’ll need to read at least five titles from this year’s Golden Dome list—so there’s plenty to keep you turning pages between meetings. Most of all\, this is a chance to sharpen our discussion skills and enjoy the fun of talking books with fellow readers! \nGMBA Registration for students grades 9-12 – Hosted by Shadia – Each month we’ll discuss a title chosen by the group—what we loved\, what we didn’t\, the themes we noticed\, and how each book reflects and comments on the world around us. Come ready for lively conversation and strong opinions. Voting takes place at our final meeting in March\, so read up and be ready to make the case for your favorite. Most of all\, this is a chance to think deeply\, share your thoughts\, and enjoy great books in good company.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/homeschool-book-clubs-red-clover-golden-dome-and-green-mountain-book-awards-2/2026-11-17/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children 6-11,Teens 12-18
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SUMMARY:Brownell Library Trustees Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Brownell Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: Brownell Library Trustees Meeting\nEvery month on the Third Tue\, 44 occurrence(s)\nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nMonthly: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/tZYscO6rpzwuHdaTWylSm6cQwO7kVKXNjQCc/ics?icsToken=DJC_hnql0O-dICWSmwAALAAAALkY_tpkviZ_Ak1zKrOq15hp2YuUN8rhVMKk6HomHdeY45-f9NUjdXpctrUDCNkOQEDBmd9ZToyPbINfzjAwMDAwMQ\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82177397472?pwd=a7tzPOHCTe3gv5Xk5cJKueapOpakxj.1 \nMeeting ID: 821 7739 7472\nPasscode: 272018 \n— \nOne tap mobile\n+13017158592\,\,82177397472#\,\,\,\,*272018# US (Washington DC)\n+13052241968\,\,82177397472#\,\,\,\,*272018# US \nJoin instructions\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82177397472/invitations?signature=idG1Fgdp6UjqaZbShL6-aW7kAg48vxu43i6-1nVPtJQ
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/brownell-library-trustees-meeting-2/2026-11-17/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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