• Starting March 2nd, reserve your spot at our next Repair Cafe on April 4th

    Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States +2 more
    Adults 19-54

    What do you do with a broken toaster, a rusted bike chain or a sweater that’s wearing thin? Toss it? No way! Help reduce waste and save money by bringing it to Brownell Library’s Repair Café where volunteer repair experts will be available to help you make repairs for free. Read more

  • ART LAB: Mystery Bag Challenge

    Art Lab
    Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States
    Adults 19-54

    Grab a mystery bag from the youth desk and repurpose some of our creative scraps into your own creation! Show us what you come up with and we’ll take a picture to display on the Winnie Belle windows. This program is made possible with support from the Winnie Bell Learned Fund Read more

  • April’s Daily/Ongoing Programs for Adults

    Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States
    Adults 19-54

    Book Display: This month, check out books and films about, inspired by, and written by Shakespeare!Visit the KCR display! This month our display features art by Essex Art League! Magazine Swap: Need some new reading material? Check out the magazine swap! Community Puzzle: Spend some time working on a puzzle in Read more

  • Adult Maker Kit – Pinwheels

    Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States
    Adults 19-54

    Kits can be found on a cart to the left of the main circulation desk and are available while supplies last. Instructions will be included in each kit. 1 kit per family please. Share pictures of your making experience by emailing them to: frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org or tag @brownellvt on social media.

  • Vermont Astronomical Society Monthly Meeting

    Kolvoord Community Room
    Adults 19-54

    In-person and via Zoom Ask for the Zoom link from paulwaav@together.net or theresamarie11@GMAIL.COM Asteroids and Meteors By Steve Grimsley Asteroids and meteors are the leftovers of non gaseous material from the formation of the solar system.  They are found throughout the solar system but are concentrated in the main asteroid Read more

  • Essex Community Historical Society Trivia Night

    Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States
    Adults 19-54

    Trivia Night with the Essex Community Historical Society April 8, 7 p.m. In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Brownell Library, ECHS will present a trivia night.  First round of trivia will be on the Brownell family and library. The second round will be on events, movers and shakers, Read more

  • Art Reception – Essex Art League

    Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States
    Adults 19-54

    The Essex Art League (EAL) was created in 1972 by a group of artists and art lovers. They meet monthly from September to June and welcome anyone to join them for community and learning. Annual membership includes hands-on activities, artist presentations, weekly en plein air, group exhibitions and more. For more Read more

  • Dungeons & Dragons (FULL)

    Dungeons & Dragons
    Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States +2 more
    Adults 19-54

    Players embark on imaginary adventures. The current campaign is full, if you are interested in joining, and able to commit to an ongoing collaborative story for at least 4 months, please email youth@brownelllibrary.org to add your name to the wait list. Open to 5th grade and up.

  • Book Launch: Beyond the politics of contempt

    Kolvoord Community Room
    Adults 19-54

    Join local authors as they share insights from their new book Beyond the Politics of Contempt offering hopeful practical ways to heal divides and strengthen democracy.

  • Chess Time

    Chess Time
    Kolvoord Community Room
    Adults 19-54

    Play chess in our informal setting! Whether you're just learning or already a pro, you're invited to play this ancient game of strategy. All ages welcome.

  • Recycling 101 in the MRR in Partnership with Chittenden Solid Waste District

    Main Reading Room
    Adults 19-54

    Recycling 101 Confused about what belongs in the recycling bin, compost, or trash? You’re not alone! Join us for this fun and informative presentation to learn about the ins and outs of recycling and composting. We’ll cover what belongs in each bin, address items that are frequent points of confusion (like pizza boxes, bottle caps, black Read more

  • STEM Challenge: Kaleidoscope Constructions

    STEM Challenge
    Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States
    Adults 19-54

    Unlock the science of color while constructing with Magnatiles in this hands-on STEM adventure. From simple color sorting and mixing explorations to advanced color theory and architectural challenges, this project offers inspiration for builders of all ages. Share your creation with a librarian to become part of our community photo Read more