Events
Calendar of Events
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Using nothing but index cards, tape, and a little engineering know-how, build a maze that guides a marble from start to finish 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 to […] Book Display: September is both Emergency Preparedness and Banned Books month! Check out books on both of these topics at the library! 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 
This Scavenger Hunt is Inspired by The Cow Loves Cookies, pick up a scavenger hunt sheet at the youth desk and search the youth area for eight hungry farm friends. 
Stop by the youth desk to pick up our newest Breakout Box and unravel the clues by yourself or with friends. This time:Â Dr. Axis has created a machine that can manipulate the seasons. It is too hot for him outside and thus has created a snowstorm! Now the machine […] 
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
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Alexei Navalny began writing Patriot shortly after his near-fatal poisoning in 2020. It is the full story of his life: his youth, his call to activism, his marriage and family, his commitment to challenging a world super-power determined to silence him, and his total conviction that change cannot be resisted—and will Read more |
5 events,
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance. |
3 events,
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 
Explore 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. |
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Teens and tweens in grades 6-12 can join our Teen Advisory Group! Help us plan teen programs and decor while hanging out and playing games. This month, we'll be creating a display for Banned Books Week! 
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. |
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7 events,
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. […] 
Spooky 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.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
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Favorite Celestial Objects Members will be invited share their favorite celestial objects (guests are welcome to share as well). These can be favorite visually observed objects. They will be encouraged to describe why, what equipment they have used to observe them and what equipment they would recommend using. |
5 events,
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Come to create your horror masterpiece! We'll be putting out props and equipment to help bring your creations to life. This program is open to teen patrons in grades 6 and up. |
8 events,
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance. 
Join 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 |
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6 events,
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.
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. |
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5 events,
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The Library is closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day |
6 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 
Sammy loves belly rubs, carrots, and listening to kids read! His owner is Kim Nowlan, a local educator. They are a certified team with Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Repeats every 2nd Tuesday of the month. For all ages. |
7 events,
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance. |
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6 events,
Hola amigos! Bring your toddlers to listen to stories and learn some Spanish words.
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Gather 'round for a night of ghost stories in honor of Brownell's 100th anniversary! Start at the popcorn bar, then settle in by the fire to share a spooky tale. We'll have shadow puppets, flashlights, Halloween sound effects, and a collection of local ghost stories for anyone who needs a Read more |
5 events,
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Make Halloween green (and free), stop by our costume swap to select costumes or costume pieces for this year's festivities. All costumes made available from community donations. Available while supplies last, any pieces remaining by the end of the day will be donated to Goodwill. 
Meet us at the Ethan Allen Homestead for Flaxtravaganza, a fall harvest reenactment, with a special focus on flax fiber processing. This is a FREE admission day at the Homestead and there will be hot apple cider heated over the open fire, cookies, tours of the historic Allen House, exhibits, Read more |
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7 events,
Stop by the youth desk to pick up our newest Breakout Box and unravel the clues by yourself or with friends. This time: Stop by the youth desk to pick up our newest Breakout Box and crack the case solo or with friends. This time: Inspectors Keyla and Sherlock have […] 
Homeschool students ages 11+ are invited to a monthly meetup for games at the library! Enjoy a mix of card and board games while meeting other homeschoolers in a relaxed, social setting. All experience levels welcome—learn new games or bring your favorites to share.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance. |
7 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 
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: Red Clover Registration for students grades K-4 Read more Brownell Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Brownell Library Trustees Meeting Every month on the Third Tue, 44 occurrence(s) Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system. Monthly: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/tZYscO6rpzwuHdaTWylSm6cQwO7kVKXNjQCc/ics?icsToken=DJC_hnql0O-dICWSmwAALAAAALkY_tpkviZ_Ak1zKrOq15hp2YuUN8rhVMKk6HomHdeY45-f9NUjdXpctrUDCNkOQEDBmd9ZToyPbINfzjAwMDAwMQ Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82177397472?pwd=a7tzPOHCTe3gv5Xk5cJKueapOpakxj.1 Meeting ID: 821 7739 7472 Passcode: 272018 --- Read more |
8 events,
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance. 
Objects such as banners, T-shirts, and buttons in the Vermont Queer Archives at the Pride Center of Vermont reflect currents and changes in the lives of Vermont’s LGBTQ+ community. Meg Tamulonis, volunteer curator of the Archives, discusses how these objects mark various milestones, from Pride events to legal rulings, and Read more |
6 events,
Calling all builders! Drop in each month to tackle a special LEGO building challenge, this time: Fill an entire lego plate with a scene of your own design OR just build whatever you dream up! Creative constraint cards will be available for anyone looking to up the challenge and finished Read more |
5 events,
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Come to create your horror masterpiece! We'll be putting out props and equipment to help bring your creations to life. This program is open to teen patrons in grades 6 and up. |
5 events,
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Caregivers of children with autism and other disabilities are invited to connect and share support. While caregivers share experiences, children can explore and play with giant foam blocks, hoops, and other toys in a welcoming and safe environment. This program is facilitated by Kingston's Autism Swagger Squad, a group created by Read more |
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7 events,
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
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"Mother Mary Comes to Me draws on multiple strands of the author's early years, unveiling an empathetic and at the same time marvelously satirical portrait of an eccentric extended family with a fondness for spectacular family feuds. Roy's maternal lineage was saddled with a legacy of violence yet blessed with Read more |
6 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
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Calling all comic fans! We meet once a month to talk all things comics and graphic novels. This month's theme: monsters and the mayhem they (sometimes) cause. This program is open to patrons in grade 4 and up. |
8 events,
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance. 
Stop by the Workshop after school to make, tinker, explore, and invent with creative materials. This time: Make a Mini Scrap Monster with fabric scraps, buttons, and basic hand sewing. Not sure how? We'll get you started. |
5 events, |
5 events,
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Ready to scare your friends and terrify your neighbors? Then join us for Brownell Library's Teen Horror Film Festival! Teens are invited to showcase their spine-tingling masterpieces on Halloween afternoon, then vote on the film they think is the most terrifying of them all. Our winner will receive a $50 Read more |
1 event,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 […] |
