Community Engagement
Events
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Current Events
Kolvoord Community RoomSeniors 55+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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Recycling 101 in the MRR in Partnership with Chittenden Solid Waste District
Main Reading RoomAdults 19-54Recycling 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
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Current Events
Kolvoord Community RoomSeniors 55+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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Current Events
Kolvoord Community RoomSeniors 55+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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Current Events
Kolvoord Community RoomSeniors 55+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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Plant Swap
Library PavilionAdults 19-54Bring plants to swap under the pavilion in front of the library! Garden starters and houseplants welcome!
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Fairbanks Museum Lecture
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United StatesAdults 19-54Join the Brownell Library for a lecture about Climate Change by a guest speaker from the Fairbanks Museum! This lecture is for adults and is sponsored in part by Vermont Humanities. Attendees will be able to leave with a copy of "The Light Pirate" by Lily Brooks-Dalton, available while supplies Read more
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Springtime Potluck
Kolvoord Community RoomAdults 19-54Join the Brownell Library for a potluck! Please bring a dish to share.
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Adult Movie Night with special guests from the Howard Center
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United StatesAdults 19-54Join us for a movie night! The movie is an award winning film that brings alive the struggles of unhoused visitors at a public library on a frigid night. After the film, there will be a panel discussion with guests from the Howard Center as well as library staff.
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Daily and ongoing programs for adults:
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United StatesAdults 19-54Book 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
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A Visit to Public Works
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States +1 moreChildren 0-5Meet up at the library at 10am and walk over to the public works facility (about 0.3 miles) to check out their earth moving equipment! We will walk back together. Or meet us at 11 Jackson Street at 10:15am.
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Library Summer Potluck
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United StatesAdults 19-54Join us for the library's summer potluck! Bring a dish to share and meet other community members. Food, puzzles, and conversation available.