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SUMMARY:Tech Help with Clif
DESCRIPTION:Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/tech-help-with-clif-7/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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SUMMARY:Tech Help with Clif
DESCRIPTION:Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/tech-help-with-clif-6/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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SUMMARY:Tech Help with Clif
DESCRIPTION:Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/tech-help-with-clif-7/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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SUMMARY:Tech Help with Clif
DESCRIPTION:Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/tech-help-with-clif-6/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T130000
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UID:10003274-1785934800-1785938400@brownelllibrary.org
SUMMARY:Tech Help with Clif
DESCRIPTION:Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/tech-help-with-clif-7/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T103000
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UID:10003015-1785925800-1785929400@brownelllibrary.org
SUMMARY:Tech Help with Clif
DESCRIPTION:Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/tech-help-with-clif-6/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T210000
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SUMMARY:VT Astronomical Society
DESCRIPTION:Free and Open to the Public\n\nIn-person and via Zoom\nAsk for the Zoom link from paulwaav@together.net or theresamarie11@GMAIL.COM\nVAS Members will be emailed the Zoom link\n\nThe in-person will be at the Brownell Library on 2A near 5-Corners in Essex Junction. \nIf you attend via Zoom please get on-line before 7:30.  If you don’t have Zoom installed\, the application will automatically download and install when you click the meeting link.  This may take a couple minutes. \nPRESENTATION: \nA Gentle Introduction To Mirror Making \nBy Bob Horton \nIn this talk we will explore the tools\, techniques and tests that have evolved over the years to produce a telescope mirror (or lens) whose surface is thousands of times smoother and more accurate than the best machinist’s work\, all the while using simple and inexpensive devices and procedures that even a caveman can handle. We will start with a short history of the art of mirror making and the role our own state of Vermont played in that timeline. This is followed by a description of the ten basic steps a mirror maker will take to transform a raw disk of glass into an optically perfect mirror that will reside the heart of their telescope. For each step\, we will describe the procedure to get to the desired result and a set of simple tests that prove that you have completed that task. In the end\, you will know how thousands of folks have crafted their own telescopes using the most basic tools to produce research quality optics. \nFollowing the main presentation\, our recurring monthly presentations will include Constellation of the Month  by Terri Zittritsch.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/vt-astronomical-society/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T160000
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CREATED:20260626T201848Z
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SUMMARY:100th Anniversary: Retro Library Desk
DESCRIPTION:Experience old library technology like a card catalog\, stamps\, and vintage handwriting at our retro circulation desk! This is part of the Brownell 100th Anniversary celebrations.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/100th-anniversary-retro-library-desk/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Intergenerational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T193000
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SUMMARY:Vermont Astronomical Society Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Free and Open to the Public \nIn-person and via Zoom \nAsk for the Zoom link from paulwaav@together.net or theresamarie11@GMAIL.COM \nThe in-person will be at the Brownell Library on 2A near 5-Corners in Essex Junction.If you attend via Zoom please get on-line before 7:30. If you don’t have Zoom installed\, the application will automatically download and install when you click the meeting link. This may take a couple minutes. \n  \nPRESENTATION: Science\, Selenology and the Apollo Project: How we proved that on-site human participation is vital in the exploration of the Solar System. By Jim Bosek Using images taken by the Apollo astronauts as well as basic science gathered from samples collected and comparative costs of other government programs we judge the success of our earliest and only first person exploration of an extraterrestrial world\, next generation of space exploration. Following the main presentation\, our recurring monthly presentations will include Constellation of the Month  by Terri Zittritsch.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/vermont-astronomical-society-meeting/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T200000
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CREATED:20260420T175944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T175944Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Movie Night with special guests from the Howard Center
DESCRIPTION:Join 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.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/adult-movie-night-with-special-guests-from-the-howard-center/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
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CREATED:20260422T195937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T195937Z
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SUMMARY:Fairbanks Museum Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 last.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/fairbanks-museum-lecture/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
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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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
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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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
UID:10000022-1776765600-1776771000@brownelllibrary.org
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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T180000
DTSTAMP:20260330T211920Z
CREATED:20260330T211920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T211920Z
UID:10002336-1776186000-1776189600@brownelllibrary.org
SUMMARY:Recycling 101 in the MRR in Partnership with Chittenden Solid Waste District
DESCRIPTION:Recycling 101\nConfused 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 plastic\, and more)\, and answer your burning waste-related questions. Whether you’re new to the area or just want to sharpen your waste-sorting skills\, you’ll leave confident about what goes where.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/recycling-101-in-the-mrr-in-partnership-with-chittenden-solid-waste-district/
LOCATION:Main Reading Room
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T180000
DTSTAMP:20260323T200223Z
CREATED:20260323T200018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T200223Z
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SUMMARY:Chess Time
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/chess-time-2/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54,Teens 12-18
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
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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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T141500
DTSTAMP:20260311T171037Z
CREATED:20260311T170942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T171037Z
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SUMMARY:Book Launch: Beyond the politics of contempt
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/book-launch-beyond-the-politics-of-contempt/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T210000
DTSTAMP:20260330T210402Z
CREATED:20260330T210402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T210402Z
UID:10002333-1775674800-1775682000@brownelllibrary.org
SUMMARY:Essex Community Historical Society Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Trivia Night with the Essex Community Historical Society \nApril 8\, 7 p.m.  \nIn celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Brownell Library\, ECHS will present a trivia night.   \nFirst round of trivia will be on the Brownell family and library. The second round will be on events\, movers and shakers\, and other interesting facts pertaining to 1926.  \nPrizes will be awarded for those attendees with the most correct answers. So start studying and then join ECHS for an evening of fun.  \nThis program is part of Brownell Library’s 100th Anniversary Celebrations!
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/essex-community-historical-society-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
UID:10000020-1775556000-1775561400@brownelllibrary.org
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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T210000
DTSTAMP:20260313T162323Z
CREATED:20260313T162323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T162323Z
UID:10002308-1775503800-1775509200@brownelllibrary.org
SUMMARY:Vermont Astronomical Society Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:In-person and via Zoom\nAsk for the Zoom link from paulwaav@together.net or theresamarie11@GMAIL.COM \nAsteroids and Meteors\nBy Steve Grimsley \nAsteroids 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 belt between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.  Much of what we know about the early history of the solar system comes from the study of these rocky remnants that made their way to Earth. \nThere are three main categories of meteors\, stony\, stony iron\, and iron.  These types mostly are based on where\, in an internally melted and gravity segregated asteroid\, they were formed. \nStony meteors that contain chondrules are known as chondrites.  Chondrules are spherical grains of silicate minerals 1 – 3 mm in size from rapidly cooled molten droplets in the primordial solar nebula.  They are composed of pyroxene\, olivine\, plagioclase\, glass\, iron nickel\, and sulfate minerals that have not undergone a full melt since their formation.  Their bulk composition is nearly identical to the Sun without hydrogen and helium and other light volatile elements and compounds.  A special class of stony meteors are the lighter carbonaceous chondrites.  These make up a higher proportion of asteroid bodies further away from the Sun.  The carbonaceous meteorites represent the most unaltered non-gaseous material in the original cloud from which our solar system formed.  They date to 4.55 billion years\, back to the earliest formation of the solar system.  Ordinary stony chondrite meteors are by far the most common type. \nAchondrites are stony material that has undergone a full melt\, cooling in a differentiated asteroid.  These meteors are much like igneous rocks that form on earth.  Fragments from the moon and Mars that have fallen on Earth are achondrites.\nStony irons and irons are from the interiors of large asteroids whose interiors melted and gravity segregated.  Meteors of this type have been some of the largest that have finds.  Polished surfaces of these have much visual appeal. \nFollowing the main presentation\, our recurring monthly presentations will include Constellation of the Month  by Terri Zittritsch.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/vermont-astronomical-society-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T180000
DTSTAMP:20260324T204122Z
CREATED:20260324T203939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204122Z
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SUMMARY:Guardian ad Litem Information Session
DESCRIPTION:GUARDIAN AD LITEM LIBRARY SESSIONS Spring 2026  \nC H I T T E N D E N  C O U N T Y  \nP U B L I C  \nL I B R A R I E S \n \nCome to your local library and discover how someone like you can support children in your community. Current Guardians ad Litem and the Regional Coordinator will explain how you can give abused and neglected children a voice by becoming a court appointed Guardian ad Litem.  \nAs a Guardian ad Litem\, you get to work with the courts\, DCF\, attorneys\, NFI\, schools\, and other community resources to help children through a very challenging time in their lives. It’s among the most challenging\, impactful\, and rewarding volunteer opportunities.  \nFor those who can\, it’s among the most important things you will ever do. 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/guardian-ad-litem-information-session/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
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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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
UID:10000018-1774346400-1774351800@brownelllibrary.org
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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
UID:10000017-1773741600-1773747000@brownelllibrary.org
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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T153000
DTSTAMP:20260227T182211Z
CREATED:20260227T182211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T182211Z
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SUMMARY:A Revolution Will Not Be Tweeted
DESCRIPTION:“We The People” are invited to this presentation to learn the history of printing The American Revolution\, and to engage in a conversation around an old printing press\,  pull a broadside\, and imagine what The Next Revolution could be. \nWhen the hand written Declaration of Independence was delivered to the local print shop the evening of July 4\, 1776\, it was “massed produced” on the printing press over night. But only after it was entirely set by hand\, one l-e-t-t-e-r at a time and locked up in a press bed to be pulled by hand\, one copy at a time. \nSimilar to the deliberate and intentional methodologies which the earlier revolutionaries employed to foment and print their Revolution of 1776\, are those utilized contemporarily at A Revolutionary Press\, the print shop in New Haven\, Vermont. \nAt this presentation you will learn that the mission statement of A Revolutionary Press\, inspired by the Declaration of Independence\, directs us in our efforts to bring about an entirely distinct Revolution for the present and the future\, as we  listen to\, and print some of today’s lesser known radical and revolutionary visionaries. Everyone at this event will have the opportunity to print one of these pieces to help imagine that next Revolution. \nThis event is best for youth in grades 5+ and adults. \nAbout the presenter: \nJohn Vincent is a retired police officer\, poet\, letterpress printer\, and director of A Revolutionary Press\, a 501c3 nonprofit and  volunteer run collective of artists in service to the Common Good in New Haven\, Vermont. \nJohn is also the co-curator of “Finding Hope Within: Healing and Transformation Through the Making of Art Within the Carceral System”\, a traveling art exhibition in Vermont for 2023-2026. He presents on the historical and contemporary significance of hand setting type on the printing press in context with the past and future Revolutions in this country. Learn more on his website. \nThis is a Vermont Humanities event hosted by Brownell Library. (Supported in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the NEH\, VHC\, or Brownell Library.) 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/a-revolution-will-not-be-tweeted/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54,Intergenerational,Seniors 55+,Teens 12-18
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
UID:10000016-1773136800-1773142200@brownelllibrary.org
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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
UID:10000015-1772532000-1772537400@brownelllibrary.org
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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
UID:10000014-1771927200-1771932600@brownelllibrary.org
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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T204945Z
CREATED:20251125T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T204945Z
UID:10000013-1771322400-1771327800@brownelllibrary.org
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. \n 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/current-events/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownell Library":MAILTO:frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org
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