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SUMMARY:Stories from the Queer Archives
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeg Tamulonis\, volunteer curator of the Archives\, discusses how these objects mark various milestones\, from Pride events to legal rulings\, and considers why some parts of the queer community aren’t well-represented in the Archives. She’ll explain why there aren’t many artifacts from the era before the Stonewall Uprising in 1969\, and some of the ways we can continue to gather and learn about Vermont’s many queer histories. \nThis is a Vermont Humanities event hosted by Brownell Library and it is inspired by this year’s Vermont Read: Charity and Sylvia\, a graphic novel by Tillie Walden.  Program attendees can pick up a free copy of Charity and Sylvia at this event.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/stories-from-the-queer-archives/
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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SUMMARY:Flaxtravaganza @ Ethan Allen Homestead
DESCRIPTION: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\, and a chance to get dressed up in the costumer corner for an historic family photo shoot amongst the beautiful fall foliage. While you are there\, stop by our table for a fall craft and stories\, and pick up a free copy of this year’s Vermont Read: Charity and Sylvia by Tillie Walden. \n \nThis collaboration is inspired by this year’s Vermont Reads selection\, Charity and Sylvia by Tillie Walden. In 1807\, Weybridge\, Vermont is small\, cold\, lonely\, and beautiful. As an unwed woman with few prospects\, Sylvia Drake resides with and cares for her sister’s rambunctious family. But today the house is abuzz awaiting a guest—Charity Bryant. This graphic novel\, created by Walden from archival materials at the Henry Sheldon Museum and other primary and secondary sources\, explores the 44 years that Charity Bryant and Sylvia Drake lived together as life partners. As their relationship and place in their community grow\, America grows alongside them. We see the arrival of the railroad\, the terms of 14 presidents\, riots\, rebellion\, and plagues. Check out a copy of the book or pick up a free copy to take home by attending one of our Vermont Reads events this year.\n \nVermont Reads is a Vermont Humanities program\, join the statewide conversation by reading the book or attending a related program at local libraries this year. 
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/flaxtravaganza-ethan-allen-homestead/
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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SUMMARY:100th Anniversary: Ghost Stories
DESCRIPTION: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 little inspiration—including a few haunts from Essex Junction’s own past. This program is open to all ages\, so come ready to give your story a rating: one screaming ghost is kid-friendly\, five screaming ghosts are not for the faint of heart. The evening gets spookier the later it goes\, so choose your bedtime wisely!
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/100th-anniversary-ghost-stories/
LOCATION:Main Reading Room
CATEGORIES:Intergenerational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T110000
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SUMMARY:A Visit to Public Works
DESCRIPTION:Meet 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.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/a-visit-to-public-works/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children 0-5,Children 6-11
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SUMMARY:Springtime Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brownell Library for a potluck! Please bring a dish to share.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/springtime-potluck/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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SUMMARY:Art Reception - Essex Art League
DESCRIPTION: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 information\, please check out their website www.essexartleague.com. \nTheir art reception will be held at Brownell Library on April 9th from 4-6pm.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/art-reception-essex-art-league/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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SUMMARY:Repair Cafe
DESCRIPTION: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 guide you in making repairs for free. Some tools and materials will also be on hand.  \nRegistration is encouraged. Call us at 802-878-6955 to learn about the full list of possible repairs and appointment availability. \nThis program is based on the Repair Cafe model\, you can learn more about this international movement at www.repaircafe.org/en/.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/repair-cafe/
LOCATION:Main Reading Room
CATEGORIES:Intergenerational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T173000
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SUMMARY:Artist's Reception - Moments by Kate
DESCRIPTION:Meet Brownell’s featured artist\, Kate Paquette. Katie grew up in Essex\, Vermont and has a background in social work. In 2017\, she started her own business called “Moments by Kate\,” and earned her masters in photography in 2025. Stop by the library on March 11th from 5:30-7:30 to meet Kate\, enjoy some refreshments\, and admire Kate’s photography!
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/artists-reception-moments-by-kate/
LOCATION:Kolvoord Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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