Starting March 2nd, reserve your spot at our next Repair Cafe on April 4th
Brownell Library 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction +2 more
Week of Events
ART LAB: Blob Creatures
Practice your spontaneity while exploring watercolor techniques and storytelling. Available for all ages at the Winnie Bell Maker Space in Youth Nonfiction. This program is made possible with support from the Winnie Belle Learned Fund and it is open to all ages!
Starting March 2nd, reserve your spot at our next Repair Cafe on April 4th
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
March Madness, Battle of the Literary Quotes
All month - March Madness: Battle of the Literary Quotes! - Fill out your bracket before March 6th and drop it in our ballot box or email your youth choices to youth@brownelllibrary.org for a chance to win a prize! Every week in March we will have a new voting ballot Read more
STEM Challenge: Cardboard Couture
Stop by the Winnie Belle Maker Space in Youth Nonfiction to try our March STEM Challenge: Design and build your own wearable cardboard accessory using the library's kid-friendly Chomp Saw while learning to brainstorm, prototype, and refine your ideas. This program is made possible with support from the Winnie Bell Learned Read more
Monday, March 16, 2026
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March 16, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
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March 16, 2026 -Crazy 8s Club
Tech Help with Clif
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Crazy 8s Club
Let's make math fun! An 8 week long recreational, fun math club for grades K-2 of all abilities. This program will take place twice per month, from January through April. Materials provided by the Bedtime Math organization. Led by volunteer math coach Nina Donyaee. Registration is closed.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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March 17, 2026 -Current Events
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March 17, 2026 -GMBA Group
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March 17, 2026 -Golden Dome Award Book Group
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March 17, 2026 -Red Clover Award Book Group
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March 17, 2026 -GMBA Group
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March 17, 2026 -Brownell Library Trustees Meeting
Current 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
GMBA Group
Each month, registered students in Gr. 9-12 will gather in the library to discuss a book from this year’s Green Mountain Book Award list. Registration is closed. This program is supported by the Brownell Library Foundation.
Golden Dome Award Book Group
Each month, registered students in Gr. 4-8 gather in the library to discuss a book from this year’s Vermont Golden Dome Book List. In this session, we will be discussing How It All Ends by Emma Hunsinger AND voting on our favorite books from this year's list. Students must read at least five Read more
Red Clover Award Book Group
Each month, students in Gr. K-4 will read two titles from this year’s Red Clover book list and complete an activity. Each month we will read two of the nominees. Voting takes place in March. This program is sponsored by the Brownell Library Foundation. Registration is closed.
GMBA Group
Each month, registered students in Gr. 9-12 will gather in the library to discuss a book from this year’s Green Mountain Book Award list. Registration is closed. This program is supported by the Brownell Library Foundation.
Brownell Library Trustees Meeting
Brownell Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Brownell Library Trustees Meeting Time: Dec 16, 2025 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) 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 Read more
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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March 18, 2026 -Play Time!
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March 18, 2026 -Whimsical Wednesdays: Lego Fun
Play Time!
Read one story together and play! We have giant blocks and other creative play materials. Best for ages 0-5.
Whimsical Wednesdays: Lego Fun
Relax and build creatively with Legos. Your creations will be displayed in the library.
Thursday, March 19, 2026
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March 19, 2026 -AARP Tax Aide Appointments
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March 19, 2026 -Snap and Code with Lego Robotics
AARP Tax Aide Appointments
AARP Foundation provides in-person assistance free of charge with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 or have low-to-moderate income. Tax-Aide volunteers are located nationwide and are trained and IRS-certified every year. Taxpayers must bring all information and documents that have been received that apply to their 2025 income taxes, Read more
Snap and Code with Lego Robotics
Children ages 6-10 code with Legos and Scratch. Along the way they will grow more comfortable with the iterative nature of the design process, which involves experimenting, failing, and trying again. This program could be a good fit if you have a creative kid who loves solving puzzles. Registration is Read more
Friday, March 20, 2026
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March 20, 2026 -AARP Tax Appointment
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March 20, 2026 -Mah Jongg
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March 20, 2026 -Spanish Toddler Storytime
AARP Tax Appointment
AARP Foundation provides in-person assistance free of charge with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 or have low-to-moderate income. Tax-Aide volunteers are located nationwide and are trained and IRS-certified every year. Taxpayers must bring all information and documents that have been received that apply to their 2025 income taxes, Read more
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg takes place every Friday from 10am-12pm and it's FREE! If you know how to play, drop by and enjoy the great game of (American) Mah Jongg! This is an EJRP/Essex Senior Center program. Questions? Please contact Julie: jshorter@ejrp.org or 802-878-1375 EXT 1553
Spanish Toddler Storytime
Hola amigos! Bring your toddlers to listen to stories and learn some Spanish words.
Saturday, March 21, 2026
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March 21, 2026 -Librarian’s Choice Book Discussion – “The Spellshop” by Sarah Beth Durst
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March 21, 2026 -Stitch n Sip
Librarian’s Choice Book Discussion – “The Spellshop” by Sarah Beth Durst
This month Librarian, Ariana will host the discussion on The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst
Stitch n Sip
Come knit and crochet with friends and drink tea! Recommended for youth in grades 5+ and adults.
Sunday, March 22, 2026
No events on this day.