Week of Events
May’s Daily/Ongoing Programs for Adults:
Book Display: This month, check out books and films about, inspired by, and written during the 1920's! This is party of the Brownell Library's 100th programs! Visit the KCR display! This month our display features art by the Essex Art League! Magazine Swap: Need some new reading material? Check out the Read more
Adult Take and Make Kits – Painted Bird Houses
Kits can be found on a cart to the left of the main circulation desk and are available while supplies last. Instructions will be included in each kit. 1 kit per family please. Share pictures of your making experience by emailing them to: frontdesk@brownelllibrary.org or tag @brownellvt on social media.
Monday, May 11, 2026
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May 11, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
Tech Help with Clif
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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May 12, 2026 -Current Events
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
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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May 13, 2026 -Fairbanks Museum Lecture
Fairbanks Museum Lecture
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 Read more
Thursday, May 14, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026 -Mah Jongg
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
Saturday, May 16, 2026
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May 16, 2026 -Collecting Book & Media Donations
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May 16, 2026 -Springtime Potluck
Collecting Book & Media Donations
The Brownell Library Foundation will be accepting books and media for their book sale.
Sunday, May 17, 2026
No events on this day.