Week of Events
Daily and ongoing programs for adults:
Book Display: This month we are celebrating the country's 250th birthday! Stop by the library and check out a book, documentary, film, or magazine about the United States! Visit the KCR display! This month our display features art by the Essex Art League! Magazine Swap: Need some new reading material? Check […]
100 Things for 100 Years
Bring in your collections of 100 things to celebrate 100 years of Brownell Library! Any collection smaller than a shoebox or a jar will be displayed. If you have a larger, perishable or valuable collection, send a photo to youth@brownelllibrary.org with a description and we will display the photo. Let’s […]
ART LAB: Dino Prints
Turn your fingerprint into a dinosaur and your dinosaur into a story at the Winnie Bell Maker Space. Show us your creation and we will make a copy to display on the Winnie Belle Windows, and it may be included in our Summer Zine! This program is for all ages, […]
First Zine Prompt: Summer Playlist
This summer, Brownell Library invites young writers and artists ages 6–18 to unearth a story, a drawing, a comic, or a poem. New creative prompts will be released on Wednesdays starting 6/24 through 7/22. Each week the youth writer or artist with the most creative entry, which best responds to Read more
Adopt a Dino!
A train full of dinosaurs has escaped into the library, and we need your help to find them! Beginning Wednesday June 24, patrons are invited to search the library for dinosaur figurines to take home. These little dinosaurs will only be available until July 1 - come claim yours today! […]
Breakout Box: The Lost Letters of Liberty
Stop by the youth desk to pick up our newest Breakout Box and unravel the clues by yourself or with friends. This time: We were digging through the Vermont Collection and found a dusty old locked box and a letter written by Abigail Adams, one of the Daughters of Liberty! We Read more
Daily and ongoing programs for adults:
Book 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
STEM Challenge: Pasta Paleontology
From rigatoni ribs to spaghetti spines, build your own dinosaur skeleton out of pasta noodles while exploring the real science of dinosaur bones at the Winnie Bell Maker Space in Youth Non Fiction. This program is made possible with support from the Winnie Bell Learned Fund, and it is open […]
Monday, June 29, 2026
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June 29, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
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June 29, 2026 -Dinolympics!
Tech Help with Clif
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Dinolympics!
Dinolympics! A fun, dinosaur-themed event with games, activities and crafts inspired by prehistoric eras. For ages 6-11.
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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June 30, 2026 -Current Events
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June 30, 2026 -The Potter’s Time Machine
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
The Potter’s Time Machine
A broken pot can tell archaeologists what people ate, believed, and traded thousands of years ago. Explore ancient pottery from around the world, then design your own vessel that tells a story about you. Recommended for children in grades 3 and up, including teens!
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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July 1, 2026 -Outdoor Play Time
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July 1, 2026 -Vermont Vexillographers
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July 1, 2026 -Grief Group
Outdoor Play Time
Bring your toddlers and preschoolers to this play time outside near the pavilion. We will read one story and play with giant blocks, hoops, chalk, bubbles and water! Bring a towel or change of clothes. Inclement weather? We'll play inside (minus the water toy). Teen volunteers we need your help. […]
Vermont Vexillographers
Vermont is a state we all love - so why is our flag just the state seal on a blue background? It’s time to show the flag some love and give it a makeover! Come show off your vexillography (that’s flag designing!) skills and create a flag that captures the […]
Grief Group
Join a compassionate community of others who are grieving. In this safe and supportive space, we come together to share, validate, and navigate the complexities of grief. Guided by certified death doula Karen Hergesheimer, our conversations offer understanding, education, and valuable resources to help you through this journey. Hot tea Read more
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Friday, July 3, 2026
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July 3, 2026 -The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day
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July 3, 2026 -Music Time
The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day
The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day
Saturday, July 4, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, July 5, 2026
No events on this day.