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SUMMARY:Daily and ongoing programs for adults:
DESCRIPTION:Book display: For the month of July\, check out books and movies about\, inspired by\, or related to Dinosaurs and/or Paleontology! \nVisit 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 like in the early 1900’s \nMagazine Swap: Need some new reading material? Check out the magazine swap! \nCommunity Puzzle: Spend some time working on a puzzle in the Main Reading Room. Puzzles rotate as they are completed. \nPattern Swap: Bring in sewing/cross stitch/knitting etc. patterns and take a few! \nPuzzle Swap: Bring a puzzle\, take a puzzle. Adult and kid friendly puzzles welcome! Only puzzles that have all the pieces. Drop your puzzle off on the table next to the main desk. \nRed Cards: Informational cards are available in different languages. \nCoupon Swap: Do you have extra coupons that aren’t useful to you? Bring them in and take a few! \nBattery Recycling Station: Do you have old batteries? Drop them off at our recycling station (no exploded batteries please!) \nLion’s Club Eyeglasses Drop Off Station. Do you have old glasses you no longer need? Drop them off at our recycling station! \nSeed Swap: Have extra seeds you don’t need? Drop them off at our seed swap and take home seeds you want for your garden \nAdult Take and Make : Mini dinosaur painting!\nKits 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.  \n \nAdult Summer Reading Program! Pick up your summer reading passport and start reading! The program lasts through July and August. The winner will be announced at the start of September.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/daily-and-ongoing-programs-for-adults-2/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults 19-54
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260629T154936Z
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SUMMARY:ART LAB: Dino Sounds
DESCRIPTION:What does a Triceratops sound like when it’s hungry? No one really knows — and that’s what makes Foley art so much fun! Stop by the Winnie Bell Maker Space in Youth Nonfiction to explore the art of movie sound effects and dream up your own prehistoric roar. Open to all ages\, this program is made possible with support from the Winnie Bell Learned Fund.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/art-lab-dino-sounds/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T192924Z
CREATED:20260211T170413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T192924Z
UID:10002399-1784543400-1784547000@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/2026-07-20/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T130000
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UID:10002728-1784552400-1784556000@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-3/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seniors 55+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T170000
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SUMMARY:Reduce\, Reuse\, Recyclosaurus!
DESCRIPTION:Use recycled and recyclable materials to create a dinosaur! Best for ages 6-11.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/reduce-reuse-recyclosaurus/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children 6-11
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T100000
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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-2/2026-07-21/
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:20260721T150000
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SUMMARY:Hieroglyphs: Create a Cartouche!
DESCRIPTION:One of the oldest writing systems in the world\, Egyptian hieroglyphics date back over 5\,000 years. Using these images\, we will be creating cartouches just like the ones the ancient Egyptians used to enclose the names of their pharaohs. There will also be secret messages in hieroglyphics for patrons to decode for an additional challenge. This program is open to patrons age 9 and up.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/hieroglyphs-create-a-cartouche/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children 6-11,Teens 12-18
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SUMMARY:Brownell Library Trustees Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Brownell Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: Brownell Library Trustees Meeting\nTime: Dec 16\, 2025 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nEvery month on the Third Tue\, 44 occurrence(s)\nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nMonthly: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/tZYscO6rpzwuHdaTWylSm6cQwO7kVKXNjQCc/ics?icsToken=DJC_hnql0O-dICWSmwAALAAAALkY_tpkviZ_Ak1zKrOq15hp2YuUN8rhVMKk6HomHdeY45-f9NUjdXpctrUDCNkOQEDBmd9ZToyPbINfzjAwMDAwMQ\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82177397472?pwd=a7tzPOHCTe3gv5Xk5cJKueapOpakxj.1 \nMeeting ID: 821 7739 7472\nPasscode: 272018 \n— \nOne tap mobile\n+13017158592\,\,82177397472#\,\,\,\,*272018# US (Washington DC)\n+13052241968\,\,82177397472#\,\,\,\,*272018# US \nJoin instructions\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82177397472/invitations?signature=idG1Fgdp6UjqaZbShL6-aW7kAg48vxu43i6-1nVPtJQ
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/brownell-library-trustees-meeting/2026-07-21/
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:20260722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T104500
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Play Time
DESCRIPTION: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). \nTeen volunteers we need your help.  Register for this volunteer experience or others on our Volunteer Sign Up Form.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/outdoor-play-time/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children 0-5
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T103000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173119Z
CREATED:20260304T204729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T173119Z
UID:10002279-1784800800-1784802600@brownelllibrary.org
SUMMARY:Dino-Mite Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Unearth stories\, rhymes and songs at this dinosaur themed story time series.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/dino-mite-story-time/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Brownell Library\, 6 Lincoln St\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children 0-5
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000
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UID:10002749-1784880000-1784912400@brownelllibrary.org
SUMMARY:Tie Dye Party
DESCRIPTION:Drop in between 3-4:30pm to twist\, bind\, and dye your way to unique\, wearable works of art during Brownell’s annual tie dye party. Bring your own t-shirt if you are able\, pre-washed\, 100% cotton works best; we will also have some shirts on hand just in case. Participants will learn some basic tie dye techniques\, or try their own approach. Dyed shirts will be sent home in a plastic bag with instructions for completing the project. This event is open to all ages\, while supplies last. Young children will need adult help.
URL:https://brownelllibrary.org/event/tie-dye-party/
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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