Week of Events
Breakout Box: The Earth’s Break Up
Stop by the youth desk to pick up our newest Breakout Box and unravel the clues by yourself or with friends. This time: Congratulations! You have been invited to a FREE movie night to learn about Pangaea and how the Earth’s plates split! But, wait. There’s a catch. When you Read more
Dino Stomp & Roar Outdoor Activity Walk
Follow the signs around the library building and move like a dinosaur!
Daily and ongoing programs for adults:
Book Display: For the month of August, check out books and materials about Essex Junction history. This display is inspired by the Brownell Library's 100th anniversary! Visit the KCR display! In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Brownell Library, the Essex Community Historical Society will have on display pictures Read more
Estimation Jar
Estimate the amount of candy rocks in the jar and win the contents! Winners will be called after Aug. 30th.
STEM Challenge: Chomp Saw Dinos
Build your own cardboard dinosaur using the library’s chomp saw, a template will be provided, or you can design your own 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 to all Read more
Monday, August 3, 2026
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August 3, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
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August 3, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
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August 3, 2026 -VT Astronomical Society
Tech Help with Clif
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Tech Help with Clif
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
VT Astronomical Society
Free and Open to the Public In-person and via Zoom Ask for the Zoom link from paulwaav@together.net or theresamarie11@GMAIL.COM VAS Members will be emailed the Zoom link The in-person will be at the Brownell Library on 2A near 5-Corners in Essex Junction. If you attend via Zoom please get on-line before 7:30. If you don't have Zoom Read more
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
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August 4, 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, August 5, 2026
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August 5, 2026 -A Visit to Public Works
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August 5, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
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August 5, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
A Visit to Public Works
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.
Tech Help with Clif
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Tech Help with Clif
Offering one on one technology help. Reservation required. Please call 802-878-6955 at least 48 hours in advance.
Thursday, August 6, 2026
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August 6, 2026 -Dino-Mite Story Time
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August 6, 2026 -Teen Summer Party!
Teen Summer Party!
It’s time to celebrate! Teens are invited to join us for an after-hours party at Brownell Library. We will be playing hide and seek in the stacks, eating snacks, and finding out who will win the teen summer reading raffle prizes! Looking for a chance to win? Registered teens can Read more
Friday, August 7, 2026
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August 7, 2026 -Music Time
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August 7, 2026 -Summer Celebration with No Strings Marionette Company
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August 7, 2026 -Celebrate Erna’s 20 year career!
Summer Celebration with No Strings Marionette Company
Celebrate this summer's accomplishments with the ever amazing No Strings Marionette Company in the Main Reading Room. Then stay to celebrate Erna's 20 year career as an assistant youth librarian with refreshments.
Celebrate Erna’s 20 year career!
Celebrate Erna's 20 year career as an assistant youth librarian and her upcoming retirement. Light refreshments snacks and refreshments available.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, August 9, 2026
No events on this day.