Week of Events
Daily, Ongoing Programs for Adults
Book Display: September is both Emergency Preparedness and Banned Books month! Check out books on both of these topics at the library! 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: Marble Run Mayhem
Using nothing but index cards, tape, and a little engineering know-how, build a maze that guides a marble from start to finish 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 Read more
Scavenger Hunt: Give a cow a cookie
This Scavenger Hunt is Inspired by The Cow Loves Cookies, pick up a scavenger hunt sheet at the youth desk and search the youth area for eight hungry farm friends.
Breakout Box: Seasonal Sabotage
Stop by the youth desk to pick up our newest Breakout Box and unravel the clues by yourself or with friends. This time: Dr. Axis has created a machine that can manipulate the seasons. It is too hot for him outside and thus has created a snowstorm! Now the machine […]
Monday, September 14, 2026
-
September 14, 2026 -Homeschool Game Club
-
September 14, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
-
September 14, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
-
September 14, 2026 -Vermont Astronomical Society
Homeschool Game Club
Homeschool students ages 11+ are invited to a monthly meetup for games at the library! Enjoy a mix of card and board games while meeting other homeschoolers in a relaxed, social setting. All experience levels welcome—learn new games or bring your favorites to share.
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.
Vermont 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, September 15, 2026
-
September 15, 2026 -Current Events
-
September 15, 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
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, September 16, 2026
-
September 16, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
-
September 16, 2026 -Tech Help with Clif
-
September 16, 2026 -Goodness, Gracious, Guacamole!
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.
Goodness, Gracious, Guacamole!
Come celebrate National Guacamole Day at the library! We'll be whipping up batches of this tasty spread after school. This program is for teens in grade 6 and up.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, September 18, 2026
-
September 18, 2026 -Spanish Toddler Storytime
Spanish Toddler Storytime
Hola amigos! Bring your toddlers to listen to stories and learn some Spanish words.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
-
September 19, 2026 -Baby Brunch
Baby Brunch
Did you welcome a new baby into your home this past year and a half? Then you are invited to come to the library, enjoy some food, meet other babies and their caregivers, find out more about 1000 Books Before Kindergarten and receive a free board book. In the picture Read more
Sunday, September 20, 2026
No events on this day.