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.
Teddy Bear Sleepover Drop-Off
Drop off your stuffed animal friend from 9-4 to stay overnight at the library! Pick them up the following morning at Teddy Bear Story Time. This program is open to all ages.
Dinolympics!
Dinolympics! A fun, dinosaur-themed event with games, activities and crafts inspired by prehistoric eras. For ages 6-11.
Springtime Potluck
Join the Brownell Library for a potluck! Please bring a dish to share.
Art Reception – Essex Art League
The Essex Art League (EAL) was created in 1972 by a group of artists and art lovers. They meet monthly from September to June and welcome anyone to join them for community and learning. Annual membership includes hands-on activities, artist presentations, weekly en plein air, group exhibitions and more. For more Read more
Repair Cafe
What do you do with a broken toaster, a rusted bike chain or a sweater that’s wearing thin? Toss it? No way! Help reduce waste and save money by bringing it to Brownell Library’s Repair Café where volunteer repair experts will be available to help guide you in making repairs for Read more
Sustainable Libraries Initiative Celebration
Brownell Library is working towards Sustainable Library Initiative certification. Assistant Youth Librarian, Erna, will give an overview of how far we have come and we will celebrate with a treat. Participants will receive a free copy of The Light Pirate, available while supplies last.
VINS! Birds are Dinosaurs!
VINS – Vermont Institute of Natural Science presents Birds Are Dinosaurs! Meet live birds of prey up close as VINS shares fascinating facts about wildlife, conservation, and the natural world. Find out what 65 million years of evolution turned the dinosaurs into–birds! Celebrating “Unearth a Story” at your local library, VINS Read more
Summer Reading Program Kick Off with Dinoman!
Kick off the Summer Reading Program with Dinoman’s high-energy, prehistoric adventure—packed with science, stories, and dinosaurs! The Summer reading program theme is Unearth a Story and will be filled with dinosaur themed events! In the Main Reading Room.
Artist’s Reception – Moments by Kate
Meet Brownell’s featured artist, Kate Paquette. Katie grew up in Essex, Vermont and has a background in social work. In 2017, she started her own business called “Moments by Kate,” and earned her masters in photography in 2025. Stop by the library on March 11th from 5:30-7:30 to meet Kate, enjoy Read more