Brownell Library

Library Closed
2026-02-16, 2025-12-31 - 2026-01-01, 2025-12-24 - 2025-12-26, 2025-11-27 - 2025-11-28

Digital Brownell - Kanopy, PressReader and Speaker Consortium
2026-02-14 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)

Author Cynthia Elder discusses her book Tales of the Sea
2026-02-10 17:30 - 18:30
The historical novel Tales of the Sea reveals the inner lives of three generations from the Jenkins and Fish families of West Barnstable, Massachusetts, during the final chapter of the Great Age of Sail and the tumultuous years leading up to and through the Civil War. Through their own words, Tales of the Sea elevates the voices of men and women who braved years-long sailing voyages aboard great wooden ships. The plot intersects with the stories of soldiers and enslaved people as the United States split apart at the seams.

Knitting Group
2026-02-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-29 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-08 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-01 13:00 - 14:00

Introduction to Embroidery
2026-02-07 10:30 - 12:30

Library Closed Due to Storm
2026-01-26

Game Night
2026-01-20 17:30 - 18:30
Games will be set up around the library – so stop by, play a game and have a snack on a nice, fall evening!

All About Streaming
2026-01-13 17:30 - 18:30
Always wanted to stop using cable but didn’t know where to start? Do you stream now, but want to learn more about what’s available? Join us for an overview of how to get started and what’s available in the ever changing landscape of streaming.

Sashiko Embroidery Class - Registration Required
2026-01-10 10:30 - 12:30
Learn the Japanese art of sashiko embroidery with Karen Katin, owner of The Stitchery in Portsmouth. Participants will use this traditional Japanese sewing technique to make a coaster. Create a lovely handmade item for yourself or to give as a gift. All supplies are provided for this free program. Registration is required as space is limited.

Kids of all ages…Come Meet Tilly the Service Dog!
2026-01-10 10:30 - 11:30

Tech Help
2025-12-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-26 13:00 - 16:00

Little Compton Writing Circle
2025-12-16 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-12-02 17:30 - 18:30

Baby and Toddler Playtime!
2025-12-10 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-03 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-11-26 10:30 - 12:00

Gatsby's Rival book talk with Richard Guimond
2025-12-06 13:00 - 14:00
In 2025, we mark the 125th Anniversary of Prohibition, and to celebrate, the Brownell Library in Little Compton is pleased to host Tiverton author Richard Guimond. Richard will share the inspiration behind his Prohibition-era novel, Gatsby’s Rival, and dive into the fascinating history that inspired the story. – He doesn’t want a stipend. He may need a projector/screen – In April he was going to do a powerpoint.
Join us on Dec. 6th at 1 PM for this special author event. Bring your questions, curiosity, and passion for historical fiction, and learn about the daring gang that challenged the legendary Jay Gatsby.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the untold story of the Prohibition era!

Library will close at 4 PM
2025-12-04 16:00 - 17:00

Bridging the Partisan Divide with Braver Angels
2025-11-22 13:00 - 14:00
Braver Angels’ mission is to “Bring Americans together to bridge the partisan divide and strengthen our democratic republic.” Please join us on Sat., Nov. 22nd at 1 pm and learn about Braver Angels and what they are doing to Bring Americans together.
