Announcements for Labor Day 2024
In observance of Labor Day, all Town offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, with the exception of emergency services. Parking is free at all metered spaces and in the pay-and-display lots on Sunday, September 1, and Monday, September 2. All other violations will be enforced. Brooks Memorial Library will be closed on Sunday, September 1 and Monday, September 2. Trash, recycling and composting WILL NOT be picked up on Monday, September 2, 2024. All curbside collections will be delayed by one day all week.
Town Offices Closed on Fourth of July
In observance of the July 4th holiday, all Town offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, with the exception of emergency services.
Library Closing Early on June 20 for Network Upgrade
Brooks Memorial Library will be closing at 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 20.
Heat Advisory Starting June 18, 2024
The National Weather Service is predicting temperatures in the upper 90s and a heat index over 100.
Library's Summer Reading Program Launches June 17
Earn points. Win prizes. Have fun! The Summer Reading Program is happening June 17 through August 3.
Presentations on the Farm & Food System, Sustainability
Learn about sustainability efforts throughout town and the farm/food system this April.
Solar Eclipse Safety Tips
The Brattleboro Fire Department is reminding the public to stay safe during the solar eclipse, which is expected to happen on Monday, April 8 from approximately 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Free Creative Writing Workshop on April 2
Open to all levels of writing experience, ages 14 and up. Please register in advance by sending an email or in person at the library.
Presidents' Day Closures 2024
In observance of Presidents’ Day, all Brattleboro Town offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024.
2024 Brattleboro Winter Carnival
The Winter Carnival returns February 17-25 and includes includes events at Living Memorial Park, the Gibson-Aiken Center, and Brooks Memorial Library!
Town Offices Closed on MLK Day
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all Brattleboro Town offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024, with the exception of emergency services.
Winter Holiday Closures 2023-24
Brattleboro Town offices will close at 12 p.m. on Dec. 22, 2023. Town offices will be closed all day on Dec. 25, 2023 and Jan. 1, 2024.
Read Brooks Memorial Library's Strategic Plan
Read the Strategic Plan Brooks Memorial Library contains multitudes! Whether you're in search of your next great read or a waffle iron, Brooks has you covered. In its recently publish strategic plan, you can learn how Brattleboro's local library The Library’s Strategic Planning Committee works closely with the community to plan for responsive services and resources. Information on the committee’s work is available on the Board of Trustees Agendas and Minutes page. Here are details on the library’s priorities and services for the next few years.
Friends' Book Sale – Nov. 24 & 25
The Friends of the Library’s Annual Book Sale will begin on Friday, November 24 and Saturday, November 25.
Thanksgiving Closures 2023
In Observance of Thanksgiving all Town Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 23, 2023, and Friday, November 24, 2023, with the exception of emergency services.
Summer Program at Brooks Memorial Library Launches June 26
This year’s summer program, "All Together Now," has something for everyone with activities and events for children, teens and adults! The program begins on June 26 at Brooks Memorial Library.