Overdrive Walk in Lab
One-on-one assistance is available to users of the eBranch2Go Overdrive service on Thursdays from 2:30pm to 3:30pm and on Saturdays from 12 to 2pm . Bring your library card, your portable device and connecting cables to practice checking out, downloading and transferring books to your portable device under the supervision of trained staff. Held in the Bibliotopia area in the Vintage Library Basement at the Library. No registration is needed.

MARKET STREET MATINEES PRESENTS:
Modern Love

Market Street Matinees at the James V. Brown Library celebrates romance in February with four tales guaranteed to warm your heart. Enjoy classic comedy every Tuesday at 2:00 pm in February.
Matinees are free and open to the public and show in the Lowry Theatre on the third floor of the Welch Wing. Bring a lunch or pick up snacks from our vending machines. For more information on specific movies call 326-0536, sign up for our weekly email newsletter or stop in the library and pick up a flyer.

Teen Night at the Library
Friday, February 24
6 to 8 pm
Held the last Friday of
every month for ages 12- 17
Lowry Room – Welch Chidren’s Wing


  • Wednesday, February 22, 6:30pm • Lowry Room, Third Floor, Welch Children’s Wing
    Rider Park: An area preserved for people to enjoy nature
    Tom Schmick, Rider Park Manager, will show us the natural beauty of Rider Park as he discusses its history, geography, recreational activities, the trail system, facilities and improvements. Fred Stiner of Lycoming Audubon Society will discuss the progress and success of the Park’s bluebird trail.
    Door prizes: a Rider Park t-shirt and hat.In 2012, the Lycoming Audubon Society will offer its monthly programs at the Brown Library. These are free and open to the public, with no registration required. Come to learn more about the PA Wilds with us!
  • Saturdays, 2-3:30pm, Teens Maximum Ride Book Discussion • Think Tank Cafe (Teen Area)
    Program Dates- February 25, March 24, April 14
    The Lycoming College English Society will hold book discussions for teens in grades 7 to 12. A copy of the book will be provided. It is requested that you attend all sessions, but it is not required. Each discussion session will cover different chapters. More Information | Register Here
  • Friday, March 2, noon lunch, 12:30 program • Lowry Room, Third Floor, Welch Children’s Wing
    First Friday – Friends of the Library Book Review Luncheon
    Dr. Keith N. Shenberger, will share his thoughts about A Long, Long Way by Sebastian Barry.  It is the story of a young Irish man who fought in the trenches for the British in WWI. 12:30 until 1:00 for the program alone. See the Friends of the Library News page for more information.
  • Friday, March 2, 6 to 8pm • Rotunda Room • Main Library
    First Friday – Performance by Stained Grass Window 

    First Friday in March features the return of bluegrass with Stained Grass Window.
    Celebrating their 19th year performing, Stained Grass Window has performed at numerous festivals and events throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, as well as recording a number of CDs. This locally-based bluegrass group draws its music from a wide variety of sources including traditional bluegrass, gospel, jazz, and other genres. Bringing solid musicianship, energy and light-hearted humor to the stage, Stained Grass Window’s goal is to offer a good time while the audience sits back and enjoys the show.
    Stained Grass Window will be performing in the Rotunda Room, just inside the front vestibule of the Fourth Street entrance, easily accessible from the street. Stop in and check out the show as you explore downtown Williamsport.  For more information call the library at 326-0536. Like Stained Grass Window on Facebook and keep up with the latest news.

  • Wednesday, March 7 • 6pm -7pm • Small Meeting Room • Third floor, Welch Wing
    The College Admissions Process: What You Need to Know
    The James V. Brown Library and Bonner Educational Consultants invite area high school students and their parents to a free college preparation workshop. “The College Admissions Process: What You Need to Know” will include information on beginning the college admissions process, financial aid, what colleges are looking for in applicants and other college planning resources.Registration is limited. Students may register online or by calling 570-326-0536 or emailing snewcomer@jvbrown.edu.Bonner Educational Consultants offers college guidance and planning services in the Williamsport area. Bonner Educational Consultants offer individual consulting, focused college workshops and comprehensive admissions guidance to help families make decisions about college education and career outcomes for their child or young adult. For more information and to hear about more upcoming workshops, visit www.bonneredu.com, email info@bonneredu.com or call (570) 506-4892.
  • Monday, March 19, 4pm to 5:30pm • Winter’s Room, Main Library
    The Poetry Forum
    The Poetry Forum is a chance for anyone and everyone to read, discuss, explore or just listen to poetry in a relaxing setting. No level of expertise is required, only an interest in and a desire to share and enjoy new and favorite poems and poets with others. Poem of the Month | (+) more Poetry Forum information
  • Thursday, March 22 • 6pm • Lowry Room • Third floor, Welch Wing
    eBook EXPO
    If you are now an owner of an ebook reader then attend our eBook demonstration and learn how to download ebooks from eBranch2Go – our ebook and audiobook web site. Save hundreds of dollars this year downloading our e and audio books. Get all your ebook questions answered. No registration necessary.
  • Friends of the Brown Library Spring Book Sale
    Pine Street United Methodist Church, 441 Pine Street, Williamsport
    April 19 -Thursday  preview night – from 5 PM until 9 PM. For Friends’ Members to take advantage of early selections. Memberships will be sold at the door for any who would like to join the Friends to participate in the pre-sale
    April 20 -Friday, 9 AM until 7 PM – Public hours
    April 21 – Saturday, April  21, from 9 AM until 3 PM -Public hours