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There is always something interesting going on in the three villages of Essex! All of our members are encouraged to add information about their upcoming events here, where visitors can find them either in the calendar view below, or the list view further down the page.
October 2026
28
October
Essex Board of Trade Community Raffle - Ticket Purchases
All Day Event
NEW! Introducing the Essex Board of Trade Community Raffle! For just $10, you’ll have 30 chances to win wonderful prizes generously donated by local Essex-area businesses and organizations throughout November. Your participation supports the Essex Board of Trade and t...
28
October
Baby Playtime (Birth - Age 2)
10:00 am - 11:00 am Essex Library Association
Program designed for caregivers and their child, age birth – 2.
Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to prac...
Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to prac...
28
October
Gallery - Art Journaling Collage Techniques
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Spectrum Art Gallery/Arts Center Killingworth
In this 4-week journey explore collage from medium to process. Learn to transform the physical appearance of printed, vintage and specialty papers. Each journal page will showcase a medium, reconstructed paper and mini-collages of your design. Learn to des...
29
October
Pink Aid
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm JMcLaughlin
Sip & Shop at J.McLaughlin to raise funds for Pink Aid - the only national organization providing Compassionate Support and Rapid Emergency Financial Assistance to patients in treatment, supporting families during this critical time.
29
October
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, a reading with Michael Langlois at Essex Library
6:30 pm Essex Library Association
Be transported to colonial New York through the words of Washington Irving’s spine-tingling tale. Follow Connecticut school teacher Ichabod Crane as he becomes the target of a ghostly apparition: the famed Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow. As the night darkens, and ...
30
October
Little Learners Story Time: Halloween! (Ages 2-5)
10:00 am - 11:00 am Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages 2-5.
Join the Essex Library’s Children’s Librarian for a story time celebrating all things spooky, featuring themed books, songs, and a spooky craft! Children are encouraged to dress in their Halloween costumes.
Join us for themed ...
Join the Essex Library’s Children’s Librarian for a story time celebrating all things spooky, featuring themed books, songs, and a spooky craft! Children are encouraged to dress in their Halloween costumes.
Join us for themed ...
31
October
Trick or Treat at the Essex Library (All Ages)
9:00 am - 4:00 pm Essex Library Association
Program for kids of all ages.
Come to the library in costume, say the magic words, and get a special treat (one per kiddo, please!)
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
No registration is required, drop in!
Come to the library in costume, say the magic words, and get a special treat (one per kiddo, please!)
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
No registration is required, drop in!
31
October
March with Essex Library in the Essex Halloween Parade! (All Ages)
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Essex Post Office
Program for kids of all ages.
We’ve got a banner, you’ve got some costumes, and we’re ready to join in on the fun! March with the Essex Library in the annual Essex Halloween Parade!
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
We will...
We’ve got a banner, you’ve got some costumes, and we’re ready to join in on the fun! March with the Essex Library in the annual Essex Halloween Parade!
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
We will...
November 2026
01
November
Delving Into Pastels
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Spectrum Art Gallery/Arts Center Killingworth
Working in this medium is so exciting-it’s a forgiving one! You can blend, add value, and erase! Dig in for detail or be free according to your style. We will be wo...
02
November
Hatha Yoga at Essex Library
10:00 am Essex Library Association
Join us at Essex Library for a 2-part Hatha yoga series, led by Lisa Sanders. Hatha yoga is a branch of yoga that uses physical techniques such as breathwork and mindful yoga movements for balance, strength and stability. Lisa also incorporates yoga philosophy, singing ...
03
November
Reclaiming Your Inner Wisdom: Sacred Indigenous Teachings with Asha Frost (Virtual Author Talk)
2:00 pm Essex Library Association
In a fast-paced world that often leaves us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected, true healing does not come from looking outward—it begins within. Join us for a transformative virtual conversation with Indigenous Medicine Woman Asha Frost as she explores her groundbre...
04
November
Sensory Playtime (Birth - Age 4)
10:00 am - 11:00 am Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages birth-4 and their caregivers.
Join us for a hands-on, child-led play session designed to engage the senses! Sensory Playtime encourages exploration, creativity, and early learning through touch, sound, and movement. Kids are invited to mo...
Join us for a hands-on, child-led play session designed to engage the senses! Sensory Playtime encourages exploration, creativity, and early learning through touch, sound, and movement. Kids are invited to mo...
Essex Board of Trade Community Raffle – Ticket Purchases
All Day Event
NEW! Introducing the Essex Board of Trade Community Raffle! For just $10, you’ll have 30 chances to win wonderful prizes generously donated by local Essex-area businesses and organizations throughout November. Your participation supports the Essex Board of Trade and t...
Baby Playtime (Birth – Age 2)
10:00 am - 11:00 am Essex Library Association
Program designed for caregivers and their child, age birth – 2.
Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to prac...
Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to prac...
Gallery – Art Journaling Collage Techniques
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Spectrum Art Gallery/Arts Center Killingworth
In this 4-week journey explore collage from medium to process. Learn to transform the physical appearance of printed, vintage and specialty papers. Each journal page will showcase a medium, reconstructed paper and mini-collages of your design. Learn to des...
Pink Aid
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm JMcLaughlin
Sip & Shop at J.McLaughlin to raise funds for Pink Aid - the only national organization providing Compassionate Support and Rapid Emergency Financial Assistance to patients in treatment, supporting families during this critical time.
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, a reading with Michael Langlois at Essex Library
6:30 pm Essex Library Association
Be transported to colonial New York through the words of Washington Irving’s spine-tingling tale. Follow Connecticut school teacher Ichabod Crane as he becomes the target of a ghostly apparition: the famed Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow. As the night darkens, and ...
Little Learners Story Time: Halloween! (Ages 2-5)
10:00 am - 11:00 am Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages 2-5.
Join the Essex Library’s Children’s Librarian for a story time celebrating all things spooky, featuring themed books, songs, and a spooky craft! Children are encouraged to dress in their Halloween costumes.
Join us for themed ...
Join the Essex Library’s Children’s Librarian for a story time celebrating all things spooky, featuring themed books, songs, and a spooky craft! Children are encouraged to dress in their Halloween costumes.
Join us for themed ...
Trick or Treat at the Essex Library (All Ages)
9:00 am - 4:00 pm Essex Library Association
Program for kids of all ages.
Come to the library in costume, say the magic words, and get a special treat (one per kiddo, please!)
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
No registration is required, drop in!
Come to the library in costume, say the magic words, and get a special treat (one per kiddo, please!)
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
No registration is required, drop in!
March with Essex Library in the Essex Halloween Parade! (All Ages)
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Essex Post Office
Program for kids of all ages.
We’ve got a banner, you’ve got some costumes, and we’re ready to join in on the fun! March with the Essex Library in the annual Essex Halloween Parade!
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
We will...
We’ve got a banner, you’ve got some costumes, and we’re ready to join in on the fun! March with the Essex Library in the annual Essex Halloween Parade!
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
We will...
Delving Into Pastels
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Spectrum Art Gallery/Arts Center Killingworth
Working in this medium is so exciting-it’s a forgiving one! You can blend, add value, and erase! Dig in for detail or be free according to your style. We will be wo...
Hatha Yoga at Essex Library
10:00 am Essex Library Association
Join us at Essex Library for a 2-part Hatha yoga series, led by Lisa Sanders. Hatha yoga is a branch of yoga that uses physical techniques such as breathwork and mindful yoga movements for balance, strength and stability. Lisa also incorporates yoga philosophy, singing ...
Reclaiming Your Inner Wisdom: Sacred Indigenous Teachings with Asha Frost (Virtual Author Talk)
2:00 pm Essex Library Association
In a fast-paced world that often leaves us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected, true healing does not come from looking outward—it begins within. Join us for a transformative virtual conversation with Indigenous Medicine Woman Asha Frost as she explores her groundbre...
Sensory Playtime (Birth – Age 4)
10:00 am - 11:00 am Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages birth-4 and their caregivers.
Join us for a hands-on, child-led play session designed to engage the senses! Sensory Playtime encourages exploration, creativity, and early learning through touch, sound, and movement. Kids are invited to mo...
Join us for a hands-on, child-led play session designed to engage the senses! Sensory Playtime encourages exploration, creativity, and early learning through touch, sound, and movement. Kids are invited to mo...