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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.
August 2026
01
August
Essex Board of Trade's 2nd Annual Photo Contest!
All Day Event
In celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, the Essex Board of Trade invites photographers of all ages to capture the people, places, traditions, and moments that make Essex, Centerbrook, and Ivoryton uniquely American.
Theme: The Essex Experience America 250
P...
Theme: The Essex Experience America 250
P...
10
August
The SummerSings Series
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm First Church of Christ
Since 1991 the annual program of SummerSings, co-sponsored by Con Brio and Cappella Cantorum, has provided an opportunity to enjoy choral works without the pressure of preparing for performance. It offers the ex...
11
August
Play in the Sand Day
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Ivoryton Library Association
Join the Ivoryton Library to celebrate Play in the Sand Day! We will use sand to make crafts, create art, and enjoy all things sand!
11
August
Plant the Seed Learning Series: Geocache Adventure (Ages 5-18)
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm The Millrace
Program open to families with children and teens ages 5+.
The Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed, Read!” Each week, join Essex Library for a hands-on workshop where we’ll explore a different hobby, skill, or craft.
Our last sess...
The Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed, Read!” Each week, join Essex Library for a hands-on workshop where we’ll explore a different hobby, skill, or craft.
Our last sess...
12
August
World Elephant Day
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Ivoryton Library Association
Join the Ivoryton Library to celebrate World Elephant Day by making crafts all about these majestic creatures!
12
August
Plant a Seed, Read! Family Movie Series
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Essex Library Association
The Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed, Read!” Beat the afternoon heat, soak up the air conditioning, and join us for family-friendly movies that connect us with food, farms, & nature. Popcorn provided.
See More…
See More…
12
August
Essex Park & Recreation 2026 Summer Concert Series: Local Honey
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Ivoryton Green
Essex Park & Recreation is pleased to announce the return of the Essex Summer Concert Series, a beloved community tradition featuring free, live outdoor music on Wednesday evenings throughout th...
13
August
Storytime w/ Sugar!
9:30 am Ivoryton Library Association
Join the Ivoryton Library for a special Storytime with Sugar the therapy dog!
13
August
Meditation & Mindfulness Series: Meditation 101
5:30 pm Essex Library Association
Join us at Essex Library for a 3-part meditation and mindfulness series with Caryl Horner. Each class provides a combination of instructional content and experiential practice in meditation & mindfulness. Breath work, voice and walking meditations and a simple sound...
14
August
Food Group: The Bad Seed (Ages 4-12)
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Essex Library Association
Program designed around The Food Group book series by Jory John, written for an audience age 4-8. Kids ages 4-12 are welcome to join!
Today we will be reading The Bad Seed! This is a book about a bad seed. A baaaaaaaaaad seed. How bad? Do you...
Today we will be reading The Bad Seed! This is a book about a bad seed. A baaaaaaaaaad seed. How bad? Do you...
14
August
EAA Elected Artists Show Opening Reception & Silent Auction
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Essex Art Association
Please join us for the EAA Elected Artists Show Opening Reception on Friday, August 14th at 6 pm, with a new special feature: the 80 for 80 silent auction, as we celebrate our 80th year!
The show dates are August 7th thru the 30th. Gallery hours are 1 to 5 pm, Wedn...
The show dates are August 7th thru the 30th. Gallery hours are 1 to 5 pm, Wedn...
16
August
Broom-Making Workshop
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Pratt House Barn
Join artisan broom-maker Brenda Vynalek for a hands-on workshop teaching and exploring the heritage craft of hand-tied brooms. Join us for an immersive, learning experience where you will leave the workshop with your very own hand-tied whisk broom! Unde...
Essex Board of Trade’s 2nd Annual Photo Contest!
All Day Event
In celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, the Essex Board of Trade invites photographers of all ages to capture the people, places, traditions, and moments that make Essex, Centerbrook, and Ivoryton uniquely American.
Theme: The Essex Experience America 250
P...
Theme: The Essex Experience America 250
P...
The SummerSings Series
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm First Church of Christ
Since 1991 the annual program of SummerSings, co-sponsored by Con Brio and Cappella Cantorum, has provided an opportunity to enjoy choral works without the pressure of preparing for performance. It offers the ex...
Play in the Sand Day
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Ivoryton Library Association
Join the Ivoryton Library to celebrate Play in the Sand Day! We will use sand to make crafts, create art, and enjoy all things sand!
Plant the Seed Learning Series: Geocache Adventure (Ages 5-18)
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm The Millrace
Program open to families with children and teens ages 5+.
The Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed, Read!” Each week, join Essex Library for a hands-on workshop where we’ll explore a different hobby, skill, or craft.
Our last sess...
The Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed, Read!” Each week, join Essex Library for a hands-on workshop where we’ll explore a different hobby, skill, or craft.
Our last sess...
World Elephant Day
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Ivoryton Library Association
Join the Ivoryton Library to celebrate World Elephant Day by making crafts all about these majestic creatures!
Plant a Seed, Read! Family Movie Series
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Essex Library Association
The Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed, Read!” Beat the afternoon heat, soak up the air conditioning, and join us for family-friendly movies that connect us with food, farms, & nature. Popcorn provided.
See More…
See More…
Essex Park & Recreation 2026 Summer Concert Series: Local Honey
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Ivoryton Green
Essex Park & Recreation is pleased to announce the return of the Essex Summer Concert Series, a beloved community tradition featuring free, live outdoor music on Wednesday evenings throughout th...
Storytime w/ Sugar!
9:30 am Ivoryton Library Association
Join the Ivoryton Library for a special Storytime with Sugar the therapy dog!
Meditation & Mindfulness Series: Meditation 101
5:30 pm Essex Library Association
Join us at Essex Library for a 3-part meditation and mindfulness series with Caryl Horner. Each class provides a combination of instructional content and experiential practice in meditation & mindfulness. Breath work, voice and walking meditations and a simple sound...
Food Group: The Bad Seed (Ages 4-12)
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Essex Library Association
Program designed around The Food Group book series by Jory John, written for an audience age 4-8. Kids ages 4-12 are welcome to join!
Today we will be reading The Bad Seed! This is a book about a bad seed. A baaaaaaaaaad seed. How bad? Do you...
Today we will be reading The Bad Seed! This is a book about a bad seed. A baaaaaaaaaad seed. How bad? Do you...
EAA Elected Artists Show Opening Reception & Silent Auction
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Essex Art Association
Please join us for the EAA Elected Artists Show Opening Reception on Friday, August 14th at 6 pm, with a new special feature: the 80 for 80 silent auction, as we celebrate our 80th year!
The show dates are August 7th thru the 30th. Gallery hours are 1 to 5 pm, Wedn...
The show dates are August 7th thru the 30th. Gallery hours are 1 to 5 pm, Wedn...
Broom-Making Workshop
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Pratt House Barn
Join artisan broom-maker Brenda Vynalek for a hands-on workshop teaching and exploring the heritage craft of hand-tied brooms. Join us for an immersive, learning experience where you will leave the workshop with your very own hand-tied whisk broom! Unde...