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SUMMARY:Essex Board of Trade Community Raffle - Ticket Purchases
DESCRIPTION: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 the vibrant business community we’re proud to represent. \nClick HERE to purchase tickets.  Tickets are available from October 1 through October 28. \nFor rules and details\, click HERE.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/essex-board-of-trade-community-raffle-ticket-purchases/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:The Witness Stones Project - Thomas Sobuck
DESCRIPTION:The Witness Stones Project\, a program of Historic New England\, seeks to recognize and remember enslaved people who helped build our communities. St. John’s Episcopal Church in Essex has placed two Witness Stones in honor of people enslaved by members of our congregation. \nOn October 11\, 2026\, at 11:45 a.m.\, the St. John’s Speaker Series will tell the story of Thomas Sobuck\, a young man from the Nehantic tribe who was indentured to a founding member of the First Episcopal Society of Saybrook as the church was then known since Essex was not incorporated until the mid-1800s. Records reveal that Sobuck’s wages from his work aboard the Brig Ann were directed to Charles Williams\, a founder of this congregation. This vessel was owned by another member of this congregation\, Noah Scovell. \nThe public is invited to learn more\, to hear Thomas Sobuck’s story\, and attend the placing a Witness Stone in his honor in the St. John’s Meditation Garden. Members of the Nehantic community will be present to tell their story and to give thanks for the life of their ancestor. \nSt. John’s is located on Main Street in Essex at the corner of Cross Street\, directly across from the Essex Town Park. \nFor information\, contact the church at 860-767-8095 or admin@stjohnsessex.org.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/the-witness-stones-project-thomas-sobuck/
LOCATION:St. John’s Episcopal Church\, 3 Cross St\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Focus on Fall Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store presents its annual Focus on Fall exhibition\, which opened on September 18 and will continue through Saturday\, November 7. The annual autumn exhibit brings together fine art and handcrafted work inspired by the colors\, textures\, atmosphere\, and natural transformations of the fall in New England. \nThrough painting\, mixed media\, photography\, sculpture\, fine craft\, and seasonal artisan pieces\, artists explore autumn’s changing foliage\, landscapes\, light\, weather\, wildlife\, and harvest imagery—from brilliant color and abundance to the quieter transition toward winter. \nThe gallery offers an ideal introduction to the exhibition for longtime collectors\, visitors searching for an original seasonal piece or gift\, and those who want to experience art reflecting the landscape and atmosphere of the fall season. \nAs always\, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery\, glass\, fiber\, home décor\, jewelry\, clothing\, and accessories\, as well as children’s books and toys. \nSpectrum Art Gallery is located at 61 Main St.\, Centerbrook\, Connecticut. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday\, noon to 6 p.m.\, and Sunday\, noon to 5 p.m. \nFor more information about gallery exhibits\, and classes and workshops for adults\, teens\, and children\, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. \nFollow Spectrum on social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery\, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery\, x.com/spectrum_ct\, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/focus-on-fall-art-show/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:Spectrum Art Gallery/Arts Center Killingworth\, 61 Main Street\, Centerbrook\, CT\, 06409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Events
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SUMMARY:Art Journaling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This is a workshop that will guide you to create your private journal and explore a variety of creative expressions. Everything goes in this workshop–use different mediums and text to create intentions\, dreams\, fantasy landscapes\, travel\, and more.  This is a time to break boundaries! See where your imagination takes you.  Demos given by the instructor. Material list available upon registration. \nBorn in New York city to artist parents\, Lisa Arnold has been involved in art most of her life. Her interests have been wide as she has explored many venues in the art world. From being an illustrator\, to working in advertising agencies ( which she hated)\, she went on to be a creative coordinator at conde Nast Publications. She currently is an art instructor at the Silvermine School of Art and the Guilford Art Center.   Based in Connecticut\, she now spends much of her time “painting”in pastels and watercolor. She exhibits her work throughout new England.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/art-journaling-workshop/
LOCATION:Spectrum Art Gallery/Arts Center Killingworth\, 61 Main Street\, Centerbrook\, CT\, 06409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Events
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SUMMARY:Scarecrow Contest sponsored by The Essex Board of Trade
DESCRIPTION:The Essex Scarecrow Contest and FestiFall have become a much-loved community tradition\, bringing creativity\, fun\, and local spirit to the Main Streets of Centerbrook\, Essex\, and Ivoryton each fall!\n\n\nEvery year\, residents\, businesses\, and organizations design and build scarecrows to display on lamp posts throughout town. The scarecrows will be on display all October\, so stroll the streets\, snap photos\, and share your favorites!\n\n\n\n\nVoting to start online on Saturday\, October 3rd at https://essexct.com/scarecrow-contest-2026/\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email ebotpresident@gmail.com
URL:https://essexct.com/event/scarecrow-contest-sponsored-by-the-essex-board-of-trade/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:Essex Village
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