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Join us for a magical week of arts, crafts, and storytelling along the Connecticut River! This immersive camp invites imaginative explorers to discover the rich history and natural beauty of the River while igniting their creativity and curiosity. Highlights include creating River-inspired paintings, embarking on nature walks, uncovering the myths and legends of the River, crafting original stories, and voyage out on the River boat rides on Onrust and RiverQuest. Camp runs daily, from 9 am to 3 pm. Camp is open to adventurers aged 6-11. Questions? Email our Camp Director, Lauren Bennett-Dionne lbdionne@ctrivermuseum.org. Non-Members: $385 Members: $347

Swing by the Connecticut River Museum for take-home craft activities that engage kids with the Connecticut River’s stunning wildlife and rich history! Crafts will take place in the Museum’s Boathouse. A program just for kids 4+ and their caregivers, River Tales includes a story and craft activity themed around nature.  Non-members: $3 per learner, Members: FREE! As rain starts to fall, Isaac empties his little jar of water into a pool. Water races the sparkling streams as they tumble over waterfalls, rush through swollen rivers and burst out into the vast open sea. In June, we’ll read The Rhythm of the Rain, a picture book from Greenaway medal-winner, Grahame Baker-Smith that celebrates the water cycle and captures the remarkable movement of water across the earth in all its majesty. Questions? Email astromberger@ctrivermuseum.org. The Connecticut River Museum may photograph this event. By participating, you agree to allow photos to be posted on the Connecticut River Museum’s website, Facebook page, Instagram feed, and other media.

Program for families with kids of all ages. See movie titles and descriptions for ratings. Celebrate the Summer Reading theme of “Level Up at Your Library” with family-friendly movies surrounding the theme based around puzzles, board games, and video games! Popcorn provided. Click here for movie title, description, and age rating. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. No registration is required.  

Program open to children of all ages and their caregivers. Bring a blanket to sit on, and a snack to enjoy, while we read books, dance around, and sing songs at the park! This program will be held at Grove Street Park, 16 Grove St, Essex, CT. In the event of rain, story time will be held at the Essex Library. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. No registration is required. In the event of rain, story time will be held at the Essex Library.

Level up your math skills over the summer! From energetic games like "Bouncy Dice Explosion" to creative challenges like "Pirate Treasure Hunt," there's something for every young mathematician. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Grade K-2 club is for kids who have just completed grades K-2. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Level up your math skills over the summer! From energetic games like "Bouncy Dice Explosion" to creative challenges like "Pirate Treasure Hunt," there's something for every young mathematician. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Grade 3-5 club is for kids who have just completed grades 3-5. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Join us at Essex Library on select Mondays in August for a 3-part meditation series led by local Meditation Coach, Caryl Horner. Meditation has proven to be a practice that helps to reduce stress and improve physical, mental and emotional health. The series, consisting of three 45-minute classes, will progressively lead participants through an introduction to the practice. Monday, August 18 “Creating Your Meditation Practice” This class will cover the benefits of regular meditation, the details on the frequency, length of time, etc. of a regular individual meditation practice, as well as a resource list on meditation. About Caryl Horner Caryl helps people learn how to meditate individually and in groups, and assists them to develop and continue this practice. She owns The Dharma Room, a meditation business in Chester. She has worked in healthcare for more than 40 years. She has a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Connecticut College and a PhD in Psychology from the University of Connecticut.

Program for families with kids of all ages. See movie titles and descriptions for ratings. Celebrate the Summer Reading theme of “Level Up at Your Library” with family-friendly movies surrounding the theme based around puzzles, board games, and video games! Popcorn provided. Click here for movie title, description, and age rating. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. No registration is required.  

Program open to children of all ages and their caregivers. Bring a blanket to sit on, and a snack to enjoy, while we read books, dance around, and sing songs at the park! This program will be held at Grove Street Park, 16 Grove St, Essex, CT. In the event of rain, story time will be held at the Essex Library. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. No registration is required. In the event of rain, story time will be held at the Essex Library.

Level up your math skills over the summer! From energetic games like "Bouncy Dice Explosion" to creative challenges like "Pirate Treasure Hunt," there's something for every young mathematician. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Grade K-2 club is for kids who have just completed grades K-2. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Level up your math skills over the summer! From energetic games like "Bouncy Dice Explosion" to creative challenges like "Pirate Treasure Hunt," there's something for every young mathematician. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Grade 3-5 club is for kids who have just completed grades 3-5. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Program open to children of all ages and their caregivers. Join the Essex Library Children’s Librarian for a fun story time at Essex Island! Bring a blanket to sit on, and a snack to enjoy, while we read books, dance around, and sing songs! Story time will take place on the lawn on Essex Island (behind Siren). Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. No registration is required. In the event of rain, story time will not be held.

Join us at Essex Library on select Mondays in August for a 3-part meditation series led by local Meditation Coach, Caryl Horner. Meditation has proven to be a practice that helps to reduce stress and improve physical, mental and emotional health. The series, consisting of three 45-minute classes, will progressively lead participants through an introduction to the practice. Monday, August 18 “Creating Your Meditation Practice” This class will cover the benefits of regular meditation, the details on the frequency, length of time, etc. of a regular individual meditation practice, as well as a resource list on meditation. About Caryl Horner Caryl helps people learn how to meditate individually and in groups, and assists them to develop and continue this practice. She owns The Dharma Room, a meditation business in Chester. She has worked in healthcare for more than 40 years. She has a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Connecticut College and a PhD in Psychology from the University of Connecticut.

Program open to children of all ages and their caregivers. Bring a blanket to sit on, and a snack to enjoy, while we read books, dance around, and sing songs at the park! This program will be held at Grove Street Park, 16 Grove St, Essex, CT. In the event of rain, story time will be held at the Essex Library. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. No registration is required. In the event of rain, story time will be held at the Essex Library.

Program open to children of all ages and their caregivers. Join the Essex Library Children’s Librarian for a fun story time at Essex Island! Bring a blanket to sit on, and a snack to enjoy, while we read books, dance around, and sing songs! Story time will take place on the lawn on Essex Island (behind Siren). Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. No registration is required. In the event of rain, story time will not be held.