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Copy of EBOT Scarecrow Contest Flyer 2026 (5) copy

Scarecrow Contest sponsored by The Essex Board of Trade

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Essex Village

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! Every 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! Voting to start online on Saturday, October 3rd at https://essexct.com/scarecrow-contest-2026/ Questions? Email ebotpresident@gmail.com

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9.3.26-Extend-Growing-Season

Extend Your Growing Season: Mastering Fall, Winter, and Spring Crops

Essex Library Association 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, Essex

Get ready to extend your growing season like a pro! Join our master gardener, Mark Gostkiewicz, in this workshop where you'll learn the ins and outs of cultivating crops in the fall, winter, and spring. Not only will you learn about the life cycle and needs of cold-hardy veggies and herbs, but you'll also discover the benefits of using row covers, cold frames, and other season-extending techniques. This program is free and open to all at Essex Library, 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT. Registration is suggested. Register online at youressexlibrary.org or by calling the library at 860-767-1560.