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Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free
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Wiggle Worms Storytime

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

New weekly play-based music and movement story time for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers (ages 0-3). This story time will take place every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM starting April 5. Held in-person in the program room at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. RSVP at 860-767-1560.

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Acrylic Studio at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

The focus will be on enjoying the painting process. Whether you are beginning your painting journey or already have some painting experience. Painting demonstrations and the instructor painting along builds … Continue reading

$160
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Teen Book Club

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

The first meeting of Teen Book Club (Gr. 7-12) is September 29 at 4 PM. This month we are reading The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. Teen Book Club will meet the last Thursday of every month through the school year. Held at Essex Library. Call 860-767-1560 or pick up a copy of the book at the library to register.

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Teen TGIF

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

Teen TGIF, held in-person at the Essex Library on September 30 from 3:30- 4:30 PM. Teens can come socialize and relax at the Essex Library. Open to all teens in Grades 7-12. Held at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave, in Essex. No registration required.

How to Paint a Bunny in Watercolor Workshop with Bivenne Harvey Staiger

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Hop into Spring by learning how to paint a bunny in watercolor! The techniques we’ll use to paint a rabbit can be applied to painting other furry creatures, so prepare to be inspired. Basic drawing skills are encouraged but not necessary. Instructor will provide the reference from which the student will make a contour (outline) drawing before class. Material list available upon registration.

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Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free
Recurring

Wiggle Worms Storytime

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

New weekly play-based music and movement story time for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers (ages 0-3). This story time will take place every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM starting April 5. Held in-person in the program room at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. RSVP at 860-767-1560.

Recurring

Acrylic Studio at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

The focus will be on enjoying the painting process. Whether you are beginning your painting journey or already have some painting experience. Painting demonstrations and the instructor painting along builds … Continue reading

$160

Get Golf Ready!

Essex Indoor Golf 23 Saybrook Road, Essex, CT, United States
$25

Tween Robotics Workshop

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

Essex Library will host a robotics workshop for children in grades 4-8 on Saturday, April 8, from 10:00 AM-12:30 PM. Participants will explore and expand coding skills in this fun, … Continue reading

Free
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Take a Selfie on Daffodil Hill!

Essex Congregational Church 6 Methodist Hill, Essex, United States

In November of 2020, The Essex Foundation’s Board of Directors approved plans to continue its community beautification work with the planting of 5,000 daffodil bulbs on the hill owned by … Continue reading

Free
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Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free
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Teen Advisory Board Informational Meeting

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

Teen Advisory Board Informational Meeting, held in-person at the Essex Library on September 14 at 4:00 PM. Teens who are interested in having input on Young Adult aspects of the library can join Teen Advisory Board. Open to teens in Grades 7-12. Held at Essex Library. No registration required.

Meet in the Middle: Paper Circuits

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

Essex Library hosts a monthly program for kids in grades 6-8. April’s session is Wednesday, April 12, from 4:00-5:00 PM. Participants will learn a new game, skill, or hobby each … Continue reading

Free
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Acrylic Studio at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

The focus will be on enjoying the painting process. Whether you are beginning your painting journey or already have some painting experience. Painting demonstrations and the instructor painting along builds … Continue reading

$160

Chipping & Putting!

Essex Indoor Golf 23 Saybrook Road, Essex, CT, United States
$25
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Take a Selfie on Daffodil Hill!

Essex Congregational Church 6 Methodist Hill, Essex, United States

In November of 2020, The Essex Foundation’s Board of Directors approved plans to continue its community beautification work with the planting of 5,000 daffodil bulbs on the hill owned by … Continue reading

Free
Recurring

Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free

Financial Fraud Bingo

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

Essex Library will host a Financial Fraud Bingo program for teens in grades 9-12 on April 18 from 5-6 PM. Participants are invited to join Banking Outreach Coordinator Kathleen Titsworth … Continue reading

Free
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Acrylic Studio at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

The focus will be on enjoying the painting process. Whether you are beginning your painting journey or already have some painting experience. Painting demonstrations and the instructor painting along builds … Continue reading

$160

Steam Saturdays Series: Chia Head

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

Essex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, April 22, at 10 AM. In this session, children will explore Earth science and … Continue reading

Free

Irons & Hybrids!

Essex Indoor Golf 23 Saybrook Road, Essex, CT, United States
$25

Do Good Days

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

Essex Library’s Do Good Days in April is all about helping the environment in our community! On Earth Day, April 22, from 1-2 PM, teens in grades 9-12 are invited … Continue reading

Free
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Take a Selfie on Daffodil Hill!

Essex Congregational Church 6 Methodist Hill, Essex, United States

In November of 2020, The Essex Foundation’s Board of Directors approved plans to continue its community beautification work with the planting of 5,000 daffodil bulbs on the hill owned by … Continue reading

Free

Dream Catcher Earrings at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Learn how to wire weave these gorgeous Dream Catcher earrings using your choice of genuine gemstones or Swarovski Crystals!

$52
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Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free
Recurring

Acrylic Studio at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

The focus will be on enjoying the painting process. Whether you are beginning your painting journey or already have some painting experience. Painting demonstrations and the instructor painting along builds … Continue reading

$160
Recurring

Teen Book Club

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

The first meeting of Teen Book Club (Gr. 7-12) is September 29 at 4 PM. This month we are reading The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. Teen Book Club will meet the last Thursday of every month through the school year. Held at Essex Library. Call 860-767-1560 or pick up a copy of the book at the library to register.

Recurring

Teen TGIF

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

Teen TGIF, held in-person at the Essex Library on September 30 from 3:30- 4:30 PM. Teens can come socialize and relax at the Essex Library. Open to all teens in Grades 7-12. Held at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave, in Essex. No registration required.

Pure Beeswax Candle-Rolling Workshop at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

An enjoyable craft to learn for people of all ages. No previous experience required! Students receive pre-cut beeswax sheets with the highest quality cotton wick which they then roll into beautiful candles – keep the candles for yourself or use them as unique gifts.

$55

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Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free

Steam Saturdays Series: Binary Code Bracelets

Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United States

Essex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in Kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, May 6, at 10 AM. In this session, children will explore coding while making … Continue reading

Free

Botanical Illustration Basics in Pen and Ink

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Create beautiful illustrations in pen and ink! Students will be introduced to the basics of ink application, including line work and stippling using micron pens. This one-day workshop will focus on a single botanical subject (provided by instructor), During the three-hour session, Nancy Bentivegna, a seasoned instructor who has taught many multiple week sessions, and will provide students with the skills to begin drawing botanical illustrations in this medium and tips to make drawings more successful. Pen and ink is great fun; give it a try!

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Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free

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    Essex Board of Trade, Inc., P.O. Box 322
    Essex, CT 06426 or email Info@EssexCT.com