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SUMMARY:Sensory Playtime (Ages 0-5)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids birth – age 5. \nJoin us for a hands-on\, child-led play session designed to engage the senses! Sensory Playtime encourages exploration\, creativity\, and early learning through touch\, sound\, and movement. Kids are invited to move from station to station\, at their own pace\, to scoop\, squish\, pour\, and play with a variety of textures and materials in a safe\, supportive space alongside their caregivers. This program supports sensory development\, fine motor skills\, and social interaction—come play\, learn\, and make a (little) mess with us! \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nProgram funded in part by the Community Foundation of Middlesex County\, and made possible by the GSB Grant Making Fund\, and the Whelen Family Fund.\nRegistration is required for each individual session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/sensory-playtime-ages-0-5-7/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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SUMMARY:EBOT Business After Hours at The Hosting Company
DESCRIPTION:Join the Essex Board of Trade for our next Business After Hours\, a relaxed time with light refreshments\, great conversation\, and the chance to explore one of our local member businesses.\nDate: February 18thTime: 5:30 to 7 pmPlace: The Hosting Company\, 104 Main Street\, Ivoryton\, CT\n\nThis event is a special perk for EBOT members\, but if you’re curious about joining\, this is the perfect time to learn more! Membership connects you with our vibrant local business community\, gives you a voice in town events\, and offers valuable networking opportunities.  Learn how to become a member: https:// essexct.com/membership-2/
URL:https://essexct.com/event/ebot-business-after-hours-at-the-hosting-company/
LOCATION:The Hosting Company\, 104 Main Street\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,EBOT Meetings,Events,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T130000
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T160000
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SUMMARY:Junior Librarians: Books\, Books\, and More Books! (Ages 8-12)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages 8-12. \nJoin Children’s Librarian Miss Nicole and Teen Librarian Miss Jessica for a fun\, behind-the-scenes look at life as a librarian. Across four exciting sessions from January to April\, Junior Librarians will explore everything from keeping the library organized\, and creating eye-catching displays\, to planning programs and learning the skills real librarians use every day. Get ready to discover what it really takes to run a library and have fun doing it. \nSession 2\, February 19\, 4 PM: Books\, Books\, and More Books! \nHow do librarians select books for the collection? How much can they spend? How do librarians decide when it is time for a book to retire? All of these questions\, and more\, will be answered! \nSession 3\, March 26\, 4 PM: Show Off the Shelves: Creating Eye-Catching Displays \nSession 4\, April 30\, 4 PM: Plan the Fun: Programs & Events! \nMay 21\, 4 PM: Junior Librarian Graduation & Celebration! \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/junior-librarians-books-books-and-more-books-ages-8-12/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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SUMMARY:Exciting Discoveries in Art History
DESCRIPTION:Who doesn’t love learning about a priceless painting found in an attic? Or a sculpture sitting for decades in a public garden\, only to be found out as an Italian treasure? \nAfter finding herself in the middle of her own art history discovery when she uncovered the provenance of a Rodin sculpture sitting in Madison\, NJ’s town hall\, Mallory Mortillaro learned just how many times this has happened before. Her lecture explores the stories of several different important and valuable works of art that have been rediscovered in unexpected places\, reviewing how they came to be “lost and found”. \nAll programs of the Essex Library are free and open to the public. Registration is required for this virtual program. Register HERE or by calling the library at 860767-1560. \nAbout Mallory Mortillaro Mallory Mortillaro serves as the Curator of Collections for the Hartley Dodge Foundation in Madison\, NJ and is an art historian and educator. She has ten years of teaching experience\, and has worked on various art research projects for museums and organizations in the New York metropolitan area. She has a bachelor’s degree in Art History and English from Drew University and is a graduate of the University’s Caspersen School of Graduate Studies.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/exciting-discoveries-in-art-history/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T090000
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SUMMARY:Yoga with Hannah
DESCRIPTION:In this 3-part yoga series\, yogis will learn valuable breathing and movement sequences that will connect their mind and body.  Each 45-minute class will include deep stretching and just a hint of strength work to help keep bodies healthy and agile. Modifications will be provided for anyone that needs them. All levels are welcome. \nThe library has a limited supply of yoga mats; we suggest bringing your own. All of the library’s programs are free and open to all regardless of residency at Essex Library\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT. No registration necessary\, drop in! \nAbout Hannah Clark\nHannah recently participated in a 200-hour yoga training workshop in Bali\, Indonesia. Hannah is pleased to offer the local community a safe space to practice yoga and is available to answer any questions that participants may have about the philosophy of the practice and how it relates to the body. She will focus her teachings on meditative slow flow vinyasa for this library series.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/yoga-with-hannah/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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SUMMARY:Little Learners Story Time: At the Dentist (Ages 2-5)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages 2-5. \nJoin us for a tooth-rific story time celebrating National Family Dental Health Day with fun stories\, songs\, smiles\, special guest readers from Essex Dentist\, and goodies to take home! \nJoin us for themed stories\, songs\, rhymes\, and crafts! We’ll learn early literacy concepts like colors\, shapes\, opposites\, the ABCs and much more\, to prepare our pre-school age children for kindergarten. \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nRegistration is encouraged to ensure enough crafts are prepared.\nClick here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/little-learners-story-time-at-the-dentist-ages-2-5/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T130000
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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SUMMARY:Psychedelic ’60's at The Gris
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday\, 8:30pm – 12:00am \nPsychedelic ’60’s\, a power trio that pays tribute to the ground-breaking musical super groups of the sixties\, plays the Tap Room at The Griswold Inn every Friday night. Take this nostalgic trip and listen to the music of the Kinks\, the Beatles\, the Animals\, Creedence Clearwater Revival…\nROCK N’ ROLL!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/psychedelic-60s-at-the-gris/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:The Griswold Inn\, 36 Main Street\, Essex\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Concerts,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T170000
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SUMMARY:Weekend Wiggle Worms (Ages 0-3)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers\, siblings welcome! \nWiggle Worms is a play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public.\nNo registration required.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/weekend-wiggle-worms-ages-0-3-2/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T215002Z
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SUMMARY:STEAM Saturdays: Make Your Own Fake Snow (Ages 5-12)
DESCRIPTION:Have we had enough snow this winter? Let’s make some of our own! Kids are invited to bring the magic indoors by conducting an experiment to make your very own fake snow that even feels cold! \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nRegistration is required.\nClick here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/steam-saturdays-make-your-own-fake-snow-ages-5-12/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T170000
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T170000
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T170000
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T170000
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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SUMMARY:"Smithson’s Gamble" with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Tom D. Crouch\, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years\, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting legacies in his book Smithson’s Gamble. REGISTER HERE. \nFollow the fascinating growth and development of the world’s largest museum and research complex during its first 60 years. Told in rich detail\, Smithson’s Gamble reveals how\, as it defined a role rooted in curiosity and exploration\, the Smithsonian helped to shape the nation’s developing identity. \nThe Smithsonian evolved from a small\, narrowly focused organization into an institution leading the way in fields from astrophysics to zoology. Smithsonian researchers\, and the hundreds of citizen scientists who they recruited\, created a collection that documented the natural and human history of a continent. The American conservation movement and a national weather service are rooted at the Smithsonian. Smithson’s Gamble is filled with fascinating characters\, twists and turns\, and moments of triumph and tragedy\, complete with political machinations\, a bit of backstabbing\, accusations of murder\, and the occasional scandal. \nRegister now to take part in the conversation and learn about the trials\, errors\, and incredible legacy of the Smithsonian’s foundation. \nAbout the Author: Tom Crouch joined the Smithsonian in 1974 and has served both the National Air and Space Museum and the National Museum of American History in a variety of curatorial and administrative posts. \nDr. Crouch has won several major writing awards\, including a 1989 Christopher Award\, a literary prize recognizing “significant artistic achievement in support of the highest values of the human spirit\,” for The Bishop’s Boys: A Life of Wilbur and Orville Wright. His book\, Wings: A History of Aviation From Kites to the Space Age\, won the AIAA Gardner-Lasser Literature Prize for 2005. \nIn the fall of 2000\, President Clinton appointed Dr. Crouch to the Chairmanship of the First Flight Centennial Federal Advisory Board\, an organization created to advise the Centennial of Flight Commission on activities planned to commemorate the 100th anniversary of powered flight.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/smithsons-gamble-with-smithsonian-curator-emeritus-tom-crouch-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Activity
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Trivia
DESCRIPTION:What’s better than “Taco Tuesday?” Tuesday Nite Trivia at Essex Indoor Golf Center! Join us in our clean\, family-friendly atmosphere\, against the backdrop of golfers playing courses from around the globe. And yes\, you can even combine golf (or mini golf) AND trivia at the same time! Free admission\, as well as prizes every week for the ‘smartest smarty pants’ might be enough to get you off the couch on a Tuesday night. Then\, declare Tuesdays as a No-Cooking Nite when you order from our fantastic Grumpy Caddy menu\, along with our extensive selection of beer\, cocktails\, and wine from our 35-foot custom bar…Tuesdays might just become your favorite day of the week. So\, bring your friends\, bring your family\, bring your friends’ families! Call (959) 265-8979 or visit essexindoorgolf.com
URL:https://essexct.com/event/tuesday-night-trivia/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Essex Indoor Golf\, 23 Saybrook Road\, Essex\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T103000
DTSTAMP:20260128T224016Z
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SUMMARY:Sensory Playtime (Ages 0-5)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids birth – age 5. \nJoin us for a hands-on\, child-led play session designed to engage the senses! Sensory Playtime encourages exploration\, creativity\, and early learning through touch\, sound\, and movement. Kids are invited to move from station to station\, at their own pace\, to scoop\, squish\, pour\, and play with a variety of textures and materials in a safe\, supportive space alongside their caregivers. This program supports sensory development\, fine motor skills\, and social interaction—come play\, learn\, and make a (little) mess with us! \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nProgram funded in part by the Community Foundation of Middlesex County\, and made possible by the GSB Grant Making Fund\, and the Whelen Family Fund.\nRegistration is required for each individual session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/sensory-playtime-ages-0-5-7/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T113552Z
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T113554Z
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T090000
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CREATED:20260223T191551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T191551Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga with Hannah
DESCRIPTION:In this 3-part yoga series\, yogis will learn valuable breathing and movement sequences that will connect their mind and body.  Each 45-minute class will include deep stretching and just a hint of strength work to help keep bodies healthy and agile. Modifications will be provided for anyone that needs them. All levels are welcome. \nThe library has a limited supply of yoga mats; we suggest bringing your own. All of the library’s programs are free and open to all regardless of residency at Essex Library\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT. No registration necessary\, drop in! \nAbout Hannah Clark\nHannah recently participated in a 200-hour yoga training workshop in Bali\, Indonesia. Hannah is pleased to offer the local community a safe space to practice yoga and is available to answer any questions that participants may have about the philosophy of the practice and how it relates to the body. She will focus her teachings on meditative slow flow vinyasa for this library series.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/yoga-with-hannah/2026-02-27/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T110000
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SUMMARY:Little Learners Story Time: Things That Go (Ages 2-5)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages 2-5. \nVroom\, beep\, and honk! Celebrate all of the ‘things that go’ at our story time full of books\, songs\, and fun for little vehicle enthusiasts! \nJoin us for themed stories\, songs\, rhymes\, and crafts! We’ll learn early literacy concepts like colors\, shapes\, opposites\, the ABCs and much more\, to prepare our pre-school age children for kindergarten. \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nRegistration is encouraged to ensure enough crafts are prepared. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/little-learners-story-time-things-that-go-ages-2-5/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T170000
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-27/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260223T191052Z
CREATED:20260223T191052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T191052Z
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SUMMARY:Tween Time: Pokémon Party (Ages 8-12)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages 8-12. \nJoin us on Pokémon Day with a party celebrating all things Pokémon! Complete a Pokémon-themed scavenger hunt\, play BINGO\, test your Pokémon trivia\, and create a fun Pokémon craft. \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nRegistration is required. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/tween-time-pokemon-party-ages-8-12/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T203000
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CREATED:20250108T205444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T205444Z
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SUMMARY:Psychedelic ’60's at The Gris
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday\, 8:30pm – 12:00am \nPsychedelic ’60’s\, a power trio that pays tribute to the ground-breaking musical super groups of the sixties\, plays the Tap Room at The Griswold Inn every Friday night. Take this nostalgic trip and listen to the music of the Kinks\, the Beatles\, the Animals\, Creedence Clearwater Revival…\nROCK N’ ROLL!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/psychedelic-60s-at-the-gris/2026-02-27/
LOCATION:The Griswold Inn\, 36 Main Street\, Essex\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Concerts,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260128T223313Z
CREATED:20260128T223313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T223313Z
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SUMMARY:Weekend Wiggle Worms (Ages 0-3)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers\, siblings welcome! \nWiggle Worms is a play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public.\nNo registration required.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/weekend-wiggle-worms-ages-0-3-2/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260116T220747Z
CREATED:20260116T220747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T220747Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Writing Workshop with YA Author Catherine Con Morse
DESCRIPTION:Join award-winning novelist Catherine Con Morse for a creative writing workshop followed by a Q&A and book-signing! In this class\, you’ll learn how to write compelling characters and fresh descriptions through a variety of fun writing exercises. Catherine is the author of The Notes and The Summer I Remembered Everything (shortlisted for All CT Reads 2026.) Ages 12 – 18\, Grades 6+. Registration is required. https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=1314&EventID=578767&PK=
URL:https://essexct.com/event/creative-writing-workshop-with-ya-author-catherine-con-morse/
LOCATION:Essex Library\, 33 West Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T113559Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T113559Z
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T113602Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T113602Z
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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\nVoting open until October 30th 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/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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