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SUMMARY:Sidewalk Sale!
DESCRIPTION:Stroll through the village and shop for seasonal savings from your favorite local businesses\, discovering hidden gems along the way. Participating businesses in downtown Essex will be exploding with specials and sales. Don’t miss out on the good finds at this annual sidewalk sale event!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/sidewalk-sale-2/2026-07-25/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T130000
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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/2026-07-25/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T182625Z
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SUMMARY:Essex Village Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Take a trip down Main Street in Essex Village to capture the rich maritime history of 18th century “Potapaug\,” its working waterfront and ship-building prominence in the early 19th century as well as its development as a beautiful visitor destination of today. \nOur tours meet at the “Foot of Main Street” in front of the CT River Museum and start at 5:00pm.  Walking tours are open to the public but we encourage pre-registration. We ask for a $10 donation per person and tours are FREE to active EHS 2026 members. \nOur walks last about an hour and are on mostly flat ground covering a little less than a mile.  We try to adapt our tours a bit based on our audience of the day\, but if  you would like a fully customized tour\, please contact our staff 860-767-0681 to arrange\, giving us at least 3 weeks to arrange our guide scheduling. \nNEW DAY THIS YEAR! Summer 2026 walks will be on Saturdays: June 27\, July 25\, August 29 and September 26.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/essex-village-walking-tour-8/
LOCATION:Foot of Main\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T170000
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CREATED:20260720T155010Z
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SUMMARY:Sidewalk Sale!
DESCRIPTION:Stroll through the village and shop for seasonal savings from your favorite local businesses\, discovering hidden gems along the way. Participating businesses in downtown Essex will be exploding with specials and sales. Don’t miss out on the good finds at this annual sidewalk sale event!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/sidewalk-sale-2/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114226Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114226Z
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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/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114229Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114229Z
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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/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T093000
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SUMMARY:Wiggle Worms Story Time (Ages Birth-3)
DESCRIPTION:A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages birth – 3)\nThis story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Join us! \nNo registration required.\nDue to space\, Please choose 1 session to attend.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/wiggle-worms-story-time-ages-birth-3-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Essex Library Association\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114231Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114231Z
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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/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T170000
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SUMMARY:Plant the Seed Learning Series: Intro to Yoga (Ages 5-11)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages 5-11. \nIf possible\, participants are asked to bring their own yoga mat\, as we will have limited mats available. Also\, bring a water bottle! \nThe Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed\, Read!” Each week\, join us for a hands-on workshop where we’ll explore a different hobby\, skill\, or craft. \nEnjoy a fun hour-long Intro to Yoga class led by instructor Amie Meacham! Kids will listen to a story\, play a game involving yoga\, learn breathing exercises\, and follow along with age-appropriate yoga instruction and short meditation\, with each participant receiving a small giveaway favor! \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nRegistration is required as space is limited. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/plant-the-seed-learning-series-intro-to-yoga-ages-5-11/
LOCATION:Essex Library Association\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T210000
DTSTAMP:20250519T204404Z
CREATED:20250519T204404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T204404Z
UID:18416-1785265200-1785272400@essexct.com
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/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Essex Indoor Golf\, 23 Saybrook Road\, Essex\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T100000
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SUMMARY:Summer Sensory Play (Ages Birth - 5)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages birth-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! \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. \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nNo registration required. Drop in!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/summer-sensory-play-ages-birth-5/2026-07-29/
LOCATION:Essex Library Association\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114234Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114234Z
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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/2026-07-29/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T181951Z
CREATED:20260615T181951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T181951Z
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SUMMARY:Plant a Seed\, Read! Family Movie Series
DESCRIPTION:The Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed\, Read!” Beat the afternoon heat\, soak up the air conditioning\, and join us for family-friendly movies that connect us with food\, farms\, & nature. Popcorn provided. \nSee the Essex Library Website for movie titles\, descriptions\, & age ratings.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/plant-a-seed-read-family-movie-series/
LOCATION:Essex Library Association\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T100000
DTSTAMP:20260729T231215Z
CREATED:20260713T020039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T231215Z
UID:20388-1785405600-1785405600@essexct.com
SUMMARY:Grove Street Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Program open to children of all ages and their caregivers. \nBring a blanket to sit on\, and a snack to enjoy\, while we read books\, dance around\, and sing songs in the park! \nThis program will be held at Grove Street Park\, 16 Grove St\, Essex\, CT. In the event of rain\, story time will not be held. \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public.\nNo registration is required.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/grove-street-story-time-3/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Grove Street Park\, 16 Grove Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T100000
DTSTAMP:20260713T020155Z
CREATED:20260713T020155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T020155Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Sensory Play (Ages Birth - 5)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages birth-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! \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. \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nNo registration required. Drop in!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/summer-sensory-play-ages-birth-5-2/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Essex Library Association\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114236Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114236Z
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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/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114240Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114240Z
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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/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T163000
DTSTAMP:20260708T115707Z
CREATED:20260708T115707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T115707Z
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SUMMARY:Food Group: The Cool Bean (Ages 4-12)
DESCRIPTION:Program designed around The Food Group book series by Jory John\, written for an audience age 4-8. Kids ages 4-12 are welcome to join! \nToday we will be reading The Cool Bean! Everyone knows the cool beans. They’re sooooo cool. And then there’s the uncool has-bean . . . Always on the sidelines\, one bean unsuccessfully tries everything he can to fit in with the crowd—until one day the cool beans show him how it’s done. \nCook\, read\, and explore with us in this deliciously fun program inspired by Jory John’s Food Group series\, one of our featured authors in our “Plant a Seed\, Read!” Summer Reading theme. This program will combine stories with simple snack-making. We’ll kick things off by washing hands and learning a few basic food safety tips\, because every great chef starts with good habits. Then\, we’ll introduce the day’s featured book\, and participants will create a themed snack inspired by the story. While our creations bake\, chill\, or come together\, we’ll gather for an interactive read-aloud of the book. Once everything is ready\, participants can enjoy their snack or take it to go\, along with a recipe card to try again at home. This program blends literacy\, hands-on learning\, and healthy habits\, helping prevent the “summer slide” while keeping kids thinking\, creating\, and having fun all summer long! \nPossible Allergens: recipe contains chickpeas\, basil\, parmesan\, olive oil\, garlic\, oregano\, tomato paste \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nRegistration is required as space is limited. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/food-group-the-cool-bean-ages-4-12/
LOCATION:Essex Library Association\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T203000
DTSTAMP:20250108T205444Z
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/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:The Griswold Inn\, 36 Main Street\, Essex\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Concerts,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T170000
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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/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T170000
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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/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T170000
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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/2026-08-03/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T093000
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CREATED:20260713T020313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T020313Z
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SUMMARY:Wiggle Worms Story Time (Ages Birth-3)
DESCRIPTION:A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages birth – 3)\nThis story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Join us! \nNo registration required.\nDue to space\, Please choose 1 session to attend.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/wiggle-worms-story-time-ages-birth-3-2/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Essex Library Association\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114249Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114249Z
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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/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T160000
DTSTAMP:20260721T171401Z
CREATED:20260721T171401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T171401Z
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SUMMARY:National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day
DESCRIPTION:Kids and families are invited to join Ivoryton Library and celebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day by making our own mug recipes for chocolate chip cookies!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/national-chocolate-chip-cookie-day/
LOCATION:Ivoryton Library Association\, 106 Main St\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T163000
DTSTAMP:20260715T145800Z
CREATED:20260715T145800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T145800Z
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SUMMARY:Plant the Seed Learning Series: Handwriting Fun! (Ages 7-18)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids and teens ages 7-18. \nThe Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed\, Read!” Each week\, join us for a hands-on workshop where we’ll explore a different hobby\, skill\, or craft. \nThis week\, join calligraphy artist Debby Reelitz to bring the alphabet to life! We’ll look at the rules about letters and then break all of them! Step by step\, you will learn more than 20 techniques to alter your handwriting\, add color with a basic set of supplies and build in decorative elements. We’ll be playing with highlighters\, pencils\, colored pencils\, gel pens and markers. Plus\, we’ll create a mini-project with the techniques we’ll learn. \nDebby Reelitz’s 5th grade teacher introduced her to calligraphy and she loves to share her passion for handwritten letters with young people. Kids are taught the practical side of the alphabet with spelling and writing sentences and taking tests. Debby loves to help kids discover the joy in being creative with those oh-so-useful-26-symbols. Debby lives in North Granby\, Connecticut. Information can be found at her website: https://letteringdesign.com \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nRegistration is required as space is limited. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/plant-the-seed-learning-series-handwriting-fun-ages-7-18/
LOCATION:Essex Library Association\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T210000
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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/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Essex Indoor Golf\, 23 Saybrook Road\, Essex\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T000254Z
CREATED:20260619T000254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T000254Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Sensory Play (Ages Birth - 5)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages birth-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! \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. \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nNo registration required. Drop in!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/summer-sensory-play-ages-birth-5/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Essex Library Association\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114252Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114252Z
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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/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T093000
DTSTAMP:20260721T171606Z
CREATED:20260721T171606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T171606Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime w/ Sugar!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Storytime with Sugar the therapy dog!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/storytime-w-sugar-2/
LOCATION:Ivoryton Library Association\, 106 Main St\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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