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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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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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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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T100000
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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
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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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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-3/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Grove Street Park\, 16 Grove Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T100000
DTSTAMP:20260713T020155Z
CREATED:20260713T020155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T020155Z
UID:20425-1786010400-1786010400@essexct.com
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-5-2/2026-08-06/
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:20260806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114254Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114254Z
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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/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114256Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114256Z
UID:22054-1786107600-1786122000@essexct.com
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/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T163000
DTSTAMP:20260715T145827Z
CREATED:20260715T145827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T145827Z
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SUMMARY:Food Group: The Couch Potato (Ages 4+)
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 Couch Potato! The Couch Potato has everything within reach and doesn’t have to move from the sunken couch cushion. But when the electricity goes out\, Couch Potato is forced to peel away from the comforts of the living room and venture outside. Could fresh air and sunshine possibly be better than the views on screen? \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 sweet potato\, cheese\, eggs \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-couch-potato-ages-4/
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:20260808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114259Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114259Z
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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/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114301Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114301Z
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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/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114305Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114305Z
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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/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T202912Z
CREATED:20260811T202912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T202912Z
UID:20898-1786406400-1786406400@essexct.com
SUMMARY:Nature Storytime (with Rockfall Foundation)
DESCRIPTION:Discover the wonders of nature through stories\, crafts\, and activities!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/nature-storytime-with-rockfall-foundation/
LOCATION:Ivoryton Library Association\, 106 Main St\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T093000
DTSTAMP:20260713T020313Z
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-3-2/2026-08-11/
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:20260811T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114308Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114308Z
UID:22058-1786453200-1786467600@essexct.com
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/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T160000
DTSTAMP:20260721T171830Z
CREATED:20260721T171830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T171830Z
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SUMMARY:Play in the Sand Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ivoryton Library to celebrate Play in the Sand Day! We will use sand to make crafts\, create art\, and enjoy all things sand!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/play-in-the-sand-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:20260811T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T163000
DTSTAMP:20260721T171526Z
CREATED:20260721T171526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T171526Z
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SUMMARY:Plant the Seed Learning Series: Geocache Adventure (Ages 5-18)
DESCRIPTION:Program open to families with children and teens ages 5+. \nThe Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed\, Read!” Each week\, join Essex Library for a hands-on workshop where we’ll explore a different hobby\, skill\, or craft. \nOur last session is all about Geocaching! In this session\, families will join Essex Land Trust to explore The Millrace property and learn how to use the free Geocache app to join the world’s largest treasure hunt by using a GPS-enabled device or smartphone to search for hidden geocaches! \nThis program will be held at The Millrace\, Ivory St\, Ivoryton. In the event of rain\, this program will not be held. \nThis program is free and open to the public. \nRegistration is required. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/plant-the-seed-learning-series-geocache-adventure-ages-5-18/
LOCATION:The Millrace\, Ivory Street\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T210000
DTSTAMP:20250519T204404Z
CREATED:20250519T204404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T204404Z
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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/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Essex Indoor Golf\, 23 Saybrook Road\, Essex\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T000254Z
CREATED:20260619T000254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T000254Z
UID:20260-1786528800-1786528800@essexct.com
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-5/2026-08-12/
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:20260812T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T113000
DTSTAMP:20260222T211924Z
CREATED:20260222T211924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T211924Z
UID:18880-1786530600-1786534200@essexct.com
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Open House
DESCRIPTION:Interested in leaving your mark on Essex History? Then\, please join us our Monthly Volunteer Open House! If you want to learn how to support EHS as a volunteer\, please join us for this meet and greet. This is a no-commitment\, hour long introduction to volunteerism with Essex Historical Society. One of our staff will give you a tour of Hills Academy and outline our volunteer positions including: \n\n\nCollections and research \n\n\nEducation and Programming \n\n\nEvent planning and fundraising \n\n\nTour Guide for Pratt House and Walking Tours \n\n\nMaintenance of Gardens at Pratt House \n\n\nPreservation and up-keep of EHS’s two historic sites \n\n\nNo need to RSVP\, simply arrive at Hills Academy (22 Prospect Street\, parking and entrance in rear) between 10:30-11:30 am\, and we will give you the information. If you can’t join us this month\, we hope to see you at the next Open House. Open Houses will be held in the same place\, at the same time on the 2nd Wednesday of each month\, unless otherwise noted.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/new-volunteer-open-house-2/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Hills Academy\, 22 Prospect Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114311Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114311Z
UID:22059-1786539600-1786554000@essexct.com
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/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260721T171806Z
CREATED:20260721T171806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T171806Z
UID:20548-1786546800-1786550400@essexct.com
SUMMARY:World Elephant Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ivoryton Library to celebrate World Elephant Day by making crafts all about these majestic creatures!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/world-elephant-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:20260812T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T124020Z
CREATED:20260723T124020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T124020Z
UID:20592-1786546800-1786554000@essexct.com
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 library website for movie title\, age rating\, and description.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/plant-a-seed-read-family-movie-series-6/
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:20260813T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T000000
DTSTAMP:20260813T211534Z
CREATED:20260813T211534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T211534Z
UID:20957-1786579200-1786579200@essexct.com
SUMMARY:Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)
DESCRIPTION:Program for kids ages birth-3 and their caregivers. \nA play-based music and movement story time for young children and their caregivers! \nAt Essex Library\, we are committed to providing high-quality story time experiences that foster early literacy\, social-emotional growth\, and a lifelong love of learning. \nWhat to expect: \nEach Wiggle Worms session begins with a welcome song where children (or caregivers) are invited to introduce themselves (or their little one)\, helping build confidence. We sing interactive songs that encourage vocabulary development and gross motor movement\, then share a story together while modeling early literacy skills by pointing to words\, turning pages\, and engaging with the book. After the first book\, we play and sing with interactive toys such as shakers\, scarves\, and rhythm sticks before we wrap up with one final story and a goodbye song. \nAfter story time\, families are encouraged to stay\, play\, and socialize in our Children’s Room. It’s a wonderful opportunity for children to make friends\, caregivers to connect\, and our library community to grow together. \nThis story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Due to space\, Please choose 1 session per day to attend. \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nNo registration required.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/wiggle-worms-story-time-birth-age-3/
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:20260813T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T093000
DTSTAMP:20260731T144543Z
CREATED:20260731T144543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T144543Z
UID:20681-1786613400-1786613400@essexct.com
SUMMARY:Storytime w/ Sugar!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ivoryton Library for a special Storytime with Sugar the therapy dog!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/storytime-w-sugar-3/
LOCATION:Ivoryton Library Association\, 106 Main St\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T100000
DTSTAMP:20260713T020039Z
CREATED:20260713T020039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T020039Z
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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-3/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Grove Street Park\, 16 Grove Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T100000
DTSTAMP:20260713T020155Z
CREATED:20260713T020155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T020155Z
UID:20426-1786615200-1786615200@essexct.com
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-5-2/2026-08-13/
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:20260813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T114313Z
CREATED:20261001T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T114313Z
UID:22060-1786626000-1786640400@essexct.com
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/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition,Sponsored Events
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