Noon Year’s Eve Party

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

Program for families with kids ages 4 and up. Ring in the New Year early with a celebration just for kids! Join us for a fun-filled Noon Year’s Eve Party where we’ll countdown to 12:00…noon! Enjoy crafts, games, music, and plenty of festive fun to kick off the new year in style. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Registration is required, space is limited.Register: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=1314&EventID=544517&PK=

Free

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Teen Advisory Board Informational Meeting

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

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

A Talk on the Geopolitical Climate in Europe with Dr. Olena Lennon at Essex Library

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

The Essex Library will welcome Dr. Olena Lennon of the University of New Haven on Thursday, January 9 at 6:30 PM to talk about the geopolitical climate in Europe. As Russia’s aggression against Ukraine continues and regional wars in the Middle East have been escalating, Europe, among other global regions, has felt many destabilizing reverberations. Dr. Lennon will provide a 45-minute lecture on the topic followed by a 15-minute Q and A. This program is FREE and open to the public at 33 West Avenue, Essex Library. About Dr. Olena Lennon Olena Lennon, Ph.D. is an Adjunct Professor of National Security at the University of New Haven, where she teaches such courses as the U.S. Foreign & Defense Policy and International Relations. Formerly a Fulbright scholar from Ukraine, and most recently a scholar at Woodrow Wilson Center in Washington, D.C., she has dedicated her research to the study of conflict management and identity politics in eastern Europe, focused on domestic and foreign policy of Ukraine. An eastern Ukraine native, Dr. Lennon has been a regular participant in scholarly and media forums related to issues in Ukraine, facilitating a more informed and objective analysis of the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war. She also […]

Free

Little Learners Story Time: Pete the Cat

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

Program for kids ages 2-5. A groovy Pete the Cat-themed story time, filled with fun tales, sing-alongs, and colorful adventures that little ones will love! Join 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. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged to ensure enough crafts are prepared. Register: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=1314&EventID=546040&PK=

Free
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Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, United States

Every Friday, 8:30pm - 12:00am Psychedelic ’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... ROCK N' ROLL!

STEAM Saturdays: Balloon Car

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

Program for kids ages 5-12. Join us for an exciting hands-on science adventure where kids will design, build, and race their very own balloon-powered cars! Young engineers will explore basic concepts of physics like motion, thrust, and friction while using recycled materials to create their vehicles. Participants will test their designs, make improvements, and learn through trial and error—all while having a blast! Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Materials are limited, registration is required. Register: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=1314&EventID=546041&PK=

Free

Cake Piping Demonstration and Tasting at Essex Library

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

Registration required, begins Dec 11. A graduate of the New York Academy of Cake, Barbara Gaudio will be at the Essex Library to provide a cake piping demonstration. Various piping skills and the application to a cake will be demonstrated. Attendees will enjoy learning tips and tricks over the 1.5 hour class, and tasting the final result. This class is for beginners, and is not hands on. The program is FREE and open to the public. Supplies are limited, so registration is required. Register online at youressexlibrary.org or by calling the Library at 860-767-1560.  

Free

Author TJ Klune: The Magic of Found Family (Virtual)

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

Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, “Somewhere Beyond the Sea.” Registration is required for this virtual program. Register online at youressexlibrary.org or by calling the Library at 860-767-1560.  

Free

Author Talk: Betsy Lerner, “Shred Sisters”

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

Author Betsy Lerner will delve into her debut novel, Shred Sisters, an intimate and bittersweet story exploring the fierce complexities of sisterhood, mental health, loss and love on January 16 at 6:30 PM. This online author talk is being co-hosted by the Essex Library, Darien Library and Hotchkiss Library of Sharon. It is FREE and open to the public. Register online at youressexlibrary.org or by calling the Library at 860-767-1560.  

Free

Little Learners: Snowmen

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

Program for kids ages 2-5. Join us for a frosty and fun-filled Snowman Storytime, featuring enchanting tales, songs, and crafts perfect for winter magic! Join 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. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged to ensure enough crafts are prepared. Register: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=1314&EventID=546042&PK=  

Free

Movie Matinee at Essex Library

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

Enjoy a movie on the big screen in the Buel Room of Essex Library! For more information, including the movie title, call the Library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar section of the Library’s website, www.youressexlibrary.org.

Free
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Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, United States

Every Friday, 8:30pm - 12:00am Psychedelic ’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... ROCK N' ROLL!