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EBOT Photo Contest – Time to Vote for Your Favorite!

The entries are in—and now you get to help choose the winner! Head to essexct.com/the-ebot-photo-contest-vote to view the amazing photos submitted by local photographers capturing the beauty and spirit of Essex, Centerbrook, and Ivoryton. ️ Voting is open August 1–10❤️ Vote by liking your favorite photo(s) on the site.The top 5 will go to a judging panel—and the winning photo will be framed and featured at the Essex Art Association Gallery!

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Summer Camp: Sailor Life & Pirates

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main St, Essex

Don’t miss the Museum’s most popular week of camp. Have you ever wondered what life was like out on the open water? This week, we will learn about real pirates & sailors—what they did, what they looked like, and where they traveled. We will dress in pirate garb as we learn about the vessels they sailed, the flags they flew, and how they navigated. We’ll also set sail on the open water of the Connecticut River aboard the Onrust. Arrrr you ready? Due to this week’s popularity, we are running this camp twice this summer! Sign up for one or both! Camp runs daily, from 9 am to 3 pm. Camp is open to adventurers aged 6-11. Questions? Email our Camp Director, Lauren Bennett-Dionne lbdionne@ctrivermuseum.org. Non-Members: $385 Members: $347

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Thursday Sip & Shop

The RiverLane 7 Main Street, Essex

TGIT aka Thank Goodness it's Thursday! Come celebrate the week coming to an end with some champagne and shopping!  TGIT happens every Thursday starting May 1st at the RiverLane.  We hope to see you soon!

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Alfresco Thursdays

Essex Village Essex

Join us every Thursday evening this summer in Essex Village for Alfresco Thursdays, a celebration of warm nights, community spirit, and everything we love about our charming town! Stroll along Main Street, North Main Street, and beyond for shopping at your favorite local boutiques. Dine al fresco at one of our fantastic restaurants and enjoy live music drifting through the air. Explore galleries, enjoy tastings, and discover special pop-ups each week. It's a breath of fresh air!

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