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Kids Can Cook… Breakfast “Sushi!” (Ages 5-12)

Essex Library Association 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, Essex

Program for kids ages 5-12. Kids are invited to “roll up” to the library to create a delicious breakfast treat, while learning simple kitchen skills and basic food safety. Sushi-lovers and non-sushi-lovers alike will love this recipe! Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Allergen Information: recipe contains banana, Greek yogurt, Fruity Pebbles cereal, & blackberries. Registration is required, space is limited. Click here to register.

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Focus on Fall Art Show

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Spectrum Art Gallery/Arts Center Killingworth 61 Main Street, Centerbrook

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store presents its annual Focus on Fall exhibition, which opened on September 18 and will continue through Saturday, November 7. The annual autumn exhibit brings together fine art and handcrafted work inspired by the colors, textures, atmosphere, and natural transformations of the fall in New England. Through painting, mixed media, photography, sculpture, fine craft, and seasonal artisan pieces, artists explore autumn’s changing foliage, landscapes, light, weather, wildlife, and harvest imagery—from brilliant color and abundance to the quieter transition toward winter. The gallery offers an ideal introduction to the exhibition for longtime collectors, visitors searching for an original seasonal piece or gift, and those who want to experience art reflecting the landscape and atmosphere of the fall season. As always, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, as well as children’s books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, noon to 6 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. For more information about gallery exhibits, and classes and workshops for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available […]

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FestiFall 2026

FestiFall is on Saturday, October 3rd from 1 to 4 pm. This years theme: Haunted History!  FestiFall is proudly sponsored by The Essex Board of Trade, Blissful Beauty, Brickside Pizza, Edward Jones - Essex, Essex Financial, Essex Historical Society, and The Hosting Company. Fun free activities include: Pencil & Wool – “Faces of Essex” canvas – in front of post office (rain plan inside) Blissful Beauty – face painting, temporary tattoos, and hair tinsel CT River Museum – RiverTales crafts outside, and music by Ben Grosgrove inside Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt Free crafts throughout town Dirty Soda food truck Lawn games Free caricatures Petting Zoo Free photos at the gazebo Music by The Saltines We will also have free pumpkins available; donations are welcome. Get yours to carve for the Ivoryton Pumpkin Festival! Click here for the activities map:  EBOT Scarecrow Festifal Flyer Oct 2026 8.5x11

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Design and Sew a Fantasy Witch/Ren Faire Hat Ages 14-Adult

Spectrum Art Gallery/Arts Center Killingworth 61 Main Street, Centerbrook

October is the time to add to your fantasy or fun wardrobe with a bespoke one of a kind hat designed and sewn by you!  Choose from several options to design and sew your own hat with a witchy, cottagecore, ren faire or steampunk aesthetic. This is NOT a learn to sew workshop – you need to have prior machine sewing experience. All materials fabric, interfacings and bindings are provided including some finishing trims such as ribbons, flowers, steampunk charms and embroidery floss. Bring your own machine with black thread and bobbins or let us know if you need to use one of our machines. Machine availability is limited. A basic sewing kit which should include fabric scissors, pins and a measuring tape is also required for the workshop. Jillian Nielsen began sewing and designing at a young age, attending fashion design programs in Connecticut and NYC, attended Bard College at Simon’s Rock and has a Certificate in Costume Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology. She was the equine costume designer for the CT Opera Company’s “Carmen” and she is currently a costume designer for “Listen to Me”, a new interpretation of Gertrude Stein’s work. She has taught Spectrum Art […]

$15 – $50
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Scarecrow Contest sponsored by The Essex Board of Trade

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Essex Village

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! Every 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! Voting to start online on Saturday, October 3rd at https://essexct.com/scarecrow-contest-2026/ Questions? Email ebotpresident@gmail.com

Free

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Essex and the Revolution Walking Tour

River View Cemetery 31 North Main Street, Essex

Join us for a special Cemetery walk as part of our America 250 celebrations! Join EHS Director, Melissa Josefiak on Saturday, October 3 at 5:00pm, for a tour of the cemetery that will visit the gravesites of Essex veterans and residents connected to the Revolutionary War and talk about their histories before, during, and after the Revolution. Located on the shores of the Connecticut River, River View Cemetery testifies to the early history of “Potapaug,” as Essex was once known, with the oldest gravestones dating from the early 1700s.  Enjoy the cemetery’s beautiful grounds as we trace its history from a simple burial yard to the park-like setting of today, especially during this twilight tour starting at 5pm.   The tour lasts about an hour over uneven, sloped, grassy terrain for about half a mile.  Walkers should wear proper footwear and outerwear, and possibly bring a flashlight if they would like.  While this tour is based on historical facts and is not intended to be ‘haunted’, historical details about death, war and disease may disturb young walkers. Register! Each tour is $10 per person; free to EHS members.   Please meet at the base of the cemetery’s driveway. Limited parking […]

$10