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Zoom Workshop: Introduction to Basic Drawing Techniques

This five week course is an introduction to basic drawing techniques and visual concepts, with a focus on translation of a three-dimensional form to a two-dimensional surface.  Fundamental issues of drawing will also be introduced, (line, value, space, and composition).  Objective, non-objective and intuitive approaches are covered as we explore mediums ranging from charcoal to pen and ink.  Material list available upon registration.

$150

CENTERBROOK ARCHITECTS LECTURE SERIES WITH ARCHITECTURAL HISTORIAN DR. THEODORE SAWRUK: “THE ITALIANATE VILLA: RECONSIDERING THE AMERICAN FAMILY “

A free, illustrated talk on 19th century Italianate villa design in Connecticut and its influence on American family life will be presented by architectural historian Dr. Theodore Sawruk at 7 p.m. on June 4 for the Essex Library’s Centerbrook Architects Lecture Series. Sawruk will focus on how 19th century social life was affected by the new residential prototype. Registration is required.

Free

STEAM Girls Series: Gabriel Chevalier

STEAM Girls Series Featuring: Gabriel Chevalier Thursday, June 10, 2021 4:30 pm STEAMgirls Program Featuring: Gabriel Chevalier FREE program! A virtual program to serve girls, age 10-16, interested in studying … Continue reading

Free

COVID-19: Everything you want to know from a Virology and Vaccinology Expert

UConn Associate Professor of Virology and Vaccinology Paulo Verardi, free illustrated talk on the COVID-19 virus and viruses in general, 7 p.m. June 15 on Zoom for the Essex Library. Verardi’s focus will be on COVID-19’s origin, transmission, and variant evolution since the start of the pandemic. Registration is required.

Free

STEAM Girls Series: Shani Mensing

STEAM Girls Series Featuring: Shani Mensing Tuesday, June 22, 2021 4:30 pm STEAMgirls Program FREE program! A virtual program to serve girls, age 10-16, interested in studying the academic areas … Continue reading

Free

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Learn Chess Basics on Zoom

Free chess basics classes will be taught by DIG USA professional chess instructor Jithu Sajeevan at 4 p.m. on Dec. 29, Jan. 12 and Jan. 26 for students in grades 6-12 on Zoom for the Essex Library. Registration is required.

Free

THE MOUNT: A GREAT AMERICAN HOUSE DESIGNED BY A GREAT AMERICAN WRITER

A free, illustrated talk on Edith Wharton’s estate in Lenox, Mass., The Mount, will be presented by Director of Visitor Services Anne Schuyler at 4 p.m. Jan 29, on Zoom for the Essex Library. Schuyler will focus on Wharton’s design skills for this outstanding home and garden. Registration is required.

Free

Roses for New England

A free, illustrated talk on growing roses successfully in New England will be presented by American Rose Society Master Rosarians Angelina and Mike Chute at 7 p.m. Feb. 16 on Zoom for the Essex Library. The Chutes’ focus will be on six easy steps to growing roses in New England; selecting winter hardy and disease resistant varieties for New England gardens and the best way to plant and prune roses.

Free

Accidental Gods: on men unwittingly turned divine by Anna Della Subin

A free, illustrated talk on examples of deifications in modern since 1492 and what they can teach us about turbulent times will be offered by author Anna Della Subin at 11 a.m. March 26 on Zoom for the Essex and Darien Libraries. Subin explores examples of deifications in modern since 1492 and what they can teach us about turbulent times. Registration required.

Free

ESTATE PLANNING: PROACTIVE ASSET PROTECTION

A free, illustrated talk on planning ahead to protect your assets will be presented by Estate planning attorney Erin Duques at 7 p.m. May 5 on Zoom for the Essex Library. Duques will focus on strategies and tips to put in place right away to protect your life savings. Registration is required.

Free

ROCK GARDENING: REIMAGINING A CLASSIC STYLE FOR TODAY’S GARDEN

A free, illustrated talk on contemporary rock garden design will be presented by garden designer and author Joseph Tychonievich at 7 p.m. on May 10 on Zoom for the Essex Library. Tychonievich’s focus will be on techniques and methods specific to creating and maintaining a rock garden, and profiles of the top rock garden plants. Registration is required.

Free

Social Security 101 Zoom Workshop

A free, illustrated workshop on social security benefits will be presented by Social Security Administration Metropolitan Public Affairs Specialist Benjamin Rhodes at 4 p.m. on June 7, hosted on Zoom by the Essex Library. Rhodes will focus on early retirement benefits, qualifying for disability, survivors or spouse benefits. Registration required. www.youressexlibrary.org or 860-767-1560. 

Free

GET CHARGED UP! LEARN HOW ELECTRIC VEHICLES CAN SAVE MONEY, YOUR HEALTH, AND THE PLANET

A free, illustrated talk on electric vehicles will be presented by Electric Vehicle Club of CT leaders Analiese Mione and Barry Kresch at 7 p.m. on Sept. 27 on Zoom for the Essex Library and Sustainable Essex. Their focus will be on illustrating how electric vehicles work, how to buy one and the environmental benefits of owning one. RSVP: Essex Library at 860-767-1560 or see: https://www.youressexlibrary.org/adult-services/adults-featured-events/

Free

Countdown to College Series: Letter of Continued Interest Workshop (Gr. 10-12)

Essex Library: Letter of Continued Interest program, held via Zoom on February 16, at
7:00 PM. Kristie Schmidt, a professional writing consultant and college essay
coach, will highlight the importance of Letters of Continued Interest for waitlisted
or deferred college-bound teens, and give expert advice on how to write a strong
letter. Free and open to teens in grades 10-12. Registration required. Call 860-
767-1560 or e-mail staff.essexlib@gmail.com to register.

Free

Beyond the Breed: Exploring Dog DNA Zoom

A free program presented by the Connecticut Humane Society for dog owners curious about how to identify dog breeds based on phenotypic characteristics, canine genetics, and canine evolution. This program is FREE and open to the public, April 12, at 7 p.m. on Zoom.

Free

Women and Jazz

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

Our understanding of jazz isn’t complete without highlighting the influence and contributions of women. On Thursday, May 11, 7:00 p.m. on Zoom, Essex Library will host Galen Abdur-Razzaq, renowned flutist … Continue reading

Free

“Signing Rocks!” with Signing Basics®

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

Essex Library will host “Signing Rocks!” an American Sign Language Class, on Tuesday, June 20 from 3-3:45 PM on Zoom. Program presented by Signing Basics®. For this class, the vocabulary … Continue reading

Free

Medicare 101: Understanding Your Options

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

Essex: Essex Library will host Medicare Educator Sara Mitchell of the Hartford HealthCare Medicare Education Department for her presentation of Medicare 101: Understanding Your Options on June 22 at 7:00 … Continue reading

Free

“Signing Rocks!” with Signing Basics®

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

Essex Library will host “Signing Rocks!” an American Sign Language Class, on Tuesday, July 11 from 3-3:45 PM on Zoom. Program presented by Signing Basics®. For this class, the vocabulary … Continue reading

Free

“Signing Rocks!” with Signing Basics®

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

Essex Library will host our last “Signing Rocks!” American Sign Language class, on Tuesday, August 1 from 3-3:45 PM on Zoom. Program presented by Signing Basics®. For this class, the … Continue reading

Free

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Art Journaling Workshop – On Zoom

Centerbrook 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Create journal pages with new techniques such as using alcohol inks on special Yupo paper for brilliant backgrounds and abstract landscapes. Learn to precolour background papers via, painting or making … Continue reading

$140

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Art Journaling Workshop – On Zoom

Centerbrook 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Create journal pages with new techniques such as using alcohol inks on special Yupo paper for brilliant backgrounds and abstract landscapes. Learn to precolour background papers via, painting or making … Continue reading

$140
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Art Journaling Workshop – On Zoom

Centerbrook 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Create journal pages with new techniques such as using alcohol inks on special Yupo paper for brilliant backgrounds and abstract landscapes. Learn to precolour background papers via, painting or making … Continue reading

$140
Recurring

Art Journaling Workshop – On Zoom

Centerbrook 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Create journal pages with new techniques such as using alcohol inks on special Yupo paper for brilliant backgrounds and abstract landscapes. Learn to precolour background papers via, painting or making … Continue reading

$140
Recurring

Art Journaling Workshop – On Zoom

Centerbrook 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Create journal pages with new techniques such as using alcohol inks on special Yupo paper for brilliant backgrounds and abstract landscapes. Learn to precolour background papers via, painting or making … Continue reading

$140

Aging in Place, How to Remain in your Home

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

Madison-based estate planning and elder law attorney Erin Duques will present a free Zoom program for the Essex Library on how to protect your house and assets from Connecticut's long-term … Continue reading

FREE

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