The Color Purple

Ivoryton Playhouse 103 Main Street, Ivoryton, CT, United States

Book by: Marsha Norman Music & Lyrics by: Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray THE COLOR PURPLE is an inspiring saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman … Continue reading

Free

STEAM Saturdays: Lego WeDo Robots

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

Enjoy a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Art, Mathematics) project at the library select Saturdays.This session we will explore basic coding and robotics by building with interactive Lego WeDo robots.Essex Library … Continue reading

Free

Natural Soapmaking Workshop

Centerbrook 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

In this workshop make two facial soaps, a thyme facial bar, and a chamomile Oatmeal. Spark your creativity with this safe craft for all ages. Working with a premade vegan … Continue reading

$60
Recurring

Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free
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 – At the Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery 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

$185

Story Time A – Z

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

A story and craft time for pre-school age children and their caregivers! Each story time will focus on a “Letter of the Week” and feature songs, books, felt board activities, … Continue reading

Free

Kids Create: Fairy Houses

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

Get crafty with Essex Library's newest arts & crafts program for kids in kindergarten-grade 6. In this session, children are invited use terracotta pots, paints, and other materials to decorate … Continue reading

Free

Gongs and Art Workshop

Spectrum Art Gallery 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

In this workshop start with a meditation featuring gongs, to assist us in relaxation and leaving daily stress behind. Guided by what has been experienced in the meditation, create a … Continue reading

$57

Featured Artisan Reception – all welcome!

55 Main Street 55 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

Join us at the Connecticut River Artisans Cooperative on Sunday, October 8th 1-4 as the members celebrate one of their own.Arline O'Brien, a talented artisan, makes baskets and knits adorable … Continue reading

Free
Recurring

Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free
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

Percy Jackson Party!

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

Celebrate Rick Riordan's newest addition to the Percy Jackson series, The Chalice of the Gods! We’ll compete in games fit for the gods, talk about our favorite parts of the … Continue reading

Free
Recurring

Art Journaling Workshop – At the Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery 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

$185
Recurring

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.

Louie Listens

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

Louie is back and ready to read or spend time with you! Reading to a therapy dog has been proven to improve reading skills, self-esteem, and confidence! Kids & teens … Continue reading

Free

The Color Purple Community Book Discussion

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

Multiple copies of Alice Walker’s prizewinning novel The Color Purple available to borrow at the Essex Library for a month-long look at the many ways this story has captivated us … Continue reading

Free

Story Time A – Z

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

A story and craft time for pre-school age children and their caregivers! Each story time will focus on a “Letter of the Week” and feature songs, books, felt board activities, … Continue reading

Free

Painted Fall Flower Glass Vase Workshop

Spectrum Art Gallery 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Capture summer’s essence in this easy-to-do painting on glass workshop. First, create a simple sketch of your floral design on paper and do a few practice strokes. Learn how to … Continue reading

$62
Recurring

Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free
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 – At the Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery 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

$185

Story Time A – Z

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

A story and craft time for pre-school age children and their caregivers! Each story time will focus on a “Letter of the Week” and feature songs, books, felt board activities, … Continue reading

Free
Recurring

Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free
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 – At the Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery 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

$185

Story Time A – Z

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

A story and craft time for pre-school age children and their caregivers! Each story time will focus on a “Letter of the Week” and feature songs, books, felt board activities, … Continue reading

Free

Fluid Painting – An Improvisation Workshop

Spectrum Art Gallery 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Fluid painting involves layering acrylic paints of different densities and incorporating certain additives (i.e. silicone, dimethicone, alcohol, Dawn dish soap (etc.) which can result in gorgeous combinations of paint, cells, … Continue reading

$60
Recurring

Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free

Recurring

Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free
Recurring

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.

Recurring

Sea Chanteys at The Gris

The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

FREE! Every Monday. 8:00pm - 11:00 pm Join us every Monday as the Jovial Crew brings the Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial … Continue reading

Free

Contact Us



    Essex Board of Trade, Inc., P.O. Box 322
    Essex, CT 06426 or email Info@EssexCT.com