Pure Beeswax Candle-Rolling Workshop at Spectrum Gallery
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United StatesAn enjoyable craft to learn for people of all ages. No previous experience required! Students receive pre-cut beeswax sheets with the highest quality cotton wick which they then roll into beautiful candles – keep the candles for yourself or use them as unique gifts.
Star Wars Scavenger Hunt at the Essex Library
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesCelebrate Children’s Book Week at the Essex Library with a Star Wars Scavenger Hunt! During the week of May 1-6, children of all ages are invited to the Essex Library … Continue reading
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesFREE! 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
“Unique Eats and Eateries of Maine” Book Talk With Mike Urban
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesPlanning on enjoying award-winning lobster rolls in Maine this summer? How about a ‘red snapper’ hot dog? On May 2 at 7:00 p.m., Essex Library hosts Mike Urban, author of … Continue reading
Tween Time: Star Wars Minute to Win It Challenge! (GR. 4-8)
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesCelebrate Star Wars Day with Essex Library a day early. Tweens in grades 4-8 are invited to the library on Wednesday, May 3 from 4:00-5:00 PM for Star Wars Minute-to-Win-It … Continue reading
“Birder on Berry Lane” Book Talk with Robert Tougias
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesFoster your appreciation for all the birds in your own back yard with nature writer Robert Tougias, author or Birder on Berry Lane: Three Acres, Twelve Months, Thousands of Birds, … Continue reading
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesEvery 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 … Continue reading
Steam Saturdays Series: Binary Code Bracelets
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesEssex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in Kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, May 6, at 10 AM. In this session, children will explore coding while making … Continue reading
Botanical Illustration Basics in Pen and Ink
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United StatesCreate beautiful illustrations in pen and ink! Students will be introduced to the basics of ink application, including line work and stippling using micron pens. This one-day workshop will focus on a single botanical subject (provided by instructor), During the three-hour session, Nancy Bentivegna, a seasoned instructor who has taught many multiple week sessions, and will provide students with the skills to begin drawing botanical illustrations in this medium and tips to make drawings more successful. Pen and ink is great fun; give it a try!
Connecticut River Artisans Co-op Artisan of the Month Reception
Connecticut River Artisans Cooperative 55 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesConnecticut River Artisans Co-op is delighted to begin our 2023 summer season with an Artisan of the Month Reception. Our Honoree for May is Sandy Siciliano. Sandy is an extremely … Continue reading
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesFREE! 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
Teen Advisory Board Informational Meeting
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesTeen 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
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesEssex Library will host a May session of Louie Listens, an opportunity for kids & teens to read with a local, licensed therapy dog, on Thursday, May 11, 2023 from … Continue reading
Women and Jazz
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesOur 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
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesEvery 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 … Continue reading
May Market 2023
Essex Town Park Main Street, Essex, United StatesThis year's May Market will be held on Saturday, May 13, in the Essex Town Park from 8:00 am – 1:00 pm rain or shine! Folks frequently begin lining up … Continue reading
Steam Saturdays Series: Craft Stick Harmonica
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesEssex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in Kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, May 13, at 10 AM. In this session, children will explore the science of … Continue reading
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesFREE! 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
Tuesday Trivia Night
Essex Indoor Golf 23 Saybrook Road, Essex, CT, United StatesPet Professions with the Connecticut Humane Society (Gr. 5-12)
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesEssex Library will host Pet Professions; a program presented by the Connecticut Humane Society, for children and teens in grades 5-12 on Wednesday, May 17, from 4:30-5:30 PM. Participants are … Continue reading
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesEvery 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 … Continue reading
Endangered Animals (Ages 8+)
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesEssex Library will host Endangered Animals; presented by Shaun Roche of the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge, on Friday, May 19, from 4-5 PM. When you hear the word … Continue reading
Steam Saturdays Series: Make a 3-D Book
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesEssex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in Kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, May 20, at 10 AM. In this session, children will explore the science of … Continue reading
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesFREE! 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
War in Ukraine: Update with Peter Rutland
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesAs the invasion of Ukraine by Russia extends into a second year, Essex Library has invited Professor Peter Rutland provide an update on the war on May 23 at 7:00 … Continue reading
Tuesday Trivia Night
Essex Indoor Golf 23 Saybrook Road, Essex, CT, United States“Terrific Toddlers and Twos” Parent Discussion with 2-1-1 Childcare
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesEssex Library will host Terrific Toddlers and Twos: a discussion for parents, on Wednesday, May 24 at 6:30 PM on Zoom. Parents: Explore what makes toddlers unique and fun! Families … Continue reading
Teen Book Club
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesThe first meeting of Teen Book Club (Gr. 7-12) is September 29 at 4 PM. This month we are reading The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. Teen Book Club will meet the last Thursday of every month through the school year. Held at Essex Library. Call 860-767-1560 or pick up a copy of the book at the library to register.
Distracted Driving for Teens
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesEssex Library will host a Distracted Driving program for teens in grades 9-12 on May 25 from 4-5 PM. Participants are invited to join Jennifer Monahan BSN, Trauma Quality PI … Continue reading
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesEvery 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 … Continue reading
Teen TGIF
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesTeen TGIF, held in-person at the Essex Library on September 30 from 3:30- 4:30 PM. Teens can come socialize and relax at the Essex Library. Open to all teens in Grades 7-12. Held at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave, in Essex. No registration required.
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesFREE! 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
Tuesday Trivia Night
Essex Indoor Golf 23 Saybrook Road, Essex, CT, United StatesRiverFare 2023
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesKickoff Summer and join the Connecticut River Museum for RiverFare 2023, a Summer Soirée and Culinary Celebration! Delight in an evening of delicious food, wines, cocktails, music and more while … Continue reading
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesEvery 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 … Continue reading
Summer Kick-off Fashion Show
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United StatesJoin us for a FREE Summer kick-off fashion show featuring the designs of Anna Mastropolo, Friday, June 2nd 6:30-9:00pm at Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store. She creates repurposed designs … Continue reading
Annual Shad Bake
Brewer Essex Island Marina 11 Ferry Street, Essex, United StatesAfter a three-year hiatus due to COVID, the Rotary Club of Essex Shad Bake is returning. This important culinary tradition was started in 1958 and is a classic Spring ritual … Continue reading
How to Paint a Flower in Watercolor with Bivenne Harvey Staiger
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United StatesLearn how to paint a beautiful flower in watercolor! Each stage of the painting process, including a basic background and the flower details, will be demonstrated. We will cover how … Continue reading
Connecticut River Artisans Cooperative Celebrates our Newest Member
Connecticut River Artisan’s Cooperative welcomes the summer season by celebrating its newest member. We celebrate Nancy Harney of Nancy’s Natural & Nautical Niceties with a reception on Sunday, June … Continue reading
Ushering in Summer with Shoreline Jazz Quartet
Essex Library 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT, United StatesThe Essex Library is kicking off summer with sweet treats and an eclectic mix of jazz favorites played by Shoreline Jazz Quartet on June 4 at 4:00 p.m. Bring a … Continue reading
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesFREE! 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
Water/Ways
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesWater/Ways A Museum on Main Street (MoMS) exhibition developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service June 3 – August 14, 2023 Water/Ways dives into water—an essential component of life … Continue reading
Fish with CARE (Ages 6+)
Sunset Pond West Ave, Essex, United StatesEssex Public Library is proud to partner with the DEEP Fisheries Division – Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education (CARE) program to host a "FISH with CARE" Event at Sunset Pond on … Continue reading
Shanties & Sails: Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesA big Thank You shout out to our Shanties & Sails sponsor Privé Swiss Wellness for their generous support! Come down and enjoy an evening of Sea Shanties. 🎼 Be … Continue reading
Tuesday Trivia Night
Essex Indoor Golf 23 Saybrook Road, Essex, CT, United StatesPsychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
The Griswold Inn 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, United StatesEvery 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 … Continue reading
CT Sea Music Festival
Essex Village 69 Nott Lane, Essex, CT, United StatesThis family-friendly weekend includes a Symposium on the Music of the Sea, free daytime workshops with local, regional, and international maritime musicians, a family stage, demonstrations of sailor skills, sails … Continue reading
Summer Reading Kickoff Party
Grove Street Park 16 Grove Street, Essex, United StatesEssex and Ivoryton Library are teaming up for the Summer Reading Kickoff Party on Saturday June 10 from 1:00 PM- 2:30 PM. Join the Essex and Ivoryton children’s librarians for … Continue reading
Painted Wildflower Vase Workshop
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United StatesCapture summer flowers, buzzing hummingbirds & fluttering butterflies as you discover the art of painting on glass! First, sketch a plan of your floral scene on paper and do a … Continue reading