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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.

Nature Journaling with Steward Day School

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

Program for kids ages 5-10. Explore and learn with Ann Courcy of the Steward Outdoor Day School. Children will explore outside of the library and collect leaves, plants, and seed … Continue reading

Free

God Bless Us, Everyone!

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

Take an unexpected blizzard, add a sprinkling of slapstick, and a pinch of Dickens’ Christmas Carol. Stir in a little romance and festive song, top it all off with holiday … Continue reading

Little Learners: Count ‘Em Up

Essex Library 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

Cello Concert with Julie Ribchinsky

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

“Dance Around the World with a Cello” is what Cellist Julie Ribchinsky calls her latest repertoire of music to be performed at the Essex Library on November 14, with most … Continue reading

Free
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Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris

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

Every 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

FREE

Tour of the Bushnell at Essex Library!

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

Peek behind the curtain with a behind-the-scenes tour of The Bushnell! Join us at Essex Library as tour guides from The Bushnell tell you everything you ever wanted to know … Continue reading

Free
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Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris

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

Every 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

FREE

Little Learners: Thanksgiving

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

Program for kids ages 2-5. Thanksgiving is coming up, join Miss Nicole for a Thanksgiving-themed story time! We’ll explore heartwarming stories featuring friendly turkeys, harvest celebrations, and the importance of … Continue reading

Free

Nutmeg Book Club: Chester Keene Cracks the Code

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

Join us for our monthly book club, celebrating Connecticut’s own kid’s book award, for kids in grades 4-6! Books are available for pickup starting November 1 with a special Nutmeg … Continue reading

Free

Reading Buddies

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

Program for kids ages 4-8, and teens age 13-18. Kids: Spend an afternoon with a Reading Buddy! Build friendship, fluency, and confidence with a teen book buddy here at the … Continue reading

Free

Let There Be Love Opening Reception

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

Let There Be Love! Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 22 As 2024 ends, the world trembles with war, racism, health, and climate change catastrophes. Yet, we hope that … Continue reading

STEAM Saturdays: Pom Pom Launchers

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

Program for kids ages 5-12. Enjoy a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) project at the library select Saturdays. This month, kids will explore the exciting world of physics … Continue reading

Free
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Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris

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

Every 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

FREE

Trees in the Rigging

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

Trees in the Rigging is back on December 1st! Join us at the Museum for a full day of holiday fun. Together with the Essex Historical Society and Safe Harbor Dauntless & Essex Island, … Continue reading

An Author Talk with James R. Benn (Virtual)

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

Hear from James R. Benn, author of The Phantom Patrol, on Thursday, December 5 at 6:30 pm. Benn will discuss the latest installment of the Billy Boyle Mystery series, providing … Continue reading

Free

Little Learners: Bears

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

Program for kids ages 2-5. A cozy story time adventure in the bear's forest! We'll read cuddly bear books, sing songs, and even learn some silly bear dance moves! Join … Continue reading

Free

Little Learners: Cookies

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

Program for kids ages 2-5. Warm up with a sweet, cookie-themed winter story time! Join us for themed stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts! We’ll learn early literacy concepts like colors, … Continue reading

Free

Essex Holiday House Tour

Celebrate the holidays in historic style as you visit 6-8 historic private homes on the Essex Holiday House Tour, December 7, 2024. All of the featured homes are located within … Continue reading

$60 – $70

Creating a Sola Wood Holiday Arrangement

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

In this workshop participants learn to create a holiday floral arrangement made with sola wood flowers. The creations are sustainable, eco-friendly, and an economical alternative to real flowers. One of … Continue reading

$65

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.

Sustainable Mixology with Renato M. Tonelli

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

Just ahead of a busy holiday entertaining season, join the Essex Library online as Renato M. Tonelli leads a sustainable cocktail demonstration (Banana Peel Sour) and provides tips on sustainable … Continue reading

Free
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Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris

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

Every 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

FREE

BINGO for Books: Winter Edition

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

Program for families, kids, and teens! Bingo for books is fun for everyone! Bring your family and friends, play BINGO and earn books as your prize. Winners will be able … Continue reading

Free

7 Days of Holidays

The RiverLane 7 Main Street, Essex, United States

Join us at theRiverlane from 12/16-12/22 as we count down to the merriest week of the year with 7 Days of Holidays! Each day, our fabulous staff will spotlight a … Continue reading

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Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris

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

Every 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

FREE
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Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris

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

Every 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

FREE

Noon Year’s Eve Party

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

Program for families with kids ages 4 and up. Ring in the New Year early with a celebration just for kids! Join us for a fun-filled Noon Year’s Eve Party … Continue reading

Free

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