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STEAM Saturdays Series: Un-poppable Bubbles

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

Essex: STEAM Saturdays series for kids continues with un-poppable bubbles at the Essex Library on February 25, at 10:00 AM. Children are invited to explore how soap molecules are formed, and experiment with household ingredients to create bubbles that don’t pop. Free and open to children in kindergarten through grade 6. Registration required. Call 860-767-1560 to register. Held at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave.

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Basic Principles of Photography Workshops with Richard Spearrin

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

Essex Library: Free, two-part hands-on instruction on using camera features and basic elements of composition to take great photos. February 25 and March 11, 1:00-2:30, in person at Essex Library, 33 West Avenue, Essex. Registration required. RSVP: 860-767-1560 or visit https://www.youressexlibrary.org/

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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 →

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Wiggle Worms Storytime

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

New weekly play-based music and movement story time for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers (ages 0-3). This story time will take place every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM starting April 5. Held in-person in the program room at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. RSVP at 860-767-1560.

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Essex Library’s Second Annual Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament

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

Essex Library will host its second annual jigsaw puzzle tournament from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 4 at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Teams of 2-4 people will compete for prizes and bragging rights. Space is limited, registration is required. 860-767-1560.

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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 →

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Wiggle Worms Storytime

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

New weekly play-based music and movement story time for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers (ages 0-3). This story time will take place every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM starting April 5. Held in-person in the program room at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. RSVP at 860-767-1560.

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STEAMgirls at CRM: Erica Cirino

STEAMgirls participants meet and speak with accomplished young women, learning first-hand about the career successes women are experiencing in all areas of STEAM; providing young girls with knowledge that may ignite their passion for the future. A virtual program to serve girls, age 10-16, interested in studying the academic areas of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. This week, Erica Cirino is a writer, artist, and wildlife rehabilitator.

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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.

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Basic Principles of Photography Workshops with Richard Spearrin

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

Essex Library: Free, two-part hands-on instruction on using camera features and basic elements of composition to take great photos. February 25 and March 11, 1:00-2:30, in person at Essex Library, 33 West Avenue, Essex. Registration required. RSVP: 860-767-1560 or visit https://www.youressexlibrary.org/

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Acrylic Paint Party at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Join us for a delightful introduction to acrylic painting. Artist Gloria Nilsson will lead you step by step through the painting process and you will go home with a beautiful painting when you are done! Whether you are a beginner and have never held a paintbrush in your life or have painting experience. This is your chance to find out what everyone is talking about and dive into acrylic painting!

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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 →

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Wiggle Worms Storytime

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

New weekly play-based music and movement story time for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers (ages 0-3). This story time will take place every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM starting April 5. Held in-person in the program room at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. RSVP at 860-767-1560.

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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
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Wiggle Worms Storytime

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

New weekly play-based music and movement story time for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers (ages 0-3). This story time will take place every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM starting April 5. Held in-person in the program room at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. RSVP at 860-767-1560.

Spectrum Art Gallery Exhibit Opens March 24

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Power and Strength, from March 24 through May 6. The exhibit presents the many ways artists explore the concepts of “power” and “strength”, with the six-week show offering innovative and commanding artwork to illustrate these ideas. Discover exciting established and emerging artists who create abstract and representational paintings, mixed media, photography, and more. Attend the Open Reception, Friday, March 24 (6:30-9pm) or visit the Open House Weekend, Saturday, March 25 (1-6pm) and Sunday, March 26 (1-5pm) at 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, Connecticut.

Daffodil Days 2023

Essex, CT

Make Essex your "daffodil destination!"  Essex Board of Trade invites you for a day trip or weekend to enjoy this natural event, as well as our villages, shops, restaurants, galleries, architecture, and waterfront. In other words, Experience Essex! 

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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
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Wiggle Worms Storytime

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

New weekly play-based music and movement story time for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers (ages 0-3). This story time will take place every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM starting April 5. Held in-person in the program room at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. RSVP at 860-767-1560.

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Acrylic Studio at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

The focus will be on enjoying the painting process. Whether you are beginning your painting journey or already have some painting experience. Painting demonstrations and the instructor painting along builds … Continue reading →

$160
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Teen Book Club

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

The 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.

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Teen TGIF

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

Teen 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.

How to Paint a Bunny in Watercolor Workshop with Bivenne Harvey Staiger

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

Hop into Spring by learning how to paint a bunny in watercolor! The techniques we’ll use to paint a rabbit can be applied to painting other furry creatures, so prepare to be inspired. Basic drawing skills are encouraged but not necessary. Instructor will provide the reference from which the student will make a contour (outline) drawing before class. Material list available upon registration.

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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
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Wiggle Worms Storytime

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

New weekly play-based music and movement story time for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers (ages 0-3). This story time will take place every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM starting April 5. Held in-person in the program room at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. RSVP at 860-767-1560.

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Acrylic Studio at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

The focus will be on enjoying the painting process. Whether you are beginning your painting journey or already have some painting experience. Painting demonstrations and the instructor painting along builds … Continue reading →

$160

The Legend of Georgia McBride

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

By Matthew López Casey is an Elvis impersonator with everything going for him, including a flashy sequin jumpsuit. But just like that, he loses his gig, rent is overdue, and … Continue reading →

Free

Salt Marsh Haymaking in the Northeast

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

Did you know that our salt marshes - home to fish, birds, crabs and turtles - were actually used for agriculture over hundreds of years? Well into the 20th century, … Continue reading →

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Get Golf Ready!

Essex Indoor Golf 23 Saybrook Road, Essex, CT, United States
$25

Tween Robotics Workshop

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

Essex Library will host a robotics workshop for children in grades 4-8 on Saturday, April 8, from 10:00 AM-12:30 PM. Participants will explore and expand coding skills in this fun, … Continue reading →

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Take a Selfie on Daffodil Hill!

Essex Congregational Church 6 Methodist Hill, Essex, United States

In November of 2020, The Essex Foundation’s Board of Directors approved plans to continue its community beautification work with the planting of 5,000 daffodil bulbs on the hill owned by … Continue reading →

Free
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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

Great Decisions Discussion Series

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

Essex Library and Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC), will host Political Affairs Council’s 8-part Great Decisions discussion series beginning with Energy Geopolitics, April 11, 6 p.m. at Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Go beyond the headlines and discuss eight of the most critical issues facing America.

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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.

Meet in the Middle: Paper Circuits

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

Essex Library hosts a monthly program for kids in grades 6-8. April’s session is Wednesday, April 12, from 4:00-5:00 PM. Participants will learn a new game, skill, or hobby each … Continue reading →

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Acrylic Studio at Spectrum Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT, United States

The focus will be on enjoying the painting process. Whether you are beginning your painting journey or already have some painting experience. Painting demonstrations and the instructor painting along builds … Continue reading →

$160

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.

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Louie Listens

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

Essex Library will host Louie Listens; an opportunity for kids & teens to read with a local, licensed therapy dog, on Thursday, April 13, 2023 from 5:00 PM- 6:00 PM. … Continue reading →

Free

Steam Saturdays Series: Robotic Hand Model

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

Essex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, April 15, at 10:00 AM. In this session, children will explore how bones, muscles, … Continue reading →

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