Nature Celebrates
Finally, Summer has arrived. We welcome it and so does Nature. Trees leaf out, flowers bloom, grass grows. Celebrate the season’s arrival as the Gallery turns into a Summer delight! … Continue reading
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3 events,
Grove Street Story Time
The Essex Library will host a weekly children’s story time on Thursday mornings June 22- August 10 at 10 AM. Bring a blanket to sit on while we read books … Continue reading
Free
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
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
5 events,
Teen Bring Back Your Own Book Club
Teen Bring Back Your Own Book Club
Do you like the idea of joining a book club, but aren't sure you could commit to reading the assigned book each time? Then this new casual book club is … Continue reading
Free
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Shanties & Sails: Johnson Girls
Shanties & Sails: Johnson Girls
Shanties & Sails are back! Enjoy an evening of Sea Shanties. 🎼 Hear talented shanty and sea-song musicians for a FREE one hour live performance. Add onto your evening to … Continue reading
Free – $25
4 events,
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Homeschool Programming: Water Water Everywhere
Homeschool Programming: Water Water Everywhere
Visit our new exhibit Water/Ways. After the visit, learn about watersheds, the power of water, and the value of water. Create your own watershed on our interactive stream table and … Continue reading
$15.00 – $25.00
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Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series
Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series
Our Tuesday Night Concert in Ivoryton features local artists; 6/28 John Mortorelli & Friends 7/11 Long Island Sound 7/25 Southern Voice 8/8 Blue Cherry Each of this year’s 10 concerts … Continue reading
Free
5 events,
The Sound of Music
Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse One of the most beloved musicals of all time! In Austria, 1938, an exuberant … Continue reading
Free
Teen Poetry Club: Blackout Poetry
Teen Poetry Club: Blackout Poetry
Essex Library will host the first session of Teen Poetry Club on Thursday June 29 at 4 PM. Each session will focus on a different type of poetry. Teens will … Continue reading
Free
Teen Book Club
Teen Book Club
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.
6 events,
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
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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Find Your Voice Through The Arts: Family Sculpting Workshop
Find Your Voice Through The Arts: Family Sculpting Workshop
Essex Library will host a family sculpting workshop as part of their “Find Your Voice through the Arts” program series on June 30 from 4-5 PM. Come to the library … Continue reading
Free
4 events,
Art Explorers: Alma Thomas and Color Field Painting
Art Explorers: Alma Thomas and Color Field Painting
Essex Library will host the second session of our Art Explorers series on Saturday, July 1 at 10 AM. Each session will focus on a famous artist and how they … Continue reading
Free
5 events,
Teen Art Club
Teen Art Club
Do you love art? Are you looking for a good time or space to work on your projects? Then come hang out and chat with your fellow artists at Teen … Continue reading
Free
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
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
6 events,
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Essex Auto Club Annual July 4th Car Show
Essex Auto Club Annual July 4th Car Show
Celebrating the Club’s 15th year, the Essex Auto Club Annual Car Show will once again be held on the grounds of the Connecticut River Museum in historic Essex Connecticut on Tuesday, July 4th from 10:00am-2:00pm.
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Essex Auto Club Annual July 4th Car Show
Essex Auto Club Annual July 4th Car Show
For its 15th year, the Essex Auto Club Annual Car Show will once again be held on the grounds of the Connecticut River Museum in historic Essex Connecticut on Tuesday, … Continue reading
$5 – $20.
5 events,
American Sign Language Story Time with ASL Interpreter Janice Knauth
American Sign Language Story Time with ASL Interpreter Janice Knauth
Essex Library will host the second session of our Multilingual Story Time series on Wednesday July 5 at 4:30 PM. Each session will focus on a different language. Children will … Continue reading
Free
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Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series: Middletown Symphonic Band
Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series: Middletown Symphonic Band
This was the event description that was submitted: The Middletown Symphonic Band of Middletown, CT, USA has been providing Connecticut residents and visitors with an excellent variety of music since … Continue reading
Free
7 events,
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Adult Yoga – in the Park Weather Permitting
Adult Yoga – in the Park Weather Permitting
Pre-Registration is required for all 4 weekly sessions. Drop-in is not availableYoga in the park weather permitting -This Yoga Class will introduce students to the many benefits of yoga. It will combine asana (yoga … Continue reading
$65
Sounds of Nature with Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
Sounds of Nature with Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
Essex Library will host the first session of their Animal Voices series on Thursday July 6 at 3 PM. The theme for Summer Reading this year is Find Your Voice; … Continue reading
Free
Adult Craft: Mixed-Media Collage
Adult Craft: Mixed-Media Collage
Start the summer off right with a fun, mixed-media, summer collage craft! Meet with fellow crafters for an hour of hands-on, beach-inspired art for all skill levels. Essex Library will … Continue reading
Free
5 events,
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
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
Pratt House Pollinator Garden Storywalk®
Pratt House Pollinator Garden Storywalk®
The Essex Library, in partnership with Essex Land Trust and Essex Historical Society, will host a guided StoryWalk® at the Pratt House Pollinator Garden on July 7 at 4 PM. … Continue reading
Free
4 events,
Art Explorers: Sol Lewitt and Color Bands
Art Explorers: Sol Lewitt and Color Bands
Essex Library will host the second session of our Art Explorers series on Saturday, July 8 at 10 AM. Each session will focus on a famous artist and how they … Continue reading
Free
4 events,
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Artist of the Month: Peter Simoncini
Artist of the Month: Peter Simoncini
Come celebrate with us! Connecticut River Artisans Co-op is proud to salute our member artists with an Artist of the Month reception beginning on Sunday, July 9 from 1:00 to 4:00. … Continue reading
Free
5 events,
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Preschool STEAM Lab
Preschool STEAM Lab
Come explore the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) with us through fun experiments and activities! This month, kids will learn about buoyancy by testing if a … Continue reading
Free
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
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
6 events,
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“Signing Rocks!” with Signing Basics®
“Signing Rocks!” with Signing Basics®
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
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Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series: Long Island Sound
Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series: Long Island Sound
Long Island Sound Band - Versatile and popular, this premiere group has entertained audiences at weddings, social events, and clubs throughout New England. The band was formed in 1974 by … Continue reading
Free
6 events,
The Writer’s Block
The Writer’s Block
If you need time and a place to focus on your writing, the library has set aside a block of time just for you with a new interest group for … Continue reading
Free
Teen Advisory Board Informational Meeting
Teen Advisory Board Informational Meeting
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.
Spanish Story Time with Señor Callahan from Essex Elementary
Spanish Story Time with Señor Callahan from Essex Elementary
Essex Library will host the third session of our Multilingual Story Time series on Wednesday, July 12 at 4:30 PM. Each session focuses on a different language. For this session, … Continue reading
Free
5 events,
Teen Poetry Club: Paint Chip Poetry
Teen Poetry Club: Paint Chip Poetry
Essex Library will host the second session of Teen Poetry Club on Thursday, July 13 at 4 PM. Each session focuses on a different type of poetry. Teens will learn … Continue reading
Free
Young at Heart Book Club
Young at Heart Book Club
Join us for Essex Library's Young at Heart Book Club! A book club for adults who enjoy reading young adult and new adult literature. We hope to see you there … Continue reading
Free
4 events,
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
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
4 events,
Art Explorers: Louise Nevelson and Found Object Sculpture
Art Explorers: Louise Nevelson and Found Object Sculpture
Essex Library wraps up their Art Explorers series on Saturday, July 15 at 10 AM. For the last session, we’ll look at sculpture artist Louise Nevelson, whose monochromatic wood sculptures … Continue reading
Free
5 events,
Teen Game Night – Push The Button
Teen Game Night – Push The Button
Come play Push the Button with us at Teen Game Night! Your ship has been invaded by aliens who look just like your best friends! Luckily, the ship’s AI, DODE … Continue reading
Free
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
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
4 events,
Stories in the Stitches
Stories in the Stitches
Essex Library will host Stories in the Stitches; a craft program presented by the Connecticut Historical Society and Museum, on Wednesday, July 19 at 4 PM, held at the Essex … Continue reading
Free
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Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series: Leaf Jumpers
Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series: Leaf Jumpers
The Leaf Jumpers - The band was formed in the fall of 1995 out of the ashes of Quatrain, a high school/college band that singer/guitarist Chris Marra had formed in … Continue reading
Free
3 events,
Inside Government with Connecticut Historical Society
Inside Government with Connecticut Historical Society
Essex Library ends its 2-part Voices of History series with Inside Government; a history program, presented by the Connecticut Historical Society and Museum, on Thursday, July 20, at 4 PM, … Continue reading
Free
4 events,
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
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
Hindi Story Time
Hindi Story Time
Join the Essex Library for a Hindi Storytime on July 21 at 4:00 PM, as part of our Multilingual Story Time Series. Each session of this series will focus on … Continue reading
Free
3 events,
Creative Dance with River Valley Dance Project
Creative Dance with River Valley Dance Project
Essex Library will host a Creative Dance Workshop on Saturday, July 22 at 10 AM. Kids will be introduced to basic movement skills in a group environment that will foster … Continue reading
Free
2 events,
4 events,
Future Artists
Future Artists
Encourage your future artist to get creative as we explore different arts and crafts! This month, kids will get to make and decorate their own homemade fans. This free event … Continue reading
Free
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
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
5 events,
Teen Bring Your Own Book Club
Teen Bring Your Own Book Club
Do you like the idea of joining a book club, but aren't sure you could commit to reading the assigned book each time? Then this new casual book club is … Continue reading
Free
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Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series: Southern Voice
Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series: Southern Voice
Southern Voice - A contemporary Country Cover band that plays all the chart hits today, as well as some other genres of music to keep the crowd up and on … Continue reading
Free
2 events,
3 events,
Teen Anime & Manga Club
Teen Anime & Manga Club
Come explore the world of anime & manga with us at Essex Library’s Teen Anime & Manga Club! Try something new, share the ones you enjoy, and hangout with others … Continue reading
Free
4 events,
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
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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Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale
Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale
Annual Summer Sidewalk SaleFriday - Sunday, July 28th - 30thBig Savings at the Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale in Essex!!! Merchant Sales Racks will be stocked with major markdowns.Make it a … Continue reading
3 events,
Create Your Own Dance with River Valley Dance Project
Create Your Own Dance with River Valley Dance Project
Essex Library will host a Create Your Own Dance Workshop on Saturday, July 29 at 10 AM. Students will be supported to create their own dance by learning foundational choreography … Continue reading
Free
2 events,
2 events,
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
Sea Chanteys at The Gris
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
3 events,
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“Signing Rocks!” with Signing Basics®
“Signing Rocks!” with Signing Basics®
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
2 events,
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Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series: Local Honey
Essex Park and Recreation Summer Concert Series: Local Honey
LOCAL HONEY - “Proving the axiom, you get what you give, Local Honey gives an outstandingly inspired performance.” With music that attempts to reconcile through melody and poetry, the fine … Continue reading
Free
3 events,
Psychedelic ’60’s at The Gris
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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Find Your Voice Through The Arts: Family Painting Workshop
Find Your Voice Through The Arts: Family Painting Workshop
Essex Library will host a family painting workshop as part of their “Find Your Voice through the Arts” program series on August 4 from 3-5 PM. Families are invited to … Continue reading
Free
