The once Centerbrook Schoolhouse,  Essex Veterans Memorial Hall was established in 1946 with a continued purpose to provide refreshment, entertainment and social diversion of its members and guests as well as provide a meeting place, club rooms and equipment for the furthering of community activities and civic interests. Essex Veterans Memorial Hall has an inherent responsibility to financially or otherwise Read more...

Mihae Lee, artistic director The mission of Essex Winter Series is to bring the finest music, in live performance, to the Connecticut River Valley and Shoreline Region during the winter months and to cultivate its appreciation to the widest audience. Each season, between January and April, we present concerts that are renowned not only for their world-class artistic quality, but also for Read more...

Essex Yacht Sales is owned and led by Leslie Quarrier, CPYB. For over 25 years, Leslie has served buyers and sellers alike with her unique brand of boating knowledge, passion, and courtesy, earning the admiration of clients and fellow brokers throughout the US, by her unwavering professional values, her business success, and her warmth and charm. These qualities are reflected in Leslie’s loyal Read more...

Our church, like the love of God, is spacious and roomy. There is room for you, your questions and doubts, your faith and hope, your gifts and talents. You are invited! Read more...

Located in the heart of Essex Village, CT, Flow Essex Pilates, Yoga, Barre embodies the sensation of flow in nature and design. Rooted in the aspirations of founder Maura Gray, Flow has come to life with the help of its dedicated team members who all share one vision: to create a comfortable space for people to find their own path Read more...

Haystacks Brand is made in Suttons Bay, MI. We are a woman’s clothing store that has been in business for more than 10 years. You can shop our location in Essex as well as 7 locations in Michigan and one in Delray Beach, FL. We are most famous for our bias skirt collections: Switchstacks Reversibles and Brazilian Two Tones. We Read more...

A home for moon followers, tarot & oracle enthusiasts, practicing witches, soul seekers and all who are living with intention. Join us every Tuesday for a new episode of our podcast – This Magickal Life, the podcast – where we discuss happenings in the shop and all things magickal. Read more...

The Ivoryton Library was founded in 1871 and is still  housed in its original structure, built in l889. It has continued to function as a library for almost l50 years. The Ivoryton Library is a free library, open to the public, with over 12,000 books, magazines, museum passes, movies, music CDs and audio books and e-books available. A valid card Read more...

Often referred to as “a little known jewel on the Connecticut shoreline,” the Ivoryton Playhouse is a unique theater with a fascinating history and exciting future. Built in 1911 as a recreation hall for the workers for the Comstock-Cheney factory, the building hosted silent movies, dances, town meetings, and vaudeville shows. In 1930, under the direction of Milton Stiefel, the Read more...

The Ivoryton Tavern and Café is located in the Village of Ivoryton directly across from the Ivoryton Playhouse. We are a local restaurant and bar that is open 6 days a week serving our customers meals from Breakfast, lunch to Dinner.  Our menu is extensive and is composed of freshly made items like our award-winning hamburgers, soups, prime rib of Read more...

The Ivoryton Village Alliance is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization comprised of professionals, businesses, and their associates to provide networking opportunities and community support. The Alliance sponsors special community events throughout the year. Ivoryton Illuminations Farmer’s Market 4th of July Parade Dog Wash Assist with the Pumpkin Festival Contact: David Williams david@icrvradio.com Read more...

J. Alden Clothiers open its doors in 1993, and our intention has always been to offer the finest clothing and furnishings, while providing our clients the highest measure of attention possible. We have always been fortunate to have a large clientele from the Connecticut shore and from around the United States. Our business continues to grow thanks to the influx Read more...

AN AMERICAN ORIGINAL SINCE 1977 J.McLaughlin was founded in 1977 by brothers Jay and Kevin with a mission to create a new American sportswear brand that offers two key components: classic clothes with current relevance and a retail environment with a neighborhood feel. MONDAY – WEDNESDAY: 10am – 5:30pm, THURSDAY: 10am – 7pm,  FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 10am – 5:30pm, SUNDAY: Read more...

Joy Chocolate Co is in the historic “village” section of the magical town of Essex in Connecticut. Our shop sits inside a converted home dating back to the 1800’s, a historical landmark known as the “Farnham Parmelee Homestead.” We offer a variety of candy from the US and around the world including our own handmade chocolates and fudge. We also Read more...

Mahoney Sabol & Company, LLP provides comprehensive accounting, auditing, tax and business consulting services to a wide range of clients and industries. Founded in 1990, by James Mahoney and Michael Sabol, the Firm’s 40-plus accounting professionals and administrative support staff, led by 12 partners, serve clients throughout the region.  Our combination of local firm feel, national firm experience, and access Read more...

The Maritime Music & Tradition Society Corp. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization formed in 2021 for the purpose of preserving and encouraging maritime and traditional music through education, research, performance, and community. It holds an annual CT Sea Music Festival in downtown Essex on the second weekend in June (https://ctseamusicfest.org). It receives support from local businesses and state-wide agencies. Read more...

Family operated since 1977. Offering 48 slips in picturesque Middle Cove affording easy access to the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound. We can accommodate boats up to 40’ in length, have marina support facilities, wireless internet and are within walking distance to the shops and restaurants in Essex Village including the historic Griswold Inn and the Connecticut River Museum. Read more...

Founded in 2009, Old Beautiful specializes in carefully-selected antique objects with an emphasis on Americana.  We carry a general line of furniture, ceramics, glass, artwork, and metalwork to suit a wide range of tastes.  We buy outright or sell on consignment and also offer appraisal services.  Open by chance or appointment Monday and Tuesday, 11-5 Thursday – Sunday. Read more...

Olive Oyl’s is Celebrating our 25th Anniversary this year! Family owned and operated since 1991. Serving the best creative Chef prepared gourmet foods. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served daily. We’re well known for our fresh morning pastries , delicious breakfast sandwiches and Illy Coffee. Oversized creative lunch sandwiches, fresh healthy salads and soups. Scratch cookies and brownies. We have many Read more...

Located in the center of historic downtown Essex, One N Main offers unique and contemporary women’s clothing, jewelry, and accessories for women. One N Main offers a customized shopping experience that tailors to the needs of it’s clients. Deborah Thompson, owner, and her sales associates cater to them all: business women who want a classic, professional but unique look, vacationers Read more...

For over 20 years, Osage Advisors has helped the owners of midsize businesses get the most value when they sell their company. As a boutique advisory firm, Osage delivers an M&A service that matches that offered by large investment banks, but with hands-on service from senior-level executives at every stage of the transaction process. When you choose Osage to sell Read more...

The first end I propose in our daily work is to do the will of God; secondly, to do it in the manner he wills it; and thirdly to do it because it is his will. – Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Read more...

Serving clients in Florida, Massachusetts & Connecticut  With over 35 years’ experience, I am my client’s advocate in:  • designing and creating strategies to grow, preserve, and transfer clients’ wealth  • coordinating and collaborating ideas with existing advisors  • acting as the catalyst to ensure advisor’s work is completed  • on-going reviews of clients’ financial planning  • making future recommendations Read more...

Located at the top of Main Street in Essex Village, Pough Interiors provides all that is beautiful, comfortable, and inspiring for your home.  With years of experience, we offer full service professional interior design services for projects of all sizes. Our retail showroom offers traditional, transitional and contemporary furniture, lighting, home accessories, artwork, tableware and gifts. Our design ministrations include Read more...

Prestige Yacht Sales, one of New York/New England’s finest yacht brokerage firms for over twenty-six years, has three locations: Norwalk, Essex and Mystic, Connecticut. We are proud to be appointed the exclusive dealer for Beneteau Sail, Hunt Yachts and Southport Boats. Our experienced yacht brokers at Prestige Yacht Sales are all Certified Professional Yacht Brokers (CPYB) and members of The Yacht Brokers Association of America (YBAA). YBAA member Read more...

Located at the foot of Main Street in Essex, Privaters provides organic produce, groceries, provisions, and thin crust brick oven pizza for both the local and maritime community. Read more...

We are an evidence-based clinical holistic health and wellness spa that offers services to reset your mind, body, and spirit. Our team of dedicated practitioners represents the best of the best in each of their respective fields. Coupled with an exquisite atmosphere, we will develop your individualized treatment plan designed with innovative modern, holistic, and traditional methods that drive the Read more...

Maybe you’ve seen a need in your own community and wondered how you could help. Maybe you want to use your professional skills to help others — or even learn new skills. Maybe you’re seeking connections with other service-minded professionals in your community or abroad. Whatever your reason, joining Rotary can help you achieve these goals, and so much more. Read more...

A true boating retreat for rendezvous gatherings, yacht club festivities, waterfront weddings, and more. Quietly placed on its own 13-acre island, Safe Harbor Essex Island is a waterfront destination for locals and cruisers alike. Unwind by the oversized pool, enjoy a game of volleyball with family, or explore the vibrant village atmosphere in nearby Essex. Read more...

Your perfect day starts with delegating to us today. We are a personal, staffing, and travel concierge that meets all of your needs under one roof. Read more...

Savour brings the Charm of a French Bakery and Cafe to the heart of the CT River Valley. Located in Centerbrook, CT, we feature delicious desserts, sandwiches, salads & select daily entrees. We use only the freshest ingredients and skillfully handcraft all of our menu selections. We offer a warm and inviting atmosphere to sit and enjoy a bite, or Read more...

Enjoy authentic tavern cuisine, sports & entertainment, and a large selection of craft beers from local CT breweries. “Tavern Favorites” range from a selection of wood fired flat breads to higher-end steaks, chops and seafood entrees, including numerous gluten free and vegetarian items. Dine downstairs or enjoy a more casual dining experience upstairs in our bar. Live music, 14 widescreen TVs and Read more...

For over 28 years, ServiceMaster of Old Saybrook, Middletown, and Guilford has provided professional cleaning and disaster restoration services to homes and businesses throughout Middlesex County. Water and fire damage emergency cleanup, mold inspection and remediation, carpet and upholstery cleaning, and house wide cleanings are just some of the many services we provide with excellence. Our team of professionals have Read more...

For over 15 years, Shore Publishing, LLC, has provided the Connecticut shoreline with the best in uniquely local news and advertising. Starting in 1996 with one weekly newspaper serving Madison, Connecticut, Shore Publishing now provides an informative, targeted weekly newspaper to every home and business across our 16-town territory. In addition to publishing the newspapers of record in our communities, Read more...

Sister Cities Essex Haiti is a non-profit 501c3 organization whose goal is to sustain partnerships with the people of Deschapelles, Haiti which expand educational and cultural opportunities. Sister Cities Essex Haiti works to build cooperation between the people of these communities, enabling them to learn, work and solve problems together by collaborating with ODES, volunteer partners and with HAS through an Read more...

Spectrum Art Gallery in Essex, CT opened April 2014, an addition to the Arts Center Killingworth, a non-profit arts organization founded in 2003, serving the Connecticut shoreline and river valley from New Haven to Hartford, including Madison, Guilford, Chester and Old Saybrook. Spectrum showcases regional and national artists and artisans, both emerging and established. In addition to presenting painting, sculpture, Read more...

At Station 97, our restored and newly renovated venue has many original features of what it once was. 100 year old brick covers the walls and original factory equipment still remains in the building. This Main Street property housed the E.E. Dickinson Witch Hazel factory for approximately 100 years. Our venue offers a fun and unique space for weddings, birthday Read more...

Structural Graphics is the pioneer of the dimensional print marketing industry. It all started with a fascination of pop-up books and paper that led us to engineer a new medium for the world of advertising. For nearly 40 years, we’ve helped market many of the most influential brands. We’ve done this by delivering attention-getting solutions that stop people in their Read more...

Sullivan Financial is a Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) Firm by design. We are completely independent, transparent, and always operate in a fiduciary capacity; meaning we put our client’s best interest ahead of our own, with a legal and ethical obligation to do so. We are completely fee-based and offer no commissionable investments. Our independent structure means we have no parent Read more...

Surfridge East is a taproom and eatery nestled in the beautiful Witch Hazel Works property in Centerbrook, Connecticut. With a 10-barrel copper and brass system and a natural, airy vibe, the space reflects the connection between timeless New England sophistication with California roots. Fresh brews, wood-fired pizzas, and local oysters are just a few of the delicious items offered at the cozy Read more...

Sweet P’s is a family owned and operated ice cream parlor in the heart of charming Essex, CT. Established in 1989, Sweet P’s has been a favorite among regulars and tourists for over 30 years! Read more...

Founded in 1852, The First Congregational Church in Essex is an Open and Affirming congregation. We invite you to worship with us on Sundays at 10 am, with Communion on the first Sunday of each month. Church School is offered for children in K through 8th grade, with confirmation for those in 9th grade. Our music program encompasses adult, youth, Read more...

The historic Griswold Inn has been in continuous operation since 1776, providing comfortable beds, extraordinary meals and superb drink to seafarers and overland travelers. Situated in the heart of Essex village mere steps from the Connecticut River, The ‘Gris’ serves as a hub of community life. Its five distinct dining rooms collectively house one of the most important private maritime Read more...

The Griswold Inn Store ~ Goods & Curiosities, features an eclectic mix of products inspired by the Inn and New England – from their Early American and maritime heritage to Connecticut lifestyle and entertaining today.  Items include creatively-branded ‘Gris’ merchandise; hand-crafted and Connecticut-made products; limited edition prints of The Griswold Inn’s renowned art collection; home goods, select books, unique toys, Read more...

The Magnolia Agency is excited to announce the launch of their new independent insurance agency which offers commercial and personal lines along with member owned group captives. Co-founded by longtime friends and industry veterans Rich Varrato and Louis Gold CPCU, CLCS, Magnolia is looking to change how Connecticut residents view their relationship with insurance. Magnolia is an independent agency with Read more...