Featuring music of the Baroque Classical and Romantic periods, the Connecticut String Trio will perform at the Essex Library on May 18 at 1 pm. The trio is made up … Continue reading
Program for kids in Kindergarten and older. Roll up your sleeves and get crafty! In this session, we will use household materials to make our own tye-dye style pillowcases! Essex … Continue reading
Lana Bluege of Fierce Spirit Yoga will lead participants in a basic, gentle yoga class focused on mindfulness. This class is for those just starting to learn the practice of … Continue reading
The Essex Library Association will host a Meet Your Legislator meeting with Christine Palm, 36th district State Representative. Palm will provide insight as to the occurrences of the latest legislative … Continue reading
The Essex Library will host a group of Yale scientists to present the talk “En-LIGHT-tenment: Tracing Light from Computers to the Cosmos.” This is a free, public lecture series by … Continue reading
Program for kids in kindergarten and older. Enjoy a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) project at the library select Saturdays. This session we will be building, engineering, and … Continue reading
Lana Bluege of Fierce Spirit Yoga will lead participants in a basic, gentle yoga class focused on mindfulness. This class is for those just starting to learn the practice of … Continue reading
Program for kids ages 0-5, siblings always welcome! It’s National Sleepover Day! Celebrate at the Essex Library with a special pajama story time! Wear your pajamas, bring your stuffed friend, … Continue reading
Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door. You’re invited to join Nina Simon online as she chats about her lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur … Continue reading
The final episode of the 4-part 2017-2018 television mini-series will be screened in the program room of the Essex Library. This program is FREE and open to the public at … Continue reading
Master Gardener Kathy Connolly will be at the Essex Library to help participants learn how to support the natural process of pollination 365 days and 24/7 by following nature’s own … Continue reading
Program for kids in Kindergarten and older. Roll up your sleeves and get crafty! May the “4th” Be With You, young padawan. In celebration of Star Wars Day, this session … Continue reading
Lana Bluege of Fierce Spirit Yoga will lead participants in a basic, gentle yoga class focused on mindfulness. This class is for those just starting to learn the practice of … Continue reading
Program for kids ages 2-5. Join us for themed stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts! We’ll learn early literacy concepts like colors, shapes, opposites, the ABCs and much more, to prepare … Continue reading
Orlene Allen Gallops will be at the Essex Library to discuss her book, Hiding In Plain Sight: Bringing Our Jewish Family's Truth to Light. The book is Gallops' personal account … Continue reading
The third episode of the 4-part 2017-2018 television mini-series will be screened in the program room of the Essex Library.The screening of the last episode will take place on May … Continue reading
The second episode of the 4-part 2017-2018 television mini-series will be screened in the program room of the Essex Library.Screenings of the remaining episodes will take place on April 30 … Continue reading
Have you ever been intrigued by self-driving cars, mesmerized by virtual assistants or fascinated by how your social media knows exactly what you’re into? Join us as we hear from … Continue reading
In this 2 ½ hour workshop, fiber artist Sophia DeJesus-Sabella will teach participants how to mend fabrics using a beautiful, functional technique that incorporates embroidery stitches, weaving patterns, and color … Continue reading
We cannot wait for you to join us as we chat with award-winning and bestselling author Xochitl Gonzalez about her newest novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last. Anita de Monte … Continue reading
The first episode of the 4-part 2017-2018 television mini-series will be screened in the program room of the Essex Library. Screenings of the remaining episodes will take place on April … Continue reading
If you’re getting close to age 65 or would like to help a friend or family member enroll in Medicare, this informative talk will clear up many of your questions. … Continue reading
Learn how to take great photos with your smartphone camera! Topics for this 3-hour workshop include how to use the camera controls; basic photographic theory; smartphone camera apps; specific steps … Continue reading
Program for kids in Kindergarten and older. Roll up your sleeves and get crafty! In this session we will be using white crayons, tissue paper, and spray bottles to make … Continue reading
Join the Essex Library on April 12 at 1 PM for a screening of a recent comedy musical fantasy film, rated PG. Popcorn will be provided. Essex Library programs are … Continue reading
Program for kids ages 2-5. Join us for themed stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts! We’ll learn early literacy concepts like colors, shapes, opposites, the ABCs and much more, to prepare … Continue reading
Program for kids ages 4 and up, craft contains small parts. Celebrate National Pet Day at Essex Library! Kids will read the book Charlotte and the Rock, and become inspired … Continue reading
Join us for a one-of-a-kind conversation with National Book Award-winner Colum McCann as he is joined by Diane Foley, the inspiration behind the heartrending book American Mother. This program is … Continue reading
Join Essex Library for a 3-part Zoom series open to parents and teachers who would like to learn more information about reasons why their young readers may be struggling. Each … Continue reading
Program for ages 10-110! Join the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project (KSCPP) for a craft workshop to make a lotus flower lantern using colored paper and wire frames. Learn … Continue reading
Virtually step into the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History with Curator Paula Johnson as she discusses the book Smithsonian American Table: The Foods, People, and Innovations That Feed … Continue reading
Learn all about the next solar eclipse, happening April 8, 2024! Carol Ivers, planetarium and observatory director at Central Connecticut State University, will present a talk focused on the astronomical … Continue reading
Program for kids in pre-k and up. How to catch a leprechaun? It's tougher than you think! He'll turn your whole house upside down. He's quicker than a wink! Tomorrow … Continue reading
Join us for a free Essex Winter Series concert featuring Clarinetist Bixby Kennedy! According to Joseph Dalton of the Albany Times Union, Bixby is often admired for his “marvelous ringing … Continue reading
Program for kids in Kindergarten and older. Enjoy a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) project at the library select Saturdays. This session we will be exploring geometric shapes … Continue reading
Madison-based estate planning and elder law attorney Erin Duques will present a free Zoom program for the Essex Library on how to protect your house and assets from Connecticut's long-term … Continue reading
Program for families with kids of all ages. Leap Day only comes around once every 4 years, and in 4 years we change so much! Come to the library to … Continue reading
Program for kids ages 0-5. Leap into Leap Day 2024 and join us for Leap Day Froggy Story Time! Read some jumping good books, sing some songs, and make a … Continue reading
Program for kids in kindergarten and older. It’s National Pokémon Day, come celebrate at the library! Travel around the room to different stations to hatch Pokémon eggs, play Pokémon-themed games, … Continue reading
Program for kids in Kindergarten and older. Enjoy a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) project at the library select Saturdays. This session we will be exploring dactyloscopy, the … Continue reading
Program for kids age 8 and older. National Ukulele Day was earlier this month, but it’s never too late to celebrate! Want to try an instrument that is fun and … Continue reading
Program for kids in Kindergarten and older. Roll up your sleeves and get crafty! In this session, children are invited to use arts and crafts materials to create their very … Continue reading
Program for kids in kindergarten and above. Enjoy a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) project at the library select Saturdays. This session we will be experimenting with acids … Continue reading
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
Program for kids in grades 3-5. Join Miss Nicole, Essex Library’s Children’s Librarian, and Mrs. Vandermale, Essex Elementary School’s Math Specialist, for 8 weeks of math fun! Crazy 8’s is … Continue reading
Program for kids in grades K-2. Join Miss Nicole, Essex Library’s Children’s Librarian, and Mrs. Vandermale, Essex Elementary School’s Math Specialist, for 8 weeks of math fun! Crazy 8’s is … Continue reading
Program for families with kids age 3 and up. Craft contains small parts. February 3 is Take Your Child to the Library Day, and February is Random Acts of Kindness … Continue reading
Program recommended for kids ages 2-6, all are welcome! February is Random Acts of Kindness Month, and February 3 is Take Your Child to the Library Day! Celebrate at the … Continue reading
Essex Library's children's area has trains, toys, blocks, puzzles, and more for children of all ages to expand their curiosity, and try new things! Come to the library to play … Continue reading
It’s National Puzzle Day! Come celebrate at the Essex Library. Our program room will be filled with puzzles for kids, teens, and adults of all ages to complete! Put in … Continue reading
