Essex Library

Level up your math skills over the summer! From energetic games like "Bouncy Dice Explosion" to creative challenges like "Pirate Treasure Hunt," there's something for every young mathematician. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Grade K-2 club is for kids who have just completed grades K-2. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Level up your math skills over the summer! From energetic games like "Bouncy Dice Explosion" to creative challenges like "Pirate Treasure Hunt," there's something for every young mathematician. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Grade 3-5 club is for kids who have just completed grades 3-5. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Join us at Essex Library on select Mondays in August for a 3-part meditation series led by local Meditation Coach, Caryl Horner. Meditation has proven to be a practice that helps to reduce stress and improve physical, mental and emotional health. The series, consisting of three 45-minute classes, will progressively lead participants through an introduction to the practice. Monday, August 18 “Creating Your Meditation Practice” This class will cover the benefits of regular meditation, the details on the frequency, length of time, etc. of a regular individual meditation practice, as well as a resource list on meditation. About Caryl Horner Caryl helps people learn how to meditate individually and in groups, and assists them to develop and continue this practice. She owns The Dharma Room, a meditation business in Chester. She has worked in healthcare for more than 40 years. She has a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Connecticut College and a PhD in Psychology from the University of Connecticut.

Program for families with kids of all ages. See movie titles and descriptions for ratings. Celebrate the Summer Reading theme of “Level Up at Your Library” with family-friendly movies surrounding the theme based around puzzles, board games, and video games! Popcorn provided. Click here for movie title, description, and age rating. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. No registration is required.  

Level up your math skills over the summer! From energetic games like "Bouncy Dice Explosion" to creative challenges like "Pirate Treasure Hunt," there's something for every young mathematician. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Grade K-2 club is for kids who have just completed grades K-2. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Level up your math skills over the summer! From energetic games like "Bouncy Dice Explosion" to creative challenges like "Pirate Treasure Hunt," there's something for every young mathematician. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. Grade 3-5 club is for kids who have just completed grades 3-5. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Join us at Essex Library on select Mondays in August for a 3-part meditation series led by local Meditation Coach, Caryl Horner. Meditation has proven to be a practice that helps to reduce stress and improve physical, mental and emotional health. The series, consisting of three 45-minute classes, will progressively lead participants through an introduction to the practice. Monday, August 18 “Creating Your Meditation Practice” This class will cover the benefits of regular meditation, the details on the frequency, length of time, etc. of a regular individual meditation practice, as well as a resource list on meditation. About Caryl Horner Caryl helps people learn how to meditate individually and in groups, and assists them to develop and continue this practice. She owns The Dharma Room, a meditation business in Chester. She has worked in healthcare for more than 40 years. She has a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Connecticut College and a PhD in Psychology from the University of Connecticut.