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
Essex Library will host the first session of our Art Explorers series on Saturday, June 24 at 10 AM. Each session will focus on a famous artist and how they … Continue reading
Essex: Essex Library will host Medicare Educator Sara Mitchell of the Hartford HealthCare Medicare Education Department for her presentation of Medicare 101: Understanding Your Options on June 22 at 7:00 … Continue reading
Come explore the world of anime & manga with us at Essex Library’s Teen Anime & Manga Club! Try something new, share ones you enjoy, and hang out with others … Continue reading
Essex Library begins its 2-part Voices of History series with Stories in the Stitches; a craft program for kids ages 5-8, presented by Connecticut Historical Society and Museum, on Thursday, … Continue reading
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
Essex Library will host “Signing Rocks!” an American Sign Language Class, on Tuesday, June 20 from 3-3:45 PM on Zoom. Program presented by Signing Basics®. For this class, the vocabulary … Continue reading
Join park ranger Shaun Roche of Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge and Great Thicket National Wildlife Refuge at the Essex Library on June 15 at 7:00 p.m. as he … Continue reading
The environmental, recreational, and economic value of our local waterways will be discussed in person at the Essex Library on June 14, at 7:00 p.m. Essex Library is partnering with … Continue reading
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.
The Essex Library is kicking off summer with sweet treats and an eclectic mix of jazz favorites played by Shoreline Jazz Quartet on June 4 at 4:00 p.m. Bring a … Continue reading
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.
Essex Library will host a Distracted Driving program for teens in grades 9-12 on May 25 from 4-5 PM. Participants are invited to join Jennifer Monahan BSN, Trauma Quality PI … Continue reading
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.
Essex Library will host Terrific Toddlers and Twos: a discussion for parents, on Wednesday, May 24 at 6:30 PM on Zoom. Parents: Explore what makes toddlers unique and fun! Families … Continue reading
As the invasion of Ukraine by Russia extends into a second year, Essex Library has invited Professor Peter Rutland provide an update on the war on May 23 at 7:00 … Continue reading
Essex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in Kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, May 20, at 10 AM. In this session, children will explore the science of … Continue reading
Essex Library will host Endangered Animals; presented by Shaun Roche of the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge, on Friday, May 19, from 4-5 PM. When you hear the word … Continue reading
Essex Library will host Pet Professions; a program presented by the Connecticut Humane Society, for children and teens in grades 5-12 on Wednesday, May 17, from 4:30-5:30 PM. Participants are … Continue reading
Essex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in Kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, May 13, at 10 AM. In this session, children will explore the science of … Continue reading
Our understanding of jazz isn’t complete without highlighting the influence and contributions of women. On Thursday, May 11, 7:00 p.m. on Zoom, Essex Library will host Galen Abdur-Razzaq, renowned flutist … Continue reading
Essex Library will host a May session of Louie Listens, an opportunity for kids & teens to read with a local, licensed therapy dog, on Thursday, May 11, 2023 from … Continue reading
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.
Essex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in Kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, May 6, at 10 AM. In this session, children will explore coding while making … Continue reading
Foster your appreciation for all the birds in your own back yard with nature writer Robert Tougias, author or Birder on Berry Lane: Three Acres, Twelve Months, Thousands of Birds, … Continue reading
Celebrate Star Wars Day with Essex Library a day early. Tweens in grades 4-8 are invited to the library on Wednesday, May 3 from 4:00-5:00 PM for Star Wars Minute-to-Win-It … Continue reading
Planning on enjoying award-winning lobster rolls in Maine this summer? How about a ‘red snapper’ hot dog? On May 2 at 7:00 p.m., Essex Library hosts Mike Urban, author of … Continue reading
Celebrate Children’s Book Week at the Essex Library with a Star Wars Scavenger Hunt! During the week of May 1-6, children of all ages are invited to the Essex Library … Continue reading
Essex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, April 29, at 10 AM. In this session, children will explore electricity and paper … Continue reading
Essex Library will host a program to celebrate Superhero Day, a national holiday that celebrates all things Marvel on Friday, April 28, from 3:30-4:30 PM. Tweens will test their Marvel … Continue reading
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.
Ours is not the only period in history that has grappled with the devastating effects of infectious disease. On April 27 at 7:00 p.m., Essex Library will host local author … Continue reading
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.
Essex Library will host a Toilet Learning discussion for parents, presented by 2-1-1 Childcare, on Wednesday, April 26 from 6:30-7:30 PM on Zoom. Parents: Do you know how to … Continue reading
Essex Library’s Do Good Days in April is all about helping the environment in our community! On Earth Day, April 22, from 1-2 PM, teens in grades 9-12 are invited … Continue reading
Essex Library continues its STEAM Saturdays series for children in kindergarten through grade 6 on Saturday, April 22, at 10 AM. In this session, children will explore Earth science and … Continue reading
Dan Williams, a Certified Instructor with the Square Foot Gardening Foundation, says, “Gardening should be fun, not just a lot of work!” Join Dan at the Essex Library to learn … Continue reading
Essex Library will host an All About Credit program for teens in grades 9-12 on April 19 from 5-6 PM. Participants are invited to join Banking Outreach Coordinator Kathleen Titsworth … Continue reading
Essex Library will host a Financial Fraud Bingo program for teens in grades 9-12 on April 18 from 5-6 PM. Participants are invited to join Banking Outreach Coordinator Kathleen Titsworth … Continue reading
A free Authors In Conversation event on “The Exceptions” with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Kate Zernike and former Editor of The New York Times Book Review Sam Tanenhaus at 4 p.m. April 15, at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave.
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
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
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
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.
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.
Essex Library will host Pets and Caring Kids, a program presented by the Connecticut Humane Society, for children in preschool-grade 3 on Tuesday, April 11, from 2:00-3:00 PM. Pets are … Continue reading
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
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
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.
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.
