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SUMMARY:Essex Go Bragh Parade
DESCRIPTION:We’re officially thinking GREEN here at Essex Park and Recreation\, and that can only mean one thing…\nthe Essex Go Bragh Irish Parade is just under two months away! \n📅 Saturday\, March 21\, 2026\n⏰ Step-off at 11:00 AM\n📍 Starting at Essex Town Hall\, right through Essex Village \nThis beloved\, family-friendly tradition is one of our favorite days of the year\, and we truly hope you’ll join us for a morning filled with Irish spirit\, community pride\, and plenty of smiles. It’s been wonderful to hear from many past participants and a bunch of new ones already—thank you for the excitement and enthusiasm! \n✨ Please let us know as soon as possible if your group can participate this year.\nThe more marchers\, the merrier! \n🎉 Announcing Our 2026 Grand Marshal 🎉 \nEssex Park and Recreation is proud to announce that the America 250 Semi-Quincentennial Committee has been selected as the Grand Marshal of the 2026 Essex Go Bragh Parade! \nThis honor recognizes the committee’s incredible work in planning and coordinating local initiatives for America 250\, the nationwide commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States in 2026. Their efforts highlight Essex’s rich history while creating inclusive\, educational\, and community-focused opportunities for residents of all ages. \nMembers of the Essex America 250 Semi-Quincentennial Committee include:\n• Stacia Libby\n• Melissa Josefiak\n• Jacqui Hubbard\n• Alison Brinkmann\n• Maria Lucarelli\n• Courtney Parkerson\n• Carolyn Crehan\n• Elijah Arsenault\n• Alyson Finnegan \n🍀 Parade Details \nThe Grand Marshals will lead the parade through Essex Village on Saturday\, March 21\, stepping off at 11:00 AM from Essex Town Hall\, traveling through the village to Ferry Street\, turning up Pratt Street\, and disbursing at Cross Street. \nThis signature spring event will once again feature a lively mix of Irish dancers\, pipers and drum corps\, local nonprofits\, businesses\, students\, scouting organizations\, sports teams\, and community groups—and we’d love to add your group to that list! \nEveryone is welcome to attend\, and community members are encouraged to gather a group and march. Wear green\, bring banners\, wave flags\, play music\, and show off your Essex pride! 🍀🇺🇸 \n📞 Interested or have questions?\nPlease contact Mary Ellen Barnes\n📧 mbarnes@essexct.gov\n📞 860-767-4340 x110 \nAnd please feel free to share this invitation with any other community groups\, sports teams\, businesses\, or organizations who might want to join the fun—have them reach out for more information! \nWe can’t wait to celebrate Irish heritage\, American history\, and our amazing Essex community with you.\nLet’s make 2026 our biggest and best parade yet! \nSláinte \n 
URL:https://essexct.com/event/essex-go-bragh-parade-2/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Events,Sponsored Events
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SUMMARY:"Home for the Holidays" - Essex Board of Trade's Holiday Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a magical afternoon in downtown Essex filled with festive fun for the whole family on Small Business Saturday!  From pop-ups throughout town\, music galore\, a tree lighting\, and SANTA!\n\n\nCheck out the incredible list of participating merchants for Small Business Saturday: \nBrickside Pizza: Purchase a $50 gift card and receive an additional $10. One day ONLY! \nCortland Park: 20% Off All Sweaters \nCT River Artisans: Stop by from 3pm – 7pm to make your own glass ornament to take home! Many unique gift items will be found here. Looking forward to seeing you! \nDrift: stay tuned for details! \nEmmy’s on Main: Say “Holiday Stroll” for 10% off your purchase! \nGrace & Haven: Gift with Purchase \nGriswold Inn Store: In-Store Raffle\, Ticket with Every Purchase! \nHomeward Collective: stay tuned for details! \nHosting Company: 10% Off Retail Items \nHouse of the Triple Moon: Tiered Gift with Purchase; Spend $33 or more- crystal and herb infused candle\, $66 or more – $10 gift card\, $111 or more – hottm tote bag. \nJ. McLaughlin: $100 off when you spend $400! In-Store Raffle\, No purchase necessary! Pop-up with Mimosa Floristry – meet Owner Jennifer Gross and see her beautiful displays! \nJOY Chocolate Co: Fudge samples! And 4 pieces of Fudge for $16! \nMagnolia Agency: Pop-Up Location TBD \nNoah’s at 63 Main: Jingle Bar After-Party \nThe RiverLane is having 35% in-store (some exclusions apply) with sales up to 60% off! Whimsically Tipsy will be there and they are having a raffle (no purchase necessary)
URL:https://essexct.com/event/home-for-the-holidays-essex-board-of-trades-holiday-stroll/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events,Sponsored Events
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SUMMARY:Girls' Night Out in Essex!
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, November 12th at 5pm\, Girl’s Night Out (GNO) with The-E-List will mark the official launch of the holiday season in Essex\, sponsored by Essex Bank and the Essex Board of Trade\, The event includes Essex Board of Trade (EBOT) merchants in Essex Village on Main Street and North Main Street\, plus DRIFT in Safe Harbor Dauntless Marina. This year\, GNO will have 2 check-in locations\, from 5:00pm – 6:30pm\, where attendees can pick up a sticker and qualify for 20% discount off merchandise: \n\nMeet your friends at The Wine Bar at The Griswold Inn for 1/2 price wine! PLUS\, The Wine Bar is the perfect spot to unwind after shopping and enjoy dinner with your girlfriends. Reservations are a must: 860.767.1776.\nIf you prefer to start shopping at the top of Main Street\, Prive-Swiss Wellness MedSpa\, will also be issuing 20%-off stickers between 5pm and 6:30pm.\n\nMany thanks to the Essex Garden Club and EBOT who’ll be decorating with greenery\, lights and ribbon to create a festive streetscape for GNO and the 2025 holiday season. \nParticipants: \n\nBluegill Home\nConnecticut River Museum\nCortland Park\nDrift\nEmmy’s on Main\nEssex Art Association\, presenting “Double Visions” by Brian McClear & Peter Christ\nFLOW Essex\nGoods & Curiosities – The Griswold Inn Store\nGrace & Haven\nHaystacks\nHomeward Collective\nJ. Alden Clothiers\nJ. McLaughlin\nJOY Chocolate Co\nPort + W I L L O W\nPough Interiors\nPrive-Swiss Medspa\nSullivan Financial\nThe Griswold Inn Wine Bar\nThe RiverLane
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LOCATION:Essex Village
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SUMMARY:Sidewalk Sale!
DESCRIPTION:Stroll through the village and shop for seasonal savings from your favorite local businesses\, discovering hidden gems along the way. Participating businesses in downtown Essex will be exploding with specials and sales. Don’t miss out on the good finds at this annual sidewalk sale event! \nParticipating merchants include:\nBluegill Home\nCenterbrook Cheese Shop\nConnecticut River Museum\nEmmy’s on Main\nEssex Art Association\nGoods & Curiosities – The Griswold Inn Store\nGrace & Haven\nHomeward Collective\nhouse of the triple moon\nJ Alden Clothiers\nJ McLaughlin\nJOY Chocolate Co\nP O R T + W I L L O W | Boutique\nThe RiverLane\nToys Ahoy!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/sidewalk-sale/2025-07-27/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events,Sponsored Events
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SUMMARY:Sidewalk Sale!
DESCRIPTION:Stroll through the village and shop for seasonal savings from your favorite local businesses\, discovering hidden gems along the way. Participating businesses in downtown Essex will be exploding with specials and sales. Don’t miss out on the good finds at this annual sidewalk sale event! \nParticipating merchants include:\nBluegill Home\nCenterbrook Cheese Shop\nConnecticut River Museum\nEmmy’s on Main\nEssex Art Association\nGoods & Curiosities – The Griswold Inn Store\nGrace & Haven\nHomeward Collective\nhouse of the triple moon\nJ Alden Clothiers\nJ McLaughlin\nJOY Chocolate Co\nP O R T + W I L L O W | Boutique\nThe RiverLane\nToys Ahoy!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/sidewalk-sale/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events,Sponsored Events
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SUMMARY:Sidewalk Sale!
DESCRIPTION:Stroll through the village and shop for seasonal savings from your favorite local businesses\, discovering hidden gems along the way. Participating businesses in downtown Essex will be exploding with specials and sales. Don’t miss out on the good finds at this annual sidewalk sale event! \nParticipating merchants include:\nBluegill Home\nCenterbrook Cheese Shop\nConnecticut River Museum\nEmmy’s on Main\nEssex Art Association\nGoods & Curiosities – The Griswold Inn Store\nGrace & Haven\nHomeward Collective\nhouse of the triple moon\nJ Alden Clothiers\nJ McLaughlin\nJOY Chocolate Co\nP O R T + W I L L O W | Boutique\nThe RiverLane\nToys Ahoy!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/sidewalk-sale/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events,Sponsored Events
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