Library Events

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Essex Library Association. All events are free and open to the public!

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Little Learners: Trains (Ages 2-5)
11:00 AM
Little Learners: Trains (Ages 2-5)
Friday, May 2, 11:00 AMLittle Learners: Tra
Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages 2-5.All aboard for a fun-filled train-themed story time, where kids can enjoy exciting train tales, sing railroad songs, and go on a pretend journey full of adventure!Join us for themed stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts! We’ll learn early literacy concepts like colors, s...read more
Centerbrook Architects Lecture Series: The Sagrada Familia
6:30 p.m.
Centerbrook Architects Lecture Series: The Sagrada Familia
Friday, May 2, 6:30 p.m.Centerbrook Architec
Centerbrook Architects 67 Main St. Centerbrook, CT
Architectural historian Dr. Chuck Benson returns to the Essex Library’s design lecture series to present an illustrated talk on Antoni Gaudi and the Basilica Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain. Benson will review the background and latest developments in the construction of the Basilica,...read more
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Saturday Book Group
9:30 AM
 Saturday Book Group
Saturday, May 3, 9:30 AMSaturday Book Group
Essex Library Association
The Saturday Book Group meets in the Library’s conference room. This group reads the same book as the First Thursday book group. Adult Services Librarian Elizabeth Reinhart moderates the discussion. If you would like to join by Zoom, please email Elizabeth at ereinhart@essexlib.org for a Zoom ...read more
Tips and Tricks to Take Better Photos with Your iPhone (Part 1 of 2)
11:00 AM
Tips and Tricks to Take Better Photos with Your iPhone (Part 1 of 2)
Saturday, May 3, 11:00 AMTips and Tricks to T
Essex Library Association
Learn tips and tricks to take great pictures with your iPhone! In this first session, photographer Fred Verillo will focus on the creative aspects of photography such as composition, lighting, perspective, color versus black and white – the overall basics of taking a good picture. The second s...read more
Yale Scholars Present: “The Past and Future in Harmony: Exploring Scientific Innovation in Art and Music”
2:00 PM
Yale Scholars Present: “The Past and Future in Harmony: Exploring Scientific Innovation in Art and Music”
Saturday, May 3, 2:00 PMYale Scholars Presen
Essex Library Association
When you picture art, do you ever wonder about the math that builds the patterns or the innovation behind art’s mediums? Have you ever truly seen the science behind the art? Join us in this month's Science in the News talk where three Yale scientists will discuss what we know about the hid...read more
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French Conversation Group
3:00 pm
 French Conversation Group
Monday, May. 5, 3:00 pmFrench Conversation
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. Every monday.Meet up with other beginner to intermediate French speakers to practice conversation in a friendly environment.
Needlework Group
4:00 pm
 Needlework Group
Monday, May. 5, 4:00 pmNeedlework Group
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. Every Monday.Knit, crochet, embroider, needlepoint, and more are welcome! Come and do needlework with other craft enthusiasts. Bring your crafts, your works in progress, your finished pieces, your patterns, and craft along with others while swapping tips, tricks, and conversation.
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Wiggle Worms Story Time
9:30 AM
 Wiggle Worms Story Time
Tuesday, May. 6, 9:30 AMWiggle Worms Story T
Essex Library Association
A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages 0-3)This story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Join us!No registration required.Due to space, Please choose 1 session to attend.
Wiggle Worms Story Time
10:30 AM
 Wiggle Worms Story Time
Tuesday, May. 6, 10:30 AMWiggle Worms Story T
Essex Library Association
A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages 0-3)This story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Join us!No registration required.Due to space, Please choose 1 session to attend.
French Conversation Group II
4:00 PM
 French Conversation Group II
Tuesday, May. 6, 4:00 PMFrench Conversation
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. Every Tuesday.Meet up with other beginner to intermediate French speakers to practice conversation in a friendly environment.
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Stay & Play
10AM - 12PM
 Stay & Play
Wednesday, May. 7, 10AM - 12PMStay & Play
Essex Library Association
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 and meet new friends!Stay & Play is a pop-in social time for children and their caregivers. Come for a few minut...read more
Virtual Author Talk: Dr. David Rosmarin "How to Use Anxiety to Thrive"
2:00 PM
Virtual Author Talk: Dr. David Rosmarin "How to Use Anxiety to Thrive"
Wednesday, May 7, 2:00 PMVirtual Author Talk:
Essex Library Association
Let’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous human emotion worsens it. What if, instead of fighting our anxiety, we could turn it into a strength? Register HERE.In this enlightening online webinar, you will learn how to use anxi...read more
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Dungeons & Dragons (Teens)
5:00 - 7:00 PM
 Dungeons & Dragons (Teens)
Thursday, May. 8, 5:00 - 7:00 PMDungeons & Dragons (
Essex Library Association
Join us and play the "world’s greatest role-playing game." (Or other TTRPG's as requested!)Come create your own character and join the adventure where we will fight monsters and explore new lands. Both new and experienced players are welcome. These sessions are for teen players.A...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
Introduction to Family Research and Genealogy
6:00 PM
Introduction to Family Research and Genealogy
Thursday, May 8, 6:00 PMIntroduction to Fami
Essex Library Association
Dwight Fowler will be at Essex Library to offer an “Introduction to Family Research and Genealogy” class for beginners. Dwight will cover best practices for the overall research process including planning and logging as well as free online tools, primary sources and lesser known sources....read more
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Little Learners: Bunnies (Ages 2-5)
11 AM
Little Learners: Bunnies (Ages 2-5)
Friday, May 9, 11 AMLittle Learners: Bun
Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages 2-5.Hop into a world of fluffy tales and springtime fun at our bunny-themed story time, perfect for little readers!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...read more
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Weekend Wiggle Worms (Ages 0-3)
9:30 AM
 Weekend Wiggle Worms (Ages 0-3)
Saturday, May. 10, 9:30 AM Weekend Wiggle Worms
Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers, siblings welcome!Wiggle Worms is a play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers!Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.No registration required.
VRHS Robotics Showcase (Ages 10-18)
10:30 AM
VRHS Robotics Showcase (Ages 10-18)
Saturday, May 10, 10:30 AMVRHS Robotics Showca
Essex Library Association
Program for kids and teens ages 10 and up!Are you interested in robotics? Join the VRHS Robotics Team “Human Error” to get up close and personal with some cool robots! Meet Noj, Human Error’s newest robot that just competed in the 2025 First Robotics Competition and have a chance t...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
Photo Editing Apps with Your iPhone (Part 2)
2:00 PM
Photo Editing Apps with Your iPhone (Part 2)
Saturday, May 10, 2:00 PMPhoto Editing Apps w
Essex Library Association
In this second session, photographer Fred Verillo will focus on the use of editing apps that are available to enhance and crop images. This session will include a hands-on portion where participants will choose an image and work with the apps. This program is FREE and open to ALL at Essex Library, 3...read more
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
3 p.m.
 Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Saturday, May 10, 3 p.m.Teen Advisory Board
Essex Library Association
Join our Teen Advisory crew! We’re recruiting teens of all ages to help us make the library a better place for young adults. Help us choose books, plan programs, design the teen department and mentor young readers, all the while earning volunteer service hours. Tell us how to best serve your c...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
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Movie Matinee: The Shawshank Redemption
10:00 AM
Movie Matinee: The Shawshank Redemption
Monday, May 12, 10:00 AMMovie Matinee: The S
Essex Library Association
Enjoy a movie on the big screen in the Buel Room of Essex Library!The Shawshank Redemption is a 1994 American prison drama film based on the 1982 Stephen King novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption. The plot centers on Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins) who is sentenced to life in Shawshank State P...read more
French Conversation Group
3:00 pm
 French Conversation Group
Monday, May. 12, 3:00 pmFrench Conversation
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. Every monday.Meet up with other beginner to intermediate French speakers to practice conversation in a friendly environment.
Needlework Group
4:00 pm
 Needlework Group
Monday, May. 12, 4:00 pmNeedlework Group
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. Every Monday.Knit, crochet, embroider, needlepoint, and more are welcome! Come and do needlework with other craft enthusiasts. Bring your crafts, your works in progress, your finished pieces, your patterns, and craft along with others while swapping tips, tricks, and conversation.
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Wiggle Worms Story Time
9:30 AM
 Wiggle Worms Story Time
Tuesday, May. 13, 9:30 AMWiggle Worms Story T
Essex Library Association
A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages 0-3)This story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Join us!No registration required.Due to space, Please choose 1 session to attend.
Wiggle Worms Story Time
10:30 AM
 Wiggle Worms Story Time
Tuesday, May. 13, 10:30 AMWiggle Worms Story T
Essex Library Association
A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages 0-3)This story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Join us!No registration required.Due to space, Please choose 1 session to attend.
Historical Fiction Book Group
10:30 AM
 Historical Fiction Book Group
Tuesday, May 13, 10:30 AMHistorical Fiction B
Essex Library Association
This book group usually meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the Library's conference room. Participants may Zoom in. Adult Services Librarian Elizabeth Reinhart moderates the discussions.  Please email Elizabeth at ereinhart@essexlib.org for a Zoom link.In M...read more
Genealogy Interest Group
2:30 pm
 Genealogy Interest Group
Tuesday, May. 13, 2:30 pmGenealogy Interest G
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. 2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month.Meet up with other genealogy aficionados, talk about resources, share your own genealogy journey, ask questions, and more! Great group for beginners looking to get into the community and long-time enthusiasts looking to meet new friends and sh...read more
French Conversation Group II
4:00 PM
 French Conversation Group II
Tuesday, May. 13, 4:00 PMFrench Conversation
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. Every Tuesday.Meet up with other beginner to intermediate French speakers to practice conversation in a friendly environment.
Alzheimer’s Support Group
5:00 PM
 Alzheimer’s Support Group
Tuesday, May. 13, 5:00 PMAlzheimer’s Su
Essex Library Association
2nd Tuesday of Every Month. A drop-in group.This group is for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, and is facilitated by a representative from the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter. People talk about their experiences and offer suggestions to deal ...read more
Great Decisions Discussion #6
6 - 7:30 p.m.
 Great Decisions Discussion #6
Tuesday, May 13, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Essex Library Association
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The Writer’s Block
9:00 – 10:30 am
 The Writer’s Block
Wednesday, May. 14, 9:00 – 10:30 amThe Writer’s B
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. 2nd & 4th Wednesday of every month.If you need time and a place to focus on your writing, the library has set aside a block of time just for you with a new interest group for writers. Come meet fellow writers to socialize for half an hour, followed by an hour of writing time. No p...read more
Stay & Play
10AM - 12PM
 Stay & Play
Wednesday, May. 14, 10AM - 12PMStay & Play
Essex Library Association
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 and meet new friends!Stay & Play is a pop-in social time for children and their caregivers. Come for a few minut...read more
Seed Bomb Workshop for Teens
4 p.m.
 Seed Bomb Workshop for Teens
Wednesday, May 14, 4 p.m.Seed Bomb Workshop f
Essex Library Association
Support local wildlife and spread joy by “bombing” empty garden space with clay creations containing native seeds. Make a bag of seed bombs and go forth into your community to encourage the return of important pollinating species. The library will provide all needed supplies at this even...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
Virtual Author Talk: Liann Zhang "On Writing a Brilliant, Dark Diabolical Thriller"
7:00 PM
Virtual Author Talk: Liann Zhang "On Writing a Brilliant, Dark Diabolical Thriller"
Wednesday, May 14, 7:00 PMVirtual Author Talk:
Essex Library Association
Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan is Dead. Register HERE.Julie Chan has nothing. Her twin sister has everything. Except a pulse.Julie Chan, a supermarket ca...read more
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Louie Listens
5:00 PM
 Louie Listens
Thursday, May. 15, 5:00 PMLouie Listens
Essex Library Association
Essex Library will host Louie Listens; an opportunity for kids & teens to read with a local, licensed therapy dog! Reading to a therapy dog has been proven to improve reading skills, self-esteem, and confidence in public speaking sessions. Sign up to spend time with and read to Louie the La...read more
Louie Listens
5:15 PM
 Louie Listens
Thursday, May. 15, 5:15 PMLouie Listens
Essex Library Association
Essex Library will host Louie Listens; an opportunity for kids & teens to read with a local, licensed therapy dog! Reading to a therapy dog has been proven to improve reading skills, self-esteem, and confidence in public speaking sessions. Sign up to spend time with and read to Louie the La...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
Louie Listens
5:30 PM
 Louie Listens
Thursday, May. 15, 5:30 PMLouie Listens
Essex Library Association
Essex Library will host Louie Listens; an opportunity for kids & teens to read with a local, licensed therapy dog! Reading to a therapy dog has been proven to improve reading skills, self-esteem, and confidence in public speaking sessions. Sign up to spend time with and read to Louie the La...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
Louie Listens
5:45 PM
 Louie Listens
Thursday, May. 15, 5:45 PMLouie Listens
Essex Library Association
Essex Library will host Louie Listens; an opportunity for kids & teens to read with a local, licensed therapy dog! Reading to a therapy dog has been proven to improve reading skills, self-esteem, and confidence in public speaking sessions. Sign up to spend time with and read to Louie the La...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
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Weekend Wiggle Worms (Ages 0-3)
9:30 AM
 Weekend Wiggle Worms (Ages 0-3)
Saturday, May. 17, 9:30 AM Weekend Wiggle Worms
Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers, siblings welcome!Wiggle Worms is a play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers!Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.No registration required.
Buddy Up! Teen Mentor Registration
11 a.m.
Buddy Up! Teen Mentor Registration
Saturday, May 17, 11 a.m.Buddy Up! Teen Mento
Essex Library Association
Earn community service hours and share friendship, fluency, and confidence with an elementary aged book buddy here at the Essex Library. Each teen volunteer (aged 13-18) is paired with a younger reader (aged 4-8) for a relaxed hour of literacy fun. Ms. Jess and Ms. Nicole will provide the supplies, ...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
Buddy Up! (Ages 4-8)
11 AM
 Buddy Up! (Ages 4-8)
Saturday, May 17, 11 AMBuddy Up! (Ages 4-8)
Essex Library Association
Spend an hour with a teen buddy! Build social skills, fluency, and confidence with a teen buddy here at the Essex Library. Each teen volunteer (ages 13-18) is paired with a younger reader (ages 4-8) for a relaxed hour of literacy fun. Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.Registrati...read more
Buddy Up! Teen Mentor Registration
11 a.m.
Buddy Up! Teen Mentor Registration
Saturday, May 17, 11 a.m.Buddy Up! Teen Mento
Essex Library Association
Share friendship, fluency, and confidence with an elementary aged book buddy while earning community service. Each teen volunteer (aged 13-18) is paired with a younger reader (aged 4-8) for a relaxed hour of literacy fun. Ms. Jess and Ms. Nicole will provide the supplies, activities, and environment...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
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French Conversation Group
3:00 pm
 French Conversation Group
Monday, May. 19, 3:00 pmFrench Conversation
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. Every monday.Meet up with other beginner to intermediate French speakers to practice conversation in a friendly environment.
Needlework Group
4:00 pm
 Needlework Group
Monday, May. 19, 4:00 pmNeedlework Group
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. Every Monday.Knit, crochet, embroider, needlepoint, and more are welcome! Come and do needlework with other craft enthusiasts. Bring your crafts, your works in progress, your finished pieces, your patterns, and craft along with others while swapping tips, tricks, and conversation.
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Wiggle Worms Story Time
9:30 AM
 Wiggle Worms Story Time
Tuesday, May. 20, 9:30 AMWiggle Worms Story T
Essex Library Association
A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages 0-3)This story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Join us!No registration required.Due to space, Please choose 1 session to attend.
Wiggle Worms Story Time
10:30 AM
 Wiggle Worms Story Time
Tuesday, May. 20, 10:30 AMWiggle Worms Story T
Essex Library Association
A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages 0-3)This story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Join us!No registration required.Due to space, Please choose 1 session to attend.
French Conversation Group II
4:00 PM
 French Conversation Group II
Tuesday, May. 20, 4:00 PMFrench Conversation
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. Every Tuesday.Meet up with other beginner to intermediate French speakers to practice conversation in a friendly environment.
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Stay & Play
10AM - 12PM
 Stay & Play
Wednesday, May. 21, 10AM - 12PMStay & Play
Essex Library Association
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 and meet new friends!Stay & Play is a pop-in social time for children and their caregivers. Come for a few minut...read more
Social Security 101 (Virtual)
12:30 PM
 Social Security 101 (Virtual)
Wednesday, May 21, 12:30 PMSocial Security 101
Essex Library Association
Learn all about Social Security benefits in this informative webinar on Social Security benefits, hosted by Essex Library! Register for the May session HERE.Benjamin Rhodes, III, metropolitan public affairs specialist with the Social Security Administration, will discuss the advantages and disadvant...read more
Virtual Author Talk: Rachelle Bergstein on "How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood"
2:00 PM
Virtual Author Talk: Rachelle Bergstein on "How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood"
Wednesday, May 21, 2:00 PMVirtual Author Talk:
Essex Library Association
You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy. This book takes an expansive look at Judy Blume’s life, work, and cultural impact, focusing on her most iconic—and controver...read more
YA Book Society – Snack and Chat
4 p.m.
YA Book Society – Snack and Chat
Wednesday, May 21, 4 p.m.YA Book Society – Sn
Essex Library Association
Are you a book lover? An avid reader? Perhaps you relate to your favorite book in a very real way. We have a lot to talk about. Welcome to YA Book Society. We gather to chat about favorite teen titles and learn about upcoming releases. We host special guests and focus on “Society Selections.&r...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
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Dungeons & Dragons (Teens)
5:00 - 7:00 PM
 Dungeons & Dragons (Teens)
Thursday, May. 22, 5:00 - 7:00 PMDungeons & Dragons (
Essex Library Association
Join us and play the "world’s greatest role-playing game." (Or other TTRPG's as requested!)Come create your own character and join the adventure where we will fight monsters and explore new lands. Both new and experienced players are welcome. These sessions are for teen players.A...read more

or call (860) 767-1560.
The Art of Gaman with Nancy Beck (Virtual)
6:30 PM
The Art of Gaman with Nancy Beck (Virtual)
Thursday, May 22, 6:30 PMThe Art of Gaman wit
Essex Library Association
Register for this virtual program HERE.Nancy Beck will present a talk on “The Art of Gaman,” during which she will present objects and arts and crafts made by Japanese Americans in U.S. internment camps during World War II. She will also show footage from the 2011 documentary, Art of Gam...read more
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Little Learners: Bugs (Ages 2-5)
10 AM
Little Learners: Bugs (Ages 2-5)
Friday, May 23, 10 AMLittle Learners: Bug
Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages 2-5.Creep, crawl, and flutter into adventure with our bug-themed story time, where tiny critters lead to big fun!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 o...read more
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Flowers at Falls River Family Hike – Registration through ELT
9 AM – 12 PM
Flowers at Falls River Family Hike – Registration through ELT
Saturday, May 24, 9 AM – 12 PMFlowers at Falls Riv
Falls River Preserve – Registration through ELT
Families may arrive any time between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM and follow the trail at their own pace. Information and directions will be provided at check-in.In honor of National Scavenger Hunt Day, join Essex Library, Essex Land Trust, and Ivoryton Library to have some springtime fun with a self-g...read more
Author Talk: Jill Dougherty, "My Russia"
12:00 PM
Author Talk: Jill Dougherty, "My Russia"
Saturday, May 24, 12:00 PMAuthor Talk: Jill Do
Essex Library Association
Former CNN Moscow Bureau Chief, Jill Dougherty, will be at Essex Library to discuss her recently released book, My Russia. My Russia reveals Dougherty’s transformative journey from a Cold War–era obsession with Russia to witnessing firsthand the rise of Vladimir Putin and the unraveling ...read more
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Wiggle Worms Story Time
9:30 AM
 Wiggle Worms Story Time
Tuesday, May. 27, 9:30 AMWiggle Worms Story T
Essex Library Association
A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages 0-3)This story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Join us!No registration required.Due to space, Please choose 1 session to attend.
Wiggle Worms Story Time
10:30 AM
 Wiggle Worms Story Time
Tuesday, May. 27, 10:30 AMWiggle Worms Story T
Essex Library Association
A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages 0-3)This story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Join us!No registration required.Due to space, Please choose 1 session to attend.
Genealogy Interest Group
2:30 pm
 Genealogy Interest Group
Tuesday, May. 27, 2:30 pmGenealogy Interest G
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. 2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month.Meet up with other genealogy aficionados, talk about resources, share your own genealogy journey, ask questions, and more! Great group for beginners looking to get into the community and long-time enthusiasts looking to meet new friends and sh...read more
French Conversation Group II
4:00 PM
 French Conversation Group II
Tuesday, May. 27, 4:00 PMFrench Conversation
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. Every Tuesday.Meet up with other beginner to intermediate French speakers to practice conversation in a friendly environment.
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The Writer’s Block
9:00 – 10:30 am
 The Writer’s Block
Wednesday, May. 28, 9:00 – 10:30 amThe Writer’s B
Essex Library Association
Drop-in group. 2nd & 4th Wednesday of every month.If you need time and a place to focus on your writing, the library has set aside a block of time just for you with a new interest group for writers. Come meet fellow writers to socialize for half an hour, followed by an hour of writing time. No p...read more
Stay & Play
10AM - 12PM
 Stay & Play
Wednesday, May. 28, 10AM - 12PMStay & Play
Essex Library Association
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 and meet new friends!Stay & Play is a pop-in social time for children and their caregivers. Come for a few minut...read more
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Growing Mountain Laurels
6:00 PM
 Growing Mountain Laurels
Thursday, May 29, 6:00 PMGrowing Mountain Lau
Essex Library Association
Felicia Millet, a plant diagnostician with the Department of Plant Pathology and Ecology at The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, will be onsite at Essex Library to present “Growing Mountain Laurels in Connecticut.”Mountain Laurel was named the state flower of Connecticut in 1...read more
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Little Learners: Let’s Go Camping! (Ages 2-5)
10 AM
Little Learners: Let’s Go Camping! (Ages 2-5)
Friday, May 30, 10 AMLittle Learners: Let
Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages 2-5.Gather 'round the (pretend) campfire for a cozy camping-themed story time filled with stories, songs, and outdoor adventure fun! Join us for themed stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts! We’ll learn early literacy concepts like colors, shapes, opposites, the ABCs and...read more
Movie Matinee: Conclave
3:00 PM
 Movie Matinee: Conclave
Friday, May 30, 3:00 PMMovie Matinee: Concl
Essex Library Association
Enjoy a movie on the big screen in the Buel Room of Essex Library!Conclave is a 2024 political thriller film based on the 2016 novel by Robert Harris. The film stars Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Sergio Castellitto, and Isabella Rossellini. In the film, Cardinal Thomas Lawrence (Fienne...read more
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Weekend Wiggle Worms (Ages 0-3)
9:30 AM
 Weekend Wiggle Worms (Ages 0-3)
Saturday, May. 31, 9:30 AM Weekend Wiggle Worms
Essex Library Association
Program for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers, siblings welcome!Wiggle Worms is a play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers!Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.No registration required.
A Wicked Sing-Along Party! (Rated PG)
1 PM
A Wicked Sing-Along Party! (Rated PG)
Saturday, May 31, 1 PM A Wicked Sing-Along
Essex Library Association
Wicked movie rated PG.Grab a friend and “rejoicify” with us during a special sing-along showing of 'Wicked'. Come in costume (if you’d like), sing along (or just watch!), make friendship bracelets, and enjoy an afternoon to remember!Movie snacks will be provided.Essex Libra...read more
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