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Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)
9:30 AM Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3) Tuesday, Sep. 15, 9:30 AM(Tuesdays at 9:30 and 10:30)  Essex Library Association Program for kids ages birth-3 and their caregivers.A play-based music and movement story time for young children and their caregivers!At Essex Library, we are committed to providing high-quality story time experiences that foster early literacy, social-emotional growth, and a lifelong love of learni...read more
Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)
10:30 AM Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3) Tuesday, Sep. 15, 10:30 AM(Tuesdays at 9:30 and 10:30) Essex Library Association Program for kids ages birth-3 and their caregivers.A play-based music and movement story time for young children and their caregivers!At Essex Library, we are committed to providing high-quality story time experiences that foster early literacy, social-emotional growth, and a lifelong love of learni...read more
Drop-In DIY
3:30 Drop-In DIY Tuesday, Sep. 15, 3:30 Essex Library Association In the mood to make something? Drop in to the Teen Department on Tuesday afternoon to create something new. This month we’re making retro fortunetellers. Registration is not required.
French Conversation Group II
4:00 PM French Conversation Group II Tuesday, Sep. 15, 4:00 PM 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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Baby Band (Birth-2)
10 AM Baby Band (Birth-2) Wednesday, Sep. 16, 10 AM Essex Library Association Program for children ages birth – 2 and their caregivers.Music is one of the earliest ways babies learn about the world! In Baby Band, caregivers and little ones will sing, dance, bounce, clap, and explore child-safe instruments in a playful, engaging environment. Along the way, babies strengt...read more
or call (860) 767-1560.
CHOICES - Medicare Counseling
3:00 PM CHOICES - Medicare Counseling Wednesday, Sep. 16, 3:00 PM Essex Library Association CHOICES (Connecticut's program for Health insurance assistance, Outreach, Information and referral, Counseling, and Eligibility Screening) helps Connecticut's older adults and persons with disabilities understand their Medicare coverage and healthcare options. Register for a one-hour session...read more
CHOICES - Medicare Counseling
4:00 PM CHOICES - Medicare Counseling Wednesday, Sep. 16, 4:00 PM Essex Library Association CHOICES (Connecticut's program for Health insurance assistance, Outreach, Information and referral, Counseling, and Eligibility Screening) helps Connecticut's older adults and persons with disabilities understand their Medicare coverage and healthcare options. Register for a one-hour session...read more
CHOICES - Medicare Counseling
5:00 PM CHOICES - Medicare Counseling Wednesday, Sep. 16, 5:00 PM Essex Library Association CHOICES (Connecticut's program for Health insurance assistance, Outreach, Information and referral, Counseling, and Eligibility Screening) helps Connecticut's older adults and persons with disabilities understand their Medicare coverage and healthcare options. Register for a one-hour session...read more
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Shifting from Surviving to Thriving with Yasmine Cheyenne (Virtual Author Talk)
2:00 PM Shifting from Surviving to Thriving with Yasmine Cheyenne (Virtual Author Talk) Thursday, Sep. 17, 2:00 PM Essex Library Association REGISTER HEREJoin us for an empowering, eye-opening virtual conversation with renowned wellness expert Yasmine Cheyenne as we discuss her transformative new book, The Comeback Era: From Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Through reconnecting with "Little You"—the person ...read more
AI for the Everyday: An Interactive Workshop
6:00 PM AI for the Everyday: An Interactive Workshop Thursday, Sep. 17, 6:00 PM Essex Library Association This interactive workshop, led by Amy Weiss, will introduce participants to several artificial intelligence apps to explore their varied uses. Together, we’ll discuss how AI can streamline daily tasks at work and at home, while also recognizing the ethical and environmental implications of thi...read more
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Little Learners Story Time: Autumn (Ages 2-5)
10 AM Little Learners Story Time: Autumn (Ages 2-5) Friday, Sep. 18, 10 AM Essex Library Association Program for kids ages 2-5.Celebrate the magic of the season with stories, songs, movement, and a festive fall craft as we explore the colors, sounds, and wonders of autumn together!Join us for themed stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts! We’ll learn early literacy concepts like colors, shapes, o...read more
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The Writer’s Block
9:30 - 11:00 AM The Writer’s Block Saturday, Sep. 19, 9:30 - 11:00 AM Essex Library Association Are you a writer? Do you struggle to find a quiet place to work? The library has set aside a block of time and a place just for you! No prompts. No critiques. Just write! All levels and all genres welcome.This is a drop-in program that does not require registration. This group meets on the thi...read more
STEAM Saturdays: Magnus Effect Cup Gliders (Ages 5-12)
10 AM STEAM Saturdays: Magnus Effect Cup Gliders (Ages 5-12) Saturday, Sep. 19, 10 AM Essex Library Association Program for kids ages 5-12.Explore the science of aerodynamics with us! Kids will use everyday objects to create an awesome glider that is part game, part toy, and part physics experiment! Ready, set, fly!Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.Registration is required, space is limit...read more
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French Conversation Group
3:00 pm French Conversation Group Monday, Sep. 21, 3:00 pm 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, Sep. 21, 4:00 pm Essex Library Association Drop-in group. Every Monday.Come to knit, crochet, embroider, needlepoint, etc. with other craft enthusiasts. Bring 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 (Birth - Age 3)
10:30 AM Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3) Tuesday, Sep. 22, 10:30 AM(Tuesdays at 9:30 and 10:30) Essex Library Association Program for kids ages birth-3 and their caregivers.A play-based music and movement story time for young children and their caregivers!At Essex Library, we are committed to providing high-quality story time experiences that foster early literacy, social-emotional growth, and a lifelong love of learni...read more
Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)
9:30 AM Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3) Tuesday, Sep. 22, 9:30 AM(Tuesdays at 9:30 and 10:30) Essex Library Association Program for kids ages birth-3 and their caregivers.A play-based music and movement story time for young children and their caregivers!At Essex Library, we are committed to providing high-quality story time experiences that foster early literacy, social-emotional growth, and a lifelong love of learni...read more
Genealogy Interest Group
2:30 pm Genealogy Interest Group Tuesday, Sep. 22, 2:30 pm 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, Sep. 22, 4:00 PMEssex 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 AM The Writer’s Block Wednesday, Sep. 23, 9:00 AM Essex Library Association Are you a writer? Do you struggle to find a quiet place to work? The library has set aside a block of time and a place just for you! No prompts. No critiques. Just write! All levels and all genres welcome.This is a drop-in program that does not require registration. This group meets on the sec...read more
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Trusts: Everything You Wanted to Know but Didn’t Know To Ask (Virtual)
6:30 PM Trusts: Everything You Wanted to Know but Didn’t Know To Ask (Virtual) Thursday, Sep. 24, 6:30 PM Essex Library Association Register for this virtual program HERE.Is having a trust in your estate plan the best option for you? In this session, estate planning and elder law attorney Erin Duques of Daly Perri Arnold & Knierim in Madison, will demystify trusts and explain why a trust may – or may not - be suitable ...read more
Where the Paletero Man Goes: A Journey of Neighborhood, Music, and Art with Lucky Diaz (VIRTUAL) (Gr. K-12)
7 PM Where the Paletero Man Goes: A Journey of Neighborhood, Music, and Art with Lucky Diaz (VIRTUAL) (Gr. K-12) Thursday, Sep. 24, 7 PM Virtual Register and ask questions of the author hereGrab a pocketful of change and get ready to dance down the street! Join us for an energetic conversation as we celebrate the joy of community and summer fun with Latin GRAMMY-winning musician Lucky Diaz, author of the sensational bilingual picture book, P...read more
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Retro Game Day
1 p.m. Retro Game Day Saturday, Sep. 26, 1 p.m.Essex Library Association Join us for retro gaming glory and level up with vintage games on the big screen. Snacks will be provided. Registration is encouraged as space is limited. Ages 12 - 18.
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French Conversation Group
3:00 pm French Conversation Group Monday, Sep. 28, 3:00 pmEssex 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, Sep. 28, 4:00 pmEssex Library Association Drop-in group. Every Monday.Come to knit, crochet, embroider, needlepoint, etc. with other craft enthusiasts. Bring 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 (Birth - Age 3)
9:30 AM Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3) Tuesday, Sep. 29, 9:30 AM(Tuesdays at 9:30 and 10:30) Essex Library Association Program for kids ages birth-3 and their caregivers.A play-based music and movement story time for young children and their caregivers!At Essex Library, we are committed to providing high-quality story time experiences that foster early literacy, social-emotional growth, and a lifelong love of learni...read more
Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)
10:30 AM Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3) Tuesday, Sep. 29, 10:30 AM(Tuesdays at 9:30 and 10:30) Essex Library Association Program for kids ages birth-3 and their caregivers.A play-based music and movement story time for young children and their caregivers!At Essex Library, we are committed to providing high-quality story time experiences that foster early literacy, social-emotional growth, and a lifelong love of learni...read more
French Conversation Group II
4:00 PM French Conversation Group II Tuesday, Sep. 29, 4:00 PMEssex 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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Baby Playtime (Birth-2)
10 AM Baby Playtime (Birth-2) Wednesday, Sep. 30, 10 AM Essex Library Association Program designed for caregivers and their child, age birth – 2. Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following direc...read more
Take & Make Locker Magnets
12:00 a.m. Take & Make Locker Magnets Wednesday, Sep. 30, 12:00 a.m..png "Take & Make Locker M") Essex Library Association Month of AugustAges 12+Spruce up your locker this fall! This month’s kit contains all you need to make personalized wooden magnets. The Teen Department creates a monthly series of free take and make art projects for our crew. Ages 12+ please. First come, first served. Send a photo to jbrancifo...read more
Teen Library Card Contest
12 a.m. Teen Library Card Contest Wednesday, Sep. 30, 12 a.m..png "Teen Library Card Co") Essex Library Association National Library Card Sign Up Month Month of SeptemberAges 12 – 18Show us your library card and receive a free book! If you don’t have a card or need a renewal, we’re here to help.
CHOICES Medicare Counseling
3:00 PM CHOICES Medicare Counseling Wednesday, Sep. 30, 3:00 PM Essex Library Association Do you have questions about Medicare coverage or are you enrolling in Medicare? Register for a one-hour session with a CHOICES counselor at Essex Library Association. CHOICES (Connecticut's program for Health insurance assistance, Outreach, Information and referral, Counseling, and Eligibil...read more
CHOICES Medicare Counseling
4:00 PM CHOICES Medicare Counseling Wednesday, Sep. 30, 4:00 PM Essex Library Association Do you have questions about Medicare coverage or are you enrolling in Medicare? Register for a one-hour session with a CHOICES counselor at Essex Library Association. CHOICES (Connecticut's program for Health insurance assistance, Outreach, Information and referral, Counseling, and Eligibil...read more
CHOICES Medicare Counseling
5:00 PM CHOICES Medicare Counseling Wednesday, Sep. 30, 5:00 PM Essex Library Association Do you have questions about Medicare coverage or are you enrolling in Medicare? Register for a one-hour session with a CHOICES counselor at Essex Library Association. CHOICES (Connecticut's program for Health insurance assistance, Outreach, Information and referral, Counseling, and Eligibil...read more
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