Name: Revolution Close to Home, a talk with EHS Director Melissa Josefiak at Essex Library Association
Start: 2026-05-07T18:30:00-04:00
Location: Essex Library Association

Essex Library Association

Patriots and Loyalists, enslaved and free, women and warriors.  Essex Historical Society (EHS) Director Melissa Josefiak details the complex relationships and shifting allegiances during the American Revolution in the Potapaug village of Saybrook, now known as Essex.  Learn about five unforgettable individuals whose experience reflected these tumultuous times. 
This program is free and open to the public at 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT.

Local Event: Revolution Close to Home, a talk with EHS Director Melissa Josefiak at Essex Library Association

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Revolution Close to Home, a talk with EHS...

Patriots and Loyalists, enslaved and free, women and warriors.  Essex Historical Society (EHS) Director Melissa Josefiak...

Revolution Close to Home, a talk with EHS Director Melissa Josefiak at Essex Library Association

Resin Jewelry Workshop on April 19th

Join us for a hands-on UV Resin Jewelry Workshop on April 19th from 11am-1pmLets explore the art of creating stunning, unique resin designs. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this class provides all the materials you need to craft personalized jewelry pieces. Unleash your creativity in a fun, engaging environment while learning new techniques from experienced instructors. Skill Level: Beginners and up Ages: 14 and Up Instructor: Lori Hartman

Local Event: Resin Jewelry Workshop on April 19th

Join us for a hands-on UV Resin Jewelry Workshop on April 19th from 11am-1pmLets explore the art of creating stunning, unique...

Register <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Ty41cOdISdCJUXq4Gg0mxQ" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Dr.
 Noah Charney, a prominent professor of art history and founder of the 
Association for Research into Crimes Against Art, will provide a virtual
 lecture on the complexities of art crime and how theft can increase an 
artwork’s fame. He will delve into the recent heist at the Louvre in 
October 2025 that included the theft of nearly 100 million dollars' worth
 of jewelry, as well as other theft incidences in the history of the 
Louvre including the 1911 heist of Leonardo’s Mona Lisa.
This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required for all virtual programs.

Local Event: "The Dark Side of the Art World" with Dr. Noah Charney, presented by Essex Library

"The Dark Side of the Art World" with Dr. Noah...

Register HERE.
Dr.
 Noah Charney, a prominent professor of art history and founder of the 
Association for Research into Crimes...

"The Dark Side of the Art World" with Dr. Noah Charney, presented by Essex Library

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.

Local Event: Wiggle Worms Story Time (Ages Birth-3)

Wiggle Worms Story Time (Ages Birth-3)

A play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers! (Ages 0-3) This story time will take place every...

Local Event: Wiggle Worms Story Time (Ages Birth-3) 

Wiggle Worms Story Time (Ages Birth-3) 

Program for kids birth – age 5.
Join us for a hands-on, child-led play session designed to engage the senses! Sensory Playtime encourages exploration, creativity, and early learning through touch, sound, and movement. Kids are invited to move from station to station, at their own pace, to scoop, squish, pour, and play with a variety of textures and materials in a safe, supportive space alongside their caregivers. This program supports sensory development, fine motor skills, and social interaction—come play, learn, and make a (little) mess with us!
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
Program funded in part by the <a href="https://middlesexcountycf.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Community Foundation of Middlesex County</a>, and made possible by the GSB Grant Making Fund, and the Whelen Family Fund. Registration is required for each individual session.<a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=1314&amp;BranchID=1000003139&amp;Branch=All%20Locations&amp;EventID=567109&amp;PK=949026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Sensory Playtime (Ages Birth-5)

Sensory Playtime (Ages Birth-5)

Program for kids birth – age 5.
Join us for a hands-on, child-led play session designed to engage the senses! Sensory Playtime...

57 Main St, Ivoryton, CT, 06442

MOVE SMART! BRAIN &amp; BODY WORKSHOP&nbsp;Train your brain while you move your body!&nbsp;Discover a fun, music-driven movement experience designed to strengthen the mind-body connection while improving balance, coordination, and joint mobility.&nbsp;This workshop incorporates NIA (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) techniques that blend dance, martial arts, and healing arts to stimulate both the brain and the body.&nbsp;-Stimulate neuroplasticity by learning new movement patterns&nbsp;-Improve flexibility, agility, mobility, strength &amp; stability&nbsp;-Joint-friendly, low impact movement that supports longevity&nbsp;- Reduce stress and boost mood through mindful movementAll fitness levels welcome$20 fee open to members and non-memberspre-registration requiredPrivé-Swiss Fitness 57 Main St. Ivoryton, CT 06442www.priveswissfitness.com&nbsp; &nbsp; (860)391-8735

Local Event: Move Smart! Brain & Body Workshop

Move Smart! Brain & Body Workshop

MOVE SMART! BRAIN & BODY WORKSHOP Train your brain while you move your body! Discover a fun, music-driven movement experience...

Program for kids age 5-12.
It’s Earth Day &amp; a half day! Spend it at the library learning tips &amp; tricks to help take better care of our planet!
Join Stacey Giaquinto from Litter Awareness, LLC for a hands-on, eye-opening program where kids learn how trash and single-use plastics affect our planet. From surprising facts to an interactive “plastic fashion” experience, students will discover simple ways to make a real difference right away. The program ends with an eco-friendly craft to take home—because saving the Earth can start with one small choice!
Stacey Giaquinto is an elementary school teacher with 28 years of experience and a passion for inspiring students to make a difference in their communities. She is the author of a children’s book based on her real-life experiences, telling the story of kids who rally their neighbors to help clean up a local brook. Using the book as a springboard for action, Stacey created Litter Awareness, an engaging educational program that teaches children about the consequences of littering and the impact of single-use plastics.
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
Registration is required.<a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=1314&amp;BranchID=1000003139&amp;Branch=Essex%20Library%20Association%20&amp;EventID=582492&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Litter Awareness (Ages 5-12)

Litter Awareness (Ages 5-12)

Program for kids age 5-12.
It’s Earth Day & a half day! Spend it at the library learning tips & tricks to help take better care...

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Join us for a weekend of creativity, community, and care for the planet! Our Earth Day...

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Indulge in a delicious BBQ chicken quarter meal accompanied by classic sides like baked beans, cole slaw, a dinner roll, and a...

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