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In this 3-part yoga series, yogis will learn valuable breathing and&nbsp;movement sequences that will connect their mind and body.&nbsp; Each one-hour&nbsp;class will include deep stretching and just a hint of strength work to&nbsp;help keep bodies healthy and agile. Modifications will be provided for&nbsp;anyone who needs them. All levels are welcome.&nbsp;No registration necessary, drop in!

Local Event: Yoga with Hannah (3 of 3)

Middlesex County

Essex-Chester-Deep River

Connecticut

Yoga with Hannah (3 of 3)

In this 3-part yoga series, yogis will learn valuable breathing and movement sequences that will connect their mind and body. ...

<a href="https://libraryc.org/essexlib/102420/register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE.</a>Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart (and make your stomach rumble), as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J. Johnson, author of&nbsp;Julia Child’s Kitchen:&nbsp;The Design, Tools, Stories, and Legacy of an Iconic Space. The book includes interviews with chefs who knew Julia well, commentary on her favorite culinary tools and kitchen gadgets, and a stunning array of photos. Registration is required for all virtual author talks. Register above, or at www.youressexlibrary.org or by calling the Library at 860-767-1560.

Local Event: The Legacy of Julia Child’s Kitchen with Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson (Virtual Author Talk)

The Legacy of Julia Child’s Kitchen with...

REGISTER HERE.Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart (and make your stomach rumble), as we delve into the...

The Legacy of Julia Child’s Kitchen with Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson (Virtual Author Talk)

In her national bestselling memoir,&nbsp;Like a Wave We Break, leadership coach Jane Chen pulls back the curtain on the conventional narrative of professional success. As the co-founder and former CEO of Embrace Global, Jane’s groundbreaking work with a portable incubator impacted over one million premature babies across 25 countries, earning international acclaim. Yet, behind the global recognition lay an invisible crisis: a relentless pursuit of purpose that ultimately resulted in total burnout. Her journey through that breakdown and subsequent healing reshaped her entire approach to what it means to guide others through uncertainty and change.Registration is required for all virtual author talks. Register <a href="https://libraryc.org/essexlib/189468/register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>. This program is free and open to all.&nbsp;

Local Event: Like a Wave We Break: Overcoming Burnout with Author Jane Chen (Virtual)

Like a Wave We Break: Overcoming Burnout with...

In her national bestselling memoir, Like a Wave We Break, leadership coach Jane Chen pulls back the curtain on the conventional...

Like a Wave We Break: Overcoming Burnout with Author Jane Chen (Virtual)

In this 2-part August yoga series, yogis will learn valuable breathing and movement sequences that will connect their mind and body.&nbsp; Each one-hour class will include deep stretching and just a hint of strength work to help keep bodies healthy and agile. Modifications will be provided for anyone who needs them. All levels are welcome.&nbsp;
The library has a limited supply of yoga mats; we suggest&nbsp;bringing your own. All of the library's programs are free and open to all regardless of residency at Essex Library, 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT. No registration necessary, drop in!
About Hannah Clark Hannah is pleased to&nbsp;offer the local community a safe space to practice yoga and is available to answer any questions that participants may have about the philosophy of the practice and how it relates to the body. She will focus her teachings on meditative slow flow vinyasa for this library series. She&nbsp;participated in a 200-hour yoga training workshop in Bali, Indonesia and teaches yoga locally.

Local Event: Yoga with Hannah

Yoga with Hannah

In this 2-part August yoga series, yogis will learn valuable breathing and movement sequences that will connect their mind and...

Join us at Essex Library for a 3-part meditation and mindfulness series with Caryl Horner. Each class provides a combination of instructional content and experiential practice in meditation &amp; mindfulness. Breath work, voice and walking meditations and a simple sound bath will also be provided over the 3 classes.
Aug. 13- Meditation 101 This first class presents how meditation reduces stress and quiets the mind, to experience a calm connection between mind &amp; body. The basics of how to meditate, develop a daily practice and the health benefits of such a practice will be covered. A guided group meditation will be presented.
Each participant will convey their individual interest/goal for this 3 part program.
About Caryl Horner Caryl is the founder &amp; director of Dharma Room in Chester. She has been meditating and working in the healthcare field for decades and has a Ph.D in Psychology. She is experienced in the following meditation modalities: Buddhist meditation,&nbsp; Mindfulness meditation, The Relaxation Response [Dr. Benson] &amp; Transcendental Meditation.Register at www.youressexlibrary.org or by calling the library at 860-767-1560.

Local Event: Meditation & Mindfulness Series at Essex Library: Meditation 101

Meditation & Mindfulness Series at Essex...

Join us at Essex Library for a 3-part meditation and mindfulness series with Caryl Horner. Each class provides a combination of...

Meditation & Mindfulness Series at Essex Library: Meditation 101

Be the fastest team to complete a jigsaw puzzle and win a prize!
Essex Library’s fifth annual jigsaw puzzle tournament begins at 10:00 a.m. and ends at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, August 14. Teams may consist of 2 to 4 people who will attempt to finish the same 500-piece puzzle in the least amount of time. A small prize will be awarded to the first team to either complete the puzzle or come closest to completion. Space is limited to five teams, so register early!
This event is FREE and open to the public at Essex Library, 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT 06426.

Local Event: Fifth Annual Adult Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament at Essex Library

Fifth Annual Adult Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament at...

Be the fastest team to complete a jigsaw puzzle and win a prize!
Essex Library’s fifth annual jigsaw puzzle tournament begins...

Fifth Annual Adult Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament at Essex Library

Do you have questions about Medicare? 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 with a CHOICES counselor at Essex Library Association. Visit www.youressexlibrary.org to register for an appointment at 3 p.m., 4 p.m. or 5 p.m.
This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
About CHOICES counselors
CHOICES counselors provide free, unbiased, and confidential Medicare counseling to beneficiaries, families, and caregivers.&nbsp; This can include providing education to pre-Medicare enrollees on the when/how to enroll in Medicare. After their enrollment has been processed by the Social Security Administration, CHOICES counselors can provide a comprehensive overview of the options available to them and screen for potential eligibility for financial assistance programs to help pay for Medicare. CHOICES counselors are not insurance agents; therefore, do not gain financially from their decisions.&nbsp;

Local Event: Medicare Can Be Confusing: CHOICES Counseling at Essex Library

Medicare Can Be Confusing: CHOICES Counseling...

Do you have questions about Medicare? CHOICES (Connecticut's program for Health insurance assistance, Outreach, Information and...

Medicare Can Be Confusing: CHOICES Counseling at Essex Library

This is the second class of a 3-part meditation and mindfulness series with Caryl Horner. Each class provides a combination of instructional content and experiential practice in meditation &amp; mindfulness. Breath work, voice and walking meditations and a simple sound bath will also be provided over the classes. Register online <a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=1314&amp;EventID=591457&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>&nbsp;or call the Library at 860-767-1560.
Aug. 20- Meditation &amp; Mindfulness The difference between meditation and mindfulness is explained and how the combining of both provides a deeper &amp; more wholistic awareness. Examples will be shared on how to reach this optimal outcome, through greater self-awareness. Meditation is a practice and mindfulness is a way of being more “present” and aware in our daily life.
About Caryl Horner Caryl is the founder &amp; director of Dharma Room in Chester. She has been meditating and working in the healthcare field for decades and has a Ph.D in Psychology. She is experienced in the following meditation modalities: Buddhist meditation, Mindfulness meditation, The Relaxation Response [Dr. Benson] &amp; Transcendental Meditation.

Local Event: Meditation and Mindfulness Series at Essex Library: Calm the Mind

Meditation and Mindfulness Series at Essex...

This is the second class of a 3-part meditation and mindfulness series with Caryl Horner. Each class provides a combination of...

Meditation and Mindfulness Series at Essex Library: Calm the Mind

Enjoy a movie on the big screen in the Buel Room of Essex Library! For the movie title, or more information, visit www.youressexlibrary.org or call the Library at 860-767-1560.

Local Event: Movie Matinee at Essex Library

Movie Matinee at Essex Library

Enjoy a movie on the big screen in the Buel Room of Essex Library! For the movie title, or more information, visit...

Join us for a thrilling conversation with acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new Miss Marple mystery, Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel. <a href="https://libraryc.org/essexlib/186827/register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE.</a>&nbsp;Registration is required for all virtual author talks. Call the Essex Library at 860-767-1560 for more information.

Local Event: High Altitudes and High Stakes: A Miss Marple Mystery with Lucy Foley (Virtual Author Talk)

High Altitudes and High Stakes: A Miss Marple...

Join us for a thrilling conversation with acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new Miss Marple mystery,...

High Altitudes and High Stakes: A Miss Marple Mystery with Lucy Foley (Virtual Author Talk)

This is the last class of a 3-part meditation and mindfulness series with Caryl Horner. Each class provides a combination of instructional content and experiential practice in meditation &amp; mindfulness. Breath work, voice and walking meditations and a simple sound bath will also be provided over the classes. Register at www.youressexlibrary.org or by calling the Library at 860-767-1560.
Aug. 27- Stopping, Calming, Resting &amp; Healing… Meditation is often described as having two specific interventions. The first is to stop the “monkey mind,” which refers to our habit energy, fleeting mental perceptions, etc. These thoughts often rule our mind. The second intervention is to develop greater awareness and insight. In this class we learn how to use our meditation &amp; mindfulness skills to bring the qualities of calm, resting and healing into balance and improve our wellbeing and quality of life to experience greater understanding, joy and peace.
About Caryl Horner Caryl is the founder &amp; director of Dharma Room in Chester. She has been meditating and working in the healthcare field for decades and has a Ph.D in Psychology. She is experienced in the following meditation modalities: Buddhist meditation,&nbsp; Mindfulness meditation, The Relaxation Response [Dr. Benson] &amp; Transcendental Meditation.

Local Event: Meditation & Mindfulness Series at Essex Library: Stopping, Calming, Resting, Healing...

This is the last class of a 3-part meditation and mindfulness series with Caryl Horner. Each class provides a combination of...

Meditation & Mindfulness Series at Essex Library: Stopping, Calming, Resting, Healing...

Join us as we chat with award-winning historian David O. Stewart about his newest work, The Democracy We Must Keep, and the question he explores throughout the book: What did America's founders say about democracy, and can we remain true to their vision for America? This program is presented by the Essex Library Association.Register today to gain a deeper understanding of how American democracy started, why it still matters, and the active role each generation must play to uphold it.Registration is required for all virtual author talks. Register <a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=1314&amp;EventID=593349&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a> or call the Essex Library at 860-767-1560.

Local Event: Why the Ideas that Built America Still Matter with David O. Stewart (Virtual)

Why the Ideas that Built America Still Matter...

Join us as we chat with award-winning historian David O. Stewart about his newest work, The Democracy We Must Keep, and the...

Why the Ideas that Built America Still Matter with David O. Stewart (Virtual)

Do you have questions about Medicare?
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 with a CHOICES counselor at Essex Library Association. Visit <a href="https://www.youressexlibrary.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">youressexlibrary.org</a> to register for an appointment at 3 p.m., 4 p.m. or 5 p.m.
This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
About CHOICES counselors
CHOICES counselors provide free, unbiased, and confidential Medicare counseling to beneficiaries, families, and caregivers.&nbsp; This can include providing education to pre-Medicare enrollees on the when/how to enroll in Medicare. After their enrollment has been processed by the Social Security Administration, CHOICES counselors can provide a comprehensive overview of the options available to them and screen for potential eligibility for financial assistance programs to help pay for Medicare. CHOICES counselors are not insurance agents; therefore, do not gain financially from their decisions.&nbsp;

Do you have questions about Medicare?
CHOICES (Connecticut's program for Health insurance assistance, Outreach, Information and...

Get ready to extend your growing season like a pro! Join our master gardener, Mark Gostkiewicz, in this workshop where you'll learn the ins and outs of cultivating crops in the fall, winter, and spring. Not only will you learn about the life cycle and needs of cold-hardy veggies and herbs, but you'll also discover the benefits of using row covers, cold frames, and other season-extending techniques.
This program is free and open to all at Essex Library, 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT. Registration is suggested. Register online at youressexlibrary.org or by calling the library at 860-767-1560.

Local Event: Extend Your Growing Season: Mastering Fall, Winter, and Spring Crops

Extend Your Growing Season: Mastering Fall,...

Get ready to extend your growing season like a pro! Join our master gardener, Mark Gostkiewicz, in this workshop where you'll...

Extend Your Growing Season: Mastering Fall, Winter, and Spring Crops

Enjoy a movie on the big screen in the Buel Room of Essex Library! For more information, including the movie title, visit www.youressexlibrary.org or call the Library at 860-767-1560.

Enjoy a movie on the big screen in the Buel Room of Essex Library! For more information, including the movie title, visit...

Prepare to launch into the darkest depths of deep space! Join us online as we sit down with master storyteller Daniel Kraus, winner of the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, to celebrate the release of his breathtaking new novel, The Sixth Nik.Register now to gain exclusive insight from one of the most visionary voices in modern fiction. This Essex Library program is free and open to all. Registration is required for all virtual author talks. Register online at www.youressexlibrary.org or by calling the Library at 860-767-1560.

Local Event: A Ship Called Sickness and One Unforgettable Space Crew with Daniel Kraus (Virtual Author Talk)

A Ship Called Sickness and One Unforgettable...

Prepare to launch into the darkest depths of deep space! Join us online as we sit down with master storyteller Daniel Kraus,...

A Ship Called Sickness and One Unforgettable Space Crew with Daniel Kraus (Virtual Author Talk)

International award-winning chocolatiers Sherri and Lauren Athay from Chocolate Geeks/Truffle Shots in Essex, CT will present a bean-to-bar craft chocolate class and tasting. Sample a variety of world-class bars and learn how cultivation, fermentation, roasting, grinding, and conching affect the taste and mouth feel of chocolate. This class, for adults 18+, will be 90 minutes in length. Space is limited. Registration is required.
This program is free and open to the public at Essex Library, 33 West Avenue.&nbsp;

Local Event: Adult Chocolate Class & Tasting at Essex Library

Adult Chocolate Class & Tasting at Essex Library

International award-winning chocolatiers Sherri and Lauren Athay from Chocolate Geeks/Truffle Shots in Essex, CT will present a...

Embark on a visual journey deep into the lush jungles of Costa Rica through professional photographer Bert Sirkin’s photographs. Experience the vibrant beauty of one of the world's most biodiverse countries. Each image offers a window into the heart of Costa Rica's teeming jungles, showcasing the incredible variety of its wildlife in their natural habitats.This program is free and open to all at Essex Library Association, 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT. Registration is suggested as space is limited. Register online at www.youressexlibrary.org or call the Library at 860-767-1560.

Local Event: A Pictorial Tour of Costa Rica, Presented by Essex Library Association

A Pictorial Tour of Costa Rica, Presented by...

Embark on a visual journey deep into the lush jungles of Costa Rica through professional photographer Bert Sirkin’s...

A Pictorial Tour of Costa Rica, Presented by Essex Library Association

Do you have questions about Medicare?
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 with a CHOICES counselor at Essex Library Association. Visit <a href="https://www.youressexlibrary.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youressexlibrary.org</a> to register for an appointment at 3 p.m., 4 p.m. or 5 p.m.
This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
About CHOICES counselors
CHOICES counselors provide free, unbiased, and confidential Medicare counseling to beneficiaries, families, and caregivers.&nbsp; This can include providing education to pre-Medicare enrollees on the when/how to enroll in Medicare. After their enrollment has been processed by the Social Security Administration, CHOICES counselors can provide a comprehensive overview of the options available to them and screen for potential eligibility for financial assistance programs to help pay for Medicare. CHOICES counselors are not insurance agents; therefore, do not gain financially from their decisions.&nbsp;

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