Essex Library Association

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

Middlesex County

Essex-Chester-Deep River

Connecticut

Yoga with Hannah

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

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...

Meditation & Mindfulness Series at Essex...

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;

Join 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.&nbsp;Consider this your official permission slip to stop pretending everything is fine and start building a life you genuinely love.&nbsp;This Essex Library Association 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: Shifting from Surviving to Thriving with Yasmine Cheyenne (Virtual Author Talk)

Shifting from Surviving to Thriving with...

Join us for an empowering, eye-opening virtual conversation with renowned wellness expert Yasmine Cheyenne as we discuss her...

Shifting from Surviving to Thriving with Yasmine Cheyenne (Virtual Author Talk)

This&nbsp;interactive workshop, led by Amy Weiss, will introduce participants to&nbsp;several artificial intelligence apps to explore their varied uses.&nbsp;Together, we’ll discuss how AI can streamline daily tasks at work and at&nbsp;home, while also recognizing the ethical and environmental implications&nbsp;of this technology. The responsibilities that AI companies have in&nbsp;keeping its users safe and what we can do to protect our personal&nbsp;information will also be discussed.







Amy Weiss&nbsp;is an assistant professor of Judaic Studies and History at the&nbsp;University of Hartford. She recently received a 2026 Teaching and&nbsp;Learning Grant on AI from the University of Hartford’s Center for&nbsp;Teaching Excellence and Innovation. The university also named her an AI&nbsp;Faculty Facilitator, tasked with creating a professional development workshop for faculty. During the 2025 – 2026 academic year, Amy has&nbsp;served as the lead faculty fellow for the Humanities Center’s Honors&nbsp;Seminar, where she is teaching a two semester course titled “AI in&nbsp;Action: The Future of Humans.” She holds a certificate from the&nbsp;Generative AI: Technology, Business, and Society Program at Stanford&nbsp;University.

Local Event: AI for the Everyday: An Interactive Workshop, presented by Essex Library Association

AI for the Everyday: An Interactive Workshop,...

This interactive workshop, led by Amy Weiss, will introduce participants to several artificial intelligence apps to explore...

AI for the Everyday: An Interactive Workshop, presented by Essex Library Association

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

Register for this virtual program <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/y8Rxw9d7Q7OwgfaD2_DR4Q" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE.</a>
Is&nbsp;having a trust in your estate plan the best option for you? In this&nbsp;session, estate planning and elder law attorney Erin Duques of Daly&nbsp;Perri Arnold &amp; Knierim in Madison, will demystify trusts and explain&nbsp;why a trust may – or may not - be suitable for you and why. First,&nbsp;you’ll learn about some of the most common types of trusts and the&nbsp;purpose and benefits of each, such as protecting assets, avoiding&nbsp;probate, minimizing taxes, and keeping public benefits for a loved one&nbsp;with special needs. Whether you are new to trusts or even understand&nbsp;them well, you’ll walk away understanding how and when to use these&nbsp;powerful planning tools to your advantage.This Essex Library Association program is free and open to the public.

Local Event: Trusts: Everything You Wanted to Know but Didn’t Know To Ask (Virtual)

Trusts: Everything You Wanted to Know but...

Register for this virtual program HERE.
Is having a trust in your estate plan the best option for you? In this session, estate...

Trusts: Everything You Wanted to Know but Didn’t Know To Ask (Virtual)

Do you have questions about Medicare coverage or are you enrolling in Medicare?&nbsp;Register for a one-hour session (3 p.m. or 4 p.m. or 5 p.m. time slots) with a CHOICES counselor at 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.&nbsp;This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required.&nbsp;

Local Event: CHOICES Medicare Counseling at Essex Library Association

CHOICES Medicare Counseling at Essex Library...

Do you have questions about Medicare coverage or are you enrolling in Medicare? Register for a one-hour session (3 p.m. or 4...

CHOICES Medicare Counseling at Essex Library Association

Enjoy a movie on the big screen in the Buel Room of Essex Library! For the movie title, check the Library's Events Calendar at www.youressexlibrary.org or call the Library at 860-767-1560.

Local Event: Movie Showing at Essex Library Association

Movie Showing at Essex Library Association

Enjoy a movie on the big screen in the Buel Room of Essex Library! For the movie title, check the Library's Events Calendar at...

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Hartford Metropolitan Area

Clinton

The Haddams-Killingworth

New Haven County

Alfred Branch

Madison

New London County

The Lymes

Richard Kaufman

Guilford

Durham-Middlefield

North Branford

East Hampton-Portland

Chris Dehnel

Middletown

Ellyn Santiago

Branford

St. George Church

Celebrate the 12th Anniversary of this vibrant community festival featuring live music from Rich DiPalma, Jen &amp; Tonic, and Sister Funk Band. Enjoy delicious Italian favorites like fried dough and meatball subs, participate in a spaghetti eating contest or grape stomping competition, and explore the kids zone and bocce area. Admission is $5.00, with children 15 and under attending for free.

Local Event: Italian Festival 2026

Italian Festival 2026

Celebrate the 12th Anniversary of this vibrant community festival featuring live music from Rich DiPalma, Jen & Tonic, and...

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