Essex Library Association

Program designed for caregivers and their child, age birth – 2.
In Baby Keepsake, our sensory art explorations expose baby to a variety of textures, while creating something to remember your little one in their youngest years.
This month: Let’s celebrate Fall! Transform salt dough into an adorable clay pumpkin keepsake with your child’s hand or footprint!
What to Expect:
We’ll gather together for a brief lap sit story session, and then caregivers and babies will work together to make our keepsake!
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=598116&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Baby Keepsake (Birth - Age 2)

Middlesex County

Essex-Chester-Deep River

Connecticut

Baby Keepsake (Birth - Age 2)

Program designed for caregivers and their child, age birth – 2.
In Baby Keepsake, our sensory art explorations expose baby to a...

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 learning.
What to expect:
Each Wiggle Worms session begins with a welcome song where children (or caregivers) are invited to introduce themselves (or their little one), helping build confidence. We sing interactive songs that encourage vocabulary development and gross motor movement, then share a story together while modeling early literacy skills by pointing to words, turning pages, and engaging with the book. After the first book, we play and sing with interactive toys such as shakers, scarves, and rhythm sticks before we wrap up with one final story and a goodbye song.
After story time, families are encouraged to stay, play, and socialize in our Children's Room. It's a wonderful opportunity for children to make friends, caregivers to connect, and our library community to grow together.
This story time will take place every Tuesday morning. Due to space, Please choose 1 session per day to attend.
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
No registration required.

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

Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)

Program for kids ages birth-3 and their caregivers.  A play-based music and movement story time for young children and their...

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

Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)  

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 strengthen early literacy, communication, motor, and social-emotional skills while caregivers discover fun ways to continue the music at home. No pressure to sit still, wiggles, giggles, and movement are all part of the fun!
What to Expect:
We’ll start by singing some familiar songs to get the party started. Then, we’ll explore rhythm with scarves, shakers, drums, or other child-safe instruments. Before we end, we’ll sing a goodbye song! After baby band, families are encouraged to stay, play, and socialize in our Children's Room. It's a wonderful opportunity for children to make friends, caregivers to connect, and our library community to grow together.
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=598118&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Baby Band (Birth - Age 2)

Baby Band (Birth - Age 2)

Program for children ages birth – 2 and their caregivers.
Music is one of the earliest ways babies learn about the world! In...

Program for kids ages 2-5.
We’re heading to the pumpkin patch for a story time full of fall 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 our pre-school age children for kindergarten.
What to expect:
Each Little Learners session begins with a welcome song where each child is invited to dance and celebrate themselves. We sing interactive songs that encourage vocabulary development and gross motor movement, then read a story together. After the first book, we sing a few more songs and read another story. We conclude our time together with 3-4 craft and play centers that help children develop their early math, literacy, and motor skills.
After story time, families are encouraged to stay, play, and socialize in our Children's Room. It's a wonderful opportunity for children to make friends, caregivers to connect, and our library community to grow together.
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
Registration is requested to ensure enough crafts are prepared.<a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=1314&amp;BranchID=1000003139&amp;Branch=Essex%20Library%20Association%20&amp;EventID=598119&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Little Learners Story Time: Pumpkin Patch Party! (Ages 2-5)

Little Learners Story Time: Pumpkin Patch...

Program for kids ages 2-5.
We’re heading to the pumpkin patch for a story time full of fall fun!
Join us for themed stories,...

Little Learners Story Time: Pumpkin Patch Party! (Ages 2-5)

Program for tweens ages 8-12.
Celebrate National Noodle Day at the library by trying different ramen noodle cup flavors from around the world, and right here at home! We’ll start by learning about Momofuku Ando, the founder of Nissin Food Products (one of the most popular ramen brands), test different cups of noodles, vote on our favorites, and crown the ultimate noodle champion!
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
Registration is required as space is limited.<a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=1314&amp;BranchID=1000003139&amp;Branch=Essex%20Library%20Association%20&amp;EventID=598120&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Tween Time: Ramen Noodle Taste Test (Ages 8-12)

Tween Time: Ramen Noodle Taste Test (Ages 8-12)

Program for tweens ages 8-12.
Celebrate National Noodle Day at the library by trying different ramen noodle cup flavors from...

The Millrace

Program for families with children of all ages.
The libraries and Land Trust are joining the Pumpkin Festival this year! Join Essex Library, Ivoryton Library, and Essex Land Trust for a family hike through The Millrace Preserve! Kids and families are invited to solve silly Halloween riddles as they walk along a festive path, enjoy a treat afterward courtesy of ELT, and take home a fun craft kit, courtesy of the libraries! This is a 15-20 min&nbsp;self-guided hike, come any time during the scheduled time frame!
This program is free and open to the public.
This program will be held at The Millrace, Ivory St, Ivoryton. In the event of rain, this program will not be held.
No registration is required, drop in!

Local Event: Trek-or-Treat Hike with ELT & ILA (All Ages)

Trek-or-Treat Hike with ELT & ILA (All Ages)

Program for families with children of all ages.
The libraries and Land Trust are joining the Pumpkin Festival this year!  Join...

Program designed for tweens and teens ages 8-18!
It’s spooky season! Celebrate by making festive candles with cool, spooky temporary tattoos! All supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity!
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=598123&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Tweens & Teens Make Spooky Candles (Ages 8-18)

Tweens & Teens Make Spooky Candles (Ages 8-18)

Program designed for tweens and teens ages 8-18!
It’s spooky season! Celebrate by making festive candles with cool, spooky...

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 directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!
What to Expect:
The Essex Library children’s room already has amazing toys for all ages, such as our train table, our sensory book collection, and our many puzzles! During baby playtime, caregivers are encouraged to explore the library’s existing toy collection, and extra items will be set up around the room that support fine and gross motor play – specifically for our youngest little ones!
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public. No registration is required.

Local Event: Baby Playtime (Birth - Age 2)

Baby Playtime (Birth - Age 2)

Program designed for caregivers and their child, age birth – 2.
Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build...

Program for kids ages 2-5.
Join the Essex Library’s Children’s Librarian for a story time celebrating all things spooky, featuring themed books, songs, and a spooky craft! Children are encouraged to dress in their Halloween costumes.
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 our pre-school age children for kindergarten.
What to expect:
Each Little Learners session begins with a welcome song where each child is invited to dance and celebrate themselves. We sing interactive songs that encourage vocabulary development and gross motor movement, then read a story together. After the first book, we sing a few more songs and read another story. We conclude our time together with 3-4 craft and play centers that help children develop their early math, literacy, and motor skills.
After story time, families are encouraged to stay, play, and socialize in our Children's Room. It's a wonderful opportunity for children to make friends, caregivers to connect, and our library community to grow together.
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
Registration is requested to ensure enough crafts are prepared.<a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=1314&amp;BranchID=1000003139&amp;Branch=All%20Locations&amp;EventID=598126&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Little Learners Story Time: Halloween! (Ages 2-5)

Little Learners Story Time: Halloween! (Ages 2-5)

Program for kids ages 2-5.
Join the Essex Library’s Children’s Librarian for a story time celebrating all things spooky,...

Program for kids of all ages.
Come to the library in costume, say the magic words, and get a special treat (one per kiddo, please!)
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
No registration is required, drop in!

Local Event: Trick or Treat at the Essex Library (All Ages)

Trick or Treat at the Essex Library (All Ages)

Program for kids of all ages.
Come to the library in costume, say the magic words, and get a special treat (one per kiddo,...

Program for kids of all ages.
We’ve got a banner, you’ve got some costumes, and we’re ready to join in on the fun! March with the Essex Library in the annual Essex Halloween Parade!
Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.
We will meet at the Essex Post Office, 12 Main Street, Essex, CT 06426.
Registration is required.<a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=1314&amp;BranchID=&amp;EventID=598128&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: March with Essex Library in the Essex Halloween Parade! (All Ages)

March with Essex Library in the Essex Halloween...

Program for kids of all ages.
We’ve got a banner, you’ve got some costumes, and we’re ready to join in on the fun! March with...

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Baby Keepsake (Birth - Age 2)

OCT

14

10:00 AM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)

OCT

20

9:30 AM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)

OCT

20

10:30 AM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Baby Band (Birth - Age 2)

OCT

21

10:00 AM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Little Learners Story Time: Pumpkin Patch Party! (Ages 2-5)

OCT

23

10:00 AM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Tween Time: Ramen Noodle Taste Test (Ages 8-12)

OCT

23

3:30 PM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Trek-or-Treat Hike with ELT & ILA (All Ages)

OCT

24

11:30 AM

Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT

Tweens & Teens Make Spooky Candles (Ages 8-18)

OCT

24

2:00 PM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)

OCT

27

10:30 AM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Wiggle Worms Story Time (Birth - Age 3)

OCT

27

10:30 AM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Baby Playtime (Birth - Age 2)

OCT

28

10:00 AM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Little Learners Story Time: Halloween! (Ages 2-5)

OCT

30

10:00 AM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

Trick or Treat at the Essex Library (All Ages)

OCT

31

9:00 AM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT

March with Essex Library in the Essex Halloween Parade! (All Ages)

OCT

31

5:30 PM

Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave, Essex, CT