Submitted by Elizabeth Reinhart
(May 22, 2026) — The following programs and events will take place at Essex Library, 33 West Avenue in Essex during the month of June, 2026.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. “Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts, with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig” (Virtual Author Talk)
Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more! Registration for all virtual author talks is required. Register online at www.youressexlibrary.org or by calling the library at 860-767-1560.
Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m., Adult Craft Night: Pressed Flower Lantern Jar
It’s an Adult Craft Night! Register for either a 6:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. time slot to make pressed flower lanterns from up-cycled glass yogurt jars with Adult Services Librarian Elizabeth Reinhart. We’ll provide the materials (while supplies last) and instruction for this easy-to-learn, no-stress, casual craft program for adults (ages 18 and up). Register online at www.youressexlibrary.org or by calling the library at 860-767-1560.
Mondays, June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. Yoga with Hannah
In this four-part yoga series, yogis will learn valuable breathing and movement sequences that will connect mind and body. 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. No registration necessary. Drop in!
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. “Eat Your Ice Cream: A Compassionate and Humorous Roadmap to Well-Being,” with Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel (Virtual Author Talk)
Join us for an empowering conversation with health expert Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel as he shares his vision for living well and aging with purpose. In “Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life,” he explores how to embrace health, happiness and longevity without falling for quick fixes or unrealistic promises. Registration for all virtual author talks is required. Register online at www.youressexlibrary.org or by calling the library at 860-767-1560.
The Essex Library Association is ya center for free, reliable information. We stimulate curiosity, nurture creativity and enable discovery. We are a window into the world. Essex Library has been a vital community institution since 1889. Since that time, the Library has grown to become a modern, professionally-staffed organization with a collection of nearly 50,000 items in a beautiful, 9,500 square foot facility. All of the Library’s programs are free and open to the public. www.youressexlibrary.org.
