Philip Scheffler, CBS News' first television street reporter, a documentary producer and the executive editor at 60 Minutes for many years, died April 7, 2016, in New York Presbyterian – Cornell Weill Medical Center. He was 85 and lived in Manhattan. Until recently he also spent much of his time in Essex, Conn., where he had a home for 40 years. Scheffler retired from 60 … [Read more...] about Philip Scheffler, “60 Minutes” Executive Editor, Former Essex Resident, Died April 7
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Essex Zoning Commission Continues Hearings on Cumberland Farms Rebuild, Plains Rd. Apartments to April 18
ESSEX — The zoning commission has continued to April 18 the public hearings on separate applications for a rebuild and expansion of the Cumberland Farms store at 82 Main St. in the Centerbrook section, and a 52-unit apartment complex with an affordable housing component on Plains Rd. Both applicants agreed at public hearings Monday to extend the legal deadline for closure of … [Read more...] about Essex Zoning Commission Continues Hearings on Cumberland Farms Rebuild, Plains Rd. Apartments to April 18
AAUW Presents Program on ‘Empowering Afghan Women and Girls’ at Essex Library Tomorrow
There are contingents of Afghan women who, with incredible courage and determination, are making a difference in this war-weary country. They are desperate for an education, to have a salaried job, to have influence in their family, to have a say in government and at peace tables, and to hold up at least some of the Afghan sky. They seek to bring peace and stability to their … [Read more...] about AAUW Presents Program on ‘Empowering Afghan Women and Girls’ at Essex Library Tomorrow
Essex Winter Series Presents Master Class for Strings, April 4
CENTERBROOK – Community Music School and Essex Winter Series will present a Master Class with violinist Tessa Lark on Monday, April 4, at 4 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 109 Main St., Centerbrook. Tessa will offer advice on technique and performance for student musicians who will each play during the class. The Master Class is free and open to the public. Tessa Lark is … [Read more...] about Essex Winter Series Presents Master Class for Strings, April 4
HOPE Partnership Welcomes the Community to Attend a FRIENDraiser, March 30
On Wednesday, March 30, HOPE Partnership will be hosting their annual “FRIEND raiser” at the Essex Steam Train’s River Valley Junction Building in Essex, Conn. This event will be held from 5 until 7 p.m. with a cocktail hour, complete with appetizers, beer and wine and is free to all who wish to attend. HOPE is inviting all interested members of the community to come … [Read more...] about HOPE Partnership Welcomes the Community to Attend a FRIENDraiser, March 30
Enjoy the ‘Essex go Bragh’ Irish Parade Today
The 5th Annual Essex go Bragh Parade will be held March 12. ESSEX – Many local organizations, led by Grand Marshal Augie Pampel, will be celebrating “All Things Green” at the Fifth Annual Essex go Bragh Irish Parade, on Saturday, March 12. Mary Ellen Barnes, Park and Recreation Director, said, “Every parade needs a Grand Marshal, and the Essex go Bragh Parade is no … [Read more...] about Enjoy the ‘Essex go Bragh’ Irish Parade Today
Essex Winter Series Presents Patricia Schuman in “Winter Romance” This Afternoon
Essex Winter Series will present the internationally renowned soprano Patricia Schuman on Sunday, March 6, at 3 p.m. at John Winthrop Middle School in Deep River. In a delightful program entitled “Winter Romance,” featuring music by Romantic-era early twentieth-century composers as well as selections from musical theater, Ms. Schuman will be joined by pianist Douglas Dickson … [Read more...] about Essex Winter Series Presents Patricia Schuman in “Winter Romance” This Afternoon
Essex Wellness Center Offers Free Presentation on Pain Management, Feb. 27
Essex Wellness Center presents a “Live Well 2016!” lecture series throughout the winter and spring of 2016. The series features free 90-minute (60-minute lecture plus 30-minute Q & A) educational lectures presented by various Essex Wellness Center holistic professionals. All lectures will be held at the Essex Wellness Center Group Space upstairs at 8 Novelty Lane in Essex … [Read more...] about Essex Wellness Center Offers Free Presentation on Pain Management, Feb. 27
Essex Winter Series Continues with Jeff Barnhart And His Hot Rhythm, Feb. 21
The 2016 Essex Winter Series (EWS) continues Sunday, Feb. 21, at Valley Regional High School at 3 p.m. with the Stu Ingersoll Jazz Concert featuring Jeff Barnhart and His Hot Rhythm. The 2016 EWS season, which has been designed by Executive Director Mihae Lee for its quality and variety, promises to be an exciting one, with three very different programs all by world-class … [Read more...] about Essex Winter Series Continues with Jeff Barnhart And His Hot Rhythm, Feb. 21
Essex Wellness Center Offers Free ‘Live Well’ Lecture Series; Final Presentation, Saturday
Essex Wellness Center presents a “Live Well 2016!” lecture series throughout the winter and spring of 2016. The series features free 90-minute (60-minute lecture plus 30-minute Q & A) educational lectures presented by various Essex Wellness Center holistic professionals. All lectures will be held at the Essex Wellness Center Group Space upstairs at 8 Novelty Lane in Essex … [Read more...] about Essex Wellness Center Offers Free ‘Live Well’ Lecture Series; Final Presentation, Saturday
Essex Savings Bank Offers Customers Ballot to Select Non-Profits to Receive Funds
Gregory R. Shook, President & Chief Executive Officer of Essex Savings Bank has announced that $110,000 will be made available for the Bank's Community Investment Program during 2016. Over the course of the past 20 years the Bank has annually committed up to 10 percent of its after tax net income to qualifying organizations within the immediate market area consisting of … [Read more...] about Essex Savings Bank Offers Customers Ballot to Select Non-Profits to Receive Funds
Donna Scott’s Slim-Down Challenge Begins at Essex Wellness Center, Jan. 9
Essex Wellness Center welcomes new challenge from new manager The River Valley Slim-Down Challenge, now in its fifth year, begins Jan. 9, 2016. It combines exercise and nutrition with a sense of competition and a chance to win some big bucks – all with the goal of losing a few pounds as we head into 2016. The River Valley Slim-Down Challenge was created by Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Donna Scott’s Slim-Down Challenge Begins at Essex Wellness Center, Jan. 9
Last Chance to See ‘I’ll Be Home for Christmas’ at Ivoryton Playhouse This Afternoon
The Ivoryton Playhouse Holiday Show runs until Sunday, Dec. 20. I'll Be Home For Christmas is a holiday potpourri of songs and carols and Christmas fun. What happens when we lose the true meaning of Christmas and spend our precious holiday time shopping and worrying? Come spend a little time with the Evans family as they prepare for the holiday season – decorating the house, … [Read more...] about Last Chance to See ‘I’ll Be Home for Christmas’ at Ivoryton Playhouse This Afternoon
Child & Family Agency Hosts Essex Holiday House Tour Today
Child & Family Agency of Southeastern CT hosts its 13th biennial Essex Holiday House Tour on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The tour will feature seven beautiful village homes, including a landmark house, all decorated for the holidays and within walking distance from the Town Hall for easy access to village shops and restaurants as well. Essex Historical … [Read more...] about Child & Family Agency Hosts Essex Holiday House Tour Today
See ‘Trees in the Rigging’ Community Carol Sing & Boat Parade in Essex Today
Kick off the holiday season in Essex with the annual Trees in the Rigging Community Carol Sing and Lighted Boat Parade on Nov. 29. The Connecticut River Museum, the Essex Board of Trade, and the Essex Historical Society combine to present this annual event that includes a traditional, lantern-lit carol stroll down Main Street where spectators are invited to bring their own … [Read more...] about See ‘Trees in the Rigging’ Community Carol Sing & Boat Parade in Essex Today