Have you heard of The Kent Camp? Did you know that Kent School, a college preparatory school in Connecticut, has an historic connection (or two or three) to Essex and environs? It was news to me—welcome news—especially considering John Bird Burnham is once again at the heart of … [Read more...] about The Kent Camp: John Bird Burnham and Kent School
Archives for May 2014
Downtown Essex Day Exhibitors Sign Up Now!
It's that time of year again! Our 35th Annual "Downtown Essex Day" is scheduled for Saturday, August 2, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (rain or shine). Essex Initiatives will be organizing the event for the town and invites your participation. Local artists, craft-makers, farmers, … [Read more...] about Downtown Essex Day Exhibitors Sign Up Now!
Full and By Farm: Fully Green Hillsides
The hillsides have filled in with green finally, the bright spring greens of new leaves set against the dark needles of the evergreen trees. These dry spring days have given us plenty of opportunity to clean up fields from last fall's harvests and to prep for this summer's crops. … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm: Fully Green Hillsides
Essex Theatre Company Holds Capital Campaign for Masonic Lodge Air Conditioning
Essex Theatre Company is conducting a capital campaign for air conditioning at the Masonic Lodge in Essex, NY to ensure quality temperature control during performances at the Lodge especially during the hot summer months. How many times have you said to yourself, "It's too hot to … [Read more...] about Essex Theatre Company Holds Capital Campaign for Masonic Lodge Air Conditioning
Champlain Valley Films: Nebraska
Saturday, May 24 7:30 pm At Whallonsburg Grange Hall Tickets are $5 for adults and only $2 for those under 18. The Champlain Valley Film Society presents: Nebraska. Nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Bruce Dern, Nebraska tells … [Read more...] about Champlain Valley Films: Nebraska