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SUMMARY:Homeschool Program: River Dwellers
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 9\, 2021\n10:00 am – 12:30 pm \nConnecticut River Museum: River Dwellers\nLearn about the many changes that have occurred over time in the river\, its valley\, and watershed. Discuss the historic\, environmental\, and social experiences of the people who made the river valley their home. Gain appreciation for the community decisions that helped drive the development and protection of the river. \nClick Here to Register! \n \n 
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/homeschool-program-river-dwellers/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Days
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SUMMARY:Boathouse Kids Crafts - Winter Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Winter Scavenger Hunt \nFREE Event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFun Winter activity!\nGather your kids and head to the Museum! Pick up your scavenger hunt bag and scour the area. Bring your treasures to the front desk through the end of February and receive a treat!
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/boathouse-kids-crafts-winter-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Homeschool Days,Public Programs,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T000000
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SUMMARY:Bid for Wreaths! Wreaths of the River Valley Auction 2020
DESCRIPTION:Bid for Wreaths: Tuesday\, December 1 – Thursday\, December 10 \nBrowse and Bid For Your Holiday Wreath Here! \nConnecticut River Museum collected wreaths for our second annual Wreaths of the River Valley auction from area businesses\, organizations\, and families! \nDon’t live nearby and still want to get in on the fun? No problem! We will ship your wreath to you!\nContact Phyllis Stillman for more information.  \nWreath auction bidding closes at Midnight\, December 10; the evening of our holiday fundraiser\, Mistletoe & Martinis. \nNeed more information? Contact Phyllis Stillman at pstillman@ctrivermuseum.org or 860-767-8269\, ext. 119.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/bid-for-wreaths-wreaths-of-the-river-valley-auction-2020/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRM":MAILTO:marketing@ctrivermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210214T170000
DTSTAMP:20210112T184853Z
CREATED:20200908T183721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T184853Z
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SUMMARY:27th Annual Holiday Train Show
DESCRIPTION:PURCHASE TICKETS  \nPrepaid\, timed admission tickets are required for all visitors\, including Members.\nPlease remember that these are timed-entry tickets. If you are unable to arrive in time for your reserved session\, you may be asked to transfer to a different time.\n\nTrains run daily Tuesday through Sunday\nTuesday\, November 24\, 2020 – Sunday\, February 14\, 2021 \nThe family friendly Holiday Train Show exhibit is back at the Connecticut River Museum for its\n27th year of fun for all ages. See what train artist Steve Cryan has created this year! A fully operational 26 foot train layout\, “I SPY” scavenger hunts\, and toddler sized viewing layout are all part of the fun! \nKEEPING FAMILIES SAFE FOR 2020: \nAs with most events this year\, our Annual Holiday Train will look different. To ensure that every guest can view the exhibit and maintain safe social distancing\, please see the following new protocols: \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n* Timed\, Ticketed Admission for all guests\, including Members.\n* To ensure distancing\, ticket sales will close 1 hour prior to your reserved session.\n* Each Admission Group will hold a maximum of 10 guests.\n* Admission to the third floor exhibit is booked for 30 minute viewing sessions.\n* Guests will not be admitted to the 3rd Floor Exhibit without an admission ticket.\n\n\n\n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS 
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/27th-annual-holiday-train-show/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201111T170000
DTSTAMP:20200929T161517Z
CREATED:20200929T161517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200929T161517Z
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SUMMARY:Veterans Day - Free Admission to Veterans and Current Military Personnel
DESCRIPTION:Veterans Day: Wednesday\, November 11\, 2020 \n  \nIn support and appreciation of former and current military personnel\, we offer free admission to all veterans and current military personnel on Wednesday\, November 11\, 2020. \n 
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/veterans-day-free-admission-to-veterans-and-current-military-personnel/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201110T190000
DTSTAMP:20200923T143740Z
CREATED:20200312T193945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200923T143740Z
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SUMMARY:Authors & Artists Online Series: Wick Griswold
DESCRIPTION:Authors & Artists Series: Wick Griswold\nConnecticut River Shipbuilding  \nPresented online via Zoom\nTuesday\, November 10\, 2020\n6:00 pm \nMembers Free\nMembers Click Here to Register \nJoin us to launch Wick Griswold and Ruth Major’s latest book –  Connecticut River Shipbuilding \nWick Griswold is sharing the release of his latest book which he co-wrote with Ruth Major\, Connecticut River Shipbuilding\, here at the Connecticut River Museum. We could not be more excited!  The primary focus of the book is on shipbuilding in Essex\, Connecticut\, flowing from dugout canoes to the sleek yachts of today. In this lecture\, Wick examines and discusses the changes over time\, from canoe to ship to pleasure boat\, making the point that what we do today becomes nostalgia and\, ultimately\, history. \nWick Griswold teaches the Sociology of the Connecticut River at the University of Hartford. He is the author of five books on Connecticut River history. He is also the Commodore of the Connecticut River Drifting Society. \nPURCHASE TICKETSZoom Link will be emailed to attendees
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/authors-artists-series-wick-griswold/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201125T170000
DTSTAMP:20201105T174848Z
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SUMMARY:Wreaths of the River Valley 2020 Auction - Accepting Donations!
DESCRIPTION:  \nAccepting Donations through Wednesday\, November 25 at 5:00 pm \nWreath auction runs from Tuesday\, December 1 – Thursday\, December 10 \n  \nShare the joy of the holiday season as you create your one-of-a-kind holiday wreath. Connecticut River Museum is collecting wreaths for our second annual Wreaths of the River Valley auction. Donations accepted from area businesses\, organizations\, and families! We can only accept the first 30 wreaths. If you are interested in donating your creation\, click below for guidelines! \nHow to Donate A Wreath! \nNeed more information? Contact Phyllis Stillman at pstillman@ctrivermuseum.org or 860-767-8269\, ext. 119.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/wreaths-of-the-river-valley-2020-auction-accepting-donations/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Fundraisers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201025T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201025T150000
DTSTAMP:20201009T175545Z
CREATED:20200915T153902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T175545Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Leaf-Peeping Cruise on the Connecticut River
DESCRIPTION:October 25\, 2020\nTwo Sails!\n10:30 am – 12:30 pm\nOR\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nJoin us for a leaf-peeping cruise on the Connecticut River aboard our replica of the historic ship Onrust. \nEnjoy the vibrant colors and enchanting scents of the river and nature in autumn in the Connecticut River Valley. \nLight fall snacks will be served. \n$35/person \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER  for the 10:30-12:30 Sail or CLICK HERE TO REGISTER  for the 1:00-3:00 Sail \nQuestions: Call 860-767-8269\, Ext. 110
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/fall-leaf-peeping-cruise-on-the-connecticut-river-2/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201013T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201013T190000
DTSTAMP:20200923T143633Z
CREATED:20200310T170739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200923T143633Z
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SUMMARY:Authors & Artists Online Series: Erica Cirino “Trashed rivers\, seas of plastic: How your habits on land harm the ocean”
DESCRIPTION:Erica Cirino “Trashed rivers\, seas of plastic: How your habits on land harm the ocean” \nPresented online via Zoom\nTuesday\, October 13\, 2020\n6:00 pm \n$5.00 Non-Members \nMembers Free\nMembers Click Here to Register \nThe ocean is often depicted as ground zero of the world’s plastic pollution crisis. But it turns out that a minority of plastic in the oceans—about 20 percent—is there as a result of dumping at sea. The vast majority of pollution—about 80 percent—blows from land to sea\, or flows into the oceans from rivers and estuaries. Erica shares her experiences reporting on the front lines of the plastic pollution crisis—revealing how land\, rivers\, and sea are interconnected—and gives advice to Connecticut River residents on how to minimize their impact. \nErica Cirino is a writer\, artist and wildlife rehabilitator who explores the intersection of the human and nonhuman worlds. Her work is focused on the human connection to nature–wild creatures in particular–and human impact on planet Earth. She is currently writing a book about the global plastic pollution crisis and her experiences covering the issue\, documenting plastic pollution in nature\, the latest science that measures the extent of the crisis\, and new solutions that could prevent further ecological destruction and harm to wildlife. Her work has taken her sailing twice across wide swaths of the Pacific\, across the Atlantic\, in Danish waters\, in California’s waters\, and around Iceland; to Southeast Asia\, across the U.S. and Western Europe; the Caribbean; Polynesia and beyond. When she’s not on the road with her notebooks and cameras\, she lives in Essex\, Connecticut\, and Copenhagen\, Denmark\, with her husband\, who is also a sailor. \nTo take a peak into life on the water with Erica\, and see what it was like to sail across the most polluted part of the ocean\, check out this YouTube video:  Sailing inside the Pacific Garbage Patch \nPURCHASE TICKETSZoom Link will be emailed to attendees.Photo: Sailing across the Atlantic Ocean covering plastic pollution at sea with all-female eXXpedition crew\, 2019. ©Erica Cirino
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/authors-artists-series-erica-cirino-trashed-rivers-seas-of-plastic-how-your-habits-on-land-harm-the-ocean/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T170000
DTSTAMP:20200917T152033Z
CREATED:20200915T155508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T152033Z
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SUMMARY:Carlson's Landing Dinner and A Sail
DESCRIPTION:Carlson’s Landing Dinner and A Sail\nSaturday\, October 10\n5:00 pm\n$75 \nBook your Dinner and a Sail Here! \nDinner and a Sail? What’s not to love? Join us on Saturday\, October 10 for a Sunset Sail followed by a delicious dinner at Carlson’s Landing. Click Here for your Carlson’s Landing Dinner and a Sail Menu! \n  \n \nBook your Dinner and a Sail Here!
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/carlsons-landing-dinner-and-a-sail/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T170000
DTSTAMP:20200929T155359Z
CREATED:20200929T155359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200929T155359Z
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SUMMARY:World Sight Day 2020
DESCRIPTION:World Sight Day: Thursday\, October 8\, 2020\nFree Admission to the blind \nWorld Sight Day is an annual day of awareness to focus global attention on blindness. The Day is observed around the world and is the main advocacy event for the prevention of blindness and for “Vision 2020: The Right to Sight”\, a global effort to prevent blindness created by WHO and the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness.  \nIf you are interested in learning more\, please go to The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness at https://www.iapb.org/.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/world-sight-day-2020/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T170000
DTSTAMP:20200930T192625Z
CREATED:20200929T153545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T192625Z
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SUMMARY:First Responder Fridays!
DESCRIPTION:First Responder Fridays!\nEach Friday from October 1 – November 20. \nWe appreciate the tireless efforts of first responders everywhere. Every Friday between October 1 and November 20\, first responders receive half-price admission to the Connecticut River Museum!
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/first-responder-fridays/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T190000
DTSTAMP:20200923T143329Z
CREATED:20200312T181415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200923T143329Z
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SUMMARY:Authors & Artists Online Series: Chad Floyd
DESCRIPTION:Authors & Artists Online Series: Chad Floyd\nSS United States: Hallmark of Modern Design \nPresented online via Zoom\nTuesday\, September 29\, 2020\n6:00 pm \n$5.00 Non-Members \nMembers Free\nMembers Click Here to Register \nIn an illustrated lecture\, Centerbrook Architects Partner Chad Floyd\, FAIA\, tells the story of the liner SS United States\, the fastest ocean liner ever built. \nFloyd’s lecture describes a remarkable collaboration between the ship’s naval architect\, William Francis Gibbs\, and its interior designer\, Dorothy Marckwald. Launched in 1951\, the “Big U” was the most modern\, graceful\, and powerful ship in the world\, breaking the eastbound speed record on her maiden voyage. With a weight-saving aluminum superstructure\, “America’s Flagship\,” as she came to be known\, ushered in a new aesthetic that married performance to glamour and influenced millions of Americans to embrace Mid-Century design. \nFloyd’s design credits include cultural\, academic\, and civic projects\, among them the new Thompson Exhibition Center at Mystic Seaport Museum; Krieble Gallery at the Florence Griswold Museum; the Addison Gallery of American Art; Palmer Events Center in Austin\, Texas; the 9/11 Liberty Memorial in Virginia; and the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center.  Currently he is at work on the Connecticut River Museum’s proposed new Discovery Center and on a Welcome Center and Gallery for Hill-Stead Museum in Farmington. \nPURCHASE TICKETSZoom Link will be emailed to attendees. 
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/authors-artists-series-chad-floyd/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T193000
DTSTAMP:20200818T170012Z
CREATED:20200504T213148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T170012Z
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SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock - Tiny Ocean
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays on the Dock\nTiny Ocean\nThursday\, September 17\, 2020\n5:30 – 7:30 pm \nPlease arrive early to ensure your spot on the lawn – Space is very limited. \nIn order to maintain best social distance practices\, we need to limit the number attending our Thursday On The Dock performances. The number allowed on the lawn is dictated by CT State regulations. Thank you for your understanding during these uncommon times. \nNow in its 11th year\, Thursday’s on the Dock continues to rock the River! Each Thursday night in the summer\, the foot of Main Street in Essex is the place to be from 5:30 –7:30 pm. We have a fabulous lineup this year thanks to our presenting sponsor\, Prive Swiss Wellness. \nTiny Ocean is a mixture of americana\, indie folk\, folk rock\, indie folk. Kierstin Sieser\, Jeremy Coster\, Jon Morse\, and Keith Newman make up the group. They are part dreamy Americana\, part strange folk rock and a little psychedelia. \nFrom July 16 through September 10\, guests can listen to music\, get a FREE massage\, taste a new beverage\, and take in our gorgeous waterfront views. These events are free\, although we do pass a hat to enable us to continue the tradition. \nBeer and wine are available for purchase. Porky Pete’s BBQ is onsite with options for your dinner or snacks. \nPlease no BYOB.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-tiny-ocean-2/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T190000
DTSTAMP:20200825T162208Z
CREATED:20200310T195606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T162208Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED UNTIL 2021 DATE TBD - Authors & Artists Series: Walt Woodward
DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED UNTIL 2021 DATE TBD \nAuthors & Artists Series: Walt Woodward & The Band of Steady Habits Present A New Album & A New Book\nTuesday\, September 15\, 2020\n6:00 pm \n$5.00 Non-Members \nMembers Free\nMembers Click Here to Register \nAlbum Premiere\nGreat River\nThe album premiere celebrates the release of Walt Woodward and The Band of Steady Habits’  (Rachel Smith\, Teagan Smith\, Jeremy Teitelbaum\, Duke York\, and Walt) debut mini-album\, Great River\, which includes representative songs from Walt Woodward and the band of steady habits musical history lectures. One of the songs\, “Great River” is former hit country music songwriter Walt Woodward’s own composition about the Connecticut River – “Great River”. The songs will be integrated into a selection of short readings from state historian Woodward’s brand new book Creating Connecticut: Critical Moments That Shaped a Great State.   \nBook Launch\nCreating Connecticut\nConnecticut State Historian Walter Woodward helps us understand how people and events in Connecticut’s past played crucial roles in forming the culture and character of Connecticut today. Woodward\, a gifted story-teller\, brings the history we thought we knew to life in new ways\, from the nearly forgotten early presence of the Dutch\, to the time when Connecticut was New England’s fiercest prosecutor of witches\, the decades when Nutmeggers were rapidly leaving the state\, and the years when Irish immigrants were hurrying into it. Whether it’s his investigation into the unusually rough justice meted out to Revolutionary War hero Nathan Hale\, or a peek into Mark Twain’s smoking habits\, Creating Connecticut will leave you thinking about our state’s past––and its future––in a whole new way. \nWalt Woodward is the State Historian of Connecticut and an Associate Professor of History at the University of Connecticut. He is the narrator and producer/editor of Today in Connecticut History (with CT Humanities) and Grating the Nutmeg: The Podcast of Connecticut History (with Connecticut Explored magazine). He also writes the “From the State Historian” column in Connecticut Explored magazine. A widely sought after public speaker and historian\, he lives in Columbia\, CT. \nPrior to becoming a historian\, Walt Woodward was a songwriter and advertising music music producer in Nashville and Cleveland\, where he wrote two hit country songs\, won two Emmy’s for television and film music\, and eight Clio’s – advertising’s highest award – for his musical productions. \nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/authors-artists-series-walt-woodward/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T193000
DTSTAMP:20200818T165738Z
CREATED:20200504T210458Z
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SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock - USCG Dixieland Band
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays on the Dock\nUSCG Dixieland Band\nThursday\, September 10\, 2020\n5:30 – 7:30 pm \nPlease arrive early to ensure your spot on the lawn – Space is very limited. \nIn order to maintain best social distance practices\, we need to limit the number attending our Thursday On The Dock performances. The number allowed on the lawn is dictated by CT State regulations. Thank you for your understanding during these uncommon times. \nNow in its 11th year\, Thursday’s on the Dock continues to rock the River! Each Thursday night in the summer\, the foot of Main Street in Essex is the place to be from 5:30 –7:30 pm. We have a fabulous lineup this year thanks to our presenting sponsor\, Prive Swiss Wellness. \nThe United States Coast Guard Dixieland Jazz Band was organized in 1970 to perform classic jazz\, blues\, and rags with a “New Orleans” flavor. The Dixieland Jazz Band has entertained audiences across America\, in the former Soviet Union\, England\, Japan\, and Taiwan. Notable venues include Preservation Hall in New Orleans\, Times Square in New York City\, the Blue Note Club in Taipei (Taiwan)\, the Embarcadero in San Francisco\, the John F. Kennedy Center Millennium Stage in Washington\, D.C.\, and Mardi Gras in New Orleans. The Band appeared at prestigious Traditional Jazz Festivals in Sacramento\, California; Sun Valley\, Idaho; and Washington\, DC. The six-member group has also performed on numerous radio and television broadcasts across the nation\, including CBS News This Morning and Fox and Friends. \n\nMUCS Mark McCormick\, bass and group leader\nMUC Cedric Mayfield\, clarinet\nMU1 Thomas Brown\, trumpet\nMUC Sean Nelson\, trombone\nMU1 Robert Langslet\, piano\nMU1 Nathan Lassell\, drum set\nMUC Robert Holtorff\, audio engineer\n\nFrom July 16 through September 10\, guests can listen to music\, get a FREE massage\, taste a new beverage\, and take in our gorgeous waterfront views. These events are free\, although we do pass a hat to enable us to continue the tradition. \nBeer and wine are available for purchase. Porky Pete’s BBQ is onsite with options for your dinner or snacks. \nPlease no BYOB. \nPhoto Credit: United States Coast Guard \n 
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-uscg-dixieland-band/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200903T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200903T193000
DTSTAMP:20200818T165850Z
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SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock - Local Honey
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays on the Dock\nLocal Honey\nThursday\, September 3\, 2020\n5:30 – 7:30 pm \nPlease arrive early to ensure your spot on the lawn – Space is very limited. \nIn order to maintain best social distance practices\, we need to limit the number attending our Thursday On The Dock performances. The number allowed on the lawn is dictated by CT State regulations. Thank you for your understanding during these uncommon times. \nNow in its 11th year\, Thursday’s on the Dock continues to rock the River! Each Thursday night in the summer\, the foot of Main Street in Essex is the place to be from 5:30 –7:30 pm. We have a fabulous lineup this year thanks to our presenting sponsor\, Prive Swiss Wellness. \n\n\n\nBorn out of a mutual respect for all things auditory and a humble appreciation for an organic evolution\, lifelong friends Frank Natter\, Erin Smith\, and Abraham Wilson have embarked on an unforgettable musical journey. Steely and deliberate songwriting that casually staggers down the line between rhythm and melody\, laced with loose yet conscious jams\, and extraordinary vocals will transport any listener to another realm. Experiencing an amazing live show is one of life’s sweetest pleasures and for the person who is treated to Local Honey\, they will be given music performed with pure emotion\, raw talent\, and endless gratitude. \n\n\n\nFrom July 16 through September 10\, guests can listen to music\, get a FREE massage\, taste a new beverage\, and take in our gorgeous waterfront views. These events are free\, although we do pass a hat to enable us to continue the tradition. \nBeer and wine are available for purchase. Porky Pete’s BBQ is onsite with options for your dinner or snacks. \nPlease no BYOB.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-local-honey-2/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201002
DTSTAMP:20200828T162536Z
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SUMMARY:Boathouse Kids Fall Crafts - September Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:September Scavenger Hunt\nMonth of September \nFREE Event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFun September activity!\nGather your kids and head to the Museum! Pick up your scavenger hunt bag and scour the area. Bring your treasures to the front desk any time in September and receive a treat!
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/boathouse-kids-fall-crafts-september-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Homeschool Days,Public Programs,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200827T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200827T193000
DTSTAMP:20200827T164529Z
CREATED:20200505T195756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200827T164529Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER. Thursdays on the Dock - Old Dog New Trick
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays on the Dock\nOld Dog New Trick\nThursday\, August 27\, 2020\n5:30 – 7:30 pm \nPlease arrive early to ensure your spot on the lawn – Space is very limited. \nIn order to maintain best social distance practices\, we need to limit the number attending our Thursday On The Dock performances. The number allowed on the lawn is dictated by CT State regulations. Thank you for your understanding during these uncommon times. \nNow in its 11th year\, Thursday’s on the Dock continues to rock the River! Each Thursday night in the summer\, the foot of Main Street in Essex is the place to be from 5:30 –7:30 pm. We have a fabulous lineup this year thanks to our presenting sponsor\, Prive Swiss Wellness. \nOld Dog New Trick is an increasingly popular local talent that sprang onto the vibrant Lower Connecticut River Valley music scene some eight years ago beginning with the father-son duo of Bruce and Mitch Thorndike\, then adding the rhythm force of Abe Wilson and Paul Emmerling. Geoff Cox on sax and flute completes the colorful front section. With a suitcase full of original songs and an ever-evolving mashup of creative covers\, ODNT\, as they are known\, has grown a fan base that is as vital and exuberant as the five lads themselves. From Van Morrison to the Stones\, Zac Brown\, Chris Stapleton\, CSNY\, The Band and of course\, JJ Cale! Never the same song played twice! They’ll have you up and dancing\, singing along with their fan-favored originals…and of course calling out for One More Song! \nFrom July 16 through September 10\, guests can listen to music\, get a FREE massage\, taste a new beverage\, and take in our gorgeous waterfront views. These events are free\, although we do pass a hat to enable us to continue the tradition. \nBeer and wine are available for purchase. Porky Pete’s BBQ is onsite with options for your dinner or snacks. \nPlease no BYOB.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-old-dog-new-trick/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T193000
DTSTAMP:20200818T165556Z
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SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock - Meadows Brothers Band
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays on the Dock\nMeadows Brothers Band\nThursday\, August 20\, 2020\n5:30 – 7:30 pm \nPlease arrive early to ensure your spot on the lawn – Space is very limited. \nIn order to maintain best social distance practices\, we need to limit the number attending our Thursday On The Dock performances. The number allowed on the lawn is dictated by CT State regulations. Thank you for your understanding during these uncommon times. \nNow in its 11th year\, Thursday’s on the Dock continues to rock the River! Each Thursday night in the summer\, the foot of Main Street in Essex is the place to be from 5:30 –7:30 pm. We have a fabulous lineup this year thanks to our presenting sponsor\, Prive Swiss Wellness. \nThe Meadows Brothers music exists in the spaces between a rock&roll band that writes folk songs and a folk band that writes rock&roll songs; with a heavy helping of harmony\, a taste of groove\, a bit of the blues and a dash of twang for good measure. They sing songs of hope\, songs of love\, songs of despair\, and songs of good times.\nIan and Dustin Meadows have been playing music together for a good portion (the majority) of the 23 years they’ve known each other. Drawing from a varied list of influences; their sound and songs have taken shape over countless late night jams and writing sessions in their childhood bedroom\, and hundreds of shows all over the country. \nIan and Dustin also perform as The Meadows Brothers Band with their friends Tim Leffingwell on bass\, and Steve Cusano on drums. \nFrom July 16 through September 10\, guests can listen to music\, get a FREE massage\, taste a new beverage\, and take in our gorgeous waterfront views. These events are free\, although we do pass a hat to enable us to continue the tradition. \nBeer and wine are available for purchase. Porky Pete’s BBQ is onsite with options for your dinner or snacks. \nPlease no BYOB.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-meadows-brothers-band/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200819T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200819T193000
DTSTAMP:20201006T184719Z
CREATED:20200615T175621Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Sea Glass Tree Craft Workshop
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! \nSea Glass Tree Craft\nWednesday\, August 19\n5:30-7:30 pm • Ages 12+ \nCreate a beautiful 10” Sea Glass Tree while enjoying the stunning view on the river bank in Essex. The tree is made from a cone shaped form and a lovely assortment of genuine and faux sea glass procured and made available by our friends at Coastal Creations of Clinton. \nThe instructor is Terri Veach from Coastal Creations of Clinton. Terri is an experienced Master Designer with over 30 years of experience. She provides art instruction\, and consultative services for home decor projects as well as event planning services for large scale parties\, gatherings\, weddings and corporate events. \n\n\nAdditional Information \n\nPlease wear a mask\nSeating will be organized to facilitate safe social distancing\n\nClick on Book Online Now to reserve your spot. \nBook online now!\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/sea-glass-tree-workshop/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="CRM":MAILTO:marketing@ctrivermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T200000
DTSTAMP:20200807T173945Z
CREATED:20200407T171353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200807T173945Z
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SUMMARY:Shanties & Sails: August 18 - The Johnson Girls
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE AUGUST 18 (THANKS ISAIAS!) \nShanties & Sails: August 18 – The Johnson Girls\nTuesday\, August 18\, 2020\n5:30-6:30 Shanties:  FREE\n7:00-8:00 Onrust:  $25. Sail aboard the Onrust with the performers! \nA big Thank You shout out to our Shanties & Sails sponsor Privé Swiss Wellness for their generous support! \nWe are limiting seating aboard the Onrust to ensure you all have safe distancing. \nTo purchase your seat aboard the Onrust\, click on the pink book now button at the bottom of your screen. \nJoin us for CRM’s newest concert series\, Shanties & Sails! Come down and enjoy an evening of Sea Shanties. 🎼 You want to be on the deck to hear talented shanty and sea-song musicians for a FREE one hour live performance. Add onto your evening to continue the fun.  Book a trip on the Onrust! Seating on board the Onrust is limited for this one-of-a-kind event. \n\nONRUST\nOnrust is a re-creation of the vessel Adriaen Block built in 1614.  She is available for public cruises as well as private charters.  Built over several years in upstate New York using traditional plans and means\, the Onrust is a wholly unique ship that serves to educate and entertain visitors curious about the age of exploration\, the fur trade\, and our early colonial history. \nThe Johnson Girls \nThe Johnson Girls have been a force on the folk and maritime music scene for over two decades as the leading all-woman\, a cappella maritime group in the world. Believing that sea chanteys and songs of the sea were the first real “World Music”\, Joy Bennett\, Alison Kelley\, Bonnie Milner\, and Deirdre Murtha each bring a special influence to the group. Whether performing at packed international folk festivals\, intimate venues\, workshops\, or presenting school or library programs\, The Johnson Girls remain true to their mission of keeping chantey singing and its history alive\, bringing women’s voices to the fore\, and encouraging everyone to join in the revelry. Widely acclaimed for their powerhouse performances of rousing work songs\, sensitive renderings of haunting ballads and laments\, and hair-raising harmonies\, they sweep their audiences along in a tidal fervor. “The Johnson Girls\, chantey singers from America\, took the place by storm…  Those who thought a chantey singer had to be male\, bearded\, and with a beer gut\, needed to think again.”  – Cornwall Guardian (UK) \nSea music may well have been the first “world music.”  Ships were often melting pots\, with crew-members from many countries\, and who were heavily influenced by the music they heard while traveling around the world and from other crew members.  These sailors incorporated into their work songs and other shipboard music the different rhythms and styles from their own often diverse cultures as well as those they encountered during their voyages.  Each of The Johnson Girls was captivated by this music at different times in their lives\, and came together in 1997 following the Mystic Seaport Sea Music festival to burst through the barrier of this previously male dominated genre. \nEach of The Johnson Girls brings a specialty and style to the ensemble.  Their extensive repertoire includes songs with an Afro-Caribbean influence\, of the inland waterways\, of fishing\, mining\, Irish\, Anglo-American\, Italian\, French\, and Canadian ballads and work songs\, and much more.  The Johnson Girls bring a unique interpretation to their repertoire while preserving the traditional roots of their music. \nIn addition to powerful main stage performances\, The Johnson Girls have led participatory workshops and demonstrations during festivals and folk weeks/weekends on many topics including but by no means limited to:  women and the sea\, contemporary sea songs\, harmony\, sea chanteys 101\, work songs: old and new\, fishing: then and now\, Afro-Caribbean songs\, ballads\, song collecting\, landsmen\, sailors and ladies\, and more. \nThe Johnson Girls have 4 CDs including the most recent “On Deck & Below”\, “The Johnson Girls”\, “On the Rocks”\, and “Fire Down Below” have received rave reviews in the US and UK in Dirty Linen\, Sing Out\, Traditional Music Maker and Living Tradition magazines\, The Cornwall Guardian\, International Chantey Magazine\, and the Folk Music Society of NY newsletter. \nPURCHASE TICKETS  \n\n \n  \nPhotos:\nThe Johnson Girls\, by: thejohnsongirls.com\nOnrust Deck\, by: J Raunikar – CT River Museum
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/shanties-sails-june-23-the-johnson-girls-band/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T193000
DTSTAMP:20200721T190410Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Thursdays on the Dock - John Spignesi Band
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays on the Dock\nJohn Spignesi Band\nThursday\, August 13\, 2020\n5:30 – 7:30 pm \nWE ARE AT CAPACITY FOR THIS SHOW. \nIn order to maintain best social distance practices\, we need to limit the number attending our Thursday On The Dock performances. The number allowed on the lawn is dictated by CT State regulations. Thank you for your understanding during these uncommon times. \nNow in its 11th year\, Thursday’s on the Dock continues to rock the River! Each Thursday night in the summer\, the foot of Main Street in Essex is the place to be from 5:30 –7:30 pm. We have a fabulous lineup this year thanks to our presenting sponsor\, Prive Swiss Wellness. \nNew Haven based quartet “JSB” (shortened for The John Spignesi Band) is a group you don’t want to sleep on. Led by guitarist/frontman\, John “Spigs” Spignesi\, this band has been steadily making a name for themselves in the East Coast jam scene since their formation in January 2015. \n“What’s on the setlist tonight?” many fans tend to ask. The answer is you\, the audience\, and the vibe at the venue. Together we can guide the journey and the energy of the show. It’s about that shared experience. JSB has never used setlists\, often sculpting shows on the fly\, with rockers\, ballads\, & sing-a-longs. A truly diverse musical ensemble who doesn’t believe limiting themselves to genres\, JSB performs a wide variety of original tunes while adding in covers that they truly make their own. \nJSB has shared the stage with national-touring acts such as Max Creek\, Zach Deputy\, Kung Fu\, The Funky Dawgz Brass Band\, and more. On the road and on the stage\, the band’s motto has become “No Reverse” inspiring them to always be hungry for more. \nFrom July 16 through September 10\, guests can listen to music\, get a FREE massage\, taste a new beverage\, and take in our gorgeous waterfront views. These events are free\, although we do pass a hat to enable us to continue the tradition. \nBeer and wine are available for purchase. Porky Pete’s BBQ is onsite with options for your dinner or snacks. \nPlease no BYOB.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-john-spignesi-band/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T200000
DTSTAMP:20200707T193614Z
CREATED:20200407T174057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T193614Z
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SUMMARY:Shanties & Sails: August 11 - Geoff Kaufman
DESCRIPTION:Shanties & Sails: August 11 – Geoff Kaufman\nTuesday\, August 11\, 2020\n5:30-6:30 Shanties:  FREE\n7:00-8:00 Onrust:  $25. Sail aboard the Onrust with the performers! \nA big Thank You shout out to our Shanties & Sails sponsor Privé Swiss Wellness for their generous support! \nWe are limiting seating aboard the Onrust to ensure you all have safe distancing. \nTo book your sail aboard the Onrust\, click on the pink book now button at the bottom of the screen. \nJoin us for CRM’s newest concert series\, Shanties & Sails! Come down to our North Deck and enjoy an evening of Sea Shanties. 🎼 You want to be on the deck to hear talented shanty and sea-song musicians for a FREE one hour live performance. Add onto your evening to continue the fun.  Book a trip on the Onrust! Seating on board the Onrust is limited for this one-of-a-kind event. \n\nONRUST\nOnrust is a re-creation of the vessel Adriaen Block built in 1614.  She is available for public cruises as well as private charters.  Built over several years in upstate New York using traditional plans and means\, the Onrust is a wholly unique ship that serves to educate and entertain visitors curious about the age of exploration\, the fur trade\, and our early colonial history. \nGeoff Kaufman\nFor the past twenty-eight years\, Geoff Kaufman has been leading audiences to find truth\, humor\, and beauty in folk music. Whether singing sailor songs with his quartet\, Forebitter; or environmental songs on board the Sloop Clearwater in the Hudson River; or in solo performances at coffeehouses throughout the Northeast United States and festivals in Europe\, Geoff has entertained and touched audiences near and far. \nSongs of the sea\, songs of the earth\, songs of the heart and the spirit—all of these are in Geoff Kaufman’s ditty bag. Ancient ballads\, work songs\, and songs of love; poignant songs of people in struggle\, humorous glimpses of human foibles\, and insights into history—all of these are likely to be woven into one of Geoff’s concerts. \nAbove all\, at the core of Geoff’s performance is his rich tenor voice and an exuberant love of singing. And part of that love is to entice audiences to sing along\, to share in the exhilaration of full-throated vocalization if they wish. In this age of electronic overload and passive media pabulum\, Geoff likes to stress the “live” in live performance\, promoting participation\, be it by voice or heart or mind. \nPURCHASE TICKETS  \n\n \n  \nPhotos:\nGeoff Kaufman\, by: geoffkaufman.com\nOnrust Deck\, by: J Raunikar – CT River Museum
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/shanties-sails-june-30-geoff-kaufman/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200808T133000
DTSTAMP:20200728T154154Z
CREATED:20200601T145352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200728T154154Z
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SUMMARY:Conquer the Current Paddle Regatta 2020
DESCRIPTION:Conquer the Current will paddle on this year\, but there are some changes! \n\nFor 2020 we are partnering with our friends at Surfrider’s Connecticut Chapter ct.surfrider.org.\nIn light of Covid-19\, Surfrider CT made the tough decision to cancel their annual event\, the Charles Island SUP CUP. CT River Museum is thrilled that Surfrider CT has decided to support our Conquer the Current paddle regatta! Our mutual love of paddling and protecting our beautiful waters makes it a perfect collaboration!\nTo streamline our race and keep within the State of CT regulations\, this year will solely feature the most popular 9 mile race!\nRegistration closes on 8/7/2020. Register early to help us stage this event. THERE IS NO SAME DAY REGISTRATION.\nThis is a One Way Race\, Point A to Point B. Registrants must find their own rides to/from each location. Uber is available in our area.\nThis fun race/ regatta is open to all non-motorized safe seaworthy paddle craft including but not limited to: canoes\, kayaks\, stand up/ prone paddleboards\, rowboats\, surf skis\, shells\, currachs\, OC’s…\n\nThe Connecticut River Museum’s FOURTH annual downriver paddle regatta to benefit the Museum’s education programs will take place on Saturday\, August 8\, 2020 from 8:00 – 3:00. The Regatta is open to all paddle craft: canoes\, kayaks\, stand up paddle boards and rowboats! \nThis year will feature 1 race route only:\nEagle Landing Race: The 9 mile race starts at Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam and finishes in front of the Connecticut River Museum in Essex. \nOpen to men and women age 16 and over\, with classes for SUP (All)\, Kayak and Open/ Miscelaneous- note the classes may change based on registration numbers. The race is staffed with support and safety boats. Youth ages 12-15 are welcome to participate with a registered participating adult\, or as pre-approved by the race committee based on proven paddling/ water safety prowess. \nRegistration for the event will be through paddleguru.com    Questions?  Call 860-767-8269\, ext 110 or ainsall@ctrivermuseum.org. \nA detailed Race Sheet will be sent with the daily schedule close to the regatta date. \nDate/ Times: \nAugust 8\, 2020 8:30AM to ~1:00PM \nStarts at Eagle Landing State Park Haddam and ends at Connecticut River Museum Essex (not a loop race) \nStart- Eagle Landing State Park (Gazebo)\, 14 Little Meadow Rd\, Haddam\, CT 06438 \nFinish- In front of the Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main St\, Essex\, CT 06426 \nRegistration Fees: \n$60 per solo vessel\, $80 per multi-person vessel \nDepending on local/ governmental restrictions\, the race may be followed by an awards ceremony\, otherwise awards will be given to paddlers upon finishing. \nWhile we will have safety vessels\, this race is strictly for paddlers of an intermediate to advanced level that are comfortable to safely paddle potentially against wind and potentially intense boat/wind chop for 9 miles. All paddlers must be wearing a USCG approved personal flotation device. All standup paddleboarders must have a PFD and leash\, no exceptions. \nSocial distancing and all appropriate controls will be strictly enforced; your assistance with the same is greatly appreciated! Masks are required while in registration lines. Check the site for updates as we get closer to paddle day! \nPlease find modes of transportation back to the cars in Haddam. Neither the race committee nor the Connecticut River Museum will provide transportation.  To assist with carpooling\, cars can be left on the upper lawn of the CT River Museum starting Friday evening.  Participants must plan to arrange for transportation back to their cars. The race committee/ Connecticut River Museum is not able to provide transportation! \nPlease bring your own hydration and nutrition as unfortunately we will not be able to assist with this critical part of the race (+pre/post) for you! \n  \nSIGN UP NOW!\n 
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/conquer-the-current-paddle-regatta-2020/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200806T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200806T193000
DTSTAMP:20200721T190338Z
CREATED:20200505T192201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200721T190338Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Thursdays on the Dock - Little Big Band
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays on the Dock\nLittle Big Band\nThursday\, August 6\, 2020\n5:30 – 7:30 pm \nWE ARE AT CAPACITY FOR THIS SHOW. \nIn order to maintain best social distance practices\, we need to limit the number attending our Thursday On The Dock performances. The number allowed on the lawn is dictated by CT State regulations. Thank you for your understanding during these uncommon times. \nNow in its 11th year\, Thursday’s on the Dock continues to rock the River! Each Thursday night in the summer\, the foot of Main Street in Essex is the place to be from 5:30 –7:30 pm. We have a fabulous lineup this year thanks to our presenting sponsor\, Prive Swiss Wellness. \nThe Little Big Band includes Piano\, Bass\, Drums\, 3 Trumpets\, 3 Trombones\, 5 Saxophones and a Vocalist\, for a total of 15 musicians. Much of their repertoire is swing\, dance\, and big band jazz\, but include a mix of Latin\, rhythm ‘n blues\, and early rock ‘n roll. \nFrom July 16 through September 10\, guests can listen to music\, get a FREE massage\, taste a new beverage\, and take in our gorgeous waterfront views. These events are free\, although we do pass a hat to enable us to continue the tradition. \nBeer and wine are available for purchase. Porky Pete’s BBQ is onsite with options for your dinner or snacks. \nPlease no BYOB.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-little-big-band/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T200000
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SUMMARY:Shanties & Sails: July 28 - Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE!\nShanties & Sails: July 28 – Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle\nTuesday\, July 28\, 2020\n5:30-6:30 Shanties:  FREE\n7:00-8:00 Onrust:  $25. Sail aboard the Onrust with the performers! \nA big Thank You shout out to our Shanties & Sails sponsor Privé Swiss Wellness for their generous support! \nWe are limiting seating aboard the Onrust to ensure you all have safe distancing. \nTo purchase your seat aboard the Onrust\, click on the pink BOOK NOW button at the bottom of  your screen. \nJoin us for CRM’s newest concert series\, Shanties & Sails! Come down and enjoy an evening of Sea Shanties. 🎼 You want to be on deck to hear talented shanty and sea-song musicians for a FREE one hour live performance. Add onto your evening to continue the fun.  Book a trip on the Onrust! Seating on board the Onrust is very limited for this one-of-a-kind event. Click the pink BOOK NOW button on your screen to reserve your seat. \n\nONRUST\nOnrust is a re-creation of the vessel Adriaen Block built in 1614.  She is available for public cruises as well as private charters.  Built over several years in upstate New York using traditional plans and means\, the Onrust is a wholly unique ship that serves to educate and entertain visitors curious about the age of exploration\, the fur trade\, and our early colonial history. \nRick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle\nRick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle develop and present a series of theme-based music and history programs. They present songs that give cultural insight into interesting times\, places and events in American history.  Rick and Dawn carefully craft their vocals and accompaniment to sound as true to a song’s era or style as possible.  Their vast repertoire includes music from the Colonial era to the present day.  Rick and Dawn use these songs to illustrate the evolution of our nation’s culture and history in an informative and entertaining way. \nRick’s resume includes 20 years as a staff musician\, researcher and program developer at Mystic Seaport Museum.  He toured widely in America and Europe as a member of the sea chantey quartet “Forebitter.”  Rick worked at two historic house museums in eastern Connecticut. He was site administrator of the Hempsted Houses in New London\, as well as curator and director of the Dr. Ashbel Woodward Museum in Franklin. He served on the board of directors of the New London County Historical Society. \nDawn is responsible for researching and developing program material and creating period-appropriate vocal accompaniment on a wide range of historical songs from throughout American History.  In addition to her duet work with Rick\, she also performs as a member of the ensembles LongSplice and Locomotive Shipwreck.  She has worked as business manager for several performing artists.  Dawn is a proud host Mom for four wonderful high school students from China and is an Airbnb “Superhost”. \nPURCHASE TICKETS  \n\n \n  \nPhotos:\nRick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle\, by: Sarah Spencer\nOnrust Deck\, by: J Raunikar – CT River Museum
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/shanties-sails-june-9-rick-spencer-and-dawn-indermuehle/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200723T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200723T193000
DTSTAMP:20200721T190205Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Thursdays on the Dock - Butter Jones
DESCRIPTION:WE ARE AT CAPACITY FOR THIS SHOW.\nThursdays on the Dock\nButter Jones\nThursday\, July 23\, 2020\n5:30 – 7:30 pm \nWE ARE AT CAPACITY FOR THIS SHOW. \nIn order to maintain best social distance practices\, we need to limit the number attending our Thursday On The Dock performances. The number allowed on the lawn is dictated by CT State regulations. Thank you for your understanding during these uncommon times. \nNow in its 11th year\, Thursday’s on the Dock continues to rock the River! Each Thursday night in the summer\, the foot of Main Street in Essex is the place to be from 5:30 –7:30 pm. We have a fabulous lineup this year thanks to our presenting sponsor\, Prive Swiss Wellness. \nButter Jones\, with a unique blend of indie rock\, americana\, and a dash of jam band\, it’s the sound of four musicians creating as one. Powered by three songwriters who let their influences fly and inspiration take the music. Their lyrical storytelling is complemented by their musical talent and creative arrangements. \nKen Chmielewski – Lead Guitar and Vocals\nMike Conklin – Bass and Vocals\nMatt Gyorog – Rhythm Guitar and Vocals\nGary Parrington – Drums and Vocals \nFrom July 16 through September 10\, guests can listen to music\, get a FREE massage\, taste a new beverage\, and take in our gorgeous waterfront views. These events are free\, although we do pass a hat to enable us to continue the tradition. \nBeer and wine are available for purchase. Porky Pete’s BBQ is onsite with options for your dinner or snacks. \nPlease no BYOB.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-butter-jones-2/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T200000
DTSTAMP:20200707T193711Z
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SUMMARY:Shanties & Sails: July 21 - Marc Bernier
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE!\nShanties & Sails: July 21 – Marc Bernier\nTuesday\, July 21\, 2020\n5:30-6:30 Shanties:  FREE\n7:00-8:00 Onrust:  $25. Sail aboard the Onrust with the performers! \nA big Thank You shout out to our Shanties & Sails sponsor Privé Swiss Wellness for their generous support! \nWe are limiting seating aboard the Onrust to ensure you all have safe distancing. \nTo purchase your seat aboard the Onrust\, click on the pink BOOK NOW button at the bottom of your screen. \nJoin us for CRM’s newest concert series\, Shanties & Sails! Come down to our North Deck and enjoy an evening of Sea Shanties. 🎼 You want to be on the deck to hear talented shanty and sea-song musicians for a FREE one hour live performance. Add onto your evening to continue the fun.  Book a trip on the Onrust! Seating on board the Onrust is limited for this one-of-a-kind event. Click the pink BOOK NOW button on your screen to reserve your seat. \n\nONRUST\nOnrust is a re-creation of the vessel Adriaen Block built in 1614.  She is available for public cruises as well as private charters.  Built over several years in upstate New York using traditional plans and means\, the Onrust is a wholly unique ship that serves to educate and entertain visitors curious about the age of exploration\, the fur trade\, and our early colonial history. \nMarc Bernier\nMarc Bernier is a Chanteyman\, Musician\, Chef\, and Sailor with a diverse musical and professional background. \nNo stranger to sea music audiences\, he spent over 5 years as a Mystic Seaport Chanteyman. As part of the Seaport Interpretation Department\, he presented music programs for both educational and social functions. He has worked as a musician and educator for the Clearwater program on the Hudson River\, and has sailed as cook\, deck hand\, and entertainer on numerous traditional sailing vessels from the coast of Maine to Chesapeake Bay. \nAs an accomplished percussionist\, he is much in demand to play Frottior (rubboard) with many of the Northeast’s most highly respected Cajun and Zydeco bands\, and he has played the Bodhran with several prominent Irish music performers. \nWhen accompanying himself on songs he is equally at home with Guitar\, Mandolin\, and Tenor Banjo. Marc has also been active in Connecticut’s Fife & Drum community since his teenage years\, when he began playing in various traditional and progressive ensembles. His notoriety as a fifer has brought him invitations to perform throughout North America and Europe. \nMarc has played Skip Healy’s fifes for years\, and he works in Flute and Fife construction with The Healy Flute Company. \nPURCHASE TICKETS  \n\n \n  \nPhotos:\nMarc Bernier\, by: marcbernier.com\nOnrust Deck\, by: J Raunikar – CT River Museum
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/shanties-sails-june-16-marc-bernier/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200716T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200716T193000
DTSTAMP:20200711T143829Z
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SUMMARY:AT CAPACITY FOR THIS SHOW. Thursdays on the Dock - Small Pond All Stars
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays on the Dock\nSmall Pond All Stars\nThursday\, July 16\, 2020\n5:30 – 7:30 pm\nWe are at CAPACITY  for this show. Please feel free to stop by and see if there are any last minute openings! \nIn order to maintain best social distance practices\, we need to limit the number attending our Thursday On The Dock performances. The number allowed on the lawn is dictated by CT State regulations. Thank you for your understanding during these uncommon times. \nNow in its 11th year\, Thursday’s on the Dock continues to rock the River! Each Thursday night in the summer\, the foot of Main Street in Essex is the place to be from 5:30 –7:30 pm. We have a fabulous lineup this year thanks to our presenting sponsor\, Prive Swiss Wellness. \nThis week’s band is the Small Pond All Stars\, a popular local music group that has played at the Old Lyme Inn and Gelston House\, among other venues\, performing light jazz and old rock favorites that get people singing and dancing. Best of all\, our favorite Model Train Artist and Historian\, Steve Cryan\, plays with this band! \nFrom July 16 through September 10\, guests can listen to music\, get a FREE massage\, taste a new beverage\, and take in our gorgeous waterfront views. These events are free\, although we do pass a hat to enable us to continue the tradition. \nBeer and wine are available for purchase. Porky Pete’s BBQ is onsite with options for your dinner or snacks. \nPlease no BYOB. \nWe are at CAPACITY  for this show. Please feel free to stop by and see if there are any last minute openings!
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-small-pond-all-stars-2/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs
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