

July 2022
13th Annual Essex Auto Club Car Show – July 4th
13th Annual Essex Auto Club Car Show – July 4th July 04, 2022 10:00 am - 2:00 pm $20.00 per car; $5.00 general admission Essex Auto Club 13th Annual Car Show on July 4th The Essex Auto Club will hold its annual car show on the grounds of the Connecticut River Museum on July 4th from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. This well-attended annual event features a broad range of cars - from vintage classics to more contemporary offerings - all…
Find out more »CRM Lectures Underway: Johan C. Varekamp
Thursday, July 7, 2022 4:00 - 5:30 pm $40 Members $45 Non-Members RESERVE YOUR SEAT Johan Varekamp, professor emeritus, Wesleyan University The life and times of Adriaen Block Join Johan Varekamp aboard the Onrust while he talks about the four voyages of Block and his friends from Holland to the Americas, their adventures, goals, and the role they played in the establishment of the New Netherlands colony. Johan “Joop” Varekamp, East Haddam CT Dr. Johan C. Varekamp is the Harold…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock – USCG Jazz Band
Thursdays on the Dock USCG Dixieland Band Thursday, July 14, 2022 5:30 - 7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. The United States Coast Guard…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock: John Spignesi Band
John Spignesi Band Thursday, July 21, 2021 5:30-7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. New Haven based quartet "JSB" (shortened for The John Spignesi Band)…
Find out more »Vintage Treasures – Antique & Classic Boat Show 2022
Southern New England Chapter - Antique and Classic Boat Society Vintage Treasures - 36th Annual Show Saturday, July 23, 2022 The Southern New England Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society's 36th annual “Vintage Treasures” show at the Connecticut River Museum July 23! A must see for any fans of classic boats and cars. Boats will be docked at the Museum docks and displayed on the lawn. Public viewing is from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock – Eight to the Bar
Thursdays on the Dock Eight to the Bar Thursday, July 28, 2022 5:30 - 7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. Drawing its musical influences…
Find out more »August 2022
Thursdays on the Dock: Local Honey
Local Honey Thursday, August 4, 2022 5:30-7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. Born out of a mutual respect for all things auditory and a…
Find out more »Conquer the Current Paddle Regatta 2022
Register Here! Conquer the Current 2022 Featuring the popular 9 mile race! While we appear to be over the Covid pandemic, we continue to abide by any CDC and local health authority guidelines, which currently have no restrictions. This 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. This fun race/ regatta is open to all non-motorized, safe, and seaworthy paddle craft including but…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock: Mama Train Jazz Band
Mama Train Jazz Band Thursday, August 11, 2022 5:30-7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. Jazz/Blues band, Mama Train, blends the warmth of rich female…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock – Butter Jones
Thursdays on the Dock Butter Jones Thursday, August 18, 2022 5:30 - 7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. Butter Jones, with a unique blend…
Find out more »CRM Concerts Underway: Live Music on the River: John Spignesi
Sunday, August 21, 2022 4:00 - 6:00 pm $50 Members $55 Non-Members LIVE MUSIC ON THE RIVER RESERVE YOUR SEAT We've been lucky enough to have JSB on our lawn for Thursdays on the Dock. Now we are so excited to offer for your listening pleasure, a two-hour JSB show aboard the RiverQuest. This is really one show that you do not want to miss! New Haven based quartet "JSB" (shortened for The John Spignesi Band) is a group you…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock: Meadows Brothers Band
Meadows Brothers Band Thursday, August 25, 2022 5:30-7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. The Meadows Brothers music exists in the spaces between a rock…
Find out more »September 2022
Kelsey Wentling – 2022 Lecture Series
Wednesday, September 14, 2022 6:00 pm $5.00 for CRM Members $10.00 for Non-Members Kelsey Wentling, River Steward, Connecticut River Conservancy Water Quality in the CT River: what is it and how is it measured? RESERVE YOUR SEAT The Connecticut River has a reputation for poor water quality -- does that still hold true? Once known as the most beautifully landscaped sewer in America, the Connecticut River has been burdened by a reputation of poor water quality for decades.…
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