🌱Kids Camp Over Holiday Break + Alzheimer Caregivers Support Group

Hey, neighbors! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Essex-Chester-Deep River Daily. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town, including:

• Kids camp over the holiday break!
• Alzheimer Caregivers Support Group meeting at the Essex Library.
• Jobs available!

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Here are the top three stories today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:

1. Looking for something fun for the kids to do over the holiday break? The Connecticut River Museum is offering December Vacation Day Mini Camp on Thursday, December 29, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. for ages 6 and up. The cost is $8 for members and $10 for non-members. Register now! (Connecticut River Museum)
2. The next meetings of the Alzheimer Caregivers Support Group will be Tuesday, January 17 and Thursday, February 16, from 5 – 6 p.m. in the Program Room at the Essex Library. With Maria Tomasetti, South Central Regional Director for the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter. "Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease can be challenging. To help people who care for those with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter facilitates about 90 support groups around the state. People talk about their experiences and offer suggestions to deal with topics including medical, legal, behavioral and financial problems. The trained group facilitator is there to listen, help guide the conversation and to provide information about resources in the community. This support group is free and open to the public. 24/7 Helpline: (800) 272-3900 or email at ehelpline@alz.org" (Essex Library via Facebook)
3. Many local employers throughout Essex-Chester-Deep River are looking to fill openings on their staff. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, we've got you covered. Each week, Patch and ZipRecruiter put together a list of the latest local jobs posted in the region. Here are some of the top jobs currently available in Essex-Chester-Deep River and across greater Connecticut. (Patch)

Today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:

• Kid's Take and Make Craft - Essex Library Association (12:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Essex Fire Engine Co. #1: "Santa wants to thank everyone for the cookies, notes & signs! He wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. He looks forward to visiting again next year!" (Essex Fire Engine Co. #1 via Facebook)
• Chester CT Historical Society: "You could find anything and everything at Robbie's! Remember? This photo is from Kevin Sheridan, son of Doris Walters (1976-1982 owner of Robbie's). Shown in photo are Gary and Syd Sheridan." (Chester CT Historical Society via Facebook)
• Ivoryton Library Association: "Hanukkah Sameach to all our friends who celebrate." (Ivoryton Library Association via Facebook)
• Essex Board of Trade: "Flow Essex Pilates • Yoga • Barre ! Give the gift of PEACE! This in-town studio offers a variety of classes and schedules to make your loved ones holidays even better." (Essex Board of Trade via Facebook)
• Essex Library: "Have you checked out this month's art display in the Children's Room? First-grade students at Essex Elementary created these beautiful ocean scapes with construction paper, markers, glue, and other mixed media! Aren't they awesome?" (Essex Library via Facebook)
• Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau: "Library Roundup is upon us! There are events for January mixed in here, so be sure to scroll or click through!" (Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau via Facebook)
• Town of Essex – Government: "Twas the week before Xmas, light strings went dark, fix them, return them to the store or toss them, but not in your recycling cart #christmaslights #notinthecart #ChristmasLights #Christmas #Recyclee #Recycling" (Town of Essex – Government via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update.

— Karena Garrity

About me: I am a native of Connecticut, who currently resides in the Tri-Town community of Chester, Deep River and Essex. I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love my small town community and I am honored to be a part of Patch.com. You can reach me at; karena.garrity@patch.com.

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