🌱Shad Is Connecticut's State Fish + Deep River's Farmer's Market

Hello, Essex-Chester-Deep River! I'm here in your inbox today to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town. In this issue, you'll find:

• Deep River Farmer's Market.
• Fun weekend events
• Shad is the official state fish.

But first, today's weather:

A brief shower or two. High: 72 Low: 55.

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

1. Today is the day, the Deep River Farmer's Market will open for the season today, Saturday, Jun 10th at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the at the Deep River Congregational Church’s Marvin Field (the church green) on One Church Street in Deep River. There will be an array of fresh veggies, delicious baked goods, handmade art, live music, face painting, and more. Come and enjoy! For more information, visit the Farmers Market FaceBook page. (Deep River Farmer's Market via Facebook
2. Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here is a list compiled by Fox61 Hartford. Hope you find something you love! (FOX61 Hartford)
3. Did you know that the official state fish of Connecticut is the American shad? According, AZ Animals, "It was designated as the state fish in 2003 by House Bill 5442 and is the largest of Connecticut’s herring species. The American shad has been an important source of food and income for native tribes and settlers in Connecticut for hundreds of years. Connecticut like many states in the United States have designated an official state fish as a way to recognize a particular species that is important to the culture, history, and economy." (AZ Animals)

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Today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:

Saturday, June 10

• Awaken the Forest Within (1:30 PM)
• Deep River Farmers Market - Deep River Congregational Church’s Marvin Field (10:00 AM)
• Summer Reading Kickoff Party! (1:00 PM)
• Anniversary Celebration- River Valley Dance Project (5:00 PM)
• SoMA Gallery Presents: Imagining Worlds (2nd Anniversary Party) (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Deep River Public Library: " Try a healthy recipe! This is our last Zoom cooking program until the fall!" (Deep River Public Library via Facebook)
• Essex Library: "Teens ages 13-18 are invited to Teen Poetry Club on June 29 @ 4 PM! This session, we will study blackout poetry! We will learn the history of the poetic style, read some examples, and use Young Adult novels to create our own." (Essex Library via Facebook)
• Essex Library: "Our Find Your Voice: Express Yourself through the Arts series continues with the art of sculpture! June 30 @ 4 PM, bring the family and learn the sculpting techniques behind making simple coil pots, and take your creation home with you! " (Essex Library via Facebook)
• Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau: "Hot off the presses, this week's newsletter is live! Check out what's inside! - https://mailchi.mp/ttysb/gt7pycu4ed-10581638" (Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• St. Mary's craft fair 9:00 am to 2 pm (June 10)
• Awaken the Forest Within (June 10)
• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Free Stuff And Great Perks Every Week (June 13)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday! See you all tomorrow morning for another update.

— Karena Garrity

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