Essex Community Justice Center

12/18/2025

The Essex CJC is so thankful for the support of one of our community partners, Cents Thrift Shop! We were once again a recipient of their generous annual donations from proceeds from shoppers and donators. The community of Essex is fortunate to have such an amazing resource in our midst. The ripple effects of their generosity are part of what makes Essex such a strong community! Thank you Cents Thrift Shop!!!

10/07/2025

Due to some cancellations, spots are still available. Please register in advance so we can plan accordingly. The training is tomorrow (Wednesday) evening.

📣 Space is still available. Register today. 📣

We are at about half capacity so more folks can still join. This is going to be an engaging and informative discussion. We are inundated with electronic messages each day, learn the tips and strategies necessary to keep us safe from scams.

REGISTER HERE to save your spot (space is limited): https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc5PxNiGw0.../viewform...

09/22/2025

The Police Community Advisory Board is looking for your input. Check out the survey here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTVS74-JZcz06DNDvDQ6RRCGgUfbsYg2xzcuiy1IPSYw5jKA/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawM-Q4pleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFKanN0VWYydDdJR1BUYWFOAR58LDhWLZOTmOtEtCAuole9wMjfKeZ-1O-xRAjPawd_Y26bEeewI1d_um4kgQ_aem_b21jT3dC3cqnvaORrYG3YQ

📣 Community Input Needed! 📝

The Essex Police Community Advisory Board is conducting a voluntary survey to help strengthen the relationship between the Essex Police Department and our Essex community.

Your feedback is extremely valuable in helping us grow together and ensure our community is safe, connected, and supported.

✅ The survey is completely anonymous

🎁 If you’d like, you can leave your email at the end to be entered into a drawing for a gift card to a local business as a thank-you for your time!

💬 Let your voice be heard – take the survey today!

https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScTVS74.../viewform

Please share with your neighbors and friends — your input makes a difference! 💙

09/11/2025

📣 Space is still available. Register today. 📣

We are at about half capacity so more folks can still join. This is going to be an engaging and informative discussion. We are inundated with electronic messages each day, learn the tips and strategies necessary to keep us safe from scams.

REGISTER HERE to save your spot (space is limited): https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc5PxNiGw0.../viewform...

08/28/2025

Please join us at an upcoming “Protect Yourself from Computer Scams” Training for community members. Scammers are getting more and more clever, and unfortunately many in our community have been targeted. To help us all stay safe online, we are hosting a free community training on computer scams here in Essex Junction.

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 8th
🕖 Time: 5:30 – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Community Room at the Essex Police Department (145 Maple Street)

At this session, we’ll cover:

* The most common types of online and phone scams targeting Vermonters

* Warning signs to watch for

* What to do if you think you’ve been targeted

* How to protect your personal information

This training is open to all community members and will be offered in partnership with AARP Vermont. Bring your questions and concerns. Together, we can look out for one another and keep our community safe.

REGISTER HERE to save your spot (space is limited): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc5PxNiGw06W_aOipWC85hJg1cSWxIK9kWhCJ-U9w96efX-jg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=105687227428205032004

Please spread the word to friends, neighbors, and family members who may benefit. Here is a link to our outreach flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WDJDURq5UOsBJxM2HzQ5whwWPi3Td3_i/view?usp=sharing

08/14/2025

Our first Restorative Storytime is happening this coming Tuesday, August 19th at 9am. We will be reading Wally and Freya by Lindsey Pointer.

The book shares Wally's struggle to connect with fellow forest animals and how empathy and curiosity can shift the dynamic. After reading, we'll follow the story's lead and use art and popsicle stick puppets to tell our own stories.

Children of all ages are welcome. Registration can be found here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCo3Cmcu0NHlVVAjGOLDkY6V03Ttpe08QifRz0V9uyk4nfRg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=105687227428205032004

08/06/2025

Thank you Essex Free Library for supporting our community book read by having extra copies of The 57 Bus on hand. Registration is still open, so sign up and stop by the library to borrow a copy.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCo3Cmcu0NHlVVAjGOLDkY6V03Ttpe08QifRz0V9uyk4nfRg/viewform?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwMAcMljbGNrAwBwv2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeH_FDe8L-6z9G3PoHjnwUZrlMmCUbY00HnXKSi5Ssft_ZmCMAXb_aRr65eCc_aem_mSGtfjeqn68M5U5og_Wx0g

08/05/2025

Thank you Essex Police Department for hosting a fantastic National Night Out. Our staff had a wonderful time connecting with community members.

08/04/2025

Sign-ups are still coming in. Check out the offerings and join our Restorative Reading Series! We will have books available at our table tomorrow night for the Essex National Night Out. See you there.

The Essex Community Justice Center invites community members to a Restorative Reading Series during August and September. All are welcome to any or all of the upcoming events as we explore and discuss the impacts of restorative principles through books. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow community members and create space to reflect on the choices we face each day. Links below to learn more and register.

Community Book Read Discussion Session – The 57 Bus
Join CJC staff and other community members to discuss the book - The 57 Bus by Dashka Slater - a riveting nonfiction book about race, class, gender, crime, and punishment.

Whether you have finished the book, are part way through or have just skimmed the book or listened to a section of the audio book, all are welcome. We will explore themes and reflect on connections to our local community.

Limited copies are available for loan at the CJC, local libraries also have copies or feel free to access on-line or through your local book service/store. Reach out if need any assistance getting access to the book: [email protected]

Children’s Restorative Storytime:
Join your little one(s) to hear stories like Wally & Freya, by Lindsay Pointer, that highlight the restorative principles such as empathy, curiosity and inclusion.

Flyer to Share with Full Details:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12gZBxzq2n2wp1yi5UXfos8FgXl5tffO2/view?usp=sharing

Registration Link:
https://tinyurl.com/yp956pmj

07/22/2025

Check out our cozy and comfortable space that we'll be using for our book discussions and children's restorative storytime. Looking forward to connecting with folks soon. Get the full details about dates and times here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCo3Cmcu0NHlVVAjGOLDkY6V03Ttpe08QifRz0V9uyk4nfRg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=105687227428205032004