Sunday Market at Grace & Haven — August 9
Because August 9th, 10am to 2pm, our doors are open for one of my favorite Sundays of the year — and this one is a good one. We're welcoming Cosanila, coastal fashion and linens thoughtfully designed on Cape Cod, alongside Weekends in Watch Hill, original art and photography from the incredibly talented Jenica Bartlett Lombardo. No tickets, no obligation, no reason to rush — just Main Street on a Sunday morning, done right.
Why you should come this Sunday
This SundayIf you've been to one of our Sunday Markets before, you already know what this feels like. If you haven't yet, this is a great one to start with. Two women, two very different crafts, one Sunday morning on Main Street.
See the Full 2026 Calendar →Cosanila and Weekends in Watch Hill join us for the August market.
Here is who is joining us on August 9.
Cosanila
Cosanila was founded by Michele McCoy, who started the brand — originally called Coastal Brahmin — back in 2022 out of a simple love for the coast. Every piece is thoughtfully designed on Cape Cod and hand block printed by a woman-owned micro-factory, a craft passed down through generations and rooted in the tradition of Jaipur's master printers. The result is easy, breathable clothing and home linens that feel like they belong on a porch overlooking the water — kaftans, dresses, robes, table linens, all of it made with the kind of intention we look for in every brand we bring into the shop. Cosanila has been featured in Yankee Magazine, on NBC Boston, and on The Rhode Show, and it's easy to see why. This is exactly the kind of small, women-owned business we built Grace & Haven to champion — and we cannot wait for you to feel the fabric in person.
Weekends in Watch Hill
Weekends in Watch Hill is the abstract art and photography of Jenica Bartlett Lombardo. Jenica works in two mediums, both pulled straight from the coast. Her abstract paintings build up in layers — brush, spatula, sponge — chasing the same unpredictable movement she sees in the ocean. Her photography turns that same eye toward nature and architecture along coastal destinations, waiting for exactly the right light before she shoots. Her work has been juried into shows with the Kent Art Association, the Wickford Art Association, Arts Center East, and Glastonbury Arts, including pieces titled "The Art of The Soul," "Transcending," "Tropical Rhapsody," and "Seafoam Drift." It's the kind of talent that makes you stop mid-browse — come see it in person and hear the story behind each piece straight from Jenica. She popped up in-store with us at our last Sunday Market and shared some of her favorite pieces, including photography of Essex.
Weekends in Watch Hill on Instagram →Sunday, August 9 · 10am–2pm
Watching women cheer each other on is one of my favorite parts of this job.
CommunityOne of my favorite things about opening Grace & Haven has been watching women cheer each other on. These Sunday Markets have become so much more than pop-up shops. They've become a place where dreams are shared, businesses are discovered, friendships begin, and this incredible community continues to prove that when we choose to shop small, we're investing in real people and real stories.
That's exactly why Cosanila and Jenica are such a fit for this market. Michele built something out of a love for the coast and a respect for the artisans behind it. Jenica is doing the same thing, layer by layer and frame by frame, chasing that same coastal light and movement in her paintings and photographs. Every maker we invite into this shop is someone doing the hard, brave work of building something of their own — and every person who walks through our doors on a Sunday morning is part of what makes that possible.
The response from this community has been so incredible, and we are endlessly grateful to everyone who continues to show up in support of small business. It's the whole reason this series exists.
Everyone is welcome — here's what a Sunday Market morning looks like.
Come As You AreBring your mom, your daughter, your best friend. Come alone and take your time. Whether you're local to Essex or making a day trip along the shoreline, this market is built for anyone who loves discovering something new, meeting the person who made it, and supporting a small business while they do it.
What to expect:
- Cosanila's coastal fashion and linens, in person, ready to try on
- Original art and photography from Weekends in Watch Hill
- A relaxed, no-pressure Sunday morning on Main Street in Essex
- The chance to meet the women behind both brands
- Everything already inside Grace & Haven — our full women's, baby & kids, and gift collections, open and shoppable all morning
Every dollar spent with a small business is a vote for someone's dream.
It's a vote for craftsmanship over mass production, for a story you can actually trace back to a person, and for a Main Street that stays full of businesses run by people who live here and care about this town. That's the whole idea behind the Sunday Market, and it's the reason we keep doing this, month after month.
Turn your Sunday Market visit into a full day in Essex.
Essex, CTEssex is an easy, beautiful town to spend a whole day in, and a Sunday Market morning is the perfect excuse. Start with us at 23 Main Street from 10am to 2pm, then wander Main Street's shops and galleries, grab lunch on the water, and take a slow walk along the Connecticut River before you head home. Whether you're coming from down the shoreline or making the drive from further out, this is one of those Connecticut shoreline weekends worth building a whole day around.
Can't make it Sunday? Shop the new arrivals online.
Our newest arrivals are online now, alongside our full collections:
Your Sunday Market questions, answered.
When is the next Sunday Market at Grace & Haven?
Sunday, August 9, 2026, from 10am to 2pm at Grace & Haven, 23 Main Street, Suite B, Essex, CT 06426.
Is the Sunday Market free to attend?
Yes. There's no admission and no obligation to buy — just come browse, meet the vendors, and enjoy the morning.
Who is vending at the August Sunday Market?
Cosanila, offering coastal fashion and linens designed on Cape Cod, and Weekends in Watch Hill, featuring art and photography by Jenica Bartlett Lombardo.
Where is Grace & Haven located?
23 Main Street, Suite B, Essex, CT 06426 — right on Main Street in the heart of Essex.
Is the Sunday Market family-friendly?
Yes, all ages are welcome. Bring the kids, bring your mom, bring a friend.
What else is there to do in Essex, CT this weekend?
Essex offers easy walking access to Main Street shops and galleries, waterfront dining, and views of the Connecticut River — all within a short walk of Grace & Haven.
How often does Grace & Haven host the Sunday Market?
Once a month, with eight dates scheduled throughout 2026. The full calendar is on our Events page.
