Our friends at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center are visiting the library to teach us all about the different types of homes that animals build and live in. From trees, burrows, nests, and more, discover the unique way animals engineer safe places to live. Meet live animals and test your skills at building your own...
The East Haddam Free Public Library and the Rathbun Free Memorial Library Friends groups present Tanglewood Marionettes! This award-winning puppetry group will perform Cinderella for children and families of all ages. Tickets are $5/per person and maximum $20/family. Event is held at Nathan Hale-Ray High School auditorium.
Experience Casey Carle and Bubblemania: Mr. Carle delights audiences everywhere with his amazing bubble tricks and his humor! He holds a Bachelor of Ars in Drama and attended the Ringling Bros. Clown College. A resident of East Haddam, Mr. Carle has performed in over 10 countries. No registration required. Sponsored by the Friends Groups of...
Can you tell the difference between name brand and generic snacks? Put it to the test at the library's Teen Taste Test! We'll have a variety of different snacks, both the generic and name brand version, for you to try. Vote for your favorite and try to guess which is which, generic or name brand....
What’s better than a picnic? A Teddy Bear Picnic! Grab your favorite teddy bear (or other stuffed animal/doll) and join us for an hour of bear themed fun! Listen to a story while we eat snacks (some will be provided, but feel free to bring your own), do a scavenger hunt, run in a teddy...
Join us for a special themed Auto Shop playtime for little car enthusiasts! Our future mechanics can engage in some dramatic play as they pretend to fix up a little car with variety of little tools and parts. No registration required, just drop-in!
The East Haddam Library System is partnering with the New Horizons Domestic Violence Shelter for this educational program for kids ages 5-13. This program focuses on helping kids build confidence in their instincts, decision-making, and understanding how to make safe, respectful choices in everyday situations. Registration required.
Do you collect Pokémon cards and never learned how to play the card game? Join us at the Rathbun Library to learn the basics of the game! Registration required. Recommended for ages 7+.
Sharks are in trouble. Of the roughly 375 shark species, 66 are threatened or endangered, mostly due to overhunting and the effects of pollution. In this presentation guests will learn about the fascinating shark species, the challenges they must overcome for survival, and the conservation efforts underway to protect them. No registration required. Sponsored by...
Come test your puzzle solving skills at EHLS’s homemade escape room! You will have one hour to find the clues and solve the puzzle. Can you escape? Registration required. Recommended for grades 6-12.