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.
The World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game gives you the chance to take part in epic tales of adventure and fantasy. Tweens and Teens are invited to join in on the fun. Newbies are encouraged, veteran players are welcome. Information for nerds*:D&D 5e. Any official WotC Classes/Races eligible, custom class/race accepted on case-by-case basis. Experienced players may...
Kids will learn about plot and character development, sequential storytelling and more as they “Level up” their drawing skills at this fun creative workshop with author, graphic illustrator, and educator, Jason Deeble. Recommended for ages 8+. Registration required.
Calling all teen bookworms! Join us at EHFPL for Enchanted Fiction, a book club run by teens for teens in grades 7-12. We’ll choose a new book each month, exploring a variety of young adult and middle grade fiction. This month we'll be discussing Powerless by Lauren Roberts. Sponsored by the EHLS's Teen Advisory Board.
Kids will learn about plot and character development, sequential storytelling and more as they “Level up” their drawing skills at this fun creative workshop with author, graphic illustrator, and educator, Jason Deeble. Recommended for ages 8+. Registration required.
Go head-to-head with a friend or foe to complete puzzles! Race against the clock, and the other player, to finish a puzzle. Whoever has the most time remaining on their timer once the puzzle is complete wins. Registration required. Recommended for grades 6-12.
Kids will learn about plot and character development, sequential storytelling and more as they “Level up” their drawing skills at this fun creative workshop with author, graphic illustrator, and educator, Jason Deeble. Recommended for ages 8+. Registration required.
Join us at the library to play a life-sized version of Clue, the classic whodunit game, where you are the playing piece! Space is limited, so registration is required. Recommended for grades 6-12.
Do you love to write? Do you want to be an author one day? Then this is the club for you! There will be fun writing exercises, plus opportunities to share your stories and learn some new skills from other young writers. No registration required, just drop in! Recommended for grades 6-12
The World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game gives you the chance to take part in epic tales of adventure and fantasy. Tweens and Teens are invited to join in on the fun. Newbies are encouraged, veteran players are welcome. Information for nerds*:D&D 5e. Any official WotC Classes/Races eligible, custom class/race accepted on case-by-case basis. Experienced players may...
It’s teen movie night at the library! We'll be watching the movie Ready Player One (PG-13) and have some free popcorn to snack on. No registration required.
School, work, or life in general stressing you out? Take a couple hours for yourself and relax at EHFPL's Teen De-Stress Night! Come unwind as we craft and color all the stress away. This time we're doing paint by stickers. Supplies will be provided, no registration required. We hope to see you there!
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to the first in a two part series on how to play Dungeons & Dragons! For this part, we'll walk you through the character creation process and answer any questions you have about the basic mechanics of the game. Registration is encouraged, but not required.
The East Haddam Youth & Family Services annual Summer Palooza event is back at Heritage Park (East Haddam Senior Center) on Sept. 6. The East Haddam Library System will be there along side many other local businesses and organizations providing a variety of games and activities for all ages. EHYFS have also added a new...