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 at Rathbun for Stay & Play! We have toys, games, puzzles, and coloring, so there's something for all kids to enjoy. No registration required, just drop-in!
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!
Think your the best at Super Smash Bros? Put your gaming skills to the test and compete at EHFPL's Teen Video Game Tournament! Registration required, we hope to see you there!
An alphabet themed storytime that introduces a new letter each week through stories, crafts, and activities. Activities aimed at ages 2-5, but friends that are older/younger are always welcome to participate!
Calling all trainers! Join Professor M at EHFPL for all things Pokémon! We'll be playing games, trading cards, and doing activities, so be sure to bring your Pokémon cards! Collect a badge each month! No registration required.
Bring your budding bookworm to the library for a fun-filled storytime with music and movement.
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.
It’s Family Trivia Night at the library featuring all things games! No registration required, all ages welcome!
Friday Night Fiction is an adult contemporary and historical fiction book club at EHFPL. Join us for a discussion about our next book, A Hundred Summers by Beatriz Williams. Copies are available behind the circulation desk. All are welcome!
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...