Homeschool Hangout

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us at Rathbun for our monthly Homeschool Hangout. Each session we will explore a different subject, such as art, STEM, nature, etc. We will also have fun games and simple crafts! All ages are welcome! Note: Activities may vary in complexity depending on participants' ages.

Kids Write Club

Calling all young writers! Children age 8-12 are invited to join us at EHFPL  for some fun writing games, exercises, and challenges. We will focus on imagination and creativity as the children create their own stories in a friendly and informal setting. The goal of this club is to boost self-esteem and confidence while we...

Fables & Fun Storytime

A fun, relaxed story time with flannel board activities, bubbles and crafts. Recommended for ages 0-5

Fables & Fun Storytime

A relaxed story time with fun activities, bubbles and crafts. Activities aimed at ages 3-5, but friends that are older/younger are always welcome to participate!

Kids DIY Discoverers – Cookie Decorating

From toys to games, kids are invited to discover a new DIY project each month at the library. In this session, we will be doing Cookie Decorating! Supplies are limited, so please visit, call the library, or using our online registration form to register.https://forms.gle/gwq6PoREUc7RDvWK8

Teen Random Debate Club

Is cereal a soup? Is it better to have a pet dragon or a pet unicorn? Come defend your side and practice your debate skills at Teen Random Debate Club! No registration required. Recommended for grades 6-12.

Library Board Meeting

Rathbun Free Memorial Library 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States

Budding Bookworms Storytime

Bring your budding bookworm to the library for a fun-filled storytime with music and movement. Activities aimed at ages 0-3, but friends that are older/younger are always welcome to participate! No registration required.

Chapter Chat (Ages 7-9)

Join us at EHFPL for our next meeting to discuss our current book of the month, The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Warner.  Chapter Chat readers (aimed at ages 7-9) will try a new first chapter book series every month. At each meeting, we’ll talk about the book and do a fun activity to go with it....

Homeschool Book Clubs

Join us at EHFPL for our next meeting to discuss our current books of the month. Chapter Chat readers (aimed at ages 7-9) will try a new first chapter book series every month, while Novel Ideas (aimed at ages 10-12) will read middle grade books. At each meeting, we’ll talk about the book and do...

Novel Ideas (Ages 10-12)

Introducing EHFPL's new Homeschool book clubs! Stop by our next meeting to discuss our next book. Novel Ideas (aimed at ages 10-12) will read middle grade books. At each meeting, we’ll talk about the book and do a fun activity to go with it. Books will be available at the children’s desk or at the previous month’s...

Swiftie Celebration

Are you ready for it? Join us for a Taylor Swift-themed party where we will make fun crafts, eat snacks, and do a Finish-the-Lyric Taylor Swift trivia game! No registration required. Recommended for grades 6-12

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