East Haddam Library Systems

Cartooning Workshop
2025-08-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-05 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
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.

Budding Bookworms Storytime
2025-08-08 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-01 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-25 10:30 - 11:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
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.

Puzzle Chess
2025-08-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
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.

ABC Storytime
2025-08-07 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-31 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-24 10:30 - 11:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
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!

Adult Craft Night 1
2025-08-06 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Join us at EHFPL on Wednesday, August 6 from 5-7PM to make a summer-themed wall hanging at our adult craft night! All materials are provided, but space is limited, so please RSVP on the library calendar.

Enchanted Fiction
2025-08-06 16:00 - 17:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
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.

Around the Pond
2025-08-06 15:00 - 16:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Come explore outdoor spaces through an interactive life-size game presented by our friends from the Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)! Collect natural objects while answering questions, and use them to upcycle a t-shirt into a wearable nature notebook. Participants are encouraged to bring their own shirts, but the library will have some available on a first come, first serve basis. Registration Required. Recommended for ages 6-13.

Homeschool Hangout
2025-08-06 11:00 - 12:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us at EHFPL 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.

Fables & Fun Storytime
2025-08-06 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-30 10:30 - 11:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
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!

Friends of EHFPL Meeting
2025-08-05 18:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Join the Friends of EHFPL to help with fundraising and supporting the library

Color Your Own Puzzle
2025-08-05 15:00 - 16:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Do you love puzzles? Have you ever wanted to make one of your own? Then join us at the library to color your own puzzle! Supplies are limited, so registration is required. Recommended for ages 3-12.

Sand Art
2025-08-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Join us for a fun, hands-on sand art experience! Let your imagination flow as you layer vibrant sands to design unique patterns and designs. Perfect for all ages!

Dungeons and Dragons
2025-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
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 start at level 3, new players are encouraged to start at level 1. Stats are 27-Point Buy, no rolling. Characters made at home are subject to DM approval. Pre-made characters available on game nights. *nerds are cool.

Family Bingo Afternoon
2025-07-31 16:00 - 17:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
It’s Family Bingo Afternoon at the library! Those that get a bingo will win a fun small prize! No registration required, all ages welcome!

Teen Escape Room
2025-07-30 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
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.

Homeschool Recess
2025-07-30 13:30 - 14:30 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
After lunch it’s time to play! Come enjoy games, toys and activities with your friends at the library’s Homeschool Recess. No registration required, just drop-in!

Mystic Aquarium Presents Sharks!
2025-07-29 14:00 - 15:00 | East Haddam Historical Society, 264 Town St, East Haddam, CT, 06423, United States
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 the Friends Groups of the East Haddam Library System

Learn How to Play the Pokémon Trading Card Game
2025-07-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
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+.

Friday Night Fiction
2025-07-25 19:00 - 20:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
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!

Family Trivia Night
2025-07-25 18:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
It’s Family Trivia Night at the library featuring all things games! No registration required, all ages welcome!

Safe Choices
2025-07-25 15:30 - 16:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
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.

Pokémon Club
2025-07-24 15:30 - 16:30 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
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.

Teen Video Game Tournament
2025-07-23 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
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!
