East Haddam Library Systems

Novel Ideas (Ages 10-12)
2025-05-16 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Join us at EHFPL for our next meeting of Novel Ideas, a homeschool book club aimed at ages 10-12, to discuss our current book of the month, Prince Caspian by C. S. Lewis. Novel Ideas will read a new middle grade book each month. 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 meeting.

Chapter Chat (Ages 7-9)
2025-05-16 14:30 - 15:30 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Join us at EHFPL for our next meeting of Chapter Chat, a homeschool book club aimed at ages 7-9, to discuss our current book of the month, Little Lion Rescue by Rachel Delahaye. Chapter Chat readers will try a new first chapter book every month. 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 meeting.

Craft and Tales
2025-05-16 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-05-09 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-05-02 13:30 - 14:30 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Join us every Friday at 1:30 PM for an afternoon of great books and a fun craft to match! Storytime and craft are for children ages 0-5. Registration is not required.

Budding Bookworms Storytime
2025-05-16 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-02 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.

Daytrip Discovery
2025-05-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Explore the world without leaving the library! Each month we’ll explore a different country and learn interesting facts, local traditions and we’ll play a game that’s popular with kids in that country. This month we’ll be exploring India! No registration required. Recommended for ages 5-12.

ABC Storytime
2025-05-15 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-08 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 - 2
2025-05-14 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States

Teen Write Club
2025-05-14 17:00 - 18:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
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

Fables & Fun Storytime
2025-05-14 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-07 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!

Stay & Play
2025-05-13 11:30 - 12:30 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
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!

Homeschool Hangout
2025-05-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
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.

Flights of Fantasy Book Club
2025-05-09 18:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Do you prefer your books filled with magic and dragons? Then this is the book club for you!
Each month we will read a different fantasy book and discuss what we’ve read at our meeting on the second Friday of every month. This month we’re reading Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk.

Teen Bring Your Own Book Club
2025-05-09 17:00 - 18:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Do you like the idea of joining a book club, but aren’t sure you could commit to reading the assigned book each time? Then this new casual book club is for you! Come discuss the books you’re reading and share recommendations with others! Find new books, play book themed games, or just talk and hangout. We hope to see you there!

Library Board Meeting
2025-05-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States

Kids Game Night ft. Mario Kart
2025-05-07 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Join us at EHFPL for Kids Game Night! We’ll have the Nintendo Switch out to play Mario Kart, and a variety of classic and newer board games too. So, grab a friend and come play with us! Recommended for ages 5-12

Adult Craft Night
2025-05-07 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States

Enchanted Fiction
2025-05-07 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 A Dash of Trouble by Anna Meriano. Sponsored by the EHLS’s Teen Advisory Board.

Homeschool Hangout
2025-05-07 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.

Friends of EHFPL Meeting
2025-05-06 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

Princess Tea Party
2025-05-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Calling all little princesses! 👑 Join us for a magical Princess Tea Party where your little one can:
– Dress up as their favorite princess
– Enjoy a small craft activity
– Savor a delicious snack with tea
It’s a royal event filled with fun, creativity, and, of course, plenty of tea! Recommended for ages 0-5!
Call the library (860) 873-8210 or use google forms to register for the program!

Family Silhouette Portraits
2025-05-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Join us at the Rathbun Library to have beautiful handcut silhouette portraits created for your family. A perfect gift for Mother’s & Father’s Day. Rhode Island artist, Deborah O’Connor, has created these family heirlooms for over forty years. Prices vary depending on the package chosen and begin at $30. It takes approximately 15 minutes for the sitting and finished piece. Call the Library at 860-873-8210 to schedule your time.

Dungeons & Dragons
2025-05-02 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.

Movie Night - Dog Man
2025-05-02 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
It’s movie night at the library! We’ll be watching the movie Dog Man (PG) and have some free popcorn to snack on. No registration required.

Friends of Rathbun
2025-05-01 16:15 - 18:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Business Meeting 4:15-5:00
Open Meeting 5:00-6:00
Join the Friends of Rathbun to help with fundraising and supporting the library
