East Haddam Library Systems

Libraries Closed
2026-01-01, 2026-01-19 | CT

Fairy Tale Fridays
2026-01-02 15:30 - 16:15, 2026-01-09 15:30 - 16:15, 2026-01-16 15:30 - 16:15, 2026-01-23 15:30 - 16:15 (America/New_York) | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Join us for a midwinter gathering on Fridays in January and February. We’ll get together to read and talk about fairy tales and folktales from around the world, with coloring/simple crafts to accompany our exploration. Recommended for ages 5-8.

Dungeons and Dragons
2026-01-02 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. Players may start at level 3. Characters made at home are subject to DM approval. Pre-made characters available on game nights. *nerds are cool.

Lego Free Play
2026-01-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
We’re breaking out the Legos at the library for some fun building time! So come get creative and show off your Lego building skills! Recommended for ages 5+

Fables & Fun Storytime
2026-01-07 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-01-14 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-01-21 10:30 - 11:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
A relaxed story time with a new fun activity each session and plenty of bubbles! Activities aimed at ages 3-5, but friends that are older/younger are always welcome to participate!

Kids Game Night ft. Super Smash
2026-01-07 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 Super Smash, and a variety of classic and newer board games too. So, grab a friend and come play with us! Rec. for ages 5-12

Adult Craft Night 1
2026-01-07 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Join us at EHFPL on Wednesday, January 7 from 5-7PM to try paper quilling at our adult craft night! All materials are provided, but space is limited, so please RSVP on the library calendar.

Budding Bookworms Storytime
2026-01-08 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-01-15 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-01-22 10:30 - 11:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, 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.

Flights of Fantasy Book Club
2026-01-09 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 Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk.

Words from the Woods Book Circle
2026-01-12 13:30 - 15:30 | St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 31 Main Street, East Haddam, CT, 06423, United States
Join this nature focused book circle from the East Haddam Land Trust and East Haddam Library System to soak in the writings of natural scientists who expand and deepen our awareness of the ecologies of life. By reading about the seen and unseen relationships of the wood-web, our experiences of forests, waterways, and meadows of East Haddam will be enriched. All are welcome. The book for January’s conversation is Is a River Alive by Robert Macfarlane. Copies of the books may be borrowed through the East Haddam Library System.

Kids Crafternoon - Winter Resist Art
2026-01-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Join us for Kids Crafternoon, where we’ll make some Winter Resist Art. Registration required. We hope to see you there! Rec. for ages 5-12

Barberry, Mugwort, and Bittersweet, Oh My!
2026-01-13 18:30 - 20:30 | East Haddam Grange Hall, 488 Town St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Invasive plants are choking out the native plants in our region. Learn how to manage these invasive plants from Jim Natale of Wilder Gardens, LLC. Jim specializes in invasive plant management and native plant landscaping. He’ll show the best forested and meadow landscapes in our region, discuss why they are important, and the biggest threats to their existence. You will learn about invasive species and the harm they cause to our landscapes, and how to create your own native plant landscape. Jim will show examples of work he has completed, explain the processes involved in this work, and provide a list of plant species he uses. Plus, he will answer your questions. You don’t want to miss this! Mark your calendars for this fun, educational event hosted by the land trusts of East Haddam and Lyme and the East Haddam Library System at the Grange Hall, 488 Town Street, East Haddam.

Enchanted Fiction
2026-01-14 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 Skyhunter by Marie Lu. Sponsored by the EHLS’s Teen Advisory Board.

Adult Craft Night 2
2026-01-14 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Join us at EHFPL on Wednesday, January 14 from 5-7PM to try paper quilling at our adult craft night! All materials are provided, but space is limited, so please RSVP on the library calendar.

STEAM Makers
2026-01-14 17:30 - 18:30 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math: each session we’ll explore STEAM principles with a fun hands-on activity! This session we’re making infinity cubes. Registration required. Rec. for ages 5-12

Homeschool Hangout
2026-01-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us at the library for Homeschool Hangout. Each session we will explore a different subject, such as art, STEM, nature, etc. All ages are welcome! Note: Activities may vary in complexity depending on participants’ ages.

Teen Game Night ft. Wrong Party
2026-01-16 17:00 - 20:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Join us for Teen Game Night! We’ll be playing Wrong Party, a board game where you compete with your friends to create the Greatest Guest List of All Time. Will you host the perfect party or kill the vibe? Grab a friend and come play with us! No registration required, we hope to see you there!

Mystery Book Club
2026-01-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Rathbun Free Memorial Library, 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT, United States
Pick up your copy of our monthly mystery at the Rathbun Library, and join us for a discussion on the third Wednesday of every month at 2:00pm at the Rathbun Library.
Newcomers are welcome, please email Reference Librarian Nancy Price NPrice@rathbun.lioninc.org or call 860-873-8210 for more details.
The meeting is in-person but readers can also join the meeting via Zoom, the Info is Below (please call ahead so we know to setup the Zoom equipment):
Mystery Book Club
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82900265945
Meeting ID: 829 0026 5945
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+1 929 205 6099 US
Meeting ID: 829 0026 5945

Wednesday Workshop
2026-01-21 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Join us for an evening of adult paper crafting at EHFPL! Scrapbooking or cardmaking, experienced or beginner, everyone is welcome. Bring your own projects, use the library’s supplies, or both. Meets monthly.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Do you want to have a say in the services the library offers to teens? To help plan and run teen programs and events? Come to our Teen Advisory Board meeting! New members always welcome!

Glow Painting
2026-01-23 17:00 - 19:00 | East Haddam Free Public Library (EHFPL), 18 Plains Road, Moodus, CT, 06469, United States
Let’s make some glow paintings! We’ll provide the supplies, you bring the creativity. Recommended for Teens & Adults. Registration required, we hope to see you there!

Pokémon Club
2026-01-26 15:30 - 16:30 | CT
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.
