Join the Friends of EHFPL to help with fundraising and supporting the library
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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 The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong. Sponsored by the EHLS's Teen Advisory... 
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!
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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. |
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From Legos to Knex to popsicle sticks and toothpicks, the Rathbun's Kids Builders Club will learn how to build with a variety of materials. Come relax and free build as you chat with friends. Or, try to complete one of our building challenges. No registration required, just drop in! Recommended for ages 5-12 
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! 
Interested in Non-Fiction, History, Science, Current Events, and other fascinating subjects? This is the book club for you! Grab a copy of our Book of the Month by calling the library (860-873-8210), and join us for discussion on the first Thursday of every month at the Rathbun Library at 2:00pm. Newcomers are welcome! If Mystery... |
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Bring your budding bookworm to the library for a fun-filled storytime with music and movement. 
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. |
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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. |
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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! |
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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
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!
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Join us at EHFPL on Wednesday, June 11 from 5-7PM to make dot art pots at our adult craft night! All materials are provided, but space is limited, so please RSVP on the library calendar.
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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! |
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Do you prefer your books filled with magic and dragons? Then this is the book club for you!
Bring your budding bookworm to the library for a fun-filled storytime with music and movement.
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. |
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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... |
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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! Fill out the application online (link below) or grab an application from EHFPL to join the board. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHS851rIud5a0MiacdGHT3uzgBoF_CQKJWY9juKjV9Oynhrg/viewform?usp=sf_link |
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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...
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! 
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... |
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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!
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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 Nigeria! No registration required. Recommended for ages 5-12. |
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Join us at the library for Kid's Game Night! We'll have the Nintendo Switch out to play Mario Party, and a variety of classic and newer board games too. So, grab a friend and come play with us! Recommended for ages 5-12
Bring your budding bookworm to the library for a fun-filled storytime with music and movement.
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. |
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Come celebrate the start of Summer Reading with us at our kick off! Play fun outdoor games, make your own bubble wand, eat ice cream & popsicles, and, the most fun of all, get your summer reading tracker! No registration required, drop-in anytime between 9:30-12:30pm!* *If it rains, the program will be rescheduled for... |
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Join us to celebrate summer reading by crafting game-inspired Perler bead art! No registration required. Recommended for ages 6+
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Looking for a home for unwanted craft supplies? Interested in finding some new supplies for yourself? Drop off your unwanted craft supplies at the Rathbun between now and June 21st. Then join us on Monday, June 23 from 1-3pm for our Craft Swap, where you can some free craft supplies for your future projects! |
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Come experience a twist on the great American pastime with balloon baseball! Registration required. Recommended for ages 5-12.
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Join us for the American Girl Doll Book Club, held every fourth Wednesday of the month at 4 PM! Bring your favorite doll and dive into the world of Kirsten. We’ll start with a fun discussion about the book, followed by a creative craft session where you’ll make something for your doll! Registration is required....
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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!
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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! |
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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.
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! |
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Come play board games with us at EHFPL! From classics, like Monopoly and Sorry, to strategy games like Catan and Ticket to Ride and unique games like Wrong Party or Exploding Kittens, we have a variety of games to chose from. No registration is required for this program, we hope to see you there!
Bring your budding bookworm to the library for a fun-filled storytime with music and movement.
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. |
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From Legos to Knex to popsicle sticks and toothpicks, the Rathbun's Kids Builders Club will learn how to build with a variety of materials. Come relax and free build as you chat with friends. Or, try to complete one of our building challenges. No registration required, just drop in! Recommended for ages 5-12
Join the Friends of EHFPL to help with fundraising and supporting the library |
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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.
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!
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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 Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J. K. Rowling. Sponsored... |
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Come unwind with fun mind puzzles and relaxing music. We’ll have a variety of different puzzles at varying difficulties for all ages to enjoy! No registration required, just drop-in!
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!
Interested in Non-Fiction, History, Science, Current Events, and other fascinating subjects? This is the book club for you! Grab a copy of our Book of the Month by calling the library (860-873-8210), and join us for discussion on the first Thursday of every month at the Rathbun Library at 2:00pm. Newcomers are welcome! If Mystery... |
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Stay & Play