Friday Night Fiction is an adult contemporary and historical fiction book club at EHFPL. Join us for a discussion about our next book, Christmas with the Queen by Hazel Gaynor and Heather Webb. Copies are available behind the circulation desk. All are welcome!
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...
Join us at the library for sensory playtime! We'll have a variety of fun activities for kids to explore their senses and different textures. Recommended for ages 2-5. No registration required, just drop-in!
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 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.
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.
The holiday season is here! If you’re looking for a cute homemade gift, check out one of the library’s Kids Gift Making Craft sessions! In session 1, on Dec. 1, we will be making our own puzzles. While in session 2, on Dec. 19, we will be decorating picture frames. No registration is required, but...
It's time for a check up... for your stuffed animal! Bring your stuffed animal (or doll) to the library for a one-on-one check-up. We'll test their reflexes, check their temperature and senses, and make sure your furry friend is feeling happy and healthy. No registration required, just drop in. Recommended for ages 2+
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.
Kids can't stay up until midnight? Come ring in the New Year with us at the library at our Noon Year's Eve Party! We'll play games, do crafts, and do a countdown to noon. All ages welcome, no registration required.
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.