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East Haddam Library System One Town. Two Great Libraries. EHFPL and Rathbun work together to bring East Haddam a wealth of books, films, programs, and more.

Welcome to the East Haddam Library System. The EHLS serves the residents of East Haddam through two unique facilities: Rathbun Free Memorial Library (860-873-8210) and East Haddam Free Public Library (860-873-8248). Each branch has it's own specialties but strive to offer a complete collection for everyone to enjoy. EHFPL Specialties: Movies, Television Shows, Young Adult Fiction, Classic Literature, Graphic Novels/Manga, Anime, Books on CD, and Large Print

Rathbun Specialties: Adult Fiction, Adult Mysteries, Biographies, Historical Collection, Foreign Films, BBC Productions, Music CDs, and Digital Books & Audio Books

Join us as we play one of the most popular fantasy trading card games, Magic: The Gathering! We will be playing a casual...
10/17/2026

Join us as we play one of the most popular fantasy trading card games, Magic: The Gathering! We will be playing a casual commander format, and we’ll have some stuff for new players to try the game, but feel free to bring your own. No registration required, just drop-in on Fri, November 13 from 4-7pm! Rec. for teens

Today’s the day, things are starting to happen! 2-5:00 at the Rathbun Library. Fun happenings and spooky hauntings! Don’...
10/17/2026

Today’s the day, things are starting to happen! 2-5:00 at the Rathbun Library. Fun happenings and spooky hauntings! Don’t miss it!

Calling all teen bookworms! Join us at EHFPL for Enchanted Fiction, a book club run by teens for teens in grades 7-12. W...
10/17/2026

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 fiction. This month we’ll be discussing Immortal Consequences by I. V. Marie. Copies available at the circulation desk. We hope to see you there on Wed, November 11 from 4-5pm!

Lots of amazing Fairy Houses have come in for our Fairy House Village display at the Rathbun Library’s Halloween Hamlet ...
10/16/2026

Lots of amazing Fairy Houses have come in for our Fairy House Village display at the Rathbun Library’s Halloween Hamlet tomorrow, 10/17, 2-5:00. Get your creations to the library by 5:00 tonight, or 11:00 tomorrow the latest.

The World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game gives you the chance to take part in epic tales of adventure and fantasy. Tweens a...
10/16/2026

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 on Fri, November 6 from 5-7pm at EHFPL. 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. Registration required.

Join us for the first program in Bloom by Bloom: A Seasonal Gardening Series with Cathy & Company! Each month will focus...
10/16/2026

Join us for the first program in Bloom by Bloom: A Seasonal Gardening Series with Cathy & Company! Each month will focus on a new gardening topic, and this month is all about putting the garden to bed, prepping for fall, and planting garlic. Registration required. At EHFPL on Friday, October 23 from 5:30-6:30pm. Recommended for Adults.

https://easthaddamlibrarysystem.org/event/crisp-leaves-cozy-beds-w-cathy-company/

Join us at EHFPL on Wed, November 4 from 5-7pm for Family Game Night! We’ll have a variety of classic and newer board & ...
10/14/2026

Join us at EHFPL on Wed, November 4 from 5-7pm for Family Game Night! We’ll have a variety of classic and newer board & card games for everyone to enjoy. We hope to see you there!

Do you have what it takes to be a spy? Come test your skills at the library’s Junior Spy Training Academy! Practice encr...
10/13/2026

Do you have what it takes to be a spy? Come test your skills at the library’s Junior Spy Training Academy! Practice encrypting secret messages, test your observation skills and avoid the lasers in our (yarn) laser maze! At EHFPL on Wednesday, October 14 at 5:30pm. Registration required. Rec. for ages 5+

https://easthaddamlibrarysystem.org/event/junior-spy-training-academy/

Calling all trainers! Join Professor M at EHFPL on Monday, October 26th from 3:45-4:45PM for all things Pokémon! Please ...
10/12/2026

Calling all trainers! Join Professor M at EHFPL on Monday, October 26th from 3:45-4:45PM for all things Pokémon! Please note the slight time change as we try to accommodate our elementary aged Pokémon fans! 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.

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EHFPL: 18 Plains Road, Moodus
East Haddam, CT
06423

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