Kids

New Kids’ Books


Recurring Programs 

  • Saturday Storytime – Can’t make our weekday Storytimes? Join us for our monthly Saturday Storytime!
  • Science Saturday – Come join local paleontologist and scientist, Mr. Dave Cassenti, in an exploration of our wonderful world using the powers of science. Each month, there will be a different topic that we explore and learn about, and hopefully have fun with.

Kids’ Library News

Kids DIY Discoverers – Cookie Decorating
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Kids DIY Discoverers – Cookie Decorating

From toys to games, kids are invited to discover a new DIY project each month at the EHFPL. In this…
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Homeschool Book Clubs
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Homeschool Book Clubs

Join us at EHFPL on Friday, December 13 (2:30-3:30pm for Chapter Chat & 3:30-4:30pm for Novel Ideas) for our next…
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Budding Bookworms Storytime
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Budding Bookworms Storytime

Bring your budding bookworm to the Rathbun on Friday, December 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 10:30am, for a fun-filled…
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Homeschool Hangout
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Homeschool Hangout

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us for our Homeschool Hangout program on Wed., Dec. 4 at 11am at EHFPL and Mon.,…
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Fables & Fun Storytime
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Fables & Fun Storytime

Join us at EHFPL on December 4 & 11 at 10:30am, for a fun, relaxed story time with flannel board…
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Art Explorers
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Art Explorers

Explore the world of art with us on Tuesday, December 3 & 17 at 11:30 at Rathbun! From fun crafts…
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Kids Builders Club
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Kids Builders Club

From Legos to Knex to popsicle sticks and toothpicks, the Rathbun’s Kids Builders Club will learn how to build with…
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Tiny Scientists Storytime
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Tiny Scientists Storytime

Join us at EHFPL for a science themed storytime on Wednesday, November 27 at 10:30am! We will have a story…
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Teen Random Debate Club
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Teen Random Debate Club

Is cereal a soup? Is it better to have a pet dragon or a pet unicorn? Come defend your side…
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Kids Video Game Night 
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Kids Video Game Night 

Join us for Kids Video Game Night at EHFPL on Wednesday, November 13 from 4-6pm! We’ll be playing Mario Kart….
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Homeschool Book Clubs
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Homeschool Book Clubs

Introducing EHFPL’s new Homeschool Book Clubs! Stop by our first meetings on November 15 (2:30-3:30pm for Chapter Chat & 3:30-4:30pm…
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Play & Learn
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Play & Learn

Join us on Wednesdays at EHFPL & Fridays at Rathbun after storytime for Play & Learn! An hour of play…
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Local Author Showcase
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Local Author Showcase

Join us at the East Haddam Grange on 11/16, 11-2:00 where over 15 local authors will showcase their published works….
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Kids DIY Discoverers
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Kids DIY Discoverers

From toys to games, kids are invited to discover a new DIY project each month at the library. Friday, November…
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Fables & Fun Storytime
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Fables & Fun Storytime

Join us at EHFPL on November 6, 13, & 20 at 10:30am, for a fun, relaxed story time with flannel…
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Budding Bookworms
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Budding Bookworms

Bring your budding bookworm to the Rathbun on Friday, November 8, 15 & 22 at 10:30am, for a fun-filled storytime…
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Art Explorers 
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Art Explorers 

Explore the world of art with us on Tuesday, November 5 & 19 at 11:30 at Rathbun! From fun crafts…
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Children’s Yoga Party
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Children’s Yoga Party

Join us for a ghostly, witchy post Halloween Yoga Party on Sat., Nov. 2 at 10:30am! We’ll have Halloween themed…
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Kids Builders Club
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Kids Builders Club

From Legos to Knex to popsicle sticks and toothpicks, the Rathbun’s Kids Builders Club will learn how to build with…
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Homeschool Hangout
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Homeschool Hangout

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us for our new Homeschool Hangout program on Wed., Nov. 6 at 11am at EHFPL and…
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