January Story Hour Theme: Building

We are pleased to present Mother Goose “What’s the Big Idea?” programs as part of the weekly story hour for 3 to 5 yr olds. There are six kits in the series. We will be focusing on Building for the month of January.

If you have never attended story hour, then please call 873-8248 to register or register online.
Check out the Mother Goose website for more information on the Mother Goose programs and a list of goals and skills related to the building theme.

Weather closing

A reminder to patrons of the East Haddam Free Public Library in Moodus. If the local schools are closed due to winter storms, the Library is also closed. Parents should keep in mind that if the schools have early dismissal due to bad weather, the Library may also be closing early, and their children need to be picked up before the early closing. Library closings may also be heard on WTIC, WRCH and WZMX radio. For more info, call the library at 873-8248.

Story Tails R.E.A.D. Program

Do you have a young child who loves to read or needs to build confidence in his or her reading ability? We have the perfect team for you! Story Tails R.E.A.D. Teams are dogs and handlers who are registered Delta Society Pet Partner Teams that have taken additional training to become Reading Education Assistance Dogs. We will be hosting R.E.A.D. programs on a Saturday morning in late January or early February. Please contact Lori at the library via email staff@ehfpl.org or phone 873-8248 to register. Spaces are limited, so register early.

On Wednesday, December 5th, Kris Dannecker and Mercy stopped in the library to listen to Brianne read Carl's Christmas. Mercy is a 2-yr old mix between a Golden Retriever and Border Collie. Kris and Mercy are registered Delta Society Pet Partner Team and completed R.E.A.D. training earlier this year.

Please visit tailsofjoy.org for more information about Story Tails.

Gingerbread Drawing to Benefit Library

Tickets are on sale now for a drawing to win this gorgeous gingerbread creation crafted by 4 very talented local elves! The picture doesn't do it justice; you have to see it to appreciate the amazing details. Created with 53 pieces of gingerbread and 31 windows, these Victorian rowhouses are full of tiny surprises! Visit the library today to enter the drawing. Tickets are .50 each or 3 for $1. The drawing will take place on December 18th. Don't delay! Buy your tickets today!

Mrs. Claus at the Library

Once again, the library welcomed Mrs. Claus during Children's Night in Moodus on December 6th. Pictured here Ryan, Matthew, and Daniel visited with Mrs. Claus before heading out to enjoy other festivities during the evening.

Register now for LAPTOTS Winter/Spring 2008 session

Registration is now open for the Winter/Spring 2008 sessions of EHFPL's LAPTOTS story time for children under 3. Join us for stories, fingerplays, simple crafts and more! Choose between sessions meeting at 10:30 on the 1st & 3rd Fridays OR the 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month. You may register by visiting the library, calling 873-8248, or by using our online registration form. Please specify which session you are interested in when registering.