Teen Programs – Autumn 2025
Teen Advisory Group
Fridays from Sept. 5 – Nov. 21 | 2 – 3:30 pm
East Haven High School, 35 Wheelbarrow Lane
Drop into the EHHS Media Center right after school for free snacks & a chance to make the library a better place! Discuss new programs, vote on new books & new furniture, & more! Plus, earn community service hours for you participation! Drop-ins welcome, contact Miss Emily for details: ekalotai@hagamanlibrary.org. This program made possible by East Haven Public Schools
Tabletop Club
Thursdays Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20 | 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Teen Rec Room, Hays School, 1 Maple St
Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons at Tabletop Club! Play as woodland creatures in this grand adventure to fight the fires threatening all of Humblewood! All materials are provided. Library Character Sheets will be available, but players may bring their own character for Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. Open to teens age 12 to 18. Drop-ins welcome. This program made possible by East Haven Rec & Youth Services Departments
Crafternoon Hangout
Tuesdays Sept. 23, Oct. 28, & Nov. 18 | 4 – 5 pm
Teen Rec Room, Hays School, 1 Maple St
Tweens & Teens can drop in, hang out & try out a different craft each month! We’ll be making jewelry in September, hosting a black-light paint party in October & diamond painting in November! Program recommended for tween & teens ages 10 & up. No need to sign up, drop-ins welcome! This program made possible by East Haven Rec & Youth Services Departments
Virtual Event: Protecting Kids from Online Sex Abuse
Thursday, Sept. 11 | 4:30 to 5:30 pm
Drawing from their experience in undercover operations with ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) law enforcement teams, SOSA will provide a vivid understanding of the dangers of abuse & perpetrators’ behavior. Attendees will learn about commonly-used grooming tactics, red flags, prevention methods & steps to take if abuse has occurred. This presentation is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Greater New Haven. Parents & teens are welcome to attend. For a Zoom link, please contact ekalotai@hagamanlibrary.org
Modern Games Night & Conversations
Wednesday, Oct. 1 | 6 – 8pm
Foxon Fire House, 1420 N High St
Enjoy an evening of games & conversation in a welcoming environment! BYO games or try something from our collection! Drop-ins welcome. Event planned in partnership with EH Pride. Open to all. This program made possible by the Foxon Volunteer Fire Department Company 3. For more information, email: cgwiazda@hagamanlibrary.org
Movie Night: Halloweentown (1998)
Thursday, Oct. 2 | 6:00 to 8:00 pm
ETV Media Studio, 230 Main Street, East Haven
Join us for a FREE screening of the 1998 fantasy comedy Halloweentown! Free refreshments provided. Open to teens age 12 to 18 & their families. Registration required. To sign up, email Miss Emily: ekalotai@hagamanlibrary.org. This program made possible by ETV
Atmos-FEAR
Thursday, Oct. 9 | 6 – 7:30pm
Teen Rec Room, Hays School, 1 Maple St
Tweens & Teens are invited for a Halloween Hagaman Tradition! It’s our annual game of Atmos-FEAR, a vintage VHS-based board game. Take on the mantle of a classic monster like a witch, vampire, or werewolf as you race to be the first to collect all six keystones. But the sinister Gatekeeper will be waiting to throw the game off course! Please note: this game is horror-themed & recommended for tween & teens ages 10 & up. This program made possible by East Haven Rec & Youth Services Departments. Space is limited, registration is required. To sign up, email Miss Emily: ekalotai@hagamanlibrary.org
Murder Mystery Party: Disaster at the 50s Diner Dance-Off
Thursday, Oct. 23 | 6 – 7:30 pm
Teen Rec Room, Hays School, 1 Maple St
Enjoy an evening of mystery! Everyone will be assigned a character & you will “act” as your character throughout the party. The murderer knows they are the murderer & is trying to cover their tracks while the other players try to figure out whodunnit! Open to teens age 12 to 18. This program made possible by East Haven Rec & Youth Services Departments. Space is limited, registration is required. To sign up, email Miss Emily: ekalotai@hagamanlibrary.org
Board & Card Game Evening
Thursday, Nov. 6 | 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Teen Rec Room, Hays School, 1 Maple St
Drop-in for an evening of trading card & board game fun! We’ll have a wide selection of board games to choose from as well as a selection of decks for Magic: the Gathering, Disney Lorcana & Pokémon! Open to teens age 12 to 18; drop-ins welcome. This program made possible by East Haven Rec & Youth Services Departments