Submitted by Kelly Moore, Brainerd Memorial Library
(October 25, 2025) — The following programs and events will take place at Brainerd Memorial Library in Haddam during the month of November, 2025. Brainerd Memorial Library is located at 920 Saybrook Road in Haddam. Phone: 860-345-2204.
All Ages:
Open House: November 8, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Check out the completed renovation with fun events and refreshments for patrons of all ages! We’ll have the Children’s Open House from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Roving Reptiles at 2:30 p.m. and 3:15 p.m., Ribbon Cutting and Cocktails from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Coffee and Dessert from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Decorate an Ornament: November 12, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Help decorate our tree for the Haddam Historical Society!
Adult:
Jigsaw Puzzle Club: November 4, 2025 and November 18, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
Join us for the Jigsaw Puzzle Club. This is a drop-in event. Work on a jigsaw puzzle provided by the library, and bring a puzzle to swap if you wish!
Drop-In Crafting: Circle Painting and Painted Wreath – November 5, 2025 and November 19, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
Drop in for this casual adult crafting group. Meet crafters and make new friends.
Eco-Architects: November 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Learn about beavers and the benefits they bring to the ecosystem.
Culinary Club: November 12, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
Come join this fun potluck program! November’s theme is “unusual Thanksgiving traditions.” Cook something fun and share it!
Teen:
Teen Game Night: November 4, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Hang out, play Nintendo Switch, board games, and chill! Grades 6-12.
Teen Advisory Board: November 5, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Discuss volunteer opportunities, read, or just come hang out! A great way to meet new friends.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons: November 11, 2025 and November 25, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Join and experience epic adventures! For new and old players alike.
Taste Test Showdown: TV Dinners: November 18, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Get ready for Thanksgiving with this microwaveable feast!
Children:
Preschool Storytime: Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Tunes: Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.
Kids D&D – Two Age Groups:
Ages 7-10: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m.
Ages 11-13: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m.
Kids Switch Game Night: November 5, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
Pokémon Club: November 12, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
A club for kids who love Pokémon. Trivia and Prizes! Bring games or cards. Trading allowed with adult permission.
Kids Board Game Night: November 19, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
Tween Switch Game Night: November 19, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Dice Lab: November 21, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
Learn to craft dice and miniatures with a 3-D printer, and more!
