East Haddam Youth and Family Services is dedicated to inspiring the potential of and promoting the positive and healthy development of youth and families, striving to create and enhance opportunities which advance the quality of life for all youth and families within the community by providing a spectrum of prevention, intervention, and advocacy services.
Summer Events
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East Haddam Family Olympics
- Friday, July 10, 2009 (Rain date Saturday July 11, 2009)
- 6:30pm-8:00pm @ Nichols Field
- Elementary Students - Grades K-5
Open to all elementary school students (grades K-5) and their families
Compete against your family in Olympic inspired games and activities.
More info: Kaitlin Besier at 873-3296.
Community Scavenger Hunt
- Saturday, July 25, 2009
- Starts 8:00 am - 10:00 am at Nathan Hale Plaza
- Ends 6:00 pm at Chesthelm
- Picnic follows
Adults and youth team up to explore local businesses and places of interest in search of specific items to collect. Instructions and list of items to be picked up from the Nathan Hale Plaza. Scavenger hunt ends at 6:00pm with a community picnic held at Chestelm Rehabilitation Center.
More info: Kaitlin Besier at 873-3296.
Individual Registration Form
Business Registration Form
Ice Cream Social
- Friday, August 7, 2009 (Rain date Saturday August 8, 2009)
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm @ Nichols Field
- Elementary Students - Grades K-5
Open to all elementary school students (grades K-5) and their families
Make your own ice cream sundae with your family and friends
More info: Kaitlin Besier at 873-3296.
Community Back to School Picnic
- Sunday, August 23, 2009
- 1:00-5:00pm @ Town Beach
Celebrate the end of summer with the East Haddam Community! Join us for food, games and more. All community members are welcome!
More info: Kaitlin Besier (873-3296).
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High School Summer Kick Off BBQ/Bonfire
- Thursday, July 9, 2009
- 5:00-10:00pm @ Town Beach
- Students entering grades 9-12
- Food will be provided
More info: Kaitlin Besier at 873-3296.
Teen Jam Nights
- Friday, July 17, 2009 @ Grange Hall on Town Street
- Friday, July 31, 2009 @ Lake Hayward Pavilion
- Friday, August 14, 2009 @ Grange Hall on Town Street
- 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
- Students entering Grades 6-12
Teen Jam Night gives young people the opportunity to come together to sing, play or simply listen to music in a safe, supervised "open mic" atmosphere - from 6:30pm to 9:00pm. Students should feel free to bring a personal instrument and music. Snacks and soda are available.
More info: Kaitlin Besier at 873-3296.
High School Mini Golf Trip
- Tuesday, July 21, 2009
- Time TBA at Saybrook Point Course
- Students entering grades 9-12
Transportation and 1 round of golf will be provided. We recommend that students bring $5.00 for ice cream.
Space is limited. Call EHYFS to reserve a spot.
More info: Kaitlin Besier at 873-3296.
Registration and Permission Form
High School Bowling Trip
- Wednesday, August 12, 2009
- 5:00-9:00pm at AMF Bowling (Old Saybrook)
- Students entering grades 9-12
- $14 per student
Fee includes transportation, 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, popcorn, soda and a slice of pizza
Space is limited. Call EHYFS to reserve a spot.
More info: Kaitlin Besier at 873-3296.
Registration and Permission Form
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Coming This Fall
"What's Happening With Our Kids"
Interested parents and community members are invited to host a gathering of friends and neighbors in your home to discuss topics affecting our children and youth, including drug/alcohol use, community watch programs, building assets with/for our children, etc. Groups are scheduled monthly.
Contact: Toni McCabe, 873-3296 or Email for information.
"The Teenage Brain: Alcohol and
Risky Behavior"
Presenter: Chris Brown
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 - 7 pm
Valley Regional High School Library
256 Kelsey Hill Road
Deep River, CT
(860) 526-5328
Contact: Toni McCabe, 873-3296 or Email for information.
Thank You!
Teen Jam Night
We would like to thank the youth and adult volunteers who put so much time and energy into making this program a success.
Volunteers and Donations
On behalf of the staff and Board of Directors, we would like to thank all who have volunteered their time or made donations. We appreciate your continued help and support.
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