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Fit and Fall Proof

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Move Your Body
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Senior citizens, join us for a free exercise program to increase your strength and balance. Remain active in your lifestyle while reducing your risk of falling. Please note the ...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Move Your Body
Event Details:

Senior citizens, join us for a free exercise program to increase your strength and balance. Remain active in your lifestyle while reducing your risk of falling.

Please note the following:

Disclaimer(s)

  • Exercise classes are a physical practice that requires strength, flexibility, and balance. Please consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new fitness programs. If you have any injuries, health conditions, or other physical limitations, it is important to inform your instructor before participating in an exercise class.
  • The information provided on this website or in any of our exercise classes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professionals with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
  • Exercise, like any physical activity, involves risks and individual results may vary.
Meridian Knights logo with chess piece

Meridian Knights Chess Club

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Orchard Park Conference Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Age Group:
School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Want to learn the basics of chess? You can play for fun or learn how to participate in tournament chess as part of Meridian Knights prize-winning ches...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Conference Room
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Event Details:

Want to learn the basics of chess? You can play for fun or learn how to participate in tournament chess as part of Meridian Knights prize-winning chess team. Geared towards all levels K-12.

Idaho Department of Labor Office Hours

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Find Support
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Idaho Department of Labor has more locations to serve Idahoans in your area on a consistent weekly schedule. Find us on our website or come see us in person at Cherry Lane...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Find Support
Event Details:

The Idaho Department of Labor has more locations to serve Idahoans in your area on a consistent weekly schedule. Find us on our website or come see us in person at Cherry Lane!

CNC Workshop

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
CNC Machine at unBound
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This workshop is for those who have taken one of our basics courses, or have had training on our CNC machine and have a design ready to mill on our machine! Hands-on activities wil...

Open
Required
Library Branch: unBound
Room: CNC Machine
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This workshop is for those who have taken one of our basics courses, or have had training on our CNC machine and have a design ready to mill on our machine! Hands-on activities will allow you to put your learning into practice.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

MASH: Meridian After School Hangout

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Students in grades 6th up to 12th are invited to join library staff after school to eat a snack, use Wi-Fi on your device, play games and socialize with friends. 

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Event Details:

Students in grades 6th up to 12th are invited to join library staff after school to eat a snack, use Wi-Fi on your device, play games and socialize with friends. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

English Conversation Classes

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Description: Are you looking to improve your English-speaking skills? Join us for our English Conversation Classes at the Meridian Library, where language learning meets communi...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Event Details:

Description:

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Trauma Informed Book Club

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Through a group discussion of Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience by Brené Brown, explore how to identify emotions and build...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Event Details:

Through a group discussion of Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience by Brené Brown, explore how to identify emotions and build connections.

ASL Conversation Club

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12), Adults
Event Details:

Connect with others who share your love for this beautiful language. Here you can practice signing, build confidence, and achieve fluency by conversing in American Sign Language. A...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Event Details:

Connect with others who share your love for this beautiful language. Here you can practice signing, build confidence, and achieve fluency by conversing in American Sign Language. All skill levels are welcome.

Ada County Election Day: Polling Place

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 8:00am - 8:00pm
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Get Involved
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

For information about Election Day, visit: https://www.mld.org/vote   

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Get Involved
Event Details:

For information about Election Day, visit: https://www.mld.org/vote 

 

Ada County Election Day: Polling Place

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 8:00am - 8:00pm
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Get Involved
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

For information about Election Day, visit: https://www.mld.org/vote   

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Get Involved
Event Details:

For information about Election Day, visit: https://www.mld.org/vote 

 

Small Business Administration (SBA Open Office Hours

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
unBound Meet at unBound
Program Type:
Find Support, Learn About It
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you a small business owner seeking personalized guidance, support, and valuable insights to propel your business to new heights? Don't miss this opportunity to access expert ad...

Library Branch: unBound
Room: unBound Meet
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Find Support, Learn About It
Event Details:

Are you a small business owner seeking personalized guidance, support, and valuable insights to propel your business to new heights?

Nature Storytime

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Silverstone at Silverstone
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime focused on the incredible outside world around us. Followed by a hands-on activity where we can explore, learn, and appreciate nature. 

Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime focused on the incredible outside world around us. Followed by a hands-on activity where we can explore, learn, and appreciate nature. 

Coming Home: Women's Reentry Networking Lunch

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Magazine Area at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Women returning from incarceration often have few, if any, resources to help them reintegrate into the community, establish homes, find employment, and to successfully reunite with...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Magazine Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Attend an Event, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It
Event Details:

Women returning from incarceration often have few, if any, resources to help them reintegrate into the community, establish homes, find employment, and to successfully reunite with their children.

STEAM Lab

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Silverstone at Silverstone
Program Type:
Do an Activity, Learn About It
Age Group:
School Age (grades K-6)
Event Details:

Join us for a new project every week. We will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Ideal for ages 6-12.

Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Do an Activity, Learn About It
Event Details:

Join us for a new project every week. We will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Ideal for ages 6-12.

MASH: Meridian After School Hangout

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Students in grades 6th up to 12th are invited to join library staff after school to eat a snack, use Wi-Fi on your device, play games and socialize with friends. 

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Event Details:

Students in grades 6th up to 12th are invited to join library staff after school to eat a snack, use Wi-Fi on your device, play games and socialize with friends. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Teen QSA

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Find Support, Join a Club or Group
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Welcome to our Teen Queer-Straight Alliance (QSA)! If you're 13-18 years old and you're a part or an ally of the LGBT+ community, you're invited!

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Find Support, Join a Club or Group
Event Details:

Welcome to our Teen Queer-Straight Alliance (QSA)! If you're 13-18 years old and you're a part or an ally of the LGBT+ community, you're invited!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

D&D is a fantasy role-playing game, allowing players to collaborate as storytellers. No experience necessary, though experienced players are welcome. Pre-generated characters a...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

D&D is a fantasy role-playing game, allowing players to collaborate as storytellers. No experience necessary, though experienced players are welcome. Pre-generated characters and dice are available to borrow. Come and join the adventure!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Teenpreneur- Business Startup

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Flexible Open Space at unBound
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Get Involved, Learn About It
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Are you a teen with big dreams and innovative ideas? In this class, you'll learn how to transform your creative sparks into thriving businesses. Led the Small Business Administr...

Open
Required
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Get Involved, Learn About It
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Are you a teen with big dreams and innovative ideas?

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

SCORE Treasure Valley Business Mentoring

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
unBound Meet at unBound
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Find Support, Meeting
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you looking for guidance and advice from successful entrepreneurs and business owners? SCORE Treasure Valley offers just that! Their business mentors are eager to share their k...

Library Branch: unBound
Room: unBound Meet
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Find Support, Meeting
Event Details:

Are you looking for guidance and advice from successful entrepreneurs and business owners? SCORE Treasure Valley offers just that! Their business mentors are eager to share their knowledge and expertise with you.

Silly Song and Dance

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Silverstone at Silverstone
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime focused on music, singing, and dancing! Ideal for ages 2-5.

Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime focused on music, singing, and dancing! Ideal for ages 2-5.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Do an Activity, Get Involved
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Help save lives by donating blood. The American Red Cross will be at the Meridian Library on Cherry Lane. Sign up to choose an appointment time. Walk-ins are welcome and ...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Do an Activity, Get Involved
Event Details:

Help save lives by donating blood.

Silly Song and Dance

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Silverstone at Silverstone
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime focused on music, singing, and dancing! Ideal for ages 2-5.

Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime focused on music, singing, and dancing! Ideal for ages 2-5.

Storytime and Art

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Our storytime is designed to encourage a love for reading and learning. Each session will feature a couple of books. After the story, children will have the opportunity to create a...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Storytime
Event Details:

Our storytime is designed to encourage a love for reading and learning. Each session will feature a couple of books. After the story, children will have the opportunity to create a craft project related to the story they just heard.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Enrichment Club

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Embark on a journey of joy and discovery! Dive into engaging learning experiences and lively social gatherings tailored for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabili...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Event Details:

Embark on a journey of joy and discovery! Dive into engaging learning experiences and lively social gatherings tailored for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.