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Teen Creators Collective

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Centennial, Do an Activity
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

From painting to writing, crafting to digital art, this program offers a platform for self-expression and collaboration. Join us for weekly sessions filled with inspiration, guidan...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Centennial, Do an Activity
Event Details:

From painting to writing, crafting to digital art, this program offers a platform for self-expression and collaboration. Join us for weekly sessions filled with inspiration, guidance, and the opportunity to showcase your unique talents.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Writer's Bloc: Peer Review

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Find Support, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Searching for a community of writers who share your love for the written word? Join us to meet other writers, hear from local authors, and share your writing in a workshop setting....

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Find Support, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Event Details:

Searching for a community of writers who share your love for the written word? Join us to meet other writers, hear from local authors, and share your writing in a workshop setting.

Board Meeting

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room

Fit and Fall Proof

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
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.

Tales to Tails

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Build Your Skills
Age Group:
School Age (grades K-6)
Event Details:

Read to a therapy dog! Children can sharpen their reading skills in a stress-free zone, boosted by the support of their furry, canine pals. Plan to arrive a few minutes early if yo...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Build Your Skills
Event Details:

Read to a therapy dog! Children can sharpen their reading skills in a stress-free zone, boosted by the support of their furry, canine pals. Plan to arrive a few minutes early if you need to choose a book to read.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Baby Time

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Silverstone at Silverstone
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for lap bounces, baby sign language, and beginning books for your baby! Ideal for ages 0-2.

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

Join us for lap bounces, baby sign language, and beginning books for your baby! Ideal for ages 0-2.

Fit and Fall Proof

Thursday, July 18, 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.

Baby Time

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Silverstone at Silverstone
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for lap bounces, baby sign language, and beginning books for your baby! Ideal for ages 0-2.

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

Join us for lap bounces, baby sign language, and beginning books for your baby! Ideal for ages 0-2.

Needles, Hooks, and Books

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Come together to knit, crochet, or work on any kind of handwork project. Bring your current work in progress to work on while we socialize and learn from each other. No formal i...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Event Details:

Come together to knit, crochet, or work on any kind of handwork project. Bring your current work in progress to work on while we socialize and learn from each other.

Brickmania Building

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Orchard Park Learning Lab at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Do an Activity
Age Group:
All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Build, Create, and Engineer to your wildest dreams. We'll have LEGO, K'nex, Cardboard, and more building supplies to create with. Eat a snack and watch a fun LEGO movie to get your...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Learning Lab
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Do an Activity
Event Details:

Build, Create, and Engineer to your wildest dreams. We'll have LEGO, K'nex, Cardboard, and more building supplies to create with. Eat a snack and watch a fun LEGO movie to get your creative cogs spinning while you are here.

STEAM Lab

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Age Group:
School Age (grades K-6)
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Event Details:

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

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.

Teen Adventurer's Guild: Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Join a Club or Group
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Calling all teen adventurers! Whether you are new to Dungeons and Dragons or an experienced warrior join us for this fantasy role-playing game. No experience needed. Character shee...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Join a Club or Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Calling all teen adventurers! Whether you are new to Dungeons and Dragons or an experienced warrior join us for this fantasy role-playing game. No experience needed. Character sheets, dice, and rules explanations provided.

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.

Snack Lab

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Come to the Snack Lab and learn how to make some tasty snacks. These are good to take to school, on a road trip, walking around your neighborhood, or eating on a couch.  We'l...

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

Come to the Snack Lab and learn how to make some tasty snacks. These are good to take to school, on a road trip, walking around your neighborhood, or eating on a couch. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Mystery Book Club

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Orchard Park Conference Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Join a Club or Group, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Love reading mysteries? Looking for new book ideas? This group is for you! Mystery Book Club meets every third Thursday of the month.  Choose a mystery book that loosely fi...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Join a Club or Group, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Event Details:

Love reading mysteries? Looking for new book ideas? This group is for you! Mystery Book Club meets every third Thursday of the month. 

Pajama Storytime

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Put on your pajamas and fuzzy slippers and join us for a fun story time with books and songs! All ages are welcome!

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Event Details:

Put on your pajamas and fuzzy slippers and join us for a fun story time with books and songs!

All ages are welcome!

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.

Preschool Storytime

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join Ms. Natalie every Friday for preschool storytime with books and songs and more! This will be followed by a stay and play with our big blue blocks.   Storyti...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Event Details:

Join Ms. Natalie every Friday for preschool storytime with books and songs and more!

This will be followed by a stay and play with our big blue blocks.

 

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.

Intro to Laser Engraving

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Laser Cutter and Engraver (Small) at unBound
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This class is for adults interested in learning the basics of laser engraving! You will learn about our laser, see the laser engravers in action, and learn what you will need to do...

Open
Required
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Laser Cutter and Engraver (Small)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This class is for adults interested in learning the basics of laser engraving!

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.

Idaho Department of Labor logo

Idaho Department of Labor Office Hours

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
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!

Library Founders Celebration

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Orchard Park Marketplace at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Centennial
Age Group:
All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Join us at Orchard Park to celebrate Meridian Library District's 100th anniversary! We are celebrating July 1924, when the Occident Club Library Committee was formed. We will have ...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Marketplace
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Centennial
Event Details:

Join us at Orchard Park to celebrate Meridian Library District's 100th anniversary! We are celebrating July 1924, when the Occident Club Library Committee was formed.

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.

STEAM Lab

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Do an Activity
Age Group:
School Age (grades K-6)
Event Details:

Are you ready to explore the fascinating world of science? Our weekly science experiments are designed to pique the curiosity of young minds and encourage them to learn through fun...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity
Event Details:

Are you ready to explore the fascinating world of science? Our weekly science experiments are designed to pique the curiosity of young minds and encourage them to learn through fun and interactive activities.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Meridian Library Bookmobile at Settlers Park

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Community
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Do an Activity
Age Group:
All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Every Friday from June 7th-August 2nd  Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Location: Settlers Park, Parking Lot Area Embark on a literary adventure with the Bookmobile at Se...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity
Event Details:

Every Friday from June 7th-August 2nd 

Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Location: Settlers Park, Parking Lot Area

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.

Pokemon Club

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Silverstone at Silverstone
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Do an Activity
Age Group:
School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Attention trainers! Do you have what it takes to become a Pokémon master? Join us every Friday at 4:30 p.m. as we play the Pokémon TCG and do other fun activities. Open to...

Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity
Event Details:

Attention trainers!

Do you have what it takes to become a Pokémon master?

Join us every Friday at 4:30 p.m. as we play the Pokémon TCG and do other fun activities.

Open to ages 6-18.

All-Day Used Book Sale: Friends of the Meridian Library

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Orchard Park Marketplace at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Get Involved, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Age Group:
All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Stock up on new books and support your local library! Friends members earn two free books at each sale. Open to the public. Hosted by the Friends of the Meridian Library District, ...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Marketplace
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Get Involved, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Event Details:

Stock up on new books and support your local library! Friends members earn two free books at each sale. Open to the public.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Library.

Spanish English Storytime

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Bienvenidos and welcome to our Spanish/English Storytime!  ¡Cantar, jugar y leer con tu famila y nuestra comunidad en Español e Inglés! Play, sing and read with your fam...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Storytime
Event Details:

Bienvenidos and welcome to our Spanish/English Storytime! 

¡Cantar, jugar y leer con tu famila y nuestra comunidad en Español e Inglés!

Play, sing and read with your family and our community in Spanish and English!

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.