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Pajama Storytime

Thursday, August 22, 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, August 23, 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.

Idaho Department of Labor logo

Idaho Department of Labor Office Hours

Friday, August 23, 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!

Pokemon Club

Friday, August 23, 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, August 24, 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.

Meridian Playdate

Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tiny Library
Program Type:
Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Drop in for special toys and activities!

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

Drop in for special toys and activities!

Fit and Fall Proof

Monday, August 26, 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.

Baby Time

Monday, August 26, 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:

This program happens every Monday and is ideal for ages 6-24 months, although younger and older siblings are welcome! Join Ms. Natalie for lap songs, fingerplays, and beginning sto...

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:

This program happens every Monday and is ideal for ages 6-24 months, although younger and older siblings are welcome! Join Ms. Natalie for lap songs, fingerplays, and beginning stories with your little one.

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.

Storytime and Art

Monday, August 26, 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 followed by a craft project! 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 followed by a craft project! Ideal for ages 2-5.

Fit and Fall Proof

Monday, August 26, 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, August 26, 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, August 26, 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!

Meridian After School Hangout (MASH)

Monday, August 26, 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 WiFi 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 WiFi 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.

Healing Centered Book Club

Monday, August 26, 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 The War for Kindness: Building Empathy in a Fractured World by Jamil Zaki, explore how to build empathy and strengthen community. The reading will ...

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 The War for Kindness: Building Empathy in a Fractured World by Jamil Zaki, explore how to build empathy and strengthen community.

ASL Conversation Club

Monday, August 26, 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, August 27, 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, August 27, 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, August 27, 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...

Cancelled
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?

Storytime and Art

Tuesday, August 27, 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. 

Lawyers in the Library

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cherry Lane Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Find Support, Learn About It
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

In partnership with Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program, get free general legal advice and council on topics including family law, landlord/tenant issues, and other civil issues. Ap...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Find Support, Learn About It
Event Details:

In partnership with Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program, get free general legal advice and council on topics including family law, landlord/tenant issues, and other civil issues.

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Tuesday, August 27, 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...

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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
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Seats Remaining: 1
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.

SCORE Treasure Valley Business Mentoring

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
unBound Meet at unBound
Program Type:
Find Support
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: Find Support
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, August 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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.

Storytime and Art

Wednesday, August 28, 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)

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