Memorial Day

All locations will be closed Monday, May 29th, in observance of Memorial Day.

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MASH: Meridian After School Hangout

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Do an Activity, Find Support
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.  Important: When the COVID-19 community risk level in A...

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.

QSA

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Patio
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Find Support, Join a Club or Group
Event Details:
Welcome to our Queer-Straight Alliance (QSA)! If you're 13-18 years old and you're a part of, an ally of, or curious about the LGBT+ community, you're invited! We meet every Tuesday at 3:30pm.  ...

SCORE Treasure Valley

9:00am - 12:00pm
unBound
Library Branch: unBound
Room: unBound Meet
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Find Support, Learn About It, Meeting
Event Details:
Your SCORE Treasure Valley mentors will be at unBound every Wednesday this Summer! They are here for all your entrepreneurial and business help. Find out more about SCORE here.      ...

MASH: Meridian After School Hangout

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Do an Activity, Find Support
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.  Important: When the COVID-19 community risk level in A...

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.

Writer's Bloc presents: The Untangling Workshop Series

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
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
Event Details:
Join us for a special Writer's Bloc workshop series with local author, Rebecca Evans. What must you untangle to become whole? Trauma writing (poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction) – whether personal, cultural, or collective – can be more th...

Baby Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Silverstone
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. ...

Roaming Readers Walking Club

10:30am - 11:30am
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Lobby
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity, Get Involved, Join a Club or Group, Move Your Body
Event Details:
Meet us in front of the library at 10:30 AM every 1st and 3rd Thursday; bring appropriate footwear, a water bottle, and anything else you may want or need for a 45-minute walk. We'll explore the nearby neighborhoods and discuss our latest and favorit...

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.

Needles, Hooks, and Books

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
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. No formal instruction will be provided but there will be many willing minds and h...

MASH: Meridian After School Hangout

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Do an Activity, Find Support
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.  Important: When the COVID-19 community risk level in A...

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party

4:30pm - 7:30pm
Community
Library Branch: Community
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5), School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Event Details:
Help us kick off Summer Reading with an outdoor celebration! Stop by more than 30 activity booths, learn about community resources, and grab dinner from a food truck. We are excited to join "All Together Now" (this year's summer reading theme...

Disclaimer(s)

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

CANCELLED - Small Business Administration Office Hours

9:00am - 12:00pm
unBound
Library Branch: unBound
Room: unBound Meet
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Find Support, Learn About It, Meeting
Event Details:
The Small Business Administration has more locations to serve Idahoans in your area on a consistent weekly schedule.  Walk-in Services to get the resources you need to plan, fund, launch, manage, or grow your small business. You can also be c...

Idaho Department of Labor Office Hours

10:00am - 1:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: 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! Walk-in Services: Search our job listings using IdahoWorks, learn...

Marvelous Meridian Playdate at Tiny

10:00am - 12:00pm
Tiny Library
Library Branch: Tiny Library
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Do an Activity, Move Your Body, Read, Write, Talk
Event Details:
Join us for a fun time with early literacy and play! Explore activity stations for ages 0-5.  You can drop by any time between 10 a.m. and noon. No need to sign up.  ...

Social Saturdays: Puzzles

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Magazine Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity, Get Involved, Join a Club or Group
Event Details:
Join us for a social hour of crafts, board games, puzzles, movies, coloring, trivia and more! ...

Storytime and Art

10:30am - 11:30am
Silverstone
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. ...

Meridian Knights Chess Club

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
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. New students always ...

Idaho Department of Labor Office Hours

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: 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! Walk-in Services: Search our job listings using IdahoWorks, learn...

Brick Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Do an Activity
Event Details:
Build something from your imagination or try the theme! This is a casual free build program. We have the Legos and space; you have the fun!   When the COVID-19 community risk level in Ada County is High as defined by the CDC...

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.

ASL Conversation Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
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. ...

Storytime with Ms. Gabby

10:00am - 10:30am
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Read, Write, Talk, Storytime
Event Details:
Join Ms. Gabby for preschool storytime with books and songs and more! Storytime is geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all 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.

Practical Strategies to Improve Brain Health

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Find Support, Learn About It
Event Details:
Participants will learn how to improve their brain health and dramatically decrease their risk of Alzheimer’s Disease and other types of cognitive decline. We will explore the groundbreaking work of several doctors that have progressed our understand...

QSA

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Find Support, Join a Club or Group
Event Details:
Welcome to our Queer-Straight Alliance (QSA)! If you're 13-18 years old and you're a part of, an ally of, or curious about the LGBT+ community, you're invited! We meet every Tuesday at 3:30pm.  ...

Intro to Laser Engraving

6:00pm - 7:00pm
unBound
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Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Registration Required
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Event Details:
For adults interested in learning the basics of laser engraving! See our laser engraver in action and learn what you'll need to do to be able to reserve the laser engraver for your projects. Registration required. ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

SCORE Treasure Valley

9:00am - 12:00pm
unBound
Library Branch: unBound
Room: unBound Meet
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Find Support, Learn About It, Meeting
Event Details:
Your SCORE Treasure Valley mentors will be at unBound every Wednesday this Summer! They are here for all your entrepreneurial and business help. Find out more about SCORE here.      ...