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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.

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...

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.

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...

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! ...

Meridian Knights Chess Club

12:30pm - 2:30pm
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.  ...

Baby Time 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: Find Support, Read, Write, Talk, Storytime
Event Details:
This program is ideal for ages 6-24 months, although younger and older siblings are welcome! Join Ms. Gabby for lap songs, fingerplays, and beginning stories with your little one. Stay for a little while after the program to get to know other caregiv...

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.

Summer Movies at the Library!

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5), School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Attend an Event
Event Details:
This year's Summer Reading theme is All Together Now! Join us for related movies and snacks on Wednesday afternoons at our Cherry Lane library. All ages welcome! The movies we will be showing are: June 7 -- Toy Story 2 (G) June 14 ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Writer's Bloc: Writing Prompts

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:
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. We have a weekly rotation of topics each month: Week 1: Guid...

CHAIR BARRE: A beginners movement class

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Cherry Lane
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Do an Activity, Move Your Body
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Come learn simple combinations that include modern barre techniques, chair stretches, and fun dance steps. You will leave feeling happy and relaxed! This is a 90-minute basic movement class that focuses on stretch and strengthening. A ...

Wackadoo! A Morning with Bluey

10:30am - 11:30am
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Attend an Event
Event Details:
G'day mates! You love Bluey. You know it; we know it. That's why we are giving you . . . A Morning with Bluey! (For real life!) Come to the Cherry Lane Branch for activities, crafts, and snacks inspired by your favorite blue heeler family. ...

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.

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...

LABrary

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
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.

Pajama Storytime

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
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, Storytime
Event Details:
Put on your pajamas and fuzzy slippers and join us for a fun story time with books and songs! All ages welcome! Important: When the COVID-19 community risk level in Ada County is High as defined by the CDC, this program will be c...

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.

Spanish English Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Cherry Lane
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.

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...