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Events Calendar
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Storytime: Babies
9:30am - 10:15am
Silverstone
Silverstone1
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Baby & Me focuses on developing your baby's pre-literacy, fine motor, and social skills through stories, movement, and play. Older siblings are welcome.
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Bookmobile stop at Ten Mile Christian Church
10:00am - 11:45am
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
Star Wars Escape Room
10:00am - 5:00pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults,
Description
Are you one with the force? Solve a series of puzzles and challenges to discover your true calling. Can you retrieve the vital codes and find the plans in time? Will it be the dark or the light?...
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Storytime: Toddlers, Time for Twos
10:00am - 10:30am
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
This storytime features interactive songs, rhymes, and activities designed for toddlers and their grown ups to participate in together. Families can stay after the program for some shared play time.
Recommended for ages 2-3yrs.
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Silly Song & Dance
10:30am - 11:00am
Silverstone
Silverstone
Description
Join Ms. Nicole for a high energy music and movement program. All ages welcome.
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Budding Artists
10:00am - 11:00am
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Description
Children of all ages explore various artistic mediums, develop their artistic side, and tap their creative resources, all while enjoying a positive and safe learning environment with other children of varying ages and abilities....
Storytime: All Ages
10:30am - 11:00am
Silverstone
Silverstone
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Join Ms. Nicole for stories, songs, and activities that promote the 5 best practices- talking, singing, reading, writing & playing- to develop language and pre-reading skills.
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Coffee and Cards
10:00am - 12:00pm
Cherry Lane
Magazine Area
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
Come in and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate or coffee while playing a variety of fun card games!
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Storytime: 3-4 years, Curious Cubs
10:00am - 10:30am
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Three- and four-year-old Curious Cubs develop social and communication skills as they enjoy dancing, singing, laughing, and learning with great stories and music in a group of their peers.
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Silly Song & Dance
10:30am - 11:00am
Silverstone
Silverstone
Description
Join Ms. Nicole for a high energy music and movement program. All ages welcome.
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Storytime: Preschool, Storytime Stay & Play
10:00am - 11:00am
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Storytime, 10:00-10:30
Stay & Play, 10:30-11:00...
Storytime: Preschool, Story and Craft
10:30am - 11:00am
Silverstone
Silverstone
Description
Practice your listening and fine motor skills and get a little creative with Ms. Azzia.
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Tales to Tails with Sammie
10:30am - 11:30am
Cherry Lane
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Practice your read-aloud skills with our sweet certified Therapy Dog, Sammie!
Therapy dogs provide a low stress and comfortable reading environment for kids to help improve reading fluency and comprehension.
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Storytime: Preschool, Wondertime!
10:30am - 11:30am
Silverstone
Silverstone
Description
Join Mr. Travis and Chester the Chimpanzee for a weekly program of stories, puppets, pre-math and STEM skills, music and movement. All ages welcome though program designed for preschoolers ages 3-5.
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Bookmobile stop at Ten Mile Christian Church Preschool
10:30am - 11:30am
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
Book Club: Inspiration
10:30am - 11:30am
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Adults, Seniors,
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Looking for a clean, inspirational book to read? We encourage you to check out what the Inspirational Book Club is reading!...
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Ingram GRIDS Meeting
11:00am - 11:30am
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Storytime: Babies, Baby Bugs
11:30am - 12:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Bring your baby to dance to songs, listen to books, and explore new concepts during an engaging playtime. Please stay from 12-12:30 after the storytime to play and make connects with other guardians. ...
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Storytime: Toddlers, Onesies
11:30am - 12:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Bring your 1-2 year olds to listen to books, dance to songs, and explore new concepts during an engaging playtime.
Please stay from 12-12:30pm after the storytime to play and make connects with other guardians. ...
Bookmobile stop at Chaparral Elementary
11:30am - 12:15pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
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ASL for Children
11:00am - 11:45am
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Come and learn American sign language through music, dancing, and other engaging activities.
Recommended for ages 0-5 years.
Come and sign with us every Thursday!
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Bookmobile Stop at Compass Charter School - Tech Ln
11:30am - 12:30pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
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Storytime: All ages, Spanish/English Storytime with Laura Chico
11:30am - 12:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Bring the whole family to explore Hispanic culture through a fun-filled eveing with games, crafts, stories, and food. All ages welcome to join us.
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Bookmobile stop at Compass Charter School - Cherry Lane
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
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Needles, Hooks, and Books
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Adults, Seniors,
Description
Drop in and bring a project and knit or crochet with new and old friends no matter what your skill level.
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Music & Movement Storytime
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
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Teen Sunday Movie Matinee
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Teens 13-18 years, are invited to join us in the teen space each Sunday for a movie matinee!...
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Storytime: Preschool, Storytime Stay & Play
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk, Book Clubs,
Description
With a focus on preparing 4-6 year olds for Kindergarten, this storytime will help children develop foundations for pre-reading and math skills while building confidence and independence....
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Rascal's Puppy Coders
2:00pm - 3:00pm
unBound
Registration Required
Description
We've switched locations! Puppy Coders programs will now take place at unBound in Downtown Meridian!
Join us each week as we learn different computer science skills like creativity, teamwork, and problem solving....
Homeschool LABrary: Art History
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Silverstone
Silverstone
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Join us each week as we dive into the history of art and explore different artists, mediums, and our own artistic abilities.
No sign-ups required, everyone is welcome.
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Bookmobile Stop at Kohl's
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
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After School Teen Space
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Join us every day after school for games, crafts, and activities! Monday's featured activity is virtual reality gaming. Play VR games on the PS4!
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The in-beTween
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Tween Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Welcome to the in-beTween! During the in-beTween, we transform the Children's Conference Room into a safe, comfortable space for kids ages 9-12 to hang out after school....
Bookmobile stop at Barbara Morgan STEM Academy
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
Tween Craft
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Calling all crafters ages 9-12! Join us on Monday afternoons in the in-beTween to craft and create.
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After School Teen Space
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Join us every day after school for games, crafts, and activities! Tuesday's featured activity is coloring, drawing, and 2D art. We provide the coloring pages!
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The in-beTween
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Tween Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Welcome to the in-beTween! During the in-beTween, we transform the Children's Conference Room into a safe, comfortable space for kids ages 9-12 to hang out after school....
Tween Virtual Reality
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Try you hand at downhill luging, mysterious underwater exploration, fun party games with friends, and more. Using the power of the PSVR, transport yourself into the future of technology and learn all about the possibilities.
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Bookmobile Stop at Hunter Elementary
3:45pm - 4:45pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
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After School Teen Space
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Join us every day after school for games, crafts, and activities! Wednesday's featured activity is crafting. Create something to take home with you!
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The in-beTween
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Tween Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Welcome to the in-beTween! During the in-beTween, we transform the Children's Conference Room into a safe, comfortable space for kids ages 9-12 to hang out after school....
After-School Board Games
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Calling all board-gamers ages 9-12! Join us on Wednesday afternoons in the in-beTween to compete and strategize. Challenge our tween staff to a duel!
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Bookmobile Stop at Prospect Elementary
3:45pm - 4:45pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
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After School Teen Space
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Join us every day after school for games, crafts, and activities! Thursday's featured activity is board gaming. Learn a new game with MLD staff!
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The in-beTween
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Tween Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Welcome to the in-beTween! During the in-beTween, we transform the Children's Conference Room into a safe, comfortable space for kids ages 9-12 to hang out after school....
Tweens Cook!
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Join us in the in-beTween as we make food from our favorite books! From Pumpkin Juice to C-3PO pancakes, its sure to be a treat!
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Homework Help
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Grades 6-8, need some assistance with your homework? Drop in and have teachers help you with any subject you are working on.
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Bookmobile Stop at Willow Creek Elementary
3:45pm - 4:30pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
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After School Teen Space
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Join us every day after school for games, crafts, and activities! Friday's featured activity is watching cartoons!
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The in-beTween
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Tween Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Welcome to the in-beTween! During the in-beTween, we transform the Children's Conference Room into a safe, comfortable space for kids ages 9-12 to hang out after school....
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LEGO Club: Silverstone
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Silverstone
Silverstone
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Come build your own creations in a fun group environment, LEGOs are provided. Children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Graphic Novel Book Club
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Mars began as a place of boundless hopes and dreams, a planet to replace an Earth sinking into waste and war.It became a canvas for mankind's follies and darkest desires....
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Tales to Tails with Zoe
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Silverstone
Silverstone
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Tales to Tails encourages early literacy and reading confidence by having children read to trained therapy dogs in the library. Zoe is a friendly giant and eager to hear your favorite stories.
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Mighty Girl Coders (13-18)
4:30pm - 6:00pm
unBound
Business Nook
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description
Calling all coders, ages 13+! You helped us build a website - now let’s build a video game! Join us for an 11-week class where you will learn about coding and develop computational thinking skills. No previous coding experience is necessary....
Mighty Girl Coders (8-12)
4:30pm - 6:00pm
unBound
Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description
Calling all coders, ages 8-13! You helped us build a website - now let’s program robots! Join us for an 11-week class where you will learn about coding and develop computational thinking skills. No previous coding experience is necessary....
Small Business Workshops with the SBA at Cherry Lane Branch
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Description
The Small Business Administration will be leading workshops geared towards helping small businesses grow and succeed.
Topics vary monthly;
March: Are You a Farmers Market Vendor? Let’s Get You Ready for the Upcoming Season...
CANCELLED - Budding Wordsmiths
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Silverstone
Silverstone1
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Are you an aspiring young writer? Do you often daydream about fantasy lands or have conversations in your head with imaginary people? If so, our group of writers welcomes you!...
Tales to Tails with Frodo
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Library
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Practice your read-aloud skills with our sweet certified Therapy Dog, Frodo!
Therapy dogs provide a low stress and comfortable reading environment for kids to help improve reading fluency and comprehension.
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Pokemon
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Battle, trade, collect, compete. We will be learning new skills, building strategic decks, and having endless fun. Feel free to join us!
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Bookmobile Stop at Paramount Elementary
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
Tales to Tails with Blaze
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Practice your read-aloud skills with our sweet certified Therapy Dog, Blaze!
Therapy dogs provide a low stress and comfortable reading environment for kids to help improve reading fluency and comprehension.
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Bookmobile stop at Meridian Park Apartments
5:15pm - 6:15pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
Family Movie Mania
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Description
Join us to watch a family friendly movie with a fun craft and yummy snack to go with it! Crafts will start at 5:30pm and the movie will begin at 6:00pm.
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Bookmobile Stop at Foothills Apartments
5:15pm - 6:15pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
We are committed to connecting you to the library wherever you are.
The bookmobile provides library services and events at locations throughout Meridian 7 days a week. ...
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Treasure Valley Hospice
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
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Poetry Slam!
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Outreach
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Join the Meridian Library District for a poetry slam! Come share your own or listen to many other talented poets. Diane Raptosh, Idaho's poet laureate, will also be sharing her works to kick off this event!...
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Writer's Bloc presents Amanda Bonilla
6:00pm - 7:00pm
unBound
Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
Amanda Bonilla is an Urban Fantasy author with two series under her belt: the Shaede Assassin series and the Sentry of Evil series....
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Meridian Codes: Sports
6:15pm - 7:45pm
unBound
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description
Calling all Coders, ages 9-18! If you enjoy watching sports, there's a new a club for you. Join Google CS First Sports to learn how computers work in the sporting world....
English Conversation Club
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
Are you an English language learner looking for a place welcoming, fun, non-judgemental space to practice your English? Come talk with us at the English Conversation Club.
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Mystery Book Club
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors,
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Read and discuss mystery books with our local group of whodunnit afficionados.
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Book Club: Forever Young
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Outreach
Outreach
Age Group: Adults, Seniors,
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Who says young adult books are for teens only? ...
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Storytime: All ages, Pajama Storytime
7:00pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Put on your pajamas and fuzzy slippers and head to the library for a lively, fun-filled evening of stories, songs, and adventures!
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Meet a Service Dog
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
Did you know, that service dogs are one of the most dedicated group of workers in the in world? When on-duty, they cannot make new friends by being pet because they are a 100% focused on serving their handlers....
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Board of Trustees Meeting
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
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Music Adventures with Paige Moore: Peter and the Wolf
7:00pm - 7:45pm
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Adults
Description
Paige Moore presents fun and engaging music and movement programs for children 0-12 years old. Children participate in hands-on music experiences that encourage the most growth, the most learning, and the most fun!...
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