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Events Calendar
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CLOSED Independence Day
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Branch: Cherry Lane, unBound, Silverstone, Outreach, Tiny Library
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Fit & Fall Proof
9:30am - 10:15am
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Seniors
Description
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.
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Terry Reilly Grief and Loss Support Group
9:00am - 11:00am
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Description
Join us for a therapeutic support group for individuals experiencing significant loss in their lives....
Preschool Storytime
9:30am - 10:00am
Tiny Library
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Bring your 2-5 year old for a morning of stories, songs, dancing, and playing.
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Baby Storytime
9:30am - 10:30am
Tiny Library
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 10:00-10:30 after the storytime to play and make connections with other guardians. Recommended for ages 0-1 year olds....
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Storytime: Toddlers, Time for Twos
10:00am - 10:30am
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Description
This storytime features interactive songs, rhymes, and activities designed for toddlers and their grown ups to participate in together. Then families can enjoy some stay-and-play time from 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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Silly Song and Dance
10:30am - 11:00am
Silverstone
Silverstone
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Move Your Body, Storytime,
Description
Join us for a high-energy music and movement program. All ages welcome.
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Fit & Fall Proof
10:45am - 11:30am
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Seniors
Description
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¡Mucho Gusto! - Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Silverstone
Silverstone
Description
Join us for stories, songs and fun activities in Spanish and English. Speakers of either language welcome.
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Tales to Tails: Storytime Edition
10:30am - 11:30am
Silverstone
Silverstone1
Description
Join us for a special edition of Miss Nicole's storytime with special guest, Nolan the Therapy Dog! We'll have a great storytime with Nolan and his human, Geri. Every child will receive a free book to encourage their future read-aloud skills.
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Book Club: Morning
10:30am - 11:30am
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors,
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Meet a great group of friends to catch up and talk about this month's book. Please ask Staff for selections.
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Storytime: 3-4 years, Curious Cubs
10:00am - 10:30am
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
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 and Dance
10:30am - 11:00am
Silverstone
Silverstone
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Move Your Body, Storytime,
Description
Join us for a high-energy music and movement program. All ages welcome.
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Storytime: Wondertime
10:30am - 11:15am
Silverstone
Silverstone
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Description
Join us for a weekly program of stories, puppets, music, and movement. Best for ages 3-5 though all ages are welcome!
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Storytime: Babies, Baby Bugs
11:30am - 12:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Description
Bring your babies to dance to songs, listen to books, and explore new concepts during an engaging playtime. Please stay from 12-12:30 pm after the storytime to play and make connections with other guardians. Siblings are welcome!
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Tai Chi and Qigong
11:30am - 12:30pm
Cherry Lane
Age Group: Adults, Seniors,
Description
Join certified instructor Gerry Klassen in learning Tai Chi and Qigong. Appropriate for attendees of all fitness levels, tai chi and qigong utilize slow, fluid movements and breathing techniques. Free and open to the public.
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Spanish-English Storytime with Laura Chico
11:30am - 12:00pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Bring the whole family to explore Hispanic culture through a fun-filled morning with games, crafts, stories, and food. All ages welcome.
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Teen Book Club: Lunch Bunch Edition
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
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Bookmobile stop at Tully Park
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Come and visit the Bookmobile at Picnic in the Park! Each week, Wednesday-Friday, join us for fun crafts or activites. While there, children ages 0-18 can have a free lunch.
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Bookmobile stop at Chateau Park
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Outreach
Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
Come and visit the Bookmobile at Picnic in the Park! Each week, Wednesday-Friday, join us for fun crafts or activites. While there, children ages 0-18 can have a free lunch.
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Home School Family Chess Club Advanced
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults,
Description
Join this smaller session of our popular Homeschool Chess Club for advanced students. Play for fun or learn how to participate in tournament chess as part of Meridian's prize-winning Meridian Knights chess team.
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Terry Reilly Healthy Connections Group
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Description
Join us for a therapeutic group where you will learn how to maintain healthy connections in your life. ...
[CANCELLED] Bookmobile stop at Willow Creek Elementary
1:30pm - 2:30pm
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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Tales to Tails with Nolan
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Silverstone
Silverstone1
Description
Practice your read-aloud skills with our certified Therapy Dog, Nolan! Therapy dogs provide a low stress and comfortable reading environment for kids to help improve reading fluency and comprehension.
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Teen Sunday Movie Matinee
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
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LABrary
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Silverstone
Silverstone
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Each week we'll feature different STEM activities for kids, tweens and teens.
This Week's Theme:
Make Your Own Solar System Necklace with Mr. Travis
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Teen Space VR
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
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Try out virtual reality gaming with the PS VR.
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Stumble Upon Steam
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tiny Library
Description
Come and go as you please with passive STEAM activities. No one is too young for this sensory experience!
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The in-beTween
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Tween Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
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 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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Teen Board Game Club
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Description
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Play an old favorite or learn a new game from our board game collection.
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The in-beTween
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Tween Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
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....
Tech Expo
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Each week we will have a variety of different technology for you to learn and experiement with. Robots, VR, Games, Computers and more. Self-guided resources are available, and fun little activities might pop up during the program.
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Bookmobile stop at Paramount 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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Teen Craft
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Description
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Create a new art or craft project every week in the teen space.
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The in-beTween
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Tween Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
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....
Afternoon 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 - 4:30pm
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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Cartoons and Coloring for Teens
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane
Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
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Friday afternoons are perfect for relaxing with cartoons and crayons!
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The in-beTween
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Tween Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
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....
Friday Sci-day
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Description
Are you between the ages of 9 -12? Do you like science? Do you want to create something cool with your hands? Come to the Friday Sci-day lab to explore STEM concepts through hands-on activities....
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LEGO Club: Silverstone
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Silverstone
Silverstone
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group,
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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Tween Advisory Council
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk
Description
A group of enthusiastic tweens who are devoted to making a difference in the library....
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Queer-Straight Alliance
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Description
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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. ...
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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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Chess Tournament
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cherry Lane
Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors,
Description
Compete in a United States Chess Federation tournament if you are a member, or play a pick-up game if you are a nonmember. All are welcome.
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Writers Bloc
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults,
Description
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Treasure Valley Artists Alliance Reception
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cherry Lane
Magazine Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors,
Description
Reception for Treasure Valley Artist's Alliance Summer Show.
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ASL Practice Group
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cherry Lane
Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Age Group: Adults
Description
Connect with others who share your love for this beautiful language. Practice signing, build confidence, and achieve fluency by conversing in American Sign Language. All skill levels are welcome.
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Storytime: All ages, Pajama Storytime
7:00pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Children's Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5), School Age (grades K-6),
Program Type: Storytime
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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