Cherry Lane

Cherry Lane exterior

Location & Contact Details

Hours

Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.
Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Contact

Phone: (208) 888 4451

Address: 
1326 W. Cherry Lane
Meridian, ID 83642

Cherry Lane Manager

Kristi Haman

208.888.4451 x1233

khaman@mld.org 

 

 In 1995, the Meridian Library Board of Trustees determined it was time for a bigger library building. The repurposed Interurban Stage station that had been the library's base since 1930 was no longer adequate for the growing community. 

The Board researched population projections and worked with the Idaho State Library. In order to fund a new building, the District needed to pass a bond with a 2/3 majority vote. Residents Betsy Buckley and Pam Wood started a Friends of the Library group to lead this effort. The Friends hosted a carnival to pay for advertising. They printed fliers and organized door-to-door outreach. On November 7, 1995, voters overwhelmingly approved the $3.4 million bond to construct a new library location. 

At the time, the property at 1326 W. Cherry Lane was exactly in the middle of the Meridian Library District, making it an ideal location. Though the property initially wasn’t for sale, owner Anna Koskella agreed to sell because it would be for the library. 

Construction began in May 1996 and took one year to complete. The Cherry Lane library opened to the public in May 1997.

The Cherry Lane location is set to undergo a renovation in 2024. The project will include renovation of both the 27,600-square-foot main library and 1,840-square-foot annex building, along with a parking lot redesign. The project will be supported by a plant facility levy passed by voters in 2019. 

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Teens (grades 7-12)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Writer's Bloc: Free Write

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 typical weekly rotation of topics each month: Week...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Memory Cafe

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Find Support, Learn About It
Event Details:
The Memory Cafe is a FREE program for people with Alzheimer's Disease or other forms of dementia, and their care partner. Join us as we socialize and learn together in a safe and relaxing atmosphere. Light refreshments provided.  To RSVP...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

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...
This event is in the "School Age (grades K-6)" group.

LABrary

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
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. When the COVID-19 community risk level in Ada County is High, as defined by the CDC, this program will be cap...

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.

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K (ages 0-5)" group.

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, Move Your Body, 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.

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Spanish English Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families
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!   When the&nb...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

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...
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K (ages 0-5)" group.

Marvelous Meridian Play Date

10:00am - 12:00pm
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: 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!     ...

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.