Orchard Park

Exterior view of the south side of Meridian Library Districts newest branch, Orchard Park.

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: 
1268 W. Orchard Park Dr.
Meridian, ID 83646

Orchard Park Manager

Kristi Haman

208-888-4451, ext. 1520

khaman@mld.org

Upcoming Events

Early Learning Playtime

10:30am - 11:30am
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Attend an Event
Event Details:
Join other little ones and their caregivers for exploratory play and socializing at this casual, drop-in program. Use the sensory table, try out early coding toys like Cubetto, and practice early literacy skills with other young learners! Early Learn...

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Brick Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Do an Activity
Event Details:
Build something from your imagination! This is a casual free build program. We have the Legos and space; you have the fun! ...

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.

Senior Planet: Getting Started with Facebook (Workshop)

12:00pm - 1:15pm
Orchard Park
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
During this hands-on workshop, you will sign up for Facebook and begin building your profile. You'll also learn how to find friends and will get a brief introduction to Facebook's privacy settings. If you're ready to join Facebook, then this workshop...

Music Adventures with Paige Moore

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Move Your Body, Read, Write, Talk, Storytime
Event Details:
*By popular demand, a SECOND Nutcracker program will be held at 10 am on Thursday, December 21!   Enter the world of Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker," and adventure with Clara through the fairy tale story. Conquer the Mouse King, travel...

Disclaimer(s)

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 (Not) On the Same Page Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Orchard Park
Cancelled
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Join a Club or Group, Read, Write, Talk
Event Details:
Join us for a new monthly book club (Not) On the Same Page where, you guessed it, we don't read the same book! Meet once a month to discuss what we're reading, what we like, what we don't like, and what we want to read. Everyone ove...

Early Learning Playtime

10:30am - 11:30am
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Attend an Event
Event Details:
Join other little ones and their caregivers for exploratory play and socializing at this casual, drop-in program. Use the sensory table, try out early coding toys like Cubetto, and practice early literacy skills with other young learners! Early Learn...

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Supported by the Meridian Library Foundation

More about our capital projects

Have project questions? Reach out to us

The Meridian Library District will be a long-term tenant in a 15,000-square-foot library space within the Orchard Park commercial development. The lease was approved June 15, 2020. The library's plans for the building interior were completed and we collected public input on the library design via online survey and forums in summer 2020. 

The overall project schedule for the Orchard Park development was delayed. The COVID-19 pandemic affected some of the developers’ review and permitting timelines, slowed access to materials, and impacted labor. The developers also adjusted plans for the Orchard Park plaza, which includes retail and outdoor space in addition to the library branch.

Construction began in summer 2021, and the Orchard Park developers completed the library exterior in late August 2022. The Meridian Library District's tenant improvements began in late March 2022. 

The Orchard Park branch opened on May 1, 2023 at Linder Road and Chinden Boulevard. Our newest branch will bring literary resources and support to residents in a fast-growing and currently underserved area of Meridian. Every space in the branch is designed with accessibility in mind.

Features of the new Orchard Park library will include: 

  • A drive-up book return. 

  • A 24-hour access point for requested library materials. When patrons place items on hold through the library catalog, they will be able to pick them up at their convenience. 

  • A sensory room with gentle lighting and tactile installations to support sensory processing needs. The space will include a window looking into the adjacent program room, allowing individuals who need a break from a group environment to continue watching storytimes and other events. 

  • An interactive early learning space designed to support young children as they learn through play. 

  • An adaptable learning lab to support literacy and STEAM education for all ages.