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Exploration Lab

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Learning Lab
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Get Involved, Learn About It
Event Details:

The Exploration Lab is a place where you can explore different arts, crafts, science, technology, and other creative topics at your own pace. There are themed explorations kits with simple instructions to help you get started.

Writer's Bloc

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
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, Sing, Play, Count
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.

STEAM Lab

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

Meridian Knights Chess Club

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Conference Room
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.

ASL Conversation Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
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.

Small Business Administration (SBA Open Office Hours

9:30am - 12:00pm
unBound
Library Branch: unBound
Room: unBound Meet
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Find Support, Learn About It
Event Details:

Are you a small business owner seeking personalized guidance, support, and valuable insights to propel your business to new heights?

Pokémon Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, 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:

Collect, trade, battle, watch, and chat all things Pokémon! We'll be playing Pokémon TCG, plus anything else related to Pokémon. Bring your friends, family, rivals, and have fun! Don't have a deck?

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.

Birds of Prey

10:00am - 11:00am
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Learning Lab
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It
Event Details:

Boise's very own World Center for Birds of Prey will be visiting the library with two of their avian ambassadors. Come meet these beautiful birds, learn about raptor biology, and conservation science! 

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.

Women and Children's Alliance

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Find Support, Learn About It
Event Details:

WCA provides safety, healing and freedom from domestic abuse and sexual assault through a range of community and residential services.

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.

Exploration Lab

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Learning Lab
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Get Involved, Learn About It
Event Details:

The Exploration Lab is a place where you can explore different arts, crafts, science, technology, and other creative topics at your own pace. There are themed explorations kits with simple instructions to help you get started.

Beginner 3D

6:00pm - 7:00pm
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Our Beginner 3D design class is intended to provide a comprehensive introduction to the exciting world of 3D design, and 3D printing.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

The Fastest Surest Way To Own A Home in 2024

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It
Event Details:

Are you dreaming of owning your own home? Have you ever asked told yourself “I will never be able to afford to buy a home”?

Writer's Bloc

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
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, Sing, Play, Count
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.

Networking Breakfast

7:30am - 9:00am
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us for a networking breakfast every 2nd Thursday of each month from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at our unBound branch. Share insights, exchange ideas, and forge valuable connections in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Meridian Knights Chess Club

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Conference Room
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.

ASL Conversation Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
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.

Small Business Administration (SBA Open Office Hours

9:30am - 12:00pm
unBound
Library Branch: unBound
Room: unBound Meet
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Find Support, Learn About It
Event Details:

Are you a small business owner seeking personalized guidance, support, and valuable insights to propel your business to new heights?

Digitize Family History

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Event Details:

Do you have old family photos that you want to preserve for future generations? Schedule an appointment with Meridian Library District staff at the Meridian History Center to digitize your old family photos with our large Epson Scanner or pro

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.

Preschool Enrichment Time

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Silverstone
Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Learn About It, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of skill building activities for young brains the second Wednesday of every month. Preschool aged kids can explore a variety of topics and be introduced to new faces in a less structured environment.

Exploration Lab

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Learning Lab
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Get Involved, Learn About It
Event Details:

The Exploration Lab is a place where you can explore different arts, crafts, science, technology, and other creative topics at your own pace. There are themed explorations kits with simple instructions to help you get started.

Writer's Bloc

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
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, Sing, Play, Count
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.

Intro to Laser Engraving

10:00am - 11:00am
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Laser Cutter and Engraver (Small)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This class is for adults interested in learning the basics of laser engraving!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

All-Day Used Book Sale: Friends of the Meridian Library

All Day
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Lobby
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Get Involved, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Event Details:

Stock up on bargain books for our Seasonal All-Day Used Book Sales on Friday Dec 1st and Sat Dec 2nd! Open to the public. Hosted by the Friends of the Meridian Library District, a non-profit, all-volunteer organization that supports the library.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Library.

CNC Basics

2:00pm - 5:00pm
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: CNC Machine
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Step into the world of precision woodworking and digital craftsmanship and explore the possibilities of creating intricate wood objects using Computer Numerical Control (CNC) technology.

Disclaimer(s)

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.