Holiday Closures

All locations will be closed Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25. Happy Holidays! Regular hours resume on Thursday, December 26th.

We are always open 24/7 online! Browse eBook and audiobook titles on Libby. Find streaming movies, classic cinema, and educational videos that inspire on Kanopy. Check out our Kanopy Kids collection to find Sesame Street, read-along books, animated shorts, and more!

SCORE Treasure Valley Business Mentoring

9:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
unBound
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Library Branch: unBound
Room: unBound Meet
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Find Support, Meeting
Event Details:

Are you looking for guidance and advice from successful entrepreneurs and business owners? SCORE Treasure Valley offers just that! Their business mentors are eager to share their knowledge and expertise with you.

Silly Song and Dance

9:30am - 10:00am
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Silverstone
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Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime focused on music, singing, and dancing! Ideal for ages 2-5.

Baby Time

10:00am - 10:30am
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Cherry Lane
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Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Event Details:

This program is ideal for ages 6-24 months, although younger and older siblings are welcome! Join Ms. Gabby for lap songs, fingerplays, and beginning stories with your little one.

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.

Silly Song and Dance

10:30am - 11:30am
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Silverstone
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Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime focused on music, singing, and dancing! Ideal for ages 2-5.

Storytime and Art

10:30am - 11:30am
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Orchard Park
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Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Storytime
Event Details:

Our storytime is designed to encourage a love for reading and learning. Each session will feature a couple of books. After the story, children will have the opportunity to create a craft project related to the story they just heard.

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.

Kindergarten All-Stars

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Orchard Park
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sign up for a session of Kindergarten readiness classes! Bring your 4- to 5-year-old to learn classroom skills, make friends, and become a real Kindergarten All-Star.

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.

Enrichment Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Orchard Park
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Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Event Details:

Embark on a journey of joy and discovery! Dive into engaging learning experiences and lively social gatherings tailored for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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.

Women and Children's Alliance

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Cherry Lane
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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.

HOPE 101

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Cherry Lane
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Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Build Your Skills
Event Details:

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month.

MASH: Meridian After School Hangout

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (grades 7-12)
Cherry Lane
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Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Event Details:

Students in grades 6th up to 12th are invited to join library staff after school to eat a snack, use Wi-Fi on your device, play games and socialize with friends. 

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 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.

Teen Sewing

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens (grades 7-12)
Cherry Lane
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Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Event Details:

Come learn the basics in hand and machine sewing! Every month we will be exploring a new skill in the world of sewing and needle craft. You'll learn how to work with buttons, zippers, and the dreaded stretchy fabric.

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.

Exploration Lab

3:30pm - 5:00pm
School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Orchard Park
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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.

Book Donation Drive (Cherry Lane Location Only)

4:00pm - 8:00pm
All Ages/Families
Cherry Lane
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Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Patio
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Get Involved
Event Details:

Do you have books sitting on your shelves you've been needing to donate? Now's your chance! Bring new and good condition books to donate to the Friends of the Meridian Library. We accept books for all ages.

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.

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

Nintendo Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Silverstone
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Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Event Details:

Embark on a Nintendo adventure at Meridian Silverstone Library! Join us every Wednesday at 4:30pm for a gaming extravaganza featuring Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and Mario Party.

Singing & Stepping Storytellers

5:00pm - 6:00pm
School Age (grades K-6)
Orchard Park
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Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Move Your Body, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Event Details:

Every song is a story and we will bring the story to life by singing, dancing, and acting it out. We’ll explore emotions, voices, and ways to move our bodies as our unique storytelling instrument.

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.

Google Business Profile with SBDC

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
unBound
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Find Support, Learn About It
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Meridian Library District at unBound, and the Idaho SBDC are combining forces to bring the power of Google resources to small businesses in Boise!

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.

Writer's Bloc presents: The Untangling Workshop Series

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Cherry Lane
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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:

Join us for a special Writer's Bloc workshop series with local author, Rebecca Evans.

What must you untangle to become whole?