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Friends of the Meridian Library Used Book Sale

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Lobby at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Get Involved, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Age Group:
All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Stock up on bargain books at the used book sale! Open to the public. Hosted by the Friends of the Meridian Library District, a non-profit, all-volunteer organization that supports ...

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 at the used book sale! Open to the public. Hosted by the Friends of the Meridian Library District, a non-profit, all-volunteer organization that supports the library. Enjoy budget-friendly pricing:

Disclaimer(s)

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

Silly Song and Dance

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Move Your Body, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Move Your Body, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Event Details:

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

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.

Pokémon Tournament

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Orchard Park Learning Lab at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Age Group:
School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Get ready for an exciting 16-person tournament—registration is required! Each participant will receive a Build and Battle Box to keep, packed with four booster packs and a 40-card ...

Required
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Learning Lab
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Get ready for an exciting 16-person tournament—registration is required! Each participant will receive a Build and Battle Box to keep, packed with four booster packs and a 40-card deck featuring key cards from the set.

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.

Pantry Makeover

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pinnacle Program Room A+B at Pinnacle
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn about healthy eating patterns, how to read food labels, and what to shop for to nourish your body. Participants will also learn how to clean out your pantry and how to level ...

Library Branch: Pinnacle
Room: Pinnacle Program Room A+B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Event Details:

Learn about healthy eating patterns, how to read food labels, and what to shop for to nourish your body.

Adult Craft Club: Snowy Painting with Acrylics

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Dive into the world of creativity with the Adult Craft Club at the library. Join fellow adults in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere to explore various crafting projects. It's a cha...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Dive into the world of creativity with the Adult Craft Club at the library. Join fellow adults in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere to explore various crafting projects. It's a chance to take a break, socialize, and craft something unique.

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.

Middle School Book Club

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pinnacle Teen Space at Pinnacle
Program Type:
Get Involved, Join a Club or Group, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Age Group:
School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Introducing a new book club for our middle schoolers! Our first meeting we will be discussing various books and voting on titles we would like to read in the upcoming year! Through...

Library Branch: Pinnacle
Room: Pinnacle Teen Space
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Get Involved, Join a Club or Group, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Event Details:

Introducing a new book club for our middle schoolers! Our first meeting we will be discussing various books and voting on titles we would like to read in the upcoming year!

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.

Storytime and Art

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Pinnacle Program Room A+B at Pinnacle
Program Type:
Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime followed by an art project.

Library Branch: Pinnacle
Room: Pinnacle Program Room A+B
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime followed by an art project.

Fit and Fall Proof

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Move Your Body
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

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. Please note the ...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Move Your Body
Event Details:

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.

Please note the following:

Disclaimer(s)

  • Exercise classes are a physical practice that requires strength, flexibility, and balance. Please consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new fitness programs. If you have any injuries, health conditions, or other physical limitations, it is important to inform your instructor before participating in an exercise class.
  • The information provided on this website or in any of our exercise classes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professionals with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
  • Exercise, like any physical activity, involves risks and individual results may vary.

Baby Time

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

This program happens every Monday and is ideal for ages 6-24 months, although younger and older siblings are welcome! Join Ms. Natalie for lap songs, fingerplays, and beginning sto...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Event Details:

This program happens every Monday and is ideal for ages 6-24 months, although younger and older siblings are welcome! Join Ms. Natalie 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

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Pinnacle Program Room A+B at Pinnacle
Program Type:
Move Your Body, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for a high-energy storytime focused on music and movement.

Library Branch: Pinnacle
Room: Pinnacle Program Room A+B
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Move Your Body, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a high-energy storytime focused on music and movement.

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.

Fit and Fall Proof

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Move Your Body
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

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. Please note the ...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Move Your Body
Event Details:

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.

Please note the following:

Disclaimer(s)

  • Exercise classes are a physical practice that requires strength, flexibility, and balance. Please consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new fitness programs. If you have any injuries, health conditions, or other physical limitations, it is important to inform your instructor before participating in an exercise class.
  • The information provided on this website or in any of our exercise classes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professionals with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
  • Exercise, like any physical activity, involves risks and individual results may vary.

Sensory Play Space

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 11:30am - 2:30pm
Children's Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Welcome to Sensory Play Space! On the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month, the Children's Program room is converted into a Sensory Play Space for our younger patrons who need a qu...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Event Details:

Welcome to Sensory Play Space!

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.

Automate your Small Business with Zapier

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Flexible Open Space at unBound
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Enjoy some lunch and learn how to use Zapier! This will help small business owners/ business professionals create automated workflows that will save them time on tasks. Patrons ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Learn About It
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Enjoy some lunch and learn how to use Zapier! This will help small business owners/ business professionals create automated workflows that will save them time on tasks.

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.

Idaho Department of Labor Office Hours

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane Small Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Find Support
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
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...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), 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!

MASH: Meridian After School Hangout

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pinnacle Teen Space at Pinnacle
Program Type:
Do an Activity
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Students in grades 6th up to 12th are invited to join library staff after school to eat a snack, play games, and socialize with friends in our teen space.

Library Branch: Pinnacle
Room: Pinnacle Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Do an Activity
Event Details:

Students in grades 6th up to 12th are invited to join library staff after school to eat a snack, play games, and socialize with friends in our teen space.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Meridian After School Hangout (MASH)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

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

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 WiFi 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.

Lego Architecture

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Age Group:
School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Following a set of instructions, build famous architecture landmarks from around the world, and learn about the physics, history, and structure of those buildings.

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Event Details:

Following a set of instructions, build famous architecture landmarks from around the world, and learn about the physics, history, and structure of those buildings.

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

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity
Age Group:
All Ages/Families, School Age (grades K-6)
Event Details:

Build something from your imagination! This is a casual free build program. We have the Legos and space; you have the fun!

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, 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.

ASL Conversation Club

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Join a Club or Group
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12), Adults
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. A...

Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Join a Club or Group
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.

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.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Cherry Lane Large Conference Room at Cherry Lane
Program Type:
Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join Ms. Gabby for preschool storytime where we read, dance, and learn. Once a month we will also have an art project to go along with the stories and songs!Storytime is geare...

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:

Join Ms. Gabby for preschool storytime where we read, dance, and learn. Once a month we will also have an art project to go along with the stories and songs!

Storytime is geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all are welcome. 

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.

Storytime and Art

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Pinnacle Program Room A+B at Pinnacle
Program Type:
Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime followed by an art project. Ideal for ages 2-5.

Library Branch: Pinnacle
Room: Pinnacle Program Room A+B
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime followed by an art project. Ideal for ages 2-5.

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 & Dance

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Orchard Park Program Room at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Move Your Body, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Time to get your wiggle on as we sing, dance, and laugh to fun songs and stories. We will move our bodies and use our voices to discover rhythms, pitch, dynamics, volume, and tempo...

Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Move Your Body, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count, Storytime
Event Details:

Time to get your wiggle on as we sing, dance, and laugh to fun songs and stories. We will move our bodies and use our voices to discover rhythms, pitch, dynamics, volume, and tempo. Join us for a storytime focused on music, singing, and dancing!

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.

Watercolor 101

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Orchard Park Learning Lab at Orchard Park
Program Type:
Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join our Watercolor 101 Class, a program designed for older adults and seniors (50+). Led by Crystal Paulson, an accomplished artist, and co-owner of Little Pallets, this workshop ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Join our Watercolor 101 Class, a program designed for older adults and seniors (50+).

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.

MASH: Meridian After School Hangout

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pinnacle Teen Space at Pinnacle
Program Type:
Do an Activity
Age Group:
Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Students in grades 6th up to 12th are invited to join library staff after school to eat a snack, play games, and socialize with friends in our teen space.

Library Branch: Pinnacle
Room: Pinnacle Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Do an Activity
Event Details:

Students in grades 6th up to 12th are invited to join library staff after school to eat a snack, play games, and socialize with friends in our teen space.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.