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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.

CNC Workshop

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:

This workshop is for those who have taken one of our basics courses, or have had training on our CNC machine and have a design ready to mill on our machine! Hands-on activities will allow you to put your learning into practice.

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.

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?

Coming Home: Women's Reentry Networking Lunch

12:00pm - 1:15pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Attend an Event, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It
Event Details:

Women returning from incarceration often have few, if any, resources to help them reintegrate into the community, establish homes, find employment, and to successfully reunite with their children.

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.

Teenpreneur- Business Startup

6:00pm - 7:00pm
unBound
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It
Event Details:

Are you a teen with big dreams and innovative ideas?

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.

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.

Memory Café

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program 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. 

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

10:00am - 3:00pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Marketplace
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Get Involved, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Event Details:

Stock up on new books and support your local library! Friends members earn two free books at each sale. Open to the public.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.

Healing Centered Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Event Details:

Through a group discussion of The War for Kindness: Building Empathy in a Fractured World by Jamil Zaki, explore how to build empathy and strengthen community.

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?

Lawyers in the Library

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Find Support, Learn About It
Event Details:

In partnership with Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program, get free general legal advice and council on topics including family law, landlord/tenant issues, and other civil issues.

Cosplay Academy

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's 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.

Writer's Bloc presents: Safe Handling

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:

Safe Handling – Unpacking Our Stories One Piece of Baggage at a Time

CLOSED Labor Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Cherry Lane, Orchard Park, Silverstone, unBound, Community, Tiny Library, Digital

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.

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.

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.

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

All Day
Silverstone
Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone1
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.