Cherry Lane

Cherry Lane exterior

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: 
1326 W. Cherry Lane
Meridian, ID 83642

Cherry Lane Manager

Mary Flamino

208-888-4451, ext. 1220

mflamino@mld.org

 

 In 1995, the Meridian Library Board of Trustees determined it was time for a bigger library building. The repurposed Interurban Stage station that had been the library's base since 1930 was no longer adequate for the growing community. 

The Board researched population projections and worked with the Idaho State Library. In order to fund a new building, the District needed to pass a bond with a 2/3 majority vote. Residents Betsy Buckley and Pam Wood started a Friends of the Library group to lead this effort. The Friends hosted a carnival to pay for advertising. They printed fliers and organized door-to-door outreach. On November 7, 1995, voters overwhelmingly approved the $3.4 million bond to construct a new library location. 

At the time, the property at 1326 W. Cherry Lane was exactly in the middle of the Meridian Library District, making it an ideal location. Though the property initially wasn’t for sale, owner Anna Koskella agreed to sell because it would be for the library. 

Construction began in May 1996 and took one year to complete. The Cherry Lane library opened to the public in May 1997.

The Cherry Lane location is set to undergo a renovation in 2025. The project will include renovation of both the 27,600-square-foot main library and 1,840-square-foot annex building, along with a parking lot redesign. The project will be supported by a plant facility levy passed by voters in 2019. 

Meridian History

Upcoming Events

Preschool Storytime--Special Centennial Edition

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

Join Ms. Gabby for a special storytime all about the number "100". It's been one hundred years since the idea of the library happened!

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.

Centennial Celebration: Library Founders Anniversary

11:00am - 1:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Magazine Area
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Centennial
Event Details:

Join us at Cherry Lane to celebrate Meridian Library District's 100th anniversary! We are celebrating July 1924, when the Occident Club Library Committee, which founded Meridian Library District, was formed.

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.

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.

Equus Workforce Solutions

12:30pm - 4:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Find Support
Event Details:

Equus Workforce Solutions-Idaho is governed by the Idaho Workforce Development Council and is proud to be the primary WIOA (Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act) program provider for Adults in the entire state.

QSA

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Find Support, Join a Club or Group
Event Details:

Welcome to our Queer-Straight Alliance (QSA)! If you're 13-18 years old and you're a part of, or an ally of, the LGBT+ community, you're invited!

Summer Movies at the Library

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5), School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Attend an Event
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon at the movies! Family friendly movies and snacks showcased around our Summer Reading Theme - Adventure Awaits - will be featured at our Cherry Lane Branch on Tuesday afternoons. All ages 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 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.

FAFSA Help

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Find Support, Learn About It
Event Details:

It's not too late to get FAFSA support and save money for higher education. There will be on-site help in filling out the forms.

 

Snacks will be provided. 

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

D&D is a fantasy role-playing game, allowing players to collaborate as storytellers. No experience necessary, though experienced players are welcome. Pre-generated characters and dice are available to borrow. Come and join the adventure!

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.