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SUMMARY:Toddlers/Pre-K: Dinosaur Sticker Craft
DESCRIPTION:The toddlers will use stickers to create their own dinosaur.
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Blood Services Blood Drive at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a blood drive hosted by Mississippi Blood Services on Tuesday\, June 23\, 2026\, from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM in the library’s west parking lot. \nThe Mississippi Blood Services bloodmobile will be on site accepting donations\, and Fizz & Sips will be set up nearby. \nEvery donation has the potential to help patients across Mississippi who rely on lifesaving blood products. Eligible donors will receive a $10 Visa gift card from Mississippi Blood Services as a thank-you for donating. \nAppointments are encouraged. Use Blood Drive Code: 4540 or scan the QR code on the event flyer to schedule your donation. \nThank you for helping support this lifesaving community effort. We hope to see you there! ❤️🩸
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SUMMARY:From Mississippi to the Marvel Universe: John Jennings at the Library
DESCRIPTION:The Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library is proud to collaborate with Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) to welcome award-winning artist\, author\, illustrator\, and scholar John Jennings on Tuesday\, June 23\, at 1:00 PM.\nKnown for his groundbreaking work in comics\, graphic novels\, Afrofuturism\, and speculative fiction\, Jennings has collaborated with major publishers including Marvel Comics and is the creator of numerous acclaimed works exploring history\, folklore\, culture\, and imagination.\nHis visit coincides with The MAX’s new exhibition\, John Jennings: Build Your World\, which showcases original artwork and stories inspired by Mississippi’s landscapes\, traditions\, and history. During this special presentation\, Jennings will discuss creativity\, world-building\, storytelling\, comics\, and the ways artists transform ideas into immersive experiences.\nStudents in 4th grade through college age are invited to join us for this unique opportunity to meet one of today’s leading graphic storytellers and learn how imagination can help shape the future.\nAdmission is free. No registration required.
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SUMMARY:All Ages: Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Think ahead. Make your move. Unearth your strategy this summer at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library! \nJoin us for Chess Club every Tuesday during June and July from 2:30 PM–4:30 PM as part of our Summer Reading 2026 theme: Unearth a Story. \nWhether you’re brand new to chess or already a skilled strategist\, players of all experience levels are welcome. Come learn the basics\, sharpen your skills\, challenge friends\, and enjoy an afternoon of prehistoric-themed fun and friendly competition at the library.
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SUMMARY:Live in Concert: Rupert Wates at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library for an afternoon of live acoustic music with award-winning singer-songwriter Rupert Wates. \nKnown for thoughtful lyrics\, engaging storytelling\, and talented guitar playing\, Rupert blends folk-inspired music with touches of jazz and classical influence to create a warm and memorable concert experience. \nTuesday\, June 23\, 2026\n3:00 PM\n2517 7th Street\, Meridian\, MS 39301 \nFREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC \nBring a friend and enjoy an afternoon of live music at the library!
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