Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

Tumbleweed Yarn Necklaces
2025-08-04 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Help us spread a little joy! We’re making yarn tumbleweed necklaces for the kids at Camp Boggy Creek in Florida — a special camp that brings fun and healing to children with serious illnesses. Stop by, learn this simple craft, and make a few to donate. It’s a fun, hands-on way to give back and make a difference!

Games & Good Company
2025-08-11 11:00 - 12:00
Ease into your day with a laid-back morning of board games, cards, and casual conversation. No pressure, no prizes—just a chance to relax, connect, and enjoy a little friendly fun before the day gets busy.

Doodle & De-Stress
2025-08-18 11:00 - 12:00
Need a little calm in your day? Join us for a relaxing hour of simple doodling and mindful drawing. No art skills required — just come as you are and enjoy a creative break with soothing patterns, soft music, and a stress-free space to unwind. All supplies are provided. Take a moment for yourself — you deserve it.

BINGO
2025-08-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-23 11:00 - 12:00
Start your day with some bingo fun at the library! Join us for a lively morning of bingo games and the chance to win fantastic prizes. To ensure everyone gets a fair shot, there’s a limit of 2 prizes per person. Don’t miss this opportunity for excitement and camaraderie!

Literacy Games
2025-09-08 11:00 - 12:00
Celebrate International Literacy Day with a morning of fun, brainy games! Play Scrabble, solve a group Wordle, and test your word skills with a few surprise challenges. No pressure—just a relaxed time to enjoy words, puzzles, and good company.

Button Art
2025-09-15 11:00 - 12:00
Come learn how to sew a button the easy way! We’ll practice sewing buttons onto canvas so you can master this handy skill while making a fun piece of art. Perfect for beginners and anyone wanting to learn or improve their sewing basics.

Tea, Trivia & Tolkien
2025-09-22 11:00 - 12:00
Celebrate Hobbit Day with a relaxing morning of tea and Tolkien-inspired tabletop games! Enjoy a warm cup of tea while testing your wits with riddles, trivia, and Shire-style challenges. Come ready for cozy vibes, good company, and a touch of adventure—no dragons, just fun.

BINGO
2025-09-29 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a morning of bingo fun at the library! All are welcome, from beginners to seasoned pros. Mark your calendars, bring your lucky charms, and get ready to yell ‘BINGO!’ See you there! (limit: two prizes per person)

DIY Pumpkin Door Hangers -- Cancelled
2025-10-06 11:00 - 12:00
Celebrate fall by creating your own wooden pumpkin door hanger! Using a pre-cut wooden pumpkin as your canvas, you’ll paint and decorate a festive piece perfect for your front door or wall. No painting experience needed—just come ready to have fun and take home a cozy autumn decoration.

True Crime & Treats
2025-10-13 11:00 - 12:00
Are you obsessed with cold cases, cozy mysteries, or chilling true crime podcasts? Join us for an informal discussion and snack social just for true crime lovers. Bring your favorite spooky read, podcast rec, or theory to share—and enjoy a few creepy treats while we chat. No commitment, no spoilers (unless you want them), just good conversation and eerie fun.

Zombie Survival Trivia
2025-10-20 11:00 - 12:00
Think you’ve got what it takes to survive the zombie apocalypse? Test your knowledge with a round of survival-themed trivia, then craft your own paracord bracelet—an essential tool in any emergency kit. It’s brains, braids, and a battle for survival (well…kind of). Fun, functional, and perfect for any future zombie hunter!

Costume Contest & Bingo
2025-10-27 11:00 - 12:00
Show off your creative costumes for a chance to win a fun prize while enjoying lively games of bingo. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the Halloween spirit with friends and fellow patrons. Don’t miss out on the fun—come in costume and get ready for a ghoulishly good time!

DIY Thankful Leaves
2025-11-03 11:00 - 12:00
Celebrate gratitude this season by creating your own wooden leaf door hanger! Paint and decorate your leaf, then write down what you’re thankful for to display at home or gift to someone special. A fun, hands-on way to share thanks and add festive fall decor. All materials provided—just bring your creativity!

Mindful Coloring & Hot Tea Social
2025-11-10 11:00 - 12:00
Take a relaxing break with us as we unwind through mindful coloring and warm cups of tea. Enjoy calming coloring pages designed to help focus your mind, reduce stress, and spark creativity—all while sipping your favorite hot tea. Join us for a peaceful social time to recharge and connect in a cozy atmosphere.
All coloring supplies and tea provided.

DIY Gratitude Journals
2025-11-17 11:00 - 12:00
Create your own personalized gratitude journal to capture the good things in life! Decorate the cover with stickers, markers, and more, then start filling the pages with things you’re thankful for. This hands-on activity is a great way to practice mindfulness and cultivate a positive mindset. All materials and journals provided—just bring your creativity!

Foreclosure Prevention & Financial Literacy - Cancelled
2025-11-19 12:00 - 14:00
Join the Mississippi Center for Justice and Woodforest National Bank for a Foreclosure Prevention and Financial Literacy workshop at the Meridian Lauderdale County Public Library on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 12–2 PM. Learn valuable tools to safeguard your home and strengthen your financial future.

Festive Highland Cow Painting
2025-12-01 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a relaxing, step-by-step painting session as we create an adorable Festive Highland Cow, inspired by a design from artist Tracie Kiernan of Step By Step Painting. No painting experience needed—just bring your holiday spirit and be ready for fun! All supplies will be provided.

Build Your Future Class: Financial Services Careers & Literacy
2025-12-04 14:00 - 16:00
Build Your Future Class: Financial Services Careers & Literacy – Contact Person- Ashley Rue

No Sew Christmas Tree Pillow
2025-12-08 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a no-sew Christmas tree pillow craft inspired by those oh-so-delicious snack cake trees that everyone pines for!
We’ll supply all the precut fabric, fun decorations, and hot glue guns (safely supervised), so you can create a cozy, cuddly pillow that’s almost good enough to eat—no calories included, but all the festive fun!

Veteran Employment Service Workshop
2025-12-10 13:00 - 15:00
Veteran Employment Service Workshop – Contact Person -LaKisha Davis

Snow Day for Grown-Ups
2025-12-15 11:00 - 12:00
Who says snow days are just for kids? Take a break from the winter hustle and enjoy a playful afternoon of hands-on snow fun—without the cold! We’ll be making our own “snow” using shaving cream and baking soda, then diving into winter-themed sensory play. All supplies provided—just bring yourself and a sense of fun!

Pre-Holiday Workout
2025-12-22 11:00 - 12:00
Calories Don’t Count If You Work Out First, Right? Join us for a festive pre-holiday workout at the library—because we’re all just trying to balance cookies and cardio this time of year! Rock your best festive gear—ugly sweaters, jingle bells, and elf ears welcome!

BINGO
2025-12-29 11:00 - 12:00
Start your day with some bingo fun at the library as we celebrate Bingo’s birthday month! Join us for a lively morning filled with exciting bingo games and the chance to win fantastic prizes. Be sure to wear your favorite holiday attire. To ensure everyone gets a fair shot, there’s a limit of 2 prizes per person. Don’t miss this opportunity for excitement, camaraderie, and a festive celebration!

Cozy Coaster
2026-01-05 11:00 - 12:00
Make a coaster using yarn and an easy weaving pattern. This calm, step-by-step craft is beginner-friendly, and all supplies are provided.

Games and Chill
2026-01-12 11:00 - 12:00
Warm up this winter with board games, puzzles, and a cup of cocoa at the library! Whether you’re a master puzzler or just here for the laughs, this low-key hangout is all about fun and connection. No pressure, no prizes—just good vibes and good company.

Library Love Notes
2026-02-02
Library Love Notes: In honor of Library Lovers Month, we’re sharing the love with a simple, self-guided activity available all day. There will be no in-person program or scheduled gathering for this event. Patrons are invited to stop by, add a note to our Library Love display, pick up a themed bookmark, and enjoy a cozy February read—at your own pace.

Hearts & Art
2026-02-09 11:00 - 12:00
Celebrate February with creativity and connection! Using a large wooden heart as your canvas, create a one-of-a-kind art piece inspired by love, friendship, books, or someone who inspires you. Participants may trace a design or create their own, then bring it to life with acrylic paint or paint markers. This relaxed, open-ended program is perfect for all skill levels. All supplies provided.
