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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
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SUMMARY:State Holiday
DESCRIPTION:We are closed Saturday\, 4/25/26\, and Monday\, 4/27/26\, for a state holiday.  We will reopen on Tuesday\, 4/28/26\, at 8:30am.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/state-holiday-2/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTSTAMP:20260324T161557Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T161557Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Holiday
DESCRIPTION:We are closed on Friday\, April 3rd\, and Saturday\, April 4th\, in celebration of Easter.  We will reopen on Monday\, April 6th\, at 8:30am.  We hope that you have a lovely and peaceful holiday weekend.  Enjoy!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/easter-holiday/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260206T171343Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T171343Z
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SUMMARY:President's Day
DESCRIPTION:We are closed Saturday\, 2/14/26\, and Monday\, 2/16/26\, in honor of President’s Day.  We will reopen on Tuesday\, 2/17/26\, at 8:30am.  Thank you.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/presidents-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251227
DTSTAMP:20251126T194642Z
CREATED:20251126T193034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T194642Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas
DESCRIPTION:We are closed on Wednesday\, 12/24 through Friday\, 12/26 for the Christmas holiday.  We wish everyone a joyous and happy Christmas!  We will reopen on Saturday\, 12/27\, at 9:00am.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/christmas-3/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T150000
DTSTAMP:20251126T190540Z
CREATED:20251126T190540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T190540Z
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SUMMARY:Santa’s Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The library elves have been busy sprinkling holiday magic all around the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library\, and they’re ready to welcome families to a joyful day of festive fun! Join us for our 5th Annual Santa’s Workshop\, a merry celebration packed with cheerful activities and unforgettable moments for all ages. \nEvent Highlights: • A special visit with Santa \n• Mrs. Claus’ Storytime at 10:00 AM\, 11:00 AM\, and 2:00 PM • Train rides in the west parking lot • ✂️ Holiday crafts perfect for the season • A festive scavenger hunt in the Children’s Department • Angie Hale’s Petting Zoo & Pony Rides • Vitalant Blood Drive from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM \nBundle up in your holiday best and stop by anytime between 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM — the elves have turned every corner of the library into a winter wonderland\, indoors and out. We can’t wait to celebrate a day full of festive cheer with you!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/santas-workshop-3/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20251028T174819Z
CREATED:20251028T174819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T174819Z
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Happy Thanksgiving!  We will close at 4:30 pm on Wednesday\, 11/26\, and remain closed through Saturday\, 11/29\, in celebration of Thanksgiving.  We will reopen on Monday\, 12/1/25\, at 8:30am.  Enjoy the holiday.  Thank you.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/thanksgiving-holiday/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251112
DTSTAMP:20251028T163138Z
CREATED:20251028T162400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T163138Z
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SUMMARY:Veteran's Day - Closed
DESCRIPTION:We are closed in remembrance and honor of all those who have served our country.  Thank you!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/veterans-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250706
DTSTAMP:20250501T150405Z
CREATED:20250501T150405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T150405Z
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SUMMARY:Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:We are closed on Friday\, 7/4/25 and Saturday\, 7/5/25\,  in celebration of our Independence Day.  We will reopen on Monday\, 4/7/25\, at 8:30am.  We hope that you have a wonderful holiday weekend.  Thank you!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/independence-day/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250527
DTSTAMP:20250327T153246Z
CREATED:20250327T153225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T153246Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:We are closed on Saturday\, 5/24\, and Monday\, 5/26\, in honor of Memorial Day.  Thank you to all who have served!  We will reopen on Tuesday\, 5/27\, at 8:30am.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/memorial-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTSTAMP:20250327T170122Z
CREATED:20250327T165755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T170122Z
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SUMMARY:Easter
DESCRIPTION:We are closed on Friday\, 4/18\, and Saturday\, 4/19\, in honor of the Easter holiday.  We hope that you have a blessed and peaceful Easter.  We will reopen on Monday\, 4/21\, at 8:30am.  Thank you.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/easter-2/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250218
DTSTAMP:20250130T201633Z
CREATED:20250130T201544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T201633Z
UID:10000632-1739577600-1739836799@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:President's Day
DESCRIPTION:We are closed from Saturday\, 2/15/25\, through Monday\, 2/17/25\, in honor of President’s Day.  We will reopen on Tuesday\, 2/18/25\, at 8:30am.  We hope that you have a wonderful long weekend.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/presidents-day/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T150000
DTSTAMP:20241211T171754Z
CREATED:20241125T164811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T171754Z
UID:10000592-1734688800-1734706800@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Santa’s Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fourth annual Santa’s Workshop at the library\, where holiday magic comes alive! Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus for festive photos and heartwarming stories. Mrs. Claus will delight children with her enchanting Storytime at 11:00 AM\, 1:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM so be sure to gather around in the Children’s Department! Santa and Mrs. Claus will take a break for lunch at 12:00 PM\, but don’t worry—there’s still plenty of fun to be had! \nMeet adorable animals at Angie Hales Pony Tales petting zoo and enjoy pony rides that will bring smiles to all ages! Plus\, get creative with holiday crafts to make your season extra special. And as a wonderful way to give back\, we’ll be hosting a Vitalant Blood Drive during the event from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Bring your family and friends for a day filled with laughter\, joy\, and holiday cheer!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/santas-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241202
DTSTAMP:20241031T180622Z
CREATED:20241031T175452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T180622Z
UID:10000571-1732752000-1733097599@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:We are closed Thursday\,  11/28/24\, through Saturday\, 11/30/24.  We will reopen on Monday\, 12/2/24\, at 8:30am.  We hope that you have a wonderful and peaceful Thanksgiving.  Take care!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/thanksgiving/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241112
DTSTAMP:20241031T180510Z
CREATED:20241031T180510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T180510Z
UID:10000578-1731110400-1731369599@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Veteran's Day
DESCRIPTION:We are closed Saturday\, 11/9/24\, and Monday\, 11/11/24\, in observance of Veteran’s Day.  Thank you to all our service personnel who have served and are serving our country.  We appreciate all of you!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/veterans-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T150000
DTSTAMP:20240930T194158Z
CREATED:20240930T194131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T194158Z
UID:10000553-1728468000-1728486000@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable day of fall magic at the library’s Fall Festival on Wednesday\, October 9\, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM! Experience the joy of Angie Hale’s Pony Tales petting zoo and delightful pony rides\, plus a lineup of thrilling games to enjoy. \nUnleash your creativity and come dressed in your best costume for our all-ages costume contest at 2:30 PM—prizes await the most fabulous outfits\, so bring your A-game! Prepare to be wowed by Magician Dorian LaChance\, the “Magic Man\,” and his whimsical “Kind of Kooky\, Not Too Spooky Halloween Show\,” with two spellbinding performances at 11:00 AM and 12:30 PM. \nWhile you’re here\, don’t forget to sign up for a library card or check out some fang-tastic books! This thrilling event is completely free\, so gather your family and friends for a day filled with laughter\, creativity\, and seasonal cheer!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/3rd-annual-fall-festival/
CATEGORIES:Family,Holiday Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240903
DTSTAMP:20240729T171353Z
CREATED:20240729T171353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T171353Z
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SUMMARY:Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:We are closed on Saturday\, August 31st\, and Monday\, September 2nd\, 2024\, in honor of Labor Day.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/labor-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240706
DTSTAMP:20240620T170756Z
CREATED:20240528T183201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T170756Z
UID:10000474-1720051200-1720223999@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Independence Day!
DESCRIPTION:The Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library is closed on 7/4\, and 7/5\, in celebration of our country’s 248 years of independence.  We hope that you have a wonderful and safe holiday!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/fourth-of-july/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTSTAMP:20240228T190646Z
CREATED:20240228T190646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T190646Z
UID:10000418-1711670400-1711929599@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Easter
DESCRIPTION:The Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library staff would like to wish everyone a Happy & Blessed Easter.  Enjoy time with your families\, friends\, and/or furbabies.  Safe travels to all who are traveling to the next town\, county\, state or wherever your path takes you.  Our library is closed from Friday\, 3/29/24\, through Sunday\, 3/31/24.  We will reopen on Monday\, 4/1/24\, at 8:30am.  Thank you!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/easter/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231230
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTSTAMP:20231121T173023Z
CREATED:20231121T173023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T173023Z
UID:10000347-1703894400-1704153599@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:New Year's!
DESCRIPTION:We wish you all a Happy New Year!  We will see you at the library in 2024 on Tuesday\, January 2\, 2024\, at 8:30am!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/new-years/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231229T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231229T173000
DTSTAMP:20231213T175410Z
CREATED:20231213T175344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T175410Z
UID:10000366-1703863800-1703871000@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:New Year's Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/christmas-holiday/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231227
DTSTAMP:20231122T164137Z
CREATED:20231121T172232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T164137Z
UID:10000346-1703289600-1703635199@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Christmas!
DESCRIPTION:The library is closed on Saturday\, 12/23/23\, through Tuesday\, 12/26/23.  We will reopen on Wednesday\, 12/27/23\, at 8:30am.  We wish you all a Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!  Enjoy!\nGarrison Keillor\n\n“A lovely thing about Christmas is that it’s compulsory\, like a thunderstorm\, and we all go through it together.” \n\nMaya Angelou\n\n“You can tell a lot about a person by the way they handle three things: a rainy day\, lost luggage\, and tangled Christmas tree lights.” \n\n\nCharles Dickens\, A Christmas Carol:\n\n\n“I will honour Christmas in my heart\, and try to keep it all the year.“
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/christmas/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231222T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231222T173000
DTSTAMP:20231213T175321Z
CREATED:20231213T175307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T175321Z
UID:10000365-1703259000-1703266200@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Christmas Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Merry Christmas!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/christmas-closed/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231222T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231222T143000
DTSTAMP:20231121T173630Z
CREATED:20231121T173608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T173630Z
UID:10000351-1703237400-1703255400@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Santa's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Santa and Mrs. Claus are back in town for our 3rd Annual Santa’s Workshop. Drop in any time between 9:30 AM-12:00 PM and 1:00 PM-2:30 PM. Bring your camera to take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus before they dash away to the North Pole for the big day! Visit the Children’s Department at 10:00 AM\, 11:00 AM\, and 2:00 PM to hear stories read by Mrs. Claus. Venture outside to meet some furry friends from the North Pole’s Farm (Angie Hales Pony Tales). Also\, enjoy making fun crafts and doing a scavenger hunt. Parents and guardians are encouraged to visit the Vitalant Blood Mobile located in the West parking lot.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/santas-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231220T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231220T163000
DTSTAMP:20231121T173952Z
CREATED:20231121T173952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T173952Z
UID:10000354-1703064600-1703089800@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Holiday Escape Room
DESCRIPTION:Attempt to find clues and solve a series of puzzles to escape before time runs out! Be sure to schedule your time through the SignUpGenius Link. \nhttps://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949ACAC2AA0F4C07-45857876-holiday
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/holiday-escape-room-3/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231219T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231219T163000
DTSTAMP:20231121T173936Z
CREATED:20231121T173936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T173936Z
UID:10000353-1702978200-1703003400@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Holiday Escape Room
DESCRIPTION:Attempt to find clues and solve a series of puzzles to escape before time runs out! Be sure to schedule your time through the SignUpGenius Link. \nhttps://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949ACAC2AA0F4C07-45857876-holiday
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/holiday-escape-room-2/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231218T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231218T163000
DTSTAMP:20231121T173923Z
CREATED:20231121T173843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T173923Z
UID:10000352-1702891800-1702917000@www.meridian.lib.ms.us
SUMMARY:Holiday Escape Room
DESCRIPTION:Attempt to find clues and solve a series of puzzles to escape before time runs out! Be sure to schedule your time through the SignUpGenius Link. \nhttps://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949ACAC2AA0F4C07-45857876-holiday
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/holiday-escape-room/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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