• New Year’s!

    Holiday Events

    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!

  • Easter

    Holiday Events

    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!

  • Independence Day!

    Holiday Events

    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!

  • Labor Day

    Holiday Events

    We are closed on Saturday, August 31st, and Monday, September 2nd, 2024, in honor of Labor Day.

  • 3rd Annual Fall Festival

    Family

    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. Unleash 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. While 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!

  • Veteran’s Day

    Holiday Events

    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!

  • Thanksgiving

    Holiday Events

    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!

  • Santa’s Workshop

    Holiday Events

    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! Meet 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!

  • President’s Day

    Holiday Events

    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.

  • Easter

    Holiday Events

    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.

  • Memorial Day

    Holiday Events

    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.