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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/
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241112
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240706
DTSTAMP:20240620T170756Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTSTAMP:20240228T190646Z
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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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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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SUMMARY:New Year's Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/christmas-holiday/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231223
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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
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231222T173000
DTSTAMP:20231213T175321Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Merry Christmas!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/christmas-closed/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
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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
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231220T163000
DTSTAMP:20231121T173952Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T173952Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231219T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231219T163000
DTSTAMP:20231121T173936Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231218T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231218T163000
DTSTAMP:20231121T173923Z
CREATED:20231121T173843Z
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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/
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