Get ready for a wild Summer Reading adventure at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library! Join us on Tuesday, June 16, for a special live animal presentation presented by Freedom Ranch Wildlife Center as part of our 2026 Summer Reading theme, “Unearth a Story.” Discover how today’s animals connect to the age of dinosaurs through an exciting mixed-species presentation featuring live rescue animals, birds, reptiles, and more! You may even meet some modern-day “raptors” and learn why birds are considered today’s dinosaurs. This fun and educational program will be presented at: 11:00 AM 1:00 PM Perfect for families, animal lovers, and dinosaur fans of all ages! Come explore the connections between the past and present — and unearth an adventure with us this summer!

Get ready for a wild Summer Reading adventure at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library! Join us on Tuesday, June 16, for a special live animal presentation presented by Freedom Ranch Wildlife Center as part of our 2026 Summer Reading theme, “Unearth a Story.” Discover how today’s animals connect to the age of dinosaurs through an exciting mixed-species presentation featuring live rescue animals, birds, reptiles, and more! You may even meet some modern-day “raptors” and learn why birds are considered today’s dinosaurs. This fun and educational program will be presented at: 11:00 AM 1:00 PM Perfect for families, animal lovers, and dinosaur fans of all ages! Come explore the connections between the past and present — and unearth an adventure with us this summer!

Think ahead. Make your move. Unearth your strategy this summer at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library! Join 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. Whether 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.

Think ahead. Make your move. Unearth your strategy this summer at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library! Join 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. Whether 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.

Think ahead. Make your move. Unearth your strategy this summer at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library! Join 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. Whether 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.

Think ahead. Make your move. Unearth your strategy this summer at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library! Join 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. Whether 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.

Join us for a freelance painting class.

Join us for a freelance painting class.