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SUMMARY:Live in Concert: Rupert Wates at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library for an afternoon of live acoustic music with award-winning singer-songwriter Rupert Wates. \nKnown for thoughtful lyrics\, engaging storytelling\, and talented guitar playing\, Rupert blends folk-inspired music with touches of jazz and classical influence to create a warm and memorable concert experience. \nTuesday\, June 23\, 2026\n3:00 PM\n2517 7th Street\, Meridian\, MS 39301 \nFREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC \nBring a friend and enjoy an afternoon of live music at the library!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/live-in-concert-rupert-wates-at-the-library/
CATEGORIES:Special Day
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SUMMARY:From Mississippi to the Marvel Universe: John Jennings at the Library
DESCRIPTION:The Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library is proud to collaborate with Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) to welcome award-winning artist\, author\, illustrator\, and scholar John Jennings on Tuesday\, June 23\, at 1:00 PM.\nKnown for his groundbreaking work in comics\, graphic novels\, Afrofuturism\, and speculative fiction\, Jennings has collaborated with major publishers including Marvel Comics and is the creator of numerous acclaimed works exploring history\, folklore\, culture\, and imagination.\nHis visit coincides with The MAX’s new exhibition\, John Jennings: Build Your World\, which showcases original artwork and stories inspired by Mississippi’s landscapes\, traditions\, and history. During this special presentation\, Jennings will discuss creativity\, world-building\, storytelling\, comics\, and the ways artists transform ideas into immersive experiences.\nStudents in 4th grade through college age are invited to join us for this unique opportunity to meet one of today’s leading graphic storytellers and learn how imagination can help shape the future.\nAdmission is free. No registration required.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/from-mississippi-to-the-marvel-universe-john-jennings-at-the-library/
CATEGORIES:Special Day
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Blood Services Blood Drive at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a blood drive hosted by Mississippi Blood Services on Tuesday\, June 23\, 2026\, from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM in the library’s west parking lot. \nThe Mississippi Blood Services bloodmobile will be on site accepting donations\, and Fizz & Sips will be set up nearby. \nEvery donation has the potential to help patients across Mississippi who rely on lifesaving blood products. Eligible donors will receive a $10 Visa gift card from Mississippi Blood Services as a thank-you for donating. \nAppointments are encouraged. Use Blood Drive Code: 4540 or scan the QR code on the event flyer to schedule your donation. \nThank you for helping support this lifesaving community effort. We hope to see you there! ❤️🩸
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/mississippi-blood-services-blood-drive-at-the-library/
CATEGORIES:Special Day
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SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Catholic School Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:St. Patrick’s Catholic School is stopping by for a visit for a tour and some stories!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/st-patricks-catholic-school-field-trip/
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SUMMARY:LCSD Librarian Book Fair - Library
DESCRIPTION:We are having a Lauderdale County School District Book Fair at the library.  Please stop by for a visit.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/lcsd-librarian-book-fair-library/
CATEGORIES:Special Day
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SUMMARY:Happy New Year!
DESCRIPTION:We are closed on 12/31/25 and 1/1/26 for the New Year’s holiday.  We will reopen on Friday\, 1/2/26\, at 8:30am.  Happy New Year to all of our patrons\, staff and community!  Thank you for making 2025 such a wonderful year!  Enjoy!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/new-year-holiday/
CATEGORIES:Special Day
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SUMMARY:Library @ Southeast Lauderdale Middle School's Parent Night
DESCRIPTION:Our very own program coordinator\, Elizabeth Jolly\, will have a table at the Southeast Lauderdale Middle School’s Parent Night.  Stop by for a visit.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/library-southeast-lauderdale-middle-schools-parent-night/
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SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Jr. Day
DESCRIPTION:The Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library is closed on Saturday\, 1/18/25\, and Monday\, 1/20/25\, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day \n“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that”.  Martin Luther King\, Jr. (B. 1929 – D. 1968)
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/martin-luther-king-jr-day/
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SUMMARY:New Year's Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year’s to our staff\, patrons\, and community!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/new-years-holiday-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Day
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SUMMARY:New Year's Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year’s Eve
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/new-years-holiday/
CATEGORIES:Special Day
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SUMMARY:Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Merry Christmas to everyone.  We hope that you have a wonderful and peaceful Christmas holiday!
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/christmas-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Day
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SUMMARY:Staff Development Day
DESCRIPTION:Library is closed for Staff Development Day.  We will reopen on Saturday\, 11/2/24\, at  9:00am.  Thank you.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/staff-development-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Day
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SUMMARY:Staff Development Day
DESCRIPTION:We are closed for Staff Development Day.  We will reopen on Saturday\, 8/3/24\, at 9:00am.  Thank you.
URL:https://www.meridian.lib.ms.us/event/staff-development-day/
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