Unleash your creativity with an afternoon of painting! Design your own artwork at your own pace while enjoying a fun and welcoming atmosphere. No painting experience is needed, and all supplies are provided.

Career Connections: Smart Metering & Technology with Mississippi Power Kick off our Career Connections program by exploring the world of smart metering technology! Representatives from Mississippi Power will introduce students to Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) systems and explain how technology, software, and engineering work together to deliver electricity more efficiently. Learn about careers in the utility industry, the skills needed for these roles, and how technology plays a vital part in keeping our communities powered.

Road Ready is a monthly interactive program for students in grades 6–12 who want to learn more about cars, roads, and safe driving. Through games, trivia, challenges, demonstrations, and trusted resources, participants will explore topics such as road signs, traffic safety, vehicle basics, emergency preparedness, and more. Please note: Road Ready is an educational library program and is not a driver's education course or driving instruction. Participation does not satisfy any state licensing or driver education requirements.

Get ready to snap, build, and experiment! Use Snap Circuits to create working electronic projects while exploring how circuits and electricity work. No experience is needed. Just bring your curiosity and see what you can build!

Career Connections: Careers with NAS Meridian Explore career opportunities with Career Connections! A representative from NAS Meridian will join us to talk about their role, experiences in the U.S. Navy, and what a career in the military can look like. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions, learn about different career paths, and discover more about opportunities in the Navy.

Take a break, relax, and recharge! Join us for a laid-back afternoon of coloring, conversation, and fun as we celebrate Self-Care Awareness Month. A special guest from Five Horizons will also join us to talk about self-care and share simple ways to take care of yourself. Come color, chat, and chill with us!

Road Ready is a monthly interactive program for students in grades 6–12 who want to learn more about cars, roads, and safe driving. Through games, trivia, challenges, demonstrations, and trusted resources, participants will explore traffic signals, intersections, right-of-way, and other road basics. Please note: Road Ready is an educational library program and is not a driver's education course or driving instruction. Participation does not satisfy any state licensing or driver education requirements.

We’re turning books into apples! 🍎📚 Give old book pages a new life by transforming them into a 3D apple for a fun fall decoration. Make it your own with a little creativity and fall flair! All supplies are provided.

Get ready to mix, stretch, squish, and experiment! 🧪👻 Create your own colorful monster slime while exploring the science behind polymers and how different ingredients change its texture and consistency. Customize your slime, give your monster creation a name, and take it home when you’re done! A fun, hands-on STEAM activity with just the right amount of October goo!

Career Connections: Emergency Medical Services What’s it really like to work in emergency medical services? Join us for our next Career Connections program as we welcome a special guest from Metro Ambulance for a behind-the-scenes look at careers in emergency medical services! Teens will learn about the day-to-day work, skills and training needed for the job, and what it’s like to help people during an emergency. We may even get a hands-on introduction to lifesaving skills like CPR! Come with questions and discover whether a career in emergency medical services might be for you.

Some things on the road are scarier than ghosts! 👻🚗 Road Ready is getting an October twist! Teens will take on spooky driving scenarios, unexpected road hazards, and fast-paced challenges while learning how to make safer decisions behind the wheel. Can you survive Fright Night and make it home safely? 🎃 No driver's license required.