Gratitude Circle
2025-11-06 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago)
Pause to reflect and share what you’re thankful for in our Gratitude Circle. Whether you want to speak up or just listen, everyone is welcome. Join us for a relaxed hour of positive vibes, connection, and community as we celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving.
No pressure to talk—just bring yourself!

Mindful Coloring & Hot Tea Social
2025-11-10 11:00 - 12:00
Take a relaxing break with us as we unwind through mindful coloring and warm cups of tea. Enjoy calming coloring pages designed to help focus your mind, reduce stress, and spark creativity—all while sipping your favorite hot tea. Join us for a peaceful social time to recharge and connect in a cozy atmosphere.
All coloring supplies and tea provided.

Sarah McQuaid in Concert
2025-11-10 13:00 - 14:30
Join us Monday, November 10 at 1:00 PM for a special afternoon with internationally acclaimed singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Sarah McQuaid. With a rich, soulful voice and a gift for blending folk, blues, and contemporary styles, Sarah’s music creates an intimate and unforgettable experience.
Born in Spain, raised in Chicago, and now based in England, Sarah has built a worldwide following through her captivating live performances and acclaimed recordings, including her most recent album The St Buryan Sessions. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy her artistry up close in the welcoming setting of the library.

Veteran's Day - Closed
2025-11-11
We are closed in remembrance and honor of all those who have served our country. Thank you!

3D Paper Pumpkins
2025-11-13 15:30 - 16:30
The children will create 3D shaped pumpkins using colored paper strips and glue.

Watercolor Leaves
2025-11-13 15:30 - 16:30
Bring the beauty of nature to your artwork! In this hands-on program, create unique leaf rubbings and transform them with watercolor paints. Explore textures, colors, and the simple joy of making art from the world around you.

DIY Gratitude Journals
2025-11-17 11:00 - 12:00
Create your own personalized gratitude journal to capture the good things in life! Decorate the cover with stickers, markers, and more, then start filling the pages with things you’re thankful for. This hands-on activity is a great way to practice mindfulness and cultivate a positive mindset. All materials and journals provided—just bring your creativity!

Torn Paper Pumpkins
2025-11-18 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will use their fine motor skills to fill in the outline of a pumpkin using torn colored construction paper.

Foreclosure Prevention & Financial Literacy - Cancelled
2025-11-19 12:00 - 14:00
Join the Mississippi Center for Justice and Woodforest National Bank for a Foreclosure Prevention and Financial Literacy workshop at the Meridian Lauderdale County Public Library on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 12–2 PM. Learn valuable tools to safeguard your home and strengthen your financial future.

Popsicle Stick Scarecrows
2025-11-20 15:30 - 16:30
The children will use the materials provided to make a scarecrow.

Turkey Relay
2025-11-20 15:30 - 16:30
Get ready for a fun and fast-paced Thanksgiving challenge! Teams will race to pass a “turkey” using only chopsticks, test their drawing skills in a silent doodle relay, and unscramble festive words—all on whiteboards. Join us for a lively hour of teamwork, laughter, and holiday spirit. No mess, just lots of fun!

BINGO
2025-11-24 11:00 - 12:00
Start your day with some bingo fun at the library! Join us for a lively morning of bingo games and the chance to win fantastic prizes. To ensure everyone gets a fair shot, there’s a limit of 2 prizes per person. Don’t miss this opportunity for excitement and camaraderie!

Pictures with Santa
2025-11-25 09:30 - 12:30
Santa’s in Town Early!
Skip the long lines—Santa’s making a special early bird stop at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library!
Join us on Tuesday, November 25, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM during County and City Schools’ Thanksgiving Break. Bring your smiles, your wish lists, and your holiday spirit—this is the perfect chance to snap a cute family photo for your Christmas cards before the December rush!

Turkey Craft
2025-11-25 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will use the paper products provided to create a turkey.

Thanksgiving Holiday
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-29
Happy Thanksgiving! We will close at 4:30 pm on Wednesday, 11/26, and remain closed through Saturday, 11/29, in celebration of Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Monday, 12/1/25, at 8:30am. Enjoy the holiday. Thank you.

Festive Highland Cow Painting
2025-12-01 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a relaxing, step-by-step painting session as we create an adorable Festive Highland Cow, inspired by a design from artist Tracie Kiernan of Step By Step Painting. No painting experience needed—just bring your holiday spirit and be ready for fun! All supplies will be provided.

Sticky Christmas Tree
2025-12-02 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will decorate a paper Christmas tree using the materials provided.

Outreach: New Beginnings
2025-12-03 10:30 - 11:30
Storytime & Stockings

Outreach: Trends Nursing Home
2025-12-04 10:00 - 11:30
BINGO

Build Your Future Class: Financial Services Careers & Literacy
2025-12-04 14:00 - 16:00
Build Your Future Class: Financial Services Careers & Literacy – Contact Person- Ashley Rue

No Sew Christmas Tree Pillow
2025-12-04 15:30 - 16:30
Join us for a no-sew Christmas tree pillow craft inspired by those oh-so-delicious snack cake trees that everyone pines for!
We’ll supply all the precut fabric, fun decorations, and hot glue guns (safely supervised), so you can create a cozy, cuddly pillow that’s almost good enough to eat—no calories included, but all the festive fun!
Bring your holiday cheer and your best crafting spirit, and leave with a unique keepsake that’s sweeter than any snack cake. Plus, we’ll have tasty treats to keep your creativity glowing all afternoon!

Beaded Christmas Ornaments
2025-12-04 15:30 - 16:30
The children will create ornaments using string and beads.

No Sew Christmas Tree Pillow
2025-12-08 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a no-sew Christmas tree pillow craft inspired by those oh-so-delicious snack cake trees that everyone pines for!
We’ll supply all the precut fabric, fun decorations, and hot glue guns (safely supervised), so you can create a cozy, cuddly pillow that’s almost good enough to eat—no calories included, but all the festive fun!

Q-tip Painted Christmas Lights
2025-12-09 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will use a Q-Tip and paint to design a string of lights.

Outreach: Polar Springs
2025-12-09 15:00 - 17:00
Christmas Wheel of Fortune

Veteran Employment Service Workshop
2025-12-10 13:00 - 15:00
Veteran Employment Service Workshop – Contact Person -LaKisha Davis

Gingerbread Creations
2025-12-11 15:30 - 16:30
Celebrate Gingerbread House Day by unleashing your creativity as you design and construct your very own gingerbread structure! Using delicious graham crackers, icing, and an array of candies, you’ll learn about basic engineering principles while having fun. Perfect for all skill levels—bring your holiday spirit and let’s build something sweet together!

Holiday Splatter Painting
2025-12-11 15:30 - 16:30
The children will create a winter scene using white paint and two paintbrushes.

Outreach: Aldersgate
2025-12-12 15:00 - 16:30

Happy Hanukkah
2025-12-14
Happy Hanukkah! Hanukkah starts on 12/14 and ends on 12/22! Enjoy!
