Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

Movie Monday - Rio
2025-06-30 14:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago)
Join us for a free movie showing of “Rio.

Musical Color Bingo
2025-06-30 11:00 - 12:00
Color Our World with Music and Fun! Get ready for a lively twist on the classic game of bingo! In Musical Color Bingo, each color is paired with a catchy tune. Listen closely as we play music and mark off the colorful squares on your card. It’s the perfect blend of music, fun, and a little friendly competition. Prizes for the winners and smiles for all! (two prizes per winner)

Reading at the Lake
2025-06-27 11:00 - 12:30
Join the Children’s Librarians at Bonita Lakes Park as we read stories, make new friends, and enjoy some sunshine. We will be located by the first playground to the left when you enter Bonita Lakes Park.

Creativity Workshop
2025-06-26 15:30 - 16:30
The children will be able to pick from a variety of artistic materials to create a masterpiece.

Coloring Our World with Safety: A DUI Prevention Workshop
2025-06-26 14:00 - 15:30
Join us for Coloring Our World with Safety: A DUI Prevention Workshop, hosted by the Mississippi DUI Prevention Initiative at the library! This engaging session will feature an informative PowerPoint presentation along with a hands-on DUI simulation mat—giving participants a realistic perspective on impairment and its dangers. Don’t miss this eye-opening opportunity to learn and raise awareness about safe driving!

Chess Club: Color Your World with Chess
2025-06-24 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-06-17 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-06-10 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-06-03 14:30 - 16:30
Join us this summer for a multi-generational chess experience where strategy and imagination come to life! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, all skill levels are welcome to explore the colorful world of chess. Bring your family and friends and discover the fun of friendly competition as we checkmate our way through the summer!

Cardboard Cookie Craft
2025-06-24 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will design cardboard shaped cookies using various stickers, and coloring utensils.

Movie Monday - Sing
2025-06-23 14:30 - 16:30
Join us for a free movie showing of “Sing.”

Crafting with Cricut
2025-06-23 11:00 - 12:00
Color Our World with Creativity! Ready to explore the world of Cricut? Join us for a beginner-friendly session where you’ll learn the basics of using a Cricut machine. From cutting to designing, we’ll guide you through creating your first project. Perfect for those new to Cricut or anyone looking to refresh their skills. Materials provided.

Reading by Children’s Author Brenda Cole-Averett
2025-06-20 11:00 - 12:30
Come and join us for a special reading of Children’s Author Brenda Cole-Averett’s book, “Bright Eyes, Big Dreams”.

Decades Dance
2025-06-19 15:30 - 16:30
Let’s celebrate the art of dance together as we listen and groove to the music. The children are encouraged to come dressed in attire from the 50’s to the 2000’s.

Bulldog Book Bash
2025-06-18 14:30 - 16:00
An Afternoon with MSU Athletes: Rally your reading spirit and join us for a fun afternoon with a few Mississippi State University athletes! We’re celebrating Summer Reading with a colorful event full of books, Bulldog spirit, and community fun. Meet the athletes, take pictures, enjoy a story time, ask questions, create DIY spirit gear, and check out our other activity stations. This is an event you won’t want to miss!

Glow Party
2025-06-17 10:00 - 11:00
Join us as we groove to some of our favorite tunes while the lights glow.

Movie Monday - Kung Fu Panda
2025-06-16 14:30 - 16:30
Join us for a free movie showing of “Kung Fu Panda”.

Dance Fitness Party
2025-06-16 11:00 - 12:00
Color Our World with movement and music—your way! Join us for a fun and inclusive Dance Fitness Party where everyone is welcome to move to the beat at their own pace. Whether you’re dancing on your feet, sitting in a chair, or finding your own rhythm, this high-energy session is all about joy, fitness, and feeling good. Wear comfy clothes, bring your water bottle, and get ready to groove your way to a great time!

Reading at the Lake - Rustic Renewal Riding
2025-06-13 10:00 - 11:00
Join the Children’s Librarians at Bonita Lakes Park as we partner with Rustic Renewal Riding, who will show a new twist to learning using the help of a pony. Please remember to wear sunscreen and a hat. We will be located by the first playground to the left when you enter Bonita Lakes Park.

Disney Karaoke
2025-06-12 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-06-12 10:30 - 11:30
Join us as we sing our heart out to some old and new Disney classics.

Crafts with Dad
2025-06-11 08:30 - 17:30
The children are encouraged to come make a craft for the father-figure in their life.

Curly Haired Clown
2025-06-10 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will create silly shaped colored hairstyles for a happy clown.

Movie Monday - Happy Feet
2025-06-09 14:30 - 16:30
Join us for a free movie showing of “Happy Feet.”

Plant Swap and Paint
2025-06-09 11:00 - 12:00
Bring a plant, take a plant! Celebrate growth and creativity at the library as we “Color Our World” with greenery and good vibes. Swap plants of any kind—big or small—with fellow plant lovers. Then, get creative decorating your own flowerpot using paints, markers, or embellishments. Pot your new leafy friend in your personalized creation and bring home a burst of color and life!

Scribble Art Project
2025-06-05 15:30 - 16:30
The children will create a work of art using one black marker.

Storytime at Mississippi Children’s Museum-Meridian
2025-06-04 10:00 - 11:00
Join us as we help celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the historic Key Brother’s flight which departed Key Field in Meridian on June 4, 1935 and landed July 1, 1935.

Buddies and Bubbles
2025-06-03 10:00 - 11:00
Join the Children’s Librarians at Bonita Lakes Park as we read stories, make new friends, blow some bubbles, and enjoy some sunshine. We will be located by the first playground to the left when you enter Bonita Lakes Park.

A Modern Pop Art Experience with Michael Albert
2025-06-02 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-02 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for a vibrant and hands-on art experience with acclaimed modern pop artist Michael Albert! Known for his colorful collages made from recycled materials, Michael brings his creative energy to the library for a two-hour program that’s perfect for families and art lovers of all ages.
Each session begins with a short, engaging talk by Michael about his work, inspiration, and the world of modern pop art. Then, roll up your sleeves and dive into creating your own one-of-a-kind artwork using cereal boxes, scissors, glue, and imagination!
Create your own pop art collage Hear directly from the artist A fun, family-friendly experience
