Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

Pictures with Santa
2025-11-25 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago)
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!

Snow Day for Grown-Ups
2025-12-15 11:00 - 12:00
Who says snow days are just for kids? Take a break from the winter hustle and enjoy a playful afternoon of hands-on snow fun—without the cold! We’ll be making our own “snow” using shaving cream and baking soda, then diving into winter-themed sensory play. All supplies provided—just bring yourself and a sense of fun!

Fake Snow Sensory Project
2025-12-16 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will use their imagination and play with penguins in snow that was created using only 2 household ingredients.

Outreach: Weems Pinnacle House
2025-12-17 09:30 - 11:00
Jingle Jam Karaoke

Jingle Jam Karaoke
2025-12-18 15:30 - 16:30
Come hang out for a festive afternoon of Christmas karaoke, hot cocoa, snacks, and good times with friends! Whether you’re ready to belt out Mariah Carey or just sing along from the sidelines, Jingle Jam is all about fun, music, and celebrating the season together.
Wear your favorite festive holiday attire — no pressure, just come as you are, bring a friend, and get in the Christmas spirit!

Christmas Party
2025-12-18 15:30 - 16:30
The children will listen to some Christmas classics, drink hot cocoa, and play a variety of Christmas themed games.

Pre-Holiday Workout
2025-12-22 11:00 - 12:00
Calories Don’t Count If You Work Out First, Right? Join us for a festive pre-holiday workout at the library—because we’re all just trying to balance cookies and cardio this time of year! Rock your best festive gear—ugly sweaters, jingle bells, and elf ears welcome!

Santa’s Workshop
2025-12-23 09:30 - 15:00
The library elves have been busy sprinkling holiday magic all around the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library, and they’re ready to welcome families to a joyful day of festive fun! Join us for our 5th Annual Santa’s Workshop, a merry celebration packed with cheerful activities and unforgettable moments for all ages.
Event Highlights: • A special visit with Santa
• Mrs. Claus’ Storytime at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 2:00 PM • Train rides in the west parking lot • ✂️ Holiday crafts perfect for the season • A festive scavenger hunt in the Children’s Department • Angie Hale’s Petting Zoo & Pony Rides • Vitalant Blood Drive from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Bundle up in your holiday best and stop by anytime between 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM — the elves have turned every corner of the library into a winter wonderland, indoors and out. We can’t wait to celebrate a day full of festive cheer with you!

Christmas
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-26
We are closed on Wednesday, 12/24 through Friday, 12/26 for the Christmas holiday. We wish everyone a joyous and happy Christmas! We will reopen on Saturday, 12/27, at 9:00am.

BINGO
2025-12-29 11:00 - 12:00
Start your day with some bingo fun at the library as we celebrate Bingo’s birthday month! Join us for a lively morning filled with exciting bingo games and the chance to win fantastic prizes. Be sure to wear your favorite holiday attire. To ensure everyone gets a fair shot, there’s a limit of 2 prizes per person. Don’t miss this opportunity for excitement, camaraderie, and a festive celebration!

Paper plate Snowman
2025-12-30 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will create the face of a snowman using 3 types of paper products.

Happy New Year!
2025-12-31 - 2026-01-01
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!

Cozy Coaster
2026-01-05 11:00 - 12:00
Make a coaster using yarn and an easy weaving pattern. This calm, step-by-step craft is beginner-friendly, and all supplies are provided.
