• 6th-12th Grade: Career Connections

    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.

  • Adults: Ghost of Meridian’s Past

    Meridian’s past has a few stories to tell...  Join us for a fun and slightly spooky trip into local history as we welcome Mrs. Annie McKee and friends from the Rose Hill Company. Hear tales of some of the people, places, and stories from Meridian’s past, told by the folks who know how to bring our local history to life. Come ready for a few chills, a few laughs, and a fascinating look at the stories hiding in Meridian’s history! 

  • K-5th Grade: Spooky Landscapes

    K–5th Grade

    The children will transform a black piece of paper into a spooky nighttime scene using the materials provided.

  • 6th -12th Grade: Road Ready-Fright Night

    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.

  • Adults: Internet Safety Training

    Join the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library and Mississippi State University Extension for an interactive Internet Safety Training session focused on making smart choices online. Participants will learn practical tips for staying safe while using technology, including how to create strong passwords, recognize and avoid scams, and protect your digital footprint. 📅 Friday, October 23, 2026🕚 11:00 AM–12:00 PM📍 Activity Room on the 2nd Floor This program is open to anyone interested in learning more about digital safety. Registration is not required.

  • Adults: BINGO, Boos, & Costumes

    BINGO is getting a little dressed up this October!  Join us for a fun morning of BINGO, prizes, and a little seasonal silliness! Costumes are welcome, but definitely not required. Not into Halloween? No problem! Have a fancy hat, sparkly outfit, favorite character shirt, or something hanging in your closet that makes you think, “I love this, but where would I ever wear it?” Wear it here.  Come festive, fancy, silly, spooky, or simply as yourself. Just come ready to play BINGO and have some fun! 

  • Toddlers/Pre-K: Spooky Glow Party

    The toddlers will have a spooktacular time dancing to some of their favorite Halloween songs and creating spooky sticker collages.

  • K-5th Grade: Halloween Costume Party

    K–5th Grade

    The children are encouraged to throw on their most ghastly costume as we have a hauntingly good time listening to a killer playlist and participating in some thrilling party games.

  • 6th-12th Grade: Halloween Costume Party

    Teens in grades 6–12 are invited to join us for Halloween games, snacks, music, and plenty of ridiculousness. Costumes are encouraged, but definitely not required. Come spooky, silly, fabulous, fandom-inspired, or just come as yourself. Bring your friends. We’ll bring the snacks.

  • Friends of the Library Meeting

    The Friends of the Library will meet on Tuesday, November 10th, at 3:00 PM in the Boardroom on the second floor of the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library. The Friends of the Library support the library through fundraising, advocacy, and volunteer efforts that help enhance library programs, services, and collections. Friends members and anyone interested in learning more about the organization are welcome to attend.