Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

DIY Family Dinner
2023-07-13 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago)
The children will be given a paper plate and other materials and asked to create a healthy family dinner.

TikTok Dance Class
2023-07-13 15:30 - 16:30
During this program, teens share some of today’s trendiest TikTok dances, then work together to brainstorm, create, film, and edit 60-second videos. Perfect choreography is not the goal: Just have fun dancing, laughing, and creating together! Note: It’s okay if you don’t want to be in front of the camera, you can help behind the scenes. You can also do this at home with friends and family! Be sure to tag us on Facebook!

Chat with Myrtle the Turtle (MDOT)
2023-07-13 14:30 - 15:30
How can we keep our community clean?

Popsicles & Playmates
2023-07-11 10:00 - 11:00
Toddlers will play with puzzles, play dough, color pictures and make new friends.

Movie Monday - Finding Dory
2023-07-10 14:30 - 16:30
Please stop by for a movie, Finding Dory, and some popcorn! All ages are welcome! Some films may be considered extreme for younger patrons. Parents/guardians must be present for children 10 and under.

Kindness Rocks
2023-07-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-06 15:30 - 16:30
Share small acts of kindness. Kindness Rocks are painted rocks that are decorated with positive and uplifting messages and then placed somewhere in the community for others to find. If you want to do this at home find some rocks, paint them using paint pens, and spray them with a sealer to protect them from the elements over time. Place these little acts of kindness in your garden or amongst the community where other rocks are located.

Center for Pregnancy Choices
2023-07-07 10:00 - 12:00
If you are pregnant or a mama caring for a newborn, please join us for the Center for Pregnancy Choices monthly Baby Basics and Breastfeeding class. It doesn’t matter if this is baby #1, #2, #3 or more… you are welcome to join us! Learn tips and tricks from local lactation specialist Lesli White and community doulas! Call 601.527.8829 for more information or to reserve a seat.

Reading at the Lake
2023-07-07 10:00 - 11:00
Join your favorite librarians for story time by the playground at Bonita Lakes Park. Be sure to bring a blanket or beach towel and wear your sunscreen.

LEGO Challenge
2023-07-06 15:30 - 16:30
What will you make when given a cup of LEGOs and a clue card?

Summer Reading Escape Room
2023-07-05 09:00 - 16:00
Call 601-553-2456 to set up a time to enter the room. How will you escape?

Happy 4th of July!
2023-07-04
I would like to wish our staff, patrons, and community a happy, healthy and safe Independence Day! Take care. Alice, Director

Movie Monday - The Sandlot
2023-07-03 14:30 - 16:30
Please stop by for a movie, The Sandlot, and some popcorn! All ages are welcome! Some films may be considered extreme for younger patrons. Parents/guardians must be present for children 10 and under.

Mocktails & Memories
2023-07-03 11:00 - 12:00
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! Share and reminisce about the old days as you decorate your own wine glass. While you’re here enjoy a refreshing mocktail. You’ll receive a mocktail recipe book to take home and share with others for your next BBQ.

Book Signing Expo
2023-06-30 14:30 - 15:30, 2023-06-30 10:00 - 11:00
Come and show your support to some local authors in Meridian and surrounding areas.

Bingo
2023-06-29 15:30 - 16:30
The children will participate in 10-letter bingo and win some amazing prizes.

Wink Danenburg - Comedian Juggler
2023-06-29 10:30 - 11:30
Wonder what he’s got up his sleeve?

SRP Escape Room
2023-06-28
Call 601-553-2456 to set up a time to enter the room. Decipher the code. Solve the puzzle. Open the lock. Escape.

Angie Hales' Pony Tales & Petting Zoo
2023-06-27 10:00 - 13:00
Toddlers will get a chance to see and learn about some interesting animals.

Movie Monday - "Big Hero 6"
2023-06-26 14:30 - 16:30
Come to the library for a free movie showing of “Big Hero 6.”

Patriotic Dahlia Wreath
2023-06-26 11:00 - 12:00
Need a touch of red, white, and blue for the Fourth of July? We have a super simple, festive wreath for you to put together. If you want to make this at home, you’ll need the following materials: red, white, and blue cardstock, a piece of cardboard, a hot glue gun, and lots of glue sticks, ribbons, and scissors. Instructions are available in the link below. Be sure to tag us on Facebook and share with us your 4th of July wreath! https://typicallysimple.com/patriotic-paper-dahlia-wreath/

BINGO
2023-06-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-06-19 11:00 - 12:00
Come play BINGO, meet new people, and win prizes!

Buddies & Bubbles
2023-06-23 10:00 - 11:00
Come and join us by the playground at Bonita Lakes Park as we make new friends, read some books, and blow lots of bubbles.

Puzzle Pandemonium
2023-06-22 15:30 - 16:30
Connect with tweens & teens in your community! Puzzle Pandemonium is a chance to team up and compete against your peers and see who can complete their puzzle first! Prizes will be awarded!

One Black Dot Can Be...
2023-06-22 15:30 - 16:30
The children will be given a single black dot and asked to create a picture.

Stories with Marty & Rita
2023-06-20 14:30 - 15:30
Come and listen to Mr. Marty and Ms. Rita as they take you on some amazing journeys through the art of storytelling.

Shake Your Sillies Out
2023-06-20 10:00 - 11:00
Toddlers will participate in a music and movement day.

Movie Monday - "Hidden Figures"
2023-06-19 14:30 - 16:30
All ages are welcome! Some films may be considered extreme for younger patrons. Parents/guardians must be present for children 10 and under.
