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LEGO Marble Maze Challenge

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Children's Project Room at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Design and build your own tabletop LEGO maze. Test your design by navigating a ball through your maze, and then try everyone else's design.

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Children's Project Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Games
Required
Event Details:

Design and build your own tabletop LEGO maze.

Test your design by navigating a ball through your maze, and then try everyone else's design.

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Learn How to Play the Ukulele (Kids)

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Education, Music, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tweens (Ages 8-12)
Event Details:

One instructor, 24 ukuleles, and a really good time! Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukule...

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens (Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Education, Music, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

One instructor, 24 ukuleles, and a really good time!

Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary.

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DIY Kaleidoscope Craft

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Project Room at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

We can't wait to see the kaleidoscope you create out of upcycled materials and beads. This event is best suited to children ages 5 years-old and older. Registration Required.

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Children's Project Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

We can't wait to see the kaleidoscope you create out of upcycled materials and beads.

This event is best suited to children ages 5 years-old and older. Registration Required.

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Recycled Flower Craft

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Project Room at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Civics & Community
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Create beautiful flowers out of a recycled materials and craft supplies. Use one of our designs or create your own! For ages 5-11.

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Children's Project Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Civics & Community
Required
Event Details:

Create beautiful flowers out of a recycled materials and craft supplies.

Use one of our designs or create your own! For ages 5-11.

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Book Nook

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Craft a book nook from your favorite read, genre or movie! We will be using recycled materials to create these portals to another world.

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Craft a book nook from your favorite read, genre or movie!

We will be using recycled materials to create these portals to another world.

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STEAM Pom Pom Shooter

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Games, STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us to make your own pom-pom shooter out of cups, paper craft rolls, pool noodles, a balloon and more. After you make your creation test out how far your pom-pom...

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Games, STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Join us to make your own pom-pom shooter out of cups, paper craft rolls, pool noodles, a balloon and more. After you make your creation test out how far your pom-pom go.

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Magician Ed Pop

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ed Popielarczyk is a professional magician, balloon sculptor, flea circus ringmaster, and storyteller. He has been entertaining children and family audiences for over 40 years...

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Event Details:

Ed Popielarczyk is a professional magician, balloon sculptor, flea circus ringmaster, and storyteller. He has been entertaining children and family audiences for over 40 years.

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Plastic Jar Lantern

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Project Room at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Civics & Community
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Create your own lovely lantern using upcycled materials, tissue paper, mod podge, and string. This craft is best suited for children ages 5 years-old and order. Registration req...

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Children's Project Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Civics & Community
Required
Event Details:

Create your own lovely lantern using upcycled materials, tissue paper, mod podge, and string.

This craft is best suited for children ages 5 years-old and order. Registration required.

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Diverse Storytelling

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Author Talk, Education, Special Event
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Following a storytelling performance by Len Cabral, learn how to use movement, gesture, voice and silence to tell your own stories. This program is generously funded by a grant ...

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Author Talk, Education, Special Event
Required
Event Details:

Following a storytelling performance by Len Cabral, learn how to use movement, gesture, voice and silence to tell your own stories.

This program is generously funded by a grant provided by the James H. Napier Foundation.

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Paper Mache Bowls

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Children's Project Room at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us to paint a bowl made out of paper mache. This event is best suited for children 5 years-old and older and siblings are welcome. Registration required.

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Children's Project Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Join us to paint a bowl made out of paper mache.

This event is best suited for children 5 years-old and older and siblings are welcome. Registration required.

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LEGO Mosaic Party with Conn Lug

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Come create a beautiful Lego mosaic to be put on display in the library for all to enjoy! Conn Lug the Lego enthusiast group will be here to assist in creating a beautiful mosai...

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Games
Required
Event Details:

Come create a beautiful Lego mosaic to be put on display in the library for all to enjoy!

Conn Lug the Lego enthusiast group will be here to assist in creating a beautiful mosaic for our library.

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Beaded Keychains

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Project Room at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Get your backpack ready for school with a shiny new beaded keychain. We'll have a variety of beads available to make the perfect keychain just for you!

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Children's Project Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Get your backpack ready for school with a shiny new beaded keychain.

We'll have a variety of beads available to make the perfect keychain just for you!

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Back to School Blues Party

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Sadly, the summer has come to an end... Attend our Back to School Blues Party! Create your own paper, play some games and get in some last minute summer fun!

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Games
Required
Event Details:

Sadly, the summer has come to an end...


Attend our Back to School Blues Party! Create your own paper, play some games and get in some last minute summer fun!

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Summer Block Party Finale

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1+2 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Games, Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of summer reading with crafts, music, giant lawn games and more for all ages! Adults are welcome to participate with family or join in end of&nb...

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Games, Special Event
Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of summer reading with crafts, music, giant lawn games and more for all ages!

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Summer Block Party Finale

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Games, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of summer reading with crafts, music, giant lawn games and more for all ages! Adults are welcome to participate with family or join in end of&nb...

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Games, Special Event
Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of summer reading with crafts, music, giant lawn games and more for all ages!

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Tales and Origami for Teens

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 5 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Education, Special Event, Travel & Culture
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

During this 90-minute program, Motoko will tell traditional tales, full of humor and mystery, and discuss how Japanese folklore has inspired games and anime in the U.S. a...

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Education, Special Event, Travel & Culture
Required
Event Details:

During this 90-minute program, Motoko will tell traditional tales, full of humor and mystery, and discuss how Japanese folklore has inspired games and anime in the U.S. and around the world.

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Soro-Bindi Performance

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Education, Music, Special Event, Travel & Culture
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Learn all about Ghanaian dances, songs and stories during this interactive performance with Iddi Saaka, an award winning West African dance and music performance artist and teacher...

Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Education, Music, Special Event, Travel & Culture
Required
Event Details:

Learn all about Ghanaian dances, songs and stories during this interactive performance with Iddi Saaka, an award winning West African dance and music performance artist and teacher.