Upcoming Events

Name: Custom Groove Jazz Concert
Start: 2024-04-27T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-04-27T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Meriden Public Library

Featured Events

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Custom Groove Jazz Concert

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Music

Age Group:

Community

Event Details:

Custom Groove mixes great instrumental and vocal jazz tunes by the likes of Bob James, Spyro Gyra, and Chuck Mangione, with arrangements of classic pop songs and timeless stan

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3

Age Group: Community

Program Type: Music

Registration Required

Event Details:

Custom Groove mixes great instrumental and vocal jazz tunes by the likes of Bob James, Spyro Gyra, and Chuck Mangione, with arrangements of classic pop songs and timeless standards. Please note this concert will be filmed for publicity....

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Pipe Cleaner Flowers

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Children's Project Room at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Art & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, School Age

Event Details:

Create a beautiful bouquet of flowers including daffodils, daisies, hyacinths and tulips.

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Children's Project Room

Age Group: Children, School Age

Program Type: Art & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Create a beautiful bouquet of flowers including daffodils, daisies, hyacinths and tulips. ...

Historic Meriden

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Civics & Community, Education, History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults, Community

Event Details:

Since its inception over 300 years ago, Meriden has influenced the world in a variety of aspects, from manufacturing to sports and from art to politics. Join Meriden historian,

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3

Age Group: Adults, Community

Program Type: Civics & Community, Education, History & Genealogy

Registration Required

Event Details:

Since its inception over 300 years ago, Meriden has influenced the world in a variety of aspects, from manufacturing to sports and from art to politics. Join Meriden historian, Justin Piccirillo, as he takes you on an astounding journey into the o...

Take Great Photos with your Smartphone

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Art & Crafts, Education, Technology Class

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Community

Event Details:

Take Great Photos with your Smartphone – The quality of smartphone cameras is improving rapidly. Their capabilities extend far beyond what some people primarily use them for... tak

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Community

Program Type: Art & Crafts, Education, Technology Class

Registration Required

Event Details:

Take Great Photos with your Smartphone – The quality of smartphone cameras is improving rapidly. Their capabilities extend far beyond what some people primarily use them for... taking selfies. In many situations, they work quite well as stand-ins for...

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Keeping Kids Safe from Online Scams

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Adults

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 5

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Education, Technology Class

Registration Required

Event Details:

Michelle Bourdeau, Educational Foundation Director of the Better Business Bureau® Foundation of CT, will provide information on safeguarding minors from online scams. From recognizing common scams to practicing online privacy, this program eq...

Recycled Paper Animal Portrait

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Teens

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Art & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Create an animal portrait out of recycled paper, books and magazines. ...

Summer Reading Kick Off : Book Swap

1:00pm - 3:00pm

All Ages

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Special Event

Registration Required

Event Details:

We can't wait to see you here! Patrons of all ages are welcome to bring in books to swap with other patrons. While patrons are here, they are welcome to sign up for summer reading in-person. Any books donated left over from the event will be given...

Queer History Jeopardy

1:00pm - 4:30pm

All Ages

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 5

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Games, History & Genealogy, LGBTQ+

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join Meriden Pride to celebrate Pride month by competing in Queer History Jeopardy! Learn about all things LGBTQIA+ and maybe win a prize! ...

Creepy Upcycled Toy Planters

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Teens

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Art & Crafts, Nature/Wildlife

Registration Required

Event Details:

Create a creepy planter out of old dolls and other toys! This weird pot can be used as a decoration or to hold plants. ...

Sustainable Local Eats with ShopRite of Wallingford Registered Dietitian: Marisa McCoy MS, RD

11:00am - 12:00pm

School Age

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: School Age

Program Type: Education, Food/Cooking, Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn about the wonderful local produce Connecticut offers at this kid centered program. Children will have the opportunity to create a healthy snack. This program is best suited for children ages 5-11. Registration is required. ...

Nutmeg Newts Book Club

6:00pm - 6:45pm

Children, School Age, Tweens (Ages 8-12)

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Children's Storytime Room

Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens (Ages 8-12)

Program Type: Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for our all new monthly book club the Nutmeg Newts! The Nutmeg Newts Book Club is for children with a 4th through 6th grade reading level. This month we are reading The Lion of Mars by Jennifer L. Holm. Read the book on your own and then j...

Teen Gardening Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Teens

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Teen Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Food/Cooking, Health & Wellness, Nature/Wildlife

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn how to garden in this monthly meetup! Check out the teen cooking club in August where we will use what we grow! ...

Classics Clique Movie

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Adults

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club, Film

Registration Required

Event Details:

This club is for people who love classics, or who just want to try reading more of them. There will be a group book to read every month, as well as a viewing of the movie adaptation. In this meeting, we will be watching the mov...

Wiggle Worms

10:30am - 11:30am

Babies & Toddlers

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Children's Storytime Room

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers

Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness, Storytime & Early Learning

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join Miss Holly for special storytime for ages 0-3. This storytime will be filled with songs, puppets, dancing and more. Stay after storytime is over for playtime. ...

Lotería

4:00pm - 5:00pm

All Ages

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Bilingual, Games

Registration Required

Event Details:

Like Bingo? You'll love Lotería. Join us for this bilingual program and play the popular Mexican card game. ...

Instructional Chess Program

6:00pm - 7:00pm

All Ages, Community

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: All Ages, Community

Program Type: Education, Games

Event Details:

An instructional chess program offered for an eight week spring session will feature a premier area instructor. The program is for players of all ages, beginners welcome. The program will include age and skill appropriate group lessons on strategy, i...

Manga Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Teens

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Teen Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

Do you love manga? Join the manga club to talk about your favorite manga, watch anime, meet like-minded people and work on fun projects. ...

Water on the Move

6:00pm - 7:00pm

School Age

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 1+2

Age Group: School Age

Program Type: Civics & Community, Education, Nature/Wildlife, Special Event

Registration Required

Event Details:

Understanding the role of water in Earth's processes begins with understanding its limits and availability. Join Susan Quincy, educational outreach representative of CT DEEP for interesting information on this topic. Students will explore the move...

Booktok Bookclub

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Adults

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 3

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for BookTok Book Club where we discuss books that have trended on social media platforms including TikTok and Instagram. Share thoughts on your latest read or gather ideas for the next one! June Book: Bride by Ali Hazelwood Copies are ...

Egg Carton Critters

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Children

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Children's Project Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Art & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Use your creativity and ingenuity to design and build your own critter out of egg cartons and other craft supplies. Will you make a bug, a flower, a fish or something completely new? For ages 5-11. ...

Family Storytime

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Children

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Children's Storytime Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun evening of stories, songs, dancing and more. This program is geared towards 2-5 year olds, but siblings are always welcome. ...

Monthly Adult Craft Night - Vision Boards

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adults

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Art & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Do you have some goals you want to achieve in 2024? Are you looking for some inspiration? Come to MPL's Adult Monthly Craft Night and create your own vision board! These personalized boards can help provide direction for your future self. ...

Lil Coquíes Bilingual Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am

Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Children's Storytime Room

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime & Early Learning

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join Miss Katerina for Lil Coquíes bilingual storytime filled with music, stories, and Spanish language discovery for your little one! Siblings are welcome. ...

Family Block Party

10:00am - 12:00pm

Children, All Ages, Community

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3

Age Group: Children, All Ages, Community

Program Type: Art & Crafts, Games, Health & Wellness, Music

Registration Required

Event Details:

Beat the heat! Join us for giant lawn games, music, and more inside our air-conditioned building. Registration requested but not required ...

Teen Movie Matinee

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Teens

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Teen Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Film

Registration Required

Event Details:

Vote to pick which movie screens at the biweekly Teen Movie Matinee! Vote in person the day of and enjoy some snacks! ...

Connecticut 169 Club: Your Passport and Guide to Connecticut

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Adults

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Author Talk, Education, Travel

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for a book talk and signing by author and historian Marty Podskoch. His new book, The Connecticut 169 Club: Your Passport and Guide to Exploring Connecticut, encourages travelers to visit all of the towns and villages of our beautiful and uni...

Classics Clique Discussion

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Adults

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 5

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

Recycled UFO

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teens

Registration

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Art & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Celebrate world UFO day by making your own UFO out of recycled materials. Make the aliens proud! ...

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