Library hours for Thanksgiving holiday.

The library will close early at 4pm on Wednesday, November 27th.

The library will be closed Thursday, November 28th in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

The library will reopen on Friday, November 29th at 9:30am.

Week Calendar

Name: Tapping Into the Past: Tavern Life in Early Connecticut
Start: 2024-11-26T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-26T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Meriden Public Library

Featured Events

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Tapping Into the Past: Tavern Life in Early Connecticut

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Education, History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Taverns in early Connecticut were more than just a place to drink. Travelers and locals alike saw taverns as a place to be entertained, spread news and gossip, have a good meal, an...

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Education, History & Genealogy

Required

Event Details:

Taverns in early Connecticut were more than just a place to drink. Travelers and locals alike saw taverns as a place to be entertained, spread news and gossip, have a good meal, and get a night’s lodging.

Local Author Event

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Author Talk, Civics & Community

Age Group:

Adults, All Ages, Community

Event Details:

Shop Local and Read Local!Join us at the Meriden Public Library’s first-ever Local Author Book FairSaturday, November 30 from 1 to 4 p.m.Community Room 1+2+3Meet and support local ...

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3

Age Group: Adults, All Ages, Community

Program Type: Author Talk, Civics & Community

Required

Event Details:

Shop Local and Read Local!

Join us at the Meriden Public Library’s first-ever Local Author Book Fair

Saturday, November 30 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Community Room 1+2+3

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Yak & Wrap Holiday Workshop

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room 2+3 at Meriden Public Library

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Art & Crafts, Holiday

Age Group:

Adults

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Do you struggle with wrapping holiday presents every year? Do your wrapped presents look like you fought with a roll of wrapping paper and lost? Come on in to socialize, enjoy some...

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 2+3

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Art & Crafts, Holiday

Required

Event Details:

Do you struggle with wrapping holiday presents every year? Do your wrapped presents look like you fought with a roll of wrapping paper and lost?

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De-Stress with Furry Scaly Friends

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Nature/Wildlife

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

We know that the holiday season can get stressful! Let Furry Scaly Friends help you de-stress with an unforgettable, hands-on experience.Get up close and personal with ou...

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Nature/Wildlife

Required

Event Details:

We know that the holiday season can get stressful! Let Furry Scaly Friends help you de-stress with an unforgettable, hands-on experience.

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The Strategic Significance of the Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Education, History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

The Strategic Significance of the Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor will not dwell on the attack itself as opposed to the why? Why did the Japanese attack a sleeping U.S. Pacific Fle...

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Education, History & Genealogy

Required

Event Details:

The Strategic Significance of the Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor will not dwell on the attack itself as opposed to the why? Why did the Japanese attack a sleeping U.S. Pacific Fleet in Hawaii?

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18th Century Chocolate Making

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Education, Food/Cooking, History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults, All Ages, Community

Event Details:

Witness the art of chocolate-making as it was in the 18th century!Pewter Pot Chocolates will demonstrate the traditional methods of transforming the humble cacao bean into a rich, ...

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3

Age Group: Adults, All Ages, Community

Program Type: Education, Food/Cooking, History & Genealogy

Required

Event Details:

Witness the art of chocolate-making as it was in the 18th century!

Personalized Mandala Canvas Tote Bags

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Art & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Join nature artist Denise Smith for a fun craft experience.Create your own canvas tote bag decorated with a mandala stencil and words of affirmation.

Open

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Art & Crafts

Required

Event Details:

Join nature artist Denise Smith for a fun craft experience.

Create your own canvas tote bag decorated with a mandala stencil and words of affirmation.

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10 am	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-12)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Community" group. Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 10:00am - 11:00am Children, Babies & Toddlers, School Age, Teens, Tweens (Ages 8-12), Adults, All Ages, Community This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-12)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Community" group. 10:00am - 11:00am Children, Babies & Toddlers, School Age, Teens, Tweens (Ages 8-12), Adults, All Ages, Community Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, School Age, Teens, Tweens (Ages 8-12), Adults, All Ages, Community Program Type: , Special Event Event Details: Join us as we kick off our Grand Opening Celebration with a ribbon cutting and light refreshments.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-12)" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. BringtheHoopla: Adaptive Program for All Ages 10:00am - 10:30am Children, Babies & Toddlers, School Age, Teens, Tweens (Ages 8-12), All Ages Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-12)" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3 Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, School Age, Teens, Tweens (Ages 8-12), All Ages Program Type: Required Event Details: 10:00-10:30AM \| ADAPTIVE PROGRAM FOR ALL AGES The adaptive program is ideal for children and teens with special needs. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. BringtheHoopla: PRE-K Program 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Babies & Toddlers Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3 Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Required Event Details: 10:30AM-11:00AM \| PRE-K \|AGES 3-5 This session is designed for children ages 3-5.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. BringtheHoopla: Happy Hoopin' 11:15am - 12:15pm Children, School Age Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3 Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Required Event Details: 11:15AM-12:15PM \| HAPPY HOOPIN’ \| AGES 6-12 This hour-long session is designed for children ages 6-12.
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1 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Community" group. Ali the Balloon Guy 1:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages, Community This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Community" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages, Community Program Type: Event Details: Enjoy beautiful balloon creations by Ali the Balloon Guy! He will be walking around the children’s department and the library’s entryway twisting balloons for library visitors. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Community" group. Face Painting by Empress Carrero Face Paint 1:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages, Community This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Community" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages, Community Program Type: Event Details: Stop by the library between 1-3PM and get your face painted by renowned Meriden small business, Empress Carrero Face Paint! This Program is Sponsored by Ball Headz, Meriden Youth Nonprofit.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Community" group. Meriden: Then and Now! Kick off Event with the Meriden Historical Society 1:00pm - 4:00pm All Ages, Community This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Community" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 Age Group: All Ages, Community Program Type: , Special Event Event Details: Help the Meriden Historical Society as they embark on an extraordinary journey through time. We invite you to help capture the essence of eight decades of life, dreams, and transformation in our city.
2 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Virtual Program: Author Talk with Charles Soule: New York Times Bestselling Author of Daredevil & She-Hulk 2:00pm - 3:00pm Teens, Adults Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Event Calendar Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Event Details: Register here
3 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Community" group. "Find Your Voice" Family Concert with Al deCant 3:00pm - 3:45pm Children, Babies & Toddlers, School Age, All Ages, Community Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Community" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3 Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, School Age, All Ages, Community Program Type: Required Event Details: 3:00PM \| ALL AGES \| REGISTRATION ENCOURAGED FOR A REMINDER EMAIL

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