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

Program Type:

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

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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?

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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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Time	Mon (9/25)	Tue (9/26)	Wed (9/27)	Thu (9/28)	Fri (9/29)	Sat (9/30)
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Rhyme Time 10:30am - 11:30am 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: Children's Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning Required Event Details: Ages 0-12 months \| Registration Required	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. American Job Center Table 10:00am - 12:00pm Teens, Adults 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: Meriden Public Library Room: Entrance Hallway Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Civics & Community Event Details: The American Job Center will be setting up a table in the entrance hallway. All patrons interested in finding a new job are encouraged to stop by! This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Wiggle Worms 10:30am - 11:30am 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: Children's Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning Required Event Details: Ages 1-3 \| Registration Required		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am 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: Children's Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning Required Event Details: Ages 3-5 \| Registration Required This storytime is filled with songs, stories, puppets, and fun activities to develop your child's love of reading. Stay after storytime is over for playtime. Siblings are welcome.
11 am						This event is in the "Children" group. Bilingual Storytime (Cuentacuentos) 11:00am - 11:30am Children Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Children's Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime & Early Learning Required Event Details: Ages 2-5 \| Registration Required Enjoy books, movement, and songs in both English and Spanish. We will read books celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Siblings are welcome.
12 pm
1 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Due To Illness - CCALC - Ancient Icons 1:00pm - 2:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Castle Craig Adult Learning Center, History & Genealogy, Special Event, Travel & Culture Event Details: After travelling in Eastern Europe and the Middle East, Rev. Cowing decided to try his hand at replicating some of the icons that he saw in his travels.	This event is in the "Adults" group. CCALC - Travels in Japan 1:00pm - 2:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. 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: Adults Program Type: Castle Craig Adult Learning Center, Special Event, Travel & Culture Event Details: Explore the culture of Japan during one week in Tokyo and four weeks in Kyoto. Learn about people who look out for each other and are always willing to share their history.	This event is in the "Adults" group. CCALC - Prudence Crandall Museum 1:00pm - 2:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. 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: Adults Program Type: Castle Craig Adult Learning Center, Special Event Event Details: Learn with Joanie DiMartino, curator of the Prudence Crandall Museum, about how Prudence Crandall and Sarah Harris played a role in striving for educational equality.		This event is in the "Teens" group. DIY (Do It Yourself) Basketball Shelf 1:00pm - 2:30pm Teens Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art & Crafts Required Event Details: Learn how to make a shelf for your room out of an old basketball and thick cardboard. These shelves are great for displaying trinkets and memorabilia. PG
2 pm
3 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Coloring Club! 3:00pm - 4:00pm Teens, Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Art & Crafts Required Event Details: Join us to relax and unwind by coloring various designs! All coloring supplies will be provided. JZ/pah
4 pm	Library Board Meeting 4:30pm - 6:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Spanish Conversation Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens, Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Bilingual Required Event Details: Join us for a fun, relaxing conversation hour to practice your Spanish. This program is recommended for those who have some knowledge of Spanish. Ages 12 and up. BB This event is in the "Children" group. Colors of My Jewish Year: Orange 4:30pm - 5:00pm Children Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: zChildren's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Special Event Required Event Details: Ages 3-8 \| Registration Required Colors of my Jewish Year: Orange כָּתֹם	This event is in the "Teens" group. DIY (Do It Yourself) Bookmark 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art & Crafts Required Event Details: Create your own animal bookmark using wool and needle felting techniques. Learn a new skill and leave with an adorable creation. PG
5 pm
6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-12)" group. Trading Card Game Club 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens, Tweens (Ages 8-12) Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-12)" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens, Tweens (Ages 8-12) Required Event Details: Bring your friends and your cards and challenge each other to a duel. Don't forget your duplicate cards for trading. Players of Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon Trading Card Game, Yu-Gi-Oh!	This event is in the "Teens" group. Manga Club 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Book Club, Other, Special Event 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. PG This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:30pm 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: Children's Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning Required Event Details: Ages 0-5 \| Registration Required Join Miss Melissa each week for stories, songs, and crafts. Older siblings are welcome. MM/AJ	Reservation Social Security and Medicare Education 6:00pm - 7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 Purpose of Meeting Social Security and Medicare education with Good Advice Group.
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8 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. Virtual Event - On Writing Three International Bestsellers: An Author Talk with Amor Towles 8:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Virtual Event 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: Adults Program Type: Special Event Event Details: Register Here Please tune in as we chat online with New York Times bestselling author Amor Towles about his incredible body of work.

Library hours for Thanksgiving holiday.

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