This event is in the "Adults" group Booktok Bookclub Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room 5 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults 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! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Booktok Bookclub 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Event Calendar Program Type: Author Talk Age Group: Adults Register Here View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Library Branch: Virtual Event Calendar Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talk Event Details: Register Here
This event is in the "Adults" group Blackout Poetry Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Art & Crafts Age Group: Adults Join us for a bonus adult craft, where we will be doing Blackout Poetry.This creative process allows anyone to create art and poetry without the pressure of a blank page. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Blackout Poetry 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a bonus adult craft, where we will be doing Blackout Poetry.This creative process allows anyone to create art and poetry without the pressure of a blank page.
This event is in the "Adults" group Frost Etch and Paint Pint Glasses Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Art & Crafts Age Group: Adults Join us for a crafting event that is sure to quench that thirst for creativity.Come down and learn how to “frost etch” and paint glasses in this special program designed for even the most novice of crafters. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Frost Etch and Paint Pint Glasses 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Waitlist Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a crafting event that is sure to quench that thirst for creativity.Come down and learn how to “frost etch” and paint glasses in this special program designed for even the most novice of crafters.
This event is in the "Adults" group Classics Clique Discussion Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room 5 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults 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. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Classics Clique Discussion 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Monthly Craft Night - Impressionist Koi Fish Finger Painting Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Art & Crafts Age Group: Adults Join us as we paint an impressionist koi fish using only a few colors and your fingers!All supplies are provided. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Adult Monthly Craft Night - Impressionist Koi Fish Finger Painting 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Full Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us as we paint an impressionist koi fish using only a few colors and your fingers!All supplies are provided.
This event is in the "Adults" group Swashbuckling Heroines and High Seas Adventures with Novelist Vanessa Riley Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Event Calendar Program Type: Author Talk Age Group: Adults Register Here View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Swashbuckling Heroines and High Seas Adventures with Novelist Vanessa Riley 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Library Branch: Virtual Event Calendar Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talk Event Details: Register Here
This event is in the "High School" group This event is in the "Adults" group History of the Blues 101 Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: History & Genealogy, Music Age Group: High School, Adults Discover the history of blues music in America from its origins in the African American tradition of the deep south to the present. The roots of rock and roll, jazz and even hip hop can be traced to this important form. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "High School" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 7 2026 Sat History of the Blues 101 2:00pm–3:00pm High School, Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3 Age Group: High School, Adults Program Type: History & Genealogy, Music Registration Required Event Details: Discover the history of blues music in America from its origins in the African American tradition of the deep south to the present. The roots of rock and roll, jazz and even hip hop can be traced to this important form.
This event is in the "Adults" group Tech Topics: Tech Phrases You Need to Know Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room 5 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults In this session, you will learn some basic and necessary tech terms for everyday people.At the end of this session, you will better understand common tech terms that can make navigating the digital world easier! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Tech Topics: Tech Phrases You Need to Know 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: In this session, you will learn some basic and necessary tech terms for everyday people.At the end of this session, you will better understand common tech terms that can make navigating the digital world easier!
This event is in the "Adults" group What's Next? Book Club Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room 5 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults The Spy Coast by Tess Gerritsen Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 11 2026 Wed What's Next? Book Club 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: The Spy Coast by Tess Gerritsen
This event is in the "Adults" group Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Virtual Event Calendar Program Type: Author Talk Age Group: Adults Register Here View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Library Branch: Virtual Event Calendar Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talk Event Details: Register Here
This event is in the "Adults" group Practice English Conversation Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room 5 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Bilingual Age Group: Adults Join us to practice speaking English in a fun and comfortable environment!*Some knowledge of English is recommended.*¡Únete a nosotros para practicar inglés en un ambiente divertido y cómodo! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Practice English Conversation 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Bilingual Registration Required Event Details: Join us to practice speaking English in a fun and comfortable environment!*Some knowledge of English is recommended.*¡Únete a nosotros para practicar inglés en un ambiente divertido y cómodo!
This event is in the "Adults" group Creating Beats in Ableton Live Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Digital Media Lab at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults Join us in the Digital Media Lab as we learn to create beats in Ableton Live! In this program, we will learn to program drum patterns, bass grooves, and keyboard parts using Ableton Live. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Creating Beats in Ableton Live 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Digital Media Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Join us in the Digital Media Lab as we learn to create beats in Ableton Live! In this program, we will learn to program drum patterns, bass grooves, and keyboard parts using Ableton Live.
This event is in the "Adults" group The Amistad Story: Connecticut’s Role in the Fight for Freedom Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Education, History & Genealogy Age Group: Adults This engaging session takes participants on a journey through the lives of the 53 Africans, how their freedom was interrupted, and how Connecticut played a major role in the abolitionist movement. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 14 2026 Sat The Amistad Story: Connecticut’s Role in the Fight for Freedom 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Education, History & Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: This engaging session takes participants on a journey through the lives of the 53 Africans, how their freedom was interrupted, and how Connecticut played a major role in the abolitionist movement.
This event is in the "Adults" group Read Around the World Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room 1 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Book Club, Travel & Culture Age Group: Adults READ AROUND THE WORLD BOOK GROUP GOES TO IRAQ.This is a quarterly reading group featuring global literary fiction. We travel through books, getting a glimpse of different countries, cultures and customs. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Read Around the World 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club, Travel & Culture Registration Required Event Details: READ AROUND THE WORLD BOOK GROUP GOES TO IRAQ.This is a quarterly reading group featuring global literary fiction. We travel through books, getting a glimpse of different countries, cultures and customs.
This event is in the "Adults" group Basic One-to-One Computer Classes with Jane Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room 4 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults Do you struggle with using computers – such as with typing, operating a computer mouse, using an application such as Microsoft Word, saving a file, navigating a web browser to search online, and/or creating an email account? View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Basic One-to-One Computer Classes with Jane 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 4 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: Do you struggle with using computers – such as with typing, operating a computer mouse, using an application such as Microsoft Word, saving a file, navigating a web browser to search online, and/or creating an email account?
This event is in the "Adults" group Matinee Monday Her (2013) Monday, February 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Film Age Group: Adults From the unique perspective of Oscar®-nominated filmmaker Spike Jonze (Being John Malkovich, Adaptation) comes an original love story that explores the evolving nature -- and the risks -- of intimacy in the modern world. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Matinee Monday Her (2013) 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Film Registration Required Event Details: From the unique perspective of Oscar®-nominated filmmaker Spike Jonze (Being John Malkovich, Adaptation) comes an original love story that explores the evolving nature -- and the risks -- of intimacy in the modern world.
This event is in the "Adults" group Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Virtual Event Calendar Program Type: Author Talk, Education, History & Genealogy Age Group: Adults Register Here View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Library Branch: Virtual Event Calendar Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talk, Education, History & Genealogy Event Details: Register Here
This event is in the "Adults" group Classics Clique Movie Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults 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. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Classics Clique Movie 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Booktok Bookclub Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room 5 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults 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! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Booktok Bookclub 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group Classics Clique Discussion Monday, March 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room 5 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 2 2026 Mon Classics Clique Discussion 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Upcoming Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Humor, Heart, and Reflective Rural Stories with Michael Perry Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Virtual Event Calendar Program Type: Author Talk Age Group: Adults Register Here View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 4 2026 Wed Humor, Heart, and Reflective Rural Stories with Michael Perry 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Library Branch: Virtual Event Calendar Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talk Event Details: Register Here
This event is in the "Adults" group Winter Reading Wrap-Up Party Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Special Event Age Group: Adults Join us for the 2026 Adult Winter Reading Wrap-up Party, where we will enjoy refreshments, sip tea, play trivia, and announce the lucky winners for the 2026 Winter Reading Challenge. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 7 2026 Sat Winter Reading Wrap-Up Party 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Upcoming Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Special Event Registration Required Event Details: Join us for the 2026 Adult Winter Reading Wrap-up Party, where we will enjoy refreshments, sip tea, play trivia, and announce the lucky winners for the 2026 Winter Reading Challenge.
This event is in the "Adults" group What's Next? Book Club Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room 5 at Meriden Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults While Justice Sleeps: A Thriller by Stacey Abrams Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 11 2026 Wed What's Next? Book Club 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Upcoming Library Branch: Meriden Public Library Room: Meeting Room 5 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: While Justice Sleeps: A Thriller by Stacey Abrams