Library Closed on Tuesday, November 11th

The library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. We will reopen on Wednesday, November 12th at 9:30am. 

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Ping Pong Showdown

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Make sure to stretch before coming to the teen room for the ultimate ping pong competition. Earn bragging rights in what is sure to be an intense afternoon. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Pizza Party

5:30pm–6:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food/Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate National Pizza Day at the library with us! Enjoy a couple slices with some soda after battling it out in our Ping Pong Showdown. Please note any allergies when registering. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Reading Buddies- Teen Sign Up

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens, High School
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Children's Department - Tables
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick your book, pick your buddy and start reading! Reading Buddies allows elementary students to practice reading with a teen buddy. This program is intended for teens in high school and school aged children in grades 3 through 5.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Give Me A Break- Teen LoFi Hour

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Spend a quiet hour in the teen library listening to Lo-Fi music while studying, reading, or just hanging out for a quick recharge. This is a quick, once a month tech free hour for the teen room.
 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Yarn Darlings

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make knit happen! And crochet too!

Stop by to learn basic crochet and knitting skills.

It doesn’t matter if you are a lefty or a righty we can help you.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Girls Inc Visit

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education, Games
Event Details:

Come to the library for a social learning meet up with Lex from Girls Inc! Play a couple of games and learn some new skills. 

This is a free, drop-in program for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12. No registration required. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Art Club: Drawing Hands

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Event Details:

Learn the ins and outs of drawing one of the hardest parts of a person to draw! Practice different techniques and styles to learn which one suits you best!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Street Fighter 6

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

I hope you have been practicing! Come to the teen room to battle it out in Street Fighter 6. A traditional bracket will be used to determine the winner. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Crafty Critters: Seed Dragonflies

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own magical dragonfly out of maple leaves and twigs. Decorate your creation to be as realistic or fantastical as you want. 

Registration requested. This program is for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Yap & Snack

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food/Cooking, Special Event
Event Details:

Let your frustrations out over snacks so you can start your weekend fresh!

This is a free, drop-in event for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12. No registration required. 

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Ren Faire at the Library: Laurel City Medieval Weapons Demonstration

1:30pm–3:30pm
Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Tweens (Ages 8-12), Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Tweens (Ages 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Swords, and daggers, and poleaxes, oh my!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Civics & Community
Event Details:

Join the monthly Teen Advisory Board meeting to make sure your voice is heard! Share your ideas and opinions on how to improve your section of the library. Attendees will receive one hour of community service.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Rainbow Roundtable

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Civics & Community, LGBTQ+
Event Details:

The Rainbow Roundtable is a LGBTQIA+ oriented club where we talk about what we are reading, watching and listening to that’s LGBTQIA+ related. This month we will be making pronoun buttons!
 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Indoor Snowball Fight

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, Special Event
Event Details:

Skip the cold and the damp mittens and get ready to battle it out with your friends in this indoor snowball fight.

This is a free, drop-in program for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12. No registration required. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

DIY Picture Frames

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Event Details:

Get ready for the gift giving season by making a DIY picture frame out of popsicle sticks, perler beads and more. 

This is a free, drop-in program. No registration required. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Life 101: Finding Things To Do

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Bored and not sure where to go or what to do? Learn all about local hangouts, events and ideas for finding fun during the winter. 

This is a free, drop-in program for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Design Your Own Bag!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Event Details:

Come to the teen room to create the perfect tote bag! We will be using fabric paint, stencils and other supplies to create your new favorite accessory. 

This is a free, drop-in program for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your favorite photos or pick fun designs from magazines and damaged books to decorate your very own magnets. 

This is a free, drop-in program for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Wooden Gingerbread Houses for Teens

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Holiday
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get your crafting skills warmed up for this festive competition. Make your wooden gingerbread house sweet, scary or something in-between. Your creations will be judged by a super-secret selection of librarians.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Girls Inc Teen Circle

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Pull up a chair for this month’s teen circle with Girls Inc. Youth grades 7-12 are invited to come talk about speaking up for what matters, managing money, and building valuable life skills.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Art Club: Color Theory

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Event Details:

Come to this month’s teen art club to learn all about the color wheel and color theory. We will be focusing on how to mix colors out of primary colors. 

This is a free, drop-in program for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Kit Kat Taste Test

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food/Cooking
Event Details:

How much do you love free candy? Enough to blind test mystery flavors? Come to the teen room if you think your taste buds can handle it. 

This is a free, drop-in program is for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

New Music Mondays

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Come listen to December’s recently released music or music that is new to you. Teens are welcome to give suggestions but they must be library appropriate. 

This is a free, drop-in program for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Yap & Snack

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food/Cooking, Special Event
Event Details:

Let your frustrations out over snacks so you can start your weekend fresh!

This is a free, drop-in event for teens ages 12-18 and in grades 6-12. No registration required.