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. 

Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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Tech Topics: Intro to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Monday, November 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 5 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Technology Class

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

In this session, patrons will become more familiar with artificial intelligence and understand the benefits and risks associated with using Chat GPT.

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this session, patrons will become more familiar with artificial intelligence and understand the benefits and risks associated with using Chat GPT.

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Basic One-to-One Computer Classes with Jane

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Technology Class

Age Group:

Adults

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 sear...

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6
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?

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Sound Healing Meditation

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Join Daria Ann for a transformative sound healing meditation session featuring quartz crystal sound bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, and a variety of other soothing sound healing inst...

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Daria Ann for a transformative sound healing meditation session featuring quartz crystal sound bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, and a variety of other soothing sound healing instruments.

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Life Hacks Series: Journaling for Beginners

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room 6 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Art & Crafts, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Perhaps you have thought about writing or starting a journal, but are looking for some inspiration…Explore the benefits of journaling in this introductory program! We will discuss ...

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Perhaps you have thought about writing or starting a journal, but are looking for some inspiration…

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Hidden History of Meriden: Author Talk with Justin Piccirillo

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Author Talk, Education, History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Join local author Justin Piccirillo for a book talk at the Meriden Public Library.In Hidden History of Meriden, author and educator Justin Piccirillo uncovers the rich and often ov...

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Education, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join local author Justin Piccirillo for a book talk at the Meriden Public Library.

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Read Local - MPL Local Author Book Fair

Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Author Talk

Age Group:

Adults, Community

Event Details:

Read Local!Join us at the Meriden Public Library’s Local Author Book Fair.Saturday, November 22 from 1 to 4 p.m.Community RoomMeet and support local authors. Books available for pu...

Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Adults, Community
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Read Local!

Join us at the Meriden Public Library’s Local Author Book Fair.

Saturday, November 22 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Community Room

Meet and support local authors. Books available for purchase and signing.

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Ren Faire at the Library: Laurel City Medieval Weapons Demonstration

Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 1+2+3 at Meriden Public Library

Program Type:

Games, Special Event

Age Group:

Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Tweens (Ages 8-12), Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Swords, and daggers, and poleaxes, oh my!Come watch as our friends from Laurel City Historical Fencing explain how the past can be fun in the present. Step into the world of knight...

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!

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Practice English Conversation

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Bilingual, Civics & Community, Education
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!

Reading Buddies- Kid Sign Up

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, School Age
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children, School Age
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. 

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.

Teddy Bear Clinic with Meriden Health Department

10:00am–11:30am
Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Children's Project Room
Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

To register for this program, please call Elizabeth, our Public Health Educator, at 203-630-4288 or email edemerchant@meridenct.gov. 

CCALC - Changing Perceptions of CT

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Castle Craig Adult Learning Center, Education
Event Details:

Connecticut is redefining its reputation in the crowded landscape and standing out nationally by connecting with people, businesses and travelers. 

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. 

Hidden History of Meriden: Author Talk with Justin Piccirillo

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Education, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join local author Justin Piccirillo for a book talk at the Meriden Public Library.

Practice English Conversation

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Bilingual, Civics & Community, Education
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!

Jane Austen: Book Discussion

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate the 250th birthday of one of literature’s most beloved authors—Jane Austen!

Jane Austen: Movie Night

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2+3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Education, Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate the 250th birthday of one of literature’s most beloved authors—Jane Austen!

Jane Austen: Trivia

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room 6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Education, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate the 250th birthday of one of literature’s most beloved authors—Jane Austen!

Life Hacks Series: Time Management

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness, Tax & Finance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you struggle with getting everything on your to do list done in a timely manner?

FREE Pop-Up Community Naloxone Training

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
Elizabeth from the Meriden Department of Health and Human Services will be at the library in Meeting Room 5 from 10:30 - 11:30am providing free pop-up Naloxone training. This is a drop in style training that takes less than 10 minutes!

FREE Pop-Up Community Naloxone Training

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
Elizabeth from the Meriden Department of Health and Human Services will be at the library in Meeting Room 5 from 10:30 - 11:30am providing free pop-up Naloxone training. This is a drop in style training that takes less than 10 minutes!

FREE Pop-Up Community Naloxone Training

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
Elizabeth from the Meriden Department of Health and Human Services will be at the library in Meeting Room 5 from 10:30 - 11:30am providing free pop-up Naloxone training. This is a drop in style training that takes less than 10 minutes!

FREE Pop-Up Community Naloxone Training

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
Elizabeth from the Meriden Department of Health and Human Services will be at the library in Meeting Room 5 from 10:30 - 11:30am providing free pop-up Naloxone training. This is a drop in style training that takes less than 10 minutes!

FREE Pop-Up Community Naloxone Training

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
Elizabeth from the Meriden Department of Health and Human Services will be at the library in Meeting Room 5 from 10:30 - 11:30am providing free pop-up Naloxone training. This is a drop in style training that takes less than 10 minutes!

FREE Pop-Up Community Naloxone Training

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meriden Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
Elizabeth from the Meriden Department of Health and Human Services will be at the library in Meeting Room 5 from 10:30 - 11:30am providing free pop-up Naloxone training. This is a drop in style training that takes less than 10 minutes!