Upcoming Events

WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Students in grades 3 through 12. HOW DOES IT WORK? Write a scary story of 800 words or less. The story must be your own creation. Stories will be judged on originality, creativity and quality of writing.  Use y...

100 Thousand Poets for Change began in 2011 and is a worldwide movement that takes place every year during the last week of September. Its mission is to promote peace, justice, and environmental sustainability by celebrating community and raising awa...

Learn basic hand and machine sewing techniques with Elaine Jacks. This 4-week course is designed for the sewing beginner and will be hands-on with weekly projects. Open to ages 11 and up. Registration is on the first ...

Babies are invited to bring a parent or caregiver to this fun and engaging storytime.  Featuring simple books, lap bounces, rhymes and songs, this class is designed to help baby build important social, motor and early-literacy skills.  Time...

Babies are invited to bring a parent or caregiver to this fun and engaging storytime.  Featuring simple books, lap bounces, rhymes and songs, this class is designed to help baby build important social, motor and early-literacy skills.  Time...

Relax and enjoy a newer movie each Monday at Mead Library. Here is the fall lineup: Sept. 4: Closed for Labor Day Sept. 11: The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) starring Jack Black and Anya Taylor-Joy; PG; 1h 32m Sept. 13: A Man Called Otto (2022)...

One-on-one help from Mead volunteers. Learn how to: Download library eBooks, audiobooks, magazines and music to your eReader, tablet or other device Use an iPad, Kindle, Android device or smartphone Use a computer or the internet Set-up a...

Part of Mead Library's 2023 Great Decisions speaker series.  Great Decisions: Politics in Latin America Presented by Martin Farrell, Ripon College Electoral results in Latin America over the past few years have led many observers of the re...

Join us in the Story Garden as we sing, read, write, talk and play our way into kindergarten, strengthening the pre and early literacy skills that will help your child be ready for school.  Activities are most appropriate for preschool age ...

Join us in the Story Garden as we sing, read, write, talk and play our way into kindergarten, strengthening the pre and early literacy skills that will help your child be ready for school.  Activities are most appropriate for preschool age ...

Sewing enthusiasts meet for crafting and conversation. BRING YOUR OWN sewing project to work on in the company of fellow sewists. ...

Meet for drinks and discussions of mystery and suspense literature. Don't Let Go by Harlan Coben With unmatched suspense and emotional insight, Harlan Coben explores the big secrets and little lies that can destroy a relationship...

Enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement activities at this interactive storytime for toddlers and their grown-ups. Toddler toys are put out after each session for optional playtime. Recommended for ages 18 months - 3 years, siblings welcome. Id...

Enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement activities at this interactive storytime for toddlers and their grown-ups. Toddler toys are put out after each session for optional playtime.  Recommended for ages 18 months - 3 years, siblings wel...

Join Maywood employee Haley for a monthly book discussion centered on nature. Meetings take place the last Saturday of the month unless otherwise noted, in The Loft on Mead's third floor.  Here are the Fall titles: September 30: World ...

Learn basic hand and machine sewing techniques with Elaine Jacks. This 4-week course is designed for the sewing beginner and will be hands-on with weekly projects. Open to ages 11 and up. Registration is on the first ...