Cello Concert with Stephen Katz

Sunday, May 4, 3:30 P.M.

Lovers of cello music will find a whole new dimension to love in the music of cellist/composer/vocalist Stephen Katz. A conservatory-trained musician, he performs original cello compositions that merge the emotional resonance and refinement of Western Classical music with the roots of rhythm and improvisation.

Stephen Katz holding his cello at the beach.

Open Mic Poetry Celebration

Wednesday, April 30, 6:30 P.M.

A man sitting next to a poetry book and ink.

Celebrate National Poetry Month with Meekins Library! Join us for an open mic night. Share original work, or recite a favorite.

Chess Club

Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 P.M.

Stop into Meekins and play some chess! All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Children 3rd grade and below must be accompanied by an adult.

A variety of black and white chess pieces

World Tai Chi Day

Saturday, April 26, 10:00 A.M.

The outline of a man practicing tai chi. The last Saturday of every April is World Tai Chi Day, celebrated all around the world. We invite you to move, breathe, and connect as we celebrate the art of Tai Chi – a practice for calm, strength, and balance.

Meekins Book Club

Monday, April 28, 6:00 PM

The Life Impossible book cover.

The Meekins Book Club is a monthly program. We generally read compelling, critically acclaimed, recently published books. Our current read is The Life Impossible by Matt Haig.

Copies of our current book are available at Meekins.

Please call, stop by or email meekinsbooks@cwmars.org for more information, suggestions, or to register for this month's meeting. For mature readers.

Learning in Retirement

Tuesday, April 22, 10:30-11:30 A.M.

Come and learn more about Five College Learning in Retirement! Five College Learning in Retirement (FCLIR) is a dynamic community of over 200 individuals who enjoy learning and interacting intellectually and socially with others of diverse backgrounds and experience.

A man talking to a group of people.

Art Exhibition: Chuck Stern

April 2025

Our featured gallery artist for April is Chuck Stern. Stop in anytime during Meekins open hours this April to view the gallery. The exhibit will feature Stern's works spanning 2021-2025.

A painting of a man with his hands over his face.

Mad Science Presents: Space Phenomena

Saturday, April 26, 12:30 - 1:30 P.M.

A boy pointing towards planets. Space Phenomena introduces students to phenomenal space events. Students investigate asteroid impacts and meteors, learn to differentiate the lights of airplanes from those of satellites, and explore the composition and nature of comets!

Registration required; email kmit@cwmars.org or stop by the desk to sign up!

Free Comic Book Day

Saturday, May 3, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Free Comic Book Day Logo

Stop by the library to celebrate Free Comic Book Day with crafts, activities, and a selection of FREE COMICS for all ages! While supplies last.