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Did you know that the Meekins has its own small and well-loved collection of stuffies large and small. The red-heart lion has been loved by many children over the years. The majestic eagle puppet is special to Library Director Bev. The gorilla in tartan plaid was beloved by the late long-time volunteer Margo, who was proud of her Scottish heritage. The tiny Paddington bear is a welcome companion when reading all about his adventures. Goofy is just Goofy—and always makes everyone smile. The tiny wizard finger puppet dog is one of Children’s Librarian Rochelle’s favorites for story time. The green turtle reminds us of the world’s wildlife. The quirky white sock rabbit hiding in the corner was happy to be unearthed from Kmit Librarian Makayla’s desk, together with Groot. And the green-eyed bobcat has a special place in Archivist Daria’s heart. These favorites and others small and not-so-small, make their home at the Meekins.

What is your favorite stuffie? Do you have a photograph or a story to share? Add them to the comments. And come visit the Meekins Library stuffies—and put your story in their special guest book. Meekins is open Tuesday 10-6; Wednesday 1-7; Thursday 3-6 and Saturday 9-2. Daria D’Arienzo, Meekins Archivist. #throwbackthursday; #tbt.

Posted to Facebook 10/16/2025

a wooden bookshelf displays various stuffed animals and dolls, including a lion, eagle, frog, pink bear, and elephant, arranged on three shelves.
a plush gorilla toy wearing a red plaid vest and matching hat sits on a red surface in front of a wooden background.
a brown and white plush lion toy lies on a colorful quilt, placed on a wooden surface against a cream colored wall.
a plush bald eagle with long black wings is seated on a wooden stand, placed on a red cloth atop a bench in front of a wooden wall.
a green plush sea turtle lies on top of a decorative tissue box, placed on a red cloth with a wooden background behind it.
plush toy of goofy, wearing an orange shirt, blue pants, and green hat, sitting on a red surface against a wooden background.
a plush toy cat with spotted fur and green eyes stands on a red cloth on a gray surface, in front of a wooden background.
a pink plush lion with a fuzzy red mane sits on a red cloth in front of a dark wooden background.
a white stuffed rabbit and a gray stuffed duck with orange beak and feet are positioned against a wooden wall on a red surface.
a plush cat sits on a clear box above a black plush lizard with red and yellow stripes, both on a red surface.
a plush toy with brightly colored, tie dye patterned wings sits on a red surface in front of a wooden background.
a small, handmade squirrel figurine made of textured materials holds a pinecone and stands against a wooden background.
a gray plush elephant and a gray plush lizard with a red tongue are displayed on a red cloth with a wooden background.
two plush toys are displayed on a red surface: a tan lion with a “roar! press me!” button and a small, light brown groot figure with white eyes in front.
a white plush squirrel with a fluffy tail is displayed on a clear plastic stand against a dark background.
three stuffed animal toys, including a bear in a red coat and hat, a wizard bear with a starry hat, and a gray sheep, are placed on a wooden shelf.
a handmade cloth doll with curly brown hair, blue eyes, and a red knitted outfit sits on a red surface in front of a dark wooden background.