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SUMMARY:Art Reception: Genesis
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an artist reception featuring our July gallery artist\, Rey Milici.  \n\n\n\nLife never runs in a straight line . . .this show is a culmination of that crooked line . . .Up to a point. \n\n\n\nWith the realization of Parkinson’s Disease\, the renowned Pioneer Valley Realist\, Rey Milici\, has moved into an abstract approach with his art. ” The images\, based on my feelings\, began to slowly evolve. The drawings were telling me where they wanted to go. I felt a story line was happening\, and it was important to trust in what was emerging. I realize the new work is very different from the realism for which I’ve been known. In many ways\, the work I am doing now seems more real\, and is all very important to me.” \n\n\n\nAvailable for viewing during open library hours this July. The gallery occupies the same space as our community room; if there is an ongoing program\, we ask that patrons refrain from interrupting the event.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/art-reception-genesis/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
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UID:24064-1784368800-1784372400@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Teddy Bear Tea Party + Live Bunnies!
DESCRIPTION:Bring your favorite stuffie and join us for snacks\, juice\, and bunny snuggles! We’ll be joined by some very soft\, snuggly baby bunnies. How can you resist?
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/teddy-bear-tea-party-live-bunnies/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260713T144827Z
CREATED:20260617T202834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T144827Z
UID:23984-1784368800-1784372400@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:*POSTPONED* Mass Mammals Presents: Bears!
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR UPDATED PROGRAMMING INFORMATION. Learn all about bears with Amherst College’s MassMammals. Get ready for bear facts\, crafts\, and artifacts! Youth participants will learn about our bear populations and how they fit into our local ecology.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/mass-mammals-presents-bears/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T173000
DTSTAMP:20260717T204608Z
CREATED:20260629T174538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T204608Z
UID:24032-1784215800-1784223000@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Read to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Snuggle up with a local pup and a good book! Email kmit@cwmars.org or sign up for a 15 minute slot at the front desk.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/read-to-dogs-4/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T173000
DTSTAMP:20260629T174418Z
CREATED:20260629T174418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T174418Z
UID:24030-1784215800-1784223000@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Kids Crafternoon
DESCRIPTION:Beads\, collage\, pastels\, and more! Come get creative at the library!
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/kids-crafternoon/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/craftkids-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T180000
DTSTAMP:20260715T180513Z
CREATED:20260604T161752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T180513Z
UID:23936-1784044800-1784052000@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Free Tech Help with Tech Hub
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a drop-in helpdesk session provided by experts from Tech Hub! \n\n\n\nOur tech experts will remain available to assist you with any questions or issues you may be experiencing. During this time\, you’re encouraged to bring your own devices – laptops\, tablets\, or smartphones – along with any questions or challenges you’d like help with.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/free-tech-help-with-tech-hub-5/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T140000
DTSTAMP:20260629T173937Z
CREATED:20260629T173937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T173937Z
UID:24026-1784034000-1784037600@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Lego Club
DESCRIPTION:Choose a pre-made design or make your own\, then display your creation in the library for everyone to admire.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/lego-club-7/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/legoclub-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T113000
DTSTAMP:20260629T173654Z
CREATED:20260629T173653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T173654Z
UID:24022-1784025000-1784028600@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join Mk for fingerplays\, songs\, picture books\, and circle games for pre-schoolers and their caregivers.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/storytime-2/
LOCATION:Picturebook Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/storytime-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T173000
DTSTAMP:20260630T141703Z
CREATED:20260630T141702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T141703Z
UID:24049-1783872000-1783877400@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Yarn Spinners
DESCRIPTION:Needleworkers knit\, crochet\, and chat. All are encouraged to attend this monthly program for experience\, instruction\, and inspiration. All needleworkers are welcome.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/yarn-spinners/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T120000
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CREATED:20260617T202152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T145317Z
UID:23981-1783764000-1783771200@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Insect Petting Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Do you LOVE bugs? Are you bug-curious? Join us for a visit from the Fernald Club for the Insect Petting Zoo and see a cockroach\, whip scorpion\, tarantula\, and more! Petting is optional.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/insect-petting-zoo/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/spider-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T193000
DTSTAMP:20260702T210028Z
CREATED:20260629T180706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T210028Z
UID:24047-1783621800-1783625400@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Open Circle Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Share and discuss poetry with other local enthusiasts!
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/open-circle-poetry-14/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T170000
DTSTAMP:20260713T145257Z
CREATED:20260629T173442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T145257Z
UID:24019-1783612800-1783616400@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Magic Wands + Wishing Rocks
DESCRIPTION:Calling all sorcerers\, witches\, and magical beings! Are you in need of a new wand? Eager to leave wishes around town for folks in need? We’ve got a collection of authentic\, valley-grown sticks and rocks just waiting for paint\, ribbon\, and your magic touch. All materials provided.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/magic-wands-wishing-rocks/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T145236Z
CREATED:20260629T173043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T145236Z
UID:24017-1783429200-1783432800@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Lego Club
DESCRIPTION:Choose a pre-made design or make your own\, then display your creation in the library for everyone to admire.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/lego-club-6/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/legoclub-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T113000
DTSTAMP:20260629T172854Z
CREATED:20260629T172853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172854Z
UID:24014-1783420200-1783423800@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join Mk for fingerplays\, songs\, picture books\, and circle games for pre-schoolers and their caregivers.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/storytime/
LOCATION:Picturebook Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/storytime-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T184533Z
CREATED:20260603T184533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T184533Z
UID:23934-1783123200-1783209599@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:The library will be closed in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen following regular hours on Tuesday\, July 7.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/closed-2/
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T190000
DTSTAMP:20260702T205053Z
CREATED:20260702T205053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T205053Z
UID:24059-1782910800-1782932400@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:JULY ART EXHIBITION OPENS: Genesis
DESCRIPTION:Life never runs in a straight line . . .this show is a culmination of that crooked line . . .Up to a point. \n\n\n\nWith the realization of Parkinson’s Disease\, the renowned Pioneer Valley Realist\, Rey Milici\, has moved into an abstract approach with his art. ” The images\, based on my feelings\, began to slowly evolve. The drawings were telling me where they wanted to go. I felt a story line was happening\, and it was important to trust in what was emerging. I realize the new work is very different from the realism for which I’ve been known. In many ways\, the work I am doing now seems more real\, and is all very important to me.” \n\n\n\nAvailable for viewing during open library hours this July. The gallery occupies the same space as our community room; if there is an ongoing program\, we ask that patrons refrain from interrupting the event. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an artist reception on July 18 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/july-art-exhibition-opens-genesis/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T203329Z
CREATED:20260511T203328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T203329Z
UID:23613-1782815400-1782819000@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Storytime with Rochelle
DESCRIPTION:Join Rochelle for fingerplays\, songs\, picture books\, and circle games for pre-schoolers and their caregivers.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/storytime-with-rochelle-55/
LOCATION:Picturebook Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T190000
DTSTAMP:20260630T141354Z
CREATED:20260529T191844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T141354Z
UID:23744-1782756000-1782759600@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Meekins Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Meekins Book Club is a monthly program. We generally read compelling\, critically acclaimed\, recently published books. \n\n\n\nOur read for June is Rough Sleepers by Tracy Kidder.  \n\n\n\nPlease call\, stop by or email meekinsbooks@cwmars.org for more information\, suggestions\, or to register for this month’s meeting. For mature readers.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/meekins-book-club-13/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/rough.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260629T172550Z
CREATED:20260611T200311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172550Z
UID:23741-1782644400-1782655200@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Library Table at Burgy Pride
DESCRIPTION:Visit our table at the Burgy Pride Community Gathering\, hosted by the Burgy Neighbor to Neighbor group.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/library-table-at-burgy-pride/
LOCATION:Angel Park\, 4 Main Street\, Williamsburg\, Massachusetts\, 01096\, United States
CATEGORIES:Everyone
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/pride-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T172530Z
CREATED:20260617T172354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172530Z
UID:23969-1782554400-1782561600@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Book Donation Collection
DESCRIPTION:Clean your shelves to benefit the library! Donate the books you would want to buy: clean\, unmarked—and no textbooks\, magazines\, encyclopedias\, or media\, please! \n\n\n\nLimit 2 regular-sized boxes per household. \n\n\n\nThis collection event is hosted by the Friends of the Library.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/book-donation-collection-2/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/stack-of-books.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T173000
DTSTAMP:20260625T203435Z
CREATED:20260529T190324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T203435Z
UID:23739-1782401400-1782408600@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:*CANCELED* Read to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED FOR THIS MONTH. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE. Snuggle up with a local pup and a good book! Email kmit@cwmars.org or sign up for a 15 minute slot at the front desk.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/read-to-dogs-3/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/dogreading-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T173000
DTSTAMP:20260625T203422Z
CREATED:20260529T185321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T203422Z
UID:23734-1782401400-1782408600@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:*CANCELED* Kids Crafternoon Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED FOR THIS MONTH. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE. Beads\, collage\, pastels\, and more! Come get creative at the library!
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/kids-crafternoon-drop-in-2/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/craftkids-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T203207Z
CREATED:20260511T203206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T203207Z
UID:23611-1782210600-1782214200@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Storytime with Rochelle
DESCRIPTION:Join Rochelle for fingerplays\, songs\, picture books\, and circle games for pre-schoolers and their caregivers.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/storytime-with-rochelle-54/
LOCATION:Picturebook Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T152843Z
CREATED:20260522T152842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T152843Z
UID:23719-1781946000-1781964000@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Summer Reading Starts
DESCRIPTION:Summer reading for all ages begins on June 20th. Stop into Meekins to sign up!  \n\n\n\nCheck back for more details as we get closer.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/summer-reading-starts/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Kids
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T140000
DTSTAMP:20260624T180155Z
CREATED:20260501T142034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T180155Z
UID:23537-1781946000-1781964000@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Rochelle Wildfong’s Retirement
DESCRIPTION:After 40 years of dedicated service to the Meekins Library\, Children’s “Super Librarian” Rochelle Wildfong is retiring. Join us at Meekins for her “super sendoff”. There will be a little something for everyone\, and the chance to wish Rochelle well. \n\n\n\nSchedule:10 ~ Storytelling with John Porcino11 ~ Jazz with Paul Arslanian12 ~ Words of Thanks and Presentation of Retirement Gift1 ~ Musical Moments \n\n\n\nIt will be full day of festivities as we remember with awe and celebrate all that Rochelle has given to the library\, school and community over these years. Light refreshments will be available all day. \n\n\n\nTo contribute to a retirement gift for Rochelle\, be in touch with Archivist Daria D’Arienzo at ddarienzo@me.com; or 413-268-7472 and leave a message. Stop by the Meekins to add your words to a special book of well wishes for Rochelle. Or create something on 8.5 x 11-inch paper to tuck into an album and bring to Daria. Far away? Send something virtually or by mail to Daria. \n\n\n\nRochelle has been an integral part of the Meekins Library story for nearly half a century. Come send our own “Super Librarian” off on her next adventure—June 20\, 2026\, here at the Meekins.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/celebrate-rochelle-wildfongs-retirement/
LOCATION:Meekins Lawn
CATEGORIES:Everyone
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://meekins-library.org/wp-content/uploads/2ca99d19-1ea7-4cf9-bbf8-df8b468bfa99_1_105_c.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T173000
DTSTAMP:20260602T202410Z
CREATED:20260529T200428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T202410Z
UID:23753-1781883000-1781890200@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Artist Reception: Once Upon a Carrot: Love Letters to My Family\, Chapter the Second
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an artist reception featuring June’s gallery artist\, Thom Haxo.  \n\n\n\nSpecializing in figure sculpture and drawing\, puppetry\, and computer modeling and animation\, Thom Haxo is an imaginative artist and associate art professor emeritus at Hampshire College (MA). He was a finalist in the 2001 Harold Connolly Memorial competition\, the 2001 Sojourner Truth Memorial competition\, and the 1988 Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. Memorial competition. Haxo’s commissioned sculpture for the James Brendan Connolly Memorial currently stands in Columbus Park in South Boston. His works have been exhibited at the Holter Museum of Art (MT)\, Sharon Art Center (NH)\, Boston Public Library\, Hampshire College\, and the Northampton Center for the Arts (MA)\, amongst other galleries. Haxo has worked on set\, puppet\, and mask design for the last twenty years. Projects include The Skrikerby Caryl Churchill\, I Stand Before You Naked by Joyce Carol Oates\, and The Millennium Two- Step\, a collaboration with Peter Lobdell and Charles Ditto. Most recently\, he has worked on Noveto\, another collaborative project with Lobdell and Ditto\, and Naufrage\, a work with his daughter\, composer Cara Haxo. Haxo received a B.F.A. from Pratt Institute and an M.F.A. from the University of Pennsylvania. He lives in Haydenville\, Massachusetts\, with his wife\, Anne\, and his cats\, Mimi and Moose. \n\n\n\nAvailable for viewing during open library hours this June. The gallery occupies the same space as our community room; if there is an ongoing program\, we ask that patrons refrain from interrupting the event.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/art-reception/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T180134Z
CREATED:20260519T143420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T180134Z
UID:23678-1781719200-1781722800@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Spice Club
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, pick up a “take-and-make” kit featuring a different herb or spice. The herb for June is lavender. \n\n\n\nBake\, cook\, and experiment with the featured spice at home! You can try one of the featured recipes\, check out a library cookbook\, or find one online. Bring a copy of your chosen recipe to our meeting. We will have one of the featured recipes available for sampling. \n\n\n\nSpice samples are available on a limited first-come\, first-served basis.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/spice-club/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T202803Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T202803Z
UID:23609-1781605800-1781609400@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Storytime with Rochelle
DESCRIPTION:Join Rochelle for fingerplays\, songs\, picture books\, and circle games for pre-schoolers and their caregivers.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/storytime-with-rochelle-53/
LOCATION:Picturebook Room
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T173000
DTSTAMP:20260601T160253Z
CREATED:20260601T160252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T160253Z
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SUMMARY:Yarnspinners
DESCRIPTION:Needleworkers knit\, crochet\, and chat. All are encouraged to attend this monthly program for experience\, instruction\, and inspiration. All needleworkers are welcome.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/yarnspinners-13/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T174107Z
CREATED:20260415T201915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T174107Z
UID:23434-1781344800-1781355600@meekins-library.org
SUMMARY:Get Started with Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Journaling is a great way to connect with nature\, reduce stress\, and improve mindfulness. Nature journaling isn’t just for writers and artists; anyone can learn to journal and experience the benefits! Teacher and nature journaling enthusiast\, Lori Austin will facilitate a class on Saturday\, June 13 from 10 am – 1pm. Time will be spent indoors and outdoors\, weather permitting.  \n\n\n\nJournal and writing implements provided\, or bring your favorites along. Bring a brown bag lunch or snack.  \n\n\n\nPlease sign up as class size is limited to 10.
URL:https://meekins-library.org/event/get-started-with-nature-journaling/
LOCATION:Hawks-Hayden Community Room
CATEGORIES:Adults
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