Upcoming Events

  • Bunyan and Henry; Or, the Beautiful Destiny

    About the Author

    MARK CECIL is host of The Thoughtful Bro show, for which he conducts interviews with an eclectic roster of award-winning and breakout storytellers. Formerly a journalist for Reuters, he is Head of Strategy for literary social media startup A Mighty Blaze and has taught writing at Grub Street in Boston. This is his first book.

    Sep 16, 06:00pm - Meriden Library
  • Storytime at Meriden Library
    Join us Wednesday mornings from 10:30–11:00 AM at the Meriden Library for Storytime! Families with young children are invited to enjoy stories, songs, and activities that nurture a love of reading and learning. This weekly program is a wonderful way for kids to explore books, build early literacy skills, and make new friends.

    Sep 17, 10:30am - Meriden Library
  • Join us for Board Game Club at the Meriden Library every Thursday at 2 PM! Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just looking for a fun way to spend the afternoon, we have a variety of classic and modern board games for all skill levels. Bring your friends or make new ones as we roll the dice, play our cards right, and enjoy some friendly competition. No registration required—just drop in and play!

    Sep 18, 02:00pm - Meriden Library
  • Mondays at 9:30 am in the meeting space!

    Friends of the Meriden Library sponsored event

    Sep 22, 09:30am - Meriden Library
  • Mindful Mondays are designed for you to start your week with an intentional pause and practice a meditation exercise with your community. All you need to do is show up, turn your phone off, and be!

    Join Jim Allen for meditation sessions. 

    If you are a frequent practitioner or have never done meditation, please join us.

     

    Sep 22, 04:30pm - Philip Read Memorial Library
    • PRML Book Group
    • September 22, 2025
    • 7 pm
    • Visit by Sarah Stewart Taylor to answer questions about her latest book!
    • Contact Sue Taylor for information
    Sep 22, 07:00pm - Philip Read Memorial Library
  • Tai Chi Class: Find Balance, Energy, and Relaxation

    Join us for a gentle and revitalizing Tai Chi Class open to all experience levels.
    Learn the Yang Short Form, Tai Chi principles, and Qigong exercises for health and well-being.

    🕘 When: Tuesdays | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

    📍 Where: Meriden Library – Meeting Space
    FREE and open to the public!
    Wear comfortable clothing. No registration required.

    Sep 23, 09:00am - Meriden Library
  • Who: Seniors in Plainfield, and Meriden, and their families, caregivers, and friends.
     

    When: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays – Social Coffee Hours
    June, July, and August. Come and visit with other local seniors. Bring games, puzzles, or hand crafts like knitting if you like. Coffee provided.

    Where: Philip Read Memorial Library 1088 NH-12A, Plainfield, NH 03781 Phone: (603) 675-6866

    Questions: Call Jim Allen at 603-558-2576

    Our goal is to provide our seniors with social time, stimulating conversation, and puzzles, games etcetera. Seniors living in Plainfield and Meriden, are warmly invited to attend. We also welcome our seniors’ caregivers, family members, and friends.

    Sep 23, 10:00am - Philip Read Memorial Library
  • Tuesdays 10-11 am at PRML

    Parents (and legal guardians, grandparents, or caregivers) and kids (babies up to school age) are welcome to drop in for this play group, held each week on Tuesdays from 10-11 AM.  This parent-organized program provides an opportunity for young children to socialize and play with others and gives parents and guardians the opportunity to meet and connect with each other.

    The program is open to all ages, with activities for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Parents and caregivers are asked to pack a snack for their kids.

    Parents (and legal guardians, grandparents, or caregivers) will have access to coffee because you need it if you have little ones!

    Sep 23, 10:00am - Philip Read Memorial Library
  • September 2025 to June 2026

    10:30 am to Noon

    All are welcome!

    Sep 23, 10:30am - Philip Read Memorial Library