All CADL branches are closed May 25-27 for the Memorial Day weekend. 

Capital Area District Libraries and Meridian Township Parks are celebrating National Poetry Month together! Visit Marshall Park, Orlando Park, Cedar Bend Heights and Ottawa Hills, and watch for different poems to pop up in the parks all throughout the month. 

Grow, save and share seeds from CADL's seed-sharing library from April–May. Visit participating branches and browse our seed libraries, including the 2024 One Seed, One State shared seed "Mammoth Long Island dill". Learn more at www.cadl.org/seeds.

Strum-n-sing along with the Michigan Capital Ukulele Players (MICUP). Bring your own ukulele. Monthly theme and tunes posted on MICUP Facebook page. If you prefer to join online, contact Jack at jack.nolish@gmail.com for a link.  

Calling all teen bakers! Enter your dessert in one of the following three categories: Cookies or cookie bars (no brownies), cupcakes, or cake. Items must be baked and decorated at home. You must bring a minimum of 24 cookies, 24 cupcakes, or 1 cake. Register online for ONE of the categories. There will be a first and second prize in each category. Our judges will evaluate on appearance, taste and presentation. Bakers must attend the event; set-up is at 1:30 p.m. Read complete contest rules [PDF] for more details.

Capital Area District Libraries and Meridian Township Parks are celebrating National Poetry Month together! Visit Marshall Park, Orlando Park, Cedar Bend Heights and Ottawa Hills, and watch for different poems to pop up in the parks all throughout the month. 

Grow, save and share seeds from CADL's seed-sharing library from April–May. Visit participating branches and browse our seed libraries, including the 2024 One Seed, One State shared seed "Mammoth Long Island dill". Learn more at www.cadl.org/seeds.

Make an appointment to practice for the U.S. Citizenship/Naturalization Test. Call 517-347-2021 x 2029 or email statone@cadl.org for more information.  

Capital Area District Libraries and Meridian Township Parks are celebrating National Poetry Month together! Visit Marshall Park, Orlando Park, Cedar Bend Heights and Ottawa Hills, and watch for different poems to pop up in the parks all throughout the month. 

Grow, save and share seeds from CADL's seed-sharing library from April–May. Visit participating branches and browse our seed libraries, including the 2024 One Seed, One State shared seed "Mammoth Long Island dill". Learn more at www.cadl.org/seeds.

Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers.

Join us at the Meridian Senior Center (located inside Chippewa Middle School) to discuss great books. This month's title is "Our Missing Hearts" by Celeste Ng.

Explore STEM concepts through stories and activities.

Capital Area District Libraries and Meridian Township Parks are celebrating National Poetry Month together! Visit Marshall Park, Orlando Park, Cedar Bend Heights and Ottawa Hills, and watch for different poems to pop up in the parks all throughout the month. 

Grow, save and share seeds from CADL's seed-sharing library from April–May. Visit participating branches and browse our seed libraries, including the 2024 One Seed, One State shared seed "Mammoth Long Island dill". Learn more at www.cadl.org/seeds.

Early literacy in action! This storytime combines books, music, movements and interactivity for a lively learning adventure.

Join Garden Project at CADL Okemos for a free workshop covering gardening basics on any budget. Gain insights into soil fertility, garden site prep, seed selection, and more. Walk away with free seeds, educational guides, and the knowledge to start your own thriving garden. Don't miss out on this fun and informative event!

Capital Area District Libraries and Meridian Township Parks are celebrating National Poetry Month together! Visit Marshall Park, Orlando Park, Cedar Bend Heights and Ottawa Hills, and watch for different poems to pop up in the parks all throughout the month. 

Grow, save and share seeds from CADL's seed-sharing library from April–May. Visit participating branches and browse our seed libraries, including the 2024 One Seed, One State shared seed "Mammoth Long Island dill". Learn more at www.cadl.org/seeds.

Grab your cup of coffee or tea and join us online to practice your English through informal conversation. Please note that this group is not a formal English instruction. *Registration is required by emailing stantone@cadl.org. Participants will receive instructions on joining our Zoom session.

Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers.

Practice your English reading and speaking skills by reading articles, books and short stories aloud. Please note that this group is not a formal English instruction.

Enjoy storytime geared for infants. 

Stay up to date on topics affecting our community from experts in the Township and area organizations. This month learn about the improvements and developments coming to Meridian Township from Neighborhood & Economic Development Director Amber Clark.

Capital Area District Libraries and Meridian Township Parks are celebrating National Poetry Month together! Visit Marshall Park, Orlando Park, Cedar Bend Heights and Ottawa Hills, and watch for different poems to pop up in the parks all throughout the month.