Community Calendar

For the first time ever, Idaho Botanical Garden is welcoming a traveling exhibition, transforming pathways, gardens, and gathering spaces into an immersive outdoor adventure. Woodland Wonders features 21 larger-than-life woodland creatures and botanical sculptures, inviting guests of all ages to explore a world of art tucked among the beauty of the Garden.

Wander through the landscape and discover towering foxes, a curious owl, a graceful deer, colorful pollinators, and other whimsical creations inspired by the natural world. Around every bend, you’ll find a new opportunity to pause, look closer, and experience nature through the lens of art.

Come watch "Night at the Museum" with free popcorn in our air-conditioned library theater at Meridian Library District's Pinnacle branch on July 20. Throughout the summer, we will watch movies that align with our "Unearth a Story" Summer Reading Program.

Please register to make sure you will have a seat held for you. We will have two sessions available. One at 1 p.m. and another at 3 p.m. We will limit attendance to 53 (per session) to ensure a safe and comfortable environment. Register on our website: https://www.mld.org/events/week/2026/07/19?keywords=Monday%20Matinee

Looking for fun things to do in Meridian? Don’t miss the Meridian Monday Night Market at Storey Park, located at 205 E Franklin Road, Meridian, Idaho 83642. Happening every Monday from June 1 through October 5, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, this popular community event is one of the must-visit events in Meridian. Enjoy a lively, family-friendly atmosphere featuring fresh local produce, handcrafted artisan goods, baked treats, refreshing beverages, food trucks, and live entertainment. With convenient access to picnic shelters, a playground, restrooms, and plenty of open space, the market is the perfect place to relax, shop local, and enjoy an evening out with friends and family. Experience the best of Meridian’s local culture, food, and community spirit every Monday night at Storey Park!

The Meridian Monday Night Market is a family-friendly event happening weekly over the summer from June 1st through October 5th (excluding Labor Day) from 4pm-9pm at Storey Park.
The market boasts Idaho farms ready to provide all your grocery needs, as well as a variety of dinner, dessert, and drink options.
Bring the whole family and stay to shop local small businesses, enjoy our happy half hours, and enter to win raffle prizes.
With live music and over 75 vendors to shop from, Monday's are perfect at the park!

Learn the ins and outs of throwing on the wheel, or use your registration to utilize our space and resources. Perfect for beginner, intermediate, and advanced potters alike. Even if you don't need guidance, there will be a Cat Clay staff member available in all sessions to provide support and answer questions!

For the first time ever, Idaho Botanical Garden is welcoming a traveling exhibition, transforming pathways, gardens, and gathering spaces into an immersive outdoor adventure. Woodland Wonders features 21 larger-than-life woodland creatures and botanical sculptures, inviting guests of all ages to explore a world of art tucked among the beauty of the Garden.

Wander through the landscape and discover towering foxes, a curious owl, a graceful deer, colorful pollinators, and other whimsical creations inspired by the natural world. Around every bend, you’ll find a new opportunity to pause, look closer, and experience nature through the lens of art.

☀️🐴 Mini Horse Moments Summer Camps are OPEN! 🐴☀️
Looking for something truly special this summer?
Our hands-on mini horse camps are the perfect mix of animals, creativity, and confidence-building 💛

✨ Small groups (just 6 campers!)
✨ 3-day camps | 1:00–4:00 PM
✨ Real horse experience + crafts + FUN

🌼 AGES 4–8 (gentle intro + creativity)

📅 June 2–4
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📅 June 30 – July 2
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🐴 AGES 8+ (confidence + leadership + deeper horse skills)

📅 June 9–11
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📅 June 23–25
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📅 July 28–30
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Each camper gets hands-on experience learning horse care, grooming, leading, and even decorating their mini horse 🎨🐴

Spots are LIMITED and these always fill fast—grab yours before they’re gone!

Contact us if you have questions—we can’t wait to see your kiddos at the barn this summer 💛

Shark Party
Tuesday, July 21st, 2:30pm, All Ages
Duh duh, duh duh, duh duh duh duh! We will be making a splash with our Shark Attack all ages party. Join us for shark themed games, crafts, and Shark Trivia.

A Week of Fin-Tastic Events
July 20th-24th,during Library hours
Come into the library all week for self guided shark-themed activities.

This free 10-week course provides a place for families to come together in a peer support setting to learn and grow. Families will be provided dinner with each class and children participate in parallel programming so that the family is growing and learning to be more resilient TOGETHER! Our courses are free of charge! To enroll, please email enroll@familyadvocates.org - subject line: Family Resiliency Course In-Person.

For the first time ever, Idaho Botanical Garden is welcoming a traveling exhibition, transforming pathways, gardens, and gathering spaces into an immersive outdoor adventure. Woodland Wonders features 21 larger-than-life woodland creatures and botanical sculptures, inviting guests of all ages to explore a world of art tucked among the beauty of the Garden.

Wander through the landscape and discover towering foxes, a curious owl, a graceful deer, colorful pollinators, and other whimsical creations inspired by the natural world. Around every bend, you’ll find a new opportunity to pause, look closer, and experience nature through the lens of art.