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Lil Kids Craft: Cookie Painting!2023-10-03T16:30:00Join us for an afternoon Lil Kids Craft! This craft is best for children of ages 10 and under.
This week, "paint" sweet and spooky cookies into colorful treats!
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join us for an afternoon Lil Kids Craft! This craft is best for children of ages 10 and under.
This week, "paint" sweet and spooky cookies into colorful treats!
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Preschool Storytime2023-10-04T10:30:00A storytime best for Preschool Aged children (ages 3 - 5). A fun way to get groovin' with songs, wiggles, music and of course, new books!
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 A storytime best for Preschool Aged children (ages 3 - 5). A fun way to get groovin' with songs, wiggles, music and of course, new books!
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Teen Hangout - Switch Social2023-10-05T16:30:00Looking for a place to simply HANGOUT with fellow teens ages 13-17? New and old friends can come together for this new Social! Enjoy some snacks and play any of our cool newly added Switch games, old games, or simply chat with others your age at this new and chill Teen Hangout.
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Looking for a place to simply HANGOUT with fellow teens ages 13-17? New and old friends can come together for this new Social! Enjoy some snacks and play any of our cool newly added Switch games, old games, or simply chat with others your age at this new and chill Teen Hangout.
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Sensory Station2023-10-06T15:30:00Join us at the library for a special self-lead program for all ages. With our brand new Sensory Station cart, this program will focus on providing sensory fun for those who would like to unwind and experience a different type of Library environment/program than usual.
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join us at the library for a special self-lead program for all ages. With our brand new Sensory Station cart, this program will focus on providing sensory fun for those who would like to unwind and experience a different type of Library environment/program than usual.
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Carter BloodCare - Blood Drive2023-10-07T10:00:00The Melissa Public Library is grateful and honored to be able to host a blood drive with Carter BloodCare.
Donors will receive : Two pairs of Carter BloodCare socks
Sign up at this link: https://ww3.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/143957
Learn more about eligibility and the blood donation process at carterbloodcare.org.
Contact Volunteer Drive Coordinator, Libby Green at lgreen@cityofmelissa.com for any questions.
If you are ineligible to donate, please share this information with others who may be able to help. Thank you.
Court Room of City Hall
3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 The Melissa Public Library is grateful and honored to be able to host a blood drive with Carter BloodCare.
Donors will receive : Two pairs of Carter BloodCare socks
Sign up at this link: https://ww3.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/143957
Learn more about eligibility and the blood donation process at carterbloodcare.org.
Contact Volunteer Drive Coordinator, Libby Green at lgreen@cityofmelissa.com for any questions.
If you are ineligible to donate, please share this information with others who may be able to help. Thank you.
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Adult Program : Gratitude Folder - Limited Capacity2023-10-07T12:00:00Come craft with Ann and make a "Gratitude Folder"! This craft has limited capacity and is available for our patrons ages 18 and up!
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Come craft with Ann and make a "Gratitude Folder"! This craft has limited capacity and is available for our patrons ages 18 and up!
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Coloring Station2023-10-09T15:30:00Join us at the library for a special self-lead program for all ages. With our Coloring Station cart, this program is will focus on providing cool and unique coloring experiences for those who would like to take their creativity to the next level. Whether that’s drawing giant pictures, writing personal letters, or simply doodling, this is a fun chance to come to the library and make a new creation of your own.
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join us at the library for a special self-lead program for all ages. With our Coloring Station cart, this program is will focus on providing cool and unique coloring experiences for those who would like to take their creativity to the next level. Whether that’s drawing giant pictures, writing personal letters, or simply doodling, this is a fun chance to come to the library and make a new creation of your own.
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Homeschool Hangout (All Ages)2023-10-10T13:30:00Time for crafting galore! Homeschool Hangouts invite homeschooled patrons of all ages to come to the library to make fun and unique crafts and/or to simply hangout! WHAT will we make next?!
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Time for crafting galore! Homeschool Hangouts invite homeschooled patrons of all ages to come to the library to make fun and unique crafts and/or to simply hangout! WHAT will we make next?!
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Family Storytime!2023-10-11T10:30:00Join us for our Family Storytimes! All ages welcome to this engaging and fun Storytime filled with bubbles, sound effects, songs, themes, learning, and of course, READING AND IMAGINATION!
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join us for our Family Storytimes! All ages welcome to this engaging and fun Storytime filled with bubbles, sound effects, songs, themes, learning, and of course, READING AND IMAGINATION!
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Adult Program - Knitting and Crocheting Club2023-10-12T14:00:00Join us for our meeting of the Knitting & Crocheting Club! Bring in that project you put on hold for the holidays, or something completely new that you have been wanting to start and meet with other crafters! We look forward to seeing you there!
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join us for our meeting of the Knitting & Crocheting Club! Bring in that project you put on hold for the holidays, or something completely new that you have been wanting to start and meet with other crafters! We look forward to seeing you there!
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Storytime with the Fire Dept at the Library!2023-10-13T10:30:00The Fire Department is coming to the Library! Join us for this special time dedicated to Fire Prevention Week. A storytime geared towards elementary aged children.
Melissa Public Library
3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 The Fire Department is coming to the Library! Join us for this special time dedicated to Fire Prevention Week. A storytime geared towards elementary aged children.
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Adult Program : D&D Campaign2023-10-14T11:00:00Our intrepid adventurers continue exploring the Lost Mines of Phandelver! Registration is currently full.
Community Room upstairs inside Melissa City Hall
3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Our intrepid adventurers continue exploring the Lost Mines of Phandelver! Registration is currently full.
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HeartSaver CPR/AED - Registration Required2023-10-16T18:00:00Courses are intended for Melissa citizens 12 years of age and older.
Each class is limited to 25 students.
These courses are video-based, instructor-led courses that teach adult and child CPR and AED use, infant CPR, and how to relieve choking in adults, children, and infants. These courses teach skills with the AHA’s research-proven practice-while-watching technique, which allows instructors to observe the students, provide feedback, and guide the students’ learning of skills.
No previous experience required, and all training equipment will be provided by Melissa Fire Department.
Note: Taking this course will not result in official CPR or first-aid certification. What it will do is prepare you to be able to provide potentially lifesaving care until first responders arrive.
Courtroom of City Hall
3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Courses are intended for Melissa citizens 12 years of age and older.
Each class is limited to 25 students.
These courses are video-based, instructor-led courses that teach adult and child CPR and AED use, infant CPR, and how to relieve choking in adults, children, and infants. These courses teach skills with the AHA’s research-proven practice-while-watching technique, which allows instructors to observe the students, provide feedback, and guide the students’ learning of skills.
No previous experience required, and all training equipment will be provided by Melissa Fire Department.
Note: Taking this course will not result in official CPR or first-aid certification. What it will do is prepare you to be able to provide potentially lifesaving care until first responders arrive.
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Melissa Historical Society with Guest Speaker2023-10-17T18:00:00The Melissa Historical Society will host Ulysses Hargett, historican for the Melissa Masonic Lodge. Please join us as he speaks on the history of Melissa Masonry and his process of organizing and scanning old records for preservation.
The Library
3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 The Melissa Historical Society will host Ulysses Hargett, historican for the Melissa Masonic Lodge. Please join us as he speaks on the history of Melissa Masonry and his process of organizing and scanning old records for preservation.
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Baby Storytime2023-10-18T10:30:00Join us at the Library for Baby Storytime! We will have shakers, scares, felt stories, music, tickles, bounces, and fun as we engage with our little ones the first Wednesday of each month! This program is for babies only (ages 0-18 months).
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join us at the Library for Baby Storytime! We will have shakers, scares, felt stories, music, tickles, bounces, and fun as we engage with our little ones the first Wednesday of each month! This program is for babies only (ages 0-18 months).
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A Tale of Two Pages : A Book Club for Adults!2023-10-19T18:00:00A Tale of Two Pages is reading The It Girl by Ruth Ware! April was the ultimate It girl and Hannah join April's friend group in college. Years later, with April's murderer possibly being innocent, Hannah reconnects with college friends, realizing they all have something to hide. Described as "an unputdownable mystery following a woman on the search for answers a decade after her friend's murder". Come chat!
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 A Tale of Two Pages is reading The It Girl by Ruth Ware! April was the ultimate It girl and Hannah join April's friend group in college. Years later, with April's murderer possibly being innocent, Hannah reconnects with college friends, realizing they all have something to hide. Described as "an unputdownable mystery following a woman on the search for answers a decade after her friend's murder". Come chat!
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STEM Station2023-10-20T15:30:00Join us at the library for a special self-lead program for all ages. With our brand new STEM Station cart sponsored by the Friends of the Melissa Public Library, we will have plenty of awesome and fun STEM toys and learning tools for youth to play and learn with.
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join us at the library for a special self-lead program for all ages. With our brand new STEM Station cart sponsored by the Friends of the Melissa Public Library, we will have plenty of awesome and fun STEM toys and learning tools for youth to play and learn with.
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Youth Art Class (Ages 8-15)2023-10-21T10:00:00MIXED MEDIA AND COLLEGE ART
- Using paper, scissors, glue, paint
- Using recycled materials such as milk gallons, flowers, cardboard, etc.
- Create ideas together and working in groups.
Community Room inside City Hall
3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 MIXED MEDIA AND COLLEGE ART
- Using paper, scissors, glue, paint
- Using recycled materials such as milk gallons, flowers, cardboard, etc.
- Create ideas together and working in groups.
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Halloween Storytime at The Nest Food Truck Spot!2023-10-23T12:30:00Come join us at The Nest for a special outdoors Halloween storytime! Grab some lunch and settle down for engaging, seasonal reads!
All ages are welcome to this storytime filled with bubbles, sound effects, songs, themes, learning, and of course, READING AND IMAGINATION!
The Nest Food Truck Spot
2602 Sherman StreetMelissaTX75454 Come join us at The Nest for a special outdoors Halloween storytime! Grab some lunch and settle down for engaging, seasonal reads!
All ages are welcome to this storytime filled with bubbles, sound effects, songs, themes, learning, and of course, READING AND IMAGINATION!
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ABCD's of Medicare - Registration Required2023-10-24T14:00:00Join specialist Robin Cruson to get answers to all your questions about Medicare. Whether you are already on Medicare or enrolling soon, you will learn about changing plans, enrollment periods, coverage choices, and much more! For adults 18 and up. No registration required.
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join specialist Robin Cruson to get answers to all your questions about Medicare. Whether you are already on Medicare or enrolling soon, you will learn about changing plans, enrollment periods, coverage choices, and much more! For adults 18 and up. No registration required.
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Teen/Tween Chess Club2023-10-24T16:30:00Looking for a place to play Chess and take on the challenge? New and old friends can come together for this new program.
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Looking for a place to play Chess and take on the challenge? New and old friends can come together for this new program.
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Toddler Storytime!2023-10-25T10:30:00Join us on the 3rd Wednesdays for our Toddler Storytime! Toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years old are welcome to this engaging and fun Storytime filled with bubbles, sound effects, songs, themes, learning, and of course, READING AND IMAGINATION!
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join us on the 3rd Wednesdays for our Toddler Storytime! Toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years old are welcome to this engaging and fun Storytime filled with bubbles, sound effects, songs, themes, learning, and of course, READING AND IMAGINATION!
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Adult Program - Knitting and Crocheting Club2023-10-26T14:00:00Join us for our meeting of the Knitting & Crocheting Club! Bring in that project you put on hold for the holidays, or something completely new that you have been wanting to start and meet with other crafters! We look forward to seeing you there!
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join us for our meeting of the Knitting & Crocheting Club! Bring in that project you put on hold for the holidays, or something completely new that you have been wanting to start and meet with other crafters! We look forward to seeing you there!
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Baby/Toddler Playtime Station2023-10-27T10:30:00Join us at the library for a special self-lead program for babies and toddler ages 0-3 only. WIth our special toys and learning tools for young ages, this program will focus on providing sensory fun for those who would like to play and experience a different type of Library environment/program than usual.
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Join us at the library for a special self-lead program for babies and toddler ages 0-3 only. WIth our special toys and learning tools for young ages, this program will focus on providing sensory fun for those who would like to play and experience a different type of Library environment/program than usual.
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HeartSaver First-Aid/CPR/AED - Registration Required2023-10-28T08:30:00Courses are intended for Melissa citizens 12 years of age and older. Each class is limited to 20 students.
These courses are video-based, instructor-led courses that teach adult and child CPR and AED use, infant CPR, and how to relieve choking in adults, children, and infants. These courses teach skills with the AHA’s research-proven practice-while-watching technique, which allows instructors to observe the students, provide feedback, and guide the students’ learning of skills.
No previous experience required, and all training equipment will be provided by Melissa Fire Department.
Note: Taking this course will not result in official CPR or first-aid certification. What it will do is prepare you to be able to provide potentially lifesaving care until first responders arrive.
Courses are intended for Melissa citizens 12 years of age and older. Each class is limited to 20 students.
Courtroom in City Hall
3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Courses are intended for Melissa citizens 12 years of age and older. Each class is limited to 20 students.
These courses are video-based, instructor-led courses that teach adult and child CPR and AED use, infant CPR, and how to relieve choking in adults, children, and infants. These courses teach skills with the AHA’s research-proven practice-while-watching technique, which allows instructors to observe the students, provide feedback, and guide the students’ learning of skills.
No previous experience required, and all training equipment will be provided by Melissa Fire Department.
Note: Taking this course will not result in official CPR or first-aid certification. What it will do is prepare you to be able to provide potentially lifesaving care until first responders arrive.
Courses are intended for Melissa citizens 12 years of age and older. Each class is limited to 20 students.
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Adult Cricut Class - Registration Required2023-10-28T10:30:00Come join us as we make a fall craft! Bring your own Cricut if you’d like, OR share our Cricut with us! We just ask that you bring your own laptop if you're able and download Cricut Design Space before class starts.
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Come join us as we make a fall craft! Bring your own Cricut if you’d like, OR share our Cricut with us! We just ask that you bring your own laptop if you're able and download Cricut Design Space before class starts.
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Multilingual Music and Movement2023-10-30T10:30:00Come by the library for stories and songs that include multiple languages. There will be music and dancing to engage the imagination and encourage learning!
Event Location3411 Barker AvenueMelissaTX75454-9569 Come by the library for stories and songs that include multiple languages. There will be music and dancing to engage the imagination and encourage learning!
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Halloween Festival!2023-10-31T11:00:00It's time for our Annual Halloween Festival! Join us for some fun at the Library and City Hall while we pass out all sorts of goodies! Bring a bag to fill!
Event LocationMelissaTX75454 It's time for our Annual Halloween Festival! Join us for some fun at the Library and City Hall while we pass out all sorts of goodies! Bring a bag to fill!
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