Writing Workshops
Writing Trailhead - A Trail Guide to Getting Your Book Written
Instructor: Dana Long
Location: UnBound Library, 722 E. 2nd Street
Register through the Library at www.mld.org/event/
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Join us for a writing workshop during Meridian Art Week!
Come get tips on an outline for writing your book!
This class is an overview of the timeline or checklist from
the moment a person thinks, “So, I have this idea for a
book…” to the moment they say, “I’m published!”
Thursday, September 18
Intro to Stop Motion Film
Ages: 15+
Instructor: S. Alford
Location: Meridian Pool Classroom
Min/Max: 4/16
Learn how to make your own Stop Motion film
from beginning to end! In this class you will
learn exactly what stop motion is, and how to
shoot and edit this type of film. Be prepared to
make your own character out of clay when
you arrive and leave with a finished film!
Please download the app:
STOP MOTION STUDIO prior to class.
Sept 18 | Thur | 6:00–8:00 pm | $5
Country Swing Dance
Ages: 13+
Instructor: Randy Lattimer
Location: Meridian Homecourt Bay 6
Min/Max: 5/30
Have you ever wanted to learn how to dance
country swing? Here’s your chance. The
basics of country swing are easy! With just a
few moves you’ll be ready to hit the dance
floor. No partner needed. Bring the kids or
grandkids! Note: Kids 12 and under are free.
Sept 17 | Wed | 4:30—5:15 pm | $7
Initial Point Gallery's "Large Men with Small Brushes"
Artist Reception
"Large Men with Small Brushes," opens Tuesday, September 2, 2025 with a reception from 4:30-7:00pm. This exhibit features the artworks of Scott Muscolo, Roy Gover, Hugh Mossman, Dennis Hayzlett, Don Belts, and Andrew Forbes, and will run through October 31. The reception is free and open to the public!
Watercolor Demo
"Large Men with Small Brushes"
Come watch a live watercolor demo in Initial Point Gallery led by the artists of the show, "Large Men with Small Brushes!" This event is on Tuesday, September 16 from 5:30 - 7:00pm and is free and open to the public!
Drawing Class
Ages: 6—12
Instructor: Young Rembrandts
Location: Meridian Community Center
Min/Max: 6/20
Young Rembrandts believes that every child
can should learn to draw. Our classes are a
guided drawing experience where we show
elementary age students our step– by—step
process to create amazing art. The goal is to
create self– assured learners that will feel
confident to draw whatever they choose.
Sept 20 | Sat | 11:00—12:00 pm | $14
Line Dance - Beginner
Ages: 13+
Instructor: Randy Lattimer
Location: Meridian Homecourt Bay 6
Min/Max: 5/30
Welcome beginners! Line dances are
patterns of steps repeated throughout a
song. Patterns in this beginner class are
pretty simple and easy to memorize. Randy
can tailor the class to meet your needs.
Bring the kids or grandkids! Note: Kids 12
and under are free.
Sept 15 | Mon | 4:30—5:15 pm | $7
One-Hour Paint Session
Ages: All Ages
Location: The Angry Easel (301 E. 3rd St)
Max: 30
Register online at: https://
www.theangryeasel.com/
All ages are welcome for these one-hour paint
sessions. You will take home your own
painting at the end of the class.
Sept 15 | Mon | 6:00–7:00 pm | $10
Public Art Walking Tour
A Public Art Tour of Downtown Meridian
led by Arts and Culture Coordinator
Cassandra Schiffler.
Sept 19 | Fri | 5:30-6:30pm | Front Steps of Meridian City Hall
Intro to Hand Drum
Ages: All Ages
Instructor: 1 World Dance
Location: Settlers Park (instrument area)
Min/Max: 2/12
Whether you are new to music or already a
musician, you will learn something new in this
drum and dance workshop. Learn to play
rhythms from North Africa and the Middle East
on hand drums. Don’t have a hand drum,
bring a drum able container. Then learn some
dance moves to go with the rhythms.
Sept 16 | Tue | 4:30—5:30 pm | $5
Intro to Belly Dance
Ages: All Ages
Instructor: 1 World Dance
Location: Settlers Park (instrument area)
Min/Max: 2/22
Is belly dance for you? Where is it from, and
what is it’s history? How do they move their
bodies? Learn introductory movements from a
dancer with 30 years of experience.
Sept 18 | Thur | 7:00–8:00 pm | $5
Pottery Hand - Building
Ages: 8+
Instructor: Little Pallets
Location: Meridian Pool Classroom
Min/Max: 5/12
In this pottery hand-building workshop,
participants will use air-dry clay to create art
pieces at the end of class. Clay can be
painted at home after it has dried. All
materials included. Participants are
encouraged to wear clothes they can get dirty
in, and bring a tote or box to safely transport
their piece of art.
Sept 17 | Wed | 6:00—7:00 pm | $20
Kindermusik - It's Music Day!
Age: 0—5 (parent/guardian must be
present)
Instructor: Music Center Studios
Location: Music Center Studio (Fairview
Location)
Min/Max: 3/10
Sing, dance, play, and connect through
music as you and your little one experience
KINDERMUSIK. Do you have a favorite kid
of day? We do! It’s about laughter, learning,
and most of all, music! For us, It’s Music
Day!
Sept 19 | Fri | 9:15—10:00 am | $16
Quick Draw Art Competition
Participate in Idaho Art Gallery's Quick Draw Art Competition!
First place: $1,000 CASH PRIZE
Second place: $500 DOWNTOWN MERIDIAN GIFT CARD
Registration deadline is Friday, Sept. 12 at 11:59pm
Sept 19 | Fri | 5:00-8:30pm | $20