Laurel Library

LOTTIE the Trolley @Soso
2025-10-01 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | First Baptist Church, 271 Frosty Hinton Rd, Soso, United States
You can find us in Soso at First Baptist Church (271 Frosty Hinton Rd).

Fine Free Thursday
2025-10-02, 2025-10-09 | MS
Return overdue books on Thursdays to have your overdue fines waived!
Please note that there are some rules that apply:

FFT only applies to the overdue fines for books, audiobooks, and magazines. Other charges, such as DVD fines, item replacement charges, collection agency fees, damages, postage, etc., will not be waived.
Books must be returned to the desk. Fines will not be waived on books in the drop box.
Monthly and yearly caps are in place for the amount of fines waived.
Fines are capped at $60.

Baby + Me @ELL
2025-10-02 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-09 09:00 - 10:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
A program exploring books, songs, and fun activities designed for babies and toddlers.

Storytime @ELL
2025-10-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Join us every week for a story and a craft!

Movie Day @LAU
2025-10-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Join us for a free kids’ movie at the library. Concessions available for purchase.

Friends Meeting @LAU
2025-10-06 14:15 - 15:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States

LEGO® Day @ELL
2025-10-07 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Free play with library LEGO all day!

Baby + Me @LAU
2025-10-07 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
A program exploring books, songs, and fun activities designed for babies and toddlers

Storytime @LAU
2025-10-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States

Pokémon Trainers Club @LAU
2025-10-07 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Join us every week to hang out with other Pokémon fanatics of all ages (Yes, adults. You, too!)! Show off your cards, physical or on the app! Battle against each other in Scarlet (or Violet)! Fight over which team will reign supreme in the Jones County War Memorial gym next door! Rep your favorite Pokémon with your merch collection! Discuss the newest episode of the anime! Read the old manga! A parent or adult guardian must accompany trainers under the age of 14.

DIY Bookmarks @ELL
2025-10-08 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Make your own bookmarks!

Game Day@ELL
2025-10-09 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Play games at the library! We have card games, board games, and more!

MS Lift @LAU
2025-10-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
MS Lift will present parenting workshops four times a month on various days. Two of the workshops focus on parenting skills, one on crafts, and one is a storytime. Children are welcome to attend with their parents. These programs are geared toward for teen parents, but parents of all ages are welcome.

Bookworms Book Club @LAU
2025-10-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Join us as we discuss this month’s book selection!

Books & Brew Book Club @ELL
2025-10-09 17:30 - 18:30 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Join us with at the Ellisville Public Library as we discuss this month’s book selection!

Graphic Novel Club @ELL
2025-10-09 17:30 - 18:30 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Join us at the Ellisville Public Library as we discuss this month’s graphic novel selection!
Please note that this class is for adults (18+) only. It is not appropriate for younger readers.

Movie Day @ELL
2025-10-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Join us for a free kids’ movie at the library.

Pokémon Go Walking Club @LAU
2025-10-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Play Pokémon Go downtown with other Pokémon trainers of all ages (This still includes you, adults.)! We’ll meet at the library and walk together downtown, following routes and stopping for raids. Make sure you wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sunscreen. Don’t forget your water bottle and your phone! In case of unfavorable weather (too hot, too cold, too rainy, etc.), we will stay at the library to battle, trade, and fight over the gym next door.
A parent or adult guardian must accompany trainers under the age of 14.

Checkmates Chess Social & Cube Corner @LAU
2025-10-11 09:00 - 11:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Come play chess and solve cubes with other chess & cubing enthusiasts at our combination chess and cubing group!

Sensory Day: Fall Festival @LAU
2025-10-13 16:30 - 18:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Looking for a sensory-friendly, inclusive library experience? Join us for a program specially created for individuals with special needs, along with their families and caregivers.
What to Expect:

Stories
Hands-on sensory activities
A calm, low-distraction environment
Access to a designated Chill Zone

We welcome individuals of all ages and abilities and strive to create a warm, supportive space for everyone.
Please Note:
This is a special event for individuals with special needs and their caregivers.
The library will be closed to the general public during the program.
This is not a drop-off event—parents or caregivers must remain in the library at all times.
Come explore the world with us—just in a different way!

We want all our patrons to feel welcome. If you need special accommodations, please contact Karyn Walsh at 601-428-4313.

The Tween Teen Thing @LAU
2025-10-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
A monthly program for kids aged 10 to 15. Theme changes every month!

LEGO® Club @LAU
2025-10-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Join us each month to to complete a LEGO® challenge!

Author Showcase @LAU
2025-10-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Sponsored by the Friends of the Laurel-Jones County Library.
