Laurel Library

LOTTIE the Trolley @Sandersville
2025-05-30 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-13 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Sandersville, Main St., Sandersville, MS, United States
You can find us in Sandersville at Main St. & Hwy 11.

BINGO @LAU
2025-05-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Play BINGO, win prizes! 1 free card per person. Get an additional card with your library card! Concessions available.

JCGHO @LAU
2025-05-31 10:15 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
The Jones County Genealogical and Historical Organization (JCGHO) hosts a monthly meeting in the upstairs meeting room on the fourth Saturday of every month at 10:15 a.m.

Baby + Me @LAU
2025-06-03 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-10 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-17 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

Summer Reading Kickoff @LAU
2025-06-03 12:30 - 15:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Kick off this year’s Summer Reading Program in style at the Laurel-Jones County Library! This year’s theme is Color Our World! Grab your registration packet and get artsy with some awesome arts & crafts!

Sensory Sensitivity Hour is from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. We ask that people without sensory sensitivities come during regular program hours (1:30 PM-3 PM).

Free Family Art @LRMA
2025-06-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-11 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Lauren Rogers Museum of Art, 565 N. 5th Ave, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Join us each week for unique hands-on art activities inspired by our collection and exhibitions! No reservations are needed for this free make-and-take art program for families.

Fine Free Thursday
2025-06-05, 2025-06-12, 2025-06-19 | 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
2025-06-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-19 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.

Summer Reading Kickoff @ELL
2025-06-05 12:00 - 15:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Kick off this year’s Summer Reading Program in style at the Ellisville Public Library! This year’s theme is Color Our World! Grab your registration packet and get artsy with some awesome arts & crafts!

Sensory Sensitivity Hour is from 12 to 1 PM. We ask that people without sensory sensitivities come during regular program hours (1 PM-3 PM).

Move to Learn w/Coach Calhoun @LAU
2025-06-10 13:30 - 14:30 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
More information coming soon!

The Tween Teen Thing @LAU
2025-06-10 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
2025-06-10 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!

LOTTIE the Trolley @Soso
2025-06-11 09:00 - 12:00 | First Baptist Church, 271 Frosty Hinton Rd, Soso, United States
You can find us in Soso at First Baptist Church (271 Frosty Hinton Rd).

LOTTIE the Trolley @Mystery Stop
2025-06-11 13:00 - 16:00 | MS
Can you find us? Grab your Lottie Scavenger Hunt from either our Laurel or Ellisville branch for a clue about today’s location. If you can find us at least 2 of our mystery stops, you can win a brag tag!

Splash Day @ELL
2025-06-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Ellisville City Park, 402 N Church St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Come enjoy a day of water and fun at the Ellisville City Park! Don’t forget your towel and sunscreen!

Sensory Sensitivity Hour is from 12 to 1 PM. We ask that people without sensory sensitivities come during regular program hours (1 PM-3 PM).

LOTTIE the Trolley @Mystery Stop
2025-06-13 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-17 13:00 - 16:00 | MS
Can you find us? Grab your Lottie Scavenger Hunt from either our Laurel or Ellisville branch for a clue about today’s location. If you can find us at least 2 of our 4 mystery stops, you can win a brag tag!

Checkmates Chess Social & Cube Corner @LAU
2025-06-14 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 @LAU
2025-06-14 12:00 - 14:00 | 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.

Wink Danenberg: Juggler Extrodinaire LAU
2025-06-17 13:30 - 14:30 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States

All Day LEGO® Club @ELL
2025-06-19 10:00 - 19:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Join us for a come-and-go Lego Club day!

Sensory Sensitivity Hour is from 9 to 10 AM. We ask that people without sensory sensitivities come during regular program hours (11 PM-7 PM).
