Laurel Library

Discovering AI : A Hands-on Workshop for Seniors @LAU
2026-04-14 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Presented by Greg Butler
Learning Modules:

Understand what AI is in simple terms
Learn safe AI practices
Use AI for lists, planning, and reminders
… and more

$5.00 per session or buy 4 receive 4 free.
Registration required. You can register in-person at the library or you can click here to register online.
Certificate of Completion for each course.

Pokémon Trainers Club @LAU
2026-04-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Join us on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month 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.

The Tween Teen Thing @LAU
2026-04-14 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
2026-04-14 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!

Email 101 @LAU
2026-04-15 09:15 - 11:15 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Learn how to set up an email account, manage emails, downloads, safety, and more!

LOTTIE the Trolley @Calhoun
2026-04-15 15:00 - 16:30 | Calhoun Community Center, 5204 US-84 W, Laurel, MS, 39443, United States
You can find us in Calhoun at the Calhoun Community Center (5204 US-84 W).

Fine Free Thursday
2026-04-16, 2026-04-23 | 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
2026-04-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-04-23 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
2026-04-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-23 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!

LEGO® Club @ELL
2026-04-16 14:30 - 16:30 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States

LOTTIE the Trolley @Sandersville
2026-04-17 13:00 - 14:30 | Sandersville, Main St., Sandersville, MS, United States
You can find us in Sandersville at Main St. & Hwy 11.

Closing Early for Staff Meeting @ELL
2026-04-17 13:00 - 17:00 | MS
The Ellisville Public Library will close at 1:30 AM on Friday, April 17th, for a staff meeting.

LOTTIE the Trolley @Bogue Homa CERF
2026-04-17 15:00 - 16:00 | CERF Building, 8 Tomechi Anowa Dr., Heidelberg, 39439, United States
You can find us at the Bogue Homa CERF building (8 Tomechi Anowa Dr., Heidelberg ).

Ellisville Chess Club @ELL
2026-04-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Come play chess with other chess enthusiasts at our chess group! Open to all ages and skill levels!

[CANCELED] The 641 Cookbook Club @LAU
2026-04-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Bring your prepared dish for everyone to sample and recipe to share!

Friends Book Sale @Sawmill Square Mall
2026-04-20 10:00 - 2026-04-23 19:00, 2026-04-24 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Sawmill Square Mall, 910 Sawmill Rd STE 219, Laurel, 39440, United States
The Friends of the Library will be hosting their 3rd Annual Book Fair at the Sawmill Square Mall (near Center Court), April 20-25.
The hours will be Monday through Thursday, 10-7, and Friday and Saturday, 10-5.
USED books, DVDs, and audiobooks will be offered for sale, and there will be special events throughout the week.
Sunday, April 19, 3 to 5 p.m., will be Shop & Mingle, a time for Friends Members to come shop the Book Fair and meet with other Friends of the Laurel-Jones County Library. If you aren’t a Friends Member yet, you are welcome to join at this event!
On Monday, April 20, at 4:00, Author Kimberly Barrett will discuss her book Rethinking Race: A Memoir.
Tuesday, April 21, at 5:00, the Friends will welcome Navy Veteran Buck Torske to speak about “How to be a Hero – Why writing matters and Why You Matter!” Also on Tuesday, 2:00-3:30 LOTTIE will be coming to the Mall!
Saturday, April 25, will be Half-Price Day at the Book Fair, AND Teachers (with their ID) will receive FREE Books for their classrooms!

Baby + Me @LAU
2026-04-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-04-28 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

Salvation Army at the Library @LAU
2026-04-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Need some extra help with utilities or rent? Having trouble navigating the health system or signing up for assistance? Need to find shelter? Come meet a case manager right here in the library and find out what help is available to you!

Food Pantry resources

Help signing up for a food card

Rent and utility assistance

Clothing vouchers

Sheter intake and information

Homeless services

Help with apartment applications.

Storytime @LAU
2026-04-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States

LOTTIE the Trolley @Sawmill Square Mall
2026-04-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Sawmill Square Mall, 910 Sawmill Rd STE 219, Laurel, 39440, United States
You can find us at the Sawmill Square Mall (910 Sawmill Rd STE 219).

Internet 101 @LAU
2026-04-22 09:15 - 11:15 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Learn what a browser and web address are, how to navigate websites, use search engines, and more!

BINGO @LAU
2026-04-24 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
2026-04-25 10:00 - 13:00 | 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.

Senior Circle @LAU
2026-04-27 14:30 - 15:30 | MS
Senior Circle is program for Seniors to experience:

Social Interaction
Interactive Games
Themed Events
Memory Time
Guest Speakers
and more!

This month’s theme is April Showers Bring May Flowers Celebration.
