Laurel Library

Fine Free Thursday
2024-10-03, 2024-09-26, 2024-09-19 | 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.

Computer Help @LAU
2024-10-02 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Computer classes for those interested in learning about the basics of computer use and internet access.
For questions concerning Computer Help, please contact Wesley Austin at waustin@laurel.lib.ms.us

Storytime @LAU
2024-10-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Join us every week for a story and a craft!

Baby + Me @LAU
2024-10-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-09-24 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-09-17 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

JCGHO @LAU
2024-09-28 10:15 - 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.

Teen Graphic Novel Book Club @LAU
2024-09-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
A new Book Club just for teens (13-17)! Bring your favorite comic book, manga, graphic novel, or comic strip to share with some new friends!

Storytime @ELL
2024-09-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States

Baby + Me @ELL
2024-09-26 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-09-19 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.

Senior Circle @LAU
2024-09-23 14:00 - 15:30 | MS
Senior Circle will be a two-hour program for Seniors to experience:

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

The 641 Cookbook Club @LAU
2024-09-21 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!

Super Smash Bros Ultimate Fall Tournament @LAU
2024-09-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Test your skills at the library’s seasonal Super Smash Bros Ultimate tournament! The last player standing will win a prize!
Open for ages 10-17.
Rules:

Registration is from 10 am-10:30 am on the day of the tournament.

Players must be present to register.
No new players will be permitted after registration.

All players will fight 1-on-1 on the library’s Nintendo Switch using the library’s controllers.

Personal controllers allowed, but not required.

In the event of an odd number of players, some players will need to fight a non-player character to advance.
Players must use the same character (chosen during registration) throughout the entire tournament.

Please note that player characters will be limited to who is unlocked on the library’s Nintendo Switch prior to the tournament.

A list will be available at registration.

Color palette swaps are only available if multiple players choose the same character.

The event coordinator will randomly choose these color palette swaps.

For more information, please e-mail Kari Hutto at khutto@laurel.lib.ms.us

Closing Early for Staff Meeting
2024-09-20 11:30 - 17:00 | MS
The Laurel-Jones County Library will be closing at 12 pm and the Ellisville Public Library will be closing at 11:30 am on Friday, September 20th, for a staff meeting.
Regular hours will resume Saturday, September 21st.

Books & Brew Book Club @ELL
2024-09-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Postponed due to weather. Join us with at the Ellisville Public Library as we discuss this month’s book selection!

Book Worms Book Club @LAU
2024-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Postponed due to weather! Join us as we discuss this month’s book selection!

Computer Help @ELL
2024-09-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States

MDE Regional Family Literacy Night
2024-09-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Nora Davis Elementary School, 1305 Martin Luther King Avenue, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Presented by the Mississippi Department of Education
The Mississippi Department of Education will host 8 regional literacy meetings beginning Sept. 5, for families of students in kindergarten through third grade.
At the meetings, families will receive an overview of the Literacy-Based Promotion Act (LBPA), which is the state law concerning literacy and assessment, as well as strategies that can be used at home to help students improve their reading skills. The LBPA focuses on prevention and intervention to help children develop reading skills required for fourth grade. Family engagement is also a critical component of students’ reading success.
All meetings are from 6 – 7 p.m. and no registration is required. Families at all surrounding communities are invited to attend regardless of the location.

Board Meeting @LAU
2024-09-17 15:30 - 18:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States

Writer's Camp @ELL
2024-09-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Welcome to WRITER’S CAMP – The Power of Words! Join us at the Ellisville Public Library for a day filled with creativity and inspiration. This event is perfect for aspiring writers, seasoned authors, and anyone who simply loves words. Immerse yourself in workshops, discussions, and activities designed to ignite your passion for writing. Connect with like-minded individuals and unleash the power of your words.
Part of an ongoing series of workshops by WRITER’S CAMP designed to help individuals learn new writing skills, build confidence as a writer, and offer publishing opportunities.
This workshop focuses on the power of words and making sure you as author have chosen the right word to use for your project, your audience, and your purpose.

Register on Eventbrite. Presented by Pamela Hatch.

Checkmates Chess Social @LAU
2024-09-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Come play chess with other chess enthusiasts!

Coloring & Coffee @LAU
2024-09-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Join us for a relaxing time of coloring and conversation!
