Laurel Library

The Tween Teen Thing @LAU
2030-01-08 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | 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
2030-01-08 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!

Fine Free Thursday
2030-01-10, 2030-01-17, 2030-01-24 | MS
Return overdue books to have your overdue fines waived!
Please note that there are some rules that apply:

FFT only applies to the overdue fines for books. 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.

Baby + Me @ELL
2030-01-10 09:00 - 10:00, 2030-01-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2030-01-24 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
2030-01-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2030-01-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2030-01-24 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!

Bookworms Book Club @LAU
2030-01-10 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
2030-01-10 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!

Pokémon Go Walking Club @LAU
2030-01-12 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
2030-01-12 09:00 - 11:00, 2030-01-26 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!

Baby + Me @LAU
2030-01-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2030-01-22 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
2030-01-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2030-01-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States

LOTTIE the Trolley @Calhoun
2030-01-16 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).

LEGO® Club @ELL
2030-01-17 14:30 - 16:30 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States

LOTTIE the Trolley @Sandersville
2030-01-18 13:00 - 14:30 | Sandersville, Main St., Sandersville, MS, United States
You can find us in Sandersville at Main St. & Hwy 11.

LOTTIE the Trolley @Bogue Homa CERF
2030-01-18 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 ).

Closed for Dr Martin Luther King Jr Day
2030-01-19 - 2030-01-21 | MS
All locations of the Laurel-Jones County Library System will be closed for Dr Martin Luther King Jr Day.

Pokémon Trainers Club @LAU
2030-01-22 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.

BINGO @LAU
2030-01-25 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
2030-01-26 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.

Senior Circle @LAU
2030-01-28 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 to be announced.

Sensory Day @LAU
2030-01-28 16:00 - 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.
