Laurel Library

Author Spotlight: Jason Markiewitz @LAU
2025-08-29 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
The Friends of the Laurel-Jones County Library will be hosting an Author Spotlight on Friday, August 29 with Jason Markiewitz. His book is Sarajevo Roses.

Jason Markiewitz has spent more than 27 years in the United States Air Force, serving in South Korea, Italy, Afghanistan, and the Balkans, along with numerous stateside locations. During his assignment to Headquarters, Allied Forces Southern Europe, Naples, Italy, in 2002-2003, he was forward deployed to the Balkans as part of a NATO contingent and it was that experience that shaped this book. In addition to being an author, he is an actor, a voice actor, an award-winning audiobook narrator, and an audio drama producer. He is married to his high school sweetheart and they share three wonderful children together.

Sarajevo Roses is a collection of poetry with accompanying photographs that takes a first-hand look at the after-effects of the second Kosovo war. Verse by verse the reader will be taken behind the scenes, through the rubble, and deep into the countryside to experience the devastation of the past, the pain of the present, and the hope for a better tomorrow.

BINGO @LAU
2025-08-29 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.

Closed for Labor Day
2025-08-30 - 2025-09-01
Both locations of the Laurel-Jones County Library System will be closed for Labor Day.

Baby + Me @LAU
2025-09-02 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-09-09 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-09-16 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
2025-09-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-16 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!

LOTTIE the Trolley @Soso
2025-09-03 15:00 - 16:30 | 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
2025-09-04, 2025-09-11
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
2025-09-04 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-09-11 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
2025-09-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States

LOTTIE the Trolley @Sandersville
2025-09-05 12:30 - 14:30 | Sandersville, Main St., Sandersville, MS, United States
You can find us in Sandersville at Main St. & Hwy 11.

Special Olympics Young Athletes @LAU
2025-09-05 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Young Athletes is a sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities. The goal is to introduce children 2-7 years old to basic sport skills. Children participate in play geared to developing fine and gross motor skills, basic sports skills, learning, and social skills that they need as they age and advance in play.
Click here for more information.

Registration is required. Click here to register.

***Note: This is not a drop-off event/program.

Friends Meeting @LAU
2025-09-08 14:15 - 15:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States

Pokémon Trainers Club @LAU
2025-09-09 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-16 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.

The Tween Teen Thing @LAU
2025-09-09 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
2025-09-09 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!

Bookworms Book Club @LAU
2025-09-11 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
2025-09-11 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!

Checkmates Chess Social & Cube Corner @LAU
2025-09-13 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
2025-09-15 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.

Native Herbs, Plants, and Trees @LAU
2025-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Come learn about what grows in our area and how to incorporate it into our everyday life! Presented by the Jones County MSU Extension Office

LOTTIE the Trolley @Calhoun
2025-09-17 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).
