Laurel Library

Storytime @LAU
2030-09-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2030-09-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2030-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | 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
2030-09-04 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).

Baby + Me @ELL
2030-09-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2030-09-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2030-09-19 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.

Storytime @ELL
2030-09-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2030-09-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2030-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States

LOTTIE the Trolley @Sandersville
2030-09-06 13:00 - 14:30, 2030-09-20 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
2030-09-06 15:00 - 16:00, 2030-09-20 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 on Sunday
2030-09-08, 2030-09-15, 2030-09-22 | MS
The Laurel-Jones County Library System is closed on Sundays.

Baby + Me @LAU
2030-09-10 09:00 - 10:00, 2030-09-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2030-09-24 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
2030-09-10 09:00 - 11:00, 2030-09-17 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.

Pokémon Trainers Club @LAU
2030-09-10 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.

Pokémon Go Walking Club @LAU
2030-09-14 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
2030-09-14 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!

LOTTIE the Trolley @Calhoun
2030-09-18 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
2030-09-19 14:30 - 16:30 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Join us each month to to complete a LEGO® challenge!

Ellisville Chess Club @ELL
2030-09-21 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!

Super Smash Bros Ultimate Fall Tournament @LAU
2030-09-21 10:00 - 13:00 | 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.

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.

Sensory Time @LAU
2030-09-23 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.
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.
