Laurel Library

Sensory Day: Fall Festival @LAU
2025-10-13 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Baby + Me @LAU
2025-10-14 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-28 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

Storytime @LAU
2025-10-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-28 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!

MS Lift @LAU
2025-10-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
MS Lift will present parenting workshops four times a month on various days. Two of the workshops focus on parenting skills, one on crafts, and one is a storytime. Children are welcome to attend with their parents. These programs are geared toward for teen parents, but parents of all ages are welcome.

Pokémon Trainers Club @LAU
2025-10-14 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-21 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
2025-10-14 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
2025-10-14 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!

Author Showcase @LAU
2025-10-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Sponsored by the Friends of the Laurel-Jones County Library.

LOTTIE the Trolley @Calhoun
2025-10-15 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
2025-10-16, 2025-10-23
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
2025-10-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-23 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
2025-10-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States

LOTTIE the Trolley @Sandersville
2025-10-17 12:30 - 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
2025-10-17 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 ).

MPB Tiny Tot Toolbox @LAU
2025-10-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Learn to design lessons aligned to the Mississippi Department of Education Standards for Early Childhood Education.
Expand your “toolbox” with practical strategies and resources for a successful school year.
OCTOBER 18, 2025: Sparking Curiosity: AI Tools for Little Learners
JANUARY 31, 2026: PBS: Plug, Play & Learn
APRIL 18, 2026: Teaching the Way They Learn: Understanding &Adapting to Learning Styles in Every Classroom
(5 In-Service Hours or 0.5 CEU Credits)
Registration required. Click here to register.

Genealogy Dept closed
2025-10-22 - 2025-10-25
The Genealogy Department will be closed from October 22 through October 25. We apologize for the inconvenience.

LOTTIE the Trolley @Boo Dash in ELL
2025-10-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
You can find us at the Boo Dash in Ellisville.

Checkmates Chess Social & Cube Corner @LAU
2025-10-25 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!

JCGHO @LAU
2025-10-25 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
2025-10-27 14:30 - 15:30
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 Halloween Party : Games and Treats!
