Laurel Library

Baby + Me @ELL
2026-06-11 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-18 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-25 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
A program exploring books, songs, and fun activities designed for babies and toddlers.

Splash Day (Sensory Sensitivity Hour)@ELL
2026-06-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Ellisville City Park, 402 N Church St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Cool off at City Park next to the library with inflatable water slides and outdoor fun. Bring the whole family for a refreshing afternoon of play.
This hour is exclusively for those with sensory sensitivities. Anyone without sensory sensitivities will need to wait until the 1 pm program to come play.

Splash Day @ELL
2026-06-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Ellisville City Park, 402 N Church St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Cool off at City Park next to the library with inflatable water slides and outdoor fun. Bring the whole family for a refreshing afternoon of play.

LOTTIE the Trolley @Sandersville
2026-06-12 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-06-26 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
2026-06-12 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-26 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 ).

Pokémon Go Walking Club @LAU
2026-06-13 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
2026-06-13 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!

Closed on Sunday
2026-06-14, 2026-06-21 | MS
The Laurel-Jones County Library System is closed on Sundays.

Baby + Me @LAU
2026-06-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-23 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

Hattiesburg Zoo @LAU
2026-06-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Join us for this educational visit from the Hattiesburg Zoo. Learn about wildlife and conservation in this engaging, family-friendly program.

Fine Free Thursday
2026-06-18, 2026-06-25 | 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.

Freedom Ranch Wildlife Center @ELL
2026-06-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Meet native birds of prey and small exotic animals while learning about wildlife rehabilitation and conservation. Presented by Freedom Ranch, this program offers a unique, hands-on educational experience.

LOTTIE the Trolley @Moss
2026-06-18 15:00 - 16:00 | Dollar General in Moss, 5334 MS-15 N, Laurel, MS, 39443, United States
You can find us at the Dollar General in Moss (5334 MS-15 N, Laurel, MS 39443).

Juneteenth Come & Go: Button Making
2026-06-19 09:00 - 13:00 | MS

Closing Early for Staff Meeting @ELL
2026-06-19 13:00 - 17:00 | MS
The Ellisville Public Library will close at 1:30 AM on Friday, June 19th, for a staff meeting.

Super Smash Bros Ultimate Summer Tournament @LAU
2026-06-20 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.

LOTTIE the Trolley @The Teepee Childcare Center
2026-06-22 09:00 - 11:00 | The Teepee Childcare Center, 24 Warrior Rd, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
You can find us at The Teepee Childcare Center (24 Warrior Rd, Ellisville, MS 39437). This is a closed event that is not open to the public.

Dinosaur Crew @LAU
2026-06-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Experience live baby dinosaurs up close in this exciting, interactive show. The Dinosaur Crew brings prehistoric creatures to life in a fun and educational way. More info can be found here: https://www.memphismagicevents.com/dinosaurcrew

Pokémon Trainers Club @LAU
2026-06-23 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.

[Cancelled] Computer Q & A @LAU
2026-06-24 09:15 - 11:15 | Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel, MS, 39440, United States
Canceled due to staffing issues.

LOTTIE the Trolley @Calhoun
2026-06-24 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).

All Day LEGO®/STEAM Day with Spare Parts Robotics Demo @ELL
2026-06-25 09:00 - 19:00 | Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
Drop in for a full day of creative building with LEGO and STEAM activities, plus a special robotics demonstration. Explore, build, and see innovation in action.

So You Want to Write @LAU
2026-06-25 15:30 - 16:30 | MS
“So You Want to Write” is a workshop to get writers of all ages writing! There is a monthly theme and project to work on. Led by Pamela Hatch.
