Jackson-George Regional Library has something for everyone during the month of April. Check out the events that are happening at each branch location below.
Peeps, Eggs, and More!
HURLEY, MS __ Join us on April 4, 4:00 pm at East Central Public Library to create peeps, eggs, and more! We will make Easter theme garland. Materials and Light refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the East Central Public Library. Please call 228-588-6263 to sign up!
Easter Celebration with the Easter Bunny
HURLEY, MS __ Bring your friends and family to the East Central Public Library on April 7 and 8, 10 am – 2 pm. Hop on down to have your picture taken with the Easter Bunny.
Sketch with Me: Breaking Down Shapes
HURLEY, MS __ Calling all adults! Bring your favorite sketching materials to the East Central
Public Library on April 20th at 4 pm and practice sketching with Tina. She will guide you through the process of how to break images down into basic shapes. This can help you start your journey to see the world like an artist.
Smashed Flower Cards
HURLEY, MS __ Come to the East Central Public Library on April 25, 4 pm. Ms. Rebecca will show us how to create beautiful cards for any occasion from broken flowers, ripped paper, and other art mediums. Materials and light refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the East Central Public Library.
GAUTIER – For more information contact:
Melinda “Ann” Rushing, Branch Manager – 228-497-4531
1st Tuesday Homeschool S.T.E.A.M. Day
GAUTIER, MS __ Join us for Homeschool S.T.E.A.M. on the first Tuesday of the month at 2 pm and meet with other local homeschool families to make Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math combine learning fun! These simple S.T.E.A.M. experiments are designed for multiple ages, so bring the whole family. Light refreshments are provided by the Gautier Friends of the Library. Sign up by calling (228) 497-4531 or visiting our front desk and let us know how many children will be attending with your family.
3rd Thursday Brown Bag Bunco
GAUTIER, MS __ Join every 3rd Thursday beginning April 20 with “Brown Bag Bunco” and enjoy a fun-filled hour of Bunco; there is no cost! Bring a bag/box lunch and we will provide the drinks and desserts! This event is intended for adults 18 years and older. Prizes and refreshments are provided by the Friends of the Library. Please call the library for information at 228-497-4531 to sign up!
Thursday Storytime with Mrs. Donna
GAUTIER, MS __ Join us for Storytime with Mrs. Donna every Thursday at 10 a.m. We will enjoy music, crafts, and our favorite picture books. Storytime is intended for children from preschool to kindergarten.
2nd Thursday Crime Will Tell! A True Crime Club
GAUTIER, MS __ The True Crime Club will meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Our group will focus on one well-known true crime case or criminal using a variety of materials and resources. Prior to the episode, the Gautier Friends of the Library will post a list of resources on their Facebook page. A copy of the resources can be found at the library or requested via email. Light refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Library and local businesses. For more information, call the library at 228-497-4531.
Easter Craft “Eggstravaganza”
GAUTIER, MS __ Join us for this Easter Egg craft program. April 6, 2 pm to decorate a wooden egg using various crafting supplies. This program is for those ages 12 and older.
Spring Into Coloring
GAUTIER, MS __ Join us in the meeting room to unwind with an evening of coloring, relaxing music, and conversation on April 12 at 5:30 pm. This event is for adults 18 and older. Sign-up is suggested and snacks are provided by the Gautier Friends of the Library.
Gautier Public Library’s Teen Advisory Group
GAUTIER, MS __ Join us on April 18 at 1 pm at the Gautier Public Library (GPL) for the GPL Teen Advisory Group! Students in 6th – 12th grades are welcome. We will have food and fun; teens can receive volunteer hours! Call the library to register!
LUCEDALE –
For more information contact:
Cynthia Morgan, Branch Manager (601) 947-2123
LEGO Club Extends through April and May
LUCEDALE, MS __ Let your children explore the limits of their imagination and utilize their creativity to build architectural Lego masterpieces. Lego Cub is extended through April and May, every other Saturday beginning April 8th 10 am.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
LUCEDALE, MS __ Join us for Lucedale-George County Public Library Annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 1st at 10 am. Easter festivities, including snacks, story time in the meeting room, and an Easter egg hunt in Lucedale City Park! Bring your cameras. The Easter Bunny will be here! For children 12 and under!
There’s More to the Story
LUCEDALE, MS __ Join us for a “Lunch and Learn with Nancy Jo” on April 4th at 11:30 am. Bring your brown bag lunch, have a seat, and learn about journalism with Nancy Jo Maples, writer for the George County Times. Drop in for a few minutes or take the hour to learn. There will also be a Q&A session for those burning questions that prospective journalists may have. This program is intended for ages 17 and up.
Keeping Backyard Chickens
LUCEDALE, MS __ Lucedale-George County Public Library presents its children’s program, “Keeping Backyard Chickens” Easter craft, on April 6, 202, at 4 pm. Patrons 12 and under are welcome; under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Presenter Ann Howard will teach these young patrons how to care for backyard chickens. Ann Howard has been with the Farm Bureau/ Mississippi Federation of Women in Agriculture for five years and has worked for the Mississippi State Extension Services for eighteen years. Please call to sign up and invite your friends!
Paint and Sip
LUCEDALE, MS __ Join us for a paint-and-sip party at the Lucedale-George County Library April 13th, 4 pm. This program is intended for adults 17 and up. Paint Supplies will be provided. Registration is required. Supplies are limited! Call the Library today and save your seat! (601) 947-2123
Galaxy Painting Youth Program
LUCEDALE, MS __ Join us April 20, 5 pm and learn how to create a beautiful galaxy painting from a professional artist, Christine Cole! This program is geared toward youth in 6th grade and up. Call to sign up at (601) 947-2123 and invite your friends!
MOSS POINT
For more information contact:
Lynn Rainey, branch manager – 228-769-3146
Storytime with Author Yashekia Felder Matthews,
“I’m Not Bad! I Just Want Attention”
PASCAGOULA, MS __ Join us for a book reading session by the co-Authors Yashekia & Isaiah Matthew, “I’m Not BAD! I Just Want Attention.” on Thursday, April 6, at 4:30p at Family Education Center, 3524 Prentiss Avenue, Moss Point.
This inspiring children’s book about self-esteem, emotions, and kindness was co-written with her son Isaiah. Please bring your copy to be autographed. Autographed copies are available for purchase at the event.
Storytime Tuesdays @ MP’s Family Education Center
MOSS POINT, MS __ Pre-schoolers and families, join us for storytime every Tuesday at 10 am at the Moss Point School District’s Family Education Center (FEC) located at 3524 Prentiss Ave. Enjoy stories in the library vault and a craft.
Patrons may visit www.JGRLS.org and find account information using a library card number and PIN to reserve materials and use free electronic resources 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more announcements, follow the library on Facebook or Instagram @JacksonGeorgeLibrary.
OCEAN SPRINGS
For more information contact:
Yvonne Parton, Branch Manager
Lap Sit Storytime with Ms. Mo!
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ The Ocean Springs Municipal Library presents special story times every Tuesday, beginning February 7th at 11 am through the month of May at the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center ( Visual Arts Room 2nd floor). Toddlers and infants will enjoy the interactive time, reading together with parents, singing, and moving. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult. For more information contact 228-769-3060 ext. 1237.
Wednesday Pre-K Storytime with Ms. Mo!
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Start your day with stories, music and more on Wednesdays beginning at 10 am with Pre-k Storytime with Ms. Mo at the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center ( Visual Arts Room 2nd floor). All ages are welcome.
OS Library Teen Sci-Café Presents:
PLAN. DESIGN. CREATE. BUILD!! ARCHITECTURE
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ The Ocean Springs Municipal Library’s Teen Sci-Café presents: Plan. Design. Create. Build! Architecture, April 19th @ the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center, Visual Arts – 2nd floor. Join us for pizza at 6:00 pm; the program will begin at 6:30 pm. Meet Madison and Mark Talley of Tall Architects. You’ll hear about their work, how they became architects, and how architecture is a fun and worthwhile adventure. This program is open to all middle and high school students.
OS Library @ the Mary C. Presents:
Make Your Own Balloon Art
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Join us on April 22, 10:30 -12 noon for Balloon Art Fun with Trish Stryker, the balloon artist and entertainer. Learn how to create your creative balloon figures. Make cute critters, whimsical hats, and much more! All supplies will be furnished. Free for ages 10+. Register: Email osmgr@igrls.org or visit the Mary C.
OS Library @ the Mary C. Presents:
Special Story Time Event Carl the Roster
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Join us on April 29, 10:30 -12 noon with Chelsea Prince as she shares her storybook of how Carl the Rooster helped her family adjust to their new life in Ocean Springs and the fun, they had imagined his adventures. Carl the Rooster, the little guy with the Big personality that captured the hearts of one small Mississippi town.
PASCAGOULA
For more information contact:
Jim Thompson branch manager – 228-769-3060
Storytime with Co-authors Yashekia and Isaiah Matthews,
“I’m Not Bad! I Just Want Attention”
PASCAGOULA, MS __ Join us at storytime Wednesday, April 5, at 10 am at the Pascagoula Library with Moss Point native and author Yashekia Felder Matthew reads her popular book, “I’m Not BAD! I Just Want Attention”, an inspiring children’s book about self-esteem, emotions, and kindness co-written with son, Isaiah.
Spring Break Pac-Man Competition
PASCAGOULA, MS __ Looking for something to do during your Spring Break? Then come to the library and compete in our Pac-Man competition week April 3-8th . Sign up at the children’s desk any time during the week and register for the competition. There will be two age groups Elementary. (1st – 5th grade) and Youth (6th – 12th grade)
Medicare Info Night
PASCAGOULA, MS __ Join us for Medicare Info Night April 13, 5:30 pm. Courtney Thomas from Insurance Solutions will discuss topics and answer your questions relating to Medicare.
Celebrating National Library Week! Homeschool Youth
PASCAGOULA, MS __ Join us Friday, April 28th at 2pm with an afternoon of library trivia. Test your library knowledge and see if your team can win the competition! For ages 12 to 18. Space is limited so reserve your spot today! Call 228-769-3060
Sit! Stay! Read!@ the library?
PASCAGOULA, MS __ Join the fun! 3rd Saturdays, 12-2 pm for Join us for Visiting Pet Teams of South Mississippi! Read Stories to Pets! “Sit! Stay! Read!” To help improve their reading skills, children read one-on-one to licensed pet therapy dogs! Dogs enable kids to tackle the serious issue of childhood illiteracy in a fun way. Because pets accept people without conditions, children are free of the stress of judgments and expectations. Children must be accompanied by parent, grandparent, or adult guardian.
Pascagoula Lego Club
PASCAGOULA, MS __ Come let your children explore the limits of their imagination and utilize their creativity to build architectural Lego masterpieces the last Tuesday of the month at 4pm. Legos provided by the library; inspiration provided by you. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a parent or adult.
ST. MARTIN
For more information contact:
Amber Schultze, Branch Manager – 228-392-3250
St. Martin Free Bingo Tuesday
ST. MARTIN, MS __ Bring your friends and play FREE Bingo! Try this exciting game and an afternoon out with friends on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Prizes will be given away! Light refreshments are provided by the Friends of the St. Martin Public Library. This program is intended for those ages 17 and up. For more information, call 228-392-3250.
April Homeschool Book Club, “Matilda” by Roald Dahl
ST. MARTIN, MS __ Homeschool students are welcome to join our Homeschool Book Club, April 5th, and 19th at 2 pm. We will read “Matilda” by Roald Dahl. Registration is required as space and copies of the book are limited. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 228-392-3250.
Egg Hunt Storytime
ST. MARTIN, MS __ Join us for a special storytime at the library April 6th, 10 am! This storytime will feature springtime stories, games, and an egg hunt! Make sure to bring something to collect eggs. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. Please call 228-392-3250 to register.
Mother’s Day Teacup Candle Making
ST. MARTIN, MS __ Come and join us on April 13th 5:30 pm for a candle-making class using upcycled teacups! These teacup candles will make a great gift for Mother’s Day! All supplies are provided by the Friends of the St. Martin Public Library. Please call us at 228-392-3250 to sign up; space is limited. This program is intended for those ages 17 and up.
Money Matters
ST. MARTIN, MS __ It is Money Smart Week! Join us April 18th at 4:30 pm to talk about money matters with Christian Hartley, president of Cadence Bank, and play a life-sized Game of Life. This program is intended for children 10 and up. There will be game prizes and refreshments provided by Friends of the Library. Will you win the Game of Life?
Meet Author, Johnnie Bernhard, “Hannah and Ariela”
ST. MARTIN, MS __ April 21, 10 am – 12 pm Meet and Greet Johnnie Bernhard, author “Hannah and Ariela”. Bernhard, A former English teacher and journalist, Johnnie Bernhard has always been a lover of reading and writing. Come to the library and join Johnnie to hear about her latest book, Hannah and Ariela – a resilient and suspenseful novel about human trafficking. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the St. Martin Public Library.
St. Martin Lego Club
ST. MARTIN, MS __ ST. MARTIN, MS __ If you have the creativity, then we have the LEGOs. If you love building with LEGOs, this is the program for you! Children are encouraged to come to the library April 25th and May 23rd 3:30 pm for Lego Club in the Children’s area. Build with a team or make a creation of your own. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Light refreshments are provided by the Friends of the St. Martin Library. Call 228-392-3250 to register today.
St. Martin Line Dancing
ST. MARTIN, MS __ Scoot your boots over to the library for some line-dancing fun April 29, 10 am. Be sure to wear hard-soled shoes that you can slide in as Tammy Rice teaches basic steps and simple routines. Let’s learn to dance! Registration is required due to limited space. Call 228-392-3250 to save your spot today! This program is intended for those ages 17 and up.
VANCLEAVE
For more information contact:
Lauria Barton, Branch manager – 228-826-5857
Stanger Things Escape Room
VANCLEAVE, MS __ On April 5th, join us at the Vancleave library for the Stranger Things Escape Room. The Upside Down is open again, and this time Eleven is the one trapped inside. Can you find Eleven and make your way out of the Upside Down before the Demogorgon finds you? Open to ages 12-17. Registration Required. Call 228-826-5857 to reserve a time slot.
It’s An Easter Egg Hunt
VANCLEAVE, MS __ Grab your basket and join us for a “bunny” special storytime and easter egg hunt, April 6th, 10 am. This event is open to ages birth to 5. Call the Vaclav Public Library at 228-826-5857 for more information.
Beginning Crochet for Homeschoolers
VANCLEAVE, MS __ Join us for an introductory lesson on the art of crochet April 6th, 3 pm. Please bring your crochet hook and favorite color of yarn for this class (preferably a light color.) This program is open to homeschoolers of all ages. Please call 228-826-5857 to sign up.
Pipe Cleaner Critters
VANCLEAVE, MS __ Create your own critters with pipe cleaners April 11, 5pm at the. This crafty event is open to ages 5-12. Supplies are limited, call to reserve your spot. 228-826-5857.
Spring Into Spring Cleaning!
VANCLEAVE, MS __ Challenge your brain and put your skills to the test on April 12 at 1 pm for a fun afternoon of building structures using supplies you may have at home. Homeschool students of all ages are welcome! Please call for more information at 228-826-5857.
Homeschool STEM Challenge
VANCLEAVE, MS __ Learn how to make your own “budget-friendly” cleaning supplies, April 13, 4pm. This includes laundry detergent, multi-purpose disinfectant, hand sanitizer, and baking pan cleanser! Supplies are provided by the Friends of the Vancleave Library. Space is limited; ages 17 & older are preferred. Sign up at the front desk or call 228-826-5857.
Fingerprinting for Safety
VANCLEAVE, MS __ Bring your kids to the library April 29, 10 am to meet our local deputies and build trusting relationships between officers and families. The kids will have the opportunity to be fingerprinted and learn lots of safety tips. This program is open to everyone in the community. Please call the library for more information at 228-826-5857.
Sheriff Storytime
VANCLEAVE, MS __ Bring your kids ages birth to 10,on April 20, 10 am for storytime with our Jackson County Sheriff at the Vancleave Public Library.
