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Purvis Public Library

122 Shelby Speights Drive Purvis, MS 39475

Lumberton Public Library

106 West Main Avenue Lumberton, MS 39455

Oak Grove Public Library

4958 Old Highway 11 Hattiesburg, MS 39402

L.R. Boyer Memorial Library

121 Poplar Street Sumrall, MS 39482

Lajaunie Memorial Bookmobile

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May Calendar for Oak Grove Public Library

Date: May 02, 2025 (Friday)

Time: 10:00am-11:00am

Looking for a fun and relaxing way to get creative? Join us for Craft & Chat, where you can work on a craft, enjoy good conversation, and meet new friends in a laid-back setting.

Craft & Chat
Oak Grove Public Library
10:00am
Bring whatever you’re working on!
ADULTS ONLY!

Adults

Date: May 02, 2025 (Friday)

Time: 6:00 PM

Join us at the Oak Grove Library for our After Hours *SPICY* Book Club. This club erotica lovers aged 18+ ONLY! This month we will be reading and discussing "Neon Gods" by Katee Roberts!

After hours *SPICY* Book Club
Ages 18+ ONLY

Adults

Date: May 02, 2025 (Friday)

Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm

Squish, roll, and sculpt your way to fun at Play dough Day! Kids can get creative, strengthen fine motor skills, and explore hands-on play with colorful playdough. Each session will feature fun themes, tools, and plenty of opportunities to imagine and create!

from 3-5PM at the Oak Grove Public Library
Play Dough free play day. This event is for children!

Children

Date: May 05, 2025 (Monday)

Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Calling all young builders and creative minds! Join us for LEGO Club, where kids can build, create, and explore with LEGOs in a fun and friendly environment.

Children

Date: May 06, 2025 (Tuesday)

Time: 10:30-11:00am

Join us for stories, crafts, and fun! We will sing songs as well! The theme is Sheep! Ages 0-5 recommended!

Children

Date: May 07, 2025 (Wednesday)

Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Oak Grove Public Library presents: Writers’ Guild
Calling all writers! Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, Writers’ Guild is the perfect place for you to unleash your creativity. Join our supportive community of fellow writers at Oak Grove Public Library! Share your work, get feedback, and find inspiration in a welcoming, collaborative environment.

4:00 pm
Meets Twice a Month

Adults

Date: May 08, 2025 (Thursday)

Time: 10:30-11:00am

Join us for stories, crafts, and fun! We will sing songs as well! The theme is Sheep! Ages 0-5 recommended!

Children

Date: May 13, 2025 (Tuesday)

Time: 4:00pm-5:00pm

Location: Oak Grove Public Library

Are you curious about the rules of chess? Are you a seasoned player looking for new opponents? Have you been dying to learn the game but never had the opportunity?

Join us for Chess Club! A seasoned teacher will be facilitating this group for all ages and skill levels.

Chess Club
Oak Grove Public Library
Beginner friendly!
We’ll provide boards, pieces, and plenty of opportunities to learn and improve.
All ages welcome

4:00pm

All AgesChildrenTeensAdults

Date: May 13, 2025 (Tuesday)

Time: 10:30am-11:00am

Join us for stories, crafts, and fun! We will sing songs as well! The theme is Bugs! Ages 0-5 recommended!

Children

Date: May 15, 2025 (Thursday)

Time: 10:30am - 11:00am

Join us for stories, crafts, and fun! We will sing songs as well! The theme is Bugs! Ages 0-5 recommended!

Children

Date: May 16, 2025 (Friday)

Time: 10:00am

Feelin’ groovy and crafty? Break out the bell bottoms and tie-dye—it's time to get creative in true 70s style!

Join us for Craft & Chat, a far-out gathering where you can bring your own craft project, chill with cool people, and vibe to retro tunes in a laid-back setting. Whether you're macramé-ing, painting peace signs, or just here for the convo, you're totally welcome.

Craft & Chat
Oak Grove Public Library
10:00am
Bring whatever you’re working on!
ADULTS ONLY!

Adults

Date: May 20, 2025 (Tuesday)

Time: 10:30-11:00am

Join us for stories, crafts, and fun! We will sing songs as well! The theme is Dogs! Ages 0-5 recommend

Children

Date: May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)

Time: 10:00am

Join us for delicious brunch, exciting books, and good company!
Book selection: Carnegie's Maid by Marie Benedict

Oak Grove Library
Books and Brunch
10am
Adults Only

Adults

Date: May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)

Time: 4:00pm

Oak Grove Public Library presents: Writers’ Guild
Calling all writers! Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, Writers’ Guild is the perfect place for you to unleash your creativity. Join our supportive community of fellow writers at Oak Grove Public Library! Share your work, get feedback, and find inspiration in a welcoming, collaborative environment.

4:00 pm
Meets the first and third Wednesday of each month

Adults

Date: May 22, 2025 (Thursday)

Time: 10:30-11:00am

Join us for stories, crafts, and fun! We will sing songs as well! The theme is Dogs! Ages 0-5 recommend

Children

Date: May 22, 2025 (Thursday)

Time: 4:00pm

Come make a felt pennant! Teen & Adult.

TeensAdults

Date: May 23, 2025 (Friday)

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wanted: BUNCO Players!

Must know how to toss dice.
Must know how to count to twenty-one.
Must be able to recognize three of a kind.
Must be willing to have a good time.
Knowing how to have a good laugh is REQUIRED!

Space is limited for our bunco night. Please sign up by calling the Oak Grove Library at 601-296-1620 or emailing us at ogtech@lamar.lib.ms.us.

This is an adult event. Must be 18 or older to participate.

Adults

Date: May 24, 2025 (Saturday) - May 26, 2025 (Monday)

Time: ALL DAY

Closed

Date: May 27, 2025 (Tuesday)

Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm

Join us for Cookbook Club! Pick a recipe from our chosen cookbook and discuss how the recipe went!

Adults

Date: May 27, 2025 (Tuesday)

Time: 10:30-11:00am

Join us for stories, crafts, and fun! We will sing songs as well! The theme is Trucks! Ages 0-5 recommend

Children

Date: May 29, 2025 (Thursday)

Time: 6:00pm

Case: Ruby Franke

Are you a true crime junkie? Do you love Dateline or true crime podcasts? Join us for a fun program!

Each month we will dive into a new case. Feel free to research the case however you choose! Podcasts, documentaries, books, etc. We will discuss theories, motives, lasting legacies, and more!

Adults

Date: May 29, 2025 (Thursday)

Time: 10:30-11:00am

Join us for stories, crafts, and fun! We will sing songs as well! The theme is Trucks! Ages 0-5 recommend

Children

Date: May 30, 2025 (Friday)

Time: ALL DAY

Closed for staff development

Closed

Date: May 31, 2025 (Saturday)

Time: 9:30am - 10:30am

Join us for book club at the Oak Grove Library! Get Lit bookclub meets once a month!

May Pick: The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins

Adults

Date: May 31, 2025 (Saturday)

Time: 11:00am-1pm

Get ready to add a splash of color to your summer!

Join us for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party and celebrate this year’s theme: Color Our World—a celebration of creativity, culture, and connection through reading.

✨ Sign up for the Summer Reading Program
🎨 Enjoy colorful crafts & hands-on activities
🎉 Fun for kids, teens & families

Let’s kick off a summer of stories, imagination, and colorful adventures together!

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