From NoelHolston.com: Author of the acclaimed memoir Life After Deaf: My Misadventures in Hearing Loss and Recovery (2019), journalist Noel Holston has continued his “after deaf” odyssey with prize-winning photography, a CD of his songs titled Better Late, and a second memoir, As I Die Laughing: Snapshots from a Southern Childhood (2023). A native of […]

Open Mic Night at 320 Fifth Street will be hosted by Dr. Christy Liverett. Come and sing a song, read a poem, do some acting, or dance around!

Take a break and join the staff at the Laurel-Jones County Library for coffee and coloring on the second Friday of each month from 10 to 11 a.m. Colors and coffee provided!

Join Museum Director George Bassi for an engaging and informational walking tour of Laurel's historical district as he traces the history and evolution of the city and some of its finest homes and structures.

Make plans to come out on Friday, November 10, to the November Bingo Night at the Y! They will be collecting monetary donations to help the Veteran's Memorial Museum! Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Bingo cards are $10.00 each. If you bring a $5.00 donation to the Veteran's Memorial Museum, […]

Join us for a fun-filled, in-person event. The Walk to End Alzheimer's Holiday Paint Party! Get ready to unleash your creativity and make unforgettable memories. Join us for a day filled with laughter, paint, and holiday cheer. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with others, support a great cause, and show off your artistic […]

Laurel Mercantile's Scent Library is proud to host sister duo - Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Bush - for a special book signing of their new picture book, Love Comes First (published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers). The ticket includes a personalized copy of Love Comes First and a photo opportunity with Jenna […]

Dogwood Press and The Bookstore in the Window, in partnership with the Laurel-Jones County Library, will host an Author Event at the Laurel library. Mississippi authors Randy Pierce and J. Stephen Beam will be on hand to sign copies of their latest novels. For more information, call 601.428.4313.

320 Fifth Street will host trivia night! Teams are allowed up to 6 members each. Winning team members get 50% off their next visit to 320 and special handmade art by Teresa Mackey.

Join Lauren Rogers Museum of Art Director George Bassi for an engaging and informational walking tour of Laurel's historical district as he traces the history and evolution of the city and some of it's finest homes and structures. Departs from the Museum lobby.

Laurel Main Street will be selling reusable, collector-style wine cups for $20, which will allow guests to walk around downtown enjoying unlimited wine tastings at all participating merchants. Don't worry if you don't like wine - folks who wish not to partake in the wine are welcome to join in the fun for free! Over […]

The United Way of the Pinebelt hosts the opening night of the Prancer Path featuring the Chad Knight Band singing Christmas tunes!

Open Mic Night at 320 Fifth Street will be hosted by Dr. Christy Liverett. Come and sing a song, read a poem, do some acting, or dance around!  

Light up Mason Park! Come see the Christmas lights at Mason Park!

Trivia Night at 320 Fifth Street. Teams are allowed up to 6 members each. The winning team members get 50% off their next visit to 320 and special handmade art by Teresa Mackey.

The Jones County Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly Jones Co.nnect First Friday Networking event at the Laurel-Jones County Visitor Center on Friday, December 1st at 8:30 a.m. Guests will have the opportunity to connect with other local professionals as the event is open to any employee of a Chamber member company. "Whether you […]

Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting presented by Cadence Bank. Join us to bring Christmas to life in Downtown Laurel! Cadence Bank presents the downtown Christmas tree lighting, complete with Christmas carols and candlelight.

Join the Laurel Kiwanis Club for their annual Pancake Day at the YWCO and First Baptist Church of Laurel. Enjoy all you can eat pancakes, sausage, butter & syrup, coffee, milk, and sodas. All funds raised go towards college scholarships for local students.

Open Mic Night returns to Lee's! Our open mic has been a local favorite since we started having it years ago. Local musicians, poets, etc. come and perform original material as well as covers, for a laid-back, supportive audience. Anyone is welcome to participate, as long as you keep everything family-friendly. Free to all!

The Sporting Clay Competition benefiting Leadership Jones County will begin at 11 a.m. with lunch being served at noon and shooting starting at 1 p.m. The deadline for sponsorships is November 22nd. The deadline for entries and payment is December 1st. All participants must supply their own firearms, shells, and transportation. Contact the Jones County […]

Open Mic is hosted by Dr. Christy Liverett, so come out and sing a song, read a poem, do some acting, and dance around!

Take a break and join the staff at the Laurel-Jones County Library from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on the second Friday of each month. Colors and coffee are provided.

Looking for some free fun things to do on a Friday night with your family? Then come out and join the staff at the Laurel-Jones County Library for a fun evening of Christmas Crafts! Axel will be on hand for Tales to Tails, and there will be a very special guest visiting that evening.

Do you enjoy sharing or exploring new recipes? then check out the Laurel-Jones County Library's 641 Cookbook Club! Bring your prepared dish for sampling and/or the recipe to share with other club members. Each month's theme is listed on the Laurel-Jones County Library's social media pages. The event is held each month at 10:30 a.m. […]

Come celebrate the new location of The Social Club at 2210 Sandy Lane in Laurel!

Come celebrate the opening of Crossroads Coffee Roasters at Lee's Coffee and Tea!

Teams are allowed up to 6 members each. The winning team members get 50% off their next visit to 320 and a special handmade art piece by Teresa Mackey!

Open mic night at 320 Fifth Street will be hosted by Dr. Christy Liverett. Singing, acting, poetry, and dancing encouraged!    

Open Mic Night at 320 Fifth Street hosted by Dr. Christy Liverett.

Kick off the New Year with a special First Friday! This month, the Chamber of Commerce will be providing a presentation about the Chamber of Commerce's role in the community and the value of membership.

Open Mic Night at Lee's Coffee & Tea! Featuring local musicians, poets, etc. Free and family-friendly.

As a local leader, your input is invaluable. We cordially invite you to join fellow community members, business leaders, and the Alzheimer's Association for a Taste and Talk on the advancements in Alzheimer's research and our growing Walk to End Alzheimer's, the world's largest fundraiser to fight the disease. Research update provided by Kristen White […]

join the staff at 320 Fifth Street for an exciting evening filled with music bingo, where you can test your musical knowledge, win fantastic prizes, and have a whole lot of fun! It's the perfect blend of music, games, and entertainment-- an event you won't want to miss! And, best of all, it's FREE!

Open Mic is hosted by Dr. Christy Liverett. Participants are invited to sing, read poetry, act, dance, etc.

Join us for an exciting evening filled with music bingo, where you can test your musical knowledge, win fantastic prizes, and have a whole lot of fun! It's the perfect blend of music, games, and entertainment - an event you won't want to miss! And best of all, it's FREE!

Choices Clinic invites the public to join them in celebrating Sanctity of Human Life Month during their annual Sanctity of Human Life Event on the front steps of the courthouse in Laurel. Guest Speaker Pastor Matt Olson will speak on the importance of communities supporting moms, families, and pre-born life. Coffee and cookies will be […]

This workshop is perfect for both new and established entrepreneurs. Are you curious about structuring your business, securing funding, and organizing financials? Don't miss out on this chance to learn, network, and take your business to the next level. This event is free for HPC members and $25.00 for non-members. Register at higherpurposeco.org or contact […]

The Laurel Fraternal Order of Police, Krew of the Blue, will host the annual Mardi Gras Parade sponsored by Bok Homa Casino. Applications are available at the front office of the Laurel Police Department. More information call 601.425.4711 or email ojackson@laurelms.com. The parade will follow the usual Christmas parade route.

The Tween Thing at the Laurel Jones County Library will feature games, activities, crafts, and more for those ages 9-12. Refreshments will be served and admission is free.

Give the gift of life this Valentine's Day by coming out to the Cameron Center. All donors will receive $20.00 in gift cards to the vendor of their choice via email, a t-shirt on the day of the drive, and lunch (throughout the day from Polk's and Vitalant). Sign up online or call Michelle at […]

Join the Jones County Chamber of Commerce as they celebrate the opening of Keys2Fitness!

The Art Talk at LRMA for February will be provided by Nash Nunnery, author of Magnolia Gridiron Cathedrals. A proud native of the Mississippi Delta, freelance writer Nash Nunnery has tapped into his love of vintage high school football fields in his home state for his first book, Magnolia Gridiron Cathedrals. The hardback coffee table […]

Dr. Sandra Sider will present “Centennial to Bicentennial: Quilt Making in the United States, 1876-1976.” Dr. Sider, a past president of Studio Art Quilt Associates, recently retired after 10 years as Curator for the Texas Quilt Museum. She edited Art Quilt Quarterly for six years, and has published numerous articles and books on fiber and […]

Join the staff at 320 Fifth Street for an excellent evening filled with music bingo, where you can test your musical knowledge, win fantastic prizes, and have a whole lot of fun! It's the perfect blend of music, games, and entertainment -- an event you won't want to miss! And, best of all, its FREE!

This performance will inform and entertain local patrons of the arts to experience the traditional African American Spiritual in a new way. Composer/Arranger Damien Sneed set ten traditional Spirituals to include genres like gospel, Latin, jazz, and blues. Dr. Katrin Cox completed her doctoral project on this collection and took a deep dive into the […]

Join the Jones County Chamber of Commerce for the Grand Opening of Planet Fitness in Laurel!

Eddie Smith is the Mississippi State University Extension County Coordinator/ Extension Agent in Pearl River County. He has been employed with MSU-ES since July 1, 2008. He was the 2014 State Master Gardener Coordinator of the Year. He is also an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist. On January 1, 2023 he accepted the additional […]

Join the staff at the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art to celebrate the Handstitched Worlds exhibit with a fun-filled morning of quilt-inspired art and activities. From hands-on crafts to scavenger hunts, there will be fun for the whole family.

Join other home school families for an afternoon of FREE drop-in art adventures in the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art's annex. From toddlers to teenagers, everyone will enjoy this hands-on art experience. Activities change monthly and no reservations are required.

The Jones County Chamber of Commerce and First State Bank will present the 2024 Leadership Forum featuring Landon Bryant, author, content creator, and influencer from Landon Talks. Those interested in registering for the event may do so here.

Join the staff at 320 Fifth Street for an exciting evening filled with music bingo, where you can test your musical knowledge, win fantastic prizes, and have a whole lot of fun! It's the perfect blend of music, games, and entertainment-- an event you won't want to miss! And, best of all, it's FREE!

March's First Friday at Union Hall Multicultural Arts Center is your ticket to community connection! Network with local leaders, enjoy breakfast and coffee with the Jones County Chamber of Commerce and discover paths to elevate your business within the Chamber community. Bring a peer and double the impact! Registration is required.

Laurel Main Street presents Laurel Leap! On the first Saturday of March, Laurel Main Street is taking it to the streets for downtown Laurel's only 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament -- Laurel Leap Day! Courts will be set up in the parking lot along Front Street, with plenty of room in the bleachers for spectators to cheer […]

Laurel Main Street Presents Wine Down Downtown! For more information visit laurelmainstreet.com

Calling all TWEENS, ages 9-12 to join the staff at the Laurel-Jones County Library for The Tween Thing. The Tween Thing is a time for Tweens to gather, do crafts, play games, hang out, and have some fun!  

Join the staff at 320 Fifth Street for an exciting evening filled with music bingo, where you can test your musical knowledge, win fantastic prizes, and have a whole lot of fun! It's the perfect blend of music, games, and entertainment -- an event you won't want to miss! And, best of all, it's FREE!

Laurel Mercantile Co. is proud to support American makers and local creators. Visit the Mississippi Made festival and support Mississippi's most talented artisans and craftsmen. Entry is FREE!

En Plein Air Art event in conjunction with 40th Anniversary of DAFS.

Lauren Rogers Museum of Art will host a free family event featuring hands-on activities, live demonstrations, interactive art experiences and more!  

Join the City of Laurel Parks and Recreation Department in a Spring Break Bash basketball tournament! Ages 9 and up. Boys and girls welcome. Contact Doremus Johnikin (DJ) for more information at 601.319.6171.

Join distinguished quilter Martha Ginn as she shares her work and discusses how traditional quilting techniques can be used to created dynamic works of art. All Art Talk programs are free and open to the public. No reservations are required. Bring a lunch- beverages and desserts to be provided.

Join 320 for their Sunday Funday Spring Brunch! Great food & drinks with occasional musical guests!

The Laurel-Jones County Black History Museum and Arts welcomes U.S. Congressman Mike Ezell. Ezell will present a flag flown over the United States Capitol to the Laurel-Jones County Black History Museum and Arts in Honor of Black History Month.

Join other home school families for an afternoon of FREE drop-in art adventures in the Museum Annex. From toddlers to teenagers, everyone will enjoy this hands-on art experience. Activities change monthly and reservations are NOT required.

Join the staff at 320 Fifth Street for an exciting evening filled with music bingo, where you can test your musical knowledge, win fantastic prizes, and have a whole lot of fun! It's the perfect blend of music, games, and entertainment -- an event you won't want to miss! And, best of all, its FREE!

Join 320 for some Sunday Funday Spring Brunch! Great food & drinks with occasional musical guests.

Join the Jones County Chamber of Commerce in welcoming Jack's Family Restaurant to Laurel! Serving up delicious meals and warm smiles, Jack's is the perfect place for family and friends to gather and create memories.

Join the staff at the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art in their beautiful galleries and engage in a practice that focuses on relaxation, balance, and strength. Ann Barrow, a certified yoga instructor, will lead each drop-in class. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and bring their own yoga mat. Beginners are welcome and no […]

Join the Jones County Chamber of Commerce in a networking event at the Laurel-Jones County Library!  Meet with other local professionals and leaders where connections build a stronger Jones County. This month, the Jones County Chamber of Commerce and Laurel-Jones County Library will be celebrating the library's receiving one of 25 Home Town grants awarded […]

Join the staff at 320 for some "Sunday Funday" with their Spring Brunch! Great food & drinks with occasional musical guests.  

Join the Jones County Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Kim's No Bull dealership. Be part of this milestone moment and witness how they are steering towards the future of car retail. Let's dig into new beginnings and drive progress together! Your presence will add to the celebration.

Tuesday, April 9th: 11:30 a.m. Author chat with Miranda Beard, author of You Have a Gift This event is part of the weeklong Pop Up Book Shop hosted by the Friends of the Laurel-Jones County Library System.

Author chat with Derrion Arrington, author of Standing Firm in the Dixie: The Freedom Struggle in Laurel, MS (The Laurel Black History Project) This event is part of the weeklong Pop Up Book Shop hosted by the Friends of the Laurel-Jones County Library System.

Join the Jones County Chamber of Commerce at South Central Regional Medical Center to celebrate the new Cancer and Infusions Center opening at SCRMC! Tour the facility and get to know the staff that is providing Jones County with local quality care and service!