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. 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. The Gautier Friends of the Library provides light refreshments. 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 “Brown Bag Bunco”. 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. The Friends of the Library provides prizes and refreshments. Call the library for information at 497-4531 and 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. Using various materials and resources, our group will focus on one well-known actual crime case or criminal. Before the episode, the Gautier Friends 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.
Gautier Teen Advisory Group
GAUTIER, MS __ Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month at 1:00 pm for the GPL Teen Advisory Group! Students in 6th – 12th grades are welcome. You will have food and fun and receive volunteer hours! Call the library to register!
Stars Wars Week @ Gautier Public Library
GAUTIER, MS __ Join us in a week-long celebration beginning May 1st through May 6th for May 4th Star Wars Day! There will be daily events for all ages in the family. May the 4th be with you!
Monday @ 6 pm – 3-D Star Wars Figure Painting (family)
Tuesday @ 6 pm – Star Wars Movie Trivia (family)
Wednesday @ 6 pm – Star Wars BINGO (family)
Thursday @ 10 am – Star Wars Storytime (pre-k)
Friday @ 2 pm – Star Wars Escape Room (family)
Saturday @ 2 pm – Jedi Academy (elementary)
Meal and a Mystery
GAUTIER, MS __ Are you an amateur sleuth or a gumshoe? Join us for our “Meal and a Mystery” event on May 4th; dinner at 5:30 pm and mystery at 6:00 pm. Visit the library to have a meal while collaborating with others to solve a mystery. There is no cost for this event. Please call to sign up at 228 497-4531; space is limited. This program is for ages 18 and older.
Summer Supply Drive for JC Animal Shelter
GAUTIER, MS __ The Gautier Friends of the Library is having a Supply Drive in June 2023. Drop off supplies for the animal shelter at the library during June and receive a chance to win the Summer Library Program grand prize. For a wish list please visit https://pets.co.jackson.ms.us/169/Donations-Wish-List
GPL Create! Springtime Painting
GAUTIER, MS __ Join us for an evening of fun springtime arts and crafts at the library, Thursday, May 18 at 6 pm. At no cost to you, come paint and design your canvas bag. This event is intended for those 18 and older. Beverages will be available to add to this fun-filled activity. Refreshments are provided by the Gautier Friends of the Library.
Pressed Floral Lanterns
GAUTIER, MS __ Tuesday, May 23 at 5:30 pm, let’s create pretty homemade pressed flower lanterns using pressed flowers, baby food jars, and decoupage. This event is intended for those 18 and older.