Ocean Springs Events
Ocean Springs Municipal Library
525 Dewey Ave.
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-1193
Jim Thompson, Branch Manager
Walking Club
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Come and join the Ocean Springs Municipal Library’s Walking Club, which meets every Tuesday at 10:00 AM. Enjoy a lively discussion about books and other fun topics while walking with us and enjoying the great outdoors. Start your journey towards a healthier lifestyle, one step at a time!
Donut Storytime @ Simply Donuts
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ The Ocean Springs Municipal Library hosts a special Storytime event at Simply Donuts on the last Thursday of every month from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. This event is open to children in kindergarten and younger, and those who attend will receive a free donut. The address of the event is 9005 Old Spanish Trail, Ocean Springs, MS, United States, Mississippi.
Drawing Club for Tweens and Teens
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __The Ocean Springs Municipal Library is hosting a Drawing Club for Tweens and Teens. The club will meet every other week from February 28th to April 24th, and then on specific dates between May and September. The meetings will take place from 4:15 to 6:15 pm.
The Drawing Club is a great opportunity for tweens and teens who want to learn how to draw, show off their art, help others learn, and make new friends! Some supplies will be provided, but you are more than welcome to bring your own. The specific dates for the club meetings are as follows:
– May 8th, May 22nd, June 5th, June 19th, July 3rd, July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, August 28th, September 11th. You can attend for the whole duration of the meeting or arrive later. Join us and let’s have fun together!
Monday Meditations with Kathryn
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Join us for Monday Meditations with Kathryn at Ocean Springs Library! Every Monday at 9 AM in our serene inner courtyard. Learn meditation & mindfulness activities.
Junior Mystery Club
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ If you’re a junior who loves to solve mysteries and think outside the box, Ocean Springs Municipal Library’s Junior Mystery Club might be perfect for you! The club meets every other Thursday from 5:00-6:00, and they have meetings scheduled throughout the year, including May 2nd, May 16th, May 30th, and many more. It sounds like a great opportunity to meet other kids who share your interests and have some fun solving mysteries together.
All-Abilities Story Time
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Are you looking for a fun and engaging activity to participate in? Join us at Ocean Springs Municipal Library every third Monday at 10 for All Abilities Story Time! Our story time is designed for adults who are differently abled but is open to all ages. You won’t want to miss out on the fun and engaging stories that we have lined up, paired with a sensory-filled craft. Our program is inclusive, so everyone is welcome to join us.
Yoga In the Stacks
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Ocean Springs Municipal Library presents Yoga in The Stacks every Tuesday at 9:00 AM. Join instructor Rebecca Hall for a free yoga class amid the library stacks. Please bring your mat.
Cinema Club
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Ocean Springs Municipal Library Cinema Club First Saturdays, 1:00-2:00. Similar to our Book Club, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library’s Cinema Club will gather each month to discuss a selected movie. Each month, a different movie will be assigned for the group to watch. Join Andrew to delve into the dynamics of this visual art form.
Gaming Club
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ The Ocean Springs Municipal Library Gaming Club meets every third Saturday of the month from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The club features tabletop games, video game tournaments, card games, and more. You can bring your own games or use the ones provided. Snacks and drinks will be available, courtesy of the Friends of The Ocean Springs Municipal Library.
Memory Cafe for Seniors
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ The Ocean Springs Municipal Library has collaborated with the Ocean Springs Senior Center to organize a monthly Memory Cafe for seniors. The cafe will occur on the first Monday of each month at 9:30 AM, and attendees will meet at the Senior Center at 515 Washington Ave. During the cafe, participants will discuss various topics, including popular dates, events, and personal memories. To make the event more fun, a trivia round with prizes will be held at the end of each session.
Adult Watercolor Class
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __Ocean Springs Municipal Library is pleased to announce its upcoming adult program – Watercolor Class. This class will be held every second Monday at 10 AM. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, you are welcome to join us for this monthly art class. Marianne, our experienced instructor, will teach a short lesson each month. In the rest of the class time, you can enjoy soft music, paint, and make new friends. If you are interested in this class, please call 228-875-1193 or visit the library to register. We look forward to seeing you there!
Evening Book Club
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Ocean Springs Municipal Library is holding an Evening Book Club. The next meeting is on March 26th, and it happens on every 4th Tuesday of the month. You are invited to join us at 5 PM to discuss the selected book of the month and socialize with new friends. This book club is perfect for those who are looking for fresh recommendations, engaging discussions, diverse opinions, and new connections. If you want to know which book has been chosen for the month, you can call 228-875-1193 or inquire at the front desk.
Bingo Bango @ the Library
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Join us at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library for BINGO BANGO at the Library every third Thursday at 2 PM! Bobbie will be hosting a fun-filled afternoon of Bingo where winners get to bring home a prize of their choice, provided by the Friends of the Ocean Springs Library. Don’t miss out on this exciting monthly event!
Puzzle Competition
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ There is a puzzle competition at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library located at 525 Dewey Ave on the first Saturday of the month at 10:00 am. There’s no need to pay for admission. Patrons will be divided into four groups and given a specific amount of time to complete a jigsaw puzzle. The first team to finish wins the “Golden Innie” trophy made by our 3D printer. You can contact them at 228-875-1193 or pr@jgrls.org for more information and visit their website at http://new.jgrls.org/index.php/ocean-springs.
Library Mystery Society
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Ocean Springs Municipal Library is hosting a monthly event called “Library Mystery Society” every second Saturday at Noon. This is an opportunity for you to work with your fellow community members and solve the mystery of the month. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Library.
Tuesday Crafternoon Teatime
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __Join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 2:00 PM for crafting and tea. We will have a new craft each month. Space is limited, so please call the library at 228-875-1193 to sign up or inquire about the craft.
Medgar Evers Exhibit
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ The Ocean Springs Municipal Library will be hosting the “This is Home: Medgar Evers, Mississippi, and the Movement” exhibit from August 15 to September 15, provided by the Mississippi Department of Archives & History (MDAH). This exhibit commemorates the 60th anniversary of the assassination of Medgar Wiley Evers. The exhibit features 14 panels that delve into the life and legacy of Medgar Evers, a significant civil rights activist in Mississippi. Evers served as the field secretary for the Mississippi NAACP, where he investigated cases of racial violence, organized local NAACP branch offices, and registered voters. His work brought national attention to the social and political issues in the state. Tragically, Evers was assassinated on June 12, 1963, at his Jackson home. Despite constant threats to his life, Evers fought tirelessly for justice, leaving behind a legacy in the ongoing fight for civil rights.
Exhibit reception of “This is Home: Medgar Evers, Mississippi, and the Movement
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS __ Join us at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library on Thursday, August 22nd at 6:00 PM for an exhibit reception of “This is Home: Medgar Evers, Mississippi, and the Movement,” hosted in collaboration with the Mississippi Department of Archives and History and the Mississippi Humanities Council. Dr. Robert Luckett, Associate Professor and Director of the Margaret Walker Center at Jackson State University, will present on “The Civil Rights Movement in Mississippi.” The exhibit runs from August 15th to September 15th. Food and refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Ocean Springs Municipal Library.