Vancleave Events

Vancleave Public Library Invites Community to Fifth Annual Fall Festival

VANCLEAVE, Miss. — Children are invited to celebrate the Thanksgiving season by creating “Thankful Turkey Tubes” at the Vancleave Public Library on Tuesday, November 10, at 4 p.m.

During this hands-on program, participants will transform recycled toilet paper rolls and colorful yarn into adorable turkey decorations to take home and enjoy during the holiday season.

The program is designed for elementary- and middle-school students.

The Vancleave Public Library is located at 12604 Highway 57. For more information, call 228-826-5857.

Vancleave Library Invites Adults to Create Christmas Cross-Stitch Ornaments

VANCLEAVE, Miss. — Adults are invited to get a head start on their holiday crafting during a Christmas Cross-Stitch program at the Vancleave Public Library on Thursday, November 12.

Participants may drop in anytime between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to cross-stitch an adorable Christmas ornament to display at home or give as a handmade holiday gift.

The Vancleave Public Library is located at 12604 Highway 57. For more information, call 228-826-5857.

Friends of the Vancleave Library to Host Yard Sale Fundraiser

VANCLEAVE, Miss. — The Friends of the Vancleave Public Library will host a yard sale fundraiser Saturday, November 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Vancleave Public Library.

Community members are invited to shop a variety of reasonably priced items. Proceeds from the sale will support programs and activities at the Vancleave Public Library.

The Friends group is also accepting donations of gently used items at the library from Saturday, November 7, through Friday, November 13. Clothing items will not be accepted. All donated items will become the property of the Friends of the Vancleave Public Library and will be priced and sold by Friends group members.

The Vancleave Public Library is located at 12604 Highway 57. For more information, call 228-826-5857.

Vancleave Public Library Invites Seniors to Join Weekly Cookie Baking Program

VANCLEAVE, Miss. — Something sweet is baking at the Vancleave Public Library! Beginning in September 2026, the library will host a weekly Cookie Baking program bringing local senior citizens together with library staff for fun, fellowship and a little time in the kitchen.

Participants will meet each Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. to help bake cookies for upcoming library programs. The activity offers seniors an opportunity to socialize, connect with others and play a special role in supporting their community library.

Registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis. We appreciate the community’s enthusiasm and ask that participants simply contact the Vancleave Public Library to secure their spot—or a family member’s spot—before making plans to attend.

The program will be held at Vancleave Public Library, 12604 Highway 57.  To register or for more information, call 228-826-5857 or visit www.JGRLS.org.

Wednesday Crochet Club

VANCLEAVE, MS __ Join us at Vancleave Public Library on Wednesdays at 10 for Beginning Crochet. Let’s learn a new skill together with an introductory lesson on the art of crochet. We kindly ask that you bring your own crochet hook and preferred color of yarn for this class, preferably a light color. This program is open to homeschoolers of all ages. To reserve your spot, please call 228-826-5857.