Vancleave Public Library

Vendors Wanted for Spring Fling 2026 & Craft Show at Vancleave Public Library

Vancleave, MS – The Friends of the Vancleave Public Library are now accepting vendors for the highly anticipated Spring Fling 2026 & Craft Show, happening Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Vancleave Public Library (12604 Hwy 57).

This exciting, family-friendly event will feature a craft show, food vendors, carnival games, a bouncy house, and plenty of community fun. Local artisans, small businesses, and food trucks are invited to showcase their products and connect with hundreds of attendees.

Vendor Booth Pricing:
• $30 Outside Booth
• $40 Inside Booth
• $50 Food Truck

Spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly. Interested vendors should call 228-826-5857 for registration and additional details.

Spring Fling 2026 & Craft Show Brings Family Fun to Vancleave

Mark your calendars! The Friends of the Vancleave Public Library invite the community to attend the Spring Fling 2026 & Craft Show on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 10 AM–2 PM at the Vancleave Public Library (12604 Hwy 57).

This FREE family event will feature local craft vendors, food trucks, carnival games, a bouncy house, and exciting activities for all ages.

🎉 Don’t miss the high-energy Foam Party from 12–1 PM!

At 11:30 AM, winners of the Big Amazon Raffle and the T-Shirt Art Contest will be announced.

Bring the whole family and celebrate spring while supporting your local library!

For vendor information or event details, call 228-826-5857.

Friends of the Vancleave Public Library Announce $500 Amazon Gift Card Raffle

Vancleave, MS – Friends of the Vancleave Public Library are hosting a raffle for a chance to win a $500 Amazon gift card, with proceeds benefiting library programs and services.

Raffle tickets are $10 each and limited to 150 tickets, so participants are encouraged to purchase early. The winning ticket will be announced during the April 4th Spring Festival, where the winner can claim their prize.

Tickets are available through the Vancleave Public Library, located at 12604 Highway 57.
For more information, call 228-826-5857 or visit www.JGRLS.org.

Vancleave Public Library Launches Ultimate Reading Contest for All Ages

Vancleave, MS – The Friends of the Vancleave Public Library invite readers of all ages to participate in the Ultimate Reading Contest, beginning February 1.

Open to children, teens, and adults, the ongoing contest offers a new chance to win prizes every month. Participants can earn entries by completing 10 library check-outs within a calendar month or by writing a book review to be shared online and on the library’s bulletin board. Check-outs do not carry over between months.

With multiple ways to enter and monthly prize drawings, the contest encourages reading, creativity, and regular library visits for the whole community.  For more information, visit www.JGRLS.org, follow @JacksonGeorgeLibrary on Facebook and Instagram, or contact Vancleave Public Library at 826-5857.

Friends of the Vancleave Library Launch “Library of Things” Program

Vancleave, MS – The Friends of the Vancleave Library are excited to introduce a new community-driven initiative: the Library of Things! This creative program allows Vancleave Library cardholders to borrow specialty items — things you may only need occasionally or want to try before buying.

From party lights to volleyball nets, the Library of Things will offer useful items that go beyond books — and you can help us build it!

📦 We’re currently seeking donations of gently used, working items including:

• Volleyball Nets

• Party Lights

• Speakers

• Wi-Fi Hotspots

• DVD/Blu-ray Players

If you’d like to donate, please drop items off at the Vancleave Public Library during open hours.

Let’s work together to grow this unique collection and support our community with more ways to borrow, learn, and share!

Urban Homestead: The Art of Sustainable Living

Vancleave, MS_ The Vancleave Public Library is bringing the art of sustainable living to your fingertips with its Urban Homestead series! Whether you have a large farm or just a small backyard, you don’t need forty acres and a mule to start homesteading. Tune into our Facebook page for engaging videos that teach valuable skills such as sourdough baking, cheese making, fermentation, square foot gardening, raising chickens, and more. No matter the size of your space, you can learn practical ways to live more sustainably. Join the conversation and start your homesteading journey with us today!

Vancleave Public Library
12604 Highway 57
Vancleave, MS 39565
(228) 826-5857
Lauria Barton, Branch Manager

Hours
Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 6:30 pm
Friday – Saturday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Features
• Laptops
• LeapPads
• Public Computers
• Wi-Fi
• Meeting Room