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What’s New?
Early Library Closures for Evers and Hamer Libraries Due to Jackson Water Crisis
Due to low or no water pressure, Jackson libraries closing at noon until further notice include:...
COVID-19 Update Regarding Mask Requirement
COVID-19 UPDATE: Until further notice, masks are still required to enter JHLS library branches....
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: JHLS Executive Director Position Now Available
The Jackson/Hinds Library System (JHLS), Jackson, MS, one of the largest systems in the state of...
Now Available: Browsing by Appointment
YOU’VE MISSED THE LIBRARY, AND WE’VE MISSED YOU, TOO! It’s our pleasure t o announce that browsing...
New Appointment Service Now Available at Open JHLS Library Branches
Effective August 17, 2020: If you arrive 20 or more minutes late to your appointment, you may...
What’s New?
Early Library Closures for Evers and Hamer Libraries Due to Jackson Water Crisis
Due to low or no water pressure, Jackson libraries closing at noon until further notice include:...
COVID-19 Update Regarding Mask Requirement
COVID-19 UPDATE: Until further notice, masks are still required to enter JHLS library branches....
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: JHLS Executive Director Position Now Available
The Jackson/Hinds Library System (JHLS), Jackson, MS, one of the largest systems in the state of...
Now Available: Browsing by Appointment
YOU’VE MISSED THE LIBRARY, AND WE’VE MISSED YOU, TOO! It’s our pleasure t o announce that browsing...
New Appointment Service Now Available at Open JHLS Library Branches
Effective August 17, 2020: If you arrive 20 or more minutes late to your appointment, you may...
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NOTE: All in-person programs and meeting room reservations have been suspended due to the coronavirus/COVID-19 outbreak. Board meetings are still held in person with social distancing guidelines enforced.
Upcoming Programs
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, October 28, 2020 - Sunday, October 31, 2021 All Day | 52 Weeks of Black History from The Book Cloud Virtual Program Margaret Walker Alexander Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Friday, January 1, 2021 - Saturday, July 31, 2021 All Day | Sesame Street: The ABC’s of COVID-19 Virtual Program Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Thursday, January 28, 2021 - Wednesday, March 31, 2021 All Day | Autism Resource Center's Basic Crafts Virtual Program Eudora Welty Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Monday, March 1, 2021 - Wednesday, March 31, 2021 All Day | Honoring Dr. Seuss' Birthday and Read Across America Month Virtual Program Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Monday, March 1, 2021 - Sunday, March 21, 2021 All Day | This Month in History Virtual Program: March Bolden/Moore Library, Jackson Mississippi |
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VALENTINE TO-GO DRAWING UPDATE: Congratulations to Bertha G. for winning the drawing at Fannie Lou Hamer Library! She says that she appreciates Hamer Library's resources for her school during the pandemic. 💘📝🛍️ https://t.co/dzfO39aFZu
LIBRARY BRANCH UPDATE - 3/5/2021: The phones and internet are down at the Raymond Public Library. We apologize for the inconvenience. https://t.co/bkDHnX0EGw
COVID-19 COMMUNITY UPDATE: Walmart will be offering free #COVID19 vaccines at the Golden Key Envision Center (3450 Albermarle Road, Jackson, MS 39213) from March 4-8, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM. To schedule an appointment, call 833-886-0023. Read more at https://t.co/CILaFBU0NZ. https://t.co/3ByDG9FOg4
WATER CRISIS UPDATE: Due to water pressure issues, Medgar Evers Library and Fannie Lou Hamer Library will close early at noon until further. We will update you as circumstances change. Thanks for your patience. https://t.co/kiNRv0WU4Q
There's still time to make it to the Community Blood Drive at the Ella Bess Austin Library of Terry! Mississippi Blood Services will be on site until 6:00 PM. https://t.co/Tk1kYoNcK8
VALENTINE TO-GO DRAWING: Congratulations to Victoria H. for winning the drawing at the Evelyn T. Majure Library of Utica! She says the library is very clean & the people there are very courteous & helpful. Special thx to staff member Tasha Bass 4 pulling the winning name. ❤📝🎁 https://t.co/guunj4PM77