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An illustration of a young Black girl sitting next to her father while he reads a book. Black text above reads "Read and Play Preschool Hour"

Read and Play Preschool Hour

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Early Learning, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 3-5 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, moving, dancing, and playing!

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning, Storytime
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 3-5 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, moving, dancing, and playing!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

An illustration of a young Black girl sitting next to her father while he reads a book. Black text above reads "Read and Play Preschool Hour"

Read and Play Preschool Hour

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Early Learning, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 3-5 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, moving, dancing, and playing!

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning, Storytime
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 3-5 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, moving, dancing, and playing!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

An Outreach Worker from Economic Security will be at the library for free consultations.

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

An Outreach Worker from Economic Security will be at the library for free consultations.

Blue background with event information listed in yellow, white, blue, and red.

All Ages Game Night

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room (Full) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

November is International Games Month and we are celebrating with an All Ages Game Night! Various card and board games will be available, but feel free to bring your own. No l...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Full)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

November is International Games Month and we are celebrating with an All Ages Game Night! Various card and board games will be available, but feel free to bring your own. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact library staff.

Mother holds baby.

Read and Play Toddler Hour

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Early Learning, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 0-2 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, rhyming, and connection.No registration or library card required to attend.Disclaimer(...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning, Storytime
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 0-2 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, rhyming, and connection.

No registration or library card required to attend.

Mother holds baby.

Read and Play Toddler Hour

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Early Learning, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 0-2 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, rhyming, and connection.No registration or library card required to attend.Disclaimer(...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning, Storytime
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 0-2 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, rhyming, and connection.

No registration or library card required to attend.

Teen Anime/Manga Club

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room 1 at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Class/Workshop, Crafts & DIY, Education, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Movies
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 11-18)
Event Details:

Anime Manga Club in Conference Room 1

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Conference Room 1
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Arts, Class/Workshop, Crafts & DIY, Education, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Movies
Event Details:

Anime Manga Club in Conference Room 1

An illustration of a group of kids playing with blacks with "123 play with me" written above in black text

123 Play With Me

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

A 5 week program for parents/caregivers and children ages 1-3 focused on learning through play and connection! Visit with community resource professionals in the following fie...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

A 5 week program for parents/caregivers and children ages 1-3 focused on learning through play and connection! 

Visit with community resource professionals in the following fields: 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Community Room (Full) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Joplin Public Library from 11am to 4pm today. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room. Donors will receive 2 pa...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Full)
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Joplin Public Library from 11am to 4pm today. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room. Donors will receive 2 pairs of FRIENDS TV show themed socks.

An illustration of two dogs on a purple background with black text above that reads "Dog Day Afternoon"

Dog Day Afternoon

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Enrichment, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Dog Day Afternoon is designed to help newly independent readers become more comfortable reading! Children will have the opportunity to read to one of our sweet therapy dogs and the...

Required
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Enrichment, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Dog Day Afternoon is designed to help newly independent readers become more comfortable reading!

Thanksgiving Day / Day After

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Joplin Public Library

The Library will be closed for Thanksgiving and the following day.

Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for Thanksgiving and the following day.

An illustration of pastel colored Legos on a pink background with black text above that reads "Lego Build-a-thon"

LEGO Buildathon

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Enrichment, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Collaborate, build, and explore your creative side!Suggested age range: Ages 5-12. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Enrichment, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Collaborate, build, and explore your creative side!

Suggested age range: Ages 5-12. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Makerspace Take & Make : DIY Winter Cross-stitch

Makerspace Take & Make : DIY Winter Cross-stitch

All Day
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & DIY, Makerspace
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Available @ 11:00 a.m.Pick up your kit to make your very own winter themed cross-stitch decoration.While Supplies Last

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY, Makerspace
Event Details:

Available @ 11:00 a.m.

Pick up your kit to make your very own winter themed cross-stitch decoration.

While Supplies Last

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Chat & Craft

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room West at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Whether you crochet, knit, stitch, draw, or paint, bring along your current project and chat with us! All crafts are welcome!We meet from 6 to 8 pm on the first Tuesday of every mo...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room West
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Whether you crochet, knit, stitch, draw, or paint, bring along your current project and chat with us! All crafts are welcome!

Adult Take-Home Kit

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Grab December's adult take-home kit in the Reference Department! Kits are available starting at 2pm, while supplies last.No library card, fee, or registration is required to partic...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Grab December's adult take-home kit in the Reference Department! Kits are available starting at 2pm, while supplies last.

No library card, fee, or registration is required to participate. Kits are designed for ages 18+.

Joplin Public Library Open (Youth Chess Tournament)

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Community Room (Full) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Teens (ages 11-18)
Event Details:

Joplin Public Library Open December 7th, 2024 Location: JPL Conference RoomFormat:Rated/K-12/K-8: 4 round Swiss, Game in 25 with 3 second delay (G/25,d3) Sections:Ra...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Full)
Age Group: Youth, Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Joplin Public Library Open
 

December 7th, 2024
 

Location: JPL Conference Room

Format:

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Community Room (Full) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Joplin Public Library from 11am to 4pm today. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room.Please call 1-800-RED CRO...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Full)
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Joplin Public Library from 11am to 4pm today. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Community Room (Full) at Joplin Public Library
Event Details:

The Board of Trustees is a policymaking board and is fiscally responsible for how the Library’s funds are spent. With a few exceptions, the Board meets every month on the 3rd Tuesd...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Full)
Event Details:

The Board of Trustees is a policymaking board and is fiscally responsible for how the Library’s funds are spent. With a few exceptions, the Board meets every month on the 3rd Tuesday at 4:00 pm in the Community Room at the Library.

Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

An Outreach Worker from Economic Security will be in the library lobby for free consultations.

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

An Outreach Worker from Economic Security will be in the library lobby for free consultations.

Christmas Eve / Christmas Day

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Joplin Public Library

The Library will be closed 2 days in observance of Christmas. 

Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed 2 days in observance of Christmas. 

New Years Eve - Early Closure

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library

New Years Day

All Day
Joplin Public Library

The Library will be closed in observance of New Years!  We apologize for any inconvenience, and would like to remind you that the Library's digital resources are available 24/...

Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed in observance of New Years!

Chat & Craft

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room West at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Whether you crochet, knit, stitch, draw, or paint, bring along your current project and chat with us! All crafts are welcome!We meet from 6 to 8 pm on the first Tuesday of every mo...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room West
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Whether you crochet, knit, stitch, draw, or paint, bring along your current project and chat with us! All crafts are welcome!

MO SBDC Business Bootcamp

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room 1 at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the Missouri Small Business Development Center for this 8 week business bootcamp workshop series for new and aspiring entrepreneurs in the Southwest Missouri region. Each week...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Conference Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Education
Event Details:

Join the Missouri Small Business Development Center for this 8 week business bootcamp workshop series for new and aspiring entrepreneurs in the Southwest Missouri region. Each week will cover a new topic.