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Adult Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 12/1 - 1/31
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Enrichment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Joplin Public Library's Winter Reading Challenge for Adults is perfect for cold days indoors, getting a jump start on New Year's Resolutions, or simply enjoying books! The challeng...

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

Joplin Public Library's Winter Reading Challenge for Adults is perfect for cold days indoors, getting a jump start on New Year's Resolutions, or simply enjoying books!

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!

Two kids playing chess together.

Children's Chess Club

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Chess fans of all skill levels are invited to come play! Ages 6-12. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program ...

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

Chess fans of all skill levels are invited to come play! 

Ages 6-12. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

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Anime/Manga Hang Out for Grown-Ups

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room West at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Enrichment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Fan of anime or manga, or interested in learning more? Come to this program to watch anime, draw, and hang out with people with similar interests! Designed for ages 18 and up.No li...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room West
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Enrichment
Event Details:

Fan of anime or manga, or interested in learning more? Come to this program to watch anime, draw, and hang out with people with similar interests! Designed for ages 18 and up.

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.

Green background, adult take-home kit title arched at the top, graphic of paper bag surrounded by craft supplies in the middle.

Adult Take-Home Kit (Snowflake Suncatcher)

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Enrichment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Pick up the January adult take-home kit in the Reference Department starting at 5pm, while supplies last! Kits are designed for ages 18 and up.No fee, registration, or library card...

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

Pick up the January adult take-home kit in the Reference Department starting at 5pm, while supplies last! Kits are designed for ages 18 and up.

Tuesday Knight Chess

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens (ages 11-18)
Event Details:

Tuesday Knight Chess is open to chess fans of various skill levels. Come hang out, play chess and chess-related games, and have fun with other chess players. 

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

Tuesday Knight Chess is open to chess fans of various skill levels. Come hang out, play chess and chess-related games, and have fun with other chess players. 

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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!

A dad reading to his daughter

Read and Play Preschool Hour

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 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!Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed ...

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!

A dad reading to his daughter

Read and Play Preschool Hour

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 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!Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed ...

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!

A teacher talking to her students.

School-Age Storytime

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

This special storytime is geared toward kids ages 5-8 and their families! We will explore books and stories through reading, singing, talking, and playing!Disclaimer(s)Accompanying...

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

This special storytime is geared toward kids ages 5-8 and their families! We will explore books and stories through reading, singing, talking, and playing!

A dad reading to his daughter

Read and Play Preschool Hour

Thursday, January 9, 2025 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!Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed ...

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!

A dad reading to his daughter

Read and Play Preschool Hour

Thursday, January 9, 2025 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!Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed ...

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!

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.

A mother holding a baby.

Read and Play Toddler Hour

Friday, January 10, 2025 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.

A mother holding a baby.

Read and Play Toddler Hour

Friday, January 10, 2025 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.

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Puzzle Competition

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Enrichment, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Calling all puzzle enthusiasts! Put your jigsaw puzzle skills to the test! Register a group of 1-4 adults and compete against other teams to see who can finish a 500 piece puzzle f...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Enrichment, Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Calling all puzzle enthusiasts! Put your jigsaw puzzle skills to the test! Register a group of 1-4 adults and compete against other teams to see who can finish a 500 piece puzzle first.

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.

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Teen Takeout Kit: Spiral Knot Bracelets

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 8:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens (ages 11-18)
Event Details:

Make two spiral knot bracelets, one for you and one for a friend, with this takeout kit! All supplies included. Available while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Make two spiral knot bracelets, one for you and one for a friend, with this takeout kit! All supplies included. Available while supplies last. 

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Teen Crafternoon

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts
Age Group:
Teens (ages 11-18)
Event Details:

Hang out in the Teen Department and choose a craft to make or bring your own to work on. We'll have a variety of projects and supplies. 

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Arts
Event Details:

Hang out in the Teen Department and choose a craft to make or bring your own to work on. We'll have a variety of projects and supplies. 

An illustration of a young child with dark skin and hair in pigtails painting a rainbow on an easel. The text above the illustration reads "Young Artists Club."

Young Artists Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Enrichment
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Event Details:

Join us at our Young Artists Club to learn about famous artists and create art in their styles.This program is designed for children ages 8-12 and registration is required. 

Required
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts, Enrichment
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us at our Young Artists Club to learn about famous artists and create art in their styles.

This program is designed for children ages 8-12 and registration is required. 

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.

Bingo card image with bright pink writing underneath and over a black background, pink writing is event details.

Bingo Night

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It's Bingo Night at the library! All supplies provided, prizes for winners. No library card, registration, or fee is required to participate - all adults are welcome!

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

It's Bingo Night at the library! All supplies provided, prizes for winners. 

No library card, registration, or fee is required to participate - all adults are welcome!

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.

A dad reading to his daughter

Read and Play Preschool Hour

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 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!Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed ...

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!

A dad reading to his daughter

Read and Play Preschool Hour

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 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!Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed ...

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!