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An illustration of a squirrel with glasses reading an oversized yellow book. Black text above reads "Animal Adventures Chapter book club"

Animal Adventures Chapter Book Club

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Event Details:

Participants of this book club will learn about a variety of animals through hands-on activities. Participants will receive a copy of Naomi Nash: Saving Snakes by Jessica Anderson,...

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

Participants of this book club will learn about a variety of animals through hands-on activities. Participants will receive a copy of Naomi Nash: Saving Snakes by Jessica Anderson, which we will read and discuss. 

Ages 8-12

An illustration of an easel and art supplies with black text above that reads "Art Adventures"

Art Adventures: Collage Maps

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

One of the most important parts of an adventure is a good map. Make your own fantasy adventure collage-style map to begin your journey!Children under 9 must be accompanied by an ad...

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

One of the most important parts of an adventure is a good map. Make your own fantasy adventure collage-style map to begin your journey!

Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 

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.

Craft supplies

Teen Crafternoon

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens (ages 11-18)
Event Details:

Stop by teen to learn a new craft. This is a come and go program with a new project featured every program. Designed for Grades 6-12

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

Stop by teen to learn a new craft. This is a come and go program with a new project featured every program. 

Designed for Grades 6-12

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Escape Rooms with Escape Joplin

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room (Full) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Enrichment, Games & Activities, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Escape Joplin is coming to the Library! Register a group of up to 6 people or join forces with an already formed group and try to solve the Escape Room before time runs out. R...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Full)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Enrichment, Games & Activities, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Escape Joplin is coming to the Library! Register a group of up to 6 people or join forces with an already formed group and try to solve the Escape Room before time runs out. 

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.

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

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
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: 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

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
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: 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 light-skinned woman with dark hair reading to a group of kids sitting in a circle. Black text above reads "School-Age Storytime"

School-Age Storytime

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 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!

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!

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, June 13, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
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: 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, June 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
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: 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.

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Tween DIY Pet Toys

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12)
Event Details:

Learn how to make your own dog or cat toys/accessories. A portion of the donated toys will be donated to Joplin Humane Society. Ages 10-13. This program will take place in the...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Learn how to make your own dog or cat toys/accessories. A portion of the donated toys will be donated to Joplin Humane Society. 

Ages 10-13. This program will take place in the Teen Department.

Two children playing chess together.

Children’s Chess Club

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12), Tweens (ages 8-12)
Event Details:

Chess fans of all skill levels are invited to play a game or two! 

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12), Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Games & Activities, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Chess fans of all skill levels are invited to play a game or two! 

An illustration of a dark-haired woman holding a child in her arms with black text above that reads "Read and Play Toddler Hour"

Read and Play Toddler Hour

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
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.

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

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 dark-haired woman holding a child in her arms with black text above that reads "Read and Play Toddler Hour"

Read and Play Toddler Hour

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
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.

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

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

Friday, June 14, 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.

Illustration of a lion, giraffe, monkey, elephant, and toucan with black text reading "Wonders of Wildlife"

Wonders of Wildlife

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room (Full) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Speakers, Summer Reading
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us as we explore the habitats of animals and discover their journeys. We will track and observe your favorite critters, big and small!Ages 6 and up

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Full)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Speakers, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us as we explore the habitats of animals and discover their journeys. We will track and observe your favorite critters, big and small!

Ages 6 and up

Adult Take-Home Kit (Adventures in Art)

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:00am
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Grab an adult take-home kit in the Reference Department! June's kit is Adventures in Art and includes supplies to paint on canvas. Kits are first come, first served, and are design...

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

Grab an adult take-home kit in the Reference Department! June's kit is Adventures in Art and includes supplies to paint on canvas. Kits are first come, first served, and are designed for ages 18+. 

An illustration of a squirrel with glasses reading an oversized yellow book. Black text above reads "Animal Adventures Chapter book club"

Animal Adventures Chapter Book Club

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Event Details:

Participants of this book club will learn about a variety of animals through hands-on activities. Participants will receive a copy of Naomi Nash: Saving Snakes by Jessica Anderson,...

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

Participants of this book club will learn about a variety of animals through hands-on activities. Participants will receive a copy of Naomi Nash: Saving Snakes by Jessica Anderson, which we will read and discuss. 

Ages 8-12

Two children gardening together.

Gardening with Master Gardener Eric Osen

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Enrichment, Speakers, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12), Tweens (ages 8-12)
Event Details:

Join the Children’s Department and Master Gardener Eric Osen in learning about pollinators and plants! Participants will make their own bee houses and plant and take home a flower!

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12), Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Enrichment, Speakers, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join the Children’s Department and Master Gardener Eric Osen in learning about pollinators and plants! Participants will make their own bee houses and plant and take home a flower!

Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, June 18, 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.

Juneteenth

All Day
Joplin Public Library

The Library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

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, June 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
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: 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, June 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
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: 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, June 20, 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.

Snake and Lizard

Teen “Reptiles of Missouri“ Program

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room (Full) at Joplin Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (ages 11-18)
Event Details:

Naturalists from Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center present “Reptiles of Missouri.” Learn about (and meet!) turtles, lizards, and snakes of Missouri. This program is through...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Full)
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Event Details:

Naturalists from Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center present “Reptiles of Missouri.” Learn about (and meet!) turtles, lizards, and snakes of Missouri. This program is through the Missouri Department of Conservation.

Grades 6-12