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C3 Brix LEGO Party

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)

Join the LEGO fun with Mr. Brix himself Cody Wells! Run like a game show, kids will use their imagination as Cody leads them through LEGO games and challenges for a chance of prizes.

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

Join the LEGO fun with Mr. Brix himself Cody Wells! Run like a game show, kids will use their imagination as Cody leads them through LEGO games and challenges for a chance of prizes.

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 scattered about on a grey background with event details listed among the craft supplies.

Chat & Craft

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment
Age Group:
Adults

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

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment
Event Details:

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

Art with Spiva

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)

More information to come!

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

More information to come!

Missouri Department of Conservation presents: Birds of Prey

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room East at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Speakers, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)

Discover the fascinating world of birds of prey in this engaging and educational library program!

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room East
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Speakers, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Discover the fascinating world of birds of prey in this engaging and educational library program!

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.

Storyteller Sue Godsey

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room West at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Speakers, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)

Listen in as storyteller Sue Godsey retells adventure story THE SHIPWRECKED SAILOR, an ancient Egyptian story that was originally written in hieroglyphics. 

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room West
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Speakers, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Listen in as storyteller Sue Godsey retells adventure story THE SHIPWRECKED SAILOR, an ancient Egyptian story that was originally written in hieroglyphics. 

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.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Conference Room 1 at Joplin Public Library

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 Conference Room 1 at the Library.

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Conference Room 1
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 Conference Room 1 at the Library.

Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Master Gardener Eric Osen

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)

Learn about sunflowers with master gardener Eric Osen, complete hands-on crafts, and take home your own plant!

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

Learn about sunflowers with master gardener Eric Osen, complete hands-on crafts, and take home your own plant!

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.

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.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Joplin Public Library. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room.

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

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Joplin Public Library. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room.

American Indian Center

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Speakers, Summer Reading

More information to come!

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Program Type: Speakers, Summer Reading
Event Details:

More information to come!

Independence Day Observed

All Day
Joplin Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library

Independence Day

All Day
Joplin Public Library

The Library will be closed in observance of Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed in observance of Independence Day.

Craft supplies scattered about on a grey background with event details listed among the craft supplies.

Chat & Craft

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room West at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

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

A yellow circle with the words "Dickerson Park Zoo" in black on the top. Another text-based image in the circle reads,"Dickerson Park Zoo. See. Connect. Protect."

Dickerson Park Zoo presents: Observe and Preserve: Unearthing Secret Stories in Hidden Habitats

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Speakers, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)

In this fascinating program, we’ll meet live animal ambassadors from Dickerson Park Zoo and unearth the secret homes they depend on to survive.

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Speakers, Summer Reading
Event Details:

In this fascinating program, we’ll meet live animal ambassadors from Dickerson Park Zoo and unearth the secret homes they depend on to survive.

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, July 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults

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.

SNAP Outreach Visit

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) assistance and consultations will be available in the library’s lobby. No library card or appointment is required.

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) assistance and consultations will be available in the library’s lobby. No library card or appointment is required.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Conference Room 1 at Joplin Public Library

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 Conference Room 1 at the Library.

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Conference Room 1
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 Conference Room 1 at the Library.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Joplin Public Library. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room.

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

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Joplin Public Library. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room.

Craft supplies scattered about on a grey background with event details listed among the craft supplies.

Chat & Craft

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room West at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

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

Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Conference Room 1 at Joplin Public Library

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 Conference Room 1 at the Library.

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Conference Room 1
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 Conference Room 1 at the Library.

Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit

Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults

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.

SNAP Outreach Visit

Friday, August 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) assistance and consultations will be available in the library’s lobby. No library card or appointment is required.

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) assistance and consultations will be available in the library’s lobby. No library card or appointment is required.

Craft supplies scattered about on a grey background with event details listed among the craft supplies.

Chat & Craft

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room West at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

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