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Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit

Thursday, March 20, 2025 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.

Joplin Job Center - Career Counselor Visit

Friday, March 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

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

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

SNAP Outreach Visit - MU Extension Health and Human Sciences

Friday, March 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is re...

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

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is required.

Friends Members Event - From Page to Pint: Celebrating The Lager Queen with Local Brews

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:30pm - 5:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Education, Enrichment, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Hear from members of the Joplin Homebrew Club about the homebrewing process, try some homebrewed samples, and eat some pizza pie! This is a Friends of the Joplin Public Library mem...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Enrichment, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers
Event Details:

Hear from members of the Joplin Homebrew Club about the homebrewing process, try some homebrewed samples, and eat some pizza pie! This is a Friends of the Joplin Public Library members only event.

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Beer, Bodies, and Being: Gender and Identity in American Culture

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

MSSU Professor Dr. Megan Bever will visit the library to present this lecture. Americans have a long and complicated history with intoxicants—especially beer, and deciding what to ...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers
Event Details:

MSSU Professor Dr. Megan Bever will visit the library to present this lecture.

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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Board Games & Brews

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Education, Games & Activities, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Curious about how a brewery creates their beverages? Chaos Brewing will speak about their history and brewing process. After, hang out and enjoy the various board games Chaos has t...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Games & Activities, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers
Event Details:

Curious about how a brewery creates their beverages? Chaos Brewing will speak about their history and brewing process. After, hang out and enjoy the various board games Chaos has to offer (or, bring your own)!

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Pie Making with Carla from Big R's Pies

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room (Whole) at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Did someone say pie? Hear from Big R’s pie maker Carla about her history with baking and the basics of making a pie. Carla will also demonstrate how to make the perfect pie crust.T...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers
Event Details:

Did someone say pie? Hear from Big R’s pie maker Carla about her history with baking and the basics of making a pie. Carla will also demonstrate how to make the perfect pie crust.

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.

Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit

Thursday, April 17, 2025 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.

Joplin Job Center - Career Counselor Visit

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

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

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

SNAP Outreach Visit - MU Extension Health and Human Sciences

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is re...

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

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is required.

Easter Sunday

All Day
Joplin Public Library

The library will be closed in observance of Easter Sunday.

Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Easter Sunday.

Adulting 101: Finances

Adulting 101: Finances

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room East at Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Education
Age Group:
Teens (ages 11-18)
Event Details:

The 4th program in JPL Teen's "Adulting 101" series focuses on finances and budgeting. JPL is partnering with financial advisor Logan Stanley for this program. Open to students in ...

Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room East
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Education
Event Details:

The 4th program in JPL Teen's "Adulting 101" series focuses on finances and budgeting. JPL is partnering with financial advisor Logan Stanley for this program. Open to students in grades 6-12; no library card required.

Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit

Thursday, May 15, 2025 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.

Joplin Job Center - Career Counselor Visit

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

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

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

SNAP Outreach Visit - MU Extension Health and Human Sciences

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is re...

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

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is required.

Memorial Day

All Day
Joplin Public Library

The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

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.

Joplin Job Center - Career Counselor Visit

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

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

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

SNAP Outreach Visit - MU Extension Health and Human Sciences

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is re...

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

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is required.

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.

Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit

Thursday, July 17, 2025 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.

Joplin Job Center - Career Counselor Visit

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

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

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

SNAP Outreach Visit - MU Extension Health and Human Sciences

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is re...

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

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is required.

Joplin Job Center - Career Counselor Visit

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joplin Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. 

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

A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations.