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This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

Word Wave: A Poetry Event

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Arts, Class/Workshop
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Arts, Class/Workshop
Event Details:

Ride the waves of rhythm and rhyme to celebrate National Poetry Month! We'll have a variety of poetry projects to work on at your own pace in the Teen dept. Options include: Diamante, Haiku, Golden Shovel, Paint Sample, Blackout, & Odes.

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

Succulent Saturday

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Class/Workshop, Crafts & DIY
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Celebrate spring with us by planting a succulent and learning how to care for it! This program is open to grades 6-12. All supplies provided; no library card required.

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

Teen Takeout Kit: Blackout Poetry

11:00am - 8:00pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Crafts & DIY
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a “Blackout Poetry” kit! Learn how to create this style of poetry and get inspiration for other poetic ventures. Located in the Teen department.

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

Random Awesomeness

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities
Event Details:

The return of a beloved Teen program - come hang out! Legos, crafts, movies, games, and more in the Teen dept.

Easter Sunday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Easter Sunday.

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

"I Volunteer As Tribute" Mini Movie Marathon

3:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Movies
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Come watch the girl on fire and the boy with the bread- we’ll have the movies playing in the Teen Makerspace until closing time! Open to grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

Adulting 101: Finances

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Class/Workshop, Education
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.

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

Tiny Library Desk - A JPL Teen Concert

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Arts, Performance
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Conference Room 1
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Arts, Performance
Event Details:

Always wanted to squeeze in to an office space for a live concert in the middle of the afternoon? Here's your chance! NPR's iconic Tiny Desk, but make it library.

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

Tuesday Knight Chess

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Class/Workshop, Games & Activities
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Whether you're a chess pro or have never picked up a pawn, this club is for you! Come sharpen your skills or learn a new one with us in the teen department. Boards provided. This program is open to grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

Scholastic Chess Tournament

9:00am - 4:00pm
Youth, Teens (ages 11-18)
Games & Activities
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Youth, Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

More information to come!

Scholastic chess tournament for children and teens in grades K-12

Juneteenth

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

Anime/Manga Club

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Enrichment, Summer Reading
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room West
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Enrichment, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Watch anime, read manga, make art, and hang out with us. Open to grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group.

Tuesday Knight Chess

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Class/Workshop, Games & Activities
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Whether you're a chess pro or have never picked up a pawn, this club is for you! Come sharpen your skills or learn a new one with us in the teen department. Boards provided. This program is open to grades 6-12.

Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed in observance of Independence Day.

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

Veterans Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed in observance of Veterans day.

Thanksgiving/Day After

All Day 11/27 - 11/28
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

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

Christmas Eve / Christmas Day

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

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

New Years Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed in observance of New Years!

Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed in observance of Martin Lurth King Jr. Day

Presidents Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Presidents Day

Easter Sunday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Easter Sunday.

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.