This event is in the "Adults" group Dec-Jan 2025 Adult Winter Reading Challenge All Day 12/1–1/31 Adults Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group Dec-Jan 2025 Adult Winter Reading Challenge All Day 12/1–1/31 Enrichment 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, reading new things, or simply enjoying a challenge!
Dec 24 - 25 2025 Christmas Eve / Christmas Day All Day 12/24–12/25 Closing Dec 24 - 25 2025 Closing Christmas Eve / Christmas Day All Day 12/24–12/25 Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The Library will be closed 2 days in observance of Christmas.
Jan 1 2026 Thu New Years Day All Day Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing New Years Day All Day Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The Library will be closed in observance of New Years!
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Adult Take-Home Kit (Mushroom Bookmark) 9:00am–9:00am Adults Crafts & DIY, Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Adult Take-Home Kit (Mushroom Bookmark) 9:00am–9:00am Crafts & DIY, Enrichment Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment Event Details: Pick up January's adult take-home kit in the Reference Department, while supplies last! January's kit includes instructions and supplies to create a paper bookmark shaped like a mushroom.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 5 2026 Mon American Red Cross Blood Drive 11:00am–4:00pm Adults, All Ages Health & Wellness This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 5 2026 Mon American Red Cross Blood Drive 11:00am–4:00pm Health & Wellness Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room (Whole) 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. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Chat & Craft 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Chat & Craft 6:00pm–8:00pm Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Book Swap 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Book Swap 2:00pm–3:00pm Enrichment Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room West Age Group: Adults Program Type: Enrichment Event Details: Find your next read at Book Swap! Bring a book (or several) you no longer want and swap for books brought by other attendees and the library. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Bingo Night 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Games & Activities This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Bingo Night 6:00pm–7:00pm Games & Activities 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 and prizes for winners!This program is designed for ages 18+. No registration or library card is required to participate. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Education This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit 1:00pm–3:00pm Education 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 16 2026 Fri SNAP Outreach Visit 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Health & Wellness This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 16 2026 Fri SNAP Outreach Visit 1:00pm–3:00pm Health & Wellness 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.
Jan 19 2026 Mon Martin Luther King, Jr. Day All Day Closing Jan 19 2026 Mon Closing Martin Luther King, Jr. Day All Day Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The Library will be closed in observance of Martin Lurth King Jr. Day
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Puzzle Competition 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Enrichment, Games & Activities Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Puzzle Competition 2:00pm–4:00pm Enrichment, Games & Activities Upcoming Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room (Whole) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Enrichment, Games & Activities Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Adult Learners at the Library 10:00am–11:00am Adults Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Storytime This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Adult Learners at the Library 10:00am–11:00am Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Storytime Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room (Whole) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Storytime Event Details: This program is designed for individuals 18 years and up with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and a support person. We explore a book through a storytime that includes reading, hanging out, activities, and crafts! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Yoga Class 10:00am–11:00am Adults Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Yoga Class 10:00am–11:00am Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room (Whole) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness Event Details: Join yoga at the library! This class is open to any experience level. Some yoga mats will be on hand but supply is limited; please bring your own if you have one. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Chat & Craft 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Chat & Craft 6:00pm–8:00pm Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 6 2026 Fri Adult Take-Home Kit (String Art Card) 1:00pm–1:00pm Adults Crafts & DIY, Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 6 2026 Fri Adult Take-Home Kit (String Art Card) 1:00pm–1:00pm Crafts & DIY, Enrichment Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment Event Details: Pick up the February adult take-home kit in the Reference Department, while supplies last! This kit includes instructions and supplies to create Valentine's themed string art on a card.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Bingo Night 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Games & Activities This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Bingo Night 6:00pm–7:00pm Games & Activities 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 and prizes for winners! For ages 18+. No library card or registration is required to participate. 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.
Feb 16 2026 Mon Presidents Day All Day Closing Feb 16 2026 Mon Closing Presidents Day All Day Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The library will be closed in observance of Presidents Day
This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Tiny Art Night 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens (ages 11-18), Adults Arts, Crafts & DIY This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Tiny Art Night 6:00pm–7:30pm Arts, Crafts & DIY Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room (Whole) Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18), Adults Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY Event Details: Get inspired and join us to paint tiny masterpieces on tiny canvases! This is a self-guided paint night where we provide paint supplies and canvases and you create whatever you'd like! Limit 1 canvas per person. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Education This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit 1:00pm–3:00pm Education 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Book Swap 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Book Swap 6:00pm–7:00pm Enrichment Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room West Age Group: Adults Program Type: Enrichment Event Details: Find your next read at Book Swap! Bring a book (or several) you no longer want and swap for books brought by other attendees and the library. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 20 2026 Fri SNAP Outreach Visit 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Health & Wellness This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 20 2026 Fri SNAP Outreach Visit 1:00pm–3:00pm Health & Wellness 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Adult Learners at the Library 10:00am–11:00am Adults Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Storytime This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Adult Learners at the Library 10:00am–11:00am Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Storytime Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room (Whole) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Storytime Event Details: This program is designed for individuals 18 years and up with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and a support person. We explore a book through a storytime that includes reading, hanging out, activities, and crafts! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 28 2026 Sat Yoga Class 10:00am–11:00am Adults Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 28 2026 Sat Yoga Class 10:00am–11:00am Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room (Whole) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness Event Details: Join in on yoga at the library! This class is open to all experience levels. Some yoga mats will be on hand but supply is limited; please bring your own if you have one. 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.