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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Take-Home Kit (Sand Art)

9:00am - 9:00am
Adults
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 starting at 9am, while supplies last! Kits are designed for ages 18 and up.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Anime/Manga Hang Out for Grown-Ups

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Enrichment
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room West
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Enrichment
Event Details:

Fan of anime or manga, or interested in learning more? Come to this program to watch anime, draw, and hang out with people with similar interests! Designed for ages 18 and up.

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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group.

Young Artists Club

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Arts, Enrichment
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts, Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us at our Young Artists Club to learn about famous artists and create art in their styles.

This program is designed for children ages 8-12 and registration is required. 

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.

Presidents Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Presidents Day

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Swap

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Enrichment
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Enrichment
Event Details:

Find your next read at Book Swap! Bring a book (or several) that you no longer want and swap for books brought by other attendees and the library! This is a come and go event designed for ages 18 years and up. 

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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group.

Chapter Book Club: Hilda and the Hidden People

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Book Discussion, Enrichment
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Book Discussion, Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

The book club will be meeting to discuss and explore the book with activities and crafts. Attendees will receive a free copy of the book. Ages 8-12 & space is limited TO 15 PARTICIPANTS. 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group.

Dog Day Afternoon

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Enrichment
Registration
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Dog Day Afternoon is designed to help newly independent readers become more comfortable reading!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Learners at the Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Storytime
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Storytime
Event Details:

This program is designed for individuals ages 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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group.

Chapter Book Club: Hilda and the Hidden People

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Book Discussion, Enrichment
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Book Discussion, Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

The book club will be meeting to discuss and explore the book with activities and crafts. Attendees will receive a free copy of the book. Ages 8-12 & space is limited TO 15 PARTICIPANTS. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Take-Home Kit

12:00pm - 12:00pm
Adults
Crafts & DIY, Enrichment
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment
Event Details:

Pick up the March adult take-home kit in the Reference Department starting at 12pm, while supplies last! Kits are designed for ages 18 and up.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Anime/Manga Hang Out for Grown-Ups

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Enrichment
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room West
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Enrichment
Event Details:

Fan of anime or manga, or interested in learning more? Come to this program to watch anime, draw, and hang out with people with similar interests! Designed for ages 18 and up.

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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group.

Chapter Book Club: Hilda and the Hidden People

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Book Discussion, Enrichment
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Book Discussion, Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

The book club will be meeting to discuss and explore the book with activities and crafts. Attendees will receive a free copy of the book. Ages 8-12 & space is limited TO 15 PARTICIPANTS. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Swap

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Enrichment
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Enrichment
Event Details:

Find your next read at Book Swap! Bring a book (or several) that you no longer want and swap them for books brought by other attendees and the library! This is a come and go event designed for ages 18 years and up. 

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.

Adult Learners at the Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Storytime
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Storytime
Event Details:

This program is designed for individuals ages 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.

Plant Swap

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Enrichment
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Enrichment
Event Details:

Calling all plant lovers! Bring a plant, cutting, or seed and swap for ones provided by the library or brought by other attendees! Plus, enter raffle drawings for various plant-related items! All plants, cuttings, and seeds are welcome.

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.

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.

Juneteenth

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

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!