This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 3 2025 Mon Adult Take-Home Kit (Sand Art) 9:00am - 9:00am Adults Crafts & DIY, Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 3 2025 Mon Adult Take-Home Kit (Sand Art) 9:00am - 9:00am 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. Feb 6 2025 Thu Anime/Manga Hang Out for Grown-Ups 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 6 2025 Thu Anime/Manga Hang Out for Grown-Ups 6:00pm - 7:30pm 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. Feb 11 2025 Tue Young Artists Club 4:15pm - 5:15pm Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12) Arts, Enrichment Open Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group. Feb 11 2025 Tue Young Artists Club 4:15pm - 5:15pm Arts, Enrichment Open 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.
Feb 17 2025 Mon Presidents Day All Day Closing Feb 17 2025 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 "Adults" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat Book Swap 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat Book Swap 11:00am - 12:00pm 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. Feb 24 2025 Mon Chapter Book Club: Hilda and the Hidden People 4:15pm - 5:00pm Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12) Book Discussion, Enrichment Open Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group. Feb 24 2025 Mon Chapter Book Club: Hilda and the Hidden People 4:15pm - 5:00pm Book Discussion, Enrichment Open 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. Feb 25 2025 Tue Dog Day Afternoon 4:00pm - 4:45pm Youth, Children (ages 6-12) Enrichment Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group. Feb 25 2025 Tue Dog Day Afternoon 4:00pm - 4:45pm Enrichment 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. Feb 26 2025 Wed Adult Learners at the Library 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Storytime This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 26 2025 Wed Adult Learners at the Library 10:00am - 11:00am 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. Mar 3 2025 Mon Chapter Book Club: Hilda and the Hidden People 4:15pm - 5:00pm Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12) Book Discussion, Enrichment Open Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group. Mar 3 2025 Mon Chapter Book Club: Hilda and the Hidden People 4:15pm - 5:00pm Book Discussion, Enrichment Open 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. Mar 5 2025 Wed Adult Take-Home Kit 12:00pm - 12:00pm Adults Crafts & DIY, Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed Adult Take-Home Kit 12:00pm - 12:00pm 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. Mar 6 2025 Thu Anime/Manga Hang Out for Grown-Ups 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Anime/Manga Hang Out for Grown-Ups 6:00pm - 7:30pm 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. Mar 10 2025 Mon Chapter Book Club: Hilda and the Hidden People 4:15pm - 5:00pm Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12) Book Discussion, Enrichment Open Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group. Mar 10 2025 Mon Chapter Book Club: Hilda and the Hidden People 4:15pm - 5:00pm Book Discussion, Enrichment Open 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. Mar 22 2025 Sat Book Swap 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Enrichment Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 22 2025 Sat Book Swap 2:00pm - 3:00pm Enrichment 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. Mar 26 2025 Wed Adult Learners at the Library 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Storytime This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed Adult Learners at the Library 10:00am - 11:00am 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. Mar 29 2025 Sat Plant Swap 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Enrichment This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 29 2025 Sat Plant Swap 11:00am - 12:00pm 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.
Apr 20 2025 Sun Easter Sunday All Day Closing Apr 20 2025 Sun Closing Easter Sunday All Day Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The library will be closed in observance of Easter Sunday.
May 26 2025 Mon Memorial Day All Day Closing May 26 2025 Mon Closing Memorial Day All Day Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
Jun 19 2025 Thu Juneteenth All Day Closing Jun 19 2025 Thu Closing Juneteenth All Day Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The Library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.
Jul 4 2025 Fri Independence Day All Day Closing Jul 4 2025 Fri Closing Independence Day All Day Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The Library will be closed in observance of Independence Day.
Sep 1 2025 Mon Labor Day All Day Closing Sep 1 2025 Mon Closing Labor Day All Day Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The library will be closed in observance of Labor Day.
Nov 11 2025 Tue Veterans Day All Day Closing Nov 11 2025 Tue Closing Veterans Day All Day Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The Library will be closed in observance of Veterans day.
Nov 27 - 28 2025 Thanksgiving/Day After All Day 11/27 - 11/28 Closing Nov 27 - 28 2025 Closing Thanksgiving/Day After All Day 11/27 - 11/28 Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The Library will be closed for Thanksgiving and the following day.
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!