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Adult Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 12/1 - 1/31
Adults
Enrichment
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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, or simply enjoying books! The challenge is complete by completing 5 of the 15 reading categories. Participants choose which 5 categories to complete, and what books to read. Book titles may only be used once. Complete the challenge to win a ceramic mug and to enter a raffle for a gift card to Target, Vintage Stock, or Always Buying Books. Participate on paper or electronically.
10 am

Adult Learners at the Library

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

Join Adult Programming for programs for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. We will explore a book through a storytime that includes reading, hanging out, activities, and crafts!

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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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm

Saturday STEAM

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Enrichment, STEM/STEAM
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Enrichment, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:
Explore high and low-tech STEAM activities!

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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.
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm

League of Books and Bindings Chapter Book Club

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Book Discussion, Enrichment
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Book Discussion, Enrichment
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
A chapter book club for kids ages 8-12

Dog Day Afternoon

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children (ages 6-12)
Enrichment
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Enrichment
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Dog Day Afternoon is designed to help newly independent readers become more comfortable reading!
5 pm

Winter Family Book Night

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth, All Ages
Enrichment, Storytime
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Enrichment, Storytime
Event Details:
A cozy evening of reading, crafts, and snacks

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.