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Closing

Easter Holiday

All Day
Branches:
Joplin Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of the Easter Holiday

Art Exhibit with The Boys & Girls Club of SWMO

All Day
All Ages
Arts, Exhibits, Post Art Library
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Exhibits, Post Art Library
Event Details:

Post Art Library and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Missouri partner to present a selection of artworks inside Joplin Public Library for National Library Day, a celebration of the crucial role that libraries and librarians play in our soc

Artrageous: Paintings by Joan Allen

All Day
All Ages
Arts, Exhibits, Post Art Library
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Bramlage & Willcoxon Foundation Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Exhibits, Post Art Library
Event Details:

Post Art Library and Joplin Public Library partner to present Artrageous, an exhibit featuring the watercolor paintings of artist Joan Allen, in the library's Bramlage and Willcoxon Foundation Gallery from Thursday, April 4th th
9 am

Read and Play Preschool Hour

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Early Learning, Storytime
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning, Storytime
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 3-5 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, moving, dancing, and playing!

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.

Read and Play Preschool Hour

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Early Learning, Storytime
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning, Storytime
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 3-5 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, moving, dancing, and playing!

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.

Read and Play Toddler Hour

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Early Learning
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 0-2 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, rhyming, and connection.

No registration or library card required to attend.

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.

Yoga Class

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults
Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness, Joplin Reads Together
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness, Joplin Reads Together
Event Details:

Begin the weekend with yoga! Join instructor Sarah Kelly for an all experiences welcome yoga class. Some yoga mats will be on hand but attendees are encouraged to bring their own if they have one. This class is designed for adults. 

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.
10 am

123 Play with Me

10:00am - 11:15am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Class/Workshop, Early Learning
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Early Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

A 5 week program for parents/caregivers and children ages 1-3 focused on learning through play and connection! 

Visit with community resource professionals in the following fields: 

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.

Read and Play Preschool Hour

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Early Learning, Storytime
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning, Storytime
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 3-5 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, moving, dancing, and playing!

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.

Read and Play Preschool Hour

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Early Learning, Storytime
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning, Storytime
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 3-5 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, moving, dancing, and playing!

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.

Read and Play Toddler Hour

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Early Learning
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

This fun storytime geared towards 0-2 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, rhyming, and connection.

No registration or library card required to attend.

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.
11 am

Makerspace Take-Home Kit (DIY Sugar Scrub)

11:00am - 8:00pm
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 11-18), Adults
Crafts & DIY, Joplin Reads Together, Makerspace
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 11-18), Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Joplin Reads Together, Makerspace
Event Details:

Pick up a Makerspace take-home kit out side the Makerspace starting at 11 a.m. while supplies last. Kits are first come, first served and are not recommended for children. 
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm

Chapter Book Club: STEM edition

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Book Discussion
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This chapter book club for kids ages 8-12 will be focused on all things STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Each participant will receive a copy of Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters by Andrea Beaty.

Business Boot Camp with Missouri Small Business Development Center

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Class/Workshop, Education, Speakers
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Conference Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Education, Speakers
Event Details:

Join the Missouri Small Business Development Center for this 8 week business boot camp workshop series for new and aspiring entrepreneurs in the Southwest Missouri region. Each week will cover a new topic.

School-Age Storytime

4:15pm - 4:45pm
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Storytime
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

This special storytime is geared toward kids ages 5-8 and their families! We will explore books and stories through reading, singing, talking, and playing!

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.
5 pm

Children's Chess Club

5:30pm - 6:00pm
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Games & Activities
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Chess fans of all skill levels are invited to come play! 

Ages 6-12. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
6 pm

Tuesday Knight Chess

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

Know how to play chess?  Sharpen your skills with practice games and trade tips with other players.  We’ll meet in the Teen Department to play and strategize.  This activity is designed for teens who have mastered the basics of the

Chat & Craft (Air-Dry Clay Bowls)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Arts, Crafts & DIY, Joplin Reads Together
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room West
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY, Joplin Reads Together
Event Details:

Whether you crochet, knit, stitch, draw, or paint, bring along your current project and chat with us! All crafts 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.

"The Henna Artist" Book Discussion

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Book Discussion, Joplin Reads Together
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room West
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Joplin Reads Together
Event Details:

We will be discussing The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi. We'll chat about the book in its entirety. 

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.