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Adult Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 12/1 - 1/31
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!

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Yoga Class

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
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. 

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123 Play with Me

10:00am–11:15am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Class/Workshop, Early Learning
Closed
Registration 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
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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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.

Star Wars Day

10:00am–2:00pm
All Ages
Crafts & DIY, Enrichment
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment
Event Details:

Join us for Star Wars Day at the Library on May 4, 2024, from 10:00 am-2:00 pm.

Star Wars Day in the Makerspace: Acrylic Lights

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages
Class/Workshop, Crafts & DIY, Makerspace, STEM/STEAM
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Laser Cutter Appointment
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Crafts & DIY, Makerspace, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Makerspace at the Joplin Public Library for Star Wars day! Reserve your spot now, space is limited, for your one-on-one laser cutter demonstration with Jen the Makerspace Assistant.
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Dog Day Afternoon

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

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.