Joplin Public Library

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Joplin Public Library
1901 E 20th St.
Joplin, MO 64804
United States

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Mon: 9:00am-6:00pm

Tue: 9:00am-8:00pm

Wed: 9:00am-6:00pm

Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm

Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

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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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Time	Sun (3/16)	Mon (3/17)	Tue (3/18)	Wed (3/19)	Thu (3/20)	Fri (3/21)	Sat (3/22)
9 am		This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Tween Takeout Kit 9:00am–6:00pm Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 11-18) Crafts & DIY This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Age Group: Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 11-18) Program Type: Crafts & DIY Event Details: A special takeout craft kit for tweens (ages 11-13) in Teen area & Children’s Department while supplies last!		This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Read and Play Preschool Hour 9:30am–10:00am Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5) Early Learning, Storytime This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Read and Play Preschool Hour 9:30am–10:00am Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5) Early Learning, Storytime This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Read and Play Toddler Hour 9:30am–10:00am Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5) Early Learning, Storytime This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 0-2 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, rhyming, and connection. No registration or library card required to attend.
10 am				This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Read and Play Preschool Hour 10:30am–11:00am Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5) Early Learning, Storytime This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Read and Play Preschool Hour 10:30am–11:00am Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5) Early Learning, Storytime This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Read and Play Toddler Hour 10:30am–11:00am Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5) Early Learning, Storytime This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 0-2 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, rhyming, and connection. No registration or library card required to attend.
11 am
12 pm				This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group "I Know What You Are" Mini Movie Marathon 12:00pm–6:00pm Teens (ages 11-18) Movies This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18) Program Type: Movies Event Details: ... A vampire! Come watch as much of this saga your heart desires - we’ll have the movies playing in the Teen Makerspace until closing time! Open to grades 6-12.
1 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Education This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Education Event Details: An Outreach Worker from Economic Security will be at the library for free consultations.	This event is in the "Adults" group SNAP Outreach Visit 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Education This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Education Event Details: SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) assistance and consultations will be available in the library’s lobby. No library card or appointment is required.	This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group Pokemon Party 1:00pm–2:00pm Youth, Children (ages 6-12) Games & Activities This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room (Whole) Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12) Program Type: Games & Activities Event Details: We choose you for an afternoon of all things Pokemon! This event will include: scavenger hunts, crafts, the Pokemon card game, and more! No registration required, Ages 6-12 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.
2 pm							This event is in the "Adults" group Book Swap 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Enrichment Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
3 pm
4 pm			Board of Trustees Meeting 4:00pm–5:45pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Conference Room 1 Event Details: The Board of Trustees is a policymaking board and is fiscally responsible for how the Library’s funds are spent. With a few exceptions, the Board meets every month on the 3rd Tuesday at 4:00 pm at the Library. This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Random Awesomeness 4:00pm–6:00pm Teens (ages 11-18) Games & Activities This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18) Program Type: Games & Activities Event Details: The return of a beloved Teen program - come hang out! Legos, crafts, movies, games, and more in the Teen dept. This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Teen Crafternoon 4:00pm–6:00pm Teens (ages 11-18) Arts, Crafts & DIY This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18) Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY Event Details: Hang out in the Teen Department and choose a craft to make or bring your own to work on. We'll have a variety of projects and supplies. This program is open to grades 6-12.	This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group School-Age Storytime 4:15pm–4:45pm Youth, Children (ages 6-12) Storytime This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Old Hollywood Movie Night 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Movies This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room West Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Event Details: Take a step back in time with our Old Hollywood Movie Night! We'll be showing the classic 1949 movie White Heat. 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 "Teens (ages 11-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Game Night 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens (ages 11-18), Adults Games & Activities This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room (Whole) Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18), Adults Program Type: Games & Activities Event Details: Join Teen and Adult Programming for game night! Card and board games will be available, but feel free to bring your own! For ages 12 and up.