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 (3/30)	Mon (3/31)	Tue (4/01)	Wed (4/02)	Thu (4/03)	Fri (4/04)	Sat (4/05)
All Day					This event is in the "Adults" group Friends Members Event - From Page to Pint: Celebrating The Lager Queen with Local Brews 5:30pm–5:30pm Adults Education, Enrichment, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers 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: Education, Enrichment, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers Event Details: Hear from members of the Joplin Homebrew Club about the homebrewing process, try some homebrewed samples, and eat some pizza pie! This is a Friends of the Joplin Public Library members only event.
9 am				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 123 Play With Me 10:00am–11:00am Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5) Early Learning Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)" group Closed 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 Registration Required 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.	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.
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4 pm				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!		This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Word Wave: A Poetry Event 4:30pm–5:30pm Teens (ages 11-18) Arts, Class/Workshop 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, Class/Workshop Event Details: Ride the waves of rhythm and rhyme to celebrate National Poetry Month! We'll have a variety of poetry projects to work on at your own pace in the Teen dept. Options include: Diamante, Haiku, Golden Shovel, Paint Sample, Blackout, & Odes.
5 pm					This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group Children's Chess Club 5:30pm–6:00pm 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: 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			This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Tuesday Knight Chess 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens (ages 11-18) Class/Workshop, 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: Class/Workshop, Games & Activities Event Details: Whether you're a chess pro or have never picked up a pawn, this club is for you! Come sharpen your skills or learn a new one with us in the teen department. Boards provided. This program is open to grades 6-12. This event is in the "Adults" group Chat & Craft: Cookie Cutter Stamped Tea Towels 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Arts, Crafts & DIY, Joplin Reads Together 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: 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!