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On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.
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Makerspace Take & Make : DIY Bread in a Bag

All Day
All Ages
Arts, Crafts & DIY, Joplin Reads Together, Makerspace
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY, Joplin Reads Together, Makerspace
Event Details:

Available starting @ 11:00 a.m.

Pick up your Makerspace Take&Make kit while supplies last! 

The kit contains everything you need except an oven and measuring utensils to bake your very own bread.
9 am

Read and Play Preschool Hour

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Early Learning, Storytime
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!
10 am

123 Play With Me

10:00am - 11:00am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Early Learning
Required
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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
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!
11 am

Teen Takeout Kit: Blackout Poetry

11:00am - 8:00pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Crafts & DIY
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a “Blackout Poetry” kit! Learn how to create this style of poetry and get inspiration for other poetic ventures. Located in the Teen department.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

11:00am - 4:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Joplin Public Library. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room.
12 pm
1 pm

Let's Dish Book Discussion

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Book Discussion, Joplin Reads Together
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Conference Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Joplin Reads Together
Event Details:

Join us as we chat about The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal. We will talk about the book in its entirety.

Two opportunities to join on the 17th, 1 pm or 6 pm!

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.

Economic Security - Outreach Worker Visit

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Education
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.

SNAP Outreach Visit - MU Extension Health and Human Sciences

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Education
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

A Nutrition Program Associate from MU Extension Health and Human Sciences will be available in the library’s lobby for free SNAP consultations. No library card or appointment is required.
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm

Board of Trustees Meeting

4:00pm - 5:45pm
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 in the Community Room at the Library.

Random Awesomeness

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities
Event Details:

The return of a beloved Teen program - come hang out! Legos, crafts, movies, games, and more in the Teen dept.

School-Age Storytime

4:15pm - 4:45pm
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Storytime
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
6 pm

Pie Making with Carla from Big R's Pies

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Education, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers
Event Details:

Did someone say pie? Hear from Big R’s Pies maker Carla about her history with baking and the basics of making a pie. Carla will also demonstrate how to make the perfect pie crust and put together a pie.

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.

Let's Dish Book Discussion

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Book Discussion, Joplin Reads Together
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Conference Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Joplin Reads Together
Event Details:

Join us as we chat about The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal. We will talk about the book in its entirety.

Two opportunities to join on the 17th, 1 pm or 6 pm!

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.