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 (6/08)	Mon (6/09)	Tue (6/10)	Wed (6/11)	Thu (6/12)	Fri (6/13)	Sat (6/14)
1 pm							This event is in the "Adults" group Bee Crochet Workshop 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults Class/Workshop, Crafts & DIY, Education, Summer Reading Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Room: Community Room (Whole) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Class/Workshop, Crafts & DIY, Education, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: The Missouri Department of Conservation will present about pollinators then teach a step by step bee amigurumi workshop. All supplies provided, designed for ages 18+. Registration required. 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.
2 pm
3 pm						This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Storytelling Workshop with Will Stuck 3:00pm–4:00pm Teens (ages 11-18) Class/Workshop, Summer Reading 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 Room: Community Room (Whole) Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18) Program Type: Class/Workshop, Summer Reading Event Details: Learn about the art of storytelling with our pal Will Stuck in the Community Room.
4 pm
5 pm					This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group Mixed Media Puppets with Spiva 5:30pm–6:30pm Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12) Class/Workshop, Summer Reading Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" 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, Tweens (ages 8-12) Program Type: Class/Workshop, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to make your own mixed media puppet and explore storytelling through art with Spiva art educators. Ages 8-12 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. This event is in the "Adults" group The Art of Sourdough 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Class/Workshop, Education, Summer Reading Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed 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: Class/Workshop, Education, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to make sourdough in this hands on class taught by Beth with Sonshine Sourdough Co! 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.