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

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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 (6/15)	Mon (6/16)	Tue (6/17)	Wed (6/18)	Thu (6/19)	Fri (6/20)	Sat (6/21)
All Day		This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Take-Home Kit (Tiny Art) 12:00pm–12:00pm Adults Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Summer Reading 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: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Summer Reading Event Details: Pick up an adult take-home kit in the Reference area! This kit will include instructions and supplies to paint on a tiny canvas. Kits are first come, first serve, and available while supplies last. For ages 18+.			Closing Juneteenth All Day Branches: Joplin Public Library Description: The Library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.
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 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 Preschool Playdate 10:00am–11:00am Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5) Early Learning, Summer Reading 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: Outdoor Classroom Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5) Program Type: Early Learning, Summer Reading Event Details: Come play with us! We will enjoythe outdoors while playing, exploring, and learning! Ages 2-5 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 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							This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Art Career Fair 11:00am–12:30pm Teens (ages 11-18) Arts, 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: Arts, Summer Reading Event Details: Meet local artists and art organizations and learn more about educational and career opportunities within the arts. This booth fair is come-and-go. Open to ages 11-18.
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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 CANCELED: 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.
2 pm							This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group Will Parker--Music for Kids 2:30pm–3:30pm Youth, Children (ages 6-12) Performance, Summer Reading 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: Performance, Summer Reading Event Details: In his energetic, fun-filled musical performance, Will Parker encourages creativity, interaction, and fun! 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.
3 pm			This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group Art Adventure 3:00pm–4:00pm Youth, Children (ages 6-12) Arts, Summer Reading 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: Arts, Summer Reading Event Details: Go on an art adventure with us! In June, young artists will explore neurographic art and make their own. In July, young artists will explore Bauhaus-inspired art. 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group Elementary Book Club: All About Picture Books 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12) Arts, Book Discussion, 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: Arts, Book Discussion, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Participants in this book club will explore the elements that make an excellent picture book, from illustrations to words! Ages 8-12	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: Community Room (Whole) 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.	This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Let's Roll: Sushi Class 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens (ages 11-18) Class/Workshop, Summer Reading Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" 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: Teens (ages 11-18) Program Type: Class/Workshop, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Explore food art, specifically the art of sushi making, with us! Registration required as spots are limited. All supplies provided. Participants will make their own California Rolls to eat or take with them. 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 "Adults" group Reimagined Book Covers 4:30pm–6:00pm Adults Arts, Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading 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 East Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading Event Details: Do you have a book you love, but its cover art not so much? Bring a book to this program and use provided supplies to create a new cover! 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group MDC Escape Room 5:00pm–8:00pm Teens (ages 11-18) 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: Conference Room 1 Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18) Program Type: Summer Reading Event Details: Can you solve Missouri Dept. of Conservation’s puzzle and escape the room in time? Open to ages 11-18. Space is limited. Register in groups of 4-6.