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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
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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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Adult Take-Home Kit (Pet Art)

11:00am–11:00am
Adults
Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Summer Reading
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Summer Reading
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Pick up an adult take-home kit in the Reference area! This kit includes supplies and instructions for your pet to create a painting! Kits are first come, first serve, and available while supplies last. 

For ages 18+. 
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Book Swap @ Summer Reading Ending Celebration

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Enrichment, Summer Reading
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Enrichment, Summer Reading
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As part of our Summer Reading Ending Celebration adult programming is hosting a Book Swap! Bring a book you no longer want (or more than one book) and swap it for a new-to-you book (or books)! 

Summer Reading Ending Celebration

11:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Summer Reading
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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room (Whole)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Summer Reading
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Celebrate yourself and others as we reach the end of the Summer Reading Program. Enjoy music, games, food, and more!

All ages are welcome at the Ending Celebration.