Joplin Public Library

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Joplin Public Library
1901 E 20th St.
Joplin, MO 64804
United States

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Sun: 1:00pm-5:00pm

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 (10/19)	Mon (10/20)	Tue (10/21)	Wed (10/22)	Thu (10/23)	Fri (10/24)	Sat (10/25)
10 am				This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Learners at the Library 10:00am–11:00am Adults Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Storytime 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 (Whole) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, Storytime Event Details: This program is designed for individuals 18 years and up with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and a support person. We explore a book through a storytime that includes reading, hanging out, activities, and crafts! 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.
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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.
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5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Old Hollywood Monster Movie Night 5:00pm–7:45pm Adults Movies 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: Movies Event Details: Celebrate the spooky season with this classic monster movie double feature! We’ll start with the 1931 Frankenstein then follow with the 1941 The Wolf Man. Stay for both films or watch just one! 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.
6 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Post Art Library Presents Author Tim Scherrer 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Author Visit, Post Art Library 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: Author Visit, Post Art Library Event Details: We welcome you to join us in the Library's Community Room for a presentation by author Tim Scherrer: War Pigeon! Missouri’s role in the training of pigeons and pigeoneers in WWII.