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 (11/16)	Mon (11/17)	Tue (11/18)	Wed (11/19)	Thu (11/20)	Fri (11/21)	Sat (11/22)
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: We'll hang out and celebrate International Games Month by playing Bingo and other board and card games together! This program is designed for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and a support person. 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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2 pm							This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group Anime/Manga Club 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens (ages 11-18) Games & Activities 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 West Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18) Program Type: Games & Activities Event Details: Watch anime, read manga, eat snacks, and hang out with us!
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4 pm				This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group LEAP! After School 4:15pm–5:00pm Youth, Children (ages 6-12) Crafts & DIY, Games & Activities, 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: Crafts & DIY, Games & Activities, Storytime Event Details: LEAP into 45 minutes of reading, creating, building, and exploring. Parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to participate. Ages 6-12
5 pm			This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group All Ages Game Night 5:30pm–7:00pm Children (ages 6-12), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 11-18), Adults Enrichment, Games & Activities This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group 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: Children (ages 6-12), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 11-18), Adults Program Type: Enrichment, Games & Activities Event Details: All ages are welcome to Game Night! We’ll have board and card games available, but feel free to bring your own!