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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
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 Preschool Hour

9:30am–10:00am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Early Learning, Storytime
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
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
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Outdoor Classroom
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Come play with us! This outdoor event will include creating, playing, and fun! In the event of inclement weather, we will meet in the storytime room.

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
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 Preschool Hour

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies & Toddlers (ages 0-5)
Early Learning, Storytime
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
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
12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group

Jurassic Journey

1:00pm–2:30pm
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Enrichment, Summer Reading
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Enrichment, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Explore dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures through self-guided, hands-on art and STEAM activities.

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.

2 pm
3 pm
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-12)" group

Missouri Department of Conservation presents: Birds of Prey

3:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Speakers, Summer Reading
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room East
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Speakers, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Discover the fascinating world of birds of prey in this engaging and educational library program!

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 "Children (ages 6-12)" group

Storyteller Sue Godsey

3:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Speakers, Summer Reading
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room West
Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Speakers, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Listen in as storyteller Sue Godsey retells adventure story THE SHIPWRECKED SAILOR, an ancient Egyptian story that was originally written in hieroglyphics. 

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

Paleontology Chapter Book Club

4:15pm–5:00pm
Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Book Discussion, Summer Reading
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Book Discussion, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your 8 to 12 year old reader is invited to join the Joplin Public Library's Paleontology Chapter Book Club! Your child may select a book before the first meeting or they can choose from a list of JPL-selected titles.

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group

Random Awesomeness

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities, STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

The title says it all - come hang out! Legos, crafts, movies, video/board games, STEM, and more in the Teen dept. Grades 6-12

This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group

Teen Takeout Kit: Stone Mosaics!

4:00pm–8:00pm
Teens (ages 11-18)
Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18)
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Grab a takeout kit to create a stone mosaic! Available while supplies last beginning at 4:00pm in the Teen Dept.

5 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Show & Tell

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Enrichment, Summer Reading
Library Branch: Joplin Public Library
Room: Community Room East
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Enrichment, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Just like in school, Show & Tell! 

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.