Joplin Public Library

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Joplin Public Library
1901 E 20th St.
Joplin, MO 64804
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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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Name: Pie Making with Carla from Big R's Pies
Start: 2025-04-15T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-04-15T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Joplin Public Library

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Pie Making with Carla from Big R's Pies

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library

Room: Community Room (Whole)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Education, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers

Event Details:

Did someone say pie? Hear from Big R’s Pies maker Carla about her history with baking and the basics of making a pie. Carla will also demonstrate how to make the perfect pie crust and put together a pie.

Joplin Reads Together Makerspace Take and Make Kit : DIY Bread in a Bag

Makerspace Take & Make : DIY Bread in a Bag

All Day 4/17

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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts, Crafts & DIY, Joplin Reads Together, Makerspace

Event Details:

Available starting @ 11:00 a.m.

Pick up your Makerspace Take&Make kit while supplies last!

The kit contains everything you need except an oven and measuring utensils to bake your very own bread.

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Let's Dish Book Discussion

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library

Room: Conference Room 1

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion, Joplin Reads Together

Event Details:

Join us as we chat about The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal. We will talk about the book in its entirety.

Two opportunities to join on the 17th, 1 pm or 6 pm!

Let's Dish Book Discussion

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library

Room: Conference Room 1

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion, Joplin Reads Together

Event Details:

Join us as we chat about The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal. We will talk about the book in its entirety.

Two opportunities to join on the 17th, 1 pm or 6 pm!

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Dontcha Know Midwest Trivia Night

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library

Room: Community Room (Whole)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Games & Activities, Joplin Reads Together

Event Details:

Come as an individual or bring a team (up to eight participants) and put your knowledge of the Midwest to the test! Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.

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J Ryan Stradal Author Visit

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Library Branch: Joplin Public Library

Room: Community Room (Whole)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Author Visit, Joplin Reads Together, Speakers

Event Details:

Join us as we welcome author J. Ryan Stradal to the Joplin Public Library!

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4 pm			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 This event is in the "Teens (ages 11-18)" group. Library Branch: Joplin Public Library Age Group: Teens (ages 11-18) Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Enrichment, Games & Activities Event Details: The return of a beloved Teen program - come hang out! Legos, crafts, movies, games, and more in the Teen dept.

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