May Is...

National Preservation Month

National Preservation Month, picture is of the Newman BuildingThe National Trust for Historic Preservation sets aside the month of May to draw public attention to historic preservation including buildings, neighborhoods, and open spaces. Join us at the Library the first Tuesdays in May and June for programs on Joplin's historic buildings (May 6) and Missouri's historic people and places (June 3).

Find a good book (or audiobook or dvd or cd!) in our online catalog. Check our online calendar for a program of interest to you at YOUR Library.

Be Kind to Animals Week

Be Kind to Animals Week Since 1915 this annual event is the first full week in May and is held to promote kindness and humane care toward animals and to celebrate the unique bond between animals and humans.