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Our Library opens tomorrow’s doors today through diverse opportunities to learn, create, explore, and have fun.

Upcoming Events

Jun
5
Mon
4:00 pm Kindness Chapter Book Club @ Joplin Public Library--Storytime Room
Kindness Chapter Book Club @ Joplin Public Library--Storytime Room
Jun 5 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Our summer book club will highlight kindness and community through a book and related activities. We will be reading Amy Timberlake’s Skunk and Badger. Each child will receive a free copy courtesy of Friends of the[...]
Jun
6
Tue
10:00 am Summertime Play Date @ Joplin Public Library--Outdoor Classroom
Summertime Play Date @ Joplin Public Library--Outdoor Classroom
Jun 6 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Come play with us! We will enjoy the outdoors while playing, exploring, and learning! The first 30 attendees will receive a ticket for a free sack lunch provided by Bookhouse Cinema. Ages 2-5. This program[...]
6:00 pm Chat & Craft @ Joplin Public Library Community Room
Chat & Craft @ Joplin Public Library Community Room
Jun 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Whether you crochet, knit, stitch, draw, or paint, bring along your current project and chat with us! All crafts are welcome! We meet from 6 to 8 pm on the first Tuesday of every month[...]
6:00 pm Tuesday Knight Chess @ Joplin Public Library Teen Department
Tuesday Knight Chess @ Joplin Public Library Teen Department
Jun 6 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Know how to play chess?  Sharpen your skills with practice games and trade tips with other players.  We’ll meet in the Teen Department to play and strategize.  This activity is designed for teens who have[...]
Jun
7
Wed
9:30 am Read and Play Preschool Hour 1 @ Joplin Public Library--Storytime Room
Read and Play Preschool Hour 1 @ Joplin Public Library--Storytime Room
Jun 7 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Join the Children’s Department in 2023 for preschool storytimes! This fun storytime geared towards 3-5 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, moving, dancing, and playing! No registration or library card required to attend.