It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce Beth Snow, beloved Teen Services Librarian of Joplin Public Library, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. Known for her encouraging words, her joyful spirit, and her commitment to the Library and its patrons, Beth devoted her career […]
Thank you all for a wonderful second year of Joplin Reads Together. JPL is proud of the connections formed during this shared experience, and want to thank everyone who participated! Also, thank you to our community partners, Post Art Library, Friends of the Joplin Public Library, Joplin Chamber of Commerce, and Missouri Southern State University […]
Joplin Public Library wants to spread the word that Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is now available to ALL Missouri Children age 0-5. This was made possible by legislation (Section 178.694 RSMo) that identifies school districts as the local partner for this initiative. Full funding was included in DESE’s Fiscal Year 2024 budget to establish and […]
Joplin Public Library is launching a new Health & Wellness category as part of their Library of Things collection, thanks to a recently awarded Bramlage & Willcoxon Foundation Grant. Library of Things is a collection of non-traditional materials including tools, games, kitchen items, electronics and more — all available to check out for free from […]
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