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Winter Reading Challenge for Adults
Winter Reading Challenge for Adults
Dec 1 2023 – Jan 31 2024 all-day
Winter Reading Challenge for Adults
Joplin Public Library’s Winter Reading Challenge for Adults is perfect for cold days indoors, getting a jump start on New Year’s Resolutions, or simply enjoying books! The challenge is complete by completing 5 of the[...]
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1-2-3, Play with Me! 10:00 am
1-2-3, Play with Me! @ Joplin Public Library
Dec 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
A 5 week program for parents/caregivers and children ages 1-3 that offers one hour of playtime in a group atmosphere. Participants will have opportunities to speak with local experts in the areas of child development, speech and[...]
Chat & Craft 6:00 pm
Chat & Craft @ Joplin Public Library Community Room
Dec 5 @ 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[...]
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Harry Potter Day 2:00 pm
Harry Potter Day
Dec 7 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Joplin Public Library is hosting a magical day for witches and wizards of all ages from 2:00-6:00pm. Attend the various classes at Hogwarts and celebrate all things Harry Potter! Children, teens and adults are welcome[...]
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Joplin Chess Club Quick Tournament 9:00 am
Joplin Chess Club Quick Tournament @ Joplin Public Library
Dec 9 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
The Joplin Chess Club’s Annual Quick Tournament is back! This yearly tournament in support of the JPL Children’s Chess Club is open to children in grades K-12! Unrated open to players in grades K-12/rated open[...]
Post Art Library Holiday Tea 2:30 pm
Post Art Library Holiday Tea
Dec 9 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Post Art Library Holiday Tea
Join Post Art Library in the Post Reading Room for the 9th Annual Post Art Library Holiday Tea! This year’s event features a holiday piano performance by Susan Spracklen Cordell, a kids’ coloring table, and[...]
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Tuesday Knight Chess 6:00 pm
Tuesday Knight Chess @ Joplin Public Library Teen Department
Dec 12 @ 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[...]
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Joplin Job Center–Career Counselor Visit 1:00 pm
Joplin Job Center–Career Counselor Visit @ Joplin Public Library
Dec 14 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
A Career Counselor from the Joplin Job Center will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations. No appointment or library card is required.
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American Red Cross Blood Drive 11:00 am
American Red Cross Blood Drive @ Joplin Public Library Community Room
Dec 21 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Joplin Public Library from 11am to 4pm today. The blood drive will take place in the Community Room. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or[...]
Economic Security–Outreach Worker Visit 1:00 pm
Economic Security–Outreach Worker Visit @ Joplin Public Library
Dec 21 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
An Outreach Worker from Economic Security will be in the library’s lobby for free consultations.
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