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1901 East 20th Street
Joplin, MO 64804

Phone: 417-623-7953

Operating Hours

Monday 9AM-6PM
Tuesday 9AM-8PM
Wednesday 9AM-6PM
Thursday 9AM-8PM
Friday 9AM-6PM
Saturday 9AM-5PM
Sunday 1PM-5PM

Latest News

  • Permanent StoryWalk InstalledNovember 22, 2023 - 8:41 am
  • Spooky Season at JPL!October 24, 2023 - 11:01 am
  • Congratulations to JPL Staff!October 12, 2023 - 11:54 am
  • Pollinator Garden Buzz!September 19, 2023 - 12:25 pm
  • Lucky Day CollectionSeptember 18, 2023 - 12:58 pm

Upcoming Events

Nov
28
Tue
4:00 pm Dog Day Afternoon @ Joplin Public Library
Dog Day Afternoon @ Joplin Public Library
Nov 28 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Dog Day Afternoon is designed to help newly independent readers become more comfortable reading! Children will have the opportunity to read to one of our sweet therapy dogs and their owner in a quiet, non-threatening[...]
Nov
29
Wed
10:00 am Programs for Adults with Develop... @ Joplin Public Library, Community Room
Programs for Adults with Develop... @ Joplin Public Library, Community Room
Nov 29 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Join Adult Programming for programs for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. In November we will explore a book through a storytime that includes reading, hanging out, and crafts! This program is for adults ages[...]
Dec
1
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all-day 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[...]
Dec
5
Tue
10:00 am 1-2-3, Play with Me! @ Joplin Public Library
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[...]
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