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Flood Warning
...the Flood Warning Continues For The Following Rivers In Missouri... Shoal Creek Near Joplin Affecting Jasper And Newton Counties. .the River Has Crested And Will Continue To Fall Today. ...flood Warning Now In Effect Until Tomorrow Afternoon... * What...minor Flooding Is Occurring And Minor Flooding Is Forecast. ...Read More.
Effective: March 25, 2023 at 4:46amExpires: March 26, 2023 at 3:09pmTarget Area: Jasper; Newton

Flood Warning
...the Flood Warning Continues For The Following Rivers In Missouri... Spring River At Carthage Affecting Jasper County. Elk River Near Tiff City Affecting Mcdonald County. .heavy Rainfall Through Friday Will Likely Lead To The Rivers Rising Above Flood Stage. ...Read More.
Effective: March 25, 2023 at 5:33amExpires: March 26, 2023 at 4:20pmTarget Area: Jasper

Curiosity Kits Launched

March 2, 2022/in News /by Lori Crockett

At Joplin Public Library, we strive to encourage learning through fun. To help meet that goal, we are thrilled to announce new STEM kits for our youngest patrons and their families! These STEM kits, also known as Curiosity Kits, include activities designed to explore various sciences through hands-on learning!

Discover electronics and circuit building with Snap Circuits:

Coding and robots with Ozobot:

Electronics and inventions with Makey Makeys:

Curiosity Kits can be checked out for three weeks. Only one kit per card is permitted. Available kits include: two Snap Circuits, two Ozobots, and three Makey Makeys. The suggested age range for Curiosity Kits is 7-12 years old. The Makey Makey requires both an internet connection and a computer or tablet. Search for available kits in our catalog or put one on hold today!