Join the Children’s Department in summer 2023 for toddler storytimes! This fun storytime geared towards 0-2 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, rhyming, and connection.
No registration or library card required to attend.
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.
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.
This show combines humor, magic, and puppets to celebrate reading and learning. Prepare to be amazed, entertained, and to ask “how did he do that?!”
Suggested ages: 5-12. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.
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 Library.
Registration is required and will begin May 15 by phone, email, or in person.
Age range: 8-12. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.
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 environment (each child will read for approximately 8 minutes, though the exact time depends on the number of therapy dogs and children in attendance).
(During this program, children have the opportunity to read to the dogs on their own. We ask that parents/caregivers watch through our large window. For this reason, we ask that children are independent readers and are comfortable with this set up.)
Suggested age: K-5th grade
Registration is suggested and will begin the morning of by phone or in person (417-623-7953). Spaces are limited.
Come talk (and sing!) about Bruno as we enjoy the beloved movie that celebrates families and their unique gifts. Enjoy some yummy snacks while you sing along!
Suggested age range: Ages 4 and up.
Collaborate, build, and explore your creative side with LEGOs and other building toys!
Suggested ages: 5-12
Join in on a fun night of board and card games for all ages.
Suggested age range: 5 and up.
Learn about the basics of small-container gardening with Master Gardener Eric Osen, pot your own plant, and complete a related craft!
Suggested age range: Ages 6-12. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.
1901 East 20th Street
Joplin, MO 64804
Phone: 417-623-7953
| Monday | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
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| Tuesday | 9:00 am – 8:00 pm |
