LIBRARY CLOSING EARLY TODAY @4PM

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Due to extreme weather conditions the Joplin Public Library will be closing early today @4pm.
As a reminder the library is closed 12/23 – 12/26 for the holiday so the next day we are open will be 12/27.

Stay Safe!

Saturday STEM Club

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Explore high and low tech STEAM activities in this hands-on, child-led program!

Suggested age range: 5-12

(Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult)

Dog Day Afternoon

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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.

Chess Club

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Children of all skill levels are invited to play chess with the JPL Children’s Department and the Joplin Area Chess Club! We meet once a month for approximately 30 minutes to learn, play, and have fun.

Young Artists Club

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Learn about great artists and create your own art in their styles!

This program is designed for children ages 8-12 and registration is required. Register via phone (417-623-7953) or email (childrens@joplinpubliclibrary.org) beginning the first of each month.

LEGO Build-a-thon

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Collaborate, build, and explore your creative side with LEGOs and other building toys!

Suggested ages: 4-12

Interview Process

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Applying for jobs can be stressful. Learn more about the process by joining career advisors from the Joplin Job Center for a workshop class on job interviews! The workshop is free and for ages 18 years or older. Attendees do not need to be currently searching for a job to attend. Participants are welcome to bring their own laptop if they’d like, but not required.

This is the final of three workshop classes the Joplin Job Center will present at the Library. The Joplin Job Center, as well as Economic Security, visits the Library Lobby every third Friday of the month from 1pm-3pm.

Resume Preparation

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Applying for jobs can be stressful. Learn more about the process by joining career advisors from the Joplin Job Center for a workshop class on resumes! The workshop is free and for ages 18 years or older. Attendees do not need to be currently searching for a job to attend. Participants are welcome to bring their own laptop if they’d like, but not required.

This is the second of three workshop classes the Joplin Job Center will present at the Library: March 24th will focus on job interviews.

Computer Literacy While Job Searching

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Applying for jobs can be stressful. Learn more about the process by joining career advisors from the Joplin Job Center for a workshop class on using computers while job searching! The workshop is free and for ages 18 years or older. We will be in Conference Room 1. Participants are welcome to bring their own laptop if they’d like, but not required.

This is the first of three workshop classes the Joplin Job Center will present at the Library: February 24th will focus on resumes, March 24th will focus on job interviews.

Read and Play Toddler Hour 2

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Join the Children’s Department in 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.