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.
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.
Grab this month’s adult take-home kit today! Kit includes instructions and materials to design bookmarks with tassels.
Kits can be picked up in the Reference Area and are available on a first come, first served bases from 9am-6pm, or while supplies last. No fee or registration required, for ages 18 years and older.
Join Joplin Public Library for Trivia Night! Play individually or with a group. No fee required, and for ages 18 years and older. Registration is not required, but appreciated: register here.
The Joplin Public Library is thrilled to host the Alexander/Madison Chapter of the Kansas City Buffalo Soldiers in conjunction with its annual, all-ages Black History Fair. The fair will take place in the Library’s Community Room on Saturday, February 11 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.
The Alexander/Madison Chapter of the Kansas City Buffalo Soldiers’ presentation, titled “Slave to Soldier” will begin at 10:35 am, in the Library’s community room.
Following this presentation, attendees may visit interactive displays and booths from the Library, community members, and local organizations. Participating organizations include the Emancipation Committee, George Washington Carver National Monument, the Langston Hughes Cultural Society, East Town Dreams District, and more.
Hygge is a Danish idea that’s all about being cozy, celebrating togetherness, and feeling happy!
Join the Children’s Department for a hygge experience of reading, making crafts, and enjoying snacks. Wear your favorite jammies or cozy clothes and spend an evening with your friends and family.
This program is geared toward families with children ages 4-12.
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.
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)
Collaborate, build, and explore your creative side with LEGOs and other building toys!
Suggested ages: 4-12
1901 East 20th Street
Joplin, MO 64804
Phone: 417-623-7953
| Monday | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 am – 8:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am – 8:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Sunday | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm |
