Lego Build-a-thon

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Come build and create! Children ages 2-12 and their families are welcome to build and share their own unique creations!

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 6 minutes, though the exact time depends on the number of therapy dogs and children in attendance).

Suggested age: K-5th grade

Preschool Storytime

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Join the Children’s Department for Preschool Storytime on Wednesday and Thursday mornings!

We will sing, read, talk, and play together.

This program is designed for ages 3-5.

Toddler Storytime

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Join the Children’s Department for Toddler storytime on Tuesday and Friday mornings!

We will sing, read, talk, and play together!

This program is designed for ages 0-2.

MAKERSPACE CLOSED

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Due to an unforseen staff shortage, the Library’s Makerspace will not have open hours today. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to resume normal operations for tomorrow (Friday 1/7).

Children’s 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. Registration is encouraged but not required. Register in advance by phone (417-623-7953), email (childrens@joplinpubliclibrary.org), or in person.

This program is for ages 5-12.

Closed for Christmas

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Closed for Christmas

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Closed for Christmas

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Closed for Christmas

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