Shoal Creek (Wildcat Glades)

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Join Shoal Creek Conservation and Education center for an afternoon all about nocturnal animals in Missouri!

Ages 2-10

Chik-Fil-A Cow Appreciation Day

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Meet the Chik-Fil-A cow and decorate a costume that will earn you a free meal at Chik-Fil-A the following day (July 9th).

Suggested age range: Ages 2-10

Makerspace Open Hours

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Our Makerspace is open! Library staff will assist on a walk-in, first come, first serve basis. FREE. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. LIBRARY CARD NOT NEEDED. Patrons under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian when in the Makerspace. See our MAKERSPACE page for more information.

Summer Reading Art Challenge 2019 Artists’ Reception

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Join us for an opening reception for Summer Reading Art Challenge 2019! This reception is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Registration and library card NOT necessary.

Entries from all three categories—adults, teens, and kids—of Summer Reading Art Challenge 2019 will be on display in the Local History, Genealogy, and Post Reading Room wing inside Joplin Public Library from Thursday, August 8, 2019 through Sunday, September 29, 2019.

The purpose of the Summer Reading Art Challenge is to encourage exploration of the visual arts through creating an artwork based on Missouri’s state-wide theme for Summer Reading. Artworks in this year’s exhibit are inspired by space, the Summer Reading theme for 2019.

For more information, contact Post Art Library Director, Jill Sullivan, at 417-623-7953 x1041.

Arts and cultural library displays, events, and exhibitions are coordinated and curated by Post Art Library (PAL). PAL’s mission is to enrich the community of Joplin by perpetuating Dr. Winfred L. and Elizabeth C. Post’s love of art, architecture, history, and history preservation through public access to arts-related library resources and services, educational programming, events, and exhibits. For more information, visit www.postartlibrary.org or www.facebook.com/postartlibrary.

Children’s Summer Reading Ending Celebration

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10:30-11:15: Tommy Terrific will perform magic tricks representing the exploration of space, from celestial objects such as planets and stars to exploration equipment, such as rockets and space shuttles. Throughout the show, the kids will learn interesting facts about our universe and the history behind space exploration. Join us before and afterward for Chik-Fil-A ice cream, popcorn, games, and face painting from Cheeky Fun (10:00-11:30)!

Shoal Creek (Wildcat Glades)

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Join Shoal Creek Conservation Center to learn about nocturnal animals in Missouri!

Suggested ages: 5-12

Izzy B. Author Visit

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Ages 2-10 years old

Join us for a special event with local author/illustrator Izzy B. He will read his newest book, Imaginary Fiends, and offer interactive story extensions afterward! Books will be available to purchase at the event.

 

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival- Repeat Screening

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The MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival takes place in 400 venues across 6 continents during one week. For the first time, this event is coming to Joplin and we’re celebrating at Joplin Public Library.

Each year, ten short films are selected and shown across the world. Audiences are asked to vote on which film they think is best. The winner will be announced on October 7, 2019. One World, One Week, One Festival – You Be the Judge!

The MANHATTAN SHORT l is brought to you the The Lemons Charitable Foundation; Joplin Public Library; and Post Art Library.

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival- Repeat screening

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The MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival takes place in 400 venues across 6 continents during one week. For the first time, this event is coming to Joplin and we’re celebrating at Joplin Public Library.

Each year, ten short films are selected and shown across the world. Audiences are asked to vote on which film they think is best. The winner will be announced on October 7, 2019. One World, One Week, One Festival – You Be the Judge!

The MANHATTAN SHORT l is brought to you the The Lemons Charitable Foundation; Joplin Public Library; and Post Art Library.

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival- Reception and Initial Screening

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MANHATTAN SHORT is an event that takes place in 400 venues across 6 continents during one week, and is breaking into the Library System across the USA.

Each year ten short films (Two Hour Show) which screen across the world. Audiences are asked to vote for the one they think is best. Votes are tallied by you – emailed to us and we announce the winner on Monday Oct 7.