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Bird Friendly Community: Winter Birds

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, Lectures/Speakers
Age Group:
All Ages

Find out how you can help St. Joseph become a Bird-Friendly community! Kaylee Woelfel from the Missouri River Bird Observatory will share simple, practical ways to be bird-friendly in your home, neighborhood, and community.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Hobbies, Lectures/Speakers
Registration Required
Program Description:

Find out how you can help St. Joseph become a Bird-Friendly community! Kaylee Woelfel from the Missouri River Bird Observatory will share simple, practical ways to be bird-friendly in your home, neighborhood, and community.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Circus themed flyer with picture of circus crafts

Crafternoon

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us under the big top to create circus themed crafts!

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Join us under the big top to create circus themed crafts!

Take your Child to the Library Day, Scavenger Hunt

Scavenger Hunt for 'Take Your Child to the Library Day'

All Day
Cross-Branch
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
All Ages

Come celebrate Take Your Kid to the Library Day! Each branch will feature a unique scavenger hunt presented by our Teen Advisory Board. This is an all ages program where everyone can win a sweet prize!

Library Branch: Cross-Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Events
Program Description:

Come celebrate Take Your Kid to the Library Day! Each branch will feature a unique scavenger hunt presented by our Teen Advisory Board. This is an all ages program where everyone can win a sweet prize!

Pony Express Therapy Dogs logo (two dogs within an outline of Missouri)

Book Buddies Reading Dogs

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, All Ages

The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Early Literacy
Program Description:

The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment.

Puzzle Swap

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? We do too! But what do you do with the ones you have completed? Now's your chance to swap some you have done with some new to you puzzles! Just bring a puzzle (or two, or three) and we'll swap with each other.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games/Gaming, Hobbies
Program Description:

Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? We do too! But what do you do with the ones you have completed? Now's your chance to swap some you have done with some new to you puzzles! Just bring a puzzle (or two, or three) and we'll swap with each other.

Washi Tape Valentine Cards / Tarjetas de San Valentín con Washi Tape

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, En Español
Age Group:
All Ages

Join Erika and make beautiful Valentine's cards using Washi Tape. We will have lots of supplies on hand. This is a great program for families with children 5 years old and older. All ages welcome, children must be accompanied by their adults.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español
Registration Required
Program Description:

Join Erika and make beautiful Valentine's cards using Washi Tape. We will have lots of supplies on hand. This is a great program for families with children 5 years old and older. All ages welcome, children must be accompanied by their adults.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Club Room at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Super Mario Bros. Movie poster.

Noche de Cine en Familia (Family Movie Night): Super Mario Bros.: la película

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
En Español, Movies
Age Group:
All Ages

Acompáñanos a ver Super Mario Bros.: la película (2023), película de comedia familiar con clasificación PG.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: En Español, Movies
Program Description:

Acompáñanos a ver Super Mario Bros.: la película (2023), película de comedia familiar con clasificación PG.

Movie poster for The Ride Ahead

Movie: The Ride Ahead

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages

Progressive Community Services and St. Joseph Public Library are partnering to show The Ride Ahead, (2024), 1 hour 37 mintues, for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

Progressive Community Services and St. Joseph Public Library are partnering to show The Ride Ahead, (2024), 1 hour 37 mintues, for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Pony Express Therapy Dogs logo (two dogs within an outline of Missouri)

Book Buddies Reading Dogs

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, All Ages

The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Early Literacy
Program Description:

The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment.

Rachel Hartigan, author visit

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Amelia Earhart's disappearance is a mystery for the ages.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Registration Required
Program Description:

Amelia Earhart's disappearance is a mystery for the ages.

¡Lotería en la Biblioteca!

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Library
Program Type:
En Español, Games/Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

¡Acompáñanos en una noche de diversión jugando Lotería en la Biblioteca Downtown! Gana premios, disfruta de aperitivos, y diviértete por la noche en este evento en la biblioteca que tendrá a todos gritando ¡Buenas!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: En Español, Games/Gaming
Program Description:

¡Acompáñanos en una noche de diversión jugando Lotería en la Biblioteca Downtown! Gana premios, disfruta de aperitivos, y diviértete por la noche en este evento en la biblioteca que tendrá a todos gritando ¡Buenas!

Family Pi(e) Day

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate Pi day with Pie! Bring your family and create delicious mini no-bake pies together. 

For all ages, please register as a family and note how many will be participating.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Program Description:

Celebrate Pi day with Pie! Bring your family and create delicious mini no-bake pies together. 

For all ages, please register as a family and note how many will be participating.

Super Smash Bros. Tournament (unofficial)

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, All Ages

Do you love playing Super Smash Bros. on the Nintendo Switch? Do you want to challenge others to see who you can beat? Join our Super Smash Bros. All Ages Tournament! Sign-in begins at 1:30 p.m., tournament begins at 2 p.m.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Registration Required
Program Description:

Do you love playing Super Smash Bros. on the Nintendo Switch? Do you want to challenge others to see who you can beat? Join our Super Smash Bros. All Ages Tournament! Sign-in begins at 1:30 p.m., tournament begins at 2 p.m.

Poké Party

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

Come enjoy Pokémon themed crafts and activities! All supplies are provided. Bring your handheld games, cards, and art to share, battle, and trade with other Pokémon fans! All ages welcome.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Come enjoy Pokémon themed crafts and activities! All supplies are provided. Bring your handheld games, cards, and art to share, battle, and trade with other Pokémon fans! All ages welcome.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Family Art Night: Mario Shadow Box

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

Super Mario fans can join us for a Family Art Night Mario style! The Super Mario Galaxy Movie comes out later this week, so get ready by creating a Super Mario theme shadow box.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming
Registration Required
Program Description:

Super Mario fans can join us for a Family Art Night Mario style! The Super Mario Galaxy Movie comes out later this week, so get ready by creating a Super Mario theme shadow box.

Pony Express Therapy Dogs logo (two dogs within an outline of Missouri)

Book Buddies Reading Dogs

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, All Ages

The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Early Literacy
Program Description:

The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Crafternoon

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Theme to be determined. 

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Theme to be determined. 

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Summer Reading Kick Off Party

Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages

Come have FREE fun for the whole family at the Washington Park Library for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party!  There will be dinosaurs, a petting zoo and free snow cones*. 

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games/Gaming, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Come have FREE fun for the whole family at the Washington Park Library for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party!  There will be dinosaurs, a petting zoo and free snow cones*. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Summer Reading Performers: Mad Science

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, All Ages

Mad Science delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for children. Their innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Mad Science delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for children. Their innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.