This event is in the "Adults" group Final Girl Book Club Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Off Site Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Age Group: Adults Join your resident Spooky Girls, Jenna and Marina, for an evening of spine-tingling terror at the Final Girl Book Club. Each 2nd Tuesday of the month, we will discuss a new book in the horror and paranormal genres. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Final Girl Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Program Description: Join your resident Spooky Girls, Jenna and Marina, for an evening of spine-tingling terror at the Final Girl Book Club. Each 2nd Tuesday of the month, we will discuss a new book in the horror and paranormal genres. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm The Theater at East Hills Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: Adults Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Across the Universe (2007) 2 hours 13 minutes, PG-13. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies 6:30pm–8:00pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: The Theater Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Program Description: Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Across the Universe (2007) 2 hours 13 minutes, PG-13.
This event is in the "Children" group Minute to Win It Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Games/Gaming Age Group: Children Come and compete in a series of challenges against other kids to see who will be the fastest! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Minute to Win It 4:00pm–5:00pm Downtown Library Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Owen Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Games/Gaming Registration Required Program Description: Come and compete in a series of challenges against other kids to see who will be the fastest! 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 event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Winter Fairy Gardens Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: Teens, Adults Come create a fairy winter wonderland at Washington Park Library! All supplies provided but you are welcome to bring items to incorporate into your creation. Intended for teens and adults. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Winter Fairy Gardens 5:00pm–6:00pm Washington Park Library Library Branch: Washington Park Library Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Program Description: Come create a fairy winter wonderland at Washington Park Library! All supplies provided but you are welcome to bring items to incorporate into your creation. Intended for teens and adults.
This event is in the "Children" group LEGO Club Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Conference Room at East Hills Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Age Group: Children Join us for LEGO Club at the East Hills Library! Come meet with fellow LEGO enthusiasts each month for various LEGO challenges. Can you build it?For grades K and up. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 15 2026 Thu LEGO Club 6:00pm–7:00pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Program Description: Join us for LEGO Club at the East Hills Library! Come meet with fellow LEGO enthusiasts each month for various LEGO challenges. Can you build it?For grades K and up.
This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group Pre-K Play Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library Program Type: Early Literacy Age Group: Baby - Pre-K Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection. View Details This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Pre-K Play 10:00am–11:00am East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Storytime Room (East Hills) Age Group: Baby - Pre-K Program Type: Early Literacy Program Description: Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection.
This event is in the "All Ages" group 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Bird Friendly Community: Winter Birds 10:00am–11:00am East Hills Library 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.
Closed - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day All Day Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library All library locations will be closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Closing Jan 19 2026 Mon Closing Closed - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day All Day Branches: Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library Description: All library locations will be closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
This event is in the "Adults" group Book Club - East Hills Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Conference Room at East Hills Library Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Age Group: Adults Embrace new adventures through reading and discussion at the East Hills Library Book Club. We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. This month's selection is The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Book Club - East Hills 10:00am–11:00am East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Program Description: Embrace new adventures through reading and discussion at the East Hills Library Book Club. We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. This month's selection is The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst.
This event is in the "Children" group Tricky Tuesday! - Mo Willems Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy Age Group: Children This week we will be reading books by Mo Willems and then making a fun craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Tricky Tuesday! - Mo Willems 4:00pm–5:00pm Washington Park Library Library Branch: Washington Park Library Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park) Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy Program Description: This week we will be reading books by Mo Willems and then making a fun craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Advisory Board Meeting Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm Makerspace at East Hills Library Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity Age Group: Teens Only for members of the St. Joseph Public Library Teen Advisory Board View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Teen Advisory Board Meeting 4:45pm–5:45pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Teens Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity Program Description: Only for members of the St. Joseph Public Library Teen Advisory Board 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm The Theater at East Hills Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: Adults Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Jurassic World: Rebirth (2025) 2 hours 13 minutes, PG-13. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies 6:30pm–8:00pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: The Theater Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Program Description: Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Jurassic World: Rebirth (2025) 2 hours 13 minutes, PG-13.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Paint, Sip, Relax! Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Club Room at Washington Park Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Printed Canvas PaintingRelax, unwind, and get creative at Washington Park Library! Join us for a painting event, where you can enjoy a stress-free painting experience while sipping on refreshments. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Paint, Sip, Relax! 5:00pm–6:00pm Washington Park Library Library Branch: Washington Park Library Room: Club Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Program Description: Printed Canvas PaintingRelax, unwind, and get creative at Washington Park Library! Join us for a painting event, where you can enjoy a stress-free painting experience while sipping on refreshments.
This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group Pre-K Play Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library Program Type: Early Literacy Age Group: Baby - Pre-K Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection. View Details This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Pre-K Play 10:00am–11:00am East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Storytime Room (East Hills) Age Group: Baby - Pre-K Program Type: Early Literacy Program Description: Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection.
This event is in the "All Ages" group 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! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Crafternoon 1:00pm–2:00pm Carnegie Library 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group Afternoon Tea Book Club Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Off Site Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Age Group: Adults Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis.January's book is The Crescent Moon Tearoom by Stacy Sivinski. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Afternoon Tea Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Program Description: Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis.January's book is The Crescent Moon Tearoom by Stacy Sivinski.
This event is in the "Adults" group Friends Book Club Downtown Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Age Group: Adults Do you love reading? Do you enjoy talking about what you're reading? You should join us for our Friends Book Club Downtown. The fourth Monday of every month will discuss a different title. Call Erika for more information at View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Friends Book Club Downtown 5:00pm–5:45pm Downtown Library Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Owen Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Program Description: Do you love reading? Do you enjoy talking about what you're reading? You should join us for our Friends Book Club Downtown. The fourth Monday of every month will discuss a different title. Call Erika for more information at
This event is in the "Adults" group Bingo Night Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Conference Room at East Hills Library Program Type: Games/Gaming Age Group: Adults Join the East Hills branch for a fun-filled night of BINGO! Prizes will be provided by the library. Intended for adults, ages 18+ View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Bingo Night 6:00pm–7:30pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games/Gaming Program Description: Join the East Hills branch for a fun-filled night of BINGO! Prizes will be provided by the library. Intended for adults, ages 18+
This event is in the "Children" group Tricky Tuesday! - Friends Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy Age Group: Children This week we will be reading stories featuring friendship and then making a fun craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Tricky Tuesday! - Friends 4:00pm–5:00pm Washington Park Library Library Branch: Washington Park Library Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park) Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy Program Description: This week we will be reading stories featuring friendship and then making a fun craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday!
This event is in the "Adults" group Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm The Theater at East Hills Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: Adults Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Back to the Future (1985) 1 hour 56 minutes, PG. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies 6:30pm–8:00pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: The Theater Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Program Description: Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Back to the Future (1985) 1 hour 56 minutes, PG.
This event is in the "Adults" group Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm Carnegie Library Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Age Group: Adults Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Carnegie librarian Jenny Ellis will host the virtual cozy mystery book club Murder, She Read. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion 7:00pm–8:15pm Carnegie Library Library Branch: Carnegie Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Program Description: Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Carnegie librarian Jenny Ellis will host the virtual cozy mystery book club Murder, She Read.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Evening Bingo! Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Club Room at Washington Park Library Program Type: Miscellaneous Age Group: Teens, Adults Join us for a fun-filled evening of bingo at Washington Park Library! Try your luck, enjoy great company, and play for a chance to win exciting prizes—no library card required! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Evening Bingo! 5:00pm–6:00pm Washington Park Library Library Branch: Washington Park Library Room: Club Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Miscellaneous Registration Required Program Description: Join us for a fun-filled evening of bingo at Washington Park Library! Try your luck, enjoy great company, and play for a chance to win exciting prizes—no library card required!
This event is in the "Adults" group Casual Commander Club Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Conference Room at East Hills Library Program Type: Games/Gaming Age Group: Adults This is a club for all those who love Magic the Gathering! Bring your own Magic the Gathering commander format* deck to battle and destroy your friends and strangers! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Casual Commander Club 6:00pm–8:00pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games/Gaming Program Description: This is a club for all those who love Magic the Gathering! Bring your own Magic the Gathering commander format* deck to battle and destroy your friends and strangers!
This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group Pre-K Play Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library Program Type: Early Literacy Age Group: Baby - Pre-K Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection. View Details This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Pre-K Play 10:00am–11:00am East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Storytime Room (East Hills) Age Group: Baby - Pre-K Program Type: Early Literacy Program Description: Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection.