Upcoming Events

It's never too late to learn a new language! Join us for these free Spanish classes at the library every Monday evening for five weeks. Registration is required, reserve your spot today!

Are you planning to retire in the next few years? Do you have questions? Come learn some of the basics of retirement from Jerry and Nancy Makison. They have over 20 years of experience in the insurance and retirement field.

Get ready to sing, dance, read, and have so much fun with Ms. Misty for preschool Storytime at the East Hills Library!

Activities will be geared toward ages 3-6.

If you and your child like a variety of crafts, games and movies, join us every Tuesday at Washington Park library! Children of all ages are welcome to attend Tricky Tuesday. 

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Vertigo (1958) 129 Minutes, PG. 

Featuring fun crafts that maybe wacky for the time of year. Available every Wednesday. While supplies last.

Not recommended for children under 3.

Celebrate May Day at the library! Create a unique upcycled 'flower' arrangement on canvas. For grades K-6, while supplies last, no registration required. 

BYOB: Bring your own books!  If you like to talk about books you are reading, join us for an informal discussion about what you have been reading.  Diana will have a show and tell about new and exciting books in the library that you can

The Teen Advisory Board is for teens in grades 6th-12th.

So you've learned the basics and want a bit more of a challenge in your knitting projects? Join us as we learn more advanced techniques to spectacular effect.

Join Mindi L. Smith, Certified Organizational Specialist™️, to learn how to declutter and organize your photograph collection. You can optionally bring some photos to work on during the workshop.

Friends of SJPL Vintage & Collectible Book Sale. 

The sale is for 3 days only and will be held in the Book Sale Room on the Lower Level of the Downtown Library. 

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.

May the 4th be with you. The Friends of Krug Park, City of SJ Parks Department, and St. Joseph Public Library are hosting a free movie at the Krug Park amphitheater. We're showing Solo A Star Wars Story (2018), Rated PG-13. 

Friends of SJPL Vintage & Collectible Book Sale. 

The sale is for 3 days only and will be held in the Book Sale Room on the Lower Level of the Downtown Library. 

Friends of SJPL Vintage & Collectible Book Sale. 

The sale is for 3 days only and will be held in the Book Sale Room on the Lower Level of the Downtown Library. 

Who knew you could learn how to help sick friends, fight fires, and even get some baseball tips at the Downtown Library?

Come to the Downtown Library to make a cute Mother's Day craft. This can be a gift for Mom, Grandma, Aunt, or anyone special in your life!

This program is best for children ages 4-10.

Do you have a plethora of plants? Are you looking for something new for your garden, indoor or out? Join us for our first Plant Swap at the East Hills Library. Ms.

If you and your child like a variety of crafts, games and movies, join us every Tuesday at Washington Park library! Children of all ages are welcome to attend Tricky Tuesday. 

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Steel Magnolias (1989) 118 Minutes, PG. 

Featuring fun crafts that maybe wacky for the time of year. Available every Wednesday. While supplies last.

Not recommended for children under 3.

Regular meeting of the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library Board.

Do you want to be able to practice Spanish in a judgment-free setting?