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Closed-Staff Training

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library, Cross-Branch, Virtual Branch, Off Site
Description:
All locations of the St. Joseph Public Library will be closed for Staff Training. Please visit our website at sjpl.lib.mo.us to access our online content.  ...

Tricky Tuesday!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
If you and your child enjoy crafts, games, movies and a variety of fun activities, get to Washington Park Library for Tricky Tuesday!  ...

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.

Final Girl Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.  This program is open...

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.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:
Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING.  Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank y...

Friends of the Library Board Meeting

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:
Regular meeting of the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library 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.

Afternoon Tea Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Offsite Event
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. November's book is Wartime Book Club by Kate Thompson. Availability will be updated...

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+ ...

EH Friends Book Club

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 Friends EH Book Club. We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. November's selection is  ...

Tricky Tuesday!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
If you and your child enjoy crafts, games, movies and a variety of fun activities, get to Washington Park Library for Tricky Tuesday!  ...

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.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:
Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING.  Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank y...

Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Branch
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. November's book will be How to Book a Murder by Cynthia Kuhn. The author will be joining us. Print ...

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. ...

True Crime Time

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Local History/Genealogy, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
Join us each month to learn about interesting, mysterious and terrible crimes. Descriptions and images used in this series are not suitable for children or the squeamish.    ...

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.

Friends Book Club Downtown

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board 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 Chelsea for more information at ...

Tricky Tuesday!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
If you and your child enjoy crafts, games, movies and a variety of fun activities, get to Washington Park Library for Tricky Tuesday!  ...

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.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:
Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING.  Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank y...

Closed - Thanksgiving

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library, Cross-Branch, Virtual Branch, Off Site
Description:
All locations of the St. Joseph Public Library will be closed for Thanksgiving. Please visit our website at sjpl.lib.mo.us to access our online content.  ...

Tricky Tuesday!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
If you and your child enjoy crafts, games, movies and a variety of fun activities, get to Washington Park Library for Tricky Tuesday!  ...

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.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:
Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING.  Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank y...

Washington Park Library Book Club: BYOBook Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:
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 che...

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.

Book Buddies Reading Dogs

10:30am - 12:00pm
East Hills Library
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. This program utilizes therapy dogs as the listeners for children...

Tricky Tuesday!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
If you and your child enjoy crafts, games, movies and a variety of fun activities, get to Washington Park Library for Tricky Tuesday!  ...

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.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:
Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING.  Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank y...

Coffee and Crafts

10:30am - 11:30am
Carnegie Library
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:
In December we will do 2 crafts. Paint a Christmas tree ornament and make snowflakes.   While supplies last.     ...

Disclaimer(s)

This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.