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Spanish Club for Adults

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Do you want to be able to practice Spanish in a judgment-free setting? This will be an immersive language club for adults, perfect for people who know some Spanish, but are afraid ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Monthly Board meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

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

Monthly Board 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

¡Lotería en la Biblioteca!

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
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 qu...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tea Time with Jenny

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Bring your own craft (crochet, cross-stitch, knitting, etc) to work on while sipping tea.

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

Bring your own craft (crochet, cross-stitch, knitting, etc) to work on while sipping tea.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ancient Astronomy Explained: The Three Paths & Heliacal Risings

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

This presentation discusses what is probably the most ancient knowledge of the Mesopotamians: How they divided the eastern horizon into the paths of Enlil, Anu, and Ea, and how the...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

This presentation discusses what is probably the most ancient knowledge of the Mesopotamians: How they divided the eastern horizon into the paths of Enlil, Anu, and Ea, and how they kept track of the stars that rose in the east.

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.

Memorial Day

All Day
Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library, Cross-Branch, Virtual Branch, Off Site

All locations of the St. Joseph Public Library will be closed for Memorial Day. Please visit our website at sjpl.lib.mo.us to access our online content. 

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 Memorial Day. Please visit our website at sjpl.lib.mo.us to access our online content. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

Come to Washington Park Library to watch the newest film about the charismatic chocolatier trying to change the world with one delectable bite at a time, starring Timothee Cha...

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

Come to Washington Park Library to watch the newest film about the charismatic chocolatier trying to change the world with one delectable bite at a time, starring Timothee Chalamet.

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 "All Ages" group.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023) 142 Minutes, PG-13.  Hard...

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 Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023) 142 Minutes, PG-13. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Wacky Wednesday Take and Make Crafts

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Featuring fun crafts that maybe wacky for the time of year. Available every Wednesday. While supplies last.   Not recommended for children under 3.

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

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

 

Not recommended for children under 3.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Kids' Trivia Night

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Program Description:

Test your knowledge and answer questions form an array of categories to figure out who is the smartest kid in the library.

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:

Test your knowledge and answer questions form an array of categories to figure out who is the smartest kid in the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
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. May's book will be Peril in Pink...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.

May's book will be Peril in Pink by Sydney Leigh. The author will be joining us.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

A+ Readers Training

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

Training for our new program for teen volunteers: A+ Readers Attention all High School students that need A+ tutoring/mentoring hours that love books and reading! The St. Joseph...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Program Description:

Training for our new program for teen volunteers: A+ Readers

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Casual Commander Club

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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! The Comm...

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 "All Ages" group.

Adventure Begins at Your Library Summer Reading Kickoff Party!

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Games/Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Begin your summer adventures with us at the Carnegie Library for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party!  There will be carnival games, a petting zoo and free snow cones*! Pre-re...

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Events, Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Begin your summer adventures with us at the Carnegie Library for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party!  There will be carnival games, a petting zoo and free snow cones*!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Book Buddies Reading Dogs

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
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 environ...

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 event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Community Storytime-Baseball Player

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Description:

Who knew you could learn how to help sick friends, fight fires, and even get some baseball tips at the Downtown Library? Well now you can join us for the opportunity to get to k...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

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

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 "Adults" group.

Armchair Travel Series

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Go on a Scenic Cruise from our theater seats each first Monday of the summer months! We'll watch an episode of "Scenic Cruises of the World' and taste test some food from the place...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Program Description:

Go on a Scenic Cruise from our theater seats each first Monday of the summer months! We'll watch an episode of "Scenic Cruises of the World' and taste test some food from the places we 'traveled' on our armchair adventure.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Fun Science Experiments

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

Are you curious about science? Join us for exciting marshmallow science activities! We will use our five senses to explore and build with marshmallows too!   Program is ...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

Are you curious about science? Join us for exciting marshmallow science activities! We will use our five senses to explore and build with marshmallows too!

 

Program is best for children ages 4-10.  

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner's Spanish for Adults

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

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, sign-up is for all...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Program Description:

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, sign-up is for all four weeks. Reserve your spot today!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Un-Bored Game Night

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

Teens! Don't be bored, come play board games! We'll have a variety of board and card games to choose from so you can have an un-bored game night.  Our featured game in June...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Teens! Don't be bored, come play board games! We'll have a variety of board and card games to choose from so you can have an un-bored game night. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Reading Performer: Animal Ambassadors with Exotics R Us

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Performances
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Program Description:

Meet the Animal Ambassadors from Exotics R Us, an educational outreach program that supports wildlife conservation and specializes in bringing education of the wild to you and...

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

Meet the Animal Ambassadors from Exotics R Us, an educational outreach program that supports wildlife conservation and specializes in bringing education of the wild to you and yours. 

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 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Reading Performer: Animal Ambassadors with Exotics R Us

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Performances
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Program Description:

Meet the Animal Ambassadors from Exotics R Us, an educational outreach program that supports wildlife conservation and specializes in bringing education of the wild to you and...

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Community Events, Performances
Program Description:

Meet the Animal Ambassadors from Exotics R Us, an educational outreach program that supports wildlife conservation and specializes in bringing education of the wild to you and yours. 

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 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 "Children" group.

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

This week will be a take and make craft! Come into Washington Park and pick up a Sand Art kit to take home and enjoy!

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

This week will be a take and make craft! Come into Washington Park and pick up a Sand Art kit to take home and enjoy!

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 "All Ages" group.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Argylle (2024) 135 Minutes, PG-13.  Hard of hearing? We have t-coil lo...

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 Argylle (2024) 135 Minutes, PG-13.