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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+ ...

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 ...

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. May's selection is All That is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay. ...

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 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.  ...

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 Wonka (2023) 112 Minutes, PG.  Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank you to th...

Wacky Wednesday Take and Make Crafts

10:00am - 6:00pm
Carnegie Library
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. ...

Trained by Teens - Nintendo Game Edition

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:
Do you want to learn the nuts and bolts of Super Smash Bros? Well, who better to teach you than one of your peers? Our Teen Advisory Board members will be leading the program, so come have fun learning a new game. ...

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.

Spanish Club for Adults

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library
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 will be an immersive language club for adults, perfect for people who know some Spanish, but are afraid that the old adage of "If you don't use it, you lose it" will come tru...

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Library
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.

¡Lotería en la Biblioteca!

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Library
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! Join us for a fun night at the D...

Tea Time with Jenny

10:30am - 11:30am
Carnegie Library
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. ...

Ancient Astronomy Explained: The Three Paths & Heliacal Risings

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Downtown Library
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
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 Memorial Day. Please visit our website at sjpl.lib.mo.us to access our online content.  ...

Tricky Tuesday!

4:00pm - 5:45pm
Washington Park Library
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. Rated PG with an approximate running time of 112 minutes. ...

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 Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023) 142 Minutes, PG-13.  Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theate...

Wacky Wednesday Take and Make Crafts

10:00am - 6:00pm
Carnegie Library
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. ...

Kids Trivia Night

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Registration 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. ...

Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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. May's book will be Peril in Pink by Sydney Leigh. The author will be joining us. All 4 branches hav...

A+ Readers Training

2:00pm - 3:00pm
East Hills Library
Registration
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
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 Public Library is initiating a new volunteering program. We will pair...

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! The Commander format is all about picking your hero and building a deck around...

Adventure Begins at Your Library Summer Reading Kickoff Party!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Carnegie Library
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*! Pre-registration for the summer reading program begins May 14th. To pre...

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...

Armchair Travel Series

1:00pm - 2:30pm
East Hills Library
Registration
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration 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. For Adults, please register...

Fun Science Experiments

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Registration 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.