Date: Friday, March 1
Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Location: East Hills Library
Room:
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Children, Teens, All Ages

Description:

Help us celebrate both "Youth Art Month (TM)" and "National Reading Month" with our Third Annual Mini Canvas Art Contest! The theme is "Reading" and the contest is for grades K-12. The mini canvas artwork will be on display at the East Hills Library throughout the month of March. The public is invited to vote for their favorite piece in each age category, so tell your friends and family! There will also be guest judges who are professional artists. 

Award ceremony will be on April 11th at 6 p.m. (attendance not required).

For more information, please call the East Hills Children's Department at 816-236-1424.

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Date: Tuesday, March 19
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
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Program Type: Community Events
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Governor Michael Parson will be at the Downtown Library to talk about, sell and sign copies of his book "No Turnin' Back G57."  

The book is $30, hardcover and is over 300 pages of text and color photos. Profits of the book support Moving Missouri Forward Foundation.

 

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Date: Tuesday, March 19
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Movies
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is The Searchers (1956) 119 Minutes, PG. 


Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank you to the Sertoma Club of St. Joseph for providing this state-of-the-art technology in the theater!

Bring a drink and we’ll hand out the free, fresh popped popcorn! For questions, visit the East Hills Library or call 236-2136.

Thank you to the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library for underwriting support of this program.

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Date: Wednesday, March 20
Time: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: All Ages

Description:

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

 

Not recommended for children under 3.

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Date: Thursday, March 21
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Miscellaneous, Movies
Ages: All Ages

Description:

St. Joseph Reads is a coalition of organizations and individuals in St. Joseph who are focused on promoting reading in our community.

Join us for an impactful 80 minute documentary, "The Right to Read" that was released in 2023. Afterwards, Mayor John Josendale will read a proclamation that affirms St. Joseph is a community that is focused on reading.

There is no registration for this community event. Contact Mary Beth Revels mrevels@sjpl.lib.mo.us or 816-232-4038 for more information.

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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.


Date: Friday, March 22
Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Ages: Teens

Description:

Are you smarter than a Librarian? We challenge teens, ages 12-17, to see if you can outsmart our librarians in a trivia challenge. Will the librarians or the teens reign?

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Date: Monday, March 25
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Cooking
Ages: Teens

Description:

Taste outside your comfort zone. Each day of Spring break, we will be tasting foods that you have probably never had before. Will you like them? Will you hate them? Come find out!

On this day we will be trying German foods

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

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.


Date: Tuesday, March 26
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Cooking
Ages: Teens

Description:

Taste outside your comfort zone. Each day of Spring break, we will be tasting foods that you have probably never had before. Will you like them? Will you hate them? Come find out!

On this day we will be trying Japanese snacks and candies!

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

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.


Date: Tuesday, March 26
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Movies
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Dumb and Dumber (1994) 107 Minutes, PG-13. 


Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank you to the Sertoma Club of St. Joseph for providing this state-of-the-art technology in the theater!

Bring a drink and we’ll hand out the free, fresh popped popcorn! For questions, visit the East Hills Library or call 236-2136.

Thank you to the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library for underwriting support of this program.

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Date: Wednesday, March 27
Time: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: All Ages

Description:

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

 

Not recommended for children under 3.

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Date: Wednesday, March 27
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Cooking
Ages: Teens

Description:

Taste outside your comfort zone. Each day of Spring break, we will be tasting foods that you have probably never had before. Will you like them? Will you hate them? Come find out!

On this day, we will be trying Indian food!

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

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.


Date: Wednesday, March 27
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Ages: Children, Teens

Description:

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

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Date: Thursday, March 28
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Cooking
Ages: Teens

Description:

Taste outside your comfort zone. Each day of Spring break, we will be tasting foods that you have probably never had before. Will you like them? Will you hate them? Come find out!

On this day, we will be trying Mexican snacks and candy. 

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

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.


Date: Thursday, March 28
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies
Ages: Teens

Description:

Can't get enough Anime? Meet at the library for two hours of socializing and communally enjoying your shared passion of Anime!

We'll do some crafts and have some Asian inspired snacks to munch while we talk all things Anime.

For ages 12-17.

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Date: Thursday, March 28
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Monthly Board meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

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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.


Date: Friday, March 29
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers
Ages: Children, All Ages

Description:

Join us for 'Turtle Time' another great nature program by Ms. Shelly from the Remington Nature Center. This program focuses on the different types of turtles found around the world, the difference between a turtle, terrapin, and tortoise, and their habits, needs, and challenges faced by turtles. Meet live tortoises and interact with them in this hands-on program. Best for ages 7 through adult.

 

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Date: Friday, March 29
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Cooking
Ages: Teens

Description:

Taste outside your comfort zone. Each day of Spring break, we will be tasting foods that you have probably never had before. Will you like them? Will you hate them? Come find out!

On this day, we will be trying Mediterranean food!

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

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.


Date: Tuesday, April 2
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Movies
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is A Haunting in Venice (2023) 104 Minutes, PG-13. 


Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank you to the Sertoma Club of St. Joseph for providing this state-of-the-art technology in the theater!

Bring a drink and we’ll hand out the free, fresh popped popcorn! For questions, visit the East Hills Library or call 236-2136.

Thank you to the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library for underwriting support of this program.

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Date: Wednesday, April 3
Time: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
Room:
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: All Ages

Description:

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

 

Not recommended for children under 3.

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Date: Thursday, April 4
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Ages: Teens

Description:

The Teen Advisory Board is for teens in grades 6th-12th. If you are looking for a great way to earn service hours and get some leadership experience while also helping to shape library services and programs for teens, then the TAB is for you! 

Meetings take place at different branches of the St. Joseph Public Library mostly on Thursdays unless it is stated otherwise. 

We are not accepting new applications at this time, but if you have interest in the Teen Advisory Board call Evelyn Holtzclaw at 816-232-7729 for more information. 

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Date: Saturday, April 6
Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Ages: Children, All Ages

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 of all ages and reading levels.  Drop in anytime during this 90 minute session.

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Date: Tuesday, April 9
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Movies
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Murder By The Book (1971) 76 Minutes, NR. 


Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank you to the Sertoma Club of St. Joseph for providing this state-of-the-art technology in the theater!

Bring a drink and we’ll hand out the free, fresh popped popcorn! For questions, visit the East Hills Library or call 236-2136.

Thank you to the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library for underwriting support of this program.

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Date: Wednesday, April 10
Time: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
Room:
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: All Ages

Description:

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

 

Not recommended for children under 3.

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Date: Thursday, April 11
Time: 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Come check out the great art works from the Mini Canvas Art Contest and see who the winners are! Light refreshments will be provided. Please register so we can ensure we have enough snacks on hand.

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Date: Friday, April 12
Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Hangout with other homeschool families in a casual atmosphere on the second Friday of each month. Some months will feature structured activites, and some will be more laid back. For all ages, no registration required. 

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Date: Saturday, April 13
Time: 10:00am - 11:15am
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Community Events, Lectures/Speakers
Ages: Teens, Adults

Description:

Presenting a seminar on Money Matters 101 – The Basics of Personal Finance. A short presentation will be followed by a panel discussion with finance experts. Topics include understanding and managing credit, getting banked, saving money, and getting tax tips.

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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.


Date: Saturday, April 13
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: All Ages

Description:

We will be celebrating spring by making flower crafts.

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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.


Date: Tuesday, April 16
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Movies
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Memento (2000) 103 Minutes, R. 


Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank you to the Sertoma Club of St. Joseph for providing this state-of-the-art technology in the theater!

Bring a drink and we’ll hand out the free, fresh popped popcorn! For questions, visit the East Hills Library or call 236-2136.

Thank you to the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library for underwriting support of this program.

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Date: Wednesday, April 17
Time: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: All Ages

Description:

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

 

Not recommended for children under 3.

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Date: Wednesday, April 17
Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Come enjoy Pokémon themed crafts and activities! All supplies are provided. Bring your handheld games, cards, and art to share, battle, and trade with other Pokémon fans! All ages welcome. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

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