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Date: Sunday, September 29
Time: 12:00am - 12:00am
Location: Downtown Library
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Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Diversity
Ages: Children

Description:

Children 4-12 years of age are invited to visit the Downtown Library anytime during open hours between September 29 and October 19 to pick up a skeleton to decorate. The deadline to return your finished product is no later than 5 p.m. Saturday, October 19. The parade of skeletons will adorn the Downtown Library lobby for judging for two weeks. Winners in two age groups 4-8 and 9-12, will be announced and given prizes at the Awards Ceremony on November 2nd at 1 p.m. There will be a prize for Patron Favorite, so be sure to tell everyone to come see your work of art! 

Invitamos a niños de 4-12 años a visitar la Biblioteca Downtown en nuestras horas regulares desde el 29 de Septiembre hasta el 19 de Octubre, para recoger un esqueleto para decorar en casa. La fecha de cierre para entregar el esqueleto terminado es el Sábado 19 de Octubre a las 5 p.m. Los esqueletos adornarán el lobby de la Biblioteca Downtown por dos semanas mientras se realiza la votación. El día 2 de Noviembre a la 1 p.m. se anunciarán ganadores para los grupos de 4-8 años y 9-12 años en la Ceremonia de Premiación. Habrá premios para el Favorito del Público, ¡así que asegúrate de decirle a todos que vengan a ver tu obra de arte!

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Date: Tuesday, October 15
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Games/Gaming
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Join us as we try out our new yard games in the park. Yard games are available for checkout for use on library grounds only.

The games were purchased with funds from the Urban Homestead grant.

***Weather permitting***

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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, October 15
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Ages: Teens

Description:

Can you stay quiet during this Silent Library competition? Think you can hold in your laughs during a pool noodle fight? Okay, what about during a game of balloon breaker? Beat other teams in these challenges plus more to see who is the best at the "quiet game".

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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.


Date: Tuesday, October 15
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 House of Wax (1953) 88 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, October 16
Time: 10:00am - 10:30am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K

Description:

Bring your wiggly toddlers to a storytime designed just for them!
Children, ages 18 months-3 years, and their caring adults, can participate in early literacy enhancing activities including books, songs, movement activities, finger plays and flannel stories.

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Date: Wednesday, October 16
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, October 16
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K

Description:

Walk, crawl or run for storytime at the Carnegie Library during our fall storytime session. Each session will end with a craft.

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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: Wednesday, October 16
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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Date: Thursday, October 17
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Adults

Description:

This is a Second Series of the very popular Creative Aging Drawing Observationally class. For adults ages 55+, registration required. Please sign up on the first class on October 3rd

Learn how to see the world around you through an “artist's eye.” Join Annie Corrington, owner of Art Attack Studio, to learn and improve drawing skills over the course of 8 weeks. Each week we will build upon previously taught skills and explore a variety of media. There will be a final gallery exhibition of the work created. Open to any skill level. Materials and instruction will be provided. This class is intended for adults age 55 and over, registration required.

Advancing Creative Aging Through State Library Leadership Initiative is a joint initiative of Califa Group, Wyoming State Library, Missouri State Library, and Lifetime Arts. It was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Grant.

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Date: Thursday, October 17
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Program Type: Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K

Description:

Come to the Downtown Library and for a fun filled session of reading and crafts with Lisa and Robyn! Make new friends and learn some new skills. We can't wait to see you there!

Program is best for children 0-5. 

 

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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: Thursday, October 17
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Ages: Adults

Description:

Fall in love with painting at Washington Park Library. We will be following a beginners tutorial to create our own fall tree painting. This program is intended for adults 18+.  Supplies will be provided. Please register in advance. 

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


Date: Thursday, October 17
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
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Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors, Community Events, Miscellaneous
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Friends members ONLY Preview Sale.  Memberships can be paid at the door. The Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library Fall Book Sale will take place in the lower level of the DOWNTOWN LIBRARY. Over 10,000 books, DVDs, and CDs for all ages. Hardback books are $2, and Paperback books, DVDs, and CDs are $1. Puzzles are $4. Cash, checks, and credit accepted.
SALE HOURS:
October 17 - 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Friends Members Only Preview Sale.
October 17 - 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
October 18 - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
October 19 - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
October 20 - 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (1/2 Price Day)
October 21 - 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. ($5 Bag and $10 Box Sale)

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Date: Thursday, October 17
Time: 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
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Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors, Community Events, Miscellaneous
Ages: All Ages

Description:

The Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library Fall Book Sale will take place in the lower level of the DOWNTOWN LIBRARY. Over 10,000 books, DVDs, and CDs for all ages. Hardback books are $2, and Paperback books, DVDs, and CDs are $1. Puzzles are $4. Cash, checks, and credit accepted.
SALE HOURS:

October 17 - 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Friends Members Only Preview Sale.
October 17 - 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
October 18 - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
October 19 - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
October 20 - 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (1/2 Price Day)
October 21 - 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. ($5 Bag and $10 Box Sale)

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Date: Thursday, October 17
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Ages: Children

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.

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Date: Thursday, October 17
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Local History/Genealogy, Miscellaneous
Ages: Adults

Description:

This month is a special trick, I mean treat, as we hear a tale of terror ripped from the annals of St. Joe's own murderous history.

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. 

 

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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: Thursday, October 17
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Community Events, Lectures/Speakers
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Join us for the final segment of our dyslexia awareness series where we learn how we can support children with dyslexia presented by Jamie Davis, Certified Academic Language Therapist and National Board Certified Teacher in the area of literacy.

For adults.

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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: Friday, October 18
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
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Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors, Community Events, Miscellaneous
Ages: All Ages

Description:

The Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library Fall Book Sale will take place in the lower level of the DOWNTOWN LIBRARY. Over 10,000 books, DVDs, and CDs for all ages. Hardback books are $2, and Paperback books, DVDs, and CDs are $1. Puzzles are $4. Cash, checks, and credit accepted.
SALE HOURS:

October 17 - 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Friends Members Only Preview Sale.
October 17 - 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
October 18 - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
October 19 - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
October 20 - 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (1/2 Price Day)
October 21 - 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. ($5 Bag and $10 Box Sale)

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Date: Friday, October 18
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Ages: Baby - Pre-K

Description:

Play is learning! Join us on Friday mornings for a special playtime just for babies (0-18 months) and their caregivers.* Make connections and share experiences with other caregivers in a laid-back atmosphere, while your babies play.

*Older siblings welcome to attend, but toys and activities will be appropriate for 0-18 months. No additional toys will be available in the space.

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