This session will equip parents and guardians with essential knowledge and practical strategies to ensure their children's safety in the digital world. Attendees will learn about common online risks, how to identify and prevent cyberbullying, responsible social media use, and tools for monitoring online activity. 

Mr. Gorman brings 27 years of experience in cybersecurity, instructing for Colleges and Universities, working for several private security firms, and for several federal government agencies, in online safety education to provide actionable insights.

For adults, registration required

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Trading Places (1983) 1 hour 58 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.

Are you learning English and need a place to practice? Would you like to help others improve their English? Join the conversation every Tuesday to practice or to share your English skills with friends. 

Mac & Cheese. This comfort dish that has been simplified to the point that it is boxed and easy enough for kids to cook is also easy to make from scratch. Not only that, it's easy to modify with flavors and cooking techniques to make it personalized to your tastes. Join us as we show you two of our favorite methods and talk about many others. Bring your appetite!

Join the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library at the Joyce Raye Patterson Center on December 4 and 5 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for our Large Print and Audiobook Sale! Browse a wide selection of mystery, romance, western, historical fiction, thriller, inspirational romance and more in both large print and audiobook formats and the best part? Every book is a $1! Accepts cash, check, or credit card. Parking available. 

Sale hours:

Thursday, December 4 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

and

Friday, December 5 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

Joyce Raye Patterson Center

100 S. 10th Street 

(across from the Downtown Library)

For questions, contact the St. Joseph Public Library Outreach Department at 816-236-2107 or jpoet@sjpl.lib.mo.us.