All SJPL locations are closing by 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26 and will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Visit our Database and eMedia page for streaming and eContent you can enjoy from home!
eContent Changes
SJPL is adding access to CloudLibrary in January 2026. We are losing access to Boundless on December 15 because the company that owns it, Baker & Taylor has gone out of business. We did not renew Blackstone Unlimited because of low usage. CloudLibrary is similar to Libby and will offer both ebooks and streaming audiobooks. […]
Noticias de la Biblioteca
Lee la edición actual de Noticias de la Biblioteca para conocer los programas, noticias, materiales, y recursos que la biblioteca tendrá para ti en los próximos meses. Si quieres recibir la versión digital, haz click aquí e introduce tu nombre y dirección de correo electrónico, y te haremos llegar la información completamente gratis. Read the […]
Program Proposals
Thank you for your interest in presenting a program for the patrons of St. Joseph Public Library (SJPL). We welcome program proposals and recommendations from the public, qualified speakers, and performers. What are SJPL’s programming objectives? A library program is an event that promotes the use of library materials or services and/or offers our community […]
Fall Storytimes
Storytimes begin in September at all locations of the St. Joseph Public Library! Join us as we explore early literacy skills, make new friends, and have lots of fun! Storytimes and early learning programs are offered Monday-Friday. See below to find sessions that work with your schedule! Mondays at 10 a.m. Washington Park Library […]
Blackstone Unlimited Audiobooks
If you are a fan of audiobooks, try our newest app from Blackstone Unlimited. You’ll find audiobooks here with no waiting. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play. You can also sign in and listen from your computer. For questions on getting started email mrevels@sjpl.lib.mo.us.
Take a Virtual Tour of SJPL
Take a tour of the library without leaving the comfort of home! Visit one or all of the St. Joseph Public libraries by clicking the links below. Carnegie Downtown East Hills Washington Park
Educate Station: Free Homeschooling Curriculum
FULL CURRICULUM Weekly / Monthly Learning Plans & Worksheets For Pre-k-5th Grade Free access to all St. Joseph Public Library cardholders • ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS • MATH • SCIENCE • SOCIAL STUDIES • SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL) http://educatestation.com/access/st-joseph-public-library-mo
SJPL Response to Proposed New State Rule
The office of Missouri’s secretary of state wants public libraries to act in the best interest of children. We have long done that at the St. Joseph Public Library and know that it is a priority and practice of public libraries throughout the state. The secretary of state’s office wants parental oversight. So does the […]
HelpNow Homework Help and Tutoring Service
HelpNow is an online tutoring and homework help service designed for a wide range of academic needs – whether it’s tackling a tough homework problem, mastering a particular topic, or writing a paper. From elementary school to adult learners, HelpNow can help! Visit our Databases and eMedia page and look under Homework Help & Test […]