The Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library have created an online option for book and DVD buyers. The Friends Online Bookstore offers books and movies for children, teens and adults. Gently used items are separated into easy to browse categories. Simply add items to your shopping cart and pay online with a debit or […]

Fold3 Library Edition
Fold3 provides convenient access to U.S. military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served. Original records at Fold3 help you discover and share stories about these everyday heroes, forgotten soldiers, and the families that supported them. To access outside of the library Click or Tap here and […]

Grab Bag Book Sale
Friends of the Library Grab Bag Book Sale East Hills Library Patio Saturday, November 7 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Stock up on your winter reading and support the Friends of the Library. Purchase bags of books for $5 each. No peeking! Each bag is stapled shut and labeled with a genre. Children’s books will also […]

Sign up for the Library Newsletter
Sign up for the library’s newsletter, ShelfLife, to be the first to learn about exciting programs, news and updates– delivered to your inbox or home free of charge. Each newsletter contains information about upcoming programs, as well as library services, eContent, current library hours, and more. Email mrevels@sjpl.lib.mo.us or call 816-232-4038 to sign up today. […]

Library Card Applications
Need a library card? You can now apply online! Simply click here or select the Library Services tab to find online library applications.

City of St. Joseph Budget & CIP Plan
Tap or click on City Budget to see a draft plan of the St. Joseph City Budget and CIP Plan.

Use the Library from Home!
Audiobooks, ebooks, magazines and more! Check out our selection of online materials from Axis 360, Missouri Libraries to Go, and RBDigital! And don’t forget to check out our Reference Page for digital access to more of our resources!

Library Branches Reopen for Patron Visits
February 21, 2021: St. Joseph Public Library Open for Patron Visits We are happy to announce that St. Joseph Public Library branches are open for in-person library services. The East Hills Library is open Monday – Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Downtown […]

Truman/ Gateway Club
Here’s how to become a member: Read a Truman or Gateway nominee from any of the SJPL branches Fill out this form with your information and select the book(s) you’ve finished. Each time you’ve read a new Truman or Gateway title, fill out the form again. We’ll keep track and contact you when you’ve earned a prize. […]

Niche Academy
Niche Academy provides quick and easy tutorials for the electronic resources available on the library website. As these resources update, Niche Academy updates the tutorials too. Want to become more confident with Ancestry.com or checking out e-books? Try Niche Academy first!