Date: Friday, August 22
Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Teens, Adults

Description:

Sparkle & Sip: Diamond Painting for Adults

Relax, create, and let your creativity shine at Sparkle & Sip! Enjoy a laid-back crafting session while working on dazzling diamond paintings, all with a warm cup of coffee or tea in hand.

  • No experience needed
  • All materials provided
  • Light refreshments served

Space is limited - Register Below!

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


Date: Sunday, August 24
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Games/Gaming, Hobbies
Ages: Adults, All Ages

Description:

Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? We do too! But what do you do with the ones you have completed? Now's your chance to swap some you have done with some new to you puzzles at this puzzle swap! Just bring a puzzle (or two, or three) and we'll swap with each other. For all ages, no registration required. 

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Date: Tuesday, August 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 Stop Making Sense (2023) 90 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: Thursday, August 28
Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Teens, Adults

Description:


Bring a craft or try something new while you sip tea, chat, and get creative. Supplies and snacks provided.

Register below!

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Date: Thursday, August 28
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Regular monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

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


Date: Thursday, September 4
Time: 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Ages: Teens

Description:

Only for members of the St. Joseph Public Library Board.

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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: Saturday, September 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: Saturday, September 6
Time: 8:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Carnegie Library
Room:
Program Type: Community Events, Movies
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Join us for an outdoor movie night sponsored by the Library Foundation. The outdoor theater equipment was purchased with funds from the Urban Homestead grant.

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Disclaimer(s):
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, September 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 Snow White (2025) 1 hour 49 minutes, G. 

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: Thursday, September 11
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Teens, Adults

Description:

Ready to stitch, slay, and create? Join us for Slay Crochet, a teen and adult crochet club at Washington Park Library! 

We’ll provide all the materials and teach you the basics and more, so you'll leave with some new skills!  Come stitch, chill, and slay with us!  

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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, September 12
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room:
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Ages: All Ages

Description:

¡Acompáñanos en una noche de diversión jugando Lotería en la Biblioteca Downtown! Gana premios, disfruta de aperitivos, y diviértete por la noche en este evento en la biblioteca que tendrá a todos gritando ¡Buenas!

Join us for a fun night at the Downtown Library playing Lotería (Mexican Bingo)! You don't have to speak Spanish to win prizes, enjoy snacks, and have a fun night at the library during this program that's sure to have everyone shouting  ¡Buenas!

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Date: Saturday, September 13
Time: 8:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Carnegie Library
Room:
Program Type: Community Events, Movies
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Join us for an outdoor movie night sponsored by the Library Foundation. The outdoor theater equipment was purchased with funds from the Urban Homestead grant.

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Disclaimer(s):
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: Sunday, September 14
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room:
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Ages: Teens

Description:

Teens, check the library out after hours! We will watch shows, create crafts, play games, or just hang out. 

For ages 12-17, registration required.

If you have not already filled one out, please print the Teen After Hours Permission form (link below map/address) and have it filled out before attending. Parent and teen signature is required. 

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Date: Tuesday, September 16
Time: 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Ages: Teens

Description:

Only for members of the St. Joseph Public Library Teen Advisory Board

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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.

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


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