Cool off with the staff from the St. Joseph Public Library for an end of Summer Reading Ice Skating Party at Bode Ice Arena.  Admission is free!  The fun is priceless!  All children must be accompanied by an adult. Safe and courteous behaviors are required to participate.  Food and drinks for sale at the Bode concession stand. 

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.

THIS IS NOT A DRILL: It's National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day. Can you think of a more perfect dessert that the ooey gooey deliciousness of a freshly baked cookie? Well, I sure can't! 

Join us to make our own delicious chocolate chip cookie. 

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Singin’ in the Rain (1952) 103 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.

Join us for a magical afternoon of miniature crafting! Create your very own fairy garden teteacup using moss, stones, and tiny decorations. No experience needed - all materials provided. For Teens and Adults.

Taste outside your time zone! Learn a little about the culture of Korean Cuisine and enjoy some foods enjoyed in the country.

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Viva Las Vegas (1964) 85 Minutes, Not Rated. 

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.

Taste outside your time zone! Learn a little about the culture of French Cuisine and enjoy some foods enjoyed in the country.

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

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

Registration Required - Sign up below!

Taste outside your time zone! Learn a little about the culture of Belgian Cuisine and enjoy some foods enjoyed in the country.

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is They Live (1988) 93 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.

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!

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. 

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.

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

Register below!

Regular monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.