Joplin Public Library

Yes, the Library has several copies. Please visit https://catalog.joplinpubliclibrary.org/polaris/search/title.aspx?ctx=3.1033.0.0.2&pos=2 to see the full listing. If you need further help, give us a call at 417-623-7953.

Yes. 1pm to 5 pm.

Greetings! Thank you for your question. People of any age can get a library card! However, if you are under 18, a parent or guardian must sign for you as the responsible party. For more information, please feel free to call our Circulation Desk at 417-623-7953, x. 1011.

Hi Natalie, Thanks for your interest in the Library! We prefer volunteers to be at least 16 years old, but depending on the tasks assigned an exception might be made. It's best to reach out directly to Library staff about your interest. I'd recommend contacting Beth Snow, our teen services librarian, so she could direct you to the appropriate staff member. The Library phone number is 417-623-7953. Thanks!

Hello Madora, yes Melody is correct, any open positions are listed on our website here: https://www.joplinpubliclibrary.org/careers/ . The only current position open is for a part-time (Summer) position in our Teen Department. Please read the eligibility guidelines and application procedure there on our website. Thanks!

Hello, you may renew your books using our online catalog, log in here: https://catalog.joplinpubliclibrary.org/polaris/logon.aspx?header=1 OR if you would prefer, you may call our front desk at 417-623-7953 Thank you for using the Joplin Public Library! Have a great day.

The charge is 25 cents a page for color photocopies.

The WiFi is actually free to everyone, even if you do not have a library card! In fact, there is free WiFi that extends beyond the building 24/7. However, you must have a library card to check out the mobile hotspots.

Hello Amy! Yes, there are mulitple coin operated copy machines here in the East part of the library. Turn left after you come into the building. 10 cents a page is correct, thank you Stephen.

You can print, scan and/or copy your resume at the Library. The cost is 10 cents per page for copying or printing. Computer Lab staff will be happy to help you. We are open until 6 pm today (Friday) and tomorrow (Saturday) 9 am - 6 pm. Thanks!

Yes

Call or go online using your card.

We made the decision to open this morning. If the weather worsens as the day goes on, we will consider an early closing.

Closing at 6pm New Years Eve Day.

Yes.

From library website: Residents of the City of Joplin are entitled to a free library card. The applicant must supply proof of current address. Acceptable as proof of address are: utility bill or computer generated mail with name and address dated within the last 30 days, or current insurance card dated within the last 30 days. Not acceptable as proof are: printed check, personal mail, Library cards, rent receipts or lease agreements, voter registration card or driver’s license (unless dated within the last 30 days), and business cards. Someone who owns property inside the city limits is also entitled to a free card, regardless of the place of residence. A property owner must provide the current property tax receipt and proof of address as listed above. A JPL library card is not to be used by anyone other than the individual to whom it is issued. If it is lost or stolen, this must be reported to the Library immediately as the card holder is responsible for all items checked out on th

At least 16 years old.

It begins August 1st. It is not on the website because we are right in the middle of transitioning to a new website.

There are several Japanese audiobooks - if you count those designed to teach you to speak Japanese. I found that answer by consulting the online library catalog.

If it's an email, you would just log into your email on a computer here and then print it off. We cannot print directly from phones. If you don't have a library card, you can use the computers for 15 minutes per day for free, $1 for 45 minutes, and $2 for 1.5 hours. Card holders in good standing can use computers for up to 1.5 hours per day. You can call the Computer Lab 417-623-7953 for further info.

A few folks have hooked up their gaming system in a study room (non-reservable) if a room is open that has a TV monitor.

Prints are $.10 for B/W and $.25 for color. With a library card in good standing, you can use a computer for 1.5 hours per day. If you have no card, you can use one 15 minutes for free, 45 min for $1, or 1.5 hours for $2. If you live within the city limits of Joplin (as defined by the City) there is no additional charge to get a library card -- your property taxes pay for your card.