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Listening Session
2025-09-10 13:15:00 2025-09-10 14:15:00 America/Chicago Listening Session We are developing a strategic plan to shape your library services now and in the future. Your opinion and thoughts will be the heart of the plan! Main Branch -

Wednesday, September 10
1:15pm - 2:15pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-10 13:15:00 2025-09-10 14:15:00 America/Chicago Listening Session We are developing a strategic plan to shape your library services now and in the future. Your opinion and thoughts will be the heart of the plan! Main Branch -

We are developing a strategic plan to shape your library services now and in the future. Your opinion and thoughts will be the heart of the plan!

We are developing a strategic plan to shape your library services now and in the future. Your opinion and thoughts will be the heart of the plan!

Please drop in to visit with our team and make your voice heard on your hopes for the library and where you would like to see services.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Meeting |

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Main Branch
library@poplarbluff.org
Phone: 573-686-8639
Hours
Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Aug 31 Closed
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Chess Club
Thu, Aug 28, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Branch
Join us every Thursday at the Main Branch from 4:30-6:30pm for Chess Club! All ages and skill levels welcome. Chess boards will be provided.
Library Closed
Mon, Sep 01, All day
Main Branch
Library Closed
Storytime - Remarkably You
Tue, Sep 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Branch - Theater
Heartfelt and timeless, Remarkably You is an inspirational manifesto about all of the things—little or small, loud or quiet—that make us who we are.
Books & Babies
Tue, Sep 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Poplar Bluff Library - Children's Department
Books & Babies is a gentle, interactive program that includes simple stories, soothing songs, bounces, and rhymes that support early language development and bonding. Designed for babies 0- 18 months.
Peace by Piece Puzzle Club
Tue, Sep 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Branch
Join us for Peace by Piece, a welcoming puzzle club where adults of all abilities can relax, connect, and enjoy the challenge of jigsaw puzzles together!
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Thu, Sep 04, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Chess Club
Thu, Sep 04, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Branch
Join us every Thursday at the Main Branch from 4:30-6:30pm for Chess Club! All ages and skill levels welcome. Chess boards will be provided.
S.T.E.M - Glow in the Dark Geometry
Thu, Sep 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Branch
Participants will create repeating geometric shapes to build large structures. The real fun begins when we turn out the lights and our structures glow! Grades 1-6
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Fri, Sep 05, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Sat, Sep 06, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Sun, Sep 07, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Mon, Sep 08, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Library Board of Trustees
Mon, Sep 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Branch - Wolpers Board Room
The Library Board of Trustees will meet at 5:30 p.m. A call-in option is offered for those who prefer to participate remotely. For more information, please visit poplarbluff.org/board.
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Tue, Sep 09, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Storytime - My Five Senses - FREE VISION SCREENINGS
Tue, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Branch - Theater
How do you learn what the world is like? Through your five senses! Every sound, taste, smell, sight, and touch helps kids to discover something new. Let's use our senses at storytime!
Listening Session
Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
We are developing a strategic plan to shape your library services now and in the future. Your opinion and thoughts will be the heart of the plan!
Books & Babies
Tue, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Poplar Bluff Library - Children's Department
Books & Babies is a gentle, interactive program that includes simple stories, soothing songs, bounces, and rhymes that support early language development and bonding. Designed for babies 0- 18 months.
The Edit Room - Content Creation Crash Course for teens
Tue, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Branch - Wolpers Board Room
Join us for The Edit Room: Content Creation Crash Course. This is a hands-on series for teens interested in vlogging, video podcasting, filmmaking, or video essays.
Peace by Piece Puzzle Club
Tue, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Branch
Join us for Peace by Piece, a welcoming puzzle club where adults of all abilities can relax, connect, and enjoy the challenge of jigsaw puzzles together!
Listening Session
Tue, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Dr. Gus T. Ridgel Branch
We are developing a strategic plan to shape your library services now and in the future. Your opinion and thoughts will be the heart of the plan!
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Wed, Sep 10, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Listening Session
Wed, Sep 10, 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Main Branch
We are developing a strategic plan to shape your library services now and in the future. Your opinion and thoughts will be the heart of the plan!
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Thu, Sep 11, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Chess Club
Thu, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Branch
Join us every Thursday at the Main Branch from 4:30-6:30pm for Chess Club! All ages and skill levels welcome. Chess boards will be provided.
S.T.E.M Club - Data Gem Bracelet
Thu, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Branch - Theater
Ever wanted a fun way to track your goals or build better habits? In this STEM Club session, kids will create their own tool to help!
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Fri, Sep 12, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Sat, Sep 13, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Author Planning Committee Meeting
Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Gus T. Ridgel Branch - Training Lab
Author Planning Committee Meeting
Family Adventure Day - Foam Fiesta
Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Branch
Get ready for a foamy fun time! Bring your kids for a hands-on sensory program with shaving cream! Perfect for little ones to explore textures, create art, and enjoy family time.
Adult Book Club - Off the Books
Sat, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Branch - Wolpers Board Room
Enjoy some sweet treats and discussion over Off the Books.
Teen Hangout Night - 90s Game Night
Sat, Sep 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Branch - Theater
90s Game Night Just for Teens.
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Sun, Sep 14, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Mon, Sep 15, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Tue, Sep 16, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Storytime - The Color Monster
Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Branch - Theater
One day, Color Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place. To help him, a little girl shows him what each feeling means through color.
Books & Babies
Tue, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Poplar Bluff Library - Children's Department
Books & Babies is a gentle, interactive program that includes simple stories, soothing songs, bounces, and rhymes that support early language development and bonding. Designed for babies 0- 18 months.
Peace by Piece Puzzle Club
Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Branch
Join us for Peace by Piece, a welcoming puzzle club where adults of all abilities can relax, connect, and enjoy the challenge of jigsaw puzzles together!
Downtown Strawman Competition Registration
Wed, Sep 17, All day
Main Branch
Register September 4-17 at poplarbluff.org/strawman.
Chess Club
Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Branch
Join us every Thursday at the Main Branch from 4:30-6:30pm for Chess Club! All ages and skill levels welcome. Chess boards will be provided.
S.T.E.M Club - Robot Races
Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Branch - Theater
Children will race Sphere Robots through challenging courses that they build themselves!
Book Buzz - Theme: Judge a Book by Its Cover
Thu, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bread + Butter
Join us for Book Buzz Club where we discuss this month's read - "Judge a Book by Its Cover".
Free Yoga Class - with the TRC Bidewell Fitness Center
Sat, Sep 20, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Main Branch - Theater
The library is excited to partner with the TRC Bidewell Fitness Center to bring free Saturday yoga classes to the community. A limited number of yoga mats are available for use.
Storytime - Only One You
Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Branch - Theater
There's only one you in this great big world. Make it a better place. Adri's mama and papa share some of the wisdom they have gained through the years with their eager son.
Books & Babies
Tue, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Poplar Bluff Library - Children's Department
Books & Babies is a gentle, interactive program that includes simple stories, soothing songs, bounces, and rhymes that support early language development and bonding. Designed for babies 0- 18 months.
The Edit Room - Content Creation Crash Course for teens
Tue, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Branch - Wolpers Board Room
Join us for The Edit Room: Content Creation Crash Course. This is a hands-on series for teens interested in vlogging, video podcasting, filmmaking, or video essays.
Peace by Piece Puzzle Club
Tue, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Branch
Join us for Peace by Piece, a welcoming puzzle club where adults of all abilities can relax, connect, and enjoy the challenge of jigsaw puzzles together!
Chess Club
Thu, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Branch
Join us every Thursday at the Main Branch from 4:30-6:30pm for Chess Club! All ages and skill levels welcome. Chess boards will be provided.
S.T.E.M Club - It's in the Bag Challenge
Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Branch - Theater
Put your problem-solving skills to the test! Receive a mystery bag of supplies and take on a series of fun challenges
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