This month, you'll be able to check out one of downtown's most interesting (and curious!) shops, Christene's Curiosities! Enjoy your wine and conversation whilst browsing through the curated collections of crystals, jewelry, and oddities in stock. Wine Share is a free 21+ networking event. Simply bring some business cards, a bottle of wine or craft […]
Are you a downtown business owner, resident, or just a lover of downtown in general? This is your chance to hear about what's going on in downtown Joplin! Join us for this casual quarterly event to learn about what's happening now and what to expect in the months to come, while checking out one of […]
Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food. This April, join our sponsors and vendors as we celebrate all the ways you can be a […]
Good things come in small packages! This month, learn all about Container Planting! This space-savvy technique offers opportunities for all gardeners. Join us for the resources, tips, and tricks to build your own plant empire (or just a sweet little garden--that's fine, too)! It doesn't matter if you are a new or experienced gardener, we […]
We are turning 6! Come celebrate the Market's Birthday Bash with us! Join us for a day of fun, frivolity, and festivities, including the following: *enter our giveaway for the hoop style greenhouse built by YVC and our own Garden Squad! *sign our birthday card! *come help us sing and cut the gorgeous cake! *more […]
This month, as a special treat, WineShare will be held in downtown's newest, coolest loft living spaces! You've enjoyed Pennington Station, now you'll be able to tour Pennington Lofts above! Enjoy your wine and conversation whilst checking out the amazing apartments and lofts available for prelease! Wine Share is a free 21+ networking event. Simply […]
Joplin Empire Market is excited to announce that May 4, 2024, will be a MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU special event at the market. The first fifty attendees who come dressed in Star Wars-themed costumes will receive a free pothos plant, grown by the Empire’s own master gardeners (no dark side powers used). Younglings […]
Come help us kick off the growing season and celebrate all things spring! Some highlights: *We will be giving away free native tree & bush seedlings from the Missouri Dept of Conservation, including Redbud, Blackberry, Serviceberry, Persimmon, Aromatic Sumac, and many more. First come, first serve! *There's some buzz that we might beeeee getting some […]
Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food. This May, join our sponsors and vendors as we celebrate all things Route 66, including the National […]
This month, learn all about creating your own Butterfly Garden and other ways to attract pollinators. It's really cool--plant beautiful things AND help our civilization continue to eat. Learn about attracting and sustaining a pollinator-friendly space with food and host plants. It doesn't matter if you are a new or experienced gardener, we would love […]
