JOMO Jive - Friday, Feb 14, 2025

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Good Morning, Joplin. There’s no better day than today. Go shoot your shot.

In today’s JOMO Jive:

• Valentine’s Events

• Influx of Dogs at Shelters

• Joplin Empire Market: Paris Week

Let’s get to it.

— Matt Thompson

P.S. If you find something useful in today’s Jive, please share it with someone who runs or walks every morning. Even in the snow.

THE DIGEST

Influx of Dogs at Shelters

As the cold sets in, local animal shelters are experiencing an influx of furry friends seeking warmth. On a normal day, the Joplin Humane Society may see 3-4 large dogs come in per day. When it’s this cold, they can get up to 10. While they do everything they can to make room in their already-full shelter, they strongly encourage local residents to consider adoption. Check out their website and learn about adoption.

Here are some things you can do to help protect your own pets during the extreme cold:

• Make sure pets have the right foot protection. We found these dog shoes have the highest rating on Amazon (affiliate link).

• Keep your pets inside as much as possible. Keep potty breaks less than 15-20 minutes.

• Bundle up and wipe down. Exposed skin on noses, ears and paw pads are at risk for frostbite and hypothermia.

Joplin Empire Marked: Paris Week

931 E 4th Street, Joplin, MO 64801 | Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

On the itinerary is the La Creperie de Marche, where the Neal family will once again be making sweet and savory crepes for your enjoyment. This is also one of their biggest fundraisers of the year. Features include macarons from Marvelous Macarons, a variety of French-inspired goodies from Starry Eyed Girl, croissants from Farmhouse Bakery Joplin, and Parisian-inspired offerings (including French onion soup) from Purple Chin Condiment Co.

Great News for Joplin Commuters: Roads Reopening

St. Louis Avenue near 9th Street has officially opened after stormwater work. Now work is progressing East, closing south Connecticut Ave from east Campbell Parkway to east 8th Street. Joplin says detours will direct drivers to St. Louis Avenue.

The new roundabout at Zora and Dusquesne has been unveiled to improve traffic flow. If you travel this route often, you know this was desperately needed. Large trucks can access the Enterprise Business Park easier, and you won’t have to wait a full 3 minutes to get through the intersection because of the stop signs.

4-State Region Wedding EXPO

Downstream Pavilion | Sunday 2/16 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Lovebirds of Joplin, mark your calendars! The Downstream Pavilion will host the Metropolitan Weddings EXPO. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet local vendors and gather inspiration for your big day. Advance tickets are $7 or $10 at the door. Click here for more details. Register now to get entered into a $1,000 gift certificate giveaway to The Dress Bridal!

Theatre Talk

Saint Louis Dance Theatre

In a special performance for the Joplin community, Saint Louis Dance Theatre presents a collection of stunning works by cherished artists of varied generations. Highlighted audience favorites include the alluring solo The Calling, Notes on a Farewell, and PlayFolk.
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Dream Theatre Troupe - Open Auditions

Are you an actor in the making? Auditions for “Reefer Madness” are set for February 15th and 16th at 7:00 PM at 124 S Main St, Joplin, MO 64801. Dream Theatre Troupe is looking for enthusiastic performers who can bring this outrageous story to life with energy and humor! Performances will be on April 10th, 11th and 12th. Event details here.

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Valentine’s Events 😻 

❤️ Valentine’s Day Soiree at the Emerald Event Center
Friday | 6:00 PM

❤️ Sweetheart Swing at Joplin Avenue Coffee Company
Saturday | 7:00 PM

❤️ A Baroque Valentine at The Short Rest
Sunday | 6:00 PM

❤️ Axe Throwing & Dinner for 2 at Anvil Axe Co
Saturday | 5:00 PM, Sunday | 3:00 PM

Special Weekend Events

Friday

Beefy Stool Comedy at Bites and Pipes Hookah Lounge | 8:30 PM

Saturday

Yoga Class at Joplin Public Library | 9:30 AM

Paint & Sip at Vino Noir | 3:00 PM

Trivia Night at Joplin Greenhouse | 5:30 PM

MOVE. Presents: Puff, Puff, Laugh at JB’s | 8:00 PM

Yoga & Wine with Brandy at Vino Noir | 6:00 PM

Sunday

Comedy Open Mic Night at Blackthorn | 8:30 PM

Family Weekend Events

Pizza My Heart at Spiva Center for the Arts
Friday @ 6:00 PM

Pet Pet Paint at Nine Lives Cat Rescue & Adoption Center
Sunday @ 1:00 PM

Live Music Lowdown

Friday

Barak Hill at Beard Engine Brewing Co | 6:30 PM

Low Compatibility at Roscoe’s | 8:00 PM

Members Only at Downstream | 7:00 PM

Funkin’ Gonuts at Indigo Sky | 8:30 PM

Jerry Pringle at Kansas Crossing | 8:00 PM

Saturday

Brad Hemphill at Vino Noir | 7:00 PM

Zane Grimes Band at Redings Mill Inn Bar & Grill | 7:00 PM

Bo Ellis at Chaos Brewing Co | 8:00 PM

Randall Shreve at Blackthorn Pub | 10:00 PM

Big Smitty at Downstream | 8:30 PM

Diversity at Indigo Sky | 8:30 PM

Trett Charles at Kansas Crossing | 8:00 PM

Left of Center at Buffalo Run | 8:30 PM

Sunday

Holly Crays at HoneyPops | 11:00 AM

Low Compatibility at Redings Mill Inn Bar & Grill | 4:30 PM

WEATHER

Friday: 🌡️ 20 | 48 ☁️ 

Saturday: 🌡️ 26 | 50 🌧️ 60%

Sunday: 🌡️ 17 | 29 ⛅️

MSSU SPORTS

Recap:

🏀 Men’s Basketball won 69-67 against Northwest Missouri State University on 2/13

🏀 Women’s Basketball lost 54-62 against Northwest Missouri State University on 2/13

Upcoming:

🏀 Men’s Basketball (11-12)
Saturday, Feb 15th at Missouri Western State University @ 3:30 PM
Watch or Listen

🏀 Women’s Basketball (16-10)
Saturday, Feb 15th at Missouri Western State University @ 1:30 PM
Watch or Listen

⚾️ Baseball (5-1) - Missouri Southern Lion Classic
Friday, Feb 14th vs Truman State University @ 11:00 AM
Friday, Feb 14th vs Minnesota State University, Mankato @ 5:00 PM

🥎 Softball (6-5) - Raising Cane’s Festival
Friday, Feb 14th vs Arkansas Tech University @ 10:30 AM
Friday, Feb 14th vs Southwestern Oklahoma State University @ 12:45 PM
Saturday, Feb 15th vs Southeastern Oklahoma State University @ 10:30 AM
Saturday, Feb 15th vs Southern Arkansas University @ 12:45 PM
Sunday, Feb 16th vs Southern Nazarene University @ 3:00 PM

🏃‍♂️ Men’s & Women’s Track
Saturday, Feb 14th at Pitt State - Russ Jewett Gorilla Classic