1. Celebrate Hobbit Day — so named in honor of Bilbo Baggins’ and Frodo Baggins’ birthday — from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday at the Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Complete a scavenger hunt based on Bilbo’s riddles, create a flower crown in the makerspace, make your own hobbit feet and more. While you’re at the library, be sure to check out hobbit-related resources, books and movies. Admission is free and open to the public. Details: 417-623-7953.
2. Get ready for Part 2 of Hobbit Day, to be celebrated from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Joplin Empire Market, 931 E. Fourth St. See a future community garden “Hobbit House” rendering unveiled, take part in a story quote walk with a “Lord of the…
