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Study Room 3

4:15pm - 6:30pm
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3

Northwood Trail HOA meeting

5:45pm - 6:45pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly HOA Meeting

Reserved for carpet cleaning

6:45pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room

Tech Lab Help Desk Appointment

9:00am - 9:45am
Whisper Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Whisper Room
Purpose of Meeting

Tech Lab - Help Desk Request to educate patron on VHS to disc transfer

Tech Lab

9:00am - 11:00am
Tech Lab
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Tech Lab
Purpose of Meeting

Tech Lab Reservation with accompanying Help Desk request to enable patron to learn to use tech lab to transfer from VHS to another format - patron plans on bringing in a black disc.

Study Room 1

9:00am - 1:00pm
Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 1

Tai Chi with Kristin

9:15am - 10:15am
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting

Registration is required for this free class. Please register with Mandy Willey at the City of Johnston  mwilley@cityofjohnston.com

Help Desk Appt

10:00am - 11:00am
Whisper Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Whisper Room

Bouncing Babies

11:00am - 11:30am
Kids
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Hours

 

Bouncing Babies story hour includes rhymes, songs, bounces and books just right for your little one! Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time. Great for babies ages 6 months-18 months.

Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Join JPL's Anime Club each week for Japanese snacks, anime trivia, and art projects! All fans welcome! 

Registration is not required, but you will receive reminder emails about meetings if you register.

Kids Kitchen: Granola

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Ready for an afterschool treat? Kids can join our monthly cooking class to learn basic cooking skills and practice following a recipe. Registration is required for this class and is open to kids in elementary school. 

This month, we are making granola!

Allergy Alert: While our recipe does not include nuts, there will be options for peanuts and tree nuts available for kids to taste test.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults - Ages 8 and under

Children ages 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Join us for a Dragon Ball FighterZ throwdown every Thursday in the Teen Space! Choose a team of three fighters from the game’s 44 characters and battle it out to become the champion!

Study Room 3

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3

Girl Scout Troop 01546

5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)

Everyday English

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Archive Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Everyday English is an ongoing program designed for English language learnerning adults. Lessons focus on functional English – learning basic phrases and expressions for having conversations in everyday English as well as lessons on living in the United States. Lessons are led by a professional ESOL teacher and trained volunteers. Follow-up digital materials are available for interested students. Classes meet both in-person and online using the Zoom app, for those who prefer to join virtually. Email Library Staff at esol@johnstonlibrary.org for sign-in information. Classes are free and registration is not required, but is appreciated.

FFG homeschool

10:00am - 12:00pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting

Homeschool group. We need a space large enough for us to sit and do a activity

Study Room 1

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 1

Heartland Stampers

9:00am - 12:00pm
Archive Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room

Quick Craft: DIY Stamp

10:00am - 12:00pm
Kids
Youth Services Area
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

Stop by the youth services area between 10am-Noon for a quick craft! This is a drop-in program for kids, so no registration is necessary. Available while supplies last. 

This month's craft is a personalized stamp! Make your own stamp and test it out.

Cookie Cravings with Lois Carpenter

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Large Meeting Room
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Presentations
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled baking class. Our fave food editor Lois Carpenter will demonstrate several of her all-time-best holiday cookies—perfect for enjoying yourself or gifting.

Study Room 3

11:00am - 12:30pm
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3

Study Room 4

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Study Room 4
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 4

VolunTEENS

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Story Time Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Are you a student in 8th through 12th grade looking to make a difference in your community? Join our VolunTEEN program at JPL!

Study Room 4

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Study Room 4
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 4