Program Type:
Book ClubsAge Group:
AdultsProgram Description
Event Details
Join fellow local book lovers to discuss great books and enjoy lively conversation. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month in advance while supplies last. Thursday Night Book Club meets in person at JPL and online via Zoom. Email Beth at stevens@johnstonlibrary.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
This month, Thursday Night Book Club discussion will join the Library Talk: Poverty in Iowa discussion.
The Johnston Public Library, along with other Iowa libraries and Uplift - The Central Iowa Basic Income Pilot, is hosting a series of programs focused on fostering community conversations about poverty and its impact in Iowa. Dive into the topic by borrowing "Poverty, By America" by Matthew Desmond. Physical copies will be available for checkout starting May 10, while eBook and eAudiobook versions can be accessed via JPL's Libby site. Whether you choose to read the book or simply participate in the discussion, all are welcome. The event will kick off with a presentation by Uplift, offering insights into the Central Iowa Basic Income Pilot. Questions are encouraged during the discussion segment. While registration is appreciated, this event is free and open to everyone.