Reservation Johnston Jumpstart 2025 (Chamber Event) 7:00am–8:45am East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Apr 17 2025 Thu Johnston Jumpstart 2025 (Chamber Event) 7:00am–8:45am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Purpose of Meeting Early-morning networking for Johnston Chamber of Commerce Members
Reservation West Central 9:00am–3:30pm East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Apr 17 2025 Thu West Central 9:00am–3:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Reservation Tai Chi with Kristin 9:15am–10:15am West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Apr 17 2025 Thu Tai Chi with Kristin 9:15am–10:15am 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
This event is in the "Kids" group Bouncing Babies 11:00am–11:30am Kids Story Time Room This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 17 2025 Thu Bouncing Babies 11:00am–11:30am Story Time Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Story Hours 👶 Big fun for your littlest learner! 💕Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time. Story time will be followed by a open play time for you and your little one. Great for babies ages 6 months-18 months.
This event is in the "Adults" group Lunchtime Lit Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Archive Room This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 17 2025 Thu Lunchtime Lit Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm Archive Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Meet up with fellow book lovers for good books and good discussion at this lunchtime book club. Books are available a month in advance at the Circulation Desk. Lunchtime Lit Book Club meets in person at JPL and online via Zoom. Email Beth at stevens@johnstonlibrary.org for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list. This month's book is Memory of Lavender and Sage by Aimie Runyan.
Reservation The Circle 12:45pm–2:45pm West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Apr 17 2025 Thu The Circle 12:45pm–2:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Purpose of Meeting Home school co op event
This event is in the "Teens" group Anime Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens Teen Space Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 17 2025 Thu Anime Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Teen Space Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Entertainment Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Needle-Felted Mushrooms 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids Story Time Room Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 17 2025 Thu Needle-Felted Mushrooms 4:30pm–5:30pm Story Time Room Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Learn the basics of needle felting as we make a cute, fuzzy creation! Needle felting is a way to sculpt objects and make art with wool. Registration is required for this class and is open to kids in 3rd-5th grade. This month, we're making a cute, fuzzy mushrooms!
This event is in the "Teens" group Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament 5:00pm–6:00pm Teens Teen Space This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 17 2025 Thu Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament 5:00pm–6:00pm Teen Space Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!
Reservation Library Board Meeting 5:30pm–7:00pm East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Apr 17 2025 Thu Library Board Meeting 5:30pm–7:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Reservation Johnston Community School Foundation Board Meeting 5:30pm–7:30pm West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Apr 17 2025 Thu Johnston Community School Foundation Board Meeting 5:30pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Reservation Study Room 3 5:30pm–7:30pm Study Room 3 Apr 17 2025 Thu Study Room 3 5:30pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Study Room 3
This event is in the "Adults" group Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 17 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Registration Required Everyday English is an ongoing program designed for English language learning 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Silent Book Club 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 17 2025 Thu Silent Book Club 6:30pm–8:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Looking for a cozy space to read and connect with fellow book lovers? Join the Johnston and Grimes Public Libraries at Silent Book Club! Unlike traditional book clubs, there's no required reading, just bring whatever you’re currently enjoying. Disclaimer(s) Photo/Film Consent By attending this event, you are giving consent for yourself and/or your child(ren) to be photographed/filmed during the event. Your image and likeness may be used to promote future events or for general library publicity.