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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

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AICO

9:30am–5:30pm
Archive Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting

Research discussion for AI

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Study Room 1

9:45am–3:45pm
Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
This event is in the "Kids" group

Bouncing Babies

11:00am–11:30am
Kids
Story Time Room
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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 "Teens" group

Teen Craft Club and a Movie: Bedazzled Seashells & Moana 2

1:00pm–2:45pm
Teens
Teen Space
Closed
Registration Required
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: Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll transform plain seashells into works of art while watching the hit movie Moana 2.

For kids in 6th - 12th grade.

This event is in the "Teens" group

School's Out: Extended Teen Space Hours

1:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
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Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

School's out, so JPL's Teen Space has extended hours! Drop in anytime today between 1:00 - 6:00 pm to hang out, watch a movie, play video games, create art, and MORE!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Recycled Art: Plastic Fusion

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Large Meeting Room
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are making recycled art, reusing plastic bags to make a custom tote bag or wallet. The choice is yours! Feel free to bring your own plastic bags to use in this craft if you want. Bright colors are best.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults - Ages 9 and under

Children ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Anime Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Closed
Registration Required
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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.

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Study Room 1

4:00pm–5:00pm
Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
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Study Room 4

4:30pm–6:30pm
Study Room 4
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
This event is in the "Teens" group

Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
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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!

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2025 JHS Japan Trip Meeting

5:30pm–6:15pm
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

Meeting go over important information for a high school trip to Japan in July.

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Study Room 2

5:30pm–7:30pm
Study Room 2
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 2
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Study Room 3

6:00pm–8:00pm
Study Room 3
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
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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.

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Comedy XPeriment Rehearsal

6:30pm–8:00pm
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

Rehearsal