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Johnston Jumpstart 2025 (Chamber Event)

7:00am–8:45am
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

Early-morning networking for Johnston Chamber of Commerce Members

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Study Room 4

9:00am–4:00pm
Study Room 4
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
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DAR meeting in Study Room 3

10:00am–12:00pm
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3
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Central Iowa SHRM Board meeting

3:00pm–5:15pm
Archive Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting

Bi-monthly Central Iowa SHRM board meeting where we continue to plan events, activities, education sessions, etc. for local HR Professionals and their business leaders.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Anime Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
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: 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 "Teens" group

Teen Summer Volunteer Training

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Story Time Room
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:

We need your help this summer! Volunteers will help distribute summer reading materials and prizes.

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Study Room 3

4:30pm–6:00pm
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3
This event is in the "Teens" group

Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
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!

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Study Room 4

6:00pm–7:45pm
Study Room 4
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Letterpress Printing with The Red Door Press

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, All Ages
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: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn more about the art of letterpress printing from Adam and Tammy Winn of The Red Door Press. Adam and Tammy are traditional letterpress printers who use antique printing equipment to create greeting cards, posters, and other items.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Everyday English

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Archive Room
Open
Registration Required
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.