Library Roof Construction

All Day
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
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Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Johnston Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

The Johnston Public Library will begin scheduled roof construction on Monday, September 8. The project is expected to last approximately two weeks. Contractors will be working Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until dusk. 

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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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Healthy Child Care Iowa

9:00am–3:30pm
Large Meeting Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Organizational meeting

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Study Room 4

9:00am–5:00pm
Study Room 4
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
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Study Room 3

10:30am–4:30pm
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3

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.

Lunchtime Lit Book Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Southeast Corner
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Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Southeast Corner
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 Reel Sisters by Michelle Cummings.

Anime Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Open
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! 

Doodlerz Art Studio

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids
Story Time Room
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required

🎨 Love to doodle, scribble, paint, and sketch? 🖌️

Want to make crafts, practice your art skills, and chill with your friends? Join Doodlerz on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Registration is required for kids in grades 3-5. 

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Study Room 4

5:00pm–7:30pm
Study Room 4
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
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Library Board Meeting

5:30pm–7:00pm
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)
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Study Room 3

5:30pm–7:00pm
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3

Women and Money

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join licensed Financial Planner Shalini Babu from Prudential Advisors for an empowering session focused on financial literacy for women.

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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Girl Scout Troop 01546

7:00pm–8:00pm
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)