Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Event Type
Registration Type

Primary tabs

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Move & Groove

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Story Hours
Age Group:
Kids
Move & Groove:

Get ready to move at a special storytime that will get you and your kids up on your feet! This is a high-energy story time for kids of all ages.

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Story Hours

Get ready to move at a special storytime that will get you and your kids up on your feet! This is a high-energy story time for kids of all ages.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Mario Kart Tournament

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let's go!  Drive, dodge, and maneuver your way to a first-place finish in our Mario Kart Tournament! Prizes for the winners. 6th grade and up. No tournament July 10. 6th grade...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Let's go!  Drive, dodge, and maneuver your way to a first-place finish in our Mario Kart Tournament! Prizes for the winners. 6th grade and up. No tournament July 10. 6th grade and up.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Test your skills! Prizes and bragging rights for the winners. Tournaments help every Wednesday - except July 10. 6th grade and up.

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Test your skills! Prizes and bragging rights for the winners. Tournaments help every Wednesday - except July 10. 6th grade and up.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Clothespin Play

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids
Clothespin Play:

Clothespin Play is an engaging program designed to promote the development of fine motor skills in children aged 2 to 4. Through creative and playful activities using clothespins, ...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn

Clothespin Play is an engaging program designed to promote the development of fine motor skills in children aged 2 to 4. Through creative and playful activities using clothespins, young learners will enhance their dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and cognitive abilities while having a blast.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Quick Craft: Pinwheels

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Quick Crafts:

Stop by the youth services area between 10am-Noon for a quick craft! This is a drop-in program for kids, so no registration is necessary. Available while supplies last.  ...

Event Details:

This month's craft is pinwheels!

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

Stop by the youth services area between 10am-Noon for a quick craft! This is a drop-in program for kids, so no registration is necessary. Available while supplies last. 

This month's craft is pinwheels!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Story Time with Smokey the Bear

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Story Hours
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Only You Can Prevent Wildfires! Learn more about how you can play your part and help Smokey Bear celebrate his 80th birthday during this fun storytime. Read books, sing songs, and ...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Hours
Event Details:

Only You Can Prevent Wildfires! Learn more about how you can play your part and help Smokey Bear celebrate his 80th birthday during this fun storytime. Read books, sing songs, and interact with a special guest. Great for all ages!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Messy Makers

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Patio at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Create your very own messy masterpiece using a variety of supplies and fun techniques. Great for kids in grades pre-k through 5th grade. Be sure to dress for a mess!...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Create your very own messy masterpiece using a variety of supplies and fun techniques. Great for kids in grades pre-k through 5th grade. Be sure to dress for a mess!  

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

All levels of experience are welcome! We will host four sessions this summer - June 10 & 24 and July 8 & 22. Separate registration is required for each session. Come to one...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

All levels of experience are welcome! We will host four sessions this summer - June 10 & 24 and July 8 & 22. Separate registration is required for each session. Come to one, or join us for all four!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Let's Talk English Conversation Group

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Let's Talk English Conversation Program:

Let's Talk is a casual program designed for non-native English speakers to practice their English conversation skills with a native English speaker. Discussions focus on current ne...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: 18

Let's Talk is a casual program designed for non-native English speakers to practice their English conversation skills with a native English speaker. Discussions focus on current news, events and American culture.  Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at esol@johnstonlibrary.org for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required, but is appreciated.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Story Stroll

All Day
Johnston Public Library at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids
Story Stroll:

  Join us for a self-guided Story Stroll! Families will enjoy strolling along sidewalks near the library while reading a picture book which is displayed on posts along the ...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Johnston Public Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Entertainment

 

Join us for a self-guided Story Stroll! Families will enjoy strolling along sidewalks near the library while reading a picture book which is displayed on posts along the sidewalk. For all ages.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Tuesday: Five Nights at Freddy's Escape Room - Anamatronic Apocalypse SESSION 1

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Session 1: 3:00—4:00; Session 2 : 4:00—5:00; Session 3: 5:00—6:00; Session 4 (8th gr. & up) 6:00—7:00 Get ready for jump scares at our Five Nights at Freddy's escape ro...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Session 1: 3:00—4:00; Session 2 : 4:00—5:00; Session 3: 5:00—6:00;

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Tuesday: Five Nights at Freddy's Escape Room - Anamatronic Apocalypse SESSION 2

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Session 1: 3:00—4:00; Session 2 : 4:00—5:00; Session 3: 5:00—6:00; Session 4 (8th gr. & up) 6:00—7:00 Get ready for jump scares at our Five Nights at Freddy's escape ro...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Session 1: 3:00—4:00; Session 2 : 4:00—5:00; Session 3: 5:00—6:00;

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Tuesday: Five Nights at Freddy's Escape Room - Anamatronic Apocalypse SESSION 3

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Session 1: 3:00—4:00; Session 2 : 4:00—5:00; Session 3: 5:00—6:00; Session 4 (8th gr. & up) 6:00—7:00 Get ready for jump scares at our Five Nights at Freddy's escape ro...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Session 1: 3:00—4:00; Session 2 : 4:00—5:00; Session 3: 5:00—6:00;

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Tuesday: Five Nights at Freddy's Escape Room - Anamatronic Apocalypse SESSION 4 8th GRADE AND UP

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Session 1: 3:00—4:00; Session 2 : 4:00—5:00; Session 3: 5:00—6:00; Session 4 (8th gr. & up) 6:00—7:00 Get ready for jump scares at our Five Nights at Freddy's escape ro...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Session 1: 3:00—4:00; Session 2 : 4:00—5:00; Session 3: 5:00—6:00;

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Move & Groove

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Story Hours
Age Group:
Kids
Move & Groove:

Get ready to move at a special storytime that will get you and your kids up on your feet! This is a high-energy story time for kids of all ages.

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Story Hours

Get ready to move at a special storytime that will get you and your kids up on your feet! This is a high-energy story time for kids of all ages.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Magnet Play

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids
Magnet Play:

Explore the power of magnets through hands-on play. A variety of Magnet activities will be provided during this open play program. Perfect for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome. *A...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn

Explore the power of magnets through hands-on play. A variety of Magnet activities will be provided during this open play program. Perfect for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.

*A Terrific Tuesday Program

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kids Kitchen: Ice Cream

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Kids
Kids Kitchen:

Ready for an afterschool treat? Kids can join our monthly cooking class to learn basic cooking skills and practice following a recipe. Registration is required for this class and i...

Event Details:

This month, we're making homemade ice cream! 

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Ready for an afterschool treat? Kids can join our monthly cooking class to learn basic cooking skills and practice following a recipe. Registration is required for this class and is open to kids in elementary school. 

This month, we're making homemade ice cream! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults - Ages 8 and under

Children ages 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Everyday English

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Everyday English:

Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on functional English – learning basic phrases and expressions for having conversations in eve...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. 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 Peg 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.

Thursday Night Book Club

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Southeast Corner at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Thursday Night Book Club:

  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. ...

Event Details:

This month's book is Butcher by Joyce Carol Oates.

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Southeast Corner
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
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's book is Butcher by Joyce Carol Oates.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Bluey Bingo

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Join us for a Bluey themed BINGO game! A fun time for kids age 12 and under and their families. Registration required.

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Join us for a Bluey themed BINGO game! A fun time for kids age 12 and under and their families. Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Ancient Art of Mehendi

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join CultureALL Ambassador Sonal Mistry to explore the ancient art of mehendi. The art form of applying henna (known as mehndi) has been a part of many cultures for thousands of ye...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentations
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join CultureALL Ambassador Sonal Mistry to explore the ancient art of mehendi. The art form of applying henna (known as mehndi) has been a part of many cultures for thousands of years.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Critter Camp Drop-Off

All Day
Youth Services Area at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Drop off your favorite stuffed-animal critter for Critter Camp. Your animal will enjoy a fun-filled week at camp. Pick up your stuffed animal on Friday, July 19 and discover what t...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop off your favorite stuffed-animal critter for Critter Camp. Your animal will enjoy a fun-filled week at camp. Pick up your stuffed animal on Friday, July 19 and discover what the critters did while they were away at camp.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Crafternoon: Button Bonanza

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Bust your summer boredom! Kids in 6th grade and up can drop into the Teen Space anytime between 2:00 and 5:00 to complete a craft. This week's craft: Buttons! Get creative and expr...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

Bust your summer boredom! Kids in 6th grade and up can drop into the Teen Space anytime between 2:00 and 5:00 to complete a craft. This week's craft: Buttons! Get creative and express yourself!