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Study Room 1 -

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Study Room 1 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 1

ISASP Testing

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Iowa Virtual Academy testing

Large Meeting Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Iowa Virtual Academy testing

ISASP Testing

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Study Room 3 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3

ISASP Testing

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Study Room 4 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 4
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Event Flyer

Move & Groove

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Time Room 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: Story Time Room
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.

Study Room 1

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room 1 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Event Flyer

Teen Mario Kart Tournament

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 3:30pm - 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. 

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. 

Event Flyer

Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 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 held every Wednesday. 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 held every Wednesday. 6th grade and up.

Study Room 1

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room 1 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 1

Study Room 2

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Study Room 2 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 2
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 2

Bent Tree Villas

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Archive Room at Johnston Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

March board meeting (sickness caused to cancel)

Archive Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting

March board meeting (sickness caused to cancel)

first time homebuyer bootcamp

First-Time Homebuyer Bootcamp

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an informative first-time homebuyer bootcamp, where local industry experts will share insights about the homebuying process from start to finish. Whether you're just st...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentations
Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:

Join us for an informative first-time homebuyer bootcamp, where local industry experts will share insights about the homebuying process from start to finish.

Tai Chi with Kristin

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:15am
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) at Johnston Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Registration is required for this free class. Please register with Mandy Willey at the City of Johnston  mwilley@cityofjohnston.com

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

Study Room 3

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 3 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3
Event Flyer

Bouncing Babies

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Story Hours
Age Group:
Kids
Bouncing Babies:

  Bouncing Babies story hour includes rhymes, songs, bounces and books just right for your little one! Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with t...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Hours

 

Bouncing Babies story hour includes rhymes, songs, bounces and books just right for your little one! Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time. Great for babies ages 6 months-18 months.

Event Flyer

Anime Club

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
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 a...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

Study Room 4

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Study Room 4 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 4
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Event Flyer

Kids Kitchen: Fruit Pizza

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) 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 are making fruit pizza!

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 are making fruit pizza!

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. 

Event Flyer

Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
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 champio...

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!

Help Desk Appointment

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whisper Room at Johnston Public Library
Whisper Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Whisper Room
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Everyday English

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Everyday English:

Everyday English is an ongoing program designed for English language learning adults. Lessons focus on functional English – learning basic phrases and expressions for having conver...

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

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.

Study Room 4

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 4 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 4
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 4

bella and cora

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 9:45am - 1:45pm
Study Room 1 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 1

Study Room 3

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Study Room 3 at Johnston Public Library
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3