Library is Closed for Easter Sunday All Day Johnston Public Library The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5, 2026 in observance of Easter. The library will re-open Monday, April 6, 2026 with regular hours. Closing Apr 5 2026 Sun Closing Library is Closed for Easter Sunday All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library Description: The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5, 2026 in observance of Easter. The library will re-open Monday, April 6, 2026 with regular hours.
Library is Closed for Memorial Day All Day Johnston Public Library The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. The library will re-open Tuesday, May 26, 2026 with regular hours. Closing May 25 2026 Mon Closing Library is Closed for Memorial Day All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library Description: The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. The library will re-open Tuesday, May 26, 2026 with regular hours.
This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Talk English Conversation Group Monday, June 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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... Open View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 1 2026 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, ESL Registration Required 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 Library Staff 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 Tippi Toes Dance Class Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Health & Wellness, Story Hours Age Group: Kids Join us as we partner with Tippi Toes for this FREE fun, high-energy dance class! Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps will be introduced in a friendly and positive way. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 3 2026 Wed Tippi Toes Dance Class 10:00am–10:30am Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Health & Wellness, Story Hours Event Details: Join us as we partner with Tippi Toes for this FREE fun, high-energy dance class! Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps will be introduced in a friendly and positive way. 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 Teen Mario Kart Tournament Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm Teen Space at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Gaming Age Group: Teens 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. This is a drop-in program - no registration necessary. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 3 2026 Wed Teen Mario Kart Tournament 4:00pm–4:30pm Teen Space Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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. This is a drop-in program - no registration necessary.
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Smash Bros. Tournament Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Teen Space at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Gaming Age Group: Teens Test your skills! Prizes and bragging rights for the winners. Tournaments will be held every Wednesday. 6th grade and up. No registration necessary. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 3 2026 Wed Teen Smash Bros. Tournament 4:30pm–5:30pm Teen Space Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Gaming Event Details: Test your skills! Prizes and bragging rights for the winners. Tournaments will be held every Wednesday. 6th grade and up. No registration necessary.
This event is in the "Adults" group Everyday English Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 4 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Talk English Conversation Group Monday, June 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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... Open View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 8 2026 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, ESL Registration Required 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 Library Staff 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 Move & Groove Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Health & Wellness, Story Hours Age Group: Kids Move & Groove: 🎵 Shake Up Your Story Time! 📖Get ready to sing, dance, and move to the music at a story time that will get you and your kids up on your feet! This is a high-energy story time for k... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 10 2026 Wed Move & Groove 10:00am–10:30am Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Health & Wellness, Story Hours 🎵 Shake Up Your Story Time! 📖Get ready to sing, dance, and move to the music at a story time that will get you and your kids up on your feet! This is a high-energy story time for kids of all ages. 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 "Adults" group Everyday English Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 11 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Talk English Conversation Group Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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... Open View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 15 2026 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, ESL Registration Required 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 Library Staff 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 Tippi Toes Dance Class Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Health & Wellness, Story Hours Age Group: Kids Join us as we partner with Tippi Toes for this FREE fun, high-energy dance class! Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps will be introduced in a friendly and positive way. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 17 2026 Wed Tippi Toes Dance Class 10:00am–10:30am Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Health & Wellness, Story Hours Event Details: Join us as we partner with Tippi Toes for this FREE fun, high-energy dance class! Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps will be introduced in a friendly and positive way. 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 "Adults" group Lunchtime Lit Book Club Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: Book Clubs, JPL Summer Reading Age Group: Adults Lunchtime Lit Book Club: 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 C... View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 18 2026 Thu Lunchtime Lit Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm Archive Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, JPL Summer Reading 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 event is in the "Adults" group Everyday English Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 18 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Talk English Conversation Group Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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... Open View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 22 2026 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, ESL Registration Required 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 Library Staff 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 Move & Groove Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Health & Wellness, Story Hours Age Group: Kids Move & Groove: 🎵 Shake Up Your Story Time! 📖Get ready to sing, dance, and move to the music at a story time that will get you and your kids up on your feet! This is a high-energy story time for k... View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 24 2026 Wed Move & Groove 10:00am–10:30am Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Health & Wellness, Story Hours 🎵 Shake Up Your Story Time! 📖Get ready to sing, dance, and move to the music at a story time that will get you and your kids up on your feet! This is a high-energy story time for kids of all ages. 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 "Adults" group Everyday English Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 25 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Talk English Conversation Group Monday, June 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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... Open View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 29 2026 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, ESL Registration Required 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 Library Staff 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 "Adults" group Well Red Book Club Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6:45pm - 7:45pm Off Site Program Type: Book Clubs, JPL Summer Reading Age Group: Adults Well Red Book Club: Join the Johnston Public Library's Well Red Book Club that meets on the last Tuesday of every month. Join the Well Red Book Club that meets at Pagliai's Pizza in Johnston. Come for... This month's book is Where the Forest Meets the Stars by Glendy Vanderah. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Well Red Book Club 6:45pm–7:45pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, JPL Summer Reading Event Details: Join the Johnston Public Library's Well Red Book Club that meets on the last Tuesday of every month. Join the Well Red Book Club that meets at Pagliai's Pizza in Johnston. Come for the book, come for the conversation, come for a glass of wine or beer. This month's book is Where the Forest Meets the Stars by Glendy Vanderah.
This event is in the "Kids" group Tippi Toes Dance Class Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Health & Wellness, Story Hours Age Group: Kids Join us as we partner with Tippi Toes for this FREE fun, high-energy dance class! Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps will be introduced in a friendly and positive way. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 1 2026 Wed Tippi Toes Dance Class 10:00am–10:30am Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Health & Wellness, Story Hours Event Details: Join us as we partner with Tippi Toes for this FREE fun, high-energy dance class! Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps will be introduced in a friendly and positive way. 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 "Adults" group Everyday English Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 2 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, 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.
Library is Closed for Independence Day All Day Johnston Public Library The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026 in observance of Independence Day. The library will re-open Sunday, July 5, 2026 with regular hours. Closing Jul 3 2026 Fri Closing Library is Closed for Independence Day All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library Description: The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026 in observance of Independence Day. The library will re-open Sunday, July 5, 2026 with regular hours.
Library is Closed for Independence Day All Day Johnston Public Library The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in observance of Independence Day. The library will re-open Sunday, July 5, 2026 with regular hours. Closing Jul 4 2026 Sat Closing Library is Closed for Independence Day All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library Description: The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in observance of Independence Day. The library will re-open Sunday, July 5, 2026 with regular hours.
This event is in the "Adults" group Sunday Card Crafting Club Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adults Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 1:30pm to explore paper card making. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 5 2026 Sun Sunday Card Crafting Club 1:30pm–3:00pm Large Meeting Room Upcoming Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: JPL Summer Reading, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 1:30pm to explore paper card making.