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Kids Crochet: Part 2

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids

🧶 Get hooked on creativity! 🧵✨

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

🧶 Get hooked on creativity! 🧵✨

Event Flyer

Sunday Card Crafting Club

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 1:30pm to explore paper card making.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 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.

Event Flyer

No School Nostalgia: Movie & Craft

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:45pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Be a kid again! Watch Big Hero 6 and make Shrinky Dink keychains, jewelry, pins, and more! Snacks provided!

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

Be a kid again! Watch Big Hero 6 and make Shrinky Dink keychains, jewelry, pins, and more! Snacks provided!

Event Flyer

Arts & Snacks

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids

We will have hands-on art projects that will spark learning and discovery for kids in K-5, as well as a snack! This is a drop-in event and no registration is required. 

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

We will have hands-on art projects that will spark learning and discovery for kids in K-5, as well as a snack! This is a drop-in event and no registration is required. 

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.

Event Flyer

Quick Craft: Love Bug Magnets

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Quick Crafts:

⏱️ Stop by the library for a 5-minute craft! ✂️Quick crafts will be in the Children's Area of the library from 10am-Noon on the first Saturday of the month. Crafts available while ...

This month's craft is a Love Bug Magnets. 

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

⏱️ Stop by the library for a 5-minute craft! ✂️

Quick crafts will be in the Children's Area of the library from 10am-Noon on the first Saturday of the month. Crafts available while supplies last. 

This month's craft is a Love Bug Magnets. 

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-In Event

This is a drop-in program—no registration required. Feel free to come and go anytime between the listed start and end times.

Event Flyer

Family Puzzle Competition

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Get your team together and sign up for our Family Puzzle Competition! You will have 90 minutes to complete a 400 piece puzzle with you and your friends/family.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get your team together and sign up for our Family Puzzle Competition! You will have 90 minutes to complete a 400 piece puzzle with you and your friends/family.

adult puzzle competition saturday february 7

Adult Puzzle Competition

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Adults

Get your team together and sign up for our Adult Puzzle Competition! You will have 90 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle with you and your friends/family.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get your team together and sign up for our Adult Puzzle Competition! You will have 90 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle with you and your friends/family.

Make It: Paper Quilling Artwork, February 11 at 6pm, register at johnstonlibrary.com

Make It: Paper Quilling Artwork

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Join presenter LeAnn Ludwig for a fun and relaxing quilling class. Quilling is an art form where strips of paper are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join presenter LeAnn Ludwig for a fun and relaxing quilling class. Quilling is an art form where strips of paper are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs.

Event Flyer

Needle-Felted Valentines

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Needle Felted (Kids Program):

Learn the basics of needle felting as we make a cute, fuzzy creation! Needle felting is a way to sculpt objects and make art with wool. Registration is required for this class and ...

This month, we're making fuzzy cards out of felt!

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

Learn the basics of needle felting as we make a cute, fuzzy creation! Needle felting is a way to sculpt objects and make art with wool. Registration is required for this class and is open to kids in 3rd-5th grade. 

This month, we're making fuzzy cards out of felt!

Library is Closed for Presidents' Day

All Day
Johnston Public Library

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of Presidents' Day.The library will re-open Tuesday, February 17, 2026 with regular hours.&nbs...

Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of Presidents' Day.

The library will re-open Tuesday, February 17, 2026 with regular hours. 

Event Flyer

Doodlerz Art Studio

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Doodlerz Art Studio:

🎨 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. Regis...

Open
Registration Required
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. 

Event Flyer

Sunday Card Crafting Club

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 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.

Quick Craft: Fairy Wands

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Quick Crafts:

⏱️ Stop by the library for a 5-minute craft! ✂️Quick crafts will be in the Children's Area of the library from 10am-Noon on the first Saturday of the month. Crafts available while ...

This month's craft is...fairy wands!

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

⏱️ Stop by the library for a 5-minute craft! ✂️

Quick crafts will be in the Children's Area of the library from 10am-Noon on the first Saturday of the month. Crafts available while supplies last. 

This month's craft is...fairy wands!

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-In Event

This is a drop-in program—no registration required. Feel free to come and go anytime between the listed start and end times.

Barbie Boutique

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids

Become a mini fashion designer! We'll provide the dolls so you can make them runway ready with a new, cool outfit. Everyone will get to design and take home their creations. Kids in grades 2-5 must register below to attend. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Become a mini fashion designer! We'll provide the dolls so you can make them runway ready with a new, cool outfit. Everyone will get to design and take home their creations. Kids in grades 2-5 must register below to attend. 

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. 

Doodlerz Art Studio: Diamond Art

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Doodlerz Art Studio:

🎨 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. Regis...

This week, for Spring Break, we are making Diamond Art! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

🎨 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. 

This week, for Spring Break, we are making Diamond Art! 

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. 

Quick Craft:

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Quick Crafts:

⏱️ Stop by the library for a 5-minute craft! ✂️Quick crafts will be in the Children's Area of the library from 10am-Noon on the first Saturday of the month. Crafts available while ...

This month's craft is...TBD

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

⏱️ Stop by the library for a 5-minute craft! ✂️

Quick crafts will be in the Children's Area of the library from 10am-Noon on the first Saturday of the month. Crafts available while supplies last. 

This month's craft is...TBD

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-In Event

This is a drop-in program—no registration required. Feel free to come and go anytime between the listed start and end times.

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
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. 

Arts & Snacks

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids

We will have hands-on art projects that will spark learning and discovery for kids in K-5, as well as a snack! This is a drop-in event and no registration is required. 

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

We will have hands-on art projects that will spark learning and discovery for kids in K-5, as well as a snack! This is a drop-in event and no registration is required. 

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.

Kite Building Workshop. April 11, 2026 from 2pm to 4pm at JPL. Images of kids and families making kites.

Kite Building Workshop

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Play & Learn, Sports & Outdoors
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Get ready for the 13th Annual Kites on the Green Festival on Saturday, May 2nd by attending a free Kite Making Workshop on Saturday, April 11th at Johnston Public Library from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Play & Learn, Sports & Outdoors
Event Details:

Get ready for the 13th Annual Kites on the Green Festival on Saturday, May 2nd by attending a free Kite Making Workshop on Saturday, April 11th at Johnston Public Library from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

Event Flyer

Sunday Card Crafting Club

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 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.

Doodlerz Art Studio

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Doodlerz Art Studio:

🎨 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. Regis...

Upcoming
Registration Required
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. 

Mushroom Kingdom Mario Party

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Story Time Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming, Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

🏎️🏁 Wah-Hoo! 🚦

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming, Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

🏎️🏁 Wah-Hoo! 🚦

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. 

Kites on the Green. May 2, 2026. Images of kites and kite activities at Kites on the Green.

Kites on the Green

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Johnston Commons at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Entertainment, Play & Learn, Sports & Outdoors
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us for the 13th annual Kites on the Green festival at Johnston Commons Park on May 2, 2026. This family-fun event will be held in the green space near the Johnston Public Library from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Johnston Commons
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Entertainment, Play & Learn, Sports & Outdoors
Event Details:

Join us for the 13th annual Kites on the Green festival at Johnston Commons Park on May 2, 2026. This family-fun event will be held in the green space near the Johnston Public Library from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday Card Crafting On Break.

No Sunday Card Crafting Class This Month

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

There is no Sunday Paper Card Crafting session in January, May, or August to allow staff prep time for upcoming programs.

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

There is no Sunday Paper Card Crafting session in January, May, or August to allow staff prep time for upcoming programs.