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Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge Club

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Compete against other anime fans for fabulous prizes at JPL's Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge!  Each week we'll feature trivia questions about a different anime series as well ...

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

Compete against other anime fans for fabulous prizes at JPL's Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge!  Each week we'll feature trivia questions about a different anime series as well as sample a fun snack from Japan.

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Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge Club

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Compete against other anime fans for fabulous prizes at JPL's Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge!  Each week we'll feature trivia questions about a different anime series as well ...

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

Compete against other anime fans for fabulous prizes at JPL's Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge!  Each week we'll feature trivia questions about a different anime series as well as sample a fun snack from Japan.

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Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge Club

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Compete against other anime fans for fabulous prizes at JPL's Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge!  Each week we'll feature trivia questions about a different anime series as well ...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Compete against other anime fans for fabulous prizes at JPL's Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge!  Each week we'll feature trivia questions about a different anime series as well as sample a fun snack from Japan.

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Pop(!)palooza: Teen Summer Reading Kick-off Party

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting kickoff to Summer Reading! Enjoy a boba bubble tea beverage and other yummy snacks, make your own boba bubble tea slime, play games for prizes, get personal...

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

Join us for an exciting kickoff to Summer Reading!

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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.

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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.

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Pony Tales with Elvis the Pony

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Local author Tiffany Lauer will be bringing the star of her picture book series, Elvis the Pony, to JPL for a special event full of stories, pets, and animal facts. This event will...

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

Local author Tiffany Lauer will be bringing the star of her picture book series, Elvis the Pony, to JPL for a special event full of stories, pets, and animal facts. This event will be outside, so please dress appropriately. 

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.

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Flashback Friday Flicks: Ratatouille

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Drop into the Teen Space and watch a classic movie! We'll have snacks, drinks, and a fun, movie-related activity. For kids entering 6th grade and up.

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Drop into the Teen Space and watch a classic movie! We'll have snacks, drinks, and a fun, movie-related activity. For kids entering 6th grade and up.

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Library Loud: NOLA Jazz Trio Concert

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Johnston Public Library at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Performances
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

The NOLA Jazz Trio featuring Jeff Kane on clarinet, Jamie Poulsen on piano, and Spencer Paulsen on bass will be at Johnston Public Library for an indoor concert in the library on S...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Johnston Public Library
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment, Performances
Event Details:

The NOLA Jazz Trio featuring Jeff Kane on clarinet, Jamie Poulsen on piano, and Spencer Paulsen on bass will be at Johnston Public Library for an indoor concert in the library on Saturday, June 15 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.

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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.

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Teen Tuesday Ken's Mojo Dojo Casa House...of Murder: Barbie Murder Mystery Party

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

With characters as shady as Ken's sunglasses and motives as twisted as Barbie's ponytail, everyone's a suspect in this murder mystery. You can play a part or attend as an investiga...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

With characters as shady as Ken's sunglasses and motives as twisted as Barbie's ponytail, everyone's a suspect in this murder mystery.

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Fantastic Foam with Absolute Science

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Performances
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

This show will even make your hair stand up! You will experience items disappearing in clear liquids with our refraction oil and see the power of a Van De Graaff generator, but no ...

Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Entertainment, Performances
Event Details:

This show will even make your hair stand up!

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

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.

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Flashback Friday Flicks: Ghostbusters (original)

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Drop in to the Teen Space and watch a classic movie! We'll have snacks, drinks, and a fun, movie-related activity.

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Drop in to the Teen Space and watch a classic movie! We'll have snacks, drinks, and a fun, movie-related activity.

Event Flyer

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.

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Teen Tuesday: Disney Music Bingo & Trivia

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Get nostalgic with tunes from your childhood, test your Disney IQ, enjoy snacks from the Magic Kingdom, and win awesome prizes at this can’t miss event for Disney fans. Bring a dev...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

Get nostalgic with tunes from your childhood, test your Disney IQ, enjoy snacks from the Magic Kingdom, and win awesome prizes at this can’t miss event for Disney fans.

Event Flyer

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.

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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;

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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;

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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;

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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;

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Teen Tuesday: Catapult Combat Challenge: Marshmallow Edition

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Johnston Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

This program has it all! Medieval weapons, engineering, marshmallows, and a giant battle! Construct your own desk-top catapult and then test its launching capabilities using marshm...

Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

This program has it all! Medieval weapons, engineering, marshmallows, and a giant battle!