This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Free Shred Day 9:00am - 12:00pm Adults Library Parking Lot This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Free Shred Day 9:00am - 12:00pm Library Parking Lot Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Library Parking Lot Age Group: Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Get rid of your old confidential documents in a safe and secure way at Johnston Public Library's free Shred Day.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 28 2025 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: 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. Apr 29 2025 Tue Well Red Book Club 6:45pm - 7:45pm Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 29 2025 Tue Well Red Book Club 6:45pm - 7:45pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs 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 The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: 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 "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 3 2025 Sat Kites on the Green 10:00am - 5:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages Johnston Commons Offsite Event This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 3 2025 Sat Kites on the Green 10:00am - 5:00pm Johnston Commons 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 12th annual Kites on the Green festival at Johnston Commons Park on May 3, 2025. This family-fun event will be held in the green space near the Johnston Public Library from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 4 2025 Sun Sunday Card Crafting Club 1:30pm - 3:00pm Adults Large Meeting Room Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 4 2025 Sun Sunday Card Crafting Club 1:30pm - 3:00pm Large Meeting Room Waitlist 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 5 2025 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 5 2025 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: 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. May 7 2025 Wed Retirement University: Welcome to Medicare 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Large Meeting Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 7 2025 Wed Retirement University: Welcome to Medicare 6:00pm - 8:00pm Large Meeting Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Join a SHIIP Senior Medicare Patrol Counselor from the State of Iowa to learn how to effectively navigate Medicare, including Medicare A, B, C, and D, supplemental insurance, and everything you need to know to avoid Medicare fraud.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 8 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 8 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: 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. May 8 2025 Thu Thursday Night Book Club 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Southeast Corner This event is in the "Adults" group. May 8 2025 Thu Thursday Night Book Club 6:30pm - 7:45pm Southeast Corner 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 American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 12 2025 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 12 2025 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: 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. May 15 2025 Thu Lunchtime Lit Book Club 12:00pm - 1:00pm Adults Archive Room This event is in the "Adults" group. May 15 2025 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 Event Details: 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.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list. This month's book is The Hunter by Tana French.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 15 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 15 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: 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. May 15 2025 Thu Silent Book Club 6:30pm - 8:00pm Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. May 15 2025 Thu Silent Book Club 6:30pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Looking for a cozy space to read and connect with fellow book lovers? Join the Johnston and Grimes Public Libraries at Silent Book Club! Unlike traditional book clubs, there's no required reading, just bring whatever you’re currently enjoying. Disclaimer(s) Photo/Film Consent By attending this event, you are giving consent for yourself and/or your child(ren) to be photographed/filmed during the event. Your image and likeness may be used to promote future events or for general library publicity.
This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 17 2025 Sat DesMoiNTRAK Model Train Exhibit All Day Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages Large Meeting Room This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 17 2025 Sat DesMoiNTRAK Model Train Exhibit All Day Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Exhibits Event Details: Stop in to JPL to check out DesMoiNTRAK’s fantastic modular train exhibit in JPL’s Large Meeting Room. Members of the Des Moines Model Railroad Club will be on hand to share their knowledge of railroad history and passion for model trains. 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 "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 18 2025 Sun DesMoiNTRAK Model Train Exhibit 1:00pm - 3:30pm Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages Large Meeting Room This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 18 2025 Sun DesMoiNTRAK Model Train Exhibit 1:00pm - 3:30pm Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Exhibits Event Details: Stop in to JPL to check out DesMoiNTRAK’s fantastic modular train exhibit in JPL’s Large Meeting Room. Members of the Des Moines Model Railroad Club will be on hand to share their knowledge of railroad history and passion for model trains. 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. May 19 2025 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 19 2025 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: 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 22 2025 Thu Letterpress Printing with The Red Door Press 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults, All Ages Large Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 22 2025 Thu Letterpress Printing with The Red Door Press 6:00pm - 8:00pm Large Meeting Room Upcoming Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Learn more about the art of letterpress printing from Adam and Tammy Winn of The Red Door Press. Adam and Tammy are traditional letterpress printers who use antique printing equipment to create greeting cards, posters, and other items.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: 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.
May 26 2025 Mon Library Closed for Memorial Day All Day Closing May 26 2025 Mon Closing Library Closed for Memorial Day All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 26 2025 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Cancelled Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 26 2025 Mon Cancelled 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: 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. May 27 2025 Tue Well Red Book Club 6:45pm - 7:45pm Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. May 27 2025 Tue Well Red Book Club 6:45pm - 7:45pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs 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 Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 28 2025 Wed Senior Living Simplified 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Large Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 28 2025 Wed Senior Living Simplified 1:00pm - 2:00pm Large Meeting Room Upcoming Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Are you or a loved one considering a move to a senior living community?
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 29 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 29 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: 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.