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Countdown to Kites: Wild Rumpus

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Time Room
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Continue to countdown to the 11th Annual Kites on the Green Festival on May 4 at this fun pint-sized obstacle course. Join us in expending some pent up energy in this specially designed active playtime for little ones. 

AP Study Night

3:30pm - 5:30pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

AP Exams are coming up! Johnston Public Library and JHS NHS are offering drop-in study sessions to work with peers who may be studying for the same exams.

Well Red Book Club

6:45pm - 7:45pm
Offsite Event
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 Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell.

Teen Mario Kart Tournament

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Let's go! Every Wednesday in the Teen Space, test your driving and Koopa shell dodging skills in our Mario Kart Tournament. Prizes for the top finishers! 6th grade and up.

AP Study Night

3:30pm - 5:30pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

AP Exams are coming up! Johnston Public Library and JHS NHS are offering drop-in study sessions to work with peers who may be studying for the same exams.

Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming

 

Every Wednesday in the JPL Teen Space, kids in 6th grade and up can compete against each other in a Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament. There will be fabulous prizes for the winners!

Tutoring Night Sponsored by Johnston High School NHS

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Archive Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

6th - 12th grade students can receive free tutoring and homework help from the Johnston High School National Honor Society Tutoring Committee members.

Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge Club

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration 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.

Johnston Lions Club Annual Book Sale

4:00pm - 8:00pm
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Pick up some new-to-you books, movies or music at the annual Lions Club Book Sale. Proceeds from the event support the Johnston Public Library.

Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Join us for a Dragon Ball FighterZ throw down 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!

Kids Kitchen: Cake Balls

4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Registration 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're making cake balls and DIY sprinkles! 

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. 

Everyday English

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. 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 Peg at esol@johnstonlibrary.org for sign-in information. Classes are free and registration is not required, but is appreciated.

Johnston Lions Club Annual Book Sale

8:00am - 7:00pm
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Pick up some new-to-you books, movies or music at the annual Lions Club Book Sale. Proceeds from the event support the Johnston Public Library.

AP Study Night

3:30pm - 5:30pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

AP Exams are coming up! Johnston Public Library and JHS NHS are offering drop-in study sessions to work with peers who may be studying for the same exams.

Johnston Lions Club Annual Book Sale

8:00am - 11:00am
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Pick up some new-to-you books, movies or music at the annual Lions Club Book Sale. Proceeds from the event support the Johnston Public Library.

Kites on the Green

10:00am - 5:00pm
Commons
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Commons
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Entertainment, Play & Learn, Other
Event Details:

Join us for the 11th annual Kites on the Green festival at Johnston Commons Park on May 4, 2024. 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 Club

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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

Let's Talk English Conversation Group

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8

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 Peg at esol@johnstonlibrary.org for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required, but is appreciated.

Teen Mario Kart Tournament

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Let's go! Every Wednesday in the Teen Space, test your driving and Koopa shell dodging skills in our Mario Kart Tournament. Prizes for the top finishers! 6th grade and up.

Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming

 

Every Wednesday in the JPL Teen Space, kids in 6th grade and up can compete against each other in a Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament. There will be fabulous prizes for the winners!

Tutoring Night Sponsored by Johnston High School NHS

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Archive Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

6th - 12th grade students can receive free tutoring and homework help from the Johnston High School National Honor Society Tutoring Committee members.

Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge Club

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration 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.

Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Join us for a Dragon Ball FighterZ throw down 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!

Teen Board Game Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13

Do you love board games? Looking to meet some fellow board game enthusiasts? Join us at JPL’s Teen Board Game Club where each month, we’ll introduce you to a new game and teach you how to play it. Snacks and drinks will be provided. This program is for kids in 6th grade and up. Registration required.