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 Dec 13 2025 Sat Family Picture Day 10:00am–12:00pm 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 Dec 13 2025 Sat Family Picture Day 10:00am–12:00pm Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Other Event Details: 📷 Come get a free professional photo with your family! 📷 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 15 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 Dec 15 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 Dec 18 2025 Thu Lunchtime Lit Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Archive Room This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 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.org for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list. This month's book is The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 18 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 Dec 22 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 Dec 22 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.
Dec 24 2025 Wed Library Closed for Christmas Eve All Day Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Library Closed for Christmas Eve All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library
Dec 25 2025 Thu Library Closed for Christmas All Day Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing Library Closed for Christmas All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 29 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 Dec 29 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 Dec 30 2025 Tue Well Red Book Club 6:45pm–7:45pm Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 30 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 Noel Diary by Richard Paul Evans.
Dec 31 2025 Wed Library is Closing Early at 5:00 PM for New Year's Eve 5:00pm–10:00pm Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing Library is Closing Early at 5:00 PM for New Year's Eve 5:00pm–10:00pm Branches: Johnston Public Library
Jan 1 2026 Thu Library Closed for New Year's Day All Day Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing Library Closed for New Year's Day All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 4 2026 Sun No Sunday Card Crafting Class This Month 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults Large Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 4 2026 Sun No Sunday Card Crafting Class This Month 1:30pm–3:00pm Large Meeting Room 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Upcoming 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 Jan 7 2026 Wed Retirement University: Understanding Levels of Care & Pricing 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Large Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Retirement University: Understanding Levels of Care & Pricing 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: Join us for a three-part series designed to help you navigate the many options for aging with confidence.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 7 2026 Wed More Than Waypoints 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults, All Ages Large Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 7 2026 Wed More Than Waypoints 6:00pm–8:00pm Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Presentations Event Details: Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Iowa as Dave Baker shares insights from his recent novel, More Than Waypoints.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Upcoming 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Thursday Night Book Club 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Southeast Corner This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 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.org for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list. This month's book is Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Homemadeish: New Year's Collages 10:30am–11:30am Adults Large Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Homemadeish: New Year's Collages 10:30am–11:30am Large Meeting Room Upcoming Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Ring in the New Year with a creative collage-making session! Participants can design vision boards, memory collages, or simply experiment with art materials to celebrate new beginnings in 2026. All materials provided.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Upcoming 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 Jan 15 2026 Thu Lunchtime Lit Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Archive Room This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 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 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.org for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list. This month's book is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Retirement University: Wills and Estate Planning 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Retirement University: Wills and Estate Planning 6:00pm–7:30pm West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Upcoming Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Join attorney Joel Hjelmaas, Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney at Pearson Bollman Law, for a FREE informative and interactive workshop where we will go over...
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Upcoming 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.
Jan 19 2026 Mon Library is Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day All Day Closing Jan 19 2026 Mon Closing Library is Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library Description: The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin King Luther Jr. Day. The library will re-open Tuesday, January 20, 2026 with regular hours.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Upcoming 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.