This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 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 26 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 27 2026 Tue Well Red Book Club 6:45pm–7:45pm Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 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 Carnegie's Maid by Marie Benedict.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 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 Feb 1 2026 Sun Sunday Card Crafting Club 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults Large Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 1 2026 Sun Sunday Card Crafting Club 1:30pm–3:00pm Large Meeting Room Upcoming 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 Feb 2 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 Feb 2 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 Feb 5 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 5 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Family Puzzle Competition 10:30am–12:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages Large Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required 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 Feb 7 2026 Sat Family Puzzle Competition 10:30am–12:00pm Large Meeting Room Upcoming 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Adult Puzzle Competition 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Large Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Adult Puzzle Competition 2:00pm–3:30pm Large Meeting Room Upcoming 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 9 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 Feb 9 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 Feb 11 2026 Wed Make It: Paper Quilling Artwork 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Large Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 11 2026 Wed Make It: Paper Quilling Artwork 6:00pm–8:00pm Large Meeting Room Upcoming 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Retirement University: In-Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Support 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Retirement University: In-Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Support 1:00pm–2:00pm 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 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 Feb 12 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 12 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 Feb 12 2026 Thu Thursday Night Book Club 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Southeast Corner This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 12 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 The Wager by David Grann.
Feb 16 2026 Mon Library is Closed for Presidents' Day All Day Closing Feb 16 2026 Mon Closing Library is Closed for Presidents' Day All Day 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Lunchtime Lit Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Archive Room This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 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 Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stegner.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 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 Feb 23 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 Feb 23 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 Feb 24 2026 Tue Well Red Book Club 6:45pm–7:45pm Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 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 Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 26 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 Mar 1 2026 Sun Sunday Card Crafting Club 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults Large Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 1 2026 Sun Sunday Card Crafting Club 1:30pm–3:00pm Large Meeting Room Upcoming 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 Mar 2 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 Mar 2 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 Mar 5 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 5 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 Mar 9 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 Mar 9 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 Mar 12 2026 Thu Retirement University: Planning for the Future: Coverage & Support at Home 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Retirement University: Planning for the Future: Coverage & Support at Home 1:00pm–2:00pm 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 us for a three-part series designed to help you navigate the many options for aging with confidence.