This event is in the "All Ages" group. Nov-Jan 2024 Holiday Light Recycling Drop-Off All Day 11/12 - 1/31 All Ages Johnston Public Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Nov-Jan 2024 Holiday Light Recycling Drop-Off All Day 11/12 - 1/31 Johnston Public Library Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Johnston Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Other Event Details: This season, Johnston Public Library is partnering with Metro Waste Authority to offer a drop-off hub for old or broken holiday lights.
Nov 21 2024 Thu Study Room 2 9:00am - 12:00pm Study Room 2 Nov 21 2024 Thu Study Room 2 9:00am - 12:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Study Room 2
Nov 21 2024 Thu Tai Chi with Kristin 9:15am - 10:15am West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Nov 21 2024 Thu Tai Chi with Kristin 9:15am - 10:15am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Purpose of Meeting Registration is required for this free class. Please register with Mandy Willey at the City of Johnston mwilley@cityofjohnston.com
Nov 21 2024 Thu Study Room 1 10:30am - 12:30pm Study Room 1 Nov 21 2024 Thu Study Room 1 10:30am - 12:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Study Room 1
This event is in the "Kids" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Bouncing Babies 11:00am - 11:30am Kids Story Time Room This event is in the "Kids" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Bouncing Babies 11:00am - 11:30am Story Time Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Story Hours Bouncing Babies story hour includes rhymes, songs, bounces and books just right for your little one! Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time. Great for babies ages 6 months-18 months.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Lunchtime Lit Book Club 12:00pm - 1:00pm Adults Archive Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 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 Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See.
Nov 21 2024 Thu Terah Meeting 2:00pm - 3:30pm West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Nov 21 2024 Thu Terah Meeting 2:00pm - 3:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Anime Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens Teen Space Open Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Anime Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Space Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Entertainment Registration Required Seats Remaining: 22 Event Details: Join JPL's Anime Club each week for Japanese snacks, anime trivia, and art projects! All fans welcome! Registration is not required, but you will receive reminder emails about meetings if you register.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Needle Felted Hair Clips 4:30pm - 5:30pm Kids Story Time Room Open Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Needle Felted Hair Clips 4:30pm - 5:30pm Story Time Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 Event Details: Learn the basics of needle felting as we make a cute, fuzzy creation! Needle felting is a way to sculpt objects and make art with wool. Registration is required for this class and is open to kids in 4th-5th grade. This month, we're making fuzzy hair clips! (If you don't want a hair clip, we can also make them into fancy paper clips.)
This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament 5:00pm - 6:00pm Teens Teen Space This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament 5:00pm - 6:00pm 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 throwdown 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!
Nov 21 2024 Thu Study Room 1 5:00pm - 6:00pm Study Room 1 Nov 21 2024 Thu Study Room 1 5:00pm - 6:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Study Room 1
Nov 21 2024 Thu Library Board Meeting 5:30pm - 7:00pm East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Nov 21 2024 Thu Library Board Meeting 5:30pm - 7:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Nov 21 2024 Thu Johnston Community School Foundation Board Meeting 5:30pm - 7:30pm West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Nov 21 2024 Thu Johnston Community School Foundation Board Meeting 5:30pm - 7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 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 Seats Remaining: Unlimited 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.
Nov 21 2024 Thu Help Desk Appointment 7:00pm - 8:00pm Whisper Room Nov 21 2024 Thu Help Desk Appointment 7:00pm - 8:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Whisper Room Purpose of Meeting job application help - see special requirements notes
Nov 22 2024 Fri Iowa Public Health Association 10:00am - 4:00pm East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Nov 22 2024 Fri Iowa Public Health Association 10:00am - 4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Purpose of Meeting Public Health Conference meeting
Nov 22 2024 Fri Study Room 4 2:00pm - 4:30pm Study Room 4 Nov 22 2024 Fri Study Room 4 2:00pm - 4:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Study Room 4
This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 22 2024 Fri CANCELLED Happy Hunger Games After-Hours Nerf War and Potluck Candy Salad Party 6:30pm - 8:00pm Teens Large Meeting Room Cancelled Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 22 2024 Fri Cancelled CANCELLED Happy Hunger Games After-Hours Nerf War and Potluck Candy Salad Party 6:30pm - 8:00pm Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Other Event Details: Get ready for an action-packed after-hours event at the library! Teens will compete in a high-energy Hunger Games-themed Nerf war, battling it out in the stacks.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 23 2024 Sat Homemade-ish: Essential Oil Bath Salts 10:30am - 11:30am Adults Large Meeting Room Open Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 23 2024 Sat Homemade-ish: Essential Oil Bath Salts 10:30am - 11:30am Large Meeting Room Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Presentations Registration Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: If you’re looking for a fun craft that makes a fabulous holiday gift for coworkers, teachers, and pals, we’ve got you covered!
Nov 23 2024 Sat Des Moines Cycle Club 10:30am - 12:30pm Archive Room Nov 23 2024 Sat Des Moines Cycle Club 10:30am - 12:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Purpose of Meeting Planning meeting
Nov 23 2024 Sat Study Room 4 1:30pm - 3:30pm Study Room 4 Nov 23 2024 Sat Study Room 4 1:30pm - 3:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Study Room 4
Nov 24 2024 Sun Study Room 4 1:00pm - 2:00pm Study Room 4 Nov 24 2024 Sun Study Room 4 1:00pm - 2:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Study Room 4
This event is in the "Kids" group. Nov 24 2024 Sun Can You Find It? 1:00pm - 4:00pm Kids Youth Services Area This event is in the "Kids" group. Nov 24 2024 Sun Can You Find It? 1:00pm - 4:00pm Youth Services Area Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Youth Services Area Age Group: Kids Program Type: Play & Learn Join us for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages.
Nov 24 2024 Sun SGI Study Lecture 1:30pm - 3:00pm West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Nov 24 2024 Sun SGI Study Lecture 1:30pm - 3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Purpose of Meeting Study lecture