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Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament

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

Test your skills! Prizes and bragging rights for the winners. Tournaments held every Wednesday. 6th grade and up.

Study Room 3

4:15pm - 6:30pm
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Study Room 3

Central Iowa SHRM Certification Practice Test Review

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Archive Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting

We will be using this time to review test materials with Central Iowa HR professionals who are preparing for certification.

Save the Earth: Scavenger Hunt

All Day 4/24 - 4/25
Kids
Youth Services Area
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Schools out, so we've set up an Earth Day themed seek and find in the library. Stop by to follow the clues and riddles to win a prize. Recommended for kids in grades K-5.

ChildServe Process Improvement

9:00am - 4:00pm
Archive Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room

Tai Chi with Kristin

9:15am - 10:15am
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
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

Bouncing Babies

11:00am - 11:30am
Kids
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.

Teen Craft Club and a Movie: Bedazzled Seashells & Moana 2

1:00pm - 2:45pm
Teens
Teen Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

We'll transform plain seashells into works of art while watching the hit movie Moana 2.

For kids in 6th - 12th grade.

School's Out: Extended Teen Space Hours

1:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

School's out, so JPL's Teen Space has extended hours! Drop in anytime today between 1:00 - 6:00 pm to hang out, watch a movie, play video games, create art, and MORE!

Recycled Art: Plastic Fusion

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Large Meeting Room
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

We are making recycled art, reusing plastic bags to make a custom tote bag or wallet. The choice is yours! Feel free to bring your own plastic bags to use in this craft if you want. Bright colors are best.

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. 

Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
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!

Everyday English

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Archive Room
Open
Registration
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.

Economic Assistance Leadership Meeting

9:30am - 3:30pm
Archive Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting

Iowa Health and Human Services, Division of Community Access and Eligibility; Economic Assistance Programs Leadership Meeting.

Tortured Poets Party

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens
Teen Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with your favorite tortured poet, Taylor Swift! Play Taylor Swift music BINGO, make your own magnetic poetry set, and MORE! 6th grade and up. Registration appreciated.

School's Out: Extended Teen Space Hours

1:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Teen Space
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

School's out, so JPL's Teen Space has extended hours! Drop in anytime today between 1:00 - 5:30 pm to hang out, play video games, create art, and MORE! Tortured Poets Party starts at 1:00.

Teen Mario Kart Tournament

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

Let's go!  Drive, dodge, and maneuver your way to a first-place finish in our Mario Kart Tournament! Prizes for the winners. 6th grade and up. 

Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament: Random Mayhem Edition

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

"In this tournament, chaos is your only strategy!"

Free Shred Day

9:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
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.

Iowa Talented and Gifted Association

10:00am - 12:30pm
Archive Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting

Regularly scheduled Board of Directors meeting of the Iowa Gifted and Talented Association, the only non-profit professional organization in Iowa for teachers and parents of gifted learners.

Clothing Giveaway

12:30pm - 5:30pm
All Ages
Large Meeting Room
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Need a wardrobe refresh? Stop by our Clothing Giveaway and browse a variety of gently used men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing—free for all!

Central Iowa Authors - R&R Kickoff

1:00pm - 3:00pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting

Getting together to discuss and kickoff our editing month of May

Can You Find It?

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids
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.

Johnston Forevergreens 4-H Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting

Club Meeting