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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

Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Cancelled
Open
Registration
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.

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.

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.

Shrinky Dinky, Cocoa Drinky, Movie Jamboree!

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a festive, fun-filled afternoon in the Teen Space at our Shrinky Dinky, Cocoa Drinky, Movie Jamboree! Teens are invited to sip on delicious hot cocoa, get creative with Shrinky Dink crafts, and enjoy a holiday movie screening.

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, play video games, create art, and MORE! Shrinky Dinky, Cocoa Drinky, Movie Jamboree starts at 1:00.

Department Head Roundtable

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Archive Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting

Weekly roundtable discussion

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!"

Let's Talk English Conversation Group

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

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.

QR Code Quest: New Year's Eve Edition

9:00am - 5:00pm
Kids
Youth Services Area
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn

 

Come in anytime the library is open for a fun scavenger hunt the whole family can enjoy. Follow the clues hidden throughout the library. Complete the puzzle and win a fun prize. Bring your own device or use one of ours. For all ages.

Yoga with Janis

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)

Teen Pokemon Club: Legendary New Year's Eve Party

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

Calling all Pokémon trainers! Join us for a special edition of Pokémon Club—the Legendary New Year’s Eve Party! Get ready to celebrate the end of the year with the ultimate gathering for Pokémon fans.

School's Out: Extended Teen Space Hours

1:00pm - 5:00pm
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 - 5:00 pm to hang out, play video games, create art, and MORE! Pokemon Club: Legendary New Year's Eve Party starts at 1:00.

Library is Closing Early at 5:00pm for New Year's Day

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

JPL is closing early for New Year's Eve on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. 

Well Red Book Club

6:45pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Cancelled
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

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. 

Library is Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

JPL is closed for New Year's Day on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. 

Teen Mario Kart Tournament

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Cancelled
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. 

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

Shrinky Dinky, Cocoa Drinky, Movie Jamboree!

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a festive, fun-filled afternoon in the Teen Space at our Shrinky Dinky, Cocoa Drinky, Movie Jamboree! Teens are invited to sip on delicious hot cocoa, get creative with Shrinky Dink crafts, and enjoy a movie.

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, play video games, create art, and MORE! Shrinky Dinky, Cocoa Drinky, Movie Jamboree starts at 1:00.

Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Cancelled
Open
Registration
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.

Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Teen Space
Cancelled
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.