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AI and the Human Future

10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Presentations, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Details:

Join Dr. Scott Samuelson  from Iowa State University for a presentation on the big moral and political issues surrounding artificial intelligence. What exactly is AI?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Level Up Your Burger Game

10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Presentations
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Rain or shine, it’s cookout time! And you’ll be the star when you serve one or more of the amazing burger combos, inspired by grilling guru Lois Carpenter.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Talk: Poverty in Iowa

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Large Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Presentations
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Event Details:

The Johnston Public Library is partnering with other Iowa libraries and Uplift - The Central Iowa Basic Income Pilot on a series of programs aimed at having important community conversations about poverty and its effect on Iowa.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Homemade-ish: DIY Beeswax Lip Balm

10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Presentations
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Crafters and wannabe DIY'ers unite: let's make stuff together! Join Jamie Seitz to get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing during this quarterly maker class. In June, we'll be making DIY beeswax lip balm.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Living with Alzheimer's: Early Stages Parts 2 & 3

6:00pm - 7:45pm
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Presentations
Event Details:

In the early stage of Alzheimer's disease, families face new questions as they adjust.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Shiip Welcome to Medicare Seminar

10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Presentations
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Join a SHIIP Senior Medicare Patrol Counselor from the State of Iowa to learn how to effectively navigate Medicare, including Medicare A, B, C, and D, supplemental insurance, and everything you need to know to avoid Medicare fraud.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Ancient Art of Mehendi

10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentations
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join CultureALL Ambassador Sonal Mistry to explore the ancient art of mehendi. The art form of applying henna (known as mehndi) has been a part of many cultures for thousands of years.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Pleasures and Pitfalls of Reviewing Restaurants in DSM

10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Presentations
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Join author and restaurant reviewer Wini Moranville for a book launch celebration for her latest book, Love Is My Favorite Flavor: A Midwestern Dining Critic Tells All.