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Fraud Fighters

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to spot and avoid common scams in this informative program presented by the Fraud Fighters, part of United Way of Central Iowa’s AmeriCorps Seniors program.

Library Closed for Christmas

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library

Retirement University: Understanding Levels of Care & Pricing

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Large Meeting Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
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.

More Than Waypoints

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Large Meeting Room
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Presentations
Event Details:

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Iowa as Dave Baker shares insights from his recent novel, More Than Waypoints.

Retirement University: Wills and Estate Planning

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join attorney Joel Hjelmaas, Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney at Pearson Bollman Law, for a FREE informative and interactive workshop where we will go over...

Library is Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin King Luther Jr. Day. 

The library will re-open Tuesday, January 20, 2026 with regular hours. 

Living with Nature: Being Coyote Aware In and Out of the City

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Large Meeting Room
Library Branch: Johnston Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Presentations
Event Details:

Join Iowa DNR Wildlife Biologist Andy Kellner to discuss coyotes, an adaptable wildlife species that lives inside and outside of urban places. Topics will include coyote history, ecology, and tips for avoiding human-wildlife conflict.

Retirement University: In-Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Support

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Upcoming
Registration Required
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.

Library is Closed for Presidents' Day

All Day
Closing
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. 

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
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.

Library is Closed for Easter Sunday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5, 2026 in observance of Easter. 

The library will re-open Monday, April 6, 2026 with regular hours. 

Library is Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. 

The library will re-open Tuesday, May 26, 2026 with regular hours. 

Library is Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026 in observance of Independence Day. 

The library will re-open Sunday, July 5, 2026 with regular hours. 

Library is Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in observance of Independence Day. 

The library will re-open Sunday, July 5, 2026 with regular hours. 

Library is Closed for Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day.

The library will re-open Tuesday, September 8, 2026 with regular hours. 

Library is Closed for Veteran's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 in observance of Veteran's Day.

The library will re-open Thursday, November 12, 2026 with regular hours. 

Library is Closing Early at 5:00pm for Thanksgiving

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

The Johnston Public Library will be closing early at 5:00PM on Wednesday, November 25, 2026 in observance of Thanksgiving. 

The library will re-open Saturday, November 28, 2026 with regular hours. 

Library is Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Thursday, November 26, 2026 in observance of Thanksgiving. 

The library will re-open Saturday, November 28, 2026 with regular hours. 

Library is Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Friday, November 27, 2026 in observance of Thanksgiving. 

The library will re-open Saturday, November 28, 2026 with regular hours. 

Library is Closed for Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Thursday, December 24, 2026 in observance of Christmas Eve. 

The library will re-open Saturday, December 26, 2026 with regular hours. 

Library is Closed for Christmas

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:

The Johnston Public Library will be closed on Friday, December 25, 2026 in observance of Christmas. 

The library will re-open Saturday, December 26, 2026 with regular hours.