9 am |
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
2
2023
Sun
JPL's Summer Discovery Bookmark Contest
9:00am - 8:00pm
Johnston Public Library
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Johnston Public Library
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
Design a bookmark using the theme JPL's Summer Discovery. Entries are due on Sunday, April 30th.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 1
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
3
2023
Mon
JPL's Summer Discovery Bookmark Contest
9:00am - 8:00pm
Johnston Public Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Johnston Public Library
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
Design a bookmark using the theme JPL's Summer Discovery. Entries are due on Sunday, April 30th.
Apr
3
2023
Mon
Children's Cancer Connection
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
3
2023
Mon
Story Time Together
9:30am - 10:00am
Story Time Room
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Story Hours
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Story time will be followed by a craft or activity. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
4
2023
Tue
JPL's Summer Discovery Bookmark Contest
9:00am - 8:00pm
Johnston Public Library
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Johnston Public Library
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
Design a bookmark using the theme JPL's Summer Discovery. Entries are due on Sunday, April 30th.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
5
2023
Wed
JPL's Summer Discovery Bookmark Contest
9:00am - 8:00pm
Johnston Public Library
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Johnston Public Library
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
Design a bookmark using the theme JPL's Summer Discovery. Entries are due on Sunday, April 30th.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
6
2023
Thu
JPL's Summer Discovery Bookmark Contest
9:00am - 8:00pm
Johnston Public Library
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Johnston Public Library
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
Design a bookmark using the theme JPL's Summer Discovery. Entries are due on Sunday, April 30th.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
7
2023
Fri
JPL's Summer Discovery Bookmark Contest
9:00am - 8:00pm
Johnston Public Library
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Johnston Public Library
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
Design a bookmark using the theme JPL's Summer Discovery. Entries are due on Sunday, April 30th.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
8
2023
Sat
JPL's Summer Discovery Bookmark Contest
9:00am - 8:00pm
Johnston Public Library
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Johnston Public Library
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
Design a bookmark using the theme JPL's Summer Discovery. Entries are due on Sunday, April 30th.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 2
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
3
2023
Mon
Story Time Together
10:00am - 10:30am
Story Time Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Story Hours
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Story time will be followed by a craft or activity. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
4
2023
Tue
Magnet Play
10:30am - 11:30am
Story Time Room
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Explore the power of magnets through hands-on play. A variety of Magnet activities will be provided during this open play program. Perfect for ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
5
2023
Wed
Story Time Together
10:00am - 10:30am
Story Time Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Story Hours
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Story time will be followed by a craft or activity. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
6
2023
Thu
Bouncing Babies
11:00am - 11:30am
Story Time Room
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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.
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12 pm |
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
2
2023
Sun
Sensory Spaces
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Story Time Room
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Sensory Spaces are Metro area libraries offering special hours for members of the public who appreciate a sensory-friendly environment.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 1
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
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Reservation
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)
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
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1 pm |
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
2
2023
Sun
Create a Craft
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Youth Services Area
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Come to the library to make a fun craft. All supplies are provided, no registration is necessary for this drop-in craft time.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Large Meeting Room
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
2
2023
Sun
Sunday Card Crafting Club
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Closed
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Event Details:
Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 1:30pm to explore paper card making.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
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Apr
7
2023
Fri
Study Room 2--Proctored Test
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 2
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
5
2023
Wed
Arts & Snacks
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Time Room
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Kids in grades K-5 are welcome to drop in for a variety of art activities on Wednesday afternoons. Supplies will be provided as well as light snacks and beverages. *While supplies last*
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Reservation
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
Volunteer Training for advocating in juvenile court for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Large Meeting Room
Closed
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
4
2023
Tue
Dungeons and Dragons
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Beginners and experienced adventurers welcome! Bring a character or use one of our premade characters. We will meet monthly. 6th-12th grade. Registration required.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Kids
Story Time Room
Closed
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
4
2023
Tue
PB&J Club (Picture Book & Juice Club)
4:15pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room
Closed
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Book Clubs,
Play & Learn
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Kids in grades K-2 can join us each month to enjoy a snack with juice and a picture book read aloud with corresponding activities and crafts!
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
5
2023
Wed
Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Every Wednesday in the JPL Teen Space, kids in 6th grade and up can compete against each other in a Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament. There will be fabulous prizes for the winners!
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Whisper Room
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6 pm |
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Reservation
Large Meeting Room
Apr
3
2023
Mon
Des Moines Cycle Club - POTP
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting
Peddle Off the Pounds Program of Des Moines Cycle Club Meeting.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
3
2023
Mon
Let's Talk English Conversation Group
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Southeast Corner
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Southeast Corner
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
ESL
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Closed
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
4
2023
Tue
Sewing 101: Teen Edition
6:30pm - 7:30pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Closed
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Interested in learning how to sew? Join instructor Aislyn White as she teaches the ins and outs of hand-sewing basics. Participants will leave with a completed stuffed animal friend!
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Reservation
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)
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Reservation
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)
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Southeast Corner
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
6
2023
Thu
Everyday English
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Southeast Corner
Closed
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Southeast Corner
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
ESL
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.
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7 pm |
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
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