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Mar
31
2024
Sun
Closing
Library Closed for Easter
Branches:
Johnston Public Library
Description:
JPL is closed for Easter on Sunday, March 31, 2024.
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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:
Whisper Room
Purpose of Meeting
Dennis has a new Google smartphone and would like help learning how to use it. He thinks he might need to come in for multiple appointments, so he'll likely want to make another appointment after the first one.
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)
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 1
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)
Purpose of Meeting
Registration is required for this free class. Please register with Mandy Willey at the City of Johnston mwilley@cityofjohnston.com
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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
1
2024
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. 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
2
2024
Tue
Press Play
10:30am - 11:30am
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:
Play & Learn
Come and play with your child. We will offer different types of play prompts, sensory bins, & books to share. Press Play! is geared towards kids 18 months-4 years.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
3
2024
Wed
Toddler Time
10:00am - 11:00am
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
Join us for a high energy, interactive storytime for toddlers! We'll sing, dance, read stories, and then we will get out some toys for a playtime afterwards. Great for ages 1-3.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting
Practice speed cubing (Rubik’s cubes).
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Large Meeting Room
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
6
2024
Sat
Homemade-ish: Crafty Starter Garden
10:30am - 11:30am
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:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies,
Home & Garden
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 April, we'll be making a crafty starter herb garden complete with D.I.Y.
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
4
2024
Thu
Bouncing Babies
11:00am - 11:30am
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
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 |
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
1
2024
Mon
Story Time Together
1:00pm - 1:30pm
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. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Large Meeting Room
Closed
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
1
2024
Mon
Teen School's Out Special: Bad Art & Ice Cream
1:00pm - 2:30pm
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:
Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining:
18
Event Details:
Absolutely no artistic talent is needed for this wacky competition! Kids in the 6th grade and up will use recycled craft materials and other random stuff we found around the library to create the worst piece of art they can imagine.
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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)
Apr
3
2024
Wed
Dwyer Homeschool Group - Pokemon Palooza
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting
Homeschool students will meet to present their Pokemon projects, trade Pokemon cards, play Pokemon games and explore the Pokemon universe!
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Tech Lab
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2 pm |
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
3
2024
Wed
Teen Mario Kart Tournament
3:30pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Let's go! Every Wednesday in the Teen Space, test your driving and Koopa shell dodging skills in our Mario Kart Tournament. Prizes for the top finishers! 6th grade and up.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Archive Room
Closed
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
4
2024
Thu
Tutoring Night Sponsored by Johnston High School NHS
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Archive Room
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Required
Seats Remaining:
13
Event Details:
6th - 12th grade students can receive free tutoring and homework help from the Johnston High School National Honor Society Tutoring Committee members.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
1
2024
Mon
Arts & Snacks
4:15pm - 5:00pm
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:
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
We will have hands-on art projects that will spark learning and discovery for kids in K-5 as well as a snack!
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
3
2024
Wed
Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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:
Study Room 3
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
4
2024
Thu
Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge Club
4:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Compete against other anime fans for fabulous prizes at JPL's Kahoot! Anime Trivia Challenge! Each week we'll feature trivia questions about a different anime series as well as sample a fun snack from Japan.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
4
2024
Thu
Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Join us for a Dragon Ball FighterZ throw down 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!
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Kids
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Closed
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Apr
4
2024
Thu
Kids Kitchen: Pinwheel Sandwiches
4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Ready for an afterschool treat? Kids can join our monthly cooking class to learn basic cooking skills and practice following a recipe. Registration is required for this class and is open to kids in elementary school.
This month, we're making pinwheel sandwiches and practicing knife safety skills.
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.
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5 pm |
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Reservation
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Apr
3
2024
Wed
Northwood Trail HOA Meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Archive Room
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
1
2024
Mon
Let's Talk English Conversation Group
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
ESL
Required
Seats Remaining:
9
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
2
2024
Tue
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room
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:
Other
Event Details:
Make a difference at your library! Students in 6th - 12th grade can suggest materials to order, plan programs, and volunteer. Applications can be found online here: goo.gl/JTmF54
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Reservation
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Apr
4
2024
Thu
Girl Scout Troop 846 Meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting
Work toward STEM career exploration badge
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Archive Room
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
4
2024
Thu
Everyday English
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Everyday English is an ongoing program designed for English language learnerning 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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