9 am |
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Tech Lab
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
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:
Archive Room
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Reservation
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Jun
12
2024
Wed
United Ways of Iowa Annual Meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting
Annual meeting of local United Ways across Iowa.
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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)
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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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Book Bike
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jun
15
2024
Sat
JPL Book Bike at Green Days Parade
9:30am - 11:00am
Book Bike
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Book Bike
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Other
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
10
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. 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 2
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
Kids
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Move & Groove
10:00am - 11:00am
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
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:
Health & Wellness,
Story Hours
Get ready to move at a special storytime that will get you and your kids up on your feet! This is a high-energy story time for kids of all ages.
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Jun
13
2024
Thu
Proctored Test for Will S.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 1
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.
Kids
Large Meeting Room
Closed
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
14
2024
Fri
Pony Tales with Elvis the Pony
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:
Kids
Program Type:
Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Local author Tiffany Lauer will be bringing the star of her picture book series, Elvis the Pony, to JPL for a special event full of stories, pets, and animal facts. This event will be outside, so please dress appropriately.
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.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Large Meeting Room
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
15
2024
Sat
Homemade-ish: DIY Beeswax Lip Balm
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,
Presentations
Required
Seats Remaining:
5
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.
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11 am |
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Jun
12
2024
Wed
United Ways of Iowa Annual Meeting - Breakout Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting
THis is a breakout room for our annual meeting, currently scheduled in the West Meeting Room.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 2
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 3
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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 |
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
9
2024
Sun
Can You Find It?
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Tech Lab
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
10
2024
Mon
LEGO Party!
1:00pm - 2:00pm
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:
Kids
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Test your engineering skills with LEGO building challenges, LEGO-themed crafts, and even more LEGO fun at JPL's LEGO Party! Great for kids in k-5.
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 is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
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 3
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
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2 pm |
Reservation
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Jun
9
2024
Sun
Hemmingway and Pro Writing Aid Workshop
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting
One of the members will present on the uses of an editor app Hemmingway and Pro Writing Aid. She will walk through the functions of both apps and what they can be used for.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
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3 pm |
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
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.
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Teen Mario Kart Tournament
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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
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. No tournament July 10. 6th grade and up.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun
13
2024
Thu
Dragon Ball Anime Club
3:30pm - 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
Event Details:
Every Thursday, hang out with fellow Dragon Ball fans! We'll watch the anime, compete in trivia, eat Japanese snacks, and end with a Dragon Ball FighterZ video game tournament. 6th grade and up. No meeting July 11.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun
14
2024
Fri
Flashback Friday Flicks: Ratatouille
3:00pm - 5:00pm
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:
3
Event Details:
Drop into the Teen Space and watch a classic movie! We'll have snacks, drinks, and a fun, movie-related activity. For kids entering 6th grade and up.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Adults,
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jun
15
2024
Sat
Library Loud: NOLA Jazz Trio Concert
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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:
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Entertainment,
Performances
Event Details:
The NOLA Jazz Trio featuring Jeff Kane on clarinet, Jamie Poulsen on piano, and Spencer Paulsen on bass will be at Johnston Public Library for an indoor concert in the library on Saturday, June 15 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun
10
2024
Mon
Dungeons & Dragons
4:00pm - 5:30pm
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:
Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
All levels of experience are welcome! We will host four sessions this summer - June 10 & 24 and July 8 & 22. Separate registration is required for each session. Come to one, or join us for all four!
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 2
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Large Meeting Room
Closed
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun
11
2024
Tue
Teen Tuesday Taste Test Challenge: Foods that POP!
4:30pm - 6:00pm
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:
Cooking & Food
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Are your taste buds ready to party? Join us for blind taste tests, name-brand vs.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 1
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun
12
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
Event Details:
Test your skills! Prizes and bragging rights for the winners. Tournaments help every Wednesday - except July 10. 6th grade and up.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
Kids
Large Meeting Room
Closed
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
13
2024
Thu
Silly Squishies
4:30pm - 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:
Kids
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Create your own colorful, squishy toy (like a stress ball, but better). This program will get messy, so please dress accordingly. Registration is required. (Grades K-5)
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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Jun
11
2024
Tue
Johnston Arts Council Meeting
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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Reservation
Large Meeting Room
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Terrace Ridge HOA meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
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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.
Jun
10
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 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 "Kids" group.
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Wild Rumpus
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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:
Play & Learn
Come join us in expending some pent up energy in this specially designed active playtime for little ones. Have fun jumping, crawling, and balancing through a pint-sized obstacle course.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Archive Room
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
13
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 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Large Meeting Room
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
13
2024
Thu
Library Talk: Poverty in Iowa
6:30pm - 7:45pm
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:
Book Clubs,
Presentations
Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
The Johnston Public Library, along with other Iowa libraries and Uplift - The Central Iowa Basic Income Pilot, is hosting a series of programs focused on fostering community conversations about poverty and its impact in Iowa.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
13
2024
Thu
Thursday Night Book Club
6:30pm - 7:45pm
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:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Join fellow local book lovers to discuss great books and enjoy lively conversation. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month in advance while supplies last. Thursday Night Book Club meets in person at JPL and online via Zoom. Email Beth at stevens@johnstonlibrary.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
This month, Thursday Night Book Club discussion will join the Library Talk: Poverty in Iowa discussion.
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