Closing Library Closed for Veterans' Day All Day Nov 11 2024 Mon Closing Library Closed for Veterans' Day All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library Description: JPL is closed for Veterans' Day on Monday, November 11, 2024.
This event is in the "Adults" group. NaNoWriMo Write-In 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Archive Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 13 2024 Wed NaNoWriMo Write-In 6:00pm - 8:00pm Archive Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Central Iowa Authors Inkwell group will be in the Archive Room doing timed writing sprints as part of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), where they work towards the goal of 50k words in November. All are welcome.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Archive Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. 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. Thursday Night Book Club 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Southeast Corner This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Thursday Night Book Club 6:30pm - 7:45pm Southeast Corner Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Southeast Corner 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's book is Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver.