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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov-Jan
2024
Holiday Light Recycling Drop-Off
All Day 11/12 - 1/31
Johnston Public Library
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Johnston Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
This season, Johnston Public Library is partnering with Metro Waste Authority to offer a drop-off hub for old or broken holiday lights.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Johnston Public Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov-Dec
2024
Warm Wishes Donation Drop-Off Location
All Day 11/21 - 12/11
Johnston Public Library
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Johnston Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
Help bring joy to the children at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital during this holiday season!
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
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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 is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Whisper Room
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Reservation
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Quarterly Planning Meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting
We are gathering with our district managers from Starbucks to have a planning session for the next quarter ahead. We will be bringing in lunch from Chipotle most likely. Library staff are welcome to have lunch with us!
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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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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
Discussing Adventure Pass Vendors
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 1
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services; Community Access Leaders
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting
Strategic and operational planning.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Tape Town
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
An interactive cityscape, connected with a network of masking tape roads, allows children to visit different parts of Tape Town with toy vehicles. A car wash and a grocery store will be just a few of the stops around town. Kids will strengthen motor skills, make connections and have lots of fun exploring Tape Town! Perfect for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome.
*A Terrific Tuesday Program
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.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Move & Groove
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:
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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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 "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
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.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Johnston Historical Society Museum Holiday Open House
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Age Group:
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
The Johnston Historical Society 2024 holiday open house will be at the Museum on Saturday, December 14, from 10 a.m.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Quick Craft: Holiday Cards
10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Youth Services Area
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
Stop by the youth services area between 10am-Noon for a quick craft! This is a drop-in program for kids, so no registration is necessary. Available while supplies last.
This month's craft is a holiday card and a special trinket for your loved ones.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
12
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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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:
Study Room 4
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
8
2024
Sun
Can You Find It?
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:
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.
Reservation
Large Meeting Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Home Alone 2: Interactive Movie
1:00pm - 3:00pm
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:
5
Event Details:
Join us for a special showing of Home Alone 2: Lost in New York with audience participation! We will provide a script as well as a movie prop kit with tons of fun interactive items to help you become a
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Kids
Large Meeting Room
Closed
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Interactive Movie: The Polar Express
1:00pm - 3:00pm
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:
Kids
Program Type:
Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining:
28
Event Details:
All aboard! We are taking a magical journey to the North Pole and watching The Polar Express movie (G). This event is for all ages. Anyone who wants to participate in the interactive elements of the program must register.
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
School's Out: Extended Teen Space Hours
1:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
School's out, so JPL's Teen Space has extended hours! Drop in anytime today between 1:00 - 6:00 pm to hang out, play video games, create art, and MORE! Home Alone 2: Lost in New York Interactive Movie starts at 1:00. Then, Smash Bros.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Department Head Roundtable
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting
Weekly roundtable discussion
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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 |
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
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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 event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Story Time Room
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
VolunTEENS
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room
Open
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Event Details:
Are you a student in 8th through 12th grade looking to make a difference in your community? Join our VolunTEEN program at JPL!
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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 3
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Teen Mario Kart Tournament
3:30pm - 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.
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 4
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament: Random Mayhem Edition
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:
"In this tournament, chaos is your only strategy!"
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Central Iowa Deaf Academy
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting
We will be meeting to prepare for a public forum in the establishment of a Deaf charter school.
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Dec
10
2024
Tue
Curriculum Silver Cord Volunteer Work
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting
Provide opportunity for students to earn Silver Cord hours by completing curriculum materials for the elementary schools I work in
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
11
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 held every Wednesday. 6th grade and up.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 2
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.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Anime Club
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Open
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:
22
Event Details:
Join JPL's Anime Club each week for Japanese snacks, anime trivia, and art projects! All fans welcome!
Registration is not required, but you will receive reminder emails about meetings if you register.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Kids
Story Time Room
Closed
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Calligraphy for Kids
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Time Room
Closed
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Learn the basics of the art of calligraphy and hand lettering, and learn to seal and send a letter in this exquisite class for classy kids in grades 3-5. You'll even go home with your own calligraphy pen! Registration is required.
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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 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.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert with the Peter Roberts Band
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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:
Performances
Event Details:
Get ready--the library is going to get loud! Join the Peter Roberts band on a musical exploration of A Charlie Brown Christmas.
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Reservation
Large Meeting Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting
Planning and rehearsing for IMA’s christmas program.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Large Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
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: https://www.johnstonlibrary.com/1366/Teen-Advisory-Board
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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 event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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:
Join us for a Dragon Ball FighterZ throwdown 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!
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 event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Let's Talk English Conversation Group
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room
Open
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
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
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Teen Board Game Club
6:00pm - 7:30pm
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Open
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Event Details:
Do you love board games? Are you looking to meet some fellow board game enthusiasts? Join us at JPL’s Teen Board Game Club, where each month, we’ll introduce you to a new game and teach you how to play it.
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.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Mini Book Personalized Ornaments
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Adults, come get crafty with us! We will be creating miniature book ornaments using YOUR favorite books! These ornaments are perfect for decorating your Christmas tree, gifting to friends, or adding a literary touch to your holiday décor.
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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)
Purpose of Meeting
Monthly planning meeting for train club
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Everyday English
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room
Open
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Thursday Night Book Club
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Southeast Corner
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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 Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams.
Reservation
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Comedy XPeriment Rehearsal
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
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