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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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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
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.
Dec
16
2024
Mon
Story Time Together
10:00am - 10:30am
Story Time Room
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.
Dec
17
2024
Tue
Wonder Works
10:30am - 11:30am
Story Time Room
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Your babies and toddlers will squish and smush their way to a good time with this multi-sensory playtime. Be sure to dress for a mess! Great for kids 18 months-4 years old.
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
18
2024
Wed
Move & Groove
10:00am - 10:30am
Story Time Room
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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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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Dec
17
2024
Tue
Johnston Kiwanis Board Meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
19
2024
Thu
Bouncing Babies
11:00am - 11:30am
Story Time Room
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 event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
19
2024
Thu
Lunchtime Lit Book Club
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Archive Room
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Meet up with fellow book lovers for good books and good discussion at this lunchtime book club. Books are available a month in advance at the Circulation Desk. Lunchtime Lit 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 Farmer's Wife by Helen Rebanks.
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1 pm |
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
15
2024
Sun
Can You Find It?
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Area
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.
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Dec
16
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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2 pm |
Reservation
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Dec
15
2024
Sun
Central Iowa Cubers (Corny Cubers)
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Purpose of Meeting
Meeting of Central Iowa Cubers
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Story Time Room
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
21
2024
Sat
VolunTEENS
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room
Open
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Required
Seats Remaining:
9
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 event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
18
2024
Wed
Teen Mario Kart Tournament
3:30pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space
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.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
16
2024
Mon
LEGO® Club
4:15pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
LEGO Club provides a fun atmosphere where children can learn, build and play with the library’s set of LEGOs. Each meeting offers a new challenge. Great for kids in grades K-5. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
18
2024
Wed
Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
19
2024
Thu
Anime Club
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space
Open
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.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
19
2024
Thu
Doodlerz Art Studio
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Time Room
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Love to doodle, scribble, and sketch? Learn new drawing techniques, practice your art skills, and chill with your friends. Registration is required for kids in grades 3-5.
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5 pm |
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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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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
Large Meeting Room
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
17
2024
Tue
Dungeons & Dragons
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Open
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
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 part of a combined series.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
19
2024
Thu
Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space
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!
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 1
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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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
16
2024
Mon
Let's Talk English Conversation Group
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room
Open
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
19
2024
Thu
Everyday English
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Archive Room
Open
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.
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