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Name: Save the Earth: Scavenger Hunt
Start: 2025-04-24
End: 2025-04-25
Location: Johnston Public Library

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Time	Sun (4/20)	Mon (4/21)	Tue (4/22)	Wed (4/23)	Thu (4/24)	Fri (4/25)	Sat (4/26)
All Day	Closing Library Closed for Easter All Day Branches: Johnston Public Library				This event is in the "Kids" group. Save the Earth: Scavenger Hunt All Day 4/24 - 4/25 Kids Youth Services Area This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Youth Services Area Age Group: Kids Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Schools out, so we've set up an Earth Day themed seek and find in the library. Stop by to follow the clues and riddles to win a prize. Recommended for kids in grades K-5.
9 am			Reservation Yoga with Janis 9:15am - 10:15am 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)		Reservation ChildServe Process Improvement 9:00am - 4:00pm Archive Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Reservation Tai Chi with Kristin 9:15am - 10:15am 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	Reservation Economic Assistance Leadership Meeting 9:30am - 3:30pm Archive Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Purpose of Meeting Iowa Health and Human Services, Division of Community Access and Eligibility; Economic Assistance Programs Leadership Meeting.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Free Shred Day 9:00am - 12:00pm Adults Library Parking Lot This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Library Parking Lot Age Group: Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Get rid of your old confidential documents in a safe and secure way at Johnston Public Library's free Shred Day.
10 am		This event is in the "Kids" group. Story Time Together 10:00am - 10:30am Kids Story Time Room This event is in the "Kids" group. 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 event is in the "Kids" group. Move & Groove 10:00am - 10:30am Kids Story Time Room This event is in the "Kids" group. 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.			Reservation Iowa Talented and Gifted Association 10:00am - 12:30pm Archive Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Purpose of Meeting Regularly scheduled Board of Directors meeting of the Iowa Gifted and Talented Association, the only non-profit professional organization in Iowa for teachers and parents of gifted learners.
11 am					This event is in the "Kids" group. Bouncing Babies 11:00am - 11:30am Kids Story Time Room This event is in the "Kids" group. 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.
12 pm							This event is in the "All Ages" group. Clothing Giveaway 12:30pm - 5:30pm All Ages Large Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Other Event Details: Need a wardrobe refresh? Stop by our Clothing Giveaway and browse a variety of gently used men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing—free for all!
1 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Craft Club and a Movie: Bedazzled Seashells & Moana 2 1:00pm - 2:45pm Teens Teen Space Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: We'll transform plain seashells into works of art while watching the hit movie Moana 2. For kids in 6th - 12th grade. This event is in the "Teens" group. School's Out: Extended Teen Space Hours 1:00pm - 6:00pm Teens Teen Space This event is in the "Teens" group. 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, watch a movie, play video games, create art, and MORE!	This event is in the "Teens" group. Tortured Poets Party 1:00pm - 2:30pm Teens Teen Space Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Entertainment Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Celebrate National Poetry Month with your favorite tortured poet, Taylor Swift! Play Taylor Swift music BINGO, make your own magnetic poetry set, and MORE! 6th grade and up. Registration appreciated. This event is in the "Teens" group. School's Out: Extended Teen Space Hours 1:00pm - 5:30pm Teens Teen Space This event is in the "Teens" group. 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 - 5:30 pm to hang out, play video games, create art, and MORE! Tortured Poets Party starts at 1:00.	Reservation Central Iowa Authors - R&R Kickoff 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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 Getting together to discuss and kickoff our editing month of May
2 pm		Reservation Study Room 4 2:30pm - 3:30pm Study Room 4 This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Study Room 4			This event is in the "Kids" group. Recycled Art: Plastic Fusion 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids Large Meeting Room Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: We are making recycled art, reusing plastic bags to make a custom tote bag or wallet. The choice is yours! Feel free to bring your own plastic bags to use in this craft if you want. Bright colors are best. 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.
3 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Mario Kart Tournament 3:30pm - 4:00pm Teens Teen Space This event is in the "Teens" group. 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 event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Mario Kart Tournament 3:00pm - 4:00pm Teens Teen Space This event is in the "Teens" group. 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group. Library STEM Lab 4:15pm - 5:00pm Kids Story Time Room Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Play & Learn Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Stop in to test out our STEM experiments, tech toys, robots, and more! New themes and challenges each month. Great for kids in grades K-5. Registration required. 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 event is in the "Teens" group. Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens Teen Space This event is in the "Teens" group. 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. Reservation Study Room 3 4:15pm - 6:30pm Study Room 3 This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Study Room 3	This event is in the "Teens" group. Anime Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens Teen Space Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Entertainment Required Seats Remaining: 18 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 "Teens" group. Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament: Random Mayhem Edition 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens Teen Space This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: "In this tournament, chaos is your only strategy!"
5 pm		Reservation Bent Tree Meadows HOA 5:15pm - 7:15pm 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) Reservation Bent Tree Villas 5:30pm - 7:30pm 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 Board Meeting	This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Tuesday 5 Minute Crafts: Awesome vs. Awkward 5:00pm - 6:00pm Teens Large Meeting Room Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Open Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Required Seats Remaining: 23 Event Details: Ready to test out the wildest DIY hacks straight from the "5-Minute Crafts" YouTube channel?	Reservation Central Iowa SHRM Certification Practice Test Review 5:30pm - 7:30pm Archive Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Purpose of Meeting We will be using this time to review test materials with Central Iowa HR professionals who are preparing for certification.	This event is in the "Teens" group. Dragon Ball FighterZ Tournament 5:00pm - 6:00pm Teens Teen Space This event is in the "Teens" group. 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!
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.			This event is in the "Adults" group. Everyday English 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Archive Room Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. 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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