Johnston Public Library

9:00am-5:30pm

Johnston Public Library
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Johnston, IA 50131
United States

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Sun: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm

Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:30pm

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (6/15)	Mon (6/16)	Tue (6/17)	Wed (6/18)	Thu (6/19)	Fri (6/20)	Sat (6/21)
10 am		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Pony Tales with Elvis the Pony 10:00am–10:30am Kids, All Ages Large Meeting Room This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, All Ages Program Type: Story Hours 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. 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 "Kids" group Pop-Up Library at Terra Park 10:00am–11:00am Kids Offsite Event This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Kids Program Type: Play & Learn, Story Hours Event Details: Visit us at various parks throughout Johnston this summer, weather permitting. Create a fun craft, explore different activities, and participate in our Summer Library Program and earn prizes!	This event is in the "Kids" group Move & Groove 10:00am–10:30am Kids Large Meeting Room This event is in the "Kids" group 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: Health & Wellness, Story Hours Event Details: Get ready to move at a special story time that will get you and your kids up on your feet! This is a high-energy story time for kids of all ages. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults - Ages 9 and under Children ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
11 am						This event is in the "Kids" group Minecraft BINGO 11:00am–12:00pm Kids Large Meeting Room Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group 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: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: First we mine, then we craft, then we play BINGO! Win prizes in this Minecraft themed BINGO for kids in grades K-5. Registration required. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults - Ages 9 and under Children ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
12 pm
1 pm	This event is in the "Kids" group Can You Find It? 1:00pm–4:00pm Kids Youth Services Area This event is in the "Kids" group 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 event is in the "Kids" group Minecraft BINGO 1:00pm–2:00pm Kids Large Meeting Room Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group 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: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: First we mine, then we craft, then we play BINGO! Win prizes in this Minecraft themed BINGO for kids in grades K-5. Registration required. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults - Ages 9 and under Children ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
2 pm				This event is in the "Kids" group Dance with the Yaro Dance Company 2:00pm–2:45pm Kids Large Meeting Room This event is in the "Kids" group 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: Performances Event Details: Try some basic moves from different dance styles, learn a little history behind dance, and watch short performances from the Yaro Dance Company. Dancers will be there to show off their shoes and costumes and talk about their love of dance! Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults - Ages 9 and under Children ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Duke Otherwise in Concert 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, All Ages Large Meeting Room This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Duke Otherwise is a playful wordsmith, a spirited performer, a skilled guitarist and captivating tap-dancer. Using his distinct baritone, he sings his hilarious and imaginative songs that all ages will delight in together. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults - Ages 9 and under Children ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
3 pm
4 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group Library Lab: Science Splash 4:00pm–5:00pm Kids Story Time Room This event is in the "Kids" group 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 Event Details: We will be making a science splash with a bunch of wet and wild water experiments! This program will be partially outside on the patio. Be sure to dress appropriately. No registration is required. Grades K-5. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults - Ages 9 and under Children ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.			This event is in the "Kids" group Pokémon Kids Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids Story Time Room Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group 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: Gaming, Entertainment Registration Required Event Details: Grab a Pokéball and head to the library! Whether you like the show, the comics, or the card game, this is a program for Pokémon fans!