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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 1
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Reservation
West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Maverik Rebrand Meeting - PAID
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 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 1
Reservation
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large)
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Maverik Rebrand Meeting - PAID
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 is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting
Program of work, team development
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 2
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
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 3
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Aug
15
2025
Fri
Homeowners Insurance Meeting
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
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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 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 "Kids" group
Aug
10
2025
Sun
Can You Find It?
1:00pm–4:00pm
Youth Services Area
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.
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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 1
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 1
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 2
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 2
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Cancelled
Teens
Teen Space
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Cancelled
CANCELLED Jackbox Games
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:
Drop by the teen space for a fun afternoon of Jackbox Games. From quick-draw battles to hilarious quizzes and bluffing games, Jackbox is a collection of interactive party games you play using your phone or other device as a controller.
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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
Art Gallery
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
Aug
16
2025
Sat
Artist Reception for Penny C. Wang
3:00pm–5:00pm
Art Gallery
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Art Gallery
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Exhibits
Event Details:
Visit the JPL Art Gallery featuring work by artist Penny C. Wang. Wang has experimented with a unique style of painting called ribbon art painting, using acrylic paint on canvas.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
JPL Book Bike at the Johnston Farmer's Market
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
We're taking JPL on the road. Come visit the JPL Book Bike at the Farmer's Market.
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
Cancelled
Teens
Teen Space
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Cancelled
CANCELLED Teen Mario Kart Tournament
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:
Teen Space Update! Our regular teen programs — Jackbox Games, Mario Kart & Smash Bros. Tournament, and Anime Club — will be on break August 1–24 while we gear up for fall.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Cancelled
Teens
Teen Space
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Cancelled
CANCELLED Anime Club
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
Event Details:
Teen Space Update! Our regular teen programs — Jackbox Games, Mario Kart & Smash Bros. Tournament, and Anime Club — will be on break August 1–24 while we gear up for fall.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Study Room 1
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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 event is in the "Teens" group
Cancelled
Teens
Teen Space
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Cancelled
CANCELLED Teen Smash Bros. Tournament
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:
Teen Space Update! Our regular teen programs — Jackbox Games, Mario Kart & Smash Bros. Tournament, and Anime Club — will be on break August 1–24 while we gear up for fall.
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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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Let's Talk English Conversation Group
6:30pm–7:45pm
Archive Room
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
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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Aug
13
2025
Wed
Des Moines Oak Leafs Board Meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Johnston Public Library
Room:
Archive Room
Purpose of Meeting
We are a local non-profit high school hockey club looking to host our monthly board meeting
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Everyday English
6:30pm–7:45pm
Archive Room
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
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
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Thursday Night Book Club
6:30pm–7:45pm
Southeast Corner
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.org for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
This month's book is Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green.
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