This event is in the "Adults" group Lunchtime Lit Book Club 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Archive Room This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 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.org for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list. This month's book is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Let's Talk English Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Upcoming Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Registration Required 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 Silent Book Club 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Large Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Silent Book Club 6:30pm–8:00pm Large Meeting Room Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Looking for a cozy space to read and connect with fellow book lovers? Join the Johnston and Grimes Public Libraries at Silent Book Club! Unlike traditional book clubs, there's no required reading, just bring whatever you’re currently enjoying. Disclaimer(s) Photo/Film Consent By attending this event, you are giving consent for yourself and/or your child(ren) to be photographed/filmed during the event. Your image and likeness may be used to promote future events or for general library publicity.
This event is in the "Adults" group Retirement University: Wills and Estate Planning 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Retirement University: Wills and Estate Planning 6:00pm–7:30pm West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Upcoming Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Join attorney Joel Hjelmaas, Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney at Pearson Bollman Law, for a FREE informative and interactive workshop where we will go over...
This event is in the "Adults" group Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Archive Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Everyday English 6:30pm–7:45pm Archive Room Upcoming Library Branch: Johnston Public Library Room: Archive Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Registration Required 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.