Events at the Library
Sunday, June 26th
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Create A Craft
Youth Services Area Sun., Jun. 26th All Day
Come to the library to make a fun craft. All supplies are provided, no registration is necessary for this drop-in craft time. Kits will be available for those wanting to take the craft home. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Monday, June 27th
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Story Time Together
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), Story Time Room Mon., Jun. 27th 9:30am - 10:00am
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. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
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Story Time Together
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), Story Time Room Mon., Jun. 27th 10:00am - 10:30am
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. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Tuesday, June 28th
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Bubble Party!
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), JPL Outdoor Patio Tue., Jun. 28th 10:30am - 11:30am
Bubbles, bubbles, everywhere! A variety of bubble supplies will be provided to create fun and unique bubble art. All ages are welcome! Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, June 29th
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Nature Play
Story Time Room, JPL Outdoor Patio Wed., Jun. 29th 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for a story and nature play each week. Nature play includes actively playing outside or learning about the outdoors. Activities will include rock hunting, cloud watching, wildlife education, and so much more! Prepare your child for messy play! Nature play will occur outdoors when weather permits. Recommended for grades K-5, but all ages welcome. Children under age 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Thursday, June 30th
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Bouncing Babies
Story Time Room Thu., Jun. 30th 11:00am - 11:30am
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. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
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Crafternoon
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Thu., Jun. 30th 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Join us for a fun and easy craft program with a different project every week! We'll supply the materials and you supply the creativity! This program is for kids going into grades k-5. required. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
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Story Stroll: From Head To Toe
Johnston Public Library Thu., Jun. 30th All Day
Join us for a self-guided Story Stroll! Families will enjoy strolling along sidewalks near the library while reading a picture book which is displayed on posts along the sidewalk. For all ages. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Saturday, July 2nd
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sat., Jul. 2nd All Day
Join us for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Sunday, July 3rd
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sun., Jul. 3rd All Day
Join us for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Tuesday, July 5th
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Magnet Play!
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), JPL Outdoor Patio Tue., Jul. 5th 10:30am - 11:30am
Explore the power of magnets through hands-on play. Magnet activities and a craft will be provided during this open play program. For all ages. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program
Category: Kids
Wednesday, July 6th
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Nature Play- Owls With Polk County Conservation
Story Time Room, JPL Outdoor Patio Wed., Jul. 6th 10:00am - 10:30am
Join Polk County Conservation for this very special Nature Play! A Naturalist will discuss how different adaptations of owls enable them to be good predators. Following the presentation, participants will be given the opportunity to dissect a real owl pellet!
Category: Kids
Thursday, July 7th
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Bouncing Babies
Story Time Room Thu., Jul. 7th 11:00am - 11:30am
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. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
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Crafternoon
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Thu., Jul. 7th 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Join us for a fun and easy craft program with a different project every week! We'll supply the materials and you supply the creativity! This program is for kids going into grades k-5. required. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Part of the Summer Reading Program 2022.
Category: Kids
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Block Party!
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), Story Time Room Thu., Jul. 7th 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for an hour of fun playing with a variety of blocks and other building materials. Come see what it is all about and have some CONSTRUCTIVE FUN!!! Perfect for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Friday, July 8th
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Zoo To You With Blank Park Zoo
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Fri., Jul. 8th 11:00am - 11:45am
See different animals up close and learn about what they eat, where they live and other fun facts! Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Saturday, July 9th
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Create A Craft
Youth Services Area Sat., Jul. 9th All Day
Come to the library to make a fun craft. All supplies are provided, no registration is necessary for this drop-in craft time. Kits will be available for those wanting to take the craft home. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Sunday, July 10th
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Create A Craft
Youth Services Area Sun., Jul. 10th All Day
Come to the library to make a fun craft. All supplies are provided, no registration is necessary for this drop-in craft time. Kits will be available for those wanting to take the craft home. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Monday, July 11th
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Story Time Together
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), Story Time Room Mon., Jul. 11th 9:30am - 10:00am
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. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
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Story Time Together
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), Story Time Room Mon., Jul. 11th 10:00am - 10:30am
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. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Tuesday, July 12th
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Parachute Story Time
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), JPL Outdoor Patio Tue., Jul. 12th 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us for stories and parachute games! Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, July 13th
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Nature Play
Story Time Room, JPL Outdoor Patio Wed., Jul. 13th 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for a story and nature play each week. Nature play includes actively playing outside or learning about the outdoors. Activities will include rock hunting, cloud watching, wildlife education, and so much more! Prepare your child for messy play! Nature play will occur outdoors when weather permits. Recommended for grades K-5, but all ages welcome. Children under age 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
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Boxcar Drive-In
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Wed., Jul. 13th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bring a box big enough for your child to sit innd come on over to our Boxcar Drive-in. All other supplies to turn your box into a car will be provided, along with a snack and a short movie. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Thursday, July 14th
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Bouncing Babies
Story Time Room Thu., Jul. 14th 11:00am - 11:30am
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. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
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Crafternoon
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Thu., Jul. 14th 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Join us for a fun and easy craft program with a different project every week! We'll supply the materials and you supply the creativity! This program is for kids going into grades k-5. required. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
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Story Stroll: One Dog Canoe
Johnston Public Library Thu., Jul. 14th All Day
Join us for a self-guided Story Stroll! Families will enjoy strolling along sidewalks near the library while reading a picture book which is displayed on posts along the sidewalk. For all ages. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Saturday, July 16th
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sat., Jul. 16th All Day
Join us for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Sunday, July 17th
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sun., Jul. 17th All Day
Join us for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
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Critter Camp Drop-Off
Johnston Public Library Sun., Jul. 17th All Day
Drop off your favorite stuffed-animal critter for Critter Camp. Your animal will enjoy a fun-filled week at camp. Pick up your stuffed animal on Thursday, July 21 and discover what the critters did while they were away at camp. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Monday, July 18th
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Story Time To-Go Activity Kits
Youth Services Area Mon., Jul. 18th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Swing by JPL to pick up a story time craft and activity kit. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers. *Kits will be available while supplies lasts. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Thursday, July 21st
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Baby Busy Bags
Youth Services Area Thu., Jul. 21st 11:00am - 12:00pm
Busy bags are filled with baby safe activities that work on gross and fine motor skills, sorting, stacking, and encourages exploration! Perfect for babies 6 months-18 months old. While supplies lasts. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
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Critter Camp Pick-Up
Johnston Public Library Thu., Jul. 21st All Day
Drop off your favorite stuffed-animal critter for Critter Camp. Your animal will enjoy a fun-filled week at camp. Pick up your stuffed animal on Thursday, July 21 and discover what the critters did while they were away at camp. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Saturday, July 23rd
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Create A Craft
Youth Services Area Sat., Jul. 23rd All Day
Come to the library to make a fun craft. All supplies are provided, no registration is necessary for this drop-in craft time. Kits will be available for those wanting to take the craft home. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Sunday, July 24th
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Create A Craft
Youth Services Area Sun., Jul. 24th All Day
Come to the library to make a fun craft. All supplies are provided, no registration is necessary for this drop-in craft time. Kits will be available for those wanting to take the craft home. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Monday, July 25th
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Story Time To-Go Activity Kits
Youth Services Area Mon., Jul. 25th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Swing by JPL to pick up a story time craft and activity kit. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers. *Kits will be available while supplies lasts. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids
Thursday, July 28th
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Baby Busy Bags
Youth Services Area Thu., Jul. 28th 11:00am - 12:00pm
Busy bags are filled with baby safe activities that work on gross and fine motor skills, sorting, stacking, and encourages exploration! Perfect for babies 6 months-18 months old. While supplies lasts. Part of the 2022 Summer Library Program.
Category: Kids