Events at the Library
Monday, May 23rd
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., May. 23rd 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, May 25th
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Ell Collaboration Meeting
Archive Room Wed., May. 25th 10:00am - 11:00am
Discussion regarding a cooperative effort to bring the Welcome English AmeriCorps program to Johnston
Category: Adult & Family
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., May. 25th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, May 26th
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., May. 26th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, May 30th
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Library Closed For The Observance Of Memorial Day
Johnston Public Library Mon., May. 30th All Day
Category: Adult & Family
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Lonely Readers Club
Online Mon., May. 30th All Day
Flirting with the idea of a book club, but not interested in peopling or meeting? We get you. The JPL Lonely Readers Club is all of the book club with none of the meetings. The book for the month will be announced via the Facebook group @ facebook.com/groups/JPLLonelyReadersClub. Print copies of the Lonely Readers Club book of the month will be available at JPL beginning the 8th of the month, while supplies last. If you're feeling social, (as in, social media social), join the JPL Lonely Readers Club Facebook group and chat with fellow readers about characters, plot, how that one character really bothered you, or whatever else you need to get off your chest. It's the literary lonely hearts club for that little bit of recluse in all of us! Discussion begins online on the last Monday of each month.
Category: Adult & Family
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[CANCELLED] Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., May. 30th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Tuesday, May 31st
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Well Red Book Club
Pagliai's Pizza Tue., May. 31st 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Join the Johnston Public Library's Well Red Book Club that meets on the last Tuesday of every month. Join the Well Red Book Club that meets at Pagliai's Pizza in Johnston. Come for the book, come for the conversation, come for a glass of wine or beer. This month's book is "I Will Send Rain" by Rae Meadows. Email Dreama at deskins@johnstonlibrary.com to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, June 1st
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Jun. 1st 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, June 2nd
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Jun. 2nd 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Sunday, June 5th
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Sunday Card Crafting Club
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Jun. 5th 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month between 1:30pm and 3:00 pm to explore card-making. Dreama and her team will have monthly crafting kits pre-packed with instructions for easy grab-and-go pickups, while supplies last. If you prefer, grab a chair and work on the monthly kit or your own card project and take advantage of our expert help, tools, and crafty company. We'll provide an assortment of card-making equipment and supplies to make your own version of the month's theme. Leave the kids at home for this one--adults, this crafting time is just for you!
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, June 6th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Jun. 6th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, June 8th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Jun. 8th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, June 9th
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Thursday Night Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Jun. 9th 6:30pm - 7:45pm
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. This month's book is "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak. Thursday Night Book Club meets in person at JPL and online via Zoom. Email Beth at stevens@johnstonlibrary.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Jun. 9th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, June 11th
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Globally Good: International Cooking Class Series
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sat., Jun. 11th 10:30am - 11:30am
Join your neighbors at Johnston Public Library's Globally Good: International Cooking Series to experience cultures and foods beyond your front door. This month, Sonal Mistry, a CultureAll Ambassador will teach us about the rich culture and traditions of her native India. Sonal will demonstrate how to make a traditional Indian dish and samples will be provided. Registration is required for this free event.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, June 13th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Jun. 13th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, June 15th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Jun. 15th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, June 16th
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Lunchtime Lit Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Jun. 16th 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meet up with fellow book lovers for good books and good discussion at this lunchtime book club. This month's book is "Liar's Dictionary" by Eley Williams. 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.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Library Board Meeting
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Thu., Jun. 16th 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Jun. 16th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, June 18th
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Saturday Morning Knitting Group
Story Time Room, Johnston Public Library Sat., Jun. 18th 10:30am - 12:00pm
The June 18th Saturday Morning Knitting Group will not have a knitting teacher in attendance, but knitters are welcome to come to JPL at the regularly scheduled time between 10:30am and noon to knit or crochet with other fiber enthusiasts. Make sure you join up again in July when Erica will be back with her knitting needles in hand, ready to teach beginners or chat with experienced knitters and geek out about all-things-crafty with everyone.
Category: Adult & Family
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Shiip Welcome To Medicare Seminar
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sat., Jun. 18th 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join a SHIIP Senior Medicare Patrol Counselor from the State of Iowa to learn how to effectively navigate Medicare, including Medicare A, B, C, and D, supplemental insurance, and everything you need to know to avoid Medicare fraud. Please register for this free event.
Category: Adult & Family
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Fly Fishing In Iowa
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sat., Jun. 18th 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Did you know you can fly fish for trout in Iowa? Iowa actually has over 100 miles of publicly accessible cold water trout streams in NE Iowa in a region called the Driftless. Trout streams are regularly stocked with rainbow trout during the summer and there are naturally reproducing brown and brook trout. Brook trout are native to Iowa. Join anglers from Trout Unlimited North Bear Chapter and Central Iowa Fly Fishers (CIFF) on Saturday, June 18th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm to try your hand at fly tying and casting a fly rod at the library pond. All you need to bring is your interest in learning about the sport and your enthusiasm. Fly rods and fly tying materials will be provided to use during the class. Please register for this free activity. Trout Unlimited North Bear Chapter and CIFF partners with public, business and government interests to enhance and protect the critical environments needed to restore the state's native trout populations. Working together to benefit the common good of Iowa fisheries and the environment is a cornerstone of TU and CIFF restoration philosophy.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, June 20th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Jun. 20th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, June 22nd
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Jun. 22nd 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, June 23rd
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Jun. 23rd 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, June 25th
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Really? Media Literacy Training With News Literacy Project
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sat., Jun. 25th 10:30am - 11:30am
Today's information landscape is the most complex in human history, and the need for news literacy has never been greater. A 2019 Pew Research Center Study found that only a minority of adults could correctly differentiate between fact and opinion in media sources. Join Jill Hofmockel, News Literacy Project Ambassador, to learn the news literacy skills necessary to be smart, active consumers of news and information and equal and engaged participants in democracy.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, June 27th
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Lonely Readers Club
Online Mon., Jun. 27th All Day
Flirting with the idea of a book club, but not interested in peopling or meeting? We get you. The JPL Lonely Readers Club is all of the book club with none of the meetings. The book for the month will be announced via the Facebook group @ facebook.com/groups/JPLLonelyReadersClub. Print copies of the Lonely Readers Club book of the month will be available at JPL beginning the 8th of the month, while supplies last. If you're feeling social, (as in, social media social), join the JPL Lonely Readers Club Facebook group and chat with fellow readers about characters, plot, how that one character really bothered you, or whatever else you need to get off your chest. It's the literary lonely hearts club for that little bit of recluse in all of us! Discussion begins online on the last Monday of each month.
Category: Adult & Family
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Jun. 27th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Tuesday, June 28th
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Well Red Book Club
Pagliai's Pizza Tue., Jun. 28th 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Join the Johnston Public Library's Well Red Book Club that meets on the last Tuesday of every month. Join the Well Red Book Club that meets at Pagliai's Pizza in Johnston. Come for the book, come for the conversation, come for a glass of wine or beer. This month's book is "The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry" by Rachel Joyce. Email Dreama at deskins@johnstonlibrary.com to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, June 29th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Jun. 29th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, June 30th
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Jun. 30th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Sunday, July 3rd
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Sunday Card Crafting Club
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Jul. 3rd 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month between 1:30pm and 3:00 pm to explore card-making. Dreama and her team will have monthly crafting kits pre-packed with instructions for easy grab-and-go pickups, while supplies last. If you prefer, grab a chair and work on the monthly kit or your own card project and take advantage of our expert help, tools, and crafty company. We'll provide an assortment of card-making equipment and supplies to make your own version of the month's theme. Leave the kids at home for this one--adults, this crafting time is just for you!
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, July 4th
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[CANCELLED] Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Jul. 4th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, July 6th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Jul. 6th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, July 7th
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Jul. 7th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, July 9th
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Globally Good: International Cooking Class Series
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sat., Jul. 9th 10:30am - 11:30am
Join your neighbors at Johnston Public Library Globally Good: International Cooking Series to experience cultures and foods beyond your front door. Come to JPL on the second Saturday of June, July, and August at 10:30am to learn how to cook regional specialties from three different cultures; each month will feature the cuisine from a different country. Registration is required for these free classes.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, July 11th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Jul. 11th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, July 13th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Jul. 13th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, July 14th
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Thursday Night Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Jul. 14th 6:30pm - 7:45pm
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. This month's book is "Disappearing Earth" by Julia Phillips. Thursday Night Book Club meets in person at JPL and online via Zoom. Email Beth at stevens@johnstonlibrary.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Jul. 14th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, July 16th
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Saturday Morning Knitting Group
Story Time Room, Johnston Public Library Sat., Jul. 16th 10:30am - 12:00pm
Learn to knit, sharpen your skills, meet some pals and just geek out about crafts in general. Erica Carnes invites you to drop-in, bring your knitting and join the group every third Saturday of the month from 10:30am to noon. Due to the proximity required to teach knitting, masks are required at this in-person class. Disposable masks will be available. Erica has been knitting since 2004 and teaching knitting to anyone that will listen since 2010. She enjoys bright colors, natural fibers and pieces that step away from the norm.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, July 18th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Jul. 18th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, July 20th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Jul. 20th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, July 21st
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Lunchtime Lit Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Jul. 21st 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meet up with fellow book lovers for good books and good discussion at this lunchtime book club. This month's book is "Matrix" by Lauren Groff. 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.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Library Board Meeting
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Thu., Jul. 21st 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Jul. 21st 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, July 23rd
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Hive To Table Cooking Class And Local Beekeeper Visit
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sat., Jul. 23rd 10:30am - 11:30am
Bring a little honey-sweetened goodness to your morning! Bee part of this class where local beekeeper Steve Rimathe from Madrid, who has 14 hives, will share fun and interesting facts about honeybees. He'll tell about the tools he uses for beekeeping, how he tends to the hives, and how he harvests and jars the honey. Food Editor Lois Carpenter will show how to make your own hot honey and share recipes and samples for Hot Honey Chicken over Waffles and Honey-Cashew Cookie Bars.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, July 25th
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Lonely Readers Club
Online Mon., Jul. 25th All Day
Flirting with the idea of a book club, but not interested in peopling or meeting? We get you. The JPL Lonely Readers Club is all of the book club with none of the meetings. The book for the month will be announced via the Facebook group @ facebook.com/groups/JPLLonelyReadersClub. Print copies of the Lonely Readers Club book of the month will be available at JPL beginning the 8th of the month, while supplies last. If you're feeling social, (as in, social media social), join the JPL Lonely Readers Club Facebook group and chat with fellow readers about characters, plot, how that one character really bothered you, or whatever else you need to get off your chest. It's the literary lonely hearts club for that little bit of recluse in all of us! Discussion begins online on the last Monday of each month.
Category: Adult & Family
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Jul. 25th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Tuesday, July 26th
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Well Red Book Club
Pagliai's Pizza Tue., Jul. 26th 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Join the Johnston Public Library's Well Red Book Club that meets on the last Tuesday of every month. Join the Well Red Book Club that meets at Pagliai's Pizza in Johnston. Come for the book, come for the conversation, come for a glass of wine or beer. This month's book is "Hillbilly Elegy" by J.D. Vance. Email Dreama at deskins@johnstonlibrary.com to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, July 27th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Jul. 27th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, July 28th
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Jul. 28th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, August 1st
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Aug. 1st 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, August 3rd
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Aug. 3rd 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, August 4th
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Aug. 4th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Sunday, August 7th
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Sunday Card Crafting Club
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Aug. 7th 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month between 1:30pm and 3:00 pm to explore card-making. Dreama and her team will have monthly crafting kits pre-packed with instructions for easy grab-and-go pickups, while supplies last. If you prefer, grab a chair and work on the monthly kit or your own card project and take advantage of our expert help, tools, and crafty company. We'll provide an assortment of card-making equipment and supplies to make your own version of the month's theme. Leave the kids at home for this one--adults, this crafting time is just for you!
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, August 8th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Aug. 8th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, August 10th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Aug. 10th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, August 11th
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Thursday Night Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Aug. 11th 6:30pm - 7:45pm
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. This month's book is "The Plot" by Jean Hanff Korelitz. Thursday Night Book Club meets in person at JPL and online via Zoom. Email Beth at stevens@johnstonlibrary.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Aug. 11th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, August 13th
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Globally Good: International Cooking Class Series
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sat., Aug. 13th 10:30am - 11:30am
Join your neighbors at Johnston Public Library Globally Good: International Cooking Series to experience cultures and foods beyond your front door. Come to JPL on the second Saturday of June, July, and August at 10:30am to learn how to cook regional specialties from three different cultures; each month will feature the cuisine from a different country. Registration is required for these free classes.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, August 15th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Aug. 15th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, August 17th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Aug. 17th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, August 18th
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Lunchtime Lit Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Aug. 18th 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meet up with fellow book lovers for good books and good discussion at this lunchtime book club. This month's book is "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak. 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.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Library Board Meeting
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Thu., Aug. 18th 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Aug. 18th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, August 20th
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Saturday Morning Knitting Group
Story Time Room, Johnston Public Library Sat., Aug. 20th 10:30am - 12:00pm
Learn to knit, sharpen your skills, meet some pals and just geek out about crafts in general. Erica Carnes invites you to drop-in, bring your knitting and join the group every third Saturday of the month from 10:30am to noon. Due to the proximity required to teach knitting, masks are required at this in-person class. Disposable masks will be available. Erica has been knitting since 2004 and teaching knitting to anyone that will listen since 2010. She enjoys bright colors, natural fibers and pieces that step away from the norm.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, August 22nd
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Aug. 22nd 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, August 24th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Aug. 24th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, August 25th
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Aug. 25th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, August 27th
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Make It: Jpl Craft Workshop For Adults
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sat., Aug. 27th 10:30am - 11:30am
Get your craft on with us. Join Lori Elrick and Riddhi Seth to explore a new trending craft project every couple of months. In August, Lori and Riddhi will build upon paper flower skills from the craft workshop in May to help you create a trendy and beautiful anemone paper flower ring wreath. Attendance at the May workshop is not a prerequisite. If you prefer to assemble the project on your own at home, the paper flower wreath kit is pre-packed with instructions for grab-and-go pickups. Please register for this free workshop and indicate if you like to attend in-person or grab-and-go; supplies are limited so there is only one garland kit per registration. Adults, leave the kids at home for this one, this crafting time is just for you!
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, August 29th
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Lonely Readers Club
Online Mon., Aug. 29th All Day
Flirting with the idea of a book club, but not interested in peopling or meeting? We get you. The JPL Lonely Readers Club is all of the book club with none of the meetings. The book for the month will be announced via the Facebook group @ facebook.com/groups/JPLLonelyReadersClub. Print copies of the Lonely Readers Club book of the month will be available at JPL beginning the 8th of the month, while supplies last. If you're feeling social, (as in, social media social), join the JPL Lonely Readers Club Facebook group and chat with fellow readers about characters, plot, how that one character really bothered you, or whatever else you need to get off your chest. It's the literary lonely hearts club for that little bit of recluse in all of us! Discussion begins online on the last Monday of each month.
Category: Adult & Family
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Aug. 29th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Tuesday, August 30th
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Well Red Book Club
Pagliai's Pizza Tue., Aug. 30th 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Join the Johnston Public Library's Well Red Book Club that meets on the last Tuesday of every month. Join the Well Red Book Club that meets at Pagliai's Pizza in Johnston. Come for the book, come for the conversation, come for a glass of wine or beer. Email Dreama at deskins@johnstonlibrary.com to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, August 31st
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Aug. 31st 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, September 1st
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Sep. 1st 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Sunday, September 4th
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Sunday Card Crafting Club
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Sep. 4th 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month between 1:30pm and 3:00 pm to explore card-making. Dreama and her team will have monthly crafting kits pre-packed with instructions for easy grab-and-go pickups, while supplies last. If you prefer, grab a chair and work on the monthly kit or your own card project and take advantage of our expert help, tools, and crafty company. We'll provide an assortment of card-making equipment and supplies to make your own version of the month's theme. Leave the kids at home for this one--adults, this crafting time is just for you!
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, September 5th
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[CANCELLED] Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Sep. 5th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, September 7th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Sep. 7th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, September 8th
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Thursday Night Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Sep. 8th 6:30pm - 7:45pm
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.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Sep. 8th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, September 12th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Sep. 12th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, September 14th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Sep. 14th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, September 15th
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Lunchtime Lit Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Sep. 15th 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meet up with fellow book lovers for good books and good discussion at this lunchtime book club. This month's book is "Disappearing Earth" by Julia Phillips. 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.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Library Board Meeting
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Thu., Sep. 15th 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Sep. 15th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, September 17th
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Saturday Morning Knitting Group
Story Time Room, Johnston Public Library Sat., Sep. 17th 10:30am - 12:00pm
Learn to knit, sharpen your skills, meet some pals and just geek out about crafts in general. Erica Carnes invites you to drop-in, bring your knitting and join the group every third Saturday of the month from 10:30am to noon. Due to the proximity required to teach knitting, masks are required at this in-person class. Disposable masks will be available. Erica has been knitting since 2004 and teaching knitting to anyone that will listen since 2010. She enjoys bright colors, natural fibers and pieces that step away from the norm.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, September 19th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Sep. 19th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, September 21st
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Sep. 21st 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, September 22nd
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Sep. 22nd 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, September 26th
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Lonely Readers Club
Online Mon., Sep. 26th All Day
Flirting with the idea of a book club, but not interested in peopling or meeting? We get you. The JPL Lonely Readers Club is all of the book club with none of the meetings. The book for the month will be announced via the Facebook group @ facebook.com/groups/JPLLonelyReadersClub. Print copies of the Lonely Readers Club book of the month will be available at JPL beginning the 8th of the month, while supplies last. If you're feeling social, (as in, social media social), join the JPL Lonely Readers Club Facebook group and chat with fellow readers about characters, plot, how that one character really bothered you, or whatever else you need to get off your chest. It's the literary lonely hearts club for that little bit of recluse in all of us! Discussion begins online on the last Monday of each month.
Category: Adult & Family
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Sep. 26th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Tuesday, September 27th
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Well Red Book Club
Pagliai's Pizza Tue., Sep. 27th 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Join the Johnston Public Library's Well Red Book Club that meets on the last Tuesday of every month. Join the Well Red Book Club that meets at Pagliai's Pizza in Johnston. Come for the book, come for the conversation, come for a glass of wine or beer. Email Dreama at deskins@johnstonlibrary.com to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, September 28th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Sep. 28th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, September 29th
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Sep. 29th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Sunday, October 2nd
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Sunday Card Crafting Club
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Oct. 2nd 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month between 1:30pm and 3:00 pm to explore card-making. Dreama and her team will have monthly crafting kits pre-packed with instructions for easy grab-and-go pickups, while supplies last. If you prefer, grab a chair and work on the monthly kit or your own card project and take advantage of our expert help, tools, and crafty company. We'll provide an assortment of card-making equipment and supplies to make your own version of the month's theme. Leave the kids at home for this one--adults, this crafting time is just for you!
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, October 3rd
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Oct. 3rd 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, October 5th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Oct. 5th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, October 6th
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Oct. 6th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, October 10th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Oct. 10th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, October 12th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Oct. 12th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, October 13th
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Thursday Night Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Oct. 13th 6:30pm - 7:45pm
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.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Oct. 13th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, October 15th
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Saturday Morning Knitting Group
Story Time Room, Johnston Public Library Sat., Oct. 15th 10:30am - 12:00pm
Learn to knit, sharpen your skills, meet some pals and just geek out about crafts in general. Erica Carnes invites you to drop-in, bring your knitting and join the group every third Saturday of the month from 10:30am to noon. Due to the proximity required to teach knitting, masks are required at this in-person class. Disposable masks will be available. Erica has been knitting since 2004 and teaching knitting to anyone that will listen since 2010. She enjoys bright colors, natural fibers and pieces that step away from the norm.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, October 17th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Oct. 17th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, October 19th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Oct. 19th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, October 20th
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Lunchtime Lit Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Oct. 20th 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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. This month's book is "The Plot" by Jean Hanff Korelitz. Lunchtime Lit Book Club meets in person at JPL and online via Zoom. Email Beth at stevens@johnstonlibrary.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Library Board Meeting
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Thu., Oct. 20th 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Oct. 20th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, October 24th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Oct. 24th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Tuesday, October 25th
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Well Red Book Club
Pagliai's Pizza Tue., Oct. 25th 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Join the Johnston Public Library's Well Red Book Club that meets on the last Tuesday of every month. Join the Well Red Book Club that meets at Pagliai's Pizza in Johnston. Come for the book, come for the conversation, come for a glass of wine or beer. Email Dreama at deskins@johnstonlibrary.com to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, October 26th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Oct. 26th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, October 27th
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Oct. 27th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, October 31st
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Lonely Readers Club
Online Mon., Oct. 31st All Day
Flirting with the idea of a book club, but not interested in peopling or meeting? We get you. The JPL Lonely Readers Club is all of the book club with none of the meetings. The book for the month will be announced via the Facebook group @ facebook.com/groups/JPLLonelyReadersClub. Print copies of the Lonely Readers Club book of the month will be available at JPL beginning the 8th of the month, while supplies last. If you're feeling social, (as in, social media social), join the JPL Lonely Readers Club Facebook group and chat with fellow readers about characters, plot, how that one character really bothered you, or whatever else you need to get off your chest. It's the literary lonely hearts club for that little bit of recluse in all of us! Discussion begins online on the last Monday of each month.
Category: Adult & Family
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Oct. 31st 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, November 2nd
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Nov. 2nd 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, November 3rd
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Nov. 3rd 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Sunday, November 6th
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Sunday Card Crafting Club
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Nov. 6th 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month between 1:30pm and 3:00 pm to explore card-making. Dreama and her team will have monthly crafting kits pre-packed with instructions for easy grab-and-go pickups, while supplies last. If you prefer, grab a chair and work on the monthly kit or your own card project and take advantage of our expert help, tools, and crafty company. We'll provide an assortment of card-making equipment and supplies to make your own version of the month's theme. Leave the kids at home for this one--adults, this crafting time is just for you!
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, November 7th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Nov. 7th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, November 9th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Nov. 9th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, November 10th
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Thursday Night Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Nov. 10th 6:30pm - 7:45pm
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.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Nov. 10th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, November 14th
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Nov. 14th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, November 16th
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Nov. 16th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family
Thursday, November 17th
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Lunchtime Lit Book Club
Archive Room, Online Thu., Nov. 17th 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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.com for info about picking up a book club book and to be added to the email list.
Category: Adult & Family
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Library Board Meeting
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Thu., Nov. 17th 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Category: Adult & Family
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Adult Esl Class
Southeast Corner, Online Thu., Nov. 17th 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult ESL is an ongoing program designed for English language learners. Lessons focus on reading to improve vocabulary, speaking to improve pronunciation, and listening to improve comprehension. Lessons have every day, functional English in mind. Lessons are led by trained volunteers and 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 Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. Classes are free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Saturday, November 19th
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Saturday Morning Knitting Group
Story Time Room, Johnston Public Library Sat., Nov. 19th 10:30am - 12:00pm
Learn to knit, sharpen your skills, meet some pals and just geek out about crafts in general. Erica Carnes invites you to drop-in, bring your knitting and join the group every third Saturday of the month from 10:30am to noon. Due to the proximity required to teach knitting, masks are required at this in-person class. Disposable masks will be available. Erica has been knitting since 2004 and teaching knitting to anyone that will listen since 2010. She enjoys bright colors, natural fibers and pieces that step away from the norm.
Category: Adult & Family
Monday, November 21st
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Let's Talk English Conversation Program
Southeast Corner, Online Mon., Nov. 21st 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 center around current events, holidays, famous individuals, American customs and traditions. Let's Talk is held both in-person and online via Zoom, for those who would rather join the class virtually. Email Peg at johnstonlibraryps@gmail.com for sign-in information. The program is free and no registration is required.
Category: Adult & Family
Wednesday, November 23rd
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Free Drop-In Job Help
Johnston Public Library Wed., Nov. 23rd 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in for free job help with a job coach from Goodwill of Central Iowa. Mike Johnston will be at Johnston Public Library to assist with job searches, filling out job applications, writing or updating resumes and cover letters, and interview coaching. Job help is free and does not require an appointment.
Category: Adult & Family