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We're bringing back board games...virtually! Kids in 6th grade and up can join us as we play board games together online via Zoom and en.boardgamearena.com Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 5:00pm. Find more details about what we'll be playing and how to register here: https://bit.ly/37TZ1KT

The Johnston Public Library Board of Trustees December meeting will be held Thursday, December 17th at 5:30pm online via Zoom. As always, the public is welcome to attend. Links to the agenda and to the meeting are included below. Agenda: https://board.johnstonlibrary.com//2020-12%20Board%20Agend Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/529332290

Happy Friday! Here's your 1 Minute DIY For Kids. Watch how easy it is to make SNOW! 1/4 cup conditioner 1/2 cup baking soda Mix them together and you have snow!... If your snow is too wet, add a little more baking soda. If it's too dry, add a little more conditioner. Have fun! -Miss Brittany

JPL Handpicked Holiday Lists of Books, Movies, & Music - https://mailchi.mp//jpl-handpicked-holiday-lists-of-books-

Bounce along with Miss Megan as she sings songs about jingle bells and reads one of her favorite winter stories!

During the weeks of October 26th and November 2nd, some children and teen JPL programming will be canceled due to reduced staff at the library. One library staff member has tested positive for COVID-19 and she and those who worked closely with her are quarantining for 14 days. The employee did not contract the virus at the library and immediately quarantined once it was known that exposure had occurred. The Johnston Public Library values the safety and health of our patrons a...nd staff. Since reopening the library building in June, we've introduced several precautionary measures including quarantining returned library materials, extra cleaning procedures, limiting the number of patrons in the building, and requiring masks and social distancing. Curbside pick-up of library materials will continue and the library building will remain open for computer use and browsing by appointment. Visit www.johnstonlibrary.com to learn more. See more

Mark your calendars -- Holidays in Johnston To-Go pickup is this Saturday beginning at 10 am. While supplies last.

Coming Soon! Join the #BigLibraryRead digital book club! Borrow the ebook or audiobook of ‘Reverie’ by Ryan La Sala from Libby with no waitlists or holds. Learn more: biglibraryread.com

The Johnston Public Library is committed to the safety and health of our patrons and staff. This holds especially true with circulated materials. Returned materials are quarantined for at least three to five days. Once library staff check in materials, returns will reflect the date received at JPL. To learn more visit johnstonlibrary.com.

Need a document notarized? JPL can help you with that. To ensure a quick in-and-out appointment, please call the library ahead of time at 515-278-5233 to make sure we have a notary available when you want to come in. Thanks!

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Johnston Public Library offers notary services during most open hours. Go to johnstonlibrary.com/services/notary/ for the details about this service and be sure to schedule an appointment before visiting JPL https://www.johnstonlibrary.com/pc-scheduling/ .

Join Miss Megan for another fun Tiny Tips for Tots - An Interactive Storytime. This week it's all about Getting Dressed! Click here for the fun: https://tinyurl.com/y2d2w8fx

Everybody needs a little help from their friends now and again. Like...borrowing a suggested reading list from the Washington Post. http://wapo.st/35ioA76 #feelgoodbooks

Libby’s user interface now supports 9 additional languages. All of the helpful information and guides (not the ebooks and audiobooks themselves) can be updated to one of 10 languages to simplify your experience. You can browse collections, search for specific titles, get help, and more in the following languages: English Spanish, French (Canada), Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Swedish. Not finding a title that you'd like? JPL patrons may submit purchase requests through their personal JPL online account. http://bit.ly/3kgwfcn

Ok, so MAYBE the weather forecast included snow, but really? Who knew we'd have a snow squall today?!? So, let's be honest. Who wants to wrap up in a warm blanket and have a movie night tonight? Yeah, us too. Just use your library card to stream movies from Kanopy* and you're set. https://www.johnstonlibrary.com/kanopy/ *residency restrictions apply.

You're in for a Perler bead surprise in this week's Teen Take and Make Craft Kit! Designs and colors will vary in each kit; you never know what you're going to get! Kids in 6th grade and up can register to reserve their kit now at https://bit.ly/33FA30Q (quantities are limited). Then, pick up the kit on Thursday, Oct. 22 between 2:00 - 6:00pm. FYI - you will need an iron to complete this craft.

THANK YOU Northwest Polk County! We're excited to be named your favorite library. We strive to provide the best customer service around and work hard to insure you have exceptional experiences when you use Johnston Public Library. During this pandemic we're still open for curbside hold pick-up, 30 minute browsing and 60 minute computer use appointments. Visit johnstonlibrary.com to learn more.

Looking for something new & different to read? Yeah, we hear that a lot at the library. That's why we cull through our collection and create themed lists to help you out. Check 'em out at johnstonlibrary.com/handpicked. Or make a browsing appointment and pick up a printed bookmark. #thisishowwelibrary #librarylife #librariesofinstagram #openyourworld

Ask any artist and they'll tell you that painting with watercolors is challenging. But, they'll also tell you that watercolors encourage one to slow down, view the world differently and help discover one's creativity. You'll experience the same when you view Justin Young's watercolors on display at the Johnston Public Library. Make a browsing appointment and stop in for 30 minutes to soak in the beauty of his work: https://www.johnstonlibrary.com/browsing/.