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March Piano and Guitar Lesson at Arrow Academy of Music
Mar 9 (all day)
RSVP By
3/9/25
Location
Arrow Academy of Musi10430 New York Ave G, Urbandale, IA 50322
Event For
Elementary through high school students
Organization
Arrow Academy of Music
Contact
Kevin
Phone
(515) 331-0700
Slimecraft
Feb 27, 4:30 pm
RSVP By
February 27, 2025 @ 5:00 PM
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
3rd Grade to 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Sheila Olson
Watch out! We are making our own Minecraft Slimes in this after-school program for kids in grades 3-5. Registration at johnstonlibrary.com/events is required.
Book Bites
Feb 24, 4:30 pm
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February 24, 2025 @ 4:30 PM
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
Kindergarten to 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Sheila Olson
Take a bite! Try something new! In this yummy storytime, we will be taste-testing foods and reading stories about how they are made. Kids must register at johnstonlibrary.com/events to attend. Children ages 8 & under must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
D&D for Kids
Feb 20, 4:30 pm
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February 20, 2025 @ 4:30 PM
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
4th Grade to 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Sheila Olson
Calling all heroes! Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a table top role-playing game (TTRPG) that promotes creativity and problem solving skills. We will be learning the basics of how to do battle in D&D. Kids in grade 4-5 can register at johnstonlibrary.com/events for this 90 minute class.
Mini Masterpiece Workshop
Feb 18, 1:30 pm
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February 18, 2025 @ 1:30 PM
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
Kindergarten to 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Sheila Olson
Want to see your artwork on display at the library? Come and create a mini masterpiece for our tiny art gallery display cases! Kids must register at johnstonlibrary.com to attend this fun, no-school day event. Artwork will be on display in the library in March and available for pick up in April.
Needle-Felted Heart Keychains
Feb 13, 4:30 pm
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February 20, 2025 @ 4:30 PM
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
4th Grade to 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Sheila Olson
Learn the basics of needle felting as we make a cute, fuzzy creation! Needle felting is a way to sculpt objects and make art with wool. Registration is required for this class and is open to kids in 4th-5th grade. This month, we're making a cute, heart shaped keychain!
LEGO® Club
Feb 10, 4:15 pm
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February 10, 2025 @ 4:15 PM
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
Kindergarten to 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Sheila Olson
LEGO Club provides a fun atmosphere where children can learn, build and play with the library’s set of LEGOs. Each meeting will have a new theme or challenge. Great for kids in grades K-5. Registration at johnstonlibrary.com/events required.
Quick Craft: Happy Heart Bookmarks
Feb 8, 10:00 am
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
Kindergarten to 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Sheila Olson
Stop by the youth services area between 10am-Noon for a quick craft! This is a drop-in program for kids, so no registration is necessary. Available while supplies last. This month's craft is a happy heart-shaped bookmark!
Kids Kitchen: Chocolate Tarts
Feb 6, 4:30 pm
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February 6, 2025 @ 4:30 PM
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
Kindergarten to 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Sheila Olson
Ready for an afterschool treat? Kids can join our monthly cooking class to learn basic cooking skills and practice following a recipe. Registration at johnstonlibrary.com/events is required for this class and is open to kids K-5. Children ages 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Arts & Snacks
Feb 3, 4:15 pm
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
Kindergarten to 5th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Sheila Olson
We will have hands-on art projects that will spark learning and discovery for kids in K-5 as well as a snack! Disclaimer(s): This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.