Events
Creative Writing Contest
In ProgressAll day,Online eventSubmit at: readlocal.submittable.com/submit
May: Poetry June: Short Story July: Essay August: Open This summer, Johnson County Library invites readers and writers to “Color Our World.” In words, paint a picture of your life in all its…
Memory Lab Sessions - In-person or Zoom
In ProgressAll day,Digitize and preserve your family photos, slides, 8mm movies, VHS tapes and documents in the JCGS memory lab located in the Genealogy area of Central Resource Library. Equipment and volunteers are here to help you convert your family…
Walk and Read at Strang Park
In ProgressAll day,Family and friends of all ages are invited to enjoy a stroll in the park with Johnson County Library’s Walk and Read. This program creates unique reading experiences in parks across Johnson County, where visitors can follow a paved,…
Walk and Read at Franklin Park
In ProgressAll day,Family and friends of all ages are invited to enjoy a stroll in the park with Johnson County Library’s Walk and Read. This program creates unique reading experiences in parks across Johnson County, where visitors can follow a paved,…
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You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy. This book takes an expansive look at Judy Blume’s life, work, and cultural impact, focusing…
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Delve into Slow Dance, a poignant and hopeful story about love, vulnerability and personal growth. With evocative prose and nuanced characters, this tender narrative invites you to savor each delicate moment of connection and…
For those who need a little extra help, we offer free one-on-one sessions in person at the Central Resource Library or via Zoom. Visit the Johnson County Genealogical Society at jcgsks.org to schedule an appointment.
For inquiries about…
Johnson County Library teams up with Bear Necessities Coffee Bar to host an Open Mic on the fourth Friday of each month. Bring your poems, short stories, essays and excerpts to share, or come just to listen. We’ll feature readings from our…
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Family and friends of all ages are invited to enjoy a stroll in the park with Johnson County Library’s Walk and Read. This program creates unique reading experiences in parks across Johnson County, where visitors can follow a paved,…
Join us for a genealogy program and connect with JCGS members about your research and family history. The meetings are free and open to the public. Upcoming topics include:
May: National Frontier Trails Museum…For those who need a little extra help, we offer free one-on-one sessions in person at the Central Resource Library or via Zoom. Visit the Johnson County Genealogical Society at jcgsks.org to schedule an appointment.
For inquiries about…
See the whole schedule of available breakfasts and lunches »Please note: the Library will be closed June 19 and July 4 and the food program will not be available on those days.
Any child up to 18 years of age can receive a free nutritious…
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A brilliant mix of time travel, humor and social commentary, Long Division explores race, language and history through the eyes of a sharp-witted teenager navigating two versions of Mississippi. Join author Kiese Laymon for a public event…
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Story Connections is a program for individuals experiencing memory loss and their caregivers. This specially designed experience fosters meaningful conversations inspired by the Museum’s collection, providing both engagement and community…
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Join us for a very special afternoon with beloved author and illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser, co-creator of Fancy Nancy and now co-author, alongside her sister Jacqueline Preiss Weitzman, of the new picture book Flower Girls: A Story…
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Patron pick! The Anxious Generation offers a compelling and urgent look at how smartphones and social media have shaped modern childhood, providing insights into the mental health crisis facing today’s youth and offering paths to a…
See the whole schedule of available breakfasts and lunches »Please note: the Library will be closed June 19 and July 4 and the food program will not be available on those days.
Any child up to 18 years of age can receive a free nutritious…
See the whole schedule of available breakfasts and lunches »Please note: the Library will be closed June 19 and July 4 and the food program will not be available on those days.
Any child up to 18 years of age can receive a free nutritious…
For those who need a little extra help, we offer free one-on-one sessions in person at the Central Resource Library or via Zoom. Visit the Johnson County Genealogical Society at jcgsks.org to schedule an appointment.
For inquiries about…
See the whole schedule of available breakfasts and lunches »Please note: the Library will be closed June 19 and July 4 and the food program will not be available on those days.
Any child up to 18 years of age can receive a free nutritious…