Events
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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This is a great opportunity for kids and caregivers to drop in and craft together. A variety of crafting materials will be available — just bring your imagination! All ages are welcome to participate.
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Young writers ages 9-12 are invited to a one-hour collaborative writing club. Prompts, activities and support will be provided. Registration is required and opens six weeks prior to each session. Please register for each month.
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The Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program enhances children’s reading and communication skills through a unique approach: reading to a registered therapy dog or cat. These animals volunteer alongside their owner/handlers as a…
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In All That She Carried, follow the poignant story of an enslaved mother’s gift to her daughter – a cotton sack that weaves together generations of resilience, love and survival in the face of unimaginable hardship. Regular print copies are…
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.
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Drop in and connect with other families for a casual playdate at the Library, featuring open-ended play materials! Designed for children up to age 6 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome.
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Drop in and connect with other families for a casual playdate at the Library, featuring open-ended play materials! Designed for children up to age 6 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome.
For inquiries about accessibility and…
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Get ready for the ultimate STEMusic Concert! Dive into a world where music and STEM education collide in the most exciting way possible. From mind-blowing experiments to math challenges, coding dances and even rocket launches, this event…
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…
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…
Looking to learn English in a comfortable, non-competitive environment? Our library classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced learners are a great option. No testing or attendance requirements—join as many or as few classes as you…
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…- ,
Get ready for the ultimate STEMusic Concert! Dive into a world where music and STEM education collide in the most exciting way possible. From mind-blowing experiments to math challenges, coding dances and even rocket launches, this event…
Tweens ages 9-13: Let’s get together to read new books, discuss ideas and characters, and meet other book lovers! Each session features a new book, a staff-led group discussion, and a related activity. Participants can stop by the Youth…
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Join First Mate Mâché, a seasick pirate who is an artist at heart, and Captain Colorful, the most pirate-y of all the pirates, on a musical, high seas adventure! When the Captain flies away, Mâché must strike out to find him, learning how…
Tweens ages 9-13: let’s get together to read new books, discuss ideas and characters, and meet other
book lovers. Each session features a new book, a staff-led group discussion and a related activity. Participants can stop by the Questions…
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Join us for a fun outdoor Family Storytime. Sharing stories is a wonderful way to spend time with your kids and help them develop a love of reading. Stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities all support pre-reading skills. Fun for…
Have fun playing word games, reading and discovering stories. While everyone is welcome, this program is designed for kids and their English Language Learning caregivers. Registration is preferred and opens six weeks prior to each session.
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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…