Pokémon Kids Club
2026-02-23 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Johnston Public Library, 6700 Merle Hay Rd Johnston, IA 50131, Johnston, IA, 50131, United States
Event Details
Grab a Pokéball and head to the library! Whether you like the show, the comics, or the card game, this is a program for Pokémon fans! We will allow for card trading at this program, but we ask that kids come to the class with their cards in a case or box with their name on it. Registration is required. Grades 3-5. Note: Johnston Public Library and its staff are not responsible for loss or damage to any cards that are brought to this event. All trades must be agreed upon by both parties, but our staff do not know the value of different cards, so it will be up to the kids to decide if the trade is fair. We recommend that parents/guardians be aware of what cards their child is bringing.

Johnston Public Library
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 278-5233
See map: Google Maps

Contact Info
Name: Sheila Olson
Email: olson@johnstonlibrary.org

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Family Storytime
2026-02-27 10:30 - 11:30 | West Des Moines Public Library, 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Event Details
Join us in the Community Room for this class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by gross and fine motor play all with an early literacy focus! For ages 2-6 w/adult.

West Des Moines Public Library
4000 Mills Civic Pkwy
West Des Moines, IA 50265

(515) 222-3400

Contact Info
Name: Youth Services Department
Email: youthservices@wdm.iowa.gov
Phone Number: (515) 222-3405
Presenter: Amy

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Justin Young Art Exhibit
2026-03-01 - 2026-03-31 | West Des Moines Public Library, 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Event Details Cityscapes and museum art from "Young at Art" Collection.

West Des Moines Public Library
4000 Mills Civic Pkwy
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-3400
See map: Google Maps

Contact Info
Name: Justin Young
Email: jusgu@msn.com
Presenter: Justin Young

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Can You Find It?
2026-03-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Johnston Public Library, 6700 Merle Hay Rd Johnston, IA 50131, Johnston, IA, 50131, United States
Event Details Join us for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages.

Johnston Public Library
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 278-5233
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Kids Club Read - Flat Stanley
2026-03-10 16:15 - 17:00 | West Des Moines Public Library, 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Event DetailsIf you like to read and talk about books, this club is for you. Join us for discussion and activities related to this month's book Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown. If you need a copy of the book, please come to the Children's Desk and check out a book club copy (while supplies last)! For ages 7-10. Register by filling out the form, call 222-3405, or stop in to the Children's Desk. If all copies are loaned out, you can still register and find a circulating copy or borrow from another library. Book: Flat Stanley For West Des Moines and contract cities residents: Hoopla eBook or Libby eAudio or Libby eBook

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Empowered Aging: Knowledge for Every Stage: At Home Care
2026-03-12 10:00 - 11:00 | West Des Moines Public Library, 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Event DetailsJoin us for Empowered Aging: Knowledge for Every Stage, a three-part series designed to help you navigate the many options for aging with confidence. We’ll explore different living options in senior communities, ways to receive personalized care at home, and programs that provide long-term security while aging in place. Session 1: Levels of Living Thursday, February 12, 2026 10:00 - 11:00 AM Session 2: At Home Care Thursday, March 12, 2026 10:00 - 11:00 AM Session 3: Continuing Care At Home Programs Thursday, April 9, 2026 10:00 - 11:00 AM These sessions are presented and moderated by staff from WesleyLife. Registration is requested, please.

West Des Moines Public Library

4000 Mills Civic Pkwy
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-3400
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Contact Info
Name: Jen Ohzourk
Email: jen.ohzourk@wdm.iowa.gov
Phone Number: (515) 222-3413

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VolunTEENS
2026-03-21 14:00 - 17:00 | Johnston Public Library, 6700 Merle Hay Rd Johnston, IA 50131, Johnston, IA, 50131, United States
Event Details
Are you a student in 8th through 12th grade looking to make a difference in your community? Join our VolunTEEN program at JPL! On the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., you can volunteer to help with tasks that support our youth events. Volunteers will help prepare crafts and activities for library programs and assist with various tasks throughout the library. If you register once for this program, you will be added to the 25-26 school year's VolunTEEN list. This allows you to attend this and other VolunTEEN Saturdays this school year. You will also receive email reminders about upcoming volunteer times and additional volunteer opportunities at the library!

Johnston Public Library
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 278-5233
See map: Google Maps
Contact Info
Name: Jessica Young
Email: young@johnstonlibrary.org
Phone Number: (515) 278-5233

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Anime Club
2026-03-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Johnston Public Library, 6700 Merle Hay Rd Johnston, IA 50131, Johnston, IA, 50131, United States
Event Details
Join JPL's Anime Club each week for Japanese snacks, anime trivia, and art projects! All fans welcome! Registration is not required, but it is appreciated for planning purposes. You will receive reminder emails about meetings if you register.

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Johnston Public Library
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 278-5233
See map: Google Maps

Contact Info
Name: Jessica Young
Email: young@johnstonlibrary.org
Phone Number: (515) 278-5233
