Teen's News

• Volunteers: The Keys to Our Success!

  Published Thursday, April 18, 2013

  April 21-27 is National Volunteer Week, a time for organizations all over the country to tip their hats to those individuals who give their time, energy, and talents to make a difference! The Johnson County Public Library knows that our volunteers are the “Keys to Our Success.” So much of what we do as a public library would not be possible without the… Read More

• James Whitcomb Riley Comes to Johnson County!

  Published Wednesday, April 17, 2013

  "The most essential factor is persistance - the determination never to allow your energy or enthusiasm to be dampened by the disouragement that must inevitably come." James Whitcomb Riley was a prolific and inspiring Indiana poet. Now you have a chance to meet him! Join us at the Johnson County Museum of History on Saturday, April 20 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.… Read More

• Spring Lawn Care

  Published Wednesday, March 20, 2013

  After last year’s hot and very dry summer, our lawns are going to need extra care and attention this spring to make a recovery. Richard “Doc” Huber, certified master gardener, is here to help. His tips for success will help you get your lawn back to its former glory, before it was shriveled by last summer’s heat. Topics he will cover include seed selection,… Read More

• Dollar-a-Day Boys

  Published Sunday, March 10, 2013

  Care for an evening of toe-tapping tunes and hilarious stories? Join Bill Jameson—author, songwriter, filmmaker—for a look back at the 1930s at the men in the Civilian Conservation Corps who helped build the bridges and roads, plant trees, and improve the rivers and streams of Indiana. This nostalgic look at Indiana’s past and the program that many of… Read More

• Prom Dress Swap

  Published Wednesday, March 6, 2013

  Do you have a new or gently used prom or bridesmaid dress sitting in your closet that you’d like to see put to good use? Want a new prom dress or accessory? Donate your old dress or pick up a new one at the Clark Pleasant Branch Prom Dress Swap! Donations are accepted from anyone, and donating a dress is not required to get a new one. Gently used shoes and… Read More

• Amazing Robots

  Published Wednesday, March 6, 2013

  Do you like robots? Fascinated by how they work? Come marvel at the high-tech creations of Red Alert 1741, an award-winning robotics team from Center Grove High School. These teens will kick off “Teen Tech Week” by demonstrating their high tech know-how all afternoon, so stop by and be sure to ask lots of questions! Red Alert 1741 was founded in 2005, and… Read More

• New Harry Potter Reading Club!

  Published Sunday, February 17, 2013

  Do you love the Harry Potter books, or have you always wanted to give them a try? Then we’ve got a book club for you! On Wednesday, February 20 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. we will discuss the first book in the series, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling, so make sure you read the book before the program. We will also do magical activities and… Read More

• George Washington Visits JCPL!

  Published Wednesday, February 13, 2013

  The Johnson County Public Library and the Johnson County Museum of History are proud to present George Washington! Come and meet the first president of the United States at the Johnson County Museum of History on Saturday, February 16th from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. You will learn about the dramatic moments, events, and people who changed the course of his life. … Read More