Teen's News

• Dragons are Invading the Library!

  Published Sunday, November 20, 2011

  Giant beasts and serpentine monsters are taking over the Johnson County Public Library’s White River Branch on Tuesday, November 22. Come at 4:30 p.m. to learn all about dragons, make a craft, and play fantastical games! Open to grades 1-5. To register, please call 885-1330 or visit www.jcplin.org For more information, please contact Children’s Services… Read More

• Have You Got What It Takes?

  Published Saturday, November 19, 2011

  What can you do in 60 seconds? Can you balance 6 dice on a popsicle stick held in your mouth? How about assembling the front of a cereal box that had been cut into 16 pieces? Sound easy? You might be surprised. Inspired by the hit NBC show, the Johnson County Public Library’s Clark Pleasant Branch is holding a Minute to Win It competition on Tuesday,… Read More

• Dear Soldier...

  Published Thursday, November 10, 2011

  As the holidays approach, it is important to remember that there are millions of men and women who will be away from home serving in the armed forces. A kind word can do wonders in lifting the spirits of these brave individuals. The Johnson County Public Library, in partnership with A Million Thanks is hosting a Letters to Soldiers day on Saturday,… Read More

• Shop Smart

  Published Sunday, November 6, 2011

  In these hard times, we’re all pressed to save as much money as possible, whenever possible. The Johnson County Public Library is here to help you learn ways to make the most of your money. At the Franklin Branch’s monthly Saving Money with Coupons programs, we explore ways you and your family members can save money on groceries, gifts, entertaining, and… Read More

• The Glow of Candlelight

  Published Thursday, November 3, 2011

  Candles are a simple and inexpensive way to add a touch of romance and coziness to your home. Come to the Johnson County Public Library’s Franklin Branch on Saturday, November 5 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. for our Making Beeswax Candles program. You’ll make three types of candles using the purest of all candle waxes -- natural beeswax. We’ll provide the… Read More

• Let the Games Begin!

  Published Monday, October 31, 2011

  The Johnson County Public Library’s White River Branch is putting on the ultimate game night. Come by the branch on Wednesday, November 2 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. to celebrate National Gaming Day. We’ll play Wii, Yu-Gi-Oh, Apples to Apples, and great old-school board games. Game on! Open to grades 4-12. To register, please call 885-1330 or visit… Read More

• Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem

  Published Wednesday, October 26, 2011

  There’s a murderer on the loose at the Johnson County Public Library! Several famous authors have already been done in and we need you to help solve the mystery and bring the perpetrator to justice. Join us at the Franklin Branch on Friday, October 28 for a unique event featuring special appearances by immortal authors such as Jane Austen, Ernest… Read More

• I Want to Paint Like Wassily!

  Published Tuesday, October 25, 2011

  Wassily Kandinsky, a Russian painter and art theorist, once said that painting had “... a fairy-tale power and splendour .” The Johnson County Public Library invites you to experience that power and splendour at its Trafalgar Branch on Thursday, October 27 at 4:30 p.m. as we explore Kandinsky’s world and art. Kandinsky is credited with painting the first… Read More