Recent News

• Time to Party!

  Published Monday, July 16, 2012

  The summer is almost over and you’ve got a huge stack of reading done. Now it’s time to party! If you completed the Johnson County Public Library’s Dream Big! Summer Reading Program then make sure to celebrate your achievement at one of our four finishers’ parties. The Bubble Truck will be at the Franklin, Trafalgar, and White River Branch parties on the… Read More

• Working Hard for the Money!

  Published Wednesday, July 11, 2012

  Calling all entrepreneurs! Have you dreamed of starting your own business and being your own boss? If so, you probably have a lot of questions. The Johnson County Public Library wants to help you get the answers. Come to our Franklin Branch on Saturday, July 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. where Larry White of the Indiana Small Business Development Center… Read More

• Teen Iron Chef Returns to JCPL

  Published Monday, July 9, 2012

  Have you got what it takes to be an Iron Chef? Demonstrate your skills by dreaming up the most delicious and decadent desserts this July for the Johnson County Public Library’s Teen Iron Chef competition! There are three chances to participate: Thursday, July 12 at the White River Branch beginning at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, July 12 at the Franklin Branch… Read More

• JCPL Closed for July 4th

  Published Monday, July 2, 2012

  In honor of Independence Day, all locations of the Johnson County Public Library will be closed on Wednesday, July 4. We will reopen at our regularly posted hours on Thursday, July 5. For more information, please contact your local branch at the phone numbers listed below: White River Branch: 885-1330 Clark Pleasant Branch: 535-6206 Franklin Branch:… Read More

• Gluten-free and Loving It!

  Published Friday, June 22, 2012

  Have you been considering a gluten-free diet? Well, then join staff and patrons at the Johnson County Public Library’s Franklin Branch on Tuesday, June 26 at 6:30 p.m. to learn about gluten-free eating and whether it’s for you. Extension Educator and registered dietitian, Christina Ferroli will discuss the medical basis for as well as what is involved with… Read More

• Stay Healthy

  Published Monday, June 18, 2012

  Hey Seniors, know your numbers! In order to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle for as long as possible, it is essential to get regular check ups and keep an eye on things like blood pressure and your body mass index. Staff from Greenwood Meadows will be on hand to conduct blood pressure and body mass index screenings for adults age 50 and over. All… Read More

• Sewing Program @ JCPL

  Published Monday, June 11, 2012

  Everyone needs a special pillow to help them “Dream Big.” So, come to the Johnson County Public Library’s Franklin Branch on Tuesday, June 19 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. and learn how to create your own one-of-a-kind patchwork pillow cover. All supplies will be provided, but if you have fabric scraps you’d like to use, bring them along (you will need enough for… Read More

• Indiana Wilds

  Published Monday, June 4, 2012

  Calling all nature lovers! Make sure to join us at the Johnson County Public Library’s White River Branch on Tuesday, June 12 at 7:00 p.m. for a very special program. Janet Creamer, Assistant Park Manager for the Southeastway Park in New Palestine, Indiana, will talk with us about various wildflowers that can be found throughout Indiana. Open to teens and… Read More