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Anime Club
Jul 31, 4:00 pm
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
6th Grade to 12th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Jessica Young
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 at johnstonlibrary.com/events.
Diamond Painting Class
Aug 3, 1:00 pm
Location
1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Event For
All ages
Organization
Hoyt Sherman Place
Diamond painting is similar to painting by numbers—you use small, sparkly gems that stick to an adhesive canvas to create a beautiful design. You will create your own image and “paint” using colors of your choice. We’ll provide instructions and ideas to spark your creativity.
Inhale, Exhale, Draw Class
Aug 9, 1:00 pm
Location
1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Event For
16+
Organization
Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact
Emily Roeder
Join us for a calming blend of meditation, gentle yoga, breathwork, and intuitive drawing. Through mindful movement and spontaneous pencil work, you’ll reconnect with your body, quiet your mind, and express yourself freely—no art experience needed.
Waukee Lacrosse Youth Clinic
Aug 9, 1:30 pm
Location
MidAmerican Energy RecPlex, 6500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA
Event For
3rd-8th grade Girls; 1st-8th grade Boys
Cost
FREE
Organization
Waukee Lacrosse
Contact
John Koons
Email
waukeelacrosse@gmail.com
Join Waukee Lacrosse for a youth clinic on August 9th from 1:30-3:00 PM at the MidAmerican Energy RecPlex. Join us for skill practice with our amazing group of coaches. Any level of player, new or experienced, is welcome. Register for FREE here: bit.ly/4eZ1c1F *This is not a Johnston Community School District publication, nor is it in any way endorsed or sponsored by the district. This publication is being provided only to inform the viewer of other available community activities and opportunities.
Girls Run the World – Youth Running Camp
Aug 13, 5:30 pm
Location
JPL Commons near Simpson Barn
Event For
Elementary Students
Cost
Free Will Donation to JGXC/TF Booster Club
Organization
Johnston Women's Cross Country
Contact
Jenna Darsee
Phone
(515) 559-4917
The Johnston girls cross country program is excited to host “girls run the world” Cross country camp. Camp will be led by Middle School head coach Jenna Darsee. Along with assistant coaches and JHS current athletes.
Charcoal Exploration
Aug 13, 6:00 pm
Location
1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Event For
High School
Organization
Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact
Emily Roeder
Learn to draw a realistic still life using charcoal and expressive mark making techniques. You'll create a toned background to enhance contrast, making highlights and shadows more impactful. This class is perfect for building observational skills and exploring dynamic, engaging drawing styles.
Kindermusik Class
Aug 14, 5:30 pm
Location
1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Event For
Preschool-Kindergarten
Organization
Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact
Emily Roeder
Kindermusik is a German phrase that translates to "children's music". The program aims to help children learn and grow through music-making during the years when their brains are most critical for development. Children will explore music through instruments, movement, singing, and play.
Arrow Academy of Music School Year Lessons
Aug 17 (all day)
RSVP By
8/15/2025
Location
10430 New York Ave G, Urbandale, IA
Event For
Elementary, middle, and high school students
Organization
Arrow Academy of Music
Contact
Kevin Bellile
Phone
(515) 331-0700
Arrow Academy of Music's School Year session begins the week of August 17th! We offer accredited in-person and online piano lessons for ages 6-17, and guitar lessons for ages 10-17 all from our studio in Urbandale. Attend a free trial lesson to get started!
Camp Fire Summer Camps
Aug 22 (all day)
Location
Various locations in Des Moines and Boone
Event For
K-12 students
Cost
Tiered Pricing, Financial Assistance Available, CCA Eligible at specific sites
Organization
Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact
Jenna Turner
Email
jturner@campfireiowa.org
Phone
(515) 274-1501
Spend your summer with Camp Fire! Offering day and overnight camp options for K-12, including teen leadership programs. Enjoy fun activities such as swimming, games, and field trips. Young people thrive here! Tiered Pricing, Financial Assistance available, CCA Eligible at select locations.
Sylvan Summer Camps
Aug 31 (all day)
Event For
All students!
Organization
Sylvan Learning Center of Iowa
Contact
Katie Ruby
Phone
(515) 867-8000
Sylvan Learning Centers of Iowa is offering exciting summer camps to all Johnston students! We offer STEM, Reading, Math, and even college prep courses for families to take advantage of. Price and location may very. Enrollment is done through the links on the flyers!
Sylvan – $29 Academic Assessment & $199 Study Skills
Aug 31 (all day)
Event For
K-12
Cost
$29-$199
Organization
Sylvan Learning Center of Johnston
Contact
Katie Ruby
Phone
(515) 867-8000
Fall Soccer Registration
Aug 31 (all day)
RSVP By
August 31st, 2025
Location
Johnston/Urbandale Soccer Fields
Event For
elementary, middle and high school students
Organization
Johnston Urbandale Soccer Club
Contact
Zo McQuillan
Phone
(515) 276-9202
Fall 2025 Soccer Registration is now open for all players ages 3-18 years old!
Elementary Academic Coaching & Parenting Support
Dec 31 (all day)
Location
online
Event For
Elementary School Families
Cost
varies
Organization
Imprint Learning Strategies
Contact
Melissa Gutshall
Phone
(515) 979-5474
I am a former teacher who now works with elementary age children and their families. I help children learn to love learning in ways they learn best. I also guide parents to have meaningful relationships with the children in joyful homes. Coaching is individual to meet each person's needs. This is not a Johnston Community School District publication, nor is it in any way endorsed or sponsored by the district. This publication is being provided only to inform the viewer of other available community activities and opportunities.
Iowa Reading Research Center Survey for Parents/Caregivers of K-6 Students
Dec 31 (all day)
Organization
Iowa Reading Research Center Survey for Parents/Caregivers of K-6 Students
Contact
Leah Zimmermann
Phone
(319) 335-5324
The Iowa Reading Research Center (IRRC) invites parents and caregivers of K-6 students to complete a brief online survey. Survey results will help the IRRC understand and create resources related to parent/caregiver understanding and perceptions of literacy assessments and related supports.
Street Smarts Driver Education is now hiring!!!
Feb 1 (all day)
Location
Johnston, Des Moines, Waukee, Clive, Urbandale, Ankeny, etc.
Event For
Adults 25 or older
Organization
Street Smarts Driver Education
Contact
Crystal
Phone
(515) 279-1112
Do you enjoy working with teens? Do you enjoy helping them master a skill they will use for life? If so, being a driving instructor just may be the career you are looking for!