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Join Des Moines University at our annual FREE Back-to-School Physicals event from 11am - 7pm on 7/23! DMU Students and Faculty will provide physicals for K-12 students at the Des Moines University Clinic at 3200 Grand Avenue. No appointment required. Interpreters/Interpretation Services available.

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.

This is an ongoing campaign, so participants should be entering 8th grade or above and able to attend most of the sessions. We will have dice and pre-made character sheets available for those who need them. Register at johnstonlibrary.com/events to sign up for the entire 5 week campaign.

Travel back to 1993 for a truly legendary level of weird with the original Super Mario Bros. movie—the live-action version. We’ll watch the movie and use MuVChat to add your live, on-screen reactions. The Library will have devices available to participate. Register at johnstonlibrary.com/events.

Face off against a series of wild food challenges in this boss-level snack competition! Each round brings a new “boss” to beat—spicy, sour, mystery ingredients, and more! Some foods will contain allergens. Please contact staff with allergy and diet restrictions before the program. Register online.

You did it—you hit 500 points in the Summer Reading Challenge, and now it’s time to celebrate in epic style! The library is your playground at this special after-hours event! Registration at johnstonlibrary.com/events and reward ticket required.

This is an ongoing campaign, so participants should be entering 8th grade or above and able to attend most of the sessions. We will have dice and pre-made character sheets available for those who need them. Register at johnstonlibrary.com/events to sign up for the entire 5 week campaign.

Drop by the teen space for a fun afternoon of Jackbox Games, which is a collection of fun interactive party games you play by using your phone or device. You’ll need a phone, tablet, or other device to join in, but don’t worry—the library has devices you can borrow if you don’t have one.

All levels of experience are welcome! We will host four sessions this summer - June 5 & 19 and July 3 & 17. We'll be playing a different one-shot adventure each time. Bring a character or use one of our premade characters. Register at johnstonlibrary.com/events for each separate event.

interactive games. Drop by the teen space for a fun afternoon of Jackbox Games, which is a collection of fun interactive party games you play by using your phone or device. You’ll need a phone, tablet, or other device to join in, but don’t worry—the library has devices you can borrow if you don’t h