Blog: Spring into the Library for some great April Programs

We are enjoying record-breaking warm weather here in Iowa this year and at
Johnston Library we are ready to peel off our winter layers and surge ahead into Springtime with great programs in April for kids and adults alike. Kick off the month with a springy Make and Take Craft from the Youth Services Department on Saturday, April 7. Adults, swing by the library on Tuesday, April 10th to discuss Home Safety with the Johnston Police Department at 7:00 pm. And kids and parents will both enjoy coming to our For the Love of Baseball program on Saturday, April 21.

Make and Take Craft Day
Saturday, April 7   10:30-4:00
Stop in anytime between 10:30 am and 4:00 pm to make a fun flower craft to take home to your own garden. No registration required.

Home Security Program
Tuesday, April 10   7:00 pm
Criminals are also welcoming the warm weather…Learn tips on how to keep your family safe and your neighborhood crime free. The Johnston Police Department will be at Johnston Public Library on Tuesday, April 10 at 7:00 pm to discuss neighborhood safety and answer home security questions and concerns. To register or for more information call Johnston Public Library at 515-278-5233 or go to www.johnstonlibrary.com.

For the Love of Baseball Program
Saturday, April 21
12:00 to 2:00 pm   View Vintage Baseball Cards and Memorabilia
2:00 pm Speaker   John Liepa speaks about “How Iowa Met Baseball”
Baseball fans and history buffs alike will find much to be excited about with this program. Historian and speaker John Liepa will be at the library to share his collection of vintage Iowa baseball cards and memorabilia and speak on the myths, history and players of America’s favorite pastime in Iowa. From 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm Liepa will have his impressive collection of baseball cards, photos and artwork on display for the public. Some of the highlights include Iowa’s oldest known baseball card from 1867, a Babe Ruth “Rookie” card, an extensive collection of 19^th century Iowa baseball cards and so much more.

At 2:00 pm, Liepa will give a presentation called, How Iowa Met Baseball: the myths; the history; and the players. Liepa, a historian, speaker and avid fan, will speak about the myths regarding the origins and evolution of baseball, how the Civil War played a role in accelerating the spread of the game, as well as the history of baseball in Iowa and Iowan’s contributions to the development of the game. To register or for more information call Johnston Library at 515-278-5233 or go to www.johnstonlibrary.com.