Mark Your Calendars: Friends of Johnston Public Library Schedules Art in the Barn Event

Wine, cheese, and displays from local artists will be featured at a special fundraiser set for Sunday, September 16 from 4:00-7:00 pm.

Aptly named “Art in the Barn,” the event will be held at the Simpson Barn at 6169 Northglenn Drive just west of the .

Hy-Vee will cater the wine and cheese tasting. The Jefferson Oatts Trio will add to the lively atmosphere while attendees browse through the art displays of a number of local artists.

Hosts of the fundraiser are the members of the Friends of the Johnston Public Library. This group supports the efforts of the library both through word-of-mouth marketing and financial support for “extras” that the library would not otherwise be able to provide. 

Proceeds from last year’s Art in the Barn enabled the purchase of the After School Edge computer for the children’s area. 

According to Willona Goers, Library Director, “This computer station offers more than 50 educational games for school age youth, and it is in use by students nearly all the time. We are so grateful to the Friends for purchasing this for our library.”

Lisa Cooper, Art in the Barn chairperson for the Friends group, is excited to build on the prior year’s success. 

“People had a great time last year.  The art, music, food, and atmosphere all came together to make a very unique event.  We’re looking forward to offering another opportunity to mingle with friends, while supporting a great cause.”

Tickets are $20 per person and may be purchased in advance at the Johnston Public Library.

If you are interested in learning more about the Friends group, go to the Library’s website at www.johnstonlibrary.com for the membership details.

Check out Johnston Patch's Coverage of Art in the Barn 2011: