News from Johnston Public Library – Shade and Storytime!

See the new shade structure at the Johnston Commons Park / Johnston Public Library!

Personality Matters: Getting the Most of Out of Introverts and Extroverts

The personality differences among your friends & family dictate how you engage with them. Adapting to office personalities as you do in your personal life is just as useful when managing employees.

Personality Matters: Getting the Most of Out of Introverts and Extroverts

The personality differences among your friends & family dictate how you engage with them. Adapting to office personalities, as you do in your personal life, is just as useful when managing employees.

You Could be Driving on Your Old Roof

Local roofing companies are recycling your old roof for future roads

No Charge for Computer Disposal

Computers now being taken at no cost at Metro Hazardous Waste Drop Off

Renal-Friendly Jalapeno, Lime, and Smoked Mozzarella Turkey Burger

Chef Aaron McCargo Jr., & Fresenius Medical Care have partnered to develop dialysis-friendly recipes for patients to enjoy this summer, like this Jalapeno, Lime, and Smoked Mozzarella Turkey Burger.

Paper Food and Beverage Cartons Now Accepted in Curb It!

Paper Food and Beverage Cartons Now Accepted in Curb It!

No Garbage, Recycling, Yard Waste Collection on Fourth of July

Holiday Collection Delay for Garbage, Recycling and Yard Waste

Blog: Safely Rid Your Home of Hazardous Waste on June 30

Take your household hazardous waste to West Des Moines drop-off event on June 30 at Valley Stadium.

Respect the Great Outdoors

Be responsible and respectful when camping this summer.

Be Smart When the Light Bulb Breaks

Broken CFL Light Bulbs Require Special Care

Robert Half Employment Corner – An Introduction

My name is Mike Gremmer, and I’ll discussing the hiring trends impacting local Johnston residents, and share tips that will help job seekers get their foot in the door.

Because of Demand, Another Public Landfill Tour is Added

Another Landfill Tour is added on June 20.

Curb It! Calendars Expire Soon!

Curb It! Calendars Expire Soon!

J.D.'s Great Summer Adventure

Join the scavenger hunt and win prizes including an overnight stay at Stoney Creek Inn, pizza from Encore, movie tickets from Carmike, meals & a movie from Hy-Vee, or a gift card from Dahl's!

No Garbage, Recycling, or Yard Waste Collection on Memorial Day

Memorial Day collection delays for recycling, garbage and yard waste.

Ever Visited the Highest Point in Polk County?

Metro Park East Landfill Public Tours

Summer Reading at Johnston Public Library

Check out Johnston Public Library's 2012 Summer Reading Programs for book lovers of all ages:

Blog: Preventing Youth Shoulder Injuries: Part II

This blog entry provides some suggestions for throwing programs and stretching.

Blog: Are Hazardous Products Lurking in Your Home?

Bring your old hazardous products to one of our drop-off events.

Remembering Our Fallen Photo Exhibit

Honor our proud Iowa Military men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice by attending "Remembering Our Fallen", a photo exhibit at the library from May 30 to June 4.

Blog: Grants Available for Environmental Projects

Grants Available for Environmental Projects

Blog: How to Prevent Youth Throwing Injuries: Part 1

Do you or your children have shoulder pain? Follow this blog and learn more about the shoulder.

Blog: Event Recycling Stands Available to Check Out

Event Recycling Stands Available to Check Out from Metro Waste Authority

Blog: Play Ball!

Take me out to the ballgame...at Johnston Public Library.

Blog: Walk during breaks at work, then walk some more

Fit walking into your day to add years to your life.

MWA Blog: Compost vs. Fertilizer

Compost vs. Fertilizer

Adult Programs in April at Johnston Public Library (Blog)

Stop in to Johnston Public Library for some entertainment and information in April.

MWA Blog: Dispose of Tires for Free

Residents are cleaning out their homes this spring. Many area communities are hosting free disposal of old tires. Find out if your community is participating.

Blog: Spring into the Library for some great April Programs

At Johnston Public 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.

MWA Blog: Clean Out Your House By March 31

West Side Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Dates

MWA Blog: Got Plans for Earth Day?

Earth Day Trash Bash on April 20, 2012

MWA Blog: Warm Weather Moves Up Start of Yard and Garden Waste Collection By 2 Weeks

BY POPULAR DEMAND! Yard & Garden Waste Collection Starting 2 Weeks Early!

Let the Spring Break Games Begin!

Spring Break is the week of March 19 and at Johnston Library we are gearing up for a week of fun and games in the Youth Services Department.

MWA Blog: Gather a Group and Clean Up Your Community

Gather a Group and Clean Up Your Community

BLOG: Ever Wonder What Happens to Stuff You Recycle? Tour Metro Waste to Find Out

Times & Dates for Tours are Set for 2012 – Get Signed Up Today!

Blog: Lost Egypt Winner at Johnston Public Library

Discover Ancient Egypt at the Science Center of Iowa and Johnston Public Library.

MWA Blog: Tips for Windy Day Recycling!

Windy Day Recycling Tips

JHS Council Blog: Tonight's the Final Johnston Big Give Event!

come to JMS at 7 pm on Feb 27 to see Johnston's Got Talent!

MWA Blog: You've Stored Paint, Now You Want it Gone

Dispose of paint the safe, smart way