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Library staff member Peg Rasmussen speaks during the "Our Stories: The African Community in Iowa" program.

Attendees line up to sample the flavors of Africa during the "Our Stories: The African Community in Iowa" program.

A map of Africa sits on the table next to a jar and a written note that reads "Pull a question from the jar and start a conversation."

Tables are set and flags are displayed on the wall for "Our Stories: The African Community In Iowa."

Attendees are gathered around tables to participate in various activities during the "Our Stories: Celebrate Diwali with the Indian Community" program.

A painting by Corey J. Burnett-Hanssen, titled "Are Tigers Ticklish," is displayed in the art gallery in 2016.

A painting by Corey J. Burnett-Hanssen, titled "Kanpai!" is displayed in the art gallery in 2016.

Eric Melton and Paula Dierenfeld chat at the Painting Party sponsored by the Friends of the Johnston Public Library.

Participants gathered supplies at the Painting Party sponsored by the Friends of the Johnston Public Library.

Participants receive instructions in how to paint their canvases at the Friends of the Library Social Painting Party.