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Close up view of the white tree in Youth Services.

Close up view of Buddy the Elf, a cardboard cut-out from the "Elf" film starring Will Farrell.

Youth Services area decorated with hanging dots for Holidays in Johnston.

Examples of the three cards that participants created in the "Make It: Handmade Valentines" classes offered on February 3, 2019. Collages of participants making cards in the two sessions that were offered.

The Foy Irish Dancers were part of the "Our Stories: Iowa-Rish" event which celebrated the Irish in Iowa.

Students in the ESL class use the YS Computer Lounge to learn how to use the Transparent Language web site.

The DMARC (Des Moines Area Religious Council) Mobile Pantry begins providing free food to individuals and families from the Library parking lot. The pantry will visit the library twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday afternoons.

Andrea Metzler, owner of Art Terrarium, brought a little color to a cold January winter. A full house learned tips for keeping houseplants alive, healthy and thriving.

The Library provides programming for children while their parents attend ESL classes. A volunteer reads to the children, provides a snack, and gives them structured play time.

Photos of the Whisper Room area before it was created. The Recently Returned books were moved to the New Arrivals Area.