Johnston Rotary

06/05/2026

Don't miss this great opportunity to support the Johnston Community School Foundation and Johnston Rotary's charitable projects, and enjoy a great golfing experience at Hyperion Field Club on June 22, 2026!! Register now!

06/04/2026

At this week’s meeting our guest speaker was Drake University Athletic Director Brian Hardin. We learned a lot about Drake’s athletic successes, student athletes’ academic excellence and Brian’s vision to embrace Drake Athletics as "Des Moines' Hometown Team”.

06/03/2026

Golfers, this is your chance to play the private Hyperion Field Club while supporting two great local causes!

Join us June 22 for the 5th Annual Johnston Rotary Golf Tournament benefiting the Johnston Community School Foundation and Johnston Rotary projects, including new kid-friendly book shelving at the Johnston Public Library.

Spots are limited, so gather your foursome and register today:
https://johnston-rotary-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/

05/20/2026

This week Police Captain Steve Nore and Sergeant Nate Johnston shared information about the fun activities coming up at Family Fest 2026 on Saturday, June 6th at Johnston Town Center and about the police exchange with Kosovo. For more info about Family Fest click: https://johnstontowncenter.com/events/family-fest/

05/12/2026

Today's speaker, Jeff Condon from Polk County Conservation, told us about all of the current and upcoming family-friendly recreational opportunities at Sleepy Hollow Sports Park such as all-weather skiing, snowboarding, and tubing on the world's largest Snowflex downhill surface right here on the east side of Des Moines. For more info go to https://sleepyhollowsportspark.com/

05/05/2026

Last week we heard from members Dave Boberg and Michael Wunn, who gave us insight into their varied and interesting careers. Today we heard from the Iowa Cancer Registry and learned about Iowa's ranking regarding cancer and specific types of cancer. We have the opportunity to hear excellent speakers at our meetings from the local, regional, and international community.

04/29/2026

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We’re off to a great start! 🎉

Thanks to your support, the Johnston Public Library Foundation has raised $4,128.97 toward our $15,000 goal—helping more people in our community find their joy at the library.

From story times and Summer Reading to hands-on learning and connection, your support makes these moments possible. 💛

Want to help us go even further?
Share this campaign with friends and family who love the library—it truly makes a difference.

👉 www.johnstonlibrary.com/foundation