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August 7, 2021, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM @ NCMIC Insurance Company
Battle of the 'Burbs 20212021-08-07T09:00:00Join us on August 7, 2021, for the annual Battle of the 'Burbs 5K, 10K, and FREE Kids' Fun Run! Your registration is donated to your choice of Clive, Johnston, Urbandale, Waukee, or West Des Moines - or to all of them - and gives you access to both the race and after-party. See you at the starting line!
NCMIC Insurance Company 14001 University AveCliveIA50325 Join us on August 7, 2021, for the annual Battle of the 'Burbs 5K, 10K, and FREE Kids' Fun Run! Your registration is donated to your choice of Clive, Johnston, Urbandale, Waukee, or West Des Moines - or to all of them - and gives you access to both the race and after-party. See you at the starting line!
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August 8, 2021, 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Terra Park Lake
Introduction to Kayak Fishing2021-08-08T15:00:00Individuals ages 12+ years old are invited to learn kayak fishing basics at Terra Lake. Prerequisite- must have attended one of our basic kayaking events, as this program will be challenging to those who do not know basic kayaking skills. Participants will learn key skills such as balancing the kayak while fishing, fish habitat identification, fishing rod placement, risks & hazard identification, and risk management. Limited kayaks will be available while supplies last. Please bring your own equipment, if you have it. Adult supervision is required at all times. Adult registration for those under 18 years old is required.
How you can prepare:
Register for the event.
Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Check out the calendar for future events.
Terra Park Lake6300 Pioneer ParkwayJohnstonIA50131 Individuals ages 12+ years old are invited to learn kayak fishing basics at Terra Lake. Prerequisite- must have attended one of our basic kayaking events, as this program will be challenging to those who do not know basic kayaking skills. Participants will learn key skills such as balancing the kayak while fishing, fish habitat identification, fishing rod placement, risks & hazard identification, and risk management. Limited kayaks will be available while supplies last. Please bring your own equipment, if you have it. Adult supervision is required at all times. Adult registration for those under 18 years old is required.
How you can prepare:
Register for the event.
Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Check out the calendar for future events.
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August 8, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Johnston Public Library
Sundae in the Park2021-08-08T18:00:00Join the City of Johnston, Johnston Community School District, and Johnston Community Education on Sunday, August 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. for an evening of music and ice cream, with an extra sprinkle of fun! Come see what groups your child can become involved in outside of school and meet city leaders. A variety of youth organizations will be on hand providing information on youth activities. Hop into the cab of a city snowplow, explore a fire engine and sit shotgun in a Johnston police vehicle! The 1902 Simpson House museum will be open for tours during this event. The event will take place at Johnston Commons.
Johnston Public Library6700 Merle Hay RoadJohnstonIA50131 Join the City of Johnston, Johnston Community School District, and Johnston Community Education on Sunday, August 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. for an evening of music and ice cream, with an extra sprinkle of fun! Come see what groups your child can become involved in outside of school and meet city leaders. A variety of youth organizations will be on hand providing information on youth activities. Hop into the cab of a city snowplow, explore a fire engine and sit shotgun in a Johnston police vehicle! The 1902 Simpson House museum will be open for tours during this event. The event will take place at Johnston Commons.
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August 10, 2021, 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Johnston Public Library
Farmers Market2021-08-10T15:30:00The CIty of Johnston's Farmers Market will run through October 12. Come out and enjoy fresh produce, live music, baked goods, crafts, food trucks and more. The market runs from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Proceeds from the Farmers Market benefit the Johnston residential tree program.
Should you have questions regarding the market, please contact Judy Anderson at (515) 278-0939 or email for more information.
Johnston Public Library6700 Merle Hay RoadJohnstonIA50131 The CIty of Johnston's Farmers Market will run through October 12. Come out and enjoy fresh produce, live music, baked goods, crafts, food trucks and more. The market runs from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Proceeds from the Farmers Market benefit the Johnston residential tree program.
Should you have questions regarding the market, please contact Judy Anderson at (515) 278-0939 or email for more information.
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August 12, 2021, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM @ Terra Lake
Lunch and Lures2021-08-12T11:30:00Join Johnston Parks & Recreation for "Lures and Lunch" at Terra Park. Participants can bring their lunch to the fishing pier and the City of Johnston Parks & Recreation Department will have bait and fishing poles for you to "cast" away from your workday for an hour of carefree catch and release fishing and aquatic education. If you are age 16 and older, you must have an Iowa Fishing License. Event registration is required.
Terra Lake6300 Pioneer PkwyJohnstonIA50131 Join Johnston Parks & Recreation for "Lures and Lunch" at Terra Park. Participants can bring their lunch to the fishing pier and the City of Johnston Parks & Recreation Department will have bait and fishing poles for you to "cast" away from your workday for an hour of carefree catch and release fishing and aquatic education. If you are age 16 and older, you must have an Iowa Fishing License. Event registration is required.
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August 12, 2021, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM @ Terra Lake
Fishing Buddies2021-08-12T17:00:00Grab a "buddy" and head on out to Terra Lake, Johnston, for a fun evening of fishing. The First Catch Center will provide tips and tricks for beginner fishing and will be there to help assist and provide information. If you have your own equipment, please bring it with you. Limited equipment will be available upon request. If you are age 16 and older, you must have an Iowa Fishing License. Event registration is required.
Terra Lake 6300 Pioneer PkwyJohnstonIA50131 Grab a "buddy" and head on out to Terra Lake, Johnston, for a fun evening of fishing. The First Catch Center will provide tips and tricks for beginner fishing and will be there to help assist and provide information. If you have your own equipment, please bring it with you. Limited equipment will be available upon request. If you are age 16 and older, you must have an Iowa Fishing License. Event registration is required.
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August 14, 2021, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Terra Park
Rip Roar Youth Triathlon Series Championships2021-08-14T08:00:00Athletes will attend from 15 states and compete throughout the year leading to the championships. Rip Roar will have an open water swim in Terra Lake, run and bike.
Juniors will swim 50 meters, bike 1/2 mile and run 2 miles.
Intermediates will swim 100 meters, bike 4 miles and run 1 mile.
Seniors will swim 200 meters, bike 6 miles and run 2 miles.
Terra Park6400 Pioneer ParkwayJohnstonIA50131 Athletes will attend from 15 states and compete throughout the year leading to the championships. Rip Roar will have an open water swim in Terra Lake, run and bike.
Juniors will swim 50 meters, bike 1/2 mile and run 2 miles.
Intermediates will swim 100 meters, bike 4 miles and run 1 mile.
Seniors will swim 200 meters, bike 6 miles and run 2 miles.
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August 17, 2021, 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Johnston Public Library
Farmers Market2021-08-17T15:30:00The CIty of Johnston's Farmers Market will run through October 12. Come out and enjoy fresh produce, live music, baked goods, crafts, food trucks and more. The market runs from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Proceeds from the Farmers Market benefit the Johnston residential tree program.
Should you have questions regarding the market, please contact Judy Anderson at (515) 278-0939 or email for more information.
Johnston Public Library6700 Merle Hay RoadJohnstonIA50131 The CIty of Johnston's Farmers Market will run through October 12. Come out and enjoy fresh produce, live music, baked goods, crafts, food trucks and more. The market runs from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Proceeds from the Farmers Market benefit the Johnston residential tree program.
Should you have questions regarding the market, please contact Judy Anderson at (515) 278-0939 or email for more information.
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August 19, 2021, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM @ Terra Lake
Lunch and Lures2021-08-19T11:30:00Join Johnston Parks & Recreation for "Lures and Lunch" at Terra Park. Participants can bring their lunch to the fishing pier and the City of Johnston Parks & Recreation Department will have bait and fishing poles for you to "cast" away from your workday for an hour of carefree catch and release fishing and aquatic education. If you are age 16 and older, you must have an Iowa Fishing License. Event registration is required.
Terra Lake6300 Pioneer PkwyJohnstonIA50131 Join Johnston Parks & Recreation for "Lures and Lunch" at Terra Park. Participants can bring their lunch to the fishing pier and the City of Johnston Parks & Recreation Department will have bait and fishing poles for you to "cast" away from your workday for an hour of carefree catch and release fishing and aquatic education. If you are age 16 and older, you must have an Iowa Fishing License. Event registration is required.
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August 19, 2021, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Terra Park Lake
Beginner Kayaking Event2021-08-19T17:00:00Individuals ages 12+ years old are invited to learn kayak fishing basics at Terra Lake. Participants will learn key skills such as basic paddling, hazard identification, and risk management. Limited kayaks will be available while supplies last. Please bring your own equipment, if you have it. Adult supervision is required at all times. Adult registration required for those under 18 years old.
How you can prepare:
Register for the event.
Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Check out the calendar for future events.
Terra Park Lake6300 Pioneer PkwyJohnstonIA50131 Individuals ages 12+ years old are invited to learn kayak fishing basics at Terra Lake. Participants will learn key skills such as basic paddling, hazard identification, and risk management. Limited kayaks will be available while supplies last. Please bring your own equipment, if you have it. Adult supervision is required at all times. Adult registration required for those under 18 years old.
How you can prepare:
Register for the event.
Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Check out the calendar for future events.
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August 21, 2021, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM @ Terra Park
Mayor's Run for the Trails 2021-08-21T08:00:00Lace up your shoes and join us for the 10th Annual Mayor's Run for the Trails.
The registration fee includes a short-sleeve performance blend t-shirt. If you register after 8/7/21, your shirt size is not guaranteed. We will do our best to increase shirt sizes on quantities before the order is placed to accommodate runners. We apologize in advance if you order a shirt after August 7th and we no longer have that size available.
Terra Park6400 Pioneer ParkwayJohnstonIA50131 Lace up your shoes and join us for the 10th Annual Mayor's Run for the Trails.
The registration fee includes a short-sleeve performance blend t-shirt. If you register after 8/7/21, your shirt size is not guaranteed. We will do our best to increase shirt sizes on quantities before the order is placed to accommodate runners. We apologize in advance if you order a shirt after August 7th and we no longer have that size available.
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August 24, 2021, 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Johnston Public Library
Farmers Market2021-08-24T15:30:00The CIty of Johnston's Farmers Market will run through October 12. Come out and enjoy fresh produce, live music, baked goods, crafts, food trucks and more. The market runs from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Proceeds from the Farmers Market benefit the Johnston residential tree program.
Should you have questions regarding the market, please contact Judy Anderson at (515) 278-0939 or email for more information.
Johnston Public Library6700 Merle Hay RoadJohnstonIA50131 The CIty of Johnston's Farmers Market will run through October 12. Come out and enjoy fresh produce, live music, baked goods, crafts, food trucks and more. The market runs from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Proceeds from the Farmers Market benefit the Johnston residential tree program.
Should you have questions regarding the market, please contact Judy Anderson at (515) 278-0939 or email for more information.
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August 26, 2021, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM @ Terra Lake
Lunch and Lures2021-08-26T11:30:00Join Johnston Parks & Recreation for "Lures and Lunch" at Terra Park. Participants can bring their lunch to the fishing pier and the City of Johnston Parks & Recreation Department will have bait and fishing poles for you to "cast" away from your workday for an hour of carefree catch and release fishing and aquatic education. If you are age 16 and older, you must have an Iowa Fishing License. Event registration is required.
Terra Lake6300 Pioneer PkwyJohnstonIA50131 Join Johnston Parks & Recreation for "Lures and Lunch" at Terra Park. Participants can bring their lunch to the fishing pier and the City of Johnston Parks & Recreation Department will have bait and fishing poles for you to "cast" away from your workday for an hour of carefree catch and release fishing and aquatic education. If you are age 16 and older, you must have an Iowa Fishing License. Event registration is required.
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August 26, 2021, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Terra Park Lake
Beginner Fishing Workshop2021-08-26T16:00:00Come on out to Terra Lake for an evening of fishing lessons and workshops. Participants will learn key fishing skills such as ethics, regulations, fish ID, knot tying, tackle assembly, casting, baiting, reeling and landing fish. The First Catch Center will provide tips and tricks for beginner fishing and will be there to help assist and provide information. If you have your own equipment, please bring it with you. Limited equipment will be available upon request.
How you can prepare:
Register for the event.
Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Check out the fishing "Tutorials & Guides" page on the FirstCatchCenterIowa website for information. Check out the calendar for future events.
Terra Park Lake6300 Pioneer PkwyJohnstonIA50131 Come on out to Terra Lake for an evening of fishing lessons and workshops. Participants will learn key fishing skills such as ethics, regulations, fish ID, knot tying, tackle assembly, casting, baiting, reeling and landing fish. The First Catch Center will provide tips and tricks for beginner fishing and will be there to help assist and provide information. If you have your own equipment, please bring it with you. Limited equipment will be available upon request.
How you can prepare:
Register for the event.
Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Check out the fishing "Tutorials & Guides" page on the FirstCatchCenterIowa website for information. Check out the calendar for future events.
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August 28, 2021, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM @ Johnston Town Center
Johnston Town Center Grand Opening2021-08-28T15:00:00Save the date! The Johnston Town Center Grand Opening will be on Saturday, August 28! There will be food, fun and live entertainment. We hope to see you all there! Stay tuned for more information coming soon!
Johnston Town CenterNW 62nd Ave & Merle Hay RdJohnstonIA50131 Save the date! The Johnston Town Center Grand Opening will be on Saturday, August 28! There will be food, fun and live entertainment. We hope to see you all there! Stay tuned for more information coming soon!
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August 31, 2021, 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Johnston Public Library
Farmers Market2021-08-31T15:30:00The CIty of Johnston's Farmers Market will run through October 12. Come out and enjoy fresh produce, live music, baked goods, crafts, food trucks and more. The market runs from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Proceeds from the Farmers Market benefit the Johnston residential tree program.
Should you have questions regarding the market, please contact Judy Anderson at (515) 278-0939 or email for more information.
Johnston Public Library6700 Merle Hay RoadJohnstonIA50131 The CIty of Johnston's Farmers Market will run through October 12. Come out and enjoy fresh produce, live music, baked goods, crafts, food trucks and more. The market runs from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Proceeds from the Farmers Market benefit the Johnston residential tree program.
Should you have questions regarding the market, please contact Judy Anderson at (515) 278-0939 or email for more information.
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