Calendar

Regular City Council Meeting

November 19, 2018, 6:00 PM @ Council Chambers

Park Board Meeting

November 21, 2018, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM @ Council Chambers

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

November 22, 2018, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Hometown Pride Meeting

November 19, 2018, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Greater Newton Chamber of Commerce

Free Knitting & Crochet Class at Jasper County Church of Christ

November 19, 2018, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Jasper County Church of Christ

You're Invited!!! What: Free Knitting & Crochet Class When: Monday, February 19th (and every 3rd Monday of the month!) @ 7pm Where: Jasper County church of Christ, 1813 1st St. N (Newton UAW Hall) Bring your yarn and needles or hooks, and let's have some fun! (Knitting needles size 7, 8, or 9) (Crochet hooks size j, k, l, or m)

Greater Newton Chamber of Commerce Lighted Holiday Parade and Courthouse Lighting

November 23, 2018, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Downtown Newton

Join the Chamber as we kick off the holiday season with the lighting of the Jasper County Courthouse followed by the Lighted Parade! Enjoy FREE horse and carriage rides courtesy of Edward Jones; Brendan Lamont, Mark Allen, Travis Padget, John O'Bannon, and Nate Milone. Those will begin at 4:30 and end at 8 p.m. You will also enjoy "Cookies and Caroling" after the parade from Community Heights Alliance Church. Starting at 5 p.m., the Young Professionals of Jasper County will be offering chili in the courthouse, with their annual "Chili Cook-Off", once inside, you can walk around the courthouse and enjoy the local 4-H's "Festival Of Trees". Then after the parade, the kids can visit Santa inside the courthouse as well! Do some shopping while you are downtown and enjoy retail interactive window displays! Bring the family, make some memories, and help us celebrate the holiday season in downtown Newton!

Shop Downtown Newton's Interactive Window Display

November 23, 2018, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

This is sure to be a fun event you don't want to miss. We will have an Interactive Window Display in several of the shops this year. It will take place, after the courthouse lighting and the lighted Christmas parade. It is such a fun way to kick off a holiday season. We hope to see you there!

Baqara Floral Lounge Holiday Spirit Night

November 29, 2018, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Baqara Floral Lounge

Let's jump into the holiday spirit by being creative and showing generosity towards others! Create your own fresh holiday wreath for your home or a loved one. All supplies included. Just bring your creativeness! Drinks, snacks and music included! Please bring a pair of gloves, mittens, hat or scarf. These will be donated to Iowan's in need. Limited seats available.

Baby Storytime

November 19, 2018, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Join our Youth Services Librarian, Phyllis Peter, on Monday mornings for a special storytime designed for the youngest members of the family! Baby storytime provides a gentle and fun introduction to literacy through songs, stories, and finger plays. For newborns to 18 months with a parent or caregiver (siblings are welcome). Storytime begins at 10:30 am, then stay for play and social time after the program!

Yoga at the Library

November 19, 2018, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Certified yoga instructor, Meghan Davis leads an introductory yoga class for adults. No experience necessary! Attendees may bring a towel or yoga mat, if they wish. This class is sponsored by the Newton YMCA. Call 641-792-4108 to register. Ages 16+.

Toddler Storytime

November 20, 2018, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Storytime for ages 18 to 36 months, with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! Join us for stories, music, and a simple craft. No registration necessary.

Library Early Closing

November 21, 2018, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

The Library will be close early on November 21st at 5:00 pm and remain closed through November 23rd. The Library will resume regular hours on Saturday, November 24th.

Library Closed for Thanksgiving

November 22, 2018, 8:00 AM - November 23, 2018, 8:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

The Library will be close early on November 21st at 5:00 pm and remain closed through November 23rd. The Library will resume regular hours on Saturday, November 24th.

Baby Storytime

November 26, 2018, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Join our Youth Services Librarian, Phyllis Peter, on Monday mornings for a special storytime designed for the youngest members of the family! Baby storytime provides a gentle and fun introduction to literacy through songs, stories, and finger plays. For newborns to 18 months with a parent or caregiver (siblings are welcome). Storytime begins at 10:30 am, then stay for play and social time after the program!

Tuesday Tea with Austen

November 27, 2018, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Join us for the first meeting of our Jane Austen book club! The November book is Pride and Prejudice. Copies of the book may be requested at the Library information desk. Tea and light refreshments will be served. All are welcome to attend!

Toddler Storytime

November 27, 2018, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Storytime for ages 18 to 36 months, with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! Join us for stories, music, and a simple craft. No registration necessary.

Parent Cafe

November 29, 2018, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Join the Newton Public Library and the Jasper County Health Department for cocoa and conversation. This event provides parents of preschoolers with an opportunity to connect while children attend library storytime. Both children and adults will receive a free book!

Preschool Storytime

November 29, 2018, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Storytime for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregiver, in the Carousel Horse Room. Siblings welcome! Storytime includes stories, music, and a simple craft. No registration required.

Bob Ross Paint-Along

November 29, 2018, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Make a "happy little accident" at the library! Join us for an adult painting program where we follow along with Bob Ross and his Joy of Painting television show. All materials provided, attendees are encouraged to bring an apron. This program requires a ticket to attend. You may pick up your free ticket on November 29th, beginning at 5:30 pm. Ages 18+