Calendar

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

February 27, 2020, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Fifth Annual Berg Middle School Lip Sync Battle: For The Cure

February 21, 2020, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Our 5th Annual Lip Sync Battle will have a very special meaning this year. ALL profits will go to an organization called Four Diamonds. This organization helps fund childhood cancer research while also taking care of hospital bills for families with children battling this awful disease.

Baqara Skate's Monday Open Skate (1/2 Price Admission)

February 24, 2020, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Baqara Skate

Newton schools are out early on Mondays - need an activity for the kids? Join us for a fun time of roller skating or rollerblading! Stop in to experience our newly renovated facility with updated amenities and additional seating! Our new state of the art sound system and oversized projector screen enhance your experience! We offer a concession stand with a variety of snacks, meals, and beverages!

Cops & Neighborhoods United - Zone 4 Meeting

February 27, 2020, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Christian Life Church

The Newton Police Department is excited to announce the dates for the 2020 Cops & Neighborhoods United Zone Meetings. These meetings are a great opportunity to get to know the officers that are assigned to your neighborhood. At the meeting your zone officers will present educational material, provide statistics for your zone, and answer your questions. If you are unable to make it to the meeting for your zone, feel free to attend any of the meetings. The only difference in the meetings is that the statistics presented will be specific to that zone and the officers presenting will be the Zone Officers for that zone. The rest of the information will be the same.

Zumbini at the Library

February 24, 2020, 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM @ Newton Public Library

Join Rosa every Monday morning for a free weekly Zumbini class! Zumbini is a music and movement class for children ages 0-4, with their caregiver. Families registering must attend all 8 sessions, and priority registration will be given to those who have no previously attended Zumbini at the library. Register by contacting Rosa at zumbinirosa@gmail.com or 505-620-4106. Class will not be held on President's Day, February 17th. This class is sponsored by the Friends of the Newton Public Library.

Baby Storytime

February 24, 2020, 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!

Blues Under the Blue Roof: Rob Lumbard

February 24, 2020, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Enjoy the best blues music Iowa has to offer! A new band or musician is featured every Monday evening in February. The program begins at 6:00 pm, and includes a combination of live music and a discussion of the hallmarks and history of the various styles of blues music. This annual concert series is sponsored by the South Skunk Blues Society, Jasper County Arts Connection, and the Newton Public Library Foundation. Performances are free to attend and are open to the public. All ages welcome. Performance Schedule: February 3, 6:00 pm - Heath Alan February 10, 6:00 pm - Lewis Major February 17, 6:00 pm - Bob Pace & Kathryn Fox February 24, 6:00 pm - Rob Lumbard

Census Informarion Drop-In

February 25, 2020, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Drop-in to the library any time between 10:00 am - 12:00 pm on February 25th, to talk to a U.S. Census Bureau representative about the upcoming 2020 census and applying for local census jobs. No registration required.

Toddler Storytime

February 25, 2020, 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.

Bibliophile Book Club

February 26, 2020, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Join our adult library book club for a discussion of a different book every month. The club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm, unless otherwise noted. The upcoming book will be selected by the group at the monthly meeting. Request your copy of the current month's book at the library information desk, or by calling 641-792-4108. New members always welcome! January - "Uncommon Type: Some Stories" by Tom Hanks February - "Where the Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens

Dental Health Storytime with Dr. Parsons

February 27, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Join us for a special dental health storytime with Dr. Parsons from The Dental Practice. Storytime for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregiver. Siblings welcome! No registration required.

Preschool Storytime

February 27, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

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