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Every year during the second week of April, the telecommunications personnel in the public safety community, are honored. This week-long event, initially set up in 1981 by Patricia Anderson of the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office in California, is a time to celebrate and thank those who dedicate their lives to serving the public. It is a week that should be set aside so everyone can be made aware of their hard work and dedication. We encourage all of you to celebrate and honor yourselves, your co-workers, your bosses and your employees.

National Volunteer Week is an annual celebration observed in many countries, to promote and show appreciation for volunteerism and volunteering.

Wondering what to read next? Check out our new monthly mystery bags for adults! Mystery bags have a different theme every month and contain a surprise selection of 4-5 books and movies, an adult craft, and other treats. Return the books and movies when you're done with them - keep the other goodies! April's theme is "Natural Wonders". The April bag will include a selection of non-fiction and fiction books about nature, animals, and the great outdoors. The craft is a paper butterfly display jar. Registration opens March 22nd. Call the library at 641-792-4108 to register.

Join our spring virtual scavenger hunt for all ages! Just download the GooseChase app on your phone or mobile device and search for game name Newton Public Library Signs of Spring Scavenger Hunt, or enter game code GZXR58. Find as many of the items on our list as you can while competing with other teams. One lucky team will win a spring prize basket!