Tax Form Information
It’s tax time again — and there has been a big change to the number and types of documents the IRS will be providing. This year we will only have the 1040, 1040A and 1040EZ forms — no instructions or schedules. We will have one set of complete 2014 forms available for copying. You can always use our computers to print the forms you need for $0.10 a page or ask the Information Librarian to print them for you at the same price. No tax forms are available at the library as of Thursday.
The state of Iowa ended their distribution program several years ago and the forms will be available by contacting the Department of Revenue at 800-532-1531 or by printing forms online.
New Tablet?
If you received a new tablet for the holidays, bring it into the library to learn how to download eBooks and audiobooks. We can also help you sync email and connect to Wi-Fi. There will be a class at 6 p.m. Monday in the meeting room as well, teaching how to download eBooks. Bring you library card and fully charged tablet with.
Preschool Story Times
Every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. the library has story time for preschoolers, ages 3 to 5. Siblings are welcome. Story time includes books, music, finger-plays and a simple craft. Call Youth Services Librarian Phyllis Peter at 641-792-4108 for more information.
Book Club & Network
The Professional Development Book Club will be meeting in the library meeting room at 6 p.m. on Jan. 21. We will be discussing “Essentialism” by Greg McKeown; copies are available by asking at the Information Desk. This book club is open to the public and aimed at those looking to increase their own value, to network, or learn something new.
Introduction to Computers
There will be two classes on Jan. 23 on computer basics. Call the library at 641-792-4108 to register for the 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. class. Learn how to turn on and off a computer, use a mouse and keyboard, open windows and tabs, and the basic components to get you started. This is a one-time class.
Get Books Delivered to Your Home
The library offers access to library materials to persons unable to visit the library in person because of illness, injury, mobility, or disability. The library will match the homebound individual with a volunteer who will deliver books for patrons within city limits of Newton. Homebound readers will be able to check out books, audiobooks, and magazines. If you would like to apply for Homebound Reader service call the Information Desk at 641-792-4108 to request an application be mailed to you.
Display Case Reservations
The Library is now taking reservations for our display cases for the year of 2015 (reservations are for one month’s time). The library has two display cases, one in the lobby and the Memorial Display Case located inside the library. The lobby is open to nonprofit groups and organizations to share their information. The Memorial Display case is for individuals wishing to showcase their collections. To reserve a display case, call Nicole Lindstrom at 641-792-4108.