The summer reading kickoff for all ages will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday. A free hotdog picnic provided by Hy-Vee will be on the library lawn for kids. Registration for the summer reading program for toddlers through sixth grade begins at 4 p.m. All children who register will receive a plastic book bag and a summer reading book log to keep track of the books you have read.
How to register: You may bring a completed registration form to the picnic to save time. Pick up a registration form at the library, or download one from the library website, www.newton.lib.ia.us If you can't make it to the picnic, you may still join the summer reading program anytime during the summer. We will not accept registration forms until the picnic begins.
Adults can register at the Information Desk starting at 4 p.m. on Tuesday. Individual events will be open for registration as well. First 20 registrants receive a special giveaway.
Program flyers are available at the library checkout counter.
Check-out for prizes
All this summer, adults that checkout five items or more at a time will be entered for weekly giveaways at the checkout counter.
Hobbit party
Party with us in the library meeting room at 3 p.m. on Wednesday. Open to teens and adults, register at the information desk or by calling 641-792-4108. Enjoy riddles, Hobbit trivia, Hobbit snacks, and receive a Gollum Goody bag. We’ll be showing “The Hobbit: Battle of Five Armies.”
Library hiring shelver
The library is looking to hire a part-time library page/shelver. Must be a minimum of 16 years old. This is a year-round position. Apply at the information desk.
eBook downloads
Bring in your Kindle, Nook, iPad or smartphone to learn how to download free eBooks and Audiobooks for free. Any librarian can help you at the information desk. Want to try it on your own? Simply go into your app store and download the Overdrive Media Console App. Select Newton Public Library as your site and you are good to go with your library card.
Professional
Development Book Club
The Newton Public Library hosts and leads a Professional Development Book Club. We will be discussing “Reality Based Leadership” by Cy Wakeman at noon on Wednesday in the library conference room. New members are encouraged to contact Nicole Lindstrom at 641-792-4108 or nlindstrom@newton.lib.ia.us to sign up for a book. This book club is designed to open up communication between professionals, encourage networking and personal growth.
Five song
downloads a week
Freegal Music now allows five free song downloads a week. These songs are yours to keep and all you need is a library card. Go to www.freegalmusic.com to download music today. Find today's newest hits along with hits from the past. Songs are MP3 and iTunes compatible.