Iowa One Room
Schools Program
Join us on Wednesday at 2 p.m. for a program on One room Schools by Iowan Bill Sherman. This presentation reviews milestones and the impact of Iowa’s network of one-room country schools and uses Jasper County schoolhouses as examples. It describes how former country school buildings are being recycled or have been preserved and are being used today as schools by Amish and Mennonite groups. Learn about Iowa School heroes and about teacher strikes in 1920 in Jasper County that demonstrated teacher concerns. Attendees are encouraged to discuss their country school experiences and bring books, certificates, documents and photographs from their school to share.
Rescheduled Movie:
Future of Farming in the Midwest
Thursday at 1 p.m. join us in the library meeting room for a documentary on Midwest farmers. Most Americans have never stepped foot on a farm or ranch or even talked to the people who grow and raise the food we eat. Farmland will take an intimate look at the lives of farmers and ranchers in their '20s, all of whom are now responsible for running their farming business. Through this film you'll step inside the world of farming for a first-hand glimpse into the lives of young farmers and ranchers.
Learn about their high-risk/high-reward jobs and passion for a way of life that has been passed down from generation to generation, yet continues to evolve. While watching the movie, enjoy snacks from the Newton Farmer’s Market purchased by the Friends of the Newton Public Library.
Fix that Engine
Did you know the library has 3 databases to help you fix up your vehicle, lawnmower and other engines? Search through Auto Repair Reference Center, Chilton Library or Small Engine Repair Reference Center for all your engine needs ranging from foreign to American made vehicles, wiring maps, how-tos and where to take your vehicle. Go to www.newton.lib.ia.us, click on Catalog, log-in with your library card, click on Databases and start searching. Call or stop in with any questions.
LEGOs
The library would like to start a Lego afternoon program but we are in need of Legos! If you have some that you would like to donate, contact Phyllis Peter at 641-792-4108. Thank you.
Check-out for Prizes
All this summer adults and teens that checkout 5 items or more at a time will be entered for weekly giveaways at the checkout counter.
eBook Downloads
Bring in your Kindle, Nook, iPad or smart phone 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.
5 Song Downloads a Week
Freegal Music now allows 5 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.
The library will be closed on July 3 and July 4..