The library welcomes Cindy Grill May 15

Blues Under the Blue Roof: Cindy Grill

Thursday, May 15, 5 p.m.

Cindy Grill performs at the final Blues Under the Blue Roof of the year! This event is held in the library meeting room and is free to attend. All ages welcome. This concert series is made possible by the South Skunk Blues Society, The Arts Connection, and the Newton Public Library Foundation. Questions? Please contact Public Services Librarian, Becca Klein at 641-792-4108.

Terrarium Workshop

Monday, May 19, 5:30 p.m.

Join local artist, Kirsten Warrick for a terrarium building workshop for adults. Attendees are encouraged to wear clothing that can get dirty! All other materials will be provided. Registration for the workshop opens on May 12th. Ages 18+. Please call the library at 641-792-4108 to register. Questions? Please contact Public Services Librarian, Becca Klein at 641-792-4108.

Library Closed for Memorial Day

The Newton Public Library will be closed Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. Regular library hours will resume on May 27.

Summer Reading Kick Off!

Monday, June 2, 4 – 6 p.m.

Summer Reading for all ages will kick off on Monday, June 2nd with our registration event from 4 to 6 p.m. Children that register that evening will receive a free ice cream treat from Sea Turtle Ice Cream Truck. Dairy free and Gluten free options will be available. Elephant & Piggie book characters will be there to say hello to children. Event is generously sponsored by Van Hemert Family Dentistry. Questions? Please contact Youth Services Librarian, Phyllis Peter.

Summer Plant Swap

Plant Swap: Thursday, June 12, 5 – 6 p.m.

Plant Drop Off: June 7 – 11

Pick up something green at our summer plant swap! Drop off your extra or unwanted plants at the library June 7 - 11 and pick up a swap ticket for each plant you bring in. Donations may include houseplants, flowers, vegetables, perennials, and annuals. Bring your tickets back on June 12 between 5 - 6 p.m. to exchange them for new plants to take home! Plants must be healthy, rooted in soil, and include identification. Questions? Please contact Public Services Librarian, Becca Klein at 641-792-4108.

Absolute Science Bubble Workshop

Monday, June 16, 9 a.m. – noon

Join us for an amazing, hands-on bubble workshop for kids of all ages! The event is free to attend, but attendees must pick up a ticket in advance, to reserve their time slot. Tickets will be available for 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. time slots. Tickets will be available beginning June 2 at the library’s Summer Reading Kickoff Event. This program will take place on the library lawn. This event is sponsored by the Schiller Family Foundation