Nothing but fun at the library!

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 May 20 at the library. This program will take place on the library lawn. This event is sponsored by the Schiller Family Foundation.

Acrylic Paint Along Class

Tuesday, June 17, 5:30 p.m.

Join local artist, Kirsten Warrick, for an acrylic paint-along class at the library! Attendees are encouraged to bring an apron; all other materials will be provided. Registration for library cardholders opens June 9. Non-cardholders are welcome to register beginning June 11. Call the library at 641-792-4108 to register. Ages 18+

The Curious Case of

the Bipolar Detective

Thursday, June 19, 5:30 p.m.

Join licensed substance abuse counselor and president of The Younger Stamfords of Iowa City, a Sherlock Holmes literary society, Monica Schmidt for an exploration into the clinical world of Sherlock Holmes.

Schmidt will discuss Holmes’s characteristic mood swings throughout the 60 Sherlock Holmes novels and short stories, while also educating about clinical diagnosis of bipolar disorder. This program is free to attend and open to the public. This event is sponsored by Humanities Iowa. A cultural resource for Iowans since 1971, Humanities Iowa offers many cultural and historical programs and grants to Iowa’s communities.

Twisted Bo-Kay

Balloon Art Storytelling

Monday, June 23, 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.

Patti Dee of Twisted Bo-Kay will present an interactive balloon storytelling show for kids on Monday, June 23rd. Tickets are required to attend the show, and will be available for pick up at the library beginning May 20th. Please note latex balloons will be used, and balloons will not be given to all children attending, it will instead be a storytelling show using balloons as props.

Acrylic Paint Along Class

Tuesday, June 24, 5:30 p.m.

Join local artist, Kirsten Warrick, for an acrylic paint-along class at the library! Attendees are encouraged to bring an apron; all other materials will be provided. Registration for library cardholders opens June 16. Non-cardholders are welcome to register beginning June 18th. Call the library at 641-792-4108 to register. Ages 18+

Cactus Planter Workshop with

The Plant Dealer

Monday, June 30, 5:30 p.m.

Join Sylvia Townsend, owner of The Plant Dealer in Newton, for a cactus planter workshop at the Newton Public Library. You’ll make your own cactus bowl planter while learning about these fun and unique plants! All materials and plants will be provided. Registration is required. Registration for library cardholders opens June 23. Non-cardholders are invited to register beginning June 25. Call the library at 641-792-4108 to register. Ages 18+. This program is sponsored by the Newton Public Library Foundation.