NPL offers adventures for all

Dinosaur Encounter

Monday, July 14, 1 – 3 p.m.

Children are invited to come to the Library on July 14 from 1 to 3 pm to see dinosaurs up close and personal! Visiting dinosaurs will include Alexie a T-Rex, and Angus the Carnotaurus and some smaller “baby” dinosaurs. Don’t miss this awesome event. This is a come and go event, not a presented program. No registration required, event is free to attend.

Mario & Princess Peach Pool Party at Maytag Pool

Tuesday, July 22, 6 – 8 p.m.

The Newton Public Library and the Newton Parks and Recreation Department are hosting a free pool party at Maytag Pool on July 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets are available at the library. You must have a free ticket to enter the event, so that we can be sure we are adhering to pool capacity limits for everyone’s safety. Princess Peach and Mario will be there the first hour to greet kids!

Prehistoric Tools of Iowa’s Indigenous People with Steve Miller

Thursday, July 24, 5:30 p.m.

Join Steve Miller, avocational archaeologist, outdoor enthusiast, and Newton resident, for a fascinating discussion of the prehistoric tools he’s found & collected throughout Central Iowa. Miller will share his favorite artifact-hunting stories, along with displays from his impressive personal collection. This program is free to attend and open to the public. Sponsored by the Newton Public Library Foundation. Questions? Contact Public Services Librarian, Becca Klein at 641-792-4108.

Whitetail: Treasure, Trophy, or Trouble? – A History of Deer in Iowa

Tuesday, July 29, 5:30 p.m.

Hunters, farmers, gardeners, homeowners, motorists, and wildlife watchers each may have their own opinions of deer – but it’s no exaggeration to say that Iowa’s prolific deer herd affects nearly every person in the state.

Larry Stone will examine our love-hate relationship with deer in his program Whitetail: Treasure, Trophy or Trouble? – A History of Deer in Iowa. Stone traces the fascinating saga of an animal that had nearly vanished a century ago, but whose population has exploded in recent years. It’s a testimony to the incredible adaptability of deer, as well as to a century of conservation and restoration efforts – and the challenges of managing a bountiful herd. It’s a story with broad appeal to anyone interested in Iowa’s outdoors. The program includes striking photos by Stone and premier wildlife photographer the late Roger Hill. The presentation lasts about 40 minutes and will be followed by an open discussion and questions. 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. Questions? Contact Public Services Librarian, Becca Klein at 641-792-4108.

Mermaid & Moana Pool Party at Maytag Pool

Tuesday, July 29, 6 – 8 p.m.

The Newton Public Library and the Newton Parks and Recreation Department are hosting a free pool party on July 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. This event is generously sponsored by FNNB of Newton. Tickets are available for pickup at the library. You must have a free ticket to enter the event, so that we can be sure we are adhering to pool capacity limits for everyone’s safety. Two mermaids and Moana will be there to greet kids!