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Bookish Birdhouses Art Show
Swing by and check out our annual Bookish Birdhouse Art Show! The art show features a variety of birdhouses, designed and decorated by readers of all ages in honor of their favorite books and authors. The show will run Sept. 15 - 30.
The Secret History of the KKK in Iowa
Monday, Sept. 22, 5:30 p.m.
Uncover the Secret History of the KKK in Iowa with historian Darcy Maulsby. White hoods and robes. Cross burnings. Parades of Ku Klux Klan members on the streets and fairgrounds of Iowa’s small towns and cities. It all seems improbable — and yet it happened repeatedly in countless rural and urban communities across Iowa in the mid-1920s. While much of this history is shrouded in mystery, and some has been lost, a surprising number of stories, photos and news clippings still exist, when you know where to look. This powerful program takes you back in time to better understand why the “second coming” of the KKK occurred at this point in American history, how the secretive group gained traction in Iowa, why the KKK faded into history (at least in Iowa) prior to the Great Depression, and what this history means for us today. This program is open to the public and free to attend. Sponsored by the Newton Public Library Foundation.
Chess Club for Kids!
Monday, Sept. 29, 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Kids in grades 1st – 6th are invited to learn how to play chess and practice with other children their own age. This program is free to attend and will be held in the teen area. No registration required
Library Closed for Staff Training
Wednesday, Oct. 1
The Newton Public Library will be closed the morning of Oct. 1, for staff training. The library will reopen to the public at 2 p.m.
October Mystery Bag
Wondering what to read next? Check out our FREE monthly mystery bags for adults! Mystery bags have a different theme every month and contain a surprise selection of 4-5 books and an adult craft. Return the library books when you’re done with them - keep the craft! The October theme is “Thrills & Chills!” The October bag will include a selection of thrillers, mysteries, and spooky spine-tinglers. The craft is a pumpkin patch shadowbox. Registration opens Sept. 22. Ages 18+
Acrylic Paint-Along Class
Thursday, Oct. 2, 5:30 p.m.
Join local artist, Kirsten Warrick for an instructional Halloween themed paint-along class at the library! Attendees are encouraged to bring an apron; all other materials will be provided. Registration opens for library cardholders on Sept. 22. Non-cardholders are welcome to register beginning Sept. 24. Call the library at 641-792-4108 to register. Ages 18+. This program is sponsored by the Newton Public Library Foundation.
Library Fundraiser Puzzle Sale
Monday, Oct. 6, 50 – 6:30 p.m.
Choose from a great selection of gently used puzzles at out fundraiser puzzle sale! Cash & check will be accepted. Proceeds from the sale will go towards supporting library programs for all ages. Have extra puzzles you would like to donate? Puzzle donations will be accepted Sept. 22 - Oct. 4. Thank you for your support!