Calendar

Regular City Council Meeting

January 20, 2020, 6:00 PM @ Council Chambers

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

January 23, 2020, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Parents as Teachers Story Time

January 17, 2020, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Newton YMCA

Join your Newton Y and Parents as Teachers on January 17 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. as you and your little one have some learning fun! This event is a parent/child playgroup designed for parents and their children ages birth - five years old. Through stories and structured activities, both you and your child will learn as you play! You will also have the opportunity to meet other parents and learn about community resources.

CANCELED - Coffee with the Mayor

January 18, 2020, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Due to the expected winter weather this weekend, Mayor Hansen has canceled Coffee with the Mayor on Saturday, January 18. Mayor Hansen will continue to host Coffee with the Mayor in 2020. The coffee hour will take place on the third Saturday of every other month from 10 - 11 a.m. at the Newton Public Library located at 100 N 3rd Ave W. The next scheduled coffee is Saturday, March 21. This event is an opportunity for residents to meet with the Mayor, share their concerns and connect with their elected officials.

Baqara Skate's Monday Open Skate (1/2 Price Admission)

January 20, 2020, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Baqara Skate

Newton schools are out early on Mondays - need an activity for the kids? Join us for a fun time of roller skating or rollerblading! Stop in to experience our newly renovated facility with updated amenities and additional seating! Our new state of the art sound system and oversized projector screen enhance your experience! We offer a concession stand with a variety of snacks, meals, and beverages!

Free Community Movie - Abominable

January 25, 2020, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Capitol II Theatre

Abominable will be showing free of charge at Capitol II Theatre. A $3.50 pop/popcorn special will be offered. Tickets available at Capitol II. Doors open at 9:30 am. This free community movie thanks to Thomas Jefferson & Woodrow Wilson PTAs.

Magoo's Pizza at Legacy Plaza

January 25, 2020, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Legacy Plaza

Baqara Skate's Monday Open Skate (1/2 Price Admission)

January 27, 2020, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Baqara Skate

Newton schools are out early on Mondays - need an activity for the kids? Join us for a fun time of roller skating or rollerblading! Stop in to experience our newly renovated facility with updated amenities and additional seating! Our new state of the art sound system and oversized projector screen enhance your experience! We offer a concession stand with a variety of snacks, meals, and beverages!

Jasper County Conservation National Hot Chocolate Day Celebration and Craft

January 31, 2020, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Jasper County Conservation

Beat those winter blues with free hot chocolate and a craft! Join Jasper County Conservation to paint birdhouses that will be displayed in our NEW nature playscape at Mariposa Park opening June 6th 2020.

Zumbini at the Library

January 20, 2020, 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM @ Newton Public Library

Join Rosa every Monday morning for a free weekly Zumbini class! Zumbini is a music and movement class for children ages 0-4, with their caregiver. Families registering must attend all 8 sessions, and priority registration will be given to those who have no previously attended Zumbini at the library. Register by contacting Rosa at zumbinirosa@gmail.com or 505-620-4106. Class will not be held on President's Day, February 17th. This class is sponsored by the Friends of the Newton Public Library.

Baby Storytime

January 20, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Join our Youth Services Librarian, Phyllis Peter, on Monday mornings for a special storytime designed for the youngest members of the family! Baby storytime provides a gentle and fun introduction to literacy through songs, stories, and finger plays. For newborns to 18 months with a parent or caregiver (siblings are welcome). Storytime begins at 10:30 am, then stay for play and social time after the program!

Classics & Conversation Book Club

January 21, 2020, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

The Classics & Conversation Book Club is a library sponsored discussion group that reads a different selection of classic novels every winter. The group meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 10:00 am, October - March. Meetings are held in the library meeting room, and new members are always welcome! If you would like to request the current month's book, please contact the Library Information Desk at 641-792-4108. October - "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott November - "Little Men" by Louisa May Alcott December - "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Bronte January - "Wuthering Heights" by Emily Bronte February - "A Tale of Two Cities" (first half) by Charles Dickens March - "A Tale of Two Cities" (second half) by Charles Dickens

Toddler Storytime

January 21, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Storytime for ages 18 to 36 months, with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! Join us for stories, music, and a simple craft. No registration necessary.

Teen Board Game Club

January 21, 2020, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Drop-in to our teen board game club at the library! Learn how to play games like Catan, Ticket to Ride, and Forbidden Island. New games are introduces each meeting. New and expert players are welcome. No registration required. A snack will be provided, please contact Youth Services Librarian, Phyllis Peter, at 641-792-4108 if you have any food allergies.

Bibliophile Book Club

January 22, 2020, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Join our adult library book club for a discussion of a different book every month. The club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm, unless otherwise noted. The upcoming book will be selected by the group at the monthly meeting. Request your copy of the current month's book at the library information desk, or by calling 641-792-4108. New members always welcome! January 2020 - "Uncommon Type: Some Stories" by Tom Hanks

Preschool Storytime

January 23, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Storytime for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregiver. Siblings welcome! Storytime includes stories, music, and a simple craft. No registration required.

Paint Along Class at the Library

January 23, 2020, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Join artist, Kirsten Warrick, for an acrylic paint-along at the library! Attendees are encouraged to bring an apron, all other materials will be provided. This event requires a free ticket to attend. Tickets may be picked up on January 23rd, beginning at 5:30 pm. Attendees must be present to claim a ticket. Ages 18+.

Zumbini at the Library

January 27, 2020, 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM @ Newton Public Library

Join Rosa every Monday morning for a free weekly Zumbini class! Zumbini is a music and movement class for children ages 0-4, with their caregiver. Families registering must attend all 8 sessions, and priority registration will be given to those who have no previously attended Zumbini at the library. Register by contacting Rosa at zumbinirosa@gmail.com or 505-620-4106. Class will not be held on President's Day, February 17th. This class is sponsored by the Friends of the Newton Public Library.

Baby Storytime

January 27, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Join our Youth Services Librarian, Phyllis Peter, on Monday mornings for a special storytime designed for the youngest members of the family! Baby storytime provides a gentle and fun introduction to literacy through songs, stories, and finger plays. For newborns to 18 months with a parent or caregiver (siblings are welcome). Storytime begins at 10:30 am, then stay for play and social time after the program!

Toddler Storytime

January 28, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Storytime for ages 18 to 36 months, with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! Join us for stories, music, and a simple craft. No registration necessary.

Preschool Storytime

January 30, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Newton Public Library

Storytime for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregiver. Siblings welcome! Storytime includes stories, music, and a simple craft. No registration required.

Mobile Device Workshop with U.S. Cellular

January 30, 2020, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Newton Public Library

Do you have questions about your phone or mobile device? Here's your opportunity to ask an expert! Join Premier Locations U.S. Cellular for a drop-in workshop on using your mobile device. This program is free to attend and is open to the public. Attendees do not need to be U.S. Cellular customers. U.S. Cellular goods and services will not be available for purchase at this program.