Member Events Calendar

March Mystery Bags

Check out our monthly mystery bag for adults! Mystery bags have a new theme each month and include 4-5 surprise books and an adult craft kit. Registration opens February 23rd. Ages 18+. Please call the library at 641-792-4108 to register

Acrylic Paint Along Class

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 is required to attend. Library cardholder registration opens February 23. Non-cardholders are welcome to register beginning February 25. Please call the library at 641-792-4108 to register. Ages 18+

The Candle + Charm Bar Social

Hosted by 2nd Ave Social, Gray Moon Public Market, Second Story Boutique

Tickets: https://buy.stripe.com/4gM4gz3nd7Ab4yya0p3Nm01

Join us for a cozy, creative night where candles meet custom jewelry! Create your own candle and design a charm piece that’s totally you.

 Date: Monday, March 2
 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
 Location: Gray Moon Public Market
118 N 2nd Ave E in Newton!

What’s Included with Your Ticket:

 One (1) 10oz handcrafted candle

 Your choice of:

One charm bracelet or

One charm necklace

 Jewelry pouch for your piece

 Raffle ticket for a chance to win a special prize

Cardinal Clovers

Calling all kids K–3rd grade! Join us

for a FUN, hands-on youth program where kids learn

through games, activities, and positive experiences.

March 2nd

6:30–7:15 PM

YMCA Conference Room

Come learn more about Clover Kids, meet new friends,

and discover how to join this exciting program in

partnership with 4-H & Iowa State University

Extension!

We can’t wait to see you there!

LEGO Builder's Club

March 3, 10, 24, and 31

Ages 7-15

Members $20, Non-Members $35

LEGO challenges and structured builds

Trivia Night at Murph & Mary's Pub

Join us on Tuesday March 3rd at 7:00PM for Trivia Tuesday at Murph and Mary's Pub , with special guest host Megan Smith from Awol Ink Tattoo Studio!

Gather your dream team (up to 6 players) and compete.

Prizes for the winners of each round. $50 gift cards to Awol Ink for each 1st place winner!

We'll have plenty of delicious food and drinks to fuel your brainpower. Enjoy our delicious pizza, wings, apps, a wide selection of beer, and your favorite cocktails.

Blues Under The Blue Roof: Bob Pace

Check out our live blues music concert series at the library! All performances are free to attend and will be held inside the Newton Public Library meeting room. All ages are welcome to attend. The Blues Under the Blue Roof concert series is sponsored by the Arts Connection, South Skunk Blues Society, and the Newton Public Library Foundation.

Downtown Dreams

Downtown Dreams: A Fundraiser for Newton Main Street
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Downtown Dreams, a special fundraising event in support of Newton Main Street! This exciting night brings together community members, local leaders, and supporters to celebrate the growth and revitalization of downtown Newton.
 Event Highlights:
 $40 per person, or reserve a VIP Table for 8 $350
 Happy Hour: 5:30 PM – Enjoy drinks and mingle with fellow supporters.
 Dinner: 6:30 PM – Savor a delicious catered meal.
 Silent Auction: 5:30 – 7:00 PM – Bid on incredible items and experiences.
 Program & Live Auction: 7:00 PM – Learn more about Newton Main Street’s mission and take part in an exciting live auction.
This event is a perfect opportunity to network, support local initiatives, and contribute to the future of Newton’s historic downtown. Whether you're attending to enjoy great food, bid on unique auction items, or simply learn more about the impact of Newton Main Street, your presence makes a difference!
Don’t miss this night of community, connection, and celebration

Free Open Studio

Flexible creative space held every First Saturday and Third Friday until May. 

Pre-register and learn more - HERE 

Iowa Nite Hawks Signing Day Celebration

Join us on Saturday March 7th at Murph and Mary's Pub as we welcome the Iowa Nite Hawks to the 2026 team! Meet the players, coaches, and staff, take photos, and celebrate the future of Nite Hawks football with the whole family. Everyone is welcome to come and show our newest Nite Hawks some love! 

Puzzle League

Puzzle League at 2nd Ave Social x Gray Moon Public Market 
Ready to put your teamwork, speed, and puzzle prowess to the test? Join us for a 5-month Puzzle League that’s equal parts brainpower and fun—hosted by 2nd Ave Social and Gray Moon Public Market!

Gather your team of 4 and compete once a month in a fast-paced puzzle showdown. Each league night kicks off with arrival at 5:00 PM, puzzles hit the tables at 5:30 PM, and you’ll have two hours to race the clock. Halfway through, enjoy a 15-minute break to stretch your legs, hit the restroom, and grab food or drinks before diving back in.

 How scoring works:
• Points awarded every month to 1st through 5th place teams
• +2 bonus points for any team that completes the puzzle
• Scores accumulate over all 5 months of league play

 Registration: $120 per team (covers the full league)

At the end of the league, we’ll crown our champions with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams—plus bragging rights that last way longer than the final piece snapping into place.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Grab your crew, sharpen those puzzle skills, and let’s piece this thing together! 

Thursday Night League (Thursdays: March 12, April 9, May 14, June 11, July 9):
https://buy.stripe.com/5kQeVd7Dt07JaWW0pP3Nm03

Sunday Night League (Sundays: March 8, April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12):
https://buy.stripe.com/bJecN5bTJ4nZ7KK3C13Nm02 

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Slime Lab

Sign up for a time slot:

4:00 - 4:45 PM

5:00 - 5:45 PM

6:00 - 6:45 PM

7:00 - 7:45 PM

Members $5, Non-Members $15

Art Lab

Ages 6-15

Members $15, Non-Members $30

YMCA Conference room

Creative Circuits

Ages 9-14

Members $10, Non-Members $20

Spark curiousity and light up imagination in this hands-on beginner electronics workshop in the YMCA conference room

Introduction to Breathe Work & Body Coherence

 Introduction to Breathwork & Body Coherence 

Join us for a powerful 1-hour experience designed to help you reconnect, reset, and realign.

 March 12th
 6:00–7:00 PM
 $35 per person

In this guided class, you’ll learn:
• Foundational breathing techniques
• Tools to support you in stressful situations
• How to begin tapping into your inner knowing and intuition

This is a beautiful opportunity to slow down, become more present, and leave feeling grounded and empowered.

Please bring:
 A mat or blanket to sit on
 Water
 A notebook + pen for journaling
 Comfy clothes

Spots are limited — we can’t wait to breathe with you  Get your ticket here: https://buy.stripe.com/8x2bJ13nd1bN5CC1tT3Nm08 

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St. Patricks Day Scavenger Hunt

Pick up checklists from any location beginning at 5 pm. Turn forms into gezellig by 9:30 pm. Winning group will get a $25 gift card to each location.

"From The Old Country" Collab with Food Life

DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND- We are offering two different time slots for this event. There is a 5PM start time and an 8pm, so be sure to choose the correct time when purchasing tickets!

5PM: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../from-the-old-country...

8PM: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../from-the-old-country...

An Irish-inspired menu straight to your table—comfort, flavor, and a little Irish magic included!
We’re so excited to bring a true farm-to-table dining experience to our Newton community 
Join us as we collaborate with The Food Life of Zach and Cody to bring an Irish-inspired menu straight to your table—comfort, flavor, and a little Irish magic included. 

THE MENU:
Crispy roasted Beeler's Pure Pork guanciale and cabbage, stewed with earthy garbanzo beans, herbs, and black pepper.
Whiskey-cidered pears layered with Irish vanilla cream and toasted grains.
Pressed rye toasts filled with tender corned beef and bright apple slaw.
Mustard-roasted Beeler's Pure Pork loin with herb dumplings, glazed carrots, pea purée, and a rich jus.
Rhubarb Orange Cobbler with fresh berries, vanilla cream, and a wee sprog of mint to finish. 

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Free Spring Break Movie @ Capitol II Theatre

Free Spring Break movie event sponsored by the Newton Public Library Foundation.  Stop by the Library or Capitol II Theatre beginning March 1st to pick up your free tickets. The movie is "A Minecraft Movie". $4.50 Pop & Popcorn special will be available. Movie is rated PG, and is 1 hour 41 minutes in length.

Dried Botanical Workshop

Free your botanical spirit using our dried, organically grown flowers to create one-of-a-kind works of ART! Beautiful flowers harvested & preserved from the 2025 season are ready for crafting. Gomphrena, hydrangea, celosia, marigolds, and more! Choose paper art, small wreaths, or wood slices for your base . . . then create! Our horticulturist and board members will be on-hand to provide guidance as needed. General Admission: $10 per person Children's Admission (8yrs and under): $5 per child Space is limited. Sign up today! All proceeds benefit the Newton Arboretum, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Free Open Studio

Flexible creative space held every First Saturday and Third Friday until May. 

Pre-register and learn more - HERE 

YMCA Ninja Academy

Mondays March 23rd- April 27th 

Ages 3-9

Member $55, Non-Member $75

Each week Ninjas will train strong, move smart, and have fun. Also learn through obstacle-based training (by skill level)

YMCA Tumbling Academy

Tuesdays March 24 - April 28 

Ages 6-11

Members $55, Non-Members $75

Level 1 - For kids who are new to tumbling and need to build foundational skills 5:30-6:30 PM

Level 2 - For kids who have mastered a round-off and are ready to progress to more advanced skills

Writing From The Soul: Kris Peed

Join instructor, Kris Peed, for an introductory class on intuitive writing & soul stories that come from the heart. Peed will provide guidance on how to express yourself by writing about small moments that altered your perspective, or a profound event that changed your life. This class is perfect for getting started with journaling or sharing your story with others. Registration is required to attend this free class. Registration opens on March 16th for library cardholders. Non-cardholders are welcome to register beginning March 18th. Ages 18+ Please call the library at 641-792-4108 to register.

Lunch & Learn

Join us March 26th for an opportunity to learn more about what we do here at the Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Share a lite lunch with NABG Board members as we review our annual report, discuss what we did last year, share what we have planned for this year and give you the opportunity to share your personal input! We are excited to share this information with our community and learn more about your thoughts as well!

Stich and Story

Ages 2-12

Member $30 Non-Member $40

Create a friend, hear their story, and take the magic home

Park Centre Easter Egg Hunt

Bring the kids and join us for a fun-filled morning at the 2nd Annual Park Centre Easter Egg Hunt! Children ages 12 and under are invited to hunt for colorful Easter eggs and enjoy the chance to win special prizes! This free community event is the perfect way to celebrate the Easter season wit family and freinds! Just bring your own basket and get ready for a hopping good time! 

To make the hunt fair anf fun for everyone, egg hunting areas will be divided by age group:

• Ages 9-12: South side (on the hill)
• Ages 5-8: Middle section
• Ages 4 & under: north side

Little Movers Gymnastics

Ready to watch your little one tumble, balance, and shine?

Our Little Movers Gymnastics is the perfect way for ages 3–5 to build confidence, coordination, and strength — all while having SO much fun in the YMCA Small Gym!

March 28, April 10 & April 24

11:15 AM – Noon

Coaches: Mrs. Annie & Ms. Penelope

Spots are limited, so don’t miss out on this fun-filled movement class designed just for our littlest gymnasts!

Email cookie.fuzell@newtonymca.org

with any questions!

Homeschool Tumbling Open House

Calling all homeschool families!

Join us for our Homeschool Tumbling Open House and come see what our program is all about! This is a great opportunity for kids ages 6–15 to build strength, flexibility, and confidence while having a blast in a supportive environment.

March 30th

1:00–2:00 PM

Members: $10 | Non-Members: $15

Spots are limited, so don’t miss your chance to flip, tumble, and have fun at the Y!

Questions? Call 641-792-4006 or email Cookie.fuzell@newtonymca.org

Community Egg Decorating Party

Join us and our special guest, THE EASTER BUNNY, for some fun egg decorating and sweet treats. All are welcome and every kid gets to pick out a book to take home.

Nerf Games

Must register by March 31, 2026

Nerf battles, target practice, and capture the flag

YMCA Raquetball Room for ages 7-10

Members $20, Non-Members $35