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Events for April 2026

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April 1

April Mystery Bags
9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Newton Public Library

April Mystery Bags

100 N 3rd Ave W
Newton, IA
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April 1, 2026
9:00 am · 7:00 pm

Want to join a book club but just don't have the time for a regular meeting? Just looking for some great book recommendations? This is the book club for you! Each month there’s a new book selection, but there’s never a meeting. Pick up your copy at the Information desk. Books will be available on the first of the month, and are due back to the library by the end of the month. The April book selection is, "The Art Thief" by Michael Finkel.

April 2

Floor Some Sugar On Me Dessert Auction and Fundraiser
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Alta House Event Center

Floor Some Sugar On Me Dessert Auction and Fundraiser

1600 E 36th St S
Newton, IA
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April 2, 2026
5:00 pm · 8:00 pm

🍰 Dessert Lovers Unite! 🍰 Join us for an evening of irresistible desserts, friendly competition, and community support—all for a sweet cause! ✨ When: April 2nd, 6pm-8pm ✨ Where: Alta House Event Center Get ready to bid on mouthwatering treats from talented dessert makers, and enjoy a night full of fun, laughter, and indulgence. Best part? 100% of proceeds go directly toward the Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens flooring project. 📣 Admission is FREE, so bring your friends, your sweet tooth, and your bidding spirit. Let’s make a difference in our community one dessert at a time!

For More Information
Contact: Office Manager - Michaella
(641) 791-3021
office.mgr@newtonarboretum.com
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April 3

FREE MOVIE: Peter Rabbit
10:00 am
Capitol II Theatre

FREE MOVIE: Peter Rabbit

116 1st St N
Newton, IA
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April 3, 2026
10:00 am

Peter Rabbit free showing FRI APR 3RD @ 10:00 AM & SAT APR 4TH @ 4:00 PM

April 4

Free Open Studio
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Centre for Arts & Artists

Free Open Studio

501 W 3rd St N
Newton, IA
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April 4, 2026
10:00 am · 2:00 pm

Open Classroom on every First Saturday and every Third Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This is a flexible, drop-in style creative space—come when you can and stay for as long as you’d like.

FREE MOVIE: Peter Rabbit
4:00 pm
Capitol II Theatre

FREE MOVIE: Peter Rabbit

116 1st St N
Newton, IA
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April 4, 2026
4:00 pm

Peter Rabbit free showing FRI APR 3RD @ 10:00 AM & SAT APR 4TH @ 4:00 PM

April 5

April 6

Spring Book Swap
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Newton Public Library

Spring Book Swap

100 N 3rd Ave W
Newton, IA
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April 6, 2026
5:00 pm · 6:00 pm

Clean out your bookshelves and pick up some new-to-you books at our Spring Book Swap! Drop off your gently used books at the library March 27 - April 4 and pick up a book swap ticket for each book you bring in. Bring your tickets back on April 6th, between 5:00 and 6:00 p.m. to pick out new books from the swap to take home! Books should be in good condition, clean, and gently used. Limit 15 tickets per person.

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April 11

Pond CleanOut
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Pond CleanOut

3030 N 4th Ave E
Newton, IA
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April 11, 2026
9:00 am · 12:00 pm

Spring cleaning season is here!! Learn landscape pond maintenance from Just Add Water of Des Moines and have a dirty good time as we CHUCK THE MUCK! Hope to see you there! Dress for the weather! We recommend wearing boots, gloves, and clothes you don't mind getting a bit dirty.

For More Information
Contact: Office Manager - Michaella
(641) 791-3021
office.mgr@newtonarboretum.com
Website

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April 16

Blues Under the Blue Roof: Lewis Major Blues
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Newton Public Library

Blues Under the Blue Roof: Lewis Major Blues

100 N 3rd Ave W
Newton, IA
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April 16, 2026
5:00 pm · 6:00 pm

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.

April 17

Free Open Studio
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Centre for Arts & Artists

Free Open Studio

501 W 3rd St N
Newton, IA
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April 17, 2026
10:00 am · 2:00 pm

Open Classroom on every First Saturday and every Third Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This is a flexible, drop-in style creative space—come when you can and stay for as long as you’d like.

April 18

Stronger Boards, Stronger Communities
8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Newton DMACC CAMPUS

Stronger Boards, Stronger Communities

600 N 2nd Ave W, Newton, IA 50208
Newton, IA
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April 18, 2026
8:30 am · 3:00 pm

💡 Strong boards don’t happen by accident. They’re built. Join us for Stronger Boards, Stronger Communities, one-day leadership workshop for board and council members who want to lead with clarity, confidence, and impact. This engaging, hands-on day will help you: ✔ Re-energize your board or council ✔ Clarify your purpose and community impact ✔ Tackle challenges with practical tools ✔ Connect with other local leaders ✨ Breakfast charcuterie board, lunch, interactive sessions, and networking included! 📅 April 18, 2026 ⏰ 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 DMACC College | Newton, IA 💲 $40 per person 👉 Registration required by Monday, April 13th, 2026! Please reach out to Sarah Patterson at patter@iastate.edu for registration details. Invest in stronger leadership, and stronger communities!

For More Information
Contact: Sarah Patterson
(641) 792-6433
patter@iastate.edu

Stronger Boards, Stronger Communities
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Newton DMACC CAMPUS

Stronger Boards, Stronger Communities

600 N 2nd Ave W, Newton, IA 50208
Newton, IA
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April 18, 2026
9:00 am · 3:00 pm

💡 Strong boards don’t happen by accident. They’re built. Join us for Stronger Boards, Stronger Communities, one-day leadership workshop for board and council members who want to lead with clarity, confidence, and impact. This engaging, hands-on day will help you: ✔ Re-energize your board or council ✔ Clarify your purpose and community impact ✔ Tackle challenges with practical tools ✔ Connect with other local leaders *speakers: Eric Heininger, President of Eden+ Fundraising and Beth Shelton, CEO of Girl Scouts of Iowa ✨ Breakfast charcuterie board, lunch, interactive sessions, and networking included! 📅 April 18, 2026 ⏰ 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 DMACC College | Newton, IA 💲 $40 per person 👉 Registration required by Monday, April 13th, 2026! Please reach out to Sarah Patterson at patter@iastate.edu for registration details. Invest in stronger leadership, and stronger communities!

For More Information
Contact: Sarah Patterson
(641) 792-6433
patter@iastate.edu
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April 25

FREE MOVIE: Hook
10:00 am
Capitol II Theatre

FREE MOVIE: Hook

116 1st St N
Newton, IA
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April 25, 2026
10:00 am

Free showings of the movie Hook on SAT APR 25TH @ 10:00 AM & MON APR 27TH @ 10:00 AM

April 26

April 27

FREE MOVIE: Hook
10:00 am
Capitol II Theatre

FREE MOVIE: Hook

116 1st St N
Newton, IA
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April 27, 2026
10:00 am

Free showings of the movie Hook on SAT APR 25TH @ 10:00 AM & MON APR 27TH @ 10:00 AM

April 28

Coffee & Commerce: Chamber Chats
7:30am - 8:30am
West Side Java Co.

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Events for April 2026

April Mystery Bags

Floor Some Sugar On Me Dessert Auction and Fundraiser

FREE MOVIE: Peter Rabbit

Free Open Studio

FREE MOVIE: Peter Rabbit

Spring Book Swap

Pond CleanOut

Blues Under the Blue Roof: Lewis Major Blues

Free Open Studio

Stronger Boards, Stronger Communities

Stronger Boards, Stronger Communities

FREE MOVIE: Hook

FREE MOVIE: Hook

The Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce

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