Events

Coffee With A Cause - Second Thursday of the Month

When: 9 a.m. Second Thursday of the Month
February 9 - Kelli VanManen - Elderly Nutrition
March 9
April 13
May 11
June 8
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August 10
September 14
October 12
November 9
December 14

PRESTO! New program mixes magic, STEM, arts for youth

United Way of Jasper County and Newton Public Library will be hosting Jasper Co. Academy of Magic classes once a month during the 2022-2023 school year. The classes will be on early out and no school days to allow children 8-12 years old to participate. The first two classes are 1-2:30 p.m. Oct. 24 and Nov. 28.

Each class offered by Jasper Co. Academy of Magic at Newton Public Library will feature a magic trick and teach one of the eight traits of a “true magician” – respect, preparedness, authenticity, enthusiasm, creativity, humility, confidence and giving. While children will learn card tricks, make things disappear and much more, they will actually be building self-confidence, improving communication skills, using their creativity and developing friendships.

Classes are independent and children do not need to attend all classes. Participants can pick and choose which classes to attend.

Registration for Academy of Magic is $10 per class per child and includes a magic trick, magic folder, supplies and a snack. The program is being sponsored by United Way of Jasper County, Newton Public Library, Friends of Newton Library with the help of Discover Magic, Jasper Community Foundation and private donations.

To register CLICK HERE

MORE DETAILS:
WHO: Boys & Girls 8-12 years old*

CLASS SIZE: 14 spots are open for the first session of Jasper Co. Academy of Magic

CLASS SCHEDULE
2-3:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20

LOCATION:
Newton Public Library
100 N. 3rd Ave. W.
Newton IA 50208

COST:
$10 per class/magician
All materials and a snack will be provided during each class. Children are asked to bring a reusable water bottle with them for drinks.

*Children must be 8 years old and no older than 12 years by the start of each class

Newton Cares Classic - July 20, 2023

Newton Cares Classic is returning for its third year with more celebrities, on-course prizes, player gifts and of course a whole lot of fun.

The Newton Cares Classic is a charity golf tournament unlike others in Jasper County. With NCC you are treated like a star and you get to golf with stars too!

Proceeds raised from Newton Cares Classic help dozens of Central Iowa programs from food assistance to homeless prevention, before and after school programs to counseling for victims of domestic abuse, to supporting accessible parks and recreation programs. When you golf in the Newton Cares Classic you are not only having fun on one of the best golf courses in Iowa, you are changing lives and having a positive impact.

Be sure to mark your calendars for July 20, 2023. See you on the golf course!

LEARN MORE: www.newtoncaresclassic.org/

United Way of Jasper County Block Party - TBA

The annual campaign is the United Way's largest fundraising effort. The annual goal is $315,000 and the funds are used to support health and human services programs for Jasper County residents. To help kick off the campaign, the United Way hosts an evening bringing together community with the BLOCK PARTY!! The Block Party features family-friendly fun, GIANT games, face painting, a volunteer far and more. Every one is welcome to come and celebrate great things about Jasper County, learn how to get involved and have a fun night out!

United Way Book & Bake Sale - TBA 2023

The United Way of Jasper County Book & Bake Sale happens every Octoberl. The books are donated by individuals to the United Way so there is quite the variety offered each year. From children's books to best sellers, cook books to romance novels, mysteries to how to more than 1000 books are available. Books are $1 each unless marked. Baked goods vary from cupcakes to pies, bars to cookies and other delicious goodies. All funds raised support the work of the United Way. If you'd like to donate some books or baked good goods, contact the office at 641-792-1684.