June 2024

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Newton County Public Library has partnered with 1000 Books Foundation to offer 1000 Books before Kindergarten (1000BooksB4K) for children in our communities. The objectives of 1000 Books Foundation are simple – promote reading to newborns, infants and toddlers, and encourage parent and child bonding through reading.

Lake Village, Morocco and Roselawn Libraries have information sheets, log sheets & bookmarks for parents interested in the program.

Visit or call Lake Village, Morocco or Roselawn Libraries to pick up materials to begin this engaging, valuable program, or register online and track the books read through Beanstack.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a 60-volume set of books beginning with the children’s classic The Little Engine That Could. Each month a new, carefully selected book will be mailed in your child’s name directly to your home. Best of all it is a FREE GIFT! There is no cost or obligation to your family.

Who Is Eligible?

Preschool children ages birth to five who are residents of Newton County.

hoopla Digital

With hoopla, your library card lets you instantly read, listen, and watch your favorite titles.

Sign-up is quick and easy. Thanks to participating public libraries, access is FREE.

All you need is:

Your valid library card number (and PIN if required)
A valid email address

Explore Today!

Libby

With Libby, your library card lets you instantly read or listen!

Sign-up is quick and easy. Thanks to participating public libraries, access is FREE.

All you need is:

Your Library Card and Pin Number!
In Libby, follow the prompts to find your library and sign in with a library card.

Getting Started With Libby

Mango Languages

Brace yourself for the thrill of learning with Mango Languages – now available with your Newton County Public Library card!

Dive in now and create your account here or simply download the Mango Languages app!

Start Here!

Notary Public

Did you know Newton County Public Library offers Notary service at each location? Best of all it's free!

Newton County Public Library is not an attorney licensed to practice law in Indiana. We are not allowed to draft legal records, give advice on legal matters, including immigration, or charge a fee for those activities.

Newton County Public Library Board Meeting

June 17 | 5:30 PM

Board of Trustees meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of each month. The regular Board meeting for May will be held on June 17, 2024 at 5:30 PM at Roselawn Library.

Newton County Public Library

Staff Appreciation Day May 2, 2024

Our staff appreciation event was a memorable experience! We delighted in a scrumptious lunch from J & J's, thanks to Dirt Diggers' generosity. We also created unique planters at NNHS with Mr. DeYoung's assistance and explored the North Newton Ag Department's impressive plant collection. To top it off, we engaged in collaborative scavenger hunts at the library, further strengthening our team bonds.

Thank you to everyone that made this possible!

SUMMER EXPLORATION CLUB @ NCPL!

"Adventure Begins at Your Library"

Summer Exploration Club is here! Children 2 years old through 12th grade and adults are invited to log their reading hours/books to earn prizes and attend our weekly events! Participants may begin logging reading hours/books June 1st. Final prizes will be awarded at the finale on June 28th!

All logged hours must be turned in by June 27th, no later than 11:00 PM.

Scouts (ages 2 through Kindergarten)

will earn prizes for attending our programs.

Adventurers (1st-3rd grade)

will earn prizes for every hour read, up to 5 hours read.

Explorers (4th-6th grade)

will earn prizes for every 2 hours read, up to 10 hours read.

Young Adults (7th-12th grade)

will earn prizes for every book review they submit, up to 5 reviews.

Adults (ages 18+ who are out of 12th grade)

will earn prizes for every book review they submit, up to 5 reviews

Participants MUST be registered for Summer Exploration Club in order to register for the weekly programs.

All Ages

Programs at Lake Village Memorial Township Library

SEC Kickoff- Science Heroes!

June 3 | 1:00 PM

Join Science Heroes on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle!

Along the way, the audience helps the performer conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life!

Experiment with chemical reactions, air pressure, physical explosions, and more!

Don’t miss this exciting and interactive STEM learning adventure!

Participants MUST be registered for Summer Exploration Club in order to register for the weekly programs.

All Ages

Sandy Oak Ranch Adventure Trip

June 11 | 10:00 AM

After a day filled with exploration and discovery, unwind in their cozy picnic areas. Staying for lunch is optional, you may bring a packed lunch or purchase concessions at Wild Oak Outpost.

Address:

1144 W 700 N

Lake Village, IN 46349

Use the 2nd entrance on the left. Look for the NCPL sign!

Participants MUST be registered for Summer Exploration Club in order to register for the weekly programs.

All Ages

Water Wonders

June 18 | 10:00 AM

Embark on a wonderful water adventure at the Library! There will be family friendly water games and an opportunity to learn about watersheds and to meet some aquatic creatures! Make sure to dress for the day because you might find yourself in the splash zone!

Participants MUST be registered for Summer Exploration Club in order to register for the weekly programs.

All Ages

One on One Technology Help

June 19

Need help using your new tablet or laptop? Want to get started online but don't know how? NCPL is offering computer and other personal electronic device assistance in the form of FREE one-on-one help sessions.

Beavers and Wetlands

June 22 | 11:00 AM

Beavers - nature's engineering marvels, where sticks and mud come together to create cozy aquatic neighborhoods! Join us in learning about beavers and their impacts on wetlands from our friends at DNR LaSalle Fish and Wildlife Area.

Participants MUST be registered for Summer Exploration Club in order to register for the weekly programs.

All Ages

Ice Cream Finale

June 28 | 12:00 PM

Get ready to party! As the Summer Exploration Club wraps up, remember that the adventures at the Newton County Public Library never end! Join us for an ice cream celebration to mark the end of a summer filled with reading and fun. While we savor our ice cream, we'll announce the winners of our final prizes. Get ready to party! As the Summer Exploration Club wraps up, remember that the adventures at the Newton County Public Library never end! Join us for an ice cream celebration to mark the end of a summer filled with reading and fun. While we savor our ice cream, we'll announce the winners of our final prizes!

Participants MUST be registered for Summer Exploration Club in order to register for the weekly programs.

All Ages

Programs at Morocco Community Library