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YMCA's Family Fun Fest
Join the Family Fun Night at the YMCA, 1701 S 8th Ave E. Free food, games, prizes and more. For more information, call the Y at 792-4006. |
| Fri - Jul 02 |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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Family Skate Night
Aces Teen Club, 1620 N 11th Ave E, will host a Family Skate Night. Families may use the climbing wall, skate park, gym, ping pong and pool tables and video games. Admission is $2.00 per person or $8.00 per family. For more information, call Aces at 641-792-8336. |
| Sat - Jul 03 |
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
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Sugar Grove Concert Flatland Frank & the Flatcats
Join your friends and neighbors for Sunsets at Sugar Grove (6602 Ginger Ave.) Entertainment will be provided by Flatland Frank & the Flatcats. For more information please contact the Sugar Grove Vineyard at 641-831-3843. |
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Newton's 4th of July Parade
The theme of the Parade and Downtown Celebration is "Honor Our Past, Celebrate the Future". |
| Tue - Jul 06 |
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM |
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Newton's Farmer Market
The Newton Farmer's Market is held at 501 W 3rd St N, just south of the Centre for Arts & Artists, in the new parking lot. For more information, contact Diane Martinson at 641-792-9193 or martinson49@yahoo.com. |
| Fri - Jul 09 |
5:30 PM - 1:00 AM |
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Truck Hauler's Food & Fun
Join the Newton Elks Club and The Manhattan for food and fun before and during the Truck Hauler's Display and Parade. There will be BBQ by Bob Howe and a beverage garden; MP3 Dave Richard from 5:30-Midnight; Karaoke at the Manhattan from 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.; you can meet the drivers, climb the Army National Guard climbing wall, there will be a stock car simulator, race car and truck displays and children's activities. All located behind the Elks Club and The Manhattan on E. 2nd Street South. |
| Fri - Jul 09 |
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
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Truck Hauler's Display and Parade
See the Truck Hauler's on display around the Downtown Square. The drivers will be there to meet too from 6:00-9:00 p.m. hosted by Iowa Speedway and The Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce. Then watch them parade out from the Downtown Square and travel back to Iowa Speedway at 9:30 p.m. |
| Fri - Jul 09 |
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM |
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Sugar Grove Concert Ashanti
Join your friends and neighbors for Music Under the Stars at the Sugar Grove Vineyard (6602 Ginger Ave.) Entertainment will be provided by Ashanti. For more information please contact the Sugar Grove Vineyard at 641-831-3843. |
| Sat - Jul 10 -- Sun - Jul 11 |
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Project Awake Garden Walk Fundraiser
Project Awake Garden Walk from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM on Saturday and Noon-4:00 PM on Sunday.
Advance Tickets can be purchased from the Arboretum, First Newton National Bank, or Mattingly Music for $8. Tickets can also be purchased the day of the event for $10 at any of the featured gardens.
For more information, call the Newton Arboretum at 641-791-3021.
This years featured gardens:
1) Scott Bosma - 1534 S. 16th Ave. W. Newton
Scott's Garden is a blend of formal and casual, complemented by a combination of scrubs and perennials. There are several water features (river-pond and waterfall) throughout including grasses and garden "rooms." Latest garden addition is a "Twisty Baby" locust. Paper Bark Maples and Oak leaf hydrangeas are his favorite.
2) Katie and Josh Cantu - 1103 N. 4th Ave. W. Newton
This is a shady garden with collections of hostas, coral bells, tulips, daffodils and peonies. There is a "cottage garden" off the front porch, excellent place for bird watching, and a "kitchen door" herb garden. Many spring blooming wildflowers came from a family owned timber. Many flowers came from Katie's grandmothers garden.
3) Fred & Lea Chabot - 930 E. 10th St. S. Newton
This garden has been evolving since 1996; serving not only as an abundant food source, but also creating pleasant outdoor spaces with visual variety and interesting colors and textures. Special features include a Tricolor Beech tree, a Blood good Japanese Maple and a Milky Way Dogwood.
4) Barb Heater - 1405 E. 7th St. S. Newton
Barbara has young gardens including specialty daylilies, hostas, blanket flowers and assorted perennials. She adds new flowers each year. Highlight of the backyard is the pond with a waterwheel and a large vintage water Lilly.
5) Joan & Duke Schnoebelen - 912 S. 11th Ave. W. Newton
This home features two rock gardens; one for attracting butterflies and one for hummingbirds. Other attractions are a bubbling rock fountain, yard art, an assortment of roses, shurbsshrubs and perennials. The garden has a number of places to sit and view the garden areas.
6) Brent Smith - 1609 1st St. N. Newton
This garden is a Bill Boon design with a pergola, brick edging, natural walls, a water feature, and a rose hedge. A screened in porch is enjoyed year around. Brent enjoys the free flowing feel and cottage style garden which is surrrounded by a green 8 foot high in some places.
7) Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens - 3000 N. 4th Ave. E. Newton
What's new at the Arboretum? View the many new sculptures including the newest sculpture called "kids on a log." Enjoy a stroll through the numerous walking paths, the pond, bridges and streams. Don't overlook the engraved pavers commemorating loved ones- is there someone you would like to remember? Inquire at the Arboretum if you would like to purchase one. Consider becoming a "Friend of the Arboretum" by volunteering your time or special talents. |
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Iowa Speedway - ARCA Series Race
Parking lots open at Noon. Local concert with Isaac James begins at 4:00pm. Qualifying laps begin at 5:15pm. Driver introductions begin at 7:40pm. The 200 lap race begins at 8:00pm.
Uncle Kracker to perform upon completion of the race. |
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FIREWORKS!
Bring your lawnchairs and blankets to Woodland Park in Newton and enjoy the annual Fireworks in celebration of Independence Day! Fireworks begin at dusk. |
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Iowa Speedway - NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Race
Parking lots open at 7:00am. Driver introductions begin at 12:30pm. The 200 lap race begins at 1:00pm.
Gloriana to perform upon completion of the race. |
| Tue - Jul 13 |
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM |
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Newton's Farmer Market
The Newton Farmer's Market is held at 501 W 3rd St N, just south of the Centre for Arts & Artists, in the new parking lot. For more information, contact Diane Martinson at 641-792-9193 or martinson49@yahoo.com. |
| Wed - Jul 14 |
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
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Older, Wiser, Livelier Seniors Nature Photography Slide Show
Enjoy some coffee and listen to Howard Vrankin who will present a slide show of his nature photography. The Jasper County Community Center is located at 2401 1st Ave E. For more information, call 641-792-9780. |
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Cruising with Culver's
Enjoy a fun evening at Culver's, 1650 W 19th St S, which includes treats, prizes and surprises. All classic cars are welcome to be on display. For more information call 641-787-9900. |
| Thu - Jul 15 |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
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Old Fashioned Barn Dance
Swing Your Partner at an Old Fashioned Barn Dance will be held in the Jasper County Community Center, 2401 1st Ave E. Admission is $5.00 with a family maximum of $20.00, or pay what you can. Babies & toddlers are free. Dances will include old-time squares, circles and waltzes. For more information, call 641-792-3682. |
| Fri - Jul 16 -- Thu - Jul 22 |
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Jasper County Fair
Jasper County Fairgrounds, 359 N Walnut St. in Colfax, Iowa. For more information, call 641-792-6433. |
| Fri - Jul 16 |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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Family Skate Night
Aces Teen Club, 1620 N 11th Ave E, will host a Family Skate Night. Families may use the climbing wall, skate park, gym, ping pong and pool tables and video games. Admission is $2.00 per person or $8.00 per family. For more information, call Aces at 641-792-8336. |
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Newton Kart Klub Race
Newton Kart Klub is located at 2801 E 5th St S. Gates open at 4:00pm and Hot Laps begin at 6:00pm. For more information, contact Craig Retman at 641-831-7253 or log onto www.newtonkarting.com. |
| Sat - Jul 17 |
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
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Sugar Grove Concert Freestyle
Join your friends and neighbors for Sunsets at Sugar Grove (6602 Ginger Ave.) Entertainment will be provided by Freestyle, a variety dance band. For more information please contact the Sugar Grove Vineyard at 641-831-3843. |
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Colfax Music in the Park
Travel a short way to Colfax and enjoy Bob Dorr and the Blue Band performing at the Anspach Stage in Women's Club Park in Colfax. Be sure to bring your blankets and lawnchairs; and treats and refreshments will be available to purchase. |
| Tue - Jul 20 |
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM |
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Newton's Farmer Market
The Newton Farmer's Market is held at 501 W 3rd St N, just south of the Centre for Arts & Artists, in the new parking lot. For more information, contact Diane Martinson at 641-792-9193 or martinson49@yahoo.com. |
| Thu - Jul 22 |
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Christmas in July
CHRISTMAS IN JULY- a fundraiser for the ST. NICK Christmas Club being held at the Newton Masonic Temple. Enjoy roast pork sandwiches, beans, and potato salad, homemade pie & ice cream, and a drink. The cost is $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children under12) the pork dinner is being prepared by Bob Howe Barbeque. |
| Fri - Jul 23 -- Sat - Jul 24 |
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Newton Ridiculous Day
Downtown Newton is celebrating its "Ridiculous Days" on Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. There will be great deals, fun, food, crafters, music provided by The Lighting Store and more. For more information call Julie Rose at 641-792-8200. |
| Fri - Jul 23 |
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
Join Kiwanis for a pancake breakfast fundraiser at the Newton Courthouse Square. The breakfast will be held on July 23 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Cost is $6.00 for all you can eat pancakes! See you there! |
| Sat - Jul 24 -- Sun - Jul 25 |
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State Father/Daughter Golf Tournament
State Father/Daughter Golf Tournament at Westwood Golf Course, 3387 Hwy F48 W, This annual 2-day tournament showcases Father and Daughter teams from around Iowa and is a fun and interesting tournament. For more information, call 641-792-3087. |
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Fun Run 2010
Join the Newton Professional Firefighters and Big Barn Harley Davidson for "FUN RUN 2010". This is a fundraiser for Blank Children's Hospital Cancer Center. Events include a 70-mile run, food, music by Standing Hampton, a silent auction and doorprizes. "FUN RUN 2010" is being held at Izaak Walton League of Newton and registration is at 8:30 a.m.; Last Bike Out is at 11:00 a.m.; Parade and Meal are at 5:00 p.m. and Standing Hampton starts at 8:00 p.m. A $30 donation will get you into all the events and you can also participate in a raffle to win a 2010 Harley Roadking! For more information call 641-792-3347 or e-mail newton_fun_run@live.com or for raffle or event tickets visit iaff1457.com |
| Sat - Jul 24 |
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
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RESCHEDULED-18th Annual Bowlful of Blues
You can't keep a great event down! Grab your lawn chair or blanket and cooler and join the South Skunk Blues Society in their rescheduled 18th Annual Bowlful of Blues. The event will take place at the Fred Maytag Bowl in Maytag Park (if it rains it will be held at the Legion). Performances will begin at 1:00 p.m. with shows by Rob Lumbard, Dustin Busch, Matt Woods & The Thunderbolts, Blue Midnight Trio, Blue Voodoo, Bob Pace with Steve George and Eddie Shaw. For more information contact Eric Leedom at bluesman67@live.com |
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Newton Kart Klub Race
Newton Kart Klub is located at 2801 E 5th St S. Gates open at 4:00pm and Hot Laps begin at 6:00pm. For more information, contact Craig Retman at 641-831-7253 or log onto www.newtonkarting.com. |
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Cow Pasture Lawn Mower Races
The Cow Pasture Lawn Mower Races are held at the Reasnor track, 5021 S 70th Ave E, weather permitting. Drivers sign in before 1:00pm and races begin at 2pm. $20.00 to race, pit passes are $10.00 and spectator admission is $5.00. Food & beverages are available on-grounds. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. For more information, call 641-521-5060. |
| Tue - Jul 27 |
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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NASCAR Nationwide "Show Car Pit Stop"
Join Interstate Insurance Services/Nationwide Insurance by stopping by to see the official "Show Car" of the NASCAR Nationwide Series. The "Show Car" will be located at Sullivan Auto Body, 1400 S 5th Ave E. in Newton. For more information, call 641-792-7316. |
| Tue - Jul 27 |
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM |
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Newton's Farmer Market
The Newton Farmer's Market is held at 501 W 3rd St N, just south of the Centre for Arts & Artists, in the new parking lot. For more information, contact Diane Martinson at 641-792-9193 or martinson49@yahoo.com. |
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Cruising with Culver's
Enjoy a fun evening at Culver's, 1650 W 19th St S, which includes treats, prizes and surprises. All classic cars are welcome to be on display. For more information call 641-787-9900. |
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Music/Bike Night
While you're waiting for the NASCAR Nationwide Hauler's Parade to drive down 1st Avenue, go to The Scoreboard Bar & Grill, 122 N 2nd Ave W, who are hosting a Music/Bike Night and listen to music on the Courthouse Square. |
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NASCAR Nationwide Hauler's Parade
SEE THE BIG RIGS!!! The NASCAR Nationwide Hauler's Parade will begin at Iowa Speedway and travel down 1st Avenue heading West to Hwy 14. Listen to music around the downtown square provided by CJ and The Lighting Store. |
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Iowa Speedway - USAR Pro Cup Series Race
Parking lots open at 2:00pm. Qualifying laps begin at 3:15pm. Driver introductions begin at 7:40pm. The race begins at 8:00pm.
Easton Corbin to perform upon completion of the race. |
| Fri - Jul 30 |
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Iowa Speedway Season Ticket Holders Appreciation
Nationwide Insurance presents a special fan appreciation event for the Iowa Speedway Season Ticket Holders. Join them for a free snack and small gift from 3-7:00 p.m. at the Nationwide Hospitality area located outside of Turn 1! Please RSVP by emailing Spsrship@nationwide.com with the number of guests in your party. Contact Dawn Morris at 614-249-3728 with any questions. |
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Iowa Speedway - NASCAR Nationwide Series Race
Parking lots open at 10:00am. Qualifying laps begin at 3:05pm. Driver introductions begin at 6:00pm. The 250 lap race begins at 6:30pm.
Josh Thompson to perform upon completion of the race. |
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Rusty's Walk at Iowa Speedway
The NASCAR Foundation is hosting Rusty's Walk at Iowa Speedway again this year! Fans will have the opportunity to walk a lap around the 7/8-mile Speedway with NASCAR legend Rusty Wallace. Participants also receive a commemorative t-shirt. Registration is $30 online and $35 at the track. Children 14 and under are free. 100% of funds raised will benefit The NASCAR Foundation. For more information and to register, please visit www.nascar.com/foundation |
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