This Week
Union Public Library Summer Reading Program
The Union Public Library will host their Summer Reading Program-Books & Games each Wednesday at 2 p.m. The library will have Daycare on Thursday, June 15, and Tuesday, June 20, at 10 a.m.
Newton Public Library Summer Reading Program
The Newton Public Library will have an Adult Coloring program on Wednesday, June 14, at 3:30 p.m.
On Monday, June 19, they will host a Sidewalk Chalk Art program at 3 p.m.
Decatur Public Library Summer Reading Program
The Decatur Public Library will host a Kind or Trash program on Thursday, June 15, at 4 p.m. as part of their Summer Reader Programs. The library will also host a Friendship Flower program on Tuesday, June 20, at 4 p.m.
ECPDD To Hold Hearing for Aging Programs
The East Central Planning and Development District/Area Agency on Aging will hold an in-person Public Hearing for Aging Programs on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. The meeting will be held in the Board Room of the East Central Planning and Development District office building located at 280 Commercial Drive, Newton, Mississippi.
The purpose of this hearing is to inform all interested persons and organizations about programs and services available for persons aged 60 and above in Clarke, Jasper, Kemper, Lauderdale, Leake, Neshoba, Newton, Scott, and Smith Counties.
The goals and objectives for Fiscal Year October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024 will be discussed and an update of current year activities will be presented. Comments from the public will be welcomed.
Newton Beautification Project asks for Suggestions for Mural
After 35 years of beauty, it is time to refresh and renew the mural on the wall at the intersection of Main Street and Church Street in downtown Newton.
Get your creative juices flowing and join the community fun by submitting your idea of what should replace the mural. The Beautification Project members will select the best idea!
Submit your ideas to amysextra@gmail.com by June 17. When submitting, please include your name and telephone number.
Summer Feeding Program at Newton Elementary School
Newton Municipal School District is sponsoring a Summer Feeding Program at Newton Elementary School June 5-29, 2023 (Monday-Thursday). Meals are FREE for all children under the age of 18. Daily Breakfast is served from 7:45-8:45 and Lunch is served from 10:30-12:30. No Meals will be served on Fridays. This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider.
Summer Food Service Program at Union High School
The Union Public School District will be participating in the annual Summer Feeding Program 2023 at Union High School.
Starting Monday June 5, 2023, through June 29, 2023, all children 0-18 will be able to receive a free breakfast meal and a free lunch meal. Meals will be dine-in only this year with no carry outs per USDA guidelines.
On Monday-Thursday, Breakfast will be served from 8-9 a.m. and Lunch will be served from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
We will be closed on Friday. Adult meals will be available and cost $4. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Upcoming
Auditions for The Newton Theatre Company’s Musical Production of Oklahoma!
The Newton Theatre Company will hold open auditions for their upcoming adult production of the classical musical, Oklahoma! on Saturday, June 24th at 10 a.m., Sunday, June 25th at 2 p.m. and Monday, June 26th at 6 p.m. For details on ages and what to expect at auditions, please visit our Facebook page Newton Theatre Company at the Roxy Theatre or Instagram at ntcroxy!
MSU Newton County Extension to offer Taco Tuesday Salsa Workshop
Limited space if available for a Taco Tuesday Salsa Workshop at the MSU Conference Room on July 11, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Participants will learn how to can salsa in this time out Tuesday workshop. This is a hands-on session where you will also dice, measure, and receive instruction on how to safely make your own salsa. Participants will receive a jar of salsa to take home. There is a $10 fee. To register, please call 601-635-7011. Open to participants age 14 to adults.
