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Don't miss the Halloween Scavenger Hunt 🎃

WHAT

Join family and friends on a Halloween hunt through beautiful Newtown Borough. Teams will receive a packet with two lists of items to find and photograph, including 10 "pumpkin" locations in Newtown. The 3 teams that find the most items win prizes. Goodie bags will be given at the judging to all children ages 13 and under.

WHEN

October 19, 2024 @ 9 AM through October 20 @ 2 PM.

WHERE

Teams will receive their packet via email at 9 AM on Saturday, 10/19. To compete for prizes, turn in your packet at Starbucks on State Street on Sunday, 10/20 before 2 PM.

RSVP

Sign up here. Tickets are $25 and 100% of proceeds benefit the Newtown Library Company, a non-profit organization run by community volunteers.

Upcoming Events

Tuesdays from 10-10:45 AM (Starting 9/10)
Children’s Storytime
Children’s Storytime
Tuesdays 10-10:45 AM (Starting 9/10)
Poetry Nights
3rd Friday of the month at 6 PM
Penn Chair Traveler Series
To be announced
NHA House Tour
December 7th, 10AM - 4PM
Book Lovers Gala
February 22, 2025

Books For All Ages

Browse over 250 years of books including best sellers, mysteries, cookbooks, children’s books, eBooks, and local historic archives.

Community Perks

Enjoy access to the stunning library grounds and community benefits like:

  • Two public reading rooms
  • Free WIFI
  • Poetry readings, lectures, book signings, children’s story hours, and historic building tours
  • Regular community events like our annual Book Lover’s Party, Scavenger Hunt, and 5K Run

History Worth Sharing

The Newtown Library has been serving the local community since 1760. It is operated by a network of volunteers and funded by generous endowments, donations, and membership fees.

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