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Don't miss the Newtown Library's Garden Tour!

🌺 Join us for a walk through our garden

WHAT

Lee Ann Fancher is our neighbor and one of the volunteers who takes care of the library grounds. Join Lee Ann while she points out our collection of native plants and answers your gardening questions.

WHEN

June 1, 2024 at 10 AM

WHERE

The library's garden

RSVP

No reservation is required, but we would appreciate you adding your name to our signup sheet at the library. Call 215-968-7659 or email librarian@newtownlibrarycompany.org to be added to the list.

Upcoming Events

Children’s Storytime
Tuesdays from 10-10:45 AM
Poetry Nights
3rd Friday of the month at 6 PM
Penn Chair Traveler Series
To be announced
Garden Tour
June 1, 2024 at 10 AM
Fifth Grade Walking Tour
June 6, 2024
Newtown Welcome Day
June 9, 2024

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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