Happy Holidays from Newton Free Library! 

Books and movies are the perfect escape to the bustle of the holiday season, so it's no surprise we're busier than ever at the Library this month.

Explore our list of Books Librarians Give to refresh your reading list or find the perfect gift.

Hungry for More?

Explore the Best of 2022 list in the December issue of BookPage online or pick up a print copy in our lobby.

Novelist, is a fantastic digital resource (available with your library card). It's designed to help readers of all ages find their next great read - plus it connects directly to the library catalog for easy browsing and requesting.

Need help finding the perfect next book to read or gift for the avid reader in your life? Complete this form for recommendations on books and movies for all ages.

Are Microfiche and Microfilm Still Used? The answer is... YES!

Despite advances in technology, such as cloud-based memory storage, microfiche/microfilm machines are still an essential tool to access important historic records. The Library has a collection of hundreds of microforms, including Newton newspapers spanning the years 1866-1997. We also house a large City of Newton archival collection. Our new machine can also make photocopies in color or black and white from slides and negatives. To access these resources and use the new machine, please make an appointment and a Librarian will assist you!

The Newton Senior Center will have an outpost in our second floor Meeting Room C for a few select programs during the NewCal construction.  

We're also excited to host the Newton Senior Center Chamber Ensemble's annual Holiday Concert on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 in Druker Auditorium.

Apply to Exhibit Your Art at the Library

Proposals are currently being accepted for July - December 2023 exhibits from New England region artists showing two-dimensional works, or works that are compatible with the Walker Rod system.

Click here for Information and Application

Board of Trustees' Library Annual Appeal Hits Newton Mailboxes

The Trustees of Newton Free Library and the Friends of Newton Free Library help the Library in a variety of meaningful ways. We simply could not be as beloved an institution without their collective support!

Residents recently received a letter from Barbara F. Meltz, Library Board of Trustees President, outlining the many ways community support helped the Library this year.

Click here the 2022 Annual Appeal Letter and Make a Donation

Shop and Give Back

The Friends of Newton Free Library are an Amazon Smile charity, this program allows Amazon to direct a portion of eligible purchases to help non-profits. Click here to make your Amazon purchases support the Library!

Please note, the Friends will not accept book donations between Dec. 17th and Jan. 3rd.

December Holiday Hours

Christmas Eve, 12/24    9-4pm

New Years Eve, 12/31   9-4pm

Closed:

Sunday, December 25

Monday, December 26

Sunday, January 1

Monday, January 2