Event locations
Disclaimer: This information was provided by agencies in the community. It may not be all-encompassing and some information changes often. For Jasper County offices and contact information, browse our county directory.
Updates: If you have an addition or edit to our Resource Guide, please contact us at jaspercocares@jasperia.org.
DMACC - Newton Campus
- Counseling is available for students of DMACC on Mondays and Thursdays.
- Event rental - call campus.
- Financial assistance may be available. Contact campus and fill out FAFSA.
Newton, IA 50208
Newton YMCA
- Membership (or a day pass) provides access to the facility's state-of-the-art strength and fitness equipment, including EGYM, cardio, and free-weight areas. Included at no additional cost are fitness classes, pool access, gyms, and an indoor track. Relax in our sauna, steam room, or whirlpool
- Year-round youth and adult programming in sports, arts & entertainment, as well as swim lessons, youth and teen centers, gymnastics, and summer camps
- Childcare and preschool programming is available through the YMCA Early Learning Center
- Financial assistance is available based on financial need
- 24/7 Access with an additional fee
Newton, IA 50208
City of Monroe
Parks and Recreation- Community Building 641-259-2319
Monroe, IA 50170
City of Sully
Community Center, Fitness, Library, Parks, Sports, Golf Club
Community Center https://www.sullyia.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Community-Center-Rental-Agreement.pdf
Sully, IA 50251
Country View Barn
Performance and Event Venue for weddings, graduation parties, baby showers, and more.
Country View Barn is a historic 75-year-old barn, recently renovated to restore its beauty.
Newton, IA 50208
Gray Moon Public Market (2nd Ave Social)
Bringing small town business owners and the community together to support one another.
Restaurants, Retail, Coffee, Bar & Event Space
Newton, IA 50208
The Gathering Place - Senior & Community Center
The Gathering Place - Senior & Community Center
Location: Monroe, IA
Website: https://andyalgreen.com/seniorlivingeducation/
The Gathering Place of Monroe exists to bring the community together—offering older adults and their caregivers a space to connect, grow, and thrive. From social activities to private event rentals, our goal is to provide a welcoming, versatile, and supportive environment for all.
Senior Living Education Series
Website: https://andyalgreen.com/seniorlivingeducation/
Notes: Our monthly senior seminars offer practical education, resources, and community connection on topics that matter most to older adults and their caregivers.
Attached is a flyer for the seminars
When: The first Thursday of every month (except July) at 10:00 am
Where: The Gathering Place in Monroe
Camping, Pool, dog park, fishing, disc golf
Timberline Iowa
Escape to the wooded serenity of Newton. Conveniently located along I-80, offering a peaceful retreat with all the amenities you need
Newton, IA 50208
Garden
Newton Arboretum and Botanical Garden
We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) privately managed, public garden.
Newton, IA 50208
Golf, Pool
Diamond Trail Golf Club
Quaint nine-hole golf course, located in Lynnville. We have watered fairways & concrete cart paths the whole length of the course.
Lynnville, IA 50153
Gateway Recreation, Inc. in Monroe
(Golf, Swimming, Club House)
Monroe, IA 50170
Oakland Acres Golf Club
18-hour golf course, golf simulators, events, restaurant
Grinnell, IA 50112
The Harvester Club
18 hole golf course. Beautiful event space
Rhodes, IA 50234
Westwood Golf Course
- 18 Hole Municipal Course
- Driving Range
- Two Practice Greens
- Pro Shop and Snack Bar
- Convenient Location minutes off of I-80
Newton, IA 50208
Historical
Colfax Historical Society & Museum
Non-profit Historical Society w/great Community Room that can be rented. For info check website
Colfax, IA 50054
Jasper County Museum
Collecting, Preserving & Exhibiting Our Agricultural, Commercial, Industrial & Societal History
Open May 1st - September 30th
Newton, IA 50208
Park
Baxter Park and Facilities
- Provides information on Baxter Area parks, playgrounds, trails, the Caboose, and more activities for the whole family.
- Baxter Community Building https://www.baxter-iowa.com/sites/default/files/uploads/comm-room-contract.pdf 641-227-3120
Baxter, IA 50028
City of Lynnville
Lynnville, IA 50153
City of Mingo
- Parks- Mingo City Park
- Chichaqua Valley Trail
- Casey Gannon Softball Field
- Community Center- rental see website
- Mingo Public Library 641-363-4631
Mingo, IA 50168
Park, Pool
Newton Parks and Recreation
- Provides information on programs, events, Newton’s parks, Maytag Pool, Westwood Golf Course, and other areas in Newton for families to go for family fun.
- Park Shelter & Pool Pavilion Reservations https://www.newtongov.org/437/Park-Shelter-Pool-Pavilion-Reservations
Newton, IA 50208
Pool
Christian Conference Center
- With nearly 5 miles of hiking trails, miniature golf, sand volleyball, an outdoor swimming pool, fishing, a private man-made lake, canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, and paddle boards, there is fun for everyone at the CCC!
- Camps- see website
Newton, IA 50208
Maytag Pool - Newton
Maytag Pool can be found nestled in the center of historic Maytag Park, which is located at 301 S 11th Ave W. Since the pool was built in 1935, it has served as one of the main summertime family attractions in Newton.
The pool features zero-entry access, a chair lift, a play feature, two water slides, a diving well, a zipline and six 25 meter swimming lanes.
Newton, IA 50208
