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Welcome!

Let us help show you around! Look for these QR codes for expanded lists of dining, shopping, events, attractions and more.

We are eager to enjoy seeing our visitors again! Although 2020 was an interesting and different year for our businesses and attractions, all are open and ready to welcome you again.

Regardless what your interests are, we have something for everyone in Newton, Kansas. If you’ve reacquainted with or found a new love for the outdoors, the following pages will offer an abundance of ideas for fresh air.

If art and culture interest you, don’t miss our museums and art galleries. In person events are returning, and our attractions and businesses have created a number opportunities to engage that are enjoyed by many both inside and outside our community.

With more than 24 locally owned restaurants, food lovers can explore our community’s Mennonite heritage, grab a coffee or burger or watch as peppernuts are prepared in a downtown kitchen.

New this year are QR codes, which appear throughout this magazine. They will guide you to ToNewton.com for specific information about the community and all that we offer.

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2.22.22 What is 2.22.22?

Get ready for the Newton sesquicentennial! The City of Newton was officially incorporated with the State of Kansas on Feb. 22, 1872. The beginnings of a community existed as early as 2021 as a rough little cow town. As a result, Newton plans to celebrate our 150th anniversary beginning this summer and continuing into 2022.

Celebration plans are being developed and include special events commemorating the various aspects of Newton’s history, including our diverse local cultural heritage, partnerships for activities with various businesses and organizations, art exhibits and more. A sesquicentennial T-shirt will be released later this year with commemorative items to follow in 2022.

Photo by Cassandra Schmidt

Newton welcomes official flag in 2020 If you have been to Newton before, you may notice an addition to our flag poles on your next visit. In 2020, the city sponsored a community contest to design an official city flag.

The design below is the winner and represents Newton as a crossroads as well as its railroad and wheat heritage.

Several businesses have created “flag swag” items ranging from T-shirts and coffee mugs to tea towels, hats and greeting cards.

First Newton depot, circa 1872. Photo courtesy of Harvey County Historical Museum

A full list of locations currently selling flag-themed items is at ToNewton.com/newton-ks-flaghtml.

Ask A Local What should a visitor to Newton not miss?

Art — Newton has a lot to see and experience. From public art and murals throughout our town to our very own Carriage Factory Art Gallery where talented local and regional artists showcase their work.

­— Rich Stinnett, Mayor

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Play Outside Photo by of Jason E. Schmidt

If you are looking for family fun in the fresh air, Newton is a great place to visit. From camping and hiking to golf and picnics, local and county parks and area amenities offer many options.

Sand Creek Trail & Newton parks

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Called the “trail between two cities,” the Sand Creek Trail is one of Newton’s most popular outdoor options. This mostly-paved trail follows its namesake creek and passes by several of Newton’s 17 city parks, including the 40-acre Athletic Park at the trail’s south end. The

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north end of the trail features interpretive signs in North Newton and at Bethel College.

Along the way are restrooms, benches and water fountains for both people and pets.

Traveling with your furbaby?

They can get some outdoor time, too, at the fenced dog park located in Centennial Park. And coming in summer of 2021 is a newly rebuilt pool in Athletic Park.

water sports, horse trails, and planned family activities.

Camp Hawk boasts new guest cabins along with primitive camping and a 24-hole disc golf course. During the cooler months, East Park lake is also a popular place to find bald eagles.

Golf

Newton is well-known for golf. Sand Creek Station Golf Course hosts thousands of players annually along with Harvey County Parks Three county parks also offer college and professional tournaments. It also plans several activities for outdoor lovers. public tournaments each year.

Harvey County West Park The public course is open to is a favorite for camping and anyone and has been recogfishing. Harvey County East nized as a destination by Golf Park is the county’s largest, offering several campgrounds, Magazine.

Sporting events

Those more interested in observing sports can catch a Newton Rebels game during the summer at Klein-Scott Field in Centennial Park. Or mark a calendar for the July 4 weekend, when the Mexican American Fast Pitch Softball Tournament is played – a Newton tradition for more than 75 years.

Bethel College and Newton Public Schools also offer public events in a variety of sports.

Cycling

Day camps

Keep the kids entertained with day camp activities at the Newton Recreation Center and Kauffman Museum.

The Rec Center’s Discovery Camp is a day camp option during the summer.

Children can attend single days or sign up by the week. Mini-sessions are also offered during school breaks. Activities are offered on-site and participants also enjoy swimming and field trips.

Uncle Carl’s Camps are weekly day camps for a variety of ages featuring lessons in art, environment and nature and history at the Kauffman Museum.

Annual local events include the Chisholm Trail Bike Ride in May and the MCC Flatlander Bicycle Ride each September. Those rides feature multiple

A child enjoys Uncle Carl’s Camp.

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route choices for cyclists and family fun rides.

In addition to local cycling, Newton sits along the TransAmerica Trail, a coast-to-coast route that brings long distance cyclists through town each year.

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Arts & Culture Above: Bethel Concert Choir/Photo courtesy of Bethel College Below: Art class at Carriage Factory Gallery/Photo courtesy of the gallery

Arts and cultural activities thrive in Newton. Visual and performing art opportunities abound for all ages.

Galleries and visual arts

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Carriage Factory Art Gallery anchors the downtown art scene with regular exhibits featuring local and regional artists in a variety of mediums. The gallery also plans regular classes and

activities and a self-guided studio tour. The Robert W. Regier Gallery at Bethel College also features regional exhibits along with faculty and student art. Newton Recreation Center offers make-and-take painting and art classes for adults and children.

Murals & public art

Newton and North Newton boast multiple pieces of public art, which prominently features the Blue Sky Sculpture in Centennial Park near 12th Street and Kansas Avenue.

The sculpture is one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Art and captures the whimsy of the

Kansas sky. Murals are also taking root in Newton. The Sunflower Mural is a colorful addition to downtown, located behind the building at 6th and Main. Several others are visible throughout the community and more are planned.

The Mennonite Settler Statue in Athletic Park honors Mennonite farmers and Kansas’ wheat heritage.

Museums

The Newton area has three museums. The Warkentin House Museum offers visitors a glimpse into life in Kansas in the Victorian era and tells the story of Bernhard and Mina Warkentin and their impact on Kansas’ wheat history. The Harvey County Historical Museum and Archives is a great stop for both history lovers and researchers. The Kauffman Museum tells the story of the Mennonite migration in addition to hosting special events and exhibits.

Performing art

The performing arts are well represented in Newton. The community enjoys regular performances

by Newton Mid-Kansas Symphony Orchestra and Bethel College students and staff as well as visiting lecturers and performers.

The symphony orchestra typically plays four concerts each year. The first concert of the 2021-22 season is a virtual program with special food in June.

Visitors can keep track of other local performances through the Newton Arts & Culture group.

Throughout 2020 many cultural organizations created new virtual programming, including Newton Public Library. The virtual events are often free and accessible to anyone through Facebook.

The view from the Warkentin House porch shows the detailed woodwork visible throughout the home. Photo by Wendy Nugent

Self-guided tours

The Downtown Newton Walking Tour is the perfect match for a stroll along Main Street. It features information about buildings and in some cases previous businesses. It is available for free at City Hall, Anderson’s and Newton Public Library or online at ToNewton. com. Coming in 2021 will be a companion Historic Newton Children’s Activity Book that highlights local history with kid-friendly activities. Also available is the Newton Historic Driving Tour guide, which highlights local historic homes along three routes.

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Local Flavors Hungry? We’ve got you covered! With two dozen locally owned restaurants, you will find almost anything in Newton.

Mennonite/German cuisine

Our Mennonite heritage shines in our restaurants. We invite you to taste our culture while you are learning about it in our museums and public spaces. Bierocks are a popular staple in Newton. Fresh bread dough is filled with cabbage, ground beef, and sometimes onions and cheese.

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Bierocks are on the menu daily at The Breadbasket and make frequent appearances at local fairs and festivals. Want more? The Breadbasket also serves an all-you-can-eat German buffet on Friday and Saturday evenings featuring Verenika with gravy, German sausage, Borscht, Zwieback and more. Want some to take home? Take-and-bake options are also often available at Prairy and Gillespie Meats.

Mexican cuisine

Mexican American heritage also runs deep in the Newton community. Fried flour taco fundraisers are common at events and gatherings, and multiple restaurants serve up a wide variety of flavors and styles. Acapulco Restaurant has been a downtown Newton favorite for more than 30 years. Enjoy a full bar, outdoor seating and a menu variety that includes family recipes. Other choices include Kikos, specializing in carne asada, Casa Fiesta, and Del Puente Café. You can also find one of several food trucks.

Burgers & diners

Sometimes, you just want a good hamburger … or cheeseburger, have it your way! Several Newton restaurants serve up good diner-style burgers and sides.

Gurty’s Burgers & Shakes offers customizable combos along with signature burgers, including the Gooey Gurty with creamy mac and cheese added for good measure. Top off the meal with a handmade milkshake or a cold beer and settle in to watch your favorite

sports event on one of the restaurants TVs. Other burger options include Moxie Bar & Grill, Curtis C’s Diner and Charlie’s Restaurant.

Pizza & pasta

How about a slice of pizza or some standout pasta?

Back Alley Pizza and Genova have you covered. Back Alley features specialty pizzas with house-made dough and sauce along with customizable options and hot subs baked in a wood-fired brick oven with outdoor seating just off Main Street in downtown Newton.

Genova offers house-made pasta and sauces and daily specials. Both restaurants were named in the top 20 locally owned restaurants by Kansas Magazine.

Coffee

Need an early morning or mid-day pick-me-up?

Grab a cup of coffee. Whether you’re on the move or want to sit and relax, you’ll find options here. For a unique coffee experience, hit 12 Brew Drive Thru.

This former car was is converted into a full-service coffee bar, perfect for when you are on the go. Want to sit a spell? Norm’s Coffee Bar’s downtown location is perfect for a break from shopping in the historic district. On the weekends, don’t miss one of the gourmet waffle offerings. Mojo’s Coffee Bar is located at Bethel College, across the street from the Kauffman Museum. In addition to coffee, Mojo’s serves housemade salads, wraps and soups daily for lunch and special breakfast items on weekends.

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Sweets & pastries

If you have a sweet tooth, Newton is here for you!

From ice cream to pastries and pies, you will find something to love all over town. Salted Creamery makes small batch ice cream in seasonal flavors. You can find single servings and pints at Prairy, which will happily provide you a spoon for immediate enjoyment.

Breadbasket sells homemade pies whole or by the slice. Take one to go, or enjoy a little with your meal.

Mojo’s Coffee Bar offers a rotating, seasonal selection of treats. Druber’s Donuts, a downtown favorite for decades, is open overnight. Crust & Crumb Co. bakes up both sweet and savory options to sell outside of its kitchen on Saturday mornings. Norm’s also sells a selection of baked goods.

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Neighboring Hesston offers a couple of hidden gems on the Schowalter Villa campus, just 8 miles north of Newton.

Water’s Edge offers a varied menu with all-day breakfast options, build-your-own omelet along with lunch choices including sandwiches chicken fried steak, salads and burgers.

It is also regionally known for its daily specials, especially its fried chicken Friday special.

Hesston Bakery & Café is also located on the Schowalter Villa campus. It features traditional coffee shop drinks along with breakfast choices, salads, fresh bakery goods, salads, sandwiches and wraps.

Both restaurants welcome the public.

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Above: Peppernut production kitchen at Prairy. Below: Knit dolls in the gift shop at Carriage Factory Art Gallery.

Shop Local Bring home a souvenir from your visit!

Newton’s Main Street is a National Historic District lined with locally-owned shops that make for a perfect afternoon downtown.

Art & crafts

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Newton’s art community supports several shops that feature homemade art and craft items from local artists. Carriage Factory Art Gallery is a must-see for anyone who likes handmade gifts. Gallery artists create everything from large-scale paintings to

jewelry, children’s toys and soaps and greeting cards.

For those who like to make their own, The Creation Station is stocked with yarn of all types and the walls at Charlotte’s Sew Natural are lined with quilting fabrics and patterns and is a destination for any quilter. At the Chisholm Trail Mall, Phoenix Originals offers pottery and supplies ready for visitors to paint their own creations.

Kansas made items

Prairy Market & Deli specializes in Kansas-made items. Its shelves are lined with packaged goods, and the store expanded to add natural home and health care products in 2020. In addition to packaged goods, Prairy also features a peppernut production kitchen – complete with large windows and stools – so visitors can watch as one a batch of their six specialty cookies is made. It also offers a selection of packages of Kansas craft beer. Anderson’s Book Shop also features Kansas items, including books written by and about Kansans and the western trails. It is also Newton’s goto spot for college and professional sports team gear.

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For the kids

Faith & Life’s children’s room is full of books, stuffed animals, commemorative items for babies and more. Anderson’s also features a wall of children’s games and toys as does Main Street Co./Kitchen Corner. The children’s shelves at the Kauffman Museum include educational, historical and environmentally engaging items.

Antiques and collectibles

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quality thrift items. Four antique stores are located in the downtown area. Metcalf Sisters’ Antiques and Layman’s Antique Mall combine for more than 150 booths. Road Runner Sales and Wharf Road Antiques add to the mix. Don’t miss the player piano at Metcalf Sisters or the whimsical metal sculptures that are often on display outside of Wharf Road.

Online sales Above: The Et Cetera Shop. Below: Charlotte’s Sew Natural.

Below right: Sports merchandise at Anderson’s.

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Keep tabs on our businesses on social media. Dur-

ing 2020, Main Street Co. and Kitchen Corner offered regular product features as well as flash sales on Facebook Live. Faith & Life Bookstore has daily video check ins and product features. Prairy also offers nationwide online ordering and shipping for its house-made packaged items and Kansas specialty food products.

Above: The Main Street Co. & Kitchen Corner

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Stay A While Hotels & Motels

Comfort Inn & Suites 1205 E. 1st, Newton (316) 804-4866 60-room hotel offers free WiFi, hot breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center and meeting space. Pets allowed.

Holiday Inn Express 1430 E. Broadway Ct., Newton (316) 804-7040 68-room hotel offers free WiFi, hot breakfast and fitness center. Adjacent to the Meridian Center event venue.

Pets allowed.

Newell Travel Center 200 Manchester, Newton (316) 283-4000 22-room hotel offers free WiFi and an on-site restaurant. Pets allowed.

Newton Inn 1620 E. 2nd, Newton, (316) 283-7611 32-room hotel offers free WiFi.

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Red Coach Inn 1301 E. 1st, Newton, (316) 283-1921 80-room hotel offers free WiFi, breakfast, indoor pool, game room and meeting space.

Sky Palace Inn & Suites 105 Manchester, Newton (316) 283-3330 78-room hotel offers free WiFi, breakfast and outdoor pool. Pets allowed.

Guest Rentals Craft House 215 E. 1st, Newton, (316) 284-6083 Sleeps 16. Designed for group and craft retreats. megduerkson.com/rentthe-craft-house3 North Newton Guest Rentals Near Bethel College, North Newton (316) 283-5231 Four properties each sleep between 3 and 6 people. No pets or children

under 12 allowed. www.vadasnider.com

Camping & RV Parks Athletic Park 700 W. 1st, Newton, (316) 284-6083 Free primitive camping for up to two nights. Notify Newton Parks Department by calling the number above.

Camp Hawk 1801 SW 36th, Newton, (316) 284-5420 Primitive camping allowed on grassy areas. $10 fee for RV or tent. Two guest cabins opened at the park in 2020.

Harvey County East Park 314 N. East Lake Rd., 8 miles east of Newton, (316) 284-5420 Approximately 70 designated campsites with electricity. Restroom and bath houses ADA accessible. Primitive camping allowed on grassy areas. $10 fee for primitive site, $20 for electrical site.

Harvey County West Park 2733 West Park Rd., Burrton (316) 284-5420 Approximately 30 designated campsites with electricity. Restroom and bath houses ADA accessible. Primitive camping allowed in groomed areas. $10 fee for primitive site, $20 for electrical site.

Payne Oil Co. RV Park 3610 N. K-15 Hwy., Newton (316) 283-5530 20 sites. RVs only.

Spring Lake RV Resort 1308 S. Spring Lake Rd., Halstead (316) 825-3443 Tent and RV camping. Cabins available. 12 miles west of Newton.

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• Coordinating with local restaurants and shops for group outings For more information about the CVB’s meeting and group services or for a list of meeting and social venues, contact Melody Spurney, CVB director, at 316-284-3642 or email mspurney@newtonkansas. com.

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Local Favorites Red Hot Chili Pepper 5K, Chili Cook-off, Carriage Factory Art Market & Blues, Brews & Barbecue September 25, 2021 The Red Hot Chili Pepper 5K starts a day of fun in Newton on September 25. Following the race, nearly two dozen booths open for an all-you-can-eat chili lunch. (All 5K participants get into the cook-off free! Tickets are available at the gate for nonrunners.) The Carriage Factory Art Market will be a new, free addition to this destination day in Newton. Wrap up the day with Blues, Brews & Barbecue. Call Newton CVB for more information at 316-284-3642.

Sand Creek Summer Daze July 3-11, 2021 This updated and lengthened summer festival will feature an 80s theme with live music, a medallion hunt, movies, human foosball tournaments, Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned contest, homebrew competition, kids’ activities and more. Visit www.sandcreeksummerdaze.com.

Taste of Newton September 30, 2021

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50+ food vendors line Main Street, and thousands of attendees enjoy music and dance performances, including the Azteca Dancers. The event kicks off the Bethel Fall Festival weekend. Call Newton Area Chamber of Commerce for more information at 316-283-2560.

December 4, 2021 Five of Newton’s favorite cultural attractions give new meaning to “deck the halls.”

Visitors are welcome at Bethel College, Carriage Factory Gallery, Harvey County Historical Museum, Kauffman Museum and Warkentin House. Free admission and holiday entertainment and activities. For more information, visit ToNewton.com/ christmas.html.

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Seasonal Events Spring Harvey County Home & Garden Show: The annual two-day event is held in late March and features demonstrations, vendors, and children’s activities. www.harvey.k-state.edu/lawn-garden/homegardenshow/index. html KidFest: The Harvey County United Way hosts activities and book giveaways for children age birth to 8 in early April in Newton. harveyunitedway. org/kidfest Apple Blossom Festival: The annual festival is held on the last Friday of April at Newton Presbyterian Manor and features family activities, live music and a meal. Tickets available at the Manor and at the gate. newtonpresbyterianmanor.org Newton Car Show: Hundreds of cars and hot rods compete in various categories on the first Saturday of May in downtown Newton. The event also features food vendors, musicians and entertainment. Free admission for spectators. newtoncarshow.org

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Chisholm Trail Bike Ride: Route options range from 3 miles to 43 miles. The annual ride is held in May beginning at Athletic Park. chisholmtrailbikeride.com

Bethel Masterworks Concert: The Bethel Music Department holds its Masterworks Concert in early May at the college. www.bethelks.edu.

Summer Newton Flower & Garden Tour: The annual tour featuring local homes is held in June. Maps available at participating homes and Newton Public Library. Tour and ticket information available at www.newtonplks.org.

Cookie Daze 5K: Participants in this unique 3.1-mile race eat a cookie each

Online area events calendar The Newton Convention & Visitors Bureau recommends checking the details of events before attending, as some to plans do change. Contact the event organizers or go to www.tonewton.com/newton-events.html/ to check an event status or for additional events. The CVB’s online calendar is searchable by date and key word or activity. Submissions are also accepted.

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mile. The race is held in June and begins and ends at Athletic Park. Register at www.cookiedaze.org.

Newton Summer Sales: This sales weekend in July features special deals and special hours at Newton area businesses. www.newtonchamberks.org Artist Studio Tour: Carriage Factory Art Gallery presents a self-guided tour of local art studios and a meal in late June. www.carriagefactoryartgallery. com Kidron Bethel July 4 Celebration: The community is invited to the Kidron Bethel celebration featuring family activities and fireworks at the North Newton campus. kidronbethel.org Mexican American Softball Tournament: Held the weekend closest to July 4 at various parks. Free admission. www.facebook.com/NewtonMAAC Harvey County Fair: The county fair is held in early August and features exhibits, a rodeo, demo derby, parade, children’s activities and a carnival. www.harveycountyfair.com

Fall Red Hot Chili Pepper 5K & Little Pepper Run: The chip-timed 5K is held the last Saturday in September. All 5K participants receive a ticket

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Art Market: The Carriage Factory Art Market features craft and fine art vendors and children’s activities in downtown Newton on the last Saturday in September. Free admission. www.carriagefactoryartgallery.com Harvey County United Way Chili Cook-off: United Way agencies and community groups serve up chili samples on the last Saturday in downtown Newton. $6 for chili tasting kit in advance; $8 at the gate. harveyunitedway.org Blues, Brews & Barbecue: This blues concert is held the last Saturday in September. harveycountynow.com

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Newton’s annual Parade of Lights is held on the first Thursday evening in December. Photo by Mark Alexander

through the month of November. Visit www.tonewton.com/christmas.html for locations.

Newton Toy Run: All vehicles are welcome for the annual toy run. Line up starts at noon and the ride begins at 1 p.m. on the Sunday closest to

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Winter Parade of Lights: The annual Christmas parade begins at 6:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of December along Main Street and features an array of lighted floats. Free admission. www.tonewton.com/christmas.html Five Places of Christmas: Enjoy free admission and refreshments at this annual holiday event held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the first Saturday in December at Warkentin House Museum, Kauffman Museum, Carriage Factory Gallery, Harvey County Historical Museum and Bethel College. www. tonewton.com/christmas.html The Neuf: 9K and 2-mile courses are offered for this run on the second Saturday of January. The course begins and ends at Bethel College. www. runtheneuf.neuf.ca/ Trappers Rendezvous: Thousands of Boy Scouts, many from out of state, spend the weekend at Harvey County West Park lake in January. www. facebook.com/TrappersRendezvous/ Kansas Day: The Kauffman Museum hosts an annual celebration of Kansas Day on the last Saturday in January. The event includes historical and cultural presentations, demonstrations and children’s activities. Free admission.kauffmanmuseum.org/kansas-day/

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Ride the Train Amtrak Information Newton’s Amtrak Station is located at 414 N. Main in downtown Newton. The facility features an enclosed waiting area, wheelchairaccessible restrooms, and a ticket office. ​

Parking

Long-term parking is available approximately one block west of the station behind the Post Office. The parking lot can be accessed from W. 4th or W. 5th. There is no charge for the parking. There is no dedicated wheelchair-accessible parking. For more information, call the Newton CVB at 316-284-3642.

Shuttle service to Wichita

Amtrak offers a bus shuttle service to and from Wichita to connect passengers to the Newton rail station. The northbound bus leaves daily at 1:10 a.m. from the bus station in Wichita to catch the 2:45 a.m. train in Newton. The southbound bus leaves Newton at 4 a.m. for Wichita. The bus also connects the Southwest Chief and Heartland Flyer lines. The southbound bus leaves Wichita at 5 a.m. daily to make the connection in Oklahoma City at 8:25 a.m. For more information, call 1-800-872-7245 or book travel at www.amtrak.com.

Hours

The station is open when trains are scheduled. Daily stops are expected to resume in early summer 2021. Contact Amtrak for a current schedule or go to ToNewton.com/amtrak-information.html

Route

Newton is on the Southwest Chief route, which runs daily from Chicago to Los Angeles via the American Southwest. The route is part of the Trails & Rails Program, and at times National Park Service guides are onboard the Southwest Chief. The train departs Newton westbound for Los Angeles at 2:45 a.m. daily. It departs Newton eastbound for Chicago at 2:19 a.m. daily.

Know Newton Community Information

Airport services: Newton City/County Airport is located 3 miles east of Newton on Oliver Road. It is open weekdays from 7 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturdays from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sundays from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 316-284-6084 Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport provides commercial passenger air service to the Newton area. It is located approximately 30 miles from Newton. www. flywichita.com Car rentals: Hertz operates a location on E. 4th (316-283-0789). Conklin Cars, 1500 E. 3rd, also offers vehicle rentals. (316-281-3001) Library: Newton Public Library, 720 N. Oak, offers numerous services, wireless internet, computer access and programming for all ages. Open Monday-Saturday. 316-2832890 Police and fire services: In emergencies, dial 911. Newton Police Department nonemergency number is 316-284-6030. Newton Fire/EMS Department non-emergency number is 316-284-6060.

Workout facilities: Newton Recreation Commission offers one-day passes for its fitness facility, located at 415 N. Poplar. The facility features strength and cardio equipment and indoor pool. Drop-in classes also available. Open seven days a week; hours vary.

316-283-7330 Newton YMCA offers one-day passes to its fitness facility, located at 701 E. Wheatridge Drive. The facility features strength and cardio equipment, group exercise classes included with day passes, indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool and indoor track. Open seven days a week; hours vary. 316-776-8350 Other private facilities are available.

Walk-in health care: Axtell Clinic Walk-in Clinic, 700 Medical Center Drive, Suite 210, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday. 316-283-2800 NMC Health Immediate Care,118 E. 12th, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday. 316-281-9700 Xpress Wellness Urgent Care: 106 E. 10th, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 1-7 p.m.

Sunday. 316-836-2005 Emergency health care: NMC Health ER, 600 Medical Center Drive. Open 24 hours.

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Helpful Numbers

Newton City Hall ....................................... 316-284-6000 Harvey County Courthouse ........................ 316-284-6800 Newton City/County Airport ...................... 316-284-6084 Newton Parks Department ........................ 316-284-6083 Harvey County Parks Department ............. 316-283-5420 Fire non-emergency .................................. 316-284-6060 Police non-emergency .............................. 316-284-6030 Harvey County Sheriff’s Dept. .................... 316-284-6960 Newton Medical Center ............................. 316-283-2700 30 • Newton Visitor Guide

Newton Post Office .................................... 316-283-6290 Newton Public Schools .............................. 316-284-6200 Hutchinson Community College ................ 316-283-7000 Bethel College ........................................... 316-283-2500 Newton Recreation Commission ................ 316-283-7330 Grand Central Senior Center ...................... 316-283-2222 Newton Public Library ............................... 316-283-2890 Newton Convention & Visitors Bureau ...... 316-284-3642 Newton Area Chamber of Commerce ......... 316-283-2560

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