In September, the Library continues its partnership with Hickory Ballet and Performing Arts to showcase another classic ballet: Swan Lake. The Tchaikovsky work, loosely based on European folk tales, centers around Odette, a princess who is turned into a swan by an evil sorcerer, and her budding relationship with Prince Siegfried, whose love has the potential to restore her to human… View More
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Beginning in September and running through the spring of 2020, the Library will be participating in CVCC’s community-wide read of Educated, author Tara Westover’s memoir about breaking with her family’s beliefs in order to pursue a formal education. Raised as an End-of-Days survivalist in Idaho, Westover lived in an environment where doctors, public schools, and the federal government… View More
STEAM education has become incredibly popular in recent years. Bringing together science, technology, engineering, art, and math to inform each other is a technique that helps students make meaningful connections about the world and then apply those connections to practical, real-life situations. In our upcoming Library program, we’re demonstrating that an understanding of science concepts helps us make better art. With a knowledge… View More
Catawba County Animal Services has confirmed the county’s sixth rabies case of 2019 following an incident in Maiden. Previous cases reported to the county this year occurred in Claremont, Hickory, Maiden and Newton. On August 26, Animal Services responded to a call from a Maiden resident concerning a dog bitten by a fox. The fox was sent to the North Carolina Public Health Laboratory in Raleigh, which notified Animal Services August… View More
Catawba County boasts an incredible variety of people and influences, and the Office of Multicultural Affairs at Catawba Valley Community College takes the opportunity annually to highlight the richness of our local melting pot. Amid the performers, booths, attractions, and food trucks set up on the campus’s front lawn along… View More
MAIN IN NEWTON 828.465.8665 CHILDREN/ TEENS/ FAMILIES Grandparents’ Afternoon Tea Thursday, September 5 at 4:30 pm Children are invited to bring their grandparents (or another special adult) for refreshments, activities, and a craft to make… View More
Catawba County today announced it has been selected to participate in the national Advancing Pretrial Policy and Research (APPR) grant initiative as a Research-Action Site. Catawba County is among five counties (including communities in Alabama, Georgia and Washington) selected to participate through a competitive application process. As an APPR Research-Action Site, Catawba County will receive intensive assistance from national… View More
MAIN IN NEWTON 828.465.8665 WorkLife Wednesday: Resumé Tune-up Wednesday, September 4 from 10 am-2 pm Whether you need to create a resumé from scratch or update the one you already have, book your 30-minute, individual session by calling… View More
Catawba County has hired Peter M. Shonka to serve as the county’s Utilities & Engineering Director. He begins work with the county September 9, 2019. Shonka comes to Catawba County from the City of Savannah, Ga., where he has worked since 2000. He most recently served as Executive Director of Arena Development managing all aspects of the $160 Million arena project in the city’s canal district. His prior roles with the city… View More
Tarp Awareness Week, which takes place September 1-7, 2019, reminds residents to reduce roadside litter and increase safety by using tarps to secure waste loads. In North Carolina, half of all roadside litter is blown onto roads, not thrown. “North Carolina taxpayers spend millions of dollars each year to remove litter that blows out of truck beds because it is not properly secured,” said Amanda Kain, Catawba County Waste… View More
Catawba County Chief Financial Officer Bob Miracle has been elevated to Assistant County Manager/Chief Financial Officer effective September 2, 2019. In his new role, Miracle will continue to manage the County’s financial operations and will assume additional departmental oversight responsibilities as part of the County’s management team alongside County Manager Mick Berry and Assistant County Manager Mary Furtado. His promotion… View More
Catawba County Social Services recently welcomed three new members to the Catawba County Social Services Board: Deputy Chief Reed Baer of the Hickory Police Department; Dr. Summer Carrol, a professor at Lenoir-Rhyne University; and Dr. William Pekman, a retired orthopedic surgeon. Baer, who was named Social Services Board Vice Chair, has a history of community service which includes past involvement with the St. Albans School and… View More
HICKORY – Seniors Morning Out participants will enjoy a variety of activities in September, including musical performances and craft classes. Any resident of Catawba County who is 60 or older is invited to join Seniors Morning Out, which is held between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday at five convenient locations. A hot, balanced… View More
The library’s Art-o-Mat – a refurbished cigarette machine that’s been retrofitted to sell tiny art – has been a popular addition to the Newton library. The variety of media that comes out of the Art-o-Mat is impressive and includes everything from textiles to jewelry, pottery to metalwork, paintings to paper works. Over the last few months, lots of people have asked questions about how the Art-o-Mat works, so we’ve recruited… View More
Whether you’re asked to submit a paper copy or a digital version, a resumé is necessary in today’s job market. And although you can find templates online, there’s no guarantee that you can use them without paying – or that they’ll be the ideal tool that you need to get the job you’ve set your eyes on. To cut through all the confusion and get real-life, practical tips on how to showcase your experience and skills, the… View More
Add The Public to movies you love set in libraries, joining classics like Breakfast at Tiffany’s and The Breakfast Club. Incidentally, the 2019 film stars and was written and directed by Emilio Estevez, the original Brat Pack jock from The Breakfast Club. The fictional movie is set in the midst of an intense cold spell in Cincinnati that compels a group of homeless people to stage a sit-in at the… View More
When’s the last time you had your vital signs checked? Physicians recommend regular monitoring of bodily functions like blood pressure and heart rate, but we’re not always as diligent about following up as we should be. To give people a quick, easy way to get an update to this data, the library is partnering with Catawba Valley Health System’s… View More
MAIN IN NEWTON 828.465.8665 CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES Ready to Learn Storytime: Preschool Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 10 am Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome. PAWS to Read Thursday,… View More
SOUTHWEST 828.466.6818 Back to Work: Resumés Monday, August 26 at 6 pm At this computer class, patrons will learn how to spruce up an old resumé or create a new one that showcases their skills and experience. Registration… View More
Family Builders of Catawba Valley invites anyone interested in fostering or adopting a child to attend the resource family information meeting at 6:00-7:30 PM Tuesday, Sept. 10th. The meeting will be held at the Family Services Center, 3050 11th Avenue Drive SE, Hickory, N.C. 28602 (behind Catawba Valley Medical Center). Resource families include… View More
One of the joys of gardening is maximizing seasonal color in the form of annuals and perennials. Cool and warm hues add welcome punctuation to a sea of foliage, bark, and turf, but achieving the right balance can take some forethought and planning. To help gardeners get useful information about adding color to the landscape throughout the season, Anelle Ammons, Cooperative Extension home… View More
Anticipating Catawba Valley Community College’s annual Celebration of Nations event on September 7, 2019, the library is hosting an international craft night! At the session, we’ll learn how to make papel picado, an elaborate-yet-simple Mexican craft produced by cutting tissue paper into intricately designed banners. The technique of making these graphic, colorful decorations is similar… View More
It’s always exciting to learn of local writers, and the library is excited to welcome Bunker Hill High School graduate Maddyson Wilson for a meet-the-author event. Wilson specializes in Young Adult novels, and she’ll be talking about her new work – her second novel. The recently published book, entitled Don’t Blame the Reckless, is a suspenseful story centered around a wild female assassin and a broken prince and… View More
What does your DNA say about you? As medicine and technology advance, genetic testing is becoming much more common in our efforts to discover and treat potential illnesses. It’s also being regarded as an acceptable expense to help at-risk people, assuming certain circumstances are met and the testing is deemed medically necessary. To provide insight into the importance of DNA and its role in modern medicine, Medicare… View More
5 Things to Know About the Community Health Assessment The Community Health Assessment (CHA) rolls around every three years and is currently underway. The CHA is a way to gauge the community’s current health and evaluate the health behaviors, resources and needs that may affect health in the future. Catawba County Public Health Community… View More
MAIN IN NEWTON 828.465.8665 CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES Ready to Learn Storytime: Preschool Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 10 am Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome. Kids Book Club Monday,… View More
MAIN IN NEWTON 828.465.8664 3-D Basics Tuesday, August 20 at 4 pm Learn the foundations of 3-D printing: what it is, how it works, and where you can find resources to get, create, and share 3-D printable files. ST. STEPHENS 828.466.6821 Do You Hoopla? Wednesday, August 21 at 10 am If you… View More
Family Builders of Catawba Valley invites anyone interested in fostering or adopting a child to attend the resource family information meeting at 6:00-7:30 PM Tuesday, August 13th. The meeting will be held at the Family Services Center, 3050 11th Avenue Drive SE, Hickory, N.C. 28602 (behind Catawba Valley Medical Center). Resource families include… View More
Dewey Harris, Assistant County Manager for Catawba County since 2008, announced he will retire in June 2020 after 31 years of state and local government service in Oregon, Washington and North Carolina. In reflecting upon his career, Harris said, “I feel blessed to work in a profession where you can work with others to positively impact the socioeconomic wellbeing of an entire community. It’s been an amazing opportunity for my… View More
Where did the summer go? With children heading back to school, we at the Catawba County Sheriff's Office wanted to share these safety reminders with you. Watch your speed in school zones! Be aware that school zone speed limits may vary in hours and speeds. Be sure to follow the posted limits. Slow down in residential areas. Watch for children crossing the street and congregating near bus stops. Do not pass a… View More
Did you know that a 3-D printer can generate everything from small toys and replacement parts to kids’ trophies and decorative household accessories? Now, add jewelry to the mix! At our upcoming Adult STEAM workshop, we’ll learn to create 3-D files using Tinkercad, a free online program that features computer-aided design (CAD) tools. Participants will have the opportunity to produce simple designs for earrings, necklaces, or… View More
It’s never too late to live with joy and indulge your passions! That’s the lesson being prominently shared at the library’s upcoming art exhibit. Thrive in Community is an art collaboration with Neighbors Network and is intended to showcase works by local artists aged 50 to 90+. A variety of subject matter and media are represented, and the exhibit helps debunk the myth… View More
Share your love of crafting, art, ideas, and talent in the library’s new Craftsman Collaborative series! Each month, we’ll feature a new artisan to talk about his or her work and walk us through the steps to make our own versions. In August, we’ll be creating beautiful paper flowers out of discarded book pages. The sculptural pieces have modern appeal, but they also feature a vintage vibe that’s undeniably chic. To… View More
Elvis Aaron Presley died August 16, 1977, but his memory and music live on, especially with people who grew up in the midst of the rock ‘n roll era. To commemorate the 42nd anniversary of Elvis’s death (coincidentally, he also died at age 42) and to keep his legacy going, tribute artist Ed Smith will be presenting a concert of Elvis songs at the library! Families are invited to enjoy an evening remembering the King of Rock ‘n… View More
MAIN IN NEWTON 828.465.8665 CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES Ready to Learn Storytime: Preschool Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 10 am Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome. PAWS to Read Tuesday,… View More
MAIN IN NEWTON 828.465.8664 Meet Libby Tuesday, August 13 at 11 am Libby is a free, user-friendly way to find 1000s of eBooks and audiobooks on the NC Digital Library. Learn how to download the app, sign in, and download a title or two. Bring your own tablet or phone so we can help set it up and have you ready to go by the time you leave. Adult STEAM:… View More
Catawba County Finance earned the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting (CAFR) from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2018. Catawba County has won this award for 37 consecutive years. The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting is presented to governmental… View More