Do you or a loved one currently have NC Medicaid? Have you chosen a health plan through the new Managed Care options? If you need to get details about which providers and services are best for you and your family, the Catawba County Library and… View More
April 2021
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May the Fourth be with you! Star Wars fans love to send out this greeting when springtime rolls around, playing on the movie catchphrase “May the Force be with you!” The pun, in fact, gave rise to May 4 being designated as Star Wars Day, a time to celebrate the film franchise’s wildly imaginative universe. To tap into the annual observation, the Catawba County Library is offering two virtual,… View More
You may have heard of the Unifour Senior Games, which gives adults 50 and older the chance to show off their athletic skills, but did you know that the Games also have an arts component? SilverArts celebrates “the creative expression of seniors in North Carolina” and “unites the athlete and artist in a program that recognizes the similarities of both endeavors: discipline, dedication, and pride in one’s… View More
Do you wish you knew more about how to operate computers and use the Internet wisely? There’s a learning curve to feeling comfortable with technology and the online world, and we want to help shortcut it for you! Throughout May, we’re offering weekly lunch-and-learn sessions that let you discover more about essential aspects of the Internet and also gain added experience with it. The virtual classes will cover the following… View More
Are you a fan of mysteries? Do you love making your way through carefully orchestrated plots, picking up hints and clues along the way, trying to identify culprits and killers before they’re revealed? If mysteries are your genre of choice, make plans to join the Mystery Mavens Book Club for their next discussion. It takes place at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, May 5 via Zoom and will let everyone weigh in on the success of… View More
LIBRARY PROGRAMS 828.465.8665 Contribute to Our Seed Library Ongoing We're building a seed library, where the community can exchange seeds for free! We'll accept viable seeds at all locations during their standard business hours, and heirlooms are especially welcome. Please package and label any donations you drop off. Seeds may also be borrowed from the… View More
Watching an online video as a learning shortcut can be an easy fix, but it can also be hard to know whether you’re getting reliable information. Niche Academy is a collection of “How To” videos on a wide variety of topics from setting up a new email account to learning about the stock market and investment reports on Morningstar. To learn more about Niche Academy and how to use it, the library is offering a virtual… View More
If you love to garden, the Catawba County Library is asking for your help! For many years, the library’s community garden in Newton has been a prominent part of its efforts to promote fitness and well-being, thanks to partnerships with the Catawba County Cooperative Extension and LiveWell Catawba, a nonprofit committed to creating and… View More
Now that mild weather has returned, the Library to Go is making appearances at community events throughout the county. In recent weeks, it’s been a companion presence for a series of ballet storytime experiences coordinated with the Hickory Ballet & Performing Arts. This Saturday, the mobile vehicle will play a role in the first annual Catawba Valley Festival of the Arts, a weekend-long event… View More
Do you appreciate the calming influence that nature has on your mood? Are you eager to get back outside after a long week of work and family obligations? The library is partnering with Dr. George Place, director of the Cooperative Extension and a certified personal trainer and tai chi instructor. Twice-monthly, he’s inviting people to join him at one of the… View More
Do you find technology a bit challenging to understand? Do you wish you knew how to make sense of the library’s digital resources? Is there something about your smartphone that you just haven’t been able to figure out? If you’d like to get practical tips about technology, join us for our next Tech Talk Tuesday session, which takes place at 2 pm on Tuesday, April 27. The class centers around questions that… View More
LIBRARY PROGRAMS 828.465.8665 Contribute to Our Seed Library Ongoing We're building a seed library, where the community can exchange seeds for free! We'll accept viable seeds at all locations during their standard business hours, and heirlooms are especially welcome. Please package and label any donations you drop off. Seeds may also be borrowed from the… View More
Title: Park Ranger Department: Planning and Parks How long have you worked with the county? Eighteen years What does your job involve? Please describe what you do. Doing educational programs, park maintenance (trail work, storm clean up, facility repairs), enforcing park rules, answering questions from park patrons.… View More
Did you know that certain plants have killer instincts? And that Eastern North Carolina is one of the few native homes of the insect-eating Venus flytrap? The Catawba County Library will showcase these rare and unusual specimens in an adult program that introduces carnivorous plants and explores their remarkable feeding habits. It takes place via Zoom at 4:30 pm on Tuesday, April 20 and is free and open to the… View More
Do you know a teen who loves anime and manga? The Catawba County Library is hosting a virtual program highlighting these Japanese art forms at 6 pm on Monday, April 19. Teens and tweens aged 13-18 are invited to participate. Manga is the term given to Japanese comic books and graphic novels, while anime is the term given to Japanese animation. In contrast to American comics, which often place a premium on action,… View More
April is National Poetry Month, and the Black History Discussion Group is taking advantage of the annual observation to delve into some of the classics of Black poetry. From our perspective in the 21st century, we can marvel at 250 years of African-American poetry, so the discussion will take the opportunity to explore the background and context of prominent poets like Gwendolyn Brooks (pictured) and Paul Lawrence Dunbar,… View More
Although some people prefer to avoid thoughts of mortality, the necessity of drawing up legal papers for unforeseen circumstances is of great benefit to your loved ones. Sharing your wishes with them and thoughtfully considering everyone’s best interests prior to a life-changing event can be a huge relief when the time comes to make difficult decisions. Helping people understand the motivation for having wills and advance directives… View More
Do you have a kid who’s fascinated by weather and likes to know the science behind forecasts and meteorology reports? We’ll help provide answers to that curiosity with our upcoming STEAM program focused on simple, weather-related experiments that you can complete using basic household materials. Exploring nature, science, and art together is especially fun through these hands-on activities! To sign up, families can visit… View More
Catawba County’s annual spring residential household hazardous waste collection event will take place Saturday, May 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hickory American Legion Fairgrounds. The fairgrounds are located at 1 American Legion Ave. off Hwy 70 in Newton. The event is open to Catawba County residents only and is free of charge. Residents are advised to be prepared to wait due to anticipated high volumes of materials. No trailers… View More
LIBRARY PROGRAMS 828.465.8665 Contribute to Our Seed Library Ongoing We're building a seed library, where the community can exchange seeds for free! We'll accept viable seeds at all locations during their standard business hours, and heirlooms are especially welcome. Please package and label any donations you drop off. Seeds may also be borrowed from the… View More
Based upon an increase in COVID-19 vaccine availability, Catawba County Public Health, Catawba Valley Health System and Frye Regional Medical Center are working together to fill a large number of individual appointments starting this week. Individuals who wish to schedule an appointment may now call the COVID-19 Vaccination Referral Line at 828-282-2002 (Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). In addition to scheduling by phone, appointment… View More
It’s time again to help Keep Catawba County Beautiful as part of Litter Sweep, a statewide initiative organized twice a year by the North Carolina Department of Transportation. Volunteers are invited to help beautify the community by removing litter from our roadways at an event this month hosted by the City of Conover. The City of Conover’s event will be held Saturday, April 17 at Conover City Park, located at 361 5th Ave… View More
The Library to Go, the Catawba County Library’s mobile vehicle, regularly brings resources and services to people throughout the county, providing library access at a variety of community events, including farmers’ markets, arts festivals, and seasonal programs. During the month of April, the Library to Go will make appearances at the following:… View More
Thanks to a partnership with Appalachian State University, the Catawba County Library has established a program connecting local people with Community Navigators, in-house specialists who can help them access community agencies, programs, and resources quickly and efficiently. Community Navigators are bachelor’s and master’s degree students from ASU’s Department of Social Work and are available to help county residents through… View More
The library is pleased to be partnering with Catawba County Schools for its latest exhibit of student work, which responds to the impact of COVID-19 and the necessity of being homebound during the pandemic. Through the Window provides inspiration and perspective to these students' experiences, however they choose to interpret them: looking through, looking in, or even seeing their own… View More
One of 2020’s most memorable experiences may end up being the Zoom meeting. Almost overnight, this little-known technology gained a fan following as it was tapped to bring people together virtually while they were social distancing. Zoom became a household word. If you were still in the work-world in 2020, you probably figured out Zoom by necessity. If not, the platform may seem a little mysterious. Don’t worry, though… View More
Do you wish you knew more about how to handle money and build a good credit rating? These practical skills can be hard to come by in today’s world, even though they’re essential to making large purchases and getting yourself on a sound financial footing. If you’d like to learn more, the library is offering a free workshop focused on smart strategies for saving, spending, and prioritizing. It takes place at 5:30 pm on… View More
LIBRARY PROGRAMS 828.465.8665 Contribute to Our Seed Library Ongoing We're building a seed library, where the community can exchange seeds for free! We'll accept viable seeds at all locations during their standard business hours, and heirlooms are especially welcome. Please package and label any donations you drop off. Seeds may also be borrowed from the… View More
As the state’s vaccine rollout plan opens up to everyone over age 16 on April 7, Catawba County Public Health, Catawba Valley Health System and Frye Regional Medical Center will continue to provide a joint vaccination appointment request process through www.CatawbaVaccine.org. Due to limited vaccine supply and high demand for vaccination appointments, individuals who request appointments through… View More
On a daily basis, the Catawba County Library invites people to connect, explore, and grow while it provides empowering resources and expert help to answer questions about technology, health, job searching, career skills, and more. This open invitation for support and guidance has been the library’s call since 1936. It also underlines the theme of this year’s National Library Week – ‘Welcome to Your Library’ – which is… View More
As part of National Library Week (April 4-10), the Catawba County Library is participating in Library Giving Day. The one-day event, observed on Wednesday, April 7, invites people to make a donation of any amount to the Library Endowment, a permanent fund that ensures high-quality library services and resources will continue to empower lives and build community for future generations, especially during… View More
Research increasingly indicates that the foods we eat have a major influence on our health and well-being. Fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and good fats are touted for their positive effects and natural benefits. But do we know all we need to know about how they protect and sustain us? To learn more about the details, join us for a virtual presentation on Zoom with certified personal trainer Dr. George Place. He’ll help us… View More
Are you a fan of mysteries? Do you love making your way through carefully orchestrated plots, picking up hints and clues along the way, trying to identify culprits and killers before they’re revealed? If mysteries are your genre of choice, make plans to join the Mystery Mavens Book Club for their next discussion. It takes place at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, April 7 via Zoom and will let everyone weigh in on the success… View More
Glitter, rainbows, and magic! This fun, hands-on project for children will give them a chance to exercise their imaginations as they make a colorful and useful craft. National Unicorn Day is April 9, and we’ll be celebrating by making origami bookmarks that promote reading while they also bring delight to young patrons. If you’d like for your child to participate, please register at… View More
LIBRARY PROGRAMS 828.465.8665 Contribute to Our Seed Library Ongoing We're building a seed library, where the community can exchange seeds for free! We'll accept viable seeds at all locations during their standard business hours, and heirlooms are especially welcome. Please package and label any donations you drop off. Seeds may also be borrowed from the… View More