Catawba County Emergency Management is sometimes contacted by residents concerned that their cell phone didn’t “alert” when a severe thunderstorm passed through the area. The simple answer is that the only weather related activations of the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system are for tornados and flash floods. However, that will change in the near… View More
July 2021
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To wrap up its ‘Tails & Tales in the Garden’ series, the Catawba County Library is inviting you on a field trip! Throughout the summer, the popular events have taken place in the community garden at the Main Library in Newton. For this final get-together, the community is encouraged to gather at Catawba Farms (1670 Southwest Blvd, Newton) for the evening. The program takes… View More
If you’re participating in the Catawba County Library’s Summer Learning program – and you’ve met the reading challenge goals – you can claim a big reward for your efforts! Kid and teen readers who have logged at least 300 minutes can come to any branch to get a voucher for the Hickory Crawdads match-up against the Greenville Drive at 7 pm on Wednesday, July 28. The game is free with your voucher, but… View More
Do you wonder what stuffed animals do when you’re not around? We’ll give you a chance to find out when the library hosts a slumber party for your fuzzy friends! If you’d like to give your stuffed animal a summertime adventure, drop it off at the Conover Branch during business hours on Tuesday, July 27 (noon-8 pm), Wednesday, July 28 (9 am-6 pm), or Thursday,… View More
Let’s get moving! As a complement to its virtual learning programs this summer, the Catawba County Library has been offering a series of movement classes with Stretch-n-Grow of the Foothills. The certified instructors encourage kids to find the fun in fitness and set up good habits from an early age. The final session is scheduled for Wednesday, July 28 at 10 am.… View More
Have you seen the Little Free Libraries around Catawba County? These brightly decorated, freestanding units are filled with books for children and adults, and the materials are free for anyone interested. The boxes operate using a “take a book, return a book” philosophy, and they play an essential role in learning by providing 24/7 access to books. They also encourage a love of reading! Happily, another Little Free Library… View More
LIBRARY PROGRAMS 828.465.8665 Seed Library: Donate & Borrow Ongoing We're building a seed library, where the community can exchange seeds for free! We now 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… View More
Title: School Resource Officer/Deputy Sheriff Department: Sheriff’s Office How long have you worked with the county? I have worked for the Sheriff’s Office for 8 ½ years What does your job involve? Please describe what you do. My job involves working with the kids of Catawba County. I am primarily over the Bunker Hill… View More
What do you get when you mix the downhome fun of Hee Haw and Green Acres with the comedy of The Carol Burnett Show and the feel-good lessons of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood? According to actor, magician, and entertainer Caleb Sigmon, it’s the recipe for his new, laugh-out-loud musical comedy called Mr. Chicken’s Barnyard Revue. You can enjoy the all-ages show for free as part of the… View More
If your dog has dietary issues or could benefit from losing a few pounds, learn how you can support its well-being by making homemade treats. The Catawba County Library is offering a fun workshop with helpful tips and easy-to-prepare recipes at 4 pm on Tuesday, July 20. To participate, register at tinyurl.com/ccls-WaggingTails or call 828-465-8664. A limited number… View More
If you’re trying to deal with legal situations and find that time – or money – is tight, take advantage of online access to Gale LegalForms. This resource is free to library cardholders and is a terrific option for tackling legal paperwork on your own. Gale provides you with electronic forms you can customize with your own details, and they’re state-specific, so you know you’ll have the information that makes sense for where… View More
If you’re a musician and would like to refine your craft and get feedback from like-minded folks, make sure to attend the next Catawba Songwriters gathering. Back from pandemic hiatus, the in-person session is designed for adults and teens to showcase their talents and to learn from each other. Offering a constructive environment for camaraderie and support, the meet-up is also intended to be a working opportunity, so bring a… View More
Parties thrown by local municipalities are lighting up the summer in Catawba County! The City of Claremont is hosting the next one, so come out for all the festivities from 4-9:30 pm on Saturday, July 17. All the action takes place at Claremont City Park (3430 E Main St). The Library to Go will be set up for the event too, showcasing books, highlighting upcoming programs, sharing information about Summer… View More
LIBRARY PROGRAMS 828.465.8665 Seed Library: Donate & Borrow Ongoing We're building a seed library, where the community can exchange seeds for free! We now 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… View More
The Catawba County Tax Office is scheduled to mail more than 98,000 property tax notices July 16, 2021. Taxes will be due September 1, 2021, and delinquent after January 5, 2022. Payment arrangements may be made prior to September 1, 2021. Delinquent taxes will be subject to a 2% interest penalty beginning January 6, 2022 and 3/4 of 1% penalty for each following month. Notices will be mailed with a courtesy return envelope for… View More
The Catawba County Animal Shelter, located at 201 Government Services Drive in Newton, will be temporarily closed to the public July 13-16, 2021 for reflooring. The shelter will reopen to the public Saturday, July 17 at 11:00 a.m. Shelter staff will not be answering phones during this time but can be reached via email at animalservices@catawbacountync.gov or through the… View More
HICKORY – COVID-19 disrupted many aspects of normal life, including routine well-child visits for many children over the last year. As a result, some children have fallen behind on receiving recommended vaccines and vaccines required for school, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. We all want our kids to be back in school safely, and that means getting caught up on vaccines that were missed over the last… View More
When the Catawba County Library launched its first ‘Tails & Tales in the Garden’ event in early June, a crowd of more than 125 people streamed in for the return to in-person programming. On Thursday, July 15, at 6:30 pm, the library will host the third event in the popular four-part series. It takes place in the community garden at the Main Library in Newton (115 West C Street) and promises to immerse… View More
Do you like showing off your artistic side with DIY projects? If you enjoy expressing yourself creatively, you’ll love the Catawba County Library’s upcoming programs – one for teens and one for adults. On Thursday, July 15 at 2 pm, 12- to 18-year-olds are invited to Sew a Sloth. The youth program will teach you basic sewing skills using the library’s sewing machines, and at the end of the session, you’ll… View More
Let’s get moving! To complement its virtual learning programs this summer, the Catawba County Library is offering a series of movement classes with Stretch-n-Grow of the Foothills. The certified instructors will encourage kids to find the fun in fitness and set up good habits from an early age. The sessions are scheduled for Wednesdays at 10 am, July 14 & 28. Register… View More
Do you know of a child who could benefit from one-on-one help as he sounds out unfamiliar words or as she finds the rhythm of a sentence and makes her way through a paragraph? This summer, the Catawba County Library is connecting elementary-age kids with Reading Buddies who will listen to them and offer a patient, guiding presence as they gain confidence and experience. For both practice and support in reading, the student volunteer… View More
The Library to Go has been making its way around Catawba County this summer, visiting festivals, farmers markets, and lots of great community events. Its next appearance takes place Saturday evening, July 10, from 3-9 pm at the Town of Catawba’s first cruise-in of 2021. The mobile library branch will be set up in Downtown Catawba, showcasing books, highlighting upcoming… View More
LIBRARY PROGRAMS 828.465.8665 Seed Library: Donate & Borrow Ongoing We're building a seed library, where the community can exchange seeds for free! We now 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… View More
Did you know that the library is as close as your smartphone or tablet? These days, many of the library’s resources are available anywhere you have an Internet connection, and accessing them is an easy process. To help you make the most of online books, movies, learning tools, and information databases, the Catawba County Library is offering a selection of virtual classes via Zoom. Each one provides an overview of the app or… View More
On Wednesdays at noon, the Catawba County Library is partnering with Dr. George Place, certified tai chi instructor and director of the Catawba County Cooperative Extension, to introduce residents to the practice of tai chi in weekly virtual sessions. To participate, visit… View More
The idea of a resumé seems simple enough, but once you sit down to create one, the process can be overwhelming. Did you remember your whole work history? How do you highlight specific skills for specific employers? What’s the best way to organize all of that information? If you’d like expert assistance as you create your resumé – or update an old one – count on the people from NCWorks. Focused on workforce development, they… View More
Even without social distancing, there’s something incredibly appealing about an outdoor movie. Maybe it harkens back to drive-in theaters, or maybe it’s just about the satisfaction of spending time outside. The City of Claremont is tapping into this seasonal pleasure with its next edition of Movies in the Park. On Thursday, July 8 at 7 pm, the city is inviting the community to come together at Claremont… View More
As summer hits its stride, Catawba County Library staff will be celebrating the nation’s birthday this weekend along with the rest of the country. Since July 4th falls on a Sunday this year, all library branches will be closed on Monday, July 5 in observance of the holiday. We’ll reopen according to our standard hours on Tuesday, July 6, and remember: Our online resources like Libby and Hoopla are available around… View More
LIBRARY PROGRAMS 828.465.8665 Seed Library: Donate & Borrow Ongoing We're building a seed library, where the community can exchange seeds for free! We now 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… View More