We've got storytimes! Ready to Learn Storytime: Preschool Preschool story time with reading readiness. Join us for songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Wednesdays at 10 am Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library St. Stephens Branch Library Main Library in Newton Wednesdays at 11 am Southwest… View More
December 2022
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Annual County and Municipalities Meeting to Discuss Opioid Settlement Funds Catawba County will host a public meeting with all municipalities to discuss opioid settlement funds on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at 1:00 pm in the Newton Fire Station 1 Training Room, 119 S. Brady Avenue, Newton, North Carolina. The purpose of this meeting is to receive input from municipalities on the potential uses of opioid settlement funds and to… View More
To kick off the new year, the Catawba County Park System will host First Day Hikes on January 1, 2023 at Bakers Mountain Park in Hickory, Mountain Creek Park in Sherrills Ford, and Riverbend Park in Conover. The hikes begin at 10:00 a.m. and will be led by Catawba County park rangers. There is no fee to participate, and advance registration is not required. Details about the events can be found on Catawba County Parks’ Facebook page… View More
Brr! Really cold temperatures are ahead and taking care of your family, pets and yourself will be critical as temperatures dip into the teens with even colder wind chill this weekend. Let's be careful out there! When you are outside, frostbite and hypothermia are possible so you need to protect yourself Wear… View More
Catawba County has received two financial awards from Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), which were recognized during the Catawba County Board of Commissioners’ December 19 meeting. Catawba County received the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 41st consecutive year. The award, which was presented to the Catawba County Finance Office, recognizes the County’s annual… View More
Wondering what you'll do with your Christmas tree and other natural decorations after the holiday season is over? Catawba County's Landfill staff, in cooperation with Republic Services, has an answer for you. Christmas trees and other natural decorations will be accepted curbside and at all five Solid Waste Convenience Centers located around Catawba County from December 26, 2022 through January 21, 2023. Please remove all ornaments, bases, or… View More
The holidays are a great time to gather with family and friends to celebrate and build happy memories together, but a fire or serious injury can ruin those special moments. Follow these tips to help prevent tragedies: Prevent Fires Keep your Christmas Tree watered. Check it daily and don’t let it dry out. Discard your tree if it dries out.… View More
We've got storytimes! Ready to Learn Storytime: Tiny to Two Mondays at 10 am Main Library in Newton This sweet, simple, 20-minute story time features rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing for our youngest learners. Playtime follows. Ready to Learn Storytime: Preschool Preschool story time with reading readiness. Join us for songs,… View More
Catawba County Government offices and facilities will be closed in observance of the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s holidays as follows: Catawba County Government offices will be closed from Thursday, December 22 through Monday, December 26 and will reopen Tuesday, December 27. County offices will also be closed Monday, January 2. The Catawba County Park System (Bakers Mountain, Mountain Creek, Riverbend and St. Stephens)… View More
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We've got storytimes! Ready to Learn Storytime: Tiny to Two Mondays at 10 am Main Library in Newton This sweet, simple, 20-minute story time features rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing for our youngest learners. Playtime follows. Ready to Learn Storytime: Preschool Preschool story time with reading readiness. Join us for songs,… View More
What would a shelter dog love almost as much as finding his forever home? Playing with other dogs, of course! To help make both happen, the Catawba County Animal Shelter and the Catawba County Park System have partnered to create Pup ‘n Play. Starting December 6,… View More
Winter storms pose a unique risk that can affect very large areas and can last for days or weeks even. Ice on trees or power lines can lead to long-term outages. Icy roadways can increase risk for vehicle collisions. People may suffer cold related medical emergencies, such as, frostbite and hypothermia. Improper use of supplemental heating equipment or generators can result in carbon monoxide poisoning. Here are some easy steps that… View More