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 Branch… View More
June 2023
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Catawba County government offices and facilities will observe the Tuesday, July 4 Independence Day holiday as follows: Catawba County Government offices will be closed and will reopen at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 5. The Catawba County Park System (Bakers Mountain, Mountain Creek, Riverbend and St. Stephens) will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. All Catawba County Library System branches (Newton, Claremont, Conover,… View More
HICKORY –Participants will enjoy a variety of activities in July including a theatrical performance and cooking demonstrations. Any resident of Catawba County who is 60 or older is invited to join Seniors Morning Out, which is held Monday through Thursday mornings at five convenient locations. A hot, balanced lunch is served each day. Programs are free to participants, who may pick and choose which days to attend. Bus transportation… View More
Catawba County Manager Mary Furtado has named Mary Morrison Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the county. Morrison is stepping into the role of CFO after serving as the County’s Interim CFO since May 2022. During that time, she oversaw the County’s FY22 audit and facilitated the County’s most recent debt issuance of $43M, recommending a debt restructuring that resulted in $3.5M savings. As CFO, Morrison will continue to… View More
Catawba County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees for cats and dogs June 30-July 1 in conjunction with the fifth National Adoption Weekend promoted by leading animal welfare organization Best Friends Animal Society. “We are excited to partner with Best Friends Animal Society for their fifth annual National Adoption Event Weekend,” said Catawba County Animal Shelter Manager Jenna… View More
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 Branch… View More
The filing period for candidates seeking a town or city municipal office seat in the November 7, 2023 elections in all eight of Catawba County’s municipalities begins at noon on Friday, July 7, 2023. Filing ends noon on Friday, July 21, 2023. Seats available for the municipalities are as follows: Town of Brookford: Aldermen (4-year term) – two seats Town of Catawba: Mayor (4-year term), Councilmen (4 year… View More
When Thunder Roars, GO INDOORS!!! Even though June 18-24, 2023 is National Lightning Safety Awareness Week, lightning producing thunderstorms can occur year-round in Catawba County. Take a few minutes to brush up on some thunderstorm and lightning facts, so you and your family are better prepared. Lightning is a leading cause of injury and death from weather-related hazards in the U.S. Although most… View More
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 Branch… View More
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 Branch… View More
PUBLIC HEALTH SEEKING RESIDENTS’ OPINIONS ON HEALTH ISSUES HICKORY – Catawba County Public Health is asking for opinions on important health issues through the Catawba County Community Health Opinion Survey. Feedback from the survey will help determine Catawba County’s health priorities for the next four years. All Catawba County residents are invited to participate in the survey, which asks questions… View More
On June 5, the Catawba County Board of Commissioners adopted a Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget of $299,776,474 effective July 1, 2023. Commissioners set a tax rate of 39.85 cents per $100 in valuation, which is below the revenue neutral rate of 39.95 cents per $100 in valuation and a 30.7% reduction in the current rate of 57.5 cents per $100 in valuation. County Commission Chairman Randy Isenhower noted, “Coming through the… View More
Click on any of the titles below to put a copy on hold for yourself! Patron Picks - Books Family Ties by Danielle Steel The… View More
The Catawba County Library, in partnership with the Backpack Program and the Community Kitchen of The Corner Table, will provide weekly lunch-and-library sessions at 111 Herman Sipe Road in Conover, near Oak Grove Mobile Home Park. The Library to Go will offer books and resources as you enjoy a free, hot meal on-site. Everyone is welcome to attend. The series of summertime lunch-and-library sessions will be available every Wednesday… View More
In observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15, Catawba County Social Services encourages all residents to recognize and report elder abuse when it occurs. Signs may include physical injuries, poor living conditions or nutrition, unusual financial activity, unpaid bills, fraudulent signatures on financial documents, or emotional changes such as depression, isolation or anxiety. According to the Centers for Disease Control… View More
Catawba County Public Health Farmers Market Season Opens June 1 HICKORY, NC – Catawba County Public Health’s Farmers Market is returning for its 11th season on June 1, offering fresh produce from local farmers and activities for people of all ages. With ripe summer crops like tomatoes, squash and zucchini, beans, peaches and berries in season, the market’s main goal is to offer a convenient way for… View More
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 Branch… View More