September 2024

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Senior Morning Out Activities October 2024

HICKORY –Participants will enjoy a variety of activities in October including musical performances, crafting classes, cooking demonstrations and Animal Encounters with the Catawba Science Center that are supported by Arts Culture Catawba through the North Carolina Arts Council, with funding from the state of North Carolina. Any resident of Catawba County who is 60 or older is invited to join Seniors Morning Out, which is held Monday… View More

This Week @ Your Library September 27-October 4

  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… View More

Post-Hurricane Helene Info

Daily Updates from FEMA March 6, 2025 News December 17th: Impact of DSS Agencies and Staff October 5th Update (Governor's Office):… View More

Catawba County Declares State of Emergency, Closes County Parks

Catawba County Board of Commissioners Chair Randy Isenhower has declared a State of Emergency in Catawba County effective at 10:00 a.m. today due to Hurricane Helene, a powerful storm system expected to cause flooding, power outages, road closures and hazardous conditions in Catawba County.   The declaration enables Catawba County Emergency Services to implement coordinated response and recovery efforts in all affected… View More

Seeking Input: Hazard Mitigation Plan

As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the safety and resilience of our community, we are in the process of updating our Hazard Mitigation Plan. This plan is crucial for identifying and addressing potential hazards that could impact our area, and your input is invaluable to us. We invite you to review the draft Hazard Mitigation Plan and provide… View More

This Week @ Your Library September 20-27

  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… View More

This Week @ Your Library September 13-20

  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… View More

Catawba County 101

MAKING. LIVING. BETTER: Catawba Soil & Water Conservation District What is its mission/purpose? The Catawba Soil & Water Conservation District mission is to protect/improve soil and water quality on our agricultural lands. Increase educational awareness of the importance of protecting our soil and water quality.  How do you achieve your mission – what services are… View More

Catawba County 101

MAKING. LIVING. BETTER: Cooperative Extension What is its mission/purpose? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. The vision of Extension is to be a trusted, go-to resource for connecting research and education to the communities, economies and families of our… View More

This Week @ Your Library September 6-13

  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… View More

September Reads 2024

Click on any of the titles below to put a copy on hold for yourself!  Patron Picks - Books The Chalk Man by C.J.… View More

Start a Conversation About Preparedness

Start a Conversation About Preparedness Talking about bad things that could happen like a disaster or emergency isn’t always easy. We may think we’re protecting the people we love by avoiding these conversations, but it is important to start taking steps to get ready and stay safe. Being prepared for disasters starts at home. Include the whole family in the process. By taking simple steps, you can prepare… View More

Back to School with Your Library

Summer is coming to an end and students of all ages are returning to school. Whether you are learning how to read and write, starting your senior year of high school, or need a refresher on how to use NCLive for college papers, Catawba County Library is here to support all of your back to school needs. The library offers a multitude of learning resources for virtual and in-person learning. The library has study rooms equipped for… View More