Catawba County News

This Week At Your Library [Jan04-Jan11]

Published: January 02, 2020

MAIN AT NEWTON
828.465.8665
 

CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES
Tiny to Two: Ready to Learn Storytime
Mondays at 10 am (no storytime Jan. 20)
A sweet, 20-minute storytime featuring rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing. Playtime follows. Ideal for newborns to age 2, but all are welcome.

Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 am
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.

ADULTS / CAREER / TECH
Zumba
Mondays at 6 pm(no class Jan. 20)
Kick off your week with this dance/movement activity that’s too much fun to call exercise. Appropriate for every skill and ability level and open to ages 14+ (parental signature required for teens under 18).

English as a Second Language Classes
Mondays at 6:30 pm (conversation/intermediate) and Tuesdays at 5:30 pm (beginner)
Through instruction and conversation, class participants will gain confidence and skills in speaking, reading, and comprehension. Registration required.

Yoga Align
Saturdays at 10 am
This class complements the body's natural movement, using alignment poses to train for proper placement and to prevent injury. Build confidence as you gain mobility, stability, and strength. Perfect for any skill level; modifications are offered. Participants should bring a yoga mat or thick towel for floor work. Open to ages 14+ (parental signature required for teens under 18).

WorkLife Wednesday: Resumé Tune-up
Wednesday, January 8 from 10 am-2 pm
Whether you need to create a resumé from scratch or update the one you already have, book your 30-minute, individual session by calling 828.465.8665.

Tai Chi for Memory: Six-Week Course
Wednesdays, January 8-February 12 at 11 am
This medically-based program, taught in blocks of slow movements chosen specifically to promote brain health, promotes better balance, mind-body awareness, stress reduction, and improved memory recall. Suitable for all fitness levels; can be done seated in a chair or standing. Registration required.  

UnBook Club for Non-Joiners
Wednesday, January 8 at 4 pm
Read independently and share your free-spirited thoughts about what you’ve read. Come tell others about the books you’ve been reading and get reading suggestions from others. Meets the second Wednesday of each month at Blue Moon Tavern in downtown Newton. 

Online Job Applications: Don’t Get Scammed
Friday, January 10 at noon
Most employers require applicants to complete applications via the Internet, but this approach can present new challenges in the form of online job scams. Based on NC Works’ Job Search Best Practices, this 45-minute workshop will show you how to keep your information and bank account safe from job scammers. 

Community Garden Workday
Saturday, January 11 and Tuesday, January 21 from 9 am-12 noon
Join us as we mulch, weed, plant, repair, prune, build, amend, and take care of all the wonderful things that need to be done in the library's garden. Call 828.465.8665 to sign up.

Discovering Dog Breeds
Saturday, January 11 at 10 am
They say dogs are ‘man’s best friend,’ so it makes sense to learn how we can be good friends to dogs. The Greater Hickory Kennel Club will be presenting different dog breeds, along with information about which breeds are best suited to different types of families.

Southern Pens Book Club
Saturday, January 11 at 10 am
This month's read is The Alice Network by Kate Quinn. February's selection will be Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens.

Upcoming! Hearts & Minds Book Club
Thursday, March 26 at 5:30 pm
This new quarterly book club focuses on helping people be healthier physically, mentally, spiritually, and socially. Topics will include nutrition, exercise, relationships, positive habits, and community wellness. Our first quarter selection is Well: What We Need to Talk About When We Talk About Health by Sandro Galea. The short work challenges us to take a broader view of health than ever before and urges us to look at structural components of wellness that we usually ignore. Following our March 26 discussion, we’ll announce our next selection.

CONOVER
828.466.6817

CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES
Tiny to Two: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays at 10 am
A sweet, 20-minute storytime featuring rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing. Playtime follows. Ideal for newborns to age 2, but all are welcome.

Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Fridays at 10 am
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.

What’s the Buzz? All About Bees
Tuesday, January 7 at 6 pm
Have you ever wondered how bees make and harvest honey or who’s who in the bee colony? Join us for a buzz-worthy exploration with Gary Winebarger from the Catawba Valley Beekeepers Association, and discover the art of beekeeping in this earth-friendly pursuit. Recommended for families and adults. 

Meet-and-Greet with Chester the Dog
Saturday, January 11 at 11 am
Come see Chester! To introduce the Conover Branch Library's new Paws to Read program, we're inviting everyone to meet Chester the red-haired golden retriever. Enjoy stories, make crafts, and more!

CLAREMONT
828.466.6817

ADULTS / CAREER / TECH
Upcoming! Books Between Friends Book Club
Tuesday, January 28 at 6 pm
Join us in January, when we'll host a BYOB (bring your own book) session and encourage attendees to speak briefly about a book they've enjoyed during the past year. The book club meets in alternating months.

MAIDEN
828.428.2712

CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES
Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Thursdays at 10 am
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.

ADULTS / CAREER / TECH
Balance Basics
Thursdays at 2 pm
This class addresses the need for stronger muscles, increased flexibility, and a solid core to reduce the risk of falls. Improve your posture and balance, and take charge of your independence!

I Got a New Device, HELP!
Wednesday, January 8 from 4-6 pm
Did you get new technology for Christmas but don’t quite know how to use it? Bring your tablet, phone, or laptop to an individual session to learn how to use the new device, along with all its features. Registration required. 

SHERRILLS FORD-TERRELL
828.466.6827

CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES
Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 am
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.

Tiny to Two: Ready to Learn Storytime
Fridays at 10 am
A sweet, 20-minute storytime featuring rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing. Playtime follows. Ideal for newborns to age 2, but all are welcome.

ADULTS / CAREER / TECH

Fitness Focus: Balance and Posture
Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, and 28 at 2 pm
Focus on fun and fitness in the new year to improve your posture and balance! Join Kari Reese from Fitness Plus to help address the need for stronger muscles, increased flexibility, and a solid core. All fitness levels are welcome, and chair modifications will be offered. 

Mystery Mavens Book Club
Tuesday, January 7 at 6:30 pm
Join us for a lively discussion of Sworn to Silence by Linda Castillo. February’s discussion will focus on Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson. 

What’s the Buzz? All About Bees
Saturday, January 11 at 1 pm
Have you ever wondered how bees make and harvest honey or who’s who in the bee colony? Join us for a buzz-worthy exploration with the Catawba Valley Beekeepers Association, and discover the art of beekeeping in this earth-friendly pursuit. Recommended for families and adults.

SOUTHWEST
828.466.6818

CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES

Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays at 10 am and Thursdays at 11 am
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome. 

STEAM: Construction Zone
Fridays from 4-5 pm
Elementary-aged children are encouraged to enjoy a fun time exploring our engineering and building sets, sponsored by the Local Government Federal Credit Union. 

Celebrating Heroes: The Tuskegee Airmen
Tuesday, January 7 at 5:30 pm
The Tuskegee Airmen were a famous group of African-American pilots during World War II. They were legendary not only for their service record but also for their perseverance amid racial discrimination. School-aged children are invited to learn more about the famous aviators and their stories of struggle and triumph. Kids will also explore the simplicity and the complexities of flying a paper airplane.

ADULTS / CAREER / TECH

Computer Class: Basic Email for Career Development 
Wednesday, January 8 at 3:30 pm
Join us for a basic introduction to creating an email. If you're looking for a new job, chances are you'll need an email account. If you don’t have one or if you need help with the one you have, this class is for you! 

ST. STEPHENS

828.466.6821

CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES

Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays & Thursdays at 10 am; Tuesday evenings at 6 pm
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.

ADULTS / CAREER / TECH

English as a Second Language Classes
Saturdays, January 4, 11, 18, and 25 at 9 am 
Through instruction and conversation, participants will gain confidence and skills in speaking, reading and comprehension. For details, call the library at 828.466.6821 or Centro Latino at 828.330.0477. 

Email: Sign Up for an Account
Wednesday, January 8 at 10 am 
Have you been wanting to set up a new email account so you can apply for jobs, receive business or personal emails, or scan and send documents to yourself digitally? Join us to learn how to do it. We'll get you started! 

New Year, New Start
Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 4 pm 
Exercise is a vital part of a full and healthy life. Kick off the new year by following along as we exercise to the DVD Leslie Sansone: Just Walk! We'll get our heart rate up by walking to song hits and radio remixes together.

Adult Coloring Club: Winter Wonderland 
Saturday, January 11 at 2 pm
Color your stress away! We'll provide the coloring sheets, markers, and crayons – you bring the creativity! 

SYSTEMWIDE

Census 2020
The framers of the US Constitution chose population as the basis for sharing political power, not wealth and not land. Getting an accurate count of the county's population affects our taxes, congressional representation, and funding for hospitals, schools, and roads. Interested in taking a more active role? Visit www.2020census.gov/jobs to find out about part-time or full time temporary positions in our area.

Upcoming! Digital Book Club
Thursday, March 19 at noon
Our digital book club, customized for folks who read with the Overdrive and/or Hoopla apps, 'meets' at Club Goodreads [https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/883104-digital-book-club]. Our first quarter pick for 2020 is In the Country of Women: A Memoir by Susan Straight. We’ll have a closing discussion online on March 19 and announce our next quarterly selection at that time.