Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library April 1-8
Published: April 01, 2022
National Library Week
- Saturday, April 2: Kick off the week with an author visit with Jaki Shelton Green, North Carolina Poet Laureate, followed by her writing workshop for adults.
- Tuesday, April 5: National Library Workers Day.
- Wednesday, April 6: Library Giving Day and a special, family-friendly performance by the Kontras Quartet as part of the Western Piedmont Symphony’s Chamber Series.
- Thursday, April 7: Take Action for Libraries Day and Friends of the Library Book Sale opens to the public.
We've got storytimes!
Mo Willems Storytime & Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 2 at 10 am
Conover Branch Library
Join us for a short, but fun-filled outdoor storytime featuring Mo Willems’ books! We’ll have an egg hunt immediately following. This program is ideal for kids 2-5 years old, but all are welcome.
Kontras Quartet
Wednesday, April 6 at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Join us for a family-friendly performance from the Kontras Quartet, inspired by Mo Willem’s book, Because. This community event is part of the Western Piedmont Symphony's Chamber Series.
Library to Go at the Town of Catawba
Thursday, April 7 at 10:45 am
200 S Main St, Catawba
Visit the Library to Go to check out books, get help with technology questions from 10 am to 2 pm, and enjoy a family storytime at 10:45!
Programs for children!
Crafternoons – Unicorn Day
Friday, April 8 at 4:30 pm
St. Stephens Library
Celebrate this magical day by making your very own unicorn or dragon felt wall hanging! To register, please visit tinyurl.com/stcrafternoons or call 828-466-6821.
Programs for teens!
TAB Meeting
Tuesday, April 4 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Meet with your fellow teens to plan programs for the youth of the St. Stephens Community.
Teen Tuesdays
Main Library in Newton
Tuesday, April 5 at 5 pm
Earth Day Inspired Craft - DIY Paper Beads
Teen STEAM: Paint Marbling Mason Jar Glasses
Tuesday, April 5 at 6 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Join us to create eye-catching marbled mason jars to be used as reusable water glasses by experimenting with acrylic paint marbling methods. Learn about color theory and simple techniques for mixing paints while also discovering different tools and useful items to create one of a kind designs. Recipes to make your own flavored water will be provided. Wear clothes that could potentially get paint on them. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Programs for adults!
Author Talk and Writing Workshop with Jaki Shelton Green
Saturday, April 2
Author Talk at 10:30 am
Writing Workshop from 12 pm - 1 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
North Carolina Poet Laureate, Jaki Shelton Green will facilitate a creativity salon focused on What We Keep Keeps Us: Exploring Our Human Museums. As we think of ourselves as our own curators or personal anthropologists, we will explore what's in our human museums and how these primary sources shape our lives, our values, and our creativity.
Workshop participants are invited to bring artifacts, photos, objects, heirlooms, or stories that hold special meaning for them. This session will include a writing exercise and discussion that examines the many narratives, memoirs, stories, poems, novels, and legacies that are hidden in full sight... just waiting to be written.
Zumba LIVE with Honey & Jossiah
Mondays, April 4 at 6 pm
Main Library at Newton
Kick off your week with a burst of Zumba, a dance and movement class that’s too much fun to call exercise. It’s appropriate for every skill and ability level and open to anyone 14+ (parental signature required for teens under 18).
Meet Libby
Tuesday, April 5 from 1 pm - 3 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
If you haven’t used the FREE Libby app yet to borrow digital titles from the library, join us in this drop-in program to learn the basics of Libby!
Resumes 101
Tuesday, April 5 at 2 pm
Online via WebEx
Learn tips to create a resume that will get you the interview in this virtual workshop from our friends at NCWorks Catawba. To register, please visit tinyurl.com/catawbajobs
Chair Yoga
Wednesdays, April 6 at 11 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
A certified yoga instructor will lead us through a class friendly for all body types and levels. This class is perfect for anyone looking for accessible ways to stretch, relax, and gain the benefits of doing yoga with the added security of using a chair. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Goodwill Career Center
Wednesdays, April 6 from 1 pm - 4 pm
Main Library at Newton
A career specialist will be available to provide one-on-one assistance with resumes, interview practice and other soft skills, online applications, and job search strategies. Reserve a 30-minute appointment by calling 828-465-8665 or drop in as you are able.
ESL Class
Wednesday, April 6 at 6 pm
Online via Zoom
Practice speaking English with us on Wednesday evenings! This is a one-hour online Zoom conversation to help students gain more confidence in speaking English. Please call 828.465.8664 to register or for more information.
Clase de inglés
Miércoles, 6 de abril de 6 pm
En línea por Zoom
¡Practique inglés con nosotros los miércoles por la tarde! Esta es una conversación de una hora, por Zoom, para estudiantes que deseen ganar más confianza al hablar inglés. Para obtener más información o para registrarse, llame al: 828-465-8664.
Gentle Flow Yoga
Thursdays, April 7 at 11 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
A certified yoga instructor will lead us through a beginner-friendly, gentle flow yoga class. You are encouraged to bring a yoga mat or towel as well as a small blanket. Class on 28th will be outside weather pending. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Visit with the Library to Go - out in the community!
Library to Go at Plaza Latina
Saturday, April 2 from 10 am – 1 pm
1901 Northwest Blvd, Newton
We’re looking forward to sharing resources and activities with families at Plaza Latina. Come out and visit with us!
Library to Go at the Town of Catawba
Thursday, April 7 from 10 am – 2 pm
200 S Main St, Catawba
Visit the Library to Go to check out books, get help with technology questions, and enjoy a family storytime at 10:45!
