Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library April 19-26
Published: April 18, 2024
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 Library
Thursdays at 10 am
Maiden Branch Library
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Southwest Branch Library
St. Stephens Branch Library
Fridays at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
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: Bilingual
Miercoles a la 10 am
Wednesdays at 10 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Únase a nosotros para hora del cuento bilingüe, canciones, movimiento, aprendizaje y más para preescolares.
Join us for bilingual storytime featuring stories, songs, movement, learning and more for preschoolers.
Programs for children!
Perler Bead Club
Friday, April 19 at 4 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Make designs using small beads that are fused together with heat. Materials provided.
Taylor Swift Album Release Party
Monday, April 22 from 5 - 7 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Swifties young and old are invited to celebrate the release of Taylor Swift’s newest album, The Tortured Poets Department! Fun for the whole family with trivia, karaoke, crafts, and more!
Do Re Me and You Dance Party
Friday, April 26 at 10 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for 30 minutes of music and movement! For children 5 and under.
Programs for teens!
Nintendo Switch Night
Tuesday, April 23 at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
Test your Mario Kart and Smash Bros skills. Bring a friend!
Programs for adults!
Zumba Mondays!
Mondays at 6 pm
Main Library in 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).
Purl and Chain: Knit and Crochet Club
Tuesdays at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Make new friends and enjoy the company of others while you knit and crochet. Bring your own materials.
Mindful Movement
Fridays at 3 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Combining stretching with meditation may benefit both your emotional well-being and your overall health. You can do these exercises while sitting in a chair or bring a mat/towel for floor routines. While this class is geared to 50+, adults of all ages are invited to join.
Creative Outlet - Stencil Art Studio
Friday, April 19 at 3 pm
Main Library in Newton
To satisfy that creative urge to play and create, we’ll be using rice paper, half-stencils, and watercolor gel crayons to create interesting designs in pleasing colors. To register, please visit the library or call 828-465-8665.
First-Time Homebuyer Workshop
Saturday, April 20 at 10:30 am
Main Library in Newton
For many of us, buying a home represents a major life goal and possibly the biggest investment we’ll ever make. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to become a homeowner, or just feel bewildered by current market conditions, join local realtor Terrence Tipps to learn how to prepare for your first home purchase.
Got Resume Builder
Monday, April 22 at 1 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Learn how to craft a resume with Got Resume Builder. This free online tool is designed to assist you in both content creation and formatting, enabling you to create a polished and professional resume.
Tech Coffee Chat
Wednesday, April 24 at 11 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Whether you need assistance setting up your new device, troubleshooting issues, or learning how to use specific apps, we are here to help. Bring your gadgets and questions, and let's tackle them together. No appointment necessary – just drop by and get the tech help you need and have a cup of coffee too!
Chair Yoga
Wednesday, April 24 at 11:30 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.
Catawba County Friends of the Library Book Store
Thursday, April 25 from 12 noon - 3 pm
Main Library in Newton
Build your own personal library and help support library programs at the same time by shopping the FOL Book Store! Friends of the Library membership forms and information will also be available for anyone interested in joining.
