Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library April 4-11
Published: April 03, 2025
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
Fridays at 10 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
This sweet, simple, 20-minute story time features rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing for our youngest learners. Playtime follows.
Sensory-Friendly: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays at 11 am
Main Library in Newton
Join us for a fun, sensory-friendly storytime for neurodivergent children and their siblings! Enjoy songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed for a small group of 10, creating a calm, welcoming space. Afterward, stay for free play to encourage socialization & motor skills. To register, please visit the library or call 828-465-8665.
Programs for children, ages 0-5!
Paws to Read
Tuesday, April 8 by appointment
St. Stephens Branch Library
Encourage your young reader by reading with a certified therapy dog. To schedule an appointment, please call 828-466-6821.
Programs for children, ages 6-11!
The Green Room Community Theatre presents: The Tree in Me by Alice Gomez
Saturday, April 5 at 11 am
Conover Branch Library
Experience a captivating original production, showcasing talented young performers in grades 2-12, that can only be seen during the Library Tour Adventure.
Homeschool STEAM - Spilled Ink Poetry
Tuesday, April 8 at 1 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Tap into your creativity this National Poetry Month for an afternoon featuring blackout poetry, writing prompts, an open mic, and more!
Tech Take Apart
Tuesday, April 8 at 4 pm
Main Library in Newton
Do you enjoy taking things apart and trying to figure out how they work? You’ll like this hands-on experience where you have permission to dismantle things without worrying about breaking them.
Outdoor Adventure
Tuesday, April 8 at 6 pm
Conover Branch Library
Be a scientist for a day with Western Piedmont Council of Governments as we celebrate Earth Month!
Lego Club
Wednesday, April 9 at 10 am
Maiden Branch Library
Build, make and play as we explore our creativity through Legos. Enjoy this month's lego
challenge, creating a marble maze, along with free play!
Programs for adults!
Zumba Mondays!
Mondays at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Shake off the dust for the new year 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
Tuesdays at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Make new friends and enjoy the company of others while you knit and crochet. This month we are focusing on different methods of casting. Don’t miss out on the fun—grab your needles and join us!
Gentle Flow Yoga
Fridays 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.
Mindful Movement
Fridays at 3 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Low impact exercise and gentle stretching for all ages.
Qi Gong
Saturday, April 5 at 9:30 am
Main Library in Newton
Involving gentle movements, controlled breath patterns, and focused attention, Qi Gong can be practiced seated or otherwise – a great practice for those new to movement.
Word Weavers Writing Workshop
Saturday, April 5 at 10 am
Southwest Branch Library
Hickory/Newton Word Weavers cordially invites you to participate in their upcoming writing workshop, featuring insights from inspirational writers. For further details and to make a reservation, please contact Norma Poore at (828) 578-0380 or via email at hickorynewtonwordweavers@gmail.com
Mystery Mavens Book Club
Tuesday, April 8 at 6:30
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Join us for a lively discussion on All The Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. All are welcome!
Chair Yoga
Wednesday, April 9 at 11:30 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
A certified yoga instructor will lead us through a beginner-friendly, gentle flow chair yoga class. Chair yoga allows you to perform yoga poses while seated or using a chair for balance.
Thursday Theater Matinee: Nickel Boys
Thursday, April 10 at 3 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Join us for a special National Library Week celebration! We’ll be screening Nickel Boys, the compelling film based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Colson Whitehead. Don’t miss this powerful book-to-film feature that brings the story to life. Bring your friends, enjoy the movie, and celebrate the joy of reading and libraries! Popcorn and drinks will be provided!
