Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library August 17-24
Published: August 15, 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
This sweet, simple, 20-minute story time features rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing for our youngest learners. Playtime follows.
Mondays at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Fridays at 10 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Sensory-Friendly: Ready to Learn Storytime
Tuesdays at 10 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!
Pre-K STEAM
Wednesday, August 20 at 1 pm
Claremont Branch Library
Children and their grownups are invited to explore interactive play stations to build confidence in learning.
Kindergarten, Here We Come!
Thursday, August 21 at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Calling all rising kindergartners & their caregivers: Join us for a special storytime tailored just for you! We'll read stories, practice readiness skills (like mastering those lunch trays), and provide caregivers with a sweet treat bag to help you through that first day.
Programs for children, ages 6-11!
Lego Club
Wednesday, August 20 at 10 am
Maiden Branch Library
Build, make and play as we explore our creativity through Lego. We will have free play and our monthly Lego challenge will be creating mysterious kronkiwongi.
Programs for teens, ages 12-18!
Teen Kandi Cuffs
Wednesday, August 20 at 3 pm
Main Library in Newton
Learn how to make your very own hand-beaded kandi bracelets, to keep for yourself or share with friends!
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).
Smartphone Basics for Seniors
Fridays at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Need help updating your phone's software, downloading apps, or adding events to your calendar? Join us each Friday in August as we cover a basic topic and have time for a short Q&A afterwards.
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.
Shelf-Care Book Club
Monday, August 18 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Treat yourself to the best kind of self-care: a good book! Join us for a discussion of the book The Love Haters by Katherine Center. New readers are always welcome!
Smartphone Basics for Seniors
Monday, August 18 at 1 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Join us to get more out of your phone as we learn the basics, how to install updates, & explore different settings.
Mountain View Book Club
Monday, August 18 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Join our book discussion on We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes. All are welcome.
Bad Art Night: Bob Ross Edition
Tuesday, August 19 at 5:30 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Let us embrace our creativity while accepting our imperfections the Bob Ross way.
DIY Keychains
Tuesday, August 19 at 6 pm
Conover Branch Library
Create a beaded keychain that fits your style: cute, colorful, minimal, or bold. We’ve got the supplies, you bring the vibe!
Chair Yoga
Wednesday, August 20 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.
Newton Book Club
Thursday, August 21 at 5 pm
Carpe Crustum in Downtown Newton
Join us to talk about August’s selection, Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty. Get ahead with September’s pick, Becoming Madame Secretary by Stephanie Dray.
Krazy for K-Drama
Thursday, August 21 at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Do you love K-dramas?! Fans of romantic comedy, melodrama, fantasy and historical Korean TV shows will meet to share and discuss our favorite titles and actors. K-inspired snacks provided.
The Wild World of Wycinanki Bookmarks
Thursday, August 21 at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Learn the traditional Polish paper craft of Wycinanki (pronounced vee-chee-non-kee) by creating your own bookmarks with colorful cut paper. To register, please call 828-465-8665.
Garden Volunteer Days
Saturday, August 23 from 9 - 11 am
Main Library in Newton
We're seeking enthusiastic volunteers to assist with tasks such as weeding, mulching, and planting in the community garden. Whether you're a gardening expert or just starting out, all ages and experience levels are welcome.
Visit with the Library to Go - out in the community!
Public Health Farmers Market
Thursday, August 21 from 10 am - 1 pm
3070 11th Ave. Dr. SE, Hickory
The Library to Go will be visiting the farmers market with books for all ages and activities for little ones.
