Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library December 13-20
Published: December 11, 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.
Programs for children, ages 0-5!
Santa Visit
Tuesday, December 17 at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Join us for a bilingual holiday story, crafts and a special visit with the big man himself! Fun for the whole family. Holiday pjs encouraged.
Programs for children, ages 6-11!
Festive Film Friday – Noelle
Friday, December 13 at 3 pm
Maiden Branch Library
What better way to gear up for the holidays than with a great festive movie? Join us to watch Noelle while we make a craft and sip hot cocoa. Fun for the whole family! Rated G.
Make a Holiday Card
Saturday, December 14 from 10 am-1 pm
Conover Branch Library
Make a holiday card with us using natural elements from our friends at Catawba County Parks. Fun for the whole family!
STEAM: Frozen Fortress
Wednesday, December 18 at 4 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Design a defensive fortress to withstand a “snowball” attack.
Programs for teens!
Needle Felt & Film: Home Alone
Tuesday, December 17 at 5 pm
Maiden Branch Library
Instead of staying home alone, come hang out at the library for the afternoon and watch Home Alone! We will be needle-felting Buzz's pet tarantula, eating Kevin's mac n' cheese, and sipping on hot cocoa. All supplies and finger protectors will be provided. To register, please call 828-428-2712 or visit the library. Rated - PG.
Macrame Gnomes
Tuesday, December 17 at 6 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Celebrate winter with us by creating your very own Macrame gnome.
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.
Gentle Flow Yoga
Fridays at 11 am
November 22 at 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.
Squeaky Wheel Writing Group
Friday, December 13 at 3 pm
Main Library in Newton
Whether you’ve just recently discovered a passion for writing, or you’re a veteran with published titles under your belt, all writers are welcome to attend. We will focus on encouraging each other, sharing tips and resources, and creating accountability goals for ourselves.
Holiday Cookie Decorating Contest
Saturday, December 14 at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
We’ve got the cookies and the goodies! You’ve got the creative inspiration to make them Festive! Decorated cookies will be judged in one of four age divisions: 2-5; 6-11; 12-17; and 18+ during the Holiday Book & Cookie Fair that follows. To register for a Cookie Kit, please call 828-465-8665.
Holiday Book & Cookie Fair/Local Arts & Authors Celebration
Saturday, December 14 from 11 am to 2 pm
Main Library in Newton
Come out to meet our slate of local authors! Delight in storytimes, author talks and readings! Browse the pottery creations from Connections Clubhouse. Come enjoy a cup of hot cocoa as we enjoy choral performances by area Girl Scout Troop #10356, Centro Latino Ninos, and the Prime Time Choral Singers. Winners of the Cookie Decorating Contest will be announced at the conclusion of the event.
Cutting the Cord
Monday, December 16 at 2 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Learn about various streaming options and how streaming can be a more budget-friendly option to watch your favorite shows. Learn about available services and devices to help you navigate the resources that will suit you best.
DIY Barn Quilt
Monday, December 16 at 6 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Explore the art and history of American Barn Quilts as we create our very own barn quilt. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Mountain View Book Club
Monday, December 16 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Dive into the intriguing world of Kristin Hannah’s Comfort and Joy with our Mountain View Book Club!
Embroidery Christmas Cards
Tuesday, December 17 at 6 pm
Conover Branch Library
Get ready for the holidays by creating your own embroidery Christmas cards with us! Different patterns will be provided as well as cards and envelopes.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday, December 18 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.
Career Center
Wednesday, December 18 from 1 - 4 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
A Goodwill career specialist will be available to provide one-on-one assistance with your job-related needs. Want to get your resume on Indeed or LinkedIn? This is your perfect opportunity! Reserve a 30-minute appointment by calling your preferred library or drop in as you are able.
Creative Outlet: Garlands & Gift Embellishments
Wednesday, December 18 at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Join us to explore the many types of arts and crafts using card or paper as a primary medium – from journaling, drawing, coloring, stenciling, painting, folding, decoupage, scrapbooking, card making as well as paper crafts practiced by cultures across the world. Many supplies provided – feel free to bring projects you’re working on as well. This month’s project: Gift Embellishments.
ACOTAR Paint Night
Thursday, December 19 at 4:30 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Join us for a magical ACOTAR Paint Night, inspired by the enchanting world of Sarah J. Maas's "A Court of Thorns and Roses" series! To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Piece of Cake Book Club
Thursday, December 19 at 5 pm
Carpe Crustum in Downtown Newton
Selecting a diverse range of works and authors, join us to talk about December’s selection This Other Eden by Paul Harding. Get ahead with January’s selection The Sentence by Louise Erdich.
