Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library December 29-January 5
Published: December 22, 2023
All library locations will be closed Monday, January 1 in observance of the New Year. We hope you all enjoy this time with family and friends, and we look forward to seeing you when we resume normal hours on Tuesday, January 2.
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: 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!
Do Re Me and You Dance Party
Friday, December 29 at 10 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for 30 minutes of music and movement! For children 5 and under.
Movie Matinee: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem
Thursday, January 4 at 2 pm
Main Library in Newton
After years of being sheltered from the human world, the Turtle brothers set out to win the hearts of New Yorkers and be accepted as normal teenagers. Their new friend, April O'Neil, helps them take on a mysterious crime syndicate, but they soon get in over their heads when an army of mutants is unleashed upon them. Rated PG.
Programs for adults!
Medicaid Expansion Enrollment
By appointment
Main Library in Newton
Medicaid Expansion will be active December 1. Schedule an appointment with your library to learn more and for application assistance.
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.
Techs-pert Help
Southwest Branch Library
Fridays at 11 am
Did you get an e-reader, tablet, or another technology device this holiday season? Are you struggling to learn the ropes of your new device? Our library technology experts (techs-perts) are here to help! Come by any Friday in January between 11 am and 12 noon for one-on-one tech help!
Stretch for Health & Meditate for Mindfulness
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.
Career Center
Wednesday, January 3 from 1 - 4 pm
Main Library in Newton
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.
Job Seeking Boot Camp
Southwest Branch Library
Thursdays at 3 pm
Hit the ground running in the new year with this four-session workshop that will have you ready to ace your next job search. We’ll cover every step from determining your career interests to succeeding in your interview, and get you into tip-top job application shape!
Thursday, January 4 at 3 pm: Ferguson’s Career Interest Assessment
Take this free interest assessment to help you narrow in on the best career paths for you.
Gentle Flow Yoga
Friday, January 5 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.
