Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library February 21-28
Published: February 21, 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
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!
Pre-K STEAM
Friday, February 21 at 4 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Children and their grownups are invited to explore interactive play stations to build confidence in learning.
Hora del Cuento
Saturday, February 22 at 11 am
Conover Branch Library
¡Ven a disfrutar de una mañana de manualidades, cantos y lectura en español!
Programs for teens, 12-18!
FAFSA Help
Tuesday, February 25 at 6 pm
Conover Branch Library
Skip Watts and Dr. JuanEs Ramirez from College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC.org) will be on hand to assist with the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Residency Determination Service (RDS). If possible, bring your own device (laptop, tablet, or smartphone).
Skip Watts y Dr. JuanEs Ramirez del Colégio Fundación de Carolina del Norte (CFNC.org) estarán a mano para asistir con la Aplicación Gratuita 2025-26 para Ayuda Estudiantil Federal (FAFSA) y Servicio de Determinación de Residencia (RDS). De ser posible, traiga su propio dispositivo (laptop, tableta o smartphone).
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!
NC Works
Wednesdays from 1:30 - 4:30 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Work one-on-one with an NC Works representative who can help you find work, improve your skills, and connect you to other resources to make a good impression on employers.
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.
Squeaky Wheel Writing Group
Friday, February 21 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, exercises and resources, and creating accountability goals for ourselves.
Mountain View Book Club
Monday, February 24 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch
Join us for a lively discussion about Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray.
Self-Defense for Women
Tuesday, February 25 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for this Catawba County Sheriff-led workshop to learn about the common profiles and tactics of attackers, blocking and striking techniques, defenses against grabs and holds, and the legalities of self-defense. Comfortable clothing is recommended. To register, please visit or call your library.
Catawba County Genealogical Society
Tuesday, February 25 at 6:30 pm
Main Library in Newton, Rhodes Room
Check out new local history and genealogy materials available for research during this month's meeting. All are welcome to attend.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday, February 26 at 11:30 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
A certified yoga instructor will lead us through a beginner-friendly, chair yoga class. Chair yoga allows you to perform yoga poses while seated or using a chair for balance.
Technology Trivia
Wednesday, February 26 at 6 pm
Main Library at Newton
Use your 'techknowledge' in three rounds of technology themed trivia. All skill levels are welcome! To register, please call 828-465-8665.
