Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library July 19-26
Published: July 18, 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!
Pre-K STEAM
Children and their grownups are invited to explore interactive play stations to build confidence in learning.
Friday, July 19 at 10 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Friday, July 26 at 10 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Soap Bubble Circus
Friday, July 19
St. Stephens Branch Library at 4 pm
See bubbles float, spin, rise up and perform daring feats during this exciting show!
Adventures in Crime Scene Investigation
Monday, July 22 at 3:30 pm
Main Library in Newton
Learn about some of the science involved in crime investigation with hands-on activities. For grades 3-5.
Catawba Valley Astronomy Club
Tuesday, July 23
Maiden Town Hall at 1 pm
Join us for an engaging and educational space adventure with our friends at CVAC!
Simple Survival Skills
Gain simple survival skills at this program led by rangers with Catawba County Parks.
Tuesday, July 23
St. Stephens Branch Library at 1 pm
Conover Branch Library at 3 pm
StarLab
Enter the portable planetarium for an immersive exploration of space.
Tuesday, July 23 at 5 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Thursday, July 25 at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
Geode Geologist
Wednesday, July 24 at 11 am
Maiden Branch Library
Round hounds unite! What’s inside a geode? How do they form? Most importantly, how do you split them open? We’ll find out with special guests from the Catawba Valley Gem & Mineral Club. To register, please visit the library or call 828-428-2712.
STEAM: Build a Boat – Stay Afloat
Wednesday, July 24
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library at 2 pm
Southwest Branch Library at 3 pm
Construct a raft out of household materials and then test your design. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827. No registration needed for the Southwest Branch.
Programs for teens!
Adventures in Gaming
Tuesday, July 23 at 4:30 pm
Main Library in Newton
Join us for Nintendo Switch or board games.
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.
Mindful Movement
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.
Needle Felting Adventures & A Film
Friday, July 19 at 12 pm
Maiden Branch Library
Explore the textile art of needle felting as we watch an adventure movie. Finger protectors will be available for participants to use. To register, please visit the library or call 828-428-2712.
Road Trip Music Bingo
Join us for a road trip themed music bingo night. Singing along is encouraged. Fun prizes will be awarded for each round.
Monday, July 22 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Thursday, July 25 at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Dinner & Danger – Dare to Escape!
Monday, July 23 at 5 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Enjoy a delicious dinner surrounded by library friends…IF you can escape the danger with your lives, that is! This escape room and dinner extravaganza promises to be both exciting and delicious! To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6818.
Books Between Friends Book Club
Tuesday, July 23 at 6 pm
Claremont Branch Library
You’re invited to join us as we discuss Percival Everett’s new novel, James, a brilliant, action-packed reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.
Catawba County Genealogical Society
Tuesday, July 23 at 7 pm
Main Library in Newton
Join the Catawba County Genealogical Society for their monthly meeting, followed by an introduction to new local history and genealogy materials available for research in Catawba County. All are welcome to attend.
Game On: Boost Your Brain & Battle Boredom
Thursday, July 25 at 3 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Join us for an afternoon of Battling Boredom! Come learn and/or play a new board or card game. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6818.
Needle Felting
Thursday, July 25 at 4 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Explore the textile art of needle felting as we create a pie. Finger protectors will be available for participants to use. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Gentle Flow Yoga
Friday, July 26 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.
Visit with the Library to Go - out in the community!
Conover Farmers Market
Saturday, July 20 from 8 am - 12 pm
109 1st St E, Conover
Stop by to check out materials and participate in library activities.
Herman Sipe Lunch & Library
Wednesday, July 24 from 11:30 am - 1 pm
115 Herman Sipe Rd, Conover
Enjoy a meal provided by The Corner Table Community Kitchen, check out some books and participate in free hands-on activities.
