Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library July 20-27
Published: July 17, 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
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
Thursday, July 24 at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Children and their grownups are invited to explore interactive play stations to build confidence in learning.
Programs for children, ages 6-11!
Color Our World: Messy Monday
Monday, July 21 at 2 pm
Main Library in Newton
You heard us right – you're encouraged to get messy during this hands-on creative series sure to bring out your inner artist!
Color Our World: In Nature
Wednesday, July 23
St. Stephens Branch Library at 2 pm
Southwest Branch Library at 4 pm
Join rangers from South Mountains State Park to learn about the kaleidoscope of colors found in nature!
Color Our World: Kindness Rocks!
Wednesday, July 23 at 2 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Create a painted rock to color our world and spread kindness.
Color Our World: Tie Dye
Friday, July 25 at 3 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Create fun and colorful wearables with Tie Dye. Bandanas will be provided but feel free to bring up to 2 additional cotton items to tie dye. Dress to mess. To register, please call 828-466-6827.
Color Our World: Bad Art Day
Saturday, July 26 at 11 am
Conover Branch Library
Sometimes art isn’t supposed to be pretty! Come out and, on purpose, make bad art with us!
Programs for teens!
Nailed It!
Tuesday, July 22 at 2 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
We'll show you how to make a themed dessert item and you will have a set amount of time to build and create your own! Try to make yours look as much like the example as possible! To register, please call 828-466-6827.
Color Our World: Paint Pouring
Tuesday, July 22 at 5:30 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Teens will learn about various techniques used in paint pouring and then put their newly learned skills to work. To register, please call 828-466-6818.
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).
Typing Tuesdays
Tuesdays at 11 am
Main Library in Newton
Need to step-up your typing game? Join us each Tuesday in July to begin your typing journey or increase your typing speed and skills. All users will create a free typing account to allow them to continue practicing at their own pace! To register, please call 828-465-9565.
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 will be working on the different variations of crochet stitches. Bring your own supplies - some yarn provided.
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.
Color Our World: Adult Recess
Fridays at 3 pm
Main Library in Newton
Studies show that unstructured downtime provides important benefits for humans of all ages. We all need opportunities for physical activity, to diffuse brain activity, and socialization (that’s science-talk for fun)! Join us on Friday afternoons for some lovely downtime. A variety of activities will be available each week including coloring, board games, and weather permitting, Four Square.
Color Our World: Natural Dyes
Monday, July 21 at 6 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Participants will discover a wide range of colors that can be created using locally found and store bought, natural materials. You’ll be surprised at the results! Yarn will be provided.
Shelf-Care Book Club
Monday, July 21 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Treat yourself to the best kind of self-care: a good book! Our July book is The God of the Woods by Liz Moore.
Mountain View Book Club
Monday, July 21 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Join us for our regular book club discussion. Book club reads for the rest of the year will be announced.
Books Between Friends Book Club
Tuesday, July 22 at 6 pm
Claremont Branch Library
Join us as we discuss The Heart of Winter, the new novel by Jonathan Evison. This story is endlessly heartwarming and moving, a reminder that true love lives in small, everyday moments.
Color Our World: Hanging Yarn Art
Tuesday, July 22 at 6 pm
Maiden Branch Library
Main Library in Newton
Create your own unique, colorful decor by using simple techniques and various colors of yarn. To register, please call 828-428-2712 for Maiden or 828-465-9494 for Newton.
Color Our World: Salsa Dancing 101
Tuesday, July 22 at 6 pm
Conover Branch Library
Have you ever wanted to learn how to salsa dance? Now’s your chance! Led by Ballroom Instructor Nathan Ahlgrim, singles and couples can learn the basics of this Latin dance.
Catawba County Genealogical Society
Tuesday, July 22 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.
Capcut – Frame by Frame
Wednesday, July 23 at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
Unlock your editing potential with CapCut! This class is perfect for beginners looking to dive into video editing. You’ll learn essential tools and techniques to transform your footage into eye-catching videos with ease! To register, please call 828-465-9565.
Krazy for K-pop!
Thursday, July 24 at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Hang out with fellow K-pop fans as we celebrate one of the world’s most exciting music genres. We’ll chat about our favorite groups, share awesome music and videos, play trivia & try some K-pop inspired refreshments.
Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday, July 26 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!
Maiden Lunch and Library
Tuesday, July 22 at 11:30 am
101 Old Tavern Lane, Maiden
Receive a bagged lunch provided by The Corner Table Community Kitchen and participate in a storytime and craft.
Herman Sipe Lunch & Library
Wednesday, July 23 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.
