Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library March 1-8
Published: March 01, 2026
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
Fridays at 10 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
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
Monday, March 2 at 1 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Children and their grown-ups are invited to explore interactive play stations to build confidence in learning.
Programs for children, ages 6-11!
PAWS to Read
Tuesday, March 3
St. Stephens Branch Library
Encourage your young reader through reading with a certified therapy dog. To schedule an appointment, please call 828-466-6821.
Homeschool Hangout
Thursday, March 5 at 11 am
Conover Branch Library
Meet other homeschoolers while enjoying an activity and coloring pages.
American Sign Language for Beginners
Thursday, March 5 at 4:30 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Families are invited to explore beginner sign language together! This interactive class for children ages 5 and older and their grownups will cover basic signs and simple communication in a welcoming, supportive environment.
STEAM: Leprechaun Trap
Friday, March 6 at 4 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Design a trap to catch a mischievous leprechaun. To register, please call 828-466-6827.
Family Literacy Day: Decodable Books
Saturday, March 7 at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Angela Lawrence from the Patrick Beaver Learning Center will host our Family Literacy Day. Join us to discover our new decodable books collection. These books are carefully crafted stories that match the phonics skills your child is learning in school or at home, acting as a bridge between learning the alphabet and reading real stories.
Programs for adults!
Zumba Mondays!
Mondays at 6 pm
FUMC Newton Fellowship Hall
Enjoy a dance and movement class that’s too much fun to call exercise.
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.
Mindful Movement
Wednesdays & Fridays at 3 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Low impact exercise and gentle stretching for adults of all ages.
Coffee and Tech for Vets
Monday, March 2 at 9 am
Newton Main Library
Veterans are welcome to drop in for free coffee and friendly tech help. Bring any device, meet the team, and connect with fellow vets - no appointment needed.
Bullet Journaling 101
Monday, March 2 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Get organized your way! Learn the basics of bullet journaling—a flexible, creative system for tracking tasks, goals, and more. Perfect for beginners. This month’s focus will be on monthly meal planning.
Library Birthday Celebration: Cross Stitch Bookmarks
Tuesday, March 3 at 6 pm
Conover Branch Library
Celebrate the library’s 90th birthday with us! Learn a few simple cross-stitch stitches and show your library some love by creating a handmade cross-stitch bookmark. No experience necessary.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday, March 4 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, using a chair for balance.
Career Center
Wednesday, March 4 from 1 - 4 pm
Southwest 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 the library or drop in as you are able.
The Library’s Birthday Toast
Saturday, March 7 at 1 pm
Main Library in Newton
To celebrate the Library’s 90th, learn how to design and cut custom, book-themed stencils using the Silhouette cutting machine, then use those stencils to etch your own personalized wineglass! To register, visit the library or call 828-465-8665.
Adult Board Game Afternoon
Saturday, March 7 at 2 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Learn how to play fun games while meeting new people! Games include Uzzle, Gentle Rain, Rummikub & Ticket to Ride, and many more. Light refreshments provided.
