Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library March 17-24
Published: March 17, 2023
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
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
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.
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!
Pre-K Play!
Saturday, March 18 at 11 am
Conover Branch Library
Join us for fun, fitness-focused play with music, games, and an obstacle course! Kids will have a blast as they explore, exercise, and develop motor skills. This program is ideal for children from 2-5 years old.
Spring STEAM
Thursday, March 23 at 4:30 pm
Main Library in Newton
Celebrate the arrival of Spring with STEAM activities including bees, butterflies and birds.
Programs for teens!
Teen Tuesdays
Tuesdays at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
March 21: Macrame Plant Hanger & Plant
Mario Madness
Friday, March 17 at 2 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Start your engines and get ready to race to the finish line in this Mario Kart tournament featuring our new Nintendo Switch consoles! To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6818.
Teen Cupcake Wars!
Saturday, March 18 at 2 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for this free cupcake decorating challenge for teens grades 6 and up! We’ll supply the cupcakes, frosting and extras and you will meet the design challenges, take pictures, and eat the results. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6821.
Teen Game Night
Monday, March 20 at 5 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for an afternoon of games on the Nintendo switch and with the option of a Virtual Reality headset for those ages 13 and above who have a signed waiver form.
Teen Cookie Wars
Friday, March 24 at 4 pm
Conover Branch Library
The mission: create your cookie masterpiece before time runs out. The reward: bragging rights (and more cookies)! All of the sugary supplies will be provided. Sign up as an individual or as a team. To register, please visit the branch or call 828-466-5108.
Programs for adults!
Zumba Mondays!
Mondays at 6 pm
Main Library at 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).
Community Navigator
Thursdays & Fridays from 9 am - 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
Stop in to visit with a Community Navigator for a one-on-one session to get connected with services, resources, and local assistance available in Catawba County. For more information, please call 828-465-9553.
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. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Stretch for Health - Meditate for Mindfulness
Fridays at 4 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Research has shown that stretching can help improve flexibility, and range of motion of your joints. Combining it with meditation benefits both your emotional well-being and your overall health. Bring a mat or a large towel. Exercise waivers required.
Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday, March 18 from 9 - 11 am
Main Library in Newton
The community garden at the Main Library in Newton is ready to be prepped and planted for the upcoming summer season. If you enjoy being outside and working in the soil, we’d be happy to have you join us. All ages and levels of experience are welcome. To register, please call 828-466-6828.
Yoga Vinyasa
Monday, March 20 at 8 am
Elevate Healing Arts
3314 16th Ave SE, Suite 205, Conover
This class features smooth transitions between poses, linked to breath. This class is for all levels of practitioners, from beginner to advanced. Bring a mat or towel. To register, please visit the library or call 828-465-8665.
Canasta Crew
Monday, March 20 at 10:30 am
Narrow Coffee & Nosh in Newton
Friendly people wanted for this opportunity to socialize and play a classic card game! No experience necessary, newbies welcome - experienced players encouraged to participate as well. We will be playing Hoyle rules. Bring a partner or we’ll match you up. To register, please call 828-465-8665 or join us in person.
Mountain View Book Buzz
Monday, March 20 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Join us as we discuss The Measure by Nikki Erlick. All are welcome for lively conversations and lots of fun!
Public Health Listening Sessions
Monday, March 20 at 6 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Catawba County Public Health and LiveWell Catawba are starting the 2023 Community Health Assessment to better understand the needs and priorities of our community, and they need as many ideas as possible. Join us for a community conversation exploring how we define health and how we can work together to improve the health and well-being of our community. These sessions are open to everyone – bring your children, neighbors, and friends!
Expungement Workshop
Tuesday, March 21 at 10 am
Online via WebEx
Do you or someone you know qualify for expungement? Learn what you need to know about having charges removed from criminal records. To register, please visit tinyurl.com/catawbajobs
Introduction: Interplay Learning Skill Mill
Tuesdays, March 21 at 2 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Introducing an online resource for job seekers interested in skill based trades. Interplay Learning offers free online courses in areas including HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Hospitality and more. We will demonstrate how to set up your account and explore the available training options. For more information, please call 828-466-6821.
Hands Only CPR/AED Machine Training
Tuesday, March 21 at 5:30 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Presented by Catawba County Emergency Services, this non-certification class will help participants feel more confident in assisting with an event involving cardiac arrest until first responders arrive.
Murder Mystery
Tuesday, March 21 at 6 pm
Conover Branch Library
Join us as we put our heads together to solve this decades-old cold case! Light refreshments provided. To register, please visit the branch or call 828-466-5108.
Catawba Songwriters
Tuesday, March 21 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Share your talents while you learn from others. Bring a finished written song or one that’s in progress to share with the group. Teens and tweens with musical talents are invited to join.
New to Medicare
Thursday, March 23 at 1:30 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Presented by Catawba County Council on Aging, this seminar is open to anyone new to Medicare or interested in learning more about Medicare. The seminar will include a question and answer session. To register, please call 828-328-2269.
Author Visit with Austin Allran
Thursday, March 23 at 6:30 pm
Main Library in Newton
Join Catawba County Commissioner Austin Allran for an author discussion and book signing for his debut novel, The Legend of the Isle of Cats. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
What is 3D Printing?
Friday, March 24 at 4 pm
Main Library in Newton
Learn more about the 3D printer and software during this info session. This program is open to all ages. For more information, please call 828-465-9494.