Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library March 29-April 5
Published: March 28, 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.
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!
Thursday Theater Matinee: Wish
Thursday, April 4 at 3 pm
Southwest Branch Library
School’s out, so spend the afternoon getting crafty and watching Disney’s Wish (rated PG). Kids will enjoy making origami stars and watching this imaginative movie about Asha’s wild wishes for happiness.
Clowning Around
Thursday, April 4 at 4:30 pm
Main Library in Newton
Jesters and clowns entertain people with skills and silly antics. Test your skills with plate spinning, juggling, and more! Ideal for 3rd through 5th graders.
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.
Bullet Journal Club
Monday, April 1 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for laid-back hangouts where we swap doodle ideas, chat about organizing tips, and sharing our favorite spreads. Some supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own.
The Station Book Club
Wednesday, April 3 at 10 am
Conover Branch Library
All are welcome to join as we discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
Career Center
Wednesday, April 3 from 1 - 4 pm
Main Library in Newton
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 your preferred library or drop in as you are able.
Tale of a German Immigrant: From Hitler Youth to American Dream
Thursday, April 4 at 6 pm
Claremont Branch Library
Rhonda Roederer, a professional genealogist and educator, presents the story of her distant cousin Kurt Roederer and his journey from a small village in World War II Germany to America. Explore historical events leading up to the Nazi era and discover what it was like to survive in war-torn Germany through the eyes of a child.
