Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library March 29 - April 5
Published: March 26, 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.
Programs for children, ages 0-5!
Pre-K STEAM
Thursday, April 2 at 3 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Children and their grown-ups are invited to explore interactive play stations to build confidence in learning.
Easter Egg Hunt
Thursday, April 2 at 10 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for our regularly scheduled storytime followed by an indoor Easter Egg Hunt.
Programs for children, ages 6-11!
Homeschool Hangout
Thursday, April 2 at 11 am
Conover Branch Library
Are you a homeschooling family or group? Come out and meet other homeschoolers! We’ll have an activity and coloring pages.
Programs for adults!
Zumba Mondays!
Mondays at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
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.
Celebrating 90 Years of Reading
Monday, March 30 from 12 - 8 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
The library is turning 90 this March! Celebrate with us by playing Plinko for prizes, and enjoying family-friendly party games and a sweet treat. Our last activity of the day will be Bingo beginning at 5pm.
The Station Book Club
Wednesday, April 1 at 10 am
Conover Branch Library
All are welcome to join as we discuss The God of the Woods by Liz Moore. We will also do a book-share at the end with other recommended reads. This book club meets every other month.
Career Center
Wednesday, April 1 from 1 - 4 pm
St. Stephens 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.
