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This Week @ Your Library March 3-10

This Week @ Your Library March 3-10

Published: March 03, 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!

PAWS To Read 
Saturdays, March 4 
St. Stephens Branch Library 

Schedule a 20-minute appointment to read with a certified therapy dog. To schedule an appointment, please call 828-466-6821

Cuentos en el Huerto/Tales in the Garden: Last Stop on Market Street
Jueves, 9 de marzo a las 5:30 pm 
Thursday, March 9 at 5:30 pm
Main Library in Newton

¡Únase a nosotros para esta aventura familiar en la que exploraremos un autobús de Greenway, escucharemos un cuento y conoceremos a algunos de los personajes de la próxima producción de Green Room! 
Join us for this special family story time adventure where we will explore a Greenway bus, listen to the award-winning book, and meet some of the characters from the upcoming Green Room production! You do not want to miss the fun! 

Perler Bead Club
Friday, March 10 at 4 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library

Love crafts but aren’t super crafty? Join the Perler Beads Club! At this easy craft, you'll make designs (keychains, coasters, artwork) using small beads that are fused together with heat. Templates and materials provided. Ideal for grades 1 and up.

Programs for teens!

Teen Tuesdays
Tuesdays at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton

March 7:  No Program this week

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting
Monday, March 6 at 4 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library 

Help plan future teen programs. Tell us what you want to learn, make, and do at your library. 

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. 

Yin Yoga
Monday, March 6 at 8 am
Elevate Healing Arts

3314 16th Ave SE, Suite 205, Conover
Try this slowed down class in which you’ll hold fewer poses for a longer duration, focusing on stretching the connective tissues using supportive props. All postures are done on the floor, targeting the lumbar spine through the knees. Bring a mat or towel. To register, please visit the library or call 828-465-8665.

Introduction: Interplay Learning Skill Mill
Tuesdays, March 7 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.

DIY Scrunchie
Tuesday, March 7 at 6 pm
Conover Branch Library

Make your own super cute throwback hair accessory! Supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own fabric (at least 5 inches by 24 inches). To register, please visit the branch or call 828-466-5108.

Macramé Keychain
Tuesday, March 7 at 6 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library

Come and explore the art of macramé as we walk through the making of a simple feather keychain. Beginner friendly. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.

Resumes & Job Applications Workshop
Wednesday, March 8 at 10 am
Online via WebEx

Learn tips for creating a resume and completing a job application. To register, please visit tinyurl.com/catawbajobs

Creative Outlet: Knitters’ Circle
Wednesday, March 8 at 6 pm 
Main Library in Newton

Bring your current knitting project, or learn to knit at the library. All experience levels are welcome. Supplies provided.

ACAP-Thank You for Your Service
Thursday, March 9 at 5:30 pm
Main Library at Newton

All caregivers for an aging parent are invited to join other caregivers at this Adult Caregivers of Aging Parents-Hickory/Foothills Meeting. This month’s meeting will help you understand Veterans Affairs benefits and services. 

Dollar Store Menu Hacks
Friday, March 10 at 11 am
Main Library at Newton

Stretching your food budget is a timeworn strategy for making ends meet. Learn how to make some delicious and decent dollar store fare and share any of your own cost-saving tips. To register, please visit the library or call 828-465-8665.

Visit with the Library to Go - out in the community!

Crafts and Games with the Town of Catawba
Thursday, March 9 from 12:30 - 2 pm
200 S. Main St, Catawba, NC 28609

Join us to make a craft and play a game of bingo, and maybe win a prize! All ages welcome.