Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library May 12-16
Published: May 12, 2025
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.
Sensory-Friendly: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays at 11 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
Tuesday, May 13 at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Children and their grownups are invited to explore interactive play stations to build confidence in learning.
Paws to Read
Tuesday, May 13 by appointment
St. Stephens Branch Library
Encourage your young reader by reading with a certified therapy dog. To schedule an appointment, please call 828-466-6821.
Programs for children, ages 6-11!
Movie & Craft: Wicked
Tuesday, May 13 at 4:30 pm
Main Library in Newton
Take a break from stressing over tests to watch Wicked, make a craft and enjoy some snacks.
Programs for adults!
Zumba Mondays!
Mondays at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Shake off the dust for the new year 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
Tuesdays at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Make new friends and enjoy the company of others while you knit and crochet. This month we are focusing on different methods of casting. Don’t miss out on the fun—grab your needles and join us!
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.
Mindful Movement
Fridays at 3 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Low impact exercise and gentle stretching for all ages.
Trivia Night
Monday, May 12 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Join us for an evening of trivia fun guaranteed to test your knowledge. Trivia night will be full of facts, fun and festive prizes!
Veterans Burial Benefits Seminar
Tuesday, May 13 from 1-3 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Many veterans and their families are unaware of the numerous burial benefits available to them.
This seminar provided by Bennett Funeral Service aims to inform attendees about the honors and benefits they are entitled to receive.
Mystery Mavens Book Club
Tuesday, May 13 at 6:30
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Join us for a lively discussion on First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston. New members welcome!
Computer Basics: Microsoft Word
Thursday, May 15 at 11 am
Main Library in Newton
Join us as we learn how to create, edit, and format documents using Microsoft Word. Laptops provided. To register, please call 828-465-9565.
What’s all the Hoopla & Libby 101
Thursday, May 15 at 3 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Explore the world of digital books – no experience needed! Join us for a hands-on beginner's class where we’ll introduce you to Hoopla and Libby. Learn how to borrow eBooks and audiobooks, and discover how easy it is to enjoy them on your computer or mobile device.
Newton Book Club
Thursday, May 15 at 5 pm
Carpe Crustum in Downtown Newton
Join us to talk about May’s pick, Maybe Next Time by Cesca Major. Get ahead with June’s selection, The Wedding People by Alison Espach.
