Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library May 13-20
Published: May 13, 2022
We've got storytimes!
Ready to Learn Storytime: Tiny to Two
Monday 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: Preschool
Main Library in Newton
Wednesday at 10 am
Friday at 10 am
Southwest Branch Library
Wednesday at 11 am
Thursday at 10 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Wednesday at 10 am
Thursday at 10 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Tuesday at 6 pm
Thursday at 10:30 am
Maiden Branch Library
Thursday at 10 am
Preschool story time with reading readiness. Join us for songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn.
Library to Go at the Town of Catawba
Thursday, May 19 at 10:45 am
200 S Main St, Catawba
Visit the Library to Go to check out books, get help with technology questions from 10 am to 2 pm, and enjoy a family storytime at 10:45!
Programs for children!
Adopt a Plant
Saturday, May 14 from 9 am - 11 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Wanna learn how things grow? Join the adopt a plant program at St Stephens, where you can select a plant to care for throughout the season. The best part? You can keep a portion of what you grow! To register, please visit tinyurl.com/gardenprogramstst or call 828-466-6821.
Visit with the Conover Fire Department
Saturday, May 14 at 10 am
Conover Branch Library
Join us for an outside visit with the Conover Fire Department as they show us their truck and talk about fire safety!
Tales in the Garden: National Police Week
Thursday, May 19 at 5:30 pm
Main Library in Newton
Join us in the Newton garden as we celebrate National Police Week! We will read bilingual stories, meet special guests, and explore cool vehicles and gear.
Programs for teens!
Teen Tuesdays
Main Library in Newton
Tuesday, May 17 at 5 pm
Game Night
Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, May 14 from 2 - 4 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join your fellow teens and be a part of a fun event hosted by the St. Stephens Teen Advisory Board! Use clues hidden around the library to solve a murder mystery. Program designed for teens.
Programs for adults!
Zumba LIVE with Honey & Jossiah
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).
Technology Drop-in Help
Tuesday, May 17 from 4 - 6 pm
Maiden Branch Library
Having trouble with your smartphone or tablet? Want to know how to download Hoopla or Libby? Drop-in for friendly, one-on-one technology help! We will help you troubleshoot your device, download apps, and teach you how to use digital resources.
Catawba Songwriters
Tuesday, May 17 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.
Email Basics
Wednesday, May 18 at 11 am
Main Library in Newton
Online via Zoom
Learn how to send and receive email, navigate your inbox, and practice downloading and attaching files. This is a hybrid program available to attend in-person or via Zoom. To register, please visit tinyurl.com/CCLS-CompBasics
Chair Yoga
Wednesday, May 18 at 11:30 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
A certified yoga instructor will lead us through a class friendly for all body types and levels. This class is perfect for anyone looking for accessible ways to stretch, relax, and gain the benefits of doing yoga with the added security of using a chair. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Career Center
Thursdays, May 18 from 1 - 4 pm
Main Library at Newton
A career specialist will be available to provide one-on-one assistance with resumes, interview practice and other soft skills, online applications, and job search strategies. Reserve a 30-minute appointment by calling 828-465-8665 or drop in as you are able.
Expungement Workshop
Wednesday, May 18 at 2 pm
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 in this virtual workshop from NCWorks Catawba. To register, please visit tinyurl.com/catawbajobs
Clase de inglés
Miércoles, 18 de mayo a las 6 pm
En línea por Zoom
¡Practique inglés con nosotros los miércoles por la tarde! Esta es una conversación de una hora, por Zoom, para estudiantes que deseen ganar más confianza al hablar inglés. Para obtener más información o para registrarse, llame al: 828-465-8664.
ESL Class
Wednesday, May 18 at 6 pm
Online via Zoom
Practice speaking English with us on Wednesday evenings! This is a one-hour online Zoom conversation to help students gain more confidence in speaking English. Please call 828.465.8664 to register or for more information.
Device Advice
Thursday, May 19 at 11 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Do you have a laptop, tablet, or phone (Android or iPhone) that you need help navigating? Do you have questions about your device that you can’t seem to find the answer for? Come to Device Advice and let us help you get the assistance you need. Please have your questions ready when you attend.
Macramé Mini Wall Hanging
Thursday, May 19 at 4 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Explore the textile art of macramé as we learn how to create a mini wall hanging. Best suited for teens and adults. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Gentle Flow Yoga
Friday, May 20 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. Class on May 27 will be outside, weather permitting. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Visit with the Library to Go - out in the community!
Foothills Folk Art Festival
Saturday, May 14 from 10 am – 4 pm
Downtown Newton on the Square
Join us in Downtown Newton as we celebrate folk art with fun activities for kids!
Library Outpost: Suds & Stories
Sunday, May 15 from 2 - 5 pm
Clean Wave Laundry
We're looking forward to seeing you in Long View at Clean Wave Laundry! Stop by and check out books, enjoy activities, and get help with your tech and job app or resume questions.
Library to Go at the Town of Catawba
Thursday, May 19 from 10 am – 2 pm
200 S Main St, Catawba
Visit the Library to Go to check out books, get help with technology questions, and enjoy a family storytime at 10:45!
