Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library October 20-27
Published: October 20, 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
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: Tiny to Two
Friday, October 20 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.
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!
*Got Costumes: Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle
Please drop off new or gently used costumes at the Main Newton in Newton. We will be collecting throughout the month to distribute during our October Tales in the Garden.
Dream Readers Program
Los sabados solo con cita previa
Saturdays by appointment
St. Stephens Branch Library
Dream Readers es una programa gratis de lectura y aprendizaje para niños de 5 a 10 años. Para información adicional, por favor envíe un correo electrónico: dreamreadersprogram@gmail.com
Hallow-STEAM
Friday, October 20 at 4 pm
Maiden Branch Library
Enjoy table-top punkin’ chunkin’, witch’s brew challenge, and more!
Pre-K Play
Saturday, October 21 at 11 am
Conover Branch Library
Join us for fun, fitness-focused play with music, games, and an obstacle course! Kids will have a blast as they explore, exercise, and develop motor skills. For children from 2-5 years old.
PAWS to Read
Saturday, October 21
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Encourage your young reader through reading with a certified therapy dog. To schedule a 15-minute appointment, please call 828-466-6827.
Tales in the Garden: Spooktacular
Tuesday, October 24 at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
Join us for bilingual stories, crafts, activities and learning fun! We will explore Halloween and Día de los Muertos traditions. Costumes encouraged!
Do Re Me and You Dance Party
Friday, October 27 at 11 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for 30 minutes of music and movement! For children 5 and under.
Perler Bead Club
Friday, October 27 at 4 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Make spooky designs using small beads that are fused together with heat.
Programs for teens!
Teen Tuesdays
Tuesdays at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
October 24: Tales in the Garden - Family Spooktacular
Zombie Apocalypse!
Saturday, October 21 at 11 am
Southwest Branch Library
Join us for our zombie-themed take on this endlessly entertaining game, and see if you can discover the zombie before the infection spreads to you!
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Saturday, October 21 at 1 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Discover your inner warrior and join us in this epic adventure.
Needle Felt & A Film – Hocus Pocus
Thursday, October 26 at 4 pm
Maiden Branch Library
Make your own needle felted spooky black cat, just like Thackery Binx, while we watch Hocus Pocus. All supplies provided and finger protectors will be available for participants to use. To register, please visit the library or call 828-428-2712.
Programs for adults!
Zumba Mondays!
Mondays at 6 pm
First United Methodist Fellowship Hall (October 23)
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).
Purls and Chains: Knitting 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.
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.
Stretch for Health-Meditate for Mindfulness
Fridays at 4 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.
Spooky Tree Painting Class
Saturday, October 21 at 11 am
Main Library in Newton
Boo! It’s spooky season and the perfect time to get crafty. Join us to create a super simple spooky tree painting, no prior art skills required. All supplies will be provided. To register, please call 828-465-8665.
Mountain View Book Buzz
Monday, October 23 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Join us as we discuss Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. All are welcome for lively conversations and lots of fun!
Expungement Workshop
Tuesday, October 24 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. To register, please visit tinyurl.com/catawbajobs
Natural Dye Workshop
Tuesday, October 24 at 6 pm
Maiden Branch Library
Join our immersive workshop where we harness the power of nature's palette using locally sourced materials like pokeberry and goldenrod to infuse fabrics with captivating colors. All supplies provided. To register, please visit the library at 828-428-2712.
Murder Mystery Party
Tuesday, October 24 at 6 pm
Conover Branch Library
Prepare to be immersed in a dramatic spectacle involving blackmail, backstabbing, and murder! Follow the clues and discover the murderer- before it’s too late!
Spooky Terrariums
Tuesday, October 24 at 6 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Channel your inner dark side and create your own spooky terrarium to celebrate peak spooky season. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Flirty Fiction Book Club
Tuesday, October 24 at 6:30 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Calling all rom-com lovers! Join us as we discuss our flirty fiction book for September, Will They or Won’t They by Ava Wilder. Bring your comments, questions, and insights to share with the group. Light refreshments provided.
Triple P Parenting Classes
Tuesdays, October 24 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Learn simple strategies to support your children. This training program will promote your child’s emotional wellbeing, make family life more enjoyable, and share positive ways to make routines and rules work.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday, October 25 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.
Byte-Sized Basics: Tech for Adults
Thursday, October 26 at 1 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
New to computers or just need a refresher? Join us for a beginner level class on computer basics. Laptops provided, but feel free to bring your own! To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6821.
