This year, the library is marking the 100th anniversary of women securing the right to vote in America. As we remember the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution, we’ll be sharing a rich history of past efforts while exploring concepts of equal rights, fairness, and democracy. Look for a wealth of programs and events tailored to people of all ages over the next six months! Kicking off the extended festivities will… View More
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The Catawba County Board of Commissioners declared a State of Emergency in Catawba County at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, February 6, 2020, due to excessive rainfall in the County. The excessive rainfall has resulted in severe flooding, infrastructure damage, hazardous travel conditions and the potential for widespread power outages for residents in the County. The declaration enables Catawba County Emergency Services to implement coordinated… View More
Catawba County has closed Bakers Mountain Park and Riverbend Park as a result of damage and flooding from yesterday’s storm. Park officials are assessing damage at both parks and will reopen the parks when conditions improve. For more information about Catawba County parks and updates on park status, visit www.catawbacountync.gov or follow Catawba County on social… View More
NEWS RELEASE February 7, 2020 NEWTON, NC – Effective 12:00 p.m. February 7, 2020, the Catawba County Board of Commissioners officially ended the State of Emergency declared in response to the recent storm event in Catawba County. # #… View More
Catawba County’s Bakers Mountain Park and Riverbend Park will reopen Saturday, February 8 following their usual operating hours (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). At Riverbend, the lower parking lot and portions of some trails will be closed until floodwaters recede. For more information about Catawba County Parks, visit… View More
As the library continues to observe Black History Month this February, we’re offering several opportunities for county residents to learn more about the memorable events and people who helped advance civil rights in America. • On the heels of the popular 2019 movie about the famous figure, we’re hosting an educational program for school-aged children called Celebrating Heroes: Harriet Tubman. We’ll share… View More
The framers of the US Constitution chose population as the basis for sharing political power, not wealth and not land. Getting an accurate count of the county's population affects our taxes, congressional representation, and funding for hospitals, schools, and roads. As a result, everyone living in the United States is required by the US Constitution to be counted. Since the census takes place every 10 years, it can be hard for people… View More
HICKORY – Seniors Morning Out participants will enjoy a variety of activities in March, including musical performance and cooking classes. Any resident of Catawba County who is 60 or older is invited to join Seniors Morning Out, which is held between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday at five convenient locations. A hot, balanced lunch is served each day. Programs are free to participants, who may pick and choose which… View More
Beginning March 12, households all over the United States will begin to see an official US Census Bureau postcard in their mailbox with directions about how to respond to the 2020 Census and be counted. This year, for the first time, the Census Bureau will accept responses online through a quick and secure process, adding an extra option to the current methods of responding by phone and mail.… View More
Early childhood literacy is one of the library’s signature efforts, and we offer a wealth of programs to engage children, teach their parents and caregivers how to connect them with the world, and promote reading and education. Getting children started when they’re young – when synapses are developing and neurons firing – provides a much better chance that youngsters will develop personal curiosity, along with healthy bodies and… View More