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This Week at Your Library [Feb29-Mar07]
Published: February 27, 2020
MAIN IN NEWTON
828.465.8665
CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES
Tiny to Two: Ready to Learn Storytime
Mondays at 10 am
A sweet, 20-minute storytime featuring rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing. Playtime follows. Ideal for newborns to age 2, but all are welcome.
Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 am
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.
Beginning Drawing
Saturday, March 7 at 11 am
Children 8 and up are invited to a drawing class led by a local art teacher as we celebrate Will Eisner Week. Eisner was an American cartoonist and writer and is generally considered to have invented the graphic novel.
ADULTS / CAREER / TECH
Yoga Align
Saturday, February 29 at 10 am
This class complements the body’s natural movement, using alignment poses to train for proper placement and to prevent injury. Build confidence as you gain mobility, stability, and strength. Perfect for any skill level; modifications are offered. Participants should bring a yoga mat or thick towel for floor work. Open to ages 14+ (parental signature required for teens under 18).
Zumba
Mondays at 6 pm
Kick off your week with this dance/movement activity that’s too much fun to call exercise. Appropriate for every skill and ability level and open to ages 14+ (parental signature required for teens under 18). Note: On March 2, we'll meet in the Fellowship Hall of First United Methodist (300 N Main Ave, Newton). Please use the Ashe Ave entrance.
English as a Second Language Classes
Mondays at 6:30 pm (conversation/intermediate) and Tuesdays at 5:30 pm (beginner)
ESL classes are terrific resources for people whose native language is not English. Through instruction and conversation, class participants will gain confidence and skills in speaking, reading, and comprehension. Registration required: 828.465.8665.
CONOVER
828.466.5108
CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES
Tiny to Two: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays at 10 am
A sweet, 20-minute storytime featuring rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing. Playtime follows. Ideal for newborns to age 2, but all are welcome.
Homework Helpers
Thursdays from 4-6 pm
Could your child benefit from extra help with reading or school work? Set up a weekly, 30-minute appointment by calling 828.466.5108.
Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Fridays at 10 am
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.
PAWS to Read with Chester
Tuesdays, March 3 and 17 from 4:30-5:30 pm
Elementary-aged children are invited to read to Chester, our therapy dog. Children who read aloud to therapy animals on a regular basis demonstrate improvement in their reading skills! Call the branch to reserve a 15-minute appointment with Chester.
Game Day Saturday
Saturday, March 7 at 11 am
Are board games, murder mysteries, charades, and puzzles your thing? Come meet new people and try a new game, or bring your own to share. Games for all ages!
ADULTS / CAREER / TECH
Everybody COUNTS! 2020 Census
Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30 pm
Learn all about the 2020 Census by reviewing a sample census questionnaire, understanding why the census is so important, learning how census data is used, and hearing how personal data is kept safe and how people can avoid census scams.
MAIDEN
828.428.2712
CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES
Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Thursdays at 10 am
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.
Storytime Ballet: Cinderella
Saturday, February 29 at 11:30 am
Join Hickory Ballet and Performing Arts for an interactive experience that shows how stories – including this fairy tale about a young girl who rises above her humble circumstances – are told through dance. An activity tied to the ballet will follow. Open to all ages and families.
Family Movie Night: Frozen II
Friday, March 6 at 5 pm
Together with Anna, Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven, Elsa faces a dangerous but remarkable journey into the unknown – to the enchanted forests and dark seas beyond Arendelle, in search of truths about the past. We'll provide popcorn and a beverage. Feel free to bring other snacks and comfy cushions. Rated PG.
ADULTS / CAREER / TECH
Balance Basics
Thursdays at 2 pm
This class addresses the need for stronger muscles, increased flexibility, and a solid core to reduce the risk of falls. Improve your posture and balance, and take charge of your independence!
Hoopla and Libby
Tuesday, March 3 from 5-7 pm
Libby and Hoopla are free, user-friendly ways to find thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, movies, and music CDs. Drop in to learn how to get the apps, sign in, and download a book or movie. Bring your own tablet or phone to set up your gateway to the world of free digital content!
SHERRILLS FORD-TERRELL
828.466.6827
CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES
Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 am
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.
Tiny to Two: Ready to Learn Storytime
Fridays at 10 am
A sweet, 20-minute storytime featuring rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing. Playtime follows. Ideal for newborns to age 2, but all are welcome.
Storytime Ballet: Cinderella
Saturday, February 29 at 10 am
Join Hickory Ballet and Performing Arts for an interactive experience that shows how stories – including this fairy tale about a young girl who rises above her humble circumstances – are told through dance. An activity tied to the ballet will follow. Open to all ages and families.
ADULTS / CAREER / TECH
Mystery Mavens Book Club
Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30 pm
Join us for a lively discussion of Death of a Rainmaker by Laurie Loewenstein. April’s discussion will focus on Black Rabbit Hall by Eve Chase.
SOUTHWEST
828.466.6818
CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES
Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays at 10 am and Thursdays at 11 am
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.
Dr. Seuss STEAM Party
Monday, March 2 at 4 pm
School-aged children are invited for Dr. Seuss-themed activities and party fun. Children will be creating art, practicing their creative writing skills, and more!
ADULTS / CAREER / TECH
Chair Yoga
Thursdays at 9:30 am
This is a great class for people who prefer not to get up and down from the floor. The poses are modified so that they can also be performed while you're seated in a chair. Enjoy the benefits of yoga while adjusting the regimen for your convenience and comfort!
ST. STEPHENS
828.466.6821
CHILDREN / TEENS / FAMILIES
PAWS to Read with Sherman
Mondays from 4-6 pm
Elementary-aged children are invited to read to Sherman, our therapy dog. Children who read aloud to therapy animals on a regular basis demonstrate improvement in their reading skills! Call the branch to reserve a 20-minute appointment with Sherman!
Preschool: Bilingual Ready to Learn Storytime
Tuesday evenings at 6 pm
Presented in Spanish and English
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.
Preschool: Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays & Thursdays at 10 am; Tuesday evenings at 6 pm
Songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn. Ideal for children 3-5, but all are welcome.
Storytime Ballet: Cinderella
Saturday, February 29 at 1 pm
Join Hickory Ballet and Performing Arts for an interactive experience that shows how stories – including this fairy tale about a young girl who rises above her humble circumstances – are told through dance. An activity tied to the ballet will follow. Open to all ages and families.
ADULTS / CAREER / TECH
English as a Second Language Classes
Saturdays at 9 am
Through instruction and conversation, participants will gain confidence and skills in speaking, reading, and comprehension. For details, call the library at 828.466.6821 or Centro Latino at 828.330.0477.
Just Walk Series...continued
Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 at 4 pm
Exercise is a vital part of a full and healthy life. Join us as we continue following along with the Leslie Sansone: Just Walk! DVD, a fun and energetic video that promotes exercise with a few simple steps.
Gentle Morning Yoga
Saturdays, March 7 and 21 at 11:30 am
Gentle yoga is a slower-paced practice suitable for all people, including those with injuries, physical limitations, and/or chronic health conditions. Props may be used to help align and support the body. Please bring a yoga mat or thick towel for floor work. Open to ages 14+ (parental signature required for teens under 18).
Adult Coloring Club: Spring Time
Saturday, March 7 at 2 pm
Color your stress away! We’ll provide the coloring sheets, markers, and crayons – you bring the creativity!
LIBRARY TO GO
Catawba Library to Go Stop
Thursdays, March 5 and 19 from 10 am-6 pm at Redeemer Lutheran Church (200 S Main St, Catawba)
Join us in Catawba to check out items, get help with computer and device questions, and much more. We’ll also have storytime at 10:45 am for children of all ages. We look forward to seeing you there!
SYSTEMWIDE
Census 2020
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. Interested in taking a more active role? Visit www.2020census.gov/jobs to find out about part-time or full-time temporary positions in our area.