Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library March 24-31
Published: March 24, 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
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
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: 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.
Ready to Learn: Evening Storytime
Mondays, March 27 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for an evening storytime for children and families. We will share songs, stories, and engage in early literacy activities proven to make a difference.
Programs for teens!
Teen Tuesdays
Tuesdays at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
March 28: Game Night
Teen Cookie Wars
Friday, March 24 at 4 pm
Conover Branch Library
The mission: create your cookie masterpiece before time runs out. The reward: bragging rights (and more cookies)! All of the sugary supplies will be provided. Sign up as an individual or as a team. To register, please visit the branch or call 828-466-5108.
Programs for adults!
Zumba Mondays!
Mondays at 6 pm
Main Library at 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).
Community Navigator
Thursdays & Fridays from 9 am - 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
Stop in to visit with a Community Navigator for a one-on-one session to get connected with services, resources, and local assistance available in Catawba County. For more information, please call 828-465-9553.
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. To register, please visit the library or call 828-466-6827.
Stretch for Health - Meditate for Mindfulness
Fridays at 4 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Research has shown that stretching can help improve flexibility, and range of motion of your joints. Combining it with meditation benefits both your emotional well-being and your overall health. Bring a mat or a large towel. Exercise waivers required.
What is 3D Printing?
Friday, March 24 at 4 pm
Main Library in Newton
Learn more about the 3D printer and software during this info session. This program is open to all ages. For more information, please call 828-465-9494.
Houseplant Swap
Saturday, March 25 at 1 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Come and explore houseplants with fellow enthusiasts at our house plant swap! We encourage bringing a clean cutting, rooted (water/soil), or any house plant you are ready to unload for something new but is not required to join.
Club de lectura: Un corazón lector
Domingo, 26 de marzo a las 5 pm
Se reunirá para discutir y conversar sobre la primera parte del libro Romper el círculo por Colleen Hoover. La ubicación de las reuniones cambia; por favor, llame al 828.465.8664 para más información.
Getting Started with Google Drive
Tuesday, March 28 at 2 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Learn about Google’s cloud-based service Google Drive by creating, sharing, and editing real-time documents, spreadsheets, and more.
Books Between Friends Book Club
Tuesday, March 28 at 6 pm
Claremont Branch Library
Join us as we talk about Barbara Kingsolver’s latest novel, Demon Copperhead, a book many readers and critics chose as their favorite book of 2022. All are welcome.
Bone Broth 101
Tuesday, March 28 at 6:30 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Melissa Falcone from True Cut Ranch will teach us how to make almost-free bone broth at home using scraps. For more information, please call 828-466-6821.
Catawba County Genealogical Society
Tuesday, March 28 at 6:30 pm
Main Library in Newton, Rhodes Room
For the February meeting of the Catawba County Genealogical Society, we will be discussing various genealogical and local history topics. All are welcome to attend.
Family History Detective- Become a Tombstone Tourist
Wednesday, March 29 at 4 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
This engaging workshop will delve into everything you need to know to go looking for your ancestor’s final resting place. Discover the clues the graves are telling you.
Healthy Adults Series: Eating on a Budget
Thursday, March 30 at 11 am
Southwest Branch Library
Catawba Valley Medical Center Wellness Dietitian, Lindsie Miles (MS, RDN, LDN) will discuss how healthy eating does not have to break the bank. Join us to learn about eating healthy on a budget from the grocery store and while eating out.
Piece of Cake Book Club
Thursday, March 30 at 5 pm
Narrow Coffee & Nosh in Newton
Selecting a diverse range of works and authors, join us to chat about March's pick, Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney. We’ll also be choosing future Piece of Cake Book Club selections.
