Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library September 1-7
Published: August 29, 2025
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
This sweet, simple, 20-minute story time features rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing for our youngest learners. Playtime follows.
Mondays at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Fridays at 10 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Sensory-Friendly: Ready to Learn Storytime
Tuesdays at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Join us for a fun, sensory-friendly storytime for neurodivergent children and their siblings! Enjoy songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed for a small group of 10, creating a calm, welcoming space. Afterward, stay for free play to encourage socialization & motor skills. To register, please visit the library or call 828-465-8665.
Programs for children, ages 0-5!
Pre-K STEAM
Tuesday, September 2 at 1 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Children and their grownups are invited to explore interactive play stations to build confidence in learning.
Programs for children, ages 6-11!
Lego Club
Wednesday, September 3 at 10 am
Maiden Branch Library
Build, make and play as we explore our creativity through Lego. We will have free play and a bridge building challenge.
Homeschool Hangout
Thursday, September 4 at 11 am
Conover Branch Library
Are you a homeschooling family or group? Meet other homeschoolers while enjoying an activity and coloring pages.
DIY Pirate Ships
Friday, September 5 at 4 pm
Main Library in Newton
Think you have what it takes to survive the high seas? See if you can build a pirate ship that actually floats in this hands-on engineering challenge!
Programs for adults!
Zumba Mondays!
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).
Typing Tuesdays
Tuesdays at 11 am
Main Library in Newton
Need to step-up your typing game? Join us to begin your typing journey or increase your typing speed and skills. All users will create a free typing account to allow them to continue practicing at their own pace! To register, please call 828-465-9565.
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.
Mindful Movement
Fridays at 3 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Low impact exercise and gentle stretching for all ages.
Career Center
Wednesday, September 3 from 1 - 4 pm
Main Library in Newton
A Goodwill career specialist will be available to provide one-on-one assistance with your job-related needs. Want to get your resume on Indeed or LinkedIn? This is your perfect opportunity! Reserve a 30-minute appointment by calling the library or drop in as you are able.
Computer Basics
Friday, September 5 at 4 pm
Main Library in Newton
Learn terminology and basic skills for using a computer. To register, please call 828-465-8665.
DIY – Fabric Flower Sign
Saturday, September 6 at 2 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Make your own cheerful DIY fabric flower craft in a cozy, homespun style.
