Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library September 6-13
Published: September 04, 2024
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.
Programs for children!
PAWS to Read
Tuesday, September 10
St. Stephens Branch Library
Encourage your young reader through reading with a therapy dog. Please schedule your visit by calling 828-466-6821.
Pre-K STEAM
Friday, September 13 at 10 am
St. Stephens Branch Library
Children and their grownups are invited to explore interactive play stations to build confidence in learning.
Programs for teens!
Skin Care 101
Tuesday, September 10 at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
There are lots of skin care products on the market. What do you really need? Join Advanced Skin Care Consultant, Jill Adair, to learn how to take care of your body’s
largest organ.
Teen Night: Air Plants
Tuesday, September 10 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for a Teen Air Plant Program! Learn about air plants and how to care for them while creating a unique display. Perfect for teens interested in gardening and nature!
Teen Sanrio Bead Buddies
Friday, September 13 at 4 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Using nothing but beads, string, and a few helpful patterns, make some of your favorite Sanrio characters, like Hello Kitty, Kuromi, and Cinamoroll, in this fun and simple craft for teen patrons!
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).
Purl and Chain: Knit 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.
Mindful Movement
Fridays at 3 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.
Become an Excel Expert
Tuesday, September 3 at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Whether spreadsheets are your love language, or you actually have to use them in your work tasks, chances are these trainings will answer all of your most pressing questions. Sign up for the classes you need. To register, please visit tinyurl.com/ccls-ExcelExperts
September 3 - The Quick Access Toolbar, Conditional Formatting, Data Validation, Regular Charts
September 10 - Lookups - Part 1: XLOOKUP & VLOOKUP
September 17 - Logical Aggregation (SUMIFS/AVERAGEIFS/MAXIFS/MINIFS)
September 24 - Working with Text (TEXTBEFORE/TEXTAFTER/TEXTJOIN/TEXTSPLIT)
Gentle Flow Yoga
Friday, September 6 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.
Bullet Journal Club
Monday, September 9 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for a laid-back hangout where we swap doodle ideas, chat about organizing tips, and sharing our favorite spreads. Some supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Seed Saving
Tuesday, September 10 at 6 pm
Maiden Branch Library
Seed saving is the process of saving seeds from one harvest for the next. There are many reasons gardeners collect and save seeds - to save money, for the challenge, or to save a specific variety. Master Gardener, Sharon Abernethy, will share how to properly harvest, process, and store seeds.
Digital Resources: NCLive – NewsBank
Tuesday, September 10 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Learn about how the library can provide you with free and convenient access to local and national newspapers from anywhere with your library card!
Mystery Mavens Book Club
Tuesday, September 10 at 6:30 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
The Mystery Mavens book club welcomes new members and is open to the public, even if you haven’t read the book. Join us for a lively discussion on The Kingdoms of Savannah by George Dawes Green.
Chess Around the World
Wednesday, September 11 at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Become fascinated by the intricacies of dozens of beautiful chess sets from around the world in this hands-on chess set exhibition and history talk. Learn how chess got started, the materials and artistry throughout the ages and test the feel of the different pieces in your hand. To register, please call 828-465-8665 or visit the library.
Adult Caregivers of Aging Parents: Difficult Conversations
Thursday, September 12 at 5:30 pm
Main Library in Newton
This month’s program will help attendees prepare for and hold conversations with their aging parents about legal and financial issues, driving, independent living, and more.
Visit with the Library to Go - out in the community!
Music on Main
Thursday, September 12 from 5 - 8 pm
Downtown Newton
Library to Go will be providing children’s activities during this fun downtown event.
