Catawba County Library System

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Catawba County Library System A free public library system headquartered in Newton, NC, with 7 locations around Catawba County.

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Catawba County Comment Policy:
Catawba County welcomes comments to its social media pages. The purpose of these sites is to present matters of public interest in Catawba County, including its many residents, businesses and visitors. We encourage you to submit your questions, comments, and concerns, but please note this is a moderated online discussion site and not a public forum. It should be further noted that service requests should not be submitted through comments on any Catawba County social media site. Service requests must be submitted through established procedures. Once posted, Catawba County reserves the right to delete submissions that contain:
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Traffic Alert: Early Voting begins Thursday, October 15.The Main Library in Newton, along with the Southwest and Sherril...
10/12/2026

Traffic Alert: Early Voting begins Thursday, October 15.
The Main Library in Newton, along with the Southwest and Sherrills Ford-Terrell branches, and Conover Station, are Early Voting sites so you might see an increase in traffic when you visit the library. All library services are still available, just be mindful of your neighbors when coming and going. Happy voting!
The dates, hours, and locations for Early Voting are listed below. For more information, please visit www.catawbacountync.gov/elections

Friendly reminder for our Monday Zumba friends, you'll be meeting at First UMC Newton in the Fellowship Hall through the beginning of November (parking map in comments).

Program Updates:Our Vampires After Dark and Feel Good Fitness programs won't be happening this month. Sad face emoji. BU...
10/08/2026

Program Updates:

Our Vampires After Dark and Feel Good Fitness programs won't be happening this month. Sad face emoji.

BUT they will be rescheduled at a later date! We'll keep you updated on the new dates and times. Happy face emoji!

Costumes are expensive and time-consuming to buy/make, so we've come up with a good excuse to wear them more than just o...
10/01/2026

Costumes are expensive and time-consuming to buy/make, so we've come up with a good excuse to wear them more than just one day! 👻🎃

Costumes are encouraged at these kids and teens programs (also, here are some really fun things we're doing this month at your library)!

*No registration needed for any of these programs.

We made it!! Another day working 9.25 at the library 💖💅
09/25/2026

We made it!!
Another day working 9.25 at the library 💖💅

09/25/2026

Happy Dolly Parton Day from the Southwest Branch! 💖
You know the words! Sing (read) them with us!

It's officially Fall according to the calendar AND the weather (finally). 🍂👻🍁🎃To celebrate, here is a sneak peek of upco...
09/23/2026

It's officially Fall according to the calendar AND the weather (finally). 🍂👻🍁🎃
To celebrate, here is a sneak peek of upcoming programs for adults that will help you find the perfect cozy, creative, and spooky vibe for the season.

🎃Creative Outlet: Zen-Doodle Pumpkins
Thursday, October 1 at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Transform a simple pumpkin outline into a one-of-a-kind work of art using easy, repetitive patterns inspired by the Zen doodling method. To register, please call 828-465-8665.

🍂DIY Miniature Bookshelves
Monday, October 5 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Create your own tiny world of books and imagination! You’ll transform a small tin into a charming miniature bookshelf scene. To register, please call 828-466-6821.

👻Vampires After Dark
Saturday, October 10 at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Sink your teeth into the fascinating history of vampires! Join us after hours at the library for a special presentation exploring the evolution of vampires in folklore, fiction, and music. Our guest speaker will take us from ancient legends to modern interpretations of these enduring creatures of the night. Due to the nature of vampires, we rate this program PG-13.

👻Preserve Your Family Story: Cemetery Edition
Friday, October 16 at 5:30 pm
Main Library in Newton
Meet at the Library to go over the essentials of preserving records from headstones and then practice headstone rubbing at Eastview Cemetery.

🍁Spooky Tree Paintings
Saturday, October 17 at 3 pm
Main Library in Newton
Paint a spooky tree painting for Autumn. To register, please call 828-465-8665.

👻Halloween Trivia Night & Music Bingo
Monday, October 19 at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Join us for a spooktacular evening of Halloween trivia guaranteed to test your team’s knowledge about everything scary and ghoulish! Earn bonus points for dressing up!

🎃Halloween Trivia Night
Monday, October 26 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Get ready for a fun-filled evening of Halloween trivia! Trivia night will be packed with creepy facts, festive vibes, and frightfully fun prizes! Bonus points awarded to teams who come dressed in costume.

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115 West C Street
Newton, NC
28658

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