LIBRARY CONNECTIONS

May 2015
LIBRARY CONNECTIONS
Catawba County Library System’s Monthly Newsletter
Historical Fiction Author Visit with Scott Syfert
The Newton Branch will host Scott Syfert as he signs The First
American Declaration of Independence? The Disputed History of
the Mecklenburg Declaration of May 20, 1775 on Tuesday, May 12,
2015, at 6:30 pm. Mr. Syfert will discuss the book and take Q&A
from the audience before he signs copies of his book. The event is
free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase and
autographing.
Scott Syfert resides in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area and is also a
corporate attorney. He is co-founder of The May 20th Society (www.
may20thsociety.org), a nonprofit dedicated to commemorating
the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence. He is also a board
member of the Trail of History. His vision and leadership helped create
the Charlotte Liberty Walk, a tour in Center City Charlotte of historic
sites from the American Revolution.
Robo•tition
Newton Branch - Auditorium
Thursday, May 7 from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Catawba County Robotics teams are wrapping up their training with a friendly
competition. All ages are invited to come and cheer on their branch team in this
competition showcasing all that students have learned.
Love to Talk About Books?
Newton Branch
Thursday, May 14 at 6:30 pm
Join the club! This is the first interest meeting for a book club that will focus on
Popular Romantic Fiction. This new cook club will be unique as it will meet in real life
and online through the Good Reads website. Titles for the book club have not been
selected. If you are interested in participating in this Popular Romantic Fiction Book
Club please come to the interest meeting.
Learn, Act, Grow Series
Newton Branch
Thursday, May 21
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Join Dr. George Place, Catawba Cooperative
Extension Director, for this presentation
about the importance of healthy soils when
it comes to garden, lawn, and landscape
success. We will discuss soil basics, how to
test your soil, and how to convert household waste into black garden gold. You are
just one presentation away from having the tastiest backyard tomatoes yet - do not
miss out!
Family Yoga Night!
Conover Branch
Tuesday, May 12
6:30 pm
Claremont Branch
Friday, May 15
6:30 pm
Family Yoga is a fun, joyful and peaceful
way to move together mindfully. Family
Yoga begins with thoughtfully tuning
in, followed by a fun, mindful, playful
and meditative practice that includes
postures, partner poses and group
poses. Class concludes with relaxation
and guided imagery. Families of all ages
and abilities welcome! Registration is
required.
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The World of Carl Sandberg
The Green Room Community Theatre is performing “The World of Carl Sandburg,” written and
arranged by Norman Corwin, debuted in 1960 on Broadway and starred Betty Davis, David
Merrill and Clarke Allen. All ages are invited to enjoy Sandburg’s poetry and jokes, excerpts
from his prize-winning biography of Abraham Lincoln, and a selection of the folk songs he
collected all over America in the “American Song Bag.” Sandburg is one of very few authors
to win the Pulitzer Prize for both poetry and prose. Be sure to catch one of the following FREE
performances:
Friday, May 1 at 7 pm at Abernethy Laurels Retirement Community
Saturday, May 2 at 2 pm at Abernethy Laurels Retirement Community
Saturday, May 9 at 2 pmat the Main Library in Newton
“May the 4th Be With You” Trivia Night
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch
Monday, May 4 at 6 pm
Say “May the 4th Be With You” out loud and you will hear the pun that Star Wars fans worldwide
have turned into a rallying cry to proclaim their love of the saga. May 4, is the worldwide day to say
“May the Force be with you” to all, and celebrate the beloved Star Wars story that binds our galaxy
together.
Utilizing Local Herbs with Tamika Garrison and Jeanne Wade
Maiden Branch
Saturday, May 9th at 11 am
Tamika Garrison will discuss planting and propagating herbs in our area. Attendees will learn
how to preserve their planted items properly and how to utilize culinary herbs in recipes as
opposed to unhealthy alternative seasonings. Light snacks will be provided as an example
plus several recipes. The workshop is free and registration is not required.
Bike Safety Workshop
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch
Monday, May 18 at 4 pm
Bring the family to a bike safety workshop in honor of American Bike Month.
This class is for individuals over the age of four (4) that can ride a bike. It will
cover bike safety including helmets, what to wear, when and where to ride,
and hand signals. A bike rodeo will be set up in the parking lot. Children will
need to bring a bike and a helmet which will be fitted to the child. They will
be taught how to wear the helmet properly. Registration is not required.
Murder Mystery Dinner: Passion and Pasta
Claremont Branch
Thursday, May 21 at 6:30 pm
Mystery buffs and amateurs alike are invited to take part in this night of murder mystery
fun. Enjoy a free spaghetti dinner as you play your role in the game and discover clues.
Seating is limited to eight; registration is mandatory. Ages 18 and up.
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Branch Events
@ the Newton Branch
Family Programs
STEAM-related motion picture
Tuesday, May 19 at 5pm
Showing of “Strange Magic” (rated PG)
Adult Programs
Historical Fiction Author Visit
with Scott Syfert
Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30 pm
County-Wide Book Club Interest Meeting
Newton Branch
Thursday, May 14, at 6:30 pm
Hands on Banking Program Series:
Identity Theft
Monday, May 18 from 6 pm -7 pm
Want to take charge of your own finances
and reach your goals? Whether you want
to build your credit, your investments, or
your own small business, this Hands on
Banking program offers all the basic money
tools, skills, and information you need.
Learn, Act, Grow Series
Thursday, May 21 from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
@ the Conover Branch
Family Programs
Family Yoga
Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30 pm
Adult Programs
Trivia Night
Tuesday, May 19 at 6 pm
Challenge yourself and show off your
knowledge by teaming up for pub-style
trivia.
@ the Claremont Branch
Family Programs
Family Yoga
Friday, May 15 at 6:30 pm
Children Programs
Paws to Read with Nicole
Every Tuesday from 4:30 to 6 pm
All children are welcome to come and visit
Nicole, a Pomeranian that loves to be read
to. Nicole visits the library every Tuesday
and kids are invited to share their favorite
stories or read from their current book.
Registration is required.
Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays and Thursdays 10am
Target age: newborn - 5 years
Ready to Learn Storytime is an educational
enhanced storytime that incorporates
early literacy skills as well as developmental
cognitive skills that help prepare children
for kindergarten.
Paws to Read with Maggie and Brandy
Monday, May 4 from 4 pm – 6 pm
School aged children are invited to visit
with two golden doodles that love to be
read to. Maggie and Brandy will visit the
library the first Monday of every month.
Kids are invited to share their favorite
stories or read from their current book to
our special K-9 friends. Registration is not
required but it is preferred.
STEAM - Cinco de Mayo Style
Tuesday, May 5 at 5pm
Parents, bring your school-aged children
to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with food
Kid Programs
Little Learning Party
Tuesdays at 11 am
Target age/population: 2-5
Experience the joy of learning with your
little ones while we sing, dance, read and
play games. This 30 minute story time is
followed by a craft and playtime.
Baby Bounce
Wednesdays at 10 am
Target age: 3-18 months
This sweet and simple 30-minute story
time features rhymes, bounces, sensory
play and singing for our youngest learners.
Adult Programs
Murder Mystery Dinner:
Passion and Pasta
Thursday, May 21 at 6:30 pm
and fun during this Science, Technology,
Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics
(STEAM) program.
Robo•tition
Newton Branch - Auditorium
Thursday, May 7 from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
The “A” in STEAM stands for Liberal Arts!
Tuesday, May 12 at 5 pm
Learning with Limericks is a program, for
school-aged children that focus on the
liberal arts component in STEAM.
Summer Reading Kick-off
Tuesday, May 12 (all day)
Keep kids and teens learning this summer
with our Summer Reading program.
Registration begins for this year’s Summer
Reading Program on May 26.
Digital Technology Programs
Introduction to Windows 8.1
Wednesday, May 13 from 10 am – 11 am
Windows 8 is the latest version of
Microsoft's operating system for PCs
and tablets. You may be confused by
this completely redesigned version of
Windows, but our tutorial will help guide
you through the many changes Microsoft
has made. Bring your own Windows 8.1
tablet or laptop and we will work out the
rest!
Fancy Nancy Soiree
Saturday, May 9 am at 12 pm
Have fun in a world of feather boas, glitter,
and jewels with this party honoring Fancy
Nancy. Fabulous children of all ages and
genders are invited.
Digital Technology Programs
Introduction to Computer Applications
Friday, May 8 at 10 am
Students will learn fundamental concepts
of computer hardware and software
and become familiar with a variety of
computer applications. Registration is
required.
Digital Technology Programs
Intro to Computers
Thursday, May 7 at 2 pm
Learn the basics of computers and their
parts with this class for beginners.
The gold star denotes a program featured on the prior pages.
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@ the Southwest
Branch
Adult Programs
The Catawba Crafters
Mondays at 6:30 pm and Fridays at noon
The group has a focus on crafting for those
in need, but personal crafting is welcome
too! Everyone is welcome.
@ the Sherrills Ford-
Terrell Branch
Family Programs
Science Saturday’s
Saturday, May 9 at 1 pm
Join us each month for beautifully filmed
documentaries about our planet and its
many wonders. Showing Disney Nature:
Bears.
Bike Safety Workshop
Monday, May 18 at 4 pm
Adult Programs
Lei Day Celebration
Friday, May 1 at 4 pm
Hawaii’s celebration of May Day as Lei
Day began in 1927. This Day is dedicated
to honoring lei-making and the custom of
wearing lei. Join us to make colorful paper
flower lei, listen to Hawaiian music and sip
on a coconut-pineapple drink.
VE Day
Friday, May 8 all day
In remembrance of VE Day (Victory
in Europe), the day that marks Nazi
Germany’s unconditional surrender of its
armed forces in WW II, Veterans can stop
by the library and receive a flag and a
thank you in honor of their service.
@ the St. Stephens
Branch
Family Programs
Mother’s Day Celebration
Saturday, May 9 from 2:30 pm - 4:30
pm
Kid Programs
Ready to Learn Storytime
Tuesdays at 6 pm
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 am
Children Programs
Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays at 10 am
Thursdays at 11 am
Ready to Learn Storytime is an educational
enhanced storytime that incorporates
early literacy skills as well as developmental
cognitive skills that help prepare children
for kindergarten.
Preschool and Younger
Programs
Ready to Learn Storytime
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 am
Join us for songs, sensory play, crafts,
and stories designed to prepare your
preschooler to learn.
Baby Bounce
Tuesdays at 2 pm
This sweet and simple 30 minute story
time features rhymes, bounces, sensory
play, and singing for our youngest learners.
Children’s/ Teen Programs
“May the 4th Be With You” Trivia Night
Monday, May 4 at 6 pm
Pawsitive Reading
Thursday, May 7 from 3:30 pm to 5 pm
Have a pawsitive reading experience!
Come read to certified therapy dogs,
Maggie and Brandy. 15 - 20 minute
sessions. Registration is required.
You, Me and a Cup of Tea!
Tuesday, May 12 at 4:30 pm
We are celebrating our moms
by hosting a tea party in their
honor. Registration is required.
Bring your preschoolers and toddlers
to enjoy stories, dancing, songs, crafts
and fun with our children’s librarian.
Children’s Choice Book Award Story Time
and Crafts
Friday, May 8 from 4:30 pm –5:30 pm
A selection of books from the Children’s
Choice Book Award List will be read aloud
and children will make bookmarks.
Digital Technology Programs
“How to Use the Library Web page”
Wednesday, May 6 from 10 am – 11 am
Digital Technology Programs
Microsoft Word 101
Friday May 15 at 10 am
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word and
create any document you wish with this
class for beginners.
Microsoft PowerPoint Workshop
Friday May 22 at 10 am
Learn the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint
and create your first digital presentation
with this class for beginners.
Digital Technology Programs
Introduction to Microsoft Word
Tuesday, May 12 from 6 pm to 7 pm
This class covers Microsoft Word 2007. The
composition and editing of documents;
basic page formatting; creating headers,
footers, footnotes, etc.; Utilizing views and
styles, spelling and grammar checking and
more.
Introduction to Smart-phones
Tuesday, May 26 from 6 pm to 7 pm
Is this your first smart-phone? Do you
believe you need a lot of instruction
beyond the quick start guide? This course
is designed to take the mystique out of the
device so that even a complete novice to
smart-phones can get up and running very
quickly. Bring your smart-phone and learn
how to use it.
Computer and Tablet Drop-In Sessions
Computer and e-Reader drop-in sessions
are officially every other Tuesday from
6 - 7 pm, but patrons can call and set up
a one-on-one appointment anytime for
anything that will required assistance for a
longer period of time.
This technology workshop will teach
participants how to access and manage
their library accounts as well as how to use
the various links on the library system’s
homepage. Registration is required.
“Internet Searching”
Wednesday, May 20 at 10 am
This workshop will introduce you to the
various search tools that can be used for
searching the Internet, briefly describing
the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Registration is required.
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