We're launching All the Feels – Kids Winter Reading Challenge (For Ages 0-18)! Now through January 31 kids can log their reading and earn an emoji backpack plushie!
Fed by the author’s cherished Italian roots comes a bighearted, hilarious novel of the the story of one woman’s determination to live a creative life that matters, with enough room left over for love. With a one-way ticket to Italy, Jess is determined to write a new story on her own terms–this time, in stone.
Party in your PJs at the Library at this cozy winter storytime! Enjoy snuggly warm stories, a super sing-along, and a fantastically fun craft! Don't forget to wear your favorite pajamas! Parking is free at the Aalfs Downtown Library on weekends.
Join us for a family movie! The featured presentation is a newly released (2025) live-action family movie: When Hiccup befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon, their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society.
These drop-in events are for all ages and happening from 2 to 3:30 pm on December 22, 23, 26, 29, 30, and 31! All supplies provided.
Get registered for these STEM-themed events (for Ages 4-12) happening at the Aalfs Downtown Library on December 27 at 11 am.
Sioux City readers are invited to read, write, and win with our newest Beanstack challenge. To get started: download the free Beanstack app on your device or visit siouxcitylibrary.beanstack.com!
For adult parents/caregivers and babies ages 0-12 months. Join us for a 20-minute early literacy experience just for the little ones! Babies learn and engage with rhymes, songs, books, and bounces. Comfy clothes suggested. Feel free to bring a blanket for you and baby to sit on the floor together. Chairs are also available. Free parking on weekends.
Get ready for a scrumptious collection of stories and songs about one of our favorite desserts - cookies! After storytime, we'll cook up a cookie counting craft! Parking is free at the Aalfs Downtown Library on weekends.
The Sioux City Public Library has launched 3 to Go, a new personalized book bundle service. Using 3 to Go, patrons or their children will receive three books hand-picked for them by Sioux City Public Librarians.
