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12 Apr, 2024

Sioux City True Crime: Cold Case Files on April 30

By |April 12th, 2024|Adults, Events, Library News, Local History|

Sarah Enright, Local History Librarian Specialist, will examine several of Sioux City's infamous cold cases. Using the library's archived newspaper clippings, microfilm, and web resources, Sarah will present facts about the crimes, theories, and law enforcement efforts throughout the years. Memories and input from attendees will be encouraged as the cases are discussed.

12 Apr, 2024

May’s Open Book Club: The History of a Difficult Child by Mihret Sibhat

By |April 12th, 2024|Adults, Events, Library News, Open Book Club, Reader Services|

Told through the perspective of its charming and irresistible narrator, The History of a Difficult Child is about what happens when mother, God, and country are at odds, and how one difficult child finds her voice. There are two in-person sessions each month and a virtual option for those who can't make the in-person meetings!

12 Apr, 2024

2024 Book Lovers’ Book Sale: April 18 – 27

By |April 12th, 2024|Adults, Events, Kids, Library News, Teens, Youth|

It’s the most wonderful time of year - Book Sale Time! The Book Sale will run from April 18 through 27. This year's location is the also the location used last year, the former Chuck E Cheese site at the Southern Hills Mall. Park on the Barnes & Nobles side of the mall and use the outside door to enter. This used Book Sale is a Friends of the Sioux City Public Library fundraiser. Proceeds enrich public library service in Sioux City, funding children's summer reading initiative and providing books, recordings, online resources, and more!

2 Apr, 2024

Happy National Library Week! (April 7 – 13)

By |April 2nd, 2024|Adults, Kids, Library News, Teens, Youth|

National Library Week is a time to celebrate libraries, the contributions of library workers, and to promote library use and support. The theme for National Library Week 2024 is "Ready, Set, Library," illustrating the idea that in this fast-paced, online-focused world, libraries give everyone a green light to something truly special: a place to discover a great read, connect with others, and learn new skills.