Library News
September’s Open Book Club: The Wayfinder by Adam Johnson
Evoking the grandeur of Wolf Hall and the splendor of Shōgun, the Pulitzer Prize–winning novelist Adam Johnson conjures oral history, restores the natural world, and locates what’s best in humanity. Toweringly ambitious and breathtakingly immersive, The Wayfinder is an instant, timeless classic.
Monday Matinee @ Morningside: August 24 at 1 pm
Look for a different movie every Monday at 1 pm! August 24th's Film: When a secretary's idea is stolen by her boss, she seizes an opportunity to steal it back by pretending she has her boss' job in this 1980s romantic comedy. (Rated R, 1988)
Baby Storytime on August 22
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. After Storytime, enjoy play and social time. 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.
Join the Sioux City Public Library Book Review Challenge!
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!
Upcoming Events
Library Storytime at Morningside Branch
- Aug 19, 10:30 AM
- Garretson Room, Morningside Branch Library
Library Storytime at Morningside Branch
- Aug 26, 10:30 AM
- Garretson Room, Morningside Branch Library
Library Storytime at Morningside Branch
- Sep 2, 10:30 AM
- Garretson Room, Morningside Branch Library
Kids & Teens
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Sharing books and stories is important to your child’s brain development. Join the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge that brings you and your child closer together while developing their vocabulary and preparing them to become a stronger reader. Learn how to get started!
Each week on Tuesday at 11 am at the Perry Creek Library or Wednesday at 10:30 am at the Morningside Branch Library join us for a fun and interactive storytime for ages 0 through 5! Curious young minds experience the magic that stories offer, build vocabulary, and develop early literacy skills for future reading success!
Locations:
Aalfs Downtown Library
529 Pierce Street
712-255-2933
Monday – Wednesday 9am – 8pm
Thursday – Saturday 9am – 5pm
Sunday (Sept – May) 1pm – 5pm
Click here for a virtual tour!
Free parking on weekends and after 5pm on weekdays
Morningside Branch Library
4005 Morningside Avenue
712-255-2924
Monday – Wednesday 10am – 6pm
Thursday – Friday 10am – 5pm
Saturday 9am – 5pm
Click here for a virtual tour!
Perry Creek Branch Library
2912 Hamilton Boulevard
Plaza Professional Center, Lower B
712-255-2926
Monday – Friday 10:30am – 5:30pm