Read and Win Big Prizes!
Beanstack
Opportunities to win Summer Reading Prizes are waiting for you in the Beanstack app! The user-friendly Beanstack app (iOS, Android) makes it easy to sign up, track activities and reading, and earn badges for chances to win great prizes this summer!
Get started by downloading the free app for iOS or Android, or visit the Sioux City Public Library’s Beanstack page to create an account.
Bingo Cards:
Stop in to any Sioux City Public Library location and pick up a Bingo Reading Challenge card! Bring completed Bingo cards to the Upper Level desk at the Aalfs Downtown Library for a free book (*prizes are limited). Bingo cards are one of the many ways you can earn tickets on the Beanstack App towards prizes. Complete as many cards as you can between June 1 – July 31.
Adult Summer Reading Kickoff: Trivia Night at Buffalo Alice!
Wednesday, June 3 • Buffalo Alice (1022 4th Street) • 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Join the Sioux City Public Library for a night of trivia! Win books for prizes and learn more about the Adult Summer Reading program! Arrive early to get a table and play as a team or on your own. Trivia Night is free and open to the public. Food and beverages may be purchased from Buffalo Alice staff.
June Events
Bad Seeds: A Sioux City True Crime Downtown Walking Tour
Build a Bird Habitat
July Events
Popcorn Tasting Event
Bad Seeds: A Sioux City True Crime Downtown Walking Tour
Puzzle Competition
News and Updates
Bad Seeds: A Sioux City True Crime Downtown Walking Tour on June 9
Step into Sioux City’s past with Local History Librarian Specialist Sarah Enright on Bad Seeds: A Sioux City True Crime Downtown Walking Tour. This guided walking tour loops through the heart of downtown, beginning and ending at the Sioux City Public Library. Along the way, you’ll visit the real locations where shocking crimes unfolded, uncovering the people, motives, and moments that left lasting marks on the community.
Adult Summer Reading Kickoff: Trivia Night at Buffalo Alice on June 3
We are kicking off Adult Summer Reading with Trivia Night at Buffalo Alice on Wednesday, June 3 from 6:30-8:30pm! Play some trivia, win books, and learn more about the Adult Summer Reading Program!
Intro to Gaming on July 17
Ready to level up? In this introduction to gaming we'll explore some of the basic concepts of video games and gaming. We'll review the benefits of gaming and take a look at some popular games and consoles, including Nintendo Switch, XBox, and VR headsets. We'll also demonstrate where to find free games and start playing! This talk is presented by Connections Area Agency on Aging and Senior Planet Partner Resources.
Board Game-a-Palooza on July 12
Pop into Aalfs Downtown Library for a relaxing afternoon of board games from the Library's new board game collection! A variety of popular board and card games - from classic family games to modern favorites - will be waiting for you! All ages and skill levels are welcome at this drop-in event.
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Locations:
Aalfs Downtown Library
529 Pierce Street
712-255-2933
Monday – Wednesday 9am – 8pm
Thursday – Saturday 9am – 5pm
Sunday (Sept – May) 1pm – 5pm
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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
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Perry Creek Branch Library
2912 Hamilton Boulevard
Plaza Professional Center, Lower B
712-255-2926
Monday – Friday 10:30am – 5:30pm