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Jun, 2026
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Jun, 2026
July’s Open Book Club: To Save and to Destroy by Viet Thanh Nguyen
From the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Sympathizer comes a moving and unflinchingly personal meditation on the literary forms of otherness and a bold call for expansive political solidarity.
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Jun, 2026
Happy Birthday, America! Celebrating 250 Years on July 2
Let's party like it's 1776! Honor America's 250th anniversary by making your own patriotic craft creations at this drop-in event from 2 to 4 pm.
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Jun, 2026
Read-To-Me-Dogs Every Tuesday in June
Practice reading to gentle canine listeners at this drop-in event featuring specially trained therapy dogs. No registration required. Happening at the Aalfs Downtown Library every Tuesday in the month of June from 2 - 3 pm.
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Jun, 2026
Seeking Sasquatch 2: A Teen After-Hours Mystery on June 26
Teens explore the Library for clues, solve puzzles, and complete fast-paced challenges to unravel this after-hours mystery! "League of Heroes," a fully immersive virtual reality gaming experience is set to premiere at the Sioux City Public Library. Siouxland Teens can't wait to play the high-tech game, powered by HAL, the "League of Heroes" A.I. Games Master. But then HAL goes missing! It’s up to our teen detectives to solve the mystery of who took HAL and where they hid him! Prizes and snacks provided. Registration is required.
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Jun, 2026
Pokémon-a-thon! on June 24
Calling all Trainers! Join us for an all-day Pokémon celebration across the Sioux City Public Library system. Hunt down your favorite Pokémon in on epic library-wide scavenger hunts and try your hand at some cool Pokémon crafts. Different branches will host different activities, so journey around to catch 'em all!
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Jun, 2026
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.
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Jun, 2026
Build a Bird Habitat Event on June 13
Build and decorate your own bird house and bird feeder! All ages welcome at this family-friendly event happening from 2 to 4 pm on Saturday, June 13 at the Aalfs Downtown Library.
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Jun, 2026
Teen Crafternoon: Upcycled T-Shirt Tote Bag on June 10
Teens will create one-of-a-kind reusable bags using t-shirts, scissors, and fabric markers. Bring your own t-shirt or use one of our thrifted shirts! Snacks will be provided. Registration is required.
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May, 2026
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!