October is HALLOW-READ month! Kids (ages 0-18) can log their reading and earn a prize just for registering and also when you hit your reading goal! Ages 0-5 have a goal of reading 30 books over the course of the month. Ages 6-18 have a goal of reading 5 hours over the course of the month.
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!
Renew your mind, body and spirit in this session for the whole family! Learn basic yoga poses and mindfulness exercises to keep you grounded and healthy. We’ll share tools like stretching and movement to bring more joy into your day during this hour-long session. Registration is required.
Show off your mad trivia skills at this after-hours, teens-only event! Bring the squad and play as a team or form a group with other attendees. Two categories for first place: highest scoring team ages 12-14 and highest scoring team ages 15-18. Prizes and snacks provided. Prizes and snacks provided. Registration is required.
Teens will create putty with holographic mica powder for kneading, thinking, stress relief, and fun! All teens will go home with 6 ounces of putty in a customizable container. Snacks will be provided. Registration is required.
Sample a variety of popcorn flavors and vote for your favorite! All ages welcome at this family-friendly event happening from 2 to 3 pm on Saturday, July 11 at the Aalfs Downtown Library.
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.
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.
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.
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.