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Library News
Dungeons & Dragons Game Night on June 18
Local games store Games King hosts a Dungeons & Dragons game night at the Library for ages 12 and above. All skill levels welcome!
Using Facebook Presentation on June 12
Curious about Facebook but concerned about privacy? Interested in learning how to set up a profile or a page? Want to learn more about Facebook Live? This lecture offers an overview of Facebook's evolution, its most popular features, and tips for getting in on the action. This talk is presented by Connections Area Agency on Aging and Senior Planet Partner Resources.
Teen Crafternoon: Melted Crayon Art on June 11
Ever wondered what to do with broken or used crayons? We’ve got the perfect solution! Add heat and press to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind art! All supplies and snacks will be provided. Registration is required.
Summer Reading Celebration on June 9
Jump start your summer of fun at the Library! Sing and dance at the Family Karaoke Party, create a mini video game themed terrarium, meet Sioux City Explorers baseball players and Slider - their mascot, make a character for the Library's mural, and much more! Plus, pick up your Summer Reading Starter Pack and sign up on the Beanstack App.
LEGOs at the Library on June 5
LEGO builders unite! Kids ages 4 - 11 can use the Library’s LEGO collection and their imaginations to make cool creations while taking part in fun LEGO building challenges! Come anytime during this drop-in event.
Upcoming Events
Kids & Teens
Join us for a summer of activities to keep kids’ minds sharp, their imaginations active, and their creativity sparked. Come to our special events, plus, read your way to awesome prizes using Beanstack to track your progress. Check out the Summer Reading Calendar for the full line-up of activities.
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 Wednesday at 10:30 am join us on our Library Storytime Facebook Page for a fun and interactive storytime! Curious young minds experience the magic that stories offer, build vocabulary, and develop early literacy skills for future reading success!Your Content Goes Here
Not sure what to read? Check out our reading lists of age-appropriate books by grade and subject. (more)
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