Library News
Sioux City True Crime: A Century of Suspicion, Part 2 on April 25 and 28
Sioux City has never been short on secrets. From unsolved murders to headline-making trials, crime has shaped our community’s history for more than a century. Join Local History Librarian Specialist, Sarah Enright, as she uncovers one gripping case from each decade of the 20th century. This "Part 2" session will cover each remaining case that was not voted on in the fall sessions. If you missed Part 1 - do not fret! These cases stand on their own and require no prior knowledge.
STEM Youth Events (Ages 4 – 12) on April 25
Get registered for these STEM-themed events (for Ages 4-12) happening at the Aalfs Downtown Library on Saturday, April 25. Ages 4-8 will explore concepts of balance with towers and bridges and Ages 9-12 will build remote-controlled hydraulic claws.
2026 Book Lovers’ Book Sale: April 23 to May 2
It’s the most wonderful time of year - Book Sale Time! The Book Sale will run from April 23 through May 2. This year's location is the also the location used last year, the former Chuck E Cheese site at the Southern Hills Mall. Park on the Barnes & Noble side of the mall and use the outside door to enter. This used Book Sale is a Friends of the Sioux City Public Library fundraiser. Proceeds enrich public library service in Sioux City, funding children's summer reading initiative and providing books, recordings, online resources, and more!
Seed Swap on April 11
On Saturday, April 11 from 1 to 3 pm, visit the Aalfs Downtown Library for a Seed Swap - Kickstart your garden with a visit to the Sioux City Public Library. We are giving away free flower seed packets to help our community bloom! Select up to 15 packets per person. Do you have seed to swap or share? Feel free to bring any seeds you’d like to share with members of the community.
Upcoming Events
All Iowa Reads - Open Book Club
- May 11, 5 PM
- Security National Bank Conference Room, Aalfs Downtown Library
Library Storytime at Morningside Branch
- May 13, 10:30 AM
- Garretson Room, Morningside Branch Library
Library Storytime at Morningside Branch
- May 20, 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
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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