Children can learn much from the stories shared here and from interacting with others their own age. Curious young minds experience the magic that stories offer while developing social skills, building vocabulary, and developing early literacy skills for future reading success.
Reading aloud introduces the idea that stories are worth telling, that books are worth sitting down and listening to, and that the Library is a great place to explore the world with others. Join us!
Weekly Storytimes
Join us for a shared storytime experience for children not yet in school and their caregiver.
Tuesdays • 11:00-11:30 am
Perry Creek Branch Library
2912 Hamilton Blvd. (Lower B, Plaza Professional Center)
(712) 255-2926
Wednesdays • 10:30-11:00 am
Morningside Branch Library
4005 Morningside Avenue
(712)255-2924
Youth News
1st Saturday Family Storytime: Under the Sea on February 3
What could be Under the Sea? Sea Stars, Clown Fish, and Sharks galore! What ocean adventures will we explore? Attendees will experience fin-tastic fun through stories, songs and rhymes. Plus, make a splash with a colorful craft! All ages welcome. For February only – we’re having our 1st Saturday Family Storytime at the Morningside Branch Library! Registration is required.
¡Storytime en Español!
Sábado, 20 de enero - 11 am. Por favor acompáños para una hora de cuentos, actividades y diversión para toda la familia. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! Estacionamiento es gratis los fines de semana.
Coloring Contest: Win Tickets to Baby Shark at the Orpheum on Feb. 3
Win tickets to see Baby Shark’s Big Broadwave Tour at the Sioux City Orpheum on Saturday, February 3! Stop in to any Sioux City Public Library location and pick up a Baby Shark coloring sheet. You can color at the Library or take it home but be sure to return your sheet to any Library location by January 20!
1st Saturday Family Storytime: Pajama-Rama on January 6
Jammies in the Library? You bet! Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to the Library for a fun and snuggly storytime! We will read books, sing songs and finish with a pajama-riffic craft. All ages welcome. Free parking on weekends! Registration is required.
Crafternoons at the Library: December 27 – 30
Looking for something fun to do during Christmas break? Crafternoons at the Library have just what you need! The Maker Cart will be filled with supplies. Children, teens and their families are invited to join us in making the craft of the day, or they may choose to make their own creation using the Library’s wide variety of supplies and tools! All supplies will be provided.
1st Saturday Family Storytime: Let It Snow on December 2
Snow is scattering, friends are gathering! Join us December 2 for a snowy storytime featuring books, songs, and activities about SNOW! After storytime, we'll create our own magic snow to take home! All ages welcome. Free parking on weekends! Registration is required.
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
Click here for a virtual tour!
Perry Creek Branch Library
2912 Hamilton Boulevard
Plaza Professional Center, Lower B
712-255-2926
Monday – Friday 10:30am – 5:30pm