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
Traditional African Storytelling and Drumming featuring Kofi Dennis on August 9 & 10
Experience West African stories, poetry, and drumming in this interactive and hands-on presentation featuring Kofi Dennis, Wolf Trap Performing Arts Master Teacher and Drummer. Perfect for preschool and elementary age children and their families. Free and open to everyone!
Owl Presentation with Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center on July 31
Naturalists from the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center are bringing some of their feathered friends to the Aalfs Downtown Library for a meet and greet to celebrate the finale of Adult Summer Reading. You will learn all about these owls and see them for yourself up close!
Teen After-Hours: Karaoke @ the Library on July 19
Belt out your favorite karaoke songs while the lyrics project on our big screen. Have other mind-blowing skills you want to share? It's also open mic night! Performing not your thing? Bring your squad and enjoy the show from the audience. The Jolly Time Popcorn Bar will complete this rocking after-hours experience.
Family Movie Fridays!
Come in from the heat to enjoy a free movie on the big screen. We'll provide the popcorn, courtesy of Jolly Time Popcorn. Feel free to bring your own beverage (must have a lid or resealable cap).
Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday Celebration on July 18
Join us for a birthday celeBEARtion! 2024 marks the 80th birthday of Smokey the Bear! Only you (and all your closest friends!) can join Smokey Bear for birthday fun at the Library! The Sioux City Fire Department will be there to share fire safety tips and attendees can check out a fire engine up close! At this fun birthday celebration, you will not only meet Smokey Bear but get to sing Happy Birthday to him! Registration is required.
Guided Meditation with The Expansion Center on July 17
Center yourself and unwind at the Aalfs Downtown Library with this hour-long guided meditation program led by specialists from The Expansion Center on July 17 from 6 - 7 pm.
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