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
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).
Read-To-Me-Dogs on June 25
Practice reading to gentle canine listeners at this drop-in event featuring specially trained therapy dogs. No registration required. Happening at the Aalfs Downtown Library Tuesday, June 25 from 2 - 3 pm.
Young Birders Backpack Kit Now Available!
The Loess Hills Audubon Society has donated a Young Birders Backpack Kit to the Sioux City Public Library! Thanks to a generous Mildred Anderson grant from the Juniour League of Sioux City, the Loess Hills Audubon Society was able to provide a birding backpack for kids that is available for checkout by full-access Sioux City Library cardholders that are 18+.
Green Thumb Plant Swap Meet on June 22
Trade houseplants, seeds, plant cuttings, outdoor greenery, or newly propagated plants, while meeting other plant aficionados and aspiring green thumbs from around the community—all in the spirit of "zero waste"!
Teen After-Hours Adventure: Mystery at Camp Harmony Hollow on June 21
Summer Camp at Harmony Hollow is usually full of outdoor fun and frolic. But suddenly it’s full of danger and discord: the Camp’s beloved mascot is missing! Was it foul play? Teens explore the Library for clues, solve puzzles, and complete fast-paced challenges to unravel the mystery. We’ll also have prizes and snacks for our tenacious teen detectives. For teens ages 12 - 18 - registration is required.
Audubon Bird Presentation with Randy on June 19
Come learn about the history of the National Audubon Society and the Loess Hills Audubon Society from Randy Williams, member of the Loess Hills Audubon Society. Randy will also introduce us to the sport of birding (and share intel on local birding hotspots!) and highlight some of the tools — both old and new — available to help people become involved in this highly rewarding activity.
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
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