Fall Programs
Registration for our Fall Programs opens August 15. Space is limited in most of these programs so sign up soon! Children's Programs (ages 0-4th grade) Tween/Teen Programs (5th-12th grade) Adult Programs …
Story of the Book
What are the similarities between reading a scroll in ancient times and “scrolling” on electronic devices now? See and touch samples of the earliest books and learn the history of the book. Professor Scott Culpepper will bring the history of the book alive.
Poetry Reading
Dave Schelhaas will join us at the library to talk about his new book and share his love of poetry. He will also read some of his poems and talk about what makes a great poem.
OBOSC Panel Discussion
One Book, One Sioux County will host a panel discussion on vaccinations at 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 14 at Dordt’s Ag Stewardship Center.
How to Diffuse a Situation
Parents are invited to hear Hannah Buteyn speak on how to diffuse a situation with a child who is upset. This program is being offered at the same time as Pop Up Play Day. Hannah is a licensed Master of Social Work and practices Behavioral Heath Therapy at SC Health.
OBOSC Author Event
One Book One Sioux County is excited to have author Tosca Lee at this year’s event on Thursday, November 4. This will be held at the Dordt Ag Stewardship Center. Registration is requested.
Harry Potter Party for Teens
Come join for an evening of magic and wizardry! We’ll have food, crafts, and more! Costumes encouraged – see you there!
Party open for students in grades 5-8.
Cost: $5
Holiday Boutique
Vendors are needed for the Holiday Boutique on November 20, 2021. This is a great opportunity for the public to come shop for everyone on their Christmas list! The Holiday Boutique will be held from 9am-2pm. Proceeds from this event will go towards upcoming building projects at the library.
100 Books Before College
The 100 Books Before College challenge is for 5th-12th grade students. The goal is to encourage students to continue to read in order to be as prepared for higher education as they can. This challenge will also take place solely on Beanstack.
500 Books Before 5th Grade
500 Books Before 5th Grade is a challenge for Kindergarten-4th grade students. The intent of the challenge is to encourage students to continue to read throughout the year. This challenge will take place solely on Beanstack.
What’s New at the Library
Curbside Service Available Year Round
Our curbside service is for anyone who desires to use it. We can bring books out to you if you’d rather not walk on the ice or if you have young children in your vehicle and don’t want to bring them in. Do not hesitate to use this service! Curbside service is available during all…
Beanstack Reading Challenges
Participate in our reading programs, earn incentives, and discover great books. We have two programs going live in September: Back to School Challenge and Hispanic Heritage Month Challenge. Sign up now through the Beanstack app. These challenges are both only available on Beanstack! Throughout the year we have different reading programs available on Beanstack. Create…
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