Programs

Calling all introverts, extroverts....well, EVERYONE! We are starting a book club for those who want time to read! Join us at New Grounds Coffee Co. on the 4th Saturday of the month at noon. Schedule: 12-12:30 grab a drink and/or lunch and we'll talk about what we're reading 12:30-1:30pm get comfortable and READ! 1:30pm time… Read More

A book club geared for adults to broaden your horizons and take a chance on books, authors, genres and topics you might not be familiar with or like. We'll also try looking at them through different thoughts and views to see what worked, what didn't, why and how perhaps it could have been done better.… Read More

Readers in 5th-12th grade are invited to read or listen to 100 books before college and earn a new set of badges! Readers who complete the challenge will earn a completion prize. We have a list of recommended reads here. However, you may read books of your choice as well. Any books count - books, graphic… Read More

Readers in Kindergarten-4th grade are invited to read or listen to 500 Books before 5th Grade and earn a new set of badges! Readers who complete the challenge will earn a completion prize. We have a list of recommended reads here. However, you may read books of your choice as well. Any books count -… Read More

The H.E.L.P Helpers Enhance Library Programs can come on a designated day to prep crafts with others or can come on their own. The H.E.L.P volunteers assist with craft preparation, dusting, book cleaning, disinfecting toys, and other tasks. Talk to Twila or call 712.722.2138 to learn more.… Read More

Programs presented by the Sioux Center Public Library support our mission to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our communities by bringing diverse people, information, and ideas together.   We welcome expressions of interest from community members and experienced instructors who are interested in presenting programs at the library. All programs must be open to the public… Read More

The Sioux Center Public Library offers an outreach program of bringing library materials to patrons at Crown Pointe, the Regency Retirement Residence, and to other seniors who are unable to visit the library. Sioux Center residents unable to visit the library may request home delivery of large print materials and recorded books (Books on CD).… Read More

The Sioux Center Public Library is looking for students entering 6th-12th grade who want to volunteer at the Sioux Center Public Library during the summer. This opportunity would include working at the Summer Reading Program table. Volunteers will explain the Summer Reading Program to patrons, help them sign up, hand out prizes, and collect reading… Read More

One Book One Sioux County a collaborative program among the 8 public and 3 academic libraries in Sioux County in an attempt at community building through community conversation. In this annual endeavor people and libraries-both public and academic-across Sioux County read and discuss the same book. The libraries host book talks in their own towns throughout… Read More

Sign up for a one-on-one tech appointment! Library staff is happy to help you learn how to use your new device, or teach you new tricks on your old one. We would love to help you get started with any of the following digital resources that the library provides to you for free! Your library card… Read More

Library programs & resources 1:1 tech help-Library staff is happy to help you learn how to use your new device, or teach you new tricks on your old one. We would love to help you get started with any of the following digital resources that the library provides to you for free! Sign up for an appointment… Read More

Library resources Conversation Club-this is offered periodically at different times/days. Please call the library at 712.722.2138 and talk to Ruth for more information. ESL Materials-see a list of ESL materials in our catalog. Books for students Books for teachers/tutors Dictionaries ESL leveled reading books DVDs for students DVDs for teachers/tutors Language games Flashcards Online resources Transparent Languages – an… Read More

Beanstack is an online app that individuals can use to track their reading, minutes, and activities!  It is very user-friendly and easy to sign up for challenges and earn tickets toward the grand prize drawings. There are monthly challenges so you will want to record all your reading here! Ongoing reading challenges include 1,000 Books… Read More

Adults are welcome to join us for book discussions one Saturday a month at the library. Books discussed are chosen from a wide variety of genres. Copies of the book chosen for a given month are available for check out at the Sioux Center Public Library. Coffee, friends, & books — what could be better… Read More

The Sioux Center Public Library volunTEEN program is designed to give youth in grades 5th-12th an opportunity to give back to the community, develop teamwork and future job skills, and participate in an enjoyable and productive activity. This opportunity would include shelving books, creating displays, preparing various library materials and other duties performed in a… Read More

Each winter the library hosts a reading program designed to encourage patrons to read and explore new authors, genres, or the variety of print and media available to read at the library. We make this a fun event with reading challenges and incentives. Currently the winter reading program targets teens and adults.… Read More

“Experts tell us that children need to hear 1,000 stories read aloud before they begin to learn to read for themselves.“–Mem Fox 1,000 Book Hall of Fame Did you know? If you read only 1 bedtime story every night for 3 years, you will have read 1,095 books! If you read 10 books each week… Read More

Every summer the library offers a summer reading program for people of all ages to encourage them to read, explore new authors and genres, and find out about the many different types of materials the library offers. The summer reading program is also a great way to encourage kids to keep reading during the summer… Read More

The Owl's Nest program is a mentoring program designed to encourage children to read, offer a supportive environment to develop strong literacy skills, and more importantly, make reading fun! Fill out an application today to have your child start reading 1:1 with a volunteer. (Or volunteer yourself to make a difference in the life of… Read More