Sioux Center Public Library RSS Feed https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/events/feed/rss RSS Feed for Calendar en Story Time https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/story-time-14320 Games & Activities General Programs Storytimes Youth Children (Age 0-4) ]]> 04/02/24 @ 10:00am - 04/02/24 @ 11:00am Room CD Sioux Center Public Library Thematic program using books, songs, and rhymes to assist the parent/caregiver in reading to their child. Activities support the development of language skills, listening skills, and word awareness for the purpose of encouraging a lifelong interest in reading. Activities and crafts are designed for children ages 3-6, but siblings of all ages are welcome to attend. The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Heidi at Heidi.Ouwinga@siouxcenterlibrary.org and the library will honor that request. https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/story-time-14320 Tech Tuesdays https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/tech-tuesdays-14130 Adult Education STEM Technology Classes Adults ]]> 04/02/24 @ 1:00pm - 04/02/24 @ 3:00pm Genealogy Area Sioux Center Public Library Drop in for assistance with topics like the library’s electronic resources (eBooks, online courses, etc.), basic computer and tablet use, email essentials, online job applications, resume writing, Microsoft Office skills, and social media basics. If others are waiting, 20 minute time slots may apply. The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Heidi at Heidi.Ouwinga@siouxcenterlibrary.org and the library will honor that request. https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/tech-tuesdays-14130 Chess Club https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/chess-club-14363 Adult Education Games & Activities General Programs STEM Youth School Age (TK-4th Grade) Tweens (5th-8th Grade) Teens (9th-12th Grade) Adults Families ]]> 04/02/24 @ 6:30pm - 04/02/24 @ 8:00pm Room A Sioux Center Public Library <p>Join us for Chess Club! If you have never played before, it is a great place to learn. We welcome the expert as well!&nbsp;</p> <p>Registration is helpful, but not required.&nbsp;</p> The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Heidi at Heidi.Ouwinga@siouxcenterlibrary.org and the library will honor that request. Registration is required. https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/chess-club-14363 Tech Help at Crown Pointe Estates https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/tech-help-crown-pointe-estates-14984 Adult Education STEM Technology Classes Adults ]]> 04/03/24 @ 2:00pm - 04/03/24 @ 3:30pm Outreach/Offsite Off Site The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Heidi at Heidi.Ouwinga@siouxcenterlibrary.org and the library will honor that request. <p>Library staff will have a table set up in the West Branch area at Crown Pointe Estates to offer free assistance with technology questions. We're happy to help with email, eBooks, cell phones, tablets, Word, social media basics, online safety, and more! If others are waiting, 15 minute time slots may apply.</p> https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/tech-help-crown-pointe-estates-14984 Chillax Book Club https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/chillax-book-club-14240 Arts & Crafts Book Discussions Health/Wellness Youth School Age (TK-4th Grade) ]]> 04/03/24 @ 2:30pm - 04/03/24 @ 3:30pm Room A Sioux Center Public Library The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Heidi at Heidi.Ouwinga@siouxcenterlibrary.org and the library will honor that request. Registration is required. Registration starts: 02/06/2024 @ 11:00pm Registration end: 06/01/2024 @ 1:30pm <p>Chillax Book Club is for children in the 3rd and 4th grade who desire to listen to good book while coloring, doing puzzles and various activities, and enjoying an after school snack.</p> https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/chillax-book-club-14240 Reading with Fern https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/reading-fern-14968 General Programs Youth Children (Age 0-4) School Age (TK-4th Grade) Tweens (5th-8th Grade) Families ]]> 04/03/24 @ 2:30pm - 04/03/24 @ 4:30pm Children's Area Sioux Center Public Library The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Heidi at Heidi.Ouwinga@siouxcenterlibrary.org and the library will honor that request. <p>Kids will enjoy reading with Fern the Reading Dog and Miss Rachel for a 15-minute time slot.</p> <p><a href="https://calendly.com/siouxcenterlibrary/stanley">Sign up online</a> or call us at 712.722.2138.</p> https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/reading-fern-14968 Pop Up & Play https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/pop-play-14376 Games & Activities General Programs Youth Children (Age 0-4) Families ]]> 04/04/24 @ 9:30am - 04/04/24 @ 11:30am Room CD Sioux Center Public Library Infants through six year old children are welcome to pop in and play at the library! We will have interactive toys & books for children to play with. An adult needs to be in attendance with the child. The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Heidi at Heidi.Ouwinga@siouxcenterlibrary.org and the library will honor that request. https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/pop-play-14376 My Art Story by Wilma Vande Berg https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/my-art-story-wilma-vande-berg-14976 Adult Education Arts & Crafts Speakers Adults ]]> 04/04/24 @ 3:00pm - 04/04/24 @ 4:00pm Room AB Sioux Center Public Library The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Heidi at Heidi.Ouwinga@siouxcenterlibrary.org and the library will honor that request. <p>Wilma Vande Berg has her art on display in the front hallway of the library. Hear Wilma's story about her love for art and the many different mediums she has tried:&nbsp;oil, water color, acrylics and ink.&nbsp;After her short program, take a walk down the hallway where she'll explain the history behind some of her art.&nbsp;</p> https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/my-art-story-wilma-vande-berg-14976 National Library Week https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/national-library-week-14349 General Programs Youth Children (Age 0-4) School Age (TK-4th Grade) Tweens (5th-8th Grade) Teens (9th-12th Grade) Adults Families ]]> 04/07/24 @ 12:00am - 04/13/24 @ 12:00am Sioux Center Public Library The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Heidi at Heidi.Ouwinga@siouxcenterlibrary.org and the library will honor that request. <p>National Library Week (April 7-13, 2024) is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.</p> <p><em><strong>This year's theme is Ready, Set, Library!</strong></em> Join us for a week full of activities for all ages! For complete list of all the programs, please click <a href="https://www.siouxcenterlibrary.org/national-library-week/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/national-library-week-14349 Eclipse Party https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/eclipse-party-15383 General Programs STEM Exoplanets Youth Children (Age 0-4) School Age (TK-4th Grade) Tweens (5th-8th Grade) Teens (9th-12th Grade) Adults Families 04/08/24 @ 12:30pm - 04/08/24 @ 3:15pm Sioux Center Public Library The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Heidi at Heidi.Ouwinga@siouxcenterlibrary.org and the library will honor that request. <p>Join us on the east lawn of the library to watch the solar eclipse! We will have two telescopes with solar filters for safe viewing of the eclipse on April 8. Library staff will be out with the telescopes from 12:30-3:15. Peak viewing time for the eclipse in our region is 1:56pm.&nbsp;Siouxland will see the eclipse reach&nbsp;70-80%&nbsp;totality.</p> <p>If you haven't picked up your eclipse glasses, we will have around 100 eclipse glasses to hand out, while supplies last.</p> <p>Hope to see you there!</p> https://siouxcenterlibrary.librarycalendar.com/event/eclipse-party-15383