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Spanish Camp

10:00am - 11:30am
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room AB
Age Group: Youth, School Age (TK-4th Grade), Tweens (5th-8th Grade)
Program Type: Bilingual/Español, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Spanish Camp

Join us for a week of some Spanish language learning fun! We’ll play games and do activities to learn some basic Spanish. You do not need to know any Spanish prior to attending the Spanish camp. Spanish speaking children are welcome to attend as helpers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Photo Permission

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.

SPLASH 2nd-3rd

11:00am - 12:00pm
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration
Payment
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room CD
Age Group: Youth, School Age (TK-4th Grade)
Program Type: Games & Activities, General Programs, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 25

Summer Splash

The long break from school means that reading ability and comprehension can slip. SPLASH helps students fill the “summer gap” of reading. The program focuses on the summer reading program theme and includes literacy activities, recommending books, literature discussions, games, crafts, and more.
Event Details:
Adventure Begins at Your Library! Through books, games, making food, and more children will have library adventures! This program is for those entering 2nd-3rd grade. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

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.

Refund Policy

There is no fee to cancel your registration to attend an event; however we do not provide refunds. 

SPLASH 4th-5th

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration
Payment
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room CD
Age Group: Youth, School Age (TK-4th Grade)
Program Type: Games & Activities, General Programs, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 25

Summer Splash

The long break from school means that reading ability and comprehension can slip. SPLASH helps students fill the “summer gap” of reading. The program focuses on the summer reading program theme and includes literacy activities, recommending books, literature discussions, games, crafts, and more.
Event Details:
Adventure Begins at Your Library! Through books, games, making food, and more children will have library adventures! This program is for those entering 4th-5th grade. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

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.

Refund Policy

There is no fee to cancel your registration to attend an event; however we do not provide refunds. 

Bookmark Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Youth, Teens (9th-12th Grade)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussions, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:
Join us for Bookmark Book Club for Teens. This program is open to 7th-12th grades. Pick up the book club book at the counter the month before and read through it so we can discuss at the program. We will discuss the book and create a bookmark related...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

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.

Summer Story Time Jr.

10:00am - 11:00am
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room CD
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Games & Activities, General Programs, Storytimes, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:
Join us for a special Summer program for babies and toddlers (ages 0-2) using songs and rhymes to assist the parent/caregiver in reading to their child.  Activities support the development of language and listening skills for the purpo...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

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.

Photo Permission

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.

Spanish Camp

10:00am - 11:30am
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room AB
Age Group: Youth, School Age (TK-4th Grade), Tweens (5th-8th Grade)
Program Type: Bilingual/Español, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Spanish Camp

Join us for a week of some Spanish language learning fun! We’ll play games and do activities to learn some basic Spanish. You do not need to know any Spanish prior to attending the Spanish camp. Spanish speaking children are welcome to attend as helpers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Photo Permission

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.

Spanish Camp

10:00am - 11:30am
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room AB
Age Group: Youth, School Age (TK-4th Grade), Tweens (5th-8th Grade)
Program Type: Bilingual/Español, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Spanish Camp

Join us for a week of some Spanish language learning fun! We’ll play games and do activities to learn some basic Spanish. You do not need to know any Spanish prior to attending the Spanish camp. Spanish speaking children are welcome to attend as helpers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Photo Permission

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.

Prize Day

All Day
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), School Age (TK-4th Grade), Tweens (5th-8th Grade), Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults, Families
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:
Stop by the library on the following special days throughout the summer reading program to receive a summer reading program participation prize.  Monday: June 10 Tuesday: June 18 Wednesday: June 26 Thursday: July...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

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.

Bilingual Story Time = Cuentos y canciones bilingües

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room CD
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), School Age (TK-4th Grade), Families
Program Type: Bilingual/Español, Games & Activities, Storytimes

Bilingual Story Time

In our evening story time, we’ll learn and play together, share some rhymes, and do some literacy-based activities. Some books and activities will incorporate Spanish language learning. Fun for both English and Spanish-speaking families.

Lleve a sus niños a la biblioteca para escuchar libros en español e inglés, compartir rimas, cantar canciones y jugar. Los niños desarrollarán las habilidades prelecturas y disfrutarán centros de actividades y artes. Es un programa para toda la familia, no hay límites de edad.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

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.

Photo Permission

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.

Adventures in Food

10:30am - 11:30am
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Youth, Tweens (5th-8th Grade), Teens (9th-12th Grade)
Program Type: General Programs, STEM, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Join us this summer for adventures in food! We'll be exploring foods in all the adventurous ways possible, from making camp food to taste tests. Registration is required so we can purchase the appropriate supplies. Please note that the program is ope...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

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.

Chess Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Youth, School Age (TK-4th Grade), Tweens (5th-8th Grade), Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults, Families
Program Type: Games & Activities, General Programs, STEM, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40

Chess Club

Join us for Chess Club! If you have never played before, it is a great place to learn. We welcome the expert as well! 

Registration is helpful, but not required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Photo Permission

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.

Happy Birthday Harry Potter!

All Day
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Genealogy Area
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), School Age (TK-4th Grade), Tweens (5th-8th Grade), Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, General Programs, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:
Join us for drop-in activities to celebrate Harry Potter's birthday (July 31)! Activities are open to all ages, but kids age 5 and younger should be accompanied by an adult. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Photo Permission

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.

Summer Reading Program Ends

All Day
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), School Age (TK-4th Grade), Tweens (5th-8th Grade), Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults, Families
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:
August 3 is the last day to log reading for the summer reading program. You can log your reading on the Beanstack app or stop by the library with your paper logs to enter your name in for the grand prize drawings. The library closes at 5pm! ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Photo Permission

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.

Summer Reading Pool Party

6:15pm - 8:15pm
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), School Age (TK-4th Grade), Tweens (5th-8th Grade), Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults, Families
Program Type: Games & Activities, General Programs, Health/Wellness, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:
End of the Summer Reading Program Pool Party open to all 2024 Summer Reading Program Participants. Per the Siouxnami Waterpark rules, children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Photo Permission

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.

Bookmark Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Study Room
Age Group: Youth, Teens (9th-12th Grade)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussions, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:
Join us for Bookmark Book Club for Teens. This program is open to 7th-12th grades. Pick up the book club book at the counter the month before and read through it so we can discuss at the program. We will discuss the book and create a bookmark related...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

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.

Chess Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Youth, School Age (TK-4th Grade), Tweens (5th-8th Grade), Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults, Families
Program Type: Games & Activities, General Programs, STEM, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40

Chess Club

Join us for Chess Club! If you have never played before, it is a great place to learn. We welcome the expert as well! 

Registration is helpful, but not required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Photo Permission

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.

Dutch Oven Cooking

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Registration
Payment
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Outreach/Offsite
Age Group: Youth, Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Program Type: Adult Education, Games & Activities, General Programs, Health/Wellness, STEM, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Learn a century-old method of outdoor cooking including basic supplies, care of the ovens, temperature control, and best recipes. Meet at Sandy Hollow Recreation Area east of Sioux Center at the open shelter near the west pond. Entry park passes will...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

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.