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Chess Club

6:30pm–8:00pm
Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM
Registration Required

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Rather Be Reading Book Club

12:00pm–1:30pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, General Programs
Event Details:

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:

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Little Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Winter Reading Program 2026

01/26/2026 @ 9:00am–03/07/2026 @ 5:00pm
Youth, Little Kids, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Little Kids, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: General Programs
Event Details:

Join the Winter Reading Program for 2026! All ages are invited to participate in BINGO! Pick up a log from the Circulation Desk and see how many BINGOs you can accomplish during the program dates of January 26 - March 7. 

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Little Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Take Your Child to the Library Day!

All Day
Youth, Little Kids, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Little Kids, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, General Programs
Event Details:

In February*, thousands of libraries across the world celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day by offering free, fun, fabulous activities for families.

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Valentines Card Making with Shari

6:30pm–8:00pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programs, Workshops
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Sioux Center Library's Battle the Blues continues with a week of Creativity! Creativity is contagious and helps stimulate the brain! Shari Fedders with Stampin'Up will be coming to help us design and make Valentine's Day cards.

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.

Refund Policy

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

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sit & Stitch Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Sit & Stitch —the chillest knit & crochet club where threads meet friends and creativity never unravels. Come to the library and work on your project!

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Happy Hour at the Library

4:00pm–5:30pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room AB
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: General Programs, Health/Wellness
Event Details:

Socializing: where conversation sparks a connection. Join us at the library for Happy Hour! Drinks (punch bowl) and light refreshments await at the library where you can bring a friend, meet a friend, and make new friends!

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Bi-Annual Puzzle Swap!

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room AB
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Games & Activities, General Programs
Event Details:

Join us at the Sioux Center Public Library for our now Bi-annual Puzzle Swap! As the winter months of puzzle making wind down, we invite you to bring in puzzles you are finished with and swap for another from a fellow puzzler.

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Rather Be Reading Book Club

12:00pm–1:30pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, General Programs
Event Details:

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:

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sit & Stitch Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Sit & Stitch —the chillest knit & crochet club where threads meet friends and creativity never unravels. Come to the library and work on your project!

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Why Garden?

7:00pm–8:30pm
Youth, Teens, Adults, Families
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room AB
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Adult Education, General Programs, Health/Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Why Garden?" Presenter John Buntsma, Master Gardener Coordinator from IA State Extension and Outreach, will be enlarging our perspective on the value of gardening.

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Rather Be Reading Book Club

12:00pm–1:30pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, General Programs
Event Details:

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:

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Chess Club

6:30pm–8:00pm
Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM
Registration Required

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sit & Stitch Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Sit & Stitch —the chillest knit & crochet club where threads meet friends and creativity never unravels. Come to the library and work on your project!

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Chess Club

6:30pm–8:00pm
Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM
Registration Required

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Rather Be Reading Book Club

12:00pm–1:30pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, General Programs
Event Details:

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:

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Little Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Summer Reading Program Begins

All Day
Youth, Little Kids, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Little Kids, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

June 8 is the first day to start logging reading for the summer reading program.

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Paint with an Artist for Teens and Tweens

1:00pm–2:30pm
Youth, Tweens, Teens
Sioux Center Public Library
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Looking for some new art to hang on your walls?  Teens and Tweens between the ages of 12-18 are welcome to come and paint a picture on canvas with Austina Scott.

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.

Refund Policy

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

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Little Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Summer Reading Program Ends

All Day
Youth, Little Kids, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Little Kids, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

August 8 at 5pm is the last day to log reading for the summer reading program.

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Bi-Annual Puzzle Swap!

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Sioux Center Public Library
Library Branch: Sioux Center Public Library
Room: Room AB
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Games & Activities, General Programs
Event Details:

Join us at the Sioux Center Public Library for our now Bi-annual Puzzle Swap! As the winter months of puzzle making wind down, we invite you to bring in puzzles you are finished with and swap for another from a fellow puzzler.

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Little Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

End of Summer Reading Pool Party

6:15pm–8:15pm
Youth, Little Kids, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Little Kids, Elementary, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Games & Activities, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

End of the Summer Reading Program Pool Party open to all 2027 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.

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.