Table Top Game Night Join us for a monthly evening of table top games. Bring a game from home you’ve been waiting to try or play one of ours. Crooks Branch | Monday, March 6, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
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Test your trivia knowledge and compete for prizes. Up to six team members; first 90 people. Must be 21 years or older. Food and beverage available for purchase. Monks House of Ale Repute | Tuesday, March 21, 6–8 p.m. Upcycled Pages
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Try out inventive ways to upcycle old pages. Bring completed adult coloring books, sheet music or other pages. We’ll provide materials to make two magnets and a cardboard star. Prairie West Branch | Saturday, March 11, 2–3:30 p.m.
After-Hours Murder Mystery Most people go to their class reunion to reconnect with old friends and reminisce. Find out who came to this reunion with another plan―murder! Find out whodunnit in this interactive murder mystery. Ronning Branch | Friday, March 24, 6:30–8 p.m.
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Colton Book Club
Young @ Heart Book Club
Join us to discuss “Atonement” by Ian McEwan. Colton Branch | Monday, March 13, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
A young-adult book club for adults. March’s book is “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr. Register at www.siouxlandlib.org or call 367-8060. Oak View Branch | Monday, March 13, 7–8 p.m.
Fiction and Poetry Writers’ Group
For beginning stitchers or advanced yarn-spinners. Bring your own supplies. All ages and experience welcome! Prairie West Branch | Tuesday, March 14, 7–8 p.m.
Critique and workshop open to all. Focus is on short fiction and poetry. Downtown Library | Tuesday, March 21, 6–8 p.m. Introduction to Swing Dancing Put on your dancing shoes for a beginning swing lesson, taught by Calla and James Jarvie. Come with a partner, with friends, or by yourself! Downtown Library | Thursday, March 16, 6:30–8 p.m. Lawn Mower Maintenance
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Brandon Masyga has tips and tricks to get your lawn mower in shape and running through the summer. Questions welcome! Brandon Ace Hardware | Wednesday, March 8, 6–7 p.m. Library Language Learners: Latin
Baltic Branch 213 St. Olaf Avenue, Baltic, SD | 605-529-5415
Ready to get down and scholarly? Attend a free Latin class and explore the root of many languages, including English. Play games, learn history and impress your friends. Downtown Library | Wednesdays, March 22, 29, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Brandon Branch 305 South Splitrock Boulevard, Brandon, SD | 605-582-2390
Lit and Knit
Caille Branch 4100 Carnegie Circle, Sioux Falls, SD | 605-367-8144
Discuss favorite books and authors while knitting squares to be made into blankets and donated to local charities. Bring size 10 needles. Crooks Branch | Wednesday, March 29, 6–7 p.m. Ronning Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 1:30 p.m. Make Your Own Natural Spring Cleaning Products Natural cleaning products can be healthier for the environment and your family. Stop by the library to learn more and to make your own sweet-smelling cleaner. Humboldt Library | Wednesday, March 22, 5–8 p.m. Medicare Educational Session
Crooks Branch 900 North West Avenue, Crooks, SD | 605-543-5296 Downtown Library 200 North Dakota Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD | 605-367-8720 Garretson Branch 649 Main Avenue, Garretson, SD | 605-594-6619
Page Turners Book Group
Hartford Branch 705 East Second Street, Hartford, SD | 605-528-3223
Sweet Reads Book Club @ Half-Baked Cupcakes 120 South Phillips Avenue Discuss books that focus on the fun, uplifting and humorous moments in life, while enjoying treats and coffee. Half-Baked Cupcakes | Tuesday, March 7, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Suminagashi Paper Marbling Suminagashi or “floating ink” is the process of marbling plain paper with water and ink to transform it into something vibrant and colorful. Learn how to make your own at this free event! Ronning Branch | Thursday, March 7, 7–8 p.m. I28006.indd
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Brad Myer from Physicians Mutual Insurance will provide up-to-date information about the Medicare program and what it can do for you. Caille Branch | Friday, March 3, 2–3 p.m. For those who love to read a variety of genres or want to expand their reading horizons. For more information, call 367-8140 or email ronninglibrary@siouxfalls.org. Ronning Branch | Monday, March 20, 7–8 p.m.
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Humboldt Branch 201 South Main Street, Humboldt, SD | 605-363-3361 Oak View Branch 3700 East Third Street, Sioux Falls, SD | 605-367-8060 Prairie West Branch 7630 West 26th Street, Sioux Falls, SD | 605--978-6899 Ronning Branch 3100 East 49th Street, Sioux Falls, SD | 605-367-8140 Valley Springs Branch 401 Broadway Avenue, Valley Springs, SD | 605-757-6264
March Programs
Wee Read & Play
Puppet Show: Three Billy Goats Gruff
Weekly program for elementary students exploring the book series “You Wouldn’t Want to…” Ronning Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 3:15–4:15 p.m.
A unique retelling of the traditional folktale in which the three must cross a bridge to get to a hayfield. Recommended for ages 3 and older. Admission is first-come, first-served. Brandon Branch | Friday, March 17, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Caille Branch | Wednesday, March 15, 1–1:30 p.m. Downtown Library | Tuesday, March 14, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Humboldt Branch | Tuesday, March 21, 10:30–11 a.m. Oak View Branch | Monday, March 13, 10:15–10:45 a.m. and 1–1:30 p.m. Prairie West Branch | Wednesday, March 15, 10:30–11 a.m. Ronning Branch | Thursday, March 16, 10:15–10:45 a.m. and 1–1:30 p.m.
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Engage your child in early learning games and activities inspired by “The Foot Book” by Dr. Seuss. For children ages 3 to 6. Caille Branch | Friday, March 10, 10:30–11 a.m. Prairie West Branch | Thursday, March 23, 10:30–11 a.m.
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Simple signs build a communication bridge from infancy to childhood. Learn how to use stories, songs and signs to boost brain development. For babies 6 to 24 months and caregivers. Downtown Library | Tuesday, March 14, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Saturday, March 18, 9:30–10 a.m.
Unplug and Play A come-and-go program that tests skills and knowledge through activities that don’t use computers. Oak View Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 3:15–4 p.m. Wii Wednesday Play Wii games for exercise and fun. Oak View Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 15, 29, 3:15–4 p.m.
Hats off to Reading! Wear your favorite hat to storytime for all ages. Enjoy themed books, activities, and a craft. Oak View Branch | Saturday, March 11, 10:30–11 a.m.
Lapsit Help your baby develop listening and language skills with songs, stories, playtime. Get to know other families. For babies 6 to 24 months and caregivers. Brandon Branch | Mondays, March 13, 20, 27, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Caille Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 10:30–11 a.m. Downtown Library | Saturdays, March 4, 11, 25, 9:30–10 a.m. Oak View Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30–11 a.m. Prairie West Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30–11 a.m. Ronning Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:05–10:35 a.m. Music and Movement
Seusstacular Stations Bring your friends, family, Mom and Pop, and explore Dr. Seuss stations that are sure to spark every imagination! Prairie West Branch | Saturday, March 4, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday, March 5, 1–5 p.m. Art Adventures Butterfly House & Marine Cove
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Practice new techniques and discover the artists/illustrators who used them. Grades K to 5. Downtown Library | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 4–5 p.m.
Boost your child’s language development and support early learning through dance! For children ages 2 to 5 and caregivers. Downtown Library | Friday, March 17, 10:15–10:45 a.m.
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Explore books and characters through crafts and activities. Oak View Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 3:15–4 p.m.
Join us for a special storytime filled with stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities. For children ages 3 to 5 and caregivers. Paid admission or membership to the Butterfly House & Marine Cove is required. Registration not required. Butterfly House & Marine Cove | Friday, March 17, 10:30–11 a.m.
Discovery Day
Crafternoon Storytime
Learn something new at the Downtown Library! Downtown Library | Monday, March 27, 2–3 p.m.
Featuring stories, songs, and a craft for families with children ages 2 to 6. Caille Branch | Sundays, March 12, 19, 26, 2–2:30 p.m.
Life-Size Clue
Full STEAM Ahead
DIY Day
Discover science, technology, engineering, art, and math with hands-on activities and guest speakers. This month’s theme is “Art Expression”. Grades 4 to 6. Caille Branch | Wednesday, March 1, 4–5 p.m.
Discover a new book through crafts and activities. Colton Branch | Saturday, March 11, 9–11 a.m. Hartford Branch | Saturday, March 11, 10 a.m.–12 noon
Sharpen your detective skills by playing a life-size game of Clue. Downtown Library | Friday, March 17, 2–3 p.m.
Preschool Science
Fun Fridays
Dr. Seuss Crafternoon
Explore hands–on science. Stories introduce science concepts through activities. For children ages 3 to 5. Prairie West Branch | Saturday, March 18, 3–3:45 p.m.
A new adventure with books and activities every Friday. Downtown Library | Friday, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 4–5 p.m.
Grab your Hat and Read with the Cat! Drop in to celebrate Dr. Seuss with crafts, hands-on activities and a photo booth. Caille Branch | Sunday, March 5, 2–4 p.m.
Preschool Storytime
Explore your creative side. After-school adventures with stories and activities. Grades K to 3. Caille Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 3:45–4:45 p.m.
Paint and Pages Promote your child’s love of reading through simple art activities. For ages birth to 5 and caregivers. Downtown Library | Fridays, March 10, 31, 10:15–11 a.m. Preschool for Parents Parents of children ages birth to 5 are invited to make hands–on activities that promote/develop early reading skills: Play, Read, Sing, Talk, and Write. Guided playtime will be provided. This month it’s Play-Doh and shape mats. Registration required. Caille Branch | Wednesday, March 22, 10:30–11 a.m.
Encourage a love of reading and develop your preschooler’s early learning through stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities. For children ages 3 to 5. Brandon Branch | Tuesdays, March 14, 21, 28, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Caille Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30–11 a.m. Downtown Library | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 10:15–10:50 a.m. and 1–1:35 p.m. Oak View Branch | Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30–11 a.m. Prairie West Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 10:30–11 a.m. Ronning Branch | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:05–10:40 a.m., 10:45–11:20 a.m., and 1–1:35 p.m.
Book Tour Tuesday
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The Imagineers Explore your creative side. After-school adventures with stories and activities. Grades K to 5. Prairie West Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 3:15–4 p.m. Kreative Kids Discover a new book through crafts and activities. Oak View Branch | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 3:15–4 p.m.
Tinker Tots
Library Explorers
Explore, create and learn through STEAM activities designed for children ages 2 to 5 and caregivers. Downtown Library | Fridays, March 3, 24, 10:15–11:15 a.m.
Learn about the world through simple science experiments. Grades 3 to 5. Crooks Branch | Wednesday, March 8, 4:15–5 p.m.
Toddler Time Nurture your toddler’s love of books through music, movement, and story activities, while developing language, motor, and social skills. For 2–year–olds and caregivers. Brandon Branch | Wednesdays, March 15, 22, 29, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Caille Branch | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:30–11 a.m. Downtown Library | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:15–10:40 a.m. Prairie West Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30–11 a.m. Ronning Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:45–11:15 a.m. Wee Read and Discover Promote learning with self-directed, come-and-go activities. The March theme is “Dr. Seuss”. Downtown Library | Monday, March 2, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Movie Wednesday Enjoy a film! Oak View Branch | Wednesdays, March 8, 22, 3–4:30 p.m. STEM Tuesday Explore science, technology, engineering, and math with hands-on activities. Grades 3 to 5. Downtown Library | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 4–5 p.m. Tail Waggin’ Tutors Bone up your child’s reading skills. Book a 15-minute reading session with a certified therapy dog. Registration required. Downtown Library | Sunday, March 5, 2–3 p.m. Prairie West Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 3:15–4 p.m. Ronning Branch | Saturday, March 18, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Dr. Seuss Storytime This family storytime featuring stories written and inspired by Dr. Seuss. Brandon Branch | Tuesday, February 28, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Oak View Branch | Wednesday, March 1, 10:30–11 a.m. Ronning Branch | Thursday, March 2, 10:05–10:35 a.m., 10:45–11:15 a.m., 1–1:30 p.m. Family Storytime Stimulate early learning with books, rhymes, music and movement at this drop–in program. Brandon Branch | Thursdays, March 16, 23, 30, 7–7:30 p.m. Colton Branch | Fridays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 10:30–11 a.m. Crooks Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30–11 a.m. Downtown Library | Saturdays, March 4, 11, 18 25, 11–11:35 a.m. Humboldt Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30–11 a.m. Oak View Branch | Mondays, March 20, 27, 10:30–11 a.m. Prairie West Branch | Saturdays, March 11, 18, 25, 10:30–11 a.m.
P.W.P.D.—Page to Screen Discover the books behind popular movies. Grades 4 to 8. Prairie West Branch | Tuesdays, March 14, 28, 4:15–5 p.m. T.C.D.T.: Teens Create Downtown Come to the Downtown Library for an art workshop. Create your own art in your own space. Drop in and leave as you like. Downtown Library | Saturday, March 4, 2–4 p.m. Teen Advisory Board Middle- and high-schoolers plan programs, suggest materials for library purchase and learn about volunteering. Caille Branch | Thursday, March 2, 4:30–5:30 p.m. Oak View Branch | Thursday, March 9, 3:15–4 p.m. Meets at Washington High School Ronning Branch | Tuesday, March 14, 7–8 p.m. Teen Tech Week: 3D Printing Celebrate Teen Tech Week and learn about 3D printing from Robert Hodgdon of Sioux Falls’ Futurescape 3D printing lab. Grades 6 to 12. Ronning Branch | Sunday, March 5, 2–3 p.m. Teen Tech Week: Art Bot Workshop Celebrate Teen Tech Week by making your own robot that creates art. Caille Branch | Thursday, March 9, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Fridays with Rocky Encourage the love of reading and develop your child’s learning skills at this special storytime with a certified therapy dog. Oak View Branch | Friday, March 24, 10:30–11 a.m. Moving and Grooving Storytime Perfect for wiggle worms; features music, movement, and books for families. Encourage your child’s curiosity, love of reading, and early learning. Oak View Branch | Monday, March 6, 10:30–11 a.m.
Use Your Siouxland Libraries card to access these free services at www.siouxlandlib.org. • Cloud Library (eBooks, eAudiobooks) • OneClickDigital (eAudiobooks)
Pajama Storytime
• Hoopla (music, movies, comics, eBooks, eAudiobooks)
Wind down at this evening story program for families. Pajamas optional. Downtown Library | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 6:30–7 p.m. Prairie West Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 7–7:30 p.m.
• Zinio (magazine) • Tumblebooks (children’s read-alongs, music, videos, games)
Wee Read & Play
Puppet Show: Three Billy Goats Gruff
Weekly program for elementary students exploring the book series “You Wouldn’t Want to…” Ronning Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 3:15–4:15 p.m.
A unique retelling of the traditional folktale in which the three must cross a bridge to get to a hayfield. Recommended for ages 3 and older. Admission is first-come, first-served. Brandon Branch | Friday, March 17, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Caille Branch | Wednesday, March 15, 1–1:30 p.m. Downtown Library | Tuesday, March 14, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Humboldt Branch | Tuesday, March 21, 10:30–11 a.m. Oak View Branch | Monday, March 13, 10:15–10:45 a.m. and 1–1:30 p.m. Prairie West Branch | Wednesday, March 15, 10:30–11 a.m. Ronning Branch | Thursday, March 16, 10:15–10:45 a.m. and 1–1:30 p.m.
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Engage your child in early learning games and activities inspired by “The Foot Book” by Dr. Seuss. For children ages 3 to 6. Caille Branch | Friday, March 10, 10:30–11 a.m. Prairie West Branch | Thursday, March 23, 10:30–11 a.m.
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Simple signs build a communication bridge from infancy to childhood. Learn how to use stories, songs and signs to boost brain development. For babies 6 to 24 months and caregivers. Downtown Library | Tuesday, March 14, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Saturday, March 18, 9:30–10 a.m.
Unplug and Play A come-and-go program that tests skills and knowledge through activities that don’t use computers. Oak View Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 3:15–4 p.m. Wii Wednesday Play Wii games for exercise and fun. Oak View Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 15, 29, 3:15–4 p.m.
Hats off to Reading! Wear your favorite hat to storytime for all ages. Enjoy themed books, activities, and a craft. Oak View Branch | Saturday, March 11, 10:30–11 a.m.
Lapsit Help your baby develop listening and language skills with songs, stories, playtime. Get to know other families. For babies 6 to 24 months and caregivers. Brandon Branch | Mondays, March 13, 20, 27, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Caille Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 10:30–11 a.m. Downtown Library | Saturdays, March 4, 11, 25, 9:30–10 a.m. Oak View Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30–11 a.m. Prairie West Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30–11 a.m. Ronning Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:05–10:35 a.m. Music and Movement
Seusstacular Stations Bring your friends, family, Mom and Pop, and explore Dr. Seuss stations that are sure to spark every imagination! Prairie West Branch | Saturday, March 4, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday, March 5, 1–5 p.m. Art Adventures Butterfly House & Marine Cove
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Practice new techniques and discover the artists/illustrators who used them. Grades K to 5. Downtown Library | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 4–5 p.m.
Boost your child’s language development and support early learning through dance! For children ages 2 to 5 and caregivers. Downtown Library | Friday, March 17, 10:15–10:45 a.m.
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Explore books and characters through crafts and activities. Oak View Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 3:15–4 p.m.
Join us for a special storytime filled with stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities. For children ages 3 to 5 and caregivers. Paid admission or membership to the Butterfly House & Marine Cove is required. Registration not required. Butterfly House & Marine Cove | Friday, March 17, 10:30–11 a.m.
Discovery Day
Crafternoon Storytime
Learn something new at the Downtown Library! Downtown Library | Monday, March 27, 2–3 p.m.
Featuring stories, songs, and a craft for families with children ages 2 to 6. Caille Branch | Sundays, March 12, 19, 26, 2–2:30 p.m.
Life-Size Clue
Full STEAM Ahead
DIY Day
Discover science, technology, engineering, art, and math with hands-on activities and guest speakers. This month’s theme is “Art Expression”. Grades 4 to 6. Caille Branch | Wednesday, March 1, 4–5 p.m.
Discover a new book through crafts and activities. Colton Branch | Saturday, March 11, 9–11 a.m. Hartford Branch | Saturday, March 11, 10 a.m.–12 noon
Sharpen your detective skills by playing a life-size game of Clue. Downtown Library | Friday, March 17, 2–3 p.m.
Preschool Science
Fun Fridays
Dr. Seuss Crafternoon
Explore hands–on science. Stories introduce science concepts through activities. For children ages 3 to 5. Prairie West Branch | Saturday, March 18, 3–3:45 p.m.
A new adventure with books and activities every Friday. Downtown Library | Friday, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 4–5 p.m.
Grab your Hat and Read with the Cat! Drop in to celebrate Dr. Seuss with crafts, hands-on activities and a photo booth. Caille Branch | Sunday, March 5, 2–4 p.m.
Preschool Storytime
Explore your creative side. After-school adventures with stories and activities. Grades K to 3. Caille Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 3:45–4:45 p.m.
Paint and Pages Promote your child’s love of reading through simple art activities. For ages birth to 5 and caregivers. Downtown Library | Fridays, March 10, 31, 10:15–11 a.m. Preschool for Parents Parents of children ages birth to 5 are invited to make hands–on activities that promote/develop early reading skills: Play, Read, Sing, Talk, and Write. Guided playtime will be provided. This month it’s Play-Doh and shape mats. Registration required. Caille Branch | Wednesday, March 22, 10:30–11 a.m.
Encourage a love of reading and develop your preschooler’s early learning through stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities. For children ages 3 to 5. Brandon Branch | Tuesdays, March 14, 21, 28, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Caille Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30–11 a.m. Downtown Library | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 10:15–10:50 a.m. and 1–1:35 p.m. Oak View Branch | Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30–11 a.m. Prairie West Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 10:30–11 a.m. Ronning Branch | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:05–10:40 a.m., 10:45–11:20 a.m., and 1–1:35 p.m.
Book Tour Tuesday
FuNdAy MoNdAy
The Imagineers Explore your creative side. After-school adventures with stories and activities. Grades K to 5. Prairie West Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 3:15–4 p.m. Kreative Kids Discover a new book through crafts and activities. Oak View Branch | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 3:15–4 p.m.
Tinker Tots
Library Explorers
Explore, create and learn through STEAM activities designed for children ages 2 to 5 and caregivers. Downtown Library | Fridays, March 3, 24, 10:15–11:15 a.m.
Learn about the world through simple science experiments. Grades 3 to 5. Crooks Branch | Wednesday, March 8, 4:15–5 p.m.
Toddler Time Nurture your toddler’s love of books through music, movement, and story activities, while developing language, motor, and social skills. For 2–year–olds and caregivers. Brandon Branch | Wednesdays, March 15, 22, 29, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Caille Branch | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:30–11 a.m. Downtown Library | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:15–10:40 a.m. Prairie West Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30–11 a.m. Ronning Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:45–11:15 a.m. Wee Read and Discover Promote learning with self-directed, come-and-go activities. The March theme is “Dr. Seuss”. Downtown Library | Monday, March 2, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Movie Wednesday Enjoy a film! Oak View Branch | Wednesdays, March 8, 22, 3–4:30 p.m. STEM Tuesday Explore science, technology, engineering, and math with hands-on activities. Grades 3 to 5. Downtown Library | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 4–5 p.m. Tail Waggin’ Tutors Bone up your child’s reading skills. Book a 15-minute reading session with a certified therapy dog. Registration required. Downtown Library | Sunday, March 5, 2–3 p.m. Prairie West Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 3:15–4 p.m. Ronning Branch | Saturday, March 18, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Dr. Seuss Storytime This family storytime featuring stories written and inspired by Dr. Seuss. Brandon Branch | Tuesday, February 28, 10:15–10:45 a.m. Oak View Branch | Wednesday, March 1, 10:30–11 a.m. Ronning Branch | Thursday, March 2, 10:05–10:35 a.m., 10:45–11:15 a.m., 1–1:30 p.m. Family Storytime Stimulate early learning with books, rhymes, music and movement at this drop–in program. Brandon Branch | Thursdays, March 16, 23, 30, 7–7:30 p.m. Colton Branch | Fridays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 10:30–11 a.m. Crooks Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30–11 a.m. Downtown Library | Saturdays, March 4, 11, 18 25, 11–11:35 a.m. Humboldt Branch | Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30–11 a.m. Oak View Branch | Mondays, March 20, 27, 10:30–11 a.m. Prairie West Branch | Saturdays, March 11, 18, 25, 10:30–11 a.m.
P.W.P.D.—Page to Screen Discover the books behind popular movies. Grades 4 to 8. Prairie West Branch | Tuesdays, March 14, 28, 4:15–5 p.m. T.C.D.T.: Teens Create Downtown Come to the Downtown Library for an art workshop. Create your own art in your own space. Drop in and leave as you like. Downtown Library | Saturday, March 4, 2–4 p.m. Teen Advisory Board Middle- and high-schoolers plan programs, suggest materials for library purchase and learn about volunteering. Caille Branch | Thursday, March 2, 4:30–5:30 p.m. Oak View Branch | Thursday, March 9, 3:15–4 p.m. Meets at Washington High School Ronning Branch | Tuesday, March 14, 7–8 p.m. Teen Tech Week: 3D Printing Celebrate Teen Tech Week and learn about 3D printing from Robert Hodgdon of Sioux Falls’ Futurescape 3D printing lab. Grades 6 to 12. Ronning Branch | Sunday, March 5, 2–3 p.m. Teen Tech Week: Art Bot Workshop Celebrate Teen Tech Week by making your own robot that creates art. Caille Branch | Thursday, March 9, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Fridays with Rocky Encourage the love of reading and develop your child’s learning skills at this special storytime with a certified therapy dog. Oak View Branch | Friday, March 24, 10:30–11 a.m. Moving and Grooving Storytime Perfect for wiggle worms; features music, movement, and books for families. Encourage your child’s curiosity, love of reading, and early learning. Oak View Branch | Monday, March 6, 10:30–11 a.m.
Use Your Siouxland Libraries card to access these free services at www.siouxlandlib.org. • Cloud Library (eBooks, eAudiobooks) • OneClickDigital (eAudiobooks)
Pajama Storytime
• Hoopla (music, movies, comics, eBooks, eAudiobooks)
Wind down at this evening story program for families. Pajamas optional. Downtown Library | Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 6:30–7 p.m. Prairie West Branch | Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 7–7:30 p.m.
• Zinio (magazine) • Tumblebooks (children’s read-alongs, music, videos, games)
Table Top Game Night Join us for a monthly evening of table top games. Bring a game from home you’ve been waiting to try or play one of ours. Crooks Branch | Monday, March 6, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
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Test your trivia knowledge and compete for prizes. Up to six team members; first 90 people. Must be 21 years or older. Food and beverage available for purchase. Monks House of Ale Repute | Tuesday, March 21, 6–8 p.m. Upcycled Pages
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Trivia Night at Monks
Try out inventive ways to upcycle old pages. Bring completed adult coloring books, sheet music or other pages. We’ll provide materials to make two magnets and a cardboard star. Prairie West Branch | Saturday, March 11, 2–3:30 p.m.
After-Hours Murder Mystery Most people go to their class reunion to reconnect with old friends and reminisce. Find out who came to this reunion with another plan―murder! Find out whodunnit in this interactive murder mystery. Ronning Branch | Friday, March 24, 6:30–8 p.m.
Yarn-A-Bit
Colton Book Club
Young @ Heart Book Club
Join us to discuss “Atonement” by Ian McEwan. Colton Branch | Monday, March 13, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
A young-adult book club for adults. March’s book is “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr. Register at www.siouxlandlib.org or call 367-8060. Oak View Branch | Monday, March 13, 7–8 p.m.
Fiction and Poetry Writers’ Group
For beginning stitchers or advanced yarn-spinners. Bring your own supplies. All ages and experience welcome! Prairie West Branch | Tuesday, March 14, 7–8 p.m.
Critique and workshop open to all. Focus is on short fiction and poetry. Downtown Library | Tuesday, March 21, 6–8 p.m. Introduction to Swing Dancing Put on your dancing shoes for a beginning swing lesson, taught by Calla and James Jarvie. Come with a partner, with friends, or by yourself! Downtown Library | Thursday, March 16, 6:30–8 p.m. Lawn Mower Maintenance
304 South Splitrock Boulevard
Brandon Masyga has tips and tricks to get your lawn mower in shape and running through the summer. Questions welcome! Brandon Ace Hardware | Wednesday, March 8, 6–7 p.m. Library Language Learners: Latin
Baltic Branch 213 St. Olaf Avenue, Baltic, SD | 605-529-5415
Ready to get down and scholarly? Attend a free Latin class and explore the root of many languages, including English. Play games, learn history and impress your friends. Downtown Library | Wednesdays, March 22, 29, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Brandon Branch 305 South Splitrock Boulevard, Brandon, SD | 605-582-2390
Lit and Knit
Caille Branch 4100 Carnegie Circle, Sioux Falls, SD | 605-367-8144
Discuss favorite books and authors while knitting squares to be made into blankets and donated to local charities. Bring size 10 needles. Crooks Branch | Wednesday, March 29, 6–7 p.m. Ronning Branch | Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 1:30 p.m. Make Your Own Natural Spring Cleaning Products Natural cleaning products can be healthier for the environment and your family. Stop by the library to learn more and to make your own sweet-smelling cleaner. Humboldt Library | Wednesday, March 22, 5–8 p.m. Medicare Educational Session
Crooks Branch 900 North West Avenue, Crooks, SD | 605-543-5296 Downtown Library 200 North Dakota Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD | 605-367-8720 Garretson Branch 649 Main Avenue, Garretson, SD | 605-594-6619
Page Turners Book Group
Hartford Branch 705 East Second Street, Hartford, SD | 605-528-3223
Sweet Reads Book Club @ Half-Baked Cupcakes 120 South Phillips Avenue Discuss books that focus on the fun, uplifting and humorous moments in life, while enjoying treats and coffee. Half-Baked Cupcakes | Tuesday, March 7, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Suminagashi Paper Marbling Suminagashi or “floating ink” is the process of marbling plain paper with water and ink to transform it into something vibrant and colorful. Learn how to make your own at this free event! Ronning Branch | Thursday, March 7, 7–8 p.m. I28006.indd
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Colton Branch 402 South Dakota Avenue, Colton, SD | 605-446-3519
Brad Myer from Physicians Mutual Insurance will provide up-to-date information about the Medicare program and what it can do for you. Caille Branch | Friday, March 3, 2–3 p.m. For those who love to read a variety of genres or want to expand their reading horizons. For more information, call 367-8140 or email ronninglibrary@siouxfalls.org. Ronning Branch | Monday, March 20, 7–8 p.m.
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Humboldt Branch 201 South Main Street, Humboldt, SD | 605-363-3361 Oak View Branch 3700 East Third Street, Sioux Falls, SD | 605-367-8060 Prairie West Branch 7630 West 26th Street, Sioux Falls, SD | 605--978-6899 Ronning Branch 3100 East 49th Street, Sioux Falls, SD | 605-367-8140 Valley Springs Branch 401 Broadway Avenue, Valley Springs, SD | 605-757-6264
March Programs