Book Clubs
Book clubs are not currently meeting in person, but some groups are meeting virtually on a limited basis. If you are not a current book club member and would be interested in meeting virtually, email libask@siouxfalls.org to ask about openings.
Looking to start your own book club? Check out our Book Club to Go bags!
Book discussion groups are open to the public. Copies of the book may be checked out from the library. If you require special accommodations, call 605-367-8700 at least 24 hours in advance of the program.
Book Buzz at WoodGrain Brewing Company
For people who like to read a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles. Meets on the 1st Thursday of the month, 7-8:30 p.m. at WoodGrain Brewing Company (101 S. Phillips Ave.). Registration is required. For more information, to join the wait list, or to reserve a copy of the book, call 367-8144 or email caillelibrary@siouxfalls.org.
Current status: Full
May 6 -- The Children Act, by Ian McEwan
June 3 -- In the Woods, by Tana French
Books and Beans Book Club
For people who enjoy reading a variety of books and discussing them while enjoying a great cup of coffee. Meets from 2-3 p.m. at Stomping Grounds (700 N. Vandemark Ave.) in Hartford on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Call Sara at 605-367-6384 for more information or to reserve a copy of the book.
Current status: Full
May 20--Selection to come
BYOBook Club
A book club for independent readers. No assigned books. Read what you like, come, and share! Meets from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Downtown Library (200 N. Dakota Ave.) on the second Thursday of each month. Contact Amber at apettman@siouxfalls.org or 367-8700 with any questions.
Current status: Open
Eclectic Book Group
For people who read fiction, nonfiction, biographies, or anything else. Meets at the Caille Branch on the 1st Monday of the month, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Librarian Jane Taylor leads the discussions. For more information or to reserve a copy of the book, call 605-367-8715. Contact Jane Taylor to be placed on a waiting list.
Current status: Full
May 3 -- This Tender Land, by William Kent Krueger
June 7 -- Nightingale, by Kirstin Hannah
Page Turners Book Group
For people who love to read a wide variety or want to expand their reading horizons. Usually meets on the 3rd Monday of the month at the Ronning Branch, 6:30-7:30 p.m. For more information or to reserve a copy of the book, call 605-367-8140.
Current status: Full
May 17 -- Dry, by Neal Shusterman
June 21 -- This Tender Land, by William Kent Krueger
Sweet Reads
For people who enjoy reading a variety of books, and discussing them over coffee and treats. Join us the 1st Tuesday of the month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Jones Building, 421 N Phillips Avenue. For more information, call Jamie at 605-367-8700.
Current status: Open
May 4 -- After the Funeral, by Agatha Christie
June 8 -- Lincoln in the Bardo, by George Saunders
Young @ Heart Book Clubs
Book clubs for adults who enjoy young adult books.
Oak View Branch
Meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. This book group is currently full. To be added to the waitlist please call 605-367-8060 or send an email to OakViewLibrary@siouxfalls.org.
Current status: Full
May 10 -- Between Shades of Gray, by Ruta Sepetys
June 14 -- From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankwieler, by E.L. Konigsburg
Prairie West Branch
Meets on the 1st Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. For more information or to reserve a copy of the book, call 605-978-6899 or send an email to prairiewestlibrary@siouxfalls.org
Current status: Open
May 6 -- Jane, Unlimited by Kristin Cashore
June 3 -- Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds
