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.
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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