Book Clubs
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.
Baltic Book Club
For those who enjoy reading different types of books with varying topics and genres. Meets at the Baltic Branch Library every 6-8 weeks on a Tuesday evening as agreed upon by the group members. Please contact Kathy Faith at the Baltic Branch Library for more information and the next meeting date.
Current status: Open
Book Buzz at WoodGrain Brewing Company
For people who like to read a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles. Meets at WoodGrain Brewing Company (101 S. Phillips Ave.).
Tuesday Group
Meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month, 7-8:30 p.m. For more information, to join the wait list, or to reserve a copy of the book, call 367-8700 or email libask@siouxfalls.org.
Current status: Open
June 25 -- A Thousand Splendid Suns, by Khaled Hosseini
July 23 -- The Round House, by Louise Erdrich
Thursday Group
Meets on the 1st Thursday of the month, 7-8:30 p.m. 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
June 6 -- Small Great Things, by Jodi Picoult
July 11 -- When Breath Becomes Air, by Paul Kalanithi
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 605-543-5296 for more information or to reserve a copy of the book.
Current status: Full
June 20 -- Namesake, by Jhumpa Lahiri
July 18 -- Night Circus, by Erin Morgenstern
Brandon Book Club
For people who enjoy reading a diverse range of books. Meets the 1st Thursday of the month from 10:30-11:45 a.m. at the Brandon Community Library. All are welcome. For information, contact Sharon at 582-2390.
Current status: Open
July 11-- Zookeeper's Wife, by Diane Ackerman
August 1 -- Devil in the White City, by Erik Larson
Colton Book Club
Meets at the Colton Branch on the 1st Wednesday of the month, 7-7:30 p.m. Registration is not required, and all are welcome to attend. Call 605-446-3519 for more information or to reserve a copy of the book.
Current status: Open
July 3 -- "What are you reading?" Night-no book needed
August 7 -- Heartsick, by Chelsea Cain
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, 7-8:30 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
July 1 -- Between the World and Me, by Ta-Nehisi Coates
August 5 -- No selection for August
Garretson Book Club
For people who enjoy reading a variety of books. Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 7-8 p.m. at the Garretson Branch Library. All are welcome. For more information, contact the library at 594-6619. Led by community volunteer Jody Larson.
Current status: Open
June 19 -- Stones for Bread, by Christa Parrish
July 17 -- News of the World, by Paulette Jiles
Grounds for Thought
Meets at the Prairie West Branch on the 3rd Thursday of the Month, 10-11:30 a.m.. Bring your own cup (we’ll provide the coffee) and join us to brew up bookish conversation over a cup of coffee. We’ll be reading a “dark roast” blend of fiction and nonfiction. This book group is currently full. To be added to the waitlist, please send an email to prairiewestlibrary@siouxfalls.org.
Current status: Full
June 20 -- The Journey of Crazy Horse, by Joseph Marshall
July 18 -- And Then There Were None, by Agatha Christie
Mystery Book Group
For people who love mystery. Meets at the Ronning Branch on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7-8:30 p.m. Librarian Carin Schleicher leads the discussions. (This group is currently full. Contact Carin Schleicher to be placed on a waiting list.) For more information or to reserve a copy of the book, call 605-367-8144.
Current status: Full
June 18 -- TBD
July 16 -- TBD
Next Level Book Club
For people with a diverse taste in books and beer. Usually meets the last Wednesday of every other month, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Join us at Remedy Brewing Company, 401 E. 8th St. #120. For more information or to reserve a copy of the book, call 367-8700 or email libask@siouxfalls.org.
Current status: Open
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, 7-8 p.m. For more information or to reserve a copy of the book, call 605-367-8140.
Current status: Full
June 17 -- Master Butcher's Singing Club, by Louise Erdrich
July 15 -- Redeployment, by Phil Klay
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 Half Baked, 120 South Phillips Avenue. For more information, call Jamie at 605-367-8700.
Current status: Open
July 2 -- Handmaid's Tale, by Margaret Atwood
August 6 -- Joy Luck Club, by Amy Tan
Young @ Heart Book Clubs
Book clubs for adults who enjoy young adult books.
Brandon Branch
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. For more information, to reserve a copy of the book, or to register, call 605-582-2390 or send an email to LBrandonStaff@siouxfalls.org
Current status: Open
June 18 -- Carry On, by Rainbow Rowell
July 16 -- A Hope More Powerful Than the Sea, by Melissa Fleming
Oak View Branch
Meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. For more information, to reserve a copy of the book, or to register, call 605-367-8060 or send an email to OakViewLibrary@siouxfalls.org.
Current status: Full
July 8 -- How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents, by Julia Alvarez
August 12 -- The Serpent King, by Jeff Zentner
