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: Full
October 22 -- Behind Every Great Man, by Marlene Wagman-Geller
November 26 -- The Night Circus, by Erin Morganstern
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
October 3 -- Bear Town, by Fredrik Backman
November 7 -- Nimona, by Noelle Stevenson
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
October 17 -- The Lake House, by Kate Morton
November 21 -- American Fire, by Monica Hesse
BYOBook Club
A book club for independent readers. No assigned books. Read what you like, come, and share! Meets from 7-8 p.m. at the Downtown Library (200 N. Dakota Ave.) on the second Thursday of each month. Contact Amber at afick@siouxfalls.org or 367-8700 with any questions.
Current status: Full
November 14 -- Register here
December 12 -- Register here
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
November 7 -- Idaho, by Emily Ruskovich
December 5 -- Little Heathens, by Mildred Armstrong Kalish
Colton Book Club
Meets at the Colton Branch on the 1st Wednesday of the month, 7-7:30 p.m until Dec 4, 2019. Registration is no longer available.
Current status: Full
November 6 -- How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents, by Julia Alvarez
December 4 -- Light Between Oceans, by M.L. Stedman
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
November 4 -- Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, by Gail Honeyman
December 2 -- Gentleman in Moscow, by Amor Towles
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
October 16 -- Everything I Never Told You, by Celeste Ng
November 20 -- Midnight's Furies, by Nisid Hajari
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
November 19-- TBD
December 17 -- 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 Books n' Brewz Pizzeria (201 N Weber Ave). For more information or to reserve a copy of the book, call 367-8700 or email libask@siouxfalls.org.
Current status: Open
October 23 -- Bring your own horror novel to discuss!
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
October 21 -- Kitchens of the Great Midwest, by J. Ryan Stradal
November 18 -- Every Day, by David Levithan
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
November 5 -- You Will Know Me, by Megan E. Abbott
December 3 -- Lake House, by Kate Morton
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
November 19 -- When You Reach Me, by Rebecca Stead
December 17 -- Nimona, by Noelle Stevenson
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
October 21 -- Scythe, by Neal Shusterman
November 18 -- I am Princess X, by Cherie Priest
