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Hip Hop for Teens

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Do you want to learn the latest hip hop moves, build confidence, and have a blast while doing it?  Northern Plains Dance’s Hip Hop for Teens class is for you.  This class is perfect for beginners, whether you're totally new to hip hop or

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join game designer Karston Kellar to learn how to create a simple Unity video game in three hours.  Attendees will learn how to make characters, create a game environment, and program the character to interact with objects and other character

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come and piece together a prize-winning victory at this community event that will delight puzzle lovers. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

April is here—time to get outdoors!  Whether it is hiking, walking the dog, or playing in a park, physical activity in nature is a game-changer for your health.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen HQ Walk-In Hours

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens

Walk-in hours are times when library staff is present, and technology and gaming are available to use in HQ. During regular Library hours when walk-in times are not available, HQ will be available for individual or group study by teens in grades 6-12 by accessing a key from the Adult Information Desk. Teens are required to show a school or photo ID to Library staff in order to use the room. If teens do not have a school ID, they can ask to have one made by the Library staff. They should stop by the Children's Information Desk to inquire. Electronics and other select items are only available for check-out use during HQ walk-in hours when the room is monitored by Library staff or volunteers.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Relax and unwind while making something special! Try our featured craft, bring a project from home, or dig through our supplies to discover your own awesome project to make!

This event is in the "Children" group.
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Children of all ages are invited to dance and learn about traditional powwow music, dances, regalia and more while developing an appreciation of our multicultural community. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Story Time

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

All ages. This story time focuses on books, songs, and special time together as a family. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Story Time

9:30am - 9:45am
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

18 mo. to 3 years. This story time focuses on songs and books to teach children to love and appreciate stories. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bookmobile Route 4

9:30am - 4:15pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Open Door Preschool 9:30-10:15

Lighthouse Learning Center 10:30-11:15

Healing Hearts Lodge 1:30-2:15

Pride Life Skill Center 2:30-3:15

Sunshine Lane 3:45-4:15

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Story Time

10:15am - 10:30am
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

18 mo. to 3 years. This story time focuses on songs and books to teach children to love and appreciate stories. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Strictly Mysteries Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Missouri River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Calling all mystery lovers! Come along to our group to meet up with others and discuss your favorite mystery authors. In April the group will discuss the books of Camilla Lackberg.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

High Plains Fair Housing Table

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Main Floor Atrium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The High Plains Fair Housing Center is an organization that works to to ensure equal housing opportunities for all.  Stop by the library to chat in-person with a representative to learn about their resources, events, and opportunities.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen HQ Walk-In Hours

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens

Walk-in hours are times when library staff is present, and technology and gaming are available to use in HQ. During regular Library hours when walk-in times are not available, HQ will be available for individual or group study by teens in grades 6-12 by accessing a key from the Adult Information Desk. Teens are required to show a school or photo ID to Library staff in order to use the room. If teens do not have a school ID, they can ask to have one made by the Library staff. They should stop by the Children's Information Desk to inquire. Electronics and other select items are only available for check-out use during HQ walk-in hours when the room is monitored by Library staff or volunteers.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Library Kid Club

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Children
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Do you enjoy reading, making arts & crafts, and spending time with friends? Join other library kids Tuesdays after-school at 3:45 to read a story and complete a project. Registration is required. 20 registrants max. (Gr. K-5)

This event is in the "Children" group.

Wiggling Kids Music

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Bring the family for an evening of musical fun. This program for young children and their families, facilitated by Boram Chern, Bachelor of Music Therapy, from Matilda Studio, provides a great way to introduce and celebrate music.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Story Time

9:30am - 10:00am
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

3-6 years of age. This story time focuses on books, puppets, and songs. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Introduction to iPad / iPhone

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This hands-on technology workshop will help you make the most of your iPad and iPhone devices. Devices will not be provided, so please bring your own device for a hands-on experience.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bookmobile Route 5

10:00am - 5:00pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Hazelton School 10:00-3:00

Moffit Post Office 3:30-4:00

Driscoll 4:30-5:00

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This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Story Time

10:15am - 10:45am
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

3-6 years of age. This story time focuses on books, puppets, and songs. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Yoga with Miss Jana

10:45am - 11:15am
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Introduce your preschooler to the joys of yoga with “Preschool Yoga with Miss Jana”! After a fun-filled story time, join certified instructor Jana Millner for an interactive and calming yoga session tailored for preschool-aged children.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen HQ Walk-In Hours

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens

Walk-in hours are times when library staff is present, and technology and gaming are available to use in HQ. During regular Library hours when walk-in times are not available, HQ will be available for individual or group study by teens in grades 6-12 by accessing a key from the Adult Information Desk. Teens are required to show a school or photo ID to Library staff in order to use the room. If teens do not have a school ID, they can ask to have one made by the Library staff. They should stop by the Children's Information Desk to inquire. Electronics and other select items are only available for check-out use during HQ walk-in hours when the room is monitored by Library staff or volunteers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Positive Discipline Parenting Class

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children, Adults
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join Jacey Wanner from NDSU Ext. – Morton County for this 6-week session. Learn how to create healthy relationships and focus on fostering positive behavior in children. Childcare will be provided.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Public program on a historical topic specific to Bismarck, North Dakota. The event is free and open to the public to attend.