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Teen HQ Open Hours

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen HQ at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Teen HQ Walk-In Hours:

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 w...

Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other

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.

Teen Video Game Free Play: Mario Kart

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Teen HQ at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stop by Teen HQ to play video games with other teens.  This casual free play is a great opportunity to try new games or revisit favorites.  This is a free play event, so feel free to come and go as your schedule allows.

This event is in the "Children" group.

BARK

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Story Room at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

(Bismarck Animals Reading with Kids)

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ballroom Basics-Waltz

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

We are inviting all social dance lovers!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Lapsit Baby Story Time

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 9:45am
Children's Library at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Infants up to 24 months. This story time is for children held in caregiver laps for books, songs, and puppets. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Story Time

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Children's Library at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Children's Library
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.

Dance Tales presented by Northern Plains Dance

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Children's Library at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Bring your infants, toddlers, and preschoolers to “Dance Tales,” a unique and interactive experience presented by Northern Plains Dance at the Children’s Library!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen HQ at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come to the library to explore the endless possibilities of Dungeons and Dragons! Join our friends at Comic Realms for a one-shot adventure.  No experience necessary!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Thriller for Teens

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Meeting Room C at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Calling all Zombies! Join us October 17th, 1:00-1:45 pm, for a pop-up Thriller class. You’ll learn the iconic Thriller choreography just in time for Halloween. 

Mobile Library Route 4

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Library
Program Type:
Mobile Library
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Program Type: Mobile Library
Event Details:

The Mobile Library will be stopping at these locations today: 

Terrace 1:00-1:30

Missouri Slope AL 1:45

Marillac Manor 1:50-2:20

Baptist 2:30

Prairie Pointe 2:45-3:15

St. Gabriel's 3:45-4:30

This event is in the "Children" group.

Children's Library Movie Day - The Garfield Movie (PG)

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Story Room at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Enjoy a free family movie in the story room. Movie days coincide with days off at Bismarck Public Schools. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver age 12+.

The Garfield Movie 
2024 • PG • 1h 41m  

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen HQ Open Hours

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen HQ at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Teen HQ Walk-In Hours:

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 w...

Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other

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.

BARK

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Story Room at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

(Bismarck Animals Reading with Kids)

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Movie Night - A Quiet Place: Day One (PG-13)

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Enjoy a free movie in the library's lower level in Meeting Room A. Parents/guardians are responsible for minors attending films. Comfortable seating is available, and fresh popcorn is served. Covered drinks and snacks are welcome.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Watercolor with Painter Nicole

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Story Room at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for “Watercolor with Painter Nicole,” a fun and creative event where young artists in grades K-5 can learn to create a fall-themed masterpiece!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Game Jam for Teens: Learn How to Create a Simple Unity Video Game in Three Hours

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Training Lab at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Technology Class
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 "Children" group.

BARK

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Story Room at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

(Bismarck Animals Reading with Kids)

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stitch Days

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Missouri River Room at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Missouri River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Hello Fiber Friend! If you crochet, knit, embroider, cross-stitch, punch needle, weave, anything that involves yarn or thread and are in the Bismarck area, then this is the group for you!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Video Game Tournament: Mario Kart

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen HQ at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Show off your skills or try a game that is new to you at Teen HQ’s monthly teen video game tournament. Prizes will be awarded.  Please arrive by 1:00 pm to be added to the tournament bracket.

Library Game Day

Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Meet new people and check out the library's extensive board game collection. Open to all ages, there will be board games, card games, group games, kid's games, and lawn games. Snacks will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Fall Craft Kits for Kids - Jack-o-Lantern Craft

All Day
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by to pick up a children's fall take and make craft kit. Craft kits are first come, first served while supplies last. October's craft is an Air Dry Clay Jack-O-Lantern craft. Sponsored by the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen HQ Open Hours

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen HQ at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Teen HQ Walk-In Hours:

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 w...

Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other

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.

BARK

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Story Room at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

(Bismarck Animals Reading with Kids)

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen HQ Open Hours

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen HQ at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Teen HQ Walk-In Hours:

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 w...

Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other

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.