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Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Closed
Required
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
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.

Kids! Explore the Outdoors Bug Kits

All Day
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
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 "Children" group.

Tiny Tots Dancing with Sacred Pipe Resource Center

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Library at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
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 "Adults" group.

High Plains Fair Housing Table

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Floor Atrium at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
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 "Children" group.

Wiggling Kids Music

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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:

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Positive Discipline Parenting Class

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
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 event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Volunteer Club

Thursday, April 10, 2025 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:

Do you need volunteer hours for school, National Honor Society, or college applications? Or maybe you would just like to help out at the library! The Volunteer Club is for you. We meet to work on projects in the library.

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

Chess Club for Kids

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Story Room at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Chess Club for Kids is open to all school-aged children and teens who want to learn about and play

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Tour

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Floor Atrium at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Main Floor Atrium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Ever been curious about the inner workings of the library? Here's your chance to satisfy that curiosity! Our library staff guide will give you an insider's look at the spaces and activities that make our library run smoothly each day.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Parent/Infant Singing Class

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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:

Dakota Pro Musica is happy to present singing classes specifically for parents and their infants, to encourage music learning and enjoyment from the very start.

Library Game Day

Sunday, April 13, 2025 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.

Orville the Bunny Visits the Children's Library

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Library at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Orville is hopping down the bunny trail! He will visit the Children's Library on Monday, April 14th from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 19th from 9:30-10:30 a.m.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Video Game Free Play: Switch Sports

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 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.

Wiggling Kids Music

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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:

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Positive Discipline Parenting Class

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
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 event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club for Kids

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Story Room at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Chess Club for Kids is open to all school-aged children and teens who want to learn about and play

Library Closed for Good Friday Holiday

All Day
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library, Bookmobile, Mobile Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library, Bookmobile, Mobile Library, Off Site
Description:

The library will be closed on Friday, April 18th, for the Good Friday holiday.  We will reopen on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. Our digital library is always open!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Orville the Bunny Visits the Children's Library

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Library at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Orville is hopping down the bunny trail! He will visit the Children's Library on Monday, April 14th from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 19th from 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Library Closed for Easter

All Day
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library, Bookmobile, Mobile Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library, Bookmobile, Mobile Library, Off Site
Description:

The library will be closed on Sunday, April 20th, for the Easter.  We will reopen on Monday at 9:00 a.m. Our digital library is always open!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Video Game Tournament: Switch Sports

Monday, April 21, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Wiggling Kids Music

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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:

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Positive Discipline Parenting Class

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
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 event is in the "Children" group.

LEGO Club for Kids

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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:

Children ages 10+ meet to build with LEGO bricks. Junior Makers ages 5-9 are welcome with a caregiver aged 12+. The Library has a collection of LEGO bricks and minifigures for children to use. Please leave your own at home.

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

Chess Club for Kids

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Story Room at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Chess Club for Kids is open to all school-aged children and teens who want to learn about and play