Upcoming Events

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

Are you a fan of Dav Pilkey's books such as the Dog Man or Cat Kid series? Using inspiration from these fun books, local artist Ali LaRock will show young artists ideas and tips on creating their own comics, trading cards, and flip-o-ramas!

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 Wild Robot (2024) • PG • 1h 42m 

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

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

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

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 recommended. 20 registrants max. (Gr. K-5)

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

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

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.

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

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

Participate in the art of rock painting while learning about the Burleigh County 4-H program, which is available for youth ages 5 to 18. Gr. K-5. Registration required due to supplies. 

Step into rhythm and joy at our Swing & Sing-Along event featuring the dynamic Kittyko!

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

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

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

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 recommended. 20 registrants max. (Gr. K-5)

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.

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

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

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

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

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.