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Library Bird Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Missouri River Room
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly meeting of the Library Bird Club.  All levels of enthusiasm and expertise are welcome.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bookmobile Route 1

10:45am–5:30pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Naughton School 10:45 to 11:30

Apple Creek School 12:30 to 2:45

South Blossom Drive 3:45 to 4:15

Apple Valley-Little Free Library 4:15

South View Lane 4:30

Yorktown Drive 5:00 to 5:20

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Community Service Organization
Event Details:

Through songs, play, and conversation, the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library and the Bismarck Adult Learning Center will help community members learn and practice English together with their young children.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Main Floor Atrium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Service Organization
Event Details:

Community Options will be on-site at the library to provide information about their services. Meet with trained staff, learn more about Family Services and eligibility requirements, and get all your questions answered!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Winter Walk & Talk

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Library Plaza
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join library staff and Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health as we check out a good walk while discussing all the great things we are reading, watching, and listening to.  

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

Wiggling Kids Music

6:00pm–6:30pm
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 "Adults" group
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Missouri River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Reader's Voice Book Discussion group meets at 7:00pm on the first Tuesday of each month from September to May (excluding January) in the library's Missouri River Room. Everyone is welcome, and there is no charge to attend.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bookmobile Route 2

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Sterling Post Office 10:00 to 10:30

Sterling School 10:35 to 11:30

Sterling-Little Free Library on Service Ave 11:55

McKenzie-Little Free Library 12:00

Menoken School-Little Free Library 12:15

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 "All Ages" group

Bookmobile Route 3

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

Wing School 10:00 to 1:55

Wing Senior Center-Little Free Library 2:00

Downtown Wing 2:00 to 3:00

Trail Boss Way and Branding Iron Drive 4:30 to 5:00

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Mobile Library Route 1

10:30am–2:30pm
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type: Mobile Library
Event Details:

The Mobile Library will be stopping at these locations today.

Augusta Place 10:30 - 11:30 

Sierra Court Apts 11:45

Century Cottages 12:00

Brandon Heights 1:40

Door of Hope 2:00

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mahjong Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Missouri River Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Explore new hobbies and learn from experienced hobbyists as you learn Mahjong! No registration or experience is needed. Come and go as your schedule allows. 

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:

Stop by Teen HQ to work alongside other crocheters.  Whether you are picking up a crochet hook for the first time or are a seasoned crocheter seeking help with a tricky pattern, you are welcome here.

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

Chess Club for Kids

6:30pm–8:00pm
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 chess.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Mobility Class

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Missouri River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for a 60-minute session designed to get your body moving in a safe and enjoyable environment. Led by experienced instructors from Northern Plains Dance, this class aims to foster trust and confidence.  

This event is in the "Children" group

Wiggling Kids Music

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

Bring the family for a special Saturday session 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 "Teens" group
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 1pm to be added to the tournament bracket.

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

Stop by to pick up a children's Spring take and make craft kit. Craft kits are first-come, first-served while supplies last. Sponsored by the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library

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: Technology Class
Event Details:

Coding Club for grades 6–8 is a free opportunity for teens to dive into coding, explore Python and block-based languages, use robots to solve challenges, and discover careers in computer science—all in a fun, supportive environment.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bookmobile Route 4

9:00am–4:15pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Open Door Preschool 9:30 to 10:15

Lighthouse Learning Center 10:30 to 11:15

Brentwood Adventist School 12:30 to 1:15

Healing Heart Lodge 1:30 to 2:15

Pride Life Skill Center 2:30 to 3:15

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Community Service Organization
Event Details:

Through songs, play, and conversation, the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library and the Bismarck Adult Learning Center will help community members learn and practice English together with their young children.