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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

Pokémon Card Trade for Teens

4:15pm–5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Calling teen Pokémon enthusiasts! Bring your Pokémon trading cards to Teen HQ to meet up with other card collectors, and trade cards.  We will use tcgplayer.com to help attendees value out their cards to ensure their trades are fair.

Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
This event is in the "Children" group
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Experience the magic of "The Wizard of Oz" with a unique puppet story time at the Children's Library! Northern Plains Dance joins Miss Tiffany and Colette to bring this beloved story to life.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bookmobile Route 1

9:30am–5:30pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Missouri Valley Montessori 9:30 to 10:15

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

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 "Children" group

Intro to Crochet for Kids

3:15pm–4:15pm
Children
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Sherry Schatz from Start to Finish Sewing Company for an introduction to the craft of crochet. She will guide young crafters in learning about basic stitches and tools. Yarn and hooks will be available to use.

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 "Children" group
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Experience the magic of "The Wizard of Oz" with a unique puppet story time at the Children's Library! Northern Plains Dance joins Miss Tiffany and Colette to bring this beloved story to life.

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Job Service North Dakota Booth

1:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Main Floor Atrium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Service Organization
Event Details:

Job Service North Dakota will be at the library providing information on training programs, help with job seeking, Veteran's services, unemployment insurance, and more!

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 Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Experience the magic of "The Wizard of Oz" with a unique puppet story time at the Children's Library! Northern Plains Dance joins Miss Tiffany and Colette to bring this beloved story to life.

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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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 "Children" group

LEGO Club for Kids

3:30pm–4:30pm
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 "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

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 "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 "Adults" group

Mobile Library

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Mobile Library
Event Details:

Hay Creek Lodge 1:00 pm

 

This event is in the "Children" group

Ukulele Workshop for Beginners

3:30pm–4:15pm
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Are you new to ukulele playing? Have you wanted to learn this fun, unique instrument? Ready to strum your way to some musical joy?

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: Other
Event Details:

Join local musician Kris Kitko (Kittyko) for a lively introduction to ukulele basics! This hands-on session is perfect for teens looking to dive into music.