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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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Piece-by-Piece Puzzle Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Main Floor Atrium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Do you love jigsaw puzzles? We’ll have a wide variety of puzzles available for use, suitable for all ages, or you can bring your own to swap with others. Stop in to work on puzzles and meet fellow puzzle enthusiasts.

This event is in the "Children" group

Lapsit Baby Story Time

9:30am–9:45am
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Tiffany Thursdays at 9:30 am for Lapsit Baby Story Time. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Story Time

10:15am–10:45am
Children
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join Miss Tiffany and friends Thursdays at 10:15 am for Preschool Story Time. 

Mobile Library Route 4

1:00pm–5:00pm
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Program Type: Mobile Library
Event Details:

The Mobile Library will be stopping at these locations today.

The Terrace 1:00 - 1:30 

Valley View Heights 1:45

Marillac Manor 1:50 - 2:20

Baptist 2:30

Prairie Pointe 2:45 - 3:15

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 "Teens" group

Book Bedazzling for Teens

4:15pm–5:45pm
Teens
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Teen HQ
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Want to add some serious sparkle to your reading game? Bring a favorite book from home and bedazzle it with diamond art drills! If you don’t have a book to bring, no worries—grab a free book from our stash and get crafty.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Free and open to all. All movies are shown in the 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.

Freakier Friday [PG] 1h 50m

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

Parent/Infant Singing Class

10:30am–11:00am
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 and toddlers, to encourage music learning and enjoyment from the very start.

This event is in the "Children" group

Junior Duck Stamp Art Class (Grades K-4)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Fish and Wildlife Service’s Junior Duck Stamp competition began in 1993 to increase respect and appreciation for natural resources.  Join Nicole Gagner to learn about waterfowl and create artwork to submit for this year’s contest. &n

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

Junior Duck Stamp Art Class (Grades 5-12)

2:15pm–3:15pm
Children, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Fish and Wildlife Service’s Junior Duck Stamp competition began in 1993 to increase respect and appreciation for natural resources.  Join Nicole Gagner to learn about waterfowl and create artwork to submit for this year’s contest. &n

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 "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

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!