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Hour of Code

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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Technology Class

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Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library

Room: Story Room

Age Group: Children

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JOIN TENS OF MILLIONS OF STUDENTS FOR AN HOUR OF CODE™!

Potluck Book Club- Science Fiction

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Book Club

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Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library

Room: Missouri River Room

Age Group: Adults

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The book club where everyone brings a different book! Read any title that fits with the monthly theme and come prepared to dish about it to your fellow bibliophiles. If you hated it, tell us why. If you loved it, convince us to read it.

Library Tour

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Other

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Adults

Open

Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library

Room: Main Floor Atrium

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

Registration Required

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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.

Potluck Book Club- Romance/Romantasy

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Book Club

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Adults

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Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library

Room: Missouri River Room

Age Group: Adults

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Potluck Book Club- First Book in a Series

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Book Club

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Adults

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Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library

Room: Missouri River Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

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Potluck Book Club- Travel

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Book Club

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Adults

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Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library

Room: Missouri River Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

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Potluck Book Club- Short Story or Story Collection

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Book Club

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Adults

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Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library

Room: Missouri River Room

Age Group: Adults

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All Day	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen HQ Challenge All Day 5/28–8/8 Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Other Event Details: How well do you know Teen HQ? Take the Teen HQ challenge this summer and try the awesome activities we have lined up to earn some cool prizes. If you complete enough activities to get a bingo, you’ll earn a prize.
9 am		This event is in the "Children" group Kids! Explore the Outdoors with Jump Ropes! 9:00am–9:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Event Details: Jump into Summer—June is here! School's out, the sun is shining, and it's time to get outside and play.	This event is in the "Children" group Toddler Story Time 9:30am–9:45am Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Story Time Event Details: This story time focuses on songs & books because we are teaching children to love and appreciate stories, and we are also helping them learn how to attend a library story time. This event is in the "All Ages" group Bookmobile Route 1 9:30am–6:00pm All Ages Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Bookmobile Event Details: Missouri Valley Montessori 9:30-10:15 Baldwin 10:45-12:00 McDowell Dam 1:30-2:30 Apple Creek School 2:45-3:30 South Blossom Drive 3:45-4:15 Yorktown Drive 5:00-5:20 Patriot Park 5:30-6:00	This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Story Time 9:30am–10:00am Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Story Time Event Details: This story time focuses on books, puppets, and songs. Speaking puppets help bring stories to life and spark imagination in your child.	This event is in the "Children" group Lapsit Baby Story Time 9:30am–9:45am Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Story Time Event Details: This story time is for children held in caregiver laps for books, songs, and puppets. Through this story time interaction, your baby will develop language & social skills.
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group Swing and Sing-Along With Kittyko 10:30am–11:15am Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Children's Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Performance Event Details: Step into rhythm and joy at our Swing & Sing-Along event featuring the dynamic Kittyko!	This event is in the "Children" group Toddler Story Time 10:15am–10:30am Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Story Time Event Details: This story time focuses on songs & books because we are teaching children to love and appreciate stories, and we are also helping them learn how to attend a library story time.	This event is in the "All Ages" group Bookmobile Route 2 10:00am–4:00pm All Ages Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Bookmobile Event Details: Sterling Post Office 10:00-10:30 Sterling Truck Stop 10:40-11:30 Menoken School 12:00-1:30 MacDonald Ranch 2:30-3:00 ND-1804 & 66th St SE 3:15-3:45 Evergreen Manor 4:00-4:15 This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Story Time 10:15am–10:45am Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Story Time Event Details: This story time focuses on books, puppets, and songs. Speaking puppets help bring stories to life and spark imagination in your child.	This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Story Time 10:15am–10:45am Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Story Time Event Details: This story time focuses on books, puppets, and songs. Speaking puppets help bring stories to life and spark imagination in your child. Mobile Library Route 1 10:30am–2:30pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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
11 am			This event is in the "Teens" group Art in Motion for Teens 11:30am–12:30pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Labyrinth (North Lawn) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join Northern Plains Dance for a unique dance class where creativity meets movement! As we dance, we'll paint a visual picture, transforming the choreography into artwork. Think of it like making brushstrokes with every step, turn, and jump.	This event is in the "Children" group Color Our World with Magic! with Jeff Quinn 11:00am–12:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Children Program Type: Performance Event Details: Magician Jeff Quinn brings a unique blend of entertainment and amazement to his colorful show. Experience a performance filled with exciting magic tricks, each with a creative artistic twist.	This event is in the "All Ages" group Bookmobile Route 3 11:00am–5:00pm All Ages Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Bookmobile Event Details: Downtown Wing 11:00-3:00 Regan 3:30-4:00 Trail Boss Way / Brandon Iron Drive 4:30-5:00 ROUTE MAP
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1 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group Mixed Media Collage on Paper for Teens 1:00pm–3:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Teen HQ Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Explore the creative possibilities of mixed media as you layer different papers, paints, and found materials to create unique collages.	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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Main Floor Atrium Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Other 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 "Children" group Color Our World with Magic! with Jeff Quinn 1:00pm–2:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Children Program Type: Performance Event Details: Magician Jeff Quinn brings a unique blend of entertainment and amazement to his colorful show. Experience a performance filled with exciting magic tricks, each with a creative artistic twist.
2 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group Magic Class for Teens with Jeff Quinn 2:30pm–3:30pm Teens Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Teens Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Are you ready to unlock the secrets of magic? Join Jeff Quinn, an award-winning magician, who will teach you how to perform mind-blowing tricks with everyday objects like rubber bands, coins, and pencils.	This event is in the "Adults" group Start a New Hobby: Mahjong 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Missouri River Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: Explore new hobbies and learn from experienced hobbyists at our exciting new program! The hobby featured is the Mahjong tile game presented by the Dragon Players Mahjong Group. No registration or experience is needed as your schedule allows.
3 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group Teen HQ Walk-In Hours 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Teen HQ Walk-In Hours 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Teen HQ Walk-In Hours 3:45pm–4:30pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Art Exploration for Teens: Clay 3:00pm–4:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Teen HQ Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop by Teen HQ to unleash your creativity. Mystery craft supplies related to the theme of the day will be available to use. What you make and how you use the supplies is completely up to you. Bring your ideas and let's craft together! This event is in the "Teens" group Teen HQ Walk-In Hours 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Dakota Zoo Biofacts Story Time 3:45pm–4:15pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Story Time Event Details: Bring your little ones to a Biofacts Story Time with Dakota Zoo!
4 pm					This event is in the "Children" group Story Time at the Dream Center Bismarck 4:45pm–5:15pm Children Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Story Time Event Details: Join Miss Tiffany for special story times at Dream Center Bismarck during their Summer Block Party on Thursday afternoons, June 5, July 3, and August 7.
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6 pm			This event is in the "Children" group Wiggling Kids Music 6:30pm–7:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.

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