Art Reception with Walter Piehl

December 7, 2023, 6:00 PM

Main Atrium

The reception will feature a short presentation about Piehl’s commissioned art piece for the library. After the presentation, guests will have the opportunity to view and discuss the captivating painting with the artist while enjoying light refreshments and engaging in conversations with one another.

Winter Clothing Basket

If you have spare hats, gloves, mittens, or scarves that are still in great shape, we welcome you to bring them to the library's main checkout desk. We'll have a "Winter Clothing Basket" conveniently located in our lobby throughout the chilly season. This is a place for community members to donate and collect these essential winter items. Your kind contributions can make a world of difference in keeping our friends and neighbors toasty during the frosty months ahead.

Pickleball Fun For All!

Thanks to a partnership between Bismarck Library Foundation and Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health, you can embrace the chill and stay fit with our new pickleball sets. Each set includes four paddles and four balls and can be borrowed for seven days. For court locations, visit bisparks.org or check the YMCA schedules. Grab a set from the library and enjoy a fun, active game of pickleball today!

Welcome New Staff

Our library is thrilled to announce the addition of a new staff member to our team! Our staff is eager to help you discover new worlds, learn new things, and explore your creativity.

Megan – Adult Services Associate I

Winter Solstice Cardio Drumming

December 21, 2023

Meeting Room A

4:30-5:00 Family

5:15-5:45 Family

6:00-6:30 Adult

Holiday Storytime and Stuffed Animal Sleepover

December 8, 2023, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Children's Library Story Room

Put on your PJ's, grab your stuffed animal friend, and get ready for a fun event! It's a special story time for kids ages birth through 5th grade. After the stories are done, leave your stuffed animal in the care of the Library staff for a night of fun at the Library. Then come back to collect your buddy on Saturday morning. Preregistration is required. Stop by the Children's Information Desk or call the library to register.

Twelve Days of Craft Kits

December 18-29, 2023, Regular Library Hours

Children's Library Information Desk

‘Tis the season to be jolly and crafty! Get ready for 12 days of non-stop creativity and fun! Starting December 18th and running through December 29th, the Children’s Library will offer a different craft kit each day. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for daily reveals.

Teen Car Care 101

December 9, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Cedric Theel Toyota, Bismarck

Know how to drive but need to master car maintenance? Join us for our hands-on Teen Car Care 101 workshop led by experienced mechanic Jim Neumiller. Learn practical skills like checking tire pressure, changing oil, and understanding basic car maintenance tasks. Space is limited, so register early! 

Video Game Free Play

December 20, 2023, 3:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Teen Headquarters (HQ)

Stop by Teen HQ to play Super Smash Bros. with other teens. This is a free-play event, so feel free to come and go as your schedule allows.

Teen HQ Holiday Crafternoons

Take time this busy holiday season to visit Teen HQ and craft your cares away. Each week will feature a different craft that you can make for yourself or give to someone on your holiday gift list. Holiday Crafternoons are open to 6th-12th graders.

Digital Magazines in Libby

You love the Libby app for e-books and audiobooks – did you know that Libby is also home to a great collection of digital magazines? Now in Libby, you can subscribe to your favorite magazines, so you never miss an issue! From Newsweek, National Geographic, and Reader’s Digest to Food Network Magazine, Good Housekeeping, Family Handyman, and so many more, you’ll find all the latest issues in Libby in full-color digital reproduction of their print versions. Even better, you can check out and subscribe to magazines to your heart’s content – magazine checkouts don’t count against your 5-checkout at a time limit! Download the Libby app on your mobile device, or visit ndlibrary2go.overdrive.com on your computer. Click here to find out more.

Love the Library? Be a Friend!

The Friends of the Bismarck Public Library is a nonprofit organization committed to increasing public awareness and use of the library through cultural, educational, and social activities. The Friends also raises funds to supplement and enhance library programs and services. There are many ways to get involved and support the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library by volunteering with Friends of the Library activities! 

If you love the library, show your support by becoming a Friend today!