Welcome to your monthly Library Connections e-newsletter! Discover the exciting news and events that are happening here at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.

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Making Connections with Our Community

Bismarck Capital Pride

Juneteenth Celebration

Summer Reading Kickoff

The Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library had a busy month with outreach events. The library had informational tables at Capital Pride and the 2nd Annual Bismarck Juneteenth event. Our youth services staff also attended the ND Department of Public Instruction’s Summer Reading Kickoff on the Capitol Lawn. We appreciate opportunities to interact with citizens about the great services and programs available at the library!

 
 

Summer Adventures Begin With Your Free Library Card!


Your free Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library card opens up a world of entertainment, learning, discovery, and personal enrichment -- the library is much more than books. For the summer months, you can check out North Dakota State Park Day Passes, Fishing Poles, Children's Life Vests, Pickleball Sets and Disc Golf Kits! Call 355-1480 or stop by the Circulation Desk to find out about these unique items and more.

 

Summer Tech Classes

Seating is limited to 6 per session. Registration is required. Register online on the event page or sign up at the Adult Information desk. Classes are in the Computer Training Lab and last approximately one hour each.

Computer and Internet Basics

Wednesday, July 10, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM


Introduction to iPhones and iPads

Wednesday, July 17, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM


Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Thursday, July 25, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM


Introduction to Microsoft Word

Wednesday, July 31, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Ballroom Dance Basics

East Coast Swing: Thursday, July 11, 6:30 PM

Argentine Tango: Thursday, July 25, 6:30 PM

Meeting Room A

 

We invite all social dance lovers to join us for fun and excitement. Northern Plains Dance will guide you step-by-step through the fundamentals of ballroom dance. No partner is needed either! 

Strictly Mysteries Book Club: Ellis Peters

Tuesday, July 9, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Missouri River Room

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Sunday, July 14, 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM

Meeting Room A

Zentangle Class

Monday, July 15 and 22, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Meeting Room B

Stitch Days

Saturday, July 20, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Missouri River Room

 
 

Summer Story Times in July

Lapsit Baby Story Time* (15 minutes)

Ages: Infants up to 24 months

Time: Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.

Dates: July 11, 18, 25


Toddler Story Time* (20 minutes)

Ages: 18 months to 3 years

Time: Tuesdays at 9:30 and 10:15 a.m.

Dates: July 9, 16, 23


Preschool Story Time* (25 minutes)

Ages: 3 to 6 years of age

Time: Wednesdays at 9:30 and 10:15 a.m.,

Thursdays at 10:15 a.m.

Dates: July 10/11, 17/18, 24/25

Story Time at the Park

Ages: All ages

Time: 12:30 p.m.

Dates: Tuesday, July 9 – Wachter Park

Wednesday, July 17 – Lions Park

Thursday, July 25 – Jaycee Centennial Park


Grab a blanket, pick a spot, and join in a story time at the park!


*Children must be accompanied at all times by a caregiver during programs. All events are in the Children’s Library Story Room unless indicated.

 

Yoga for Youth on the Labyrinth

Mondays, July 01, 08, 15, 2024

9:30 AM - Yoga for Preschool

10:00 AM - Yoga for Elementary-aged

Wiggling Kids Music

Tuesdays, July 9, 16, and 23

6:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Children's Library Story Room

Get Growing: Mini Indoor Gardens for Kids

Saturday, July 13, 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

Children's Library Story Room

End of Summer Ice Cream Social

Monday, July 29, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Library Plaza

Northern Plains Dance Performances and Crafts


"Where the Wild Things Are"

Tuesday, July 23, 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Wednesday, July 24, 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM


"The Very Hungry Catepillar"

Thursday, July 25, 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

LEGO Club for Kids

Thursday, July 25, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Children's Library Story Room

 

Children ages 10+ meet to build with LEGO bricks. Junior Makers ages 5-9 are welcome with a caregiver aged 12+. 

 
 

Teen HQ Walk-In Hours

Monday through Thursday in July

3:00 PM to 4:30 PM


(No walk-in hours on July 4 or July 18)



Teen Headquarters (HQ)

Teen HQ (Headquarters) is your destination for reading, studying, doing homework, playing games with friends, attending teen events, being creative, and so much more. Stop by to see what's happening. HQ is open to teens in grades 6-12 (including students who have just finished 5th grade). Walk-in hours are times when library staff is present, and technology and gaming are available to use in HQ.

Exploring Family History for Teens

Monday, July 01, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Computer Training Lab

Crocheting Dishcloths for Teens

Tuesday, July 9 and 23, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Teen HQ

Pilates for Teens

Tuesday, July 15, 22, and 29, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Meeting Room C

Introduction to Perspective Drawing for Teens

Monday, July 22, 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Teen HQ

There's always a lot going on at the library! For the most current event schedule, visit our Calendar of Events for up-to-date program and event information.

Upcoming Events
 

Mobile Library Route 1

Friday, July 5


Augusta Place 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Sierra Court Apartments 11:45 AM

Century Cottages 12:00 PM

Brandon Heights 1:40 PM

Door of Hope 2:00 PM

Baptist Health Care 2:15

Shiloh ESP 2:30

Mobile Library Route 2

Thursday, July 11


Touchmark: 12:30 PM

Missouri Slope: 2:00 PM

Jeanette Myhre: 2:30 PM

Enable: 2:45 PM

Bismarck Senior Center: 2:50 PM

Northland Pace: 3:00 PM

Pioneer: 3:15 PM

Mobile Library Route 4

Thursday, July 25


The Terrace: 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM

Missouri Slope Assisted Living: 1:45 PM

Marillac Manor: 1:50 PM to 2:20 PM

Baptist: 2:30 PM

Prairie Pointe: 2:45 PM to 3:15 PM

St. Gabriel's: 3:45 PM to 4:30 PM

 
 
Summer Schedule

The bookmobile will be on the road through July throughout Burleigh County. We will be at BisMarket on Saturday, July 6th. All stops are open to the public, so if you see our library on wheels out and about, stop in and visit with us.

 

TAKE A WALK, READ A BOOK!

We are excited to partner with Bismarck Public Schools, Bismarck Parks & Recreation, and Parks of the Lincoln Park District to bring a new reading adventure to you and the whole family. New stories and adventures will be available each month at the following locations:

• General Sibley Park & Campground

• Lincoln: Weigel Park

 
 
 

Friends of the Library Outdoor Used Book Sale

Friday, July 12, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Library Plaza


The Friends of the Bismarck Public Library will sell used books outside the library plaza from 10 AM to 3 PM on Friday, July 12. Books will be for sale for $1.00 per pound, with other items priced separately. Proceeds benefit the programs and services of the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.

Join the Friends

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. Volunteering with Friends of the Bismarck Public Library activities is one of many ways to get involved and support the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library! 


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

The Library Connections Newsletter is sponsored by the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library.

 
 
 

Closed for the Fourth of July


The library will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, for the Independence Day holiday. We will reopen on Friday at 9:00 a.m. Our digital library is always open! Borrow e-books, digital audiobooks, movies, TV series, and more from our popular Libby, hoopla, and Kanopy collections 24/7 from any computer or mobile device. Check it out! All you need is your library card: https://bismarcklibrary.org/2238/Digital-Library

 
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