LIBRARY CONNECTIONS

January 2023

Welcome to the monthly Library Connections e-newsletter! Keep up on everything that's happening at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.

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Welcome to Your Public Library

Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library opens a world of entertainment, learning, discovery, and personal enrichment for citizens of all ages. Join over 45,000 of your friends and neighbors who support and appreciate the value of our library by getting your library card today – free to Bismarck and Burleigh County residents! Visit the library or complete our online library card application. Find out all about borrowing from the library and how our amazing staff can help you access the resources and services you need in our Borrower’s Guide.

We hope the library will be a part of your new year – Happy 2023!

Share Warmth This Winter

Help our friends and neighbors stay safe and warm! If you have extra hats, gloves, or scarves in good condition consider dropping them off at the library’s checkout desk. During the winter months, we keep a basket in the lobby for people to give and take these items.

Thank you, Lynn!

A snowflake shout out to Library Building and Grounds Manager Lynn Bryntesen! From the first flake to the last, he tirelessly maintains the parking lot and walkways, always with safety in mind. Let’s hope he gets a well-deserved break from the elements for a while!

January Featured Programs & Events

Introduction to Sound Beginnings

Wednesday, January 4, 9:30 AM

Thursday, January 5, 9:30 AM

Monday, January 9, 6:30 PM

Wednesday, January 11, 10:15 AM

Story Room

This class provides a 30-minute sneak preview of a fun new music curriculum specifically designed for ages 0-4 and a parent or caregiver. Sound Beginnings uses play and music as the medium through which preschool concepts and skills are taught. Other benefits include increased communication skills, enhanced brain functioning, and better social skills.

Introduction to Let's Play Music

Wednesday, January 4, 10:15 AM

Monday, January 9, 7:00 PM

Story Room

This class provides a 30-minute sneak preview of an exciting, groundbreaking music curriculum designed for ages 4-6 that emphasizes piano playing, note reading, ear training, singing, and classical music all taught through the medium of PLAY! Our guest instructor, Amanda Crane, says, "I am positive that your experience will be enlightening, refreshing and FUN!"

Winter Reading Challenge

January 15 - March 18

Beanstack app or online

‘Tis the season for coziness! Readers of all ages are invited to take part in our Cozy Up with a Good Book Reading Challenge beginning January 15. Grab a blanket, your fluffy socks, your favorite warm drink, and hop into a reading nook with a good book. Sign in or register with Beanstack to log your reading, earn badges, and be eligible to win some great prizes.

Strictly Mysteries Book Club

Tuesday, January 10, 1:00 PM

Missouri River Room

Calling all mystery lovers! Come along to our group to meet up with others and discuss your favorite mystery authors. In January the group will discuss the books of Kathy Reichs. Feel free to read one or more books by the author (the library has copies) and come ready to discuss their work. The group is open to all. No registration required.

Chess Club for Kids

Thursday, January 12, 6:30 PM

Story Room

Chess Club for Kids is open to young people who want to learn about and play chess. The club will be led by Kamryn Hellman. No registration is required for this club that will meet twice monthly on Thursday evenings in the Children's Library Story Room. Participants under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult or companion aged 12+.

Miss Sparkles' Kindness Club

Tuesdays, January 24-February 14,

3:45-4:45 PM

Story Room

The mission of Miss Sparkles’ Kindness Club is to spread joy, love, and smiles to the Bismarck community one kindness project at a time. Each kid-created project will be given to an unsuspecting person or group in the hopes that we spread a little sparkle and brighten their days. Only the first 25 registrants are admitted. Call the Youth Services department at 701-355-1489 to register beginning January 3.

Library Movie Night

6:00 PM

Meeting Room A

Thursday, January 12

Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile (PG)

Thursday, January 26

The Woman King (PG-13)

See a movie on the big screen at the library, while enjoying some FREE, fresh, buttered popcorn! Covered drinks and snacks are welcome. Parents/guardians are responsible for minors attending films.

Story Time resumes January 16

See the library's events calendar for complete story time schedule.

There's always a lot going on at the library! Check out the Events Calendar on our website for complete program and event information.

Events Calendar

Now Streaming

Classical guitarist Peter Fletcher performed at the library on November 14, 2022. A recording of the concert is now available on the library's YouTube channel. Thank you to the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library for funding this concert.

Join the Friends of the Library

The Friends of the Bismarck Public Library is an organization committed to increasing public awareness and use of the library through cultural, educational, and social activities. The Friends also raise funds to supplement and enhance library programs and services. And they have a great time doing it! As member of the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library, you’ll have many opportunities to volunteer, to help make a difference, and to show your support for the library. Become a member online or stop by the library to complete a membership form.