Congratulations!

Library Director Christine Kujawa was elected to a two-year trustee term on the national Freedom to Read Foundation Board. Congratulations also to several recent graduates:

• Public Information Specialist Kevin Tengesdal earned a master’s degree in social work from University of North Dakota;
• Head of Technical Services Alison Hiatt earned a master’s degree in library and information science from Emporia State University; and
• Circulation Associate Katie Kuipers earned a master’s degree in library and information science from San Jose State University.

Welcome to the Library!

You will notice some new faces and some familiar faces in different roles at the library.

• Jennie Archer - Youth Services Program Coordinator – Teen 
• Ethan Schulte - Shelving Associate
• Brenda Johnson - Adult Services Associate I 
• Bryn Lee - Shelving Associate
• Alison Hiatt - from Burleigh County Library Associate II to Head of Technical Services
• Mariah Ralston - from Adult Services Associate I to Burleigh County Library Associate II

Miss Sparkles’ Outdoor Storytime

“We’re able to kind of spread the word a little bit about how great public libraries are, and especially in Bismarck and Mandan, we have two great public libraries that offer a lot of programs for kids,” said Miss Sparkles. “And so, it kind of gets those families into the libraries and gets those kids library cards that maybe haven’t had their library card yet.”

Read More at KFYR-TV

Library Game Night

Thursday, August 31, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Meeting Room A

We love board games, and we know you do too! Join us for game night to meet new people and try out some fun games from the library's extensive collection. Open to all ages, there will be board games, card games, group games, and games for kids - plus fresh popcorn!

Yoga for Youth

Tuesday, August 08

Library Labyrinth, North Lawn

10:00 AM - 10:20 AM:

Yoga for preschool/kindergarten

10:30 AM - 10:50 AM:

Yoga for juniors (elementary-aged)

11:00 AM - 11:40 AM:

Yoga for teens (middle and high school-aged)

Join Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga instructor Angie Kambeitz as she guides youth yoga classes on the library's labyrinth. The classes are open to Pre-K, Junior, and Teen students. If you have your yoga mat, feel free to bring it. However, a supply of mats will be available on-site for use. In case of inclement weather, the classes will be relocated to Meeting Room A.

Teen HQ

Mondays through Thursdays

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

HQ program coordinator Jennie is excited to announce Teen HQ Walk-in Hours are back! Teen HQ will be open for walk-in use for teens in grades 6-12 (including students who just finished 5th grade) Monday through Thursday from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Stop by to see what's happening and say "Hi!" to Jennie.

Remedies for Sorrow

Author: Megan Nix

Genre: Memoir

Collection: BPL New Book Shelf

Synopsis:

An Extraordinary Child, a Medical Secret, and a Mother's Quest to Break the Silence

Sarah's Recommendation:

This is a beautiful book about a virus everyone should know about. The story is powerful and insightful. My beautiful niece Pippa has CMV, and we aim to inform everyone about prevention. The author writes about her family story but gives so much insight to others with disabled children.  

Information Services

The Information Desk staff helps users find the services and materials they need. Our services include:

• Public access to computers and printing (including word processing & scanning)
• Wireless access
• Mobile Printing (Print documents from a mobile device or computer) 
• Faxing
• Photocopying (black/white and color)
• Research assistance and databases
• Notaries Public
• Typewriters
• Grant resources 

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!