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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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Thursday, October 3, 7:00am to 8:00pm
Friday, October 4, 9:00am to 5:45pm
Saturday, October 5, 9:00am to 2:00pm
Library Meeting Rooms
Come and explore the world of literature at the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library’s highly anticipated Fall Used Book Sale from October 3rd through the 5th! Discover hidden gems and fill your shelves with a diverse collection of reads, all priced at just $1.00 per pound. You can also indulge your passion for separately priced music and movies with a wide selection of CDs, DVDs, games, puzzles, and more. On Saturday, take advantage of the fantastic deal where you can fill a bag with any items for just $3.00.
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New Window Covers
Take a stroll around the exterior of the library building on your next visit! Newly added window covers add to the ambiance of the library building and grounds. Classic book covers adorn Avenue A windows, and a library-themed narrative promoting BVMPL's message "You Belong Here" can be found around the building along the Sixth Avenue and Avenue B windows.
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Coming soon due to popular demand...ghost hunting kits! Stay tuned for more information. | | |
Join friends by reading from the vast collection of literature in the Star Wars universe we have at the library. Says Yoda, "Celebrate you can. Prizes out of this world, complete the challenge, and receive. This Galactic Challenge on the Beanstack app today, join! Read, and with you The Force will be!" | |
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The Wager by David Grann
Tuesday, October 1, 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Missouri River Room
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Jeffery Deaver
Tuesday, October 8, 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Missouri River Room
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Thursday, October 10, 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Meeting Room A
Thursday, October 17, 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Meeting Room A
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Lapsit Baby Story Time* (15 minutes)
Time: Thursday at 9:30am
Dates: Oct. 3, 10, 17, ^, 31
Toddler Story Time* (20 minutes)
Time: Tuesday at 9:30am & 10:15am
Dates: Oct. 1, 8, 15, ^, 29
Preschool Story Time* (25 minutes)
Time: Wednesday at 9:30am and 10:15am
Thursday at 10:15am
Dates: Oct. 2/3, 9/10, 16/17, ^/^ 30/31
Family Story Time* (25 minutes)
Ages: All ages
Time: Monday at 6:30pm
Dates: Oct. 7, 14, ^, 28
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* Children must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times during programs. Unless indicated, all events are in the Children’s Library Story Room.
^ No Story Times during the week of Monday, Oct. 21 through Friday, Oct. 25.
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Monday, October 14, 4:00pm to 5:10pm
Tuesday, October 15, 4:00pm to 5:10pm
Wednesday, October 16, 4:00pm to 5:10pm
Thursday, October 17, 4:00pm to 5:10pm
Friday, October 18, 4:00pm to 5:10pm
Monday, October 21, 4:00pm to 5:10pm
Tuesday, October 22, 6:00pm to 7:10pm
Wednesday, October 23, 6:00pm to 7:10pm
Thursday, October 24, 4:00pm to 5:10pm
Friday, October 25, 4:00pm to 5:10pm
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Registration is required and begins October 1. Contact Youth Services to register. | |
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Wednesday, October 9, 10:45pm to 11:15pm
Children's Library Story Room
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Friday, October 18, 10:30am to 11:30am
Children's Library Story Room
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Monday, October 28, 10:30am to 11:15am
Children's Library
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Monday through Thursday
3:30pm to 5:00pm
No walk-in hours on October 3, or October 7 through 10
Teen Headquarters (HQ)
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Teen HQ (Headquarters) is your out-of-school relaxation and research headquarters, designed with your needs in mind. Feel free to drop by and browse our ever-expanding teen library, which features books, video games, and magazines. HQ is open for walk-in use by teens in grades 6 through 12 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm, Monday through Thursday, during the school year unless otherwise noted in the library calendar. | | |
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Thriller Pop-Up for Teens
Thursday, October 17, 1:00pm to 1:45pm
Meeting Room C
You will learn the iconic Thriller choreography just in time for Halloween. No dance experience is needed. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library.
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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. | | | |
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Mobile Library Route 1
Thursday, October 3
Augusta Place: 10:00am to 11:30am
Sierra Court Apartments: 11:45am
Century Cottages: 12:00pm
Brandon Heights: 1:40pm
Door of Hope: 2:00pm
Baptist Health Care: 2:15pm
Shiloh ESP: 2:30pm
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Mobile Library Route 2
Thursday, October 10
Touchmark: 12:30pm
Missouri Slope: 2:00pm
Jeanette Myhre: 2:30pm
Enable: 2:45pm
Bismarck Senior Center: 2:50pm
Northland Pace: 3:00pm
Pioneer: 3:15pm
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Mobile Library Route 4
Thursday, October 17
Terrace: 1:00pm to 1:30pm
Missouri Slope AL: 1:45pm
Marillac Manor: 1:50pm to 2:20pm
Baptist: 2:30pm
Prairie Pointe: 2:45pm to 3:15pm
St. Gabriel's: 3:45pm to 4:30pm
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Mobile Library Route 3
Thursday, October 24
Crescent Manor: 10:30am
Hay Creek Lodge: 1:00pm
Edgewood on Dominion: 2:30pm
Edgewood Village: 3:00pm
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The bookmobile will be on the road throughout Burleigh County during October. All stops are open to the public, so if you see our library on wheels out and about, stop in and visit with us. | | | |
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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!
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Library Hours
Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 9:00pm
Friday and Saturday, 9:00am to 6:00pm
Sunday from 1:00pm to 6:00pm
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