LIBRARY CONNECTIONS

November 2022

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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Bookmark Contest

It’s time to get creative! The Friends of the Bismarck Public Library are sponsoring a “Create Your Own Bookmark” design contest during the month of November. Design an original 2” x 7” bookmark creation using any 2D art medium. Winning entries from each of the following age categories will be printed and distributed at the library: 0-5 years; 6-9 years; 10-13 years; 14-17 years; and 18+ years. Pick up a submission sheet at the library or download one here. All entries must be submitted to the Children’s Information Desk by Thursday, December 1.

Library Goes Red on Fridays

Seeing red? It's a good thing! Many Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library staff wear red on Fridays as a reminder to Remember Everyone Deployed (R.E.D.). Thanks to staff member Patrick Trotter, a U.S. Army Veteran, who encourages all to support military members and this effort every Friday, and especially on Friday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

November Featured Programs & Events

Classical Guitarist Peter Fletcher in Concert

Monday, November 14, 7:00 PM

Meeting Room A

The guitar virtuoso Peter Fletcher will be performing a free concert Music of Four Centuries at the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library on Monday, November 14 at 7:00 PM. Peter Fletcher is an American classical guitarist based in Detroit and New York City. He performs over 80 concerts a year, and his recordings on the Centaur Records and Towerhill Recordings labels have been critically acclaimed. Peter offers an audience friendly, solo recital including repertoire that runs the gamut from the Baroque Period through the 20th Century. In addition, Peter will perform three piano pieces by Edvard Grieg where he himself wrote the transcriptions. The concert will culminate with Isaac Albeniz’s Rumores de la Caleta, one of the most exciting Spanish works in the classical guitar repertoire. This concert is sponsored by the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library.

Art Performance with Ali LaRock

Thursday, November 10, 1:30-3:00 PM

Story Room

Enjoy a unique performance art experience as Ali LaRock’s impromptu artistic renderings and Miss Sparkles’ storytelling bring the works of Eric Carle to life before your very eyes! This art performance event will last approximately 90 minutes – come and go as you are able.

Cardio Drumming

Mondays: November 28, December 5 & 12

Families: 4:30-5:00 & 5:15-5:45

Adults: 6:00-6:30

Who knew fitness could be so much fun? We supply the drumsticks and exercise balls. You supply the enthusiasm! There will be three different classes with music to make your heart happy. Registration is required – call the Youth Services Department at 701-355-1489 to register. This program is co-sponsored by Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health.

Take & Create Crafts

Embrace your creative side this fall! Craft kits for adults/teens can be picked up at the Adult Information Desk, and craft kits for kids can be picked up in the Children’s Library. Supplies are limited and will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.

Tuesday, November 8 – yarn weaving wall hanging (adults/teens)

Tuesday, November 15 – scrapbook flower canvas (adults/teens)

Monday, November 21 – Thanksgiving turkey craft (kids)

Chess Club for Kids

Thursdays: November 3 & 17, 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+

Library Movie Night

Thursdays: November 3 & 17, 6:00 PM

Meeting Room A

Nov. 3 – Elvis (PG-13)

Nov. 17 – Top Gun: Maverick (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.

B.A.R.K. (Bismarck Animals Reading with Kids)

B.A.R.K. is for kids who want to practice reading with non-judgmental listeners – dogs! The library offers this special program with nationally certified Love on a Leash therapy dogs. Children in grades K-5 sign up to read aloud to a dog for 20 minutes (handler present). Contact Youth Services at 701-355-1489 for more information and to register.

November dates/times:

Thursday, November 3: 4:00-5:10 p.m.

Friday, November 4: 4:00-5:10 p.m.

Monday, November 7: 7:00-8:10 p.m.

Tuesday, November 8: 4:00-5:10 p.m.

Monday, November 14: 7:00-8:10 p.m.

Tuesday, November 15: 4:00-5:10 p.m.

Thursday, November 17: 4:00-5:10 p.m.

Additional Programs & Events

Teen HQ Walk-In Hours

Mondays & Thursdays, 3:00-5:00 PM

Teen HQ

Readers Voice Book Discussion - Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson

Tuesday, November 1, 7:00 PM

Missouri River Room

BASA Rocketry Club

Monday, November 7, 6:00 PM

Meeting Room A

Computer & Internet Basics

Tuesday, November 8, 10:00 AM

Computer Training Lab

Strictly Mysteries Book Club

Wednesday, November 9, 1:00 PM

Missouri River Room

Teen Volunteer Club

Thursday, November 10, 3:30-4:30 PM

Teen HQ

Family Movie Day - Lightyear (PG)

Friday, November 11 1:30-3:00 PM

Story Room

Teen Video Game Tournament

Saturday, November 12, 1:00-3:30 PM

Teen HQ

Intro to iPads/iPhones

Thursday, November 17, 10:00 AM

Computer Training Lab

Teen Board Game Night

Thursday, November 17, 7:00-8:30 PM

Teen HQ

Teen Book Boxes

Friday, November 25, beginning at 9:00 AM

Pick up at the Adult Information Desk

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

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Work at the Library

The Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library is now accepting applications for the full-time position of Technical Services Associate II. For more information and to apply online, visit City of Bismarck-Jobs.