Branches > Bemidji Public Library
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Hours: effective June 1, 2007
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Closed |
| Mon |
9:00 a.m - 7:00 p.m. |
| Tue |
9:00 a.m - 7:00 p.m. |
| Wed |
9:00 a.m - 7:00 p.m. |
| Thu |
9:00 a.m - 7:00 p.m. |
| Fri |
9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. |
| Sat |
9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. |
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Staff:
Paul Ericsson, Branch Manager
Carole Williams, Library Assistant
Deb Ostman, Library Assistant
Yvonne Walden, Library Assistant
Michael Olson, Library Assistant
Mike Mielzarak, Custodian
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Location:
Directions to Branch: From Bemidji Avenue turn on 5th Street and follow to America Avenue, building is on right, parking in front of building.
Brief History: The Bemidji Public Library was established on February 25, 1907. We joined the Kitchigami Regional Library System in 1970. We have been in our new building since may of 1995.
Story time hours:
Please call for scheduled story times.
Also, see Special Events listed below.
Local Library Board Meetings:
Third Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m
Special Events:
Programming Schedule & Complete Monthly Calendar of Events:
May 2008
New! Two Program Lecture Series at the Bemidji Public Library
~Practical Tips for Gardening - next presentation on diagnosing plant problems is Wednesday, May 7, 12:00-1:00pm
~A Taste for Travel - next presentation on the Boundary Waters is Tuesday, May 13, 12:30-1:30pm
These two mid-day programs will run monthly in the spring and autumn and are
presented in collaboration with the Friends of the Bemidji Public Library.
Beverages will be provided so feel welcome to bring a brown bag lunch.
Adult Book Discussion
A monthly book discussion is offered, typically the second week of the month, Monday at noon and Thursday at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome. "Book Club in a Bag" titles are selected each month. See the programming schedule for details of date, time and book title. Please contact the library 751-3963 to reserve a copy of book that will be discussed.
Recreational Collections:
Puzzles, fishing rods, and life jackets for loan
Meeting Rooms:
Meeting room holds up to 50 people.
You may call the library 218-751-3963 to book a date/time prior to a confirmed reservation.
Procedure and policy document signed and submitted to the library is REQUIRED for final reservation.
Special Collections:
Native American Authors Collection
Available Services:
Internet Access
Fax
Friends:
Friends of the Bemidji Public Library operate the Red Door Bookstore in the Bemidji Public Library at 509 America Avenue, Bemidji. It is open to the public and staffed by Friends volunteers. Merchandise includes quality used books, sound recordings, and videos at prices from 10¢ to $6.00.
Hours:
Tuesday 10:30 - 4:30
Wednesday 12:30 - 4:30
Thursday 10:30 - 4:30
Saturday 10:30 - 3:00
To join the Friends, make your check payable to the Friends of the Bemidji Library and mail to: PO Box 1151, Bemidji, MN 56619. Annual dues support library programs and help to purchase books for the library. Membership levels are:
Student/Senior - $3
Individual - $5
Family - $10
Sustaining - $25
Business -$30
Supporting - $100
Lifetime - $300
For information on volunteer opportunities stop by the Red Door Bookstore or contact Deb Johnson at 218-751-8747 or d2johnson@charter.net
The Friends Board meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 10am in the Red Door Bookstore and is open to visitors.
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