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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
Cyndi Fenske, Library Assistant
Scott Graveline, Custodian
Colleen Joyce, Library Assistant
Mandie Krueger, Library Assistant
Christina Massee, Library Assistant
Deb Ostman, Library Assistant
Seri Swanson, Custodian
Yvonne Walden, Library Assistant
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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:
Sessions for 3 - 5 year olds:
Tuesday at 10:30 am
Wednesday at 10:30 am
Saturday at 10:30 am
Local Library Board Meetings:
Library Board meets in the front meeting room on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.
Local Library Board Minutes
Special Events:
On Monday May 20 at noon the Bemidji Public Library will host Minnesota author John Thavis who has written Vatican Diaries : a behind-the-scenes look at the power, personalities and politics at the heart of the Catholic Church.
Bemidji Library Book Festival - 2013 Schedule
June 17th - June 22nd
The Bemidji Library Book Festival is a weeklong series of literary events with author presentations and writer workshops. These events are free and open to the public.
Monthly Calendar of Events and Programming Schedule:
May 2013 & beyond
Legacy Programs
Bemidji Public Library and Lake Bemidji State Park present The Gift of Eagles: a Geocaching Quest
Introductory events held at the library: Tuesdays, May 14 at 7pm and June 11 at noon
See the krls.org web site for a complete listing of all Legacy Fund programs in our region.
F.R.E.D. or Fathers Reading Every Day, is a new fun program at the library, which encourages adult men to read to the young children in their lives. 2013 Winter/Spring schedule now available. Contact the Bemidji Library staff regarding this program.
Storytime programs for children ages 3 – 5 held Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday mornings at 10:30 a.m.
Children's Lapsit Programs
This program for 2 year olds is on Thursday mornings at 10:30 am.
As the program title indicates, the child should be seated in the lap of an adult (parent, grandparent, caregiver) during the program.
Gardening Program Lecture Series
Bemidji Public Library - 12pm. 2013 Spring Programs
These mid-day programs run monthly in the spring and autumn and are presented in collaboration with the Friends of the Bemidji Public Library and the Beltrami County Master Gardeners. Beverages will be provided so feel welcome to bring a brown bag lunch.
B.A.R.C. Reading Program
Saturday afternoons 2:00 - 4:00 pm. 2013 Program Schedule
The Bemidji Area Reading Canines (B.A.R.C.) continue to visit the library once a month. Simply come into the library or call 751-3963 to register for one of the 15 minute reading sessions with one of the certified dogs. Parent-signed permission forms are required.
Adult Book Discussion
A monthly book discussion is offered, typically the first full week of the month, Monday at noon and Thursday at 7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome. "Book Club in a Bag" titles are selected each month. January title TBA. Please contact the library 751-3963 to reserve a copy of book that will be discussed.
Seniors!
Come SURF THE WEB at the Bemidji Public Library and learn the basics about computers and using the internet. Future sessions to be scheduled. Space is limited so you will need to call the library 218-751-3963 to reserve your session.
Book Donations to the Bemidji Public Library
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.
Art and Sculpture at the Bemidji Public Library:
The Bemidji Public Library Board has several pieces of sculpture that adorn the front gardens. The delightful sculpture “A Little Bird” is on permenant display in front of the library near the main entrance off of 5th St. Northwest in Bemidji. The sculpture was created by artist Julie Jones of Fort Collins, Colorado. It first came to the Library as part of the Bemidji Sculpture Walk. It was then purchased with funds from the Friends of the Library, the Bemidji Garden Club and a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council. The other sculpture "Celestial Orbit" that is also along the front gardens, was created by and donated to the Library by Bemidji Sculptor Suzi Rhae Ross.
Every month the Art Wall has a new display from a local artist. This art exhibit is in collaboration with Gallery North, and is one of many locations in Bemidji's "First Friday Art Walk". Artists are encouraged to contact Paul Simonson 218-444-7886, the coordinator for the Library's art wall, to learn more about how they might be able to have their work on display at the Library
Available Services:
Free wireless Internet access and public Internet computers
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
Friday 12:30 - 4:30
Saturday 10:30 - 3:00
To join the Friends, fill out an application, make your check payable to the Friends of the 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 - $5
Individual - $8
Family - $15
Business -$30
Supporting - $100
Lifetime - $300
For information on volunteer opportunities stop by the Red Door Bookstore or contact Mary Harding at 218-751-9081 or email marywho1943@yahoo.com
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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