Branches > Bemidji Public Library
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Hours: effective June 1, 2007
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Closed |
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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
Debi Fulk, Library Assistant
Mandie Krueger, Library Assistant
Clare Lyman, Library Assistant
Michael Olson, Library Assistant
Deb Ostman, Library Assistant
Jeffrey Reynolds, Custodian
Seri Swanson, Custodian
Yvonne Walden, Library Assistant
Carole Williams, 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:
Monday at 5:00 pm
Tuesday at 10:30 am
Wednesday at 10:30 am
Saturday at 10:30 am
Local Library Board Meetings:
Third Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m
Special Events:
Bemidji Public Library Summer Book Sale
Wednesday July 21, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday July 22, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Bemidji Guard Armory - 1430 23rd Street NW
Bemidji Public Library Book Festival
The Bemidji Public Library Book Festival will be held the week of August 9 - 14, 2010. The festival will be six days of free literary events and author visits as we honor book culture and promote reading and literacy. The Planning Committee meets regularly at the Library and the meetings are open to the public. Please see the Library's monthly calendar of events for the schedule of planning meetings and for news about the festival. The festival flier is available. Click here for festival dates, locations and authors.
Programming Schedule & Complete Monthly Calendar of Events:
July 2010
Make a Splash! Children’s Summer Reading Program Activities & Special Events.
The summer reading program continues through the end of July. Each week on Tuesdays at 2pm a different scheduled activity is planned.
Youth in grades 6-12 are invited to join the Make Waves At Your Library reading program.
There are many incentives and prizes for all ages.
Storytime programs for children ages 3 – 5 will start again the week of June 7 on Monday evenings at 6:00 p.m. (note new time), as well as 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. beginning June 10th
As the program title indicates, the child should be seated in the lap of an adult (parent, grandparent, caregiver) during the program.
Re: Book Donations to the Bemidji Public Library
Program Lecture Series
Bemidji Public Library - 12pm
Next presentation: TBA
These mid-day programs run monthly 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.
B.A.R.C. Reading Program Summer Schedule
Saturday afternoons 2:00 - 4:00 pm
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 Brie or Belle. Parent-signed permission forms are required.
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. 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. Space is limited so you will need to call the library 218-751-3963 to reserve your session.
Program session dates have been scheduled for:
Tuesday July 6, 8-10 am
Thursday, July 8, 5-7 pm
Tuesday, July 20, 8-10 am
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
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 - $3
Individual - $5
Family - $10
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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