Events

You are invited to the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library’s Spring Used Book Sale, happening from March 5 through 7!  Books are priced per pound, along with a variety of CDs, DVDs, games, and puzzles priced separately.  Saturday special is a bag of items for one low price.  Purchases help support important library projects in our community.  Thursday, March 5, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, March 6, 9 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.; Saturday, March 7, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.   The library is at 515 N 5th Street in Bismarck.

You are invited to the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library’s Spring Used Book Sale, happening from March 5 through 7!  Books are priced per pound, along with a variety of CDs, DVDs, games, and puzzles priced separately.  Saturday special is a bag of items for one low price.  Purchases help support important library projects in our community.  Thursday, March 5, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, March 6, 9 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.; Saturday, March 7, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.   The library is at 515 N 5th Street in Bismarck.

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free learning series “Little Kids, Big World” at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history.  Saturday topics at 10:15 a.m. are repeated Mondays at 10 a.m.  Children and their accompanying adult(s) are asked to meet at the west entrance information desk.

March 2, 10 a.m. Northern Lights. What makes those beautiful colors in the night sky? Discover the science of the northern lights and draw them with pastels.

March 7, 10:15 a.m. and March 9, 10 a.m. Cocoa Craft. Staying warm in the winter can be a hard thing to do, but hot chocolate helps. Make a paper cup hot chocolate craft.

March 14, 10:15 a.m. and March 16, 10 a.m. Athletes. Learn about some notable North Dakotan athletes and try your hand at tabletop versions of some of their sports.

March 21, 10:15 a.m. and March 23, 10 a.m. Winter Counts. A picture is said to be worth a thousand words. Create your own stories using pictures and learn about the history of winter counts.

March 28, 10:15 a.m. and March 30, 10 a.m. Dinosaurs. Dinosaurs come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Investigate the shapes you see in our dinosaurs, then form your own dinosaurs with 2D shapes.

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free learning series “Little Kids, Big World” at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history.  Saturday topics at 10:15 a.m. are repeated Mondays at 10 a.m.  Children and their accompanying adult(s) are asked to meet at the west entrance information desk.

March 2, 10 a.m. Northern Lights. What makes those beautiful colors in the night sky? Discover the science of the northern lights and draw them with pastels.

March 7, 10:15 a.m. and March 9, 10 a.m. Cocoa Craft. Staying warm in the winter can be a hard thing to do, but hot chocolate helps. Make a paper cup hot chocolate craft.

March 14, 10:15 a.m. and March 16, 10 a.m. Athletes. Learn about some notable North Dakotan athletes and try your hand at tabletop versions of some of their sports.

March 21, 10:15 a.m. and March 23, 10 a.m. Winter Counts. A picture is said to be worth a thousand words. Create your own stories using pictures and learn about the history of winter counts.

March 28, 10:15 a.m. and March 30, 10 a.m. Dinosaurs. Dinosaurs come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Investigate the shapes you see in our dinosaurs, then form your own dinosaurs with 2D shapes.

Learn about the history and nostalgia of high school basketball in North Dakota when you visit “Beyond the Court: Basketball Bonds North Dakota Communities” March 10-April 6 at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck.  This temporary exhibit in the Inspiration Gallery: Yesterday and Today features memorabilia from schools across North Dakota. See clothing, tournament brackets, news articles, trophies, and other items showcasing high school basketball. View a display of basketball photographs from throughout the years. Enjoy daily self-led activities for children and adults.

Learn about the history and nostalgia of high school basketball in North Dakota when you visit “Beyond the Court: Basketball Bonds North Dakota Communities”.  Watch two Prairie Public Television documentaries, “One Shining Moment” and “Basketball, Water, and the Lost City of Elbowoods,” running continuously March 12-15 in the Great Plains Theater at ND Heritage Center, Capitol grounds, Bismarck, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free learning series “Little Kids, Big World” at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history.  Saturday topics at 10:15 a.m. are repeated Mondays at 10 a.m.  Children and their accompanying adult(s) are asked to meet at the west entrance information desk.

March 2, 10 a.m. Northern Lights. What makes those beautiful colors in the night sky? Discover the science of the northern lights and draw them with pastels.

March 7, 10:15 a.m. and March 9, 10 a.m. Cocoa Craft. Staying warm in the winter can be a hard thing to do, but hot chocolate helps. Make a paper cup hot chocolate craft.

March 14, 10:15 a.m. and March 16, 10 a.m. Athletes. Learn about some notable North Dakotan athletes and try your hand at tabletop versions of some of their sports.

March 21, 10:15 a.m. and March 23, 10 a.m. Winter Counts. A picture is said to be worth a thousand words. Create your own stories using pictures and learn about the history of winter counts.

March 28, 10:15 a.m. and March 30, 10 a.m. Dinosaurs. Dinosaurs come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Investigate the shapes you see in our dinosaurs, then form your own dinosaurs with 2D shapes.

The Former Governors’ Mansion State Historic Site will be hosting “Fibers and Friends” Saturday, March 14, 1-4 p.m.  Fiber craft enthusiasts, can bring their crochet, knitting, or preferred fiber craft projects to work on in the cozy ambiance of the Former Governors’ Mansion.  The event is free, and coffee and cookies will be served.  All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult.  The Former Governors’ Mansion is located at 320 E. Avenue B in Bismarck.

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free learning series “Little Kids, Big World” at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history.  Saturday topics at 10:15 a.m. are repeated Mondays at 10 a.m.  Children and their accompanying adult(s) are asked to meet at the west entrance information desk.

March 2, 10 a.m. Northern Lights. What makes those beautiful colors in the night sky? Discover the science of the northern lights and draw them with pastels.

March 7, 10:15 a.m. and March 9, 10 a.m. Cocoa Craft. Staying warm in the winter can be a hard thing to do, but hot chocolate helps. Make a paper cup hot chocolate craft.

March 14, 10:15 a.m. and March 16, 10 a.m. Athletes. Learn about some notable North Dakotan athletes and try your hand at tabletop versions of some of their sports.

March 21, 10:15 a.m. and March 23, 10 a.m. Winter Counts. A picture is said to be worth a thousand words. Create your own stories using pictures and learn about the history of winter counts.

March 28, 10:15 a.m. and March 30, 10 a.m. Dinosaurs. Dinosaurs come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Investigate the shapes you see in our dinosaurs, then form your own dinosaurs with 2D shapes.

The public is invited to a free screening of “Hazel’s Heart” at 1 p.m. Monday, March 16, at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck.  Based on the true story, the film tells the harrowing tale of Hazel Miner, a 16-year-old girl who fought to keep her two younger siblings alive during a devastating blizzard that struck Center, North Dakota, in March 1920.  The family endured 25 hours of subzero temperatures as the storm raged.  The showing marks the anniversary of Miner’s death on March 16, 1920, following her heroic actions.  Following the screening, participate in a question-and-answer session with Daniel Bielinski, who wrote, directed, and produced the film.

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free learning series “Little Kids, Big World” at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history.  Saturday topics at 10:15 a.m. are repeated Mondays at 10 a.m.  Children and their accompanying adult(s) are asked to meet at the west entrance information desk.

March 2, 10 a.m. Northern Lights. What makes those beautiful colors in the night sky? Discover the science of the northern lights and draw them with pastels.

March 7, 10:15 a.m. and March 9, 10 a.m. Cocoa Craft. Staying warm in the winter can be a hard thing to do, but hot chocolate helps. Make a paper cup hot chocolate craft.

March 14, 10:15 a.m. and March 16, 10 a.m. Athletes. Learn about some notable North Dakotan athletes and try your hand at tabletop versions of some of their sports.

March 21, 10:15 a.m. and March 23, 10 a.m. Winter Counts. A picture is said to be worth a thousand words. Create your own stories using pictures and learn about the history of winter counts.

March 28, 10:15 a.m. and March 30, 10 a.m. Dinosaurs. Dinosaurs come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Investigate the shapes you see in our dinosaurs, then form your own dinosaurs with 2D shapes.

You are invited to celebrate the arrival of spring while making a pressed flower lantern Saturday, March 21, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Former Governors’ Mansion State Historic Site, 320 E. Ave. B, Bismarck.  A popular Victorian-era pastime, you will attach pressed flowers to a glass jar creating a beautiful lantern to brighten your home and showcase the beauty of nature.  All materials will be provided, and no prior crafting experience is necessary.  All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult.

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free learning series “Little Kids, Big World” at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history.  Saturday topics at 10:15 a.m. are repeated Mondays at 10 a.m.  Children and their accompanying adult(s) are asked to meet at the west entrance information desk.

March 2, 10 a.m. Northern Lights. What makes those beautiful colors in the night sky? Discover the science of the northern lights and draw them with pastels.

March 7, 10:15 a.m. and March 9, 10 a.m. Cocoa Craft. Staying warm in the winter can be a hard thing to do, but hot chocolate helps. Make a paper cup hot chocolate craft.

March 14, 10:15 a.m. and March 16, 10 a.m. Athletes. Learn about some notable North Dakotan athletes and try your hand at tabletop versions of some of their sports.

March 21, 10:15 a.m. and March 23, 10 a.m. Winter Counts. A picture is said to be worth a thousand words. Create your own stories using pictures and learn about the history of winter counts.

March 28, 10:15 a.m. and March 30, 10 a.m. Dinosaurs. Dinosaurs come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Investigate the shapes you see in our dinosaurs, then form your own dinosaurs with 2D shapes.

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free learning series “Little Kids, Big World” at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history.  Saturday topics at 10:15 a.m. are repeated Mondays at 10 a.m.  Children and their accompanying adult(s) are asked to meet at the west entrance information desk.

March 2, 10 a.m. Northern Lights. What makes those beautiful colors in the night sky? Discover the science of the northern lights and draw them with pastels.

March 7, 10:15 a.m. and March 9, 10 a.m. Cocoa Craft. Staying warm in the winter can be a hard thing to do, but hot chocolate helps. Make a paper cup hot chocolate craft.

March 14, 10:15 a.m. and March 16, 10 a.m. Athletes. Learn about some notable North Dakotan athletes and try your hand at tabletop versions of some of their sports.

March 21, 10:15 a.m. and March 23, 10 a.m. Winter Counts. A picture is said to be worth a thousand words. Create your own stories using pictures and learn about the history of winter counts.

March 28, 10:15 a.m. and March 30, 10 a.m. Dinosaurs. Dinosaurs come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Investigate the shapes you see in our dinosaurs, then form your own dinosaurs with 2D shapes.

Christian Educators are invited to an evening of encouragement on March 29 at Evangel’s East Auditorium, 3220 North 19^th Street, Bismarck, from 4:30-7 p.m.  LIFT gatherings are an outreach ministry of Christian Educators and part of a national movement to inspire and equip Christians working in public schools.  To purchase a ticket, visit christianeducators.org/events and look for the scheduled LIFT on March 29.  Dinner is included in the ticket price.

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free learning series “Little Kids, Big World” at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history.  Saturday topics at 10:15 a.m. are repeated Mondays at 10 a.m.  Children and their accompanying adult(s) are asked to meet at the west entrance information desk.

March 2, 10 a.m. Northern Lights. What makes those beautiful colors in the night sky? Discover the science of the northern lights and draw them with pastels.

March 7, 10:15 a.m. and March 9, 10 a.m. Cocoa Craft. Staying warm in the winter can be a hard thing to do, but hot chocolate helps. Make a paper cup hot chocolate craft.

March 14, 10:15 a.m. and March 16, 10 a.m. Athletes. Learn about some notable North Dakotan athletes and try your hand at tabletop versions of some of their sports.

March 21, 10:15 a.m. and March 23, 10 a.m. Winter Counts. A picture is said to be worth a thousand words. Create your own stories using pictures and learn about the history of winter counts.

March 28, 10:15 a.m. and March 30, 10 a.m. Dinosaurs. Dinosaurs come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Investigate the shapes you see in our dinosaurs, then form your own dinosaurs with 2D shapes.