Halloween at the Library 🎃
Get ready for some Halloween fun at the library! Our adult Haunted Library Escape Room will kick off the festivities on October 29 and run through October 31. Gather your bravest friends and see if you can escape! This creepy challenge is for ages 18 and up, with groups of up to 6 people allowed. Registration is required and space is […]
Fall Into Reading
Fall into fun. Fall into reading! Families and people of all ages are invited to celebrate literacy, learning, and community at Fall Into Reading. This is a free event taking place Saturday, September 26, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Minot Public Library. This community literacy event aims to unite families, educators, and local […]
Library Card Sign Up Month
September is library card sign up month! Each year, libraries across the country celebrate the card that opens the door to endless opportunities and discoveries. With a card from Minot Public Library, you can gain FREE access to books, audiobooks, eBooks, movies, online learning resources as well as arts and recreation passes, Makerspace items and […]
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Have you heard of our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge? 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a fun early literacy challenge for children from birth to kindergarten. Make reading a regular part of your, and their, daily routine while working toward the goal of reading 1,000 books before your child starts school. Reading together from an early […]
End of Summer Happenings
Summer is flying by but we have a few more exciting events to share! First up is our annual Splash Bash Party! Everyone is welcome! Join Minot Public Library & Ward County Public Library to celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program. There will be water squirters galore, a visit from a fire truck, […]
New Pricing
To keep pace with rising costs, we will be making some adjustments to our pricing beginning August 1, 2026. These increases will include printing, credit card fees, and interlibrary loans and will look as follows: Black/White $0.15/per page Color $0.50/per page Poster/Roll Printing $2.00/per foot Interlibrary Loan $5.00/item We understand that price increases can be […]
Teen Photo Contest
Calling all teens! The summer photo contest is here and we want you to show us what you’re doing this summer! Are you digging on a beach or delving into family lore? Maybe you’re working hard to acquire some treasure? Whatever it is, snap a picture and send it in! This contest is open to […]
Camp Half-Blood Escape Room : Blackjack and Donuts
The mission: Camp Half-Blood is holding some battle exercises and your team need a ride. Blackjack will take you to the from lines but only if you give him a donut. So, you must sneak into Mr. D’s office and get his secret stash before he gets back from playing chess with Chiron. You have […]
Summer Reading Challenge
Summer is just around the corner, and we’re getting ready to dig a little deeper this year. The 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, “Unearth a Story,” invites readers of all ages to discover hidden worlds, buried histories, and unforgettable adventures. From June 1st through July 30th, we’re challenging our community to read 20 minutes per day […]
Celebrate National Library Week
National Library Week is here! This year’s theme is “Find Your Joy” and runs from April 19th-25th. This week is an invitation to all to discover everything your local library has to offer and find what brings you joy. National Library Week is an exciting time of year, and we’re celebrating all week long with […]