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 Credit card fee $2.00/per transaction Interlibrary Loan $5.00/item We understand […]
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 […]
Join the Minot Public Library Board
As a position on our Library Board will soon be opening, we are seeking a volunteer who is passionate about the library and values the role they play in our community. This group helps shape the direction of Minot Public Library and ensures it continues to serve as a welcoming and dynamic resource for all. […]
Book Delivery
The Minot Public Library strives to provide access to information to all citizens in our service area and offers a variety of special services to help meet that goal. Our Homebound Delivery Service is designed to bring the library to you. Community members who have difficulty leaving their homes due to disability, mobility challenges, or […]
March Madness Tournament of Books
MPL is bringing you a little bit of March Madness fun, library style! Which book will be named our 2026 Champion? That’s up to YOU! Here’s how it works, 16 of MPLs most popular books of 2025 will go head-to-head in bracket-style matchups. Each week, vote for your favorite book or the book that sounds […]
Save the Reef Escape Room
We are bringing you an all-new “Save the Reef” escape room experience. The mission: You and your companions were chosen by the underwater explorers as special investigators. They are relying on you to save the almost extinct reef. Within this reef is a healing pearl. This pearl keeps the water clear, the fish alive, and […]
Friends of the Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Minot Public Library have announced their upcoming book sale dates! These book sales are always a good time to stock up on your next reads or look for that last book in a series. All book sales will be free will offering. Take what you’d like, pay what you can. The […]