Twisted Stitches
Calling all knitting and crochet enthusiasts! Whether you are a beginner or experienced pro, you are invited to join us at the Minot Public Library for our brand new “Twisted Stitches” Program. Bring your current WIP or start something new with the help of staff and fellow patrons. This will be a skill-learning, pattern-sharing, friend-making […]
Consumer Reports
Looking to make a purchase but feeling overwhelmed with the number of products to choose from? From sunscreen to vehicles, frozen dinners or kitchen appliances, Consumer Reports can help you make better purchasing decisions with ratings and reviews on over 8,500 products. As a nonprofit, Consumer Reports is not paid for reviews nor do they […]
National Library Week
April 23-29, 2023 is National Library Week, a time to highlight the essential role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. The theme for this year’s National Library Week is “There’s More to the Story,” which demonstrates that libraries are indeed full of stories. These stories are in a variety […]
“A Life On Our Planet” Film Showing
The Minot Public Library and the Environmentally Minded People of Minot will be hosting a free screening of this important film. Honest, revealing and urgent, this film is Sir David Attenborough’s witness statement for the natural world – offering a powerful firsthand account of humanity’s impact on nature and a message of hope for future […]
Meet the Author
It’s time to meet the author! We will be hosting local author, Barb Solberg, for an author visit and book signing! This event will take place Wednesday, March 29th at 6:00pm and will be held in the North Meeting Room at the Minot Public Library. Barb is the author of “What We Leave Behind”, a […]
OKRA Playground
Okra Playground plays traditional Finnish music with a fresh approach, combining classic folk with modern instruments to create unique tunes with hypnotic beats and a homegrown feel. While rooted in the traditions of their homeland’s music, the project also serves as a musical “playground” for its members to experiment with new instruments and techniques, just […]
Read Across America
Read Across America was created by the National Education Association (NEA) in 1998. This is a year round program that was created to help celebrate and promote literacy and to encourage a love of reading. Read Across America is meant to help kids learn and celebrate diversity through reading. “Readers who feel included, recognized, and […]
Black History Month: Fireside Chat
February is dedicated as Black History Month honoring the accomplishments and sacrifices of African Americans throughout history. The theme for 2023 is “Black Resistance”. In celebration, the Minot Public Library is hosting a “Fireside Chat” with Joy-Nicole Smith. Joy-Nicole will lead a discussion about the importance of poetry with a focus on Amanda Gorman and […]
February’s Sweater Weather topic is “Page to Screen”
February is the last month of the Sweater Weather Reading Challenge for the 2022-2023 season and we’re ending it with a fan favorite! The theme for this month is “Page to Screen”. We are challenging you to read any book that has been adapted into film. Whether that be a TV show, a movie, a […]
Smart Start & Lap Sit Story Time
They’re Back! After a short break, Smart Start and Lap Sit Story Time are returning. Smart Start is returning Tuesday, Jan 17 and will continue every Tuesday from 10:00-11:00am. This program is for children ages 3-5. Lap Sit Story Time is returning Wednesday, Jan 18 and will continue every Wednesday from 10:00-10:30am. This program is […]
