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Branches > Bemidji Public Library

Bemidji Public Library - Directions to Library
509 America Ave. N.W.
Bemidji, MN 56601
Phone (218) 751-3963 Fax (218) 333-0523
Email Address:  
Web Site Address http://www.krls.org/branches/branch_bj.html
Bemidji Library Photo


Hours: effective June 1, 2007
Sun Closed
Mon 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.
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
Drew Rhodes, Custodian
Seri Swanson, Custodian
Yvonne Walden, Library Assistant
Carole Williams, Library Assistant


Location:
Bemidji Library Map

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:
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:

Programming Schedule & Complete Monthly Calendar of Events:
June 2009

The 2009 annual booksale will be August 12 & 13 at the Armory. Donations welcome.

Re: Book Donations to the Bemidji Public Library

Program Lecture Series
Bemidji Public Library - 12pm
- - Gardening 101 - program series will return on September 10.
- - A Taste for Travel - program series will return on September 17.
These two mid-day programs will run monthly in the spring and autumn 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
Saturday afternoons 2:00 & 4:00 pm
Next date: June 20
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 Taz or Belle. Parent-signed permission forms are required.

Children's Lapsit Programs
Thursday mornings at 10:30 am, beginning June 11

Adult Book Discussion
Book selection for July 2009: TBA
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.
Upcoming dates & times: Tuesday, June 2 from 8-10 am & Thursday, June 4 from 5-7 pm


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

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
Saturday 10:30 - 3:00

To join the Friends, make your check payable to the Friends of the Bemidji 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
Sustaining - $25
Business -$30
Supporting - $100
Lifetime - $300

For information on volunteer opportunities stop by the Red Door Bookstore or contact Deb Johnson at 218-751-8747 or d2johnson@charter.net
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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phone: 218.587.2171 / fax: 218.587.4855
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