Outdoors & fitness
Join a local curling club with leagues, introductory sessions and youth curling.
The club publishes team and individual registration, a club calendar and an instructional league. New curlers can ask about learning sessions or connecting with a team.
When: Winter leagues and scheduled learn-to-curl sessions; check the current club calendar.
Where: Capital Curling Club at the VFW Sports Complex, 1200 N Washington Street, Bismarck.
Who: New and experienced curlers; youth programming is separate.
The October registration meeting has passed. Contact the club about current options rather than arriving for an expired signup date.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Shooting sports
Meet local archers through club membership, leagues and organized shooting events.
Nishu Bowmen offers indoor and outdoor archery activities, leagues, fun shoots and tournaments. Membership and public range access have different arrangements.
When: Seasonal leagues and events; use the club’s current calendar and membership information.
Where: Nishu Bowmen ranges, 1409 Riverwood Drive, Bismarck.
Who: Archers of different ages and experience levels.
Check membership and range-access rules. The site announces new membership prices from November 1, 2026.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Outdoors & fitness
Connect with a Bismarck cycling club focused on recreation, fitness and riding skills.
Central Dakota Cyclists maintains a club page for people interested in bicycling. Use the club’s own posts to find a suitable ride and confirm its pace and route.
When: Group rides are posted by the club; confirm the next ride rather than assuming a weekly start.
Where: Bismarck-area ride starts vary by event.
Who: Cyclists of different skill levels; check each ride’s expectations.
Some club event details require a Strava account. No fixed meetup address is published here.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Outdoors & fitness
Join winter recreational basketball through Bismarck Parks and Recreation.
The adult program accepts men’s and women’s teams. Players without a team can ask about the district’s non-rostered-player process.
When: Winter season; use the program page for registration deadlines and the current team schedule.
Where: Assigned Bismarck gym locations; confirm with your team schedule.
Who: Adult recreational players and teams.
Registration is team-based. Expressing interest as an individual does not guarantee placement.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Outdoors & fitness
Find a volleyball team for indoor fall and winter leagues or summer sand play.
The park district offers several league formats and skill divisions. Choose a season and ask staff how to find an appropriate team.
When: Fall and winter indoor seasons; sand volleyball is seasonal. Check the official registration page.
Where: Assigned Bismarck gyms or park sand courts.
Who: Adult teams across recreational and competitive divisions.
Team rosters, fees and deadlines apply. The current winter registration date is separate from fall play.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Outdoors & fitness
Plan for seasonal coed softball with Bismarck Parks and Recreation.
Summer and fall coed leagues use different schedules and equipment rules. Ask about next-season registration and individual-player inquiries.
When: Summer and fall seasons. The published 2026 fall season ended October 5; ask about the next cycle.
Where: Clem Kelley Athletic Complex or other assigned fields, depending on the league.
Who: Adult coed teams and interested players.
This is a seasonal program, not an open drop-in game. Confirm team and bat requirements.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Outdoors & fitness
Try drop-in pickleball, lessons and organized play through the park district.
Bismarck Parks and Recreation publishes indoor and outdoor options with different ability levels and locations. Use its schedule to choose an appropriate session.
When: Year-round options; indoor and outdoor schedules change by season.
Where: World War Memorial Building, recreation centers or outdoor courts, depending on the session.
Who: Adult players; check level and registration requirements for each session.
Drop-in access, lessons and special events have different fees and signup arrangements.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Outdoors & fitness
Meet other players through adult tennis lessons, leagues and cardio sessions.
The district offers adult tennis options throughout the year. Choose a lesson or playing format and check the current schedule before joining.
When: Year-round programming; seasonal leagues and session times are listed by the park district.
Where: Indoor and outdoor Bismarck courts; use the location shown for the selected session.
Who: Adult tennis players; beginner and other levels vary by program.
Confirm booking, ability level and any daily facility or lesson fee.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Outdoors & fitness
Learn Olympic-style fencing with a recurring class at the World War Memorial Building.
The park district’s fencing classes teach basic skills and support progression toward intermediate practice. Equipment is provided except for the required glove.
When: Monthly sessions with weekday classes; check the current age-group schedule.
Where: World War Memorial Building, 215 N 6th Street, Bismarck.
Who: Ages 12 and up; adult and youth schedules separate in winter and spring.
Advance registration and a fencing glove are required. Holiday exceptions and age-group times vary.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Books & crafts
Discuss the library’s selected book with other local readers.
Books are available to borrow. Everyone is welcome and admission is free.
When: First Tuesday at 7pm, September–May, excluding January; check the current schedule.
Where: Missouri River Room, Bismarck Public Library.
Who: Readers of the selected book.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Books & crafts
Share mystery reading with other fans at the Bismarck library.
Read one or more books by the featured author. No registration is required.
When: Second Tuesday, 1–2pm; check the posted author list and holiday exceptions.
Where: Missouri River Room, Bismarck Public Library.
Who: Mystery readers.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Books & crafts
Bring your own reading choice to a monthly themed book discussion.
Choose a book fitting the theme. The potluck is books, not food.
When: Usually second Wednesday at 7pm; the published calendar includes exceptions.
Where: Missouri River Room, Bismarck Public Library.
Who: Readers; no registration required.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Books & crafts
Meet Bismarck-area quilters for guild activities, workshops and shared projects.
The guild combines a business meeting with an educational workshop and publishes special sewing events. Ask about membership and what to bring as a visitor.
When: First Saturday except July, starting at 9:30am Central; confirm the next meeting.
Where: New Song Church, 3200 N 11th Street, Bismarck.
Who: Quilters and people interested in sewing.
Workshop materials and event registration may be separate from guild membership.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Books & crafts
Learn alongside other makers through a local sewing shop’s classes.
The shop offers sewing and quilting classes as well as machines and project supplies. Ask which class fits your experience and equipment.
When: Class dates and project sessions vary; contact the shop for the current class list.
Where: Bismarck Sewing & Quilting, 1300 Skyline Boulevard, Suite 106.
Who: Sewists and quilters; level depends on the class.
Paid classes may require registration, materials or your own machine. Confirm these before enrolling.
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Books & crafts
Ask the Mandan library about its adult book-discussion groups.
The library’s official catalog lists adult book clubs. Check its current calendar and ask staff which discussion is meeting next.
When: Monthly programs; confirm the next date and selected book with library staff.
Where: Morton Mandan Public Library or the venue listed for the selected discussion.
Who: Adult readers.
Some city-site reading lists are older. Use the current library calendar or staff confirmation for meeting dates and venues.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Kids
Find a local youth club for hands-on projects, learning and community activities.
NDSU Extension lists Burleigh County clubs and helps families find a suitable group. Interests include creative projects, animals, service and other hands-on learning.
When: Club meetings and project schedules vary; enrollment follows the 4-H program year.
Where: Public club meeting places around Burleigh County; arrange details through Extension.
Who: Youth from kindergarten through grade 12, ages 5–18, with age-appropriate options.
Contact Extension for a club match. The Extension office is not assumed to be the location of every meeting.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Kids
Explore Mandan-area 4-H clubs with projects and youth-development activities.
Morton County Extension publishes a club directory and an information-request route for new families. Staff can help identify a group with suitable interests and meeting arrangements.
When: Schedules vary by club and project; ask about current enrollment and meeting dates.
Where: Mandan and other Morton County public meeting places; confirm the chosen club’s venue.
Who: Youth from kindergarten through grade 12, ages 5–18.
Only public meeting information is used. No private club-member addresses are published.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Kids
Sing with a Bismarck–Mandan youth choir through its placement and audition process.
The organization offers choirs for school-age singers from public, private and home schools. The current audition page invites grades 3–12 and explains how to request a time.
When: School-year choir rehearsals and performances; request current audition and placement information.
Where: Assigned Bismarck–Mandan rehearsal and performance venues.
Who: School-age singers; grade and placement rules depend on the program.
Do not use an old public audition date. Request a current appointment; younger-child classes are separate.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Kids
Develop ensemble skills with a local orchestra program for young musicians.
The youth orchestra is the symphony’s education program for emerging orchestral players. Families should ask about instrument needs, readiness and the current rehearsal arrangements.
When: Seasonal rehearsals and performances; contact the youth-orchestra program for entry requirements.
Where: Bismarck–Mandan rehearsal venues announced by the program.
Who: Young orchestral musicians meeting the program’s current requirements.
The professional orchestra’s audition dates are not youth-orchestra registration dates.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Kids
Find a local Girl Scout troop for activities, outdoor experiences and leadership.
Dakota Horizons helps families find a troop or another participation option. Activities vary by grade level and troop, with local support through the Bismarck service center.
When: Troop meeting days and activities vary; use the council’s join process to find a match.
Where: Bismarck-area public troop venues; confirm the location with the troop.
Who: Girls at the appropriate Girl Scout grade level.
Membership and troop availability vary. The council service center is not every troop’s meeting place.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Kids
Find a local pack or troop through the Northern Lights Council’s district directory.
The Frontier Trails district page lists local units and meeting information. Families can compare a pack or troop with their child’s age and interests before joining.
When: Each unit has its own meetings, outings and seasonal activities.
Where: Bismarck–Mandan public unit meeting places; confirm with the selected unit.
Who: Youth eligible for the chosen Scouting program.
Use a unit’s current contact to confirm meetings. This listing does not publish personal leader contacts or private addresses.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Kids
Start with Learn To Skate or ask about a local skating club’s progression programs.
The club teaches basic skating skills through a structured Learn To Skate program. Progression, membership and ice registration are managed through its published signup system.
When: Session-based classes; check the club’s current schedule and registration.
Where: Bismarck ice facilities assigned in the session schedule.
Who: Children and beginners; the club also lists adult learning options.
Confirm membership, skate equipment and the assigned rink before attending.
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Kids
Join age- and skill-based recreation gymnastics in a local nonprofit program.
The academy offers recreational classes and progression toward other gymnastics programs. Families can use its parent portal or contact the office for the appropriate level.
When: Session-based classes; registration and class times are published by the academy.
Where: Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N 10th Street, Bismarck.
Who: Children in the academy’s age- and skill-appropriate classes.
Advance registration is required. Ask about appropriate placement and available scholarship information.
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Kids
Explore youth theater through Dakota Stage’s education program.
Shade Tree Players offers young performers a way to learn and take part in theater productions. Program ages, rehearsals and entry arrangements depend on the production.
When: Seasonal education and summer productions; ask about the next enrollment cycle.
Where: Dakota Stage and other production venues announced by the program.
Who: Children and teens meeting the selected production’s age requirements.
The 2026 summer season has ended. Check new program announcements rather than relying on old show dates.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Kids
Try a youth sport with an emphasis on teamwork and skill development.
The Missouri Valley Family YMCA offers youth sports for different age groups. Use its current registration to choose a sport and confirm the practices and game venue.
When: Seasonal programs for preschool through high school; dates vary by sport.
Where: YMCA and program-assigned Bismarck-area facilities.
Who: Pre-K through grade 12, depending on the sport.
Membership, fees and registration rules differ by program. The YMCA reports temporary entrance and parking changes during fall 2026 construction.
Checked 2026-10-19. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Science, radio & makers
Meet local ham-radio operators and explore licensing, radio experiments and public-service communications.
The W0ZRT club offers newcomer guidance, licensing exams and a calendar of local activities. Use its Become a Ham and Ask an Elmer links to get started.
When: Monthly meetings and scheduled exam sessions; check the current calendar.
Where: Bismarck State College Career Academy, Room 230, for currently advertised general meetings.
Who: Interested beginners and licensed amateur-radio operators.
Exam registration and meeting arrangements are separate. Recheck the room and date before visiting; the mailing box is not a meeting place.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Science, radio & makers
Connect with Bismarck-Mandan radio hobbyists through the KC0AHL club.
Hillside supports analog and digital amateur radio, newcomer resources and public-service activities. Contact the club or request membership to see its full event and net schedule.
When: Monthly meetings and on-air nets; ask for current times and the meeting venue.
Where: Bismarck-Mandan; arrange the public meeting location with the club.
Who: Licensed operators and people interested in becoming licensed.
No fixed meeting venue is confirmed here. The contact address is not assumed to be an open clubhouse; member-portal access needs approval.
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Science, radio & makers
Explore radio communication and electronics with a Bismarck State College club.
The campus club focuses on radio experimentation, research and communications learning. Ask the listed advisor about joining and the next meeting.
When: Ask the advisor for the current campus schedule.
Where: Bismarck State College; confirm the meeting building and room.
Who: BSC campus community; ask the advisor about visitor eligibility.
A campus-club listing does not guarantee access for every community visitor. No classroom address is assumed.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Games & tabletop
Find tabletop players for Dungeons & Dragons, board games and casual card games.
MESA is BSC’s tabletop gaming community. Its published invitation includes students, faculty and alumni; contact an advisor to find a session.
When: Campus sessions; ask the advisor for the next meeting.
Where: Bismarck State College; room varies.
Who: BSC students, faculty and alumni of all ages, as listed by the college.
Check guest eligibility and the current room before attending.
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Games & tabletop
Practice chess and meet other players through a campus club.
The college lists a chess club for students learning the game or building their strategy. Use the advisor contact in the club directory to join.
When: Confirm the term’s meeting time with the advisor.
Where: Bismarck State College; confirm the room.
Who: BSC students, including beginners.
This is a campus group; off-campus visitors should ask about eligibility.
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Science, radio & makers
Meet students interested in cybersecurity and team competitions.
The collaborating campus cybersecurity clubs meet monthly and train for regional cyber competitions. Contact the listed advisor for current activities.
When: Monthly during the college’s club schedule; confirm the next session.
Where: Bismarck State College; meeting room provided by the advisor.
Who: Students interested in cybersecurity.
Student eligibility applies. No public drop-in lab or unrestricted campus access is implied.
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Games & tabletop
Play casual chess with Bismarck players of different ages and skill levels.
The state chess association lists public local sessions and welcomes new players. Ask the organizer which venue is meeting next.
When: Listed Saturday and Monday sessions; confirm current times before going.
Where: Gateway Mall food court or Will-Moore Elementary cafeteria, depending on the session.
Who: All ages and playing abilities; new players welcome.
Multiple venues are listed, so there is no single Directions button. Casual play and rated games can have different arrangements.
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Kids
Learn and play chess with other school-age children and teens.
The library offers a facilitated weekly chess group with no registration required. Participants can stay for the session or come and go.
When: Thursdays, 6:30–8pm, on the current calendar; holiday exceptions apply.
Where: Children’s Library Story Room, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.
Who: School-age children and teens.
Children under 10 need an adult or companion aged 12 or older. Confirm the next dated session rather than relying on a holiday week.
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Games & tabletop
Learn mahjong or find other players at the library’s recurring sessions.
The library welcomes beginner through advanced players. Daytime and evening editions use different rooms, so choose a session on the calendar.
When: Thursday afternoons and scheduled Tuesday evenings; check the current dated entries.
Where: Missouri River Room or Main Floor Atrium, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.
Who: Adult beginners and experienced mahjong players.
Confirm the room, session dates and any materials to bring. Daytime and evening sessions are combined here rather than listed as separate clubs.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Games & tabletop
Connect with Bismarck trading-card and tabletop players through organized store events.
The official Wizards locator lists upcoming Magic events for the Bismarck store. Check the store’s own announcements for other games and the current venue.
When: Dated tournaments and weekly store programming; confirm the next event.
Where: Battle Bunker’s Bismarck location; verify the street address with the store.
Who: Trading-card and tabletop-game players.
Public listings disagree on North versus South Washington Street. Directions are withheld until the current address is confirmed; use the Bismarck listing rather than another city’s store.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Shooting sports
Join a local association for rifle, pistol and organized target-shooting activities.
BMRPA publishes membership options, indoor leagues, junior programs and several competition disciplines. Use the membership page and calendar to choose an appropriate program.
When: Indoor leagues and seasonal matches; dates depend on the discipline.
Where: Johnson Family Marksmanship Center in Bismarck; outdoor matches use a separate Moffit-area range.
Who: Adult shooters and eligible juniors; program rules vary.
Indoor and outdoor sites are different, so no single location is assumed. Confirm membership, orientation, age rules and the exact range before visiting.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Shooting sports
Meet local trapshooters through club leagues, youth programming and scheduled shoots.
The Bismarck club publishes seasonal league and youth-program announcements. Contact it about current membership and the next available shooting session.
When: Seasonal evenings, leagues and special shoots; confirm current openings.
Where: Capital City Gun Club, 8401 Highway 83 North, Bismarck.
Who: Adult and eligible youth shotgun-sport participants.
Weather and season closures apply. Use this Bismarck club’s announcements rather than similarly named clubs in other states.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Shooting sports
Connect with other shotgun-sport enthusiasts through sporting clays, skeet and trap.
The facility offers shooting activities, group bookings and instruction. Ask about current organized play and beginner opportunities.
When: Seasonal opening times, lessons and group bookings; confirm before heading out.
Where: Capital City Sporting Clays, 12945 71st Avenue NE, Bismarck area.
Who: Shotgun-sport participants; ask about instruction and age requirements.
Facility-based community rather than a guaranteed open league. The calendar currently shows no upcoming events; lessons and group sessions must be arranged.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Shooting sports
Meet a local cowboy-action shooting group affiliated with BMRPA.
The RoughRiders organize a distinct cowboy-action program and publish match schedules and membership information. Ask about observing a match or getting started.
When: Scheduled seasonal matches; check the current match notice.
Where: BMRPA outdoor range outside Moffit; confirm the match location and directions.
Who: People interested in cowboy-action shooting; event eligibility applies.
A division of BMRPA, not a separate range. Sanctioned matches can require SASS membership; past Labor Day registration is not a current signup.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Science, radio & makers
Find local radio-controlled model-aircraft enthusiasts and ask about joining their flying club.
Bismarck Parks identifies the modelers as the contact for the Hoge Island remote-control airfield. Arrange an introduction and learn the club’s field-access rules.
When: Club-arranged flying and activities; ask for the next suitable visit.
Where: Hoge Island remote-control airfield, 8235 Hogue Road, Bismarck.
Who: People interested in radio-controlled model aircraft.
The aircraft field is not open to the public. Contact the club before visiting or flying; winter gate closures also apply.
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Science, radio & makers
Explore another local option for radio-controlled aircraft and model-flying connections.
The park district identifies this club as the program contact for the McDowell Dam remote-control airfield. Use the linked club page to ask about membership and visits.
When: Flying and club activities depend on conditions; confirm with the organizer.
Where: McDowell Dam Recreation Area remote-control airfield, 1951 93rd Street NE.
Who: Model-aircraft hobbyists and interested newcomers.
Ask about field access, membership and introductory visits before arriving; no open drop-in session is assumed.
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Science, radio & makers
Meet rock, mineral, fossil and lapidary enthusiasts from the Bismarck area.
The society offers educational meetings, collecting interests and membership. Visitors are welcome at its regular meetings.
When: Usually first Sunday at 2pm; use the calendar because some dates change.
Where: Downstairs meeting space, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.
Who: Rock collectors, geology enthusiasts and curious newcomers.
The 1pm executive-board meeting is separate from the 2pm regular meeting. Check room and calendar exceptions.
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Books & crafts
Carve alongside local makers through club gatherings and learning opportunities.
The woodcarving club holds twice-monthly Whittle-In sessions and offers beginner classes and workshops. Ask which session suits your experience and what to bring.
When: Twice-monthly Whittle-In gatherings and separately scheduled classes.
Where: Bismarck public meeting venues; confirm the next location with the club.
Who: Woodcarvers and beginners interested in learning.
The annual show venue is not assumed to be the regular meeting venue. October’s show dates have passed; check future sessions.
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Books & crafts
Discuss shorter books with local readers during a lunch-hour gathering.
This library book club is designed for busy readers and does not require registration. Check the posted selection before attending.
When: Monthly, noon–1pm; follow the dated reading schedule.
Where: Missouri River Room, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.
Who: Readers looking for a shorter monthly book discussion.
The page’s weekday wording conflicts with its graphic and dated list. Use the actual listed dates or confirm with staff.
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Books & crafts
Bring a knitting, crochet, embroidery or other fiber project and meet fellow makers.
The recurring library gathering welcomes people who work with yarn or thread. Bring your project and check the calendar for the next session.
When: Third Saturdays, noon–4pm, on the current library calendar.
Where: Missouri River Room, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.
Who: Adult fiber-art enthusiasts.
This is a project gathering; do not assume a structured lesson or supplied materials.
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Nature, gardens & pets
Meet local gardeners through educational meetings, tours and plant activities.
The club maintains public gardens and offers member learning, seasonal tours and plant sales. Membership information is available on its website.
When: Third Tuesday at 6:30pm in February–April and September–October; summer activities differ.
Where: Downstairs meeting room, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.
Who: Gardeners and people interested in growing plants.
Membership benefits, tours and sales have their own arrangements. Tours of private gardens are not published as drop-in meeting addresses.
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Nature, gardens & pets
Connect with local birders for meetings, shared sightings and occasional field trips.
The club welcomes experienced birders and newcomers. Its calendar and linked social page provide meeting and outing details.
When: Last Monday of the month; confirm the meeting time and any exceptions.
Where: Great River Energy meeting room, 1611 East Century Avenue, Bismarck.
Who: Beginning and experienced birdwatchers.
Field trips use separate meeting points. This is distinct from the library’s Bird Club program.
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Nature, gardens & pets
Learn about birds with other enthusiasts at a free library gathering.
The library’s bird program brings together people of different experience levels for guest speakers and shared learning. Choose the next dated session from the calendar.
When: Selected Mondays, 7–7:45pm in the current fall series; check the dated listing.
Where: Missouri River Room, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.
Who: All ages and birding experience levels.
A recurring library program, separate from the Bismarck-Mandan Bird Club. No weekly meeting is assumed.
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Music & dance
Explore women’s barbershop harmony with a Bismarck chorus.
The Sweet Adelines chapter publishes rehearsal and membership information. Contact the chorus to arrange a visit and ask about joining.
When: Mondays at 7pm; confirm holiday changes before visiting.
Where: iHeart Media, 3500 East Rosser Avenue, Bismarck.
Who: People interested in joining a women’s barbershop chorus.
Ask about placement, membership and the guest rehearsal process.
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Music & dance
Try a guest rehearsal with local barbershop-harmony singers.
The chorus explicitly welcomes rehearsal visitors and says prior experience is not necessary. Contact it about your first visit and membership options.
When: Mondays at 7pm; confirm exceptions.
Where: Touchmark on West Century, chapel entrance, 1000 Century Avenue, Bismarck.
Who: Interested singers and people curious about barbershop music.
Use the chapel entrance and confirm the rehearsal before arriving.
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Music & dance
Meet other local dancers through Bismarck’s square-dance club.
The state square-dance organization lists Belles & Beaux at the Bismarck Eagles Club. Ask about a suitable dance or beginner-learning opportunity.
When: Scheduled dances; consult the current club schedule and confirm ahead.
Where: Bismarck Eagles Club, 313 North 26th Street.
Who: Square dancers and people interested in learning.
The association asks visitors to confirm changes in advance. Beginner lessons and regular dances may have different entry arrangements.
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History & social clubs
Meet people interested in Bismarck’s history through talks, membership and local programs.
The society publishes recurring history programs and membership information. Check each event for its location and attendance rules.
When: Dated public programs and member events; use the upcoming-events list.
Where: Bismarck library and other announced public venues.
Who: Local-history enthusiasts.
Some events are member-only and require an RSVP. An annual dinner venue is not a permanent meeting address.
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History & social clubs
Connect with family-history researchers and people interested in German-Russian heritage.
The Bismarck-based society offers membership, research resources and heritage activities. Contact headquarters about local participation and research visits.
When: Research visits and scheduled society activities; ask about current local opportunities.
Where: Society headquarters and library, 1125 West Turnpike Avenue, Bismarck.
Who: Genealogy researchers and people interested in German-Russian history.
This international society is based locally, but not every chapter or convention meets in Bismarck. Confirm local arrangements.
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Science, radio & makers
Meet local coin collectors for conversation, learning and club activities.
The club publishes a monthly meeting invitation and a contact form. Ask about current meetings and upcoming collector events.
When: First Thursday at 7pm, September–May; confirm current dates.
Where: Bismarck Eagles Club, 313 North 26th Street.
Who: Coin collectors and people curious about numismatics.
Past show dates are not current event invitations. Confirm the next regular meeting with the club.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Nature, gardens & pets
Meet dog enthusiasts interested in club activities and organized dog events.
The club publishes a membership application, meetings and an event calendar. Ask the membership coordinator how to visit or participate.
When: Third Saturdays at 1:30pm or online, as announced; confirm the format.
Where: Bismarck Elks Club, 900 South Washington Street, when meetings are in person.
Who: Dog enthusiasts; specific competitions have separate eligibility.
A club meeting is not an open dog-training class. Confirm whether pets are allowed and whether the meeting is online.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
History & social clubs
Practice public speaking and meet people in a supportive local club.
The official club listing welcomes interested visitors and offers an online-attendance option. Use its visit link to arrange your introduction.
When: Second and fourth Mondays at 6pm; confirm the next meeting.
Where: First Lutheran Church, 800 North 7th Street, Bismarck, or arranged online attendance.
Who: People interested in speaking and leadership practice.
A guest visit and paid membership are different arrangements; ask about current dues and meeting access.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
History & social clubs
Build speaking confidence with a lunchtime club on the BSC campus.
Highnooners welcomes guests for prepared speeches, impromptu speaking and constructive feedback. Its website provides meeting and visit information.
When: First and third Tuesdays, about 12:05–1pm; check the current meeting notice.
Where: Alumni Room, BSC Student Union, 1425 Schafer Street, Bismarck.
Who: Interested community visitors and prospective members.
This community club welcomes guests; being on campus does not mean it is limited to students. Confirm the room and calendar exceptions.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Books & crafts
Discuss ideas, ethics and philosophical readings with other students.
The club welcomes enrolled students without requiring prior philosophy experience. Contact an advisor for its next discussion.
When: Ask the advisor for the current term’s meeting schedule.
Where: Bismarck State College; confirm the discussion room.
Who: Enrolled BSC students.
Student group; community visitors should ask the advisor before attending.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Kids
Build alongside other young LEGO enthusiasts at a monthly library club.
The library supplies bricks and minifigures for shared building. Use the current calendar to confirm the next meeting.
When: Last Thursday, 3:30–4:30pm, on the published calendar; confirm holiday exceptions.
Where: Children’s Library Story Room, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.
Who: Children 10 and older; ages 5–9 with a caregiver aged 12 or older.
Leave personal LEGO collections at home. The source lists a recurring series; follow the next dated calendar entry.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Kids
Explore coding and robotics with other students in grades 3–8.
Gateway to Science offers free, registered coding clubs for elementary and middle-school students. Sessions use block coding, Python and robot challenges according to the age group.
When: Grades 3–5 meet selected Thursdays, 4–5:15pm; grades 6–8 meet selected Mondays, 3:45–5pm. Follow the registered session dates.
Where: Grades 3–5 at Gateway to Science, 1600 Canary Avenue; grades 6–8 in Teen HQ at Bismarck Public Library.
Who: Students in grades 3–5 or 6–8, enrolled in the matching session.
Free participation requires registration and space is limited. The two age groups meet at different venues; do not assume a drop-in session.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
