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Book Clubs & Craft Groups

Flickertail Woodcarvers

Carve alongside local makers through club gatherings and learning opportunities.

Books & crafts

When, where and how to join

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.

Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.

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Reader’s Voice Book Club

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.

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Strictly Mysteries Book Club

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.

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Potluck Book Club

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.

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