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Friday Night Fun: Kitten Yoga with YVAS

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Billings Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us with YVAS at 6pm as we enjoy yoga with foster kittens! Mats will be provided and registration is required. This event is for adults and children 8 years and up.

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
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Join us with YVAS at 6pm as we enjoy yoga with foster kittens! Mats will be provided and registration is required. This event is for adults and children 8 years and up.

an image of a fabric bookmark that says "CO+LAB" on it

Certify & Create: Sew Your Own Bookmark

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
CO+LAB at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
CO+LAB, Workshop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us on Saturdays for Certify & Create – an in-depth, hands-on experience at the CO+LAB!

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: CO+LAB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: CO+LAB, Workshop
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Join us on Saturdays for Certify & Create – an in-depth, hands-on experience at the CO+LAB!

Closed- Memorial Day

All Day
Billings Public Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
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Billings Public Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site

Bookmobile at Heights Senior Center, Pioneer School, and Hawthorne Park

All Day
Bookmobiles
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone

11:30 - 1:00 Heights Senior Center, 935 Lake Elmo Drive

1:30 - 2:30 Pioneer School, 1937 Dover Road

3:30 - 4:30 Hawthorne Park, 1752 Janie St.

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Library Branch: Bookmobiles
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
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11:30 - 1:00 Heights Senior Center, 935 Lake Elmo Drive

1:30 - 2:30 Pioneer School, 1937 Dover Road

3:30 - 4:30 Hawthorne Park, 1752 Janie St.

Local Students Write Reviews and Display May 27 - June 3

05/27/2025 @ 5:00pm to 06/03/2025 @ 8:00pm
Story Tower Wall at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone

K-3 students at Bitterroot Elementary and 5th grade students at Alkali Creek Elementary have been focused on improving their writing skills this school year through specific, genre focused, units of study.

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: Story Tower Wall
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
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K-3 students at Bitterroot Elementary and 5th grade students at Alkali Creek Elementary have been focused on improving their writing skills this school year through specific, genre focused, units of study.

Wind River

Complex Issues Film Society Screening - Wind River

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Everyone

Welcome to the It's Complicated series, a film society about social issues.  The theme this month is violence against women - specifically indigenous women.  May is MMIW awareness month.  Our film is Wind River.

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movie
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Welcome to the It's Complicated series, a film society about social issues.  The theme this month is violence against women - specifically indigenous women.  May is MMIW awareness month.  Our film is Wind River.

An image of a Glowforge, a 3D laser printer

Glowforge Certification

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
CO+LAB at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
CO+LAB, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

Discover the creative possibilities of laser cutting and engraving! This hands-on class introduces you to the basics of using the Glowforge, including safety protocols and how to bring your design ideas to life.

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: CO+LAB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: CO+LAB, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the creative possibilities of laser cutting and engraving! This hands-on class introduces you to the basics of using the Glowforge, including safety protocols and how to bring your design ideas to life.

Bookmobile at Shepherd Senior Center, Community College, and Energy & Daystar Dr.

All Day
Bookmobiles
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone

11:30 - 1:00 Shepherd Senior Center, 5541 Haynes Road

2:00 - 3:30 City College, 3803 Central Ave

4:00 - 5:00 Energy Blvd & Daystar Drive

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Library Branch: Bookmobiles
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
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11:30 - 1:00 Shepherd Senior Center, 5541 Haynes Road

2:00 - 3:30 City College, 3803 Central Ave

4:00 - 5:00 Energy Blvd & Daystar Drive

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Sound Booth Certification

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
CO+LAB at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
CO+LAB, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

Curious about recording your own podcast, voiceover, or music? Join us in the CO+LAB for a hands-on introduction to the Sound Booth!

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: CO+LAB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: CO+LAB, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about recording your own podcast, voiceover, or music? Join us in the CO+LAB for a hands-on introduction to the Sound Booth!

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3D Printing - Prusa Certification

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
CO+LAB at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
CO+LAB, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us in the CO+LAB for a hands-on introduction to 3D printing using the Prusa i3 MK3S+! Learn the basics of 3D modeling, printer setup, and how to bring your ideas to life.

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: CO+LAB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: CO+LAB, Technology Class
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Event Details:

Join us in the CO+LAB for a hands-on introduction to 3D printing using the Prusa i3 MK3S+! Learn the basics of 3D modeling, printer setup, and how to bring your ideas to life.

will crain sketch

Anatomy of a Photoshoot: Will Crain

All Day
Montana Room at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
Fine Art
Age Group:
Everyone

Swing by the Montana Room during the month of May to check out these impressive sketches in pencil by Billings artist, Will Crain.

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: Montana Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fine Art
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Swing by the Montana Room during the month of May to check out these impressive sketches in pencil by Billings artist, Will Crain.

gnp flowers

K. D. Swan Photography Collection (Digital Display)

All Day
Billings Public Library
Program Type:
Fine Art
Age Group:
Everyone

Kenneth Dupee Swan (1887-1970) was an early-twentieth century nature photographer with the USDA Forest Service who took thousands of photographs of the American Northwest throughout his career, including parts of Montana.

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fine Art
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Kenneth Dupee Swan (1887-1970) was an early-twentieth century nature photographer with the USDA Forest Service who took thousands of photographs of the American Northwest throughout his career, including parts of Montana.

A flyer for the BPL Film Pass

May Film Pass

All Day
Off Site
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Everyone

All passes have been claimed.  Please try again next month.

 

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movie
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Roots of Change - Audubon and MHPHC Earth Day Art Contest Display May 1-31

All Day
First Five Years Wall at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone

A Youth Art Collaboration is being created with artwork from K-12 Billings youth this spring. The 2025 Theme is Roots of Change: A Closer Look at Climate Change.

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: First Five Years Wall
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
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A Youth Art Collaboration is being created with artwork from K-12 Billings youth this spring. The 2025 Theme is Roots of Change: A Closer Look at Climate Change.

Bridging Montana

Bridging Montana: Resource Fair with Maximus

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Community Room at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Everyone

Montana Employment and Training Services Care and Connection Expo! Join us May 31,  2025 from 10-3pm, for a day of support, resources, and connection!

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
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Montana Employment and Training Services Care and Connection Expo! Join us May 31,  2025 from 10-3pm, for a day of support, resources, and connection!

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Cricut Venture Certification

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
CO+LAB at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
CO+LAB, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

Curious about the Cricut Venture? Join us in the CO+LAB for a hands-on introduction to this versatile cutting machine! Learn the basics of design and cutting, and get started on your own creative projects with ease.

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: CO+LAB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: CO+LAB, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about the Cricut Venture? Join us in the CO+LAB for a hands-on introduction to this versatile cutting machine! Learn the basics of design and cutting, and get started on your own creative projects with ease.

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Adult Summer Reading - Music of the West African Kora, with Sean Gaskell

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Oculus 1st Floor at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Sean Gaskell will perform and provide an educational demonstration of the kora, an ancient, 21-stringed West African harp. He will feature traditional song

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Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: Oculus 1st Floor
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Performance
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Sean Gaskell will perform and provide an educational demonstration of the kora, an ancient, 21-stringed West African harp. He will feature traditional song

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Billings Commuter Challenge Kick-off Party

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
CO+LAB, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us on June 4th at 5:30pm at Thirsty Street Brewing for transportation focused trivia and tote bag decorating! 

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: CO+LAB, Health & Wellness
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Join us on June 4th at 5:30pm at Thirsty Street Brewing for transportation focused trivia and tote bag decorating! 

Story Time in the Wild

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Story Time
Age Group:
Everyone

Story Time in the Wild

 

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Story Time
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Story Time in the Wild

 

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Glowforge Certification

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
CO+LAB at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
CO+LAB, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

Discover the creative possibilities of laser cutting and engraving! This hands-on class introduces you to the basics of using the Glowforge, including safety protocols and how to bring your design ideas to life.

Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: CO+LAB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: CO+LAB, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the creative possibilities of laser cutting and engraving! This hands-on class introduces you to the basics of using the Glowforge, including safety protocols and how to bring your design ideas to life.

a birds eye view of a skateboarder riding around the Billings Skatepark

Skateboarding for Beginners

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone

Want to learn how to skateboard? Now is your chance! Skateboard clinics return this summer in collaboration with the Billings Park and Rec, and the Billings Skatepark Committee.

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Want to learn how to skateboard? Now is your chance! Skateboard clinics return this summer in collaboration with the Billings Park and Rec, and the Billings Skatepark Committee.

an image of the Prusa i3 MK3S+ 3D Printer

3D Printing - Prusa Certification

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
CO+LAB at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
CO+LAB, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us in the CO+LAB for a hands-on introduction to 3D printing using the Prusa i3 MK3S+! Learn the basics of 3D modeling, printer setup, and how to bring your ideas to life.

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Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: CO+LAB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: CO+LAB, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the CO+LAB for a hands-on introduction to 3D printing using the Prusa i3 MK3S+! Learn the basics of 3D modeling, printer setup, and how to bring your ideas to life.

an image of two creators using the CO+LAB sound booth to record a podcast

Sound Booth Certification

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
CO+LAB at Billings Public Library
Program Type:
CO+LAB, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

Curious about recording your own podcast, voiceover, or music? Join us in the CO+LAB for a hands-on introduction to the Sound Booth!

Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Billings Public Library
Room: CO+LAB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: CO+LAB, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about recording your own podcast, voiceover, or music? Join us in the CO+LAB for a hands-on introduction to the Sound Booth!

Story Time in the Wild

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Story Time
Age Group:
Everyone

Story Time in the Wild

 

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Story Time
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Story Time in the Wild