The Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library is inviting residents to celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month this September, encouraging families and individuals to unlock free access to books, digital resources, and community programs.

Every September, libraries nationwide highlight the importance of library cards as a passport to lifelong learning. The Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library is joining the campaign by reminding the community that a library card doesn’t just check out books—it also connects residents to eBooks, audiobooks, research tools, events, and technology resources.

For Bismarck residents, this initiative arrives at a time when families are preparing for school and looking for affordable educational support. A library card provides free access to homework help, digital learning apps, and programs for all ages. Local educators have long praised the library as an extension of the classroom and a hub for community connection.

Longtime library patron and Bismarck resident, John Miller, shared, “I’ve saved hundreds of dollars every year by using library resources. My kids love the storytimes, and I use the digital tools daily.”

The Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library is encouraging residents who don’t yet have a card to sign up this September. Whether it’s for books, digital media, or family events, a library card remains one of the most valuable—and free—tools for personal growth in the community.