My ipad mini will not slide open, or can be powered off as i cannot slide it close. What to do?

If you have a smart cover on the device, Remove it. Then hard reset the device by holding the home and power buttons together until you see the apple logo, then when you see that, let go and the device will boot up.

Glad i was able to help! 😎

Thank you! It worked! I really appreciate all you "techies" !