Adult Events

Monday, October 28 1:30–4:30pm Join us for a heartwarming viewing of A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (PG, 2019) the inspiring true story of the remarkable friendship between Fred Rogers (Tom Hanks) and journalist Tom Junod (Matthew Rhys). Experience the impact of Mr. Rogers’ genuine kindness, love, and forgiveness as he befriends Tom, influencing him in unexpected ways. Refreshments from ...

Tuesday, October 29 6–7:30pm Join us in unraveling The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penny. Chief Inspector Armand Gamache will be granted rare access to Saint-Gilbert-Entre-les-Loups, when the head choir director of the secluded monastery is murdered. A limited number of books are available; please visit the third floor Ask Here desk to check out a copy while supplies last! (Adults; ...

Learn how to get started finding your family in the U.S. Federal Census and vital records, using both Internet genealogy databases such as Ancestry Library Edition and print resources available in our LCLS Special Collections. (Adults; Sunflower Room)  

Come get holiday photos from a professional photographer! Each group will receive two digital images that will be emailed by early December. Free of charge. RSVP required--one per group. Please swing by the 3rd floor Ask Here desk or call 307-634-3561 to reserve a time slot! (Adults; 3rd Floor Computer Classroom)

How does planting a tree in Cheyenne help the economy? What, if any, are the benefits to our community when a tree canopy is well managed? Please join us for an informative program by Rooted in Cheyenne that will answer these questions and more about our tree canopy and how you can get involved. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)

Recent elections have challenged us to rebuild what Lincoln called our "bonds of affection.” Braver Angels is sponsoring a moderated discussion to reflect on the results of the 2024 election. This gathering is about self-reflection, communicating, listening, and moving forward. It is about recognizing our foundational role as citizens to be the architects and agents of a more perfect union. ...

Join Maestro William Intrilligator and guest artist Stacy Lesarte for an informal and entertaining discussion including musical insights about the concert on November 16. Patrons may attend the event in the Cottonwood Room or view the recording on the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra’s Facebook page (Adults; Cottonwood Room)

Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop game where players use dice and imagination to craft epic narratives in a collaborative fantasy world. Join us for an afternoon of adventure & learn to play at this intro session. Spots are limited, so sign up by clicking the link below. (Adults; Sunflower Room) Click Here to RSVP

Mountain Sam Wheelock is a singer, songwriter and storyteller. His one-man show “A Story and a Song” weaves electric folk music and stories to his Southern Appalachian roots. The concert is often described as, “…Leonard Cohen dunked in a barrel of Tennessee whiskey.” (Adults; Cottonwood Room)

Democracies around the world are being challenged and undermined by a variety of threats ranging from polarization and populism to intervening foreign actors and authoritarian regimes. Come join faculty from UW’s School of Politics, Public Affairs & International Studies and experts from Wyoming and around the world to explore the many and varied challenges to the effective functioning of democratic ...

Join the VOA Northern Rockies for free lunch and a presentation on their mental health services. (Adults; Willow Room)

Please join us for the movie adaptation of The Old Man and the Sea starring Best Actor nominee Spencer Tracey (TV-PG, 1958). Hemingway's highly symbolic novel, The Old Man and the Sea, published in 1952, was a Pulitzer and Nobel Prize winner. Refreshments from the Library Cafe and popcorn are provided. Optional discussion to follow the movie. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)

Join us in reading Tommy Orange's debut novel There There as we follow an eclectic cast of characters on their way to the Big Oakland Powwow. The novel explores what it means to be Native American living outside of the Reservation. (Adults; Sunflower Room)