In the film I, Daniel Blake (rated NC-17), a 59-year-old carpenter who recently suffered a heart attack must fight bureaucratic forces in order to gain the healthcare benefits he deserves. Along the way, he finds an unlikely new friend. Enjoy free popcorn and a discussion afterward. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Join us to knit and crochet for a good cause as we spend the evening making blankets for stillborn babies. All of the blankets will be donated to Cheyenne Regional Medical Center. Yarn will be provided, and all skill-levels are welcome. Help will be available for beginners. (Adults; Sunflower Room)
Adults! Bring your kids to Space Camp and step next door for training just for you! Explore the world of databases and discover all the amazing resources available to you right at your fingertips. (Adults; Willow Room)
Come listen to Dolly Ozburn, as she recounts her time as part of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League! The league was the basis for the film, A League of Their Own, and Dolly collaborated on the making of the movie. She joined the league at the age of 14, and played for the Fort Wayne Daisies from 1952-1953 and ...
If you’re a witch or wizard who has come of age, then this party is for you! Anyone 17 or older is invited to partake in the Yule Ball After Party. Join in on the book-based Harry Potter trivia, a costume contest, a make-your-own-wand craft, an escape room and some light refreshments! Grab your dress robes and head to the ...
Join us at 6:15 pm for a crash course in swing dancing. At 7 pm, help us welcome Colorado swing band After Midnight. Dance the night away, or at least dance until 9 pm! Please wear shoes with very little traction. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Ranchers! Consumers care about how we treat our declining grasslands bird population. How can you get your beef certified by the Audubon society? Come find out in this clear and informative presentation. This program will be held at the events center at the Archer Complex, 3921 Archer Pkwy during the Laramie County Fair. (Adults; Archer Complex)
It’s stargazing time! Use the library’s telescope to see the Perseid meteor shower, which peaks mid-month, and constellations such as Ursa Major and Minor, Cygnus, Scorpius, Sagittarius, Lyra, Aquila, Delphinus, and Cassiopeia. Jupiter and Saturn will also be visible! This program will be run by Samantha Ogden, an expert in the field of astronomy. (Adults; Performance Pad)
In the film The Hero (rated R), an ailing Western movie star comes to terms with his past and mortality. Enjoy free popcorn and a discussion afterward. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Come listen to C.J. Box as he reads excerpts and answers questions about his newest stand-alone novel, The Bitterroots. Books will be available for purchase before, during, and after the program in the Willow Room. Box will sign books after his talk in the Cottonwood Room. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
It’s time to “bee” informed about some of earth’s most wonderful, interesting, and important insects: bees! Join horticulturist and Master Gardner Program Coordinator Catherine Wissner as she presents on honey bees, native bees, and the difference between them. Using her beekeeping materials, she will educate attendees on some basic beekeeping information. This program is not to “bee” missed! (Adults; Cottonwood ...
Learn to make authentic tamales with home cook Gloria Roldan. After watching her cook and taking notes, everyone will get to try one of Gloria’s tamales for themselves. Take your new skills home and try them out! (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Join published author Tina Ann Forkner as she leads a creative, collaborative, and casual writing workshop. Writers of all skill levels are invited to participate in the evening’s writing prompt, share their work, and partake in a discussion with fellow writers. Tina will provide feedback on writing produced during the workshop, and will help attendees make the most of their ...
Come meet your favorite local author or find a new one! Authors from around the region will gather in the library to sell and sign books. This year, we are partnering with Arts Cheyenne for the Cheyenne Arts Celebration to celebrate a large and diverse collective of local artists. (Adults; Gallery)
Come hear Craig Johnson read excerpts from his newest release, Land of Wolves. Books will be available for purchase at the event from Barnes & Noble. Meet Johnson and get your copy signed afterward. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Welcome back to our program specifically geared towards adults with disabilities. This year we will meet consistently on the third Wednesday of the month. Join us for crafts, science, and LEGO© fun! Please bring your staff with you. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
In the film The Age of Adaline (rated PG-13), a young woman, born at the turn of the twentieth century, is rendered ageless after an accident. After many solitary years, she meets a man who complicates the eternal life she has settled into. Enjoy free popcorn and a discussion afterward. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Brandberg, Namibia’s highest mountain, conceals one of the greatest collection of rock paintings on earth, 4000-year-old paintings depict a lost world of giraffes and elephants, snakes and springbok, bow hunters and community celebrations. On assignment for National Geographic in 2015, writer Mark Jenkins climbed Brandberg in 120 degree heat to explore this alfresco art museum and reflect on the challenges ...
Meet us out at the Performance Park by the west entrance. We will be using the library’s fancy telescope to observe the moon and several other celestial objects. This program will be run by Samantha Ogden, an expert in the field of astronomy. (Adults; Performance Park)
Sam Mihara was imprisoned during World War II at Wyoming’s Heart Mountain Japanese internment camp. Mihara is now a national lecturer on mass imprisonment and will use photos and videos to share his experiences and stories from Heart Mountain. Drawing a contemporary parallel, he will present on his findings from visits to today’s detention centers for immigrant families. (Adults; Cottonwood ...
