Tales Together Crafts
May 2–29 Library Hours Stop by the Ask Here desk on the 2nd floor to pick up a weekly craft packet to go along with the week’s early literacy classes. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; 2nd Floor)
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Guided Play
Guided Play
On Monday mornings, we invite you to come play with us! Each week we will feature a different playscape in the Early Literacy Center, along with suggestions of how to engage your child in guided play. (Ages 18 months–5 Years; Early Literacy Center) Guided Play Themes: May 2: Dress Up and Pretend May 9: Parachute Party May 16: Block Party ...
Sit, Stay, READ! Read to a Therapy Dog
Sit, Stay, READ! Read to a Therapy Dog
Everyone loves to hear a story, even our four-pawed friends! Come in to the library and practice reading aloud to one of our community’s therapy dogs. We know you’ll have a furry good time! This event is presented in partnership with The Alliance of Therapy Dogs. (Grades K–6; Early Literacy Center)
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Tales Together
Tales Together
Join us for an interactive early literacy class for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Tales Together
Tales Together
Join us for an interactive early literacy class for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
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May the Fourth DIY Lightsaber Workshop (RSVP Required)
May the Fourth DIY Lightsaber Workshop (RSVP Required)
Is the force strong with you? Come and prove it by making your own lightsaber as part of our May the 4th celebration. We will provide all the materials you need to create your very own special Jedi blade. Attendance is limited, so sign up below. (Tweens & Teens; 2nd Floor) Click Here to RSVP
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May the Fourth Celebrations
May the Fourth Celebrations
There’s a disturbance in the Force and the source of the disturbance is FUN! Come and celebrate May 4th with special guest characters from the 501st Legion Mountain Garrison. We’ll have fun activities and refreshments with a Star Wars theme. Join us for trivia starting at 7pm. (Children, Teens & Families; 2nd Floor)
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Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive early literacy class, we will practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP below to receive an email with the Zoom link. Stop by the Ask Here desk on the 2nd floor to pick up a weekly craft packet to go along with the ...
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Book Babies
Book Babies
Join us for a short early literacy class designed just for babies and their caregivers! Enjoy books, songs, lap bounces, and rhymes! Afterwards, babies can play with our educational toys while caregivers visit. (Ages Birth–24 Months; Early Literacy Center)
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Storytime at Wyoming State Museum’s Family Day
Storytime at Wyoming State Museum’s Family Day
We’re taking storytime to the museum! Head on over to the Wyoming State Museum for their Family Day to participate in one of our early literacy storytimes and other fun activities. Visit the Wyoming State Museum’s website at wyomuseum.wyo.gov to register for the event. This month’s Family Day theme is May Flowers! (Children & Families; Wyoming State Museum–2301 Central Ave.)
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Famous Illustrators
Famous Illustrators
Ever wonder how illustrators make the beautiful pictures you see in books? Join us for a peek into how some of your favorite book illustrators make their art! This month, we will focus on the Pumphrey brothers. Wear play clothes as it could get messy! (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)
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Yoga Together
Yoga Together
Come and experience stories, stretching, and fun with a special early literacy class. This month’s theme is Bugs. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
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Brown Bag Book Club (RSVP Required)
Brown Bag Book Club (RSVP Required)
Book Club will meet twice during the month of May. We will chat about the book, do some crazy activities, and enjoy a delicious treat! Participants can bring a “brown bag” meal and drinks will be provided. We will be reading Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer. Participants in grades 4–6 can pick up their book from the second floor Ask ...
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Kindermusik®
Kindermusik®
Sing, sway, laugh, and play with skilled educator Laura Sutton. (Ages 2–5; Early Literacy Center)
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Second Saturday STEAM (RSVP Required)
Second Saturday STEAM (RSVP Required)
Children in grades 3–6 can join us each month as we explore a variety of STEAM topics (Science Technology Engineering Arts Math) with crafts, games, experiments, and more! This month, you don’t have to buy expensive musical instruments to start a band; you can make your own! Use basic craft supplies and household items to create fun musical instruments. RSVP ...
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Family Board Game Night (RSVP Required)
Family Board Game Night (RSVP Required)
Bring the whole family to enjoy an evening of board game fun featuring a variety of new games and classic favorites. Sign your family up by clicking below! (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center) Click Here to RSVP
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Storytime at the Paul Smith Children’s Village
Storytime at the Paul Smith Children’s Village
We’re taking storytime to the garden! Head on over to the Paul Smith Children’s Village to participate in one of our early literacy storytimes. (Ages 18 months–5 years; Paul Smith Children’s Village–616 S Lions Park Dr.)
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Make a Splash with the Paul Smith Children’s Village
Make a Splash with the Paul Smith Children’s Village
Come join us for a special event with our guests from the Paul Smith Children’s Village! This month we will be having fun with water in preparation for our Summer Reading Challenge. Water you waiting for?! (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center)
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K-2 STEAM: Paper Airplanes
K-2 STEAM: Paper Airplanes
Let’s explore the science of flight with a paper airplane competition. Build and tweak airplane models to see which can go the farthest and which can fly the longest! (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)
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Summer Reading Challenge 2022
June 1–August 15 Read for prizes in our annual Summer Reading Challenge! With ticket drawings, level prizes, completion prizes, and activities throughout the summer, there is no better time to dive in to our ocean-themed challenge. Visit LaramieCountyLibrary.org/SRC2022 to begin this year’s Summer Reading voyage. Register for a Beanstack account or sign in with your existing account to start tracking ...