September 1 to September 30 Library Hours Come join us! We are encouraging children ages 3–5 (and their parents/caregivers) to read Laramie County Library System’s 100 Books for Every Child as part of an ongoing Beanstack challenge! These 100 books were carefully curated by Laramie County Library System’s youth librarians who recommend that the titles are read to every child ...
Come get crafty with us! We will be reading a story and doing a craft together based on our Tales Together theme. This event is best for children ages 2–5 and their grown-ups. (Pre-K and Caregivers; Early Literacy Center)
Saturday, October 5 10am–2pm We’re taking storytime to the museum! Head 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 https://wyomuseum.wyo.gov/ to register for the event. This month’s Family Day theme is Creepy Crawly Critters. Our early literacy storytimes ...
Saturday, October 5 2:30–3:30pm 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, get ready to make a mess because we’re making OOBLECK! It’s not a liquid, it’s not a solid, it’s… Oobleck, a non-Newtonian fluid that will give ...
Friday, October 11 10:30–11:15am Join magician & storyteller Byron Grey for an afternoon of trickery and mystery. "The Magic Bookcase" is a family-friendly, 40-minute performance blending original enchanting magic, charming storytelling, and captivating audience participation. Described as “smooth and savvy” by the New York Times with an “enchanting display of magic” from the Baltimore Herald, Byron Grey has shared his ...
Saturday, October 12 10:15–11am You’re invited to a book party! Join us for a celebration of reading. We will read and talk about books, play games, do a craft, and have a treat! (Grades Pre-K–2; Early Literacy Center)
Tuesday, October 15 4–5pm Children in grades K–2 can join us each month as we explore a variety of STEAM topics (Science Technology Engineering Arts Math) with crafts, games, experiments, and more. Join us this month for some spooooky Halloween-themed experiments and crafts. (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)
Wednesday, October 16 4–5pm Join us to discover the thrill of reading books! We will read a book together, then have fun hands-on activities or crafts! No pre-reading is required. (Grades K–1; Sage Room)
Wednesday, October 16 Miércoles, 16 octubre 6–7pm Join us for a special Spanish/English storytime in collaboration with CHISPA. Come enjoy special stories, songs, snacks, and a craft in Spanish and English! Our theme this month will be Day of the Dead. Presentaremos una hora de cuentos en español. ¡Disfrute de cuentos especiales, canciones, meriendas y manualidades - en español y ...
Thursday, October 17 4–5pm 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)
Saturday, October 19 6–7:30pm The Sanderson sisters are coming to the library! Children and teens ages 10-18 may join us for a special interactive film experience featuring the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus! Be ready for lots of tricks and treats as you sing, laugh, and use fun props to enhance your viewing experience. You can even come in costume if ...
Monday, October 21 3:30–4:30pm Come get crafty with us! We will be reading a story and doing a craft together based on our Tales Together theme. This event is meant for preschoolers and their grown-ups. (Pre-K and Caregivers; Early Literacy Center)
Tuesday, October 22 6–7pm Children in grades 3–6 can join us each month for a fun food-related activity such as food-themed parties, taste-testing challenges, edible science experiments, and more. This month, create creepy concoctions like a mad scientist! Enjoy some fizzy, green witch’s brew while you make edible slime. (Grades 3–6/Ages 8–12; Early Literacy Center)
Saturday, October 26 10am–5:45pm Do you love to color? Come and join us for a Spooky Halloween themed Coloring Club! Spend your day coloring with friends or enjoy a relaxing time coloring by yourself. Regardless of who you’re with, this self-paced coloring event is sure to be a fun time. (Children & Families; 2nd Floor Nonfiction Tables)
Saturday, October 26 Sábado, 26 octubre 2–4pm Enjoy some hot cocoa while we watch a family-friendly movie, just in time for Halloween and Dia de los Muertos! We will be showing Coco (PG). Aspiring musician Miguel, confronted with his family’s ancestral ban on music, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather, a legendary singer. Ven a la ...
Saturday, October 26 Kids: 5–6pm Scary Hours: 6–9pm Tonight we are partnering with the Cheyenne Little Theatre Players to transform Cottonwood and Willow rooms into a terrifying dark lair for all kinds of haunts! Join us from 5-6 for kids’ hour if you don't want to be too scared, or from 6-9 for the spooky hours! Please swing by the ...
Thursday, October 31 Library Hours Stop by the desks on each floor of the library to show off your costumes and get a treat! We especially love any costumes of book characters! Participating desks: Ask Here 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floors, Computer Center help desk, and the Business Office (during business hours). (Children & Families; All Floors)
