Usher in the spirit of the season by participating in the community read aloud of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. We will read the entire story from start to finish. All are invited and encouraged to attend–individuals, families, book clubs, and groups–and participate by reading a portion of the book. All reading levels are welcomed! Even if you ...
Let us take you on a guided tour of our new StoryWalk® title for December: May Your Life Be Deliciosa by Michael Genhart. We will meet in the Willow Room, but the StoryWalk® will be outside, so dress for the weather! Afterwards, we will have snacks and crafts in the Willow Room. If you can’t make it to the StoryWalk® ...
Show off your architectural skills with graham cracker gingerbread houses! We’ll provide all the building materials, you provide the creativity! Click the link below to reserve your spot. (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center) Click Here to RSVP
Come and experience stories, stretching, and fun with a special early literacy class. This month’s theme is Here Comes Winter! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Cottonwood Room)
Grab your cards, grab your friends, and join us for Pokémon Jr.! We will be playing the fun and exciting Pokémon Trading Card Game or PTCG! (Grades K–8; 2nd Floor)
Wednesday, December 14 miércoles 14 de diciembre 6–7pm Join us for a special Spanish/English storytime in collaboration with the Cheyenne Hispanic Festival. Come enjoy special stories, songs, snacks, and a craft in Spanish and English! Presentaremos una hora de cuentos en español. ¡Disfrute de cuentos especiales, canciones, meriendas y manualidades - en español y en inglés! (Children & Families/niños y ...
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)
Book club will meet once during the month of November and twice in December. We will chat about the book, do some fun activities, and enjoy a delicious treat! Participants can bring a “brown bag” meal and drinks will be provided. We will be reading The Iron Trial by Holly Black and Cassandra Clare. Participants in grades 4–6 can pick ...
All of our Winter Break Binge Bundles have been RESERVED. December 19–20 Library Hours The weather outside is frightful, so bundle up inside with our Binge Bundles! Choose from a variety of themed bundles containing movies, books, and snacks. Pick your bundle from our online list of themes and check out your bundle December 19–20. Reserve your bundle by visiting ...
Learn how to make a variety of pop-up cards at this drop-in workshop! We will have pop-up projects for a variety of skill levels, so bring the family! (Children, Teens, & Families; Early Literacy Center)
‘Tis the season to enjoy a couple of classic holiday films with the family! Have a merry Muppet morning with The Muppet Christmas Carol (rated G), then come back for an afternoon of laughter and shenanigans in the North Pole with Elf (rated PG). Refreshments will be provided. First film is 10:15–11:45am. Second film is 2–3:45pm. (Children & Families; Early ...
School’s out and so are our LEGO® bricks! Use them to show off your building talents. Come to the 2nd floor tables and participate in the challenge build of the hour or spin the wheel for an individual challenge. It will be more fun than a bin full of LEGO® bricks! (Children, Teens, & Families; 2nd Floor)
5 . . . 4 . . . . 3 . . . 2 . . . 1! We are celebrating the New Year at our annual New Year’s at Noon event! We will have crafts, snacks, and games a-plenty leading up to a fantastic balloon drop! (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room & 2nd Floor)
Everyone loves New Year’s, except for those who can be overwhelmed by loud sounds and popping balloons. We’ll provide a safe-sound environment for children who want to participate in a fun “drop” without the overload it can create for those with sensory sensitivities! Instead of balloons, we will be dropping shiny crepe paper pieces and bubbles. (Children & Families; Early ...
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)
Do you have a preschooler that will be going to kindergarten? Come join us! We will be reading books, singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and more to help get your child ready to jump into school! This event is meant for preschoolers who will be going into kindergarten in the fall of 2023. (Ages 4–5; Sage Room)
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. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Live via Zoom) Click Here to RSVP
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)
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 Ice Festival. (Children & Families; Wyoming State Museum–2301 Central Ave.)
Beginning January 1, 2023, 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 before they enter Kindergarten. After you ...
