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Habitat: Artists’ Books

Laramie County Library 2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, WY, United States

June 10–August 21 Library Hours Curated by University of Wyoming art professor Mark Ritchie, this year’s iteration of Laramie County Library’s annual book arts exhibit features collaborative work by artists and writers from Wyoming, Wales, and around the United States. Each artist/writer pairing was challenged with creating a broadside or folio interpreting the concept and meaning of habitat. (All Ages; ...

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Book Babies

Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

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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Movies at the Library

Burns Branch 112 Main Street, Burns, WY, United States

Come to the Burns Branch Library each Friday to watch a family-friendly film. Feel free to bring your favorite snacks; we’ll provide the popcorn! (All Ages; Burns Branch Library) Movies by week: August 5: Finding Nemo (rated G) August 12: The BFG (rated PG) August 19: The Secret Life of Pets (rated PG) August 26: Doolittle (rated PG)

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Friday Matinee

Pine Bluffs Branch 110 East 2nd St, Pine Bluffs, WY, United States

Spend your Friday afternoons at the library to watch a family-friendly matinee. Each week will feature a different movie. Bring a favorite snack and enjoy the show! (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library) Movies by week: August 12: Luca (rated PG) August 19: The Princess and the Frog (rated G) August 26: Cars (rated G)

Summer Movie Series: Deep

Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

Join us all summer long as we watch an ocean-themed movie each month! August’s movie is Deep (rated PG). In 2100, when humanity has abandoned the earth, a colony of extravagant creatures still thrives in the deepest abyss of the ocean. Deep, an adventurous “dumbo” octopus, and his two friends must take a perilous journey to find a new home. ...

After-Hours: Teen NERF Night (RSVP Required)

Cottonwood Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 1st Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

One last event before it’s back to school! Come and join us for NERF night. NERF shooters and snacks will be provided. Be sure to wear sensible shoes and get ready for some after-hours fun. This event is for teens only. Please note: after-hours events require a signed permission slip from a parent or guardian. Reserve your spot below. (Teens; ...

Saturday Morning Book Club

Pine Bluffs Branch 110 East 2nd St, Pine Bluffs, WY, United States

Join us for an exciting discussion of Her One Mistake by Heidi Perks as we enjoy coffee and treats. For more information about the book, please call the Pine Bluffs Branch Library at 307-245-3646 or visit with staff. (Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)

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Virtual SaturD&D (RSVP Required)

Virtually via Discord

Role-playing adventure is just a click away. Join our Teen D&D online community and get started on creating a character today. Don’t have a Discord account yet? No problem! Laramie County Library offers Discord Communities for teens to interact, chat, and play online. To participate, you will need a phone, tablet, or computer with internet connection and a Discord account. ...

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Summer Reading Challenge Bookmark Contest Exhibit

2nd floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

June 6–September 6 Library Hours Enjoy the creativity of hundreds of 3rd and 4th grade students from Laramie County in the annual bookmark contest! Pick up a bookmark of the winning designs at any library location. (All Ages; 2nd Floor)

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Oceans of Possibilities Obstacle Course (Burns)

Burns Branch 112 Main Street, Burns, WY, United States

August 1–31 Library Hours Imagine your possibilities as your explore and move like the ocean creatures along our indoor obstacle course. (Children & Families; Burns Branch Library)

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Make It Mondays

Burns Branch 112 Main Street, Burns, WY, United States

Get crafty at the library every Monday! Make and take home a cool popsicle stick bookmark that looks like a shark, whale, or whatever you’d like it to be. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)

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Paperbag Book Cover Workshop

Burns Branch 112 Main Street, Burns, WY, United States

August 22–27 Library Hours Hey students! School is back in session and we know you have some textbooks that you may want to cover. Swing by the Burns Branch Library and use a paper bag and other supplies provided to personalize your own book cover. (Teens; Burns Branch Library)

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Righting a Wrong: Japanese Americans and World War II

Laramie County Library 2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, WY, United States

July 19–August 28 Library Hours Righting a Wrong: Japanese Americans and World War II Smithsonian poster exhibition traces the story of Japanese national and Japanese American incarceration during World War II and the people who survived it. Based on an original exhibition at the National Museum of American History, the Righting a Wrong poster exhibition encourages viewers to engage in ...

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Paperbag Book Cover Workshop

Burns Branch 112 Main Street, Burns, WY, United States

August 22–27 Library Hours Hey students! School is back in session and we know you have some textbooks that you may want to cover. Swing by the Burns Branch Library and use a paper bag and other supplies provided to personalize your own book cover. (Teens; Burns Branch Library)

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Craftastic Tuesdays

Pine Bluffs Branch 110 East 2nd St, Pine Bluffs, WY, United States

Get crafty at the library! Make and take home a paper chain jellyfish or an recycled water bottle jellyfish to finish off our Summer Reading Challenge theme. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)

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Oceans of Possibilities Obstacle Course

Pine Bluffs Branch 110 East 2nd St, Pine Bluffs, WY, United States

August 2–31 Library Hours Imagine your possibilities as you explore and move like the ocean creatures along our indoor obstacle course. (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)

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Fun for Kids!

Pine Bluffs Branch 110 East 2nd St, Pine Bluffs, WY, United States

Join us for an interactive storytime session to promote early literacy through books, songs, puppets, crafts, and much more! (Pre-K & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library) Themes by week: August 4: Aargh! Pirates August 11: Things That Go August 18: Get Outdoors August 25: Creepy, Crawly Critters

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Paperbag Book Cover Workshop

Burns Branch 112 Main Street, Burns, WY, United States

August 22–27 Library Hours Hey students! School is back in session and we know you have some textbooks that you may want to cover. Swing by the Burns Branch Library and use a paper bag and other supplies provided to personalize your own book cover. (Teens; Burns Branch Library)

‘Twilight of the Gods’: Defeat, Memory, and Legacy of World War II and the Holocaust

Cottonwood Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 1st Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

Join us for the final program in a series of expert presentations from Dr. Adam Blackler, Ph.D. and Associate Professor of History at the University of Wyoming, all of which will provide context and historical background for the themes and concepts presented in Americans and the Holocaust, a traveling exhibition for libraries, currently on display. In 1945, Europe offered a ...