October 1–31 Welcome to our second annual House Cup reading challenge in Beanstack! Will Gryffindor be able to defend their title or will they be knocked off of the pedestal? Join us to see if Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, or Slytherin can defeat Gryffindor and claim the House Cup! Recruit your housemates and sign up beginning October 1st to start logging minutes ...
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 Creepy Crawly Critters! (Children & Families; Wyoming State Museum–2301 Central ...
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. ...
Want to have a say in teen events and services at the library? Come and join us for our ongoing Teen Advisory Board. We will discuss what we like about the library and all that it offers and brainstorm new ideas for additional events and services. (Teens; Sage Room) Click Here to RSVP
This class will help you get started with genealogical research both on the internet and in print resources to find your Hispanic ancestors in the U.S., Mexico, and Central and South America. (Adults; Sunflower Room)
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: October 3: Block Party October 17: Gross Motor Fun October 24: Big Art October ...
Get crafty at the library every Monday! Make and take home a ghostly pop to get you in a spooky mood for October. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Get crafty at the library! Make and take home craft stick candy corn to get you in a spooky mood for October. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
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) Early Literacy Class Themes Week of October 4: Dinosaurs Week of October 11: Wiggle & Giggle Week of October 18: Barrel Full of Monkeys Week of October ...
Join us for an interactive storytime session to promote early literacy through books, songs, puppets, crafts, and much more! (Children & Families; Burns Branch Library) Themes by week: October 4: Aaargh Pirates! October 11: Forest Friends
Ever wonder how the illustrators make the beautiful pictures you see in books? Join us to get a peek into how some of your favorite book illustrators make their art! This month, we will focus on Peter Reynolds. Wear play clothes as it could get messy! (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)
Come listen to C.J. Box as he reads excerpts from and answers questions about his newest Cassie Dewell novel, Treasure State. Barnes & Noble will have a limited number of books available to purchase in the Willow Room before and during the event. Box will sign books in the Cottonwood Room after his talk. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
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)
The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) will be available throughout the day to educate taxpayers on filing accurate tax returns, provide refund timing information, and inform taxpayers about self-help tools and resources for checking on refund statuses. TAS can also assist individuals and small businesses with tax issues they have not been able to resolve with the IRS. Take advantage of ...
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 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: October 6: Aaargh! Pirates October 13: Forest Friends October 20: Dinosaurs October 27: Silly, Spooky Stories
Come and join fellow members of the LBGTQ+ and Allies community. We will meet to chat about LGBTQ+ related issues, work on fun crafts, and enjoy some snacks in a safe environment. This group seeks to offer understanding, support, and acceptance. All are welcome! (Teens; Sage Room)
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)
Mark your calendar to come join us at 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: October 7: Coraline (rated PG) October 14: Monster Family (rated PG) October 21: Happy Halloween Scooby Doo (not rated) October 28: The ...
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: October 7: Box Trolls (rated PG) October 14: How to Train Your Dragon (rated PG) October 21: Enchanted (rated PG) October 28: Coraline ...
