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)
We’ve got the daubers! We’ve got the cards! We’ve got the cage and the BINGO balls! All we need is you! Come join other families as we share in the timeless fun of BINGO. Join us for snacks, prizes, and lots of fun! (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room)
Come hear from members of the Cheyenne-High Plains Audubon Society as they discuss common birds in our area in preparation for the Great Backyard Bird Count, an annual science project for everyday citizens. This event will be followed by a birding event in Lions Park on February 18. Families are welcome. (Adults & Families; Sunflower Room)
Join Maestro William Intriligator and guest electric guitarist D.J. Sparr for an informal and entertaining discussion including musical insights about the concert on February 18. Patrons may attend in person in the Cottonwood Room, or view the livestream on the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra’s Facebook page. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
It’s time to dance dance dance the night away. Join us for our Valentine’s Day Silent Rave! You’ll get your own set of headphones so you can be dancing by yourself in a room with other people dancing by themselves. It’s weird, but it works! You can also request 5 songs that will be added to our playlist for the ...
Join members of the Cheyenne-High Plains Audubon Society and Laramie County Library System for a birding excursion! We will meet in front of the Paul Smith Children’s Village before counting birds together in Lions Park. A limited number of binoculars will be provided and families are welcome. (Adults & Families; Paul Smith Children’s Village-616 S. Lions Park Drive)
Come and experience stories, stretching, and fun with a special early literacy class. This month’s theme is Love and Friendship. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Join us for an exciting discussion of A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman. Please bring a lunch for yourself to enjoy during our book hour. Then, catch a ride on the community bus to Kimball, NE to watch the 2pm matinee showing of A Man Called Otto (rated PG-13) starring Tom Hanks at the Goodhand Theater. For more information ...
We will discuss the complicated history of Germany and Germanic regions of Europe, and the various waves of German immigration to the U.S. along with the many resources available for genealogy researchers both in the U.S. and in Europe. (Adults; Sunflower Room)
February 20–April 16 Library Hours Enjoy wonderful art created by K–6 students in Laramie County School District #1. Visit all three floors of the library to see the creative wonders! (All Ages; All Floors)
Calling all future astronauts! Do you have what it takes to go into space? Complete our fun and engaging space tasks to learn a little of what it takes to be an astronaut. (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)
Join us for a special unity storytime in celebration of Black History Month! We will read a couple books, create a craft, and eat some snacks. (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center) Click here to learn about our Black History Month Artists Study
Virtual Tales Together has been CANCELED for February 23. 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)
Please join us in viewing Hidden Figures (PG, 2016), an Oscar-nominated film that tackles racial and gender discrimination in the 1960s. Portrayed by an all-star cast including Octavia Spencer and Kevin Costner, three black female mathematicians provide critical calculations that fuel NASA’s space race over three decades. Refreshments and movie theater popcorn will be provided. Discussion to follow. (Adults; Cottonwood ...
You don't have to wait until the last frost to get flower seeds started. Learn what different ornamental seeds need to sprout and how you can get a jump on growing a beautiful garden by planting flower seeds in the dead of winter. Presented by the Seed Library of Laramie County, a joint project of Laramie County Library System and ...
We’re off to see the wizard! Follow the yellow brick road down to the library and join us for an exciting and interactive showing of The Wizard of Oz. This won’t be your typical relaxing family film event–be ready to sing, dance, laugh, and use fun props to enhance your viewing experience. (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room)
You’re invited to a party! A book party! Join us for a celebration of reading with young readers that’s a little bit early literacy class, and a little bit more! We will read and talk about books, sing, play, and learn. This month’s theme is Zoo. (Grades Pre-K–2; Early Literacy Center)
February’s read will be James McBride’s quirky historical fiction novel The Good Lord Bird which depicts the events of “Bleeding Kansas” through the eyes of young narrator Henry Shackleford. Henry takes up with illustrious abolitionist John Brown and eventually finds himself swept up in the historical Harpers Ferry raid of 1859. Come to the library’s 3rd floor to retrieve your ...
March 1–31 Library Hours Join the 21 Day Reading Challenge! Get behind the idea that reading aloud to children from birth to eight years old can greatly benefit their future and help them become successful. Pick your day of the month to start and when you reach the twenty-first day, bring your challenge sheet back into the library to receive ...
Do you love Dr. Seuss and enjoy the scavenger hunt here at the library? Come do our special Seuss Scavenger Hunt in honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday! This hunt will only be available for two days, so make sure to come in before it’s gone! (Children & Families; 2nd Floor)
