Get crafty at the library! This month, make and take home a variety of holiday-inspired crafts. December 3: Yarn Wrapped Reindeer Ornament December 10: Jingle Bells Ornament December 17: Tealight Snowman Ornament December 31: Fireworks Ring (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Wrap your holiday gifts with flair! Level up your gift-wrapping skills at one of our tips and tricks sessions, starting at 5:30pm on December 9 or 11am on December 10. Supplies provided. (All Ages; Cottonwood Room)
Join us for an interactive Early Literacy Class for the whole family, complete with books, songs, rhymes, movement and more! Stay and play after class with our Early Literacy toys and socialize with other children and caregivers. (Ages 18 Months–5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
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. This month, join us for a fun Holiday-themed STEM Challenge! And maybe a craft or two. (Children Grades K-2; Early Literacy Center)
Come to the library after school to decompress and cozy up with a cup of hot chocolate and munch popcorn while being read aloud to from Barbara Robinson’s hilarious and inspiring book, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Listen, color, or just relax and enjoy. (Grades 3–6; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Join this fun group that enables you to tell your story through a creative medium of your choice. Drawing, storytelling, clay, poems, any way to get your story out is welcome! If you’ve always felt that you needed a place to be creative, this is the event for you! This is a creativity-friendly and judgment-free zone; all are welcome to ...
An early literacy class for older preschool children to practice participating independently without their caregivers. We will be reading books, singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and interacting with others in a group setting! (Ages 4–5; Sage Room)
Come and join Jasmine Wilcox from GROW Movement and Mindfulness for a special literacy class filled with songs, stories, stretching, and play. This month's theme is Snow is Falling!
Merry Christmas! Let’s get together for some fun Christmas crafts and sweet treats. The library will supply craft materials, treats, and tasty warm beverages. Please bring your staff with you. (Adults & Teens 16+, Cottonwood Room)
*RSVP Required Intro to Knitting Wednesday, December 11 6-7:30pm Whether you’re brand new to knitting or looking to refresh your skills, this is the perfect opportunity to dive in! In this session, you will learn the knit stitch and how to read beginner knitting patterns. RSVP required so be sure to sign up with the link below. (Adults; Sunflower Room) ...
Join us for an interactive Early Literacy Class for the whole family, complete with books, songs, rhymes, movement and more! Stay and play after class with our Early Literacy toys and socialize with other children and caregivers. (Ages 18 Months–5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
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)
LCLS is excited to partner with The Young Writer’s Creative – an established, teen-led group of writers – to bring you Teen Writing Club! Teens in grades 7–12 are invited to come together and explore the creativity that happens when we collaborate and make space to be heard. We will have fun writing prompts, challenges, and time for sharing with ...
Do you like crafts? Come join us and make a fun craft that you can keep for yourself or gift to others! (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center)
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)
Come to the Burns Branch Library each Friday to watch a family-friendly film. Feel free to bring your favorite treats and drinks. We’ll provide the popcorn! Movies by week: December 6: Abominable (PG) December 13: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (PG) December 20: The Polar Express (G) December 27: Frozen (PG) (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Spend your Friday afternoons at the library watching a family-friendly matinee. Each week will feature a different movie. Bring a favorite snack and enjoy the show! December 6: Inside Out 2 (PG) December 13: Frozen 2 (PG) December 20: The Polar Express (G) December 27: Abominable (PG) (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Experience creativity in action with Zach Umperovitch, the creator and co-host of "Contraption Masters"! Participants in this event will be inspired as the magic of Rube Goldberg machines is brought to life through an engaging presentation followed by a hands-on contraption building workshop designed to unlock the wonders of creativity, problem-solving, failure, and innovation. Supplies will be provided, but you ...
Dance…sing…play…and bring the family together as we unleash all of the magic that music has to offer. In this class designed for babies to age 5, a child’s creativity and self-expression can blossom all while enhancing early childhood development. (Ages 0-5; Early Literacy Center)
Join in for an exciting discussion of Neverhome by Laird Hunt as we enjoy a potluck lunch. Please call the library at 307-245-3646 or visit with staff for more information. (Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library) Quick summary: She calls herself Ash, but that's not her real name. She is a farmer's faithful wife, but she has left her husband ...
