Join in for an exciting discussion of The Help by Kathryn Stockett as we enjoy coffee and treats. For more information about the book, please call the Pine Bluffs Library at 307-245-3646 or visit with staff. (Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Needle felting is an art form in which wool fibers are turned into 3D objects using a simple needle technique. We will be making adorable animals to take home. No experience needed–anyone can do it! (Teens & Adults; Burns Branch Library)
May 23–28 Library Hours Minute to Win It games are fun and fast games that you can complete in a minute or less! Compete against your friends and family or see how fast you can win the games by yourself. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Let’s explore the science of flight with a paper airplane competition. Build and tweak airplane models to see which can go the farthest and which can fly the longest! (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)
Looking for grants for your nonprofit? This can be made more difficult by the fact that 90% of U.S. foundations do not have websites! Come learn how to use Foundation Directory Online (FDO) to find funders. With over 140,000 grantmaker profiles, FDO is the most comprehensive prospect research tool for fundraisers. Presented in partnership with Candid. Please note, this class ...
Looking for a great book to read, fun with friends, and a way to meet your Summer Reading Challenge goal? Then Brown Bag Book Club is for you! We will be reading Rooftoppers by Katherine Rundell. Participants should bring a “brown bag” sack lunch and meet at the Pine Bluffs Main Street Park. Dessert and drinks are provided. Please sign ...
This workshop will help you start your search for your Nordic ancestors who immigrated to the United States. We will focus on your ancestors from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, but will also touch on Finland, Iceland, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands. We will show research strategies using genealogy databases, DNA matches, and print resources. (Adults; Sunflower Room)
May’s Book Discussion Group read will be Jodi Picoult’s A Spark of Light, which recounts the tense standoff between hostages and the hostage taker in a women’s health clinic. The novel probes difficult questions such as balancing the rights of pregnant women and the unborn along with what it means to be a good parent. Come to the 3rd floor ...
June 1–August 15 Read for prizes in our annual Summer Reading Challenge! With ticket drawings, level prizes, completion prizes, and activities throughout the summer, there is no better time to dive in to our ocean-themed challenge. Visit LaramieCountyLibrary.org/SRC2022 to begin this year’s Summer Reading voyage. Register for a Beanstack account or sign in with your existing account to start tracking ...
The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) will be available throughout the day to educate taxpayers on filing accurate tax returns, to provide refund timing information, and to 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 ...
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: June 2: Author Spotlight: Eric Carle June 9: Storyteller Favorites June 16: A Day at the Beach June 23: Dinosaurs June 30: Oceans of Stories Featuring the Rainbow Fish
Sing, sway, laugh, and play with skilled educator Laura Sutton. (Ages 2–5; Early Literacy Center)
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: June 3: The Addams Family 2 (rated PG) June 10: Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (rated PG) June 17: Wonder Park (rated PG) June 24: The LEGO® Batman Movie ...
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: June 3: The Little Mermaid (Rated G) June 10: Wonder Park (Rated PG) June 17: The BFG (Rated PG) June 24: Finding Nemo ...
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a trivia champ? Join us for Jeopardy!® Battle for prizes and bragging rights! RSVP below to receive an email with the Zoom link. (Adults; Live via Zoom) Click Here to RSVP
Start the summer off at the library with a performance from Mr. Kneel, Hip-Hop emcee extraordinaire! With beatbox and vocal percussion, Mr. Kneel can make magic and emotion! You won’t want to miss this exciting event. (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room)
We’ll provide the bag, the books, and the bargain! Stop by the library’s Book Sale Room on the first floor to fill up one of our bags with items of your choice for only $5! (All Ages; Book Sale Room)
Start the summer off at the library with a performance from Mr. Kneel, Hip-Hop emcee extraordinaire! With beatbox and vocal percussion, Mr. Kneel can make magic and emotion! You won’t want to miss this exciting event. (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
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 brainstorm new ideas for additional events and services. Please RSVP for this event below to reserve your spot. (Teens; Sage Room) Click Here to RSVP
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)
