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 ...
Mark your calendar for a fun Friday as we take in Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948, Not Rated). Hi-jinks ensue as the Wolf Man tries to warn a dimwitted porter (Costello) that Dracula wants his brain for the Frankenstein monster’s body. Enjoy free popcorn and a discussion afterward. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Do you consider yourself an expert in all things cinema? Maybe you just like watching movies? If either apply to you come and join us for Cinemaniacs! For the month of October, we will be watching some spooky, scary, animated films and discussing the process of making movies and the film industry at large. *Please note: this event requires a ...
“The force will be with you, always!” Especially today as we celebrate Star Wars Reads Day! Everyone is invited to participate as we host members of the 501st Mountain Region Garrison, study the way of the Jedi, and participate in a costume contest that is more stylish than the wardrobes of the senate! (Children & Families; 2nd Floor)
Sing, sway, laugh, and play with skilled educator Laura Sutton. (Ages 2–5; Sage Room)
Children in grades 3–6 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 is all about spooky, scary spiders. Spiders are spin-artists, and there are a variety of spiders that spin a variety of webs. Become a spin-artist yourself and recreate the web ...
C-O-W-B-O-Y-S! Cowboys, Cowboys, Cowboys! Prepare your best University of Wyoming football cheer, don your brown and gold, and get ready for game day at the library! Join fellow fans to watch the game as the Wyoming Cowboys take on the New Mexico Lobos. Bring your comfy camping chairs–we’ll provide tailgate-style refreshments and door prizes. (Adults & Teens; 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. (Grades Pre-K–2; Early Literacy Center)
This event has been canceled. Please return to the events calendar to review other fun events! Come laugh and learn at Improv for Teens! Create scenes through improvisational games, work cooperatively with others, and build real life skills. Experience new ways to think on your feet and unlock your creative potential in a supportive collaborative environment! (Teens; Cottonwood Room)
Create a disaster-piece! Get really creative with an array of materials and enter your creation in the bad art exhibition for some unconstructive criticism and guffaws. Your worst bad art could win the tacky trophy and bragging rights. Please register at the Pine Bluffs Branch Library or by clicking the link below by October 8th as space is limited. (Adults ...
