The famous Stroop Effect is named after J. Ridley Stroop who discovered this strange phenomenon in the 1930s. Challenge yourself to this tricky activity: name the colors of the given words, but DO NOT read the words, rather, say the color that the word is written in. It’s not as easy as you think! (Grades 3–8; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
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 Earth Extravaganza. (Children & Families; Wyoming State Museum–2301 Central Ave.)
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. ...
Award-winning minis painter Kyle McCormick from Olympus Games & Comics is dropping by to teach the ins and outs of mini figure painting. We will provide a kit with figure, paint, and brush. Spots are limited, so sign up below. (Grades 3–12; Early Literacy Center) Click Here to RSVP
Join us for an exciting StoryWalk® around the library! We will meet in the Willow Room, but the StoryWalk® will be outside, so dress for the weather. Afterwards, we will have snacks and crafts in the Willow Room. If you can’t make it to the StoryWalk® Sunday event, the outdoor StoryWalk® is available rain or shine (or snow), all year ...
10 to Try is a Beanstack Reading Challenge that asks you to read a book in each of ten categories to broaden your reading horizons. Try it out and see if you can find new favorites! Keep an eye out for our Blind Date with a Book display April 24–30 and choose a mystery book to help complete the challenge. ...
April 1–27 Library Hours Do you need help getting started with your genealogy research? Are you looking for assistance in moving past your genealogy brick walls? Sit down for a one-on-one consultation with an experienced genealogist to help research your family history by using the library’s print and computer resources. Contact the library’s Special Collections Librarian Elaine Hayes at ehayes@lclsonline.org ...
The first two weeks of April will be your chance to make and take home an interactive peek-a-boo clothespin egg. Later in the month, the craft will switch to adorable hand-print lilies. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
The first two weeks of April will be your chance to make and take home an interactive peek-a-boo clothespin egg. Later in the month, the craft will switch to adorable hand-print lilies. (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)
Join us for an interactive storytime session to promote early literacy through books, songs, puppets, crafts, and much more! This month’s theme is Creepy, Crawly Critters. (Children & Families; Burns Branch Library)
Join us for fun and interesting activities during your trip to the library. At each hangout we will offer crafts, STEM, or improv activities. You never know what you will get, so come and see what’s happening! (Grades 3–12; Sage Room)
Visit the library for help navigating your digital devices! From learning to use a mouse to getting acquainted with social media, we’ve got you covered. Please call the library at 307-634-3561 or visit the 3rd floor Ask Here desk to register. More information is available at https://lclsonline.org/services/computercenter/. (Adults; Computer Classroom)
Join us to explore the challenges and rewards of reaching across racial/ethnic divides for understanding and common ground. We will watch an abridged documentary and short follow-up related to one man’s controversial approach and his success in changing hearts and minds. Then, there will be facilitated small-group discussions about issues raised by these film clips, designed to improve understanding of ...
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)
Visit the library for help navigating your digital devices! From learning to use a mouse to getting acquainted with social media, we’ve got you covered. Please call the library at 307-634-3561 or visit the 3rd floor Ask Here desk to register. More information is available at https://lclsonline.org/services/computercenter/. (Adults; Computer Classroom)
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: April 6: Creepy, Crawly Critters April 13: Getting Dressed April 20: Feathered Friends April 27: Bears
Welcome to our new “Guided Play” early literacy class. Enjoy a few stories on Art and Imagination, then play together with some of our fun art supplies and open-ended art projects. We will have fun prompts on getting the most out of our art play, as well as ideas for how to do art at home! You might want to ...
