First Day of Summer Reading Challenge 2024

Today marks the start of the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge! June 1–August 15 The Laramie County Library System is looking for adventuresome readers ready to sail the seas, soar through the skies, explore the stars, and everything in between. The best part?  You’ll be richly rewarded for your daring spirit! We challenge you to read for at least twenty minutes ...

Outdoor Adventure & Trail Ready! Session 2: Apps, Maps & Packs

Sunflower Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 3rd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

Learn some basics of hiking and backpacking with a 15-minute presentation followed by hands-on stations with gear including water filters, sleeping bags, pads, tents, and backpacks.  This is the second in a three-part series. Attendance at earlier sessions is not required.  Keep an eye out for our final session on June 15! (Adults; Sunflower Room)

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National Denim Day Exhibition

1st Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, WY, United States

May 4–June 2 Library Hours National Denim Day, the last Wednesday of April, is a day of awareness building about sexual assault.  Participants are encouraged to wear denim as a way to draw attention to the prevalence of sexual assault, to educate people about this important issue, and to counteract victim blaming.  The jeans on display were worn and decorated ...

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Genealogy One-on-One Consultations

3rd Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, WY, United States

June 1–30 Library Hours Do you need help getting started with your genealogy research? Are you looking for assistance moving past your genealogy brick walls? Sit down for a one-on-one consultation with an experienced genealogist to help you research your family history using the library’s print and computer resources. Contact the library’s Special Collections Librarian Elaine Hayes at ehayes@lclsonline.org or ...

ASLAN at LCLS (RSVP Required)

Cottonwood Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 1st Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

ASLAN and LCLS are teaming up for an EPIC gaming session.  Join us for ten and a half hours of video games and community building to start the summer right.  There will be organized tournaments of Brawlhalla, Apex Legends, and Rocket League as well as plenty of time for everyone to socialize and share their favorite games with each other.  ...

Saturday STEAM

Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

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, pool noodles aren’t just for the pool! Discover different ways you can have fun with a pool noodle by learning a variety of exciting games you can play with your ...

Summer Reading Challenge 2024

Laramie County Library 2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, WY, United States

  June 1–August 15 The Laramie County Library System is looking for adventuresome readers ready to sail the seas, soar through the skies, explore the stars, and everything in between. The best part?  You’ll be richly rewarded for your daring spirit! We challenge you to read for at least twenty minutes a day for twenty-five days this summer. Starting June ...

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Make it Mondays

Burns Branch 112 Main Street, Burns, WY, United States

Get crafty at the Burns Library every Monday afternoon! Crafts by week: June 3: Dinosaur Skeletons June 10: Superman/Superwoman June 17: Barrels & Floats (National Root Beer Float Day! We’ll provide treats during craft time.) June 24: Cow Puppets (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)

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Chess Club

Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

Our summer youth Chess Club is back! Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, all are welcome to learn moves and strategies, and to just have fun! Children and teens in grades 2–12 are welcome to participate.          (Grades 2–12; Early Literacy Center)

Midlife Mastery: Nutrition for the Second Half

Cottonwood Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 1st Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

Starting around the age of 40, the nutrition game for women changes. Often the default thinking is “train harder, eat less” and “calories in, calories out,” but in this stage of life, we need to be mindful of supporting our bodies as they fight stress, regulate hormone function, and protect bone formation. Join Mary Bushkuhl for a discussion with a ...

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Craftastic Tuesdays

Pine Bluffs Branch 110 East 2nd St, Pine Bluffs, WY, United States

Your crafting adventure begins at the library! Make and take home a pop bottle firefly that will glow in the night, or create a handprint fish puppet to tell your own stories. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)

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Tales Together

Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

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)

Little Colts Story Time

Burns Branch 112 Main Street, Burns, WY, United States

Story time at the library is a great opportunity for children to socialize with their peers. This program includes an interactive reading session and a simple craft. This month’s theme is Dinosaurs! (Pre-K & Families; Burns Branch Library)

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Creative Teens Unite!

Teen Lounge 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

Join this teen-led 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 ...

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Tales Together

Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

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)

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Ready Readers

Sage Room - 2nd Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

Do you have a preschooler who 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 designed for preschoolers going into kindergarten in the fall of 2024. (Ages 4–5; Sage Room)

Healthy Living for your Brain and Body

Willow Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 1st Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

We’ve known for centuries that the health of the brain and the body are connected. Today, science is able to provide insights into lifestyle choices that may help keep your body and brain healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement.  We’ll work with some ...

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Adventure Club

Cottonwood Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 1st Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

Summer is the perfect time to make new friends! Come to the library Wednesday afternoons in June and spend time making fun summertime crafts, meeting new people, and planning many great adventures together.     (Grades K–6; Cottonwood Room) Adventures by Date June 5: Friendship Bracelets June 12: Plant a Garden June 26: Bubble-Palooza!

Paint & Sip Party: Lighthouse Beach

Pine Bluffs Branch 110 East 2nd St, Pine Bluffs, WY, United States

Join in for an adventurous evening as we learn to create an acrylic painting of a “lighthouse on a beach.” For sipping, enjoy a refreshingly cool summer punch. Space is limited to 20 participants, so please sign up before June 4 by visiting the Pine Bluffs Branch or calling 307-245-3646. (Teens & Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)

Taxpayer Advocate Service: Problem-Solving Day

Willow Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 1st Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United States

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 as well as resources for checking refund statuses. TAS can also assist individuals and small businesses with tax issues they have not been able to resolve with the IRS. ...