October 1–31 Library Hours Civics plays an incredibly important role in assisting U.S. citizens in knowing the duties of being citizens and their rights. Test your knowledge with a condensed version of the U.S. Citizenship exam, and earn a prize if you pass the test! (Adults; 3rd Floor Ask Here Desk)
October 1–31 by appointment Library Hours 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. Appointment times will vary. More information is available at https://lclsonline.org/services/computercenter/. (Adult; Computer Classroom)
October 1–31 Library Hours Do you need help getting started with your genealogy research? Are you looking for assistance to move 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 ...
Mondays: October 7, 14, 21, 28 1–5pm Get crafty at the Burns Library every Monday afternoon! Crafts by week: October 7: Hedgehogs October 14: CLOSED October 21: Pinecone Pumpkins October 28: Spiders (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Monday, October 28 1:30–4:30pm Join us for a heartwarming viewing of A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (PG, 2019) the inspiring true story of the remarkable friendship between Fred Rogers (Tom Hanks) and journalist Tom Junod (Matthew Rhys). Experience the impact of Mr. Rogers’ genuine kindness, love, and forgiveness as he befriends Tom, influencing him in unexpected ways. Refreshments from ...
Tuesdays: October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Library Hours Get crafty at the library! This month, make and take home a spooky pet ghost in a jar or a paper pumpkin collage. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Tuesdays: October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Thursdays: October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:15–11am 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)
Tuesday, October 1 in the Teen Lounge Tuesdays: October 8, 15, 22, 29 in the Windflower Room 4–6pm 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 ...
Tuesday, October 29 6–7:30pm Join us in unraveling The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penny. Chief Inspector Armand Gamache will be granted rare access to Saint-Gilbert-Entre-les-Loups, when the head choir director of the secluded monastery is murdered. A limited number of books are available; please visit the third floor Ask Here desk to check out a copy while supplies last! (Adults; ...
Wednesdays: October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10:15–11am 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)
Wednesdays: October 2, 16, 23, 30 10:15–11am Turn on your giggle box and get your wiggles out at this brand new Early Literacy Class complete with lots of music, movement, interactive play, and stories just for toddlers! Stay and play after class with our Early Literacy toys and socialize with other children and caregivers. (Ages 18 Months–3 Years; Early Literacy ...
Wednesday, October 30 3:30–4:30pm You’re invited to an after school Boo Bash! Join your friends for a spooky hour of hauntingly fun games, ghostly crafts, and terribly tasty treats. Wear your costume if you dare and you might win a prize! (Grades K–6; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Thursdays: October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10–10:45am Join us for an interactive story time session to promote early literacy through books, songs, puppets, crafts, and much more! (Ages 18 months–5 years; Pine Bluffs Branch Library) Themes by week: October 3: Forest Friends October 10: Cat & Mouse October 17: Dinosaurs October 24: Fall Stories October 31: Silly, Spooky Stories
Thursday, October 31 Library Hours Stop by the desks on each floor of the library to show off your costumes and get a treat! We especially love any costumes of book characters! Participating desks: Ask Here 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floors, Computer Center help desk, and the Business Office (during business hours). (Children & Families; All Floors)
Tuesdays: October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Thursdays: October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:15–11am 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)
Thursdays: October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 in the Sage Room Fridays: October 4, 18, 25 in the Early Literacy Center 10:15–11am 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)
Thursdays: October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 4–5pm 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 ...
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)
November 1-23 Library Hours Local students are invited to enter their creative work in our Veterans Day art show. One original piece of art per student, please. Students can decide on the project and medium of their choice to create art work that celebrates veterans. It can be a veteran they know, a branch or multiple branches, or a simple ...
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! (All Ages; Burns Branch Library) Movies by week: November 1 - Inside Out 2 (PG) November 8 - Balto (PG) November 15 - Flicka (PG) November 22 - Detective Pikachu (PG) November 29 - ...
