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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)

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Teen Writing Club

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

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 writing prompts, challenges, and time for sharing with an emphasis on affirmation ...

Life Rings Workshop (RSVP Required)

Explore narrative-rich artwork by making your own textile Life Ring. Create your unique piece and tell your story in this two-part workshop led by local artist Georgia Rowswell. Participants must sign up and attend both dates. Seats are limited so please click the link below to RSVP. Those under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult. A ...

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Book Babies

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

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)

Classic Conversations

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

Join Maestro William Intriligator and featured guest musicians Aundi Marie Moore and Derek Jenkins for an informal and entertaining discussion including musical insights about the concert on April 13. Patrons may attend the event in the Cottonwood Room or view the recording on the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra’s Facebook page. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)

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Friday Matinee

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

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: April 5: Wish (PG) April 12: Shrek (PG) April 19: Bedtime Stories (PG) April 26: Crater (PG)

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Friday Matinee

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

Spend your Friday afternoons at the library watching 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: April 12: The Jungle Book (PG) April 19: The Adventures of Tin Tin (PG) April 26: The Corpse Bride (PG)

Movies for Mindful Aging: The Zookeeper’s Wife

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

Please join us for a viewing of The Zookeeper’s Wife (PG-13, 2017) featuring Jessica Chastain, Johan Heldenbergh, and Daniel Brühl. Based on the book by Diane Ackerman and the real-life events of zookeepers Antonia and Dr. Jan Zabinski. Experience the nurturing spirit and steadfastness of the Zabinski family as the Warsaw Zoo becomes a safe haven for Jewish refugees during ...

Gamers Unite!

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

Come and play some fun games with friends! We could be brawling with Super Smash Bros. or racing to the finish with Mario Kart. You never know what will happen, but you can count on a good time! (Teens Grades 7–12; Sage Room)

Lunch Bunch Book Club

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

Join us for an exciting discussion of The Good Lord Bird by James McBride as we enjoy a potluck lunch. For more information, please call the Pine Bluffs Branch Library at 307-245-3646 or visit with staff. (Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)

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SaturD&D!

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

What is Dungeons & Dragons? Interactive storytelling at its finest—and you’re the hero! This month, join us for “The Vicious Visions of the Vampire Vemple.” Drop by with your character sheets or pick from our premade ones. Our game is dynamic, so no commitment or experience necessary. New and experienced heroes are welcome to join! (Teens Grades 7–12; Sage Room)

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Art Connects: LCSD 1 K–8 Art Show

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

Art connects.  It connects us to new ideas.  It connects us to unfamiliar experiences.  It connects us to the wider world.  Most importantly, art connects us to each other.  Come see the creative ways that the K–8 students of Laramie County School District #1 explore the different connections that art can make. (All Ages; All Floors)

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Genealogy One-on-One Consultations

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

April 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 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 or ...

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Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover

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

April 8–19 Library Hours It’s National Library Week! Your challenge: Stop by the 2nd floor and check out a mystery book! From April 8–19 we will have different genres of youth and teen books wrapped up to hide their covers and titles. Check one out, unwrap it, and discover your surprising new read. Don’t worry-we’ll include clues on the front ...

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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: April 1: Melted Ice Cream for April Fools’ Day April 8: Rocket Corner Bookmark April 15: Love Hands for National ASL Day April 22: Balloon Stamp Earth for Earth Day April 29: Galaxy Name Plates for International Astronomy Day (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)

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Craftastic Tuesdays

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

Get crafty at the library! Make and take home a boho floral butterfly or a pom-pom caterpillar magnet that is perfect for spring! (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)

K-2 STEAM: Weather

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

Children in grades K–2 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, we’re exploring the natural phenomenon that is weather! Come make a tornado in a bottle, shaving cream rain clouds, and more!           (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)

Journal Stitching (RSVP Required)

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

Local teen artist Dakota Lyles will be at the library to teach journal stitching! Come and make a personalized journal by hand that can be used for anything you’d like! You can bring your own photos or use magazines provided for this activity. Supplies are limited so reserve your spot by clicking the link below. (Teens Grades 7–12; Sage Room) ...

Dinner & Book Club

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

Join us for a discussion of this month’s book Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty. This novel follows a group of parents and kindergarten students from Pirriwee Public School through six months between an accusation-filled kindergarten orientation and a Trivia Night that ends in 9 injuries, 94 hangovers, and one death. Please swing by the Burns Library to pick up ...