Like counting games? Enjoy planting? Then this event is for you! Come join us at the library with our special guests from the Paul Smith Children’s Village to play, learn, and plant all in one spot. You can count on having a great time! (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center)
April 25–30 Library Hours Can you complete our wacky and fun games in just one minute? Compete against your friends and family, or see how fast you can win the games by yourself! Every participant gets a prize. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Ever wonder how illustrators make the beautiful pictures you see in books? Join us for a peek into how some of your favorite book illustrators make their art! This month, we will focus on Lois Ehlert. Wear play clothes as it could get messy! (Grades K – 2; Early Literacy Center)
April is known for Earth Day and the sowing of spring seedlings, so join Laramie County Library in reading Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower. This dystopian tale takes us to the near future of 2024 where young Lauren Oya Olamina strikes out amidst a desolate landscape to establish a hopeful new religion she calls Earthseed. Come to the 3rd ...
Join with representatives (both human and canine) from local animal shelters to celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day! You can fill out adoption documents, see pictures of other adoptable animals, learn how to take care of your new pet, and donate pet food and supplies to the shelters. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Are you ready for some fun? If you’re in grades 3–6, “come on down” to be a contestant in our version of “The Price is Right” gameshow. You could win cool prizes as you learn about how far your money can go. RSVP below reserve a spot for this event. (Grades 3–6; Cottonwood Room) Click Here to RSVP
May 2–29 Library Hours Stop by the Ask Here desk on the 2nd floor to pick up a weekly craft packet to go along with the week’s early literacy classes. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; 2nd Floor)
On Monday mornings, we invite you to come play with us! Each week we will feature a different playscape in the Early Literacy Center, along with suggestions of how to engage your child in guided play. (Ages 18 months–5 Years; Early Literacy Center) Guided Play Themes: May 2: Dress Up and Pretend May 9: Parachute Party May 16: Block Party ...
Get crafty at the library every Monday! Make and take home a spring themed craft. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Everyone loves to hear a story, even our four-pawed friends! Come in to the library and practice reading aloud to one of our community’s therapy dogs. We know you’ll have a furry good time! This event is presented in partnership with The Alliance of Therapy Dogs. (Grades K–6; Early Literacy Center)
May 3–7 Library Hours Celebrate Children’s Book Week with the fun activities you will find at the library. You might even get caught reading and receive a small award! (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Get crafty on Tuesdays! Make and take home a fluttery butterfly to give as a Mother’s Day gift. (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! (Children & Families; Burns Branch Library) Themes by week: May 3: I Love Books! May 10: A Visit to the Doctor May 17: No storytime May 24: Oceans May 31: Storyteller Favorites
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)
Never know what to do with your hands? Not anymore! Come spend some time making unique crafts. Snacks will be provided. (Teens; Sage Room)
Show your love for all things Star Wars by creating an awesome “may the fourth be with you” light up card. If Vader’s Imperial March is more your style, you can create a “welcome to the dark side” light up card. (Grades 4–12 & Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Is the force strong with you? Come and prove it by making your own lightsaber as part of our May the 4th celebration. We will provide all the materials you need to create your very own special Jedi blade. Attendance is limited, so sign up below. (Tweens & Teens; 2nd Floor) Click Here to RSVP
There’s a disturbance in the Force and the source of the disturbance is FUN! Come and celebrate May 4th with special guest characters from the 501st Legion Mountain Garrison. We’ll have fun activities and refreshments with a Star Wars theme. Join us for trivia starting at 7pm. (Children, Teens & Families; 2nd Floor)
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. Stop by the Ask Here desk on the 2nd floor to pick up a weekly craft packet to go along with the ...
