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Chain Reaction Contraption Workshop with Zach Umperovitch (RSVP Required)

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

Experience creativity in action with Zach Umperovitch, the creator and co-host of "Contraption Masters"! Participants in this event will be inspired as the magic of Rube Goldberg machines is brought to life through an engaging presentation followed by a hands-on contraption building workshop designed to unlock the wonders of creativity, problem-solving, failure, and innovation. Supplies will be provided, but you ...

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Spark!: Places of Innovation

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

December 2–January 14  The story of human history is written in inventions and innovations. People are problem solvers. Sometimes we invent—create a completely new thing or a process based on new ideas. More often, we innovate—that is, we introduce a fresh idea or an invention into use in some way that creates a new way of doing or thinking. All ...

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Innovation Laramie County

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

December 4–January 14  Spark!: Places of Innovation shows us just how important rural places are to developing solutions to difficult problems around the country. But what about closer to home? This exhibit highlights some of the creative, ground-breaking, and—well—innovative projects that are happening right here, right now.  Come check out some of the amazing things innovators are working on in ...

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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! Adult groups, please call 307-547-2249 in advance to RSVP.  Crafts by week:   December 2: Christmas Countdown  December 9: Candy Cane Trees   December 16: Snowflake Ornaments  December 23: Melted Snowmen  December 30: Penguins   (All Ages; Burns Branch Library) 

Matinee Movies for Mindful Aging: Fiddler on the Roof

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

Please join us for the movie adaptation of the Broadway hit Fiddler on the Roof (rated G, 1971) starring Chaim Topol, Norma Crane, and Leonard Fry. A humble Jewish milkman in a Ukrainian village, circa 1910, contends with marrying off three daughters in the face of growing anti-Semitism. Refreshments from the Library Cafe and popcorn are provided. Optional discussion to ...

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Pre-K Crafternoon

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

Come get crafty with us! We will be reading a story and doing a craft together based on our Tales Together theme. This event is meant for preschoolers and their grown-ups.  (Pre-K and Caregivers; Early Literacy Center) 

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Brown Bag Book Club (RSVP Required)

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

Description Brown Bag Book Club is back - FOR TEENS! Each month, teens in grades 7-12 will read a book and enjoy fun activities along with a sweet treat. Participants may bring a “brown bag” lunch if they choose; beverages will be provided. For December, we will be reading Dash & Lily's Book of Dares by Rachel Cohn and David ...

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Craftastic Tuesday

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

Get crafty at the library! This month, make and take home a variety of holiday-inspired crafts.  December 3: Yarn Wrapped Reindeer Ornament  December 10: Jingle Bells Ornament  December 17: Tealight Snowman Ornament  December 31: Fireworks Ring  (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 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) 

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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 followed by a fun craft.   Themes by week  December 3: Bears   December 17: Christmas  (Pre-K & Families; Burns Branch Library) 

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Read-Aloud Cocoa Club

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

Come to the library after school to decompress and cozy up with a cup of hot chocolate and munch popcorn while being read aloud to from Barbara Robinson’s hilarious and inspiring book, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Listen, color, or just relax and enjoy.  (Grades 3–6; Pine Bluffs Branch Library) 

Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses (RSVP Required)

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

Show off your architectural skills with graham cracker gingerbread houses! We’ll provide all the building materials, you provide the creativity! This event is best for children ages 5 - 12. Please reserve a spot at lclsonline.org/calendar/ for each child attending.  (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center)  Click here to RSVP

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Creative Teens Unite!

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

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 creative, this is the event for you! This is a creativity-friendly and judgment-free zone; all are welcome to ...

Dinner & Book Club

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

Join us for a potluck style dinner and lively discussion of this month’s book Nineteen Minuets by Jodi Picoult. Please come into the Burns Branch Library to pick up your copy, spots are limited. We encourage you to bring a dish to contribute, however there is always plenty to share.   (Adults; Burns Branch Library)  

Behind the Curtain

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

Learn about the Cheyenne Little Theatre Players’ production Not a Creature was Stirring ... Not Even a Moose. Dive into the world of theatre as Director Brenda Lyttle discusses the creative process behind the show. Joined by talented members of the crew, the CLTP team will shed light on the intricate designs and collaboration that bring the production to life. ...

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Innovation in Motion: Increased Access Footwear Design by Brett Drake

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

In 2017, Cheyenne resident and self-proclaimed sneaker nerd Brett Drake won the Nike Ease Challenge with his design of an adaptive fit high-top shoe. Come see the process of how that idea became the Nike Air Zoom UNVRS. (All Ages; 1st Floor)

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Ready Readers

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

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) 

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Wiggle and Giggle Time: Toddler Time

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

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 Center) 

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Chair Yoga & Poetry

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

Chair Yoga & Poetry   Wednesdays: December 4, 18  11–11:40am Cheyenne, let’s move our bodies and exercise our minds! Please join us for gentle chair yoga with Allison Brodie from Blossom Yoga Studio. Sessions will be on the first and third Wednesdays each month. We will practice yoga while seated or standing for 40 minutes. During the session, Allison will weave ...