Alzheimer’s Association: Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia (RSVP Required for Online Attendees)

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

Alzheimer’s is not normal aging. It’s a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. Join us to learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, disease stages, and risk factors. This presentation will highlight current research and treatments to address some symptoms, and Alzheimer’s Association resources. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association ...

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Improv for Teens

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

Come laugh and learn at Improv for Teens! Create scenes through improvisational games, work cooperatively with others, and build real life skills. Experience new ways to think on your feet and unlock your creative potential in a supportive collaborative environment! (Teens; Sage Room)

Bob Budd: Otters Dance

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

Cheyenne Audubon presents Bob Budd and his new book, Otters Dance: A Rancher’s Journey to Enlightenment and Stewardship. Bob is former executive director of the Wyoming Stock Growers Association, former manager of The Nature Conservancy’s Red Canyon Ranch, and is currently the executive director of Wyoming Wildlife and Natural Resource Trust, a state agency. After his talk, Bob will have ...

Cuentos y Amigos (Spanish Storytime)

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

Wednesday, January 18 miércoles 18 de enero 6–7pm Join us for a special Spanish/English storytime in collaboration with the Cheyenne Hispanic Festival. Come enjoy special stories, songs, snacks, and a craft in Spanish and English! Presentaremos una hora de cuentos en español. ¡Disfrute de cuentos especiales, canciones, meriendas y manualidades - en español y en inglés! (Children & Families/niños y ...

Sit, Stay, READ! Read to a Therapy Dog

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

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)

Snowflake Name Art

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

Use your imagination to create a special snowflake. Use your name or an inspirational word and turn it into a work of art as unique as a snowflake. (Tweens, Teens, & Adults; Burns Branch Library)

Jennie Kiessling Tour and Forum

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

Gain a new understanding of family history and art with artist Jennie Kiessling. This event will feature a discussion on ancestry and abstract art followed by a tour of Jennie’s exhibit in the library. You are encouraged to bring family artifacts such as letters or diaries as part of the discussion. (Adults; Willow Room)

Teen Escape Room (RSVP Required)

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

Grab your friends and put your sleuthing skills to the test at the library’s escape room for teens. Groups can be up to six people. Space is limited, so sign up below! (Teens; Sage Room) Click Here to RSVP for the 10am-11am Time Slot Click Here to RSVP for the 11am-12pm Time Slot Click Here to RSVP for the 12pm-1pm ...

Lunch Bunch Book Club

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

Join us for an exciting discussion of The Memory Keeper’s Daughter by Kim Edwards as we enjoy coffee and cookies. Please bring a lunch for yourself. For more information about the book, please call the library at 307-245-3646 or visit with staff. (Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)

Do You Know Your Way to DNA?

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

Learn how to use your DNA genealogy results to find your ancestors. (Adults; Sunflower Room)

Alzheimer’s Association: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s (RSVP Required for Online Attendees)

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

Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking, and behavior that interfere with daily life. Join us to learn about 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others, typical age-related changes, how to approach someone about memory concerns, early detection, the benefits of a diagnosis, the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer’s Association resources. Presented by ...

K–2 STEAM: Robots

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

Calling future coders and programmers! Join us for a fun afternoon of STEAM exploration with robots. (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)

Adult Craft Night: Paper Crafting and Quilling (RSVP Required)

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

Let’s get together at the library for some fun and colorful paper crafting. We’ll learn how pop-ups can be made easy and have a chance to try our hands at quilling. All supplies will be provided as well as hot beverages. Adults 18 and over only, please. Click the link below to reserve your spot. (Adults; Sunflower Room) Click Here ...

Brown Bag Book Club (RSVP Required)

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

Book club will meet twice during the month of January. We will chat about the book, do some fun activities, and enjoy a delicious treat! Participants can bring a “brown bag” meal and drinks will be provided. We will be reading Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett. Participants in grades 4–6 can pick up their book from the 2nd floor Ask ...

Positive Aging: Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris

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

Pack your bags because we’re going to Paris! Join us to watch Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (PG, 2022). Mrs. Harris, a widowed cleaning lady from London, falls in love with a Dior dress and decides she must go to Paris to get one of her own, changing her life–and the House of Dior–along the way. Featuring Lesley Manville. Enjoy ...

CANCELED: Family After Hours: Mini Golf

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

Due to the inclement weather, this event has been canceled. Mini golf in January? It may be cold outside, but this fun is inside where it is toasty and warm! Challenge your family to see who the champion is and finish off your nine holes with some tasty cocoa and marshmallows. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The ...

High Altitude Gardening 101: Vegetable Seed Starting

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

Gardening in Laramie County isn’t like gardening on the coasts or even like gardening in Fort Collins, but success can be yours! Join us to learn how gardeners on the High Plains grow food for their tables. We will be focusing on seed starting and nursery set-up for the 2023 vegetable growing season. Presented by the Seed Library of Laramie ...

Young Readers Book Party

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

You’re invited to a party! A book party! Join us for a celebration of reading with young readers that’s a little bit early literacy class, and a little bit more! We will read and talk about books, sing, play, and learn. This month’s theme is Space.     (Grades Pre-K–2; Early Literacy Center)

Alzheimer’s Educational Series: Research Update (RSVP Required for Online Attendees)

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

An overview of Alzheimer’s disease science and the latest advances in research on prevention, treatment, and possible cures. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association and Wyoming 211. Attendees can participate in person or via Zoom. Attendees can participate in person or via Zoom. Visit https://bit.ly/AlzLaramieCounty to register and receive Zoom information. (Adults; Sunflower Room or via Zoom)