Go dotty with some cool activities to celebrate International Dot Day! You can create your own dot design, write a dot story, or send a dot to a friend. Plus you’ll get a chance to read the story The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Please join Sam Mihara, survivor of the Heart Mountain internment camp, as he discusses Japanese-American internment during World War II, lessons learned from this mass injustice, and how those lessons apply today. Sam is a board member of the Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation and an award-winning national speaker. Copies of his biography, Blindsided: The Life and Times of Sam Mihara, ...
Come and experience stories, stretching, and fun with a special early literacy class. This month’s theme is Animal Friends. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Cottonwood Room on September 13; Early Literacy Center on September 16)
Have you been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? These days, scammers are sophisticated. Separating the real from the phony can be tough, especially when emotions are running high. Join us to learn about common scams, how to avoid them, and what to do if you’ve been targeted. Register through AARP’s website at aarp.cvent.com/WY_events. ...
Join us for an exciting discussion of Memory Wall: Stories by Anthony Doerr. Set on four continents, Anthony Doerr’s new stories are about memory, the source of meaning and coherence in our lives, and the fragile thread that connects us to ourselves and to others. Please bring a dish to share for our lunch potluck. For more information, please call ...
Calling future aviators! Come fly with us! Learn how to build different paper airplanes, test and tweak your models, then see which ones fly the farthest or stay in the air the longest! (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)
If you are looking to get rid of some unwanted stuff around the home, join us to learn organizing tips while exploring how streamlining your items could help you feel happier, less stressed, and more productive. Register through AARP’s website at aarp.cvent.com/WY_events. (Adults; Windflower Room)
Join us for a relaxing and creative evening as Holly Bauer instructs on how to create an acrylic painting, “Pumpkin Harvest Moon,” while you sip on a refreshing fall drink. All supplies are provided! Space is limited to 10 participants, so please sign up before September 19 by visiting the Pine Bluffs Branch Library or by calling 307-245-3646. (Adults; Pine ...
The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) will be available throughout the day to educate taxpayers on filing accurate tax returns, provide refund timing information, and inform taxpayers about self-help tools and resources for checking on refund statuses. TAS can also assist individuals and small businesses with tax issues they have not been able to resolve with the IRS. Take advantage of ...
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 at the link below to receive an email with the Zoom link. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Live via Zoom) Click Here to RSVP
Join us for an interactive storytime session to promote early literacy through books, songs, puppets, crafts, and much more! (Pre-K & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library) Themes by week: September 7: Storyteller Favorites September 14: ABC’s and 123’s September 21: Farm Stories September 28: Wiggle & Giggle
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)
Do you have a preschooler that 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 meant for preschoolers who will be going into kindergarten in the fall of 2024. (Ages 4–5; Sage Room)
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)
Children in grades 3–6 can join us each month for a fun food-related activity such as food-themed parties, taste-testing challenges, edible science experiments, and more. If you’re an adventurous eater and you like tacos, this month is for you! This month we’ll be asking ourselves the ultimate question: “Will it taco?” Try a variety of tacos made with unusual ingredients ...
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)
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: September 1: Monsters vs Aliens (PG) September 8: The Emperor’s New Groove (G) September 15: Pokémon Detective Pikachu (PG) September 22: Kung Fu Panda (PG) September 29: Treasure ...
Spend your Friday afternoons at the library to watch 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: September 1: The Super Mario Brothers Movie (PG) September 8: Monsters vs. Aliens (PG) September 15: Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank ...
Role-playing adventure is just a click away. Join our Teen D&D online community and get started on creating a character today. Don’t have a Discord account yet? No problem! Laramie County Library offers Discord Communities for teens to interact, chat, and play online. To participate, you will need a phone, tablet, or computer with internet connection and a Discord account. ...
Spend an afternoon with Craig Johnson! The author will share excerpts from his newest novel, The Longmire Defense, and then answer your burning questions. Stick around after the question-and-answer session to get your book signed! Barnes & Noble will have a limited number of Longmire books available to purchase in the Willow Room starting at 1 pm. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
