Today marks the start of the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge! June 1–August 15 The Laramie County Library System is looking for adventuresome readers ready to sail the seas, soar through the skies, explore the stars, and everything in between. The best part? You’ll be richly rewarded for your daring spirit! We challenge you to read for at least twenty minutes ...
Learn some basics of hiking and backpacking with a 15-minute presentation followed by hands-on stations with gear including water filters, sleeping bags, pads, tents, and backpacks. This is the second in a three-part series. Attendance at earlier sessions is not required. Keep an eye out for our final session on June 15! (Adults; Sunflower Room)
May 4–June 2 Library Hours National Denim Day, the last Wednesday of April, is a day of awareness building about sexual assault. Participants are encouraged to wear denim as a way to draw attention to the prevalence of sexual assault, to educate people about this important issue, and to counteract victim blaming. The jeans on display were worn and decorated ...
June 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 you research your family history using the library’s print and computer resources. Contact the library’s Special Collections Librarian Elaine Hayes at ehayes@lclsonline.org or ...
ASLAN and LCLS are teaming up for an EPIC gaming session. Join us for ten and a half hours of video games and community building to start the summer right. There will be organized tournaments of Brawlhalla, Apex Legends, and Rocket League as well as plenty of time for everyone to socialize and share their favorite games with each other. ...
Children in grades 3–6 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, pool noodles aren’t just for the pool! Discover different ways you can have fun with a pool noodle by learning a variety of exciting games you can play with your ...
June 1–August 15 The Laramie County Library System is looking for adventuresome readers ready to sail the seas, soar through the skies, explore the stars, and everything in between. The best part? You’ll be richly rewarded for your daring spirit! We challenge you to read for at least twenty minutes a day for twenty-five days this summer. Starting June ...
Get crafty at the Burns Library every Monday afternoon! Crafts by week: June 3: Dinosaur Skeletons June 10: Superman/Superwoman June 17: Barrels & Floats (National Root Beer Float Day! We’ll provide treats during craft time.) June 24: Cow Puppets (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Our summer youth Chess Club is back! Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, all are welcome to learn moves and strategies, and to just have fun! Children and teens in grades 2–12 are welcome to participate. (Grades 2–12; Early Literacy Center)
Starting around the age of 40, the nutrition game for women changes. Often the default thinking is “train harder, eat less” and “calories in, calories out,” but in this stage of life, we need to be mindful of supporting our bodies as they fight stress, regulate hormone function, and protect bone formation. Join Mary Bushkuhl for a discussion with a ...
Your crafting adventure begins at the library! Make and take home a pop bottle firefly that will glow in the night, or create a handprint fish puppet to tell your own stories. (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)
Story time at the library is a great opportunity for children to socialize with their peers. This program includes an interactive reading session and a simple craft. This month’s theme is Dinosaurs! (Pre-K & Families; Burns Branch Library)
Join this teen-led 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 ...
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 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)
We’ve known for centuries that the health of the brain and the body are connected. Today, science is able to provide insights into lifestyle choices that may help keep your body and brain healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement. We’ll work with some ...
Summer is the perfect time to make new friends! Come to the library Wednesday afternoons in June and spend time making fun summertime crafts, meeting new people, and planning many great adventures together. (Grades K–6; Cottonwood Room) Adventures by Date June 5: Friendship Bracelets June 12: Plant a Garden June 26: Bubble-Palooza!
Join in for an adventurous evening as we learn to create an acrylic painting of a “lighthouse on a beach.” For sipping, enjoy a refreshingly cool summer punch. Space is limited to 20 participants, so please sign up before June 4 by visiting the Pine Bluffs Branch or calling 307-245-3646. (Teens & Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) will be available throughout the day to educate taxpayers on filing accurate tax returns, to provide refund timing information, and to inform taxpayers about self-help tools as well as resources for checking refund statuses. TAS can also assist individuals and small businesses with tax issues they have not been able to resolve with the IRS. ...
