Make It Monday (Burns Branch)
Make It Monday (Burns Branch)
Make and take home a craft stick Christmas tree that’s perfect for the holiday season! (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Make and take home a craft stick Christmas tree that’s perfect for the holiday season! (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Soft skills play an important role in resume writing, interviewing, coaching, and communicating with people at work and in other areas of your life. Learn how to identify and develop a variety of skills that lead to greater success in the workplace and how we can instill those skills in our children, our employees, and ourselves. Presented by Penny Fletcher ...
Join us for an interactive storytime session to promote early literacy through books, songs, puppets, crafts, and more. (Pre-K; Burns Branch Library) Themes by Week December 5: Pigs A Plenty December 10: Here Comes Santa
Join us for an interactive storytime session for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center) Storytime Themes Week of December 3: Art & Imagination Week of December 10: Pigs A Plenty Week of December 17: Here Comes Santa! Week of December 24: No ...
This storytime is designed for older preschool children to practice sitting, listening, following directions, and interacting with others their age in a group setting without their caregivers. (Ages 3–5; Sage Room) Storytime Themes Week of December 3: Art & Imagination Week of December 10: Pigs A Plenty Week of December 17: Here Comes Santa! Week of December 24: No Storytime ...
What could be better than Italian food accompanied by live music? A strings concert featuring Mia Sutphin (violin), Megan Weidler (cello), Ruth Potter (violin), along with Lori Wagner (violin) of Bella Music Academy will be held at Napoli’s Italian Restaurant on the corner of Central and 19th streets. A purchase of food and drink is suggested, but not required to ...
Bring a potluck dish to share and enjoy the movie The Reading Room (rated PG). Fulfilling his beloved wife’s dying wish, William Campbell restores an abandoned building they own into a reading room for a depressed community notorious for its ineffectual high school and street gangs. Against all odds, he’s determined to give them a sense of self-respect. (Adults; Pine ...
This event has been cancelled Delve into Ernest Hemingway’s life of adventure, complexity, and intrigue with a presentation by Dr. Caskey Russell. The University of Wyoming professor will lecture on the biographical history of the famous author before discussing the diverse stories presented in this year’s One Book Wyoming selection, In Our Time, with a fellow Hemingway expert. Join the ...
Join us for an interactive storytime session designed to practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Pre-K; Pine Bluffs Branch Library) Themes by Week December 5: Pigs A Plenty December 12: Art & Imagination December 19: Here Comes Santa December 26: No Storytime This Week
Fall Pokémon League continues! The Cosmic Eclipse expansion has arrived, so let’s discuss new battle strategies. Then, join us for the Stadium Tourney where you could win booster packs or other Pokémon swag at the end of the month! (Grades 7–12; Teen Lounge) Pokémon League: December 5, 12, 19 Stadium Tourney: December 26
Book club will meet for three meetings during the months of November and December. Participants can bring a “brown bag” meal and desserts and drinks will be provided. We will be reading Book Scavenger. Quick book description: Twelve-year-old Emily moves to San Francisco and teams up with new friend James to follow clues in a strange book they find, hoping ...
Ready to retire but don’t want to quit working altogether? Need a flexible “side-gig” to occupy some of your time? Come and chat with like-minded boomers and discover your next adventure. Drop in to enjoy a light morning snack and walk through an easy exercise that can help you decide whether self-employment or part-time work will meet your needs. Presented ...
Join us for a short storytime session 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)
Spend your Friday afternoons at the library to watch a matinee. Each week will feature a different movie. Bring a favorite snack and enjoy the show! (Children & Families; Burns Branch Library) Movies by Week December 6: Mickey’s Christmas Carol (rated G) December 13: Toy Story 4 (rated G) December 20: No Movie This Week December 27: The Lion King ...
Come to the library on Friday afternoons to watch a variety of family-friendly films. We’ll watch a different movie each week. Feel free to bring your favorite snacks to enjoy as you watch! (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library) Movies by Week December 6: Merry Madagascar (rated NR) December 13: Mickey’s Christmas Carol (rated G) December 20: Arthur Christmas ...
If you're a fan of video game competition, modding, and restoring old hardware, then this is the perfect club for you! Check our activity schedule at the teen desk to see what we're doing this month. (Grades 7–12; Sage Room)
Have you ever wondered what happens at the library when it’s closed? We will share our secret world with your stuffed animal friends at our Stuffed Animal Sleepover! When you bring your friend to stay the night you will need to sign a permission slip, then you and your friend can listen to a bedtime book and say good night. ...
Did you bring your special friend to spend the night at the library? If so, you’re invited to a special storytime to see all the great things that your stuffed animal got to do! (Pre-K–Grade 6; Early Literacy Center)
Seniors and veterans are invited to enjoy refreshments and free activities. December 9 is all about “Remembering the Holidays” and on December 23, there will be a showing of the movie Coat of Many Colors (not rated), Dolly Parton’s true story of the simple gift that changed her life forever. (Adults; Burns Branch Library)
Are you new to nonprofit proposal writing or want a quick refresher? This class will provide you with an overview of how to write standard project proposals to a foundation. It will include the basic elements of a proposal, the “dos” and “don’ts” of writing and submitting a proposal, and how to follow up whether the answer is yes or ...
Come and experience stories, stretching, and fun with a special early literacy class. This month’s theme is Winter Holiday. (Ages 18 Months–5 Years; Cottonwood Room)
Do you find yourself scrambling to prepare for tax season? Have you been late filing your taxes in the past? This workshop will help you understand the documents you need to gather for tax season and build your confidence for a meeting with a tax preparer. The Taxpayer Advocate Service will also be available to answer questions regarding IRS tax ...
Ladies, need a break? This event is for you! Get festive as you create different ornaments, including a marbled ball ornament, a twig and raffia star, and a cinnamon stick Christmas tree. (Adults; Burns Branch Library)
Pros from the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) will be available to answer questions about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The workshop will include information on completing the application and understanding the deadlines. The EOC pros will explain where the application goes, who sees it, and how it is used. Corrections and verifications will also be reviewed. ...
You and your baby can engage in musical activities at this unique session designed for caregivers and babies. (Ages Birth – 24 Months; Early Literacy Center)
Join us this month for an informal discussion of the book, The Tattooist of Auschwitz. This beautiful, illuminating tale of hope and courage is based on a true story, and is an unforgettable love story in the midst of atrocity. Stop by the Pine Bluffs Branch to pick up your copy of the book. For more information about the book, ...
Sing, sway, laugh, and play with skilled educator Laura Sutton. (Ages 2 – 5; Early Literacy Center)
Join us for an hour of afternoon fun as we celebrate the holiday season with crafts, games, and some delicious refreshments for you to enjoy. Bring a friend! (Grades K–6; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Join us for a relaxing evening as we discuss The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson. Bring a dish to share for that evening’s potluck. For more information about the book, call the library, or visit with staff. (Adults; Burns Branch Library
Welcome to our holiday program specifically geared for adults with disabilities. Our program meets consistently on the third Wednesday of the month. Join us to make a holiday candle holder, participate in a science experiment, and build LEGOs©! Please bring you staff with you. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
What is a foodament you ask? Well, it’s an ornament made out of . . . FOOD! Grab the gang and come in out of the cold to make some great holiday ornaments you can eat! (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center)
In the mood for a classic? Will George Bailey lasso the moon for Mary? Will Clarence Oddbody get his wings? Sip hot cocoa, enjoy popcorn, and experience It’s a Wonderful Life (rated PG) all over again! (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Help celebrate the season with holiday traditions from around the world! Have fun with crafts, games, and music from Mexico to Germany, United States to Africa, and places in between. (Children & Families; Burns Branch Library)
Got a book you’re just dying to . . . give away? But, then you would be in need of another book? Well, we have a solution for you! Bring a book (in good condition) for our first-ever Family Book Swap! Wrap it up in special paper, come on in and have some hot cocoa and pie, and pick out ...
Winter break is going strong and so are we! Come on in for our Winter Movie Double Feature. Start off your day with popcorn and a showing of Abominable (rated PG) at 10:15am. Bring a lunch or grab something from the Library Café and stay for our throwback showing of The Mighty Ducks (rated PG) starting at 1pm. (Children & ...
Come hang with us over break! We’re learning how to arm-knit a stylish infinity scarf while we watch a great Netflix series. See you there! (Grades 7–12; Sage Room)
5 . . . 4 . . . 3 . . . 2 . . . 1! We are celebrating the New Year at our annual New Year’s at Noon event! We will have crafts, snacks, and games a-plenty leading up to a fantastic balloon drop! (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room and 2nd Floor)
Everyone loves New Year’s, except for those who can be overwhelmed by loud sounds and popping balloons. We’ll provide a safe sound environment for children who want to participate in a fun “drop” without the overload it can create for those with sensory sensitivities! Instead of balloons, we will be dropping shiny crepe paper pieces and bubbles. (Children & Families; ...
Join us for all the Pokémon excitement of 2020! What do you want to accomplish as a trainer this year? Let’s battle hard, have fun, and reach our goals together. (Grades 7–12; Teen Lounge) Pokémon League: January 2, 9, 16, 23 Swiss Tourney: January 30
We are going to have fun with LEGO® bricks all day! Challenge yourself and have a little fun with others who are wild about LEGO®! (Children & Families; 2nd Floor)
Spend your Friday afternoons at the library to watch a matinee. Each week will feature a different movie. Bring a favorite snack and enjoy the show! (Children & Families; Burns Branch Library) Movies by Week January 3: Smallfoot (rated PG) January 10: Dog Town (rated NR) January 17: Coco (rated PG) January 24: Big Hero 6 (rated PG) January 31: ...
Come to the library on Friday afternoons to watch a variety of family-friendly films. We’ll watch a different movie each week. Feel free to bring your favorite snacks to enjoy as you watch! (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library) Movies by Week January 3: Aladdin (rated PG) January 10: Toy Story 4 (rated G) January 17: Missing Link (rated ...
Join us for Gamers Unite on Fridays for video game co-op, competition, and modding side quests! Cap off your school week having digital fun with friends! (Grades 7–12; Sage Room)