May’s Book Discussion Group read will be Jodi Picoult’s A Spark of Light, which recounts the tense standoff between hostages and the hostage taker in a women’s health clinic. The novel probes difficult questions such as balancing the rights of pregnant women and the unborn along with what it means to be a good parent. Come to the 3rd floor ...
June 1–August 15 Read for prizes in our annual Summer Reading Challenge! With ticket drawings, level prizes, completion prizes, and activities throughout the summer, there is no better time to dive in to our ocean-themed challenge. Visit LaramieCountyLibrary.org/SRC2022 to begin this year’s Summer Reading voyage. Register for a Beanstack account or sign in with your existing account to start tracking ...
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 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 ...
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: June 2: Author Spotlight: Eric Carle June 9: Storyteller Favorites June 16: A Day at the Beach June 23: Dinosaurs June 30: Oceans of Stories Featuring the Rainbow Fish
Sing, sway, laugh, and play with skilled educator Laura Sutton. (Ages 2–5; 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: June 3: The Addams Family 2 (rated PG) June 10: Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (rated PG) June 17: Wonder Park (rated PG) June 24: The LEGO® Batman Movie ...
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: June 3: The Little Mermaid (Rated G) June 10: Wonder Park (Rated PG) June 17: The BFG (Rated PG) June 24: Finding Nemo ...
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a trivia champ? Join us for Jeopardy!® Battle for prizes and bragging rights! RSVP below to receive an email with the Zoom link. (Adults; Live via Zoom) Click Here to RSVP
Start the summer off at the library with a performance from Mr. Kneel, Hip-Hop emcee extraordinaire! With beatbox and vocal percussion, Mr. Kneel can make magic and emotion! You won’t want to miss this exciting event. (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room)
Start the summer off at the library with a performance from Mr. Kneel, Hip-Hop emcee extraordinaire! With beatbox and vocal percussion, Mr. Kneel can make magic and emotion! You won’t want to miss this exciting event. (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
We’ll provide the bag, the books, and the bargain! Stop by the library’s Book Sale Room on the first floor to fill up one of our bags with items of your choice for only $5! (All Ages; Book Sale Room)
Want to have a say in teen events and services at the library? Come and join us for our ongoing Teen Advisory Board. We will discuss what we like about the library and brainstorm new ideas for additional events and services. Please RSVP for this event below to reserve your spot. (Teens; Sage Room) Click Here to RSVP
June 6–September 6 Library Hours Enjoy the creativity of hundreds of 3rd and 4th grade students from Laramie County in the annual bookmark contest! Pick up a bookmark of the winning designs at any library location. (All Ages; 2nd Floor)
Get crafty at the library every Monday! Make and take home a spring- themed craft. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Get crafty on Tuesdays! Make and take home a pom-pom baby shark . . . .doo doo doo do do do do. (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)
Join us for an interactive storytime session to promote early literacy through books, songs, puppets, crafts, and much more! (Children & Families; Burns Branch Library) Themes by week: June 7: Seasons June 14: No storytime June 21: No storytime June 28: No storytime
Chess Club is back for the summer! Whether you’re a beginner or a novice, all will be 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)
Never know what to do with your hands? Not anymore! Come spend some time making unique crafts. Snacks will be provided. (Teens; Sage Room)
Come and experience stories, stretching, and fun with a special early literacy class. This month’s theme is Summer. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Did you know that June 8th is World Oceans Day? Come join us in celebration by creating an ocean-themed craft! This event is for children and families. RSVP below to reserve a spot. (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center) Click Here to RSVP
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 below to receive an email with the Zoom link. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Live via Zoom) Click Here to RSVP
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 can sit independently without an adult and will be going into Kindergarten in the fall ...
June 10–August 21 Library Hours Curated by University of Wyoming art professor Mark Ritchie, this year’s iteration of Laramie County Library’s annual book arts exhibit features collaborative work by artists and writers from Wyoming, Wales, and around the United States. Each artist/writer pairing was challenged with creating a broadside or folio interpreting the concept and meaning of habitat. (All Ages; ...
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)
Join us for LARPing at the library. LARP (Live Action Role Playing) is a collaborative role playing game where participants will create characters, designate specific roles, create costumes, build armor and weapons out of cardboard, and make some friends along the way. This will be a series of events working on different aspects of LARPing, ending with a final campaign. ...
Celebrate Burns Day at the library with crafts, games, prizes, and cookie decorating! (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Children in grades 3–6 can join us each month as we explore a variety of STEAM topics (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) with crafts, games, experiments, and more! This month, travel back to prehistoric times as we explore marine paleontology and make our own ocean fossils out of coffee grounds! RSVP below to reserve a spot for this event. ...
Whether you’re 7 or 70, everyone is invited to this fun chess event! Each month we will get together and spend the first part of the hour exploring fun strategy and spend the rest of the time playing. (All Ages; Cottonwood Room)
Summer is here and the heat is on! Come and cool off with a water fight over at the Paul Smith Children’s Village. You will get soaked at this event, so please dress accordingly. Squirt guns, popsicles, and beverages will be provided. In the case of inclement weather, this event will be canceled. (Teens; Paul Smith Children’s Village–616 S Lions ...
Come and join fellow members of the LGBTQ+ and Allies community. We will meet to chat about LGBTQ+ related issues, work on fun crafts, and enjoy some snacks in a safe environment. This group seeks to offer understanding, support, and acceptance. All are welcome! (Teens; Sage Room)
Have you ever wanted to explore the depths of the ocean? Take the plunge and join us for a new STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activity each week to learn something about the ocean and to start your journey towards becoming an ocean explorer! (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)
Have you ever wanted to explore the depths of the ocean? Take the plunge and join us for a new STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activity each week to learn something about the ocean and to start your journey towards becoming an ocean explorer! (Grades 3–6; Early Literacy Center)
Learn the fundamentals of starting a business in Wyoming! We’ll cover business models and plans, the feasibility of business ideas, legal structure and regulations, and the reality of start-up financing. Presented in partnership with the Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). RSVP for this event below to reserve your spot. (Adults; Sunflower ...
Learn about elections in Laramie County, discover how you can assist at the polls, register to vote, see what’s on your ballot, and find resources to help you become an informed voter. Presented in partnership with the Laramie County Clerk’s Office and Cheyenne League of Women Voters. (Adults; Willow Room)
Welcome to our event specifically geared towards adults with disabilities! Join us for crafts, science, and LEGO® fun! Please bring your staff with you. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Join us all summer long as we watch an ocean-themed movie each month! June’s movie is Luca (rated PG): 13-year-old Luca Paguro finds himself in the beautiful seaside town of Portorosso on the Italian Riviera for the summer. There, he meets Albert Scorfano, and together, they spend their days eating pasta, downing gelato, and going on endless adventures. Their fun, ...
Bring your friends and enjoy the fine sunshine out on the Teen Terrace. Beverages and popsicles will be provided. In the case of inclement weather, this event will be canceled. (Teens; 2nd Floor)
Join in for an exciting discussion of Life of Pi by Yann Martel as we enjoy coffee and treats. For more information about the book, please call the Pine Bluffs Library at 307-245-3646 or visit with staff. (Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
We are bringing stories back to the park for the summer! Join us outside for a special early literacy class as we practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! This month, we will be at Lions Park across from the Cheyenne Municipal Pool and next to the replica of the Statue of Liberty. Bring a blanket or ...
Learn how to get started finding your family in the U.S. Federal Census and vital records using internet genealogy databases such as Ancestry Library and print resources in our Special Collections. (Adults; Sunflower Room)
There’s always magic when Kyle and The Party People come to town! Get ready to be wowed by an impressive and impossible magical experience. (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room)
There’s always magic when Kyle and The Party People come to town! Get ready to be wowed by an impressive and impossible magical experience. (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Seeking new experiences in the outdoors? Learn about exciting exploration opportunities in the U.S. National Forests that do not have the crowds of national parks. Local authors (and library volunteers) Scott and Tiff Sink will share their knowledge garnered by hiking in all 155 National Forests. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
This event has been canceled. Please return to the events calendar for information on other fun activities and programs! Join us for a lively discussion and a delicious potluck dinner. This month’s book selection is The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penny. Pick up your copy of the book anytime at the front desk of the Burns Branch Library! (Adults; Burns ...
This event has been canceled for Wednesday, June 22 and Thursday, June 23. Please return to our events calendar to review other early literacy classes and events for youth and families. 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 ...
Looking for a great book to read, fun with friends, and a way to meet your Summer Reading Challenge goal? Then Brown Bag Book Club is for you! We will be reading Rooftoppers by Katherine Rundell. Participants should bring a “brown bag” sack lunch and meet at the Pine Bluffs Main Street Park. Dessert and drinks provided. Please sign up ...
This event has been canceled for Wednesday, June 22. The Ocean Explorers Club (Grades 3–6) will still take place as scheduled. Please return to our events calendar to review other early literacy classes and events for youth and families. Have you ever wanted to explore the depths of the ocean? Take the plunge and join us for a new STEAM ...
We provide the chalk, you bring the creativity! We will be decorating the sidewalk in front of the library with anything and everything you can draw with chalk. (Children & Families; Burns Branch Library)
This event has been canceled for Wednesday, June 22 and Thursday, June 23. Please return to our events calendar to review other early literacy classes and events for youth and families. 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 ...
This event has been canceled for Thursday, June 23. Please return to our events calendar to review other early literacy classes and events for youth and families. 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)
Join us for a special family Tales Together as we learn more about our ocean friends. We’ll have stories, songs, crafts, and more as well as a special guest appearance from our friend Rainbow Fish! (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room)
Join fellow readers, library lovers, and book worms at the Surbrugg/Prentice Auditorium for Laramie County Library Foundation’s afternoon event celebrating some of Wyoming’s incredible authors! Craig Blumenshine will moderate a panel of Wyoming suspense writers, James Chandler, Jeff Lockwood, and C.M. Wendelboe, as they each discuss their immensely popular mystery/thriller series. Following the program, mix and mingle, sip summer drinks and ...
This event has been canceled for Sunday, June 26. The Ocean of Stories with Rainbow Fish event on Friday, June 24 will still take place as scheduled. Please return to our events calendar to review other events for youth and families. Join us for a special family Tales Together as we learn more about our ocean friends. We’ll have stories, ...
This event has been canceled. Please return to the events calendar to check out other fun events and activities for teens! Never know what to do with your hands? Not anymore! Come spend some time making unique crafts. Snacks will be provided. (Teens; Sage Room)
For our June discussion, we’ll be reading J.D. Vance’s memoir Hillbilly Elegy. This book was widely praised at the time of its 2016 publication but has since come under sharp criticism for its portrayal of Appalachia and the American working class. Come to the 3rd floor Ask Here desk to retrieve your copy of the book and join us for ...
Celebrate National Pollinator Month by joining us for Adult Craft Night! We'll be making bee houses for our native solitary pollinators like mason bees and leafcutter bees. These friendly bees are great for your garden, but don't live in hives like their honey bee cousins. Adults over 18, come ready to get creative and save the bees! RSVP for this ...
Join us for some ocean fun with a special in-person visit from the Rainbow Fish! We will read The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister along with other “fishy” stories and finish up with a bubble wrap fish craft. (Children & Families; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
