September 26–October 1 Library Hours Banned Books week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. During this week, we will be highlighting historically banned and challenged books. Try out our Blind Date with a Book! Fill out the “rate your date” card and be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble gift card. (Teens & Adults; ...
September 27–October 1 Library Hours Banned Books week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. During this week, we will be highlighting historically banned and challenged books. Try out our Blind Date with a Book! Fill out the “rate your date” card and be entered into a drawing for a Barnes & Noble gift card. (Teens & Adults; ...
Did you know that Cheyenne was home to one of America’s most important research centers for trees and plants? Hear about this and more cool facts as local author and Children’s Village Horticulturist, Jessica Friis, discusses her book High Plains Arboretum, written in collaboration with Friends of the Cheyenne Botanical Garden. Copies of High Plains Arboretum will be available to ...
Transition from summer to fall and join us for a September book group discussion of Meet Me at the Museum by Anne Youngson. This novel’s story unfolds through a series of letters written between two strangers who’ve bonded over their mutual obsession with the life and death of Tollund Man, one of Denmark’s famous bog bodies. Visit the library’s 3rd ...
October 1–31 Welcome to our second annual House Cup reading challenge in Beanstack! Will Gryffindor be able to defend their title or will they be knocked off of the pedestal? Join us to see if Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, or Slytherin can defeat Gryffindor and claim the House Cup! Recruit your housemates and sign up beginning October 1st to start logging minutes ...
We’re taking storytime to the museum! Head on over to the Wyoming State Museum for their Family Day to participate in one of our early literacy storytimes and other fun activities. Visit the Wyoming State Museum’s website at wyomuseum.wyo.gov to register for the event. This month’s Family Day theme is Creepy Crawly Critters! (Children & Families; Wyoming State Museum–2301 Central ...
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. ...
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 all that it offers and brainstorm new ideas for additional events and services. (Teens; Sage Room) Click Here to RSVP
This class will help you get started with genealogical research both on the internet and in print resources to find your Hispanic ancestors in the U.S., Mexico, and Central and South America. (Adults; Sunflower Room)
On Monday mornings, we invite you to come play with us! Each week we will feature a different playscape in the Early Literacy Center, along with suggestions of how to engage your child in guided play. (Ages 18 months–5 Years; Early Literacy Center) Guided Play Themes: October 3: Block Party October 17: Gross Motor Fun October 24: Big Art October ...
Get crafty at the library every Monday! Make and take home a ghostly pop to get you in a spooky mood for October. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Come listen to C.J. Box as he reads excerpts from and answers questions about his newest Cassie Dewell novel, Treasure State. Barnes & Noble will have a limited number of books available to purchase in the Willow Room before and during the event. Box will sign books in the Cottonwood Room after his talk. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Get crafty at the library! Make and take home craft stick candy corn to get you in a spooky mood for October. (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) Early Literacy Class Themes Week of October 4: Dinosaurs Week of October 11: Wiggle & Giggle Week of October 18: Barrel Full of Monkeys Week of October ...
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: October 4: Aaargh Pirates! October 11: Forest Friends
Ever wonder how the illustrators make the beautiful pictures you see in books? Join us to get a peek into how some of your favorite book illustrators make their art! This month, we will focus on Peter Reynolds. Wear play clothes as it could get messy! (Grades K–2; 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 2023. (Ages 4–5; Sage Room)
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 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: October 6: Aaargh! Pirates October 13: Forest Friends October 20: Dinosaurs October 27: Silly, Spooky Stories
Come and join fellow members of the LBGTQ+ 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)
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)
Mark your calendar to come join us at 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: October 7: Coraline (rated PG) October 14: Monster Family (rated PG) October 21: Happy Halloween Scooby Doo (not rated) October 28: The ...
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: October 7: Box Trolls (rated PG) October 14: How to Train Your Dragon (rated PG) October 21: Enchanted (rated PG) October 28: Coraline ...
Mark your calendar for a fun Friday as we take in Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948, Not Rated). Hi-jinks ensue as the Wolf Man tries to warn a dimwitted porter (Costello) that Dracula wants his brain for the Frankenstein monster’s body. Enjoy free popcorn and a discussion afterward. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Do you consider yourself an expert in all things cinema? Maybe you just like watching movies? If either apply to you come and join us for Cinemaniacs! For the month of October, we will be watching some spooky, scary, animated films and discussing the process of making movies and the film industry at large. *Please note: this event requires a ...
“The force will be with you, always!” Especially today as we celebrate Star Wars Reads Day! Everyone is invited to participate as we host members of the 501st Mountain Region Garrison, study the way of the Jedi, and participate in a costume contest that is more stylish than the wardrobes of the senate! (Children & Families; 2nd Floor)
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 is all about spooky, scary spiders. Spiders are spin-artists, and there are a variety of spiders that spin a variety of webs. Become a spin-artist yourself and recreate the web ...
C-O-W-B-O-Y-S! Cowboys, Cowboys, Cowboys! Prepare your best University of Wyoming football cheer, don your brown and gold, and get ready for game day at the library! Join fellow fans to watch the game as the Wyoming Cowboys take on the New Mexico Lobos. Bring your comfy camping chairs–we’ll provide tailgate-style refreshments and door prizes. (Adults & Teens; Cottonwood Room)
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. (Grades Pre-K–2; Early Literacy Center)
This event has been canceled. Please return to the events calendar to review other fun events! 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; Cottonwood Room)
Create a disaster-piece! Get really creative with an array of materials and enter your creation in the bad art exhibition for some unconstructive criticism and guffaws. Your worst bad art could win the tacky trophy and bragging rights. Please register at the Pine Bluffs Branch Library or by clicking the link below by October 8th as space is limited. (Adults ...
Come and experience stories, stretching, and fun with a special early literacy class. This month’s theme is Fall/Autumn. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Grab your cards, grab your friends, and join us for Pokémon Jr.! We will be playing the fun and exciting Pokémon Trading Card Game or PTCG! (Grades K–8; 2nd Floor)
If you’re excited for pumpkin spice everything, this month’s Adult Craft Night will not disappoint! Join us for a fun and easy paint-along accompanied by a chai and cider bar to spice things up even more. RSVP for the October 12th session below (there is also a session on October 26. Please sign up for only one session) and be ...
Book club will meet twice during the month of October. We will chat about the book, do some crazy activities, and enjoy a delicious treat! Participants can bring a “brown bag” meal and drinks will be provided. We will be reading Book Scavenger by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman (who will be visiting Laramie County Library in November to lead a Young ...
Singer-songwriters Julie and John Pennell will perform from their album Keep on Walkin’ as well as material from a variety of musical styles. John’s songs have been recorded by major artists including Alison Krauss & Union Station, Sam Bush, and Alan Jackson, and they are both award-winning songwriters. Their instruments include guitar, bass, piano, trumpet, banjo, mandolin, and dulcimer. Don’t ...
Do you consider yourself an expert in all things cinema? Maybe you just like watching movies? If either apply to you come and join us for Cinemaniacs! For the month of October, we will be watching some spooky, scary, animated films and discussing the process of making movies and the film industry at large. *Please note: this event requires a ...
Grab family and friends and join us for this very special Crafty Family Challenge. We will be hosting Wyoming artist Georgia Rowswell and together we will be constructing beautiful fabric rings that will be used as an interactive art piece! This is a drop-in event so stay as long as you want. We are all excited to be a part ...
Join us for a free songwriting workshop taught by two of the best in the business! Julie and John Pennell’s workshop will have two parts. First, they’ll examine the musical and lyrical components of a song (including melody, harmony, rhythm, and form), play examples, and talk about their musical influences. Second, each participant will sing and play one of their ...
Join us for an exciting discussion of Born a Crime by Trevor Noah as we enjoy coffee and treats. For more information about the book, please call the Pine Bluffs Branch Library at 307-245-3646 or visit with staff. (Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Explore light and dark, shadow and movement with us. Build your own shadow puppets from paper to experiment and play with. (Grades K–2; Early Literacy Center)
Join us for a relaxing evening as we discuss The Girl on The Train by Paula Hawkins. Bring your copy of the book and a dish to share for our potluck. For more information about the book, call the library at 307-547-2249 or visit with staff. (Adults; Burns Branch Library)
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). (Adults; Sunflower Room)
Hey tweens! Join your friends at the Pine Bluffs Branch Library to make a caramel apple. Stay for a few rounds of BINGO and a chance to win some ghoulish prizes. (Grades 4–6; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
October 20–November 30 Library Hours Enjoy painting, photography, sculpture, and more by artists age 60+ at the 23rd Annual ArtFest! Art will be for sale, so if you see a piece you like, call 307-635-2435 to arrange a purchase. Presented by Laramie County Senior Services. (All Ages; 1st Floor)
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)
5:30 p.m.—Reception and Silent Auction 6:30 p.m.—Dinner, Live Auction and Dessert Dash 8:00 p.m.—Kathleen O’Neal Gear & W. Michael Gear Kathleen O’Neal Gear & W. Michael Gear are New York Times bestselling authors and nationally award-winning archaeologists with 18 million copies of their works printed worldwide. They have published 84 novels and over 200 non-fiction articles in the fields of archaeology, history, ...
Join Maestro Intrilligator and guest pianist Sara Buechner for an informal and entertaining discussion including musical insights about the concert on October 22. Patrons may attend the event in the Cottonwood Room or view the livestream, on the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra’s Facebook page. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Do you consider yourself an expert in all things cinema? Maybe you just like watching movies? If either apply to you come and join us for Cinemaniacs! For the month of October, we will be watching some spooky, scary, animated films and discussing the process of making movies and the film industry at large. *Please note: this event requires a ...
Meet your favorite local authors or find a new one! Authors from around the region will gather in the library to sell and sign books. To reserve a space, authors must register at https://lclsonline.org/local-author-celebration/ starting Monday, September 12. (All Ages; Cottonwood Room & Gallery)
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
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; Cottonwood Room)
For October, we will be reading C.J. Box’s standalone novel Blue Heaven, a psychological thriller set in the rugged landscape of northern Idaho. Two children stumble upon an execution in the woods and are relentlessly pursued by four former L.A.P.D officers who’ve not only been assigned to track down the missing runaways, but are also the perpetrators of the murder. ...
If you’re excited for pumpkin spice everything, this month’s Adult Craft Night will not disappoint! Join us for a fun and easy paint-along accompanied by a chai and cider bar to spice things up even more. RSVP for the October 26th session below (there is also a session on October 12. Please sign up for only one session) and be ...
Welcome to our event specifically geared towards adults with disabilities! Join us this October for a spooctacularly fun Halloween party with erupting pumpkins, pumpkin pie slime, candy corn marshmallows, and other treats. Costumes are encouraged! Please bring your staff with you. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)
Join us at the Burns Branch Library for our Monster Mash! We will have crafts, games, and lots of fun! We will also be providing some spooky snacks! Costumes are encouraged! (Children and Families; Burns Branch Library)
Registration for this event is FULL. Please visit lclsonline.org/halloweenevents/ to check out other fun Halloween events at the library. This spooky escape room is perfect for grades K–2! You’re not going to want to miss this challenging opportunity to break out of the haunted room and escape the things that go bump in the night! Sign up for a slot ...
Join us at the Pine Bluffs Branch Library for a spooky hour filled with Halloween crafts, games, Scooby Doo photo booth, and refreshments. For even more fun, come to the party in costume! (Grades K–5; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Book club will meet twice during the month of October. We will chat about the book, do some crazy activities, and enjoy a delicious treat! Participants can bring a “brown bag” meal and drinks will be provided. We will be reading Book Scavenger by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman (who will be visiting Laramie County Library in November to lead a Young ...
School is out so join us for a fun family storytime! We will have stories, songs, rhymes, and a fun pumpkin craft. (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center)
School is out and ghouls are out! Something spooky is happening at the library . . . drop in for a frighteningly good time. Bring your friends or come alone if you dare! Last group will be admitted at 7:45pm. This event is for children in grades 3 to 6 and their families. (Grades 3–6 & Families; Cottonwood Room)
School is out and the ghouls are out! Something spooky is happening at the library . . .drop in for a frighteningly good time. Bring your friends or come alone if you dare! Last group will be admitted at 7:45pm. This event is for teens in grades 7 to 12. (Teens; Cottonwood Room)
