Beginning January 1, 2023, we are encouraging children ages 3–5 (and their parents/caregivers) to read Laramie County Library System’s 100 Books for Every Child as part of an ongoing Beanstack challenge! These 100 books were carefully curated by Laramie County Library System’s youth librarians who recommend that the titles are read to every child before they enter Kindergarten. After you ...

Let us introduce you to our StoryWalk® title for February: Bad Dog by Mike Boldt. We will meet in the Willow Room, but the StoryWalk® will be outside, so dress for the weather! Afterwards, we will have snacks and crafts in the Willow Room. If you can’t make it to the StoryWalk® Sunday event, the outdoor StoryWalk® is available rain ...

Mini golf in January? It may be cold outside, but this fun is inside where it is toasty and warm! Challenge your family to see who the champion is and finish off your nine holes with some tasty cocoa and marshmallows. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The last round will start at 6:50pm, so don’t wait too ...

Make and take home a heart-shaped bird feeder to show kindness to our feathered friends! (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)

Get crafty at the library! Make and take home a heart-shaped bird feeder to show kindness to our feathered friends. (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 fun and interesting activities during your trip to the library. At each hangout we will offer crafts, STEM, or improv activities. You never know what you will get, so come and see what’s happening!  (Grades 3–12; Sage Room)

This program teaches caregivers to decode verbal and behavioral communication by someone with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Participants will leave with strategies for meaningful connection with people in early, middle, and late stage dementia. Attendees can participate in person or via Zoom. Visit https://bit.ly/AlzLaramieCounty to register and receive Zoom information. (Adults; Sunflower Room or via Zoom)

In celebration of Black History Month, join us as we explore the art of Jean-Michel Basquiat and Faith Ringgold through books, art appreciation, and art projects. You can take your artwork home, or put it on display in the library! (Grades K–6; Early Literacy Center)

February 1–28 Library Hours Whether you are starting a business, helping a nonprofit, finding a new job, or exploring money management resources, Library 2 Business (L2B) can connect you with community experts and reliable resources. Go to lclsonline.org/services/l2b/ or visit the 3rd floor Ask Here desk and sign up for a free and personalized consultation with the Business Services Coordinator. ...

Come and experience stories, stretching, and fun with a special early literacy class. This month’s theme is Love and Friendship. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Cottonwood Room)

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)

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: February 2: Snowmen February 9: Space February 16: Bath and Bedtime February 23: Family

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 2023. (Ages 4–5; Sage Room)

Welcome to our program geared specifically toward adults with disabilities! Join us for crafts, science, and LEGO® fun! For February, we’ll make a sweet take-home treat and do Valentine’s Day crafts. Please bring your staff with you. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)

Are you new to town? Trying to meet new people? Join us for a casual night of “speed friending” and meet a new pal! Feel free to bring friends or join us individually. Snacks and supplies for Valentine’s–or anti-Valentine’s–cards will be provided. Reserve your spot below. (Adults; Sunflower Room) Click Here to RSVP

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: February 3: Aladdin (PG) February 10: Lady and the Tramp (G) February 17: Lyle, Lyle Crocodile (PG) February 24: The Bad Guys (PG)

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: February 3: The Bad Guys (PG) February 10: Aladdin (PG) February 17: Gnomeo and Juliet (G) February 24: Lyle, Lyle Crocodile (PG)

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: March 3: Horton Hears a Who (G) March 10: Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase (PG) March 17: Brave (PG) March 24: Nanny ...

Please join us in viewing an adaptation of Robert James Waller’s romantic novel Bridges of Madison County (rated PG-13, 2001). A photojournalist and housewife have a brief encounter that changes their lives forever. Refreshments and movie theater popcorn will be provided as you delight in the chemistry of Clint Eastwood and Meryl Streep. Discussion to follow. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)

Do you like crafts? Want to make something special for Valentine’s Day? Come join us and make a fun Valentine’s Day craft that you can keep for yourself or gift to others! (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center)

Sing, sway, laugh, and play with skilled educator Laura Sutton. (Ages 2–5; Early Literacy Center)

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. ...

Join Wyoming historian Kylie McCormick to commemorate the anniversary of women’s suffrage in our state! From Kylie’s website: “In 1869 Wyoming made history as the first U.S. territory to give women the right to vote. Fifty-one years later, the nation followed Wyoming’s lead. A fresh take on a longstanding controversy, this presentation offers critical new evidence to Wyoming’s suffrage story ...

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, learn about galaxies in outer space and make a galaxy jar to give to someone you think is out of this world! (Grades 3–6; Early Literacy Center)