June 2021
Take It and Make It Mondays
Get crafty on Mondays! Visit the Burns Branch Library to pick up a craft packet to take home and create an animal soda pop planter, seeds included! (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Find out more »Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive Early Literacy Class we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP for this class above and receive an email with a Zoom link for the live event. Each week, we will offer three chances to participate in an Early Literacy Class! A virtual class on Tuesday at 10am, a virtual class on Thursday at 10am, and pre-recorded sessions posted throughout the summer…
Find out more »ImPAWsible I Spy Book Celebrity Pets
June 1–30 Library Hours Can you find Harry the Dirty Dog, Pete the Cat, or Clifford? What about the Cat in the Hat or Bad Kitty? Visit the Pine Bluffs Branch Library’s I Spy display and try your hand at spying some of our favorite famous literary pets. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »National Selfie Day
On average, 93 million selfies are taken per day–why not take one at the Pine Bluffs Branch Library? We are celebrating National Selfie Day with books and book selfie stations! Pose with Harry Potter (capes and wands provided) or post a pic on our Tome Throne. Summer Reading scavenger hunters: don’t forget to send your scavenging selfies to the library at pbab@lclsonline.org (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »Virtual Book Art Club (RSVP Required)
Love books? Love art? Then join us for a fun workshop making book art! All summer long, we will be exploring all the fun ways to make beautiful art from books! Stop in starting on June 7 for a supply kit for the month-long club. Can’t make it to all the meetings? That’s ok! Join any time. RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Grades K–6; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Virtual Next Level Gaming (RSVP Required)
Been itching for some Minecraft, Jackbox, or Twitch Plays: Pokémon? Join our Next Level community and help decide what we play together next. Don’t have a Discord account yet? No problem! Laramie County Library is now offering 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. You will receive the Discord invite link and information needed to create an account when you…
Find out more »Choose Your Own Adventure Readaloud Book Club (RSVP Required)
Calling all adventurers! Join us outdoors this summer for our club in Performance Park just outside the west entrance of the library! Every week we will be reading and choosing our own adventure together! No need to read the book ahead of time. We will also make crafts, chat about what books we are reading, and do other fun things! Sign up now as spots are limited. This event is for children in grades K–3. Masks and social distancing are…
Find out more »Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive Early Literacy Class we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP for this class above and receive an email with a Zoom link for the live event. Each week, we will offer three chances to participate in an Early Literacy Class! A virtual class on Tuesday at 10am, a virtual class on Thursday at 10am, and pre-recorded sessions posted throughout the summer…
Find out more »Virtual Listen to Your Art (RSVP Required)
Want to express yourself? Join our art club just for teens! Pick up your art supplies kit at the Burns or Pine Bluffs Branch Library and then meet with us virtually as we show you how to create melted crayon art worthy of display on your wall. RSVP for this event above to receive an email with the Zoom link. (Teens; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Brown Bag Book Club (RSVP Required)
Brown Bag Book Club will meet twice during the month of June in the Performance Park just outside the west entrance of the library. Masks and social distancing are strongly encouraged. We will review the first half of the book on the 10th and the second half of the book on the 24th. Participants can bring their “sack lunch” and we will provide the drinks and desserts, along with a fun activity! This month, we will be reading The Wizard…
Find out more »Virtual Taxpayer Advocate Service Overview (RSVP Required)
Learn more about the Wyoming Taxpayer Advocate Service office and the free services they offer. This presentation will highlight their role and what they are doing to improve public engagement with the IRS. RSVP for the event above to receive an email with the Zoom link. (Adults; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Yoga Together at Lions Park
We’re doing Yoga Together in the park! This summer, we will be meeting once a month in-person for this interactive Early Literacy Class where we will practice stretching, movement, and mindfulness through books, songs, interactive play, 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. Yoga mats will be available for this event, but make sure to bring your water and put on…
Find out more »Virtual Teen Dungeons & Dragons (RSVP Required)
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 is now offering 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. You will receive the Discord invite link and information needed to create an account when you RSVP for…
Find out more »Narratives of the Possible: Artists’ Books
June 10–August 10 Library Hours University of Wyoming art professor and artist Mark Ritchie curated this annual invitational exhibit featuring renowned artists from Wyoming, across the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, France, and the United Kingdom. Pieces include traditional codex forms, sculptural forms incorporating bookmaking techniques, narrative on film strips, and more. (All Ages; All Floors)
Find out more »Believe the imPAWsible! Bookmark Contest Exhibit
June 1–September 7 Library Hours Enjoy the creativity of hundreds of 3rd and 4th grade students from throughout Laramie County in the annual bookmark contest! Pick up a bookmark of the winning designs at any library location. (All Ages; All Branches)
Find out more »Virtual Safari Club (RSVP Required)
It’s time to explore the imPAWsible animals of our world! Join our companion club to Oliver’s Animal Adventures as we learn more about the amazing animal featured each week! This session, learn all about the Lynx and what makes this cat so special! RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Grades Pre-K–2; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Summer Reading Challenge 2021: Believe the imPAWsible!
Read for prizes in our annual Summer Reading Challenge! With ticket drawings, completion prizes, and events throughout the summer, it is sure to be a doggone good time! Visit LaramieCountyLibrary.org/summer-reading-challenge-2021 to begin this year’s Summer Reading adventure by registering for a Beanstack account or signing in with your existing account. Track your reading progress in Beanstack until you reach the final goal of 1200 minutes for the summer, then head to your local library in Cheyenne, Burns, Pine Bluffs, or…
Find out more »Summer Soiree: From Pen to Print
Join fellow readers, library lovers, and book worms at The Office Bar and Grill for Laramie County Library Foundation’s afternoon event celebrating some of Wyoming’s incredible authors! Enjoy appetizers, desserts, and summer drinks while listening to four Wyoming authors discuss their writing and publishing process, sharing how their amazing works make it from pen to print. Bring your favorite books or purchase new ones to be signed by our local authors at the end of the event. Tickets are $50…
Find out more »Virtual Magic Club
New Videos Mondays: June 14, 21, 28 Come learn simple tricks and illusions with Your Magic Library. Each week, we will have entertaining step-by-step instructions on magic and stage performance, which helps to develop physical and social skills in learners of all ages. Materials for each video will be available on the 2nd floor or using the library’s curbside pick-up service. Visit https://lclsonline.org/virtual-magic-club/ any time throughout the week to watch these magic videos! This club is great for grades 3–6.…
Find out more »Virtual Oliver’s Animal Adventures
Join Oliver as he explores the fantastic world of new animals. This is a five week series from June 21st through the month of July. Stop by the 2nd floor or use the library’s curbside pick-up service to pick up a fun, interactive puppet activity each week. Visit https://lclsonline.org/virtual-olivers-animal-adventures/ any time throughout the week to watch these fun videos! (Grades Pre-K–2; Library Website)
Find out more »Postcards from Tales Together: Pre-Recorded Early Literacy Class
Mondays: June 7, 14, 21, 28 10–10:30am *can be watched at any time throughout the summer Experience special pre-recorded sessions of Tales Together that explore different places throughout Laramie County! A new session teaching skills that incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement and more will be posted each Monday morning. These special pre-recorded classes will only be available to watch through the summer, so don’t delay in exploring our community with us . . . virtually! Click here to participate: https://lclsonline.org/early-literacy-programming/…
Find out more »Take It and Make It Mondays
Get crafty on Mondays! Visit the Burns Branch Library to pick up a craft packet to take home and create an animal soda pop planter, seeds included! (All Ages; Burns Branch Library)
Find out more »Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive Early Literacy Class we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP for this class above and receive an email with a Zoom link for the live event. Each week, we will offer three chances to participate in an Early Literacy Class! A virtual class on Tuesday at 10am, a virtual class on Thursday at 10am, and pre-recorded sessions posted throughout the summer…
Find out more »ImPAWsible I Spy Book Celebrity Pets
June 1–30 Library Hours Can you find Harry the Dirty Dog, Pete the Cat, or Clifford? What about the Cat in the Hat or Bad Kitty? Visit the Pine Bluffs Branch Library’s I Spy display and try your hand at spying some of our favorite famous literary pets. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »Virtual Book Discussion Group (RSVP Required)
Get the jump on Summer Reading by participating in June’s Virtual Book Discussion Group! This month’s read is Atonement by Ian McEwan. RSVP for the event above to receive an email with the Zoom link and come to the 3rd floor Ask Here desk to sign out a copy of the book. (Adults; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Virtual Book Art Club (RSVP Required)
Love books? Love art? Then join us for a fun workshop making book art! All summer long, we will be exploring all the fun ways to make beautiful art from books! Stop in starting on June 7 for a supply kit for the month-long club. Can’t make it to all the meetings? That’s ok! Join any time. RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Grades K–6; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Virtual Café Anime (RSVP Required)
Connect with us on Discord to watch popular anime episodes and discuss them in the chat. Our Café community is growing and so are the activities. Don’t have a Discord account yet? No problem! Laramie County Library is now offering 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. You will receive the Discord invite link and information needed to create an…
Find out more »Choose Your Own Adventure Readaloud Book Club (RSVP Required)
Calling all adventurers! Join us outdoors this summer for our club in Performance Park just outside the west entrance of the library! Every week we will be reading and choosing our own adventure together! No need to read the book ahead of time. We will also make crafts, chat about what books we are reading, and do other fun things! Sign up now as spots are limited. This event is for children in grades K–3. Masks and social distancing are…
Find out more »July 2021
Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive Early Literacy Class we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP for this class above and receive an email with a Zoom link for the live event. Each week, we will offer three chances to participate in an Early Literacy Class! A virtual class on Tuesday at 10am, a virtual class on Thursday at 10am, and pre-recorded sessions posted throughout the summer…
Find out more »Harry Potter Prize Punch (Pine Bluffs)
July 1–29 Library Hours July is Harry Potter’s birthday and we will be celebrating all month long, but you get the gift! Take a chance on winning prizes from Hedwig, which includes tickets into our Amazon gift card raffle. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »Sidewalk Chalk-A-Palooza
Enjoy the outdoors while you get moving and grooving with our giant sidewalk chalk obstacle course and hopscotch game. You can also choose a sidewalk square and create your own amazing drawings and games. We will provide the chalk; you bring the fun and excitement! (Children & Families; Burns Branch Library)
Find out more »Narratives of the Possible: Artists’ Books
June 10–August 10 Library Hours University of Wyoming art professor and artist Mark Ritchie curated this annual invitational exhibit featuring renowned artists from Wyoming, across the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, France, and the United Kingdom. Pieces include traditional codex forms, sculptural forms incorporating bookmaking techniques, narrative on film strips, and more. (All Ages; All Floors)
Find out more »Believe the imPAWsible! Bookmark Contest Exhibit
June 1–September 7 Library Hours Enjoy the creativity of hundreds of 3rd and 4th grade students from throughout Laramie County in the annual bookmark contest! Pick up a bookmark of the winning designs at any library location. (All Ages; All Branches)
Find out more »Virtual Teen Dungeons & Dragons (RSVP Required)
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 is now offering 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. You will receive the Discord invite link and information needed to create an account when you RSVP for…
Find out more »Virtual Safari Club (RSVP Required)
It’s time to explore the imPAWsible animals of our world! Join our companion club to Oliver’s Animal Adventures as we learn more about the amazing animal featured each week! Learn about amazing animals such as kinkajous, pythons, guinea pigs, and tortoises. RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Grades Pre-K–2; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »CLOSURE
Laramie County Library System and the Library Café will be closed all day on the following holidays (unless otherwise noted) Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents’ Day Easter Memorial Day Independence Day Cheyenne Day Labor Day Veterans Day Eve of Thanksgiving (library closes at 6 pm, Café closes at 5 pm) Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Day of Christmas Parade (library closes at 4 pm, Café closes at 6 pm) Christmas Eve Christmas Day New Year’s Eve (library closes at…
Find out more »CLOSURE
Laramie County Library System and the Library Café will be closed all day on the following holidays (unless otherwise noted) Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents’ Day Easter Memorial Day Independence Day Cheyenne Day Labor Day Veterans Day Eve of Thanksgiving (library closes at 6 pm, Café closes at 5 pm) Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Day of Christmas Parade (library closes at 4 pm, Café closes at 6 pm) Christmas Eve Christmas Day New Year’s Eve (library closes at…
Find out more »Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive Early Literacy Class we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP for this class above and receive an email with a Zoom link for the live event. Each week, we will offer three chances to participate in an Early Literacy Class! A virtual class on Tuesday at 10am, a virtual class on Thursday at 10am, and pre-recorded sessions posted throughout the summer…
Find out more »Wyoming Animals Virtual Field Trip (RSVP Required)
Join in this virtual field trip with presenter Jeremy Thornbrugh of the Wyoming State Museum as he gets you moving, making noise, and learning about some of the coolest animals that call Wyoming home. RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Children & Families; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Virtual Book Art Club (RSVP Required)
Love books? Love art? Then join us for a fun workshop making book art! All summer long, we will be exploring all the fun ways to make beautiful art from books! Stop in for a supply kit for the month-long club. Can’t make it to all the meetings? That’s ok! Join any time. RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Grades K–6; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Virtual Café Anime (RSVP Required)
Connect with us on Discord to watch popular anime episodes and discuss them in the chat. Our Café community is growing and so are the activities. Join us for your anime fix this summer! Don’t have a Discord account yet? No problem! Laramie County Library is now offering 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. You will receive the Discord…
Find out more »Choose Your Own Adventure Readaloud Book Club (RSVP Required)
Calling all adventurers! Join us outdoors this summer for our club in Performance Park just outside the west entrance of the library! Every week we will be reading and choosing our own adventure together! No need to read the book ahead of time. We will also make crafts, chat about what books we are reading, and do other fun things! Sign up now as spots are limited. This event is for children in grades K–3. Masks and social distancing are…
Find out more »Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive Early Literacy Class we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP for this class above and receive an email with a Zoom link for the live event. Each week, we will offer three chances to participate in an Early Literacy Class! A virtual class on Tuesday at 10am, a virtual class on Thursday at 10am, and pre-recorded sessions posted throughout the summer…
Find out more »Harry Potter Prize Punch (Pine Bluffs)
July 1–29 Library Hours July is Harry Potter’s birthday and we will be celebrating all month long, but you get the gift! Take a chance on winning prizes from Hedwig, which includes tickets into our Amazon gift card raffle. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »Woodland Tails Origami Bookmark Craft
Come by the Pine Bluffs Branch Library and pick up the supplies you’ll need to make origami woodland creature bookmarks, then watch the how-to video for easy-to-follow tips to make a raccoon, owl, bear, fox, and skunk. (Ages 5 and Up; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »Brown Bag Book Club (RSVP Required)
Brown Bag Book Club will meet twice during the month of July in the Performance Park just outside the west entrance of the library. Masks and social distancing are strongly encouraged. We will review the first half of the book on the 8th and the second half of the book on the 22nd. Participants can bring their “sack lunch” and we will provide the drinks and desserts, along with a fun activity! This month, we will be reading The Strangers…
Find out more »Outdoor Escape Room–The Enigmatic Entrance (RSVP Required)
Follow the clues to unlock the secret of the Enigmatic Entrance. Gather your family and friends and put your heads together to solve this puzzle. Groups will have 45 minutes to solve this outdoor escape room located at the west entrance of the library. Please call and ask to speak with someone on the 2nd floor to reserve a spot. Groups will be capped at 5 people. Space is limited, so be sure to call ASAP. (Tweens & Families; Performance…
Find out more »Tales Together at Cahill Park
Join us for a very special Tales Together in the park! This summer, we will be meeting in-person for this interactive Early Literacy Class where we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! This month we will be at Cahill Park next to the playground. Bring a blanket or chairs and get ready for some fun! Masks and social distancing are strongly recommended. (Ages 18 Months–5 Years & Families; Cahill Park)
Find out more »Narratives of the Possible: Artists’ Books
June 10–August 10 Library Hours University of Wyoming art professor and artist Mark Ritchie curated this annual invitational exhibit featuring renowned artists from Wyoming, across the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, France, and the United Kingdom. Pieces include traditional codex forms, sculptural forms incorporating bookmaking techniques, narrative on film strips, and more. (All Ages; All Floors)
Find out more »Believe the imPAWsible! Bookmark Contest Exhibit
June 1–September 7 Library Hours Enjoy the creativity of hundreds of 3rd and 4th grade students from throughout Laramie County in the annual bookmark contest! Pick up a bookmark of the winning designs at any library location. (All Ages; All Branches)
Find out more »Virtual Teen Dungeons & Dragons (RSVP Required)
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 is now offering 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. You will receive the Discord invite link and information needed to create an account when you RSVP for…
Find out more »Virtual Safari Club (RSVP Required)
It’s time to explore the imPAWsible animals of our world! Join our companion club to Oliver’s Animal Adventures as we learn more about the amazing animal featured each week! Learn about amazing animals such as kinkajous, pythons, guinea pigs, and tortoises. RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Grades Pre-K–2; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Summer Reading Challenge 2021: Believe the imPAWsible!
Read for prizes in our annual Summer Reading Challenge! With ticket drawings, completion prizes, and events throughout the summer, it is sure to be a doggone good time! Visit LaramieCountyLibrary.org/summer-reading-challenge-2021 to begin this year’s Summer Reading adventure by registering for a Beanstack account or signing in with your existing account. Track your reading progress in Beanstack until you reach the final goal of 1200 minutes for the summer, then head to your local library in Cheyenne, Burns, Pine Bluffs, or…
Find out more »Letterboxing Club
What is letterboxing? It’s a fun hobby where you get to hike and walk outside while searching for hidden “treasure.” In this four-part series, we will learn about how to find letterboxes, and how to make your own. Don’t worry if you can’t come to every meeting, we’re happy to help you catch up! Meet us at the Performance Park just outside the west entrance of the library for this fun club. (Children & Families; Performance Park-Laramie County Library) Activities…
Find out more »Virtual Magic Club
Come learn simple tricks and illusions with Your Magic Library. Each week, we will have entertaining step-by-step instructions on magic and stage performance, which helps to develop physical and social skills in learners of all ages. Materials for each video will be available on the 2nd floor or using the library’s curbside pick-up service. Visit https://lclsonline.org/virtual-magic-club/ any time throughout the week to watch these magic videos! This club is great for grades 3–6. (Grades 3–6; Library Website)
Find out more »Virtual Oliver’s Animal Adventures
Join Oliver as he explores the fantastic world of new animals. Stop by the 2nd floor or use the library’s curbside pick-up service to pick up a fun, interactive puppet activity each week. Visit https://lclsonline.org/virtual-olivers-animal-adventures/ any time throughout the week to watch these fun videos! (Grades Pre-K–2; Library Website)
Find out more »Postcards from Tales Together: Pre-Recorded Early Literacy Class
Mondays: July 5, 12, 19 10–10:30am *can be watched at any time throughout the summer Experience special pre-recorded sessions of Tales Together that explore different places throughout Laramie County! Different classes teaching skills that incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement and more will be posted throughout the summer. These special pre-recorded classes will only be available to watch through July 31, so don’t delay in exploring our community with us . . . virtually! Click here to participate: https://lclsonline.org/early-literacy-programming/ (Ages 18…
Find out more »Take It and Make It Mondays
Get crafty on Mondays! Visit the Burns Branch Library to pick up a craft packet to take home and create a recycle bottle lid wind chime. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library
Find out more »Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive Early Literacy Class we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP for this class above and receive an email with a Zoom link for the live event. Each week, we will offer three chances to participate in an Early Literacy Class! A virtual class on Tuesday at 10am, a virtual class on Thursday at 10am, and pre-recorded sessions posted throughout the summer…
Find out more »Virtual Book Art Club (RSVP Required)
Love books? Love art? Then join us for a fun workshop making book art! All summer long, we will be exploring all the fun ways to make beautiful art from books! Stop in for a supply kit for the month-long club. Can’t make it to all the meetings? That’s ok! Join any time. RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Grades K–6; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Virtual Next Level Gaming (RSVP Required)
Been itching for some Minecraft, Jackbox, or Twitch Plays: Pokémon? Join our Next Level community and help decide what we play together next. Don’t have a Discord account yet? No problem! Laramie County Library is now offering 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. You will receive the Discord invite link and information needed to create an account when you…
Find out more »Listen to Your Art (Pine Bluffs)
Want to express yourself? Join our art club just for teens! This month’s art project is an embossed water bottle bracelet. Meet us in the mural courtyard just behind the Pine Bluffs Branch Library. All supplies are provided so all that’s needed is you! (Teens; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »Choose Your Own Adventure Readaloud Book Club (RSVP Required)
Calling all adventurers! Join us outdoors this summer for our club in Performance Park just outside the west entrance of the library! Every week we will be reading and choosing our own adventure together! No need to read the book ahead of time. We will also make crafts, chat about what books we are reading, and do other fun things! Sign up now as spots are limited. This event is for children in grades K–3. Masks and social distancing are…
Find out more »Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive Early Literacy Class we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP for this class above and receive an email with a Zoom link for the live event. Each week, we will offer three chances to participate in an Early Literacy Class! A virtual class on Tuesday at 10am, a virtual class on Thursday at 10am, and pre-recorded sessions posted throughout the summer…
Find out more »Harry Potter Prize Punch (Pine Bluffs)
July 1–29 Library Hours July is Harry Potter’s birthday and we will be celebrating all month long, but you get the gift! Take a chance on winning prizes from Hedwig, which includes tickets into our Amazon gift card raffle. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »Believe the imPAWsible Zoo Visit (Burns)
The zoo animals are coming! Learn some “imPAWsible” facts about a few select animals presented by the Riverside Discovery Center. Opportunities to ask questions and pet the animals will follow. The Riverside Discovery Center presentation in Burns will be at the Main Street Park across from the Burns Branch Library on Main Street at 1pm and the presentation in Pine Bluffs will be at the Pine Bluffs City Park on Main Street at 2:30pm. (All Ages; Main Street Park; Burns)
Find out more »Believe the imPAWsible Zoo Visit (Pine Bluffs)
The zoo animals are coming! Learn some “imPAWsible” facts about a few select animals presented by the Riverside Discovery Center. Opportunities to ask questions and pet the animals will follow. The Riverside Discovery Center presentation in Burns will be at the Main Street Park across from the Burns Branch Library on Main Street at 1pm and the presentation in Pine Bluffs will be at the Pine Bluffs City Park on Main Street at 2:30pm. (All Ages; Main Street Park; Burns)
Find out more »Virtual Stuffed Animal Sleepover
It’s summer sleepover time! Is your stuffed animal ready for a new adventure away from home? We are planning a fun night at the library for your special friend to hang out, read books, and have their own unique slumber party. Stuffed animal drop off is from 5–6pm. When you bring your friend to stay the night, you will need to sign a permission slip. Then, log on to our live Zoom later that evening for a bedtime story and…
Find out more »ImPAWsible Obstacle Course
The race is on! Can you beat this one-of-a-kind imPAWsible obstacle course? Challenge your family, challenge your friends, or just challenge yourself to complete this block-long course that stretches all around the library. Sunscreen and water are encouraged as well as cheers and good times! (Children & Families; Performance Park-Laramie County Library)
Find out more »Pine Bluffs Book Club
Join us for a book discussion of The Orphan Collector by Ellen Marie Wiseman and pick up next month’s title. (Adults; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »Virtual Choose Your Own Adventure Readaloud Book Club (RSVP Required)
Ready for adventure? Join in our book club meeting! This month, we will be reading from By Balloon to the Sahara by D. Terman. You won’t need your own copy since we will be reading and choosing our adventure together! Drop in at the Burns or Pine Bluffs branch to pick up your interactive club activity bag before we meet virtually. RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Children & Families; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Narratives of the Possible: Artists’ Books
June 10–August 10 Library Hours University of Wyoming art professor and artist Mark Ritchie curated this annual invitational exhibit featuring renowned artists from Wyoming, across the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, France, and the United Kingdom. Pieces include traditional codex forms, sculptural forms incorporating bookmaking techniques, narrative on film strips, and more. (All Ages; All Floors)
Find out more »Believe the imPAWsible! Bookmark Contest Exhibit
June 1–September 7 Library Hours Enjoy the creativity of hundreds of 3rd and 4th grade students from throughout Laramie County in the annual bookmark contest! Pick up a bookmark of the winning designs at any library location. (All Ages; All Branches)
Find out more »Virtual Teen Dungeons & Dragons (RSVP Required)
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 is now offering 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. You will receive the Discord invite link and information needed to create an account when you RSVP for…
Find out more »Virtual Safari Club (RSVP Required)
It’s time to explore the imPAWsible animals of our world! Join our companion club to Oliver’s Animal Adventures as we learn more about the amazing animal featured each week! Learn about amazing animals such as kinkajous, pythons, guinea pigs, and tortoises. RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Grades Pre-K–2; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Summer Reading Challenge 2021: Believe the imPAWsible!
Read for prizes in our annual Summer Reading Challenge! With ticket drawings, completion prizes, and events throughout the summer, it is sure to be a doggone good time! Visit LaramieCountyLibrary.org/summer-reading-challenge-2021 to begin this year’s Summer Reading adventure by registering for a Beanstack account or signing in with your existing account. Track your reading progress in Beanstack until you reach the final goal of 1200 minutes for the summer, then head to your local library in Cheyenne, Burns, Pine Bluffs, or…
Find out more »Letterboxing Club
What is letterboxing? It’s a fun hobby where you get to hike and walk outside while searching for hidden “treasure.” In this four-part series, we will learn about how to find letterboxes, and how to make your own. Don’t worry if you can’t come to every meeting, we’re happy to help you catch up! Meet us at the Performance Park just outside the west entrance of the library for this fun club. (Children & Families; Performance Park-Laramie County Library) Activities…
Find out more »Virtual Magic Club
Come learn simple tricks and illusions with Your Magic Library. Each week, we will have entertaining step-by-step instructions on magic and stage performance, which helps to develop physical and social skills in learners of all ages. Materials for each video will be available on the 2nd floor or using the library’s curbside pick-up service. Visit https://lclsonline.org/virtual-magic-club/ any time throughout the week to watch these magic videos! This club is great for grades 3–6. (Grades 3–6; Library Website)
Find out more »Virtual Oliver’s Animal Adventures
Join Oliver as he explores the fantastic world of new animals. Stop by the 2nd floor or use the library’s curbside pick-up service to pick up a fun, interactive puppet activity each week. Visit https://lclsonline.org/virtual-olivers-animal-adventures/ any time throughout the week to watch these fun videos! (Grades Pre-K–2; Library Website)
Find out more »Postcards from Tales Together: Pre-Recorded Early Literacy Class
Mondays: July 5, 12, 19 10–10:30am *can be watched at any time throughout the summer Experience special pre-recorded sessions of Tales Together that explore different places throughout Laramie County! Different classes teaching skills that incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement and more will be posted throughout the summer. These special pre-recorded classes will only be available to watch through July 31, so don’t delay in exploring our community with us . . . virtually! Click here to participate: https://lclsonline.org/early-literacy-programming/ (Ages 18…
Find out more »Take It and Make It Mondays
Get crafty on Mondays! Visit the Burns Branch Library to pick up a craft packet to take home and create a recycle bottle lid wind chime. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library
Find out more »Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive Early Literacy Class we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP for this class above and receive an email with a Zoom link for the live event. Each week, we will offer three chances to participate in an Early Literacy Class! A virtual class on Tuesday at 10am, a virtual class on Thursday at 10am, and pre-recorded sessions posted throughout the summer…
Find out more »Youth Summer Reading Book Club
This month we will be meeting behind the library in the mural courtyard to discuss Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo. You can also pick up next month’s book selection, Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein. (Ages 8–12; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »Virtual Dinner and a Book Club (RSVP Required)
Go virtual with us! The book this month is The Zookeeper’s Wife: A War Story by Diane Ackerman. Sign up and get your copy at the Burns Branch Library. For more information, please call 307-547-2249 or visit with Burns Branch Library staff. RSVP for this event above to receive an email with the Zoom link. (Adults; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Virtual Book Art Club (RSVP Required)
Love books? Love art? Then join us for a fun workshop making book art! All summer long, we will be exploring all the fun ways to make beautiful art from books! Stop in for a supply kit for the month-long club. Can’t make it to all the meetings? That’s ok! Join any time. RSVP for this event above to receive the Zoom link via email. (Grades K–6; Live via Zoom)
Find out more »Virtual Café Anime (RSVP Required)
Connect with us on Discord to watch popular anime episodes and discuss them in the chat. Our Café community is growing and so are the activities. Join us for your anime fix this summer! Don’t have a Discord account yet? No problem! Laramie County Library is now offering 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. You will receive the Discord…
Find out more »Choose Your Own Adventure Readaloud Book Club (RSVP Required)
Calling all adventurers! Join us outdoors this summer for our club in Performance Park just outside the west entrance of the library! Every week we will be reading and choosing our own adventure together! No need to read the book ahead of time. We will also make crafts, chat about what books we are reading, and do other fun things! Sign up now as spots are limited. This event is for children in grades K–3. Masks and social distancing are…
Find out more »Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Join us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive Early Literacy Class we will practice new skills, incorporate books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP for this class above and receive an email with a Zoom link for the live event. Each week, we will offer three chances to participate in an Early Literacy Class! A virtual class on Tuesday at 10am, a virtual class on Thursday at 10am, and pre-recorded sessions posted throughout the summer…
Find out more »Harry Potter Prize Punch (Pine Bluffs)
July 1–29 Library Hours July is Harry Potter’s birthday and we will be celebrating all month long, but you get the gift! Take a chance on winning prizes from Hedwig, which includes tickets into our Amazon gift card raffle. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
Find out more »Listen to Your Art (Burns)
Want to express yourself? Join our art club just for teens! This month’s art project is an embossed water bottle bracelet. Meet us in Main Street Park across from the Burns Branch Library. All supplies are provided so all that’s needed is you! (Teens; Main Street Park; Burns)
Find out more »Brown Bag Book Club (RSVP Required)
Brown Bag Book Club will meet twice during the month of July in the Performance Park just outside the west entrance of the library. Masks and social distancing are strongly encouraged. We will review the first half of the book on the 8th and the second half of the book on the 22nd. Participants can bring their “sack lunch” and we will provide the drinks and desserts, along with a fun activity! This month, we will be reading The Strangers…
Find out more »Yoga Together at Cahill Park
We’re doing Yoga Together in the park! This summer, we will be meeting once a month in-person for this interactive Early Literacy Class where we will practice stretching, movement, and mindfulness through books, songs, interactive play, and more! This month we will be at Cahill Park next to the playground. Yoga mats will be available for this event, but make sure to bring your water and put on the sunscreen. Masks and social distancing are strongly recommended. (Children & Families;…
Find out more »Narratives of the Possible: Artists’ Books
June 10–August 10 Library Hours University of Wyoming art professor and artist Mark Ritchie curated this annual invitational exhibit featuring renowned artists from Wyoming, across the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, France, and the United Kingdom. Pieces include traditional codex forms, sculptural forms incorporating bookmaking techniques, narrative on film strips, and more. (All Ages; All Floors)
Find out more »Believe the imPAWsible! Bookmark Contest Exhibit
June 1–September 7 Library Hours Enjoy the creativity of hundreds of 3rd and 4th grade students from throughout Laramie County in the annual bookmark contest! Pick up a bookmark of the winning designs at any library location. (All Ages; All Branches)
Find out more »Virtual Teen Dungeons & Dragons (RSVP Required)
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 is now offering 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. You will receive the Discord invite link and information needed to create an account when you RSVP for…
Find out more »Summer Reading Challenge 2021: Believe the imPAWsible!
Read for prizes in our annual Summer Reading Challenge! With ticket drawings, completion prizes, and events throughout the summer, it is sure to be a doggone good time! Visit LaramieCountyLibrary.org/summer-reading-challenge-2021 to begin this year’s Summer Reading adventure by registering for a Beanstack account or signing in with your existing account. Track your reading progress in Beanstack until you reach the final goal of 1200 minutes for the summer, then head to your local library in Cheyenne, Burns, Pine Bluffs, or…
Find out more »Take It and Make It Mondays
Get crafty on Mondays! Visit the Burns Branch Library to pick up a craft packet to take home and create a recycle bottle lid wind chime. (All Ages; Burns Branch Library
Find out more »Navy Week
10:30–10:45am: Ceremonial Guard 10:45–11:05am: USS Constitution Pike 11:05–11:30am: Robotics Demonstration Stop by the library on your way back from the Cheyenne Frontier Days Parade to celebrate Navy Week! Find out what a ceremonial guard is, what a pike drill is, learn about Old Ironsides (the world’s oldest ship of any type still afloat) and participate in a robotics demonstration with the U.S. Navy’s Explosive Ordinance Team. (All Ages; Performance Park-west side of Laramie County Library)
Find out more »CLOSURE
Laramie County Library System and the Library Café will be closed all day on the following holidays (unless otherwise noted) Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents’ Day Easter Memorial Day Independence Day Cheyenne Day Labor Day Veterans Day Eve of Thanksgiving (library closes at 6 pm, Café closes at 5 pm) Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Day of Christmas Parade (library closes at 4 pm, Café closes at 6 pm) Christmas Eve Christmas Day New Year’s Eve (library closes at…
Find out more »Harry Potter Prize Punch (Pine Bluffs)
July 1–29 Library Hours July is Harry Potter’s birthday and we will be celebrating all month long, but you get the gift! Take a chance on winning prizes from Hedwig, which includes tickets into our Amazon gift card raffle. (All Ages; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)
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