News and Updates

Get Ready to Celebrate National Library Week April 23-29

National Library Week will be held this year from April 23-29. The theme for the 2023 celebration is “There’s More to the Story.”

 


McMurry Grant Brings Privacy Phone Booths to Laramie County Library

Laramie County Library recently installed two new privacy phone booths in the Computer Center, expanding the organization’s ability to provide private space for online job interviews, webinars, virtual meetings, or telehealth calls. 


Wyoming author to discuss new book during free event at Riverton library; two chapters feature local residents

Author Rodger McDaniel will discuss his new book, “Profiles in Courage: Standing Against the Wyoming Wind,” during a free event at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, at the Riverton Branch Library.

 


Homeschooling Help for Wyoming Families

We know that homeschooling has become a familiar (sometimes unplanned) option for parents during the pandemic in Wyoming.


Wyoming Genealogy Research Starts at the Libary

Learning about your family tree is a fascinating quest.


Libraries Help Prevent the “Summer Slide” for Wyoming Students

You might wonder how public libraries stay busy during the summer months.


Five Ways Wyoming Libraries Can Help Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs

Local libraries can enhance their services as an essential information provider for small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in Wyoming, turning librarians into heroes that help grow local economies and new jobs.


Take Your Children to Storytimes at Wyoming Libraries

Storytelling events have been a staple of Wyoming libraries for many years. Many people still don’t know about this vital resource.  Here’s how storytime can benefit your family and support local libraries. 


Wyoming Libraries Serve Seniors

Libraries in Wyoming are experiencing hardships because of budget cuts and recent protests regarding specific library materials. It’s easy to generalize libraries as buildings full of books, but it’s important to realize that they provide essential services to community members, including senior citizens.

Here are just a few library services for senior citizens and why you should support Wyoming libraries.