Events

Events

Friday, September 12th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Experience this funny and touching live-action reimagining of Disney’s animated classic. When a lonely girl named Lilo adopts Stitch, an alien puppy, Stitch helps to mend Lilo’s broken family — but not without wreaking hilarious havoc on the Hawaiian Islands. PG, 108 minutes. Bring your own drink, the library provides the popcorn!

Wednesday, September 10th 2025

5:30-6:30 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

THREE PAJAMA STORYHOUR EVENTS   Three Pajama Storyhour programs are planned for children this fall. They will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The sessions will be held on  Wednesdays September 10, October 8 and November 12. Miss Tina has three special events planned. Wear your pajamas!

Thursday, August 28th 2025 - Thursday, September 4th 2025

3:35 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

The library will host afterschool sessions this fall beginning August 21 through October 23 for children in grades 3-6. The programs begin at 3:35 p.m. and continue until 4:45 p.m. Children will experience “It’s Rocky!” with Miss Barb. The afternoons include exciting experiments, crafts and activities involving all things earth science. Topics scheduled include volcanoes, […]

Tuesday, August 26th 2025 - Tuesday, September 2nd 2025

3:35 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

The library will host afterschool sessions this fall beginning on Tuesday, August 19 for children in grades K-2. The programs begin at 3:35 p.m. and continue until 4:45 p.m. “Out West” is the theme for children in grades K-2. Miss Tina has planned sessions where it will be a little wild and lots of fun […]

Tuesday, September 2nd 2025

6 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

  ROUTE 66 – AMERICAN HIGHWAYS is the theme for the fall book discussion series at the Niobrara County Library. Route 66 is one of the first national highways for motor vehicles in the United States and one that became an icon in American popular culture. In November of 2026 the route celebrates its 100thanniversary. […]

Friday, August 29th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Longing for the days when he was a ‘real ogre, ‘ Shrek signs a deal with Rumpelstiltskin to get his roar back, but turns his world upside down in the process. Donkey suddenly can’t remember his best friend, Fiona is now a tough warrior princess, and Puss in Boots is one fat cat! Together, they […]

Monday, August 25th 2025

6 p.m. -

No American road is as iconic as Route 66. Starting in Chicago, Illinois, and snaking cross-country to Santa Monica, California, Route 66 originally consisted of 2,448 miles of highway, rich with neon-lit motels, quirky roadside attractions, and stretches of deserted landscape. With such a wealth of inspiration, it is no surprise that so many filmmakers […]

Friday, August 22nd 2025 - Sunday, August 24th 2025

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The Niobrara County Library Foundation will have Krispy Kreme Doughnuts available on Thursday, September 25. Pick up will be at 7:30 a.m. at the library. A plain glazed dozen is $12 and a mixed frosted dozen is $13. Call the library at 307-334-3490 to order today!

Friday, August 22nd 2025

5 p.m. - Niobrara County Fairgrounds, 4080 US Hwy 20, Lusk, WY

The Fireants play a variety of music of the Americas—Cajun Creole, Tejano and Norteño, Quebecois, Basque, Colombian Coastal Cumbia, Trinidadian Calypso, and Brazilian Forro.  The band is comprised of Cindy Baker, bass and vocals; Caitlin Belem, fiddle, guitar, alto sax, and vocals; Margo Brown, percussion, piano, and vocals; Courtney Caplan, guitar and vocals; and David […]

Friday, August 22nd 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

When Shrek married Fiona the last thing he had in mind was becoming the next King of Far Far Away. But when Shrek’s father-in-law, King Harold, suddenly croaks, that is exactly what he faces. Recruiting Donkey and Puss in Boots for a new quest, Shrek sets out to bring back the rightful heir to the […]

Thursday, August 21st 2025

3:35 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

The library will host afterschool sessions this fall beginning August 21 through October 23 for children in grades 3-6. The programs begin at 3:35 p.m. and continue until 4:45 p.m. Children will experience “It’s Rocky!” with Miss Barb. The afternoons include exciting experiments, crafts and activities involving all things earth science. Topics scheduled include volcanoes, […]

Tuesday, August 19th 2025

3:35 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

The library will host afterschool sessions this fall beginning on Tuesday, August 19 for children in grades K-2. The programs begin at 3:35 p.m. and continue until 4:45 p.m. “Out West” is the theme for children in grades K-2. Miss Tina has planned sessions where it will be a little wild and lots of fun […]

Friday, August 15th 2025 - Sunday, August 17th 2025

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The Niobrara County Library Foundation will have Krispy Kreme Doughnuts available on Thursday, September 25. Pick up will be at 7:30 a.m. at the library. A plain glazed dozen is $12 and a mixed frosted dozen is $13. Call the library at 307-334-3490 to order today!

Thursday, August 14th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Right after Shrek and Princess Fiona’s honeymoon, the newlywed couple goes to Princess Fiona’s parents for dinner. When a Fairy Godmother discovers Fiona and Shrek are married, she reminds the king about a deal they agreed on years ago, that Fiona should have married her son, who happens to be Prince Charming. The King then […]

Wednesday, August 13th 2025

6 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

PRESENTING WHOOPUP CANYON   Area historian Lucas Keeler returns to the library with a program on the extensive rock panels in Whoopup Canyon in northeast Wyoming on Wednesday, August 13 at 6 p.m.   Whoopup Canyon is an extensive system of roughly 150 rock art panels along a four-mile-long stretch of Dakota sandstone in northeast […]

Thursday, August 7th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

A green ogre living a life of solitude in a far away swamp, Shrek is suddenly invaded by a horde of fairy tale characters, such as the Big Bad Wolf and the Three Little Pigs, all refugees of their homes who have been shunned by the evil Lord Farquaad. Shrek decides to offer Lord Farquaad […]

Wednesday, August 6th 2025

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  Artist Barb Orr will present three “Draw @ the Library” sessions this summer. Attendees will learn the basics of drawing including line, shape, form, perspective and shading.   The sessions will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays June 18, July 16 and August 6. Children under the age of 10 should be accompanied […]

Tuesday, August 5th 2025

6-7 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

A FOAM Party returns to the library on Tuesday, August 5 from 6 – 7 p.m. This unique entertainment concept is very popular and it’s clean, fresh, biodegradable and guaranteed to bring sheer joy to children! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library!

Monday, August 4th 2025

Noon - Niobrara County Library

READ & FEED BOOK DISCUSSION SERIES   Barbara Allen Bogart’s In Place: Stories of Landscape & Identity from the American West will be featured on August 4. Stop by the library to register and pick up the book. Plan to bring your lunch and enjoy a leisurely discussion with friends. For more information stop by […]

Thursday, July 31st 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

In Lilo and Stitch, get ready to crash-land on Earth with Stitch, a runaway genetic experiment from a faraway planet. As he wreaks havoc on the Hawaiian Islands, he becomes the mischievous adopted alien “puppy” of an independent little girl named Lilo and learns about loyalty, friendship, and ‘ohana, the Hawaiian tradition of family. Rated […]

Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 - Wednesday, July 30th 2025

1 p.m. -

BoardGames will be held at the library on Wednesdays beginning July 2 through July 30 at 1 p.m. A selection of games will be available. 

Tuesday, July 15th 2025 - Tuesday, July 29th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

LegoTime will be held each Tuesday at 1 p.m. beginning on May 27 through July 31 for all ages. 

Thursday, July 24th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

A rare macaw named Blu is brought to Rio de Janeiro to mate with a female of his species, but the pair are kidnapped by a gang of greedy animal smugglers, forcing them to stage a daring escape with the help of some new friends. Rated G, 96 minutes.

Tuesday, July 22nd 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

The Friends of the Library present Meghan Casey and Rocky Mountain Puppets on Tuesday, July 22 at 1 p.m. with “Prism Break!”  Meghan and her friends stumbled across a seemingly normal kaleidoscope, or so they thought… they soon realized that a single twist has the power to transport them to alternate dimensions. The excitement of […]

Thursday, July 17th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

With a million dollars at stake, Hitpig’s next job is to return an elephant to her maniacal Las Vegas show owner. But when the mission goes sideways, Hitpig must realize that no amount of money is worth losing his newfound friends. Rated PG, 95 minutes.

Thursday, July 17th 2025

6 p.m. - Congregational Church, 120 E 5th St.

On Thursday, July 17, 2025 the Niobrara County Library is happy to present two bands, The Rough & Tumble and The Honey Badgers, for an evening of engaging, harmony driven, folk and Americana music. The show starts at 6 p.m. and is scheduled to be held at the Congregational Church, 120 E. 5th St., Lusk, […]

Wednesday, July 2nd 2025 - Wednesday, July 16th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

BoardGames will be held at the library on Wednesdays beginning July 2 through July 30 at 1 p.m. A selection of games will be available.  

Wednesday, July 16th 2025

4:30-6:30 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

  Artist Barb Orr will present three “Draw @ the Library” sessions this summer. Attendees will learn the basics of drawing including line, shape, form, perspective and shading.   The sessions will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays June 18, July 16 and August 6. Children under the age of 10 should be accompanied […]

Tuesday, July 15th 2025

2 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Mele is the Hawaiian word for song, and it is also the summer theme at Hawaiian Libraries. Mele not only means song, but also poetry and happiness!  Plan for lots of fun sharing songs, rhyming words, and happiness with Mr. Kneel on Tuesday, July 15 at 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Thursday, July 10th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Four misfits are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home they’ll have to master this world while embarking on a quest with an unexpected expert crafter. Rated PG, 101 minutes. Rated PG, 101 minutes.

Wednesday, July 9th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Sean Gaskell features songs on the kora — a 21 stringed West African harp on Wednesday, July 9 at 1 p.m. The kora is traditionally played by oral historians known as Griots.  Many songs featured on the kora preserve an 800-year history dating back to the founding of the Mande empire. This musical program is […]

Tuesday, June 17th 2025 - Tuesday, July 8th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

LegoTime will be held each Tuesday at 1 p.m. beginning on May 27 through July 31 for all ages. 

Monday, July 7th 2025

Noon - Niobrara County Library

READ & FEED BOOK DISCUSSION SERIES The young adult novel I Will Always Write Back: How One Letter Changed Two Lives by Caitlin Alifirenka will be featured on July 7 at noon and Barbara Allen Bogart’s In Place: Stories of Landscape & Identity from the American West will be featured on August 4. Stop by […]

Friday, July 4th 2025

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Thursday, July 3rd 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

The offspring of former secret agents must come to the rescue when their parents are kidnapped by a madman. Ten years after retiring to raise a family, the couple is lured back into the spy game to thwart a villain plotting world domination. But their plan goes awry and they’re captured, leaving it up to […]

Saturday, June 28th 2025

8 a.m. - Niobrara County Library Lawn

The Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale and Ice Cream Social fundraiser will be held on Saturday, June 28. The Book Sale begins at 8 a.m. and the Social at 11 a.m. There is sure to be something for everyone! Proceeds help fund live performances, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and more!

Thursday, June 26th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

The classic story of loyalty, trust, and sacrifice comes to life in this live-action adaptation of Charlotte’s Web. Fern sees that Wilbur is a special animal as she raises him, the runt of the litter, into a terrific and radiant pig. As Wilbur moves into a new barn, he begins a second friendship with the […]

Wednesday, June 18th 2025 - Wednesday, June 25th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Craft & Paint sessions are planned for Wednesdays beginning May 28 at 1 p.m. through June 25. A wide variety of projects are planned! Registration is preferred, call (307) 334-3490.

Tuesday, June 3rd 2025 - Wednesday, June 25th 2025

2 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Read with Delilah is scheduled each Tuesday at 2 p.m. beginning June 3 through June 24. Delilah will be available for children to practice their reading, offering a fun option for children each week. Tuesdays when live performers are scheduled “Read with Delilah” will not be held. 

Thursday, June 19th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Daffy Duck and Porky the Pig find themselves in another larger-than-life situation when they accidentally uncover a secret alien plot hidden in their local bubblegum factory. Now, they must endure their alien threats and each other if they are going to have any chance to save the world. Rated PG, 91 minutes. The library provides […]

Wednesday, June 18th 2025

4:30-6:30 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

  Artist Barb Orr will present three “Draw @ the Library” sessions this summer. Attendees will learn the basics of drawing including line, shape, form, perspective and shading.   The sessions will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays June 18, July 16 and August 6. Children under the age of 10 should be accompanied […]

Thursday, June 12th 2025

1-3 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Explore the different languages of comics, from the eyes, to body posture, to the actual language within speech bubbles on Thursday, June 12 from 1-3 p.m. with Jerry & Chet of Do Art Productions.  The workshop is interactive and creative with tricks and turns – and, after seeing how easy cartooning and creative expression can […]

Wednesday, May 28th 2025 - Wednesday, June 11th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Craft & Paint sessions are planned for Wednesdays beginning May 28 at 1 p.m. through June 25. A wide variety of projects are planned! Registration is preferred, call (307) 334-3490.  

Tuesday, May 27th 2025 - Tuesday, June 10th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

LegoTime will be held each Tuesday at 1 p.m. beginning on May 27 through July 31 for all ages. 

Monday, June 9th 2025

Noon - Niobrara County Library

A three book discussion series is planned for the summer with discussions planned for Mondays June 9, July 7 and August 4 at noon. A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman is scheduled for June 9. This is the story of a curmudgeon that hides beneath a cranky and short-tempered exterior. The young adult novel […]

Thursday, June 5th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

The monster family embarks on a vacation on a luxury monster cruise ship so Drac can take a summer vacation from providing everyone else’s vacation at the hotel, and they indulge in all of the shipboard fun the cruise has to offer. Rated PG, 97 minutes. The library provides the popcorn; please bring your own […]

Tuesday, June 3rd 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

On Tuesday, June 3 at 1 p.m. join Aaron Fowler and his classroom therapy dog Kuumba in an exciting program of music and stories, and a little bit of dancing that is sure to brighten your day and lift your spirits. There will be plenty of dog kisses and petting for those that want to […]

Monday, May 19th 2025 - Friday, May 30th 2025

- Niobrara County Library

Color Our World is the theme for summer reading and children’s programming this year. Summer reading programs are designed to encourage children to keep reading during summer vacation, and helping to prevent the “summer slide” continues to be the main objective of the library’s reading program. The benefits of library summer reading programming for children […]

Thursday, May 29th 2025

1 p.m. - Niobrara County Library

Katak, a young beluga whale who’s itching to see the world, embarks on a journey to find his long-lost grandfather despite the disapproval of his peers. As he gets farther from the place he once called home, Katak finds friends in the unlikeliest corners of the ocean. They help him realize that his differences are […]

Monday, May 26th 2025

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