Washakie County Library staff, board members, and patrons gathered to celebrate the library’s new improvements at an Open House event on January 30.
An ambience of enthusiasm, pride, and accomplishment was palpable throughout the Washakie County Library in Worland, Wyoming, on Friday, January 30 during their open house event celebrating the new additions to their facility. Over 100 library staff, board members, and patrons came to the event and enjoyed tasty treats, including special decorated book cookies, and fun library swag, as well as each other’s company from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. to commemorate the culmination of many months of hard work. The adults chatted and introduced themselves to fellow attendees, while the youth enjoyed video games, building with Lego bricks, and hanging out in the spacious new room that added much-needed square footage to the library’s children’s section.
The new addition to the Worland Library in Washakie County has room for kids and families to read, do crafts, and have a wonderful time together.
The Washakie County Library (WCL) was a subrecipient of the Wyoming Library Multi-Purpose Community Facility Program (WLMCF), which awarded subgrants totaling just over 20 million dollars of federal funding through the U.S. Department of the Treasury Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund (CPF). The CPF fund was created through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). The WCL’s project has been completed, and its impact to the community is already evident; there’s more space for more stories!
The Worland Library’s new telehealth booth is now available for Washakie County residents to use for virtual medical appointments.
Along with the library’s expansion to its children’s section, the library also has a new telehealth booth, which was purchased by a USDA grant provided by the partnership of the University of Wyoming and the Wyoming Institute of Disabilities. This ADA compliant modular office has access to wi-fi, computer, hydraulic desk, headset, and other tools to aid in patrons’ sessions with medical professionals. Washakie County patrons can reserve time in the booth at the library’s front desk.
The library’s recent improvements were funded by their WLMCF grant, along with other sources.
There are so many great things happening at the Washakie County Libraries! Find out more about all of the exciting programs and events at their locations in Worland and Ten Sleep on the Washakie County Library website.
Here are some more photos of the Worland Library and their recent Open House celebration:
The Worland Library has an area where teens can gather to read, play board or video games, or just hang out!
Washakie County community members enjoyed exploring the new spaces at the Worland Library.
The Worland Library is located on the main drag into town in two storefronts that formerly housed a hardware store. Prior to 2020, the library was housed in the community’s old hospital building.
Many of the library’s resources were on display during the Open House, and library staff was on hand to explain them and answer questions for attendees.
The Worland Library’s recent renovations has allowed the library to become even more open and inviting to patrons.
Christi Weinzierl, Wyoming State Library Communications and Grants Specialist, attended the Open House event on January 30.
The Worland Library has a small meeting room that can be reserved for private meetings.
Part of the new addition to the children’s area includes tables and child-friendly seating for programming, including craft activities.
Karen Funk shows off the spacious storage that holds a variety of supplies available for patron use.
The children’s area is inviting and welcoming with bright colors, comfortable seating, and plenty of space for children and families to enjoy books and library activities together.
Bubble tiles are a fun feature of the new children’s area. Kids and library directors alike enjoy walking on them!
The Worland Library features many comfortable nooks to work, play, and enjoy books and games.
This well-lit work area gives library patrons a view of Worland’s main drag.
This cozy area features comfortable seating and even a fireplace!
What a perfect area for groups to meet to discuss books, craft, and connect with other community members!
The uncarpeted area of the library is a perfect place for messier activities during library programs and events for young patrons.
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