by Christi Weinzierl | Dec 2, 2025 | Articles and Information, Homepage
Did you know that Wyoming PBS offers partnerships with museums and libraries to help bring Wyoming stories to communities across the state? Their “Screener in a Box” program provides institutions with everything needed to host a public screening of a Wyoming PBS...
by Christi Weinzierl | Nov 27, 2025 | Homepage, WSL News
Happy Thanksgiving from the Wyoming State Library! Our building will be closed Thursday, November 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday, however, will be open our normal hours on Friday, November 28. Our free online resources including GoWYLD and our Digital Collections...
by Christi Weinzierl | Nov 26, 2025 | Homepage, WSL News
The November Outrider from the Wyoming State Library is hot off the press! Find out all about what’s going on in the Wyoming library community and beyond, including news, celebrations, events, and job postings from around the state. Subscribe today, and we’ll...
by Christi Weinzierl | Nov 25, 2025 | Articles and Information, Homepage
Happy November! Here is an updated roundup of news and articles regarding literacy, libraries, and library professionals. How to Navigate Burnout When You Can’t Control the Causes-When individuals experience burnout caused by one or more mismatches, and do not...
by Christi Weinzierl | Nov 24, 2025 | Homepage, WSL News
Did you know the Wyoming State Library has five coloring books available for patrons to print, color, and use to learn more about some of the amazing inventions people in Wyoming have created? These fun and informative resources are the result of a collaboration...
by Christi Weinzierl | Nov 21, 2025 | Articles and Information, Homepage
As part of Wyoming’s celebration of the USA’s 250th anniversary in 2026, the American Heritage Center at the University of Wyoming is creating a book called Wyoming’s History in 76 Objects, and they would like your help! Please submit a historical object for...
by Christi Weinzierl | Nov 20, 2025 | Grants and Awards, Homepage
Happy November! Here is an UPDATED roundup of grants available to libraries with deadlines in the next few months, or with rolling or ongoing deadlines. Joann Sweetland Lum Memorial Grant Deadline: December 1, 2025 This grant aims to recognize a librarian who has a...
by Christi Weinzierl | Nov 20, 2025 | Homepage, WSL News
The Wyoming State Library will be closed Thursday, November 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will be open our normal hours on Friday, November 28.
by Christi Weinzierl | Nov 19, 2025 | Homepage, Professional Development
Did you know Wyoming saw the most library visits per person in the entire nation during Fiscal Year 2022? That’s quite the accomplishment for the lowest populated state! How about the 150% decrease in library visits during the COVID pandemic that led to a 99% increase...
by Christi Weinzierl | Nov 14, 2025 | Calendar, Homepage
Today may be the coziest holiday of the year! Not only is November 14 Family P.J. Day, it’s also Teddy Bear Day, as well! So put on your favorite comfy pair of pajamas, grab your favorite stuffy, and head over to Libby on GoWYLD to find a great book to read!...