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this issue:New Releases ............................................ 2Adapting and Evolving Libraries ................ 2New Year, New Creativity ........................... 5Upcoming Programs .................................. 5Sticky Situation ...................................InsertThe Library+ ........................................ Back

NEWSLETTER FUNDED BY THENATRONA COUNTY LIBRARY FOUNDATION

As we ring in 2020 and start to focus on what the New Year may hold, I find it important to reflect on the immediate past. From a long list of accomplishments, here is my countdown of our top five accomplishments for 2019:

There is no way for me to know what 2020 will hold for the Library, but with a great community and amazing staff, I hope it will be our best year ever. Thank you for letting me serve you all.

*As a reminder, the Creation Station is privately funded through donations to the Natrona County Library Foundation.

Our Top 5 Proudest Moments of 2019Lisa Scroggins Executive Director

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5. Number five on my list are the new features at the Creation Station.* Introduced to Natrona County in 2018, the Creation Station has already seen growth and improvement. Summer 2019 ushered in the addition of a 3D printer, as well as new equipment in our cloth crafting area. Another notable change since its debut is that the space is now open to the public any time the library is open! If you’ve been wanting to test it out, we always have a DIY craft—complete with detailed instruction cards and all necessary supplies—available for patrons. 4. Next on my list is the fact that we have been able to rectify numerous trip hazards in the Library. In most areas, our carpet was 20+ years old; the glue was rotting, causing the carpet to separate and ripple. By replacing carpet throughout the Library, we not only fixed the issues, but our space has also gotten a much-needed face lift.

3. Coming in at number three are the amazing partnerships we forged with Google. This summer’s Grow with Google workshops were outstanding, and they left us with an entire toolkit of resources that we can use to replicate those Google trainings. From their cool outdoor Google signage to the 1:1 Google assistants, August 30th is a day we will not soon forget. Library staff continues to offer a wide array of technology classes, but it was exciting to know that when one of the most recognizable technology companies wanted to reach out to Wyoming, THEY chose the Natrona County Library to help them make that happen.

2. I am incredibly grateful to the Natrona County Board of County Commissioners for providing additional funding which enabled us to add 2.5 full-time equivalent employees to our staff. With that funding, we added a full time staff member to our Children’s Department, and one part time staff member each to our Maintenance, Adult Services, and Circulation Departments. These additional positions returned staffing to our 2015 levels, which led to…

1. The single most exciting accomplishment in 2019 was the announcement that we were able to reintroduce Sunday Hours! Starting this January, the Library is now open seven days a week, including 1-5 on Sundays.

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JUVENILE FICTION• Pug the Tourist Adam Blabey

• Winterborne Home for Vengeance and Valor Ally Carter

• Speedah Cheetah (Binder of Doom #3) Troy Cummings

• Bo and the Pup Dragon (Unicorn Diaries #2) Rebecca Elliott

• Mulan: Before the Sword Grace Lin

• It’s Okay to Be a Unicorn Jason Tharp

YA FICTION• The Night Country Melissa Albert

• Chain of Gold Cassandra Clare

• Deathless Divide Justine Ireland

• One of Us is Next Karen McManus

• The Oracle Code Marieke Nijkamp

ADULT FICTION• Forever Hidden Tracie Peterson

• The Vanishing Jayne Ann Krentz

• The Warsaw Protocol Steve Berry

• Golden in Death J.D. Robb

• Long Range C.J. Box

JUVENILE NONFICTION• Grandma’s Gardens Hillary & Chelsea Clinton

• The Boy Who Became a Dragon Jim Di Bartolo

• Solve This! Forensics: Super Science and Curious Capers for the Daring Detective in You Kate Messner

• The First Conspiracy (Young Reader’s Edition) Brad Meltzer

• Maybe You Should Fly a Jet! Maybe You Should be a Vet! Dr. Seuss

YA NONFICTION• Thank You For Coming to My TED Talk Chris Anderson

• Live: Remain Alive, Be Alive at a Specific Time, Have an Exciting or Fulfilling Life Sadie Robertson

• You Call This Democracy?: How to Fix our Government and Deliver Power to the People Elizabeth Rusch

ADULT NONFICTION• Capital and Ideology Thomas Piketty

• The Splendid and the Vile Erik Larson

• Author in Chief: The Untold Story of Our Presidents and the Books They Wrote Craig Fehrman

• The 4 Season Solution Dallas Hartwig

• Untamed Glennon Doyle

• Until the End of Time Brian Greene

• Successful Aging Daniel J Levitin

• The Falcon Thief: A True Tale of Adventure, Treachery, and the Hunt for the Perfect Bird Joshua Hammer

MUSIC• Everyday Life Coldplay

• Manic Halsey

• High Road Kesha

• Ocean Lady Antebellum

• Nightfall Little Big Town

• 1 Liam Payne

MOVIES• Joker• The Addams Family• Gemini Man• Frozen II• Maleficent: Mistress of Evil• A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

TV SERIES• Veep Season 7

• Big Little Lies Season 2

• Ballers Season 5

• Titans Season 2

VIDEO GAMES• Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot• One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows• Rugby 20• Darksiders Genesis • Doom Eternal

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I recently had the pleasure of giving a tour of the Library to a new Casper transplant. She had moved here for her husband’s job, all of her children were grown, and she was looking for a way to meet people while also starting her own business. She had an awesome idea for a new handmade craft business, and mentioned that she had plans to purchase an expensive piece of technology to help her get it off the ground. I was so excited to show her our Creation Station, including our 3D carving machine, Carvey. The patron was thrilled to learn that she could freely use the Library to create prototypes and determine viability of her idea BEFORE committing to a large purchase.

It reminded me of another patron who had also recently learned about the versatility of the Library when he and his son decided to refurbish a 1970’s Schwinn bike. After days of work, they discovered that one of the parts they needed was no longer manufactured. Almost at the point of giving up, the son found a 3D design of the exact part they needed. Through word-of-mouth, they learned that we had a 3D printer that could quickly and easily print their part, and soon they were back on the bike-path to success.

How have public libraries become a space for creation and innovation? The original public libraries were created as a way to equalize the playing field—with the goal to provide information and resources to those who

wouldn’t otherwise have access to it. At the time, books were the most common tool for compiling and disseminating information, but personal libraries were often limited to the homes of the wealthy. The library helped narrow the chasm between the haves and the have-nots, so people from all walks of life could educate themselves and expand their worlds thanks to their public library. Today’s libraries are still committed to the same goal, but the nature of information has changed. While a commonly held—yet incorrect—notion is that libraries are just a repository for books (a resource that is supposedly fading in popularity), we have actually been fervently adapting and evolving to keep up with—and often lead the way in—the ever-changing landscape of information.

What our patrons need to learn and grow has changed drastically over our history. Today’s library users need digital and technological skills to succeed in the modern workplace or start a new business. We are always listening to what our patrons say they want and need, and we are uniquely positioned to pivot and adapt quickly, depending on trends and changes in the community. Our Creation Station is only one of many ways we’ve evolved in recent history, along with our digital collection, specialized programming, business resources, auto-renewal (and reduced late fees), and so much more. Be sure to pay close attention so that you don’t miss out on our next big innovation!

The Library ThatAdapts & EvolvesMegan Bratton Marketing & PR Manager

COMMUNITY BUILDER - WINTER 2020 2

F O U N D A T I O NN A T R O N A C O U N T Y L I B R A R Y

How you can helpThe Natrona County Library Foundation uses private donations to go beyond the basic services funded through tax revenues. Through the generosity of donors like you, the library can offer more to our community. At this time, we invite your help to ensure the library stays strong—both now and in the future.

Why it mattersAt the Natrona County Library, people come together to learn, connect, and grow. Families attend programming that promotes literacy and fun. Entrepreneurs network with peers to ideate and grow their business. Teens meet to study and develop new skills. Job seekers look for employment opportunities. Immigrants take English classes. Creators bring their inventions and crafts to life. It all happens here—at the library. To make a tax-deductible donation or learn more about the Foundation, contact us at 577-7323.

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Mail can be sent to: Natrona County Library Foundation, 307 E. 2nd Street, Casper, WY 82601.Please make checks payable to The Natrona County Library Foundation

All contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. The Natrona County Library Foundation is a public charity exempt from tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Jansen CurryJohn GriffithJohn JorgensenAnne LaddJohn MastersonBrent PickettLisa ScrogginsSam VigneriScott WellsBrad Williams

Beth Worthen Executive Director

F O U N D A T I O NN A T R O N A C O U N T Y L I B R A R Y

Make a differencePlease consider making a contribution to the Natrona County Library Foundation.

Have you remembered us in your tax planning?

COMMUNITY BUILDER - WINTER 2020

Thank You to Our Recent DonorsF O U N D A T I O NN A T R O N A C O U N T Y L I B R A R Y

Carolyn BentzenJim Brown

Stephen and Suzey DelgerLanae Fox

Sabrina Furman JR Kerns

Sheila KimbleJudith Kraen

Miguel and Sandy LeottaMichael and Janet Merback

Elizabeth NorcrossBarbara Walker

Jolynn Wynn

I pulled into the parking area below the Bridle Trail and noticed a car covered from bumper to bumper in stickers. I was captivated and stood “reading” the car for quite some time before I set out on my hike. What is it about stickers? You’ll find them covering laptops, water bottles, vehicles, musical instruments, and luggage. When we were kids, many of us got stickers for a job well done. Gold stars, scratch-and-sniff, holographic—you name it, we coveted it. As an adult, I’ve starting receiving stickers from all sorts of places. Stickers can be a way of expressing ourselves, our opinions, and the products we stand behind. How many social media posts do you see in the beginning of November proudly displaying “I voted” stickers? I received 2 stickers with the purchase of a new camping tent. My friend got a sticker from a brewery after trying a new ale. Communities all over our state proudly give away stickers representing their region. You’ll find stickers just about anywhere you go.

With the influx of stickers in my life recently, I didn’t know what to do with them all. Suddenly I thought of that car

I’d seen at Garden Creek and, although I wouldn’t be covering my car, I was inspired to cover another vehicle of mine—my kayak! Since then, I’ve sought out cool stickers from wherever I travel to adorn my kayak. It’s a fun and easy way to tell the world a little something about myself.

We’re probably biased, but we think libraries make great destinations when

traveling. Just like collecting stickers from impressive places you’ve visited, why not also grab one to document your trip to the library? Inspired by other creative public libraries, the Natrona County Library will be releasing our very own adhesive masterpieces in the coming months—so stay tuned for updates, designs, and fun ways to show off your NCL pride.

Angel Capone Youth Services Librarian

A Sticky Situation

upcomingprograms

v JANUARY v 1-31 - January DIY Challenge: T-Shirt Bag 6 - TM: Chalkboard Slime 4pm

7 - Reading the West Book Club 6:30pm

9 - Teen Writers 4pm

10 - Adult Coloring Club 2pm

11 - Craftastic Saturday 2pm

13 - TM: Dragon Eggs! 2pm

14 - Virtual Reality Demo 4pm

14 - Never Too Old Book Club 6:30pm

15 - Author Talk & Signing: W. Lee Warren MD 6pm

16 - Casper Business Series 12pm

16 - Genealogy Workshop: Cemetery Records 6:45pm

23 - 4Teens @4: String Art 4pm

23 - Wyoming History: Cowboy Letters of the Old West 6:30pm

25 - Family Afternoon 2pm

27 - Tween Book Club 4pm

27 - ‘Til Death Due You Part Book Club 6pm

28 - Writer’s Bloc 5:30pm

28 - Teen Book Club (Grades 9-12) 6pm

v FEBRUARY v 2 - Valentine Cards Workshop 1pm

4 - Reading the West Book Club 6:30pm

5 - Wednesday Writers 10am




13 - Books on Tap Book Club 6:30pm


18 - Afternoon Book Club (Grades 7-8) 2pm

19 - Derek Evans: TR! 6:30pm


20 - 4Teens @4: Headphone Holder 4pm

20 - Genealogy Workshop 6:45pm

22 - Humanities Festival 1pm




27 - Wyoming History: Too Young for the Times 6:30pm

v MARCH v 3 - Reading the West Book Club 6:30pm

4 - Wednesday Writers 10am








19 - Genealogy Workshop 6:45pm

21 - Virtual Reality Demo 2pm



26 - Wyoming History Series 6:30pm

28 - Family Afternoon 2pm


For more info, visit our Facebook page @NatronaLibrary, natronacountylibrary.org or call 577.7323.

COMMUNITY BUILDER - WINTER 2020 5

New Year,New Creativity

• Bring ideas to life with our Prusa 3D printer. We can help you find pre-made 3D files online, make your own designs using free 3D modeling software, and—finally—print your creations.

• Cut out shapes and letters, make custom handmade cards, design a t-shirt, create party decorations, and so much more with the Cricut, a die-cutting machine perfect for paper and vinyl crafts.

• Learn to sew using the Creation Station’s many sewing machines in conjunction with the many sewing books the library offers. We offer two different types of sewing machines, as well as a serger for your finishing touches.

• Make embroidery a breeze with the Flourish embroidery machine, which enables you to quickly and delicately add colorful stitch work to clothing and fabric.

• Dive into leather crafting with the Leather Cart, which has a wide assortment of tools for leather enthusiasts both new and seasoned.

• Try out some woodshop work with the Carvey, a 3D carving machine that can be used to transform wood, acrylic, metal, and plastic. Use your new skills to make decorative wall hangings or personalized carvings for family and friends.

With the Creation Station, the possibilities for growth, exploration, and creativity are endless.

For the start of this year, instead of focusing on resolutions that fuel a negative image of your current self, why not set a positive goal to try a new hobby? You’re never too young or too old to learn something new, and the Library’s Creation Station has many tools and machines for people who want to try out different creative outlets.

Delving into unknown hobbies can be confusing and expensive; our makerspace offers high- and low-tech equipment, as well as the staff to help both new and experienced users navigate it all. So, what exactly can you do in the Creation Station? Here are some ideas to get your started:

Serina Aagard Circulation Specialist

Natrona County Library307 East Second StreetCasper, WY 82601

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Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Video, and now Disney+. These are just a few of the many streaming services available to consumers as more people decide to cut the cable. Yet, with all of these options, there is no service that provides feature films, binge-worthy TV shows, and obscure foreign films all in one place. Or is there?

If you regularly visit the Library, you may have noticed the carts full of DVDs waiting to be put back on the shelves. Many times, a popular movie doesn’t even have a chance to be placed back on the shelves because the next person has already picked it out. At the end of our last fiscal year, physical DVDs and Blu-rays were checked out almost 29,000 times!

While browsing the shelves is the preferred way to check out our collection, you can also place holds from the comfort of

your couch. Our catalog lets you electronically browse all of the new movies and TV shows. Are they already checked out? Get yourself added to the holds list and we will let you know when they are ready to be picked up.

There are the occasional TV shows that never appear on DVD, but most new TV shows are added to the collection as soon as they become available on DVD. How about that movie you weren’t able to catch while it was playing at the theater? We have that, too.

Your library card gives you access to all of these films and TV shows for the low cost of $0 per month and we would never pause your binge marathon to ask you if you’re still watching. Stock up on your favorite titles to help you get through this cold winter, and prepare to “checkout and chill”.

The Library+Conrrado Saldivar Adult Services Specialist

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