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  • Burns News

    Sharon from the Burns Library|Jun 19, 2014

    On June 25, 1987, President Ronald Reagan began a presidential proclamation with the words “More and more Americans are discovering a uniquely American food delicacy — farm-raised catfish.” June 25 is National Catfish Day. It’s a day to enjoy fishing and some tasty fried catfish, or catfish cooked with your favorite recipe. My family loves to go fishing! We will no doubt enjoy National Catfish Day along the banks of Oliver Lake. The bounty of our fishing trip will be saved for a family fish fry on July 4. Summer Reading Celebration is underwa...

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    Sharon from the Burns Library|Jun 12, 2014

    The Burns Branch Library would like to send out a thank you to the person who is mowing our lot. Lorraine Smith, a teacher at Burns Elementary School, has retired. She asked that donations in honor of her retirement be given to the Burns Branch Library. Lorraine, thank you! We will put the funds to good use. Summer Reading Celebration is off and running. Sign up at any Laramie County Library facility or on the bookmobile. Read through the summer to earn prizes! Every Friday in June at 1 p.m. you can view a family movie at the Burns Branch...

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    Sharon from the Burns Library|Jun 5, 2014

    Vacation Bible Fun at Golden Prairie Church, 4996 Road 226, Burns June 9-13 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. call 547-2254 to register Pd. Adv. Summer Break has arrived! One of my favorite treats in the summer is ice cream, especially home made! June 2 is National Rocky Road Day and it’s all about eating ice cream, specifically Rocky Road Ice Cream. Want to make your own Rocky Road Ice Cream? Just add nuts (almonds and/or pecans), mini marshmallows, and chunks of semisweet chocolate to your favorite ice cream recipe. Today would be the perfect day to m...

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    Sharon from the Burns Library|May 29, 2014

    Summer Break has arrived! One of my favorite treats in the summer is ice cream, especially home made! June 2 is National Rocky Road Day and it’s all about eating ice cream, specifically Rocky Road ice cream. Want to make your own Rocky Road Ice Cream? Just add nuts (almonds and/or pecans), mini marshmallows, and chunks of semisweet chocolate to your favorite ice cream recipe. Today would be the perfect day to make, and certainly eat, a batch of Rocky Road ice cream. If you aren’t into making ice cream, visit your favorite ice cream store for...

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    Sharon from the Burns Library|May 22, 2014

    Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day, is an American holiday observed on the last Monday of May. It honors men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Memorial Day originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, at least, it marks the beginning of summer. For decades, Memorial Day was observed on May 30, but in 1968 Congress passe...

  • Burns News

    Sharon from the Burns Library|May 15, 2014

    This is a full week for the school children. On Friday, May 16 the fourth grade class will take the second half of their Wyoming History Field Trip to Ft. Laramie. On Sunday, May 18 at 1 p.m., Burns High School graduation will take place at Burns High School gym. On Monday, May 19 from 8:05 a.m. To 2:25 p.m. the kindergarteners will go on their trip to the Denver Zoo. On Tuesday, May 20 from 8:05a.m. – Noon Grades K-3 will attend “A Day in the Wild” in Pine Bluffs. And on Wednesday, May 21 from 8:05AM – Noon Grades 4-6 will attend “A Day in the...

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    Sharon from the Burns Library|May 8, 2014

    Remember May Day and the tradition of giving May Baskets? Last night at 9 p.m. I heard a knock at the door. When I opened the door no one was there, but I found a little basket filled with all sorts of goodies, even treats for my dogs. I have not received a May Basket since I was a kid. What a wonderful surprise! May also brings the end of the school year and all the track meets, field trips and graduation. Monday, May 1, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: fourth -sixth grade track meet in Pine Bluffs. Friday May 9: the fourth graders will be going on the...

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    Sharon from the Burns Library|May 1, 2014

    9 Burns Branch Library will host a plant and seed exchange. Stop in and enjoy a cup of coffee, look at some gardening books and exchange plants and seeds with fellow gardeners. We are getting very excited for Summer Reading Celebration here at the Burns Branch Library! Our theme this year is Spark Your Imagination. The kick-off is Friday, May 23, the first day to sign up, and we have a special treat planned for you. All ages can participate. All children who finish Summer Reading will receive a book as a final prize and there is a neat prize...

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    Sharon from the Burns Library|Apr 24, 2014

    The sun is shining, the roads are dry, farmers are plowing, people are raking their lawns and today I saw tulips and daffodils blooming. Dare I say it? Spring has sprung! On May 6, 2014, at 6:30 p.m., the Carpenter Elementary School will feature grades K–6, in their Spring Concert. On May 8, 2014 at 6:30 p.m., the Burns Elementary School grades 3-6 will have their Spring Concert. Come enjoy listening to the children as they perform. Visit the Burns Branch Library and browse our new Books on CD and game collections. We also have several newer D...

  • Burns News

    Sharon from the Burns Library|Apr 17, 2014

    Good Friday communion service at 7 p.m. and the Easter service at 9a.m. at the 1ST Prebyterian Church of Burns. Pd. Adv. We are getting very excited for Summer Reading Celebration here at the Burns Branch Library! Our theme this year is Spark Your Imagination. The kick-off is May 23, the first day to sign up, and we have a special treat planned for you. All ages can participate. All children who finish Summer Reading will receive a book as a final prize and there is a neat prize for adults who finish. We received lots of new books this week....

  • Burns News

    Sharon from the Burns Library|Apr 10, 2014

    Burns schools will have an early release April 17 to start their Spring Break that goes through April 21. Old School Café will be closed April 18 in honor of Good Friday. The café will also be closed on April 25 so Charlene can watch Derik swim at the regional games for the Special Olympics. These will be held in Cheyenne and many are going to cheer Derik on! Go, Derik! We are rooting for you! Webster’s American Dictionary of the English Language was printed April 14, 1818. The introduction of a standard American dictionary helped sta...

  • Burns community news

    Sharon from the Burns Library|Apr 3, 2014

    Taco Bingo will be held on April 5th at Burns Elementary. Food service will begin 5 p.m. with bingo beginning at 6:30 p.m. Please help support the Carpenter and Burns schools in this great fundraiser. Stop by for breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Old School Café located in the Burns-Plex. They are open 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday – Friday. They offer fresh pies and pastries plus a different “special” everyday. I’ve heard the hamburgers, cheeseburgers and other entries are delicious, as well! The Burns men’s and women’s track teams participated...