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ON THE CALENDAR: Worland 5K/10K, Pinedale Leadership Event & More…

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WORLAND — Big Horn Mammoth Run June 9, 2012

Looking for a great run/walk program? Check out the Worland/Ten Sleep Chamber of Commerce’s Big Horn Mammoth Run, held on June 9, 2012 in Worland.  Visit their website for more information and the registration form. A half marathon, 10K run and 5K run/walk are all available for every level of participant. All events begin at the Worland High School Warrior Stadium. The half marathon kicks off at 6:30 AM, the 10K/5K at 7:30 AM. The event is sanctioned by USA Track & Field.  Registrations are handled through the Worland/Ten Sleep Chamber of Commerce — 307-347-3226.

PINEDALE — Chick-fil-A Leadercast at Sublette County Library May 4, 2012

Community business leaders can access the knowledge and experience of world-renowned leaders by attending Chick-fil-A Leadercast at the Sublette County Library in Pinedale on May 4, 2012.

Chick-fil-A Leadercast is a one-day leader development event broadcast LIVE from Atlanta, Ga. to hundreds of sites throughout the nation, including Pinedale.  Speakers for this year’s event include:

Tim Tebow, NFL quarterback, Heisman Trophy winner and best-selling author; Urban Meyer, ESPN analyst and former head football coach for the University of Florida; Soledad O’Brien, Anchor and special correspondent for CNN; Patrick Lencioni, Best-selling author and president of The Table Group; John Maxwell, Leadership expert & best-selling author of “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership”; Marcus Buckingham, Strengths strategist, best-selling author and researcher; Angela Ahrendts, CEO, Burberry; Roland Fryer, Professor of economics at Harvard University and CEO of the Education Innovation Laboratory; Andy Stanley, Best-selling leadership author and communicator; Sheena Iyengar, Author of The Art of Choosing and world-renowned expert of choice.

This year’s program will focus on the power of choice. The diverse group of internationally-acclaimed authors, leadership experts and practitioners will share insights to help leaders empower and equip others at work, at home and in the community through his or her choices.

Last year, 85,000 leaders from 17 countries attended Chick-fil-A Leadercast. In its 12th year, this full day, experiential conference is predicted to reach its largest audience to date. “The Chamber focuses on a variety of business development opportunities for our membership and the community.  Leadercast is one of the best, most consolidated sources of leadership that I know of to be offered to people in Wyoming,” said Brian Gray, resident for the Sublette Chamber of Commerce. “But it goes beyond that. I think this conference, although very focused on leadership, transcends the topic and really shows you how to lead in life.”

“The Chamber is proud to host for a second year along with Gillette and Cheyenne. It’s exciting  for our organization to reach out to bring this renowned business event to leaders on the western part of the state,” said Terrie Swift, Executive Director for the Sublette Chamber of Commerce.

For local ticketing information, call 307-367-2242 or visit www.sublettechamber.com. Breakfast and lunch will be served and the event will be presented in a comfortable working environment.  $100/pp. Limited seating available.

Cheyenne Chamber Singers — Image by Keith Turbitt’s Shutter-Vision Photography, Cheyenne

CHEYENNE & GILLETTE — Cheyenne Chamber Singers and Gillette Chamber Singers to Perform in Cheyenne April 29, 2012

Wyoming Voices — A joint concert featuring the Cheyenne Chamber Singers and the Gillette Chamber Singers.  Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Mass in G-Minor.  $15, $10 for seniors and students. South High School Auditorium, Cheyenne, 6:00 PM April 29, 2012

Tickets:  $15 Adults/$10 Seniors and Students

In a first-time collaboration, the Cheyenne Chamber Singers, under the direction of Sean Ambrose, will join the Gillette Chamber Singers, under the direction of Dr. Pat Patton, in a spring program of secular and sacred works.

LARAMIE — University of Wyoming Women’s Club Celebrates 100th Anniversary April 28, 2012

Whether you’re a member (present or past!) of the UW Women’s Club or a community member who wants to see a great fashion show… Join the club this Saturday, April 28, from 6:30-9 PM for their 100th anniversary event! Held at Hart’s Alley in Historic Downtown Laramie (404 S. 2nd St.), “Fashion Through the Ages” will present ladies’ fashion from 1912 through present day.  A $5 charge at the door provides hors d’oeuvres and the show — a cash bar will be available. Come celebrate this club, a part of Laramie life for 100 years — as well as the changes in women’s fashion over 100 years!

Learn more about the club on their website — http://uwwomensclub.com/ — The club is open to all female Laramie residents, whether they are connected to the university or not!


GRAND TETON & YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARKS — Celebrate National Park Week, April 21-29!

Visit our blog post to read more about National Park Week and how it is being celebrated, particularly in Grand Teton National Park — free admission to all of America’s national parks through April 29!

‘Til Next Time,

Kati Hime, Editor

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WYOVORE: Wyoming Food News April 19

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For the Wyoming foodies (from epicureans to great grub lovers), we are excited to offer a regular blog post dedicated to culinary happenings in the Cowboy State. Find weekly specials, updates and news from restaurants and other food services state-wide — and if you have a restaurant or food service that you’d like to see featured in this blog, email us at editor@wyolifestyle.com for more info!

LARAMIE — Altitude Chophouse & Brewery

Here are the specials for Altitude Chophouse & Brewery in Laramie for the following week (through Thursday, April 26) — new specials come out every Thursday!

appetizer special pita pizza — Topped with lamb, basil, onions, tomatoes, spinach and feta cheese. 9.
sweet and spicy chicken — Two baked chicken quarters brushed with an Asian lime chili sauce. Served over cellophane noodles with chili and seaweed infused oils. 13.
pan seared salmon — Served on top of creamy risotto studded with roasted red bell peppers, lemon, basil, capers and fresh oregano. 16.5
steak special — Eight ounce bacon wrapped tenderloin served with creamy mashed potatoes and fresh asparagus. Finished with a dijon horseradish sauce with fresh herbs. 21.
Beer — We are tapping one keg of Sierra Nevada’s special realease, Hoptimum, on Tuesday, April 24th at 5 pm. Scott Cargile from Sierra Nevada and Altitude’s Brewmaster, Nathan Venner, will be in the bar to talk beer throughout the evening.

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LARAMIE — Lovejoy’s Bar & Grill

Here are the specials for Lovejoy’s Bar & Grill in Laramie for the following week (through Thursday, April 26) — new specials come out every Thursday!

chicken churasco salad — Fresh spinach topped with grilled chicken breast and a pineapple and peach salsa. Served with a side of Portuguese spicy red pepper sauce. 8.00
ham and swiss panini — All natural, preservative free black forest ham and melted Swiss cheese stacked on a croissant bun. Accompanied by your choice of fries, chips and salsa, creamy mashed potatoes, cottage cheese or a dinner salad. 7.50

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CODY — The Terrace Restaurant & Bar

The Artini Festival last Saturday (April 14) was another HUGE success! The event was held at the Terrace Restaurant & Bar in Cody, and was sponsored by the Park County Arts Council. Thanks to all who came out and participated — and to those wonderful artisans and mixologists out there! A few images from the event…

Cece Tolin of Vintage in Casper with her floral martini creation!

Lisa’s Black Sambuca…winner of Best Display

And the winner was…….Ginger Martini with Red Pepper Flakes

Artini inspired food

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JACKSON — Green Drinks Return!

Green Drinks JH — Tuesday, April 24 — Join Green Drinks JH at Lotus, 5:00 – 7:00 PM

Please join Green Drinks JH this Tuesday at Lotus! Come to connect with green thinkers, hear about some exciting projects going on in the community, and stay for 2-for-1 dinner!

Shelley Simonton from the Jackson Hole Energy Sustainability Project will be discussing the Eco-Fair. Lotus Cafe will discuss their green business practices.

Hope to see some of you there. And, as always, please walk, ride your bike, carpool or take the START bus to the event!

Special thanks to Lotus Cafe for hosting, and the US Green Building Council and JH Chamber of Commerce. If you are interested in either hosting or presenting at a Green Drinks JH event, please email Green Drinks JH.

 

 

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ON THE CALENDAR: Art, Earth Day, GTNP and more!

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Tonya Pepper, “Encaustic Work”

LANDER:  LANDER ART CENTER ANNUAL MEMBERS SHOW — May 18

The Lander Art Center’s Annual Members Show is scheduled to open May 18, 2012.  We encourage artists around the state to become a Lander Art Center member and participate. Entry fee is $20 for up to three pieces or free to members at the supporter level and up.  All mediums accepted.  Please see Lander Art Center website for details and entry guidelines.

CHEYENNE:  CHEYENNE INTL FILM FESTIVAL IS COMING — MAY 18-20 

Wyoming Film Office and Wyoming Community Media are hosting a tour of out-of-Wyoming filmmakers of movie locations around Southeast Wyoming in conjunction with the Cheyenne International Film Festival (CIFF).

The CIFF begins May 17 in downtown Cheyenne with the local filmmaker and festival reception at the Depot Museum before the festival opens Friday evening May 18 and extends through Sunday May 20. Visit Wyoming Community Media’s website for more information on CIFF and the filmmaker tour.

LARAMIE — UNIVERSITY WOMEN’S CLUB CELEBRATES 100TH ANNIVERSARY

The University Women’s Club (formerly the Faculty Women’s Club) is celebrating their 100th anniversary with a look at fashion through the ages.  Come celebrate the evolution of women in Laramie from 1912 to present — fashion from every decade along with hors d’oeuvres and libations to purchase. Tickets are $5 at the door, Saturday April 28, 6:30-9 PM (fashion show to begin at 7:15); Hart’s Alley, 404 S. 2nd St. (parking most convenient in the back of the buildling!).  Contact club president Kati Hime at 307-755-6896 for more information on the event, organization or serving as a model!

 

CASPER:  TRIBAL SPORTSWEAR’S “HEART FOR ART” EVENT AT FASHION CROSSROADS CELEBRATES LOCAL ART INSTRUCTOR – APRIL 28

Tribal Sportswear has partnered with Fashion Crossroads (228 E. 2nd St., Casper) for their signature charity event, “Heart for Art”. Kyleen Stevenson-Braxton, Co-Owner of Fashion Crossroads, selected art teacher Nancy Lee of Dean Morgan Junior High. “Nancy is a creative and dedicated art teacher who continually motivates her students to produce and to tap into their creative spirits,” says a local resident. “She has a great sense of humor and she is the best art teacher I ever had in my life,” says a student.

On April 28th, Mrs. Lee will be awarded with a plaque and $250 gift card to purchase art supplies. Fashion Crossroads will offer food and refreshments all day for guests, a gift with purchase “Heart for Art” signature t-shirt and raffle of a Tribal outfit to any customer who purchases.

ABOUT HEART FOR ART:  Tribal Sportswear launched “Heart for Art” initiative in 2012 to support art programs in middle schools. “‘Heart for Art’ was created to engage our retail partners and the local communities by supporting and strengthening creativity in the visual and performing art departments,” Tribal Sportswear says.

Visit Fashion Crossroads in Casper — 228 E 2nd St. — April 28th for this special event!

GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK — EXPLORE THE PARK DURING NATIONAL PARK WEEK

Grand Teton National Park offers free admission and more during National Park Week from April 21-29. (Not close to GTNP? ALL 397 US National Parks are FREE during National Park Week!)

Several fun-filled activities and events are planned for the whole family and these are also free of charge. Visitors and local residents are encouraged to plan a getaway to experience the natural wonder of Grand Teton during National Park Week. As this year’s theme “Picture Yourself in a Park” suggests, it’s a perfect time to make memories and capture photographs to share online at http://www.nps.gov/npweek/.

Visit our blog post for more information on events, activities, specials and more to enjoy throughout Grand Teton National Park during National Park Week — April 21-29, 2012!

JACKSON — PICNIC FOR THE PLANET TO CELEBRATE EARTH DAY

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FROM THE PARKS: Explore GTNP for FREE during National Park Week, Apr 21-29

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Grand Teton National Park offers free admission and more during National Park Week from April 21-29.

Several fun-filled activities and events are planned for the whole family and these are also free of charge. Visitors and local residents are encouraged to plan a getaway to experience the natural wonder of Grand Teton during National Park Week. As this year’s theme “Picture Yourself in a Park” suggests, it’s a perfect time to make memories and capture photographs to share online at http://www.nps.gov/npweek/.

To celebrate National Park Week and the arrival of spring, ranger naturalists will lead early-morning tours to observe strutting sage grouse as they perform their annual courtship dance on an historic lek (mating arena) located just off the Antelope Flats Road near Mormon Row. Tours will take place April 21–22 and April 28–29 and begin from the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center at 5:30 a.m. Reservations are required; call 307.739.3399 to make a reservation and get advice on what to wear and bring along

The Teton Park Road is free of snow, but vehicles are not allowed to drive it until May 1st. Consequently, National Park Week presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a hike, bike ride or rollerblade outing on the road before summer traffic begins. Spring weather can be changeable and inclement, so be prepared with layered clothing and/or a windproof jacket, and carry water and energy snacks.

In recognition of National Park Week, The Murie Center staff will offer guided tours of the historic Murie Ranch at 4 p.m. on Saturday April 21 and Saturday April 28. Explore the Teton home of the Murie family that served as a base camp and center for the American conservation movement in the 1950s and 60s.

Several activities are scheduled for National Junior Ranger Day on Saturday, April 28 at the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center in Moose. Festivities include:

10 a.m. —a living history demonstration on mountain men

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — an inspection of vehicles and equipment regularly used in park operations; these will include an ambulance, fire

engine, patrol car and snowplow.

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — a live bird demonstration by Teton Raptor Center bird biologists

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — a ranger boot camp and obstacle course where children compete in physical activities that mimic park ranger      jobs; an animal Olympics game where youngsters can test their skills against the abilities of various wildlife species; a story corner for     listening to tales about Grand Teton; a touch table with animal furs, feathers and bones to feel; a cultural history station that showcases objects from the David T. Vernon Collection of Indian Arts; and a station where children can dress up in an genuine ranger uniform.

2 p.m. — a second mountain man demonstration.

Children who participate in at least three of the activities will earn either a Junior Ranger patch or badge. Grand Teton Association will offer a 15% discount in the Discovery Center bookstore on Junior Ranger Day.

Numerous educational and informational books and other interesting items (videos, posters, ornaments, plush animals, toys, etc.) may be purchased using the special Junior Ranger Day discount.

During National Park Week, all 397 national park areas offer free admission all week long. A seven-day pass to Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks is normally $25 for a private vehicle.

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Wyovore: Wyoming Food News – April 12

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For the Wyoming foodies (from epicureans to great grub lovers), we are excited to offer a regular blog post dedicated to culinary happenings in the Cowboy State. Find weekly specials, updates and news from restaurants and other food services state-wide — and if you have a restaurant or food service that you’d like to see featured in this blog, email us at editor@wyolifestyle.com for more info!

JACKSON — Snake River Brewery:  Snake River Brewing has turned to a full can and keg brewery! The brewery made the move from bottles to cans for many reasons — a highlighted list:   cans are better for beer (oxygen & UV light are kept out); their cans are made in Worland, WY (we love local!); the lighter cans take less fossil fuels to ship; cans are great for local recycling centers… We’re digging it!

265 S. Milward, Jackson — 307-739-BEER

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JACKSON — Nani’s Cucina Italiana:  This off-season, Nani’s special offer is a $22 create your own, 3-course dinner (choose from any salad, pasta, glass wine or individual dessert). All off-season, Nani’s will donate $2 per 3-course dinner or per entrée of equal or greater value as well as offer you the opportunity to match Nani’s donation  to gather enough money to fund the creation of at least one garden of Slow Food’s Terra Madre movement across Africa. Visit the Thousand Gardens in Africa website for more information on this program!

242 N. Glenwood, Jackson — 307-733-3888

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GOSHEN COUNTY — Table Mountain Vineyards:  It’s no secret that we dig darn near everything that Patrick and our other buds over at TMV put out there. Read Patrick’s latest column in the current issue of Lifestyle (“A Sprinter Walk Through the Vines”), and check out this video they put out of the Sandhill Cranes migrating past the vineyard… Is it food? No. Is it made by a rocking Wyoming winery? Yes. As you prepare for your summer adventures, I highly recommend placing Goshen County on your list:  visit Fort Laramie National Historic Site and fill your brain with some amazing Wyoming history; then journey over to nearby Huntley and visit the winery. Their tasting room is full of good wine AND good Wyoming-made products…

307-459-0233

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CODY:  The Terrace Restaurant & Park County Arts Council host Artini Fest 2012 on April 14

The $25 ticket price when purchased in advance — $30 at the door) provides a lively evening on Saturday, April 14 at The Terrace Restaurant & Bar, 525 West Yellowstone Avenue in Cody starting at 6:00 pm. Tickets are available in advance at The Terrace (contact them for more locations for ticket pre-sales,) and of course at the door on the day of the festival – tickets are limited. All proceeds from this event benefit thePark County Arts Council. For further information, please call The Terrace at 307.587.5868 or the Park County Arts Council at 307.899.6693.

Shake out your favorite cocktail attire and head to Cody for a stirring night of Martinis and Art!

525 W. Yellowstone Ave, Cody — 307-587-5868

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LARAMIE:  Altitude Chophouse & Brewery Weekly Specials

Weekly specials hit one of Laramie’s favorite eateries every Thursday — so stay tuned for more weekly goodness from this sophisticated yet welcoming gathering spot for food, brew, cocktails and more in Historic Downtown Laramie…

first course – fried mozzarella salad: Spinach, tomatoes and roasted bell peppers tossed in a basil pesto vinaigrette and topped with breaded and fried fresh mozzarella. 8.
grilled pork loin: Topped with apple slices sauteed in butter with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and toasted pecans. Served with creamy mashed potatoes. Accompanied by a cup of soup or a dinner salad with your choice of dressing. 14.
italian sausage and ricotta manicotti: Topped with a sundried tomato cream sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. Accompanied by a cup of soup or a dinner salad with your choice of dressing. 12.
new york strip: Twelve ounces of Certified Angus Beef® brushed with house made root beer bbq sauce and grilled to your liking. Paired with a side of garlic fries. Accompanied by a cup of soup or a dinner salad with your choice of dressing. 18.

320 S. 2nd St., Laramie — 307-721-4031

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LARAMIE:  Lovejoy’s Bar & Grill Weekly Specials

Lovejoy’s is a favorite with the locals — meet with friends, take in a train or two as they whiz by right out the window, and take in the atmosphere. Great place to unwind after work or a weekend adventure around Southeast Wyoming. Check out this week’s specials, beginning on Thursday April 12:

chicken churasco: Grilled chicken breast, fresh pineapple, red bell peppers and shredded lettuce tucked in a warm pita with Portuguese spicy red pepper sauce. Accompanied by your choice of fries, chips and salsa, creamy mashed potatoes, cottage cheese or a dinner salad. 7.50
grilled sirloin: Six ounces of Certified Angus Beef® grilled to your liking and topped with mushrooms, tomatoes and red bell peppers sauteed in a garlic butter sauce. Served with creamy mashed potatoes and your choice of a dinner salad or homemade soup. 12.

207 S. 1st St., Laramie — 307-745-0141

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‘Til Next Time…

Kati Hime, Editor

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On the Calendar: Art & Adventure

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LARAMIE — THE GRYPHON THEATER AT THE LARAMIE PLAINS CIVIC CENTER:  Screen Door Porch  RatTrapper

Seader Rose & Aaron Davis, Screen Door Porch

“All my years are gone, faded one by one, washed into the grain,” professes Seadar Rose in the opening lines of “Wrong the Right,” the lead track on Screen Door Porch’s self-titled debut album. Check out Screen Door Porch from Jackson, named NPR’s Best of Wyoming! Friday 4/13  Doors: 6:30 PM / Show: 7:30 PM

CHEYENNE — Art, Design & Dine kicks off the season in April 

Check out Art, Design & Dine’s Season Opener, April 12 from 5 – 8 PM  See the map for locations! Contact artsygeorgia@yahoo.com or call 229-546-5183 with questions!

FT. LARAMIE — Historical Fiction Writing Contest Announced

Dust off that old typewriter or fire-up that slick, new iPad® because the Fort Laramie Historical Association would like to invite you to create a short piece of historical fiction for our writing contest. Your story needs to be as historically accurate as possible and take place at Fort Laramie sometime during 1834-1890. Will your story be a mystery with an added twist of time travel or a love story that ends with an exquisite wedding at the fort? Whatever you envision, we can’t wait to read it! Make sure you follow the rules below and submit your story by 12:00 p.m. MST, April 30, 2012. The winning stories will be published in our May 2012 e-Bugler. Good luck and happy writing!

The Rules:  must be an original, unpublished piece of historical fiction — 10 pages maximum — Times Roman, 12pt font — double spaced — topic: historical fiction that takes place at Fort Laramie sometime between 1834-1890 — due date: 12:00 p.m. MST, April 30, 2012 — submit papers to: Fort Laramie Historical Association, Historical Fiction Writing Contest, 965 Gray Rocks Rd, Fort Laramie, WY 82212 or flha@vistabeam.com. Whether mailing or e-mailing, your story must be in our possession by 12 p.m. on April 30th to be included in the contest.  Please type “Entry Form” information at the top of your story. You don’t have to attach an official “Entry Form”.

 

LANDER ART CENTER — 32nd Red Desert Audubon Wildlife Art Show 

Art by Christopher Bookout

The 32nd annual Red Dersert Audubon Wildlife Art Show opens April 6, 6-8 pm, at the Lander Art Center.  Featuring over 70 artworks from 25 artists, the show features detailed watercolor, painting, encaustic, and ceramic works depicting Wyoming natural flora and fauna. On exhibit through May 12, 2012 4pm.

LANDER — SUPPORT MISS WY USA 2012 

Show some love for Lander’s Holly Allen as she journeys to Las Vegas for the Miss USA competition — best of luck to Holly, Miss Wyoming USA 2012!

CODY — ARTINI FESTIVAL COMING UP! 

Throughout the evening, The Terrace Restaurant & Bar will provide sumptuous hors d’ oeuvres to tantalize your taste buds and compliment your martini palate. Cash prizes and prestigious awards are available to daring martini mixologists and inspired artini artists. All media is being accepted to guarantee a wide variety of interpretations of the martini and the martini culture from the past and its new resurgence. To reserve your bartender table, advance notice is required. Artwork must be delivered prior to the event. Contact The Terrace for more information — click on this link to be connected with their Facebook page or call The Terrace at 307.587.5868.

The $25 ticket price when purchased in advance — $30 at the door) provides a lively evening on Saturday, April 14 at Geyser on The Terrace, 525 West Yellowstone Avenue in Cody starting at 6:00 pm. Tickets are available in advance at The Terrace (contact them for more locations for ticket pre-sales,) and of course at the door on the day of the festival – tickets are limited. All proceeds from this event benefit thePark County Arts Council. For further information, please call The Terrace at 307.587.5868 or the Park County Arts Council at 307.899.6693.

Shake out your favorite cocktail attire and head to Cody for a stirring night of Martinis and Art!

 

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Cody’s Artini Festival, Casper’s Corridor Gallery, Laramie Downtown an economic success

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WYOMING ARTINI FESTIVAL IN CODY

The Terrace Restaurant & Bar and the Park County Arts Council are collaborating once again to host their Wyoming Artini Festival.  This artful challenge for martini enthusiasts and artistic competitors will once again tantalize the senses of our “artini” supporters. There will be a “whole lotta shakin'” going on as attendees wander among bartenders competing for the title of Master Martini Mixologist and peruse the silent auction artwork by area and regional artists. This gala event attracts martini and art enthusiasts from the entire Big Horn Basin dressed in cowboy to cocktail attire.

Throughout the evening, The Terrace Restaurant & Bar will provide sumptuous hors d’ oeuvres to tantalize your taste buds and compliment your martini palate. Cash prizes and prestigious awards are available to daring martini mixologists and inspired artini artists. All media is being accepted to guarantee a wide variety of interpretations of the martini and the martini culture from the past and its new resurgence. To reserve your bartender table, advance notice is required. Artwork must be delivered prior to the event. Contact The Terrace for more information — click on this link to be connected with their Facebook page or call The Terrace at 307.587.5868.

The $25 ticket price when purchased in advance — $30 at the door) provides a lively evening on Saturday, April 14 at Geyser on The Terrace, 525 West Yellowstone Avenue in Cody starting at 6:00 pm. Tickets are available in advance at The Terrace (contact them for more locations for ticket pre-sales,) and of course at the door on the day of the festival – tickets are limited. All proceeds from this event benefit the Park County Arts Council. For further information, please call The Terrace at 307.587.5868 or the Park County Arts Council at 307.899.6693.

Shake out your favorite cocktail attire and head to Cody for a stirring night of Martinis and Art!

LARAMIE MAIN STREET ALLIANCE CELEBRATES ECONOMIC SUCCESS

The Laramie Main Street Alliance celebrated several successes in 2011 in downtown Laramie including the opening of 12 new businesses and, among Main Street communities in Wyoming, led the state in job growth including 28 net full time jobs and 16 net part time positions. As a way to educate and thank their partners, they have developed a short, two-minute promotional video — follow the link:

Historic Downtown Laramie 2011

 

 

“Baby Fox”, LuDel Deal Walter

CORRIDOR GALLERY IN CASPER WELCOME LuDEL DEAL WALTER 

Refuse – Original Art by LuDel Deal Walter

The Refuse of life remains.  We Refuse to look at it.  This work Re-fuses the discarded object with meaning. My work communicates the boundaries of where time passes into memory and life passes into death.  How does memory hold the past captive?  How does place tie into time and memory?  This body of work refuses the passage of time by freezing the process of decay — a stop-action of a very slow natural process.  Memory seems to work in a similar fashion; as we recall people and events from our memories, they are frozen at a particular time like stop-action movie stills or loops of a single scene.

I incorporate objects that are often ignored or overlooked to create meaning.  The carcasses and the refuse of our lives are more than simple objects; they connect to the time when life and purpose was contained there.  I am using recycled and found objects (hand-made paper, junk, bones, etc.) to represent the passage of time and the space between life and death.  I find that by using images of actual carcasses and garbage in combination with textured papers and found objects, I have a stronger connection to the work because I’m forced to consider the feelings of disgust, shame and ambivalence surrounding the objects.  This body of work refuses the inevitability of  loss of meaning and purpose. We no longer revere life enough to consider the process of dying; because we can’t embrace death, we can’t fully embrace life.  Every living thing has a quality that leaves the body at the time of death.  Every object has a quality of memory.  What is that liminal quality?  Where is it?  These pieces are intended to ask the viewer to consider the life and purpose that once inhabited these images. – LuDel Deal Walter

The Corridor Gallery proudly presents “Refuse”, a solo exhibit of Wyoming artist LuDel Deal Walter. LuDel is an accomplished artist that is following through with her first Corridor solo exhibit after winning “Best In Show” during a past Corridor call-for-entries show based upon the subject of religion. The public and press are invited to attend the opening reception of “Refuse” on Friday, March 30th at 7pm. The exhibit will show only through Sunday, April 1st. The Corridor Gallery appreciates your continued support for local and regional artwork.

Event Details

Event: “Refuse” Original Artwork by Wyoming artist LuDel Deal Walter

Specifics: Located at The Corridor Gallery: 120 E. 2nd St. Casper, WY 82601 Tickets Cost/Avail: Free Admission Opening Reception: Friday, March 30th at 7:00pm Open Showing: Saturday, March 31st 10:00am to 5:00pm Sunday, April 1st noon to 4pm

Information: For more information, please contact The Corridor Gallery at 307.333-7035, Reed at 307. 259.8001 or visit www.thecorridorgallery.com LuDel Deal Walter email: pretendunbutton@hotmail.com

 

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WY Cowboys Head to Invitational & Jackson Hole Chamber Receives Recognition

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The Wyoming Cowboys are invitational bound! Check out the details on the upcoming game THIS Wednesday, March 14, vs. North Dakota State at the AA…

From the Cowboy Joe Club:  What a season Coach Shyatt and the seniors put together this year!   After achieving a 20-11 record, the Cowboys were able to clinch one of only 16 spots in the 2012 College Basketball Invitational (CBI).  This year’s field is stacked with high profile participants such as 2010 and 2011 national runner up Butler, Oregon State and Washington State out of the Pac 12, Pittsburgh out of the Big East, and out of the Ivy League, Princeton and Penn!  For the Cowboys, the tournament starts this Wednesday (March 14) at 7pm with a home game vs North Dakota State.  Along with the game, we will be hosting a very special halftime show honoring Kenny Sailors on his induction into the College Basketball Hall of Fame!

We encourage all of our fans not only to attend the game but to bring your friends to support our cowboys.  If you’re not able to attend the game this Wednesday we ask for your consideration in showing your support of Head Coach Larry Shyatt and the Cowboys by purchasing a ticket to the game.

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Cowboy fans may purchase tickets through the Wyoming Athletics Ticket Office by going online at WyomingAthletics.com or by calling 877-WYO-FAN1 (877-996-3261) or 307-766-4850. Tickets are $16 for adults, $8 for youth (3-18) and $5 for UW students.  Unfortunately this game will not be televised.

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The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce has received quite a recognition! Read on for more information…

From the Jackson Hole Chamber:  The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce received notification that it has received a Four Star Accreditation by the US Chamber of Commerce.  This places the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce in the top 2% of 6,936 chambers of commerce in the United States.  The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is the only accredited chamber of commerce in Wyoming and part of an elite group of 152 chambers of commerce nationwide that have been validated by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Accreditation Program as “having solid programs, demonstrating clear organizational procedures, and as being a catalyst for positive action in the community.”

The US Chamber of Commerce states that “The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce has demonstrated a good track record of operating a successful chamber and achieving desirable results for its members.  The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is proud to accredit the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce with our 4-Star designation.  Congratulations on this remarkable achievement!”  The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce improved upon its Three Star Accreditation in 2006.  Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tim O’Donoghue states:  “Since 2006, we have worked at continuous improvement of our member services, organizational capabilities and performance, and effectiveness at championing the interests of local businesses, enhancing their prosperity, strengthening the economic climate of Teton County, and being an active contributor to the interests of business in the State of Wyoming.  We have received this accreditation and recognition through a rigorous process conducted by a panel of industry experts and leaders.  While we may never fully meet the accreditation criteria of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce because of our non-partisan, non-endorsement of political candidates, we are pleased to have received this accreditation and high-level recognition of our work and organization.  I also believe our accreditation is a reflection of the excellence present in our business and overall community.”

For more information on the Accreditation of the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce, please contact Tim O’Donoghue at (307) 733-3316 or timo@jacksonholechamber.com.

Congratulations to everyone — best of luck to Cowboy Bball this week — GO WYO!

‘Til Next Time…

Kati Hime, Editor

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Happy Birthday Yellowstone!

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Yellowstone National Park turns 140 today! The park was established by President Ulysses S. Grant on March 1, 1872 — the first national park in the world!  It has been enjoyed by generations from across the entire planet — and its majority lies within our own boundaries in Wyoming.  Idaho and Montana also contain portions of the park. The Yellowstone Caldera is the largest supervolcano on the continent, and because of this the ongoing thermal activity makes Yellowstone a site to behold — 60% of the world’s geysers reside in the park, including world renowned Old Faithful.

Many people have memories and stories of Yellowstone National Park, and we’d love to celebrate its birthday today by hearing your stories!  Did you visit as a child? In different seasons?  Do you remember the 1988 Yellowstone fires?  As a child, our family visited the summer after the fires, in 1989.  It was quite the experience!

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Please share your stories, photos and memories with us, and we will add them to this blog! Post here, on our Facebook page, our Twitter page (@wyolifestylemag), or email us at editor@wyolifestyle.com!

Happy Birthday Yellowstone — May you live long and wow millions more with your wonders!

Kati Hime, Editor

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Trumpeter Swan Presentation in Jackson

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SPECIAL PROGRAM TO DISCUSS TRUMPETER SWAN HABITAT AND DISTRIBUTION


The National Elk Refuge will be hosting its third program in a winter


lunchtime speaker series on Friday,February 24 at 12:30 pm.


The hour–long presentation, which will be held at the Jackson Hole


& Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center at 532 N. Cache Street in


Jackson, will be led by Nongame Biologist Susan Patla from the Wyoming


Game & Fish Department.






Patla has been responsible for the management and monitoring of


wild trumpeter swans in Wyoming since 1999. She also served as


the chairperson of the Greater Yellowstone Trumpeter Swan Working


Group for 10 years. During her presentation, Patla will describe


her work to manage and improve swan habitat and talk about


swan distribution in the state. “Trumpeter swans are one of Wyoming’s


rarest and most magnificent resident birds,” Patla said. “The National


Elk Refuge is one of the best locations in the state to observe


them throughout the year.” Patla will also discuss new grant projects


that create wetlands for nesting swans on private land in partnership


with landowners.


Patla’s presentation is open to the public and free of charge.


Participants may bring a lunch to enjoy during the noon hour talk;


light refreshments will be served. For more information on the program,


please contact the National Elk Refuge administrative offices at 307.733.9212.




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Thanks to our friend DJ Anderson for keeping us informed with great events from Saratoga! The annual cutter races were held this past weekend…it’s always a great time!  More info from DJ on cutter racing and some images from this year’s and last year’s event follow…thanks to our friends for keeping us plugged in to great Wyoming information!




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DJ Anderson sent us this information from Star Valley:  Cutter racing had its start in the late 1930’s with two milk wagons barreling away from the Freedom Cheese Factory in a mad dash to see who had the faster team.  This impromptu sport progressed when they dropped the wagon and ran with the front bob to get the faster time.  Cutters became popular during the winter and they began starting races using the ‘Lay 7 Tap’ method.  Cutters with tracks were popular until the 1960’s when wheeled chariots became common with the advent of dirt tracks (vs. the maintenance-intensive snow track). Cutter races were held in many different towns and the track might be the main street, a field or anywhere a track could be marked out.  Starting gates were scarce and were moved from track to track.  For many years, Thayne, WY hosted the cutter races in Star Valley with the gairgrounds in Afton being an alternate race location.  Thayne was known as the home of cutter racing and in 1948 The Racing Club was chartered.  In 1994, thanks to the support of the public and local businesses, the best track int he state of Wyoming is located in Afton.  It is a snow track which is rpetty uncommon now — the races do use wheeled chariots but the track provides a beautiful backdrop.  One can also get better photos than mud flying from a dirt track!


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Learn more about cutter racing in Wyoming via the Wyoming Tourism website, Star Valley Chariot Racing on Facebook, or the Carbon County tourism website! Thanks to DJ Anderson for passing along this great information and photos!


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Check Out the Caddie Shack

				

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When we were in Casper last Friday, we stopped in at one of Casper’s newest All-American restaurants…the Caddie Shack! Located at the Casper Municipal Golf Course, the restaurant also includes a bar area and a veranda that overlooks both Casper Mountain as well as the greens at the Muni.  We opted for indoor seating since we had our kiddos in tow, and, well, it was late January.  Summer, one of the restaurant’s owners, had promised me their burgers were an experience to be had, and WOW was she right!  Levi and I both chowed down on a flavorful burger that was cooked just to our request, with a nice thick bun that was both unique and filling.  It was a good thing our kids were loving the fries, because they were able to help us finish ours – we were stuffed!  The kids picked hot dogs from the kids’ menu, an item I also noticed on their adult menu as well.  There were many other interesting items, including some tempting salads and soups that would have warmed the cold spot the Wyoming wind had created, but we were feeling rather carnivorous that day.  The Caddie Shack’s burgers do NOT disappoint!


Our server had several tables keeping him busy at once when we arrived, but he still took he time to greet us and invite us to pick a table.  We were able to find a spot with multiple TVs to keep us entertained…golf of course was the channel of choice, which Levi was thrilled with…another screen had Nascar highlights, which kept the kiddos entertained. I noticed on their board that they have a Super Bowl party and other special events coming up — so be sure to stay tuned to their Facebook page and website for more information, as well as their daily specials and yummy soups! Even with the busy atmosphere, our server collected our order and delivered our food in good time.  We always come loaded with special questions when we dine out as we have a few health concerns in our clan — our server was excellent and knowledgeable.  We’re always thankful when a restaurant knows their stuff!


The cool thing about the Caddie Shack is they’re open during the off-season for golfing as well — and they also offer catering services!  For more information, visit their website, Facebook page, or call them at 307-233-6619.  Stop in for lunch and check out their burgers…and see if you can eat a whole one! They are VERY filling!


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Wyoming Happenings in February!

				

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WOW there are a LOT of great events happening in Wyoming in February! Read on below for information…and if you have events that you’d like to add to our list here, just give us a shout at editor@wyolifestyle.com!




image — South Fork Ice Festival


SOUTH FORK ICE FESTIVAL —  This awesome annual event is on its way! News from the South Fork Ice staff…


Friends, guides, gear reps and instructors-


From the staff of southforkice.com — We now have 23 more days until the 14th annual “Waterfall Ice” Festival starts in CODY, WY! Event starts on Friday, February 17 at noon and will end on President’s Day, February 20th at noon.




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We are very excited for the 83 participants already signed up on-line and for the sponsors and vendors who are coming to support this “friendliest little ice festival” at the Cody Auditorium located at 1240 Beck Ave, same as last year.




image — South Fork Ice Festival


Visit www.southforkice.com for schedule of events, details on registration and more — this is a great annual Cody-area event!




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JACKSON HOLE JEWISH MUSIC FESTIVAL —  Read on for exciting details on the upcoming Jackson Hole Jewish Music Festival! (Read our current issue for more information on Chabbad Wyoming.)


JEWISH KLEZMER CONCERT




Klezmania — www.bennybemusic.com


The opening concert for this year’s annual Jackson Hole Jewish Music Festival is the widely acclaimed Klezmania, founded in 1989 in San Francisco by world-class artist Ben Brussell.


A classically trained jazz musician and musicologist, Brussell plans to perform primarily Klezmer and Yiddish music followed by a sing-a-long with traditional Israeli songs that are popular in the US. He became enamored with Klezmer upon discovering it in high school. “I was a Jewish typical kid from the suburbs and I was so proud that this was part of my culture,” he said.


Klezmania is a contemporary representation of Klezmer music, he explained. “It’s interesting to be a modern Jew doing this antiquated music with the community and hearing peoples’ response to it.” He stresses that here has been much innovation, noting the influence of classical and American jazz.


Much of the band’s improvisation is based upon Eastern European folk music idioms. “My contention has always been to push the boundaries of music. I think the music itself shouldn’t be sacrificed spiritually. The Ashkenazi Jewish experience is channeled through this music. The music itself is very pure, a soulful expression of the Jewish narrative.”


“Our approach is more like a New York society band. We dress up in suits. We’re a jazz band doing Klezmer. We don’t use a clarinet; we use a soprano saxophone. We’re probably the only Klezmer band on the planet that doesn’t use a clarinet,” Brussell says.


The accolades they get are manifold. “Their performance exceeded our wildest hopes,” one fan enthused.


“No words can describe how terrific you were,” raved another. “Being a musician myself, I’ve always believed that music is the most important element of any event.”


According to Brussell, “what we’re doing is unique because we’re a thriving simcha [celebration event] band that has transcended into the concert realm.” The musicians are of diverse backgrounds and were chosen for their superior talent.  Depending on the event, they play mandolin, violin, saxophone, accordion, keyboard, guitar, bass and drums. “Klezmer has many layers, just like any type of music,” Brussell said.


As for the Jackson Hole event, he thinks that it’s “exciting, and I’m honored to be going.” The kick-off event takes place Sunday, February 12, 5 pm, at Snake River Lodge & Spa, Sundance Ballroom, 7710 Granite Loop Road, Teton Village, Wyoming.




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For more information about the Klezmania concert and for tickets call 307.462.0847, or visit jhjmf.org.


CRYSTAL CLASSIC WINTER FESTIVAL — GREEN RIVER




February 17 & 18 brings annual excitement to Green River, as ice sculptors, foodies, runners and more from many locations converge for the Crystal Classic Winter Festival! An $11,000 purse prize is being offered in the Crystal Classic Ice Sculpting Competition…events such as Soup Cook-Offs, Snowshoe Softball, a 5K run, Human Dog Sled Racing, a pancake breakfast and more add to the fun — visit the City of Green River’s website and find schedule, registration information, and more! The whole community gets into the event! Green River is known for its love of art and this weekend doesn’t disappoint — make sure to visit the ice sculpting competition while you’re there to view some acts of wonderful winter art!




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WILD WEST WINTER CARNIVAL — Riverton




image from Wild West Winter Carnival


The annual Wild West Winter Carnival in Riverton is FULL of fun! Ice sculpting, Quick Draw, Crab Crack and more! Visit their website for event schedule and lots of details!


RAILS & BAILS TERRAIN PARK EVENT — Cody 




Check out all the fun at Sleeping Giant Ski Area in Cody — an AWESOME community resort right in Yellowstone’s backyard!


KNOW OF ANOTHER FEBRUARY EVENT THAT WE NEED TO PROMOTE? Shoot us an email at editor@wyolifestyle.com and we’ll be sure to add it! Pictures make the post even more interesting to the viewer — be sure to include all credits!


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The 2012 International Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race (IPSSSDR) starts Friday!  Visit their website at www.wyomingstagestop.org for lots of information, past results and some great images by Chris Havener.  According to the IPSSSDR’s website:  “In 1996 Frank Teasley, with the help of public nurse Jayne Ottman, launched the International Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race to showcase the beautiful state of Wyoming and to make sled dog racing more accessible to the public. In addition, the race worked to spread the word about the need for childhood immunizations—and each year the race makes a contribution to communities on the race route for childhood immunizations.”




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The 2012 schedule is as follows:


Friday, January 27: Jackson Hole


Saturday, January 28: Travel Day


Sunday, January 29: Lander


Monday, January 30: Pinedale/Cora


Tuesday, January 31: Big Piney/Marbleton


Wednesday, February 1: Alpine


Thursday, February 2: Evanston 1st day of racing


Friday, February 3: Evanston 2nd day of racing


Saturday, February 4: Park City




All images by Chris Havener


Here is the kickoff day’s timeline for events from Jackson!


Timeline race start at Town Square Friday, January 27, 2012:


5:00 Music on the sound system, food and booths


5:00 Storm Show’s 2011 ski/ride film “Action Jackson” playing on the JumboTron


6:00 P.M.  Welcome


6:30 IPSSSDR RACE START


7-9 Pedigree Party at Snow King


8  Torchlight Parade


8:30 Fireworks


Please note: START Bus runs every 15 minutes from the Town Square to the corner of Cache and Snow King from 7-8 PM then from 8-9 it runs from Town Square to Snow King Center Bus Stop.




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Time to get mushin’!


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Looking for something to do in Wyoming on New Year’s Eve?  We have some suggestions for you — and let us know what we’ve missed, we’ll be sure to add it!


CHEYENNE:  Wyoming Community Media is bringing live video streaming of Cheyenne’s New Year’s celebration online — and we get to play hosts! Join Levi & I as we interview folks and bring the celebration to you! http://wyocomedia.wordpress.com/2011/12/27/live-coverage-lightson-nye-ball-drop/  Coverage will be streamed on KGWN TV 5’s website beginning at 11:30! http://www.kgwn.tv/


CASPER:  First Night Casper — Substance-free, family-friendly and culturally rich — a great event! Check it out on our blog:  http://www.wyolifestyle.com/blog/?p=536


CASPER:  Lai Thai’s New Year’s Eve celebration:  http://www.facebook.com/events/260871460639248/


CASPER:  https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151072188080650&set=a.10150248260140650.489664.517285649&type=1&theater


LARAMIE:  Attend the coronation of Laramie Jubilee Days Queen-to-be! http://laramielive.com/2012-laramie-jubilee-days-coronation-audio/


JACKSON:  Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has a LOT of events listed on their website:  New Year’s Eve Champagne Special at Terra Cafe at Hotel Terra…Glow Worm & Torch Light Parade & Fireworks…New Year’s Gondi Gala at Couloir…Kids’ Night Out…New Year’s Eve Party at the Peak, Four Seasons Resort…WOW! http://jacksonhole.com/activities-events/calendar-of-events.html


JACKSON:  Thanks to Aaron Davis for the scoop! Screen Door Porch is playing the lobby of Snow King Hotel in Jackson. 9pm-12:30am. $5. Americana, Rock, Folk-Blues. Get there early because it fills up fast! More info at ScreenDoorPorch.com.


JACKSON:  Check out the music scene for New Year’s Eve in the Teton area thanks to Aaron Davis Music:  http://aarondavismusic.com/2011/12/new-years-eve-music-in-jackson-hole/


JACKSON:  Check out The Mountain Pulse for a full list of Teton New Year’s Eve happenings! http://www.themountainpulse.com/2011/12/new-years-eve-event-roundup/


LANDER:  Thanks to Jennifer Cole O’Connor for the scoop! Lander Children’s Museum is hosting New Year’s at Noon on Saturday! http://www.landerchildrensmuseum.org/calendar.html  


EVANSTON:  Thanks to Samantha Hill for the scoop! Evanston has Time Square in Depot Square…always a good fireworks show!  http://www.evanstonwy.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=247


ROCK SPRINGS:  Thanks to Bernice Shuster for the scoop! From Rock Springs Main Street:  Have you gotten your tickets for this year’s Top Hats and Tiaras New Year’s Eve Ball? We still have a few left and it’s a great way to ring in 2012! Call TODAY to reserve your tickets: 352-1434.  Click on the name for their Facebook page!


ROCK SPRINGS:  Thanks to Bernice Shuster for all sorts of great tips! The Young At Heart Sr. Center (YAH) is having a New Year’s Eve Family Night Dinner and Dance at the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs. Roast Beef dinner and all the extras from 6pm to 8pm. The dinner and dance is from 6 pm to 1 am. $20/person ($5 ages 10 and under). The Sundowners & EIO Bands will be playing. Tickets available at the door or at the YAH. You can reserve a table by calling 307-352-6737. Games for the kids.


ROCK SPRINGS:  The Rock Springs Civic Center will be hosting a New Year To Remember. Kids 7-12 can stay until 1am for $17.00. The fee includes a t-shirt, swimming, games, dinner and snacks. Sign up starts at 8pm on Dec. 31st and children must be picked up by 1 am. This is not an all night party! Proof of age may be requested.


SHERIDAN:  Thanks to Buy Local Sheridan for the scoop! Check out the Rails to jam to the Teka Brock Band and Greenhorse … Or head to the Holiday Inn for Gumby Brown & The Nifty Critters! 


CODY:  New Year’s Eve Masquerade Party at Olive Glenn Golf & Country Club:  http://www.codychamber.org/events.cfm?id=3045  Celebrate the ball dropping at the Irma Hotel! http://www.codychamber.org/events.cfm?id=3125


See what we’ve missed?  Shoot us an email at editor@wyolifestyle.com and we’ll be sure to add your event!


‘Til Next Time…HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!


Kati Hime, Editor


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