ON THE CALENDAR: December 21, 2012

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CHEYENNE: Black Dog Animal Rescue’s Pet Pictures with Santa

Black Dog Animal Rescue to host Pet Pictures with Santa. Sunday, December 9th from 10 am until 2 pm at The Historic Train Depot in Cheyenne . Black Dog Animal Rescue’s popular Merry Mutt Fair has outgrown the only available indoor venue and therefore will not be held this year. But Black Dog Animal Rescue is planning a bigger and more exicitng Summer Mutt Fair, to be held outdoors in June 2013. Pet pictures with Santa were an exciting part of the Merry Mutt Fair, and BDAR will be hosting them as a stand alone event, Sunday, December 9th from 10 am to 2 pm at The Historic Train Depot in Cheyenne. Photos are being provided by Christine Kronz Photography for $10 with all proceeds going to BDAR. Photos can be taken home that day. Please call BDAR at 307-214-6600 with any questions or email them at bdar@bdar.org.

CASPER: First Night Casper 2013 New Year’s Eve

Follow their Facebook page for more information on button purchase to enter the events, the schedule and locations! Read our current issue for more information on this 2nd annual, community friendly, drug-and-alcohol-free event! Hosted by the 1224 Club in Casper!

CHEYENNE: New Year’s Eve Ball Drop

Visit the Cheyenne website for more information on this second annual event! Festivities begin in Downtown Cheyenne at 11:30 PM on New Year’s Eve!

CHEYENNE:  Cheyenne Bridal Expo January 6

Our sister magazine, Wyoming Weddings,  has a few booth spaces available in our 2013 Cheyenne Bridal Expo on January 6! This is the 21st annual event, traditionally hosted by Dan D Party Corner — and co-hosted by Dan D Party Corner and Keith Turbitt’s Shutter-Vision!

DOUGLAS: Platte River Photography Show January 16-23

If you’re a photographer and love to shoot images of Wyoming, contact the Converse Chamber of Commerce in Douglas for more information on this fun photographic event! 307.358.2950

On the Table — Food News Across Wyoming

Wyoming Whiskey Gets Whiskycast Seal of Approval — click the image to link to whiskycast.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LARAMIE — ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE & LOVEJOY’S SPECIALS

yellow tail amber jack Baked on a cedar plank and topped with pineapple-banana salsa. Served with Caribbean spiced risotto. 15.
apple glazed pork chops Twin grilled pork chops brushed with an apple and honey glaze. Paired with roasted Yukon Gold potatoes. 14.
cajun chicken pasta Cajun spiced chicken breast tossed in a creamy Fontina cheese sauce with mushrooms and green onions. Served over ziti pasta. 14.

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corned beef reuben Thin sliced corned beef stacked on marbled rye with melted Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and thousand island dressing. Served with your choice of fries, chips and salsa, creamy mashed potatoes, cottage cheese or a dinner salad. 8.5

grilled pork loin Topped with a honey, lemon and apple glaze. Served with creamy mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli and your choice of a cup of soup or a small garden salad. 11.

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ON THE CALENDAR: July 6 – 14

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Our Sister Publications:  Wyoming Weddings — www.wyoweddings.com  Wyovore — www.wyovore.com  WYO XY —  http://www.wyolifestyle.com/WYOXY/index.html The Wyoming Woman — http://www.thewyomingwoman.com/

July events are in full bloom — it’s an exciting time to explore Wyoming! Read on for activities coming up this weekend (July 6-9), and into the following week…

CASPER — CENTRAL WYOMING FAIR & RODEO, JULY 6-14

From sidewalk chalk art festivals to carnivals and of course, tons of PRCA Rodeo action…this fair has it all! http://www.centralwyomingfair.com/

image by Rob McIntosh

FORT LARAMIE — PIONEER CENTER CRAFT & ART SALE — JULY 14, 9-4

Cowboy crafts, fiber arts, photography, jewelry, stained glass, pottery, and much more — a large variety! Sponsored by Greater Fort Laramie Community Development Assoc.    Contact:  307-534-4609 for more information!

image courtesy Nici Self Museum

CENTENNIAL — CENTENNIAL VALLEY ART SHOW & SALE — JULY 7-8

A variety of art work created by artisans from across southeast Wyoming will be on display and for sale on the grounds of the Nici Self Historical Museum. Meet the artists at the Friday night reception.  A portion of each sale at the Art Show benefits the museum.  http://www.tracksacrosswyoming.com/calender.asp

LARAMIE — JUBILEE DAYS, JULY 7-15

Jubilee Days began in 1940 to celebrate Wyoming’s Statehood on July 10, and has been enjoyed annually ever since. Full of carnivals, street dances, pancake breakfasts and of course TONS of PRCA Rodeo action, this is an event enjoyed by thousands every year! http://www.laramiejubileedays.net/

BUFFALO — BIG HORN MUSIC FESTIVAL, JULY 6-8

This 8th annual event combines americana, bluegrass and folk music into one spectacular festival. Check out the Wyoming Mandolin & Banjo Championships, an Old Time Fiddle Contest as well as guitar championships. Lots of fun and music for all ages at the Johnson County Fairgrounds! http://www.bighornmountainfestival.com/

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LUSK — THE LEGEND OF RAWHIDE, JULY 6-7

An annual celebration of history, legend and Niobrara County heritage, the pageant brings together local performers and volunteers behind the scenes (about 400 in all!) to create a production that is a sight to see. A parade joins the action, and is a highly anticipated event every year! http://www.legendofrawhide.com/

SARATOGA — FREEDOM FESTIVAL, JULY 7

Check out Sheridan’s Teka Brock Band and Pinedale’s Jared Rogerson as they take the stage in Saratoga on July 7!  Call the Saratoga Museum for more information:  307-326-5511

JACKSON — ST. JUDE SONGWRITERS SUPPER, JULY 14, 6-10 PM, CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Join us for the St. Jude Songwriters Supper, The Grand Gala benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The event will be held outdoors at the Center for the Arts in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

The evening will be filled with fabulous food, tasty cocktails, silent and live auctions, and amazing entertainment from some of Nashville’s most recognized songwriters. All proceeds go directly to St. Jude to help children from Wyoming, across the country and around the world in the fight against pediatric cancer and other catastrophic childhood diseases.

Attire is cocktail/cowboy chic. To purchase tickets, click here

JACKSON — TOWN SQUARE SHOOT OUT, JULY 6 & 7

Check out this free event with excitement for the whole family! From 6-7 PM, make plans to be at the Town Square in Jackson for this lively reenactment of western justice… Can’t make it then? The Shoot Out takes place Monday – Saturday at 6 PM:   http://www.jacksonholechamber.com/events/event_details.php?event_ID=17424&title=Town%20Square%20Shootout%20&loc=Jackson,%20WY

CODY — CODY GUNFIGHTERS SHOW, JULY 6 & 7

If Cody is your destination for the weekend, there’s another fun shoot out for the family — check out the Cody Gunfighters Show, held on the porch of the Irma Hotel from 6-7 PM, Monday through Saturday… http://www.codywyomingnet.com/events/event_details.php?event_ID=31112&title=Cody%20Gunfighters%20Show&loc=Cody,%20WY

SHERIDAN — WYO RODEO, JULY 6 – 15

This annual event brings in the thousands to enjoy rodeo action and fun in Sheridan! Enjoy art shows & sales, polo, music, carnivals, and of course, rodeo action:  http://www.sheridanwyorodeo.com/schedule.htm

PINEDALE — GREEN RIVER RENDEZVOUS, JULY 12-15

This annual event celebrates and history of the Mountain Man and its influence on our western heritage. Enjoy fur trade demonstrations and tours, historians, pageants, parades and more:  http://www.pinedaleonline.com/RendezvousDays.HTM 

ROCK SPRINGS — INTERNATIONAL DAY, JULY 14

This fun annual event celebrates the many nationalities that call Rock Springs and Sweetwater County home. Held at Bunning Park, enjoy dancing, music, food and more! http://www.facebook.com/groups/105479482834939/

 

CHEYENNE — ART, DESIGN & DINE, JULY 12

Held every 2nd Thursday from April through December, 5-8 PM, Art, Design & Dine combines the culinary delights of  local establishments with the talent of local artisans. Stay tuned to their website and Facebook page for updates on locations — and stay tuned for the upcoming July 12 event!

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