ON THE CALENDAR: November 2, 2012

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DUBOIS:  5th ANNUAL DUBOIS, WY WOMEN’S EXPO

Head to the 5th Annual Dubois, WY Women’s Business Expo Nov. 2, 4-8 pm at Headwaters Center. Over 30 vendors, exhibits, chocolates, wine tasting and more – – FREE admission! Contact  organizer Tammy Reed with questions at 307-455-2764.

from Red Dirt in My Soul

TEN SLEEP:  RED DIRT IN MY SOUL RECEIVES RECOGNITION

Click through to Carol’s entertaining and informational blog on ranching in Wyoming to learn more about her recognition — and of course to read about Carol and her fascinating ranching life in northern Wyoming… http://www.blogher.com/frame.php?url=http://reddirtinmysoul.com/

CHEYENNE:  Cheyenne Depot Museum Holiday mart

It’s never too early to start planning for holiday shopping! On Saturday, November 24th (10 am to 8pm), head to the Cheyenne Depot Museum for  holiday fun! See Santa, have some hot coco and shop til you drop!  Visit their website for more information on the depot & the museum, as well as their annual events!

LARAMIE:  Zonta Features “Wyoming Chic” November 9

CODY:  SLEEPING GIANT’S SNOW FEST 2012

Saturday, November 10 beginning at 7:30 AM, get prepared and energized for the upcoming season! All events take place at the Stock Activity Center (next to Cody High School gymnasium): 

Pancake Breakfast 7:30 – 10:30

Cody High School Ski Swap 10:00 – 3:00

Ski Movie 6:00 pm


Call 307-250-7710 — and visit http://www.skisg.com/index.php for more info on Sleeping Giant!

CASPER: LADIES’ NIGHT OUT AT THE NIC

SHERIDAN:  CHRISTMAS STROLL IS COMING!

The big stroll event is Friday, November 23 … but the Stroll button hunt continues until Christmas Eve. Stroll buttons will go on sale at the participating businesses the week of November 5. Visit the Sheridan Chamber of Commerce website for more information and more special events!

ROCK SPRINGS:  INDOOR BMX RACING

The winter season of racing kicks off tonight (Friday, November 2) with Indoor BMX Races at the Sweetwater Events Complex. Registration begins at 5 pm in the indoor arena with racing to follow. Racing continues on Saturday and Sunday as well. The weather looks perfect, the indoor arena is heated and admission is FREE! Make plans to stop by this weekend. Concessions are also available. Visit Sweetwater Events Complex’s website for more information.

ON THE TABLE — WYOMING SPECIALS & FOODIE NEWS…

LARAMIE: ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE, LOVEJOY’S BAR & GRILL SPECIALS

ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE & BREWERY:
appetizer pizza Chicken, bacon, onions, artichoke hearts, Moody Bleu and mozzarella cheese baked on a sweet honey pita. 8.
new york strip Twelve ounce cut of Certified Angus Beef®, dusted with Ancho seasonings and grilled to your liking. Served with chorizo and pepperjack mashed potatoes and batter fried jalapeno bottle caps. 21.5
graham cracker encrusted salmon Served with bourbon mashed yams and a cracked black pepper – blueberry sauce. 16.5

New Beers…
imperial red ale A winter warmer with rich caramel flavor and strong hop flavor and aroma. This ale is very boozy with an aged flavor reminiscent of sherry. It finishes with citrus-like hops. 7.6% ABV.
ACRES II pumpkin ale  (Fifty cents from each pint purchased will be donated to ACRES, UW’s student farm.) Brewed with pumpkins grown at ACRES Student Farm, this light colored and high alcohol ale is highlighted by orange and ginger with hints of pie spices. 6.75% ABV.

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LOVEJOY’S BAR & GRILL

veggie pizza Eight inch Italian pizza crust topped with marinara sauce, black olives, tomatoes, onions, red bell peppers, mushrooms and mozzarella cheese. 8.

baked pasta Cavatappi pasta tossed with grilled chicken breast, bacon and a Cajun seasoned cheddar and pepperjack cheese sauce. Topped with bread crumbs and baked until bubbly. Accompanied by a cup of soup or a small garden salad. 11.

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DUBOIS:  TASTE OF DUBOIS COMING IN DECEMBER

Dubois Main Street will be hosting the first in a series of ‘Taste of Dubois’ dining events on December 8th. The series will feature 5 or 6 Dubois restaurants, one restaurant at a time, throughout winter and spring. Look for ads and e-mail announcements soon for more information.

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ON THE CALENDAR & FOOD NEWS: July 12, 2012

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LEFTOVERS ARE DELICIOUS — A look at what we talked about last week…

CENTRAL WY FAIR & RODEO — Action in Casper continues through July 14… http://www.centralwyomingfair.com/

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FORT LARAMIE PIONEER CENTER CRAFT & ART SHOW — July 14, 9-4 — Sponsored by Greater Fort Laramie Community Development Association. Contact 307-534-4609 for more information!

LARAMIE JUBILEE DAYS — Action continues through July 15! Parade, street dance, brew fest (more info below!), carnival, and of course, rooooodeooooo…. http://www.laramiejubileedays.net/

ST. JUDE SONGWRITERS GALA EVENT, JACKSON — A gala event benefitting St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Held at the beautiful Center for the Arts in Jackson, cocktail/cowboy chic attire. Click here for ticket information!

SHERIDAN WYO RODEO — Action continues through July 15! Parade, rodeo, art show & sale, street dances, pancake breakfast Friday, July 13…TONS of fun for everyone!  http://www.sheridanwyorodeo.com/schedule.htm

GREEN RIVER RENDEZVOUS, PINEDALE — Kicking off today (July 12) and running through July 15, this annual event is fun for the whole family! Lots of information on the mountain man and its significance to our Wyoming heritage. http://www.pinedaleonline.com/RendezvousDays.HTM

INTERNATIONAL DAY, ROCK SPRINGS — A full day to celebrate the many cultures that call Rock Springs and Sweetwater County home! Food, music, tons of fun… http://www.facebook.com/groups/105479482834939/

CHEYENNE ART, DESIGN & DINE — TONIGHT (July 12) from 5-8 PM! Held the second Thursday of every month, April through October! Click here for their website — check their Facebook page for more info!

SARATOGA, JULY 15 — ‘Toga Productions Fundraiser 4-10 pm. The Yard, 106/110 SE River St., Saratoga, WY Come for a great evening of music featuring The Patty Fiasco with Alysia Kraft, the Gary Newcomb Trio and The Lonesome Heroes. Bella’s Bistro will provide a cash bar. Appetizers by several folks. $10 or more, whatever you want to donate to ‘Toga Prodctions so they can continue bringing unique music to the Platte Valley!

ROCK SPRINGS — NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL RODEO COMES TO TOWN! — July 15 – 21:  LOTS of rodeo action, and TONS of fun to be had at the Sweetwater Events Complex! This will be a tremendous event — you won’t want to miss it! http://www.sweetwaterevents.com/WebPage119.aspx

 

CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS KICKS OFF JULY 20!!! CFD IS COMING!!!!! Are you heading to Cheyenne for this world-famous event?! We’ll see you there! http://www.cfdrodeo.com/home/

 

CODY — YELLOWSTONE JAZZ FESTIVAL, JULY 12 & 13 — We dig jazz in our family — how ’bout you? The Yellowstone Jazz Festival is the perfect time to get a little culture on in the midst of a beautiful Wyoming town… Definitely worth heading to Cody for! http://personal.tctwest.net/~yellowstonejazz/index.html

 

LARAMIE BREW FEST, July 14 — This annual event coincides with Laramie Jubilee Days and brings hundreds into Historic Downtown Laramie to consume fabulous regional brews and bask in the sunshine. Local breweries like Altitude Chophouse & Brewery and The Library join other Wyoming breweries and regional favorites…definitely a fun event! Patti Fiasco and Lonesome Heroes will be peforming! http://www.laramiebrewfest.com/

CHEYENNE — WWII BOMBER ON DISPLAY: Check out a REAL WWII B-25 Bomber (“Maid in the Shade”) July 12-16 at the Cheyenne Airport! http://www.kgwn.tv/story/19013206/wwii-b

 

 

ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE & BREWERY / LOVEJOY’S SPECIALS FOR THE WEEK…

While you’re in Laramie enjoying Jubilee Days, and consuming fabulous brews at the brewfest, be sure to head over to either Altitude’s or Lovejoy’s in Historic Downtown Laramie for some good eats! The specials for the week follow…

Altitude’s Chophouse & Brewery

cucumber and crab dip Highlighted with cream cheese and dill. Served chilled with crackers and fresh veggies. 6.5

pizza special Hand made pizza crust brushed with sweet and spicy amber ale bbq sauce and topped with smoked beef brisket, banana peppers, onions, jalapeños and melted mozzarella cheese. 8.5

fresh sea bass Pan seared and served with harvest rice, steamed asparagus and a pineapple and kiwi salad infused with Solar Wit ale. 17.

new york strip Eight ounce cut of Certified Angus Beef®, grilled to your liking. Served with basil pesto mashed potatoes and grape tomatoes marinated in balsamic vinegar and porter ale. 16.5
On tap Thursday:
old venerable imperial wheat This orange and hazy imperial strength wheat ale displays the hop character of an IPA. An annual Jubilee Days release, Old Venerable is designed to be sipped in moderation. 8.25% ABV.
On tap Saturday:
sparrow chases eagle Brewed on Odell Brewing Company’s pilot system just for Jubilee Days. This hybrid-style ale combines the citrus flavor of a summer ale with a unique sour mash technique and spice additions. A dry, tart and citrusy ale perfect for summer days. 4.25% ABV

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Lovejoy’s Bar & Grill

bbq pork sandwich Shredded pork drenched in bbq sauce and topped with peppers, onions and melted cheddar cheese. Tucked in a hoagie and served with your choice of fries, chips and salsa, creamy mashed potatoes, cottage cheese or dinner salad. 8.5

steak and shrimp Twelve ounce New York strip grilled to your liking and paired with Cajun spiced shrimp scampi. Served with creamy garlic mashed potatoes and your choice of a cup of soup or dinner salad. 12.00

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