ON THE CALENDAR: July 26, 2012

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CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS — JULY 20-29

The Daddy of ‘Em All wraps up this weekend! Enjoy parades, exhibitions, concerts, carnival, and of course….RODEO!!! It’s an event that brings thousands to Southeast Wyoming annually — and definitely one not to miss. http://www.cfdrodeo.com/home/ 

CROOK COUNTY FAIR & RODEO, SUNDANCE & HULETT — JULY 21 – 29

Head over to Sundance for the Crook County Fair & Rodeo! Sheepdog Trials happen July 23; A horse show will be held Saturday, July 21 at the Hulett Arena at 8:30 AM. Fair events kick off on July 25 and run through July 29. Click here for schedule.

THIRD ANNUAL WY KIDS EXTREME CAVE EXPLORATION ADVENTURE — SINKS CANYONE STATE PARK — AUGUST 11

Applications are available for the Third Annual Wyoming Kids eXtreme Cave Exploration Adventure at Sinks Canyon State Park, Aug. 11. Through the Wyoming Kids Xtreme program, developed by the Wyoming Division of State Parks, Historic Sites and Trails, kids will get the chance to participate in real cave exploration. On August 11, State Park employees will take kids and their parents on a tour of a Sinks Canyon State Park cave. Tours will begin in one-hour intervals beginning at 9 a.m. Applications are available on-line (CLICK HERE) and must be turned in by August 8. Once the application is accepted, participants will be notified of their time slot for the Cave Adventure. For more information, please contact Christie Christensen at 777-2416, or emailChristie.christensen@wyo.gov.

WHAT FEST — RIVERSIDE, JULY 27-28

The festival took a big move this year — 350 miles to be exact. The festival is moving from Clark, WY to Riverside, WY, featuring acts from all across the state in all genres from hip hop to bluegrass to ska to funk to country to folk to punk to rock to americana. With such close proximity to the front range, they’re also excited to feature eight of the finest acts from Colorado. Check out their website for more information: http://whatfest.com/news/introducing-what-fest-2012

OYSTER RIDGE MUSIC FESTIVAL — KEMMERER, JULY 27-29

Check out this 19th annual event, featuring the Wyoming State Flatpick Guitar Championship and the Wyoming State Fingerpick Contest as well as fabulous bands from throughout the country. As the festival says:  “We are a coalition of non-profit organizations dedicated to providing some world class entertainment for those adventurous souls who wander down to our little corner of Wyoming.” Visit their website for more info:  http://www.oysterridgemusicfestival.com/

 

image by Beartrap Summer Music Festival

BEAR TRAP SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL — CASPER, AUGUST 4-5

Names such as the Marshall Tucker Band and Jackson’s own Screen Door Porch are coming together to create another fun event on Casper Mountain. Check out the website for more info on this fun annual event… http://beartrapsummerfestival.com/

 

CONCERTS ON THE COMMONS — TETON VILLAGE, THROUGH AUGUST 12

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has put together an all-star lineup for this year’s Concerts at the Commons, with bands such as Thievery Corporation and The Black Lillies.  Gather your friends and family and come enjoy free, outdoor music at the base of the Tetons this summer!  July 29: Jam to Nicki Bluhm & The Gramblers (with Benyaro as support); August 5: Check out The Silent Comedy   Click here for more information from Jackson Hole Central Reservations!

SWEETWATER BLUES ‘N BREWS — ROCK SPRINGS, AUGUST 11

This year’s event is Saturday, August 11 starting at high noon! Bunning Park in Downtown Rock Springs. See you there!

WYOMING’S BIG SHOW — ROCK SPRINGS, JULY 26 – AUGUST 5

From the National High School Rodeo to Wyoming’s Big Show, the Sweetwater Events Complex is BUSY this summer! Check out the Sweetwater County Fair line up! http://www.sweetwaterevents.com/WyoBigShow.aspx

 

100TH WYOMING STATE FAIR — DOUGLAS, AUGUST 11 – 18

The State Fair this year is going to be an even more awesome event, as Wyoming celebrates its 100th fair! Click here to check out the website for more information — parades, rodeo, concerts, carnival, exhibitors, LOTS of fun for the whole family!

image from Rock Springs Main Street

FARMER’S MARKETS — ACROSS WYOMING!

We’d love to promote your local farmer’s market — email us at editor@wyolifestyle.com so we can create a blog post just about the awesome markets that exist throughout Wyoming!

NATIONAL ELK REFUGE CELEBRATES 100 YEARS

National Elk Refuge Manager Steve Kallin is pleased to announce an exciting line-up of programs scheduled for Friday, August 10 through Sunday, August 12 to celebrate and honor the Refuge’s 100-year history. The weekend of centennial celebration dates were selected to coincide with the historic date of August 10, 1912 when an Act of Congress set aside lands “for the establishment of a winter game (elk) reserve in the State of Wyoming, lying south of the Yellowstone Park…”

Centennial activities will kick off at 10:30 AM on Friday, August 10 at the Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center, located at 532 N. Cache Street in Jackson. Visit our blog post on the event for more information and a detailed schedule. Pick up our brand new issue of Wyovore to read about the Shinn family’s winter adventure in the National Elk Refuge on a sleigh ride!

GRAND ENCAMPMENT MUSEUM LIVING HISTORY DAY — ENCAMPMENT, JULY 28

The Grand Encampment Museums Living History Day is this Saturday July 28, 10-3 featuring Richard Gould presenting Horse Hair Hitching!

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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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