Cheyenne and Laramie County
Laramie County Sportsman's Expo
March 14-16, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free and open to the public. The Laramie County Sportsman’s Expo will host a wide range of businesses showcasing products and services aimed toward the most experienced outdoorsman to those new to the trail. Event Center at Archer, 3801 Archer Parkway. 307-633-4670
Classic Conversations: Lunch and Learn
March 14, noon-1 p.m. Join CSO Maestro William Intriligator and guest artist Courtney Hershey Bress for an informal and entertaining discussion, including musical insights about the concert on March 15. Laramie County Library, Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Cheyenne Little Theatre Players: "Steel Magnolias"
March 14-16, 6 p.m. for dinner theater; 7:30 p.m. for regular shows; 2 p.m. Sunday matinee. $19-29 for regular tickets, $39-61 for dinner theater tickets. The action is set in Truvy’s beauty salon in Louisiana. Helped by her eager new assistant, Annelle, the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town’s rich curmudgeon, Ouiser, Miss Clairee and M’Lynn, whose daughter, Shelby, is about to get married. However, the drama-comedy moves toward tragedy when Shelby gets diagnosed with diabetes and risks pregnancy. Historic Atlas Theater, 211 W. Lincolnway. 307-638-6543
Winter Farmers' Market
March 15, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Buy local meats, vegetables, fruits and more. Cheyenne Depot, 121 W. 15th St. cheyennewinterfarmersmarket.org
Jackalope Jump Fundraiser
March 15, 9 a.m. Free to jump. Donations are encouraged, and there are many prizes for those who raise $50 or more. This fundraiser is to help Special Olympics Wyoming athletes. Lions Park, Kiwanis Community House, 4603 Lions Park Drive. Sowy.org/events/jackalope-jump
Garden Talk with the Laramie County Master Gardeners
March 15, 10 a.m. to noon. Free and open to the public. The Laramie County Master Gardeners are hosting an informational Q&A session where anyone curious about gardening can ask experts questions. Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave. publicrelations@lcmg.org
Seed Library of Laramie County: Opening Day
March 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Adults. Free. "Check out" seeds for your garden and choose from a wide variety of flowers, herbs and vegetables, all suitable for beginning gardeners. Everyone is limited to 12 packets of seeds. Laramie County Library, Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Houseplant Frenzy
March 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free to browse. People will be able to choose from select plants specially grown at the Botanic Gardens. One plant for $7, three plants for $18 or five plants for $25. This event is first come, first served until plants sell out. Tickets can be purchased in the gathering rooms on the day of the event only. Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive. Bbingham@cheyennecity.org
Lunch and Learn Workshop: Protecting Your Family and Increasing Your Income
March 15, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free, but RSVP is required. This event will be hosted by The Salvation Army captains, Jacob and Danielle Bratton. The presenter will be Chris Petti, J.D., the director of gift planning. Cheyenne Corps Community Center, 601 E. 20th St. 800-357-0856 or email im.legacy@usw.salvationarmy.org
Lunch Bunch Book Club
March 15, noon-1 p.m. Adults. Come for a discussion about "Snow Flower and the Secret Fan" by Lisa See and enjoy a potluck lunch. Pine Bluffs Branch Library, 110 E. Second St., Pine Bluffs. 307-245-3646
Chicken Curling Tournament
March 15, noon-8 p.m. $60 per team. Free to watch. 18 or older. Curl your way to poultry glory by throwing frozen chickens across the ice with the goal of landing in the circle and out-numbering your opponents. Adult beverages, food and prizes available. Cheyenne Ice and Events Center, 1530 W. Lincolnway. 307-433-0024
Plants and Cats
March 15, 5-7:30 p.m. Cost varies. Ages 7 and up. Catz N Coffee Connections is partnering with Sunshine Plant Co. for this event. Spend time with cats while creating a cat-friendly plant garden. Catz N Coffee Connections, 615 W. 20th St. Sunshineplant.wyo@gmail.com
CSO: American Escapades
March 15, 7:30 p.m. $12-50. Join the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Intriligator to enjoy works by Adams, Copland, Tate & Daugherty, featuring special guest harpist Courtney Hershey Bress. Livestream option available. Cheyenne Civic Center, 510 W. 20th St. 307-637-6363
Diamond Painting Party Shamrocks
March 16, 1-3 p.m. $10 a person. Create diamond-painted shamrocks and play with cats. All materials included. Catz N Coffee Connections, 615 W. 20th St. Catzncoffeeconnect.com
The Cat in The Hat at the Library
March 17, 4-5 p.m. Pre-K and families. In collaboration with Wyoming PBS Kids, join The Cat in the Hat for a fun time of visiting and a hands-on activity that promotes early childhood education. Laramie County Library, Early Literacy Center, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Wyoming 4-H Virtual Career Night
March 17, 6 p.m. Free. Aimed at junior high and high school students. Hosted on Zoom by the University of Wyoming Extension, the event provides an opportunity for young people to interact with professionals in fields ranging from agriculture and wildlife management to medicine and marketing. RSVP at bit.ly/wy-4h-career-fair.
Teen Art of Creativity Club
March 18, 4-5 p.m. Explore a different art medium from painting to sketching to sculpting and more. Learn new techniques and create something unique to take home. This week, you'll be making DIY bird feeders. Laramie County Library, Windflower Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Dinner and Book Club
March 18, 5:30-7 p.m. Adults. Come for a potluck style dinner and lively discussion of this month's book, "Blue Heaven" by C.J. Box. It's encouraged to bring a dish to contribute. Space is limited, so RSVP when you visit the Burns Branch Library or by calling at 307-547-2249. Burns Branch Library, 112 Main St., Burns.
Tween Tasters: Chippin' and Dippin'
March 18, 6-7 p.m. Grades 3-6. Celebrate National Chip and Dip Day and explore different chip and dip combos. Laramie County Library, Early Literacy Center, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Cheyenne Audubon Program: Restoring bald eagles at Channel Islands National Park
March 18, 6:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Cheyenne Audubon members invite the public to a talk by Ryan Dibala, an author, naturalist and guide. He'll talk about his work restoring bald eagles on Catalina Island and Channel Islands National Park. Laramie County Library, Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave. CheyenneAudubon.org.
Chair Yoga and Poetry
March 19, 11-11:40 a.m. Adults. Move your body and exercise your mind with Toni Brannan from Blossom Yoga Studio. During the session, Brannan will weave poetry throughout to offer an inspired practice for body, mind and soul. All equipment provided. No prior yoga experience needed. Laramie County Library, Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Library for All
March 19, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Adults and teens 16+ with disabilities. Come for crafts, science and LEGO fun. Bring your staff with you. Laramie County Library, Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Paint and Sip: Cherry Blossom Tree
March 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Join for a relaxing, creative evening as you paint a cherry blossom tree while enjoying a drink. Space is limited to 15, so RSVP before March 15. Pine Bluffs Branch Library, 110 E. Second St., Pine Bluffs. 307-245-3646
Open Studio
March 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Join local artist Steve Knox for a drop in, open-studio style workshop. You can draw from a model or work on your own piece. Cheyenne Creativity Center, 1620 Thomes Ave. Artscheyenne.com/calendar/
Cuentos y Amigos (Spanish Storytime)
March 19, 6-7 p.m. Children and families. Join for a special Spanish/English storytime in collaboration with CHISPA. The theme this month is Spring. Snacks provided. Laramie County Library, Early Literacy Center, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
East High School: Rock of Ages
March 19, 21, 7 p.m.; March 22, 1 p.m. $8-10. A 1980s rock 'n' roll scene musical about an aspiring rock star and small town girl who moved to LA to pursue acting. East High School, 2800 E. Pershing Blvd. East.laramie1.org/en-US
The Black Jacket Symphony Presents: The Beatles' Abbey Road
March 19, 8 p.m. $35-40. Listen to the Black Jacket Symphony play The Beatles' "Abbey Road" note for note, sound for sound. Cheyenne Civic Center, 510 W. 20th St. 307-637-6363
Ongoing
Every Necessary Care and Attention: George Washington and Medicine
Now until March 15, during library hours. All ages. Learn more about medicine during the Revolutionary War era with this informative and engaging banner exhibit from the National Library of Medicine. Laramie County Library, third floor, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Art Connects: LCSD1 Pre-K–12 Art show
Now until March 16, during library hours. All ages. Art connects us to new ideas and unfamiliar experiences in the wider world. Most importantly, art connects us to each other. Come see the creative ways that the pre-K through 12th grade students of Laramie County School District 1 explore the different connections that art can make. Laramie County Library, all floors, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
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"The Crucible" Ballet
March 14-15, 7 p.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday matinee. $39. Presented by Canyon Concert Ballet, "The Crucible" is a stage ballet based on events of the 1692 Salem witchcraft trials, and is a depiction of how intolerance and mass hysteria can tear a community apart. The Lincoln Center, 417 W. Magnolia St. Ccballet.org
