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Sheridan County Library

* From 1-5 p.m., Fulmer Library is open.

UW Events

* At 7 p.m., Beards for Benefit Shave Party at the Wyoming Union ballroom for free.

Wyoming State Museum

* Through Dec. 8, an exhibition of artwork from the Wyoming State Museum's permanent collection will be on display. Exhibit features 32 selections from the permanent collection and includes artwork by Wyoming artists. Info: (307) 777-7022.

Cheyenne Artists Guild

* Through Dec. 19, Members show.

Buffalo Bill Historical Center

* Through March 31, open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, closed Monday-Wednesday.

Coming Up

Cheyenne Artists Guild

* Dec. 1, 6 p.m., Christmas Party. Carry-in Dinner.

Wyoming Christmas City

* Governor Dave Freudenthal has proclaimed Thermopolis as Wyoming Christmas City for the third year. Everyone in and around Thermopolis are encouraged to show their holiday spirit by lighting up their homes and businesses this holiday season.

* Dec. 1-5, 5-7 p.m., Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 8-12, 5-7 p.m., the Thermopolis Middle School Council will be selling Christmas trees in front of the Chamber of Commerce.

* Dec. 5, 7 p.m., Bar J. Wranglers Cowboy Christmas Concert at HSCHS Auditorium.

* Dec. 6, 1 p.m., a special holiday movie will be shown at The Ritz.

* Dec. 6, 6:30 p.m., Lighted Christmas Parade, "A Child is Born." The parade will be making special stops at the Wyoming Pioneer Home and also at the Northwest BOCES cottages before winding its way downtown where the fun continues with refreshments and socializing with family and friends.

UW Events

* Dec. 1, 6:30-11 p.m., UW cross cultural communication class World Aids Day semi-formal/formal benefit dance and silent auction at the Hilton Garden Inn & UW Conference Center. Tickets cost $3 for singles, $5 for couples and children under 12 are free.

* Dec. 3, 8 p.m., Warren Miller's action sports film "Children of Winter" will be shown in the College of Arts and Sciences auditorium for free.

* Dec. 4, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Dec. 5, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., annual UW Holiday Market in the Wyoming Union.

* Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m., UW Department of Music presents the UW Symphonic Band at the Fine Arts Center concert hall for free.

Sheridan County Library

* Dec. 1, 6:30 p.m., monthly book discussion of "Black Cherry Blues" by James Lee Burke at Story Branch Library.

* Dec. 2, 10 & 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., Story Time in the Owl's Next at Tongue River Branch Library.

* Dec. 2, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Story Time and Craft Activity for children from 5-9 at Story Branch Library.

* Dec. 2, 4:30-7 p.m., Reception for "SAGE Art Show" in the Mezzanine at Fulmer Library.

* Dec. 3, 10 & 10:30 a.m., Pre-School Story Time at Fulmer Children's Library.

* Dec. 3, 1:30 p.m., Pre-School Story Time at Story Branch Library.

* Dec. 3, 4-6 p.m., Reception for "Holy Name All School Art Show" display in the Inner Circle at Fulmer Library.

* Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Annual Christmas Open House at Story Branch Library. All invited. Piano music, craft activity for children, and Christmas goodies to enjoy.

Laramie County Library

* These events are free and open to the public. Unless otherwise noted, events take place in the Laramie County Library's meeting rooms at 220 Pioneer Ave. Info: (307) 634-3561 or www.LCLSonline.org.

* Dec. 1, kickoff of "Go Green", the winter reading challenge. Open to kids, teens and adults. This program challenges participants to read 5 "green" books for a change to win some prizes. Register at any library location.

* Dec. 1, 10:15 a.m., Baby Lapsit with special tales and sing-alongs for parents and their babies from birth-18 months in the Storytime Room.

* Dec. 2-4, 10:15 & 11 a.m., Children's Storytime for children from 18 months-5 years in the Storytime Room.

* Dec. 2, 2 p.m., Home Pages with special discussion and activity programs for homeschooling students ages 5-8 in the Sage Room. Pre-register by calling or visiting "Ask Here" on the 2nd Floor.

* Dec. 2, 7 p.m., Art Show Reception. Community is invited to view art from the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program in the Cottonwood Room. Judges will present awards and talk about the art, which will be in display through Dec. 21.

* Dec. 3, 5 p.m., Making the Most of Your Money at the Holidays program for adults in the Cottonwood Room. Cole Ehmke of UW's Cooperative Extension Office will speak about credit and debt as well as how to set up a spending plan. Register by calling.

* Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m., Evening Storytime for children ages 18 months-5 years in the Storytime Room.

Rockpile Museum

* Dec. 2, 5:30-7:30 p.m., the Campbell County Rockpile Museum in Gillette is hosting a holiday open house at the museum. The public is invited to drop by and join the museum staff and members for refreshments, entertainment, holiday crafts, good company and lots of seasonal cheer. Entertainment features performances by the 5th and 6th grade Sunflower School Choir as well as the Gillette Guitar Guild. Crafts and hands-on activities available for children and adults. Santa Claus will be available as well. Info: (307) 682-5723 or www.rockpilemuseum.com.

The Special Consensus

* Dec. 2, 7 p.m., The Special Consensus will perform at Hot Springs County High School, 215 Springview in Thermopolis. Info: (307) 864-9425.

* Dec. 4, 7 p.m., The Special Consensus will perform at Southridge Elementary School, 1600 W. 29th in Casper. Info: (307) 577-6710.

Girl Scout

* Dec. 2, last day to register for Christmas Toys Come Alive at Girl Scout Sleepover in Laramie. Cost is $25. To register: (207) 234-3505 or anna@gsmw.org.

* Dec. 19, 2 p.m.-Dec. 20, 12 p.m., girls in grades K-5 can enjoy a sleepover with friends and then make toys. Cost for the weekend is $25 and includes dinner, breakfast, snacks, overnight accommodations and event supplies. Event is sponsored by Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming and is open to all girls, not just Girl Scouts. Watch movies with popcorn and make toys. Info: 234-3505 or anna@gsmw.org.

Buffalo Bill Historical Center

* Dec. 2, 12:15-1 p.m., Draper Museum of Natural History Lunchtime Expeditions in Coe Auditorium with Dr. Charles Preston. Program is on The Next West: creating a sustainable sagebrush-steppe environment for wildlife and people. Free program open to the public. Info: cpreston@bbhc.org.

* Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Holiday Open House. Bring your family and friends to start the holidays with a festive day featuring music, Santa, cookies, and special holiday displays and programs. Free public event.

* Dec. 25, closed for Christmas Day.

Western Wyoming College

* The Western Wyoming Community College Music Department presents its Winter Concert Series. All concerts are free and open to the public. Info: www.wwcc.wy.edu.

* Dec. 2, 7 p.m., Vocal Ensembles concert in the WWCC Theatre.

* Dec. 3 & 5, 7 p.m., Student Recitals in WWCC Theatre.

* Dec. 8, 7 p.m., Symphonic Band in the WWCC Theatre.

* Dec. 9, 7 p.m., Instrumental Ensembles in the WWCC Theatre.

* Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m., Green River Community Choir in the Green River Center's John Wesley Powell Auditorium.

* Dec. 11, 7 p.m., Rock Springs Community Choir and Sweetwater County Children's Honor Choir in the WWCC Theatre.

JHCA Meeting

* Dec. 4, 6 p.m., the Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance will be holding its annual meeting at the American Legion Hall, 182 N. Cache St. in Jackson. Business meeting agenda begins at 6 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres and beverages served at 7 p.m., and the film "Grizzly and Man: Uneasy Truce: will be shown at 7:30 p.m. Info: (307) 733-9417 or info@jhalliance.org.

Northwest College

* Dec. 4, 11, 7-9 p.m., experienced Cody woodcarver William Hurr will teach students to design, carve and paint three distinct wooden holiday ornaments in the Fagerberg Building, Room 20. Cost is $38 and includes the supply fee. Students may bring their own tools if desired. To register or for more info: (307) 754-6469.

Wyoming Retirement Board

* Dec. 5, 8 a.m., there will be a meeting of the Wyoming Retirement Board in the WRS Conference Room, 6101 Yellowstone Rd., Suite 500 in Cheyenne. Purpose of the meeting will be to conduct regular business. Anyone interested is invited to attend.

Trees of Love

* Dec. 7, 4:30 p.m., Christmas Trees of Love tree lighting will take place in the lobby at Sheridan Memorial Hospital Auxiliary in Sheridan. Purchase a light in memory of a loved one for a $5 donation. Forms available at the front desk. There will be a short program and refreshments. Info; (307) 672-1017.

Arthritis Seminar

* Dec. 8, 6 p.m., the Arthritis Foundation, Rocky Mountain Chapter in conjunction with Amgen and Wyeth is hosting a "More Good Days with RA: A Deeper Look at RA Management" seminar at the Hitching Post, 1700 W. Lincolnway in Cheyenne. Michelle Kenrick, NP, is the presenter. Registration required. Register: (866) 482-3976, event code KPPNG. Info: www.rockymountainarthritis.org.

Cheyenne Meetings

* Dec. 10, 9 a.m., the State Loan and Investment Board and State Board of Land Commissioners will have a meeting in the Governor's conference room. This is a closed meeting.

* Dec. 11, 8 a.m., the regular meeting of the State Loan and Investment Board and the State Board of Land Commissioners will be held in Room B63 at the Herschler Building. Open to the public. Persons requiring special ADA accommodations should contact: (307) 777-6629 prior to the meeting date. Info: http://slf-web.state.wy.us/.

Cheyenne Chamber Singers

* Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m., A Sacred Christmas with The Chamber Singers and the Cheyenne Symphony at the Cheyenne Civic Center. Tickets available at the Civic Center Box Office.

* Dec. 14, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Dec. 15, 7 p.m., An Annual Christmas Choral Festival with The Chamber Singers, choirs from Central and East High School, LCCC, the All City Children's Chorus and Capitol Chorale at St. Mary's Cathedral, 100 West 21st in Cheyenne. Tickets are free and available at local music stores the week before the concerts.

Historic Ivinson Mansion

* The Historic Ivinson Mansion at 603 Ivinson Ave. in Laramie are having tours. Summer Tours are Tuesday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 1-4 p.m. Winter hours begin in September and go through May; they are Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Rates are $7 for adults, $6.50 for seniors, $4 for students, $20 for families, $6 for AAA members, and children 6 and under are free. Info: (307) 742-4448.

Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Park

* The Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Park is located at 975 Snowy Range Road in Laramie. Admission fees are $5 for adults, $2.50 for children ages 12-17, and anyone under 12 gets in free. Hours are Monday-Sunday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: (307) 745-6161.

Panic Relief Inc.

* A panic and anxiety group is now forming in Newcastle, featuring programs every Monday from noon-1 p.m. and every Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The program is geared to help anyone suffering from panic, anxiety, and agoraphobia to cope with these disorders. Info: (732) 940-9658.

Parent-education seminars

* The Wyoming Children�s Access Network provides parent-education seminars for divorcing, separated and never-married parents. The seminar is provided monthly in Casper, Cheyenne, Cody, Gillette, Jackson, Lander, Laramie, Rawlins, Rock Springs, Sheridan, Torrington, and now Afton, Pinedale and Worland on a quarterly basis, and provides information about the impact of parental conflict on children and teaches the parents skills to help with the difficult transition. Grandparents, aunts, uncles and other adults close to the children are welcome to attend as well.There is a nominal fee for the seminar that may be waived upon request, based on need. Pre-registration is required 24 hours in advance. Info: Wyoming Children's Access Network at (866) 726-3700.