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Thursday support meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous: 6:30 a.m., 917 N. Beech; 8:30 a.m., 500 S. Wolcott; 10 a.m., 328 E. A; noon, 500 S. Wolcott; 2 p.m., 917 N. Beech; 5:30 p.m., 328 E. A; 7 p.m., 500 S. Wolcott, closed; 8 p.m., 328 E. A; 8 p.m., 4600 S. Poplar, closed; 8 p.m., 917 N. Beech. Douglas: 7:30 p.m., 628 E. Richards (upstairs in back). Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open. Casper info: 266-9578; Douglas info: 307-351-1688.
Al-Anon: 7 p.m., A New Beginning, WBI, 2521 E. 15th.
Narcotics Anonymous: Noon, 500 S. Wolcott, 12-24 Club; 8 p.m., 4700 S. Poplar (church basement). Web site: http://www.urmrna.org.
Nic Anon: 6 p.m., 12-24 Club, 500 S. Wolcott. Call Pam M. (307-577-0518) or Todd A. (cell, 307-248-3089.)
City splash pad, pools open
Marion Kreiner Splash Pad is open. With water cannons, dump buckets, overhead and ground sprayers, city staff anticipates the new splash pad to be an exciting addition to the community. Marion Kreiner Splash Pad normal operating hours are daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Marion Kreiner Swimming Pool hours are Monday through Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Mike Sedar Aqua Park’s hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.
Washington Pool’s hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 1 p.m. for adult lap swimming and individual water exercise followed by 1 to 6 p.m. for open swimming. Open swim is on Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m. and the pool is closed on Sunday.
Paradise Valley Pool’s normal operating hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday 1 to 6 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. for open swim. Paradise Valley will have two lap swim lanes available all day for lap swimming and individual water exercise.
Summer meals for kids
Natrona County School District will provide free summer lunches Monday through Friday for anyone 18 and younger at the following sites this summer:
- Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., to August 23, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club, 1701 E. K St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Paradise Valley, 22 Magnolia, to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Verda James, 701 Carriage Ln., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Midwest School, 256 Lewis St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- YMCA Cottonwood, 1230 W. 15th, to August 30, 11 a.m. to noon.
Muni band concert
The Casper Municipal Band starts its summer season of concerts at Washington Park each Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Concerts last about an hour, with intermission entertainment differing each week. Take chairs or a blanket, sun screen, bug spray — and maybe an umbrella. Enjoy of the truly great Casper summer traditions. Thursday’s intermission entertainment is Alicia Roberts, vocalist.
Stammtisch in the summer
Sommer im Park mit Musik, please join the Stammtisch group for an informal potluck picnic at Washington Park at 6:30 p.m. near the lower playground. This is a nice opportunity to share food, recipes and conversation, even if you don’t bring a dish to share. Conversations, in English and German, range from family histories to military service in Germany to favorite foods, books, movies and trip destinations.
Collectors meet
The Antique Collector’s and Vintage Club will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center, 1831 East 4th Street. This month’s program will be presented by Janet Field on teddy bears; she will bring her collection. Anyone interested in the program is invited. Club members are encouraged to attend as there will be a business meeting. Refreshments will be served.
The club’s annual picnic will be August 15. Please mark your calendar, and bring a “Show–n-Tell” item. Members, please plan to attend.
The club is planning its October 5 and 6 Antique & Collectibles Show held at the fairgrounds. For more information or if you would like to have a booth, please call Rick at 797-6402.
Family Stuff
StoryTime with therapy dogs
Dogs and handlers will attend StoryTime on the second Saturday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the Natrona County Library. Children can sit with therapy dogs during StoryTime and spend time reading with them before and after the program. All dogs are certified and licensed through Therapy Dogs of Casper. Call 577-7323 for more information.
Fiddle championships set
The 29th Annual Rocky Mountain Fiddle Championships and Music Festival is at the Ramada Plaza Riverside July 19-21. Friday, July 19, there will be an informal jam session around 8 p.m. or as musicians arrive. Saturday, July 20, is the competition and spectator admission is free. It starts at 9 a.m. and runs all day with a break for lunch and a break for dinner. The evening show starts at 7 p.m. and there will be a judge’s show, and the final divisions for the Twin Fiddle completion and the championship division. Sunday morning, July 21, there will be some workshops and lessons offered by Bubba Hopkins who is a nationally recognized musician. The event is funded in part by the Wyoming Arts Council through the National Endowment for the Arts and the Wyoming State Legislature and Townsquare Media. If anyone has questions please call or text Casey at 277-7444.
AKC dog show set
American Kennel Club Dog Shows July 26 to 28 at Central Wyoming Fairgrounds, sponsored by Central Wyoming Kennel Club. Free to attend. This is a dog show with Conformation, Obedience and Rally. Barn Hunt and North American Diving Dogs all three days as well. For more info: centralwyomingkennelclub.org.
A Charlie Brown Christmas at CEC
Just in time for the holiday season, everyone’s favorite Peanuts television special comes to life on stage on Monday, December 23, at the Casper Events Center. A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage (https://www.acharliebrownchristmaslive.com/) celebrates the timeless television classic as the whole family can join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts characters in their journey to uncover the true meaning of Christmas.
Tickets and VIP packages are on sale at 10 a.m. this Friday. Tickets will be available for purchase at www.SinclairTix.com, the SinclairTix Box Office at the Casper Events Center, by phone at 800-442-2256 or at any statewide SinclairTix outlet.
The live stage adaptation of the classic animated television special brings all your favorite characters to life, all set to the original special’s dialogue as well as the unforgettable sounds of the classic Vince Guaraldi musical score.
After the final bow, the show crescendos into a celebration of song as the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and carols. The show is 90 minutes including intermission.
For the latest news and updates from cast on the road, follow A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage on Facebook and Instagram (@charliebrownchristmaslive) and Twitter (@cbchristmaslive). The tour hashtag is #CBXtour19.
Wyoming movie poster exhibit at fort
Fort Caspar Museum has installed an exhibit featuring thirty movie posters from films shot in Wyoming. “Hollywood in Wyoming,” will be on view through September 8, 2019.
Hollywood’s fascination with Wyoming is evident in its frequent use of the state’s vast and beautiful landscape, which has been featured in more than 120 films. The rolling hills, snow-capped Tetons and broad plains have served as a backdrop for movies starting in 1904 with Wyoming Roundup. Traditional Western themes represent a large percentage of the films made in Wyoming; however many movies with other themes have also capitalized on Wyoming’s spectacular scenery.
Fort Caspar Museum’s hours in the summer are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, and admission prices are $4 for adults; $3 for youth (ages 13-18 years) and seniors (ages 62 years and up); and free for children (12 years and younger) and museum members.
For questions and additional information please call the museum at 235-8462.
VBS at Resurrection
Vacation Bible School at Resurrection Church, 342 S. Grant, is July 29 to August 2. Come join at The Incredible Race for lots of fun of stories, crafts, games and food.
First Saturday Study August 3
Abraham in the Old Testament has many descendants. Four to be exact, and this has consequences for how one understands the Bible. On Saturday, August 3, at 9 a.m. at Bethel Baptist Church, 3030 S. Poplar, the four "seeds" of Abraham and the blessing Abraham has been to the world will be studied. Refreshments will be served. Please phone the church office for further information at 234-8812.
UU sets events
The Unitarian Universalist Community of Casper is a doctrine-free spiritual community joining together to make a difference for the good, and welcoming all who come with open hearts and open minds. Located at 1040 West 15th Street, Sunday services are at 10 a.m. with youth programming and child care available.
On July 21, Jayne Jacobs will present "Roads Less Traveled." Music, psychology, and spirituality come together in an exploration of how human experience is shaped. Explore how mindful awareness can create a positive difference in your connections.
On July 28, Tammy Dominquez will speak on the July worship theme "Connections."
On August 4, Rev. Leslie Kee will introduce the August worship theme "Compassion." This is a "Share the Plate" Sunday benefiting the Platte River Trails.
The UU Casper weekly meditation, led by Buddhist Stuart Mackenzie, is held each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
At 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 25, Brenda Evans will lead a Meditation Drumming Circle. No experience is necessary, and world instruments are available to share during this free and free-flowing drumming circle.
For curious folks interested in a deeper exploration of science, technology, and other topics of interest, UU Casper will host "Lunch With TED" on Sunday, July 28, from noon to 1 p.m. Bring a sack lunch to eat while viewing a selected TED Talk, followed by a facilitated discussion.
For more events and information, go to uucasper.org or visit UU Casper on Facebook.
Pops in the Park Aug. 24
The Wyoming Symphony Orchestra presents the third annual Pops in the Park summer concert, scheduled for Saturday, August 24 in Washington Park. The gates will open at 5 p.m. and music will begin at 7:30 p.m. The concert is a family-friendly, all-ages event.
This year’s concert is a musical tribute to John Williams, whose timeless compositions and film scores have helped shape the cultural landscape for six decades. The orchestra will highlight recognizable works from Harry Potter, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park and other popular pieces.
Several local vendors will be onsite with a variety of food, drink and dessert options. Urban Bottle will host a cash bar onsite with a selection of wine, beer and specialty cocktails.
Please visit www.wyomingsymphony.org for details about parking, tickets and how to prepare for the concert.
Summer Escape Room at Stage III
Follow Alice down the rabbit hole and match wits with puzzles left by the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, Tweedledum and Tweedledee and others in “Escape from Wonderland.” This new family-friendly Escape Room at Stage III Community Theatre is open through August 11. Teams of up to 6 players have one hour to solve their way to freedom, with a prize offered for the fastest time. Reserve your session online at stageiiitheatre.org. Proceeds from “Escape from Wonderland” support the local arts community at Stage III.
Museum passports now available
Families may now pick up their 2019 Passports to Adventure and start hunting for answers and a chance to win some great prizes. Get your passports at any of the eight Casper museums participating in this year’s hunt and enjoy a summer of fun learning history while enjoying educational sites all over the community.
The passport has undergone some changes for 2019, but the museums are glad to be able to offer this fun, relationship-building activity for a 19th straight year. Along with longtime sponsor Pepsi, the new sponsor of the Passport is the local Wardell, Inc. and Writer’s Workshop. One of their characters is the new “face” of the passport, Wavey Davey.
Look for Davey’s friendly face as you hunt for clues to answer questions at each museum. To be eligible for one of the great prizes, you must turn in your stamped passport after visiting six or more of the participating museums: The Bishop Home, Casper Planetarium, Crimson Dawn, Fort Caspar Museum, Nicolaysen Art Museum, National Historic Trails Center, The Science Zone and the Wyoming Veterans Museum. Prizes include shopping sprees, memberships, private tours and lots of “swag.” Many of the museums have free admission, and those that charge a fee often have free admission days (call the museums to find out their free days).
For more details and for passport contest rules, please ask the staff at one of the participating museums or go online to casperadventurepassport.com.
Summer meals for kids
Natrona County School District will provide free summer lunches Monday through Friday for anyone 18 and younger at the following sites this summer:
- Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., to August 23, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club, 1701 E. K St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Paradise Valley, 22 Magnolia, to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Verda James, 701 Carriage Ln., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Midwest School, 256 Lewis St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- YMCA Cottonwood, 1230 W. 15th, to August 30, 11 a.m. to noon.
Monthly DIY challenge
Participate in the Natrona County Library's free DIY Challenge for fun, monthly craft projects. Stop by the Creation Station anytime during regular library hours to complete this month's DIY challenge: fabric luggage tags. All supplies provided at no cost. The Library's Creation Station is a flexible, community, collaborative maker space for individuals and small groups of all ages who can use STEAM-related supplies and equipment to bring their inventions and creations to life. Call 577-7323 for more information.
New shows for July
Art 321 has two unique shows for the month of July. The first show is the one and only Barry Sanderson with his unique storytelling through his paintbrush to canvas. The second show is the POWR of Multiples group from the Lander area. This group of talented artists is a perfect addition in celebration of all things clay for the month of July.
Summer camps and tutoring
Excel Academy Private School is hosting summer camps, summer tutoring and summer enrichment. Campers ages 4 to 13 years can choose from Spanish camps, Geocaching, Dinosaurs, Volcanoes, Our Great State of Wyoming and Princes and Princesses. Tutoring and enrichment are offered for students ages 3 to 18. Please call 259-4599 to inquire or visit the website at www.excelacademywy.com.
Caspar Collins Day July 27
Fort Caspar Museum and its support group, the Fort Caspar Museum Association, hosts “Caspar Collins Day at the Fort,” a free event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 27.
There will be new activities for people to enjoy this year as well as some favorite traditions. Interact with 19th-century characters including frontier army soldiers and mountain men. There will be a Buffalo Hunter demonstration, ranching activities and a shootout with the Bessemer Vigilance Committee. Pose for pictures sitting on a real Texas Longhorn, pull a Mormon handcart and much more. Try toys and games popular 150 years ago, and stroll through the vendor mart and purchase a variety of items for sale or grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks.
There will be a lecture in the museum by historian John Hart who has just published a book of his great-grandfather’s exciting life stories called “Bluecoat and Pioneer: The Recollections of John Benton Hart.” Benton Hart was stationed at Platte Bridge Station and provides a first-hand account of the Battle of Platte Bridge in which Caspar Collins died.
Cars and Coffee every Saturday
Cars and Coffee returns to Casper's Eastside City Brew from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, continuing throughout the summer. There'll be plenty of parking, good brew and gearhead conversation. Come early for the best parking spot.
Summer markets start
Summer markets are held every Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at David Street Station. Browse through local growers and vendors, drinks for all ages, music, kids activities like the splash pad and face painting and so much more. Markets continue every Tuesday through mid-September.
Muni band concerts Thursday
The Casper Municipal Band starts its summer season of concerts at Washington Park each Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Concerts last about an hour, with intermission entertainment differing each week. Take chairs or a blanket, sun screen, bug spray -- and maybe an umbrella. Enjoy of the truly great Casper summer traditions.
July 18, Alicia Roberts, vocalist with Susan Stubson, accompanist; July 25, big band; August 1, Oil City Slickers Barbershop Choir; August 8, Chad Lore.
Summer astronomy camps for kids
Can you believe it’s been 50 years since humans first set foot on the moon? Help your kids reach for the final frontier at the Casper Planetarium’s Summer Astronomy Camps. They’ll find the fun in stargazing, rocket launching, planet exploring and more, with one-week day camps designed by science educators and taught by an enthusiastic staff.
This summer’s lineup includes: July 22 to 26, 1 to 2 p.m.: “Sunbeams” for 4 year olds, $30; July 29 to Aug. 2, 1 to 2 p.m., “Moonbeans” for 5 year olds, $30.
Group sizes are small so every child gets personal attention. Sign your kids up today. You can download a printable registration form at casperplanetarium.com (under “What’s New”) or stop by the Planetarium at 904 North Poplar. (Cash and checks welcome, no cards please.)
Miniature deadline July 25
Art 321 invites all artists to submit work for the 25th annual Miniature Show in August. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, July 25. More information can be found at art321.org.
Fort a Blue Star museum
Once again, Fort Caspar Museum is a Blue Star Museum this summer. The museum joins over 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to active military personnel and their families in collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families and the Department of Defense. The program runs through Labor Day, September 2, 2019.
The free admission program is available for those currently serving in the United States Military-Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard as well as members of the Reserves, National Guard, U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, NOAA Commissioned Corps and up to five family members. Qualified members must show a military uniformed services ID card for entrance into a participating Blue Star Museum.
Fort Caspar Museum's hours during the summer months are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission prices are $4 for adults; $3 for youth (ages 13-18 years) and seniors (ages 62 and over); and free for children (12 years and younger) and for FCMA members. Fort Caspar is located at 4001 Fort Caspar Road and the phone number is 235-8462.
Six Casper students named Memory Masters
Six students from the Classical Conversations home-school community recently capped months of study by correctly reciting over 400 facts from a multitude of subjects as part of the national Classical Conversations Memory Master program.
The students, ranging in age from 7 to 16 years old, earned the Memory Master award on April 17. They are Caden Bright,16; Jase Bright, 10; Chloe Cloud, 7; Emma Hager, 11; Savannah Hubert, 11, and Joshua Rayes, 11. Each child spent about four hours testing their recall and recitation skills on facts from seven subjects.
The subjects included: history, 24 events and stating all 45 US presidents; geography, identifying on a map 120 locations and geographic features in Africa, Europe and the Old World; science facts, including the classification of living things and each continent’s highest mountains; Latin, noun endings and their singular and plural declensions; English grammar facts, including 53 prepositions, 23 helping verbs and 12 linking verbs and math, reciting multiplication tables up to the 15’s, common squares and cubes, rudimentary geometry formulas and unit conversions.
Memory Master is a program that is available to all Classical Conversations participants nationwide. Classical Conversations is an educational community providing academic programs, events, and services to both students and home educators. Classical Conversations utilizes the Classical education model, which is based on a three-part approach to learning, known as the trivium.
Summer camps at 307
Registration is now open for the Summer Junior Camps at 307 Dance Academy. These camps are open to all girls and boys ages 3 to 10. Each Camp will include learning specific skills, terminology, a daily snack and a daily craft. These fun filled camps end with an informal “recital” to showcase what the campers learned during the week.
July 22-26, 2019 “Tricks & Cheers,” Cheer & Tumbling; August 12-16, “Hawaiian Roller Coaster,” Hip Hop & Tap.
All camps will take place at the 307 Dance Academy Studio, 225 N. Wolcott, 315-6297. (Payment is due at registration. Space is limited and registering early is recommended).
Wyoming State Parks passes
Explore Wyoming for free by checking out a Wyoming State Parks pass at the Natrona County Library. The Check-Out State Parks Library Program is an initiative providing youth and families the opportunity to visit and experience Wyoming’s state parks, historic sites and trails for free. Wyoming State Parks backpacks and park passes are checked out together, for up to two weeks. Park passes provide day-use entry into any state park or historic site, and backpacks include educational materials to inspire learning and adventure. Call 577-7323 for more information.
Summer camp open at BGCCW
Kids have a summer of possibilities at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming. Summer camps are scheduled at three locations in Casper and one in Glenrock. Casper camp runs to August 23, while Glenrock runs to August 16, 2019.
The daily camp will be jam packed with academic enrichment, field trips, games, creative arts, financial literacy, McDonald’s reading program, physical activity and so much more. Club sites are open 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Paradise Valley Elementary, Verda James Elementary, the Main Club, the Teen Center at the Main Club and the Glenrock Intermediate School.
Camp is open to kids who are at least 5 years old and have already completed kindergarten, up to age 18. Cost to attend the Casper camp is $75/week, $15/day, or $770 if paid in full before June 15. Glenrock’s fee is $50/week or $10/day. Lunch and healthy snacks are provided at all sites. There is no cost for teens, ages 13-18. Annual membership fees apply to all camp participants. BGCCW is a DFS provider.
For more information, call 234-2456 or visit the Main Club at 1701 East K Street in Casper. Look for registration information online at www.bgccw.org/summercamp.
Paws to Read: StoryTime with therapy dogs
Paws to Read with a furry friend this spring. Dogs and handlers will attend StoryTime on the second Saturday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the Natrona County Library. Children can sit with therapy dogs during StoryTime and spend time reading with them before and after the program. All dogs are certified and licensed through Therapy Dogs of Casper. Call 577-7323 for more information.
'Wyoming Navy' traveling exhibit shoves off
Fort Caspar Museum has organized a traveling exhibit that features many of the U.S. Navy ships named after the state of Wyoming -- its people, cities and towns, counties and rivers -- beginning with the earliest ship in 1900 up through ones that are in service today. “Wyoming Navy” will travel to 11 towns and cities throughout Wyoming for 18 months before returning to Fort Caspar Museum for its final showing in October 2020.
The free exhibit will travel to Torrington, then to Rawlins, Rock Springs, Pinedale, Dubois, Riverton, Cody, Sheridan, and finally, to Fort Caspar Museum. This exhibit is sponsored by the Fort Caspar Museum Association and the Casper Memorial VFW Post 9439 & Auxiliary. FCM is grateful to the VFW for transporting the “Wyoming Navy” exhibit to communities throughout the state.
The exhibit consists of 26 panels with photos and histories of 40 vessels, from simple tugboats to a nuclear-powered submarine capable of launching multiple nuclear missiles. Fort Caspar Museum staff and a Casper College Museum Studies intern researched each ship and have included details such as shipyards where vessels were constructed, dates they were commissioned and decommissioned, crew and armament sizes, and the various missions in which they were involved during both times of peace and war.
For more information on exhibit dates and locations, call Fort Caspar Museum at 235-8462 or visit the website at http://www.fortcasparwyoming.com.
Uprising at DSS August 10
The Uprising Music Festival has changed locations and is at David Street Station on August 10, providing a community day of worship featuring musician Matt Maher and nationally renowned speaker and author Chad Varga as special guests.
The festival is free for all to attend and open to all ages. Activities include a public prayer walk downtown, food trucks, vendor merchandise, local worship bands and a grand finale with Maher and Varga.
For more information, visit event website at uprisingwyoming.org or contact Josh Kalinowski at 267-7004 or joshkalinowski@gmail.com.
StoryTime
The Natrona County Library’s StoryTime for children ages 3-5 is held each Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the Natrona County Library. In addition to being fun, free outings for children and families, StoryTime instills the joy of reading at a young age and helps prepare children for school. Call 577-READ for more information.
StoryTime: TinyTots
It’s never too early to introduce your baby or toddler to the wonderful world of books and reading. Together you will discover the joy of songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. The Natrona County Library’s StoryTime: TinyTots for babies and toddlers is held each Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the main library. In addition to being fun, free outings for children and families, TinyTots instills the joy of reading at a young age and helps prepare children for school. Call 577-READ for more information.
Free dance lessons Wednesdays
Free dance lessons at The Eagles Lodge, 306 N. Durbin (use the side door) on Wednesdays. Teens and adults are welcome. Free Line Dance Classes are 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Learn line dance, country and pop with Machelle. Call 259-2501 for more information.
Art club for elementary
Explore, create, and invent with a variety of art materials and projects including drawing, painting, clay, printmaking, collage and 3-D design at the Nicolaysen Art Museum. This is for ages 6 to 12, the second Saturday of every month from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Free for members and $10 for nonmembers.
Students will be introduced to basic art vocabulary and explore different art concepts related to the current museum’s exhibitions. Join the class at any time.
Dance on Mondays
The Casper Dance Club classes are held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday nights at the Senior Center ballroom, 1831 E. Fourth. Only $3. Beginners and experienced dancers of all ages are welcome. Two-step, waltz, cha-cha, East and West coast, etc.
Birthday parties at Nic
Have an art-filled birthday party at the Nic. Visit the website to choose from a variety of age-appropriate art projects. To reserve a party date or for more information please call 235-5247 or email zgallegos@thenic.org.
'We Will Rock You' in September
With the recent Oscar-winning film, “Bohemian Rhapsody,” the music of Queen is more popular than ever. In 2002, many of those hits were compiled into a rock musical experience, "We Will Rock You," which will be hitting the road once again for a North American tour. Spectra Venue Management is pleased to announce the show will include a stop at the Casper Events Center on Tuesday, September 24.
Ticket prices and on sale date are to be announced. Tickets will be available for purchase at www.SinclairTix.com, the SinclairTix Box Office at the Casper Events Center, by phone at 800-442-2256 or at any statewide SinclairTix outlet.
Produced by Annerin Theatricals in Alberta, Canada, "We Will Rock You," will be offering a VIP package at each stop, which include cast member meet and greets, exclusive merchandise and much more. More information can be found on the musical’s official website (http://www.queenonline.com/wwry).
While We Will Rock You is a quirky, eccentric and heartfelt story of outsiders, it’s also a creative cautionary tale for the cyberage. It reflects the scale and spectacle that marked Queen’s live performances and earned the band its pinnacle position in rock history. The audience can expect We Will Rock You to rock as fiercely as the best of Queen’s concerts.
Following are the new additions in the Natrona County Detention Center at 6:17 a.m. July 17 and 18, 2019. Along with the inmates’ names are their age, the arresting agency and the charges for which they have been detained. Outcomes of cases are not included in this report. For the complete inmate rosters dated July 17 and 18, 2019, visit trib. com.
Wednesday additions:
- Kyle Duran, 27, NCSO, fail to comply; Jeremiah Carson, 39, DCI, drugs/conspiracy, attempts/conspire; Jeremy Tryon, 21, CPD, fail to appear; Dryden Wogan, 21, CPD, fail to appear; Alexzander Campbell, 26, NCSO, hold for probation and parole; Tanya Faulkner, 48, NCSO, hold for 24/7; Bobby Davis, 30, CPD, hold for probation and parole; Jas Harger, 33, NCSO, hold for probation and parole; Alisha Ayers, 32, NCSO, controlled substance possession meth; Patrick Schutz, 35, NCSO, criminal warrant; Joshua Hewitt, 26, CPD, false imprisonment.
Thursday additions:
- Ronald Parsons, 54, NCSO, contract hold/billing; Jonathon Swan, 43, NCSO, contract hold/billing; James Bell, 46, USMA, contract hold/billing; Justis Christopher, 24, NCSO, hold for WSP; Jesus Valenzuela, 34, NCSO, serve jail time; Torrey Johnson, 29, NCSO, courtesy hold/other agency; Duilio Paco-Moreno, 21, INS, contract hold/billing; Allan Davis, 46, CPD, public intoxication; Jeremy Peters, 19, MPD, hold for probation and parole; Donald Smith, 55, CPD, public intoxication; Wilfredo Calderon Arroyo, 21, CPD, turn signal required, compliance auto insurance, driver's license, DWUI, controlled substance possession; Lisa Asire, 55, CPD, fail to comply (times 2); Christien Bramlett, 50, EPD, interference with peace officer, DWUI, controlled substance possession meth; Alana Archuleta, 40, CPD, simple assault.
Casper Police Department
Misdemeanor charges
- Dempsey R. Champion-Stucker, suspended/revoked driver’s license
- David A. Cherry, county warrant/hold for agency
- Tabitha J. Elston, fail to appear
- James B. Govan, DWUS, driving without interlock device, compliance auto insurance
- Tia M. Lawrence, theft of services
- Samantha J. Martinez, fail to comply
- Michael W. Wilson Jr., simple assault
Mills Police Department
Misdemeanor charges
- Sebastian Q. Wirth, 19, hold for probation and parole
Casper Police Department
Accidents, personal injury
- Sunday: 8:51 a.m., E. 15th & Wolcott; 4:01 p.m., E. 15th & S. Beverly; 10:11 p.m., CY & SW Wyo Monday: 7:24 a.m., W. Collins & S. Poplar; 10:24 a.m., E. 1st & E. Yellowstone
Accidents, property damage
- Friday: 1:34 p.m., CY & SW Wyo; 4:16 p.m., 1500 block Centennial Ct. Saturday: 11:15 a.m., 100 block W. Collins; 6:02 p.m., Yesness Park Sunday: 11:04 a.m., CY & SW Wyo; 12:30 p.m., E. 21st & Bonnie Brae; 1:34 p.m., 100 block Valley Monday: 9:34 a.m., N. Poplar & English; 11:40 a.m., E. 12th & SE Wyo; 12:01 p.m., W.13th & SW Wyo; 5:05 p.m., N. Beverly & E. Yellowstone; 12:49 p.m., E. 2nd St.
Assaults
- Friday: 1:08 p.m., 1100 block N. Poplar; 6:52 p.m,. 2500 block E. 15th Saturday: 9:25 p.m., 1600 block E. 12th Sunday: 3:18 p.m., 40 block Calypso
Burglary, auto
- Saturday: 10:59 a.m., 1200 block S. Conwell
Burglary, business
- Saturday: 3:37 a.m., 100 block S. Center
Burglary, residential
- Friday: 11:29 p.m., 10 block Begonia Sunday: 12:09 a.m., 6600 block Poplar; 12:46 a.m., 800 block N. Washington
Disturbance: 18 Drugs: 7 EMS assist: 7 Family fight
- Saturday: 5:25 a.m., 2700 block Saratoga Sunday: 6:37 p.m., 6600 block Kinzie Creek Pl.; 10:03 p.m., 5100 block Blackmore
Fight
- Friday: 10:04 p.m., 2800 block SW Wyo Saturday: 1:05 a.m., 3900 block E. 12th Sunday: 2:55 a.m., 2000 block E. 15th Monday: 3:32 a.m., 100 block S. Montana Monday: 11:19 a.m., 500 block Westshore
Fire assist
- Saturday: 10:06 a.m., 1100 block N. Poplar; 3:11 p.m., 200 block E. 7th Monday: 2:57 p.m., 4700 block Tranquility
Fireworks: 7 Harassment
- Friday: 9:16 p.m., 200 block N. Center
Hit and run
- Monday: 6:25 p.m., 1700 block E. K
Juvenile problems: 14 Missing person
- Monday: 9:06 p.m., SW Wyo & 1st
Public intoxication: 12 Shots fired
- Friday: 11 p.m., 2000 block First St. Ln.; 11:01 p.m., 6600 block King Salmon Dr. Saturday: 3:53 a.m., 2300 block E. 8th Monday: 8:56 p.m., 2000 block Laramie
Suicidal subject
- Friday: 7:01 p.m., 4000 block S. Poplar Saturday: 3:16 p.m., 1700 block Brentwood Sunday: 7:14 a.m., 2300 block E. 18th; 7:41 p.m., 1400 block S. Missouri Monday: 7:20 a.m., 1200 block Missouri
Suicide attempt
- Sunday: 8:35 a.m., 1900 block S. Cedar
Threatening
- Monday: 4:38 p.m., 1200 block E. 2nd
Traffic stops: 157 Trespassing
- Saturday: 11:29 a.m., 1600 block S. Fenway
Weapon offense
- Sunday: 5:07 p.m., N. McKinley & E. 1st
Natrona County Sheriff’s Office
Accident, personal injury
- Saturday: 3:15 a.m., I-25; 8:58 a.m,. 20-26 mp 39; 2:50 p.m., 220 mp 61; 9:19 p.m., 220 Sunday: 12:37 p.m., Twelve Mile & Zero Tuesday: 2:34 a.m., I-25 mp 182
Accident, property damage
- Monday: 2:32 a.m., S. McKinley & E. 29th Monday: 3:20 p.m., SE Wyo & Scenic
Alcohol offense
- Saturday: 11:23 p.m., 24000 block Lakeshore Dr.
Assault
- Friday: 11 p.m., 1700 block Fairgrounds Monday: 6:44 p.m., 5700 block 33 Mile Rd.
Burglary, residential
- Friday: 5:16 p.m., 300 block Platte St.
Disturbance
- Tuesday: 2:26 a.m., 3400 block Salt Creek Hwy.
Drowning (reported)
- Sunday: 6:02 p.m., Riverside Dr.
FVPA violation
- Friday: 12:25 p.m., 10000 block Landmark Ln. Sunday: 9:57 a.m., 10000 block Landmark Ln. Monday: 8:34 p.m., 2900 block Renauna
Family fight
- Sunday: 10:03 p.m., 5100 block Blackmore
Fight
- Friday: 10:04 p.m., 2800 block SW Wyo
Prowler
- Saturday: 1:51 a.m., 1800 block Mandan Tr.
Shots fired
- Saturday: 4:17 p.m., Prairie Ln.
Suicidal subject
- Friday: 8:39 a.m., Wy 251 mp 7
Threatening
- Monday: 4:38 p.m., 1200 block E. 2nd
Traffic stops: 54
Mills Police Department
Accident, property damage
- Thursday: 9:08 a.m., 4600 block W. Yellowstone Friday: 8:13 a.m., 300 block Hudson Saturday: 4:36 p.m., 3500 block Bur
Disturbance
- Tuesday: 2:26 a.m., 3400 block Salt Creek Hwy.
Drugs
- Saturday: 7:27 a.m., 4600 block W. Yellowstone
Family fight
- Sunday: 6:49 p.m., 9800 block North Park Ave.
Juvenile problem
- Thursday: 11:25 p.m., SW Wyo & Fourth Friday: 12:17 a.m., SW Wyo & Pendell Monday: 11:46 p.m., 4400 block Chalmers
Shots fired
- Sunday: 6:46 p.m., 4600 block Cleveland; 9:14 p.m., 100 block Riverview
Traffic stops: 92
Glenrock Police Department
Arrest and hold
- Sunday: 9:01 p.m., 2nd
Bar check
- Sunday: 12:44 a.m., Birch
Fire assist
- Sunday: 1:25 a.m., Boxelder
Hit and run
- Sunday: 7:19 p.m., Dorsey
Juvenile problems
- Saturday: 10:58 a.m., Deer
Runaway
- Friday: 10:10 a.m., 6th at Aspen
Suspicious
- Friday: 7:55 p.m. Monday: 11:33 a.m., Brubaker
Traffic stops: 4
Cinema at the Station
Cinema at the Station, presented by Memorial Hospital of Converse County, is at 7 p.m., on Friday with the showing of “Trolls.” Check out a pre-show dance performance by Dance Evolutions as they dance along to songs from the movie. Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a free night at the movies.
Dance to Steve Frame
Come to the Saturday dance at the Senior Center with Steve Frame and the Western Rebels. All ages are welcome to come and dance or listen to the great western music. The dance will is 7 to 10 p.m., with potluck snacks after 8 and maybe some drawings for door prizes after 9. Admission is $6 for ages 15 and older.
Monthly vets ceremony July 31
The Natrona County United Veterans Council and the staff of the Oregon Trail Wyoming Veterans Cemetery conduct a monthly memorial service for those known Wyoming veterans who have died since the last memorial service, June 30, when 101 Wyoming veterans were honored.
This month’s memorial service is at noon on Wednesday, July 31, in the Tom Walsh Chapel at the Oregon Trail Veterans Cemetery. All are welcome to attend.
This memorial service is provided on behalf of a grateful state and nation as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by each of these veterans.
The veteran’s name, Wyoming community and branch of service is read at roll call. There is a rifle salute, taps and a flag ceremony.
Marine Corps League meets
Marine Corps League will meet at 7 p.m., Wednesday, August 14, in the library of the Casper Elks Lodge. Questions: Gary 237-7864.
Wednesday support meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous: 6:30 a.m., 917 N. Beech; 8:30 a.m., 500 S. Wolcott; 10 a.m., 328 E. A; noon, 500 S. Wolcott; 2 p.m., 917 N. Beech; 5:30 p.m., 1124 Elma, Imitate the Image Church; 5:30 p.m., 328 E. A; 7 p.m., 500 S. Wolcott, closed; 7 p.m., 520 CY; 8 p.m., 328-1/2 E. A; 8 p.m., 328 E. A; 8 p.m., 917 N. Beech. Douglas: 7:30 p.m., 628 E. Richards (upstairs in back). Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open. Casper info: 266-9578; Douglas info: (307) 351-1688.
Al Anon: 7 p.m., 302 E. 2nd St., First Methodist Church.
Narcotics Anonymous: Noon, 500 S. Wolcott, 12-24 Club; 7 p.m., 15th and Melrose, at the church. Web site: http://www.urmrna.org.
TOPS #162, weight loss support, 8:30 a.m., 1868 S. Poplar.
Wellness Wednesday at DSS
In proud partnership with the YMCA, David Street Station continues Wellness Wednesday fitness classes. Start the morning off right with yoga on the lawn. This 6 a.m. class focuses on mind and body and is a great addition to any fitness routine. Then at 6 p.m., get ready to dance at the Family Dance Fitness Class. This energizing class is so much fun you’ll forget you are working out.
City splash pad, pools open
Marion Kreiner Splash Pad is open. With water cannons, dump buckets, overhead and ground sprayers, city staff anticipates the new splash pad to be an exciting addition to our community. Marion Kreiner Splash Pad normal operating hours are daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Marion Kreiner Swimming Pool hours are Monday through Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Mike Sedar Aqua Park’s hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.
Washington Pool’s hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 1 p.m. for adult lap swimming and individual water exercise followed by 1 to 6 p.m. for open swimming. Open swim is on Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m. and the pool is closed on Sunday.
Paradise Valley Pool’s normal operating hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday 1 to 6 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. for open swim. Paradise Valley will have two lap swim lanes available all day for lap swimming and individual water exercise.
Summer meals for kids
Natrona County School District will provide free summer lunches Monday through Friday for anyone 18 and younger at the following sites this summer:
- Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., to August 23, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club, 1701 E. K St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Paradise Valley, 22 Magnolia, to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Verda James, 701 Carriage Ln., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Midwest School, 256 Lewis St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- YMCA Cottonwood, 1230 W. 15th, to August 30, 11 a.m. to noon.
Hot roast beef at Elks
Wednesday Night Special at the Casper Elks Lodge is hot roast beef with mashed potatoes, green beans and corn. All you can eat for $7, children 5 to 12 are $3, serving from 6 to 7 p.m. or until gone. Members, significant other and guest accompanied by a member. For more information, call 234-4839. All proceeds go to Elks Charities.
Free dance lessons
Free dance lessons at The Eagles Lodge, 306 N. Durbin (use the side door) on Wednesdays. Teens and adults are welcome. Free Line Dance Classes are 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Learn line dance, country and pop with Machelle. Call 259-2501 for more information.
StoryTime with therapy dogs
Dogs and handlers will attend StoryTime on the second Saturday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the Natrona County Library. Children can sit with therapy dogs during StoryTime and spend time reading with them before and after the program. All dogs are certified and licensed through Therapy Dogs of Casper. Call 577-7323 for more information.
Fiddle championships set
The 29th Annual Rocky Mountain Fiddle Championships and Music Festival is at the Ramada Plaza Riverside July 19-21. Friday, July 19, there will be an informal jam session around 8 p.m. or as musicians arrive. Saturday, July 20, is the competition and spectator admission is free. It starts at 9 a.m. and runs all day with a break for lunch and a break for dinner. The evening show starts at 7 p.m. and there will be a judge’s show, and the final divisions for the Twin Fiddle completion and the championship division. Sunday morning, July 21, there will be some workshops and lessons offered by Bubba Hopkins who is a nationally recognized musician. The event is funded in part by the Wyoming Arts Council through the National Endowment for the Arts and the Wyoming State Legislature and Townsquare Media. If anyone has questions please call or text Casey at 277-7444.
AKC dog show set
American Kennel Club Dog Shows July 26 to 28 at Central Wyoming Fairgrounds, sponsored by Central Wyoming Kennel Club. Free to attend. This is a dog show with Conformation, Obedience and Rally. Barn Hunt and North American Diving Dogs all three days as well. For more info: centralwyomingkennelclub.org.
A Charlie Brown Christmas at CEC
Just in time for the holiday season, everyone’s favorite Peanuts television special comes to life on stage on Monday, December 23, at the Casper Events Center. A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage (https://www.acharliebrownchristmaslive.com/) celebrates the timeless television classic as the whole family can join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts characters in their journey to uncover the true meaning of Christmas.
Tickets and VIP packages are on sale at 10 a.m., this Friday. Tickets will be available for purchase at www.SinclairTix.com, the SinclairTix Box Office at the Casper Events Center, by phone at 800-442-2256 or at any statewide SinclairTix outlet.
The live stage adaptation of the classic animated television special brings all your favorite characters to life, all set to the original special’s dialogue as well as the unforgettable sounds of the classic Vince Guaraldi musical score.
After the final bow, the show crescendos into a celebration of song as the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and carols. The show is 90 minutes including intermission.
For the latest news and updates from cast on the road, follow A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage on Facebook and Instagram (@charliebrownchristmaslive) and Twitter (@cbchristmaslive). The tour hashtag is #CBXtour19.
Wyoming movie poster exhibit at fort
Fort Caspar Museum has installed an exhibit featuring thirty movie posters from films shot in Wyoming. “Hollywood in Wyoming,” will be on view through September 8, 2019.
Hollywood’s fascination with Wyoming is evident in its frequent use of the state’s vast and beautiful landscape, which has been featured in more than 120 films. The rolling hills, snow-capped Tetons, and broad plains have served as a backdrop for movies starting in 1904 with Wyoming Roundup. Traditional Western themes represent a large percentage of the films made in Wyoming, however many movies with other themes have also capitalized on Wyoming’s spectacular scenery.
Fort Caspar Museum’s hours in the summer 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, and admission prices are $4 for adults; $3 for youth (ages 13-18 years) and seniors (ages 62 years and up); and free for children (12 years and younger) and for museum members.
For questions and additional information, please call the museum at 235-8462.
VBS at Resurrection
Vacation Bible School at Resurrection Church, 342 S. Grant, is July 29 to August 2. Come join us at The Incredible Race for lots of fun of stories, crafts, games, and food as we travel around the world.
First Saturday Study August 3
Abraham in the Old Testament has many descendants. Four to be exact and this has consequences for how one understands the Bible. On Saturday, August 3, at 9 a.m., at Bethel Baptist Church, 3030 S. Poplar, the four “seeds” of Abraham and the blessing Abraham has been to the world will be studied. Refreshments will be served. Please phone the church office for further information at 234-8812.
UU sets events
The Unitarian Universalist Community of Casper is a doctrine-free spiritual community joining together to make a difference for the good, and welcoming all who come with open hearts and open minds. Located at 1040 West 15th Street, Sunday services are at 10 a.m., with youth programming and child care available.
On July 21, Jayne Jacobs will present “Roads Less Traveled.” Music, psychology, and spirituality come together in an exploration of how human experience is shaped. We will explore how mindful awareness can create a positive difference in our connections.
On July 28, Tammy Dominquez will speak on the July worship theme “Connections.”
On August 4, Rev. Leslie Kee will introduce the August worship theme “Compassion.” This is a “Share the Plate” Sunday benefiting the Platte River Trails.
The UU Casper weekly meditation, led by Buddhist Stuart Mackenzie, is held each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
On Thursday, July 25, at 7 p.m., Brenda Evans will lead a Meditation Drumming Circle. No experience is necessary, and world instruments are available to share during this free and free-flowing drumming circle.
For curious folks interested in a deeper exploration of science, technology, and other topics of interest, UU Casper will host “Lunch With TED” on Sunday, July 28, from noon to 1 p.m. Bring a sack lunch to eat while we view a selected TED Talk, followed by a facilitated discussion.
For more events and information, go to uucasper.org or visit UU Casper on Facebook.
Pops in the Park Aug. 24
The Wyoming Symphony Orchestra presents the third annual Pops in the Park summer concert, scheduled for Saturday, August 24 in Washington Park. The gates will open at 5 p.m., and music will begin at 7:30 p.m. The concert is a family-friendly, all-ages event.
This year’s concert is a musical tribute to John Williams, whose timeless compositions and film scores have helped shape the cultural landscape for six decades. The orchestra will highlight recognizable works from Harry Potter, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park, and other popular pieces.
Several local vendors will be onsite with a variety of food, drink, and dessert options. Urban Bottle will host a cash bar onsite with a selection of wine, beer, and specialty cocktails.
Please visit www.wyomingsymphony.org for details about parking, tickets, and how to prepare for the concert.
Summer Escape Room at Stage III
Follow Alice down the rabbit hole and match wits with puzzles left by the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, Tweedledum and Tweedledee and others in “Escape from Wonderland.” This new family-friendly Escape Room at Stage III Community Theatre is open through August 11. Teams of up to 6 players have one hour to solve their way to freedom, with a prize offered for the fastest time. Reserve your session online at stageiiitheatre.org. Proceeds from “Escape from Wonderland” support the local arts community at Stage III.
Museum passports now available
Families may now pick up their 2019 Passports to Adventure and start hunting for answers and a chance to win some great prizes. Get your passports at any of the eight Casper museums participating in this year’s hunt and enjoy a summer of fun learning history while enjoying educational sites all over the community.
The passport has undergone some changes for 2019, but the museums are glad to be able to offer this fun, relationship-building activity for a 19th straight year. Along with longtime sponsor Pepsi, the new sponsor of the Passport is the local Wardell, Inc. and Writer’s Workshop. One of their characters is the new “face” of the passport, Wavey Davey.
Look for Davey’s friendly face as you hunt for clues to answer questions at each museum. To be eligible for one of the great prizes, you must turn in your stamped passport after visiting six or more of the participating museums: The Bishop Home, Casper Planetarium, Crimson Dawn, Fort Caspar Museum, Nicolaysen Art Museum, National Historic Trails Center, The Science Zone and the Wyoming Veterans Museum. Prizes include shopping sprees, memberships, private tours and lots of “swag.” Many of the museums have free admission, and those that charge a fee often have free admission days (call the museums to find out their free days).
For more details and for passport contest rules, please ask the staff at one of the participating museums or go online to casperadventurepassport.com.
Summer meals for kids
Natrona County School District will provide free summer lunches Monday through Friday for anyone 18 and younger at the following sites this summer:
- Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., to August 23, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club, 1701 E. K St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Paradise Valley, 22 Magnolia, to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Verda James, 701 Carriage Ln., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Midwest School, 256 Lewis St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- YMCA Cottonwood, 1230 W. 15th, to August 30, 11 a.m. to noon.
New shows for July
Art 321 has two unique shows for the month of July. The first show is the one and only Barry Sanderson with his unique storytelling through his paintbrush to canvas. The second show is the POWR of Multiples group from the Lander area. This group of talented artists is a perfect addition in celebration of all things clay for the month of July.
Casper Events
Natrona County Public Library, summer hours now in effect, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Labor Day.
Rock the Block, every Thursday through August 29, 6 to 10 p.m., Yellowstone Garage. Enjoy live music, food and drink vendors in a relaxed, outdoor atmosphere. Free.
Windy City Wednesdays, July 24 through August 28 on alternating Wednesdays, 4 to 8 p.m., Gruner Brothers Brewing. Enjoy food, live music and a relaxed summer vibe.
Food for Thought Summer Markets, to September 10 every Tuesday, 5 to 8 p.m., David Street Station.
Casper Art Walk, first Thursday of each month through September, 5 to 8 p.m. Fun, free, and family friendly event.
Cinema at the Station, David Street Station, 7 p.m. Enjoy a night at the movies outside at David Street Station. Come early with camp chairs and blankets to claim your spot before the show begins. July 19, Trolls; August 2, The Secret Life of Pets; August 30, Hotel Transylvania.
Casper Music
Casper Municipal Band Concerts, 7:30 p.m., July 18, 25, August 1, 8. Intermission entertainment: July 18, Alicia Roberts, vocalist with Susan Stubson, accompanist; July 25, big band; August 1, Oil City Slickers Barbershop Choir; August 8, Chad Lore.
Music & Poetry Series, Bourgeois Pig, 114 W. 2nd St., 7:30 p.m. Beverages served 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., only, and at intermission. July 22, Dem Bones Ensemble & Open Mic for writers; July 29, Jim Oliver & Charlotte Babcock; August 5, George Vlastos & Zack Schommer; August 12, Oil City Slickers Barbershoppers & India Hayford; August 19, John May and Heath McAteer plus Chad Hanson. Tickets $8 each or $30 for series of five, an Artcore presentation.
Farewell Angelina, 7:30 p.m., Downtown Grill, all-female country group. Artcore pricing: Adult, $13; seniors (60 and over), $12; students and school teachers, $7; 12 and under, $5.
Hilltop Bank Concert Series, David Street Station, 6 p.m. Embrace warm summer nights as live music rings throughout downtown Casper. A variety of regional and national musicians will perform different genres of music, keeping you dancing even after the sunset. August 8, Zack Schommer and Few Miles South; August 16, Zack Schommer and Canyon Kids; August 23, Whiskey’s Alibi and Chancey Williams and the Younger Brothers Band.
Wyoming Symphony Orchestra, Pops in the Park, 7 p.m., August 24, Washington Park, featuring the music of John Williams; October 5, opening gala; December 7, holiday concert; January 25, Triumphant Traditions; March 14, Marvelous Masterworks; April 18, Suffragette Symphony, featuring specially commissioned piece by composer Stephanie Ann Boyd. Info: 266-1478, wyomingsymphony.org.
Casper Art
Art 321’s Eclectic Group open to anyone, meets most Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost for each session is $5 and there is a different program or project planned each week. Extra supplies are usually available, so just bring what you already have from the list for each class.
Informal weaving group, 10 a.m. to noon Wednesdays, Art 321. Use tabletop looms provided or purchase one for $20. Cost is $5 per week. Expert weavers on hand to help.
Informal Artists Mingle session each Thursday afternoon, 1 to 3 p.m., Art 321. Artists are invited to meet one another, network and find new friends. Bring something you are working on to show others and request valuable feedback if you desire.
Art 321 hosts open ceramics studio every Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. to noon. Cost $10 per session, instructor present to assist you. Clay available for purchase or bring your own. All other supplies are provided.
Casper Theater
Wyoming Shakespeare Festival Company, “Twelfth Night,” 3 p.m., July 20, Grace Reformed Church. All seats $8.
Casper Theater Company 2019-2020 season: Crimes of the Heart, October 11-13, 18-20; Santa Clues, December 6-8; Dial M for Murder, February 7-9, 14-16; Norman, Is That You? April 17-19, 24-26; Hangin’ with Ralph and Gladys, June 5-7. Season tickets are available at the Senior Center, at the door for the first show, and online at caspertheatercompany.net. Season tickets are $65. For more information, please call 267-7243.
Following are the new additions in the Natrona County Detention Center at 6:17 a.m. July 13, 14, and 15, 2019. Along with the inmates’ names are their age, the arresting agency and the charges for which they have been detained. Outcomes of cases are not included in this report. For the complete inmate rosters dated July 13, 14, and 15, 2019, visit trib. com.
Saturday additions:
- Jesse Mostaert, 28, EPD, speed urban zone, reckless driving, registration violation, no passing zone, obey traffic control signals, two and three lane, DWUS, DWUI, controlled substance possession, interference with peace officer, attempt to elude, compliance auto insurance; Natalie Heigis, 31, MPD, hold for probation and parole; William Jackson, 25, NCSO, bond revocation; Jessie Elkins, 30, NCSO, courtesy hold/other agency; Alyssa Frechea, 21, MPD, hold for probation and parole; Jake Perea, 39, MPD, hold for probation and parole; Jessie Birr, 42, MPD, hold for probation and parole; Timothy Beck, 39, CPD, controlled substance possession meth, hold for probation and parole, controlled substance possession; Joe Miller, 47, CPD, public intoxication; Sabrina Prosise, 23, CPD, hold for probation and parole, controlled substance possession meth, DWUS; Christy Harlow, 52, CPD, county warrant/hold for agency; Jason Kiser, 25, NCSO, serve jail time; Quentyn Jenkins, 20, NCSO, county warrant/hold for agency, fail to appear (times 3); Nicole McCall, 27, EPD, left turn at intersection, DWUI, DUS, insurance required; Lisa Wolcott, 53, MPD, DUS, DWUI; Kenneth Scribner, 55, CPD, hold for probation and parole; Ronald Benally, 47, CPD, open container space/structure, public intoxication; Michael Blackley, 64, CPD, public intoxication, open container-space/structure; Tyler Littledog, 23, CPD, open container-space/structure, public intoxication; Elissa Qualls, 31, CPD, fail to comply; Larry McDaniel, 30, EPD, fail to comply, disorderly conduct, public intoxication; Olisa Gardner, 32, CPD, fail to comply; Ronald Warner, 54, MPD, fail to comply; Clayton Simmons, 22, NCSO, DWUI.
Sunday additions:
- Eli Miller, 36, WHP, compliance auto insurance, aggravated assault, DWUI with injury, open container in vehicle; Donald Smith, 55, CPD, public intoxication; Kevin Scott, 19, CPD, fail to appear; Jeremy Hopkins, 39, CPD, suspended/revoked driver’s license; Dominick Aiello, 57, CPD, public intoxication; Zackery Edwards, 26, CPD, DWUI, open container operating vehicle.
Monday additions:
- Danielle Campos, 39, CPD, hold for probation and parole; Gilbert Casias, 64, CPD, hold for probation and parole; Anita Burd, 44, CPD, hold for probation and parole; Josselyn Pratt, 37, CPD, hold for probation and parole; David Young, 61, CPD, controlled substance possession; Randall Wehr, 34, CPD, hold for probation and parole; John Samsel, 48, CPD, controlled substance possession meth, hold for probation and parole, controlled substance possession; Jessica Marts, 30, CPD, controlled substance possession meth, hold for probation and parole; Amy Lancaster, 25, CPD, controlled substance possession; Kurt Deming, 52, MPD, fail to comply, criminal warrant; Phillip Riddick, 28, CPD, NCIC hit; Nathaniel Vanbuskirk, 18, CPD, shoplifting; Crystal Wirtala, 27, CPD, fail to comply (times 2), interference, shoplifting, fail to appear (times 2), criminal warrant (times 2); David Sheets, 32, CPD, controlled substance possession, controlled substance possession meth; Megan Whitener, 38, CPD, battery; Shealene Rivera, 29, CPD, simple assault; Nicholas Fenton, 18, CPD, criminal warrant; Andrew Fernandez, 27, CPD, driving without interlock device, controlled substance possession meth, registration violation, DWUS, compliance auto insurance; Jason Whitney, 39, CPD, suspended/revoked driver’s license.
Casper Police Department Felony charges
- Timothy S. Beck, hold for probation and parole; misdemeanor controlled substance possession meth, controlled substance possession
- Jonathan C. Burton, burglary aggravated, burglary
- Jessica D. Marts, hold for probation and parole; misdemeanor controlled substance possession meth
- Brian A. Patton, burglary, burglary aggravated
- Sabrina J. Prosise, hold for probation and parole; misdemeanor DWUS, controlled substance possession meth
- Philip Riddick, NCIC hit
- John W. Samsel, hold for probation and parole, controlled substance possession meth; misdemeanor controlled substance possession
- David L. Young, controlled substance possession
DWUI misdemeanor charges
- Zackery A. Edwards, DWUI, open container operating vehicle
Misdemeanor charges
- Dominick D. Aiello, public intoxication
- Ronald Benally, public intoxication, open container space/structure
- Michael C. Blackley, public intoxication, open container space/structure
- Anita L. Burd, hold for probation and parole
- Danielle L. Campos, hold for probation and parole
- Gilbert J. Casias, hold for probation and parole
- Tabatha I. Cool, fail to comply
- Nicholas L. Fenton, criminal warrant
- Andrew A. Fernandez, DWUS, compliance auto insurance, driving without interlock device, registration violation, controlled substance possession meth
- Olisa D. Gardner, fail to comply
- Christy A. Harlow, county warrant/hold for agency
- Lynwood J. HisBadHorse, public intoxication
- Jeremy J. Hopkins, suspended/revoked driver’s license
- Amy L. Lancaster, controlled substance possession
- Tyler R. Littledog, open container/space structure, public intoxication
- Paul E. Maestas, county warrant/hold for agency
- Casey A. Miller, fail to appear, county warrant/hold for agency
- Joe R. Miller, public intoxication
- Josselyn J. Pratt, hold for probation and parole
- Elissa R. Qualls, fail to comply
- Travis B. Rhamy, fail to appear
- Shealene Rivera, simple assault
- Larissa S. Salazar, fail to appear
- Kevin J. Scott, fail to appear
- Kenneth A. Scribner, hold for probation and parole
- David E. Sheets, controlled substance possession, controlled substance possession meth
- Hayley S. Sigler, suspended/revoked driver’s license
- Donald W. Smith, public intoxication
- Nathaniel C. Vanbuskirk, shoplifting
- Randall C. Wehr, hold for probation and parole
- Megan V. Whitener, battery
- Jason L. Whitney, suspended/revoked driver’s license
- Crystal D. Wirtala, shoplifting, criminal warrant (times 2), fail to appear (times 2), fail to comply (times 2), interference
Glenrock Police Department Misdemeanor charges
- Aimee Albertson, 32, probation violation
Mills Police Department Felony charges
- Blake Michael Creekmore, 25, hold for probation and parole
DWUI misdemeanor charges
- Lisa M. Wolcott, 53, DWUI, DUS
Misdemeanor charges
- Jessie M. Birr, 42, hold for probation and parole
- Claus Raymond Bouska, 45, fail to comply
- Kurt A. Deming, 52, fail to comply, criminal warrant
- Alyssa D. Frechea, 21, hold for probation and parole
- Natalie A. Heigis, 31, hold for probation and parole
- Jake A. Perea, 39, hold for probation and parole
- Daniel L. Powell, 60, fail to appear
- Ronald K. Warner, 54, fail to comply
Nursing school seeks alums, past staff for celebration
The H.E. Stuckenhoff School of Nursing will be celebrating 50 years of nursing at Casper College, and they are seeking graduates and past faculty to help in the celebration.
The Casper College Nursing Program began offering an associate degree in nursing in the fall semester of 1969. To mark the occasion, the nursing school will hold an open house and recognition banquet on Saturday, September 7.
The open house will be held in the Saunders Health Science Center and will feature tours of the facilities including the inter-professional Health Science Simulation Center. Refreshments and cake will be served.
That evening, a banquet will be held at the Shrine Club for current and past nursing faculty, alumni, and guests. The event will begin at 5 p.m. with a no-host bar and 6:30 for the dinner and recognition program. The dinner will be catered by Bullwhip Catering and tickets are $20 per person.
Contact information can be submitted to the Casper College Alumni Association by calling 268-2213, toll-free at 800-442-2963, ext. 2213 or emailing alumni@caspercollege.edu. To purchase tickets for the banquet contact Lupe Kerr at 268-2235, toll-free at 800-442-2963, ext. 2235 or gkerr@caspercollege.edu.
Apply for Head Start
Head Start is currently accepting applications for the 2019-2020 school year. Head Start is a free, quality preschool program that prepares children for school. Applications are available at 301 W. B Street in Casper. Head Start is a United Way agency. Call 577-1864.
New writing class takes novel approach
Students are sought for a new fall class at Casper College: “NaNoWriMo,” ENGL 2490.
“NaNoWriMo,” short for National Novel Writing Month, will challenge students to write 50,000 words in 30 days. According to Jill Hughes, English instructor, the first two months of the class will be used to prepare for November’s NaNoWriMo challenge.
The first two months of the class will focus on “ ... coming up with ideas, preparing for high-velocity writing, and assembling writing survival kits,” Hughes said. The goal for November will be to write a 50,000-word novel. “This is a challenging but doable goal, even for people with busy lives and no novel-writing experience,” noted Hughes.
At the end of the course, students will celebrate their writing and “... look towards what the next steps are when they have their novel’s first draft completed,” said Hughes.
The two-credit class will meet weekly on Tuesdays beginning August 20 from 6 to 7:50 p.m. To register or for more information, contact Hughes at 268-2383 or jhughes@caspercollege.edu.
Microsoft Office at CC’s Flex Lab
Registration for self-paced classes on Microsoft Office 2019 suite applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access at Casper College’s Flex Lab, for the fall 2019 semester is now taking place.
With the release of Office 2019, the Flex Lab is an excellent choice for anyone to update their skills in Microsoft Office’s updated suite.
Not only will those who enroll upgrade their skills by training in the newest version, but they will also be able to work with an earlier version.
Beginning to advanced classes are offered in the Flex Lab. Classes can be taken for one credit and completed in five weeks, but students can finish in less time or take more time to finish if needed.
Beginning with the fall semester, the Flex Lab will be open on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6 to 8 p.m. The lab is also open on Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1.p.m. and Friday from 9 to 11 a.m.
To register, or for more information, contact Marjorie Anderson at 268-3539.
Head Start accepting applications
Head Start is currently accepting applications for the 2019-2020 school year. Head Start is a free, quality preschool program that prepares children for school. Applications are available at 301 W. B Street. Head Start is a United Way agency. Call 577-1864.
New scholarship available
The first scholarship available through the Marcia and Richard Engum Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund will provide a $1,000 scholarship for the 2019-2020 school year.
To qualify, the recipient must have an overall grade point average of 2.5 and maintain a 2.5 GPA each semester during the scholarship year and be 30 years of age or younger. The scholarship also gives preference to students who do not qualify for the Hathaway Scholarship.
“The Engums were just average hard-working individuals who invested so that they could leave something behind to help future students,” said Ann Dalton, associate director of development for the Casper College Foundation. “The Engums loved the city and people of Casper. They wanted to leave a gift that would improve the lives of young people in the community,” she said.
Established in September of 2017 as the Marcia and Richard Engum Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund, investment monies earned by the fund are used to finance the scholarship in perpetuity.
Register for Christian school
Mountain Road Christian Academy (MRCA) is now registering for the upcoming 2019-2020 school year. MRCA is an accredited k-8th grade Christian School. Please go to Mountainroadchristianacademy.com web site for more information, or call Traci Pike at 235-2859. Please leave your name and number if no answer.
Consider St. Anthony
St. Anthony Tri-Parish Catholic school is an educational choice that is different from the public schools, including a comprehensive, rigorous, hands-on academic program for students in preschool through high school. Numerous extracurricular activities are offered, including sports, STEM, the arts, religion, project based learning, service learning and much more. Financial assistance is available for qualifying families. Students from all Christian denominations are welcome. Applications are being accepted for the 2019-20 school year. Call today for a private tour at 234-2873, visit www.sascasper.com or on Facebook @stanthonycasper.
Register for Mount Hope
Mount Hope Lutheran School is now accepting registration applications for the 2019-2020 school year. Mount Hope is a classical, Christian, conservative pre K-10th grade school which has served the Casper community for over 20 years. Please come for a school tour or call for more information at 234-6865.
Historical firearms on display
“The Good, The Bad, and The Banned,” an exhibit of historical firearms, is open for public view at the Fort Casper Museum and runs through Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019.
The show was organized by student curators from the Casper College Museum Studies seminar. The students researched the artifacts and wrote signage for each group of firearms on display. A highlight of the exhibit is the revolver of Tom O’Day, a veteran of the Civil War and a member of the Wild Bunch.
“Working with the students from the ‘Museum Studies’ class is always fun and exciting. They offer different ways of looking at the objects and bring a new perspective to the exhibit,” said Michelle Bahe, curator of collections at Fort Caspar Museum.
The Casper College “Museum Studies” seminar is part of the college’s museum/gallery studies degree program.
Alumni board seeks nominations
The Casper College Alumni Association is seeking nominations for exemplary alumni to be honored as part of the 75th Anniversary of Casper College in 2020.
From the nominations received, the alumni association board will choose 25 for exemplary status. Nominees will be selected based on their commitment to Casper College and success following graduation.
To nominate someone online go to www.caspercollegefoundation.org/exemplary-alumni. Nominations can also be emailed to Danica Sveda at dsveda@caspercollege.edu or mailed to the Casper College Foundation, 125 College Drive, Casper, Wyoming, 82601. All nominations must contain the name of the nominee, their mailing and email addresses, phone number, graduation year if applicable, biographical information, connection to Casper College, the name of the person submitting the nomination, and their email and phone number.
Little Free Library at ALC
The Adult Learning Center at Casper College is now the site of a Little Free Library. The library consists of two former newspaper racks each featuring a selection of books for most ages.
Everyone is welcome to “take a book and share a book.”
The two newspaper racks were donated by the Casper Star-Tribune, while the Friends of the Library Foundation donated some of the reading materials and also facilitated the acquisition of the Little Free Library.
Little Free Library book exchanges are located in all 50 states and 85 countries.
Started in 2009 by Todd Bol and Rick Brooks of Hudson, Wisconsin, Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization. According to LFL, the mission of the organization is “… to inspire a love of reading, build community, and spark creativity by fostering neighborhood book exchanges.”
Hot roast beef at Elks
Wednesday Night Special at the Casper Elks Lodge is hot roast beef with mashed potatoes, green beans and corn. All you can eat for $7, children 5 to 12 are $3, serving from 6 to 7 p.m. or until gone. Members, significant other and guest accompanied by a member. For more information, call 234-4839. All proceeds go to Elks Charities.
Collectors meet Thursday
The Antique Collector’s and Vintage Club will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m., on Thursday, July 18, at the Senior Center, 1831 East 4th Street. This month’s program will be presented by Janet Field on teddy bears, she will bring her collection. Anyone interested in the program is invited. Club members are encouraged to attend as there will be a business meeting. Refreshments will be served.
The club’s annual picnic will be August 15. Please mark your calendar, and bring a “Show–n-Tell” item. Members, please plan to attend.
The club is planning its October 5 and 6 Antique & Collectibles Show held at the fairgrounds. For more information or if you would like to have a booth, please call Rick at 797-6402.
A Charlie Brown Christmas at CEC
Just in time for the holiday season, everyone’s favorite Peanuts television special comes to life on stage on Monday, December 23, at the Casper Events Center. A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage (https://www.acharliebrownchristmaslive.com/) celebrates the timeless television classic as the whole family can join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts characters in their journey to uncover the true meaning of Christmas.
Tickets and VIP packages are on sale at 10 a.m., this Friday. Tickets will be available for purchase at www.SinclairTix.com, the SinclairTix Box Office at the Casper Events Center, by phone at 800-442-2256 or at any statewide SinclairTix outlet.
The live stage adaptation of the classic animated television special brings all your favorite characters to life, all set to the original special’s dialogue as well as the unforgettable sounds of the classic Vince Guaraldi musical score.
After the final bow, the show crescendos into a celebration of song as the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and carols. The show is 90 minutes including intermission.
For the latest news and updates from cast on the road, follow A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage on Facebook and Instagram (@charliebrownchristmaslive) and Twitter (@cbchristmaslive). The tour hashtag is #CBXtour19.
Wyoming movie poster exhibit at fort
Fort Caspar Museum has installed an exhibit featuring thirty movie posters from films shot in Wyoming. “Hollywood in Wyoming,” will be on view through September 8, 2019.
Hollywood’s fascination with Wyoming is evident in its frequent use of the state’s vast and beautiful landscape, which has been featured in more than 120 films. The rolling hills, snow-capped Tetons, and broad plains have served as a backdrop for movies starting in 1904 with Wyoming Roundup. Traditional Western themes represent a large percentage of the films made in Wyoming, however many movies with other themes have also capitalized on Wyoming’s spectacular scenery.
Fort Caspar Museum’s hours in the summer 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, and admission prices are $4 for adults; $3 for youth (ages 13-18 years) and seniors (ages 62 years and up); and free for children (12 years and younger) and for museum members.
For questions and additional information, please call the museum at 235-8462
Better Breathers July 25
The next Better Breathers support group will meet from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Thursday, July 25th, at the Nerd Health and Wellness Center at Wyoming Medical Center, 1233 E. Second St.
This month we will have a presentation on: “Pulmonary Rehabilitation Course: What does it consist of, What can it do for you, and Who qualifies to take it.” Presented by Dotty Stubbs RRT.
The Better Breathers meets on the fourth Thursday of every month and offers presentations on exercise, breathing techniques, supplemental oxygen, general medication education, among other topics. For questions or to sign-up for the Better Breathers Club, call 577-2931.
Sandbar mystery tours return
Do you like murder mysteries? Do you like to solve crimes? Casper Theater Company will again bring back the 1920’s in Casper. The Sandbar Murder Mystery tour will be held on Friday and Saturday, August 2 and 3. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the Senior Center, or online at www.caspertheatercompany.net The tour takes you back in time to the 1920’s where you can talk to a bootlegger, a gambler, a vigilante, the Queen of the Sandbar, and a crazed lover, to see if you can figure out who killed poor old Shorty McCoy. The tour guide will take you to the place where Shorty was killed where you can take pictures of the crime scene. From there you will talk to six people who could have committed the crime. See if you can figure out which one did it. The excitement starts at 8 p.m., at the fountain in front of City Hall, 200 N. David. This tour is not recommended for children. If you have questions you can call 267-7243 for answers.
Register online for hockey
Casper Amateur Hockey Club’s online registration is now open for the 2019-2020 season and we are still accepting registrations for our 6U, 8U, 10U, 12U and Girls 19U divisions. Did you know that the first time skater fee for the season is $200 and we that have an equipment rental program that includes almost all the gear needed to play? Please check out our website at http://casperhockey.com to find all the information you need under the Player Registration menu. For families that have new players interested in registering for hockey for the first time and have questions about the youth hockey program, please contact Diane at clubcasperhockey@gmail.com or 315-0188 for more information.
Tuesday support meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous: 6:30 a.m., 917 N. Beech; 8:30 a.m., 500 S. Wolcott; 10 a.m., 328 E. A; noon, 500 S. Wolcott; 2 p.m., 917 N. Beech; 5:30 p.m., 1124 Elma, Imitate the Image Church; 5:30 p.m., 328 E. A; 7 p.m., 500 S. Wolcott, closed; 7 p.m., 520 CY; 8 p.m., 328-1/2 E. A; 8 p.m., 328 E. A; 8 p.m., 917 N. Beech. Douglas: 7:30 p.m., 628 E. Richards (upstairs in back). Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open. Casper info: 266-9578; Douglas info: (307) 351-1688.
Narcotics Anonymous: Noon, 500 S. Wolcott, 12-24 Club; 7 p.m., 15th and Melrose, at the church. Web site: http://www.urmrna.org.
Sharing Meeting: 8 p.m., 328-1/2 E. A St. upstairs. Non-smoking. Featuring AA and Al Anon participation in the solution.
City splash pad, pools open
Marion Kreiner Splash Pad is open. With water cannons, dump buckets, overhead and ground sprayers, city staff anticipates the new splash pad to be an exciting addition to our community. Marion Kreiner Splash Pad normal operating hours are daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Marion Kreiner Swimming Pool hours are Monday through Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Mike Sedar Aqua Park’s hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.
Washington Pool’s hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 1 p.m. for adult lap swimming and individual water exercise followed by 1 to 6 p.m. for open swimming. Open swim is on Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m. and the pool is closed on Sunday.
Paradise Valley Pool’s normal operating hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday 1 to 6 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. for open swim. Paradise Valley will have two lap swim lanes available all day for lap swimming and individual water exercise.
Summer meals for kids
Natrona County School District will provide free summer lunches Monday through Friday for anyone 18 and younger at the following sites this summer:
- Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., to August 23, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club, 1701 E. K St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Paradise Valley, 22 Magnolia, to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Verda James, 701 Carriage Ln., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Midwest School, 256 Lewis St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- YMCA Cottonwood, 1230 W. 15th, to August 30, 11 a.m. to noon.
Summer market at DSS
Summer markets are held every Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at David Street Station. Browse through local growers and vendors, drinks for all ages, music, kids activities like the splash pad and face painting and so much more. Markets continue every Tuesday through mid-September.
Parkinson’s support set
Parkinson’s support group meetings are open to anyone with Parkinson’s or caring for someone with Parkinson’s. Meetings are July 16, August 13, September 10, and November 12. Chad Henry, COTA/L, DRS driving rehab specialist at Rocky Mountain Therapy is the guest speaker on July 16. Meetings start at 5:30 p.m. at 120 S. Forest St. To RSVP or questions, please call 577-5204 or 337-1200 and ask for Jerri.
Active Aging July hike
The Active Aging part of AARP’s CAT led by Diana Nooney Hough has set the July dates and times for hiking fans. All are welcome. For further information, please call Diana at 259-2783. July 16, Casper College to Mountain Rd., 7 to 8 p.m., (park in Gateway lot).
Needle Guild meets
The Casper Needle will meet for a stitch-in at 7:15 p.m., at the Central Wyoming Senior Center, 1831 East Fourth Street. For further information, please phone Ann Hudson at 265-5510.
MARRIAGES
CASPER — These licenses were issued in Natrona County and released by the County Clerk’s office. All marriage licenses obtained in Natrona County are printed as a matter of public record. Engaged couples who prefer not to have a marriage license published should seek it out of county.
- Monte Lawrence Turnbough and Abigail Marie Tille
- Spencer Robert Grove and Kyrstin Marie Carpenter
- Patrick Norman Cardinal and Allison Marie Adams
- Cody Shane McFarland and Breanna Jean Marker
- Dekoda Jade Iseman and Alysha Marie Dickinson
- Louis Valentino Montoya II and Brooke Danielle Claar
- Jason Wesley Greenwood and Chastidy Jean Greenwood
- Colt James Connelly and Jessica Marie Allen
- Jason Michael McLemore and Betsy Ann Taucher
- Sean Thomas Cummings and Retha Ann Cole
- Jacob Lloyd Blackburn and Katie Lynn Robinson
- Frank Blair Mathson and Audrey Noelle Boespflug
- Saul Samuel Vargas and Makenzie Taylor Brown
- Cayden John Hazelton and Jennie C. Harding
- Joshua Scott Vernon and Stephanie Hanson-Koritnik
- James Richard St. Gelais and Harley Destiny Douglass-Syvertson
- William Daniel Lloyd and Lacy Marie Flury
- Christopher Barbaree and Alexis Desarae Womac
- Dillon Michael Ferguson and Colleen Jenifer Baird
- Kellan Derek Stenhaug and Bailey Barnes Dahlke
- Matthew Floyd Ferrell and Jessica Ann Hale
- Brent Roy Buckingham and Dana Marie Schlingman
- Dallas Duane Moore and Marisol Villescas
- Dilan Robert Olson and Stephanie Dawn Sutphin
DIVORCES
CASPER — These were granted (made final) in Natrona County and released by the Clerk of District Court’s office. All divorces granted in Natrona County are printed as a matter of public record.
- Robert Lee Schukman Jr. v. Jones Tyler Martin
- Jessie James Varela Jr. v. Maritza Elizabeth Alvarado Flores
BIRTHS
CASPER — These were recorded at Wyoming Medical Center. The Star-Tribune prints all births that occur at Wyoming Medical Center, released by the hospital with consent of the mother; as well as home births, and births that may take place outside of Casper to Casper and Glenrock residents because of military deployment, medical reasons or temporary employment. In the case of unmarried parents, a paternity form must be on file at the hospital for the father to be listed.
June 24, 2019
Boy, Vaughn Thomas, to Ikeea and Jed Seidel, Casper
Boy, Oliver Ryan, to Analise Solis and Bradley Peterson, Casper
June 25, 2019
Girl, Emma Dubois, to Brittney Linaman and Nkrumah Hatten, Casper
Girl, Hilah Marie, to Savannah and Michael Schadegg
June 26, 2019
Girl, Karly Apollonia Haddy, to Rachael McDaniels and Frank Erzar II, Casper
Boy, Zion, to Megan and Regina Odom, Casper
Girl, Nevaeh Kai, to Idalia Harris and Jacob Salazar, Casper
June 27, 2019
Boy, Marcus Anthony, to Caroline Moyte and Jon Frias, Casper
Boy, Emmett Kane, to Rebecca Singer and Eric Spiva, Casper
Boy, Cash Emery, to Lyndi and Christopher Liston, Casper
Boy, James Edwin Wayne, to Georgia Wirtala, Casper
June 29, 2019
Girl, Nevaeh Jean, to Taylor Meyer and Jordan Schmidt, Casper
Boy, Atreus Patrick, to Elexis and Jordan Enis, Casper
Boy, Rhett Jameson, to Amber and John Woods, Casper
June 30, 2019
Boy, Eric James, to Lindsey and Timothy Winckler, Casper
Boy, Jhett Edward, to Terra and Paul Zowada, Casper
July 1, 2019
Girl, Sorina Jade, to Chelsea and Fabian Nietert, Casper
Girl, Emma Faye, to Elizabeth Liebelt and Nicholas Nock, Casper
July 2, 2019
Boy, Leonardo, to Diana Rivas and Jose Ochoa, Casper
July 5, 2019
Girl, Rylee Paige, to Rhonda and Weldon Strange, Bar Nunn
Boy, Garner Louis, to Rebecca and Gregory Johnston, Casper
Girl, Olivia Jordan, to Alyssa Meshechek and Austyn Benbo, Casper
Boy, Keaton Lane, to Colleen Baird and Dillon Ferguson, Casper
July 6, 2019
Girl, Aspen Rose, to Shelby Ludlum and Joseph Alsgaard, Casper
Girl, Noelle Jennifer Ann, to Carole and Christopher Jackson, Casper
July 8, 2019
Boy, Brody Hudson, to Jackie and Anthony Ouano, Casper
Boy, Cooper Lane, to Stephanie McDaniel and David Fountain Sr., Casper
Needle Guild July 16
The Casper Needle will meet for a stitch-in at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16, at the Central Wyoming Senior Center, 1831 East Fourth Street. For further information please phone Ann Hudson at 265-5510.
Stammtisch in the summer
Sommer im Park mit Musik, please join the Stammtisch group for informal potluck picnics on July 18 at Washington Park at 6:30 p.m. near the lower playground. This is a nice opportunity to share food, recipes and conversation, even if you don’t bring a dish to share. Conversations, in English and German, range from family histories to military service in Germany to favorite foods, books, movies and trip destinations.
Elks poker run July 20
7th annual “Iron Elk” Motorcycle Poker Run is Saturday, July 20. Registration starts at 8 a.m. at the Casper Elks Lodge and get your first card. Cost is $30 per hand per person. Join your Elk friends for a fun day of riding and enjoyment. Details at the lodge; for more information and RSVP by email at Elkslodge1353@gmail.com, call Casper Elks Lodge at 237-2432 or Joe Michalov at 262-0955.
Elks golf July 27
Elks Golf Tournament is Saturday, July 27, 1 p.m. Casper Municipal Golf Course. Format is two-person best ball scramble, $70 per person, $10 Mulligans for a 50/50 drawing. Dinner and prizes at the lodge afterwards for all participants. Must be present to win. For more information, email Greg Flesvig at gregfl@bresnan.net for sponsorship information for those who wish to support our tourney. Members, significant other and guest accompanied by a member. For more information call 234-4839.
Join Historical Society
If you are one who wants to know more about Wyoming, how the West was settled, why it was settled and all that has happened since, come join the Natrona County Historical Society on the fourth Thursday of the month. Members share a multitude of stories, films, power point presentations and hands-on exhibits about our 150 year history, much of it related to immediate ancestors only three generations past.
The Natrona County chapter is but one of 20 chapters in the state that comprise the Wyoming State Historical Society. Partnering with them, the American Heritage Center, the University of Wyoming and the Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources helps to share the fascinating story of Wyoming’s past and preserve her rich historical resources.
For more information about membership and events, please call Larry Steensland at 333-3745 or Kem Nicolaysen at 262-3972.
Huge doll, collectible show set for Casper
The Casper Doll, Toy, Teddy Bear, and Miniature Show and Sale, a United Federation of Doll Clubs (UFDC) Region 6 event, is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 24, 2019, at the Ramkota Hotel. Admission is $5, kids free, free parking.
There will be a huge variety of items for sale such as antique, vintage, modern, artist, OOAK, collectible; Kestner, Ideal, Effanbee, Steiff, American Girl, BJD, Barbie, Gene and many more brand names, as well as clothing, furniture, accessories. Many handmade items. Vendors from all over the West.
Door prizes, helpers (raffle items), exhibits and free mini-seminars.
There will be two pre-show tours on Friday, August 23, beginning at 10 a.m. The Bishop Home, 818 E. 2nd St., will host dolls and toys and the Nicolaysen Art Museum, 400 E. Collins, will host doll houses. Cost is $10 for each.
For more information, see DollShowUSA.com and print a $1 off admission coupon.
Information and table reservations: Kay Schrader cell 406-360-7214 (no text), email schrader1501@blackfoot.net.
New address for Bosom Buddies
Bosom Buddies of Wyoming has relocated with Windblown Fibers to 504 S. Durbin Street. The volunteer knitting group continues in its mission to support breast cancer survivors by providing knitted bosoms that are soft, washable and lightweight at no charge to the recipient. Custom knitted chemo caps can also be requested to suit any age or gender. A rainbow of colors await! The group appreciates having a home with Windblown Fibers at their new location, and can be contacted there at 337-3900 or through the Facebook page, Bosom Buddies of Wyoming.
Monday support meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous: 6:30 a.m., 917 N. Beech; 8:30 a.m., 500 S. Wolcott; 10 a.m., 328 E. A St.; noon, 500 S. Wolcott; 2 p.m, 917 N. Beech; 5:30 p.m., 328 E. A; 6 p.m., 500 S. Wolcott, Ste. 200; 6 p.m., 456 S. Walnut; 7 p.m., 917 N. Beech; 8 p.m., 328 E. A. Douglas: 7:30 p.m., 628 E. Richards (upstairs in back). Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open. Casper info: 266-9578; Douglas info: 307-351-1688.
Al-Anon: Noon, 701 S. Wolcott, St. Mark’s Church, enter at the back of the church across from parking lot.
Narcotics Anonymous: Noon, 500 S. Wolcott, 12-24 Club; 7 p.m., 302 E. 2nd, Methodist Church; 8 p.m., 4700 S. Poplar (church basement). Web site: http://www.urmrna.org.
Teen Addiction Anonymous: 3:30-4:30 p.m., Boys & Girls Club Teen Center. Info: 258-7439.
Adult Children of Alcoholics: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 12-24 Club, 500 S. Wolcott St., Suite 200.
Summer camp at 307
Registration is now open for the Summer Junior Camps at 307 Dance Academy. These camps are open to all girls and boys ages 3 to 10. Each Camp will include learning specific skills, terminology, a daily snack and a daily craft. These fun filled camps end with an informal “recital” to showcase what the campers learned during the week.
July 15-19, “Beauty & the Beast,” Ballet & Creative Movement.
All camps will take place at the 307 Dance Academy Studio, 225 N. Wolcott, 315-6297. Payment is due at registration. Space is limited and registering early is recommended.
Active Aging July hikes
The Active Aging part of AARP’s CAT led by Diana Nooney Hough has set the July dates and times for hiking fans. All are welcome. For further information please call Diana at 259-2783.
July 16, Casper College to Mountain Rd., 7 to 8 p.m. (park in Gateway lot); July 25, baseball fields south of 3 Crowns Golf on West 13th Street, 8 to 9 a.m. (park in baseball lot off 13th); July 30, Rim Rock Trail, 7 to 8 p.m. (new trail, details to follow).
Muni ladies golf pairings
July 18, play of the day, two-person best ball. Eighty percent of handicap, 40 maximum, USGA standard recommendation. 8 a.m. start, playing Park and Links. $5 cash entry fee per player. For changes or additions please call pro shop at 233-6620.
Park #1 Dona-TBA, TBA-TBA; Links #9A Ortiz-Boyle, Balas-Stolte; Links #9B Pfiefer-Smith, Sanford-Shogren; Links #8A Wheatley-Haydel, Warren-Heberlein; Links #8B Bain-Farmer, Clark-Santoni; Links #7A McCarrel-Meyer, Chadwick-Webb; Links #6A Benardis-Hill, Marsh-Ellis.
Adult softball registration
Fall co-ed softball season is quickly approaching. The Casper Recreational Leagues Association, in conjunction with the City of Casper Recreation Division, is offering fall co-ed softball leagues that will begin play in August. Team packets including registration forms, league rules, season dates, fees and other important information are available in the Casper Recreation Center lobby or online at www.crlasports.com.
All adult teams interested in participating in this year’s fall co-ed softball league must register no later than Thursday, August 8, 2019 at the Casper Recreation Center, 1801 East 4th Street. Teams will either play on Monday or Tuesday evenings depending on what night they choose. The size of the league is limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
If additional information is needed, contact the City of Casper Recreation Division at 235-8383.
Wine on the River July 24
The Wyoming Symphony Orchestra’s annual summer fundraiser Wine on the River will take place from 6 to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24, at Jonah Bank (777 W. 1st St) along the banks of the North Platte River.
New music director Christopher Dragon will be in attendance as guests taste bites from local restaurants, sample wine pairings from Southern Glazer Wine & Spirits, enjoy live music played by a WSO ensemble and mingle. At 8 p.m. the evening will proceed with a live auction featuring a selection of packages ranging from custom goods to vacation experiences and more.
Tickets to Wine on the River cost $75 apiece and are available at wyomingsymphony.org/events. Ordering online only takes a few minutes. Contact the WSO at 266-1478 with any questions.
Support Reeb mural project
In collaboration with The Table, the James Reeb family and other Casper community groups and individuals, the Unitarian Universalist Community of Casper is raising funds through the crowdfunding site faithify.org for a James Reeb Memorial Mural in downtown Casper. UU minister and civil rights activist Rev. Reeb was killed in Selma Alabama in 1965 while protesting for voting rights. His story can be heard on the new serial NPR podcast “White Lies.” This unique public art project promotes Reverend Reeb’s legacy of service and social justice activism, a lifelong journey that began right here in Casper. To find out more and to support this important project visit faithify.org/projects/reverend-reeb-memorial-mural/. The fundraiser runs through July 27.
Relay for Life set
The Relay for Life event will be held Friday July 26, 2019 at George Tani Field in North Casper from 6 p.m. to midnight. Survivor sign up begins at 4 p.m. with appetizers provided to survivors. Opening ceremonies at 6 p.m. and dinner provided by Texas Roadhouse to be served after.
Raffle benefits church emergency fund
Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Church in Society, is holding a Harley and Cash Prize Raffle to benefit OSL’s Family Medical Emergency Fund. There are three prizes: a 1974 Harley-Davidson FLH Electra Glider, shovelhead w/under 15K miles; $500 cash and $100 cash. Tickets, 500 available, $50 each, are on through July 29, 2019. The drawing is August 1, 2019 at OSL Church. Interested persons may contact Tina at 235-7944 or 797-0999 or Peggy at 237-4175 or 258-5176. Tickets are also available at Driven, 237-7680, ask for Matt Desch.
Help African orphans
Create hope for African orphans with Horizon International. A $40 a month sponsorship covers food, clothing, basic medical and school fees/uniforms. It’s a powerful experience for kids and families to get to learn about their lives and share yours through letter writing. For further questions, contact Gwen in Casper at 262-0719 or go to www.horizonorphans.com.
Save the date for Localicious
Wyoming Food for Thought Project invites you to join the annual celebration of Localicious on Friday, September 13, on the beautiful grounds of the local VR Ranch, south of Glenrock. This year’s event will feature multiple chefs creating the most amazing culinary creations, a bar featuring local brews and the highlight of a partnership between Food for Thought and Backwards Distilling — the Casper Mountain Gin.
All the food and drink will be sourced as locally as possible. Join under the twinkly lights on the grand lawn of the VR Ranch for an opportunity to participate in an epic celebration of community.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at tinyurl.com/Localicious2019, on the Facebook event or by calling the Food for Thought Urban Farm and Program Center at 337-1703.
Second Chance 5K July 20
The Mary Bennion Foundation presents the Second Chance 5K on Second Street at 8 a.m. on Saturday, July 20, beginning at Highland Park Community Church, 5725 Highland Dr. Check-in starts at 7 a.m. with the race at 8 a.m. Registration is $25, 12 and under run free. Register at the race, online at EventBrite or at Medical Skin Care, 2546 E. 2nd St., #400.
Oliver North to speak at August breakfast
He played a key role in the release of American hostages in Lebanon in the 1980s under President Ronald Reagan. Colonel Oliver North will share his message as the featured speaker at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming’s Annual Awards & Recognition Breakfast on August 28, 2019. Colonel North is a combat decorated U.S. Marine, serving in pivotal missions in American history.
Born in San Antonio, Texas in 1943, Col. North graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1968 and served 22 years as a U.S. Marine. His combat awards include the Silver Star, the Bronze Star for valor and two Purple Hearts for wounds in action.
From 1983-86, he served as the counter-terrorism coordinator on the National Security Council and helped plan the rescue of U.S. students on Grenada, the rescue of American hostages and the raids on Muammar Gadhafi’s terror bases. North is the author of 17 best-selling books and is the co-founder of Freedom Alliance, an organization serving wounded U.S. military personnel and their families.
He is the father of four and grandfather of 17. He and his wife Betsy live in Virginia and recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
The 21st Annual Awards & Recognition to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs is scheduled for Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at the Casper Events Center. This year’s honorees are Casper residents Phil & Jody Schmidt, who have made a tremendous impact on business and community.
Little Black Dress Affair coming to Casper
Women United, a local group of women supporting the efforts of United Way of Natrona County, hosts the first Little Black Dress Affair in the ballrooms of the Ramkota Hotel from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 5. Save the date for this marvelous fundraiser with all proceeds supporting Connections to Success, an umbrella for local United Way agencies focusing on poverty and homelessness. Connections to Success is a proven national program now in Casper that inspires individuals to realize their dreams and achieve economic independence by providing hope, resources and a plan.
Black attire is requested.
The event will feature live entertainment, a fashion show and much more.
The ticket price is the only source of donations, attendees will not be asked for further support through auctions, raffles, pledges or other means that day.
Call Renee or Karin at 266-6000 for more information about the event, table sponsorships or individual tickets.
Stories of Light Nov. 9
Please join Make-A-Wish Wyoming for a transformative evening at the annual Stories of Light Gala on November 9, 2019, at The Hangar in Bar Nunn.
Your support will help transform lives, one wish at a time for local children battling critical illnesses.
The Stories of Light Gala provides guests with the opportunity to experience the Make-A-Wish Wyoming mission firsthand through direct community impact. The semiformal event includes a gourmet sit-down dinner, exclusive wines, hors d’oeuvres, a live auction and a few very special surprises. Guests also have the opportunity to meet inspiring children and families whose lives have been changed by a granted wish.
The Stories of Light Gala is held annually where Make-A-Wish Wyoming is headquartered. Reserve your seat at this year’s event or become a sponsor by contacting the Make-A-Wish Wyoming office at 234-9474 or at wyoming.wish.org.
Wyoming throws for sale
PEO is selling Wyoming throws. The 100 percent cotton 4-by 6-foot throw designed by Casper PEO members, exhibits images of Wyoming in a multi-colored design. They are a perfect wedding gift. All proceeds from the sales support PEO projects to help educate women through grants, loans and scholarships. More than 80,000 women have been recipients of PEO projects. To purchase or order a Wyoming throw call Becky at 259-3350.
Schmidts to receive BGCCW honor
In times of unimaginable sorrow and pain, human nature is to close off, ask “why us?” and shut down. A Casper couple has done just the opposite — twice. Phil and Jody Schmidt’s strength and perseverance in times of hardship are examples of why they have been chosen as the distinguished honorees for 2019 Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming Award and Recognition Breakfast.
The couple will be honored at the 21st Awards and Recognition Breakfast to be held later this year. Tickets and reservations will be available through the Boys & Girls Club beginning in June.
“We lost our son Evan at 11-1/2 years old and son Reid at 29. It sucks but as a result we feel we have been able to help others during sucky times,” said Phil Schmidt of he and wife Jody’s extensive community involvement.
Married 37 years, the Schmidts are a force when presented with a challenge beyond raising six children. They met at Black Hills State University, moved to Casper in 1982 and have resided here since. First working as a Certified Public Accountant, Phil moved to the private sector in 1988, becoming president and majority owner of Greiner Motor Companies.
Meanwhile, Jody, clearly the “grace” in the grit and grace partnership, has worked tirelessly at St. Anthony Tri-Parish School, within the parish at St. Anthony’s in a number of areas, at Holy Cross Center in the food bank ministry and on the boards of Interfaith and NAMI. A breast cancer survivor, she has exhibited her natural grace during that battle, asking for prayers for others ahead of herself.
Our automatic sprinkler system has been misbehaving. Unbeknownst to us it has not been turning on in the middle of the night these past few days. Which is a little frustrating because our weather is finally going to mimic a normal July and the temps will be in the 90s this next week.
Thus our early morning discussion. He says the pump valve must have gotten messed up (I think he described it more technically) when the electricity went out last Saturday night. I agreed and with a peeved annoyance I reminded him that my garage door opener is still wonky too and so I have to get out of my car and use the key pad to get into the garage.
We’ve been totally inconvenienced and frustrated. What a week.
And then I came out to sit on my patio furniture, on one of our porches, surrounded by blooming flowers and shade trees, to set up my iPad to write.
In a moment I was struck by the absolute absurdity of my frustration. I live in America, 99 percent of my irritations are because I am privileged to live in a First World Country where we are “rich” and “free” to choose how we want to conduct our lives.
We live in the country outside of town with a well in our backyard. We pump over 4,500 gallons of water a day to water our trees and grass. The average African woman will walk 3.5 miles every day to get two to three gallons of water for her family.
I was feeling a bit miffed about my garage door opener until I took a breath and thought: at least I have a car to drive (two actually) and so does my husband and all of my kids and all their friends and... just about everyone I know. In developing countries, about five people out of 1,000 own some kind of motorized vehicle.
Furthermore, I get to pull into a garage. A garage! Which means we have a place to protect my car from the elements but also a dwelling for our family. Warm beds, running water, electricity, heat, air conditioning. Over 4.3 billion people in the world live on $2.50 or less. I’ll take a stab in the dark here, but I doubt those people have a car or a garage or reliable electricity or anything more than a shack made of tin scraps and cardboard (I’ve seen them).
We suffer first world problems. Here are few others:
- When someone puts the dishes in the dishwasher facing the wrong direction.
- When your phone battery dies before you get home from work to charge it.
- When you’re done watching a downloaded movie on your big screen TV and there is popcorn on the couch. So annoying!
- When you get a cheeseburger from the drive through, but they forgot to put on the extra pickles you requested.
Take a minute today and be thankful. Yes, thankful. Most of the world doesn’t even have the hope of ever struggling with so many of our frustrations and complaints. We live, despite our day to day grievances, full, rich and “convenient” lives.
For July 14, 2019Wyoming Events
- LARAMIE: Summer hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) for UW business and administrative offices are in effect.
- TORRINGTON: Goshen County Comicon, July 14, 21st and Main. Local and regional comic book vendors, meteorite from the Denver Museum, photo booth, NASA speaker, real superheroes panel, shuttle launching at city park. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. Free, family friendly event. Funded in part by the Wyoming Humanities Council.
- CHEYENNE: Tickets now on sale for “The Price is Right,” live, Cheyenne Civic Center, 7:30 p.m., December 3. Tickets available at Cheyenneevents.org, by phone at 307-637-6363, or in person at the Cheyenne Civic Center Box Office (510 West 20th Street, Cheyenne).
- DUBOIS:Tuesday Night Square Dances, a Dubois tradition since 1948. All ages and dance levels welcome. Every Tuesday through August 20, 8 to 9:30 p.m. in the Frontier Room of the Rustic Pine Tavern, 119 E. Ramshorn. Adults $4, kids 12 and under $2. Info: 307-455-2313. Sponsored by St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church, Dubois.
- LARAMIE: Albany County CattleWomen Ranch Tour, July 20, touring ranches in the McFadden/Arlington area. Free to the public. A cold roast beef sandwich with condiments, chips, potato salad, dessert and drinks can be purchased at lunchtime for $6 cash or check. CattleWomen items will also be available for sale by cash or check. Bring chairs, sunscreen and good walking shoes. Meet at the south end of the Wyoming Territorial Prison Historic Site, Laramie, 8 a.m. for light refreshments and tour instructions. Departure is scheduled for 9 a.m. Info: Sandra Eike, 760-5590.
- CHEYENNE: Book signing, M. Billiter, “A Divided Mind,” 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., August 3, Barnes & Noble, 1851 Dell Range Blvd.
- CHEYENNE: Mystery Science Theater 3000 starring creator Joel Hodgson, 7:30 p.m. Cheyenne Civic Center, February 12, 2020. Tickets on sale now. Tickets online at CheyenneEvents.org or at the Civic Center Box Office in person at 510 West 20th Street, or over the phone, 307-637-6363.
Wyoming Music
- CHUGWATER: Stampede Saloon & Eatery, 417 First St. Open mic acoustic jam sessions every Thursday, starting at 6 p.m. Live entertainment Friday and Saturday. Buffet 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights, entertainment begins at 7 p.m. July 19-20, Barney & Nancy Miesse. No cover charge and definitely family oriented. Info: 307-422-3200.
- CHEYENNE: Norah Jones, July 14, Cheyenne Civic Center. Tickets $59.50 to $99.50, www.ticketfly.com. Presented by Live Nation.
- CHEYENNE: Fridays on the Plaza, July 19, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Third Rail, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Michael Morrow & The Culprits; July 16, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Black White Blues Band, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Whiskey’s Alibi; August 2, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., The Drunken Hearts, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band; August 9, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., The Margarita Brothers, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Luna Shade; August 16, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Luna Shade, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Josh Gonzales Band, 7 to 8:30 p.m., The Burroughs; August 23, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., My Body Sings Electric, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Tyler Walker Band; August 30, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Delta Sonics, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Tiffany Pollack. Fridays Extended: times tba, July 20, Sir Mix A Lot; July 24, Cheyenne Day, Thumpin’/Boogie Machine. Info: www.FridaysOnThePlaza.com;www.CheyenneEvents.org;@FridaysOnThePlazaCheyenne (Facebook);@CheyenneEvents.
- ROCK SPRINGS: Wyoming’s Big Show, Sweetwater County Fair, After Dark Concert Series, Trace Adkins, July 30; MUDDFEST featuring Puddle of Mudd, Trapt, Saliva, Saving Abel and Tantric, July 31; Dylan Scott, August 1; Gary Allan, August 2; Ratt, August 3. Info: www.SweetwaterEvents.com.
- CHEYENNE: Beatles vs. Elvis – A Musical Showdown, 7 p.m., August 17, Cheyenne Civic Center, 510 W. 20th St Tickets $35-$65, online at www.cheyenneevents.org, by phone at 307.637.6363 or at the Civic Center Box Office. The show is appropriate for all ages.
Wyoming Theater
- CHEYENNE: Great Russian Nutcracker, 7 p.m. Nov. 15, Cheyenne Civic Center. Tickets $27 to $175: Ticketfly 1-877-435-9849, www.nutcracker.com. Special pricing is available for groups. Call 800-320-1733 or email grou
- ps@nutcracker.com.
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Kelly Walsh h.s.
Principal’s (4.0)
Seniors: Camilla Baldinelli, Katherine Bennett, Chad Bila, Tess Bjorksten, Elisa Black, Jazmyn Blackford, Brooks Browning, Izabelle Cardenas, Sage Coventry, Jenna Crouse, Shayna Deveraux, Sage Dobby, Aubrey Dort, Dante Driskell, Ryan Foy, Jaylyn Garfield, Gabrielle Garris, Gracyn Hansen, Jenna Harley, Aurora Heuer, Caroline Heward, Saaj Hull, Johnathan Jensen, Enrique Jimenez, Jonathan Johnson, Isabelle Jones, Emerson Kopp, Maddison Leclair, Hadley Lloyd, Stephen Lovato, Katelyn Lux, Rebecca Mabey, Alexia Mendez, Audrey Mitchell, Mikayla Morrison, Paige Muller, Madison Nipper, Jocelyn Olson, Savannah Olson, Benny Ortiz Corrales, Abby Phillips, Emma Realing, Afton Reichenbach, Natalie Reimann, Brant Rieker, Grace Ritchie, Kaitlyn Schubert, Connor Shopp, Regann Sipe, Izabelle Smith, Kylie Spangler, Brock Spiegelberg, Mason Stowell, Joenon Sulzen, April Szymanski, Ryan Thapa, Lexie Tippin, Jayden Weber, Tyler Whitley, Travis Wicks.
Juniors: Kaylah Allsop, Kevin Anderson, Karlee Brower, Andrew Brown, Brentan Brown, Jaden Brutsman, Mathew Bryant, Julia Burrows, Anna Burton, Chance Burton, Yessenia Castillo, Jack Coleman, Faith Cottrell, Jevon Davis, Lainey Deacon,Beau Donelan, Kylie Dray, Caleb Eastlund, Maya Eathorne, Gatlin Edwards, Mariah Frisby, Madison Galles, Christian Garman, Antonia Garner, Hannah Glynn, Hadlee Hollinger, Lindsay Hubert, Jayla Johnson, Kynlee Jolley, Brady Kennedy, Cosette Koerperich, Jacob Kraft, Isabel Lyons, Elizabel Macias, Danielle Mohr, Travis Moon, Benjamin Mosier, Annabelle Nicholson, Maren Nicolaysen, Samuel Norcross, Katelyn Owen, Ian Pfaff, Beth Pierantoni, Timothy Pike, Jordyn Reed, Isabel Rieker, Jean Roberts-Palmer, Tierney Robinson, Sydney Shupick, Randy Sletten, Desiree Smith, Sydney Smith, Faith Steinberg, Sarah Strube, Jianfeng Sun, Abigail Tharp, Taylor Tobin, Hailey Welch, Marissa Wintermote, Rebekah Wise, Kyle Woodruff.
Sophomores: Sara Argueta Acevedo, Ainsleigh Belveal, Presley Bloom, Ashlee Braat, Carver Bray, Hailey Brown, Abigail Cash, Stephen Christensen, MaKinna Clabaugh, Caleb Cockrum, Hannah Cole-Centner, Devon Crump, Avery Delaney, Sarah Denton, Alyssa DePoorter, Ashlynn Eads, Charlize Fritsinger, Joshua Gardner, Matthew Goodwin, Buck Harris, Trynitee-Mae Heaton, Lynn Heyer, Laura Hoversland, Talon Hultman, Audrey Johnson, Elizabeth Kalus, Angela Kerr, Jordan Kline, Kaily Koch, Evan Koerperich, Berlyn Lammers, Ryan Larsen, Barrett Lloyd, Carter Mahoney, Mackenzie Martini, Kennedy Marvel, Maverick McIntyre, Brooke McKenna, Brynn McKenna, Rachel Merchant, Taeron Miller, Zerina Morrison, Bryce Muller, Madison Nalley, Emma Nicolaysen, Megan Osborn, Kylee Paulson, Katherine Prochnow, Kalina Proudfoot, Lily Putnam, Justin Quan, Briley Reichenbach, Kayleigh Reinsbach, Matthew Richmond, Emrie Rodrick, Haley Ruckle, Bailey Schieck, Hannah Schmucker, Rebekah Schoen, Isabella Sesley, Sydney Sjolin, Giovanny Solis-Rodriguez, Sydney Soliz, Emily Steele, Jordan Tharp, Kassidy Thomas, Connor Thorpen, Samantha Veauthier, Elizabeth Venegas, Mazzi Vlastos, Trenton Walker, Brianna Warner, Hannah Weader, Hope Weddle, Barbara Gabriel Wigington, Andrew Williams, Jessica Yang.
Freshmen: Hailey Adkins, Mathew Ahrndt, Caden Allaire, Ava Allsop, Madison Attaway, Adrian Baca Leyva, Paige Barclay, Alexia Bickels, Colter Booth, Kaden Brush, Arianne Burback, Frederick Catchpole, Elayna Chafee, Kayla Colburn, Angelena Coleman, Landon Cotant, Mayoree Dresang, Megan Duong, Tawnee Dye, Evan Eathorne, Abigail Ehrlich, Macei Engelke, Katie Farley, Taylor Fazio, Charisma Gallagher, Mariah Geis, Peyton Geuke, Caleb Gray, Benjamin Griner, Taya Hallock, Emmalee Hardy, Madison Hardy, Kolton Havens, Brady Heide, Mariah Heuer, Courtney Hoffman, Hayden Hollinger, Lydia Howard, Anna Hoyt, Vy Huynh, Gavyn Jones, Riley Jourgensen, Alexis Ker, Rachel Kidd, Paityn Kindel, Kayla King, Finley Klinger, Trevor Knighton, Megan Ladenburger, Cayden Larsen, Brooke Lijewski, Hailey Litzinger, Jiayang Liu, Trevor Longhurst, Lauren Mahoney, Aubrey Mailloux, Raquel Miner, Hunter Mogen, Matalin Mohr, Morgan Moller, Colten Nielsen, Kate Norcross, Olivia Orszulak, Serina Perry, Parker Phillips, Karlea Radke, Shelby Ramage, Alyssa Robinson, Leah Rose, Lucas Rowe, Anthony Schell, Faith Scholtz, Collin Schubert, Claire Schultz, Taylee Siemens, Amberlin Smith, Carson Stack, Thomas Sullivan, Anna Swanson, Jonathan Togstad, Jessica Tomasini, Riley Ullery, Cathleen Van Houten, Taiya Vigil, Evan Walker, Lyric Wall, Justin Wicks, Emilie Williams, Paige Wilson, Aubreanna Wolfe, Cody Wood, Alexander Yakel.
Scholastic (3.5 – 3.99)
Seniors: Brooke Abbott, Sierra Adams, Brayden Alberts, Kaleb Allen, Mercedes Back, Abigail Baker, Madison Ballard, Alexandra Bath, Zane Bible, Hudson Billings, Lesli Boyle, Justin Campbell, Oscar Chavez Alvarado, Julia Chetrosanu, Hannah Clark, Jessica Cordova, Kyndle Cutler, Tyler Davis, Jackson DeCook, Shyanne Dyer, Angela Edwards, Olivia Elvestad, Landri Engelke, Cade Gardiner, Sarah Griner, Kira Harden, EdwinJay Harvey, Jacob Hernandez, Gentry Hiser, Kaitlyn Hopkins, Alexandra Howery, Jazmine Jimenez-Laris, Kaytlen Kidney, Ryan King, Nicole Klungness, Mikaeli Lacey, Turner Lack, Alyssa Lattimer, Sarah Ly, Brianna Mahoney, Kinley Maston, Tesla McConnoughey, Jacob Mora, Angela Mossman-Larson, Devyn Mosteller, Johanna Moter, Connor Newton, Thomas Nolan, Kinzie Ouimette, Chase Petersen, David Price, McKinzy Quiroz, Cassidy Raabe, Adrianna Schroeder, Jackson Schroeder, Gretchen Shutts, Jarrod Snider, Taren Stephenson, Olivia Suhr, Peter Tinnell, Steven Turman, Alden Triplett, Izak Triplett, Siri Ullery, Kiara Vander Stoep, MaKayla VanOordt, Noelle Vigneri, Kailey Walker, Seth White, Maisy Wilkinson, Vadim Williams, Dontevian Wilson, Olivia Wise, Josephine Wood.
Juniors: Colton Allaire, Joshua Anselmi, Kade Armstrong, Jaden Arner, Hannah Bailey, Hayley Berg, Samuel Bleizeffer, Lorali Brachtenbach, Edward Bratvold, Damen Brewer, Corin Carruth, Crue Chivers, Daniel Christensen, Trysten Condelario, Kylie Crane, Mackenzie Cummings, John Cuzick, Colton Dandurand, Nicholas Day, Shaylena Dreiling,Hope Dutton, Dillion Erickson, Sage Eversull, Kayla Fazio, Trever Fleetwood, Kiyah Gilmore, Megan Griffin, Gavin Grochowski, Austin Gromer, Bastian Hansen, Jadynn Hardy, Angelica Harvey, Cassie Haupt, Gabriel Heuer, Kaitlan Hinton, Alexis Hone, Ariel Johnson, Kathryn Johnson, Kaya Jolley, Rachel Katzmann, Devon King, Caleb Kudlak, Katlyn Lane, Ryan Loghry, Alexis Marino, Kade Marsh, Afton Maxner, Kori McCarty, Kayla Messmer, Sye Meyer, Trayton Meyer, Alyssa Miner, Anisha Mitchell, Hector Moreno, Ragin Mosteller, Luke Nathan, Piper Nicholson, Sarah Ourth, Samuel Palmer, Danae Parker, Fletcher Parrish, BriAnna Pettit, Carter Peverly, Jaelyn Ramirez, Dane Rasmussen, Ella Reed, Chloe Riley, Abigail Rogers, Taylor Rowe, Torin Rueter, Morgan Saunders, Taylor Saunders, Danilynn Schell, Kamryn Scott, Darrah Short, Melonie Skovgard, Travis Smith, Ronald Spangler, Ethan Spicher, Drew Stewart, Alexandra Story, Clare Strayer, Haley Strayer, Kylie Sullivan, Rachelle Trujillo, Emily Underwood, Ezra Wingfield, Carter Young.
Sophomores: Andrew Alexander, Julia Alexander, Maya Altland, Diana Amaro Bahena, Mark Annis, Jonas Armstrong, Paige Asmus, Colten Atkinson, Karli Bacon, Britney Bender, Damon Berryhill, Abby Boatman, Collin Boroz, Julia Borrmann, Rachael Bradley, Ella Caracena, Adam Carey, Dylan Cline, Katie Coad, Marissa Collier, Kendall Collins, Kaityn Cook, Taylor Coomes, Payton Cornelius, Reese Corson, Isabella De La Torre, Jordan Delaney, Reona Deleon, Jakob Deveraux, AmyRose Drake, Bode Draper, Destiny Edwards, Haley Elliott, Jackson Elliott, Michaela Fairbanks, Clara Fullerton, Lindsey Grady, Caroline Hansen, Isabelle Hansen, Kayalei Hartl, Amanda Hatlestad, Sierra Heide, Samuel Henderson, Chloe Henry, Emma Henry, Breanna Henze, VeronicanHernandez, Abby Hicks, Alyssa Hinchen, Aubrey Holmberg, Alexia Hoover, Nicholas Johnson, Korven Kaufmann, Chance Kiser, Aubrieana Leonard, Braden Lougee, Trinity Martinez, Sydny McAteer, Jacey McClintock, Jesse McCormick, Angelique McErquiaga, Delanie McFall, Melicia McIntyre, Laura McLemore, Isaac Mesecher, Kyson Miller, Ashley Neal, Delaini Neibauer, Sierra Newport, Ryan Ohnstad, Chantel Pena, Gage Porter, Ethan Pull, Erin Ramsey, Sian Realing, Mabel Schroeder, Haleigh Seyfang, Christopher Smith, Raquel Speth, Alexis Sulzle, Ashton Sunday, Ania Thomas, Gary Tong, Ethan Trubey, Hayden Umbach, Joanna Vega, River Waldock, Reno Watson, Mikolas Wheeler, Darius Wiggins, Seth Wilkinson, Kylie Williams, Gracie Wise, Kaden Woods.
Freshmen: Logann Alvar, Koren Anderson, Alexis Appleby, Samuel Archuleta, Linsie Berg, Trinnity Blanchard, Joely Blom, Dylan Brice, Gunnar Browning, Joshua Buckner, Madison Burnett, Xavier Campbell, Vanessa Castillo, McKena Clemens, Nathanael Connell, Nathan Costalez, Lauren Cox, Madelyn Curatas, Kayla Cuka, Alyssa Davis, Jacob Day, Paighten Dedic, Magus Dickinson, Omiah Edwards, Audrianna Fernandez, Martin Foery, Emily Forsell, Makena Foster, McKenzie Foster, Melissa Galles, Ava Garner, Ciara Gonzales, Hayden Gromer, Rylee Guest, Carsten Harley, Bryant Heath, Valerie Hedlund, Adriana Hernandez, Emma Hess, Phoebe Higgs, Grant Hoffard, Maddox Houston, Cheyenne Huffman, Lane Johnson, Landin Kaczorowski, Sebastian Koehmstedt, Keenan Kozak, Jaylynn Longchase, Shaylee MacMillan, Carter Matson, James May, Karah McBeath, Isabella McClellan, Brodie MCGuire, Kailey Mclean, Kennedy Moore, Mackenzie Morgan, Audrey Mosier, Tyler Nalley, Caleb Neff, Emily Nicholls, Sawyer Nielsen, Noah Oliver, Bailey Owen, Tyler Pacheco, Shaun Parker, Marian Parks, Alexis Peasley, Benjamin Petersen, Payton Punteney, Austin Putnam, Brett Radke, Drew Rasmussen, Aleesha Reno, Jaden Riddell, Aiden Schroeder, Cayden Shopp, Ramsey Sorensen, Olivia Stark,Chloe Stone, Meade Stubson, Jesse Thornton, Macy Trujillo, Elizabeth Underbrink, Andrew Van Houten, Helena Vigneri, Tanner Warren, Preston Warsco, Jasmine Wert, Haven Wettern, Carson White, Katie Wiginton, Lyrik Wilson, Adriana Witte.
Achievement ( 3.0 – 3.49) Seniors: Alexis Arteta, Heather Bacon, Caleb Barnhart, Isabella Bourquin, Mathis Bouyer, Grace Buffa, Ishmael Bujosa-Perin, Jarred Carlstrom, Maritza Castillo, Louis Chianca, Jada Collins, Brennon Cooper, Michael Costello, Sarah Day, Brandon Evenson, Lane Fanto, Preston Folchert, Matthew Forsell, Trevor Frantz, Tristan Freel, Caleb Golen, Brea Harmon, Ireland Heinze, Nicholas Henderson, Jessica Henman, Sydney Holder, Shelby Humecky, Kendrick Jump, Trenton Keffer, Daniel Keil, Kathryn Kienzle, Brendan Kretzer, Dominic Lomu, Fredy Lopez Lopez, Scott Martin, Andre Martinez, Davion McAdam, Christopher Means, Duane Nussbaum, Sydney Oliver, Ross Padilla, Aurora Palmer, Jessica Parks, Michael Pate, Michael Payton, Ashtin Reams, Joshua Reifke, Gage Rushing, Daultyn Rux, Dustyn Silveira, Dylan W. Smith, Painter Stone, Hannah Taulealea, Timothy Underwood, Jerrod Warden, Cutler Warner.
Juniors: Joshua Allen, Owen Anderson, Lord Hanz Driezehn Asprec, Samuel Axt, Cadance Barnes, Jordan Bila, Bethany Blesi, Grace Brauburger, LeJae Briggs, Alexandria Brimmer, Mayden Brown, Kolby Brus, Grace Buhler, Aiden Carnahan, Kellen Chadderdon, Lilly Clark, Saphia Coles, Christopher Combs, Austin Coursen, Jonathan Cox, Nicholas Delrio, Kyler DePriest, Jenelle DeSuno, Jordan Dupree, Annelise Fandal, Vince Garcia, Alaina Griffee, Rafael Gutierrez-Sisneros, Zachary Haines, Jayson Hancock, Tristine Harris, Alexis Hedlund, Rachael Higgins, Connor Hinzman, Emma Hume, Adriana Jobe, Brooke Johnson, Kyler Kaczorowski, Chevy Kalpin, Grayson Kear, Shaedon Kennedy, Emily Kruse, Mikael Lattea, Faith Lockwood, Stephany Lopez, Zakkary Loveall, Grace Lutz, Jackson McLean, Denise Christine Mercado, Edward Murray, Aubree Nelson, Zoe Neville, Aliya Nicely, Derek Notestine, Jace Palmer, Jacob Parsons, Kristie Pennell, Preston Quinn, McKinzy, Quincy Roszel, Carter Sanders, Brook Sandler, Rachel Schmucker, Gunnar Slaymaker, Russel Sprecher, Jessica Szymczak, Jacob Thornton, Parker Trujillo, Nevaeh Van Nes, Emory Yoosook.
Sophomores: Ernest Armstrong, Tretin Atkins, Gage Ayala, Camden Ballard, Stacy Banos, Analu Benabise, Nolan Berg, Alexis Bertagnolli, Anastasia Boldt, Kyndra Brower, Benjamin Buffa, Ian Byrnes, Naomi Carey, Gavin Carnahan, Brian Cerdio-Perez, Kenidee Cole, Taylor Cole, Hunter Coleman, James Collver, Tiffany Crowder-Rodriguez, Jerico Deal, Riley Dennis, Fatima Diaz Hernandez, Rosalba Diaz Hernandez, Abigail Disburg, Shane Doner, Castle Edwards, Octavia Edwards, Ashanta Eutsey, Gillian Faulkner, Emma Fiscus, Simeon Forsman, Kate Foster, Darion Franklin, Sydney Frymire, Tayah Garcia, Carson Gilbar, Ashlyn Glennon, Brittna Green, Ilias Green, Jennifer Guthrie, Isabella Ham, Hunter Heinze, Michelle Hernandez-Lopez, Sarah Heward, Arianna Honadel-Miller, Peyton Howery, Andrew Hurlbut, Amber Jacobs, Kaitlynne Johansen, Manning Johnson, Zane Jones, Jayden Jue, Sidney Konkler, Hawkins Kopp, Kaleb Koslowsky, Kenadee Kroeger, Hannah Larsen, Adarose Lee, Deanna Lewallen, Meghan Manchego, Gavin Mancini, Keith Marchant, Nadia Martinez, Jacob Matthews, Brooke Mazzanti, Lea Miller, Sadie Miner, Seth Morgan, Celia Nelson, Paul Nesterenko, Logan Orr, Siope Palepale, Angelina Pedersen, Ildeliza Perez-Gonzalez, Kyler Perry-Stocks, Aleczander Pexton, Arianah Plorin, Cody Prochnow, Jace Qureshi, Gage Raicevich, Breeann Redd, Sylvester Reece, Curtis Reimann, Avery Reney, Daniela Rosales, Braylee Russell, Zachary Schaff, Aaron Sherman, Taylor Siplon, Esaias Spillane, Dante Stoner, Ashton Stufft, Lexis Swenson, Adrian Talbott, Victoria Triplett, Joshua Tuttle, Kenia Varela, Heighden Walsh, Cory Warren, Nicholas Williford, Nicole Wolfe, Paxton Yakel.
Freshmen: Ayden Adsit, David Albright, Bailey Arnold, Robert Back, Colter Ballard, Harley Bauer, Allison Boroz, Ani Brown, Morgan Christenson, Logan Cousineau, Davis Crilly, Kaitlyn Crown, Cullen Daniels, Braelyn Davenport, Nikki Dolbare, Katelyn Dutton, McClyna Eades, Phillip Edmondson, Zachary Enyert, Alexys Flores-Sponsler, Talon Freel, Payton Gibson, Michael Gilmore, Nathaniel Glenn, Gavin Greenwood, Kya Hamilton, Matthew Harvey, Kaiden Helling, Derek Heniff, Sully Hoover, Benjamin Howe, Dominic Hughes, Cailey Jackson, Jordan Jackson, Alexander Jaehn, Zachariah Jobe, Ashli Jones, Karsen Jump, Autumn Kruse, Emma Leist, Hannah Lockwood, Matthew Lopez, Jackson Marker, Christafer Martin, Elijah McCarthy, Carter McLean, Jayden N. Miller, Jayden Z. Miller, Tessa Milne, Chloe Miner, Jilian Moore, Vlaadimir Moyer, Kaden Nation, Robert Neff, Zachary Nelson, Samuel Neville, Teya Newquist, Joseph Reicher, Nova Reilly, Jose Romero, Kaden Rushton, Maddie Schisel, Daniel Shumaker, Madeleine Siebert, Breckyn Simmons, Jazzmin Small, Alexis Spiegelberg, Conner Stafford, Clayton Thomas, Eternity Thunder-Tophia, TaylorAnn Tillis- Bowen, Joseph Tyson, Vanesa Van Houten, Alexandra Vasquez, Eva Vreeman, Alex Walsh, Darrick Wassink, Camilla Welsh, Isaac Whipple, Alea Williams, Brook Wilson.
Natrona County High School
Second Semester
Principal’s (4.0)
Seniors: Parker Albert, Emerson Beck, Hannah Beran, Taliah Blom, Bailey Bonner, Rosslyn Brownell, Damond Cottrell, Aspen DeLano, Grace DuBay, Illeana Elder, Chandra Frank, Jhett George, Eleanor Holloway, Alexis Holscher, Natalie Jacobs, Julie Jarrard, Barbora Karesova, Samuel Keating, Sarah King, Tasha McEvoy, Madilynne Nading, Benton Nelson, Sara Pasqualini, Avery Potter, Karson Potter, Benjamin Radosevich, Jaden Reece, Corey Rizzi, Brock Smith, Dinh Tran, Hannah VanTassel, Sidney Wilson, Danielle Zoeller.
Juniors: Lauren Blackwelder, Carter Boatright, Kaytlin Booth, Ethan Brown, Logyn Chester, Tessa Coughenour, Kelsey Cox, Sheridan Cox, Madilyn Davenport, Gabriel DeGraeve, Zoee Ferguson, Emily Fossberg, Nikita Gallegos, Jennifer Gehred, Maille Gray, Britnee Hansen, Britnee Hansen, Elizabeth Hansen, Kelsey Harnsberger, Peyton Hatcher, Zachary Houghtaling, Morgan Jackson, Morgan Jackson, Ronan Jones, Emma Kellick, Lane Lindsey, Lucia Mauri Moneo, Taylor Orndorff, Felicity Reyes, Grace Roberts, Kate Robertson, John Robitaille, Ethan Romero, Ethan Romero, Sierra Ryan, Teyonna Sharp, Shaelyn Sims, Sarah Skiles, Brandon White, Sophia Wille, Madyson Willis.
Sophomores: Daniel Airisa, Kerissa Anderson, Makenzie Anderson, Caden Bertagnole, Alyssa Cadwell, Allyson Cardine, Alonna Clair, Mikayla Colling McDonald, Journey Corra, Haley Cunningham, Kelsie Dickerson, Brady Dutcher, Luceil Elder, Marissa Engberg, Lyle Fisher, Breanna Flesvig, Margaret Gazda, Brenna Green, Abigail Gruner, Colter Helm, Colter Helm, Brooklyn Hytrek, Zachary Johnston, Abigael Jozwik, Joel Kirchner, Brynley LaChance, John Larson, Catlyn Lubenow, Cassidy Madrid, Bridger Myers, Lane Pedersen, Kyleigh Petty, Maxwell Radosevich, Siera Randolph, Audrey Roberts, Emma Scott, Ryan Swan, Kallen Terry, Henry True, Hannah Trumbull, Gabriel Villescas, Ellie Weibel, Abigail Wilcox, Anastasia Zettl.
Freshmen: Taylor Atchley, Alexandria Bright, Katelynn Campbell, Bryn Catlin, Lauren DeGaugh, Rachel DeGaugh, Isabel DuBay, Abigail Flesvig, Paige Gaither, Zoe Grange, Alicia Guerrero, Dahnya Gustafson, Julianna Harden, Aralynn Juarez, Nicole Klosterman, Maddox Nicol, Ashlynn Ourth, Bailey Sorensen, Carlie Walz, Erin Weibel, Brooklyn Youmans.
Scholastic (3.5 – 3.99)
Seniors: Brandon Archuleta, Griffin Bailey, Stephanie Barella, Eske Boschen, Jennifer Box, Chase Brachtenbach, Hunter Brandt, Dakotah Brundeen Weinmeister, Danielle Busch, Reegan Chadderdon, Kooper Claney, Garrett Clasen, Evan Corson, Bryant Crouse, Alexandria Cummins, Francisco Deluca, Jacob Dietz, Shane Douglas, Hannah Elkins, Marissa Elkins, Haley Ellingson, Anneleya Finch, Sierra Forsyth, Daiven Francis, Sarah Galles, Madison Gillum, Trinity Godwin, Colter Hiser, Keith Hoffman, Daylon Jensen, Meghan Jones, Claire Keating, Riley Kennedy, Kaitlyn Kessner, Austin Kessner, Lance Lenhart, Courtney Lillie, Samantha McCain, Caitlin Minahan, Klarissa Mundy, Skyler Nelson, Kolbe O’Hearn, Luis Perez, Destry Pomroy, Nicole Porter, Faith Rock, Eris Rodgers, Janet Roy, Colton Schall, Isabella Schultz, Morgan Schwindt, Anastacia Slack, Tevyn Smith, Darwin Smith, Kayla Stibley, Matthew Tabor, Carlos Tagle, Alexandra Vincent, Breanne Wilkinson, McKenzie Wood, Violet Wright, Mathieu Yates, Nathaniel Yeadon, Joseph Zettl.
Juniors: Cameron Allender, Rioko Beagle, Chloe Beagles, Laurel Bell, Ethan Birkle, Hayden Bjorklund, Taylor Bundy, Cole Collins, Cassandra Crossen, Meghan Dean, Kathryn Distler, William Eastin, Gabrael Eastman, Brandon Edmunds, Sean Elertson, Isaiah Elston, Christopher Finch, Diana Fittje, Haley Gibson, Emma Graham, Rodney Grekoff, Angelina Hansen, Mia Hawkins, Nathaniel Hawley, Chantz Heil-Holt, Lauren Heili, Mason Henry, Kylie Hilderbrand, Owen Horning, Coral Hourt, Amanda Ingram, Jessica Johnson, Johana Juarez, Lloyd LaFave, Rylie Lohrer, Kennedy Maddox, Cameron Magee, Joseph Merrell, Jacey Miller, Owen Miller, Parker Mooren, Asya Moorer, Alexei Moreno, Tyler O’Brien, Ruben Orea Checa, Issac Palomo, Sophia Pickett, Jennafer Quinn, Ryli Ramberg, Teryn Ramsey, Brian Rohde, Lauren Shaffer, Sara Sleep, Ryan Sorensen, Andrew Staker, Jasper Sullivan, Haley Sutton, Zachary Thorson, Kessie Turnbull, Wesley VanHolland, Samson Wagner, Ryleigh Walton, Brooklyn Wistisen.
Sophomores: Miah Adamson, Skye Anderson, Phoebe Anderson, Gage Baker, Braden Barr, Breonna Beckley, Aliesia Berryman, Cassity Bracken, Kassidy Brooks, Isabella Brown, Ellyce Brownell, Rhett Buhler, Aydan Bullard, Morgan Burgess, Andrew Canchola, Alyssa Casada, Jackson Colling, Jessica Cowen, Avery Cox, Eric Crouse, Caitlyn Daniels, Haleigh Dawson, Aspen Dobby, Coleton Douglass, Anna Fink, Schuyler Fox, Vanesia Friend, Jace George, Rylan Gray, Gavin Guerrera, Reagan Gustafson, Gabriella Haigler, Kathryn Hedges, Kyler Henderson, Kiana Hiser, Brianna Hiser, Benjamin Hoppens, Ian Iselin, Samuel Jeffrey, Ian Jennings, Dyllan Johnson, Daniel Knight, Kindal Kott, Braden Kozola, Braden Kozola, Cami Langley, Brianna Leary, Sean Loftus, Richard Madding, Margo McCardell, Taryn McJunkin, Makenna Mellema, Jose Maldonando-Soto, Jonah Monear, Quinci Mooren, Miranda Nelson, Myla Pennington, Hudson Pullen, Rebecca Rafial, William Ratchford, Sydney Rizzi, Emily Robinson, Izabel Romfro, Katie Ruppert, Macy Sale, Nathaniel Sausedo, Conner Shipper, Joshua Sieving, Hayden Simms, Taylin Smith, D’Anthony Smith, Samuel Snyder, Zackary Southerland, Isaac Spear, Alexis Stewart, Caleb Sundquist, Harrison Taubert, Ava Tempest, Harlee Tille, Isaiah Timbers, Brayden Tyree, Nolan Valdez, Erabella Virden, Damien Watson, Calen Willadson, Natalie Yeager.
Freshmen: Kalei Baldwin, Ethan Bauer, Allea Baughan, Tamryn Blom, Shelby Bright, Alexander Bryan, Sierra DePaemelere, Jenna Farley, Hadley Furnival, Lyndsy Futrell, Leonardo Garcia Alcantar, John Garlick, Josie Garner, Vincent Genatone, Garrett Grochowski, Robert Heward, Tyler Hill, Sidney Hurlbut, Alexandria Huss, Nichole Johner, Kailynn Johnson, Jesse Juarez, Joel Kornkven, Emma Krueger, Ashlyn Krum, Alesha Lane, Tessa Long, Lily Lutz, Lillian Martin, Kadynse Miller, Briley Mills, Ashley Morgan, Scott Mowry, Katarina Nicely, Michael Nowakowski, Katelynn Oden, Avery Olson, Alizandrea Olson, Avy Overstreet, Roman Overstreet, Zoey Pickett, Camron Reynolds, Marcus Sanford, Harlee Santistevan, Hudson Santistevan, Natasha Slack, Logan Smith, Xiah Steffen, Kaeden Wilcox, Janay Willy, Dunncan Zoeller.
Achievement (3.0 – 3.49)
Seniors: Michaela Allen, Ryan Beevers, Larissa Benson, Jacob Bentley, Jordan Bertagnole, Winter Bowen, Michael Boynton, Brayden Busch, Keegan Butts, Tehl Campbell, Kyle Christensen, Kelly Cloninger, Cierra Clouner, Joshua Corr, Ethan Cox, Russell Doane, Libby Edwards, Gina Faltin, Gillen Faxon, Katherine Ferguson, Elena Garcia-Mancinas, Raeyn Gallegos, Nathan Hamilton, Bryson Hartl, Canyon Hawkinson, Kai Heatherington, Matthew Hills, Michael Hollister, Gary Johnson, Lucas Koepp, Jacob Larson, Ryan Leyba, Cole Maser, Cole Maser, Itzel Meneses, Austin Miller, Ryleigh Mitchell, Tiernan Moore, Hector Moreno, Savanna Noel, Angel Olson, Alysa Orr, Destinee Pabst, Thomas Parke, Alijandro Parra, Preston Poochigian, Jered Potter, Christian Rasmussen, Taylor Reeb, Shad Robinett, Leeanna Rowland, Brittany Sanchez, Haley Sandefer, Kyle Schanck, Jaylee Schnabel, Madison Seaman, Jessica Shedden, Sean Smith, Paul Sorenson, Jordan Stauffer, Tarran Steele, Kade Stoner, Kynzie Tasler, Meadow Taylor, Jordan Vanetti, Alexandra Wallis, Karsten White, Jeffery Willett, Raven Wilson.
Juniors: Sidney Anderson, Carlos Arias, Darrien Black, Ryan Blaney, Cheyenne Bryan, Dustin Burnett, David Cantu Aleman, William Clair, Sierra Clark, Mitchell Clymer, Austin Corra, Trenton Cothren, Christopher Edmunds, Kiersten Emery, Tanner Ewalt, Tanner Ewalt, Sean Franklin, Stephanie Gerhart, Cristel Hand Vargas, Zachary Heinrich, Lauren Henshaw, Hallie Hoffman, Joely Jackson, Kalea Jackson-Weinrich, Kyra Jimenez, Alythia Johns, Ryan Keith, Abigail Kelley, Tryston Knapp, William Knighton, Conrad Kuxhausen, Brenden Licursi, Valeria Luna, Ethan McCarlson, Kathryn Morrison, Makala Nelson, Madelynn Oden, Madison Orr, Madison Orr, Riley Paris, Cecilia Putnam, Cooper Quig, Walter Ratchford, Brady Rino, Rebecca Schmidt, Gage Schults, Gage Schults, Mason Shuler, Clayton Slack, Clayton Slack, Mason Snyder, Czarina Spence, Madison Sutphin, Taegen Tobin, Shane Trottier, Alyssa Trujillo, Alyssa Trujillo, Ty Vollmar, Jillian Wallace, Brianna Warner, Phoenix Wilson, Jessica Witcher, Alyssa Wyskup.
Sophomores: Gracelyn Allison, Sydney Amend, Edward Atkinson, Rachel Bates, Gavin Bauer, Alex Bennett, Carli Berris, Ashton Bower, Laila Bramson, Braxton Bundy, Taylor Choal, Colten Cloninger, Dante Cloward, Maya Cooper, Heather Devoe, Nyara Douglas, Robert Douglas, Noah Ehrenhart, Jayden Evans, Jayden Evans, Kylie Freese, Mckenzi Garrison, M’Kayla Geer, Logan Hamilton, Tonya Harvard, Lauren Herbert, Allison Hirdning, Airieona Horn, Anthony Hunter, Ethan Jones, Andrew Jozwik, Leighton Kidder, Shalyn Lucero, Dacania Lyon, Cameron McMurray, Annabelle McNally, Emily McOmie, Elizabeth Meats, Erik Michel, Madison Miller, Katelyn Moeller, Leona Monroe, Taylor Mostello, Hunter Nading, Vanessa Oliva, Talynn Paterson, Quyana Patton, Julia Pearson, Antonio Perez, Morgan Pickett, Jesse Raabe, Riley Reddick, Elijah Reeves, Jeremy Rich, Mason Rivera, Paige Romsa, Hunter Santistevan, Gregory Saul, Rachel Schreckengost, Kala Scott, John Serafin, Emmalise Shores, Avril Sims, Elaina Stirling, Kyler Syverson, Syerra Tatro, Benjamin Trumbull, Logan Vermeulen, Artis Winfrey, Savannah Winter, Cole Wirtz, Chase Wishart, Sage Wright.
Freshmen: Isaac Arias, Delilah Baedke, Dominique Baker, Troy Bingham, Kaleb Borud, Makayla Bounds, Tanner Bower, Tristan Burt, Cayden Collins, Keilin Coronado, Abby Coryell, Elias Creecy, Elizabeth DeLano, Olivia DeVore, Miranda Dickinson, Sierra Dillard Elrod, Tristen Dort, Marigha Dulin, Blake Durnell, Trey Evans, Katelynn Fleming, Elbe Frederick, Elena Galles, Hannah Giffin, Anthony Glidewell, Sheridan Gunther, Dylan Haas, Emmalee Haines, Anthony Hargrove, Kaitlin Harris, Arleth Hernandez, Samantha Hollister, Grace Holloway, Ella Howard, Emma Johns, Austin Kuebler, Reagan Lake, Juliana Ledesma Martinez, Heaven Mackler, Kassandra Merrell, Ashton Nash, Devyn Neal, Brendyn Nelson, Hailey O’Donnell, Kolby Parker, Mercedes Pearson, Tylee Peterson, JuveyMaura Pettry, Justin Porter, Maria Putnam, Akasha Redwing, Jordyn Renquist, Tania Rosales, Karter Skalsky, Ryan Skinner, Jeremy Snyder, D’angelo Soberanez, Jarod Socha, Jose Solorzano, Sophia Spiva, Tyler Stockton, Marie Walters, Chance Watson, Hailie Wilhelm, Jolie Wimber, Jasmin Wright, Kalie Wylie, Trinity Zierden.
Midwest School
Principal’s (4.0)
Seniors: Ava Blackmore, Jaren Even, Evelin Flores Lujan, Jacquileen Sarabia O’Brien
Juniors: Sheridan Vaughn
Sophomores: MaKayla McMurray, Cortni Pickett
Freshmen: Lawson Lawrence, Kendell Smith, Grace Wolff
Scholastic ( 3.5 – 3.99)
Seniors: Logan Cain, Kaleb Smith
Juniors: Madison Jones, Zackery Kohtala, Austin Sansoucie
Sophomores: Arielle McErquiaga, Hannah Palmer
Freshmen: William Gottsch, Blaine Herzberg, Valerie Liska
Achievement (3.0 – 3.49)
Seniors: Erin Black, Cheyanne Neilson
Juniors: Rieley Ruebelmann, Justin Tripp, Austin Vaughn
Sophomores: Jade Wesnitzer
Freshmen: Jacob Jones, Tahayla Kohtala, Brooke McMurray, Jacqueline Walsh
Roosevelt High School
Principal’s (4.0)
Seniors: Dayton Carabajal, Alexander Hoerath, Dillion Kuhn
Juniors: Paige Brush, Peyton Brush, Brookelyn Gunn, Marissa Mackenzie
Sophomores: Tate Bucklin, Helen Brungardt, Samuel O’Hearn, Christina Reilly
Freshmen: Keenan Morgan, Jackie Pauli, Riley Plum
Achievement (3.0 – 3.99)
Seniors: David Dean, Braidy Fulkerson, Justin Gettings, Jordan Hatch, Liam Jones, Kaden Kennedy, Ashlyn Layton, Neko Mendoza, Olga Varela Munoz
Juniors: Mackenzie Clements, Taylyne Crane, Ethan D’Arcy, Acacia Davies, Tayler Forster, Nadine Francisco, Kamee Goutermont-Collins, Alexis Harris, Hayley Jackson, Adam Julian, Clay McFarland, Autumn Mercado, Trinity Miskimins, Jorge Moreno, Donovan Raines, Angelina Smith, Michael Snider, Daisy Tafoya
Sophomores: Ava Benson, Devin Dickerson, Zephaniah Filer, Aaron Geiger, Cole Gray, Cora Knapp, Destiny Mackenzie, Araynne Meacham, Tanner Nelson, Isabel Ojeda, Duey Palmer, Joseph Sells, Desiree Sheets, Lorie Snider, Ernest Stapleton
Freshmen: Damon Dickerson, Landon Jenkins, Alex Morin, Charles Richards, Patrick Schutz, Brady Smith.
Design gin bottle label
The Casper Mountain Gin Project, which is born out of a collaboration between Wyoming Food For Thought Project and Backwards Distilling Company, is calling all artists to submit artwork for the Casper Mountain Gin Project gin bottle label.
The Casper Mountain Gin Project is a community collaboration where all proceeds from the donated efforts of foraging, distilling, bottling, marketing, and sales benefits the programs focused on eradicating by Wyoming Food for Thought Project.
The top five labels will be made into banners to be hung at the Food for Thought Good Food Hub, as well as stickers and the stickers will be sent out as rewards for supporting our Kickstarter, and the winning label will be used for our limited edition gin bottles.
Anyone may submit a work. All art must fit and work with the below label, which is 3 inches tall and 2 inches wide. All art must feature “Casper Mountain Gin” prominently. The five finalists will be made into stickers and sent out as rewards for supporting the Kickstarter, http://kck.st/2YC2urA. The five finalist labels will be posted on social media for public viewing, and feedback. The winning label will be used for limited edition gin bottles, and by Backwards. The winning artist will receive recognition as the winning label artist on all social media for Food for Thought and Backwards, a VIP +1 for the launch party, 50 stickers of their artwork, two bottles of gin and introduced at the launch party as a guest of honor.
Backwards Distilling Company will own the physical work and the design. All winning artists will be required to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Backwards Distilling.
The deadline for the submission is July 22, 2019 by midnight.
One submission per artist.
Original work only, no commercial reproductions please.
Each submitting artist must complete an Artist Information Form to accompany submissions.
Please submit all artwork to info@wyfftp.org, or mail/drop off artwork to 900 Saint John, Casper, WY 82601.
Include name of artist; artist address (including city, state, zip); phone, email; title of artwork.
Fort seeks vendors for Caspar Collins Day
Fort Caspar Museum is looking for craft and food vendors for Caspar Collins Day 2019 which will be held on Saturday, July 27. If you would like to set up a booth or park a food truck near all the family fun at the fort, please join.
The cost for a space (10 by 10 feet) is $30 for vendors and food trucks and free for nonprofits. The vendor application deadline is July 24, 2019. Application forms may be downloaded from the website: www.fortcasparwyoming.com. You may also call the museum (235-8462), come by in person or send an email to aholman@casperwy.gov.
Caspar Collins Day will be held rain or shine on the grounds of Fort Caspar Museum from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2019. Admission is free, and all are welcome. Fort Caspar Museum is located at 4001 Fort Caspar Road.
Safari at Senior Center
Come along on a safari with Lani McBee for a photo journey through Malawi. The photo story available for viewing at the Casper Senior Center through July tells the story of three organizations with whom McBee worked on her mission trip, specifically Nkhoma Hospital, the Peanut Butter and Jesus project and the Ministry of Hope in Lilongwe, the capital.
Fun event for AARP & OLLI
AARP’s Casper Action Team is at it again, co-sponsoring an event with Casper College’s OLLI program and the Yellowstone Grill and Venue. Learn more about the OLLI program at Casper College from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Saturday, July 20, at the Yellowstone Garage.
Staff from OLLI will be there along with members of the Casper Action Team to explain the program and answer questions. You may have heard about OLLI and its focus on continuing education for those 50+ which is also the age AARP seeks to engage learners. Did you know OLLI stands for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute? Did you know you can become a member and receive free tuition to classes? Did you know anyone over 18 years can also attend the classes? Did you know there are over 60 classes available with no grades and no tests?
There are afternoon and evening classes, some a couple hours and some a couple days. It is considered fun learning.
Refreshment will be available. There will also be a raffle of three gift certificates for Osher memberships. Let’s whoop it up at the AARP-OLLI Palooza.
Korean War USO show in August
Fort Caspar Museum Association and the Friends of the Wyoming Veterans Museum are collaborating to present a Casper Korean War USO Show on Saturday, August 17, at the Industrial Building on the Natrona County Fairgrounds starting at 6 p.m.
The event will include an excellent meal by Bullwhip Catering and performances by Lynn Roberts as “Bob Hope” as well as The Hot Tomatoes, a nationally-recognized dance band. Tickets for the entire evening of vintage entertainment are $75 per couple or $50 for individuals; tables of eight are $400. Get your tickets no later than August 12 at Fort Caspar Museum or the Wyoming Veterans Museum. All veterans are encouraged to wear their uniforms and other guests may dress in period clothing. Everyone should plan to kick up their heels for a great evening of fun.
Many Casper residents remember the last USO Show held in 2014 which featured entertainment from the World War II era. Douglas Cubbison, President of the Friends of the Wyoming Veterans Museum, reports, “People still remark about how much fun the last event was, and they always ask when the next will be held.”
The Korean “police action” lasted from 1950 to 1953 and is called the “Forgotten War” since it is overshadowed by WWII and Vietnam. During the war, 36,574 soldiers died, 103,284 were wounded and 7,704 are still missing in action: they must not be forgotten. You can honor their service at the Casper Korean War USO Show.
Fort Caspar Museum is located at 4001 Fort Caspar Road and is open daily 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; call them at 235-8462 or check their website: www.fortcasparwyoming.com. The Wyoming Veterans Museum is located at 3740 Jourgensen Avenue at the Natrona County International Airport; they are open Tuesdays thru Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and their phone number is 472-1857. Visit them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/WyoVetsMuseum.
Photography deadline Aug. 30
Art 321 & Wyoming Camera Outfitters invites you back for the 10th Annual Wyoming Photo Fest. The deadline for the 2019 Wyoming Photo Fest is Friday, August 30 at 9 a.m. Complete rules and submission information can be found at art321.org. This year, the categories are Landscape, Wildlife, Portrait and Open Creative Photography and the top 25 from each category will be printed, matted and displayed in the Art 321 gallery during September. Due to popular demand, photographers will have the option of selling their prints from the show this year. The opening receptions will be September 5 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Casper chosen to host international tourism event
Casper has been chosen to host the 2020 International Roundup (IRU) tourism trade show event April 19 to 22, 2020. The announcement was made Tuesday evening in Spearfish, South Dakota.
The event will bring in international travel planners and tour operators from seven overseas markets who specialize in selling all-inclusive travel itineraries through the five-state region of Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota.
“This is an incredible opportunity to introduce Casper and Natrona County to an international audience,” said Brook Kaufman, CEO of Visit Casper. “Casper sits at the epicenter of some of the most incredible history in the American West. Having IRU in Casper — and in Wyoming — gives a chance to grow international travel, while introducing attendees to experiences that make the Cowboy State and The Great American West a destination unlike any other.”
More than 100 regional suppliers and 40 international tour operators will attend the multi-day event that includes over 3,600 pre-scheduled appointments, helping to contribute to the estimated $123.7 million in visitor spend to the five-state region, including $59.3 million to Wyoming.
“The last time this event was in Casper was in 2008,” Mathias Jung, CEO, RMI said. “With all of the new amenities and attractions that have opened in the last decade, it’s time to showcase what Casper is today to the global travel industry.”
International tour operators who sell travel packages to the five-state region, branded overseas as “The Great American West,” are invited to attend the event to enhance their product base and knowledge of the area. Many of the operators who attend are small-to-medium-sized companies who specialize in tailor-made fly and drive itineraries for individual clients.
The 2020 event will be open to regional suppliers for early registration in October and attendees are encouraged to register early to confirm their spot at this exclusive event. To learn more about International Roundup visit InternationalRoundup.com.
Theater announces new season
Casper Theater Company announces its 2019-2020 season: Crimes of the Heart, October 11-13, 18-20; Santa Clues, December 6-8; Dial M for Murder, February 7-9, 14-16; Norman, Is That You? April 17-19, 24-26; Hangin’ with Ralph and Gladys, June 5-7.
Season tickets are available at the Senior Center, at the door for the first show and online at caspertheatercompany.net. Season tickets are $65. For more information please call 267-7243.
Be a volunteer foster grandparent
Do you want to mentor a child at their school? Looking for qualified caring seniors age 55+ years of age, on a fixed income to become a foster grandparents. Earning a tax-free stipend does not go against your Social Security/disability/housing benefits. For more information contact Vernita Lackey at scpfgp@wyoming.com or 235-5959.
Be a senior companion
Do you want to help people in need? Looking for qualified caring Seniors age 55+ years of age, on a fixed income to become a senior companion. Earning a tax-free stipend does not go against your Social Security/disability/housing benefits. Call for additional information. For more information contact Vernita Lackey at scpfgp@wyoming.com or 235-5959.
Art 321 asks for feedback
Art 321 invites members and the public to tell what is most about having Art 321 — the Casper Artists Guild present in the community. Please come by to give your thoughts. Staff is continually focusing on providing and improving the services and opportunities offered, so your input will help staff to stay effective and focused. Please come by and fill out the short form, either with or without your name attached.
Portraits at Art 321
If portraits are your thing, or if you would like to improve your portrait drawing or painting skills, please take part in Art 321’s Wednesday morning Portrait Group. Every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. there is a different model and no preregistration is necessary. The cost is only $10 per session and there are plenty of experienced portrait artists there who would be happy to provide suggestions or advice if you request it.
Play pinochle at Senior Center
Pinochle players are wanted. Come on down and join the Pinochle Club on Thursdays and Fridays from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at Central Wyoming Senior Services, 1831 East 4th Street.
Free senior fun
Free to people 60 or older, if you like to dance, come join Joyce’s Stompers for easy clogging (a form of tap dancing) specially designed for seniors on Monday mornings only at 10:50 a.m. on the dance floor in the dining room at 1831 East 4th Street. First call Joyce at 237-4908, so you will not be sent somewhere else. It is moderate, easy clogging giving great exercise for helping flexibility, coordination, increasing endurance and strength and helps exercise the brain by learning different dance routines. If you cannot stand, you can exercise your legs tapping the steps to the music sitting on a chair. You are most welcome. Come make new friends.
New plan for Saturday watercolor
The Art 321 Saturday morning watercolor group is charting a whole new course for 2019 and all water media artists are invited to participate in fun and creative watercolor projects. Each week, group leader Ellen Black will introduce an activity designed to stretch your imagination and engage you creatively within a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment. Another new feature for 2019 will be the opportunity to sign up for a 30-minute private session during the regular 10 a.m. to noon time frame. The cost for each Saturday watercolor session is only $5 to pay for the use of the gallery and support Art 321. Sessions are open to all without the need to register in advance. More information can be obtained by Art 321 or by calling 265-2655.
Workshop committee open
Nancy Geldien is stepping down as chairman of the Art 321 Workshop Committee after serving for two years. The 2019 schedule is almost set, making this a great time for another Casper Artists Guild member to volunteer to become the next chair of the committee. If you might be interested, please talk with Diane or Susie soon.
Wednesday weaving group
Art 321 has a Weaving Group which will meet each Wednesday morning from 10 a.m. to noon. There are small table looms available for in-house use or for sale for $20, tax included. If you have ever wanted to learn how to weave or to sharpen existing skills, please bring in some yarn and join the group. There is no need to sign up ahead of time, experienced weavers will be there to help you get started and the cost is $5 per attendee.
Informal artists’ mingle
Art 321 is now hosting an informal Artists Mingle session each Thursday afternoon from 1 to 3 p.m. Artists are invited to meet one another, network and find new friends. Please bring something you are working on to show others and request valuable feedback if you desire. Plan to share ideas and learn what has — and hasn’t — worked for others. No sign-up is necessary. Just come by and become part of a dynamic community of local artists.
Sunday support meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous: 10 a.m., 500 S. Wolcott, Ste. 200; 10:15 a.m., 917 N. Beech; noon, 500 S. Wolcott, Ste. 200; 6:30 p.m., 500 S. Wolcott; 6:30 p.m., 328 E. A; 8 p.m., 917 N. Beech; 8 p.m., 328 1/2 E. A. Douglas: 1 p.m, Douglas, 628 E. Richards (upstairs in back), women’s meeting; 7:30 p.m., 628 E. Richards (upstairs in back). Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open. Casper info: 266-9578; Douglas info: 307-351-1688.
Narcotics Anonymous: Noon, 500 S. Wolcott, 12-24 Club; 6:30 p.m., 500 S. Wolcott, 12-24 Club; 8 p.m., 15th & Melrose at the church. Web site: http://www.urmrna.org.
Following are the new additions in the Natrona County Detention Center at 6:17 a.m. July 12, 2019. Along with the inmates’ names are their age, the arresting agency and the charges for which they have been detained. Outcomes of cases are not included in this report. For the complete inmate rosters dated July 12, 2019, visit trib. com.
Friday additions:
- Destiny Milo, 35, NCSO, hold for 24/7; Anthony Lippincott, 28, CPD, burglary, criminal bench warrant; Jesus Rodriguez-Gonzalez, 30, INS, immigration hold; Michael Chase, 22, NCSO, criminal warrant; Blake Creekmore, 25, MPD, hold for probation and parole; Nathaniel Neuman, 24, NCSO, hold for CAC; Terrance Scott, 18, NCSO, serve jail time; Seth Burrer, 18, NCSO, serve jail time; Jessica Burger, 32, CPD, fail to comply; Aaron Braun, 19, CPD, suspended/revoked driver’s license, speeding; Timothy Miller, 45, EPD, fail to appear; Heather Jones, 30, CPD, domestic battery.
Casper Police Department
Felony charges
- Anthony J. Lippincott, burglary, criminal bench warrant
Misdemeanor charges
- Aaron T. Braun, suspended/revoked driver’s license, speeding
- Jessica J. Burger, fail to comply
- Heather A. Jones, domestic battery
Glenrock Police Department
DWUI misdemeanor charges
- Jessie Elkins, 35, DWUI, fleeing or attempting to elude police, Campbell County warrant
Casper Police Department
Accident, personal injury
- Friday: 1:16 a.m., Blackmore & E. 2nd
Accident, property damage
- Thursday: 1:13 p.m., S. Lincoln & E. 12th
Burglary, residential
- Thursday: 5:53 p.m., 1800 block S. Jefferson Friday: 4:01 a.m., 1800 block E. A
Disturbance
- Thursday: 10:22 a.m., 1300 block S. Spruce; 2:30 p.m., 2300 block E. 7th; 7:19 p.m., 50 block Gardenia; 7:54 p.m., CY & W. 20th; 8:50 p.m., 1100 block E. 1st; 10:43 p.m., 1100 block N. Park Friday: 2:43 a.m., 1200 block Illinois
Family fight
- Thursday: 11:40 p.m., 1400 block S. Pennsylvania Friday: 1:04 a.m., 300 block S. Kenwood
Indecent exposure
- Thursday: 7:19 p.m., 1700 block E. Yellowstone
Missing person
- Thursday: 7:31 p.m., 100 block Riverbend
Power line down
- Thursday: 3:40 p.m., 1700 block Cornwall
Prowler
- Friday: 1:33 a.m., 300 block N. Center
Public intox
- Thursday: 5:25 p.m., 4200 block E. 2nd
Runaway juvenile
- Friday: 5:53 a.m., 1700 block Cody
Suspicious
- Thursday: 7:45 p.m., 700 block N. Center
Traffic stops: 43
Natrona County Sheriff’s Office
Accident, personal injury
- Thursday: 9:55 a.m., Smith Creek Rd.
Accident, property damage
- Thursday: 7:57 a.m., 6600 block W. Yellowstone; 11:05 p.m., 1700 block Fairgrounds
Fire assist
- Thursday: 9:52 p.m., 2700 block Blair Ln.
Missing person
- Thursday: 11:52 p.m., 1700 block Fairgrounds
Shots fired
- Thursday: 2:05 p.m., 9800 block S. Crimson Dawn Rd.
Suspicious
- Friday: 1:55 a.m., 9400 block Casper Mountain Rd.
Traffic stops: 18
Glenrock Police Department
Fight
- Thursday: 12:50 a.m., Birch
Traffic stops: 2
New civil cases
- Meilanie Elizabeth Millan v. Juan Millan, divorce with children
- Donald Albert Mundell v. Amanda May Mundell, divorce with children
- Darby Goodspeed Ransom v. Derek Curtis Ransom, divorce with children
- Michael David Kenyon v. Holly Jo Kenyon, divorce with children
Civil disposition
- Mark Ray Miller v. Kelsee Renee Miller, order to modify
- DFS v. Tauna J. Macias, default judgment
- DFS and Samantha A. Boomer v. NC Child Support, dimissed without prejudice
- DFS v. Jeremy A. Daugherty, judgment
- Leah A. Barrett v. Life Care Center of Casper, appeal dismissed
New criminal cases
- Riley Dale Skogen, possess controlled narcotic substance, possess controlled substance, powder or crystal, 3 grams or less, 3rd plus offense
- Michael Angelo Perez, attempt & conspire felony, manufacture or deliver meth or narcotic controlled substance, possess controlled narcotic substance, possess controlled substance, powder or crystal, 3 grams or less, 3rd plus offense
- Andrew Phillip Nollen, attempt & conspire felony
Criminal case disposition
- Kenneth Cooper, wrongful taking or disposing of property, venue of indictment, $1,000 or more, consent decree
- Scott D. Lamb, possess controlled substance (times 3), dismissed times 2; possess controlled substance, plant, 3 ounces or less, 3rd plus offense, dismissed; possess controlled substance, LSD, 3/10 gram or less, 3rd plus offense, dismissed; possess controlled substance, pill or capsule, 3 grams or less, 3rd plus offense, dismissed
- Colter Hoskinson, attempt & conspire felony, dismissed; manufacture or deliver meth or narcotic controlled substance, times 3; possess controlled narcotic substance, times 2, dismissed times 2; possess controlled substance, powder or crystal, 3 grams or less, dismissed
- Amanda Dawn Stevens, make writing that purports to be another’s, times 3; theft $1,000 or more (times 3), dismissed times 3
- Tashina B. Morgan, attempt & conspire felony, guilty.
Help Yourself
Caregivers support
When you attend caregivers support groups, you meet other people with the same problems and the same difficulties. It's a wonderful way to communicate, understand what you're up against and get advice from the other people. Meetings are scheduled for July, 30, Aug, 27 and Sept 24. Meetings start at 5:30 p.m. at 120 S. Forest Dr. Kelly Blikre, national family caregiver support coordinator with Wyoming Senior Citizens, Inc. will be our guest speaker. To RSVP or questions, please call 577-5204 or 337-1200 and ask for Jerri.
After hours gardening help
Natrona County Master Gardeners are holding after-hours plant diagnostic clinics from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays July 25, August 29 and September 26 in the Mills Room of the Agricultural Resource and Learning Center, 2011 Fairgrounds Rd.
“We are hosting these evening hours to allow folks who work access to the Master Gardener services after they finish their work day,” said Donna Hoffman, University of Wyoming Extension agriculture and horticulture educator in Natrona County.
Master Gardeners are trained horticulture volunteers available to help diagnose landscape or house plant issues and provide control solutions. Insect or other pest identifications will also be available.
They can help other gardeners know how to grow plants in our difficult dry High Plains desert conditions, said Hoffman.
For more information contact Hoffman at 235-9400 or DHoffman@natronacounty-wy.gov or visit the Natrona County Master Gardeners Facebook page to view the event posting.
Mailing list for Habitat apps
Habitat for Humanity will be taking applications for its home ownership program before you know it, so make sure to send in your contact information now. To get on the mailing list, call Kelly Cooper, program manager, at 234-1348 or send an e-mail to kelly@heartofwyoming.org. You can also visit the Habitat for Humanity office at 232 East 2nd Street, Suite 204 on the second floor. Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming, is an equal opportunity lender.
Parkinson's support set
Parkinson's support group meetings are open to anyone with Parkinson's or caring for someone with Parkinson's. Meetings are July 16, August 13, September 10, and November 12. Chad Henry, COTA/L, DRS driving rehab specialist at Rocky Mountain Therapy is the guest speaker on July 16. Meetings start at 5:30 p.m. at 120 S. Forest St. To RSVP or questions, please call 577-5204 or 337-1200 and ask for Jerri.
Casper Boxing Club helps those with Parkinson's
Rock Steady Boxing at the Casper Boxing Club, located at 910 Barbara Street, is helping those with Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative movement disorder which can cause deterioration of motor skills, balance, speech and sensory function. Rock Steady Boxing at The Casper Boxing Club gives those living with Parkinson’s disease hope by offering a non-contact, boxing-inspired fitness routine proving to dramatically improve their quality of life.
Rock Steady Boxing at The Casper Boxing Club offers Parkinson’s patients and their families the opportunity to come in and observe a class in progress. The group provides literature about the program and a chance to speak with certified coaches to educate and to promote awareness about Parkinson’s disease. They also provide a warm, caring environment to gain strength and confidence and boost productivity in their lives. Parkinson’s patients and their families are encouraged to join during the annual observance or anytime.
Rock Steady Boxing affiliates are independently owned and operated. To learn more about Rock Steady Boxing at The Casper Boxing Club, please contact Gloria Jensen at 259-3243. For additional resources and to learn more about the overall organization, please visit Rock Steady Boxing, Inc. at www.rocksteadyboxing.org/.
Enroll with Experience Works
Experience Works is a U.S. Department of Labor-funded program geared for people 55 and older who are unemployed, with limited annual incomes and limited job prospects. The program is free and available to those who qualify. Applicants are placed in nonprofit or government agencies to receive paid training while providing valuable community service hours to their training host. Contact Kelly Smith at ksmith@experienceworks.org or 307-209-1306.
Book details ski history
The Casper Mountain Ski History Project, a subcommittee of the Casper Mountain National Ski Patrol, would like to thank the many donors who have contributed to the project. The group is producing a book and DVD documentary from over 25 videoed interviews. The project will preserve the rich history of Casper Mountain’s ski history and document the stories of friendship, camaraderie and volunteerism that made this mountain a local and regional winter recreation destination.
The Natrona County School District Recreation Joint Powers Board gave the initial grant. Others who have given generously include the Wyoming Community Development Fund through the donor advised grant of Bart Rea, the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund, the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation, the Warren Weaver Family, Arlene Rosin, the Zimmerman Family Trust, the Hardesty Family, Barbara Scifers, the Leotta Family, the Wold Family Trust, Mike Huber, the Goodstein Foundation and Glenn and Pat Bochmann.
Anyone interested in contributing photos, other information or support may contact Sean Ellis at seanbarbseano@juno.com.
Shop the bargain basement
The United Church of Christ Bargain Basement offers a wide variety of holiday merchandise as well as glassware, kitchenware, household items, books, magazines, puzzles, toys, jewelry and clothing. Green tag clothing items are priced at 50 cents each. Located at the United Church of Christ on the corner of 15th Street and South Melrose, the Bargain Basement is open Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds from the Bargain Basement are donated to help support a number of nonprofit organizations.
Food pantries in Casper
Here is a list of food pantries in Casper, as compiled this fall by Mary Ann Budenske.
Casper Community Church, 249 N. Wolcott, Saturday, 9 to 11 a.m. 267-7430.
College Heights Community Center, 1927 S. Walnut, Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 224-4104.
Faith Assembly of God, 4301 Casper Mountain Road, Tuesday, noon to 6. 265-9121.
First Church of the Nazarene, 2020 S. Jefferson, Thursday, 1 to 4 p.m. 258-9646.
Holy Cross Center Inc., 1030 N. Lincoln, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. 577-1041.
Mountain View Baptist, 4250 Poison Spider Road, Wednesday, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Joshua’s Storehouse, 334 S. Wolcott St., Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. 265-0242.
Restoration Fellowship, 411 S. Walsh Dr., fourth Tuesday of month, 4 to 6:30 p.m. 235-9100.
Salvation Army, 441 S. Center St., Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon. 234-2002.
First Christian Church, King’s Corner, Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon.
For more information, contact Mary Ann Budenske, 307-215-4732; email mbudenske@aol.com.
CATC tokens, tickets available
Due to the support of many local organizations and individuals, CATC/The Bus has begun the subsidized fare program. Individuals wishing to receive the subsidized bus tokens and/or CATC tickets are welcome to come to the office at 1715 East 4th Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The funding for this program is made possible through the generosity of many local organizations. Including grants from Wells Fargo Bank, Rotary Club, Wyoming Community Foundation, Unitarian Community and private individuals. The funding is designated for individuals who are considered very low, low, to moderate income residing in Casper, Mills, Evansville, portions of Natrona County and Bar Nunn. The program provides 30 bus tokens and 15 CATC tickets at no charge to assist with a portion of their transportation needs.
The funding is anticipated to be available for the foreseeable future.
Call 265-1313 or 237-4287 or visit www.catcbus.com.
Nic offers art for veterans
Outside the Lines art program for veterans meets the second and fourth Monday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Nicolaysen Art Museum. It is free.
Veterans are invited to get inspired by art and to explore their own creative side in supportive and safe environment. The program will offer a wide variety of materials and projects including painting, drawing, ceramics, printmaking and other media. To register for class, contact Danielle at 261-5355 or Zhanna at 235-5247 or zgallegos@thenic.org.
Suicide survivor grief, depression support
J.R.’s Hunt for Life offers free Suicide Survivors Grief Support and Peer to Peer Depression Support at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Wednesday at the 12-24 Club, 500 South Wolcott, 2nd floor. Everyone is welcome.
Shop St. Vincent de Paul
St Vincent de Paul Thrift Store and its volunteers believes that love is at the root of everything. The store is a great place to visit and shop. It is located at 301 E. H Street, 237-2607. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Local charities benefit from 100 percent of the profits. Consider donating unwanted items including but not limited to clothes, household items, books and jewelry.
Parkinson's exercise Tuesdays
Rocky Mountain Therapy is offering a Parkinson's exercise program on Tuesdays. The group meets Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at Rocky Mountain Therapy, 2546 East 2nd Street, Building #500.
The exercise class is open to anyone with Parkinson's Disease and focuses on improving balance, endurance, safety and managing symptoms. It is open to all ages and the class can be tailored to meet varying exercise needs. The cost of the exercise class is $5. If you have any questions call 577-5204 and ask for Jerri or Amanda.
Suicide survivors support
A Suicide Survivors Support Group meets the first and third Thursday of every month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 1032 E. First St., sponsored by the Natrona County Suicide Prevention Task Force. This is a support group that is open to anyone who has been touched by suicide, attempted suicide or has lost someone to suicide. This group is open to all ages.
Acrylic, oil painting at Art 321
Art 321 is pleased to announce the formation of a new artists group specifically designated for anyone interested in acrylic and oil painting. This group, facilitated by Sheri McCoid, will be meeting each Saturday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. These informal group sessions are open to any artists and no advance registration is necessary. The cost is $5 per session. Please bring some recent work to show and a project to work on while you are here.
Floor loom at Art 321
Art 321 is happy to be collaborating with the Natrona County Public Library in an exciting new way. A beautiful Pendleton floor loom was recently donated to the library. The original plan was to set the loom up there and invite local weavers to provide demonstrations and create a woven public art project. Lacking space, however, the decision was made to bring the loom to Art 321 where the weaving demonstrations and art project can take place. Art 321 now invites weavers to come in, leave their contact information and help get this going.
Caregiver support new location
New location for Caregiver Support Group Meetings is at Rocky Mountain Therapy, 120 S. Forest. Meetings are open to anyone caring for someone with a debilitating condition. Meeting and talking with others who are going through the same experiences you are can benefit your well-being by providing an emotional outlet and new ideas to help with situations. To RSVP or with questions please call 577-5204 and ask for Jerri.
Mindfulness for vets
Mindful warrior class is a special education opportunity for veterans to learn and practice mindfulness based forms of meditation designed to decrease stress and enhance one’s quality of life. No cost to veterans. Classes are held the first and third Saturdays of each month at the First United Methodist Church on 2nd Street, downtown. Morning classes begin at 8:30 a.m. Contact: Theraexpressions at 258-7955 or David Allhusen, LCSW, at 259-0350.
Beware of legal websites
Beware of websites offering free (or even paid) legal forms. Poverty Resistance director Mary Ann Budenske warns people in need of legal assistance to be suspicious of web sites offering free legal assistance. Whenever people do a Google search for legal assistance and do it yourself forms, paid sites jump to the top of the search. Budenske has surveyed many of the online commercial sites selling legal forms. Paid commercial sites offer free forms (which is a scam because anything even remotely useful costs money). Paid commercial sites often offer Wyoming specific forms (which is also a scam as most of the forms that are available are not up-to-date Wyoming specific forms).
The Wyoming Supreme Court and other state entities have worked to make information more available to ordinary folks in need of legal assistance. Equal Justice Wyoming, a program sponsored by the Wyoming Supreme Court, does have free and up-to-date legal forms. The web site is http://www.legalhelpwy.org. The Equal Justice phone number is 307-777-8383. The toll free number for legal aid is 1-877-432-9955, available 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Open ceramics at Art 321
Art 321 hosts an open ceramics studio every Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. to noon. The cost is $10 per session and an instructor is present during studio hours to assist you. Clay is available for purchase or you are welcome to bring your own. All other supplies are provided. This is a great opportunity to learn (or relearn) basic and intermediate construction and wheel techniques and to produce fully finished pottery.
Buddhists meet
David Vaughn is a Buddhist living in Casper who proposes to establish a Casper Buddhist Fellowship. Vaughn invites all who are interested to contact him at davidvaughn991@yahoo.com.
Dementia caregiver support
Wyoming Dementia Care offers five Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support groups each month. Caregivers of those with dementia-related illnesses and the loved ones they care for are welcome at any of the group sessions. Professional staff from Intermountain Home Companions will be on hand to offer separate activities and snacks for those who need care. There is no charge for Wyoming Dementia Care’s support groups or for the respite care provided during the approximately one-hour sessions.
The morning support group sessions meet on the first and third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Central Wyoming Senior Services, 1831 E. Fourth St. The afternoon support groups meet at 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Mountain Plaza Assisted Living, 4154 Talon Dr. The evening groups meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Mountain Plaza Assisted Living, 4154 Talon Dr.
For information email wyodementia@casperseniorcenter.com or call Dani Guerttman at 232-3385.
Celebrate Recovery every Friday
Celebrate Recovery meets at 5:30 p.m. every Friday at Highland Park Community Church, just south of Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital on East Second Street. A family meal starts the evening, followed by praise and worship. At 7 p.m. there's either a lesson from Celebrate Recovery's planned curriculum or a testimony by a person who has found recovery through Christ. Then people go to gender-specific small groups until 8:30 p.m. when dessert and fellowship conclude the evening. Child care is available at no cost. For more information contact Chris at 265-4073.
Here and Now: Dementia-focused monthly art class
Classes are every third Tuesday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. There is no charge. Here and Now is a program made possible through a collaboration between Wyoming Dementia Care and the Nicolaysen Art Museum. It is designed to provide a supportive environment for people with dementia and Alzheimer’s and their loved ones.
To register contact Dani with Wyoming Dementia Care 265-4678 ext. 106 or at wyodementia@casperseniorcenter.com, or Zhanna Gallegos at 235-5247 or at zgallegos@thenic.org.
Helping Others
Central Wyoming Hospice accepting volunteers
Central Wyoming Hospice and Transitions is looking for volunteers. These exceptional, caring individuals use their gifts and skills to help provide patients, caregivers, and families with peace and comfort through the Hospice and Transitions programs.
Volunteers offer a wide range of help including patient and administrative support, companionship visits, errand running, letter writing, light housekeeping, and other opportunities.
The next volunteer training is August 10, 2019. If you’d like to find out more about how you can help, please call Dixie at 577-4832.
Thrift shop needs new home
The First United Methodist Thrift Shop building was sold, and the shop lost its lease. They have been on a search for a new location, but need some help. They are looking for 1,200 to 1,500 square feet on one level, handicapped accessible, and at least four to six parking spots. And of course, the price is a major consideration. Local charity recipients are surely missing donations. If you know of, or have a spot for a new location, please contact Gail at 277-9033 or Anne at 262-7935.
Family to family training set
A grant from the Casper Area Wyoming Community Foundation Board has helped NAMI Wyoming forge new partnerships with other community groups working to provide education and support for mental wellness throughout Wyoming. One of NAMI’s signature programs is Family-to-Family, and a training class will be offered August 2 to 4 in Casper to train facilitators for communities throughout the state. Family-to Family is a free educational program for family, significant others and friends of people living with mental illness. This program helps caregivers better understand and support their loved one through the challenges and struggles of mental illness, and to learn ways to advocate for treatment and services. In addition, the class stresses the importance of self-care while helping a loved one.
NAMI Wyoming is a nonprofit organization serving the state of Wyoming, whose mission is to be a force for change in the lives of those affected by mental illness. It is a grassroots volunteer organization that provides education, support and advocacy to individuals living with mental illness and their families.
NAMI is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness. Family-to-Family and Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) for Law Enforcement classes have positively impacted the Casper community. In addition, grant funding has provided valuable assistance in forming partnerships to help address mental health issues in Natrona County, as well as other areas of the state.
To learn more about NAMI Wyoming or to register for the class, contact Amanda Jones, Executive Director at 265-2573 or amandanamiwyoming@gmail.com. For more information or to donate to support their work, visit namiwyoming.org or the NAMI Wyoming Facebook page.
Hospice establishes endowment fund
Over the years, many families and supporters of Central Wyoming Hospice and Transitions have asked how they can help ensure a sustainable future, finding a way to provide much-needed care even during lean economic times. Hospice has announced the establishment of the Central Wyoming Hospice Endowment Fund at the Wyoming Community Foundation, laying the groundwork for Central Wyoming Hospice to provide hospice care indefinitely.
Endowment funds provide a stable, predictable source of income for nonprofit organizations. The Wyoming Community Foundation manages these funds, and, like a community savings account, this permanent pool of assets generates income and grows over time. With this partnership, CWHTP will benefit from the Foundation’s 30-year history of honoring donors’ wishes to build long-term assets that will help the community forever.
To show its commitment to the future of hospice care, CWHTP’s Board of Directors has set aside $50,000 to match donations made to the Endowment Fund this year. If you are interested in contributing to the new Central Wyoming Hospice Endowment Fund and wish to take advantage of the match, please call Rachel McPherson at 577-4832.
Group needs volunteer advisors
Do you want your voice heard about your health care? If so, please consider joining the team. Mountain Pacific Quality Health is looking for patient family advisors.
Mountain Pacific Quality Health is a quality improvement organization that works to improve the quality of health care received from providers and improve population health.
What is a patient family advisor? Someone who can volunteer his/her time, share suggestions about creating positive changes within the healthcare system, listen to other’s stories, talk about experiences to seek opportunities for improvements.
The group meets monthly for one hour in duration. Advisors have the option to work on projects fitting to their goals and interests with the Mountain Pacific team.
If you interested in joining our PFAC team and would like more information, please contact Crystal Morse at 307-439-2370 or cmorse@mpqhf.org.
Boutique seeks donated items
Please consider donating your unwanted items to Memory Lane Boutique, located at 319 S. Wilson St. inside of the Admin offices of Central Wyoming Hospice & Transitions. All contributions fully support patient care at hospice. Furniture, jewelry, household goods, hand bags, toys, tools, etc. are accepted. Please no clothes or books. And new See’s Candies are on the shelf for your gourmet chocolate desires. Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Donate unwanted items
As you prepare to spring clean, please consider donating unwanted items to Memory Lane Boutique, 319 S. Wilson St. inside of the administrative offices of Central Wyoming Hospice & Transitions. All contributions fully support patient care at hospice. Furniture, jewelry, household goods, toys, etc. are accepted. Please no clothes or books. See’s Candies are in stock for you gourmet chocolate lovers. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
BBBS needs volunteers
Here in Natrona county there are close to 40 children waiting for their match with Big Brothers Big Sisters. Why are you waiting to become a mentor? It is fun and fulfilling to mentor a child and be there adult match. Get out there and have some fun, fish, hike, swim, walk, run errands and just talk. Make a profound difference in a child's life today. Go to www.wyobbbs.org or call 265-2227 for more information and start your new wonderful adventure today.
Rescue mission gets $1.4 million from Jonah partner
The Wyoming Rescue Mission in Casper is the recipient of more than $1 million from Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines) competitive affordable housing program, sponsored by Jonah Bank of Wyoming.
The mission will receive two grants totaling $1,448,750 to help with the construction of a New Life Center and Transformation Center, the next phase of the mission's building project. The facilities will enable the mission to meet the needs of today’s homeless by providing shelter, safety and the basic steps necessary to help individuals move from homelessness to transformation.
The Competitive Affordable Housing Program is one of the nation’s largest sources of grants for affordable housing projects. The grants are made possible by a collaborative effort between community housing providers, financial institutions and FHLB Des Moines.
Jonah Bank and FHLB Des Moines believe in helping and giving back to the communities they serve.
WMC seeks volunteers
Wyoming Medical Center is looking for volunteers to join its team.
Junior Volunteer Program is for ages 16 to 21. Volunteer in a variety of settings, including the Emergency Department and Neurological Department. Hours are flexible and based around school schedules and extracurricular activities.
Evening/Weekend Information Desk Volunteer: Volunteers needed for evening and weekend shifts. Shifts range from two to four hours. Provide information and directions, answer phone calls and provide general assistance.
Other volunteer opportunities are available. Please contact Lisa Johnson, WMC Volunteer Coordinator, at 577-2794 for additional information.
Be a Big, make a difference
Greater Wyoming Big Brothers Big Sisters welcomes you to apply to become a Big. Becoming a Big is life changing for both the child and you -- the volunteer.
Get out there and have fun, hike, ski, fish, walk the dog, play music, create art or enjoy crafts. An adult spending time with a child has a huge and positive impact.
Join the fun. It is easy to apply to begin helping a child reach their full potential.
Simply call 265-2227 or go to www.wyobbbs.org.
Theater thanks Pacific Power
Casper Theater Company would like to make special recognition to the Pacific Power Foundation for their generous grant to supply the stage lighting needs. This is the second grant Casper theater Company has received from the Pacific Power Foundation, and thanks to them for enhancing the productions with state of the art equipment to provide audiences with the best possible experience.
The PacifiCorp Foundation is one of the largest utility-endowed foundations in the United States. The foundation was created in 1988 by PacifiCorp, an electric utility serving 1.8 million customers in six Western states as Rocky Mountain Power (Utah, Wyoming and Idaho) and Pacific Power (Oregon, Washington and California).
Joshua's needs volunteer drivers
Joshua's Storehouse needs volunteer drivers to pick up donations and to help with the food rescue program. If you have some time or some community service hours and would like to help Joshua's feed families in Natrona County, please give Kim Perez a call at 265-0242 or text her at 215-6683.
Local world peace group begins
A new, local group of people interested in world peace is starting. For more information please call Rick at 248-330-8570.
Seeking children's books
Helping a child enjoy reading is very important to many families who visit the Holy Cross Center in search of nutritious food to supplement their diets. The center seeks children's books to make available to families. If you have good children's books, please drop them at Dave's Darts at 601 E. 2nd Street. Please do not donate adult books. Your gifts will be greatly appreciated. For more information contact Joe at 577-1041.
Meals on Wheels needs volunteer drivers
Meals On Wheels needs meal delivery volunteers. Volunteers must have a valid drivers licenses and proof of automobile insurance. After training, each volunteer delivers a meal route, once weekly Monday through Friday. Routes go out anytime between the hours of 10 a.m. and noon. Each route takes about an hour. A volunteer can easily deliver during a lunch hour. Meal deliveries are made to senior and home bound citizens who are unable to prepare meals or to grocery shop for themselves. If you are unable to commit to an assigned day each week, substitute volunteer drivers are needed. As a substitute driver, you fill in whenever you are available. If interested call 265-8659 to make arrangements for training.
Make-A-Wish Wyoming welcomes volunteers
Make-A-Wish Wyoming is looking for volunteers to support its mission of granting a wish to every Wyoming child with a life-threatening medical condition.
Volunteer wish granters are specially trained to work directly with children and their families to determine the child’s true wish and then help plan, create and fulfill that wish. The opportunity is flexible and allows volunteers to give time based on their own schedules. Help provide hope, strength and joy to children and families in your community when it’s needed most.
The organization is also looking for people who are interested in helping with community events designed to raise funds and awareness.
To learn more about these volunteer opportunities and others, or to refer a child to the program call 234-9474, email mburton@wyoming.wish.org or visit wyoming.wish.org.
Disabled vets need volunteer drivers
The Disabled American Veterans need volunteer drivers to take veterans to their medical appointment at the VA hospital in Cheyenne. The volunteer driver will transport them in a VA vehicle. If you are interested please call the DAV transportation office in Cheyenne at 307-778-7577 for further information.
This Just InSaturday support meetings
- Alcoholics Anonymous: 9:30 a.m., women’s meeting, 500 S. Wolcott; 10 a.m., 328 E. A; noon, 500 S. Wolcott; 7 p.m., 500 S. Wolcott, Speaker meeting; 8 p.m, 328 E. A; 8 p.m., 917 N. Beech; 10 p.m., 917 N. Beech. Douglas: 7:30 p.m., 628 E. Richards (upstairs in back). Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open. Casper info: 266-9578; Douglas info: (307) 351-1688.
- Al-Anon: 10 a.m., 4600 S. Poplar, Shepherd of the Hills Church, New Starts.
- Narcotics Anonymous: Noon, 500 S. Wolcott, 12-24 Club; 6 p.m., 500 S. Wolcott, 12-24 Club, closed meeting; 7 p.m., 15th and Melrose, at the church. Web site: http://www.urmrna.org.
- NAMI: 4 p.m., 133 W. Sixth St. NAMI C.A.R.E. (Consumers Advocating Recovery through Empowerment) Support Group for individuals with mental illness. Info: 234-0440.
- Adult Children of Alcoholics: 1:30-3 p.m., 12-24 Club, 500 S. Wolcott St., Suite 200. Open meeting.
Muni ladies golf pairings
July 18, play of the day, two-person best ball. Eighty percent of handicap, 40 maximum, USGA standard recommendation. 8 a.m. start, playing Park and Links. $5 cash entry fee per player. For changes or additions please call pro shop at 233-6620.
Park #1 Dona-TBA, TBA-TBA; Links #9A Ortiz-Boyle, Balas-Stolte; Links #9B Pfiefer-Smith, Sanford-Shogren; Links #8A Wheatley-Haydel, Warren-Heberlein; Links #8B Bain-Farmer, Clark-Santoni; Links #7A McCarrel-Meyer, Chadwick-Webb; Links #6A Benardis-Hill, Marsh-Ellis.
Beach Day July 26
Ages 5 -13 are invited to attend Beach Day at Highland Park and the Casper Family Aquatic Center on Friday, July 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This will be a fun-filled morning in the sun with a variety of activities, including a giant water slide, slip and slides, swimming, and more. Beach Day is a free event sponsored by the Community Recreation Foundation and is open to the public. Be sure to wear swim attire and plenty of sunscreen. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult unless supervised by one of the summer recreation programs.
The Community Recreation Foundation makes scholarships available to financially assist youth and mature adults, ages 55 and older, with registration fees associated with recreational activities offered within the City of Casper Recreation Division. For information about the Casper Recreation Division or Community Recreation Foundation, please contact the Recreation Center at 235-8383, 1801 E. 4th Street.
Pops in the Park Aug. 24
The Wyoming Symphony Orchestra presents the third annual Pops in the Park summer concert, scheduled for Saturday, August 24 in Washington Park. The gates will open at 5 p.m., and music will begin at 7:30 p.m. The concert is a family-friendly, all-ages event.
This year’s concert is a musical tribute to John Williams, whose timeless compositions and film scores have helped shape the cultural landscape for six decades. The orchestra will highlight recognizable works from Harry Potter, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park, and other popular pieces.
Several local vendors will be onsite with a variety of food, drink, and dessert options. Urban Bottle will host a cash bar onsite with a selection of wine, beer, and specialty cocktails.
Please visit www.wyomingsymphony.org for details about parking, tickets, and how to prepare for the concert.
Register for Christian school
Mountain Road Christian Academy (MRCA) is now registering for the upcoming 2019-2020 school year. MRCA is an accredited k-8th grade Christian School. Please go to Mountainroadchristianacademy.com web site for more information, or call Traci Pike at 235-2859. Please leave your name and number if no answer.
Following are the new additions in the Natrona County Detention Center at 6:17 a.m. July 9 and 10, 2019. Along with the inmates’ names are their age, the arresting agency and the charges for which they have been detained. Outcomes of cases are not included in this report. For the complete inmate rosters dated July 9 and 10, 2019, visit trib. com.
Tuesday additions:
- Robert Snyder, 50, NCSO, violate FVPA court order; Matthew Antelope, 35, NCSO, contract hold/billing; Aaron Miracle, 46, MPD, hold for probation and parole; Lawrence Webb, 57, NCSO, courtesy hold/other agency; Stephen Jacobson, 31, NCSO, hold for probation and parole, hold for CAC; Angela Obert, 53, CPD, fail to comply; John Mann, 59, CPD, suspended/revoked driver’s license, camping in the city, trespassing, controlled substance possession meth; Zachariah Morton, 40, USMA, contract hold/billing; Nelson Ramos-Miranda, 35, USMA, contract hold/billing; Jordan Martinez, 29, WHP, county warrant/hold for agency; Kari Hayes, 31, drugs/conspiracy, attempts/conspire; Yolanda Fancher, 60, NCSO, serve jail time; Leon Spoonhunter, 33, CPD, public intoxication; Korey Downing, 29, EPD, hold for probation and parole; Andrew Messick, 32, NCSO, hold for 24/7; Sydney Peterson, 33, NCSO, fail to comply; Misty Gonzales, 37, CPD, burglary; Kelvin Boyles, 61, CPD, fail to appear; Braunwyn Eaby, 28, WHP, county warrant/hold for agency (times 2); Mark Mcgehee, 25, CPD, fail to appear; Charles Ebarb, 39, CPD, under influence controlled substance; William Lindberg, 21, CPD, controlled substance possession meth, controlled substance possession; Conrad Olsway, 19, CPD, under influence controlled substance; Michael Baird, 26, CPD, DWUI; Danny Vazquez, 18, CPD, controlled substance possession (times 2), DWUI, driver’s license, possession with intent to deliver (times 2).
Wednesday additions:
- Andrew Hapoff, 66, NCSO, serve jail time; Shawntele Livingston, 35, NCSO, criminal warrant; Edward Smith, 24, CPD, forgery, forgery/counterfeit, false pretenses; Garrett Revere, 37, NCSO, contract hold/billing; Maybi Fernandez-Fabre, 40, INS, contract hold/billing; Brian Bayer, 51, MPD, DWUS, DWUI; Tamara Campbell, 47, NCSO, fail to appear; Drew St. Gelais, 24, CPD, fail to appear (times 2); Arturo Niebla, 22, NCSO, controlled substance possession, DWUI, DWUS, compliance auto insurance, open container in vehicle; Shelley Woodfield, 38, CPD, suspended/revoked driver’s license; Paul Farley, 29, NCSO, district court bench warrant.
Casper Police Department
Felony charges
- Misty D. Gonzales, burglary
- Danny F. Vazquez, possession with intent to deliver; misdemeanor DWUI, controlled substance possession (times 2), driver’s license
DWUI misdemeanor charges
- Michael D. Baird, DWUI
Misdemeanor charges
- Kelvin R. Boyles, fail to appear
- Charles J. Ebarb, under influence controlled substance
- Megan P. Kinion, fail to appear
- William I. Lindberg, controlled substance possession, controlled substance possession meth
- John D. Mann, suspended/revoked driver’s license, trespassing, camping in the city, controlled substance possession meth
- Anela E. Obert, fail to comply
- Conrad J. Olsway, under influence controlled substance
- Leon Spoonhunter, public intoxication
Glenrock Police Department
Misdemeanor charges
- Keith Curry, 27, DUS (Monday, July 8)
Mills Police Department
DWUI misdemeanor charges
- Brian S. Bayer, 51, DWUI, DWUS
- Jimmie C. Rhoads, 68, careless driving/alcohol related
Casper Police Department
Accident, personal injury
- Monday: 12:58 p.m., E. 15th & Wolcott
Accident, property damage
- Monday: 9:09 a.m., E. 2nd & SE Wyo; 10:36 a.m., E. 3rd & S. Jefferson; 1:18 p.m., E. 1st & N. Jackson; 5:46 p.m., 1800 block E. 4th
Assault
- Monday: 8:13 a.m., 1900 block S. Missouri
Burglary, residential
- Monday: 10:10 a.m., 1100 block Hazelwood
Disturbance
- Monday: 9:12 a.m., 2200 block S. Jefferson; 9:55 a.m., 1100 block S. Willow; 4:50 p.m., 300 block S. Grant
Drugs
- Monday: 10:27 a.m., 500 block S. Walsh; 10:34 p.m., 2900 block E. 15th
Fire assist
- Monday: 1:40 p.m., 300 block Indian Paintbrush
Fireworks
- Monday: 8:51 p.m., 1700 block W. 25th; 11:13 p.m., 2100 block S. Poplar
Fraud
- Monday: 5:55 p.m., 600 block N. Poplar
Harassment
- Monday: 10:27 a.m., 3500 block Meadowlark; 7:59 p.m., 200 block E. 2nd
Hit and run
- Monday: 5:36 p.m., Wyo & 12th; 10:22 p.m., 2900 block Knollwood
Juvenile problem
- Tuesday: 3:36 a.m., 1600 block E. 12th
Missing person
- Monday: 3:45 p.m., 900 block Bretton
Public intoxication
- Monday: 7:06 p.m., 500 block N. Center
Shots fired
- Monday: 10:56 p.m., 1000 block W. 21st
Suicidal subject
- Monday: 2:23 p.m., 3100 block Whispering Springs
Traffic stops: 55 Trespassing
- Monday: 12:20 p.m., 800 block N. Park; 1:36 p.m., 1800 block Fremont
Weapon offense
- Monday: 5:02 p.m., E. 2nd & S. Durbin; 11:36 p.m., 2700 block Knollwood
Natrona County Sheriff’s Office
Accident, personal injury
- Monday: 3:54 p.m., 20-26 mp 39 Tuesday: 5:37 p.m., 8300 block Casper Mountain Rd.
Accident, property damage
- Tuesday: 8:16 a.m., SE Wyo & Scenic
Assault
- Monday: 8:02 p.m., 4100 block W. Yellowstone; 11:58 p.m., 200 block N. Kieffer Tuesday: 10:16 p.m., 1700 block Fairgrounds
Child abuse
- Monday: 1:04 p.m., 12000 block El Rio Rd.
Family fight
- Monday: 7:36 p.m., 1700 block Fairgrounds
FVPA violation
- Monday: 9:32 a.m., 11000 block Zero Rd.; 12:48 p.m., 5600 block Chapman Pl.
Hit and run
- Tuesday: 11:05 p.m., 1700 block Fairgrounds
Interference
- Tuesday: 12:26 a.m., 1700 block Fairgrounds
Juvenile problem
- Tuesday: 9:01 p.m., 1700 block Fairgrounds
Prowler
- Tuesday: 12:59 a.m., 2700 block S. Robertson; Wednesday: 4:10 a.m., 4400 block Boles
Suicide attempt
- Tuesday: 3:01 p.m., 600 block N. Beverly
Traffic stops: 26 Zone/code enforcement
- Monday: 10:22 a.m., 18000 block W. US 20-26
Mills Police Department
Assault
- Monday: 8:02 p.m., 4100 block W. Yellowstone
Disturbance
- Monday: 11:10 p.m., 4800 block Oregon Tr.
Prowler
- Tuesday: 12:59 a.m., 2700 block S. Robertson Rd.
Suicidal subject
- Monday: 12:10 p.m., 300 block SW Wyo
Suspicious
- Monday: 2:50 p.m., 300 block SW Wyo
Traffic stops: 19
Glenrock Police Department
Bar check
- Saturday: 1:34 a.m., Birch; 11:15 p.m., Birch
Disturbance
- Tuesday: 9:21 p.m., Miller
Fireworks
- Saturday: 8:05 p.m., town park
Juvenile problem
- Tuesday: 4:15 p.m., California
Suspicious
- Saturday: 8:33 a.m., Boxelder; 8:55 a.m., alley between N. 3rd & 4th; Monday: 3:20 p.m., Mesa Verde
Traffic stops: 3
New civil cases
- Bryan Patrick Sorenson v. Jennifer Ann Sorenson
- Jackie Lee Carabajal v. Kristin Heffner, custody and parental visitation
- State re currency totaling $9,773, owner Carver James Fischer, forfeiture of property
- Accelerated Receivables Solutions v. Jack Edward Ainsworth, debt collection
- Kortney May Lajeunesse to Kortney May Hanson, name change
- Hannah Francis Bryan v. Seth Lars Bryan, divorce with children
- Darrell Rex Parkhurst v. Yvette Marie Parkhurst, divorce no children
- Nurieh Zarrin Glasgow v. Travis Don Glasgow, divorce with children
- Accelerated Receivables Solutions v. Frank Estes Kimball, debt collection
- Ashley Nicole Hicks v. Joshua Tanner Hicks, divorce with children
- Nina Rae Darcy v. Christopher Charles Darcy, divorce no children
- Dawn Adaire Seger v. Matthew Timothy Seger, divorce no children
Civil disposition
- Trinity Nash Lewallen v. Chelsey Jo Lewallen, judgment
Criminal disposition
- Tristan Timothy Meyers, unlawful contact rude, insolent or angry touches without bodily injury, guilty; unlawful use of toxic substance, aerosols, guilty.
Summer fitness classes set
There’s no better time to start improving health than right now in a fitness class offered through the Casper Recreation Center. Tone, relieve stress, improve overall wellness or have fun exercising with friends in classes beginning the week of July 22. All instructors are certified and have taught for several years.
Get a great workout and maintain a better state of physical well-being in Forever Fit. Improve circulation, flexibility and fitness level with a warm-up, low impact aerobics, weights, resistance tube exercises and stretching. This special comprehensive fitness program is for anyone interested in a great workout with lots of variety! Class meets Monday and Wednesday from 8 to 8:50 a.m. and is taught by Patty Kempf. Fees are $45 for nonmembers and $33 for those with a Rec Center pass for six weeks of classes.
RIP classes are offered Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m. Weight-bearing exercise improves bone health and decreases the chance of developing osteoporosis. This 60-minute barbell workout challenges men and women of all ages and fitness levels by using traditional strength training to tone muscles and burn calories. Fees are $61 for nonmembers and $49 for those with a Rec Center pass for six weeks of classes. Instructor is Phyllis Pearl-Erk.
Come and try out your first class for free; just sign in at the front counter or with the instructor. Register for the full session of classes (the best deal), buy a Fitness Punch Pass ($65 for 10 classes) or pay $7 per class. For further information, please call the Casper Recreation Center at 235-8383, stop by 1801 E. 4th Street or visit online at www.activecasper.com. See what’s happening on the Facebook page — search Casper Recreation Division.
Tae Kwon-Do starts
The next session of Tae Kwon-Do classes begins on July 23 at the Casper Recreation Center. This Korean martial art is for ages 8 and up (6 and 7 year olds allowed if accompanied by a participating adult).
Martial arts classes help tone and strengthen muscles, enhance speed and agility, increase endurance, flexibility, coordination and balance. They provide a controlled and healthy environment for growing children to burn off excess energy and help them feel more focused.
Improve self-confidence, self-discipline and self-defense tactics, and receive instruction in classical Tae Kwon-Do under the requirements of US and International Tae Kwon-Do Federations (USTF) involving the skilled application of punches, kicks, blocks and dodges with bare hands and feet.
Beginners meet twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday; the advanced class meets an additional day on Friday; all classes meet from 5:45-7:15 p.m. Registration fee for the seven week session is $60 for Beginners, $85 for Advanced, with a $12 discount for those with Rec Center Passes. Instructor Gerald Sisco is a 7th Degree Black Belt and current USTF State Director and instructor Kerri McDill is a 4th Degree Black Belt.
For further information or to register, please call the Casper Recreation Center at 235-8383, stop by at 1801 E. 4th St. or go online at www.activecasper.com.
Adult softball registration
Fall co-ed softball season is quickly approaching. The Casper Recreational Leagues Association, in conjunction with the City of Casper Recreation Division, is offering fall co-ed softball leagues that will begin play in August. Team packets including registration forms, league rules, season dates, fees and other important information are available in the Casper Recreation Center lobby or online at www.crlasports.com.
All adult teams interested in participating in this year’s fall co-ed softball league must register no later than Thursday, August 8, 2019 at the Casper Recreation Center, 1801 East 4th Street. Teams will either play on Monday or Tuesday evenings depending on what night they choose. The size of the league is limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
If additional information is needed, contact the City of Casper Recreation Division at 235-8383.
After hours gardening help
Natrona County Master Gardeners are holding after-hours plant diagnostic clinics from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays July 25, August 29 and September 26 in the Mills Room of the Agricultural Resource and Learning Center, 2011 Fairgrounds Rd.
Master Gardeners are trained horticulture volunteers available to help diagnose landscape or house plant issues and provide control solutions. Insect or other pest identifications will also be available.
They can help other gardeners know how to grow plants in our difficult dry High Plains desert conditions, said Donna Hoffman, University of Wyoming Extension agriculture and horticulture educator in Natrona County.
For more information, contact Hoffman at 235-9400 or DHoffman@natronacounty-wy.gov or visit the Natrona County Master Gardeners Facebook page to view the event posting.
Design gin bottle label
The Casper Mountain Gin Project, which is born out of a collaboration between Wyoming Food For Thought Project and Backwards Distilling Company, is calling all artists to submit artwork for the Casper Mountain Gin Project gin bottle label.
The Casper Mountain Gin Project is a community collaboration where all proceeds from the donated efforts of foraging, distilling, bottling, marketing and sales benefits the programs focused on eradicating by Wyoming Food for Thought Project.
The top five labels will be made into banners to be hung at the Food for Thought Good Food Hub, as well as stickers and the stickers will be sent out as rewards for supporting the Kickstarter, and the winning label will be used for the limited edition gin bottles.
Anyone may submit a work. All art must fit and work with the below label, which is 3 inches tall and 2 inches wide. All art must feature “Casper Mountain Gin” prominently. The five finalists will be made into stickers and sent out as rewards for supporting the Kickstarter, http://kck.st/2YC2urA. The five finalist labels will be posted on social media for public viewing and feedback. The winning label will be used for limited edition gin bottles and by Backwards. The winning artist will receive recognition as the winning label artist on all social media for Food for Thought and Backwards, a VIP +1 for the launch party, 50 stickers of their artwork, two bottles of gin and will be introduced at the launch party as a guest of honor.
Backwards Distilling Company will own the physical work and the design. All winning artists will be required to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Backwards Distilling.
The deadline for the submission is July 22, 2019, by midnight.
One submission per artist.
Original work only, no commercial reproductions please.
Each submitting artist must complete an Artist Information Form to accompany submissions.
Please submit all artwork to info@wyfftp.org, or mail/drop off artwork to 900 Saint John, Casper, WY 82601.
Include name of artist; artist address (including city, state, zip); phone, email; title of artwork.
Central Wyoming Hospice accepting volunteers
Central Wyoming Hospice and Transitions is looking for volunteers. These exceptional, caring individuals use their gifts and skills to help provide patients, caregivers and families with peace and comfort through the Hospice and Transitions programs.
Volunteers offer a wide range of help including patient and administrative support, companionship visits, errand running, letter writing, light housekeeping and other opportunities.
The next volunteer training is August 10, 2019. If you’d like to find out more about how you can help, please call Dixie at 577-4832.
Fiddle championships set
The 29th Annual Rocky Mountain Fiddle Championships and Music Festival is at the Ramada Plaza Riverside July 19-21. Friday, July 19, there will be an informal jam session around 8 p.m. or as musicians arrive. Saturday, July 20, is the competition and spectator admission is free. It starts at 9 a.m. and runs all day with a break for lunch and a break for dinner. The evening show starts at 7 p.m. and there will be a judge’s show and the final divisions for the Twin Fiddle completion and the championship division. Sunday morning, July 21, there will be some workshops and lessons offered by Bubba Hopkins who is a nationally recognized musician. The event is funded in part by the Wyoming Arts Council through the National Endowment for the Arts and the Wyoming State Legislature and Townsquare Media. If anyone has questions please call or text Casey at 277-7444.
AKC dog show set
American Kennel Club Dog Shows July 26 to 28 at Central Wyoming Fairgrounds, sponsored by Central Wyoming Kennel Club. Free to attend. This is a dog show with Conformation, Obedience and Rally. Barn Hunt and North American Diving Dogs all three days as well. For more info: centralwyomingkennelclub.org.
VBS at Resurrection
Vacation Bible School at Resurrection Church, 342 S. Grant, is July 29 to August 2. Come join at The Incredible Race for lots of fun of stories, crafts, games and food.
First Saturday Study August 3
Abraham in the Old Testament has many descendants. Four to be exact and this has consequences for how one understands the Bible. On Saturday, August 3, at 9 a.m. at Bethel Baptist Church, 3030 S. Poplar, the four “seeds” of Abraham and the blessing Abraham has been to the world will be studied. Refreshments will be served. Please phone the church office for further information at 234-8812.
Caregivers support
When you attend caregivers support groups, you meet other people with the same problems and the same difficulties. It’s a wonderful way to communicate, understand what you’re up against and get advice from the other people. Meetings are scheduled for July, 30, Aug, 27 and Sept 24. Meetings start at 5:30 p.m. at 120 S. Forest Dr. Kelly Blikre, national family caregiver support coordinator with Wyoming Senior Citizens, Inc. will be the guest speaker. To RSVP or questions, please call 577-5204 or 337-1200 and ask for Jerri.
Stories of Light Nov. 9
Please join Make-A-Wish Wyoming for a transformative evening at the annual Stories of Light Gala on November 9, 2019, at The Hangar in Bar Nunn.
Your support will help transform lives, one wish at a time for local children battling critical illnesses.
The Stories of Light Gala provides guests with the opportunity to experience the Make-A-Wish Wyoming mission firsthand through direct community impact. The semiformal event includes a gourmet sit down dinner, exclusive wines, hors d’oeuvres, a live auction and a few very special surprises. Guests also have the opportunity to meet inspiring children and families whose lives have been changed by a granted wish.
The Stories of Light Gala is held annually where Make-A-Wish Wyoming is headquartered. Reserve your seat at this year’s event or become a sponsor by contacting the Make-A-Wish Wyoming office at 234-9474 or at wyoming.wish.org.
Helping Others
Thrift shop needs new home
The First United Methodist Thrift Shop building was sold and the shop lost its lease. They have been on a search for a new location, but need some help. They are looking for 1,200 to 1,500 square feet on one level, handicapped accessible and at least four to six parking spots. And of course, the price is a major consideration. Local charity recipients are surely missing donations. If you know of or have a spot for a new location, please contact Gail at 277-9033 or Anne at 262-7935.
Family to family training set
A grant from the Casper Area Wyoming Community Foundation Board has helped NAMI Wyoming forge new partnerships with other community groups working to provide education and support for mental wellness throughout Wyoming. One of NAMI’s signature programs is Family-to-Family, and a training class will be offered August 2 to 4 in Casper to train facilitators for communities throughout the state. Family-to-Family is a free educational program for family, significant others and friends of people living with mental illness. This program helps caregivers better understand and support their loved one through the challenges and struggles of mental illness and to learn ways to advocate for treatment and services. In addition, the class stresses the importance of self-care while helping a loved one.
NAMI Wyoming is a nonprofit organization serving the state of Wyoming, whose mission is to be a force for change in the lives of those affected by mental illness. It is a grassroots volunteer organization that provides education, support and advocacy to individuals living with mental illness and their families.
NAMI is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness. Family-to-Family and Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) for Law Enforcement classes have positively impacted the Casper community. In addition, grant funding has provided valuable assistance in forming partnerships to help address mental health issues in Natrona County, as well as other areas of the state.
To learn more about NAMI Wyoming or to register for the class, contact Amanda Jones, Executive Director at 265-2573 or amandanamiwyoming@gmail.com. For more information or to donate to support their work, visit namiwyoming.org or the NAMI Wyoming Facebook page.
Hospice establishes endowment fund
Over the years, many families and supporters of Central Wyoming Hospice and Transitions have asked how they can help ensure a sustainable future, finding a way to provide much-needed care even during lean economic times. Hospice has announced the establishment of the Central Wyoming Hospice Endowment Fund at the Wyoming Community Foundation, laying the groundwork for Central Wyoming Hospice to provide hospice care indefinitely.
Endowment funds provide a stable, predictable source of income for nonprofit organizations. The Wyoming Community Foundation manages these funds, and, like a community savings account, this permanent pool of assets generates income and grows over time. With this partnership, CWHTP will benefit from the Foundation’s 30-year history of honoring donors’ wishes to build long-term assets that will help the community forever.
To show its commitment to the future of hospice care, CWHTP’s Board of Directors has set aside $50,000 to match donations made to the Endowment Fund this year. If you are interested in contributing to the new Central Wyoming Hospice Endowment Fund and wish to take advantage of the match, please call Rachel McPherson at 577-4832.
Group needs volunteer advisors
Do you want your voice heard about your health care? If so, please consider joining the team. Mountain Pacific Quality Health is looking for patient family advisors.
Mountain Pacific Quality Health is a quality improvement organization that works to improve the quality of health care received from providers and improve population health.
What is a patient family advisor? Someone who can volunteer his/her time, share suggestions about creating positive changes within the healthcare system, listen to other’s stories and talk about experiences to seek opportunities for improvements.
The group meets monthly for one hour in duration. Advisors have the option to work on projects fitting to their goals and interests with the Mountain Pacific team.
If you interested in joining the PFAC team and would like more information, please contact Crystal Morse at 307-439-2370 or cmorse@mpqhf.org.
Boutique seeks donated items
Please consider donating your unwanted items to Memory Lane Boutique, located at 319 S. Wilson St. inside of the Admin offices of Central Wyoming Hospice & Transitions. All contributions fully support patient care at hospice. Furniture, jewelry, household goods, hand bags, toys, tools, etc. are accepted. Please no clothes or books. And new See’s Candies are on the shelf for your gourmet chocolate desires. Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Donate unwanted items
Please consider donating unwanted items to Memory Lane Boutique, 319 S. Wilson St. inside of the administrative offices of Central Wyoming Hospice & Transitions. All contributions fully support patient care at hospice. Furniture, jewelry, household goods, toys, etc. are accepted. Please no clothes or books. See’s Candies are in stock for you gourmet chocolate lovers. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
BBBS needs volunteers
Here in Natrona county there are close to 40 children waiting for their match with Big Brothers Big Sisters. Why are you waiting to become a mentor? It is fun and fulfilling to mentor a child and be there adult match. Get out there and have some fun, fish, hike, swim, walk, run errands and just talk. Make a profound difference in a child's life today. Go to www.wyobbbs.org or call 265-2227 for more information and start your new wonderful adventure today.
Rescue mission gets $1.4 million from Jonah partner
The Wyoming Rescue Mission in Casper is the recipient of more than $1 million from Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines) competitive affordable housing program, sponsored by Jonah Bank of Wyoming.
The mission will receive two grants totaling $1,448,750 to help with the construction of a New Life Center and Transformation Center, the next phase of the mission's building project. The facilities will enable the mission to meet the needs of today’s homeless by providing shelter, safety and the basic steps necessary to help individuals move from homelessness to transformation.
The Competitive Affordable Housing Program is one of the nation’s largest sources of grants for affordable housing projects. The grants are made possible by a collaborative effort between community housing providers, financial institutions and FHLB Des Moines.
Jonah Bank and FHLB Des Moines believe in helping and giving back to the communities they serve.
WMC seeks volunteers
Wyoming Medical Center is looking for volunteers to join its team.
Junior Volunteer Program is for ages 16 to 21. Volunteer in a variety of settings, including the Emergency Department and Neurological Department. Hours are flexible and based around school schedules and extracurricular activities.
Evening/Weekend Information Desk Volunteer: Volunteers needed for evening and weekend shifts. Shifts range from two to four hours. Provide information and directions, answer phone calls and provide general assistance.
Other volunteer opportunities are available. Please contact Lisa Johnson, WMC Volunteer Coordinator, at 577-2794 for additional information.
Be a Big, make a difference
Greater Wyoming Big Brothers Big Sisters welcomes you to apply to become a Big. Becoming a Big is life changing for both the child and you -- the volunteer.
Get out there and have fun, hike, ski, fish, walk the dog, play music, create art or enjoy crafts. An adult spending time with a child has a huge and positive impact.
Join the fun. It is easy to apply to begin helping a child reach their full potential.
Simply call 265-2227 or go to www.wyobbbs.org.
Theater thanks Pacific Power
Casper Theater Company would like to make special recognition to the Pacific Power Foundation for their generous grant to supply the stage lighting needs. This is the second grant Casper theater Company has received from the Pacific Power Foundation, and thanks to them for enhancing the productions with state of the art equipment to provide audiences with the best possible experience.
The PacifiCorp Foundation is one of the largest utility-endowed foundations in the United States. The foundation was created in 1988 by PacifiCorp, an electric utility serving 1.8 million customers in six Western states as Rocky Mountain Power (Utah, Wyoming and Idaho) and Pacific Power (Oregon, Washington and California).
Joshua's needs volunteer drivers
Joshua's Storehouse needs volunteer drivers to pick up donations and to help with the food rescue program. If you have some time or some community service hours and would like to help Joshua's feed families in Natrona County, please give Kim Perez a call at 265-0242 or text her at 215-6683.
Local world peace group begins
A new, local group of people interested in world peace is starting. For more information please call Rick at 248-330-8570.
Seeking children's books
Helping a child enjoy reading is very important to many families who visit the Holy Cross Center in search of nutritious food to supplement their diets. The center seeks children's books to make available to families. If you have good children's books, please drop them at Dave's Darts at 601 E. 2nd Street. Please do not donate adult books. Your gifts will be greatly appreciated. For more information contact Joe at 577-1041.
Meals on Wheels needs volunteer drivers
Meals On Wheels needs meal delivery volunteers. Volunteers must have a valid drivers licenses and proof of automobile insurance. After training, each volunteer delivers a meal route, once weekly Monday through Friday. Routes go out anytime between the hours of 10 a.m. and noon. Each route takes about an hour. A volunteer can easily deliver during a lunch hour. Meal deliveries are made to senior and home bound citizens who are unable to prepare meals or to grocery shop for themselves. If you are unable to commit to an assigned day each week, substitute volunteer drivers are needed. As a substitute driver, you fill in whenever you are available. If interested call 265-8659 to make arrangements for training.
Make-A-Wish Wyoming welcomes volunteers
Make-A-Wish Wyoming is looking for volunteers to support its mission of granting a wish to every Wyoming child with a life-threatening medical condition.
Volunteer wish granters are specially trained to work directly with children and their families to determine the child’s true wish and then help plan, create and fulfill that wish. The opportunity is flexible and allows volunteers to give time based on their own schedules. Help provide hope, strength and joy to children and families in your community when it’s needed most.
The organization is also looking for people who are interested in helping with community events designed to raise funds and awareness.
To learn more about these volunteer opportunities and others, or to refer a child to the program call 234-9474, email mburton@wyoming.wish.org or visit wyoming.wish.org.
Disabled vets need volunteer drivers
The Disabled American Veterans need volunteer drivers to take veterans to their medical appointment at the VA hospital in Cheyenne. The volunteer driver will transport them in a VA vehicle. If you are interested please call the DAV transportation office in Cheyenne at 307-778-7577 for further information.
Thursday support meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous: 6:30 a.m., 917 N. Beech; 8:30 a.m., 500 S. Wolcott; 10 a.m., 328 E. A; noon, 500 S. Wolcott; 2 p.m., 917 N. Beech; 5:30 p.m., 328 E. A; 7 p.m., 500 S. Wolcott, closed; 8 p.m., 328 E. A; 8 p.m., 4600 S. Poplar, closed; 8 p.m., 917 N. Beech. Douglas: 7:30 p.m., 628 E. Richards (upstairs in back). Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open. Casper info: 266-9578; Douglas info: 307-351-1688.
Al-Anon: 7 p.m., A New Beginning, WBI, 2521 E. 15th.
Narcotics Anonymous: Noon, 500 S. Wolcott, 12-24 Club; 8 p.m., 4700 S. Poplar (church basement). Web site: http://www.urmrna.org.
Nic Anon: 6 p.m., 12-24 Club, 500 S. Wolcott. Call Pam M., (307-577-0518), or Todd A. (cell, 307-248-3089.)
Muni ladies golf pairings
July 11, Park and Links. Play of the day is two holes back to par. Start at 8 a.m. For changes or additions, please call pro shop at 233-6620.
Park #1 Benardis, Webb, Santoni; Links #9A Dona, Shogren, Clark; Links #9B Wheatley, Warren, Farmer; Links #8A Ellis, Chadwick, Boyle; Links #8B Bain, Meyer, Heberlein; Links #7A McCarrel, Neuberger, Balas; Links #7B Haydel, Pfiefer, TBA; Links #6A Smith, Stolte, TBA.
Active Aging July hikes
The Active Aging part of AARP’s CAT led by Diana Nooney Hough has set the July dates and times for hiking fans. All are welcome. For further information please call Diana at 259-2783. July 11, Soccer Complex, 8 to 9 a.m. (park north of fields).
Central Wyoming Fair, Rodeo
- Crabtree Carnival: Thursday, 4 to midnight, $36 armbands; Friday and Saturday, noon to midnight, $36 armbands.
- Exhibit halls open 4 to 11 p.m., Thursday; noon to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday.
- PRCA Rodeo 7:30 p.m. through Saturday. Thursday, Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night; Saturday, Finals.
- Livestock Judging Contest, noon Friday, the Arena.
- Junior Livestock Buyers’ Breakfast, 7 a.m. Saturday, outside the indoor Arena.
- 4-H/FFA Junior Livestock Sale, 8 a.m. Saturday, indoor Arena.
Daily gate admission $5. Grandstand seating for rodeo $10; reserved seats $13 or $16; chute seats $20. Parking in lighted lot, $3 per car.
Women motorcyclists in town
The 33rd International Women On Wheels Ride-In, with more than 250 motorcycle riding women, is visiting Casper through Thursday.
During their time in Casper, Women On Wheels will visit the local Harley Davidson shop, participate in self-guided rides and attend the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo. They’ll also visit local Casper and Wyoming favorites, including David Street Station, Casper Mountain, Devils Tower National Monument and Natural Bridge.
The conference will be held at the Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center, where Women On Wheels registration will be available for all women riders and their associated support members. In addition, Women On Wheels is inviting local Casper and Wyoming women to join them for the event, with open registration available at the Ramkota.
More information about Women On Wheels can be found at WomenOnWheels.org.
Wings of Freedom Tour
Five of the most famous WWII bomber and fighter aircraft are visiting Casper through Friday. Walk-through tours are $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 years and younger. Thirty-minute B-17 or B24 flights are $450 per person. B-25 flights are are $400. Flight training in a P-51 is $2,400 for a half hour and $3,400 for a full hour. Flight training in P-40 is $2,200 for a half hour and $3,200 for a full hour. The Collings Foundation is an educational nonprofit. Proceeds go directly into the continuing operation of the historic aircraft.
Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday and 9:30 a.m. to noon on Friday.
Summer meals for kids
Natrona County School District will provide free summer lunches Monday through Friday for anyone 18 and younger at the following sites this summer:
- Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., to August 23, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club, 1701 E. K St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Paradise Valley, 22 Magnolia, to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Verda James, 701 Carriage Ln., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Midwest School, 256 Lewis St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- YMCA Cottonwood, 1230 W. 15th, to August 30, 11 a.m. to noon.
City splash pad, pools open
Marion Kreiner Splash Pad is open. With water cannons, dump buckets, overhead and ground sprayers, city staff anticipates the new splash pad to be an exciting addition to the community. Marion Kreiner Splash Pad normal operating hours are daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Marion Kreiner Swimming Pool hours are Monday through Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Mike Sedar Aqua Park’s hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.
Washington Pool’s hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 1 p.m. for adult lap swimming and individual water exercise followed by 1 to 6 p.m. for open swimming. Open swim is on Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m. and the pool is closed on Sunday.
Paradise Valley Pool’s normal operating hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday 1 to 6 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. for open swim. Paradise Valley will have two lap swim lanes available all day for lap swimming and individual water exercise.
Tech Petting Zoo
The Natrona County Library will host a Tech Petting Zoo for teens entering grades 7-12 at 4 p.m. in the Crawford Room. Teens can try out some gadgets they might be curious about but haven’t owned or tried out. Call 577-7323 for more information.
Christmas in July for women’s center
In an effort to raise money for a new Women’s Transitional Living Program, WY Step Up, The Salvation Army will place its signature Red Kettles throughout the Casper community through Saturday. Funds will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $75,000 for the new program.
Additionally, community members are invited to join The Salvation Army in celebration on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. at The Salvation Army Center of Hope, 441 S Center St. Enjoy food, learn more about WY Step Up and see what The Salvation Army is doing in the community. The event is hosted by Probation and Parole, Joshua’s Storehouse, The Salvation Army and other community partners.
WY Step Up is focused on helping women transition out of prison and into the community. The program will help break the cycle of women who so often return to the lifestyle that resulted in them going to prison. The goal is to work with the Casper community to help the women become self-sufficient and productive members of the community.
Red Kettles will be placed at Walmarts, Sam’s Clubs and select Albertson’s in Casper daily until Saturday from noon to 6 p.m.
On Friday, the Casper office of the Department of Probation and Parole and the Wyoming Department of Corrections Reentry Program will compete for donations at both Casper Walmarts. Donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $75,000 for WY Step Up.
For more information about The Salvation Army, please visit casper.salvationarmy.org
Racca’s helps CAP
Do you hunger to help a nonprofit and for some yummy Italian food? Come help out Community Action Partnership of Natrona County from 5 to 9 p.m. Racca’s Pizzeria Napoletana, 430 S. Ash St., will donate 20 percent of qualifying purchases to the agency that aids the homeless, those needing housing free or low-cost health care and those who can use help in securing employment and budgeting. For more information call CAPNC at 232-0124.
Corvette group meets
Central Wyoming Corvettes monthly meeting is at the Holiday Inn, 721 Granited Peak Dr. There is no cost, unless you purchase dinner at 6 p.m. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. If you would like to learn more, contact the group on Facebook or the website, www.centralwyomingcorvettes.net. You can also email cwccorvettes@gmail.com. This month’s charity drive is Mimi’s House.
Drumming circle
The Unitarian Universalist Community of Casper, 1040 W. 15th St., is a doctrine-free spiritual community joining together to make a difference for the good, and welcoming all who come with open hearts and open minds. At 7 p.m. Brenda Evans will lead a Meditation Drumming Circle. No experience is necessary, and world instruments are available to share during this free and free-flowing drumming circle.
No muni band concert
There is no muni band concert on Thursday as members want the community to enjoy and support the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo. Concerts resume Thursday, July 18, at the Washington Park band shell at 7:30 p.m.
Summer Escape Room at Stage III
Follow Alice down the rabbit hole and match wits with puzzles left by the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, Tweedledum and Tweedledee and others in “Escape from Wonderland.” This new family-friendly Escape Room at Stage III Community Theatre is open through August 11. Teams of up to 6 players have one hour to solve their way to freedom, with a prize offered for the fastest time. Reserve your session online at stageiiitheatre.org. Proceeds from “Escape from Wonderland” support the local arts community at Stage III.
Museum passports now available
Families may now pick up their 2019 Passports to Adventure and start hunting for answers and a chance to win some great prizes. Get your passports at any of the eight Casper museums participating in this year’s hunt and enjoy a summer of fun learning history while enjoying educational sites all over the community.
The passport has undergone some changes for 2019, but the museums are glad to be able to offer this fun, relationship-building activity for a 19th straight year. Along with longtime sponsor Pepsi, the new sponsor of the Passport is the local Wardell, Inc. and Writer’s Workshop. One of their characters is the new “face” of the passport, Wavey Davey.
Look for Davey’s friendly face as you hunt for clues to answer questions at each museum. To be eligible for one of the great prizes, you must turn in your stamped passport after visiting six or more of the participating museums: The Bishop Home, Casper Planetarium, Crimson Dawn, Fort Caspar Museum, Nicolaysen Art Museum, National Historic Trails Center, The Science Zone and the Wyoming Veterans Museum. Prizes include shopping sprees, memberships, private tours and lots of “swag.” Many of the museums have free admission, and those that charge a fee often have free admission days (call the museums to find out their free days).
For more details and for passport contest rules, please ask the staff at one of the participating museums or go online to casperadventurepassport.com.
Summer meals for kids
Natrona County School District will provide free summer lunches Monday through Friday for anyone 18 and younger at the following sites this summer:
- Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., to August 23, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club, 1701 E. K St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Paradise Valley, 22 Magnolia, to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Verda James, 701 Carriage Ln., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Midwest School, 256 Lewis St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- YMCA Cottonwood, 1230 W. 15th, to August 30, 11 a.m. to noon.
Monthly DIY challenge
Participate in the Natrona County Library’s free DIY Challenge for fun monthly craft projects. Stop by the Creation Station anytime during regular library hours to complete this month’s DIY challenge: fabric luggage tags. All supplies provided at no cost. The Library’s Creation Station is a flexible, community, collaborative maker space for individuals and small groups of all ages who can use STEAM-related supplies and equipment to bring their inventions and creations to life. Call 577-7323 for more information.
New shows for July
Art 321 has two unique shows for the month of July. The first show is the one and only Barry Sanderson with his unique storytelling through his paintbrush to canvas. The second show is the POWR of Multiples group from the Lander area. This group of talented artists is a perfect addition in celebration of all things clay for the month of July.
Support Reeb mural project
In collaboration with The Table, the James Reeb family, and other Casper community groups and individuals, the Unitarian Universalist Community of Casper is raising funds through the crowdfunding site faithify.org for a James Reeb Memorial Mural in downtown Casper. UU minister and civil rights activist Rev. Reeb was killed in Selma Alabama in 1965 while protesting for voting rights. His story can be heard on the new serial NPR podcast “White Lies.” This unique public art project promotes Reverend Reeb’s legacy of service and social justice activism, a life-long journey that began right here in Casper. To find out more and to support this important project, visit faithify.org/projects/reverend-reeb-memorial-mural/. The fundraiser runs through July 27.
Muni ladies golf pairings
July 11, Park and Links. Play of the day is two holes back to par. Start at 8 a.m. For changes or additions, please call pro shop at 233-6620.
Park #1 Benardis, Webb, Santoni; Links #9A Dona, Shogren, Clark; Links #9B Wheatley, Warren, Farmer; Links #8A Ellis, Chadwick, Boyle; Links #8B Bain, Meyer, Heberlein; Links #7A McCarrel, Neuberger, Balas; Links #7B Haydel, Pfiefer, TBA; Links #6A Smith, Stolte, TBA.
Tech Petting Zoo
The Natrona County Library will host a Tech Petting Zoo for teens entering grades 7-12 at 4 p.m., on Thursday, July 11, in the Crawford Room. Teens can try out some gadgets they might be curious about, but haven’t owned or tried out. Call 577-7323 for more information.
Corvette group meets Thursday
Central Wyoming Corvettes monthly meeting is Thursday at the Holiday Inn, 721 Granited Peak Dr. There is no cost, unless you purchase dinner at 6 p.m. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. If you would like to learn more, contact the group on Facebook or the website, www.centralwyomingcorvettes.net. You can also email cwccorvettes@gmail.com. This month’s charity drive is Mimi’s House.
Adult Coloring Club Friday
Stop by the Natrona County Library’s Crawford Room anytime between 2 and 5 p.m. on Friday, July 12, for Adult Coloring Club. Coloring books and pages will be available for you to turn into works of art. Colored pencils, pens, crayons, and markers will also be provided. Just bring yourself and your friends, and enjoy the afternoon. Call 577-7323 for more information.
StoryTime with therapy dogs
Dogs and handlers will attend StoryTime on the second Saturday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the Natrona County Library. Children can sit with therapy dogs during StoryTime and spend time reading with them before and after the program. All dogs are certified and licensed through Therapy Dogs of Casper. Call 577-7323 for more information.
Wednesday support meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous: 6:30 a.m., 917 N. Beech; 8:30 a.m., 500 S. Wolcott; 10 a.m., 328 E. A; noon, 500 S. Wolcott; 2 p.m., 917 N. Beech; 5:30 p.m., 1124 Elma, Imitate the Image Church; 5:30 p.m., 328 E. A; 7 p.m., 500 S. Wolcott, closed; 7 p.m., 520 CY; 8 p.m., 328-1/2 E. A; 8 p.m., 328 E. A; 8 p.m., 917 N. Beech. Douglas: 7:30 p.m., 628 E. Richards (upstairs in back). Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open. Casper info: 266-9578; Douglas info: (307) 351-1688.
Al Anon: 7 p.m., 302 E. 2nd St., First Methodist Church.
Narcotics Anonymous: Noon, 500 S. Wolcott, 12-24 Club; 7 p.m., 15th and Melrose, at the church. Web site: http://www.urmrna.org.
TOPS #162, weight loss support, 8:30 a.m., 1868 S. Poplar.
Central Wyoming Fair, Rodeo
- Crabtree Carnival: Wednesday and Thursday, 4 to midnight, $36 armbands; Friday and Saturday, noon to midnight, $36 armbands.
- Exhibit halls open 4 to 11 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday; noon to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday.
- PRCA Rodeo 7:30 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. Wednesday, Wrangler Patriot Night; Thursday, Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night; Saturday, Finals.
- Livestock Judging Contest, noon, Friday, the Arena.
- Junior Livestock Buyers’ Breakfast, 7 a.m., Saturday, outside the indoor Arena.
- 4-H/FFA Junior Livestock Sale, 8 a.m., Saturday, indoor Arena.
Daily gate admission, $5. Grandstand seating for rodeo, $10; reserved seats $13 or $16; chute seats, $20. Parking in lighted lot, $3 per car.
Women motorcyclists in town
The 33rd International Women On Wheels Ride-In, with more than 250 motorcycle riding women, is visiting Casper through Thursday.
“We are thrilled to have Women On Wheels visit Casper,” said Brook Kaufman, CEO of Visit Casper. “As we’re celebrating the 150th anniversary of women’s suffrage in Wyoming this year, it’s fitting that we’ll welcome a group that extols the virtues of strong women.”
During their time in Casper, Women On Wheels will visit the local Harley Davidson shop, participate in self-guided rides and attend the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo. They’ll also visit local Casper and Wyoming favorites, including David Street Station, Casper Mountain, Devils Tower National Monument and Natural Bridge.
The conference will be held at the Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center, where Women On Wheels registration will be available for all women riders and their associated support members.
In addition, Women On Wheels is inviting local Casper and Wyoming women to join them for the event, with open registration available at the Ramkota.
More information about Women On Wheels can be found at WomenOnWheels.org.
Weaving workshop
Art 321 is offering a fun weaving workshop from 10 a.m. to noon. You will learn how to make a miniature circular weaving from the wonderful Beth Ann Pillen. This class is for any skill level and only costs $10 for members and $12 for nonmembers. Call or stop in today to sign up for this class.
Wings of Freedom Tour
Five of the most famous WWII bomber and fighter aircraft are visiting Casper Wednesday through Friday. Walk-through tours are $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 years and younger. Thirty-minute B-17 or B24 flights are $450 per person. B-25 flights are $400.
Flight training in a P-51 is $2,400 for a half hour and $3,400 for a full hour.
Flight training in P-40 is $2,200 for a half hour and $3,200 for a full hour.
The Collings Foundation is an educational nonprofit. Proceeds go directly into the continuing operation of the historic aircraft.
Hours are 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday and 9:30 a.m. to noon on Friday.
Summer meals for kids
Natrona County School District will provide free summer lunches Monday through Friday for anyone 18 and younger at the following sites this summer:
- Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., to August 23, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club, 1701 E. K St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Paradise Valley, 22 Magnolia, to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Verda James, 701 Carriage Ln., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Midwest School, 256 Lewis St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- YMCA Cottonwood, 1230 W. 15th, to August 30, 11 a.m. to noon.
City splash pad, pools open
Marion Kreiner Splash Pad is open. With water cannons, dump buckets, overhead and ground sprayers, city staff anticipates the new splash pad to be an exciting addition to our community. Marion Kreiner Splash Pad normal operating hours are daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Marion Kreiner Swimming Pool hours are Monday through Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Mike Sedar Aqua Park’s hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.
Washington Pool’s hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 1 p.m. for adult lap swimming and individual water exercise followed by 1 to 6 p.m. for open swimming. Open swim is on Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m. and the pool is closed on Sunday.
Paradise Valley Pool’s normal operating hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday 1 to 6 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. for open swim. Paradise Valley will have two lap swim lanes available all day for lap swimming and individual water exercise.
Peanuts & NASA
Casper Planetarium supervisor Michele Wistisen will discuss the connection between the Apollo program and Peanuts at 2 p.m., at the Natrona County Library.
Come learn about NASA’s proud association with Charles M. Schulz and his American icon Snoopy. Hosted by the Natrona County Library. Call 577-7323 for more information.
Marine Corps League
Marine Corps League will meet at 7 p.m. in the library of the Casper Elks Lodge. Questions: Gary 237-7864.
Casper Events
Natrona County Public Library, summer hours now in effect, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Fourth of July and Labor Day.
Rock the Block, every Thursday through August 29, 6 to 10 p.m., Yellowstone Garage. Enjoy live music, food and drink vendors in a relaxed, outdoor atmosphere. Free.
Windy City Wednesdays, July 10 through August 28 on alternating Wednesdays, 4 to 8 p.m., Gruner Brothers Brewing. Enjoy food, live music and a relaxed summer vibe.
Food for Thought Summer Markets, to September 10 every Tuesday, 5 to 8 p.m., David Street Station.
Casper Art Walk, first Thursday of each month through September, 5 to 8 p.m. Fun, free, and family friendly event.
Cinema at the Station, David Street Station, 7 p.m. Enjoy a night at the movies outside at David Street Station. Come early with camp chairs and blankets to claim your spot before the show begins. July 19, Trolls; August 2, The Secret Life of Pets; August 30, Hotel Transylvania.
Central Wyoming Fair & PRCA Rodeo, to July 13, 2019.
Carnival: Crabtree Amusement Carnival daily.
Voice of Casper: Live Finale at the Rodeo Arena 7 p.m., July 13.
PRCA rodeo: nightly to July 13, tickets online at www.centralwyomingfair.com.
Casper Music
Casper Municipal Band Concerts, 7:30 p.m., July 18, 25, August 1, 8. Intermission entertainment: July 18, Alicia Roberts, vocalist; July 25, big band; August 1, Oil City Slickers Barbershop Choir; August 8, Chad Lore.
Hilltop Bank Concert Series, David Street Station, 6 p.m. Embrace warm summer nights as live music rings throughout downtown Casper. A variety of regional and national musicians will perform different genres of music, keeping you dancing even after the sunset. July 12, Zack Schommer and Jalan Crossland; August 8, Zack Schommer and Few Miles South; August 16, Zack Schommer and Canyon Kids; August 23, Whiskey’s Alibi and Chancey Williams and the Younger Brothers Band.
Casper Art
Weaving workshop 10 a.m. to noon July 10, Art 321. Learn how to make a miniature circular weaving from Beth Ann Pillen. This class is for any skill level costs $10 for members and $12 for nonmembers.
Art 321’s Eclectic Group open to anyone, meets most Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost for each session is $5 and there is a different program or project planned each week. Extra supplies are usually available, so just bring what you already have from the list for each class.
Informal weaving group, 10 a.m. to noon Wednesdays, Art 321. Use tabletop looms provided or purchase one for $20. Cost is $5 per week. Expert weavers on hand to help.
Informal Artists Mingle session each Thursday afternoon, 1 to 3 p.m., Art 321. Artists are invited to meet one another, network and find new friends. Bring something you are working on to show others and request valuable feedback if you desire.
Art 321 hosts open ceramics studio every Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. to noon. Cost $10 per session, instructor present to assist you. Clay available for purchase or bring your own. All other supplies are provided.
Casper Theater
Casper Theater Company 2019-2020 season: Crimes of the Heart, October 11-13, 18-20; Santa Clues, December 6-8; Dial M for Murder, February 7-9, 14-16; Norman, Is That You? April 17-19, 24-26; Hangin’ with Ralph and Gladys, June 5-7. Season tickets are available at the Senior Center, at the door for the first show, and online at caspertheatercompany.net. Season tickets are $65. For more information, please call 267-7243.
Museum passports now available
Families may now pick up their 2019 Passports to Adventure and start hunting for answers and a chance to win some great prizes. Get your passports at any of the eight Casper museums participating in this year’s hunt and enjoy a summer of fun learning history while enjoying educational sites all over our community.
The passport has undergone some changes for 2019, but we are glad to be able to offer this fun, relationship-building activity for a 19th straight year. Along with longtime sponsor Pepsi, the new sponsor of the Passport is the local Wardell, Inc. and Writer’s Workshop. One of their characters is the new “face” of the passport, Wavey Davey.
Look for Davey’s friendly face as you hunt for clues to answer questions at each museum. To be eligible for one of the great prizes, you must turn in your stamped passport after visiting six or more of the participating museums: The Bishop Home, Casper Planetarium, Crimson Dawn, Fort Caspar Museum, Nicolaysen Art Museum, National Historic Trails Center, The Science Zone, and the Wyoming Veterans Museum. Prizes include shopping sprees, memberships, private tours, and lots of “swag.” Many of the museums have free admission, and those that charge a fee often have free admission days (call the museums to find out their free days).
For more details and for passport contest rules, please ask the staff at one of the participating museums, or go online to casperadventurepassport.com.
Summer meals for kids
Natrona County School District will provide free summer lunches Monday through Friday for anyone 18 and younger at the following sites this summer:
- Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., to August 23, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club, 1701 E. K St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Paradise Valley, 22 Magnolia, to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Boys & Girls Club Verda James, 701 Carriage Ln., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Midwest School, 256 Lewis St., to August 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- YMCA Cottonwood, 1230 W. 15th, to August 30, 11 a.m. to noon.
Monthly DIY challenge
Participate in the Natrona County Library’s free DIY Challenge for fun monthly craft projects. Stop by the Creation Station anytime during regular library hours to complete this month’s DIY challenge: fabric luggage tags. All supplies provided at no cost. The Library’s Creation Station is a flexible, community, collaborative maker space for individuals and small groups of all ages who can use STEAM-related supplies and equipment to bring their inventions and creations to life. Call 577-7323 for more information.
Summer camps and tutoring
Excel Academy Private School is hosting summer camps, summer tutoring and summer enrichment. Campers ages 4 to 13 years can choose from Spanish camps, Geocaching, Dinosaurs, Volcanoes, Our Great State of Wyoming, Prince and Princesses. Tutoring and enrichment are offered for students ages 3 to 18. Please call 259-4599 to inquire or visit the website at www.excelacademywy.com.
New shows for July
Art 321 has two unique shows for the month of July. The first show is the one and only Barry Sanderson with his unique storytelling through his paintbrush to canvas. The second show is the POWR of Multiples group from the Lander area! This group of talented artists is a perfect addition in celebration of all things clay for the month of July.
Caspar Collins Day July 27
Fort Caspar Museum and its support group, the Fort Caspar Museum Association, hosts “Caspar Collins Day at the Fort,” a free event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Saturday, July 27.
There will be new activities for people to enjoy this year as well as some favorite traditions. Interact with 19th-century characters including frontier army soldiers and mountain men. There will be a Buffalo Hunter demonstration, ranching activities, and a shootout with the Bessemer Vigilance Committee. Pose for pictures sitting on a real Texas Longhorn, pull a Mormon handcart, and much more. Try toys and games popular 150 years ago, and stroll through our vendor mart and purchase a variety of items for sale or grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks.
There will be a lecture in the museum by historian John Hart who has just published a book of his great-grandfather’s exciting life stories called “Bluecoat and Pioneer: The Recollections of John Benton Hart.” Benton Hart was stationed at Platte Bridge Station and provides a first-hand account of the Battle of Platte Bridge in which Caspar Collins died.
Wings of Freedom Tour
Five of the most famous WWII bomber and fighter aircraft are visiting Casper July 10 to 12. Walk-through tours are $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 years and younger. Thirty-minute B-17 or B24 flights are $450 per person. B-25 flights are are $400. Flight training in a P-51 is $2,400 for a half hour and $3,400 for a full hour. Flight training in P-40 is $2,200 for a half hour and $3,200 for a full hour. The Collings Foundation is an educational nonprofit. Proceeds go directly into the continuing operation of the historic aircraft.
Hours are 2 p.m., to 5 p.m., on July 10; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., on July 11 and 9:30 a.m., to noon on July 12.
Cars and Coffee every Saturday
Cars and Coffee returns to Casper’s Eastside City Brew from 8 to 10 a.m., on Saturday, continuing throughout the summer. There’ll be plenty of parking, good brew, and gearhead conversation. Come early for the best parking spot.
UU sets schedule
The Unitarian Universalist Community of Casper is a doctrine-free spiritual community joining together to make a difference for the good, and welcoming all who come with open hearts and open minds. Located at 1040 West 15th Street, Sunday services are at 10 a.m., with youth programming and child care available.
On July 14, The Bolo Brothers, with band members Jim Bailey and Antonio Caravaggio, will present a special music program inspired from the heart and offered with love and compassion, featuring original material, past favorites, and selected poetry and readings.
The UU Casper weekly meditation, led by Buddhist Stuart Mackenzie, is held each Tuesday at 6:30 pm.
The 4th Annual UU Casper Yard Sale is scheduled for July 13. If you have treasures to donate, email info@uucasper.org, or message us on Facebook.
For more events and information, go to uucasper.org or visit UU Casper on Facebook.
Summer markets at DSS
Summer markets are held every Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m., at David Street Station. Browse through local growers and vendors, drinks for all ages, music, kids activities like the splash pad and face painting, and so much more. Markets continue every Tuesday through mid-September.
Muni band concerts Thursday
The Casper Municipal Band starts its summer season of concerts at Washington Park each Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Concerts last about an hour, with intermission entertainment differing each week. Take chairs or a blanket, sun screen, bug spray — and maybe an umbrella. Enjoy of the truly great Casper summer traditions. (No concert July 11); July 18, Alicia Roberts, vocalist; July 25, big band; August 1, Oil City Slickers Barbershop Choir; August 8, Chad Lore.
Summer astronomy camps for kids
Can you believe it’s been 50 years since humans first set foot on the moon? Help your kids reach for the final frontier at the Casper Planetarium’s Summer Astronomy Camps. They’ll find the fun in stargazing, rocket launching, planet exploring and more, with one-week day camps designed by science educators and taught by an enthusiastic staff.
This summer’s lineup includes: July 22 to 26, 1 to 2 p.m.: “Sunbeams” for 4 year olds, $30; July 29 to Aug. 2, 1 to 2 p.m., “Moonbeans” for 5 year olds, $30; August 5 to 9, 1 to 2 p.m.: “Solar System Explorers” for 6 year olds, $30.
Group sizes are small so every child gets personal attention. Sign your kids up today. You can download a printable registration form at casperplanetarium.com (under “What’s New”) or stop by the Planetarium at 904 North Poplar. (Cash and checks welcome, no cards please.)
Miniature deadline July 25
Art 321 invites all artists to submit work for the 25th annual Miniature Show in August. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, July 25. More information can be found at art321.org.
Fort a Blue Star museum
Once again, Fort Caspar Museum is a Blue Star Museum this summer. We join over 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to active military personnel and their families in collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, and the Department of Defense. The program runs through Labor Day, September 2, 2019.
The free admission program is available for those currently serving in the United States Military-Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard as well as members of the Reserves, National Guard, U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and up to five family members. Qualified members must show a military uniformed services ID card for entrance into a participating Blue Star Museum.
Fort Caspar Museum’s hours during the summer months are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission prices are $4 for adults; $3 for youth (ages 13-18 years) and seniors (ages 62 and over); and free for children (12 years and younger) and for FCMA members. Fort Caspar is located at 4001 Fort Caspar Road, and the phone number is 235-8462.
Six Casper students named Memory Masters
Six students from the Classical Conversations home-school community recently capped months of study by correctly reciting over 400 facts from a multitude of subjects as part of the national Classical Conversations Memory Master program.
The students, ranging in age from 7 to 16 years old, earned the Memory Master award on April 17. They are Caden Bright,16; Jase Bright, 10; Chloe Cloud, 7; Emma Hager, 11; Savannah Hubert, 11, and Joshua Rayes, 11 . Each child spent about four hours testing their recall and recitation skills on facts from seven subjects.
The subjects included: history, 24 events and stating all 44 US presidents; geography, identifying on a map 120 locations and geographic features in Africa, Europe, and the Old World; science facts, including the classification of living things and each continent’s highest mountains; Latin, noun endings and their singular and plural declensions; English grammar facts, including 53 prepositions, 23 helping verbs, and 12 linking verbs and math, reciting multiplication tables up to the 15’s, common squares and cubes, rudimentary geometry formulas, and unit conversions.
Memory Master is a program that is available to all Classical Conversations participants nationwide. Classical Conversations is an educational community providing academic programs, events, and services to both students and home educators. Classical Conversations utilizes the Classical education model, which is based on a three-part approach to learning, known as the trivium.
Lakota ledger exhibit at fort
An exhibit from the Wyoming State Museum is now on view at Fort Caspar Museum. Titled “Lakota Sioux Indian Ledger Drawings,” this colorful display will remain on view through June 24, 2019. Visitors will see reproductions of drawings from a ledger book confiscated after a battle between the U.S. Army and Lakota Sioux warriors at Wounded Knee Creek, South Dakota, in 1891.
The artist was a Lakota warrior named Red Hawk, and his drawings depict a variety of subjects. Most show scenes of warfare, both with other Indian tribes and with soldiers. Others humorously illustrate mounted warriors using umbrellas to shade themselves from the heat of the sun. It is believed that warrior artists often carried their art-filled ledgers into battles, perhaps feeling they held spiritual power.
Lined ledger books were used for recording financial accounts and inventories by hand, but they were also a readily-available and inexpensive source of blank paper in the mid-19th century.
Fort Caspar Museum’s hours during the summer months are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission prices are $4 for adults; $3 for youth (ages 13-18 years) and seniors (ages 62 and over); and free for children (12 years and younger) and for FCMA members. For more information, call the museum, 235-8462).
Summer camps at 307
Registration is now open for the Summer Junior Camps at 307 Dance Academy. These camps are open to all girls and boys ages 3 to 10. Each Camp will include learning specific skills, terminology, a daily snack and a daily craft. These fun filled camps end with an informal “recital” to showcase what the campers learned during the week.
July 15-19, “Beauty & the Beast,” Ballet & Creative Movement; July 22-26, 2019 “Tricks & Cheers,” Cheer & Tumbling; August 12-16, “Hawaiian Roller Coaster,” Hip Hop & Tap.
All camps will take place at the 307 Dance Academy Studio, 225 N. Wolcott, 315-6297. (Payment is due at registration. Space is limited and registering early is recommended).
Wyoming State Parks passes
Explore Wyoming for free by checking out a Wyoming State Parks pass at the Natrona County Library. The Check-Out State Parks Library Program is an initiative providing youth and families the opportunity to visit and experience Wyoming’s state parks, historic sites and trails for free. Wyoming State Parks backpacks and park passes are checked out together, for up to two weeks. Park passes provide day-use entry into any state park or historic site, and backpacks include educational materials to inspire learning and adventure. Call 577-7323 for more information.
Summer camp open at BGCCW
Kids have a summer of possibilities at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming. Summer camps are scheduled at three locations in Casper and one in Glenrock. Casper camp runs to August 23, while Glenrock runs to August 16, 2019.
The daily camp will be jam packed with academic enrichment, field trips, games, creative arts, financial literacy, McDonald’s reading program, physical activity and so much more. Club sites are open 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Paradise Valley Elementary, Verda James Elementary, the Main Club, the Teen Center at the Main Club and the Glenrock Intermediate School.
Camp is open to kids who are at least 5 years old and have already completed kindergarten, up to age 18. Cost to attend the Casper camp is $75/week, $15/day, or $770 if paid in full before June 15. Glenrock’s fee is $50/week or $10/day. Lunch and healthy snacks are provided at all sites. There is no cost for teens, ages 13-18. Annual membership fees apply to all camp participants. BGCCW is a DFS provider.
For more information, call 234-2456 or visit the Main Club at 1701 East K Street in Casper. Look for registration information online at www.bgccw.org/summercamp.
Paws to Read: StoryTime with therapy dogs
Paws to Read with a furry friend this spring. Dogs and handlers will attend StoryTime on the second Saturday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the Natrona County Library. Children can sit with therapy dogs during StoryTime and spend time reading with them before and after the program. All dogs are certified and licensed through Therapy Dogs of Casper. Call 577-7323 for more information.
‘Wyoming Navy’ traveling exhibit shoves off
Fort Caspar Museum has organized a traveling exhibit that features many of the U.S. Navy ships named after the state of Wyoming — its people, cities and towns, counties and rivers — beginning with the earliest ship in 1900 up through ones that are in service today. “Wyoming Navy” will travel to 11 towns and cities throughout Wyoming for 18 months before returning to Fort Caspar Museum for its final showing in October 2020.
The free exhibit will travel to Torrington, then to Rawlins, Rock Springs, Pinedale, Dubois, Riverton, Cody, Sheridan, and finally, to Fort Caspar Museum. This exhibit is sponsored by the Fort Caspar Museum Association and the Casper Memorial VFW Post 9439 & Auxiliary. FCM is grateful to the VFW for transporting the “Wyoming Navy” exhibit to communities throughout the state.
The exhibit consists of 26 panels with photos and histories of 40 vessels, from simple tugboats to a nuclear-powered submarine capable of launching multiple nuclear missiles. Fort Caspar Museum staff and a Casper College Museum Studies intern researched each ship and have included details such as shipyards where vessels were constructed, dates they were commissioned and decommissioned, crew and armament sizes, and the various missions in which they were involved during both times of peace and war.
For more information on exhibit dates and locations, call Fort Caspar Museum at 235-8462, or visit the website at http://www.fortcasparwyoming.com.
Uprising at DSS August 10
The Uprising Music Festival has changed locations and is at David Street Station on August 10, providing a community day of worship featuring musician Matt Maher and nationally renowned speaker and author Chad Varga as special guests.
The festival is free for all to attend and open to all ages. Activities include a public prayer walk downtown, food trucks, vendor merchandise, local worship bands and a grand finale with Maher and Varga.
For more information, visit event website at uprisingwyoming.org or contact Josh Kalinowskiat 267-7004 or joshkalinowski@gmail.com.
StoryTime
The Natrona County Library’s StoryTime for children ages 3-5 is held each Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the Natrona County Library. In addition to being fun, free outings for children and families, StoryTime instills the joy of reading at a young age and helps prepare children for school. Call 577-READ for more information.
StoryTime: TinyTots
It’s never too early to introduce your baby or toddler to the wonderful world of books and reading. Together you will discover the joy of songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. The Natrona County Library’s StoryTime: TinyTots for babies and toddlers is held each Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the main library. In addition to being fun, free outings for children and families, TinyTots instills the joy of reading at a young age and helps prepare children for school. Call 577-READ for more information.
StoryTime therapy dogs
Paws to Read with a furry friend. Dogs and handlers will attend StoryTime on the second Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m. at the Natrona County Library. Children can sit with therapy dogs during StoryTime and spend time reading with them before and after the program. All dogs are certified and licensed through Go Team Therapy Dogs. Call 577-READ for more information.
Free dance lessons Wednesdays
Free dance lessons at The Eagles Lodge, 306 N. Durbin (use the side door) on Wednesdays. Teens and adults are welcome. Free Line Dance Classes are 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Learn line dance, country and pop with Machelle. Call 259-2501 for more information.
Art club for elementary
Explore, create, and invent with a variety of art materials and projects including drawing, painting, clay, printmaking, collage, and 3-D design at the Nicolaysen Art Museum. This is for ages 6 to 12, the second Saturday of every month from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Free for members and $10 for non-members.
Students will be introduced to basic art vocabulary and explore different art concepts related to the current museum’s exhibitions. Join the class at any time.
Dance on Mondays
The Casper Dance Club classes are held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday nights at the Senior Center ballroom, 1831 E. Fourth. Only $3. Beginners and experienced dancers of all ages are welcome. Two-step, waltz, cha-cha, East and West coast, etc.
Birthday parties at Nic
Have an art-filled birthday party at the Nic. Visit the website to choose from a variety of age-appropriate art projects. To reserve a party date or for more information please call 235-5247 or email zgallegos@thenic.org.
‘We Will Rock You’ in September
With the recent Oscar-winning film, “Bohemian Rhapsody,” the music of Queen is more popular than ever. In 2002, many of those hits were compiled into a rock musical experience, “We Will Rock You,” which will be hitting the road once again for a North American tour. Spectra Venue Management is pleased to announce the show will include a stop at the Casper Events Center on Tuesday, September 24.
Ticket prices and on sale date are to be announced. Tickets will be available for purchase at www.SinclairTix.com, the SinclairTix Box Office at the Casper Events Center, by phone at 800-442-2256 or at any statewide SinclairTix outlet.
Produced by Annerin Theatricals in Alberta, Canada, “We Will Rock You,” will be offering a VIP package at each stop, which include cast member meet and greets, exclusive merchandise and much more. More information can be found on the musical’s official website (http://www.queenonline.com/wwry).
While We Will Rock You is a quirky, eccentric and heartfelt story of outsiders, it’s also a creative cautionary tale for the cyberage. It reflects the scale and spectacle that marked Queen’s live performances and earned the band its pinnacle position in rock history. The audience can expect We Will Rock You to rock as fiercely as the best of Queen’s concerts.
Following are the new additions in the Natrona County Detention Center at 6:17 a.m. July 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, 2019. Along with the inmates’ names are their age, the arresting agency and the charges for which they have been detained. Outcomes of cases are not included in this report. For the complete inmate roster dated July 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, 2019 visit trib. com.
Thursday additions:
- Joshua Trennell, CPD, warrant/hold for agency; Shane Patrick, CPD, bond revocation (times 2), county warrant/hold for agency; Grace Coleman, NCSO, fail to appear; Thomas Moss, USMA, contract hold/billing; Marcus Grayson, MLPD, hold for probation and parole, fail to comply; Alexis Wright, NCSO, serve jail time; Delray Quiver, NCSO, contract hold/billing; Jeri Michaelson, CPD, controlled substance possession; Curtis Oldman, NCSO, courtesy hold ot/agency; William Miller, CPD, district court bench warrant; Joshua McLean, CPD, hold for probation and parole; Jesus Marquez, CPD, public intoxication; Marvin Lantis, MLPD, seatbelt driver/passenger, interference with police officer, traffic ordinance; Brendan Sturman, CPD, fail to comply; Jazmine Burrit, NCSO, domestic battery; Timothy Talbott, NCSO, duty to notify owner, DWUI, 10-57 prop, attempt to elude; Bobbie Rowland, CPD, DWUI, no insurance; Gabriel Abeyta, CPD, fail to appear (times 2); Robin Collins, CPD, marijuana possession; Trevor Wroble, CPD, fail to appear, no insurance, suspended/revoked driver’s license
Friday’s additions:
- Nicole Knapp, CPD, fail to comply; Ginger Duclo, MLPD, fail to comply; Suzanne Thornton, MLPD, controlled substance possession; Joe Miller, CPD, public intoxication, interference, marijuana possession; Candie Spencer, EVPD, DWUI, vehicle registration, fail to comply; Andrea Henning, NCSO, possession meth with intent to deliver, controlled substance possession meth; Neil Presfield, CPD, pubic intoxication; Angelina Caballero, NCSO, fail to comply, fail to appear; Tanner Kelley, WYGF, attempt to elude, boating under the influence, reckless driving, boating rules & regulations; Barbara Armijo, NCSO, NCIC hit, county warrant/hold for agency; Carlos Salazar, CPD, criminal warrant, fail to appear; Ian Lembke, NCSO, violate protection order; Ryan Kloster, CPD, disturbance, interference
Saturday’s additions:
- Krystin Quickewyrick, NCSO, interference with police officer; Levi Zitterkopf, NCSO, domestic battery; Preston Mooney, MLPD, drugs/conspiracy (times 2), attempts/conspire (times 2); Katrina Elliott, NCSO, hold for CAC, hold for WWC; Allissa Spruell, NCSO, hold for probation and parole; Ivan Ramoz-Tzompa, INS, immigration hold; Glenda Gotcher, CPD, public intoxication; Cloyd Lemp, NCSO, serve jail time; Leslie Griffin, CPD, fail to comply; Sydney Peterson, NCSO, hold for 24/7; Jeremy Blume, EVPD, controlled substance possession meth; Joshua Stark, CPD, grand larceny over $500, interference with police officer; James Shiner, CPD, fail to appear, shoplifting, interference; Shelli Stark, CDP, grand larceny over $500, controlled substance possession meth; Brandt Loepp, CPD, district court bench warrant, county warrant/hold for agency; Mackenzie Now, CPD, NCIC hit, breach of peace, terroristic threats; Rigoberto Arias, CPD, DWUI; Destiny Milo, CPD, interference with police officer, DWUS, DWUI
Sunday’s additions:
- Ryan Koprowitz, CPD, domestic battery; Bruce Bricker, CPD, open container in vehicle, interference with police officer, DWUI; David Kohon, NCSO, hold for 24/7; Cory Kimbley, CDP, fail to comply; Alan Fancher, NCSO, bond revocation; Nikki Ramseier, NCSO, fail to appear, fail to comply; county warrant/hold for agency; Logan Sager, CPD, domestic battery; Brandie Roland, NCSO, all county park rule violation; Sarah Sjol, CPD, fail to comply; Ryan Shoemaker, EVPD, fail to appear (times 2); Aiyana Cover, CPD, controlled substance possession meth; Jose Mendoza Garcia, CPD, domestic battery
Monday’s additions:
- Austin Rock, CPD, fail to appear (times 2); Ned Smotherman, WHP, DWUI, interference with police officer; Jonna Swafford, MLPD, criminal warrant; Crystal Baughman, WHP, DWUI; Kenneth Willow, CPD, county warrant/hold for agency; Keynna Brassfield, CPD, no insurance, DWUI, speeding; Summer Warner, CPD, fail to comply; Lowell Hawkes, CPD, district court bench warrant; Bobby Davis, CPD, fail to comply; Damiona Faulkner, CPD, fail to comply; Jeremiah Carson, CPD, DWUI, controlled substance possession
Casper Police Department
Felony charges
- Spirit L. Carlson, controlled substance possession, controlled substance possession meth, child endangering with drugs; fail to comply
- Jeremiah B. Carson, controlled substance possession; DWUI
- Lowell E. Hawkes Jr., district court bench warrant
- Brandt M. Loepp, district court bench warrant; county warrant/hold for agency
- Mackenzie B. Now, NCIC hit, terroristic threats; breach of peace, controlled substance possession
- Joshua J. Stark, grand larceny over $500, controlled substance possession meth; interference with police officer
- Shelli M. Stark, grand larceny over $500; controlled substance possession meth
- Joshua J. McLean, hold for proabtion and parole
- Shane M. Patrick, bond revocation (times 2), county warrant/hold for agency
- Joshua P. Trennell, county warrant/hold for agency
DWUI misdemeanor charges
- Rigoberto Arias, DWUI
- Keynna L. Brassfield, DWUI; speeding, no insurance
- Bruce A. Bricker Sr., DWUI; open container in vehicle, interference with police officer
- Destubt K. Milo, DWUI; DWUS, interference with police officer
- Bobbie J. Rowland, DWUI; no insurance
Misdemeanor charges
- Male juvenile offender, simple assault, probation revocatino by police officer
- Aiyana L. Cover, controlled substance possession meth
- David M. Criss, no offense listed
- Bobby A. Davis, fail to comply
- Colton L. Drinkwalter, fail to appear
- Daniona Faulkner, fail to comply
- Glenda R. Gotcher, public intoxication
- Leslie M. Griffin, fail to comply
- Cory R. Kimbley, fail to comply
- Ryan M. Koporwitz, domestic battery
- Jose Mendoza Garcia, domestic battery
- Victoria C. Reyes, prostitution
- Austin B. Rock, fail to appear (times 2)
- Logan R. Sager, domestic battery
- James P. Shiner, shoplifting, interference, fail to appear
- Sarah L. Sjol, fail to comply
- Francisco M. Sosa, public intoxication
- Zachary A. Taylor, public intoxication
- Summer C. Warner, fail to comply
- Kenneth R. Willow, county warrant/hold for agency
- Male juvenile offender, fail to appear
- Gabriel A. Abeyta, fail to appear (times 2)
- Robin A. Collins, marijuan possession
- Charles J. Ebarb, public intoxication
- Charles B. French, suspended/revoked driver’s license
- Joseph W. Garcia, fail to appear
- Jay R. Gibson, fail to comply
- Brad Gourneau, fail to appear (times 2)
- Ryan C. Kloster, interference, disturbance
- Nicole M. Knapp, fail to comply
- Jesus A. Marquez, public intoxication
- Jeri T. Michaelson, controlled substance possession
- Joe R. Miller, public intoxication, interference, marijuana possession
- William J. Miller, district court bench warrant
- Erik I. Pieper, fail to appear
- Neil C. Presfield, public intoxication
- Carlos J. Salazar, criminal warrant, fail to appear; Manuel Sambrano Jr., sexual battery
- Hayden S. Schlotfeldt, suspended/revoked driver’s license, no insurance
- Brendan K. Sturman, fail to comply
- Jeremy R. Wimmer, suspended/revoked driver’s license, no insurance
- Trevor A. Wroble, fail to appear, suspended/revoked driver’s license, no insurance
Mills Police Department
Felony charges
- Marcus D. Grayson, hold for probation and parole; fail to comply
- Suzanne Y. Thornton, controlled substance possession meth
- Preston L. Mooney, attempts/conspire (times 2); hold for probation and parole
DWUI misdemeanor charges
- Shelby L. Bittleston, DWUI
Misdemeanor charges
- Tiffani M. Chambers, fail to comply
- Ginger M. Duclo, fail to comply
- Marvin C. Lantis, interference with police officer, seatbelt driver/passenger, traffic ordiance
- Douglas A. Reed, fail to comply
- Lara J. Reed, fail to comply
- Jonna M. Swafford, criminal warrant
Mailing list for Habitat apps
Habitat for Humanity will be taking applications for its home ownership program before you know it, so make sure to send in your contact information now. To get on the mailing list, call Kelly Cooper, program manager, at 234-1348 or send an e-mail to kelly@heartofwyoming.org. You can also visit the Habitat for Humanity office at 232 East 2nd Street, Suite 204 on the second floor. Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming, is an equal opportunity lender.
First Saturday Study July 6
The First Saturday study, July 6, at Bethel Baptist Church, 3030 S. Poplar, will be on “Who is the Holy Spirit?” Is the Holy Spirit a person or a force? What does it mean to be ‘baptized in/by the Spirit’? This is an interactive study and not a lecture. Join at 9 a.m. Coffee and refreshments are always provided. Phone the church office for more information at 234-8812.
Hypertufa class July 6
The Wyoming Plant Company, 358 S. Ash St., is offering a garden party for those gardeners who want to build a planting box out of cement, peat moss and vermiculite – called hypertufa, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 6. Every planter is a work of art. All supplies are included in the $35 class. To reserve your seat, stop by or call 262-2963.
Summer study on parables
Bethel Baptist Church, 3030 S. Poplar, is going to present a three-week summer study on the Parables of Jesus starting Monday, July 8 through Monday, July 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. This is the same study that was presented for OLLI at Casper College. Refreshments provided. Phone the church office for further information at 234-8812.
Flower unicorn workshop
Join this adorable fresh flower Unicorn Workshop at 2 p.m. on July 13 at Keefe’s Flowers, 1745 CY Ave. Learn some basic concepts of flower arranging and take home your beautiful handmade unicorn to show off and enjoy. Cost is $45. This is the perfect workshop for all ages! Space is limited.
Casper Boxing Club helps those with Parkinson’s
Rock Steady Boxing at the Casper Boxing Club, located at 910 Barbara Street, is helping those with Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative movement disorder which can cause deterioration of motor skills, balance, speech and sensory function. Rock Steady Boxing at The Casper Boxing Club gives those living with Parkinson’s disease hope by offering a non-contact, boxing-inspired fitness routine proving to dramatically improve their quality of life.
Rock Steady Boxing at The Casper Boxing Club offers Parkinson’s patients and their families the opportunity to come in and observe a class in progress. The group provides literature about the program and a chance to speak with certified coaches to educate and to promote awareness about Parkinson’s disease. They also provide a warm, caring environment to gain strength and confidence and boost productivity in their lives. Parkinson’s patients and their families are encouraged to join during the annual observance or anytime.
Rock Steady Boxing affiliates are independently owned and operated. To learn more about Rock Steady Boxing at The Casper Boxing Club, please contact Gloria Jensen at 259-3243. For additional resources and to learn more about the overall organization, please visit Rock Steady Boxing, Inc. at www.rocksteadyboxing.org/.
Enroll with Experience Works
Experience Works is a U.S. Department of Labor-funded program geared for people 55 and older who are unemployed, with limited annual incomes and limited job prospects. The program is free and available to those who qualify. Applicants are placed in nonprofit or government agencies to receive paid training while providing valuable community service hours to their training host. Contact Kelly Smith at ksmith@experienceworks.org or 307-209-1306.
Book details ski history
The Casper Mountain Ski History Project, a subcommittee of the Casper Mountain National Ski Patrol, would like to thank the many donors who have contributed to the project. The group is producing a book and DVD documentary from over 25 videoed interviews. The project will preserve the rich history of Casper Mountain’s ski history and document the stories of friendship, camaraderie and volunteerism that made this mountain a local and regional winter recreation destination.
The Natrona County School District Recreation Joint Powers Board gave the initial grant. Others who have given generously include the Wyoming Community Development Fund through the donor advised grant of Bart Rea, the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund, the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation, the Warren Weaver Family, Arlene Rosin, the Zimmerman Family Trust, the Hardesty Family, Barbara Scifers, the Leotta Family, the Wold Family Trust, Mike Huber, the Goodstein Foundation and Glenn and Pat Bochmann.
Anyone interested in contributing photos, other information or support may contact Sean Ellis at seanbarbseano@juno.com.
Shop the bargain basement
The United Church of Christ Bargain Basement offers a wide variety of holiday merchandise as well as glassware, kitchenware, household items, books, magazines, puzzles, toys, jewelry and clothing. Green tag clothing items are priced at 50 cents each. Located at the United Church of Christ on the corner of 15th Street and South Melrose, the Bargain Basement is open Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds from the Bargain Basement are donated to help support a number of nonprofit organizations.
Food pantries in Casper
Here is a list of food pantries in Casper, as compiled this fall by Mary Ann Budenske.
Casper Community Church, 249 N. Wolcott, Saturday, 9 to 11 a.m. 267-7430.
College Heights Community Center, 1927 S. Walnut, Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 224-4104.
Faith Assembly of God, 4301 Casper Mountain Road, Tuesday, noon to 6. 265-9121.
First Church of the Nazarene, 2020 S. Jefferson, Thursday, 1 to 4 p.m. 258-9646.
Holy Cross Center Inc., 1030 N. Lincoln, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. 577-1041.
Mountain View Baptist, 4250 Poison Spider Road, Wednesday, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Joshua’s Storehouse, 334 S. Wolcott St., Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. 265-0242.
Restoration Fellowship, 411 S. Walsh Dr., fourth Tuesday of month, 4 to 6:30 p.m. 235-9100.
Salvation Army, 441 S. Center St., Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon. 234-2002.
First Christian Church, King’s Corner, Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon.
For more information, contact Mary Ann Budenske, 307-215-4732; email mbudenske@aol.com.
CATC tokens, tickets available
Due to the support of many local organizations and individuals, CATC/The Bus has begun the subsidized fare program. Individuals wishing to receive the subsidized bus tokens and/or CATC tickets are welcome to come to the office at 1715 East 4th Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The funding for this program is made possible through the generosity of many local organizations. Including grants from Wells Fargo Bank, Rotary Club, Wyoming Community Foundation, Unitarian Community and private individuals. The funding is designated for individuals who are considered very low, low, to moderate income residing in Casper, Mills, Evansville, portions of Natrona County and Bar Nunn. The program provides 30 bus tokens and 15 CATC tickets at no charge to assist with a portion of their transportation needs.
The funding is anticipated to be available for the foreseeable future.
Call 265-1313 or 237-4287 or visit www.catcbus.com.
Nic offers art for veterans
Outside the Lines art program for veterans meets the second and fourth Monday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Nicolaysen Art Museum. It is free.
Veterans are invited to get inspired by art and to explore their own creative side in supportive and safe environment. The program will offer a wide variety of materials and projects including painting, drawing, ceramics, printmaking and other media. To register for class, contact Danielle at 261-5355 or Zhanna at 235-5247 or zgallegos@thenic.org.
Suicide survivor grief, depression support
J.R.’s Hunt for Life offers free Suicide Survivors Grief Support and Peer to Peer Depression Support at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Wednesday at the 12-24 Club, 500 South Wolcott, 2nd floor. Everyone is welcome.
Shop St. Vincent de Paul
St Vincent de Paul Thrift Store and its volunteers believes that love is at the root of everything. The store is a great place to visit and shop. It is located at 301 E. H Street, 237-2607. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Local charities benefit from 100 percent of the profits. Consider donating unwanted items including but not limited to clothes, household items, books and jewelry.
Parkinson’s exercise Tuesdays
Rocky Mountain Therapy is offering a Parkinson’s exercise program on Tuesdays. The group meets Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at Rocky Mountain Therapy, 2546 East 2nd Street, Building #500.
The exercise class is open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease and focuses on improving balance, endurance, safety and managing symptoms. It is open to all ages and the class can be tailored to meet varying exercise needs. The cost of the exercise class is $5. If you have any questions call 577-5204 and ask for Jerri or Amanda.
Suicide survivors support
A Suicide Survivors Support Group meets the first and third Thursday of every month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 1032 E. First St., sponsored by the Natrona County Suicide Prevention Task Force. This is a support group that is open to anyone who has been touched by suicide, attempted suicide or has lost someone to suicide. This group is open to all ages.
Acrylic, oil painting at Art 321
Art 321 is pleased to announce the formation of a new artists group specifically designated for anyone interested in acrylic and oil painting. This group, facilitated by Sheri McCoid, will be meeting each Saturday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. These informal group sessions are open to any artists and no advance registration is necessary. The cost is $5 per session. Please bring some recent work to show and a project to work on while you are here.
Floor loom at Art 321
Art 321 is happy to be collaborating with the Natrona County Public Library in an exciting new way. A beautiful Pendleton floor loom was recently donated to the library. The original plan was to set the loom up there and invite local weavers to provide demonstrations and create a woven public art project. Lacking space, however, the decision was made to bring the loom to Art 321 where the weaving demonstrations and art project can take place. Art 321 now invites weavers to come in, leave their contact information and help get this going.
Caregiver support new location
New location for Caregiver Support Group Meetings is at Rocky Mountain Therapy, 120 S. Forest. Meetings are open to anyone caring for someone with a debilitating condition. Meeting and talking with others who are going through the same experiences you are can benefit your well-being by providing an emotional outlet and new ideas to help with situations. To RSVP or with questions please call 577-5204 and ask for Jerri.
Mindfulness for vets
Mindful warrior class is a special education opportunity for veterans to learn and practice mindfulness based forms of meditation designed to decrease stress and enhance one’s quality of life. No cost to veterans. Classes are held the first and third Saturdays of each month at the First United Methodist Church on 2nd Street, downtown. Morning classes begin at 8:30 a.m. Contact: Theraexpressions at 258-7955 or David Allhusen, LCSW, at 259-0350.
Beware of legal websites
Beware of websites offering free (or even paid) legal forms. Poverty Resistance director Mary Ann Budenske warns people in need of legal assistance to be suspicious of web sites offering free legal assistance. Whenever people do a Google search for legal assistance and do it yourself forms, paid sites jump to the top of the search. Budenske has surveyed many of the online commercial sites selling legal forms. Paid commercial sites offer free forms (which is a scam because anything even remotely useful costs money). Paid commercial sites often offer Wyoming specific forms (which is also a scam as most of the forms that are available are not up-to-date Wyoming specific forms).
The Wyoming Supreme Court and other state entities have worked to make information more available to ordinary folks in need of legal assistance. Equal Justice Wyoming, a program sponsored by the Wyoming Supreme Court, does have free and up-to-date legal forms. The web site is http://www.legalhelpwy.org. The Equal Justice phone number is 307-777-8383. The toll free number for legal aid is 1-877-432-9955, available 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Open ceramics at Art 321
Art 321 hosts an open ceramics studio every Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. to noon. The cost is $10 per session and an instructor is present during studio hours to assist you. Clay is available for purchase or you are welcome to bring your own. All other supplies are provided. This is a great opportunity to learn (or relearn) basic and intermediate construction and wheel techniques and to produce fully finished pottery.
Buddhists meet
David Vaughn is a Buddhist living in Casper who proposes to establish a Casper Buddhist Fellowship. Vaughn invites all who are interested to contact him at davidvaughn991@yahoo.com.
Dementia caregiver support
Wyoming Dementia Care offers five Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support groups each month. Caregivers of those with dementia-related illnesses and the loved ones they care for are welcome at any of the group sessions. Professional staff from Intermountain Home Companions will be on hand to offer separate activities and snacks for those who need care. There is no charge for Wyoming Dementia Care’s support groups or for the respite care provided during the approximately one-hour sessions.
The morning support group sessions meet on the first and third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Central Wyoming Senior Services, 1831 E. Fourth St. The afternoon support groups meet at 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Mountain Plaza Assisted Living, 4154 Talon Dr. The evening groups meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Mountain Plaza Assisted Living, 4154 Talon Dr.
For information email wyodementia@casperseniorcenter.com or call Dani Guerttman at 232-3385.
Celebrate Recovery every Friday
Celebrate Recovery meets at 5:30 p.m. every Friday at Highland Park Community Church, just south of Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital on East Second Street. A family meal starts the evening, followed by praise and worship. At 7 p.m. there’s either a lesson from Celebrate Recovery’s planned curriculum or a testimony by a person who has found recovery through Christ. Then people go to gender-specific small groups until 8:30 p.m. when dessert and fellowship conclude the evening. Child care is available at no cost. For more information contact Chris at 265-4073.
Here and Now: Dementia-focused monthly art class
Classes are every third Tuesday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. There is no charge. Here and Now is a program made possible through a collaboration between Wyoming Dementia Care and the Nicolaysen Art Museum. It is designed to provide a supportive environment for people with dementia and Alzheimer’s and their loved ones.
To register contact Dani with Wyoming Dementia Care 265-4678 ext. 106 or at wyodementia@casperseniorcenter.com, or Zhanna Gallegos at 235-5247 or at zgallegos@thenic.org.
Weaving workshop July 10
Art 321 is offering a fun weaving workshop from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, July 10. You will learn how to make a miniature circular weaving from the wonderful Beth Ann Pillen. This class is for any skill level and only costs $10 for members and $12 for nonmembers. Call or stop in today to sign up for this class.
Safari at Senior Center
Come along on a safari with Lani McBee for a photo journey through Malawi. The photo story available for viewing at the Casper Senior Center through July tells the story of three organizations with whom McBee worked on her mission trip, specifically Nkhoma Hospital, the Peanut Butter and Jesus project and the Ministry of Hope in Lilongwe, the capital.
Fort seeks vendors for Caspar Collins Day
Fort Caspar Museum is looking for craft and food vendors for Caspar Collins Day 2019 which will be held on Saturday, July 27. If you would like to set up a booth or park a food truck near all the family fun at the fort, please join.
The cost for a space (10 by 10 feet) is $30 for vendors and food trucks and free for nonprofits. The vendor application deadline is July 24, 2019. Application forms may be downloaded from the website: www.fortcasparwyoming.com. You may also call the museum (235-8462), come by in person or send an email to aholman@casperwy.gov.
Caspar Collins Day will be held rain or shine on the grounds of Fort Caspar Museum from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2019. Admission is free, and all are welcome. Fort Caspar Museum is located at 4001 Fort Caspar Road.
Korean War USO show in August
Fort Caspar Museum Association and the Friends of the Wyoming Veterans Museum are collaborating to present a Casper Korean War USO Show on Saturday, August 17, at the Industrial Building on the Natrona County Fairgrounds starting at 6 p.m.
The event will include an excellent meal by Bullwhip Catering and performances by Lynn Roberts as “Bob Hope” as well as The Hot Tomatoes, a nationally-recognized dance band. Tickets for the entire evening of vintage entertainment are $75 per couple or $50 for individuals; tables of eight are $400. Get your tickets no later than August 12 at Fort Caspar Museum or the Wyoming Veterans Museum. All veterans are encouraged to wear their uniforms and other guests may dress in period clothing. Everyone should plan to kick up their heels for a great evening of fun.
Many Casper residents remember the last USO Show held in 2014 which featured entertainment from the World War II era. Douglas Cubbison, President of the Friends of the Wyoming Veterans Museum, reports, “People still remark about how much fun the last event was, and they always ask when the next will be held.”
The Korean “police action” lasted from 1950 to 1953 and is called the “Forgotten War” since it is overshadowed by WWII and Vietnam. During the war, 36,574 soldiers died, 103,284 were wounded and 7,704 are still missing in action: they must not be forgotten. You can honor their service at the Casper Korean War USO Show.
Fort Caspar Museum is located at 4001 Fort Caspar Road and is open daily 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; call them at 235-8462 or check their website: www.fortcasparwyoming.com. The Wyoming Veterans Museum is located at 3740 Jourgensen Avenue at the Natrona County International Airport; they are open Tuesdays thru Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and their phone number is 472-1857. Visit them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/WyoVetsMuseum.
Photography deadline Aug. 30
Art 321 & Wyoming Camera Outfitters invites you back for the 10th Annual Wyoming Photo Fest. The deadline for the 2019 Wyoming Photo Fest is Friday, August 30 at 9 a.m. Complete rules and submission information can be found at art321.org. This year, the categories are Landscape, Wildlife, Portrait and Open Creative Photography and the top 25 from each category will be printed, matted and displayed in the Art 321 gallery during September. Due to popular demand, photographers will have the option of selling their prints from the show this year. The opening receptions will be September 5 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Casper chosen to host international tourism event
Casper has been chosen to host the 2020 International Roundup (IRU) tourism trade show event April 19 to 22, 2020. The announcement was made Tuesday evening in Spearfish, South Dakota.
The event will bring in international travel planners and tour operators from seven overseas markets who specialize in selling all-inclusive travel itineraries through the five-state region of Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota.
“This is an incredible opportunity to introduce Casper and Natrona County to an international audience,” said Brook Kaufman, CEO of Visit Casper. “Casper sits at the epicenter of some of the most incredible history in the American West. Having IRU in Casper — and in Wyoming — gives a chance to grow international travel, while introducing attendees to experiences that make the Cowboy State and The Great American West a destination unlike any other.”
More than 100 regional suppliers and 40 international tour operators will attend the multi-day event that includes over 3,600 pre-scheduled appointments, helping to contribute to the estimated $123.7 million in visitor spend to the five-state region, including $59.3 million to Wyoming.
“The last time this event was in Casper was in 2008,” Mathias Jung, CEO, RMI said. “With all of the new amenities and attractions that have opened in the last decade, it’s time to showcase what Casper is today to the global travel industry.”
International tour operators who sell travel packages to the five-state region, branded overseas as “The Great American West,” are invited to attend the event to enhance their product base and knowledge of the area. Many of the operators who attend are small-to-medium-sized companies who specialize in tailor-made fly and drive itineraries for individual clients.
The 2020 event will be open to regional suppliers for early registration in October and attendees are encouraged to register early to confirm their spot at this exclusive event. To learn more about International Roundup visit InternationalRoundup.com.
Theater announces new season
Casper Theater Company announces its 2019-2020 season: Crimes of the Heart, October 11-13, 18-20; Santa Clues, December 6-8; Dial M for Murder, February 7-9, 14-16; Norman, Is That You? April 17-19, 24-26; Hangin’ with Ralph and Gladys, June 5-7.
Season tickets are available at the Senior Center, at the door for the first show and online at caspertheatercompany.net. Season tickets are $65. For more information please call 267-7243.
Be a volunteer foster grandparent
Do you want to mentor a child at their school? Looking for qualified caring seniors age 55+ years of age, on a fixed income to become a foster grandparents. Earning a tax-free stipend does not go against your Social Security/disability/housing benefits. For more information contact Vernita Lackey at scpfgp@wyoming.com or 235-5959.
Be a senior companion
Do you want to help people in need? Looking for qualified caring Seniors age 55+ years of age, on a fixed income to become a senior companion. Earning a tax-free stipend does not go against your Social Security/disability/housing benefits. Call for additional information. For more information contact Vernita Lackey at scpfgp@wyoming.com or 235-5959.
Art 321 asks for feedback
Art 321 invites members and the public to tell what is most about having Art 321 — the Casper Artists Guild present in the community. Please come by to give your thoughts. Staff is continually focusing on providing and improving the services and opportunities offered, so your input will help staff to stay effective and focused. Please come by and fill out the short form, either with or without your name attached.
Portraits at Art 321
If portraits are your thing, or if you would like to improve your portrait drawing or painting skills, please take part in Art 321’s Wednesday morning Portrait Group. Every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. there is a different model and no preregistration is necessary. The cost is only $10 per session and there are plenty of experienced portrait artists there who would be happy to provide suggestions or advice if you request it.
Play pinochle at Senior Center
Pinochle players are wanted. Come on down and join the Pinochle Club on Thursdays and Fridays from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at Central Wyoming Senior Services, 1831 East 4th Street.
Free senior fun
Free to people 60 or older, if you like to dance, come join Joyce’s Stompers for easy clogging (a form of tap dancing) specially designed for seniors on Monday mornings only at 10:50 a.m. on the dance floor in the dining room at 1831 East 4th Street. First call Joyce at 237-4908, so you will not be sent somewhere else. It is moderate, easy clogging giving great exercise for helping flexibility, coordination, increasing endurance and strength and helps exercise the brain by learning different dance routines. If you cannot stand, you can exercise your legs tapping the steps to the music sitting on a chair. You are most welcome. Come make new friends.
New plan for Saturday watercolor
The Art 321 Saturday morning watercolor group is charting a whole new course for 2019 and all water media artists are invited to participate in fun and creative watercolor projects. Each week, group leader Ellen Black will introduce an activity designed to stretch your imagination and engage you creatively within a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment. Another new feature for 2019 will be the opportunity to sign up for a 30-minute private session during the regular 10 a.m. to noon time frame. The cost for each Saturday watercolor session is only $5 to pay for the use of the gallery and support Art 321. Sessions are open to all without the need to register in advance. More information can be obtained by Art 321 or by calling 265-2655.
Workshop committee open
Nancy Geldien is stepping down as chairman of the Art 321 Workshop Committee after serving for two years. The 2019 schedule is almost set, making this a great time for another Casper Artists Guild member to volunteer to become the next chair of the committee. If you might be interested, please talk with Diane or Susie soon.
Wednesday weaving group
Art 321 has a Weaving Group which will meet each Wednesday morning from 10 a.m. to noon. There are small table looms available for in-house use or for sale for $20, tax included. If you have ever wanted to learn how to weave or to sharpen existing skills, please bring in some yarn and join the group. There is no need to sign up ahead of time, experienced weavers will be there to help you get started and the cost is $5 per attendee.
Informal artists’ mingle
Art 321 is now hosting an informal Artists Mingle session each Thursday afternoon from 1 to 3 p.m. Artists are invited to meet one another, network and find new friends. Please bring something you are working on to show others and request valuable feedback if you desire. Plan to share ideas and learn what has — and hasn’t — worked for others. No sign-up is necessary. Just come by and become part of a dynamic community of local artists.
Casper Police Department
Accident, personal injury
- Thursday: 10:36 p.m., E. F St. & N. Beverly St. Friday: E. 12th St. & Beverly St.
Accident, property damage: 6 Assault: 8 Burglary, auto: 7 Burglary, residential: 6 Disturbances: 24 Juvenile problems: 11 Suicidal subject: 7 Suicide attempt
- Wednesday: 6:32 p.m., Calypso
Suspicious: 20 Traffic stops: 200
Natrona County Sheriff’s Office
Accident, personal injury
- Thursday: 11:22 a.m., W. US Highway 20-26; 6:13 p.m., 31000 block Bishop Point Rd.
Accident, property damage
- Saturday: 9:58 p.m., WY 220 MP 100
Suicidal subject
- Sunday: 1:14 a.m., 1100 block Kelly St.; 2:42 p.m., 1700 block W. 25th St.
Traffic stops: 44
Mills Police Department
Accident, property damage
- Wednesday: 9:41 a.m., Poison Spider Rd.; 7:33 p.m., SW. Wyoming Blvd.
Assault
- Sunday: 3:33 p.m., 800 block Fulton St.
Suicidal subject
- Sunday: 1:14 a.m., 1100 block Kelly St.
Traffic stops: 88
DIVORCES
CASPER — These were granted (made final) in Natrona County and released by the Clerk of District Court’s office. All divorces granted in Natrona County are printed as a matter of public record.
- David Gene Smith Jr. vs. Sharon Dana Smith
- Katie Arlene Jones vs. Cody Lee Saybere Jones
- Robert Stephen Bridgewater vs. Michele Marie Bridgewater
- Emmy Louise Moen vs. Joel Robert Moen
- Amy Louise Wolfe vs. Gary Alan Wolfe
- Jack E. Hart vs. Stacie E. Hart
- Christopher Blair Garland vs. Sara Rae Garland
Help Yourself
Mailing list for Habitat apps
Habitat for Humanity will be taking applications for its home ownership program before you know it, so make sure to send in your contact information now. To get on the mailing list, call Kelly Cooper, program manager, at 234-1348 or send an e-mail to kelly@heartofwyoming.org. You can also visit the Habitat for Humanity office at 232 East 2nd Street, Suite 204 on the second floor. Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming, is an equal opportunity lender.
First Saturday Study July 6
The First Saturday study, July 6, at Bethel Baptist Church, 3030 S. Poplar, will be on "Who is the Holy Spirit?" Is the Holy Spirit a person or a force? What does it mean to be 'baptized in/by the Spirit'? This is an interactive study and not a lecture. Join at 9 a.m. Coffee and refreshments are always provided. Phone the church office for more information at 234-8812.
Hypertufa class July 6
The Wyoming Plant Company, 358 S. Ash St., is offering a garden party for those gardeners who want to build a planting box out of cement, peat moss and vermiculite – called hypertufa, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 6. Every planter is a work of art. All supplies are included in the $35 class. To reserve your seat, stop by or call 262-2963.
Summer study on parables
Bethel Baptist Church, 3030 S. Poplar, is going to present a three-week summer study on the Parables of Jesus starting Monday, July 8 through Monday, July 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. This is the same study that was presented for OLLI at Casper College. Refreshments provided. Phone the church office for further information at 234-8812.
Flower unicorn workshop
Join this adorable fresh flower Unicorn Workshop at 2 p.m. on July 13 at Keefe's Flowers, 1745 CY Ave. Learn some basic concepts of flower arranging and take home your beautiful handmade unicorn to show off and enjoy. Cost is $45. This is the perfect workshop for all ages! Space is limited.
Casper Boxing Club helps those with Parkinson's
Rock Steady Boxing at the Casper Boxing Club, located at 910 Barbara Street, is helping those with Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative movement disorder which can cause deterioration of motor skills, balance, speech and sensory function. Rock Steady Boxing at The Casper Boxing Club gives those living with Parkinson’s disease hope by offering a non-contact, boxing-inspired fitness routine proving to dramatically improve their quality of life.
Rock Steady Boxing at The Casper Boxing Club offers Parkinson’s patients and their families the opportunity to come in and observe a class in progress. The group provides literature about the program and a chance to speak with certified coaches to educate and to promote awareness about Parkinson’s disease. They also provide a warm, caring environment to gain strength and confidence and boost productivity in their lives. Parkinson’s patients and their families are encouraged to join during the annual observance or anytime.
Rock Steady Boxing affiliates are independently owned and operated. To learn more about Rock Steady Boxing at The Casper Boxing Club, please contact Gloria Jensen at 259-3243. For additional resources and to learn more about the overall organization, please visit Rock Steady Boxing, Inc. at www.rocksteadyboxing.org/.
Enroll with Experience Works
Experience Works is a U.S. Department of Labor-funded program geared for people 55 and older who are unemployed, with limited annual incomes and limited job prospects. The program is free and available to those who qualify. Applicants are placed in nonprofit or government agencies to receive paid training while providing valuable community service hours to their training host. Contact Kelly Smith at ksmith@experienceworks.org or 307-209-1306.
Book details ski history
The Casper Mountain Ski History Project, a subcommittee of the Casper Mountain National Ski Patrol, would like to thank the many donors who have contributed to the project. The group is producing a book and DVD documentary from over 25 videoed interviews. The project will preserve the rich history of Casper Mountain’s ski history and document the stories of friendship, camaraderie and volunteerism that made this mountain a local and regional winter recreation destination.
The Natrona County School District Recreation Joint Powers Board gave the initial grant. Others who have given generously include the Wyoming Community Development Fund through the donor advised grant of Bart Rea, the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund, the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation, the Warren Weaver Family, Arlene Rosin, the Zimmerman Family Trust, the Hardesty Family, Barbara Scifers, the Leotta Family, the Wold Family Trust, Mike Huber, the Goodstein Foundation and Glenn and Pat Bochmann.
Anyone interested in contributing photos, other information or support may contact Sean Ellis at seanbarbseano@juno.com.
Shop the bargain basement
The United Church of Christ Bargain Basement offers a wide variety of holiday merchandise as well as glassware, kitchenware, household items, books, magazines, puzzles, toys, jewelry and clothing. Green tag clothing items are priced at 50 cents each. Located at the United Church of Christ on the corner of 15th Street and South Melrose, the Bargain Basement is open Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds from the Bargain Basement are donated to help support a number of nonprofit organizations.
Food pantries in Casper
Here is a list of food pantries in Casper, as compiled this fall by Mary Ann Budenske.
Casper Community Church, 249 N. Wolcott, Saturday, 9 to 11 a.m. 267-7430.
College Heights Community Center, 1927 S. Walnut, Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 224-4104.
Faith Assembly of God, 4301 Casper Mountain Road, Tuesday, noon to 6. 265-9121.
First Church of the Nazarene, 2020 S. Jefferson, Thursday, 1 to 4 p.m. 258-9646.
Holy Cross Center Inc., 1030 N. Lincoln, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. 577-1041.
Mountain View Baptist, 4250 Poison Spider Road, Wednesday, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Joshua’s Storehouse, 334 S. Wolcott St., Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. 265-0242.
Restoration Fellowship, 411 S. Walsh Dr., fourth Tuesday of month, 4 to 6:30 p.m. 235-9100.
Salvation Army, 441 S. Center St., Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon. 234-2002.
First Christian Church, King’s Corner, Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon.
For more information, contact Mary Ann Budenske, 307-215-4732; email mbudenske@aol.com.
CATC tokens, tickets available
Due to the support of many local organizations and individuals, CATC/The Bus has begun the subsidized fare program. Individuals wishing to receive the subsidized bus tokens and/or CATC tickets are welcome to come to the office at 1715 East 4th Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The funding for this program is made possible through the generosity of many local organizations. Including grants from Wells Fargo Bank, Rotary Club, Wyoming Community Foundation, Unitarian Community and private individuals. The funding is designated for individuals who are considered very low, low, to moderate income residing in Casper, Mills, Evansville, portions of Natrona County and Bar Nunn. The program provides 30 bus tokens and 15 CATC tickets at no charge to assist with a portion of their transportation needs.
The funding is anticipated to be available for the foreseeable future.
Call 265-1313 or 237-4287 or visit www.catcbus.com.
Nic offers art for veterans
Outside the Lines art program for veterans meets the second and fourth Monday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Nicolaysen Art Museum. It is free.
Veterans are invited to get inspired by art and to explore their own creative side in supportive and safe environment. The program will offer a wide variety of materials and projects including painting, drawing, ceramics, printmaking and other media. To register for class, contact Danielle at 261-5355 or Zhanna at 235-5247 or zgallegos@thenic.org.
Suicide survivor grief, depression support
J.R.’s Hunt for Life offers free Suicide Survivors Grief Support and Peer to Peer Depression Support at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Wednesday at the 12-24 Club, 500 South Wolcott, 2nd floor. Everyone is welcome.
Shop St. Vincent de Paul
St Vincent de Paul Thrift Store and its volunteers believes that love is at the root of everything. The store is a great place to visit and shop. It is located at 301 E. H Street, 237-2607. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Local charities benefit from 100 percent of the profits. Consider donating unwanted items including but not limited to clothes, household items, books and jewelry.
Parkinson's exercise Tuesdays
Rocky Mountain Therapy is offering a Parkinson's exercise program on Tuesdays. The group meets Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at Rocky Mountain Therapy, 2546 East 2nd Street, Building #500.
The exercise class is open to anyone with Parkinson's Disease and focuses on improving balance, endurance, safety and managing symptoms. It is open to all ages and the class can be tailored to meet varying exercise needs. The cost of the exercise class is $5. If you have any questions call 577-5204 and ask for Jerri or Amanda.
Suicide survivors support
A Suicide Survivors Support Group meets the first and third Thursday of every month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 1032 E. First St., sponsored by the Natrona County Suicide Prevention Task Force. This is a support group that is open to anyone who has been touched by suicide, attempted suicide or has lost someone to suicide. This group is open to all ages.
Acrylic, oil painting at Art 321
Art 321 is pleased to announce the formation of a new artists group specifically designated for anyone interested in acrylic and oil painting. This group, facilitated by Sheri McCoid, will be meeting each Saturday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. These informal group sessions are open to any artists and no advance registration is necessary. The cost is $5 per session. Please bring some recent work to show and a project to work on while you are here.
Floor loom at Art 321
Art 321 is happy to be collaborating with the Natrona County Public Library in an exciting new way. A beautiful Pendleton floor loom was recently donated to the library. The original plan was to set the loom up there and invite local weavers to provide demonstrations and create a woven public art project. Lacking space, however, the decision was made to bring the loom to Art 321 where the weaving demonstrations and art project can take place. Art 321 now invites weavers to come in, leave their contact information and help get this going.
Caregiver support new location
New location for Caregiver Support Group Meetings is at Rocky Mountain Therapy, 120 S. Forest. Meetings are open to anyone caring for someone with a debilitating condition. Meeting and talking with others who are going through the same experiences you are can benefit your well-being by providing an emotional outlet and new ideas to help with situations. To RSVP or with questions please call 577-5204 and ask for Jerri.
Mindfulness for vets
Mindful warrior class is a special education opportunity for veterans to learn and practice mindfulness based forms of meditation designed to decrease stress and enhance one’s quality of life. No cost to veterans. Classes are held the first and third Saturdays of each month at the First United Methodist Church on 2nd Street, downtown. Morning classes begin at 8:30 a.m. Contact: Theraexpressions at 258-7955 or David Allhusen, LCSW, at 259-0350.
Beware of legal websites
Beware of websites offering free (or even paid) legal forms. Poverty Resistance director Mary Ann Budenske warns people in need of legal assistance to be suspicious of web sites offering free legal assistance. Whenever people do a Google search for legal assistance and do it yourself forms, paid sites jump to the top of the search. Budenske has surveyed many of the online commercial sites selling legal forms. Paid commercial sites offer free forms (which is a scam because anything even remotely useful costs money). Paid commercial sites often offer Wyoming specific forms (which is also a scam as most of the forms that are available are not up-to-date Wyoming specific forms).
The Wyoming Supreme Court and other state entities have worked to make information more available to ordinary folks in need of legal assistance. Equal Justice Wyoming, a program sponsored by the Wyoming Supreme Court, does have free and up-to-date legal forms. The web site is http://www.legalhelpwy.org. The Equal Justice phone number is 307-777-8383. The toll free number for legal aid is 1-877-432-9955, available 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Open ceramics at Art 321
Art 321 hosts an open ceramics studio every Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. to noon. The cost is $10 per session and an instructor is present during studio hours to assist you. Clay is available for purchase or you are welcome to bring your own. All other supplies are provided. This is a great opportunity to learn (or relearn) basic and intermediate construction and wheel techniques and to produce fully finished pottery.
Buddhists meet
David Vaughn is a Buddhist living in Casper who proposes to establish a Casper Buddhist Fellowship. Vaughn invites all who are interested to contact him at davidvaughn991@yahoo.com.
Dementia caregiver support
Wyoming Dementia Care offers five Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support groups each month. Caregivers of those with dementia-related illnesses and the loved ones they care for are welcome at any of the group sessions. Professional staff from Intermountain Home Companions will be on hand to offer separate activities and snacks for those who need care. There is no charge for Wyoming Dementia Care’s support groups or for the respite care provided during the approximately one-hour sessions.
The morning support group sessions meet on the first and third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Central Wyoming Senior Services, 1831 E. Fourth St. The afternoon support groups meet at 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Mountain Plaza Assisted Living, 4154 Talon Dr. The evening groups meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Mountain Plaza Assisted Living, 4154 Talon Dr.
For information email wyodementia@casperseniorcenter.com or call Dani Guerttman at 232-3385.
Celebrate Recovery every Friday
Celebrate Recovery meets at 5:30 p.m. every Friday at Highland Park Community Church, just south of Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital on East Second Street. A family meal starts the evening, followed by praise and worship. At 7 p.m. there's either a lesson from Celebrate Recovery's planned curriculum or a testimony by a person who has found recovery through Christ. Then people go to gender-specific small groups until 8:30 p.m. when dessert and fellowship conclude the evening. Child care is available at no cost. For more information contact Chris at 265-4073.
Here and Now: Dementia-focused monthly art class
Classes are every third Tuesday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. There is no charge. Here and Now is a program made possible through a collaboration between Wyoming Dementia Care and the Nicolaysen Art Museum. It is designed to provide a supportive environment for people with dementia and Alzheimer’s and their loved ones.
To register contact Dani with Wyoming Dementia Care 265-4678 ext. 106 or at wyodementia@casperseniorcenter.com, or Zhanna Gallegos at 235-5247 or at zgallegos@thenic.org.
