Trader’s office hours are 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Wednesday and 8:00am-3:00pm Thursday and Friday. If you would like to place an ad outside these hours you may phone in your ad to 307-634-8895 and leave your ad, contact name and phone number on our voicemail or place your ad online at wyotraders.com. The deadline for classified advertising is 4:00pm Wednesday.

A Community Volunteer Fair will be held January 10 from 11:00am-3:00pm at Laramie County Senior Services, 4100 East Pershing Boulevard. This event will feature 30+ volunteer opportunities. Local organizations will be on-site to help attendees get involved and make an impact in the community. Don’t miss this chance to find the perfect volunteer role that fits your passion and schedule. For more information, please contact ashlie@cheyennehabitat.org.

Non-profits, the proceeds from the recent Christmas House are open for applications. Please submit your application by January 15 to WCLC Grants, Box 4062, Cheyenne, WY 82003. The application can be found on the following website: GFWCwclc.memberplanet.com.

Disabled American Veterans-Cheyenne members help all Veterans with Disability Claims, rides to VA medical appointments, bread/veggies Tuesday, greeting and giving directions at the VA Hospital and more, for free! To keep donations local please make checks payable to: DAV-Cheyenne. Thank you for “keeping it local”. Come join them on the second Saturday each month for a 9:30am meeting at 1119 Converse Avenue.

Cheyenne’s City Council Ward 1 representatives Pete Laybourn, Jeff White and Lawrence Wolfe will hold a City Council and Coffee Open House on Saturday, January 3, 8:30am-10:00am at the Youth Activity Center at David Romero Park, 1317 Parsley Boulevard. Refreshments will be provided. Discussion will include items related to Ward 1 and other city projects, with the opportunity for residents to voice concerns and get to know their representatives.

The Cheyenne Winter Farmers’ Market is Saturday, January 3, 9:00am-1:00pm at the Historic Cheyenne Train Depot, 121 West 15th Street. It will run every first and third Saturday through May 2. Shop local favorites and new finds, from fresh sourdough, honey, Korean delicacies, pasta sauce, kombucha, baked goods and gluten-free, dairy-free goodies and more. Come early for the best selection and support your local makers this winter season.

The food pantry provides weekly groceries to low-income families, seniors, veterans and retirees. The pantry is open Monday-Thursday, 10:00am-1:00pm at 206 Van Lennen. Just bring a photo ID and proof of address such as utility bill, rent receipt or medical bill. In addition to a grocery bag, individuals can select fresh produce, bread, eggs/milk when available. If you have questions or problems providing photo ID/proof of address, call 307-275-0567. Call 307-275-0567 for information, email stjosepantry@gmail.com or visit their Facebook at www.facebook.com/st-josephs-food-pantry.

The Wyoming Coalition for the Homeless, a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving our homeless community, is in need of volunteers at The Welcome Mat on Fridays and Saturdays for meals, kindness and help where it is needed at 907 Campbell Avenue. Contact Christie at wyhomeless.org or 307-421-2787.

The X-JWC is looking for fun people who want to support their community while making friends and volunteering. The X-Junior Women’s Club (X-JWC), a member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, meets monthly on the first Tuesday of every month at the Red Lion Hotel, 204 West Fox Farm Road, 11:30am-2:00pm. X-JWC is dedicated to community improvement through volunteer service. If you are interested in finding out more and/or attending a monthly meeting, please contact Kathleen at 307-421-4496 or Bev at 307-634-4483.

Cheyenne Women’s Connection with speaker Terri Brown, will be holding a program with “How to Prepare for Impact” emphasizing special needs children and the unexpected death of family. Special feature: Rosy and Company with Sarah Coker, “How to turn a hobby into a cottage bakery,” and music with Tim and Kim Beauprez. Come for the fantastic food, friends and fun, Tuesday, January 13, 9:30am-11:30am at the Red Lion Inn, 204 Fox Farm Road. Note new price is now $18 per person, call Colette Johnson at 307-214-0874 or email colettejohnson87@gmail.com for more information and to make your reservation by January 7.

There will be a Blue Grass Jam Session in the Sage Room at the Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Avenue, Saturday, January 10 from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Musicians and listeners are all welcome. Call or text Jerry at 307-369-3904 for information.

Have a gardening question? The Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Avenue, invites all to visit with the Laramie County Master Gardeners on Saturday, January 10 from 10:30am-12:00pm in the Willow Room on the first floor. During the winter months, they host this informal, monthly Q&A session with their knowledgeable Ask-A-Master Gardener Team. They look forward to helping everyone garden successfully in the High Plains!

If you are a resource for veterans and active duty military, this is an opportunity to assist the military population. They are asking all businesses and agencies whether financial, legal, employment, medical, therapeutic, recreational, inspirational and/or just plain helpful to sign up for a day a month or just one time to be in Community Cubical offering your expertise. The Cubical is open Monday-Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm. For more information please call 307-514-0035 or send an email to veteransrockchey@gmail.com.

The Office of Youth Alternatives Foster Grand-parent Program is looking for tutor/mentors that are 55 years and older to work with children who need extra support in a supervised classroom setting for the 2025-2026 School Year. Foster Grandparents make a difference in the lives of children in our community and earn an average of $300 per month in a non-taxable stipend. Some qualifications apply. Individuals interested in serving may call 307-637-6480 for more information. Make a difference for yourself and a child today.

The Wyoming Historical Society has 2026 Calenders for sale, $15 each, a non-profit donation. Calendars display historic photos that support the annual theme. Please call Scott at 307-217-2810 for information.

Black Dog Animal Rescue needs fosters! Remind them what home feels like! Please sign up on bdar.org/fosters or email amira@bdar.org with any questions.

The Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Avenue, will offer genealogy help in a just drop in atmosphere every Tuesday from 2:00pm-4:00pm. An experienced genealogist will be available to help research family history using the library’s print and computer resources in the Special Collections Room.

The Cheyenne Camera Club meets the first and third Thursdays each month from September through May at 6:00pm at the Highlands Presbyterian Church at 2390 Pattison Avenue. The public is welcome to attend. Coffee break meetings are held the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month in the Dazbog Coffee at 3911 East Pershing Boulevard at 9:00am. Call Judy at 307-634-0357 or go to cheyennecameraclub.org.

Could you use a little extra cash? You can earn a tax-free stipend while visiting people in need! Potential income $240-$640 per month depending on number of hours you volunteer. Are you 55 or older? On a fixed income? Have at least 15 hours a week to volunteer? Have a desire to help the elderly and disabled? Join AmeriCorps Seniors today. Tax-free stipend does not affect your Social Security or other benefits that you may receive. Call Vernita Lackey, 307-235-5959 or toll free 1-877-634-1006.

TOPS #WY 002 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets each Tuesday afternoon at 4:00pm in the basement of Faith United Methodist Church, 522 East 6th Street. Join them for fellowship and weight loss motivation. For more information, please contact Corinecb307@outlook.com or check out the national website online at www.tops.org.

The Wyoming Coalition for the Homeless is in need of blankets, comforters, sheets and neck ties. These items are used to make sleeping bags for the homeless population of Cheyenne. Deliver clean items to the Wyoming Coalition for the Homeless, 907 Campbell Avenue, 307-634-8499.

The 1st Annual Bowl for Jason’s Friends will be held Saturday, March 7 to support Wyoming families battling childhood cancer. The annual Bowl for Jason’s Friends is the largest and only fundraising event and it makes a powerful difference in the lives of Wyoming families facing the unimaginable. They help cover expenses such as travel, household bills, groceries, medical insurance deductibles and mental health support for the whole family. They currently serve 178 families throughout Wyoming with 29 families in the Cheyenne area. They rely solely on grants, private donations and the success of this bowling event. To form a 5-person fundraising team call Jason’s Friends at 307-235-3421 or go online to jasonsfriends.org/bowl to reserve your time to bowl and for more information.

There is always something happening in Cheyenne! Fine and performing arts, culture and science. For details and calendar of events, please visit them online at ArtsCheyenne.com.

TOPS Chapter 117 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets each Thursday at the VFW Post 1881, 2816 East 7th Street, Nationway Frontage Road. Weigh-ins are from 8:00am-8:45am and meetings are from 9:00am-10:00am. TOPS provides tools, information and support to be successful in losing weight. The program focuses on health as well as weight loss. For more information contact Secretary Beth H. at 307-638-9221 please leave message.

Does your not-for-profit club or organization have an event coming up that you would like publicized? Submit a paragraph with who, what, when, where and contact information and we’ll put it in Trader’s “Our Community” section at no charge on a space available basis. The deadline is Tuesday at noon. For more information, call 307-634-8895.

Cheyenne Animal Shelter has great need for foster care volunteers throughout the year! By opening your home and your heart, you can help them save more lives. Their foster program is at no cost to you. Contact Austin at volunteer@caswyo.org or call 307-365-6638 for more information.

Are you interested in Wyoming history and telling others? The Wyoming State Museum is looking for volunteers to serve at the Welcome Desk to greet visitors and provide information about the museum, Cheyenne and Wyoming. The museum is open from Monday-Saturday, 9:00am-4:30pm, morning or afternoon shifts are available. To learn more, contact Elisabeth at 307-275-4018.

Honor your loved one in Trader’s Shopper’s Guide with a thoughtful obituary announcement featuring a full color photo and 160 word tribute starting at $65 for 7 days (larger tributes available). Seven days of coverage. Area-wide circulation. Free online placement. Call or stop by Trader’s for more information and details at 2021 Warren Avenue, 307-634-8895 or online at www.wyotraders.com.

Register to vote, update your registration, ask questions about voting and next year’s elections at the Laramie County Clerk’s voter registration desk. Bring your Wyoming driver’s license, Wyoming ID or other acceptable proof of identification, citizenship and age. For information on registering to vote or elections, contact Laramie County Clerk Elections at 309 West 20th Street Suite 1530 or https://www.laramiecountywy.gov/ or 307-633-4242.

The Office of Youth Alternatives Special Friends Program is looking for adult mentors that are 18 years and older to act as positive role models to youth in a one-to-one mentoring relationship, qualifications do apply. For additional questions and information, individuals interested in serving may call 307-637-6480.

The Cheyenne Therapeutic Equestrian Center is in need of volunteers for the riding season. All positions available and prior horse experience is not necessary. The only requirement is friendly smiles and a great attitude. If you are interested in working with horses, people with special needs and veterans then this is the opportunity for you! Call the office at 307-432-2585.

K9s 4 Mobility is looking for volunteers to raise and train puppies from 8 weeks to one year of age that have the potential to become Assistance Dogs. K9s 4 Mobility will provide all the food, healthcare and a majority of the supplies needed. Training classes, one on one training and support are also provided. Volunteers may choose to co-raise with another individual or family. Choose to make a difference in the life of someone else! Visit www.k9s4mobility.org or email info@k9s4mobility.org Contact Michelle at 307-222-9597 for information.

The Childhood Language Clinic has many openings for Speech and Language Therapy. They can help with speaking, spelling, reading, writing, dyslexia and many other language difficulties. Morning and after school times are still available. The staff includes a certified SLP and two certified SLP assistants. Please call 307-638-2610 or email cindyanderson51120@gmail.com. They’d love to help your child.