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.

Habitat for Humanity of Laramie County is excited to announce the opening of its homeownership application period for its newest affordable housing development at 5th Street and Bent Avenue. Habitat for Humanity will accept applications for four new affordable homes through September 25. Qualified applicants partner with Habitat by completing volunteer “sweat equity” hours, participating in homebuyer education and purchasing their home through an affordable mortgage. All completed applications must be received by the application deadline. Individuals interested in learning more about the program are encouraged to visit cheyennehabitat.org or contact Habitat for Humanity of Laramie County at 307-637-8067.

The Office of Youth Alternatives Foster Grandparent Program is looking for tutor/mentors that are 55 years and older in Laramie, Platte and Goshen counties to work with children who need extra support in a supervised classroom setting for the 2026-2027 school year. Foster Grandparents make a difference in the lives of children in the 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 City of Cheyenne Planning and Development Department has released proposed changes to the City’s urban agriculture rules, and residents are invited to provide feedback on the changes prior to consideration by the Planning Commission and Cheyenne City Council. Residents can view the proposed changes and provide feedback at connect.cheyennecity.org/urbanagriculture. In addition, Cheyenne City Council will hold a work session to receive information and updates about changes to the City’s urban agriculture regulations on Friday, August 21 at noon. No votes will be taken during this work session. An agenda for the meeting is available at www.cheyennecity.org/minutesandagendas.

On Saturday, August 22 from 9:00am-3:00pm, the 5th Annual Community Food Drive will be held in support of the FNBO Food Pantry at Laramie County Community College and the food pantry at Veterans’ Rock. Volunteers will be collecting non-perishable food at Safeway, King Soopers and Albertson’s (Yellowstone Road location) grocery stores. The event has been organized by a coalition of community-minded service clubs, specifically the Kiwanis, Lions, Rotary, Rotaract and Zonta Clubs of Cheyenne. Non-perishable donations of canned or packaged food will be accepted, as will personal hygiene products. Cash donations will not be solicited during the food drive. However, those wishing to make a monetary donation may Venmo a contribution to Zonta (@cheyennezonta) or a check may be sent to Zonta of Cheyenne Foundation at Post Office Box 2883, Cheyenne, WY 82003. Any monetary contributions received will be passed on equally to the two pantries being supported during this event.

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 Laramie County Master Gardeners have got your back! Their 2026 Fall Bulb Sale features great spring bulbs known to thrive in Cheyenne, coming back year after year! Their color-coordinated selections will impress friends and neighbors alike and will be delivered just in time for optimum planting. Visit LCMG.org for more information and ordering instructions.

The VFW Frontier Post 11453 Post Picnic will be held Saturday, August 22 from 11:00am-2:00pm at the North Cheyenne Community Park, 3200 Mynear Street. Everyone is invited. There will be burgers and dogs, fun and games and a beef raffle drawing. There will also be a non-perishable food drive for Veterans’ Rock.

Join The Arc of Laramie County on August 29 in the Laramie County Community College Clay Pathfinder Building at 1400 East College Drive. Doors open at 5:00pm. Dress to impress for a Mardi Gras Gone Wrong Murder Mystery. Unmask the mystery, support the mission with dinner, silent auction and live auction. Get your tickets at www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/mardi-gras-gone-wrong-murder-mystery-fundraiser. More information is available by calling 307-632-1209 or emailing www.arcoflc@arcoflaramiecounty.org.

The 2026 Age Well Conference, provided by Laramie County Senior Services, will be held Saturday, August 29 at Storey Gym, 2811 House Avenue. Registration opens at 8:30am. This is a free event for seniors, baby boomers, advocates and professionals to learn, share and discuss the latest on aging issues, research and innovation. The conference is free. Several lunch options will be available for purchase. Visit resource vendors from 8:30am-9:30am, during lunch and at the end of the day. For more information, please call 307-635-2435.

Veterans’ Rock is hosting their Military Stand Down 2026 at Blue Federal Credit Union Headquarters, 2401 East Pershing Boulevard, on Saturday, September 19 from 9:00am-2:00pm. Organizations and businesses are invited to participate by hosting a table offering information and resources for all veterans, active duty, their families, caregivers, pets and service animals. Veterans’ Rocks wants to offer them something whether they are homeless, struggling or just looking for something a little different. Veterans’ Rock is asking for information on employment, housing, insurance, VA benefits, healthcare, veterinarian care, alternative medicine, nutrition, holistic living, music, arts, sports and anything that may help make their lives a bit better. Call Veterans’ Rock at 307-514-0035 or email veteransrockchey@gmail.com.

The City of Cheyenne is seeking applications to fill one vacancy on the Mayor’s Council for People with Disabilities for a term expiring December 31, 2026. The Mayor’s Council for People with Disabilities serves as an advisory board to the Mayor’s Office, the Governing Body and Cheyenne City staff on the problems and concerns of persons with a disability. To learn more about the council, visit www.cheyennecity.org/mcpd. Interested residents can obtain applications for the board online at www.cheyennecity.org/boards. Applications are due September 4 at 5:00pm. Questions can be directed to Senior Executive Assistant Holly Martinez at hmartinez@cheyennecity.org or 307-637-6300.

Black Dog Animal Rescue is looking for fosters. Sign up and show a lonely pet what home feels like. Sign up at bdar.org/foster or email amira@bdar.org for any questions about fostering.

The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum will host a full length documentary, created by Will Lane, Aloha Vaqueros: The Forgotten Cowboy Story which explores the connections between Hawaiian paniolo, Mexican vaqueros and the American cowboy tradition. The film takes viewers behind the scenes of the Aloha Vaqueros exhibit and the history that inspired it. The film created by Will Lane, an intern at the CFD Old West Museum who is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Communication at the University of Wyoming, will premier on Wednesday, September 9 at 5:30pm in the museum at 4610 Carey Avenue. The museum would like to keep Will after his internship is complete. They are looking for sponsors interested in helping support Will’s continued employment. Reach out to Bryci.Achter@OldWestMuseum.org for sponsorship information.

The Inaugural Cheyenne Studio Tour will be taking place on September 12 from 10:00am-5:00pm. The event is a completely free, self-guided tour featuring many of Cheyenne’s most talented up-and-coming and professional artists, and includes backstage viewing of The Lincoln and The Civic Center. The event will kick off on Friday, September 11 at the Cheyenne Civic Center, 510 West 20th Street, as a part of 2nd Friday Artwalk, where the Civic Center is the featured venue and acts as the Studio Tour Reception. To learn more, please visit artscheyenne.com/cheyenne-studio-tour.

The Laramie County Touch-A-Truck event will take place this year at the Archer Event Center east of Cheyenne at 3801 Archer Parkway on September 19 from 10:00am-3:00pm.

Cheyenne Women Newcomers and Friends is a fun social group offering the following activities: Canasta, Shanghai Rummy, Pinochle and Dutch Lunches. They meet monthly for each of these activities at various restaurants. They welcome new members. For more information, contact Linda at 307-287-8724.

The Wild West Equifest Horse Expo 2026 will be held September 12 from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Goshen County Fairgrounds at 7078 Fairgrounds Road in Torrington. There will be performances, vendors, demonstrations, kid’s activity corner, concession stand and live auction. The event is hosted by Operation Remount Corporation Mustangs for Veterans and First Responders Program and Go Goshen. For more details go to operationremount.org/wild-west-equifest. All donations and proceeds from concession stand and auction go to support the Mustangs for Veterans.

Cheyenne Regional Volunteers will hold a Shabby Chic sale September 18-19, Friday 10:00am-5:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-1:00pm at CRMC Auditoriums A and B at 214 East 23rd Street. There will be gently used purses, scarves and jewelry at great prices! Proceeds benefit Cheyenne Regional Medical Center Volunteers Grant Project. For more information contact Brenna at 307-633-7513.

The Widows and Widowers group would like to welcome new members who are needing to move on after the loss of their life partner. Meetings are held every Tuesday at 12:30pm at the Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Avenue. Group lunch twice weekly-once after the Tuesday meeting and 2:00pm lunch on Sundays. Once a month meeting days are insights shared by professionals on ‘need to know issues’, local group outings, tours and lectures. Call Vicki, 307-631-9990 for information on the Tuesday you prefer to start.

Oasis Bible Study is a Christ-centered support for women impacted by domestic abuse. Find hope in a safe and confidential community. For information about local in-person classes contact Gail at 970-310-0316 or hurdofgoats@gmail.com, for online classes visit www.LivingWatersOfHope.org or support@livingwatersofhope.org.

The Cheyenne Artists Guild Art in the Park has a permanent collection on display and for sale. There is artwork dating back to 1923-2009 from some talented local artists and some past famous ones. Stop by 1701 Morrie Avenue or call 307-632-2263 for more information.

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, please 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.

Laramie County DUI Victim Impact Panel will be held September 28. All panels are held at LCCC in the Center for Conferences, Room 130, 1400 East College Drive, start time is 6:30pm sharp (doors will lock at 6:30pm). Please arrive at 6:00pm-6:15pm for check in. Websites for the most up to date information are duivictimimpactpanel.org or duivip.org. Help prevent life altering tragedies from continuing to occur. Cost is $40 cash for those required to attend by the courts, probation and parole or treatment and who need proof of attendance. All others, including guests of those required to attend, are welcome free of charge. If LCCC is closed due to weather, the panel will be cancelled.

Black Dog Animal Rescue is looking for fosters. Sign up and show a lonely pet what home feels like. Sign up at bdar.org/foster or email amira@bdar.org for any questions about fostering.

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 available. The staff includes a certified SLP and two certified SLP assistants. Please call 307-638-2610 or send an email cindyanderson51120@gmail.com. They’d love to help your child.

Do you like to work with special needs and horses? Then Cheyenne Therapeutic Equestrian Center is the place for you. No experience needed to volunteer. Hours will vary according to lessons. Contact them at 307-432-2585 or ctecriding@aol.com or on their website at www.ctecriding.org.

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.