Trader’s office will be closed on Monday, May 25 for the Memorial Day weekend. We are open 8:00am-4:00pm, Tuesday and 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.

Join the 27th Annual Safe Kids Day on Saturday, May 23 from 10:00am-1:00pm at the Laramie County Public Library, 2200 Pioneer Avenue. The event includes over 20 exhibitors inside the library offering games, balloons, raffles, bike giveaways and other swag. There will be bike helmet giveaways with fittings and adjustments, car seat inspections and a Bike Rodeo in the parking lot. Kids should bring a bike if they have one! A family friendly Slow Roll is scheduled at noon. Participants should meet in the city’s north parking lot across from the library. The Slow Roll proceeds at a leisurely pace over the span of an hour and music and conversation fill the street as you roll along the route.

Buses will not run and CTP office will be closed Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.

Mount Sinai Synagogue presents the 20th Annual Yiddish Food Festival on Sunday, June 7 from 11:00am-3:00pm at the Mount Sinai Synagogue, 2610 Pioneer Avenue. There will be lots of traditional Jewish food for sale, music, fun and walking tours of the Synagogue. For more information, visit www.mtsinaicheyenne.org or call 307-634-3052.

The Zonta Club of Cheyenne is asking young and not-so-young artists, regardless of experience, to participate in its 11th Annual Art Contest. The theme is Domestic Violence: Rise, Recover, Reclaim. Artists are asked to provide, either realistically or abstractly, their vision of life as a survivor of domestic violence who is now trying to rebuild and restart a new life without violence, threats and harassment. Art in any medium is welcome, except for performance art. Paintings, drawings, prints, textile, photography, poetry and sculpture are all welcome. Three $200 prizes will be awarded: artist under age 18, adult artist and People’s Choice award. Entries must be submitted no later than June 1 and may be dropped off at Flying S Title, 433 East 19th Street. Include your name, age category, phone number and email. Entries will be returned following the end of the display period. For more information about the art contest or Zonta Club of Cheyenne contact Denise at parrishzonta@gmail.com.

GriefShare meets every Thursday starting June 4 and running until August 27 from 2:00pm-4:00pm at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 4776 Mountain Road. Contact Carol Prewett, 307-630-1222 for more information.

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.

St. Paul’s Lutheran and First United Methodist churches are joining together to host a free vacation Bible school open to the public in June at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 218 East 19th Street and First United Methodist Church, 108 East 18th Street. Sign-up now and register online at stpaulscheyenne.org. The Harmonize VBS Day Camp is June 8-12, for preschool through 5th grade, from 8:30am-3:00pm (preschool 8:00am-noon). The camp is facilitated by Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp.

The 40th Annual Chugwater’s Chili Cook-Off and Roundup is Saturday, June 20 at Staat’s Park, 321 3rd Street, Chugwater, WY. There will be a chili cook-off, chili tasting, kids’ area, ranch rodeo, old car show, vendors and live music from Rhett Haney, Eli Mosley, Tris Munsick & The Innocents. For more information or to buy tickets, visit www.chugwaterchilicookoff.org.

The 76th Annual Alumni Dinner for Egbert, Hillsdale, Burns, Carpenter recognizing the classes of 2026, 1976 and older is June 13 and always the 2nd Saturday in June. RSVP by June 4 is appreciated. The event is at Burns Elementary School, 604 East 4th Street, Burns, WY. Doors open at 3:30pm and enchilada dinner at 5:30pm. $20 per plate in advance or $22 per plate at the door. Alumni and guests welcome! Plan to check the memorabilia that will be on display. Please bring any items you would like to share on display. To cover printing and mailing expenses and expenses for gifts, donations appreciated. Please contact Carole Goertz at 307-547-3423, email cgoertz54@hotmail.com or please contact Lee Bishop at 307-631-0919, email rlbspd8@rtconnect.net.

The acclaimed benefit series Comedy That Cares is proud to announce actor and comedian Tim Meadows will serve as the special guest headliner to close out the first half of its season. Tour schedule and beneficiaries: Wednesday, June 10, 7:00pm, Cheyenne Civic Center, 510 West 20th Street, Cheyenne, WY, proceeds benefit COMEA Shelter, tickets at CheyennePresents.com; Thursday, June 11, 7:00pm, Gryphon Theatre, 710 East Garfield Street, Laramie, WY, tickets sales benefit Comedy That Cares, tickets at GryphonTheatre.org; Friday, June 12 and Saturday June 13, Rialto Theatre, 100 East 2nd Street, Casper, WY, tickets at RialtoCasper.com.

Improve your business and community! Vote in 2026. Call or visit the County Clerk’s Office, Cheyenne, 309 West 20th Street, Suite 1530. 307-633-4270. Paid for by Wyoming Voters.

The application period for City of Cheyenne Municipal Election candidates is currently open and closes Friday, May 29. This election year, three City Council seats (one from each ward) will be filled. All municipal offices are for four-year terms and are nonpartisan. Applications must be submitted in person at the City Clerk’s office located in Room 101 of the Municipal Building, 2101 O’Neil Avenue, during normal business hours. Applications will not be accepted once the filing period closes. More information including a candidate guide and City ward map is available at www.­cheyennecity.org/MunicipalElections.

The Habitat for Humanity of Laramie County is inviting volunteers, businesses and community members to take part in its upcoming Blitz Build June 16-25 at Pronghorn Crossing, a collaborative effort with Blitz Home Builders, a team of skilled, retired volunteers who travel the country to help Habitat affiliates complete major build efforts. Together, four homes will be raised from the ground up in just 10 days. No construction experience is required to participate. Habitat staff provide training, tools and supervision for volunteers throughout the build. Community members, businesses, faith groups and civic organizations are encouraged to get involved by volunteering for a build day, sponsoring the project, or helping spread the word. Volunteer shifts will be available throughout the build week. Those interested in volunteering or supporting the Blitz Build can learn more and sign up at www.cheyennehabitat.org.

Cheyenne South High School Cross Country is hosting the Screaming Chicken Relay Race on Saturday, June 13 at the North Cheyenne Community Park, 3200 Mynear Street, check in at 7:00am. This is a timed race. Registration is $15 as an individual runner (meet your team at sign in), $60 for a team of 4 runners and participants must be at least a 6 year old runner. Register online at raceentry.com by Wednesday, June 10. Choose your race: #1 ‘I Don’t See YOU Running!’ 16+ minutes, #2 ‘Aight’ under 16 minutes or #3 ‘In It To Win It’ under 12 minutes. For more information, contact Iratterree­@gmail.com or 307-920-9258.

St. Paul’s Lutheran and First United Methodist churches are joining together to host a free vacation Bible school open to the public in June at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 218 East 19th Street and First United Methodist Church, 108 East 18th Street. Sign-up now and register online at stpaulscheyenne.org. The Harmonize VBS Day Camp is June 8-12, for preschool through 5th grade, from 8:30am-3:00pm (preschool 8:00am-noon). The camp is facilitated by Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp.

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 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.

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 Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum has two summer youth camps for kids grades K-6. Pioneer Camp is June 15-18 where campers will try gold panning, leather working, crafts, a lively mariachi guitar lesson, create their own paniolo style hatbands and take part in an action packed cattle drive game. Wagon rides, western themed games and even a visit from live goats help bring the experience to life at CFD Old West Museum! Western Art Camp is August 10-14 where young artists will spend the week exploring western landscapes, wildlife and cowboy life through painting, sketching and mixed media projects. Space is limited, so register early for each camp. For more information or to register visit www.oldwestmuseum.org/events-1/event-calendar.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Are you looking for a way to spend some time with your furry friend and volunteer in the community? If your dog loves to be loved on then look into doing therapy dog visits. It is a win win for everyone and the best attention your dog has ever had. Go to www.therapydogs.com, click on “Join” and follow the steps to become a member of Alliance of Therapy Dogs. With registration/certification you are covered with liability insurance while doing any of the many visits that are scheduled for each month. There are new venues for reading programs for the kids to read to the dogs at LCCC, Boys and Girls Club and the Laramie County Library. Stress relief programs are special visits at LCCC and UW once a month too. Contact the office at 307-432-0272 if you have questions.

The nomination period for the Dubois Award given annually by the Cheyenne Historic Preservation Board has been extended until July 31, 2026. The Dubois Award is for exceptionally significant preservation efforts on residential properties. Properties must be (1) primarily used as a residence, (2) have a Cheyenne mailing address, and (3) be more than 50 years old. Guidelines for ranking integrity, restoration and other factors of historic preservation are considered by the board to select award recipients. To learn more about the awards, see past winners and submit a nomination, visit www.cheyennecity.org/chpb and navigate to the “Awards” tab. The direct link for the nomination form is www.cheyennecity.org/2026chpbawards. For more information about the Cheyenne Historic Preservation Board, visit www.cheyennecity.org/chpb.

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.

Do you have to work Sunday? Are you looking for a less formal Sunday service? Would you like to discuss scripture? Sunday Rewind might be the answer for you. Frontier United Methodist Church, 1888 East Four Mile Road, is hosting Sunday Rewind every Monday 5:00pm-6:30pm. Enjoy Christian fellowship starting with a simple dinner followed by informal biblical discussion about the scripture and sermon provided in the Sunday service.

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.

The City of Cheyenne closed the southern portion of Kiwanis Community Park, located off East Pershing Boulevard on April 1 for seasonal wildlife protection. The southern section will reopen to the public on July 15. The closed area contains a large pond which provides valuable habitat for many species of wildlife and is especially important to many species of waterfowl. Spring through early summer is a critical time of year for these species as they are nesting and raising their young. The northern portion of the site will remain open to the public from sunrise to sunset and is accessible from the park’s main parking lot. Pets must be kept on leash and pet waste picked up and disposed of. Visitors are also asked to pack out all trash and to make sure they and their pets do not harass the wildlife or nearby livestock.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 Dazbog Coffee at 3911 East Pershing Boulevard at 9:00am. Please call Judy at 307-634-0357 or go to cheyennecameraclub.org.

The City of Cheyenne will host a public open house to review the 18th Street Reconstruction Project on Tuesday, May 26 from 5:00pm-7:00pm in the Cottonwood Room at the Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Avenue. The event will consist of a short presentation at 5:30pm and informational display boards, along with opportunities to visit with the project team and ask questions. For those who cannot attend the open house, the meeting presentation and open house displays will be available on the project website at connect.cheyennecity.org/18thStreet. Written comments will be accepted at the public meeting open house and afterward through the project website until Tuesday, June 9. For ADA accommodations contact Eric Fountain, efountain@cheyennecity.org, two business days prior to the meeting. For more information about the project, contact Sheree Brgoch at 307-733-1090, sbrgoch@cheyennecity.org or Todd Mattson at 307-757-9004, todd.mattson@hdrinc.com.