Please consider attending a meeting of the “Common Sense of Wyoming” group. They are a non-partisan group defending democracy, adhering to the United States Constitution and respecting the rule of law. The group is also concerned about issues that include: the high cost of living (rising cost of gasoline and groceries), the selling off of Wyoming’s public land, maintaining voting rights, reforming ICE, keeping Washington out of Wyoming’s business, no further property tax reductions, conserving Wyoming’s wildlife and their habitat, wise use of tax dollars, due process for detained immigrants and support for a healthy environment. If you are concerned about any of these issues, please consider attending the group. Meetings are every Friday, 12:00pm-1:00pm (bring your lunch if it’s your lunch break) in the Windflower Room at the Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Avenue. For more information, visit Common Sense Wyoming on Facebook, Common Sense Wyoming Substack or call 307-634-2100 ask for Martin or leave a message.

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 information, contact Linda at 307-287-8724.

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.

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.

Veterans’ Rock has something to offer military veterans and active-duty service members. All are invited to join the Veterans’ Rock Military Stand Down on Saturday, September 19 from 9:00am-2:00pm at Blue Federal Credit Union Headquarters, 2401 East Pershing Boulevard. They are offering all kinds of services that may enhance lives. For more information, call Veterans’ Rock at 307-514-0035 or email veteransrockchey@gmail.com.

There will be a Blue Grass Jam Session in the Willow Room at the Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Avenue, Saturday, September 12 from 2:00pm-4:00pm. Musicians and listeners are all welcome. Call or text Jerry at 307-369-3904 for more information.

Conservative Coalition 307 (CC307) will hold its regular meeting Sunday, September 13 at 2:30pm at Forum 619, 619 South Greeley Highway in Cheyenne. Special guest Rebecca Bextel, Wyoming Constitution Party candidate for Governor, will join them for a meet and greet discussion about her campaign and vision for Wyoming. Potluck meal, free coffee and ice water and cash bar available. Everyone is welcome!

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.

Come and see the creativeness of the great vendors at the VFW 1881 craft show and flea market on Saturday, September 12, 9:00am-3:00pm at 2816 East 7th Street. There will be jewelry, crochet items, leather, wood products and lots of unique items. Everyone is welcome to come and support the local Veterans. Lunch will be available. Come and enjoy. Call Suzie at 307-632-4053 with any questions.

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.

Community members interested in volunteering are encouraged to register through Saluting Branches at www.salutingbranches.org for the Saluting Branches 2026 Day of Service on Wednesday, September 16 at the VA Medical Center, 2360 East Pershing. Tree planting, pruning, tree removals, cleanup and tree inventory will be done by professional tree care providers and community volunteers. For additional information about the Cheyenne event, contact Pete Veinbergs, Wyoming Site Leader, at pveinbergs@sheridanwy.gov.

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center 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 Projects. For more information contact Brenna at 307-633-7513.

Get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping! Attend the indoor/outdoor market at the beautiful Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 South Lions Park Drive. This one day, free to attend event will take place September 19 from 9:00am-4:30pm and will feature a variety of regionally handcrafted gifts from artists and craftsmen.

The Knights of Pythias’ annual “Nightmare on 17th Street” Haunted House needs volunteers, age 16 or older, to work any or all of the shows, which run 7:00pm-11:00pm every weekend in October. If this sounds like a howling good time, attend the Haunted House Volunteers Orientation on Saturday, September 26 at 1:00pm at the Knights of Pythias Lodge, 312½ West 17th Street. Volunteer forms can be picked up and turned in at Collectors’ Hub at 312 West 17th Street. Call 307-214-0322 for more information.

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.

Frontier United Methodist Church, 1888 East Four Mile Road, is seeking unique vendors and crafters for their Shop Early for the Holidays Sales Event on Saturday, November 7 from 9:00am-3:00pm. Tables are 8’ for $25 with a limit of 2 tables or the equivalent space. Please text Jan at 307-630-9100 with your full name, cell phone number, mailing address and email address to receive detailed information.

The annual Greenway Fall Cleanup is scheduled for September 5-27, and Greenway cleanup groups are preparing for this semi-annual event. In addition, four Greenway segments are available for organizations or groups that would like to join this twice-yearly effort. Any groups or organizations interested in adopting a Greenway section should contact Jeanie Shrednik, Greenway and Parks Planner, at 307-638-4379 or go online to jshrednick@cheyennecity.org. Participants should wear boots or sturdy shoes, long pants and gloves for clean-up efforts. Greenway staff can provide trash bags and light weight gloves upon request.

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 Cheyenne Regional Medical Center Foundation is excited to host the Great Bison Shuffle on September 26 at the Terry Bison Ranch, 51 Interstate 25 Frontage Road, in support of the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center’s Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab program. The Foundation extends discounts to military, first responders and healthcare workers. Contact the Cheyenne Regional Foundation to get discount codes at 307-633-7667 or by emailing Foundation@crmcwy.org. For more information and to register, visit www.letsdothis.com/us/e/great-bison-shuffle-266493.

Visit Cheyenne’s Tee Off for Tourism returns to Cheyenne Country Club, on Friday, October 2, bringing local businesses, community partners and golfers together for a day of friendly competition with a larger purpose. Proceeds from the tournament benefit Discover Cheyenne, Visit Cheyenne’s nonprofit foundation, along with Visit Cheyenne events. The 2026 tournament starts Thursday, October 1 with Calcutta Night from 6:00pm-9:00pm, at Cheyenne Country Club. Golf begins Friday, October 2, with a four-person scramble at Cheyenne Country Club, 800 Stinner Road. Team registration is $750 for four players and includes breakfast, 18 holes of golf, lunch and an awards ceremony. Sponsorship opportunities are available through September 15, and team registration closes September 25. For tournament registration and sponsorship information, visit the 2026 Tee Off for Tourism Golf Tournament registration page at visitcheyenne.regfox.com/tee-off-for-tourism-golf-tournament.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 from 10:00am-4:00pm. For more information please call 307-514-0035 or send an email to veteransrockchey@gmail.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! Keep donations local by making checks payable to: DAV-Cheyenne. Thank you for “keeping it local”. Come join us the 2nd Saturday each month at the 9:30am meeting, 1119 Converse Avenue.

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 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.

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.