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Mar 19 Tuesday
Western Wyoming Community College (Western) will be hosting an exhibition of art by Sweetwater County local artist, Shane Steiss in Western’s Art Gallery. The artworks on display will demonstrate Shane’s unique works of mixed media painting, which are rooted in the natural world, and carry personal significance as evidence of familial bonds forged in nature. The exhibition, titled Memories in Nature, will be on display from March 8, through April 16.
An educational Smithsonian poster exhibition that explores how movement has impacted America will be on display at the University of Wyoming’s Coe Library beginning Monday, March 18.
“Journey Stories” will be located on the main level of Coe Library across from the Student Innovation Center. It will be available to view through Friday, April 19.
The exhibit highlights how human movement shaped the nation's demographics and cultural diversity.
According to the Smithsonian website, “it takes a broad look at American expansion and migration, from the earliest European settlers and Native American displacement, to the effects of transportation advancements on modern mobility.”
Organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with Teaching Tolerance, “Journey Stories” encourages engagement and dialogue in classrooms and communities about the impact of movement in America. The organization encourages others to share their story through the Stories from Main Street project. On the Museum on Main Street website, readers can find thousands of stories from people all over the country.
For this Explore History program, professional archaeologist Bill Matteson will tell us about Caesar, a fossilized Allosaurus discovered by Sheridan College students during a dig near Buffalo in the 1990s. Bill will tell us all about the little details that go into bringing such a large animal to life. You will also learn about paleontology and stories about how the students discovered and excavated such an incredible find!
Explore History is free to attend and open to all.
Mar. 19 - Cheyenne Audubon program: The Dawn Chorus: Birdsong i.d. with Barb Gorges
Cheyenne Audubon invites the public for a free talk by Barb Gorges, author of “Cheyenne Birds by the Month,” about “The Dawn Chorus: Learn to i.d. birdsong,” Mar. 19, 7 p.m., in the Cottonwood Room at the Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave.
Barb will review how to identify common Cheyenne birdsongs—the sounds of the songbirds. If you recognize many birdsongs already, come share the techniques and resources you use to learn them.For more information about this and other Audubon activities, please see www.CheyenneAudubon.org.
Mar 20 Wednesday
Oleksandra Matviichuk is a Ukrainian human rights lawyer and civil society leader. She heads the Centre for Civil Liberties which was jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2022 along with two other organizations. Matviichuk has campaigned for democratic reforms in Ukraine and throughout the region. She has received awards ranging from Vasyl Stus Prize to the Right Livelihood Award.
A zoom link for this event is available upon request. RSVP here: https://forms.office.com/r/9KNtQdc5UK
Welcome to the Wind River Farmers Market! Join us for a delightful experience where local farmers, artisans, and vendors come together to showcase the best of our community. From fresh, seasonal produce to handcrafted goods, you'll find a diverse array of offerings. It's a great opportunity to support local businesses, connect with the community, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. Whether you're a foodie looking for farm-fresh ingredients or simply want to explore unique, handmade products, the Wind River Farmers Market is the place to be.
Mar 21 Thursday