Community Calendar

Book Talk and Signing with Historian Rick Ewig

Cheyenne, Wyoming, was a boomtown during WWII. In addition to the expansion of Fort Francis E. Warren, a new Quartermaster Replacement Training Center was built just outside of Cheyenne, where thousands of soldiers were trained. The Fourth Regiment at the QRTC was African-American, and soldiers in the unit often visited the clubs and restaurants in the segregated Black part of Cheyenne.

Just two months after taking office in 1944, the newly elected mayor, Ira Hanna, along with his chief of police, a captain, and a sergeant, began demanding that African American club owners open their businesses to gambling and prostitution and pay “protection money” to keep it “legal.” Unwilling to play along with the extortion, Black club owner Lola West and other Black businesspeople contacted the Cheyenne Police Department and the county prosecuting attorney, Byron Hirst. The group arranged a dramatic sting operation.

Hanna and his cohorts were arrested, tried, and convicted. All served time in the Wyoming State Penitentiary.

Historian Rick Ewig’s research into WWII-era Cheyenne focuses on the city’s colorful residents, the attempted exploitation by a dishonest mayor and his chief of police, and a corrupt racket that was brought to a dramatic end by a young county attorney and an African American woman.

Pack your picnic and blanket and join us on the lawn! Summer in Jackson wouldn't be complete without a memorable night of FREE, outdoor Thin Air Shakespeare.

In 2026, this beloved Jackson tradition is getting a little twist — Off Square Theatre will be presenting the first Thin Air Shakespeare MUSICAL!

Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that pesky Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.

Free and open to the public! Join Stoner Family Education Curator Meaghan Heinrich for this fun, informative and engaging music sessions for young children and their adult caretakers, geared for listeners ages one through five.

Special thanks to Jackson Hole Land Trust for hosting GTMF at Greenspace on the Block.

The popular Musical Adventures program, led by Stoner Family Education Curator Meaghan Heinrich, brings fun and music to Teton Village Commons weekly on Tuesdays at 10 AM. Geared for listeners ages one through five, classes are also fun and accessible for all ages. Sponsored in part by Teton Village Association.

Camp Description:
Are you up for a challenge? Design Challenge camp is here to stretch your skill set in new and interesting directions.
Campers will explore how the same design can be created through vastly different mediums while building creative problem-solving skills along the way.
For more information and to register, visit https://www.thenic.org/summercamps

Design Challenge
July 13–17

1 PM–4 PM

Ages: 11–15 years old

Pack your picnic and blanket and join us on the lawn! Summer in Jackson wouldn't be complete without a memorable night of FREE, outdoor Thin Air Shakespeare.

In 2026, this beloved Jackson tradition is getting a little twist — Off Square Theatre will be presenting the first Thin Air Shakespeare MUSICAL!

Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that pesky Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.

Dawes

For the first time in almost a decade, brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith grace the cover of a Dawes record. It’s just the two of them this time, and as such, “Oh Brother” marks a distinctive new chapter for the California rock band — one that is both introspective and accessible, all while maintaining their beloved sense of sincerity.

“Oh Brother” steers Dawes decidedly forward, honoring 15 years of Taylor and Griffin’s musical relationship, as well as the next era of their band. Each of the nine songs began with just Taylor on guitar and vocals and Griffin on drums. They initially tracked each one live together, before adding in additional instrumentation and collaborating with touring guitarist Trevor Menear in the studio. Additionally, “Oh Brother” is the first record the brothers have co-produced, working alongside longtime friend Mike Viola.

At this point in the Goldsmith’s career, Dawes has cemented itself as one of the most earnest, no-bullshit musical acts out there. They’re a band that can move seamlessly between folk rock, piano ballads, and sprawling jams while maintaining both an immediately recognizable sound and a freedom from expectations. Even as the Goldsmith brothers navigates new chapters in their personal and professional lives, Oh Brother shows how they remain creative, ambitious, and inspired — what it means to be lifers in a band together.

Are you leaving valuable contracting opportunities on the table? SBA certifications can help eligible small businesses gain access to set-aside contracts, sole-source awards, and valuable networking opportunities in the federal marketplace.

We’ll discuss who qualifies, the benefits of programs, common misconceptions, and the steps needed to apply.

Whether you’re new to government contracting or looking to expand your opportunities, this session will help you determine which certifications may be right for your business and how to get started.

Laramie's LOCAL farmers market in the park! Produce, baked goods and other foods, food trucks, art, crafts, local non-profits, live music, lawn games, kid stuff and more! For our weekly themes and music line up, visit our website or our Facebook or Instagram pages.

Deacon Brown Band