Free Use Firewood Permits

Permits available at the US Forest Service Saratoga office.  Hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 am-5 pm.  Five cord maximum per visit; 20 cord maximum per household per year.  Free use area maps available at the Saratoga office.  Please call the US Forest Service for more information 307-326-5258.

Candidates Forum

Forum for County candidates.  Held 7 pm at PVCC.  Sponsored by Valley Service Organization.  Please call Sue Jones for more information 307-327-5935.

Blood Drive

United Blood Services will be in Saratoga, and you can be a blood donor hero!  One donation can help as many as four patients and can help maintain a safe and plentiful supply for our community.  Also, there will be fresh, home baked pie for all donors.  Held 12 noon-5:30 pm at St. Ann's Parish Hall.  Sponsored by Knights of Columbus.  Please call Jim Larscheid for more information 307-326-8603.

Brenn Hill Benefit Concert

Brenn will be performing at 7 pm at PVCC.  Advance tickets $15, at the door $20.  Silent auction during the show.  All proceeds go to "Team Briggs" to help Brenn's son, Briggs, 4, who is battling brain and spinal cancer.  Please call the Chamber for more info 307-326-8855.

All School Reunion Celebration

Encampment

All Encampment school alumni and teachers, as well as anyone who would like to attend, are invited to celebrate this weekend.  Lots of events happening, including a school self-guided tour, alumni basketball and volleyball games, and special presentations.  Weekend highlight is the Town of Encampment's annual BBQ and dance on Saturday.  The Encampment Town Council will serve hamburgers and hot dogs.  Please bring a covered dish, dessert or chips along with the beverage of your choice.  The band "Bakerville" will perform into the evening.  For more information, please call Mary Martin ('86) 307-327-5773 or Marcy Cooley ('77) 307-329-6377 or check out www.encampmentreunion.webs.com.

Delaney Wadsworth Fundraiser

A fun afternoon is planned at this benefit for 3-year-old Delaney.  Event begins 1 pm at the Whistle Pig parking lot.  Check it out - hay rides, pony rides, pie throwing, egg tossing, horse shoes, dunk tank, balloon fights, and lots more games.  Auction and BBQ plus live music.  Special guest Smokey the Bear & his engine 3-3:30 pm.  Sponsored by House of Donuts.  Please call them for more information 307-326-3839.

Wild West Chess Tournament

The Saratoga Resort and Spa is hosting this tournament for the first time ever! 

People of all ages and skill level are welcome to participate. 

Two rounds will be played Saturday and two Sunday.

And for those not playing or those in between rounds, there are lots of fun activities at the Resort.  For more info on the Tournament, please visit www.saratogachess.com or call 307-326-5261 or 800-594-0178.  For info on the Saratoga Resort and Spa, please visit www.saratogaresortandspa.com.

Knitting Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 1 pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

"Pieces of History" Quilt Show

Held 10 am-4 pm at PVCC in the Great Hall.  Free to public, donations accepted.  Sponsored by SHCA.  For more info, please call the Saratoga Museum 307-326-5511.

Book Sale

Held at Rawlins Library during regular library hours.  For more info, please call 307-328-2689.

MOPS Meeting

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten.  Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 9 am at First Presbyterian Church.  For more information, please call 307-326-5337.

Car Wash for Football

Town & Country Realty is hosting a car wash in their parking lot from 10 am-3 pm.  Proceeds to support the Saratoga Football Team to purchase updated equipment.  Please call T & C for more info 307-326-8586.

Beading Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 4:30 pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

2010 Carbon County Fair Parade

"Experience the changes, join the fun" at the parade, which kicks off Fair Week.  Parade begins 2 pm in Rawlins.  Sponsored by Rawlins Kiwanis Club.  For information, please call Tim 307-328-0671 or Chris 307-324-2203.

Carbon County Fair in Rawlins

Livestock shows and sales, project displays and demonstrations, cotton candy and pretzels, demolition derby and rodeos, 4-H and FFA and so much more!  Held at the Carbon County Fairgrounds in Rawlins.  Please call the Fair Office for more information 307-328-7811.

Knitting Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 1 pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

Candidates Forum

Forum for State Senate candidates.  Held 7 pm at PVCC.  Sponsored by Valley Service Organization.  Please call Sue Jones for more information 307-327-5935.

Beading Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 4:30 pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Emerald City Opera

Presenting an evening of your favorite arias by participants of the Young Artist Institute from this professional Colorado opera company.  Selections will include pieces from such noted operas as Carmen and La Boheme as well as Broadway classics from South Pacific and Candide.  Held 7 pm at PVCC.  For information, please call 307-327-7822 or visit www.emeraldcityopera.org.

Saratoga Open Tournament

Pro Am Friday, 18 holes each Saturday and Sunday.  Held at Saratoga Resort and Spa.  Please visit www.saratogaresortandspa.com for details and to sign up online.

Crazy Daze in Saratoga

Downtown Saratoga will be bustling with fun activities for all ages.  Sidewalk sales, carnival events and a car show are just a few things going on.  For more information, please call Laura M at 307-326-8187.

Knitting Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 1 pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

Tapestry: The Documented Life of Lora Webb Nichols

View the interesting life of one of the Valley's early homesteaders through these 23 pictures documenting Lora Webb Nichols.  On display at Rawlins Library, 215 Buffalo Street Rawlins.  Free to public.  Sponsored by the Carbon County Library System. 

Celebrating 25 Years: Saratoga Library Week-Long Birthday Bash

Held at the Library during regular hours for all ages.  For more info, please call the Library 307-326-8209.

Beading Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 4:30 pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

Book Discussion Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 7pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

Ladies Invitational Tournament

Held at Saratoga Resort and Spa.  Please visit www.saratogaresortandspa.com for details and to sign up online.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Steinley Cup Microbrewery Competition and Saratoga Bullfest

Taking place on Veterans Island in Saratoga, the 15th annual Steinley Cup starts at 1 pm.  The microbrewery competition brings together the top professional microbreweries in Wyoming in search of the coveted Saratoga Steinley Cup and is Wyoming’s official state microbrewery competition.  Live music and great eats, including the chili cook-off, complete the event.  Cost $20 ages 13 and up; ages 12 and under free.  Make a weekend of it at the 10th annual Saratoga Bullfest, a bull riders-only event at Buck Springs Rodeo Arena held outside of town.  Cost $7 advance, $10 at the gate; kids 10 and under free.  For more info about the Steinley Cup, please call the Chamber of Commerce 307-326-8855.  For more info about the Saratoga Bullfest, please call Bo 307-326-7991.

Knitting Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 1 pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

Beading Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 4:30 pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Wyoming Film Festival

You won’t want to miss this third annual festival, where you can participate in screenings of new films, discussion groups, and workshops by pros in the film industry.  The Wyoming Film Festival aspires to present films and video productions that interpret the American West in ways that embrace the festival themes of environment, equality, and family. For more information, please call Carbon County Higher Education Center 307-328-9274.

Music on the River Concert Series

BlindDog Blues Revue.  Held on Veteran's Island.  More info TBA.....

14th Annual Ryan Park Fundraiser

Benefiting Ryan Park Volunteer Fire Department and Ryan Park Property and Homeowners Association.  Held at the Fire Department on Foxfire Drive in Ryan Park, with lunch beginning at 1 pm and auction at 2 pm.  Please call Don Brinkman for more information 307-634-8682.

Saratoga Historical & Cultural Association Annual Trek

Trek to Turpin Tie Camp and Reservoir.  More details to follow.  Reservations required; please call the Saratoga Museum 307-326-5511.

Knitting Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 1 pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Labor Day Craft Show

Local vendors, crafters, artists and more!  Held 9 am-4 pm next to Laura M's across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

MOPS Meeting

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten.  Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 9 am at First Presbyterian Church.  For more information, please call 307-326-5337.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Copper Days Festival

Antique tractors on display, tractor pulls, a parade, and melodrama make this 35th annual festival in Encampment a family favorite.  Sponsored in part by the Encampment Chug 'n Tug tractor club, this event is held the weekend after Labor Day.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Final Farmers Market

The last one of the season!  Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Platte Valley Community Center Fundraiser

MOPS Meeting

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten.  Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 9 am at First Presbyterian Church.  For more information, please call 307-326-5337.

Halloween Walk

Held in downtown Saratoga, kids can trick-or-treat at local retail shops.  It’s convenient and safe for everyone!  Please call the Chamber of Commerce 307-326-8855 for more information.

Holiday Craft Bazaar

MOPS Meeting

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten.  Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 9 am at First Presbyterian Church.  For more information, please call 307-326-5337.

After Hours Chamber Social

Celebrating with Betty Raymer on her retirement from Town & Country Realty.

Festival of the Trees Gala and Auction

This is our 8th year to host this event, and it is a terrific way to begin your holidays.  Local organizations and businesses donate decorated artificial trees, wreaths and centerpieces and create gift baskets and other holiday items for you to take home and enjoy the entire season.  Stop by Thursday or Friday to see all the delightful presentations.  Auction is Friday night, December 3, with proceeds going to local charities and organizations.  Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce.

Christmas Parade and Winter Wonderland

  Enjoy the spirit of the season with the 20th annual Christmas Parade showcasing floats entered by area clubs and businesses--all decorated and lit for the evening and held in historic downtown Saratoga.  Santa and Mrs. Claus visit children of all ages at Platte Valley Community Center for the Valley Service Organization’s 30th annual "Winter Wonderland".  Cookies, hot chocolate, chili, hot dogs and more!  Please call the Chamber of Commerce 307-326-8855 for more information.

MOPS Meeting

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten.  Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 9 am at First Presbyterian Church.  For more information, please call 307-326-5337.

2011

Sierra Madre Winter Carnival

Our 25th annual winter fun event promises to be the best one yet!  Come join us for activities in Encampment and Riverside, including a treasure hunt, sled races, "build your own" sled race, snow sculpture contest and a "Second Street Sprint", a snowmobile race against the speed relay machine.  Sponsored by the Town of Encampment 307-327-5501.