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Features Your Business Name Here. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Get to know the fabulous team of Jennifer Thomas & her assistant, Anna Land, at Century 21.
Calendar of Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Every other month, we compile a list of events in and around Gillette. We do this free of charge as a service to the community. Around Wyoming & The Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Biker Organizations & City Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Education / Classes for Adults & Fundraisers / Benefits . . 14 Kids & Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Live Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 My Calender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 & 17 Other Events, School Events & Seasonal . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sports & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Tradeshows / Markets & Western / 4-H . . . . . . . . . .20 CCPL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Departments Artistically Speaking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 We feature local artists, whether pottery, photography, basket weaving, theatrical, singing, musical, glass-blowing, etc.
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Follow Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Follow us on an adventure to lesser-known destinations around the area.
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Trivial Facts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 We enjoy the weird and wacky just as much as the next guy, so if you like to fill your head up with facts, this page is for you!
Fitness Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 This month’s contributor is Club Energize! How to keep holiday weight gain at bay.
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Random Rants & Raves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Our anonymous auther gives his / her opinion about Obamacare.
Community Writing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 This issue’s article focuses on the History of the Cell Phone.
from Boom to Bloom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Most of us have seen the “Boom to Bloom” photos from the City of Gillette on Facebook. Now, here they are in print! W
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ab o u t… Photos courtesy of Maggie Mae Photography Written by Emmaline Sargent Recently we at W Magazine of Wyoming had the pleasure of sitting down with the very talented Eric May of the Band Rebel Raised. This will be the first part of a 4-part series throughout the next year about each member. Eric May is married, works a full-time job (Black Hills Power) and in his spare time he writes, performs and is preparing to record his first album. He is an extraordinary individual. We have known Eric for some years: through his music and also through our enthusiasm for riding (Harley Davidsons that is), but we at W Magazine of Wyoming realized we really didn’t know much about Eric the man, his band, or where his love for entertaining comes from. Who is our almost famous friend? We say “friend” with strong emotion because Eric is the type of person who puts himself out there. He makes a special effort to meet his fans and to get to know the public. His heart is soft. If there is a need, he is there contributing his time and support. Those that encounter Eric soon come to know of his love and admiration for our country as well as our community. Eric is a true believer in our freedoms and has a great appreciation for those that serve to give us those freedoms. The following information comes from our sit-down interview with Eric just last week. W: Where does your love of music and performing come from? Eric gave us a brief account of how his life was growing up. He was born on October 31, 1979 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to Bob & Maureen May. Eric said that there was always music in his home! Both parents have a background in music and a love for performing. He shared a story with us
about how his father and mother met after his father’s second tour in Vietnam. His father joined a band. Maureen was a member of this band. They toured for about 3 years with Britt Small and Festival before settling down. Eric’s father worked as an on-air DJ for a radio station and his mom was a Music & Band teacher. Sidenote: Maureen was Eric’s 7th grade band teacher. According to Eric, she was a lot tougher on him than the other students. She knew how talented her son was and had great expectations for him. Because of his dad’s career, the family was on the move for some years. He
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did graduate in 1998 from high school in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Eric then attended New Mexico State University for one year, and then on to Universal Technical Institute of Phoenix. He holds an Associate’s Degree in Heating and Air. Eric was able to spend every summer in Hopkins Missouri. He describes Hopkins fondly as his home town, where he grew up and where his family resides. W: When did you get your first instrument? Eric received his first guitar at the age of seven or eight for Christmas. He said he started singing before he even started talking. With his mother’s
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influence of all genres and his father’s love of Rock and Roll, he got an early start on music appreciation. W: With all the different influences how did you end up performing mostly country music? His grandfather and uncle gave him the inspiration for country music. Grandpa introduced him to George Jones, Waylon Jennings and Hank Williams Sr. Eric spoke with enthusiasm and endearment about his Grandpa, Ronald Andrews. Grandpa threw Eric (then 10 years old) and Eric’s guitar in the car. Two hours later, they arrived at the Barn Door Opry House in Ravenwood, Missouri. Grandpa was determined to get little Eric on the stage and he succeeded! Eric said the first song he presented on stage was “The House of the Rising Sun” originally recorded by the Animals in 1964. He didn’t give himself a raving review, but we are willing to bet it was pretty good for a ten-year-old. W: When was the first time you were given the opportunity to perform on stage professionally? Eric said it was when he was living in Denver, Colorado at 19-20 years old. He would sneak into bars and sit in the back corners hoping not to be noticed just so he could listen to the different bands. One evening he was noticed by a lady named Annessa Fast. Annessa was interested in what he was doing there. Eric explained his love for music and performing and she offered him an opportunity to audition for her band.He harmonized and did back-up vocals for about a year. While with the Annessa Fast band he was observed by the band Hot Posse out of Denver. They played Southern Rock. Hot Posse offered Eric a lead position. Eric went on the road with them for a couple of years, which brought him to Gillette. While Eric was playing at Boot Hill Nightclub (Hot Posse was the last band to perform at Boot Hill before closing)
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he had an epiphany. He really liked the community and small-town feel of Gillette. Eric was ready for a change and that change was Gillette. Eric started out solo in Gillette, playing small parties, open mic nights and karaoke. All his friends and fans asked him when he was going to start a band of his own. Eric thought that made sense, so he went to Haggerty’s and talked with Chase Cassidy and they started The Center Lane Band. After just two jam sessions they went to Casper for Battle of the Bands and won! The Cowboy Bar in Casper was the first to start booking The Center Lane Band. Eric recounted his memory of Jimmy Hays, the owner of Jake’s Tavern. He wanted to play at Jakes for the longest time and Jim kept telling him that he didn’t really want to start booking country bands. He wanted to keep the Rock and Blues bands at Jake’s. Eric kept asking him to just listen to his band because they were different than your normal country band. They play new country with a rock undertone. Finally Jim did and has been booking Eric and his band since. In 2010 Eric and his band were invited to go to Nashville to perform at the Country Radio Seminar. They played at the Wild Beaver across from CMT studios. At this time, there were changes that were made not only in the structure of the band, which opened the door to Zach (Baby Shoes) Dunham but also the name of the band. Eric explained that most bands were named for their front man, so they had to change their name to Eric May and the Center Lane Band. Later, it became The Eric May Band. At the event in Nashville, they met several representatives from different recording companies, along with producers and writers. This opened some doors for the band and enabled them to learn a lot about how things are done in Nashville. Paul Loggins, founder of Loggins Pro-
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motions and a relative of Kenny Loggins, and James Williams approached Eric and the band about a recording contract. However, due to the colossal amount of money that they wanted the band to pay up front for the recording of their first album, The Eric May Band turned them down. One of Eric’s favorite memories of Nashville was being in the 3 Doors Down studio. He shared with us his excitement and overwhelming feelings he experienced being in their studio and around their equipment. It must have been quite surreal. Shortly after that, Lynn Harron, a promoter and booking agent, asked the band to open for Bryan White at Jake’s Tavern and also arranged for them to open at the Camplex for Jamie O’Neil & Andy Griggs. With all that the band was involved in, Eric took a little time to plan his future with his beautiful wife, Mindy. Eric and Mindy were married on July 8th, 2011. We spoke to Mindy about Eric and the
Artistically Speaking Band while we were putting together this story. “Phenomenal” was the word she used to describe her husband. She is blessed each and every day to share her life with Eric and to be part of his and the band’s success. She says she is still “in awe each time they get together to write, jam or perform”. It was in December 2011 that their bass player (Eric’s brother-in-law), Sean George, sat the band down with some bad news. He had been diagnosed with cancer. This devastated Eric and the band. Eric said he was taken aback. It was a very difficult time. Sean was unable to perform. Hence, the band decided it was best to take a hiatus. About a year later, Eric and Zach were both feeling the longing to play and perform on stage again, so they joined in with David Hill of Kerosene Cocktail, which is now Facelift. They were only with Facelift for a short time when Eric, Zach and Sean (who is in remission
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gis (check out Rebel Raised Facebook
They decided to get the band back together, but under their new name, Rebel Raised, which is a tribute to Sean George. It took the guys only 20 minutes to write their song “Old Man,” They also wrote “Rebel Raised,” and “Whisky Women.” If you get the opportunity to go to Tin Star Record’s Facebook page, you can get a taste of their music.
are currently in the Studio to record
Speaking of Tin Star Records, it was in 2012 that Danielle Egnew of Tin Star contacted Eric and the Band about signing with them, The band auditioned for the record company at the UMF run party on Saturday, September 1st. On October 16th, the band signed the contract with Tin Star Records. However, the contract was short-lived for various reasons and they are not signed with them any more.
berry Smoke. He said he wakes up and
W: So, what’s coming up for the band in the future? They played a week in Stur-
They have their music, merchandise,
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Page for pictures and comments). They their first album. They did throw a rough demo together to sell at the rally, but this time, the cuts won’t be raw They will not be booking any gigs until the album comes out in November. Their first show will be the release party date (TBA). W: Who currently influences you? Blacksleeps by them at the moment. He just loves their music and style. We look forward to seeing what else is coming from Rebel Raised and wish them all the luck in the world (not that they need it). If you wish to check out more on Rebel Raised, visit their Reverbnation page at www.reverbnation.com/rebelraised. and much more on this page!
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Random Rant / Rave
Retort(s)
It is hard to believe that with all the things
As you can see the most reasonable
We love the anonymity of this page, so
our government is having problems with
coverage is $148 per month for a total of
we refuse to give up who does the writ-
that they would put into action a health-
$1776 a year with a $20,000 deductible.
ing here. We think it’s only fair to allow the
care bill that is not only unconstitutional
That is about 125% increase to what I
community to be able to respond, which is
but ineffective for the people. It should
would normally be out of pocket and
what this space is for.
be my right as a citizen and a human to
does not cover dental or vision. Then
choose to carry health insurance or not.
there is the issue of the deductible, from
This bill gets far too involved in our per-
what information I found there will be no
sonal lives. I do not want my government
co-pay until the deductible has been
controlling my body or ruling where my
reached. Healthcare coverage like this
hard earned money is spent.
is only effective for a catastrophic event
I figure in the past 18 years I have spent about $10,000 dollars between health,
not the everyday medical issues most of us deal with.
Each and every issue (after this one, of course) we will publish responses that we receive from the community to Random Rants & Raves. Due to space, we will not always be able to publish each and every retort, so if you really wish to keep the dialogue going, please go to our website and continue the
dental and vision care. Of those 18 years
I have spoken with many people about
I probably had health insurance for 4-5
this healthcare bill some were excited
years. If I divide the $10,000 by the 13
to see it, they may have had pre-exist-
years I did not have health coverage I
ing condition or a job that did not offer
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spent an average of $769.23 per year. I
healthcare benefits. They were happy un-
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paid every dime of it out of my pocket,
til they got to see previews of the cost to
never asking the government or anyone
them. So many Americans live paycheck
else to foot the bill for me.
to paycheck just trying to keep a roof
I took the time to get some quotes for what this so called healthcare would cost me, a single 36 year old women, with no children and no pre-existing conditions. This is what I found: ďżź
over your head and food in your refrigerator. Now the government wants us to
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pay these outrageous healthcare costs or be fined, rather than being happy that we are employed and being a productive part of society. I am yet to see any of these great new programs our government has established, yet does not apply to them, work out and actually benefit the majority. I wonder whatever happened to; by the people, for the people?
Rants & Raves is written by anonymous author(s) here in town. The opinions of this column do not necessarily reflect the opinions of W Magazine of Wyoming. Rants submitted to W Magazine of Wyoming are printed exactly as they are received, with no editing. Also, if you are interested in taking this conversation further, please visit our website: www.wmagazineofwyoming.com and click on the Rants & Raves to visit the blog.
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Congratulations, Jessica Evenson!
Thank you to all of our photo contest entrants! All of the entries are below, so you can judge for yourself, but we were really taken with the little guy pictured above. In the future, we may not be able to publish all pictures submitted.
We are hoping to have as much community involvement as possible in this magazine and this is just the beginning! Also, if you have any ideas for improvement, please do not hesitate to contact us.
If you are interested in having your picture published in the spot above, send us an email with the picture (rebecca@thedesignburro. com) or mail it to us: W Magazine of Wyoming 209 Stocktrail Avenue Suite A Gillette, WY 82716
First Two Photos by Claudia Iacavetto; Last Four by Jessica Evenson
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There is no limit to the number of entries you can submit. A HUGE “Thank You� to both Jessica Evenson & Claudia Iacavetto for submitting their images. All of them were very beautiful and it is greatly appreciated.
Welcome to the Calendar of Events! While it is our goal to have ALL of the events in and around Campbell County, we realize that we are only two people and this is not going to be possible unless we have community involvement. If you know of an event or are involved with an event, feel free to send it to us! We are constantly looking for events and it is FREE to list them in this section, so don’t be shy! You can submit them to us by email: rebecca@thedesignburro.com OR snail-mail: W Magazine of Wyoming, 209 Stocktrail Avenue, Suite A, Gillette, WY 82716. If we have missed your event, we are sorry. This is a work in progress, so we apologize in advance. Also, this calendar is only as accurate as the last time we checked for events. If the event changed after we gathered it, it might be inaccurate. We are not responsible for canceled / changed events.
Around Wyoming “Art as Work, Work as Art” May 2013 - February 2014 8:00am - 6:00pm 2301 Central Avenue Cheyenne, Wyoming Free Entrance Days in National Parks August 25 - November 12 8:00am - 8:00pm ALL National Parks in Wyoming First Friday Scotch Sipping Friday, November 1 Friday, December 6 8:00pm - 9:00pm 290 Atlantic City Road Atlantic City, Wyoming Guys & Dolls Stage Play Thursday-Saturday, November 7-9 7:00pm 147 E. Hennick Pinedale, Wyoming Info: 307-367-2242 Second Saturday Scotch Sampling Saturday, November 9 Saturday, December 14 8:00pm - 9:00pm 290 Atlantic City Road Atlantic City, Wyoming Family Free Sunday Sunday, November 10 Sunday, December 8 Pinedale Aquatic Center Pinedale, Wyoming Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Wednesday, November 13 7:30pm - 10:00pm Cheyenne Civic Center Cheyenne, Wyoming Info: 307-673-6363 Off Square Theater Phantom Tollbooth Thursday-Saturday, November 14-16 3:00pm - 4:00pm Center Theater Jackson Hole, Wyoming Info: 307-733-3021
Lions Club Turkey Day Saturday, November 16 Bob Moore Parking Lot Cody, Wyoming Info: 307-527-7278 NJCAA Division 1 Volleyball Championship Friday-Sunday, November 21 - 23 9:00am - 3:00pm Casper Events Center Casper, Wyoming Holiday Craft Bazaar Sunday, November 23 Cody Auditorium Cody, Wyoming Jackson Hole Town Square Lighting Friday, November 29 5:00pm - 7:00pm Jackson Hole, Wyoming Cody Christmas Celebration Saturday, November 30 Downtoan Cody, Wyoming Festival of Trees & Auction Thursday-Friday, December 5-6 6:00pm - 9:00pm Saratoga, Wyoming Trail End Historic Site Holiday Open House Friday-Sunday, December 6-8 8:00am - 5:00pm Sheridan, Wyoming Buffalo Bill Center of the West Holiday Open House Saturday, December 7 Cody, Wyoming Christmas Parade & Winter Wonderland Saturday, December 7 5:30pm - 9:00pm Saratoga, Wyoming Winterfest Saturday, December 14 8:00am - 6:00pm 3:00 pm- 4:00pm Rawlins, Wyoming
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Christmas in Meeteetse Saturday, December 14 10:00am - 8:30pm Meeteetse, Wyoming
The Arts Dia De Los Muertos Auction November 1 6:00pm - 9:00pm AVA Community Center FRONTIER ARMY FORTS Exhibit opens November 5th Rockpile Museum This traveling exhibit from the Wyoming State Museum chronicles the presence of the military, primarily the U.S. Army, in Wyoming. The purchase of Fort Laramie in 1849 began a military presence here that continues today with F. E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne. For sixty years, the army established posts ranging from crude cabins for a handful of men to sprawling complexes of more than 100 buildings. Today, several of those forts are Wyoming State Historic Sites. The exhibit includes maps, text, and historic photographs. Holiday Extravaganza Artwork Due November 18 AVA Community Center AVA’s Holiday Extravaganza is open to all artists. Free entry. Commission for non-member is 60%-40%. Commision for members is 65%-35%. Please deliver your Holiday Extravaganza artwork to AVA by November 18. The Joy Luck Club (Play) Wednesday, November 6 7:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center Tickets go on sale August 12, 2013. Ticket Office: 307-682-8802
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Artist Reception - Chris Amend “Tales Waiting to be Told” Wednesday, November 6 5:00pm – 7:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center
Elite Fly Meetings November 20
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Thursday, November 14 Performances at 5pm & 8pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center Info: For tickets, 307-682-8802
UMF Meetings November 24 1:00pm Jake’s Tavern
Modern Dance - Momix-Botanica Sunday, November 17 7:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center Tickets go on sale August 12. 307-682-8802. Downtown Art Walk November 21st & December 19th 5:00pm - 8:00pm Gillette Main Street Take an evening stroll through downtown Gillette and view local artwork by local artists on display at local businesses! For more information, visit Gillette Downtown Art Walk on Facebook.
ABATE Meetings November 17 Toy Store on Swanson Rd
All Association Meeting November 9 1:00pm VnV / LV Public Appreciation Party Saturday, December 7th 6:00pm The American Legion WBA Christmas Party December 14th Jake’s Tavern
City Meetings City Offices Closed Monday, November 11 Thursday, November 28
SYBARITES String Quintet Friday, November 22 7:00pm - 9:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center Tickets go on sale August 12. 307-682-8802
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Henry and Mudge (Children’s Musical) Monday, November 25 6:30pm – 8:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center Tickets: 307-682-8802
Mayor’s Art Council Tuesday, November 5 5:30pm City Hall, 3rd Floor Conference Room
Sesame Street Live Friday, November 29 Performances at 1:00pm & 4:30pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center Tickets available online, by phone, or in person. 307-682-8802 Powder River Symphony Christmas at the Movies Sunday, December 15 3:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center Info: 307-670-2856, Brenda
Biker Organizations BACA Meetings November 2 WBA Meetings November 3 Jake’s Tavern American Legion Windriders Meeting November 6 7:00pm - 9:00pm American Legion
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City Council Meeting Tuesday, November 5 Tuesday, November 19th 7:00pm Council Chambers
Board of Examiners Tuesday, November 12 Noon Planning Commission Tuesday, November 12 Tuesday, November 26 7:00pm Council Chambers Parks & Beautification Thursday, November 14 5:30pm Community Conference Room, 2nd Floor of City Hall Public Works & Utilities Wednesday, November 20 5:30pm Engineering Conference Room, 2nd Floor of City Hall
Education / Classes for Adults Uncorked! Featuring Sarah Ferguson Friday, November 8 and 22 7:00pm - 9:00pm Class Fee: $35.00
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AVA Community Center Must be 21 to attend this class!!! This is a great relaxing painting class. Students will paint a picture on a 16x20 canvas with step by step instructions. No experience is necessary. AVA supplies all the materials needed. You provide your own cocktail. FUN, FUN!
Fundraisers / Benefits Pinnacle Bank Wreath Auction Friday, December 6th 6:00pm Moorcroft Pinnacle Bank Proceeds go to Cornerstone Ministries Blessings in a Backpack & Moorcroft Headstart Preschool. Wreaths are donated by Pinnacle Bank & decorated by businesses. For wreath or information, call 307-356-3473 Windriders of the American Legion 6th Annual Charity Benefit Saturday, November 7th American Legion Doors open at 5pm. Dinner is at 6pm. $100 per ticket, only 250 tickets sold. All prizes are tax-free.
Kids & Family Pottery Planet Tuesdays in November 4:00pm - 5:00pm Class Fee: $12.50, Member Fee: $10.00 AVA Community Center For ages 8 and older. If your child is under 8, they may attend but need to be accompanied by an adult. Super Sculptor Series Wednesdays in November 4:00pm - 5:30pm Class Fee: $12.50, Member Fee: $10.00 AVA Community Center This is the class for those who like to work in three dimensions! Create sculptures and build constructions in paper mache, plaster and other materials. Doodlers Kid Club Thursdays in November 4:00pm - 5:00pm Class Fee: $12.50, Member Fee: $10.00 AVA Community Center For ages 8 and older. If your child is under 8, they may attend but need to be accompanied by an adult. Painting, sculptur e and drawing are some of the things that will be covered. Little Tikes Fridays in November 10:00am - 11:00am Class Fee: $7.00
Open 7 Days a Week Monday-Saturday 10am-7pm Sunday, 1pm-5pm
paint your own pottery & art studio
ALL ages welcome!
Lazy L Band Friday & Saturday, December 13 & 14 Jake’s Tavern Jack Danny Band Friday & Saturday, December 20 & 21 Jake’s Tavern Hexachord Friday & Saturday, December 27 & 28 Jake’s Tavern
122 S. Gillette Ave. 307-257-2472
paint your own canvas ~ pottery wheels & clay
https://www.facebook.com/handsonpottery No Studio Fees or Charge for the Party Room ~ Gift Certificates Available AVA Community Center Children spend an hour working through four fun art stations at their own pace; designed for ages 18 months to 6 years. Kid’s Night Out November 1, December 6 6:00pm - 9:00pm C.C. Recreation Center Children in 1st-5th grades are welcome to register. Children must be registered by noon on the day of the event and must have a swimsuit and towel. Call 307-682-8527 for more information. Milk Splash Fridays November 8 & 22 December 6, 20 10:00am - 12:00pm C.C. Recreation Center Enjoy a carton of milk and a special snack after family swim. Family swim is a designated time for parents and their children to socialize with other families and enjoy the water together. Parents must accompany their children in the water. School’s Out Public Skate Dates: November 29 Cam-Plex Wyoming Center Spirit Hall For more information about the Ice Arenas, please call 307-687-1555. Special Swim Days November 6 & 27, December 10 1:30pm - 4pm (Early Release Days) November 7-8, 28-29 1:00pm - 4pm (No School Days) C.C. Recreation Center Kids’ Entertainment Sesame Street LIVE Friday, November 29 Performances at 1pm & 4pm! Cam-Plex Heritage Center Tickets available online, by phone or in person! 307-682-8802.
Christmas Break Swim December 23 - January 3 1:00pm - 4:45pm No swimming on December 24 & 25
Live Music / Open Mic Karaoke at Sundance Lounge Every Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 8:00pm Karaoke at The American Legion Every Saturday 6:00pm Karaoke at Fireside Every Thursday & Saturday 8:00pm Open Mic at Brothers Coffee First & Third Friday Every Month 7:00pm -9:00pm Live Music Every Wednesday at 6:00pm Every Friday at 7:00pm Prairie Fire Brewing Company Face Lift Friday & Saturday, November 1 & 2 Jake’s Tavern Walker Williams Friday & Saturday, November 8 & 9 Jake’s Tavern Double Vision Friday, November 15 & 16 Jake’s Tavern Kip Attaway & Doo Wah Riders with Double Vision Saturday, November 16 Jake’s Tavern Montage Friday & Saturday, November 22 & 23 Jake’s Tavern Flip Tucker & The Renegades Friday & Saturday, November 29 & 30 Jake’s Tavern Ruckus Friday & Saturday, December 6 & 7 Jake’s Tavern
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Open 7 Days A Week
HAPPY HOUR 4pm–7pm
~ LIV E Entertainment ~ Friday & Saturday Nights Dance Hall Huge Outdoor Beer Garden Horseshoe Pits
2 Full Bars Motorcycle Parking Arcade, Pool Tables & Dart Boards
~ NEW Early Morning ~
HAPPY HOUR Tuesday & Friday 7am–11am For upcoming events, check out our website:
www.jakestavern.com
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November 2013 Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday 1
All Saints’ Day
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Daylight Saving
Muharram
Time Ends
(Islamic New Year)
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All Souls’ Day
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Veterans’ Day
Lincoln’s Birthday, Presidents’ Day, First Day
American Indian
of Hanukkah
Heritage Day, &
& Thanksgiving
Black Friday
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December 2013 Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
Saturday
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Last Day First Sunday Advent
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Pearl Harbor
of Hanukkah
Cyber Monday
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St. Nicholas’ Day
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Remembrance Day
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Feast of the Immaculate
Feast of Our Lady
Conception
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Wright Brothers Day
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Winter Solstice
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Kwanzaa Christmas Eve
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Christmas Day
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New Year’s Eve
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Other Events Veterans’ Breakfast Last Tuesday of Every Month 8:00am Campbell County Senior Center Different guest speakers every month. Veterans of any age are invited to participate. Dance Every Friday 6:00pm The American Legion
Cam-Plex Heritage Center Green Room Call the Ticket Office to Pre-Register, 307-682-8802. Rotary Cajun Club Friday, November 8 6:00pm – 10:00pm Cam-Plex Energy Hall Info: 307-686-9200, Josh McGrath Calcutta for Cam-Plex Rodeo December 30th Jake’s Tavern
Hillcrest, Wagonwheel & Prairiewind School Program Tuesday, November 19 6:30pm – 7:15pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center
Acting Classes Saturday, November 2 9:30am - 4:30pm
Twin Spruce Junior High Choir Concert
Season Ticket Single Game
$275 $14
General Admittance Season Adult
$200
Single Game Adult $10 Single Game Youth (6-12) $5 Single Game Student (13-19) $7 or Military (with Identification) Children 5 and Under FREE
OCTOBER
Friday - 4th @ Great Falls Saturday - 5th @ Great Falls Friday - 11th HOME Helena Saturday - 12th HOME Helena Thursday - 17th HOME Billings Friday - 18th @ Bozeman Saturday - 19th @ Bozeman Friday - 25th @ Yellowstone Sunday - 27th @ Billings
NOVEMBER
Friday - 1st @ Billings Saturday - 2nd @ Glacier in Glasco Friday - 8th HOME Yellowstone Saturday - 9th @ Yellowstone Friday - 15th @ Helena Saturday - 16th @ Helena Friday - 22nd HOME Bozeman Saturday - 23rd HOME Bozeman Friday - 29th HOME Glacier Saturday - 30th HOME Glacier
DECEMBER
Friday - 6th HOME Great Falls Saturday - 7th HOME Great Falls Thursday - 12th @ Billings Tuesday 17th - Thurday 20th - SHOW CASE Tuesday - 31st @ Yellowstone
JANUARY
Friday - 3rd HOME Great Falls Saturday - 4th HOME Great Falls Friday - 10th @ Helena Saturday - 11th @ Helena Friday - 17th HOME Glacier Saturday - 18th HOME Glacier Sunday - 19th @ Billings Friday - 24th HOME Billings Saturday - 25th HOME Yellowstone Sunday - 26th @ Yellowstone Thurdays - 30th @ Great Falls Friday -31st @ Great Falls
FEBRUARY
Friday - 7th @ Bozeman Saturday - 8th @ Bozeman Friday - 14th HOME Bozeman Saturday - 15th HOME Bozeman Thursday - 20th HOME Billings Friday - 21st @ Yellowstone Thursday - 27th HOME Helena Friday - 28th HOME Helena
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NOVEMBER S M T W T F 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 DECEMBER S M T W T F 1 8 15 22 29
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3 10 17 24 31
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5 12 19 26
6 13 20 27
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JANUARY S M T W T F 1 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 27 28 29 30 31
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FEBRUARY S M T W T F 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 28
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MARCH S M T W T 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 13 16 17 18 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 30 31
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Lakeview School Program Tuesday, December 10 5:30pm - 6:30pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center Rozet School Program Tuesday, December 10 7:00pm - 8:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center
Hillcrest School Program Thursday, December 12 5:30pm - 6:30pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center
Home Games
Thursday - 19th @ Glacier Friday - 20th @ Glacier Saturday - 21st @ Glacier Friday - 27th HOME Billings
SEPTEMBER M T W T F 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 13 16 17 18 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 30
S 1 8 15 22 29
Away Games
SEPTEMBER
Reserved
Conestoga 5th & 6th Choir Monday, December 9 5:45pm - 6:30pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center
John Paul II Christmas Program Wednesday, December 11 7:00pm - 8:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center
GILLETTE WILD SCHEDULE
Ticket Prices:
Paintbrush School Program Tuesday, December 3 6:30pm - 7:30pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center
Wagonwheel School Program Monday, December 9 7:00pm - 8:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center
School Events
Annual Awards Banquet Campbell County Chamber Friday, November 1 6:00pm – 12:00am Cam-Plex Energy Hall Info: 682-3673, Julie Simon
Monday, December 2 7:00pm - 9:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center
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Meadowlark School Program Thursday, December 12 7:00pm - 8:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center Conestoga 3rd & 4th Grade School Program Tuesday, December 17 6:00pm - 7:00pm Cam-Plex Heritage Center
Seasonal Veteran’s Day Parade 2013 Honoring Campbell County Veterans Monday, November 11 Lineup starts @ 12:00 PM Parade starts @ 1:00 PM Secret Santa Program Letters available to adopt November 11th This is offered through a combined effort with the Council of Community Services & Recreation Department. The program allows the community to view and adopt letters to Santa from children who are less fortunate. For more information, please call the Recreation Center at 682-8527. Donation and sponsors are needed.
Festival of Trees Friday-Sunday, November 22-24 Fri & Sat, 9:00am – 3:00pm Sun, 1:00pm – 5:00pm Cam-Plex Energy Hall Friday: Festival Kick-Off 5:00pm9:00pm Sponsored by Cloud Peak Energy. Enjoy Carolers, Pictures with Santa for purchase, Cider, Cocoa & Cookies. Saturday: VIP Reception (Ticketed Event) $20 per person (688-8733). Come for hor d’oeuvres and enjoy the trees. Sponsored by White’s Frontier Motors. Friday: Auction Night. Sponsored by Rocky Mountain Hoist. 7:00pm doors open. 7:15pm Auction begins. Sunday: Family Day Sponsored by Thunder Basin Ford. 1:00pm-5:00pm Open to the public. Admission is one canned food item. Pictures with Santa for purchse, crafts, youth choice voting & Reveal. For more information, call Erik at 688-TREE. Jingle Bell Hike to Santa Sunday, December 1 2:00pm - 4:00pm Cam-Plex Park A FREE event, sponsored by Medicap Pharmacy. Families will hike around Cam-Plex Park eventually ending at the WPA Building to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus. Santa will have a sugar treat and a gift to give each child. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of holiday exercise and fun. All ages welcome. Please feel free to pack your camera and take a snapshot! Children’s Holiday Festival Sponsored by: Habitat for Humanity Saturday, December 7 10:00am - 4:00pm Cam-Plex Central Pavilion Info: 307-670-5640, Katie Parade of Lights Saturday, December 7th 5:00pm Downtown Gillette ABATE of NE Wyoming Toy Store Parade Saturday, December 7th Lineup at 1:30pm Parade begins at 2:00pm Cookies & Hot Cocoa with Santa following at AM Vets (BINGO). Downtown Gillette SANTA!!! Saturday, December 14th Time: TBA The American Legion Upstairs There will be cookies and hot cocoa.
2013-2014 November/December Sports & Activity Schedule FOOTBALL DATE
OPPONENT
LOCATION
TIME
11/1
Playoff (V)
TBD
TBD
11/8
Semi Final (V)
TBD
TBD
11/16
Championship (V)
TBD
TBD
PERFORMING ARTS 11/2
Fiddler on the Roof
Gillette
7:00pm
11/11
Veteran’s Day Concert
Gillette
7:00pm
11/12
Jazz Gala
Gillette
7:00pm
DATE
OPPONENT
LOCATION
TIME
10/31-11/2
State (V)
Casper
TBD
VOLLEYBALL
ABATE of NE Wyoming Toy Store OPEN December 19th-21st Times: TBA For more information, contact The Council of Community Services. 5th Aunnual Skate Around the Tree December 24 1:00pm - 4:00pm Spirit Hall Ice Arena Buck & Ball Rodeo Tuesday, December 31 Doors open at 5:00pm Rodeo starts at 6:45pm in WY Center Dance to follow in Central Pavilion Cam-Plex Wyoming Center Equality & Frontier Hall AND Central Pavilion Info: 307-299-3789, Tachana
Sports & Recreation Boys 4th – 6th Grade Basketball Registration: Nov. 4 - Dec. 8 C.C. Recreation Center or Online Practices will begin after the coaches meeting with games starting on or after January 11th. http://www.ccprd. com Adult Racquetball Lessons Tuesdays Session III: Nov. 5, 12, 19, 28 Session IV: Dec. 3, 10, 17 Beginner: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Fee: $25.00 - Session IV: $20 Registration Deadline: Sunday prior to the start of the session. C.C. Recreation Center Shimokawara Karate Session III: November 5-28 Session IV: December 3-19 Days: Tuesday / Thursday Beginner / Intermediate: 7:00pm 8:00pm Advanced: 8:00pm - 9:00pm Fee: $27.00 Individual, $50.00 Family Sage Valley JH Wrestling Room Students are required to buy a Gi (Karate Uniform) for $40. Gillette Gun Club Banquet Friday, November 1st 5:00pm - 12:00am Cam-Plex Wyoming Center Equality Hall Info: 307-689-4668, Harvey Fridley Gillette Challenger League Games (Special Needs Children Games) Tuesday, November 5 6:00pm – 7:00pm Cam-Plex Wyoming Center Equality Hall Junior Racquetball Thursdays Session III: November 7, 14, 21 Session IV: December 5, 12, 19 Fee: $20.00 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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2013-2014 Home Schedule NOVEMBER 11/8 11/22 11/23
Yellowstone vs. Gillette Bozeman vs. Gillette Bozeman vs. Gillette
Military Appreciation Night
DECEMBER 12/6 12/7
Great Falls vs. Gillette Great Falls vs. Gillette
Teddy Bear Toss & A Very Wild Christmas Skate with the Wild
JANUARY 1/3 1/4 1/17 1/8 1/24 1/25
Great Falls vs. Gillette Great Falls vs. Gillette Glacier vs. Gillette Glacier vs. Gillette
Parent Appreciation Night
Billings vs. Gillette Yellowstone vs. Gillette
Fan Appreciation Night & Skate
FEBRUARY 2/14 2/15 2/20 2/27 2/28
Bozeman vs. Gillette Bozeman vs. Gillette
Freeze Out Cancer Skate with the Wild
Billings vs. Gillette Helena vs. Gillette Helena vs. Gillette
MARCH 3/6
Yellowstone vs. Gillette
Billet Appreciation Night
Puck Drops at 7:05pm
Games held at Spirit Hall • Cam-Plex
For Ticket Information:
www.gillettewildhockey.com Registration Deadline is the Monday prior to the start of each session. Campbell County Recreation CenterJunior Racquetball is an opportunity for junior players of all abilities to improve their game., develop their skills and meet other junior players for ongoing play. Junior Racquetball will teach basic racquetball techniques and strategy, while having fun. Open to beginners and experience players, ages 7-17.
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Coal Miner’s Daughters Roller Derby Bout Saturday, November 16 6:00pm - 10:00pm Cam-Plex Central Pavilion Info: 307-363-COAL, Lylie Weeks http://www.coalminersdaughters.com Advance Tickets: $8, avalibale at Aloha Travel. At Door: $9 with 2 cans of food or $10 per person. 12 & under are free with a paying adult. MMA Fighting - Ringwars Saturday, November 23 Beginning at 7:00pm Cam-Plex Wyoming Center Equality Hall Info: 605-209-6288, Matt DeWolfe Ticket Prices TBA 21st Annual Turkey Trot Thursday, November 28th Pre-Registration Deadline: Mon., Nov. 25 Walkers Begin at 8:00am Runners Begin at 9:00am Cam-Plex Park WPA Building Entry forms available on November 1st. For more information, call 307-6828527. Bench Press Competition Saturday, December 14 Registration Deadline: December 10 11:30am - Weigh in at 10:45am Fee: $20 C.C. Recreation Center Come down and see if all that hard work is paying off! Wilks Formula will be used. Prizes will be awared for 1st Place and Runner-up. Dodgeball Tournament Friday, December 20 6:00pm Registration Ends Dec. 18 at 10:00pm Fee: $80 / Team Rosters Due: Wed, Dec. 18 by 10:pm Teams consist of 6 players (ages 16 and up) with an 8 player maximum roster. Format is round robin with double elimination bracket. Each game will last a maximum of 8 minutes or until one team has its players eliminated.
Tradeshows / Markets Tradeshow Petticoats & Parasols Gala Saturday, November 9 10:00am – 5:00pm Cam-Plex Central Pavilion Info: 701-260-4442, Kat Neidhart katsjewelbox.com
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Up in Arms Gun Show & Flea Market November 22-24 Fri, 3:00pm – 7:00pm. Sat, 9:00 – 5:00pm Sun, 9:00am – 3:00pm Cam-Plex Central Pavilion Info: 208-241-1279, Emery Webster New Life Wesleyan Ladies Craft Show Friday-Saturday, December 6-7 Friday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Cam-Plex Wyoming Center Equality Hall Info: 307-685-8134, Darci Larson
Western / 4-h Stock Dog Trials Saturdays, November 9 & 14 10:00am – 5:00pm Cam-Plex Barn 3 Info: 307-682-2658, Penny Allemand Pro Jackpots Barrels & Poles Saturday, November 2 9:00am - 6:00pm Cam-Plex East Pavilion Info: 307-687-0566, Paula O’Connell ACTRA Team Roping November 16-17 9:00am - 6;00pm, Saturday 9:00am - 4:00pm, Sunday Cam-Plex East Pavilion Info: 307-751-3966, Vicki Benedict Ranch Sorting - Thar’s November 30 - December 1 Beginning at 9am, both days Cam-Plex East Pavilion Info: 307-685-0149, Stacy Thar Gentle Horse Workshops Saturdays, December 7, 14 & 21 Cam-Plex East Pavilion Horsemanship Classes for ALL ages! For more info: 307-682-0552 More Information TBA ACTRA Friday Night Roping Friday, December 27 6:00pm - 9:00pm Cam-Plex East Pavilion Info: 307-751-2962, Gary Mefford http://www.actra.org
Campbell County Public Library November & December Activities Artist of the Month (November)
Teens
Artist of the Month (December)
CCPL Dungeons & Dragons Club • Mondays at 4:00pm & Saturdays at 10:00am •
Laura Devins Chapman Laura Devins Chapman
CCPL Teen Card Club • Tuesdays at 4:00pm •
One-on-One Computer Classes • Beginning Computer, Internet, & Email • Call Pat at 687-9228 to sign up
CCPL Teen Minecraft Club • Thursdays at 4:00pm •
CCPL Test Proctoring • As part of your library’s mission to provide lifelong learning, FREE test proctoring services are offered at CCPL during regular library hours. Call 687-9210 for info.
CCPL Teen Anime Club • Thursdays at 7:00pm • CCPL Open-Play Gaming • Saturdays at 1:00pm •
CCPL Adult RPG Game Night • Age 19 & up, Tuesdays at 6:30pm
CCPL Early Release Game Day • November 6th & 27th at 1:00pm • • December 11th at 1:00pm •
CCPL Open Sundays 1:00pm - 5:00pm (unless otherwise noted) CCPL and WBL Closed the following days November 11th & 12th for Veterans’ Day December 1st CCPL Local Author Darcy Acord Circling Back Home: Writing Memior Workshop and Book Signing • November 24th at 1:00pm
CCPL Teen Advisory Board Meeting • November 6th at 4:00pm • • December 11th at 4:00pm • CCPL S.L. Rottman, Young Adult Author • November 12th at 7:00pm • CCPL Gordon Korman, Young Adult Author • November 21th at 7:00pm •
Library Board Meeting Nov. 25th & Dec. 16th at 1:00pm WBL Adult Book Discussion November 26th at 5:00pm
Children
CCPL Toddler Time (18 months to 3 years) • Thursdays at 9:30am CCPL Families & Jammies (birth to 6th grade) • Thursdays at 6:30pm NO CCPL Story Progams November 26th-28th December 24th - January 2nd WBL Storytime • Wednesdays at 11:00am No Storytime 11/27
Award-winning young adult author S. L. Rottman will be visiting CCSD 10th grade classes November 11-13 to talk about the writing process and about writing as a career choice. Join her for an evening discussion of her work in the CCPL Teen Room. Rottman is a secondary teacher as well as author. Her stories explore difficult issues such as alcoholism, abuse, Down syndrome, and missing siblings. Her newest story attacks teen issues in the fantasy genre. This event is paid for with a grant from the Campbell County Community Public Recreation District.
Gordon Korman to Speak at CCPL Award-winning author Gordon Korman will be visiting CCSD junior high schools November 1822. Korman will host an evening discussion in the CCPL Teen Room. Korman is the author of several Soaring Eagle Book Award favorites and has written approximately 70 humorous or suspenseful middle grade and young adult novels. His stories are a combination of real life and pure imagination. “I always start off with something real, but then unleash my imagination to make it more exciting, funnier, or a better story,” says the author. This event is paid for with a Campbell County Community Public Recreation District grant.
Darcy Acord to Speak at CCPL
CCPL & WBL • Libraries close at 5:00pm 11/27/2013 • Libraries closed all day November 28th • Libraries close at noon on December 24th • Libaries closed all day December 25th • Libraries closed from 5:00pm 12/31-1/1 CCPL Storytime (3-5 year olds) • Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 10:30am
S.L. Rottman to Speak at CCPL
WBL Early Release Movie Day • November 6th & 27th at 5:00pm WBL Nighttime Storytime • November 21st at 5:00pm CCPL Family BINGO Day • November 7th at 2:00pm WBL Wii Family Game Day • November 7th at 3:15pm CCPL Kid Move Matinee Day • November 29th at 2:30pm
Meet the New CCPLS Reference Librarian Ryan Brennan
“I’m a Rhode Island transplant who moved to Wyoming in 2011. I spent the previous two years as a Reference Librarian at the Natrona County Public Library in Casper. My other library stops have included the North Kingstown Free Library in North Kingstown, RI and the McKillop Library at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI. I received my Master’s in Library and Information Science from the University of Rhode Island and my Bachelor’s degree in History from Rhode Island College. I’m an avid sports fan, history buff, and nonfiction reader. I count the 49ers, Red Sox, and Bruins among my favorite teams. The best nonfiction book I’ve read lately is The Unwinding: An Inner History of the New America by George Packer. Back home I enjoyed kayaking and try to get involved in organized sports whenever possible.” Ryan comes to CCPLS highly recommended and we are happy he’s joined our staff. Welcome to CCPLS, Ryan!!
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Darcy Lipp-Acord, a newly published local author, will speak at CCPLS on Sunday, November 24. Acord, CCPLS Young Adult Librarian, will host “Circling Back Home: Writing Memoir” from 1-3 p.m and a book signing starting at 3 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. From Linda Hasselstrom’s blog: “Circling Back Home is the story of one woman, at a time when values of home, family, and care of the land seem increasingly absent, looking to her past to create a life of significance for her family. Her search takes her back to the prairie of her grandmothers, who survived personal hardships and lived off what the land provided. ... Written over ten years, these essays compose a picture of endurance and grace as the author addresses her history and finds her way home. “The granddaughter of immigrants, Darcy LippAcord grew up in Timber Lake, South Dakota, on a farm where three generations of her family have lived. She now resides on a ranch near the Montana-Wyoming border with her husband, Shawn, and their six children. Darcy graduated from Carroll College in Helena, Montana, and taught high school in Montana and Wyoming. Her essays have appeared in anthologies including Woven on the Wind, Crazy Woman Creek, and My Heart’s First Steps. She won Wyoming Arts Council’s Neltje Blanchan Doubleday Award for women writers. “
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Department
Break the Cycle of Holiday Weight Gain Watch what you drink:
local 5K run, taking the family skiing, or
through Christmas can be detrimental to
Water: Drink 8 oz of water before breakfast
biking through the mountain back roads.
those who are trying to watch their weight.
and then before each meal and snack of
Make this a challenging type activity that
Anyone who decides to take a hiatus during
the day. Before going to bed, drink another
will push your physical limits slightly. You will
this period may find that their weight scale
8oz.
be amazed at how good you feel about
reads 2-12 lbs heavier after the holiday sea-
on it throughout the day.
your accomplishment.
Alcohol: During those holiday parties, it is
Be careful what you eat:
easy to drink a little more than normal. Try
Don’t overeat: During the holidays it can
to limit your adult beverages, as alcohol
be easy to overindulge in all the goodies.
contains 7calories/gram(vs. 4calories/gram
Remember to eat until your “satisfied”, not
for carbs and protein and 9 calories/gram
until your stuffed.
The few short
weeks from Halloween
son; which is not that uncommon for the average American. Many tend to get caught up in this yearly cycle of gaining weight over the holidays, then becoming frustrated with themselves, only to set an unrealistic New Year’s Resolution on January 2nd. Only after discovering that those extra 10 lbs. are not nearly as easy to lose as they were to gain, they become more frustrated. They find a little glimmer of hope by trying a new diet that their best friends sister-in-law swears helped her lose 15lbs. in 6 weeks. Unfortunately, after struggling through the next 7 months of salads and soul searching, they find that it is almost that time of the year again to start their next holiday cycle. If this cycle sounds somewhat familiar to you, maybe it’s time to break the cycle, avoid that unwanted weight gain, and have all your friends talking about your secret to looking great after the holidays. Follow these helpful tips to make this year your healthiest holiday season ever.
Have a water bottle close by and sip
for fat) and often times we are snacking on unhealthy snacks while drinking.
Don’t skip meals: Skipping meals will only make you hungrier during your next meal. It
Make exercise a priority:
may also mean that you have been snack-
Daily: Find ways to fit some added exercise
ing more than you should throughout the
into your daily routine. (ei, take the stairs in-
day.
stead of the elevator, park your car in the farthest parking space at Wal-Mart, or take a couple laps between your kids soccer games.
Don’t be a stress eater:
emotions have you reaching for those sugar cookies, slap your hand and take a brisk walk instead.
Weekly: At a minimum try to get to the gym at least 3-4 times per week. By going to the gym you have committed yourself to getting your exercise in, and you will not have the same distractions or excuses as you would if you were to exercise at home. Be stronger than excuses. Monthly: Pick at least one day out of the month to take part in some type of “exercise event”. This might include signing up for a
Do eat smaller portions: Don’t feel like you can’t enjoy a little holiday cheer but be sure to eat smaller portions when you do. Do eat fruits and vegetables:
you up so you are less likely to over eat the unhealthier options. Do provide some healthy alternatives: There are some healthy dishes that taste great and are also healthy. Try these for a
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Fruits and
vegetables provide lots of nutrition and fill
change of pace this year.
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BENEFIT AUCTION FOR
MIKE RODGERS
(VETERAN), a Gillette resident, who suffered a severe stroke in July which has caused him to not be able to return to work for an extended period of time.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND AMERICAN LEGION DINNER at 6:00pm (downstairs) AUCTION at 7:00pm (upstairs) Live Auction presented by Chuck Wood. All proceeds go to The Rodgers’ family. Please plan on attending to help his family out in their time of need. Did you know…
with Dr. Amber Ide
November is American Diabetes Month? Diabetes leads to a decreased ability of the body to fight off bacteria even in our mouths and delayed healing once infection occurs. If the bacteria are not destroyed by our body’s defense system, it can lead to inflammation of the gums, also known as gingivitis. Gingivitis in turn can progress to periodontitis which is destruction of the underlying bone and soft tissue that supports our teeth. Our mouths are filled with many different kinds of bacteria and without proper oral hygiene, especially for those of us who have diabetes, gum disease can become more prevalent. To combat the effects of our body’s decreased ability to fight off the bad bacteria, be sure to stick to a strict regimen of brushing at least twice per day and flossing at least once per day to help clean areas susceptible to bacterial infection. Additionally, it is important to visit your dentist and hygienist every 6 months for your bi-annual cleaning to ensure overall oral health management.
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Black Hills Parrot Wel Driving east along South Dakota Hwy 212, from Belle Fourche, lies a blue building off on the right side of the road. There are a few unidentifiable structures next to the building. However, if one swings in and spends some time, there is an amazing world that awaits them. Greg & Cindy Poulain run this non-profit charity that helps out parrots and other birds who are in need of loving care and forever homes. Although their main focus is on the parrots, there are many more types of birds within the center. For example, Murphy is a an example of a rare bird. Murphy is a cross between a raven and a crow (both African species). He can speak, but he has to be kept separate from the other birds due to the fact that he might try to eat them. As of this writing, the center currently has over 100 birds that are hunting for a family to love. There are also birds who are at the Center for rehabilitation due to former stressful and/ or abusive living situations. Many of these birds have feather issues such as plucking or conditions that are a result of poor diet prior to living at the center. The
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and Education Center is open year round from 10:30 to 5:30 on differing days, depending upon the time of year. Hours of operation are on the next page (far right). The focus of the center is to raise awareness about birds, especially parrots, and to educate the public. Greg & Cindy offer a class for those interested in learning. The class costs around $30 and includes lunch. It is a basic avian class that covers proper avian care and more! It is extremely informative for anyone interested in either owning a parrot or just wanting to know more about them. By the way, if you are interesting in adopting a bird from The Black Hills Parrot Welfare & Education center, it is mandatory to take part in this class. Note that by taking the class, you are not guaranteed approval to adopt a bird from them as there are more steps to the adoption process. Greg has many rare and even some endangered birds in the center. The toucan exhibit is one such example in that three of the toucans in this fivebird exhibit are some of the rarest in the world. There are also the Cuckoos birds, of which Greg & Cindy have two. These two birds are related to the roadrunner and are the only two in the U.S. that are not in a zoo. The birds are allowed as much time out of their cages as is possible. As one meanders through the sanctuary, one will see birds outside of their cages, visiting other birds and speaking to you as you walk around in the store. In the warmer months of the year, the birds are given time in the outdoor aviaries so they can soak up the sun and socialize with the other birds even more. In June, I had the opportunity to visit
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the center for their Annual Parrot Festival. There were a variety of events during the festival. For example, the Flying Elvi from Las Vegas, Nevada came for the 2-day event. These gentleman are skydivers who dress up as Elvis. They jumped four separate times during the festival and were quite a hit, although I’m sure the birds in the parrot park were thinking that they were the biggest raptors they’d ever seen, due to the fact that there was quite the uproar from the birds as the Elvi fell from the sky. The Parrot Festival is a chance for families to come and visit the birds and also to listen to different speakers from around the country who talk about parrot care and wild birds found right here in the United States. Along with this are vendors who donate their time to help a good cause. All proceeds from this year’s Parrot Festival went to help out “Doc,” a Blue & Gold Macaw who has Papaloma and requires surgery. Doc will never be fully cured from the Papaloma Virus, and because it is highly contagious to other birds, Doc will never be able to be in contact with his own kind. He will forever be on the fringe; however, he does get time outside within full view of the other birds, so he can “talk” to them. Right now, he can also see the birds in the store, but he is in a separate room. The center is not just about rehabilitation and education, although these are highly important objectives to Greg and to Cindy. They also offer boarding and consultation along with clipping wings and nails. Most of these services
elfare & Education Center are offered as donation only, meaning that Greg or Cindy will clip your bird’s wings and/or nails for a donation, although it will be required for you to sign a waiver first, just as a person must sign a waiver before being allowed to handle any of the birds. It really is quite the experience being around these birds, many of whom have huge personalities & big hearts. Plan a short trip‌you will not be disappointed. A note from Greg & Cindy: Thousands of exotic companion birds are displaced each year simply because their caretakers can no longer provide the time or attention they require, either because their lives or interests have changed. The least fortunate unwanted birds are passed from home to home before dying from neglect or abuse. The lucky ones end up in shelters or sancuaries. Please help us help them. Black Hills Parrot Welfare is incorporated with the state of South Dakota as a non-profit organization and we are a 501 (C-3). Paypal donations are sent to bhparrotwelfare@yahoo.com.
Black Hills Parrot Welfare & Education Center
Contact Information: bhparrotwelfare@yahoo.com www.blackhillsparrotwelfare.org 11132 Valley 1Road
Belle Fourche
Belle Fourche, SD 57717 605-892-2336
Location: Just off of Highway 212, one mile east of Belle Fourche. Look for the blue buildings on the south side of Highway 212.
Update: Doc, sadly, went over the rainbow bridge on Tuesday, September 24th while at CSU to receive his treatment. There was nothing the very skilled veterinarians could do for him as his condition was too far gone.
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Powder River It’s in Manufactured Homes OUR best interest. 307-687-0333
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Land / Home Packages Available!
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CHUCK WOOD AUCTION COMPANY
4 Emerald Ave. • Gillette, WY 82716
307-682-3383 • 307-680-4210
11/02/2013 American Legion Windrider Scholarship Event 11/19/2013 Moose Lodge Cash Bash 11/22/2013 American Legion Benefit Auction for Mike Rogers 11/23/2013 Ruffs in Rozet Min Rigler Benefit Auction 12/06/2013 Pinnacle Bank Wreath Auction - Moorcroft chuckwoodauction@hotmail.com www.chuckwoodauction.com Auctions, Rodeos, Team Roping, Announcing
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PRONGHORN Men’s Basketball November 1st
vs. South Dakota School of Mines 7:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
November 2nd
vs. Eastern Wyoming 7:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
November 8th
PRONGHORN Women’s Basketball November 1st
vs. Northeastern Junior College 5:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
November 2nd
vs. Colorado Northwestern 5:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
November 8th
vs. Sheridan College 5:30pm - @ Casper, WY
November 9th
vs. Williston State College 8:00pm - @ Williston, ND
vs. Otero College 1:00pm - @ Casper, WY
November 9th
vs. Colorado Northwestern 5:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
vs. United Tribes Technical College 4:00pm - @ Williston, ND
November 14th
vs. Colorado Northwestern CC 7:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
November 15th
vs. Colorado Christian College 7:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
November 14th
November 15th
vs. McCook College 5:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
November 16th
vs. Williston State College 5:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
November 22nd
vs. Colorado Northwestern 1:30pm - @ Powell, WY
November 23rd
vs. College of Great Falls JV 11:00am - @ Powell, WY
November 27th
vs. Salt Lake Community College 5:30pm - @ SLC, UT
November 29th
vs. Utah State University - Eastern 3:00pm - @ Ephraim, UT
November 30th
vs. Snow College 4:00pm - @ Ephraim, UT
December 4th
vs. Northwest College 5:30pm - @ Powell, WY
December 7th
vs. Sheridan College 5:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
December 16th
vs. Pima Community College 7:00pm - @ Tucson, AZ
December 17th
vs. Cochise College 3:00pm - @ Tucson, AZ
November16th
vs. Williston State College 7:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
Toy Store
November 22nd
Toy Parade
vs. Cole College 3:00pm - @ Scotts Bluff, NE
November 23rd
vs. Western Nebraska CC 7:00pm - @ Scotts Bluff, NE
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November 29th
vs. Rocky Mountain College 7:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
Line up @ Twin Spruce – 1:30 PM
November 30th
PARADE – 2:00 PM ALL Floats welcome-NO ENTRY FEE!
vs. Colorado Kings 5:00pm - @ Gillette, WY
December 4th
vs. Northwest College 7:30pm - @ Powell, WY
Come see Santa and enjoy some hot chocolate, cider & cookies!
We will only be accepting NEW Toys for the Toy Store!
December 7th
vs. Sheridan College 7:30pm - @ Gillette, WY
Or you can make a donation to the Toy Store Fund at Campco Credit Union, 902 E. 3rd St. in Gillette, or by contacting: Nancy Huyck 307-660-9952, Mike Argue 307299-7718 or Char Kirkendoll 307-660-8296
December 9th
vs. SD School of Mines & Technology
The Toy Store has been helping needy children in our area for over 25 years. ALL of our toys STAY LOCAL!
7:30pm - @ Gillette, WY December 13th vs. ABCD Academy 5:00pm - @ Gillette, WY
We Believe in Santa
December 15th vs. ABCD Academy 3:00pm - @ Gillette, WY
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The Gillette Main Street will also be hosting the Parade of Lights @ 5:00 PM
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Hello! A History of the Cell Phone Have you ever looked at your cell phone and wondered, “What is this thing attached to my hand?” We wake up to our cell phones and sometimes fall asleep with them. Some say it is an addiction – worse than all addictions. And, yes, they have different web sites for just this problem. If you have a smart phone, stay on that cell phone and surf the net. If you don’t have a smart phone put down your cell phone and log into the internet. Why? So we can educate you regarding your addiction. Really?!? Well, I was so intrigued, I did some research on the subject of the cell phone. I found, through my research that they actually started developing mobile phones as far back as the late 1800s and early 1900s. Wow! There is so much information, so I decided to just keep this article to how it went down here in America. The cell phone really started rolling here in 1956 with the first car phones, not car radio. Around 1964, a new operating system was developed that operated on a single channel. So basically, this removes the need for pushto-talk operators. Customers could dial phone numbers directly from their cars. In 1969, the self-dialing capability was upgraded and became standard in the United States. This new service is known as (IMTS) Improved Mobile Telephone Service. By 1971 AT&T was the first company to propose a modern-day mobile phone system to the FCC (Federal Communications Commission). It involves dividing cities into “cells”. Ha! I wondered where the term “cell phone” came from. Now we all know! So who invented the first cell phone and made the very first call? I know! It was Dr. Martin Cooper in 1973. Here’s a little tidbit on Marty. Martin “Marty”
Cooper (born December 26, 1928 in Chicago, Illinois, USA) is a pioneer and visionary in the wireless communications industry. With eleven patents in the field, he is recognized as an innovator in radio spectrum management. He invented the first personal handset while working for Motorola and took his new invention, the Motorola Dyna-Tac., to New York City where he showed it to the public -- A phone bigger than his head! He is credited with being the first person to make a call on a portable mobile-phone. So, yeah, Marty is to blame for our new BFF. Anyhow, he had invented the cell phone and proved it worked. By 1983, commercial cell phones are in use. In 1988 we experienced one of the most important years in cell phone evolution. The Cellular Technology Industry Association (CTIA) is created and helps to build the industry into an empire. One of its biggest contributions is when it helped create TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) phone technology, the most evolved cell phone technology yet. It becomes available to the public in 1991. IBM developed the first cell phone to incorporate a PDA feature as a prototype in 1994. Devices that combined telephone and computing was developed as early as 1973, but was not offered for sale until 1994. The term “smart phone” did not appear until 1997 during development. From 1999 to today, the public has had the smart phone! Yeah, they are pretty amazing. Modern cell phones are capable of much more than just sending and receiving phone calls. Mobile phones used in today’s world allow users to send and receive text messages, emails, photos and videos. You can access the Internet, play games, and
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listen to music. There is an app for almost anything you would like from finding your phone to finding your friends . The cell phone is an important communication tool, learning device, and just plain entertainment, I know my husband loves his Zaga Poker and there is nothing like waiting in line with a game to play. I have discovered some pretty interesting facts about our cell phone usage, terminology and habits. Here are a few of my favorites:
“The average user checks their phone 150 times per day.“ Yikes! “Twenty-four percent of the world’s population shares most things, if not everything.” Perhaps there are some things that we should not share? Ha!
“The Blue Tooth was named after a 10th century king named Harold Blue Tooth.” Why? I never figured that one out.
“Over 1000 cell phones are activated every minute.” Can anyone guess where the word “hello” came from? The next time you pick up your phone and say. “Hello?” think about this: It dates back to Alexander Graham Bell. “Hello” was his girlfriend’s name. Yep, that’s right! Her name was Margret Hello and he said you might forget his name, but
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you will never forget hers. Awww! Alexander was a romantic.
“Did you know an iPhone has more processing power than the north American Air Defense Command did in 1965?” Now for one of the most interesting and funniest facts I found:
“Huggies has invented a device that is manufactured in the diaper that will notify you as to when your baby
Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season!
is wet.” Download an app called TweetP and the device in the diaper senses when your baby wets. You receive a tweet. A look into the future amazed and excited me as to the possibilities that are in the works and coming our way. Some of these new technologies will empower us to own smart phones that will know when not to disturb us, and will charge itself. More and more we pay for bills, food, and entertainment by just scanning our cell phone at the register. No more looking for that credit card or debit card! The future cell phone will provide an endless amount of information. Companies are developing technology that will allow you to point your cell phone at a historical building, restaurant, or hospital and your phone will bring up information such as the history of the building, restaurant reviews, visiting hours & other information.
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Wondering what the future phone will look like? The answer is light and flexible. Yes, flexible as in you can bend them, wrap them around your wrist, etc. They are developing a model that the screen will fold into a little compact and everything is protected. Think James Bond talking to his watch.
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Owning a cell phone comes responsibility. For example, the laws of using our phones while driving or texting. At this time, there is no law in the state of Wyoming making it illegal to talk on your cell while driving, with the exception of Cheyenne. They have a law against talking on your phone while driving in the city limits. Texting while driving is a different story. It is absolutely illegal to text while driving in Wyoming and most states, for that matter. We also have a moral responsibility for our cell phones. We need to remember to use respect with others. Use proper etiquettes. If you’re sharing a meal, put it away. If you are in a meeting, it can wait. That’s what voice mail and texting are for. Be polite of others and excited for what the future brings. If you are not safe with your cell phone, you may not have a future.
Written & Researched by Emmaline Sargent Information for this article was researched from the world wide web. Thanks to the Robert Keith article on The History of the Mobile phone, Wikipedia, ask, abcnews.com, pcworld.com, frog design ublk, finder codes blog, pulse 2.0, google, wyogov.com, & future technology.
5:00 p.m. Downtown Gillette
2013 Campbell County Parade of Lights! “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” Saturday, Dec 7th, 2012
2013 Campbell County Parade of Lights!
5:00 p.m.
Saturday, Dec 7th, 2012
Downtown 5:00 p.m.
Gillette
Downtown Gillette
“Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”
“Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”
Brought to you by:
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Holiday Festival of Lights Brought to you by
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Wacky Laws in Wyoming Did you know that Plymouth was not the orignal landing site of the Pilgrims? In fact, Plymouth was not even where they were aiming to settle!
One:
You may not take a picture of a rabbit from January to April without an official permit.
Originally, they wanted to settle somewhere in present-day New York, but because of the impending winter and dwindling supplies, they decided to stay in Plymouth.
Two:
It is illegal for women to stand within five feet of a bar while drinking.
Strange & Lesser Known Holidays:
Three:
Any person who fails to close a fence is subject to a fine of up to seven hundred and fifty dollars.
November is National Model Railroad Month? AND November 3rd is “National Housewife’s Day?”
Four:
Using a firearm to fish is strictly forbidden.
December is Universal Human Rights Month? AND December 1st is “Eat a Red Apple Day?”
Answers from our Survey:
What was Gillette’s name before it was changed in 1892?
Deputy Robert Melvin:
Carmen Patterson:
Rachael Verry:
“Donkey Town”
“Rockpile”
“G-Hole”
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Butler Spaeth & 9th Street
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Take a look at this shot from Butler Spaeth (August 1977)! St. Matthews Catholic Church is just visible on the right side of the photograph. The photo below was taken this past May (2013). What a difference 36 years makes! #gogogillette Brought to you by The City of Gillette.
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Americans’ Pride Past • Present • Future
Veterans’ Day Parade 2013 Veterans’ Day Activities Monday, November 11th
• Placing Flags on Graves Mt. Pisgah Cemetery, 7am
• Memorial Ceremony Lasting Legacy Park, 11am
• Veterans’ Day Parade Start Time, 1pm
• Collect Flags from Graves Mt. Pisgah Cemetery, 4pm
• Reception
The American Legion Hall, 6pm
• Veterans’ Day Dinner The American Legion Hall, 7pm
Additional Information: www.ccveteransdayparade.org