Art, Santa, Music & More this Weekend!
Holiday Card Printmaking Workshop - Laramie County Community College
Thursday, December 11th | 2:00-4:00 PM | Free, All Ages, RSVP req.
Join artist Desirée Brothe and see how prints are made using soft rubber blocks and ink. For the first session, you'll make your very own cards using pre-cut designs and colored ink pads. In the second session, you'll learn to carve your own design into the rubber. Laramie County Library, Sage Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave. 307-634-3561
Santa at Blue World Headquarters
Thursday, December 11th | 5:00-7:00 PM | Free, All Ages, RSVP req.
Bring the family to visit Santa, craft, and enjoy cocoa and cookies. Bluefcu.com/events/visit-santa-at-blue
Cocoa and Photos with Santa - Primrose
Thursday, December 11th | 5:30 PM | Free
Join for hot cocoa, holiday treats and photos with your little ones, furry companions and Santa.
Using Soft Pastels - Cheyenne Creativity Center
Thursday, December 11th | 5:30-7:30 PM | $25
Artist Else Arntzen will walk people through the basics of selecting a color palette, and then blending and creating texture with soft pastels. Artscheyenne.com/calendar
CLTP: Miracle on 34th Street: The Play - Mary Godfrey Playhouse
Thursday, December 11th-14th | 7:00 PM | $19-29
Kris Kringle, an old man in a retirement home, gets a job working as Santa for Macy's. He unleashes waves of goodwill with the customers and the commercial world of New York City by referring parents to other stores to find exactly the toy their child has asked for. Seen as deluded and dangerous, he ends up in a court competency hearing. In a dramatic decision, the court confirms Kris as the true Santa, allowing Susan and countless other children to experience the joy of childhood fantasy. Cheyennelittletheatre.org
Wyoming State Archives Evening Speaker Series: "Lawyer, Jailer, Ally, Foe"
Thursday, December 11th | 7:00-8:00 PM | Free
Author and historian Eric L. Muller discusses his book, "Lawyer, Jailer, Ally, Foe: Complicity and Conscience in America's World War II Concentration Camps" and Heart Mountain Camp in Wyoming. 2301 Central Ave. or via Zoom. Eventbrite.com/cc/wyoming-state-archives-speaker-series-834529
Library 2 Business Drop-In - Laramie County Library
Friday, December 12th | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Free, Adults
Dec. 12, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Adults. Whether you're starting a business or looking to enrich a nonprofit, everyone could use help on their interview skills and resume building. Meet one-on-one with a librarian to discover the tools and community experts you need. 307-634-3561
Cheyenne Artwalk Christmas Cookie Crawl - Various Locations Downtown
Friday, December 12th | 5:00 - 8:00 PM | Free
In tandem with Old West Holiday, Arts Cheyenne's Artwalk this month will be a Cookie Crawl. Eight venues will be serving different flavored cookies with local art on display to see at your own leisure. Artscheyenne.com/cheyenne-artwalk
Santa at Paul Smith Children's Village - Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
Friday, December 12th | 5:00 - 7:00 PM | Free
Kids can meet Santa, take photos and give him their list. 307-637-6349
Christmas Classic 5K - Lions Park
Saturday, December 13th | 9:00 - 11:30 AM | $25-30
This festive, Christmas-themed race has a mostly flat course. There are prize opportunities for the guys that beat Santa and for the ladies that beat Mrs. Claus. Dressing up in festive attire is encouraged. 307-778-7866
Craft Show and Flea Market w/Santa - VFW Post 1881
Saturday, December 13th | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Free
Dec. 13, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Shop for jewelry, crocheted items, leather and more. Santa will also make an appearance this month, and a raffle will be available to enter for $20. Call Suzie at 307-632-4053
Makers Market: Winter Wonderland - Frontier Mall
Saturday, December 13th | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Free
Each month, Makers Market will be hosting a vendor show with a different theme, local vendors and various fundraisers. This month will have an ornament station, as well as a toy drive. Visit Makers Market on Facebook.
Are You Smarter Than a Cat Lady Trivia - Catz N Coffee Connections
Saturday, December 13th | 5:00 - 7:00 PM | $15; Ages 7+
Test your cat knowledge while playing with cats. Prizes will be given out, and teams need to be two to three people. Catzncoffeeconnect.com.
After-Hours: Life-Sized Clue - Laramie County Library
Saturday, December 13th | 5:00 - 8:00 PM | Free, Grades 7-12, RSVP req.
Dec. 13, 5-8 p.m. Grades 7-12. RSVP required. Similar to the popular board game, with a twist. Which of your favorite holiday characters is guilty, and what "weapon" did they use? Bring your sleuthing skills, and enjoy dinner and holiday treats. 307-634-3561
Face Vocal Band Holiday: Rock the Halls - The Lincoln Cheyenne
Saturday, December 13th | 7:30 PM | $25-40
Face is an internationally acclaimed all-vocal rock band from Boulder, Colorado, who have been performing for over two decades. The band has also competed on the hit NBC series “The Sing-Off,” headlined at Edinburgh, Scotland’s prestigious Festival Fringe, and has been scheduled in front of legendary performers such as Jon Bon Jovi, Jay Leno, Manhattan Transfer, Culture Club & Boy George, and Barenaked Ladies. Thelincolncheyenne.com/concert-calendar
CSO: Holiday Magic - Cheyenne Civic Center
Saturday, December 13th | 7:30 PM | $12.50-55
Ring in the season with CSO and special guests All-City Children’s Chorus, Cheyenne Chamber Singers and En Avant Dance Studio. You’ll hear a selection of beloved holiday favorites and new takes on traditional classics. 307-637-6363
The Christmas Cantata “Tidings of Joy - A Celtic Christmas Celebration” Concert - First United Methodist Churce
Sunday, December 14th | 8:30 -10:00 AM | Free
The First United Methodist Church Orchestra and Chancel Choir will perform The Christmas Cantata by Joseph M. Martin. For more information, call 307-632-1410.
Mt. Sinai Candy Sale
Sunday, December 14th | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Prices vary. This is the annual fundraiser for the Mt. Sinai Sisterhood. There's a variety of delicious candy available. Mt. Sinai Synagogue, 2610 Pioneer Ave. Online ordering at mtsinaicheyenne.org/sees-candy-order-form
Christmas Vintage Jewelry Art Event - Catz N Coffee Connections
Sunday, December 14th | 1:00 - 3:00 PM | $15
Shop for vintage art and jewelry, and arrange your own jewelry design inside a frame. Price includes admission to play with cats. Catzncoffeeconnect.com.