Today

Ray Price concert

* Ray Price will perform a country music concert tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the CAM-PLEX Heritage Center. Tickets are $38 for premium seating and $28 for all other seating. Info: (307) 682-8802 or visit www.cam-plex.com.

Panic Relief Inc.

* A panic and anxiety group is now forming in Newcastle, featuring programs every Monday from noon-1 p.m. and every Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The program is geared to help anyone suffering from panic, anxiety, and agoraphobia to cope with these disorders. Info: (732) 940-9658.

Coming Up

Northwest College event

* Sept. 7, 4 p.m., The newest Northwest College residence hall will be dedicated to Alan and Ann Simpson during an open house on the NWC campus in Powell. The public is invited to take tours of Simpson Hall and visitors attending the open house are encouraged to use the Beckman St. parking lot in front of Cabre Gym and follow signs to the hall. Info: (307) 754-6033.

CBM Task Force meeting

* Sept. 7, 9 a.m., The Coalbed Natural Gas Water Use Task Force will meet at the Niobrara County Fairgrounds auditorium in Lusk. Members of the public wishing to comment are invited to register early to assist in planning. To register or for the tentative agenda, call (307) 777-2832.

UW events

* Sept. 8, 4 p.m., there will be a lecture on Immigration Policy and Social Justice by Stephen Macedo of Princeton University in the UW History Building, Room 57. Admission is free and a reception will follow.

* Sept. 13, 5 p.m., the UW Department of History will hold its Annual Cone Lecture series entitled, "35 Years of American Indian History at the University of Wyoming," which will be held in the College of Agriculture auditorium. Admission is free.

* Sept. 14, 4 p.m., the UW American Studies Program and Amnesty International will present author Timothy B. Tyson reading from his work, "Blood Done Sign My Name," in the College of Business auditorium. Admission is free.

* Info: (307) 766-5000, www.uwyo.edu/calendar, or www.uwyo.edu/finearts.

Laramie County Library events

* These events are free and open to the public. Unless otherwise noted, events take place in the Laramie County Library's meeting rooms, 2800 Central Avenue in Cheyenne. Info: (307) 634-3561 or www.LCLSonline.org.

* Sept. 8, 2 p.m., The library will offer Internet Basics, a class to familiarize you with the Internet and searching techniques. Doors to the Pioneer Room open five minutes before the class to seat the first 11 people.

* Sept. 8, 4 p.m., The Youth Advisory Board, a group of dynamic teens in grades six through 12, will have their Fall Kick-off meeting to chart a course for teen services and offer ideas for the new library. Refreshments will be provided.

* Sept. 9, 10 a.m., The library offers an E-Mail Made Easy class. Doors to the Pioneer Room open five minutes before the class to seat the first 11 people.

* Sept. 9, 4 p.m., Join the Mother-Daughter Book Club and choose from two different sessions to join a discussion of Laurie Lase Anderson's {M3Catalyst. Open to moms and daughters, grades eight through 12. Preregistration is required.

* Sept. 10, 2 p.m., Ice Cream Sunday at the library, open to all ages. Enjoy some great stories while you snack on ice cream courtesy of Meadow Gold Dairy.

* Sept. 11, 10 a.m., Baby Lap-Sit for children from birth through 18 months, and their parents. This is a great way to meet and bond with other new parents.

* Sept. 11, 7 p.m., The Teen Book Club, grades seven through 12 will meet. This month, we're reading {M3Shattering Glass by Gail Giles. Pick up a copy at the Youth Services Desk. Preregistration is required.

* Sept. 12-14, 10:30 a.m., New storytimes for kids from 18 months through five years-old. Get a nametag in the Youth Services Area just before storytime.

* Sept. 15, 2 p.m., The library presents Welcome to Word. Learn the basics to word processing with this helpful and practical look at Microsoft Word. Doors to the Pioneer Room open five minutes before the class to seat the first 11 people.

* Sept. 16, 10 a.m., The library presents Using Powerpoint, an introductory class that highlights many of the features in this often-used program. Doors to the Pioneer Room open five minutes before the class to seat the first 11 people.

* Sept. 16, 4 p.m., Join the Mother-Daughter Book Club and join a discussion of Laurie Lase Anderson's {M3Catalyst. Open to moms and daughters, grades eight through 12. Preregistration is required.

* Sept. 17, 7 p.m., Fall Book Discussion. Join this three-part series, starting with David Sedaris' {M3Naked. Register at the Information Desk.

* Sept. 18, 10 a.m., Baby Lap-Sit for children from birth through 18 months, and their parents. This is a great way to meet and bond with other new parents.

* Sept. 19-21, 10:30 a.m., New storytimes for kids from 18 months through five years-old. Get a nametag in the Youth Services Area just before storytime.

* Sept. 19, from 1-3 p.m., It's our annual back-to-school event, where homeschooling families can learn about library resources, as well as community organizations that are here to help out. We'll have activities for all school-age kids, including a visit from author Esther Irwin. Adults and students welcome.

* Sept. 19, 7 p.m., Join the Tuesday Night Book Club. This month features {M3The Freedom Writers Diary. We have some copies available for you to check out. Have a frappucino and a chat at Starbucks, 3610 Dell Range.

* Sept. 22, 2 p.m., The library presents Intro to Excel, a class that helps beginners understand spreadsheet software including Microsoft Excel. Doors to the Pioneer Room open five minutes before the class to seat the first 11 people.

* Sept. 22, 4 p.m., There will be a Pizza Taste-off at the library. Try a variety of pizzas from across Cheyenne. Preregistration is required.

* Sept. 23, 10 a.m., The library will host Intro to ACCESS. Doors to the Pioneer Room open five minutes before the class to seat the first 11 people.

* Sept. 23, 4 p.m., Join the Mother-Daughter Book Club and join a discussion of Beverly Naidoo's {M3The Other Side of Truth. Open to moms and daughters, grades four through seven. Preregistration is required.

* Sept. 24, 3 p.m., Join the Parent-Child Book Club, open to all parents and kids in grades three through sixth. This event features {M3The Young Man and the Sea by Rodman Philbrick. Pick up a copy at the Youth Services Desk. Preregistration required.

* Sept. 25, 10 a.m., Baby Lap-Sit for children from birth through 18 months, and their parents. This is a great way to meet and bond with other new parents.

* Sept. 25, 7 p.m., Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on Family Fun Night with wonderful activities and stories from Spanish-speaking lands. Families of all ages are welcome to attend.

* Sept. 26, 6:30 p.m., The library presents, Art Flicks, for adults. This month's feature is "Aaltra," a hilarious and irreverent Belgian film about two paraplegics who decide to get revenge on a tractor manufacturer who caused their accident.

* Sept. 26-28, New storytimes for kids from 18 months through five years-old. Get a nametag in the Youth Services Area just before storytime.

* Sept. 29, 2 p.m., Computers 101, a true beginners' course for people who have never used computers, will be offered. Doors to the Pioneer Room open five minutes before the class to seat the first 11 people.

* Sept. 30, 10 a.m., Computers 102 will be held. Doors to the Pioneer Room open five minutes before the class to seat the first 11 people.

Japan-America Society

* Sept. 9, The Japan-America Society of Wyoming (JASWY) is having its first Festival of Japan at the Laramie High School auditorium featuring a free one-hour concert by the Denver Taiko Japanese drum group, a martial arts demonstration by the Kendo Club of Wyoming, and a demonstration of traditional Japanese dance. Doors will open at 1 p.m. with the main show beginning at 2 p.m. Info: (307) 721-5984 or {M7www.jaswy.org.

Wyoming Outdoor Council events

* Sept. 9, Wyoming Outdoor Council Annual Meeting. The early part of the day will involve a trip into a roadless area of the Shoshone National Forest in order to discuss the legal and ecological issues surrounding the management of roadless areas. The evening will involve a dinner, speaker, and band. Info: (307) 332-7031, ext. 13, or {M3andy@wyomingoutdoorcouncil.org.

* Sept. 16, Fifth Annual Ride the Red mountain bike ride. This year's ride will take place in the Jack Morrow Hills and is open to young and old alike. There will be route options for different ability levels, from moderate to strenuous, with snacks and rest stops along the way. Mountain bike, helmet, extra layers, and sensible shoes are your responsibility. Info: (307) 332-7031, ext. 13, or {M3andy@wyomingoutdoorcouncil.org.

Gold Rush Days 2006

* July 15 & 16, South Pass City will host the 2006 Gold Rush Days. Admission is $2.50 for adults and children under six are free. Highlights include a vintage baseball tournament, comedy shoot-out, gold panning, fireworks show, and much more. Info: (307) 332-3684 or visit www.southpasscity.com.

Campbell County Public Library events

* Sept. 11, 5 p.m., "Women of Mystery" book discussion at the Wright Branch Library will meet to watch "Women of Mystery: Three Writers Who Forever Changed Detective Fiction." Info: (307) 721-9243 or visit www.uwyo.edu.humanities.

* Sept. 14, 4 p.m., The CCPL Library Board will hold its monthly meeting in the Board Room. This meeting is open to the public. Info: (307) 687-0009.

* Sept. 14, 4 p.m., The CCPL invites junior and senior high school students to join the Teen Advisory Board, which helps plan young adult library programs and prioritizes teen community services. The monthly meeting will be held in the Young Adult Department. Info: (307) 687-9229.

* Sept. 14, CCPL will host a Wyoming Public Television "Ready to Learn" workshop for parents and caregivers which will examine different parenting styles and focus on emotion coaching as a positive problem-solving approach. The workshop, entitled "Becoming An Emotional Coach," is aimed at children from birth to eight years. There will be a mini workshop at 10:30 a.m. and then another from 7-8:30 p.m. Info: (307) 687-0009.

* Sept. 20, 5 p.m., "Classic views of American Life" book discussion over {M3The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. Info: (307) 721-9243, (307) 687-0009 or visit www.uwyo.edu/humanities.

* Oct. 16, 5 p.m., "Women of Mystery" book discussion at the Wright Branch Library will meet to discuss '{M3F' is for Fugitive by Sue Grafton. Info: (307) 721-9243 or visit www.uwyo.edu.humanities.

* Oct. 18, 5 p.m., "Classic views of American Life" book discussion over {M3House Made of Dawn by N. Scott Momaday. Info: (307) 721-9243, (307) 687-0009 or visit www.uwyo.edu/humanities.

* Nov. 6, 5 p.m., "Women of Mystery" book discussion at the Wright Branch Library will meet to discuss {M3The Shape of Dread by Marcia Muller. Info: (307) 721-9243 or visit www.uwyo.edu.humanities.

* Nov. 15, 5 p.m., "Classic views of American Life" book discussion over {M3The Color Purple by Alice Walker. Info: (307) 721-9243, (307) 687-0009 or visit www.uwyo.edu/humanities.

* Dec. 4, 5 p.m., "Women of Mystery" book discussion at the Wright Branch Library will meet to discuss {M3Tunnel Vision by Sara Paretsky. Info: (307) 721-9243 or visit www.uwyo.edu.humanities.

Sheridan County Fulmer Public Library

* Sept. 11-Dec. 4, The Story Branch Library will host a book discussion series which will run monthly at 6:30 p.m. and will feature works such as, {M3A Lesson Before Dying, {M3Ellen Foster, {M3A Good Scent from a Strange Mountain, and {M3The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven. Info: (307) 674-8585, ext. 5.

Quilters show and sale

* Sept. 15-16, A beautiful variety of quilts from Lander valley quilters will be showcased in the Popo Agie Quilters Show and Sale to be held at the Lander Senior Center, 205 S. 10th St. The show will run from 5-8 p.m. Sept. 15 and from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 16. There will be quilts for sale, a quilt raffle, and a silent auction. Admission is $2 per person. Info: (307) 332-9068 or (307) 332-6624.

Whedon Cancer Foundation retreat

* Sept. 17-20, the Whedon Cancer Foundation will hold its Third Annual Complementary Medicine Retreat at the HF Bar Ranch in Saddlestring, featuring topics such as meditation, massage, acupuncture, neuropathy, lymphedema, complementary therapies, and more. Activities include, daily yoga classes, massage, hiking and horseback riding, and nutritious vegetarian cuisine. There is limited space so register early. Info: (307) 672-2941, whedoncancer@fiberpipe.net, or www.health.uwyo.edu/whedon/.

Pinedale performance

* Sept. 22, the Diavolo Dance Theatre will perform at 7:30 p.m. in the Pinedale Auditorium. Tickets will be $12 for adults and $7 for students and will be available at the door or in advance at Office Outlet, Cowboy Shop, Rock Rabbit, and Pony Express Photo. Info: (307) 367-7322.

Cheyenne Street Railway Trolley

* Fully narrated historic tours of Cheyenne through Sept. 30. Tours are available Mon.-Fri. at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 4 p.m. Sat. at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Trolley and attraction passes are also available for $15 and allow entrance to area museums along with the trolley ride. Info: (307) 778-3133 or (800) 426-5009.

Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra

* The Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra presents its 2006-07 season entitled, "A World of Color," celebrating the brilliant colors that great composers use in creating masterpieces. Season tickets are available for $35. Ask about discounts and flex packages. There will also be a pre-concert lecture before each performance by Maestro Stephen Alltop at 7 p.m. in the Civic Center auditorium. Info: (307) 778-8561. Performances will be take place at the Cheyenne Civic Center on the following dates and times:

* Sept. 30, 8 p.m., the Season Premiere, "Pines of Rome."

* Oct. 21, 8 p.m., the Dallas Brass: American Musical Journey.

* Jan. 20, 2007, 8 p.m., "A World of Color."

* Feb. 24, 2007, 8 p.m., the Choral Gala: Carmina Burana.

* April 28, 2007, 8 p.m., Musical Revolutionaries: Beethoven's Fifth.

Marriage seminar

* Registration is happening now for the "Keeping the Wow in Your Vow" marriage seminar scheduled for Nov. 3-4 at the Lander Best Western Inn. The seminar is for couples of any age, married or engaged. Cost is $75-100 per couple, with a "Getaway package" available for $150. Drawing for free seminar available for those registering between Aug. 20-25. Registration forms are available at Fremont Realty, Chocolates for Breakfast, and most church offices in Lander. Info: (307) 332-6808.

Sheridan County Fulmer Public Library

* Now through Nov. 27, The Tongue River Branch Library will host a book discussion series which will run monthly at 7 p.m. and will feature works such as, {M3Death Comes for the Archbishop, {M3All the Pretty Horses, {M3This House of Sky, and {M3River Song. Info: (307) 674-8585, ext. 5.

* Now through Nov. 30, the SCFPL will host a book discussion series which will run monthly at the Fulmer Library at 7 p.m. in the community services room. The discussions will features works such as, {M3Fathers & Sons, {M3Pride and Prejudice, {M3A Doll's House, and {M3Effie Briest. Info: (307) 674-8585, ext. 5.

Stammtisch

* A new lunchtime group for German speakers or learners meets the first and third Tuesday of the month from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Cheyenne. Info: (307) 771-8706.

Mount Rushmore Smoking Ban

* A Public Notice of the Smoking Ban at Mount Rushmore National Memorial has been issued and will remain in effect until rescinded in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 36, section 1.5. Due to very high fire danger, the Superintendent has determined it necessary to prohibit smoking anywhere within the memorial, with the exception of smoking within a privately owned vehicle, provided that no ignited material is placed anywhere outside of such vehicle.

Parent-education seminars

* The Wyoming Children's Access Network provides parent-education seminars for divorcing, separated and never-married parents. The seminar is provided monthly in Casper, Cheyenne, Cody, Gillette, Jackson, Lander, Laramie, Rawlins, Rock Springs, Sheridan and Torrington and provides information about the impact of parental conflict on children and teaches the parents skills to help with the difficult transition. Grandparents, aunts, uncles and other adults close to the children are welcome to attend as well.There is a nominal fee for the seminar that may be waived upon request, based on need. Pre-registration is required 24 hours in advance. Info: Wyoming Children's Access Network at 866-726-3700.

Sheridan County Public Library events

* In response to the popularity of book discussion groups, the Sheridan County Fulmer Public Library has added book club kits to its circulating collection. Each kit contains multiple copies of the book, plus discussion questions, author biographies, and a list of suggested further reading. Each kit may be checked out for six weeks. Info: (307) 674-8585.

Buffalo Bill art show

* The month-long exhibition of the Buffalo Bill Art Show featuring oil paintings, watercolors, pastels, sculptures, and ceramic and mixed media pieces, will show in the John Bunker Sands Photography Gallery of the Buffalo Bill Historical Center. The show remains open through Sept. 22 and will be concluded with an auction Sept. 22-23. Info: (307) 587-5002, info@buffalobillartshow.com, or {M3www.buffalobillartshow.com.

Andy Warhol exhibit

* Now through Sept 24, Andy Warhol's "Endangered Species and Vanishing Animals," in Jackson. In 1983, Warhol created a portfolio documenting 10 species of endangered animals from across the globe, including the bald eagle, the Siberian tiger, the bighorn sheep, and the Grevy's zebra. Info: (307) 733-5771 or visit www.wildlifeart.org/.

"Thomas Moran" exhibit

* Now through Sept. 24, "Thomas Moran's Yellowstone: Watercolors from the Hayden Expedition," an exhibit at the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson. In 1871 the Hayden expedition set out to survey the sources of the Missouri and Yellowstone Rivers, the area that was soon to become the nation's first national park. Info: (307) 733-5771 or www.wildlifeart.org/.

Wyoming State Historical Society event

* Moorcroft Museum History Days. The Moorcroft Museum will focus on the history of the Texas Trail that passed through Moorcroft. The show will last until Sept. 26.

"A Woman's Place" exhibit

* Now through Jan. 28, 2007, Step back in time and learn how modern appliances changed the life of Cheyenne's homemakers at the turn of the century. Old West Museum, Cheyenne. Info: (307) 778-1413.