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College National Finals Rodeo

* June 11-June 17, The CNFR will be held at the Casper Events Center. All performances will begin at 7 p.m., including the Saturday Championship Round. Slack will be held on Mon., June 12 and Tues., June 13 at 7 a.m. with special 'Bulls N Broncs Only' on Sun., June 11 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Individual tickets are $6, $12, and $16 each. Season tickets are $40, $70, and $90 each. Ask about group discounts at the Casper Events Center Box Office at 577-3030 or (800) 442-2256 or at www.caspereventscenter.com or www.cnfr.com.

UW events

* The 7th Annual Classics Institute: "Life, Love and War: Rome from Republic to Empire" will be held on the University of Wyoming campus June 11 through 16. Secondary school teachers, community college faculty, and the general public are encouraged to submit applications for the institute. The cost of the institute without lodging is $75 and includes tuition and meals. Fee costs of $125 to $150 for Wyoming teachers and $250 for members of the public cover five nights of lodging, breakfasts, lunches, and tuition. Participants may also sign up for two hours of graduate enrichment credit from the University of Wyoming for an additional $80. Each evening during the institute, faculty members will also present free public lectures. Registration form, schedule of events, and readings: www.uwyo.edu/humanities or (307) 721-9243. Space is limited, so please register by the May 12 deadline.

* Unless otherwise noted, events are free. For University of Wyoming calendar information, call (307) 766-5000. For concert tickets, call (307) 766-6666.

Overland Pass Pipeline Project scoping meetings

The BLM will gather comments from the public in writing on a proposed interstate pipeline:

The Notice of Intent and Scoping document may be viewed at {M3www.wy.blm.gov/nepa/nepadocs.htm. Submit comments to the project's e-mail address: Overland_Pipeline_WY@blm.gov. Written scoping comments submitted by mail accepted until May 5: Tom Hurshman, Project Manager, 2465 South Townsend, Montrose, CO 81401.

WYDOT State Transportation Improvement Program meetings

Seeking input from public officials on WYDOT projects and planning that will affect the state transportation system:

* Thursday, May 11, Thermopolis, Big Horn Federal Savings Bank at 6:30 p.m. for Hot Springs County

* Monday, May 15, Powell, The Commons at 6:30 p.m. for Park County

* Monday, May 22, Greybull, Big Horn Federal Savings Bank at 6:30 p.m. for Big Horn County

* Monday, May 31, Worland, Washakie County Courthouse/Commission Chambers at 6:30 p.m. for Washakie County

* Info: (307) 856-1341.

Free Swim in Rock Springs

* Wednesday, May 3rd from 6:30-8 p.m. The Paraprofessional Association of Western Wyoming Community College announces it's annual "Free Swim Night" in conjunction with their annual Pantry Raid Food Drive. Area residents can swim for free in Western Wyoming Community College's pool in exchange for one nonperishable food item donation. All proceeds will benefit the Food Bank.

Renowned photographer in Powell

* Wednesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. Internationally renowned New York City photographer Jay Maisel offers a lecture/slide program on "Perception, Light, Gesture, Color and New York," in the Nelson Performing Arts Center Auditorium at Northwest College in Powell. Admission is free, Info: www.northwestcollege.edu.

2nd Annual 60th Birthday Bash

* To be held May 6 from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at the Sheridan Senior Center, 211 Smith St. There will be fun, games, refreshments, and surprises; bring your memorabilia, white buck shoes, and poodle skirts. Info: (307) 674-9343.

Radio show

* May 6, The Comfort Food Radio Show will broadcast live with guest Stephanie Davis Singer from the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, Cody.

Workshop to Lower Wyoming's Divorce Rate

"Strengthening Families: Part 2" will highlight programs such as: 10 Great Dates, When Bad Things Happen to Good Marriages, and Seven Steps to Healthy Step-Families. Even if you did not participate in Part 1, please join us for Part 2. Resources and information will also be available on REFOCCUS, Prepare/Enrich, The Third Option and more. All faith and community organizations are invited. Join Pat McCarthy, Director of the Marriage, Family & Respect Life Office for the Catholic Diocese of Wyoming at one of the following training events:

* May 9th from 9:00 AM to noon in Casper at First Christian Church, 520 CY Avenue

* May 10th from 9:00 AM to noon in Evanston at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 837 Center Street

* May 16th from 1:00 until 4:00 PM in Torrington at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 605 E 22nd Ave.

* May 17th from 5:30 to 8:30 PM in Worland at Zion Lutheran Church, 1500 Circle Road (15th and Circle Road).

Info or to register: www.fiwy.org or (307) 634-7878, ext. 20.

Jackson Hole Juggling Club

* Juggling Club is for jugglers aged 8 and up of all skill levels and is led by Off Square Theatre's own wacky professional juggler, Artistic Director Bob Berky. Jugglers will experiment with pins, balls, rings, swinging clubs and more. The last class is May 8, upstairs in the Pink Garter. Tuition is $15. Call (307) 733-3021 to register.

Horse adoption

* May 12 and 13, The Wyoming Bureau of Land Management and the Wyoming Honor Farm will host a wild horse adoption on May 12 and 13 in Riverton. The adoption will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 13 with the gates being opened at 7:30 a.m. for previewing the horses. On Friday, a free training clinic will be held from 1-4 p.m. Food and drinks will be provided and please remember, no firearms, alcohol, drugs or dogs are allowed. Info: (866) 4-MUSTANGS or visit

{M7http://doc.state.wy.us/prisons/horse_auction.asp or {M7http://www.wy.blm.gov/wildhorses/index.htm

Spa Day for moms

* May 13, 9 a.m. to noon, $10 admission fee. Mini-spa for moms featuring pedicures, manicures, facials, and massages at the Campbell County Pool. Come enjoy a spa as your children swim. Info: (307) 682-5470.

World Fighting Championship

* May 13, Supremacy event at the IKON Center, 1530 W. Lincolnway, Cheyenne. Info: (307) 433-0024.

Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

* The Ok-A-Beh Marina will be open from May 29, Memorial day, to September 4, Labor Day. The marina at Horseshoe Bend will remain closed for the season. For current lake conditions, call the Bighorn Canyon Visitor Center at (307) 548-5406 or park headquarters at Fort Smith, Montana: (406) 666-2412.

Roller skating

* The IKON Center, 1530 W. Lincolnway, Cheyenne now offers roller skating through July. Cost of admission includes regular skate rental: $6 for adults, $4 for kids up to age 12, $5 for military and seniors. Inline or hockey skates available for an additional $3. Info: (307) 433-0024.

CFD tickets

* Rodeo tickets for the 110th Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo and "Frontier Nights" tickets are on sale. Rodeo seating is $11 to $25. Scheduled performers: Martina McBride on July 22; Keith Urban on July 23; Montgomery Gentry and Trace Adkins on July 28; and Professional Bull Riders on July 24-25. Those who live out-of-state may call toll-free (800) 227-6336 from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Mountain Time on weekdays. Inside Wyoming, call the ticket office, (307) 778-7222; or stop by at Eighth Avenue and Dey Street from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. weekdays. Tickets also are available 24 hours a day through Ticket West, (866) 464-2626; or on-line:www.cfdrodeo.com.

Stammisch

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

Crisis intervention training

* The Advocacy & Resource Center, 136 Coffeen Ave., Sheridan will continue training volunteers for crisis line intervention Tuesday and Thursday evenings through May 25. Through training, volunteers will develop the skills needed to provide a variety of services to victims of violence over the crisis line. If you are interested in volunteering, but cannot attend part of the training session, please call to work out alternative training times. Bilingual people and former victims of violence are encouraged to become volunteers. For more info. and to sign up: (307) 672-7471.

Gillette area libraries

* Wright Branch Storytimes are at 11 a.m. Wednesdays.

* Unless otherwise noted, events take place in Campbell County Public Library, 2101 S. 4-J Road, Gillette. Info: (307) 687-0009.

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.

Illustrator Show & Exhibit

April 3 - May 14 The 4th Annual Illustrator Show, featuring Paul Goble's original illustrations are on display at the Bradford Brinton Memorial & Museum, Big Horn. Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Info: (307) 672-3173.

Artist display

* The works of Miga Rossetti and photographer Cynthia Norcross Willson will be on display now until May 15 at Pearl Street Bagels, Moose. Info: (307) 739-2246.

Conservation Stamp Art Competition Exhibit

* April 7 - May 27 The Wyoming Game and Fish Dept. Conservation Stamp Art Competition entries of the Blue Grouse are on display at the Wyoming State Museum, Cheyenne. The winner will have their artwork printed on next year's Conservation Stamp. Info: (307) 777-7022.

Post Cards from The Wild Wild West Exhibit

* April 21 - May 14 An exhibition featuring post card sized pieces of original art are at the Nicolaysen Art Museum, 404 E. Collins, Casper. Auction on May 6. Free admission. Info: (307) 235-5247 or {M3www.thenic.org.

LCCC student art exhibit

* Now through May 5, Display at the LCCC Fine Arts Gallery, Cheyenne. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Info: (307) 778-5222.

"A Woman's Place" exhibit

* March 30, 2006 - 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.

Art exhibition

*Oct 15, 2005 - May 31, 2006 - Exhibit - Boom & Bust in the Overthrust, Evanston - An exhibit documenting the impact of the energy boom of the late 1970s on Evanston is now installed in the Museum's East Gallery. The exhibit features photographs, newspaper and magazine articles, memorabilia and personal memories from the ten-year period that transformed Evanston from a "sleepy little town" of 4,400 residents to today's small city of 11,500. Contact the Evanston Chamber of Commerce at (307) 783-0370.