Friday, July 29, 2022

#GoRiverton - Friday, July 29, 2022

COUNTY 10: It's time to go "Hog Wild" this weekend!
2022 Fremont County Fair
All event info, visit: fremontcountyfair.org
Fremont County Fair Parade! Saturday, July 30 at 10AM
Get your 
Mega Passes!
SATURDAY, JULY 30!
LADIES NIGHT CORNHOLE TOURNEY!
TUESDAY, AUGUST 2 at 6:30 PM

Riverton Elks Lodge BPOE 1693
Sorry Fellas! This one’s for the Ladies!
Invite all your lady friends!
Facebook: 
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 4 at 7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY AUGUST 5 at 7:30 p.m.!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 at 7:30 p.m.!
VENDOR REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN!
Business Networking on August 4!
Visit RivertonDowntowners.org
Kifaru "Welcome to Wyoming"
Party & Grand Opening!

SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 - 10 AM
511 East Sunset Drive
A party to welcome Kifaru International to Riverton. Entrance is free. Hosted by Kifaru and 10 Country MFF. Enjoy music by Low Water String Band and food/beverage from local vendors. Raffles and games for great prizes. Proceeds from Raffles and games will go to support the great work of 10 Country Chapter of the Muley Fanatic Foundation. Raffles, games, and MFF memberships can be purchased at our website or during the event. The raffles and games are limited, prepurchase now to ensure you are in the game.
Click here for more info!
Get your tickets now!
J.B. Okie Mansion Tour
Saturday, August 27, 2022
9 AM to 2 PM
Riverton Museum

Discover the J.B. Okie Mansion that was built by sheep tycoon J.B. Okie in Lost Cabin, WY. This tour is full of stories, history, and features of the home!
Transportation is provided round trip from the Riverton Museum.
Guests are responsible for their own water and sack lunch.
$20.00 per person.
Reservations are required, call 307-856-2665 to reserve.
This program is sponsored by the Wind River Visitors Council.

Civic & Community Meetings:

RIVERTON LIONS CLUB meets on Mondays at 5:45 p.m. at the Elk’s Club,207 E. Main.
FREMONT COUNTY COMMISSIONERS meet on 1st and 3rd Tues at 9 a.m, Fremont County Courthouse, Room 205, 450 N. 2nd St. Click here for agendas and minutes.
RIVERTON ROTARY meets on Tuesdays at 12 Noon at the CWC ITECH Building. For more information, portal.clubrunner.ca/4548
RIVERTON CITY COUNCIL meets on 1st and 3rd Tues at 7 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, 816 N. Federal Blvd. Click here for agendas and minutes.
SOUP & SUPPORT CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP- Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-12 Noon at the Wyoming Senior Citizens, 106 W. Adams. Light lunch provided. For more info, call 307-856-6880.

THE RIVERTON DOWNTOWNERS meet on the 1st Wed of the month at 5:30 p.m. at Jerry's Flowers & Things. For more information, contact Traci Cooper at libertypawn413@gmail.com (Please note: Due to Fair week, the next meeting is August 10.) Visit: rivertondowntowners.org
RIVERTON KIWANIS meets each Thurs at 12 Noon at CWC Intertribal Center. for more information, visit: rivertonkiwanis.com/
HEALING HEARTS COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS meets on 1st Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. at the REACH Bldg. 622 N 8th St W. Grief support group for those who have lost children, siblings, and grandchildren. For more info, call 307-871-1022 or 307-851-6307.
RIVERTON PLANNING COMMISSION meets on 1st and 3rd Thurs at 5:30 p.m., Council Chamber, City Hall, 816 N. Federal Blvd. Click here for more information.

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Monday, July 25, 2022

Tonight! On-Stage in Riverton...

Bill Boycott and Joanne Orr - "Buffalo BIll" Enriching the legacy of the Wild west through the performing arts


July 25th, Mon, 7pm, Hot Notes Cool Nights at Riverton,  Pavillion in City Park, Riverton, WY.

"Buffalo Bill" and Dr Jo are special guest performers and follow the community Band performance.

 
...be sure to check out the yellow-highlighted music n dance events dates and times below.


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Riverton Acoustic Music Jam 

At the Riverton Holiday Inn convention Center - Wed. eve 6:30PM - 9:30PM - July 27th - Aug dates TBA

At the Riverton Senior Citizens Center - Wed. eve 6:30PM - 9:00PM - Aug dates TBA
Soft drinks, eats and treats to pass are welcome... so, bring your favorite delectables along to share!

Remember, this group is No Longer Amped-up individually for sound and voice but rather thru a shared sound system for solo songsters to take a turn (or Take2) at one of the mics provided front and center to lead their tune, inviting others in to 'take a ride.'

Also note, a 'Jam Facilitator' volunteer will handle the flow of the jam floor at each jam session - your full attention and cooperation with all eyes and ears on that person is greatly appreciated!

Recommended early sound system set-up time is 5:30PM for those who can arrive early to lend a helping hand. Otherwise. come as you can, find a spot and pls don't disrupt the jam that will hopefully be in progress by 6:30PM. Thanks!


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Lander Acoustic Music Jam at the Lander Art Center on Main across from the Bake Shop unless otherwise notified.
Saturdays 10AM - Noon
Welcome to any and ALL:
Acoustic instruments (electric bass or key boards welcome too), 
Ability levels
Types of music
Ages
Kinds of people
Got questions? Call or Text Dick @ 307-349-0204 Thanks!

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Hot Notes, Cool Nights Concerts in the Park:
Fremont County's summer community concert series features 6 weekly performances on Mondays in Riverton and Lander

7/25 Riverton - Buffalo Bill Boycott and Dr. Jo
8/11 Lander - Drones Over Yellowstone
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Other area Music events to take note of...




DANCE, Dance, dance to the Old Time Country and Country Rock brought to you by 'Cowboy' and company at the Riverton Senior Citizens Center - Friday, July 29th 7pm-9pm. Feel free to bring a snack to share and a few spare $$$s to tip the band!

Packin' the Mail - every other Wed eve thru the summer on the lawn at the Dubois Museum.
Please contact the Museum for more details.

What Fest; Saratoga WY July 29, 30.

Wyoming Discovery Days - August 6th and 7th at Hot Springs State Park in Thermopolis, Wyoming. See flyer below for more info.

Jimmie Bales 3rd annual Bluegrass Music Festival - August 12, 13 and 14thSee flyer below for more info. or 
Contact Jimmie at 307-851-0051

Nowoodstock XXI · Ten Sleep Music Festival - August 12th, 13th & 14th

Pepsi Wyoming State BBQ Championship & Bluegrass Festival - August 19-20 Worland, Wyoming. 
Band line-up: Special Consensus, HillBilly Fever, and Montana Standard.

Homestead Assisted Living Center in Riverton - where Chuck Rodgers puts on a monthly one-hour performance at the Homestead facility with his smooth vocals and acoustic guitar. Contact the facility at 307-856-5789 for dates and times.
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Other Wyoming acoustic Music Jams:

Buffalo Acoustic Music Jam - Thursday nights, Occidental Hotel Saloon, 7PM - for more info. www.occidentalwyoming.com
 
Thermopolis Acoustic Music Jam - 1st and 3rd Friday nights at 5:30, Kirby Creek Mercantile on Broadway

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Wild Willow Kampground is aka Qwl Creek Kampground