Free Use Firewood Permits

Permits available at the US Forest Service Saratoga office.  Hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 am-5 pm.  Five cord maximum per visit; 20 cord maximum per household per year.  Free use area maps available at the Saratoga office.  Please call the US Forest Service for more information 307-326-5258.

Wyoming Film Festival

You won’t want to miss this third annual festival, where you can participate in screenings of new films, discussion groups, and workshops by pros in the film industry.  The Wyoming Film Festival aspires to present films and video productions that interpret the American West in ways that embrace the festival themes of environment, equality, and family.

Friday evening tickets $6, seniors and under 12 $5.  Saturday evening tickets $10, seniors and under 12 $8.  Held at PVCC.  For more information, please call Carbon County Higher Education Center 307-328-9274.

Music on the River Concert Series

3rd Annual BlindDog Blues Revue featuring Gino Matteo. Also performing is Free Range with Mandy Bohlender.  Dinner by Bear Trap Cafe - gumbo $6, BBQ beef $8.  Held on Veteran's Island.  Gates open 6 pm, music from 7 pm-midnight.

Saratoga Historical & Cultural Association Annual Trek

Trek to Turpin Tie Camp.  Guest Speaker is Shorty Richardson, speaking on Five Generations of Wyoming Ranching.  Meet at Saratoga Museum parking lot at 9:30 am, leave for Trek 10 am.  Bring your lunch, beverages, sunscreen, cameras, binoculars and lawn chair (if needed).  Minimum suggested donation $20 per person.  Reservations recommended; please call the Saratoga Museum 307-326-5511.

14th Annual Ryan Park Fundraiser

Benefiting Ryan Park Volunteer Fire Department and Ryan Park Property and Homeowners Association.  Held at the Fire Department on Foxfire Drive in Ryan Park, with lunch beginning at 1 pm and auction at 2 pm.  Please call Don Brinkman for more information 307-634-8682.

Riverside Party Day

Free concert by David Rompvedt and the Fireants.  Held 4-8 pm at Rick Martin Memorial Park.  Food provided by Town of Riverside.  Free BBQ starts 5 pm.  Please bring your lawn chair. 

Knitting Group

Encampment/Riverside Library beginning at 1 pm.  For information, please call 307-327-5775.

Back to School Picnic & Open House

Picnic starts at 5:30 pm at the Saratoga Middle/High School.  Please bring a side dish to share and a place setting for each family member.  Hamburgers, Hot Dogs and Drinks will be provided.  Open Houses at SMHS and SES are from 6:45-7:30 pm. Sponsored by the Saratoga PTO, SHS Booster Club and Valley Foods.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

After Hours Chamber Social

Miniatures Art Show

Blackhawk Gallery

Join us for a Chamber Social and 6th annual Miniatures Art Show and Reception on Friday from 4 - 7 pm.  Saturday from 10 am until 2 pm you can enjoy observing artists "Paint the Town" in this plein air environment.   The artists love to interact with those who share a passion for beautiful things. Call 326-5063 for more information.

Labor Day Craft Show

Local vendors, crafters, artists and more!  Held 9 am-4 pm next to Laura M's across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Bulls & Barrels for Delaney

Come watch an exciting show and help raise money for Delaney Wadsworth, a three-year old child with aggressive cancer.  Silent Auction will also be held.  All proceeds will benefit Delaney.  Held 6 pm at the Carbon County Fairgrounds in Rawlins.  Please call 307-710-5222 for more information.  Sponsored by Infinity Rodeo Productions.

MOPS Meeting

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten.  Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 9 am at First Presbyterian Church.  For more information, please call 307-326-5337.

Susan Gibson in Concert

Concert begins at 7:30 pm at the PV Community Center theater.  Cost is $10 per person at the door. 

Garry Wood will open.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital

Trail Ride

Bring your horse, your lunch, a donation of any amount, and have a great time while you support this organization.  Meet at the junction of Hwy 230 and County Road 680 near Baggott Rocks at 10 am on Saturday.  For more information, call Hat Creek Trading Post at 326-5755.

Copper Days Festival

Antique tractors on display, tractor pulls, a parade, and melodrama make this 35th annual festival in Encampment a family favorite.  Sponsored in part by the Encampment Chug 'n Tug tractor club, this event is held the weekend after Labor Day.

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

TIPS Server Training

TIPS (Training for Intervention ProcedureS) is the global leader in education and training for the responsible service, sale, and consumption of alcohol.  TIPS certification is required by many bars and insurance companies and may be necessary to maintain a liquor license.  Open to wait staff, bartenders, hostesses, business owners, event planners, law enforcement, and anyone else.  Training is from 10 am to 3 pm at the PV Community Center.  Please call the chamber for more information at 326-8855.

Shively Hardware's 85th Anniversary Party and Chamber Social

Celebrate with this Saratoga landmark - you'll be really glad you did!  More details to follow.....

Farmers Market

Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Valley Foods 10th Anniversary Concert

Celebrate with Valley Foods at this special concert by the Rockin' M Wranglers.  Two performances at the PVCC Theater at 2 pm and 7 pm.  Concert is free to the public. 

Final Farmers Market

The last one of the season!  Organic vegetables from Grant's Farm, along with a pleasing variety of vendors and crafters.  Held 3:30-6:30 pm in the meadow next to Laura M across from the Post Office.  For more info, please call Laura M 307-326-8187.

Beginning Computer Classes

Classes tailored to your needs.  Complete survey at PVCC office.  Cost $25, which includes a $5 lab fee.  Held 9 am-12 noon.  For more info, please call PVCC 307-326-7822.

Platte Valley Community Center Fundraiser

MOPS Meeting

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten.  Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 9 am at First Presbyterian Church.  For more information, please call 307-326-5337.

Beginning Computer Classes

Classes tailored to your needs.  Complete survey at PVCC office.  Cost $25, which includes a $5 lab fee.  Held 1-4 pm.  For more info, please call PVCC 307-326-7822.

Leaders Luncheon

Sponsored by the Saratoga/Platte Valley Chamber of Commerce.  Held 12 noon-1 pm in the White Room at PVCC.

United States Air Force Concert

Join us at the Heartland of America Concert by this outstanding group of military musicians.  Reception to follow.  Free to public.  Held at PVCC Theater.

Beginning Computer Classes

Classes tailored to your needs.  Complete survey at PVCC office.  Cost $25, which includes a $5 lab fee.  Held 9 am-12 noon.  For more info, please call PVCC 307-326-7822.

Beginning Computer Classes

Classes tailored to your needs.  Complete survey at PVCC office.  Cost $25, which includes a $5 lab fee.  Held 1-4 pm.  For more info, please call PVCC 307-326-7822.

Halloween Walk

Held in downtown Saratoga, kids can trick-or-treat at local retail shops.  It’s convenient and safe for everyone!  Please call the Chamber of Commerce 307-326-8855 for more information.

Beginning Computer Classes

Classes tailored to your needs.  Complete survey at PVCC office.  Cost $25, which includes a $5 lab fee.  Held 9 am-12 noon.  For more info, please call PVCC 307-326-7822.

Holiday Craft Bazaar

MOPS Meeting

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten.  Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 9 am at First Presbyterian Church.  For more information, please call 307-326-5337.

After Hours Chamber Social

Celebrating with Betty Raymer on her retirement from Town & Country Realty.

Festival of the Trees Gala and Auction

This is our 8th year to host this event, and it is a terrific way to begin your holidays.  Local organizations and businesses donate decorated artificial trees, wreaths and centerpieces and create gift baskets and other holiday items for you to take home and enjoy the entire season.  Stop by Thursday or Friday to see all the delightful presentations.  Auction is Friday night, December 3, with proceeds going to local charities and organizations.  Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce.

Christmas Parade and Winter Wonderland

  Enjoy the spirit of the season with the 20th annual Christmas Parade showcasing floats entered by area clubs and businesses--all decorated and lit for the evening and held in historic downtown Saratoga.  Santa and Mrs. Claus visit children of all ages at Platte Valley Community Center for the Valley Service Organization’s 30th annual "Winter Wonderland".  Cookies, hot chocolate, chili, hot dogs and more!  Please call the Chamber of Commerce 307-326-8855 for more information.

MOPS Meeting

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten.  Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 9 am at First Presbyterian Church.  For more information, please call 307-326-5337.

2011

Sierra Madre Winter Carnival

Our 25th annual winter fun event promises to be the best one yet!  Come join us for activities in Encampment and Riverside, including a treasure hunt, sled races, "build your own" sled race, snow sculpture contest and a "Second Street Sprint", a snowmobile race against the speed relay machine.  Sponsored by the Town of Encampment 307-327-5501.

Wild West Chess Tournament

The Saratoga Resort and Spa is hosting this tournament, and people of all ages and skill level are welcome to participate.  Two rounds will be played Saturday and two Sunday.

And for those not playing or those in between rounds, there are lots of fun activities at the Resort.  For more info on the Tournament, please visit www.saratogachess.com or call 307-326-5261 or 800-594-0178.  For info on the Saratoga Resort and Spa, please visit www.saratogaresortandspa.com.