UW Cello Festival presents Cello Choir Concert: 5 p.m., in the University of Wyoming Buchanan Center for Performing Arts concert hall, and Festival Gala Concert, 7:30 p.m., in the BCPA recital hall. Both performances are free and open to the public. The informative and inspiring day of community for cellists of all ages and abilities and features masterclasses, lectures, technique workshops, a special playing class for adult learners, cello choirs, and a viola da gamba “petting zoo," for those interested in playing the consort of these instruments on loan to the festival from the Viola da Society of America. Distinguished guests this year include Julia Lichten and David Geber, cello faculty at the Manhattan School of Music; cellist, arranger, and conductor Douglas Moore; cellist and conductor Ryan Walker; cellist Becky Kutz Osterberg; executive director and cellist Stephanie Flores; UW alumnus and cellist Thu Vo; and artistic director, cellist and UW Music faculty member Beth Vanderborgh.
SUNDAY
Walk with a Doc hosted by Ivinson Memorial Hospital: 1:30 p.m., at University of Wyoming War Memorial Fieldhouse. Walk with a Doc is a national organization focused on encouraging healthy physical activity while reversing the consequences of a sedentary lifestyle. Free to the public, the event also will feature a healthcare discussion followed by the walk. For more information, email questions@ivinsonhospital.org.
Laramie Connections free Meet and Eat dinner and faith gathering:Â 4:30 p.m., at First Baptist Church, 1517 E. Canby St.
Al-Anon Family Group meets:Â 6:30 p.m., at United Presbyterian Church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, contact Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
MONDAY
Alcoholics Anonymous meets: Daily at various times in person or via Zoom. For more information, call 307-399-0590 or visit area76aawyoming.org or aa.org.
Survivors of Suicide Support Group meets:Â 5:30-6:45 p.m., at Hospice of Laramie House, 1754 Centennial Dr.
TUESDAY
Laramie Plains Lions Club meets: 6:30-7:30 a.m., at Iron Skillet banquet/meeting room, 1855 W. Curtis St. Join the organization for fellowship and learn how it serves our community, state, nation and the world. For more information, call Lewis Lyon at 307-760-1994 or email laramieplainslions@gmail.com.
Prayers & Squares Quilting Group meets: 9 a.m., at Room 1 of Hunter Hall at St. Matthew’s Cathedral, 104 S. 4th St. All volunteers are welcome. For more information, contact St. Matthew’s at 307-742-6608 or Cathy at 307-760-2512.
Ivinson Memorial Hospital hosts Surviving and Thriving After Cancer:Â 5:30-6:30 p.m., at IMH Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Door No. 3. The free, nonprofit program open to the public is designed to empower cancer patients and survivors to improve their quality of life through fitness and health. STAC offers social support and contact, as well as education on cancer prevention, side-effect management and habits to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The free program is on Tuesdays and Thursdays through May 9.
WEDNESDAY
Laramie Sunrise Rotary meets: 6:45 a.m., in the Sugarloaf Room, 3rd floor of Ivinson Memorial Hospital, 255 N. 30th St. Guests are always welcome. Learn more about our community and how we provide help locally and globally. For more information, visit online at facebook.com/LaramieSunriseRotary.
Growing in Grace Outreach Ministry Bible study:Â 10 a.m., at The Grounds Internet & Coffee Lounge, 171 N. 3rd St. The study can also be attended via Zoom. For more information, contact Cyndi at 907-231-7740.
Albany County Genealogical Society free weekly research assistance: 1-3 p.m. on Wednesdays, at Eppson Center for Seniors, 1560 N. 3rd St. All age groups are welcome as historians from the Albany County Genealogical Society will be available to help anyone interested in researching their family history. For more information, contact ACGS Vice President Katie Morgan at 307-399-3881 or pksmorgan@msn.com.
Laramie Tai Chi and Tea meets: 1:30 p.m., at First United Methodist Church, 1215 E. Gibbon St. For more information, visit laramietaichiandtea.org.
Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission May meeting: 5 p.m., in the commissioner's room in the Albany County Courthouse, located at 525 E. Grand Ave. The meeting also is available via Zoom teleconferencing. The agenda and information about how to join the meetings via Zoom can be found at co.albany.wy.us.
AcuRecovery at The Collective meets: 6-7 p.m., at 100 S. 2nd St. A free group clinic that supports all people and is particularly useful in aiding in the recovery from stress, trauma and addiction. For more information, contact Sara Bursac at 307-703-0402 or sarabursac@gmail.com.
Laramie Meditation Group meets: 7:30-9 p.m., at Canterbury House, 110 S. 9th St. A free weekly group to practice meditation together and all community members are welcome. Practice includes 30 minutes of quiet sitting, one round of optional sharing of a moment of awareness from the past week, and a reading and discussion. Tea will be offered. For more information, contact Klaas Van’t Veld at 307-460-0599 or klaas@uwyo.edu.
THURSDAY
Laramie Woman's Club May meeting:Â Noon, at Alice Hardie Stevens Center, 603 E. Ivinson Ave. Albany County Clerk Kayla White will speak about chages in the voting laws recently passed by the Wyoming Legislature. The meeting will begin with a buffet luncheon, and plan for next year will be discussed. For more information, contact Lynda Hidalgo at 307-760-7260.
Caregivers for loved ones with Alzheimer’s/dementia: 3 p.m., meet for coffee, pie, understanding and comradeship at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 204 S. 30th St. For more information, call 307-745-6451.
Al-Anon Family Group meets:Â 5:30 p.m., at the United Presbyterian Church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Quadra Dangle Society Refresher Square Dancing: 6:30-8:30 p.m., at 3905 E. Grays Gable Rd. This weekly event can be an affordable date night with fun and friendship set to music, and to stay in shape and burn calories. Don’t have a partner? Don’t worry, and come by yourself. Donations are accepted for facility utilities. For more information, visit the club’s Facebook page at at facebook.com/QuadraDangleSquareDanceClub or call 307-760-1994.
Fly-tying classes for veterans:Â 7-9 p.m., at Laramie Chamber Business Alliance office, 528 S. Adams St. For more information, call 307-745-4429 or 307-399-1801.
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