CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE PREVENTION TRAINING

Reservations are requested by March 28 for a three-part educational series, "Safeguarding Our Children from the Thief of Childhood," scheduled in April at Imitate the Image Ministries, 1124 N. Elma. The training sessions, all beginning at 6 p.m., involve a three-phase strategy for effective church, synagogue and community safety: April 4, "Defining the Problem"; April 11, "Program Development"; and April 18, "Training and Implementation Procedures." Instructors are Josh J.C. Kates and R.C. Johnson, who have worked with injured and abused children and adults. Info: 472-5111 or 237-0831.

LADIES OF THE PETROLEUM CLUB

Reservations are required for the luncheon at 12:30 p.m. March 29. Program: Cheryl Patton of Dragonfly Beads. Info: Darlene, 266-5231.

UNDER-11 BLADES SOCCER TRAVELING TEAM

All interested girls whose birthdates fall between Aug. 1, 1993, and July 31, 1994, are eligible to participate in the U-11 Blades Soccer traveling team. Info: Harold or Sally Berg, 473-2997.

CASPER RECREATION DIVISION

Rec Center, 1801 E. Fourth St. Hours: 5:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 1-7 p.m. Sunday. Lunch Hour Basketball continues from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday. Participants are asked to bring an extra pair of non-marking court shoes. Admission is a Rec Center pass or $2 daily admission fee. Info: 235-8383. Ice Arena: 235-8484.

*Drop-In Open Gyms for basketball and volleyball conclude today at area schools. Organized team practices are not allowed. Participants must bring clean non-marking shoes to wear while playing. Everyone must register and present their privilege card to participate. High School and Adult Volleyball will be held from 6:30-10 p.m. at Westwood Elementary. Basketball at McKinley Elementary is restricted by age levels: 6:30-7:30 p.m. for grades 4-6; 7:30-8:30 p.m. for junior high; and 8:30-10 p.m. for high school and adults.

*March 25, Hogadon Ski Area, Casper Mountain. A Cardboard Jalopy Race and Slam Dunk Competition is open to the public; reservations and insurance release forms are required. Info: 235-8499.

*March 25, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Rec Center. An adult-supervised Fifth- and Sixth-Grade Ice-Skating and Dance features music by Rocky Mountain Sound and Light Co. and ice-skating from 7-9 p.m. Admission is $6 per person and includes admission to the Ice Arena and dance, skate rental, pizza and beverage. A portion of the proceeds will be used to provide youth scholarships.

*Registration deadline is March 31 for the inaugural "Pass, Shoot and Score" 3-on-3 Hockey Tournament, scheduled April 15-17. Slots are open for skaters ages 9 and older; participants may register as individuals or teams. Divisions will be set according to current USA Hockey Age Classifications for Squirts, Pee Wees, Bantams, Midgets and Adults. Other rules apply.

*Registration continues for a Comedy Improv class for ages 11 and up, taught by Casper Children's Theatre instructors Becky Morris and Renee Naquin.The class has begun; class size is limited. Students will learn the fundamentals of improvisational comedy while preparting for three performances of live comedy improv for the public, "Comedy Prescription! Laughter for What Ails You," April 22-24. All classes and performances will take place at CCT, Commissary Mall, 138 S. Kimball St.

AT CASPER COLLEGE

125 College Drive. To register, call 268-2100 or toll-free (800) 442-2963.

*CC Adult Basic Education/GED Center is located in Werner Technical Center Room 115. Spring hours: 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday & Thursday; 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday & Friday; and 1-8 p.m. Wednesday. Casper Workforce Center, 851 Werner Court, Suite 121, is open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 8 a.m.-noon Friday. A mandatory new student orientation will be held each Tuesday at 8 a.m. and 1 and 6 p.m. at the ABE/GED Center. Info: 268-2230.

*CC Goodstein Foundation Library hours: 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; and 2-10 p.m. Sunday.

*Tate Geological Museum, at the south end of campus, is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Admission is free. Museum tours are available with advance notice. Reservations are required for the monthly Tate Saturday Club, which has junior and advanced sessions. Fees charged. Info: 268-2447 or toll-free (800) 472-2963, ext. 2447.

*Tickets are on sale for "The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds," scheduled at 7:30 p.m. March 25-26, 29-31 and April 1-2 in the Black Box Theatre, Gertrude Krampert Theatre Complex. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for ages 18 and under for Friday-Saturday shows and $10/$18 for Tuesday-Thursday. The box office is open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and one hour before each performance; or by calling 268-2500 or toll-free (800) 442-2963, ext. 2500.

*Registration deadline and a deposit is required by March 28 for a summer class, "Yellowstone Experience," scheduled June 4-12 at the Pine Edge Cabins in Silver Gate, Mont. Course work includes CC classes, "Creative Writing in the Wild," "Yellowstone Field Science" and "Outdoor Living Skills." Leaders will be English instructor Terry Rasmussen and biology instructor Will Robinson. Participants must provide their own transportation to and from the cabin site. Tuition fees and other rules apply. Info: Rasmussen, 268-2480; Robinson, 268-2350; toll-free for either instructor, (800) 442-2963.

CENTRAL WYO MODEL RAILROAD ASSOCIATION

1356 N. Center St. Info: Harry Buhler, 235-4950; William Gezzi, 234-5318; or Scott Bergey, 473-1121.

*Bob Baden leads "Especially for Seniors" from 8 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, to introduce or reintroduce senior citizens to model railroading.

*Harry Buhler hosts "The N Scale Railroad that Grows" from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesdays, to introduce beginning model railroaders to the skills needed to plan and build an operating model railroad. The session emphasizes N scale, but skills are applicable to all scales.

*Friday Night Open House is 7-10 p.m. weekly.

*Ted Ferguson hosts "Running and Watching Trains" from noon-4 p.m. Saturdays, including watching model trains in operation and/or viewing a video on actual railroad operations.

*Tours at times other than normal operating hours are available for groups, including schools or Scout troops. Members will try to accommodate all special requests.

*Additional training sessions are in the works. Call about particular interests.

FORT CASPAR MUSEUM & HISTORIC SITE

4001 Fort Caspar Road. Museum hours through April: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 1-4 p.m. Sunday. Fort buildings are closed for the season. Admission is $1 for adults, 50 cents for students and free to children 5 and under. Membership in the Fort Caspar Museum Association includes free admission for the season and a discount in the gift shop. Info: 235-8462.

TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY CONGRESS

Today and March 24, Radisson Hotel. The Wyoming T2/LTAP Center hosts the 10th annual event. Registration fee of $40 includes breakfast both days, lunch, refreshments, and conference materials. Various manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors will showcase their products and services. Info: toll-free (800) 231-2815.

WYO TRUCKING ASSOCIATION

Unless otherwise noted, all meetings take place in the WTA office complex and are open to members and other interested persons. Info: 234-1579.

*Today, the WTA Council of Safety Supervisors sponsors a seminar at the Parkway Plaza concerning "Accident Investigation." Instructor is Norris Hoover of Fay Engineering Corp. Class size is limited; fee charged.

*March 29, 1 p.m. WTA Council of Safety Supervisors will meet. Highway Watch Training will be provided to all attendees following the regular business meeting.

*March 30, 1 p.m., Holiday Inn on the River. WTA Board of Directors will meet.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PREPARATION (VITA)

Tax returns will be prepared electronically and e-filed at no cost to senior citizens, low-income taxpayers, and college students. Info: Jamie Robert, Internal Revenue Service, 261-6370, ext. 223; or Cheryl VonRiesen, 265-6917.

*In Casper College Thorson Business Building Room 404: Through April 15, 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays and 7-9 p.m. Mondays.

*At Central Wyoming Senior Center, 1831 E. Fourth St.: Through April 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays.

CONSIGNMENT & THRIFT SHOPS

*Joshua's Storehouse, 1700 W. First St. (behind NAPA Auto Parts), a volunteer, nonprofit distribution center, seeks volunteers as well as donations of canned goods, cereal, and other non-perishable food items for food boxes. Clothing, shoes, household goods, bedding and other items, and Bibles are given free to those in need. Financial donations are appreciated. Info: 265-0242.

*The Salvation Army Thrift Store is located at 1230 E. Yellowstone. Donations are accepted at this location; do not leave anything on the dock before or after hours of operation.

*Rescued Treasures, 330 N. Durbin St., an outreach ministry of the Central Wyoming Rescue Mission, is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Proceeds are used to help the poor and homeless. Info: 577-7793.

*The Methodist Thrift Shop, 221 W. First St., is open 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and Saturday. Closed today and March 19 for cleaning and restocking with spring inventory. All proceeds returned to area needy. Donations gratefully accepted. Info: 234-6611.

*Poverty Resistance Thrift Shop, 450 S. Wolcott, is open from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. The non-profit organization provides clothing, food and other items to low-income families. PRI is seeking donations of men's work clothing, boots, and hard hats. Info: 232-8725.

*St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store, 301 E. H St., is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Items include adult & children's clothing and small household goods. All proceeds benefit Interfaith, Seton House, Holy Cross Food Bank and St. Anthony's Northside Center. Info: 237-2607.

*Bargain Basement, 1511 S. Melrose, is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. Proceeds benefit Interfaith and Habitat for Humanity. Info: 265-4466.

CARENET PREGNANCY & RESOURCE CENTER OF CASPER

1746 S. Poplar St. Hours: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday/Thursday and 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Wednesday. The center provides free pregnancy tests, education on abortion and alternatives to abortion, adoption and parenting support and post-abortion support. The Mommy and Me Program is an incentives-based mentoring program for pregnant women up to age 21. Diapers and formula are available on an emergency-needs basis. Appointments are requested by calling 473-2273.

CASPER EVENTS CENTER

Box office hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; first day of sales; and day of ticketed events. For ticket information, call 577-3030 or toll-free (800) 442-2256.

*Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. March 25 for "Spring Bling," at 7:30 p.m. April 20. The "Dirty South Rapper" tour stop features Trick Daddy with Lil' Flip, Outlawz and Too Short. Parental discretion is advised. All tickets are $29.50; seating in the stands is reserved and seating on the floor is general admission.

*Wyoming Cavalry kicks off its season with a game against the San Angelo Stampede at 7:05 p.m. March 25. Tickets are $9, $15, $26 and $30; season tickets still are available.

*Bone Thugs n' Harmony and Tech N9ne will perform at 7:30 p.m. March 28. Adult content; parental discretion advised. All tickets are $25; seating in the stands is reserved and floor seating is general admission.

*Elvis Costello and the Imposters' "The Monkey Speaks His Mind" Tour stops at 7:30 p.m. April 13. Reserved seating is $29.50 and $39.50.

NICOLAYSEN ART MUSEUM & DISCOVERY CENTER

400 E. Collins Drive. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday. Discovery Center admission is free. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday. Info: 235-5247.

*Part-time volunteers are needed in several different areas of the museum. Info: Carmen, 235-5427.

*Through April 3 in the Hallway Gallery, selected works by Casper College Visual Arts Department students include paintings, drawings, sculpture, ceramics, photography, and metalsmithing.

*"Open Ground: New Regional Sculpture" and "A Celebration of Quiltmaking" run through March 20. "Open Ground" features the works of Virginia Folkestad, Lorre Hoffman, Kate Hunt, Phoebe Knapp and Patrick Marold. The quilting exhibit features "Innovations New Works by the Front Range Contemporary Quilters" and "Tradition and Heritage: Treasures from the Wyoming Pioneer Museum."

NATRONA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

307 E. Second St. Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday; and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday & Saturday, and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Bob Goff Memorial/Mills Branch Library hours: 1-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 1-5 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Mark J. Davis/Edgerton Branch Library hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday; 1-7 p.m. Wednesday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday. Info: 237-4935.

*Volunteers are needed to help check shelves, put books in order, and identify those in need of repair. To participate in "Adopt a Shelf," call 237-4935, ext. 129.

*Free computer classes have resumed this month in the new Tech Center. A complete schedule for the next three months is available at (www.library.natrona.net). Space is limited and registration is required. Scheduled classes: "Intro to Online Library Research," March 24, 10 a.m.-noon.

*March 24, 6:30 p.m., Crawford Room. "Great Local Fishing Spots" discussion with Robin Kepple of Wyoming Game and Fish.

*The library and branches are closed March 25 & 27.

GLENROCK BRANCH LIBRARY

518 S. Fourth St., Glenrock. Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday & Friday and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Closed Sunday and Monday. Info: (307) 436-2573.

BOOK-SIGNING AND WORKSHOP

Noon, Blue Heron Books and Espresso in the Atrium Plaza downtown. Author Phil Condon of Missoula, Mont., will sign copies of his books, "Montana Surround: Land, Water, Nature, and Place" and "Clay Center"; and present a workshop. He is an environmental writing and literature instructor at the University of Montana.

CASPER ARTIST'S GUILD

Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, West Wind Gallery, 1040 W. 15th St. Admission is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is required for all workshops. Info: 265-2655.

*Open Studio in any medium is offered from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mondays. All artists are welcome.

*Life drawing sessions are offered from 7-10 p.m. Mondays. Fee charged. Info: Bob Odell, 235-5408.

*Portrait classes are offered from 9 a.m.-noon Wednesdays. Cost is $5 per session. Info: Marj Haass, 234-4775.

*Through April 1, Kelly Walsh High School Show.

*April 3, 2-4 p.m. A 90th birthday reception will be held for long-time member Irma Stolt.

*April 5, Scotch and Watercolor Society Show; reception from 2-4 p.m. April 10.

WYO VETERANS' MEMORIAL MUSEUM

3740 Jourgensen, in the former Casper Army Air Base Servicemen's Club, east of Natrona County International Airport. Hours: Noon-5 p.m. Thursday-Sunday. Admission is free; donations are appreciated. The museum features artifacts from all branches of military services from the Indian Wars-present. Info: 472-1857; Wyoming Veterans' Affairs Commission, 265-7372; toll-free outside of Casper, (800) 833-5987. For groups of 10 or more or tours arranged at different times, call the commission.

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL WYO

The organization encompasses the Glenrock, Douglas, Shoshoni and Casper areas. Memberships are $10 per year and are waived for military families.

*Greater Casper Branch, 1701 E. K St., Casper. Through March 31, club member hours: 2:30- 8 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday; full days (no school), 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; summer hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Club business hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Friday; program support office hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. A free after-school snack and free dinners at 6 p.m. are offered to club members. After-school and daily programs: Project Learn; technology lab; arts; games room; teen room; recreation and fitness: instructed sessions in two gymnasiums for after-school recreation, lifetime sports and tournaments, as well as evening sports leagues. These include basketball, indoor soccer, and cheerleading for grades K-6; Ultimate Flag Football for grades K-4; Nike summer basketball league for junior-high through college players; volleyball for grades 3-6; and T-ball for ages 4-8. Sports league fees are generally $25 for 7-8 week seasons. Info: 235-5694.

*Program Support Center, 1701 E. K St. Info: 234-2456.

*Glenrock Branch, 412 S. Fourth St. Info: 436-7588.

*The Boys and Girls Clubs host "Sweet 16" post-season youth basketball tournaments for boys in grades 5-6. All players on a roster must be representatives of their respective elementary schools. Other rules apply concerning player/coach eligibility. The tournament is limited to the first 16 teams to register in each grade level: deadeline for grade 5 is March 25 and grade 6 is April 1. All games will be held at the Greater Casper Branch. Cost is $50 per team, with a 3-game guarantee for all registered teams. Grade 5 tournament is April 2-3; grade 6 tournament is April 9-10. Info: Derek DeBoer, 235-5694.

*March 28, April 4 and 11, Greater Casper Branch.Fathers' Initiative concerns difficult issues in a safe, non-threatening environment. Fathers will be paid $20 per session. Info: Kim, 234-2456.

clubs & meetings

SELF HELP CENTER HOTLINE

The Self Help Center has a 24-hour confidential hotline, 262-9675, available to help educate potentially abusive men and provide available resources. The Self Help office number is 235-2814.

OSLC MEN'S BREAKFAST GROUP

Our Saviour Lutheran Church men meet for breakfast at 6:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Platte River Restaurant, 321 E. E St. New participants welcome. Info: 237-9087.

TOPS MEETINGS

*No. 35: 6:45-8 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, Eighth & Wolcott. New members welcome. Info: 237-3880 or 265-2085.

*No. 162: Christ United Methodist Church, 1868 S. Poplar St. Weigh-in at 8 a.m., meeting at 8:30 a.m. Info: 266-3363 or 266-4748.

*No. 299: 9 a.m., Fourth & Midwest, Mills. Info: 235-1249.

*No. 86: 6 p.m., Evansville Senior Center, Third & Curtis, Evansville. Info: 473-7060.

12-24 CLUB

9 a.m.-9 p.m., 136 W. Eighth St. Club is open to family and friends who are having trouble with alcohol and/or drugs. Info: 237-8035.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open. Info: 266-9578.

*10 a.m. & 8 p.m. (closed), 328 E. A St. Eastsiders.

*Noon, 136 W. Eighth St., Expect A Miracle.

*6:30 p.m., 917 N. Beech.

*7 p.m., 136 W. Eighth St., See Why Serenity.

*8 p.m., 615 W. Deer (downstairs), Glenrock.

*8:23 p.m., 148 Copper, Evansville.

LIONS CLUB OF CASPER

Noon, Parkway Plaza. Info: 234-7316.

TOASTMASTERS PIONEER CLUB NO. 97

Noon, Petroleum Club. Lunch is available. Info: 237-9523.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE

1 p.m., Senior Citizens' Center, 1831 E. Fourth St. Info: 265-4427, 235-3467, 235-5542 or 234-7038.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL NO. 1563

Meetings are at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at St. Anthony's Parish Center. Info: 237-8921.

EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS SUPPORT GROUP

7 p.m. 12-24 Club, 136 W. Eighth St. The EA support group is for families who have family members with emotional problems or issues. Open topics, discussions, open meetings and 12-Step program. Info: Randi, 266-9770.

WESTERN HERITAGE COWBOY CHURCH

Western Heritage Cowboy Church meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the building across from Mills Fire Hall on Fourth Street. Services are open to the public and casual dress is the code. Info: Stanley and Daphney Adams, 265-5455.

SEXAHOLICS ANONYMOUS

7 p.m., 309 N. McKinley. Info: 265-8590.

AL-ANON

Info: 266-9578.

*7-8 p.m., 123 W. First St., enter door at corner of First and David streets. "Stepping Stones to Recovery" family group meeting. Non-smoking.

*7:30-8 p.m., 328-1/2 E. A St. (upstairs). 12-step Study Group beginners' meeting. 8 p.m., 12-step Study Group Sharing; beginners welcome.

*8 p.m., 615 W. Deer, Senior Citizens' building, Glenrock.

FRIENDS OF THE CASPER LIONS CLUB

7 p.m. For location, call 235-5972.

CYSL REFEREE MEETING

7 p.m., UW Extension Office, 951 N. Poplar. Info: 235-9400.

N.C. SHERIFF'S CADETS EXPLORER POST NO. 1

7 p.m., 201 N. David. Info: 235-9282.

CASPER MOUNTAIN MUSHERS

7:30 p.m. Call 234-8689 for location.

CASPER LODGE NO. 15, A.F.&A.M.

7:30 p.m., Masonic Temple. Info: 265-5696.

CASPER REBEKAH LODGE NO. 139

7:30 p.m., IOOF Hall, 136 S. Wolcott. Info: 234-2474.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS

Info: 266-7154. Wyoming hotline: (866) 315-1861; Web site: (http://womingna.org).

*8 p.m., 136 W. Eighth St., 12-24 Club, closed, non-smoking, women's meeting; 904 N. Durbin, closed, smoking topic and discussion.

Upcoming

CASPER PLANETARIUM

904 N. Poplar St. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Admission is $2.50 per person per program, unless otherwise noted. Most programs are not suitable for children under age 6. Group rates are available: $25 for 25 or fewer and $1 per person for 26 or more; reservations are required. Info: 577-0310.

*Special laser shows are $5 per person: March 24 & 26, 7 p.m. "Legends of the Night Sky." March 25-26, 8 p.m. "Dark Side of the Moon." Advanced tickets recommended.

*Reservations are required for the "Young Galileo Project," scheduled from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays from March 29-April 26. The program is open to grades 6 and up; fee is $25 per student.

LABYRINTH PRAYER PATH

March 25, 7:30-9 p.m., March 26, 8-11 a.m. The Labyrinth at St. Anthony's Parish Center, 642 S. Wolcott St., will be available for walking. People from all faith communities are welcomed. Info: Joan Anderson, 472-3720.

EASTER EGG HUNT

March 26, 11 a.m., Washington Park. All children of Casper ages 6 months-11 years are invited to attend. Sponsors are Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 991 and its Ladies Auxiliary and VFW Post No. 9439 and its Ladies and Men's auxiliaries.

VERN & RITA DAVIS

March 26, 7-10 p.m., Central Wyoming Senior Center, 1831 E. Fourth St. Admission to the dance is $3. No smoking or alcohol.

TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL

*Morning Tour Club No. 2503 meets at 6:30 a.m. Mondays in the garden area of the Radisson Hotel. Breakfast is available. Info: 234-0158.

*Pathfinder Club No. 8593 meets at 6:15 p.m. Tuesdays in the second-floor conference room of Wyoming Financial Center. 400 E. First St. Info: 235-2956.

*Pioneer Club No. 97 meets at noon Wednesdays at the Petroleum Club. Lunch is available. Info: 237-9523.

AL-ANON

"Monday Noon Brown-Baggers" meets at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 701 S. Wolcott.

MENDED HEARTS

March 28, 7 p.m., Wyoming Medical Center support services building auditoriums A&B, 1200 E. Third St. Speaker: Connie Arnold on "Sleep Apnea." Info: 235-1470 or 237-2349.

CIVIL AIR PATROL CADETS

Meetings are 7-9 p.m. Mondays at Star Lane Center, west of Poplar on First Street. Boys and girls ages 12-18 participate in search and rescue activities, aerospace education, leadership training, and preparation for U.S. Air Force service as part of the mission of the Civil Air Patrol, the Air Force volunteer auxiliary. Those ages 18-21 may continue as cadets or may become senior CAP members. Web site: (www.manicaltitude.net/cap).

CASPER HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

March 29, 6:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, City Hall, 200 N. David St. A public hearing will be held to consider the National Register nomination for the Masonic Temple, 105 N. Center St. Comments in writing are requested by March 28. Written and/or oral comments will be accepted at the hearing; time limitations may be enforced. Copies of the nomination are available at the city manager's office in City Hall; and at Fort Caspar Museum, 4001 Fort Caspar Road. Info: Rick Young, Fort Caspar Museum, 235-8462; or Peggy Brooker, 265-5178, ext. 10.

CASPER CHESS CLUB

Tuesdays, 6:30-10 p.m., St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 400 Country Club Road. Info: Dan Tanner, 234-3797.

CASPER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMMITTEES

500 N. Center St. Winter hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Reservations are required for all meetings/events by calling 234-5311.

*March 30, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Parkway Plaza ballrooms. Reservations are required for the inagural All-Chamber Quarterly Luncheon.

*April 1, noon, Old Chicago. Ambassadors.

*April 7, 7:30-9 a.m., All That Yarn, Beverly Plaza Shopping Center. Business Breakfast Before Hours.

*April 7, noon, 303 Restaurant. Agriculture.

N.C. LIBRARY FOUNDATION'S 'EDIBLE BOOK FEST'

The Natrona County Library Foundation presents its second annual fund-raiser, "The Edible Book Fest," at 6:30 p.m. April 1 at Coliseum Motors, 6101 E. Second St. Participants may vote on their favorite edible book, bid on book-themed auction baskets, sample hors d'oeuvres, and listen to jazz music by Casper College's JuJu Jazz ensemble. A cash bar will be available. Natrona County Health Department requires that edible books to be consumed at the event must be prepared in a licensed kitchen; others will be displayed only but will be eligible for prizes. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 12 and under and are available at Blue Heron Books and Espresso in Atrium Plaza downtown, Ralph's Books and Cards in Hilltop Shopping Center, The Flower Gallery and Natrona County Public Library. Info: Foundation director Laurette Fisher, 262-3052.

'WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD' CELEBRATION

April 2, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunrise Shopping Center. Nutrition and Child Development Inc. hosts the fifth annual event, which is free and open to the public. A variety of booths from various community programs and organizations will feature free crafts, games, and activities for children and their families. Parents may learn about services and programs available in the Casper area. Dr. Deon Zeitner of Central Wyoming Optometric Center will provide free vision screenings. Displays in the front parking lot will include heavy-equipment and police and rescue vehicles; the Casper Fire Department "Get Out" firehouse. Beginning at 11 a.m., free Pepsi, Blimpie's sandwiches and Domino's pizza will be served.

CASPER CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY

Unless otherwise noted, all concerts are at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 701 S. Wolcott.

*April 2, 7:30 p.m., Competition winners will be showcased. The evening will conclude with an encore performance by Pamela Glasser-Turner on horn and Richard Turner on bassoon, joined by some of their friends. Tickets are $8 for adults, $6 for senior citizens and $2 for students and are available at the door.

AMOCO RETIREES

April 4, 11:30 a.m., Petroleum Club. Lunch and business meeting. Info: 235-1213.

PARENT-STUDENT-TEACHER ASSOCIATION ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

April 4 & May 2, noon-1 p.m., Natrona County High School west cafeteria. Free lunch will be served at 11:45 a.m. The group will focus on networking, information, and sharing of concerns and ideas. Info: Sheri Mitchell, 577-0330.