2024 LOCAL GIFT GUIDE
This list highlights just a few of the many wonderful local businesses where you can find unique gifts, but it is by no means comprehensive. Cheyenne is home to countless shops, artisans, and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. We encourage you to explore all that our community has to offer and support local this holiday season!
BOOKS & READING
BLIND DATE WITH A BOOKTHE WILLOW BRANCH
Each book is a beautifully wrapped surprise with goodies like tea and thewillowbranchbooks.com
A LOCALLY WRITTEN READ - BONSAI BOOKS
This cozy bookstore offers a large selection of books by local authors! 126 Quincy Road
TEA BLENDS - THE HAWTHORN TREE
What goes perfectly with a cozy reading day? A hot cup of tea! 112 E 17th Street
A WARM THROW OR SOFT SOCKS - JAX OUTDOOR GEAR
What goes perfectly with a cozy reading day? A hot cup of tea! 1400 Dell Range Boulevard
ART & MUSIC
EVENT TICKETSTHE LINCOLN CHEYENNE OR CHEYENNE CIVIC CENTER
Give the gift of an unforgettable live performance! thelincolncheyenne.com cheyennepresents.com
VINYL RECORDS - ERNIE NOVEMBER OR DOWNTOWN VINYL
ACTIVITIES & CLASSES
JUMP PASSES - FRONTIER TRAMPOLINE PARK
25,000 square feet of jumping fun! 3501 E Lincolnway Ste B
DINNER IN THE DUGOUTTHE FACTORY/2 DOORS DOWN
Hit the batting cages and enjoy a juicy burger. 114 E 17th Street
A PURRRFECT DAY - CATZ N COFFEE CONNECTIONS
Who doesn’t love to curl up with a cute kitty? 615 W 20th Street
DIY WORKSHOP - BOARD & BRUSH
Custom signs and designs made by you! 1719 Pioneer Avenue
MUD SLINGING - SILVER SAGE CERAMICS
Unlock their inner artist with beginner to advanced pottery classes! 3110 Old Faithful Road
COFFEE BOUQUET - THE FLORISTA
This mobile florist and barista puts together small bouquets with a favorite hot or iced drink! INSTAGRAM: FLORISTA.WYO
LUXURY PICNIC - HEAVEN’S TOUCH LUXURY PICNICS
Beautifully curated outdoor dining with add-ons like photography and fresh flowers.
PAINT & SIP - FLYDRAGON STUDIO
An opportunity to relax and create together! 600 W 17th Street
AX THROWING - 307 HATCHET HOUSE
9 lanes of unforgettable hatchet-throwing fun 3151 Nationway Suite A2
GAME NIGHT - FLIPPERS FAMILY ARCADE Food, drinks, and arcade games! 1617 Capitol Avenue
New and vintage music for the audio enthusiast in your life. 217 W Lincolnway 1612 Capitol Avenue
WESTERN ART & GOODIESWESTWARD BOUTIQUE
Original art, prints, and apparel you won’t find elsewhere. 1601 Capitol Avenue
FINE ART & CUSTOM FRAMINGDESELMS
Find new art or frame something sentimental. 303 E 17th Street
UNIQUE JEWELRY & CRYSTALSTWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE STORE
Voted Best of the Best Boutique Gift Shop this store has so much to offer at both locations! 301 W Lincolnway & 3344 Ridge Road #7
TURQUOISE - INDIGO BUFFALO OR HIGH PLAINS TURQUOIS
Beautiful custom jewelry!
220 W Lincolnway 307 W 18th Street
WESTERN FLAIR- THE RANCH WIFE MERCANTILE OR JUST DANDY
For the family member or friend who has an unforgettable sense of style. 1821 Carey Avenue 212 W 17th Street
HOME & HOBBIES
COOKWARE - THE PRAIRIE PANTRY
A nice charcuterie set or casserole dish (bonus points if it’s filled!); items for any budget!
305 W Lincolnway
WESTERN DECOR - WYOMING HOME
“Some gifts are big. Some gifts are small. But the ones that come from the heart are the best gifts of all.”
Tinku Razoria
FOOD & DRINKS
FROM THE FARM - WHITT’S END CATTLE DEPOT
Farm fresh foods and goods! 1249 Happy Jack Road
LOCAL LIQUOR - CHRONICLES DISTILLING OR PINE BLUFFS DISTILLERY
Keep it classic or introduce them to a new favorite!
1506 Thomes Avenue 115 Bourbon Street, Pine Bluffs
WINE TASTING - VINTAGES OR BLUE STEM WINE HOUSE
Make it a night out with locally fermented wine!
1909 Warren Avenue 309 N American Road #11&12
CUSTOM MACARONSTEA & HONEY MACARONS
Beautifully crafted french desserts. teahoneymacarons.com
UNIQUELY WYOMING FASHION
Furniture, art, tableware; this store is in the business of helping make a house a home! 216 W Lincolnway
A HOUSE PLANTSUNSHINE PLANT COMPANY
Nothing adds warmth and life to a home quite like a beautiful house plant.
600 W 17th Street
PROFESSIONAL CLEANING
Who couldn’t use a little extra help around the house during the holidays? Call your agent for recommendations!
WY COWBOYS GEAR - BROWN & GOLD OUTLET
For your favorite Cowboys fan. 1802 Dell Range Boulevard #6
SOMETHING HANDMADE - 307 MADE
A collection of handmade items by Wyoming makers and companies. 1721 Carey Avenue
TRAIL & TRAIN RIDES - TERRY BISON RANCH
Explore everything the ranch has to offer from bison train tours, to trail rides, to the trading post and steakhouse! 51 I-25 Frontage Road
MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION - WYOMING WILDLIFE MAGAZINE
Published in partnership between subscribers and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Wyoming Wildlife’s pages contain the state’s wild things and places. wgfd.wyo.gov
ANNUAL PASS - WYOMING STATE PARKS
Hiking, camping, paddle boarding! There’s no better gift for someone who loves to explore WY! wyoparks.wyo.gov
WYOMING LEATHER - ALEXIS
High end, fashionable gifts including their new Steamboat collection! 1505 Carey Avenue
STOCKING STUFFERSWYOMING STATE MUSEUM GIFT SHOP
Drinkware, souvenirs, treats, and more!
2301 Central Avenue
Need some more gift inspiration?
Discover more of what Cheyenne has to offer in our local guide!
OWNING A HOME
is a great way to build long-term wealth
There are some
other
important dividends, too.
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a home, consider this: interest rates are still at historic lows, conventional financing is accessible, and FHA mortgage applications are rising. The more you know about homeownership, the more you’ll see it’s a decision worth making now.
On average, the value of a home nearly doubles every ten years. That’s a return most investments can’t match. Over the past three decades, home values have risen 6.6% annually. With a small down payment, buyers see greater returns on their initial investment, thanks to the power of leverage.
The average homeowner today has 36 times the wealth of the average renter. Homeownership builds equity and offers valuable tax deductions, like those on property taxes and mortgage interest—benefits that help homeowners climb the economic ladder.
Sixty percent of the average homeowner’s wealth is their home’s equity. Historically, long-term homeowners build significant equity, and homeownership remains the largest single source of wealth for most Americans—an investment few regret making.
Of course, a home is much more than a way to accumulate wealth. It’s a place to enjoy your lifestyle and loved ones. What other investment can claim that?
The best way to evaluate your options is to give me a shout! Together, we can look at market conditions and I can provide soild advice to help you create a plan to get where you want to be.
NOVEMBER
28th/ HAPPY THANKSGIVING, FRIENDS!
29&30th/HOLIDAY HOORAH AT THE HYNDS: VENDOR MARKET, Historic Hynds Building, FREE
30th/HEROES & HARMONY HOLIDAY MARKET, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Little America Hotel & Resort, FREE
30th/SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY, 5:30 PM, Downtown Cheyenne, FREE
30th/CHEYENNE CHRISTMAS PARADE 5:30 PM, Downtown Cheyenne, FREE
DECEMBER
1st-31st/STREET RAILWAY HOLIDAY LIGHTS TOURS, 6:00-9:00 PM, Cheyenne Depot Plaza, Tickets Available
2nd/NUTCRACKER! MAGIC CHRISTMAS BALLET! 7:00 PM, Cheyenne Civic Center, Tickets Available
6th/FESTIVAL OF TREES
5:30 PM, The Gallery at the Met, Tickets Available
6th/NEEDS INC. TAMALE THROWDOWN, 6:00-9:00 PM, The Louise Event Venue, Tickets Available
6&7th/56TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS HOUSE, 1507 Romsa Road, Tickets Available
7th/INDOOR DRIVE IN MOVIE FT. HOME ALONE, 6:00 PM, Events At Archer,
10th/THE ILLUSIONISTS- MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAY, 7:00 PM, Cheyenne Civic Center, Tickets Available
14th/ BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 8:30 AM, Archer Complex, Registration req.
At #1 PROPERTIES, we pride ourselves in building knowledge and experience to create the best real estate experiences and transactions possible. I’m excited to help you and your friends and family!
14th/CHRISTMAS CLASSIC 5K, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM, Lions Park, Registration req.
14th/HOLIDAY MAGIC- CHEYENNE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, 7:30 PM9:30 PM, Cheyenne Civic Center, Tickets Available
21st&22nd/MERRY MAKERS MARKET, 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM & 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Frontier Mall, FREE
31st/NEW YEARS EVE BALL DROP, 11:45 PM, Cheyenne Depot Plaza, FREE
There’s Only One #1
INGREDIENTS:
1/3 cup salted butter
3/4 cup milk of choice
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/4 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp salt
2 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 cups brown sugar, light or dark
1 1/2 cups hot water
6 oz cream cheese, cut into chunks
TOPPING:
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Vanilla ice cream, for serving
Snickerdoodle Cobbler
by Kiley O’Donnell
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Brown butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring constantly (5-8 minutes).
Pour into a 9x13” baking pan and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
In a large bowl, whisk milk, vanilla, and sugar.
Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
Spoon batter over brown butter (don’t mix).
Dot with cream cheese, sprinkle with brown sugar, and gently pour hot water over the top.
Bake for 35-45 minutes, until golden but still gooey at the bottom.
Mix cinnamon and sugar for topping.
After baking, sprinkle over cobbler. Cool slightly and serve warm with ice cream.
We’re incredibly grateful for the trust and support of our clients, partners, and community.
Every home we help buy or sell is a part of someone’s story, and that is an honor we cherish.
Thank you for allowing us to serve you, and for building this community with us.