July is Independent Retailer Month, and we encourage consumers to shop within their local communities. Why is this important? Local retailers create jobs and hire local people; local retailers are neighbors, friends, and family; shopping local creates more sustainable cities, towns and communities; and, “A dollar spent at an independent retailer is usually spent six to fifteen times in the community before heading out of town. Just $1 can create $5 to $14 of value in the immediate area.”— South Dakota Rural Enterprise, Inc
 

Explore more about #indieretail at https://www.indieretailermonth.com/ 

TLC Staff: Diane, Kim, Katelyn, Amanda and Debbie

Wyoming Library to Business is a business-focused, community driven and completely free resource, based in your local library! The goal is to connect Wyoming entrepreneurs and business owners with a curated network of business experts, resources to learn new skills, and the tools to succeed at every stage. The following are questions you can ask:

• The steps to start (or expand) your business;
• Where to find funding for your business;
• How to create value for your future (and current) customers;
• Connecting with members of our community who can offer advice and mentorship.

ADDRESS: Multiple locations throughout the state. Click on the counties in Wyoming for availability in your area.

WEBSITE: library.wyo.gov/business/

Are contributions returned if the campaign does not reach its stated fundraising goal?
 

Answer: No. We believe that campaigns should keep the funds they raised, even if the total funding goal may not have been reached. We expect each campaign team to make some progress in achieving their goals even if they are not fully funded. Campaigns are required to report to their supporters on the exact use of funds received.

Big Horn Records (BHR) is kicking off their crowdfunding campaign with a launch party that you won't want to miss out on! Join Shawn Day and the BHR team on July 13 at the Black Box Theater in downtown Sheridan, doors will open to the public at 5 pm Mountain Time. The public is invited to join Tris Munsick & the Innocents for the filming of the Desperate Situations music video. Food and a no-host bar will be available. Event tickets are $10 and all proceeds will go directly to Big Horn Records crowdfunding campaign. Use the password WyomingGrown to secure your ticket today!

https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/3372972/big-horn-records-launch-party-sheridan-the-mars-theater

The mission for this crowdfunding campaign is to obtain funds to start AJ Gold's production of the first ever documentary "We're Here, We're Queer, We are Your Neighbors". This documentary will dive into the lives of many of the members of the LGBT community here in the Equality State. Whether they are a doctor, lawyer, nurse, teacher, cop, a coach, a cashier, their voice matters. The goal is to premiere this film in the summer of 2025. View this campaign for more information.

Nicholas Johnson is excited to announce the launch of Turn On The Dark Entertainment LLC, Casper's first-ever haunted attraction business, which will be located in downtown Casper, Wyoming, and open on October 20th, 2023! Our Haunted Attraction will feature over 50 double-sided reusable attraction panels, UV paint for a one-of-a-kind 3D experience, 3D glasses, blacklights, and special effects like fog, bubbles, and lasers. We’re offering exclusive rewards to our backers, including discounted attraction tickets, lifetime access passes, and other limited-edition merchandise.

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