Enterprise Newsletter • Featuring JACKALOPE DAYS 2018!
Train Museum ribbon cutting and 'Railroad Day' to kick off Jackalope Days 2018 festivities
Douglas' historic train depot, built when the community was established in 1886, is undergoing an upgrade. At 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 7 a ribbon cutting will be held at the building, unveiling Douglas' new Train Museum. The Casper Drum and Bugle Corps will be playing at the event.

"The building will continue to serve as the Converse County Tourism and Visitor Center," says Cindy Porter, Executive Director of The Enterprise. The Enterprise oversees operation of the visitor center. "We have updated the exhibits to pay tribute to Douglas' railroad heritage. We hope the community joins us to see the upgrades. We've seen strong interest in the project and are expecting an increased number of visitors this coming summer."
A steak dinner will be offered for $20 a plate on Thursday evening as part of Railroad Day
Following the ribbon cutting, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers is hosting a free hot dog lunch in Locomotive Park, the lawn area surrounding the historic depot.

A celebration of Douglas' railroad heritage will continue that evening with Douglas Mason's offering a steak dinner in Locomotive Park for $20 per plate. Attendees at the Railroad Day festivities are encouraged to head downtown Thursday evening for the First Thursday celebration.
June rendition of First Thursdays to take place at the beginning of Jackalope Days 2018
Things are expected to get a little "groovy" in downtown Douglas on the evening of June 7. First Thursday is taking place from 5-7 p.m. with a theme of "hippie bash."

It will be a great night to show up wearing your bell bottoms, your John Lennon glasses and driving your Volkswagen van!
If you're a vendor wishing to participate in the event, visit Allure Boutique in downtown Douglas.

That same evening, the Douglas library is offering two fun opportunities. From 4-8 p.m. there is a Rocky Mountain Raptors educational exhibit in the library parking lot. At 6 p.m., children are invited to the museum to paint a jackalope! For more information on the library's events call 358-3644.
Friday festivities centered on TGI Friday!
Jackalope Days attendees are invited downtown Douglas during the noon-hour on Friday, June 8. Community members will be gathering for a "brown bag luncheon." There will be music and great conversation with friends.
Friday's Jackalope Days festivities continue with a 5K Inflatable Run hosted by Peak Fitness. For more information on participating, please call 358-9888. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Chad Johnson family.

Those partaking in the Jackalope Days events are encouraged to come downtown Friday evening. The College Inn is planning a special event and it's sure to be a great evening to celebrate TGI Friday!
Saturday is sure to be a 'hoppin' good time'
From the car show to the races down Walnut Street, Saturday of Jackalope Days is a day full of family fun!
"We invited Douglas residents and non-profits to join us in making Jackalope Days 2018, our 50th celebration, bigger and better than ever before," says Cindy Porter, Executive Director of The Enterprise. "Saturday's schedule is proof of the amazing response we have seen."

Attendees are encouraged to walk through the area spanning from Walnut Street and throughout Jackalope Square. There will be vendors, games for the kids, dining and more. If you would like to participate in the poker walk, visit the car show booth for entry information.

Don't miss "adult human foosball, sure to be entertaining, and special performers at the Library. From Saturday morning through the evening street dance, community fun is planned!
Sunday schedule is focused on family FUN!
Make plans to attend Sunday is FUN Day events as part of Jackalope Days 2018.

The day begins with church services in Jackalope Square at 10 a.m.

From 5-7 p.m., don't miss Memorial Hospital of Converse County's Big Summer Block Party in the hospital parking lot. There will be family friendly games, free food and entertainment. The gathering is a POPULAR summertime event!
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