What: Make a Blanket Day, a Project Linus event

When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20

Where: Jonah Bank Building, 3001 E. Pershing Blvd., Cheyenne

Cost: Fleece and monetary donations appreciated

Who benefits: Children in need in the Cheyenne area

Sponor: Alpha Family Medicine

More information: Help make tie blankets during this special day, which organizers plan to make an annual event.

To sign up for a time: Call Rita at 421-0082 or Rose at 630-7703.

What: Knights of Columbus Mexican Dinner

When: 6-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29, or until food runs out

Where: Knights of Columbus Hall, 507 W. 28th St., Cheyenne

Cost: $7 for adults, $4 for a child’s plate

Who benefits: Proceeds will go to pay for shipping microscopes to the Zambia, Africa Seminarian Science Lab. The Knights of Columbus were able to obtain the microscopes from the old St. Mary’s School science lab.

More information: The menu consists of deep-fried taco, smothered beef and bean burrito, Spanish rice, refried beans, ice cream, coffee and punch.

For more information: Call Doug Gasseling at 638-7016.

What: Charity Scrapbooking Club of Cheyenne event to help Needs Inc.

When: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 6

Where: Unitarian Universalist Church, 3005 Thomes Ave., Cheyenne

Cost: Free, but participants are asked to bring non-perishable food items for the food pantry. Vendors are welcome for a small fee.

More information: This is the second in a series of monthly scrapbooking crops that will take place on the first Saturday of each month. Each event will benefit a different local charity.

For more information: Call Michelle Swanson at 632-5085.

What: Boys & Girls Club Chili Challenge to benefit the Cheyenne club

When: 5-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29

Where: Holiday Inn, 204 W. Fox Farm Road, Cheyenne

Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 12, free for 5 and under.

Tickets can be purchased in advance at the club, 1700 Snyder Ave., or from a board member and also will be on sale at the door the night of the event.

The entrance fee includes chili, soft drinks, beer and ice cream.

More information: In its second year, the Chili Challenge is an event to raise general operating funding for the club’s youth development program.

Attendees sample chili while enjoying the musical talents of Todd Dereemer, Steve Scott and Marke Wielang. Attendees are asked to vote for their favorite chili with their dollars (or checks) at one or more of the team’s booths. At the end of the night, the team with the most contributions for the club will win the People’s Choice Award.

For more information: Call the Boys & Girls Club of Cheyenne at 778-6674.

What: Haiti Pancake/Prayer Breakfast

When: 7-9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23

Where: Golden Prairie Baptist Church, 4996 County Road 226, Burns

Cost: Free-will offering, with a suggested $5 donation.

More information: All proceeds go to the Haiti Relief Fund through Samaritan’s Purse.

The menu is pancakes, ham, juice and coffee. Prayers for Haiti will be held intermittently during breakfast.

For more information: Contact Justin at 547-3318 or Barbara at 214-0907.

What: Clothing drive sponsored by Foot of the Rockies to benefit the Wyoming Coalition for the Homeless in Cheyenne

When: Through Feb. 15

Where: Donations may be dropped off at Foot of the Rockies, 1740 Dell Range Blvd. or the Wyoming Coalition for the Homeless Welcome Mat, 907 Logan Ave., Cheyenne

More information: Donations can include all clothing items, camping gear and much more. For a complete list of items that will help those in need, go to http://www.wch.vcn.com/wchlp.htm#Donations

For more information: Call Foot of the Rockies at 778-7866 or the Wyoming Coalition for the Homeless at 634-8499.

What: Habitat for Humanity’s first Obsessive Shopper Sale

When: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16

Where: Unitarian Universalist Church, 3005 Thomes Ave., Cheyenne

Who benefits: Habitat for Humanity of Laramie County’s 2010 Women Build Project, which helps provide housing for low-income Cheyenne-area residents

More information: Shoppers will find deep discounts on items such as furniture, clothing, home décor, electronics, art and craft supplies, toys, appliances, sporting goods, books and more.

Donations are now being accepted for the sale.

To arrange for a pickup: Call Lori at 421-4234.

What: Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wyoming is currently looking for volunteers in the Cheyenne area.

When: Now

More information: Since 1985, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wyoming has been granting wishes of Wyoming children between the ages of 2-1/2 and 18 with life-threatening medical conditions. The organization does not consider the child’s background, beliefs, income or any other demographic factor.

The foundation also has participated in “Wish Assists,” in which wish kids from around the country and the world who want to visit Wyoming make trips to Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole, make dinosaur digs, visit guest ranches or simply come to see snow.

Volunteering with Make-A-Wish is not time-consuming – you choose the level of input you feel is right for you. No amount of time or service is too little.

To volunteer or for more information: Contact Pam Jones, volunteer/events coordinator, at 1-888-WYO-WISH or by e-mail at pjones@wyoming.wish.org. The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wyoming’s Web site is http://wyoming.wish.org/.

What: Barn dance and chili supper to benefit Apryl Meares

When: 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10

Where: Bunkhouse Bar and Grill, 14 miles west of Cheyenne on Happy Jack Road

Cost: $8 per person for chili and fixings, one side and one drink ticket.

More information: There also will be a silent auction during the barn dance, as well as a raffle drawing for half a beef, including processing.

Volunteers and donations for the silent auction are still needed.

Meares, daughter of longtime Cheyenne residents Tom and Micky Meares, suffered devastating injuries as a result of a car accident. This is the second benefit to help her family with medical costs.

For more information: Or to volunteer, call Marya at 635-0749 or Millissia at 287-6766.

What: Garage sale to help fund Central High band students’ trip to Festival Disney March 25-30 in Orlando, Fla.

When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16

Where: Commons area, Cheyenne’s Central High, 5500 Education Drive, Cheyenne

More information: The band will travel to Disney World in Orlando for three performances, while the color guard will perform once. There will be critiques and awards presented during the festival.

The garage sale will feature all kinds of items, including sports equipment, furniture, books, clothing and toys.

For more information: Or to make a cash donation to the band, contact Kevin Madigan at Central High, 771-2680 or 630-1185.