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(Jackson, Wyo.) –  Starting now through Monday step out of your comfort zone and into a drawing course, learn about the power of art for healing, or get your boogie on with the Roosevelts. Plus, there’s lots happening for Old West Days.

Find out what’s happening this week on DailyWonder.org for today’s #WonderWednesday.

Wednesday, May 24,  1-4 pm

Beginning Drawing with Jenny Dowd 

Set aside Wednesday afternoons and learn how to draw with innovative instructor Jenny Dowd. This month-long series at the Art Association will help beginners or refresh more advanced artists on techniques like line and shape, perspective, value and depth, and composition. Sign up online.

Friday, May 26,  12-1 pm

Art Talk with Tamara Ashburn King 

Explore the connection between art and healing at St. John’s Professional Office Building. King’s exhibit “Reflections” provides a real-life example of how art can provide a healing environment. RSVP requested.

Friday, May 26 – Monday, May 31

Old West Days 

A Jackson Hole tradition for 30 years, the Old West Days festival offers everything from Mountain Man Rendezvous goods and crafts, to a parade, and even a Brew Fest with 20 craft brewers competing for a Golden Boot prize. Learn more.

Saturday, May 27, 10 pm

The Roosevelts 

KMTN 96.9 FM and 307 Live present The Roosevelts: America’s Own Indie-Rock Act at Town Square Tavern. These songsmiths carved a distinctive niche in the Austin music scene before moving to Nashville. Come to hear a sound that’s a little bluesy, a little bit folky, and a little bit rock ‘n’ roll. Get tickets (for $9.69) and see a video online.

Monday, May 29, 6 pm

Hootenanny 

Wind up Memorial Day weekend on a good note with the Hootenanny at Dornan’s outside Moose. This open mic night features local-area musicians who play two-song sets. Free.

These are only a sample of the week’s wonderful events, see them all at DailyWonder.org.

Are you hosting an arts, music or culture event? Add it to our calendar.

DailyWonder is a project of Center of Wonder, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and advocating for the arts in Jackson Hole.

DailyWonder.org is a project of the nonprofit Center of Wonder
advocating for the arts in Jackson Hole and empowering its creative leaders.

DailyWonder offers the best possible collection of what to do in Jackson Hole. Our curated calendar features more than 80 creative events each week.

DailyWonder partners contribute events ranging from pop-up shows to workshops and world-class performances. Our Wonder Team stays on the lookout for lesser known events and fills in the gaps. Together we create a calendar full of happenings from local creatives, music venues, arts organizations and Jackson Hole businesses.