Peace of Mind: Your Journey, Your Way

09/07/2026

Our Disability Centered Emergency Preparedness Workshop is just FOUR days away! ⏳

We are currently looking for any and all last-minute donations to help supply our Emergency Go Bag door prizes! 👀

Backpacks
Glass Water Bottles
Toilet Paper & Tissues
Waterproof & Dry Bags
Rain Ponchos
Hand Sanitizer
Ziploc Bags
Hand & Body Warmers
Moist Wipes
Weather Radio & Batteries
Multitools
Duct Tape
Flashlights & Batteries
First Aid Kits
OTC Medications
Solar Power Banks
Two-Way Radios
Pens & Paper
Phone-Charging Cords
Safety Whistles
Basic Hygiene Supplies
High Protein Power Bars
Old Cell Phones To Call 911
Matches
Trash Bags
Face Masks (PPE)
Gloves
Ear Plugs & Headphones

If you’re interested in donating any of these items, or sponsoring any of their costs, please reach out to us! 🤝

📱(307) 223 - 6966
📧 [email protected]

PAYPAL @ pomyourjourney
VENMO @ peaceofmind-wyoming

We appreciate your support with helping us impact even more members of our community. 💜



Image Description: This graphic is an event flyer with a white background, gray and black text, and red accents. In the top right and bottom left corner are red emergency siren symbols. The title reads, “Disability Centered Emergency Preparedness Donation Call.” To the right of the words “Donation Call” is the accessibility symbol. To the right again are two logos: the POM logo featuring the signature rusty-red-orange aspen leaf, and Holiday Inn by IHG, a sponsor of the event. The caption reads, “Peace of Mind is requesting donations for our disability centered emergency preparedness workshop this Friday! Items Needed: (see above for list).” To the right are three more logos: The 5th Penny Tax, Albany County, & Laramie, Wyoming. Along the bottom of the graphic is more information about the event which reads, “Workshop Friday! SEP 11th 2026 4:30-8pm 4:30 Holiday Inn Laramie 204 N 30th St peaceofmindnonprofit.org.”

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from Ascent Social Marketing!
Today, we’re celebrating the hardworking business owners, entrepreneurs, and teams who put in the work to build something they’re proud of.
Here’s to a well-deserved day to slow down, recharge, and appreciate how far you’ve come.

09/04/2026

September is National Preparedness Month, and this year's theme is Americans Stand Ready. Follow Ready to learn how you can protect yourself and your family in emergencies, and how we all have a role to play in making our nation resilient.

More in our blog post: fema.gov/blog/americans-stand-ready-3-steps-you-can-take-national-preparedness-month

09/04/2026

Take a look at these upcoming events! 👀⬇️

Thursday, September 10th, 6pm
🏐Cowgirl Volleyball: Cowgirls vs. UC Santa Barbara
@ UniWyo Sports Complex - Come enjoy UW Women’s Volleyball at its finest! (Tickets $8-15 at the door)

Friday, September 11th, 4:30-8pm
🚒POM’s Disability Centered Emergency Preparedness Workshop
@ Holiday Inn - 204 S. 30th St. - FREE and open to the public! Panel experts, vendors, door prizes, light refreshments, and more!

Saturday, September 12th, 9-11am
🥞Cowboy Breakfast at Ivinson
@ Ivinson Memorial Hospital - 255 N 30th Street, West Parking Lot - FREE pancake breakfast, coffee from the Human Bean, UW hats and swag, and activities for the whole family!

Saturday, September 12th, 9am-12pm
👭26th Annual Wyoming Buddy Walk
@ Washington Park Bandshell - Tickets are $25 (18+) or $15 (17 and under)
Carnival games, snacks, music, and celebration! Register online until September 7th: https://givebutter.com/2026wybuddywalk

Saturday, September 12th, 10am-3pm
🦴2026 Wyoming Archaeology Fair
@ Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site - 975 Snowy Range Rd - FREE showcase of Wyoming’s cultural heritage! Special guests include the Wind River Dancers performing at 1pm.

Saturday, September 12th, 2pm
🏈UWYO Football’s First Home Game: Northern Colorado
@ War Memorial Stadium - Tickets Here: gowyo.evenue.net/list/FB

Saturday, September 12th, 7pm
🏐Cowgirl Volleyball: Cowgirls vs. Colorado State
@ UniWyo Sports Complex - Come enjoy UW Women’s Volleyball at its finest! (Tickets $8-15 at the door)

Sunday, September 13th, 1-3pm
📚Meet the Author Festival and Book Fair
@ Albany County Public Library - 310 S. 8th Street - FREE readings, books for sale, and more!

Have a great week, Laramie! ☀️

09/04/2026

Calling all volunteers! 🤝

Are you available to help at one of our upcoming events?

Friday, September 11th 4:30-8pm
🚒Disability Centered Emergency Preparedness Workshop
📍 Holiday Inn Laramie - 204 N 30th St

Monday, September 14th, 5-7pm
🎂POM’s 5th Birthday Celebration
📍 Laramie Plains Civic Center Room 166 - 710 E Garfield St

Friday, October 30th, 4-9pm
🍻POM’s 1st Ever BOOzy Hot Cocoa Contest (21+ ONLY)
📍 Laramie Plains Civic Center Phoenix Ballroom - 710 E Garfield St

We would love to have a few extra hands to help with set up, cleanup, and logistics during these events. If you or someone you know is interested, please contact us! ⬇️

📱 (307) 223 - 6966
📧 [email protected]

Thank you! 💜



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09/04/2026

ONE WEEK AWAY!
POM’S DISABILITY CENTERED EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP!!! ⏳

Just in time for National Preparedness Month, join POM for a fun and educational evening of panel experts, vendors, door prizes, refreshments, and more! 🎉

September 11th, 2026 4:30-8pm
Registration will begin at 4:30pm, and speakers start at 5:30pm.

Plus, sign up at the event to create personalized emergency plans based on the needs of your loved ones of ALL abilities! ♿

What can you expect when you sign up for free personalized plans?
-POM will reach out to you to schedule a 1-1 meeting to fill out a preparedness questionnaire
-Information from the questionnaire will be used to fill in a notebook of emergency plans
-Once your notebook is complete, you will receive a physical copy of your family’s emergency preparedness plans PLUS extra copies to keep at locations such as home, work, and school!

Huge thank you to Holiday Inn by IHG in Laramie for sponsoring this event! We’re also incredibly grateful for the grant funding awarded to POM by the City of Laramie and Board of Albany County Commissioners that made this initiative possible! 💜

If you or your organization is interested in sponsoring our event, speaking on the expert panel, signing up for a vendor booth, donating items for door prizes, or volunteering to help run the event, please contact us! ⬇️

CALL (307) 223 - 6966
EMAIL [email protected]



Image Description: This graphic is an event flyer with a white background, gray and black text, and red accents. In the top right and bottom left corner are red emergency siren symbols. The title reads, “Disability Centered Emergency Preparedness Workshop.” To the right of the word “workshop” is the accessibility symbol. To the right again are two logos: the POM logo featuring the signature rusty-red-orange aspen leaf, and Holiday Inn by IHG, a sponsor of the event. The caption reads, “JOIN US FOR A FUN AND EDUCATIONAL EVENING OF PANEL EXPERTS, VENDORS, DOOR PRIZES, REFRESHMENTS, AND MORE! + SIGN UP TO CREATE PERSONALIZED EMERGENCY PLANS BASED ON THE NEEDS OF YOUR LOVED ONES OF ALL ABILITIES!” Below and to the right of this caption are three cartoon images of (left to right) an ambulance, a police car, and a firefighter fighting a fire. Below the cartoons and to the right are three more logos: The 5th Penny Tax, Albany County, & Laramie, Wyoming. Along the bottom of the graphic is more information about the event which reads, “ONE WEEK AWAY! SEP 11th 2026 4:30-8pm 4:30 Registration 5:30 Speakers Holiday Inn Laramie 204 N 30th St peaceofmindnonprofit.org.”

09/02/2026

08/29/2026

💙💛 There’s something special about walking together! 💛💙
The 26th Annual Wyoming Buddy Walk is just around the corner, and we want YOU to be part of the celebration! Join the Wyoming Down Syndrome Association on Saturday, September 12, from 9 AM–12 PM at the Washington Park Bandshell in Laramie for a morning filled with friendship, fun, and celebration of individuals with Down syndrome. 🎉
🎪 Carnival games
🍿 Carnival treats
🎶 Live music
🥳 A whole lot of celebration!
🎟️ Registration is open now!
Adults (18+): $25
Youth (17 & under): $15
And there’s more! Registered walkers can purchase discounted UW Football tickets for just $20 each. 🏈💛
Gather your family and friends and join us for this wonderful Wyoming tradition!
Register at wydsa.org , or email [email protected] today!

08/28/2026

Remember to mark your calendars for POM’s first ever BOOzy Hot Cocoa Contest on Friday October 30th, 2026! ☕

Join us at the Laramie Plains Civic Center’s Phoenix Ballroom 5-9pm that evening; compete with your homemade recipe (4% ABV or less), dress your best to win the costume contest, sample up to 30 BOOzy hot cocoas, vote for your favorites, and learn more about Peace of Mind! 👻🎃✨

Tickets are $20 per guest, and only $5 for designated drivers! Added perks for DDs include a sober bar with non-alcoholic drinks and refreshments, free POM swag, and more! (21+ ONLY - PHOTO ID REQUIRED!)

More information to come! 👀

Contact us to register to compete ($20; only 30 spots available), volunteer the day of, or sponsor our event:

📱 (307) 223 - 6966

📧 [email protected]



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