Salt Lake City Events July 10, 2009
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| Concerts 516018 | Steve Weeks ConcertKids can head to Discovery Gateway to watch a performance by Steve Weeks, an acclaimed children's musician and one-man-band. Seating is first come, first served. 801.456.5437 http://www.discoverygateway.org 7/10/09 Ages: 0-12 Time: 12n Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Concerts 448623 | Stayin' Alive: A Tribute to The Bee GeesThe Bee Gees tribute band, Stayin' Alive, performs a Memorial Day concert at the SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre. Tickets can be purchased online, by phone, at the SCERA box office, or at the door. Patrons sitting on the lawn are welcome to bring blankets. Chairs for lawn seating can be rented for $1 (available on a first come, first served basis). 801.225.ARTS http://www.scera.org Ongoing Daily 5/25/09 - 7/20/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 8pm Cost: Adults $12-$18; Seniors/Students/Children (3-11) $10-$16 |
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| Concerts 448624 | Jim BrickmanAward-winning pianist Jim Brickman performs at the SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre. Tickets can be purchased online, by phone, at the SCERA box office, or at the door. 801.225.ARTS http://www.scera.org Ongoing Daily 6/22/09 - 7/20/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-19 Time: 8pm Cost: Adults $15-$30; Seniors/Students/Children (3-11) $12-$25 |
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| Concerts 446517 | Lunch Bunch Concert SeriesEveryone is invited to bring their lunch and enjoy an hour of live entertainment such as folk, blues, classical, or rock music, and even some dancing and poetry. Check the Gallivan Center's website for a complete line-up of artists. 801.535.6110 http://www.thegallivancenter.com Ongoing Weekdays 5/11/09 - 9/11/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Mon-Fri 12n-1pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 439993 | Summer Concert in the ParkFamilies can head to Bountiful City Park for an evening of live music. http://www.bountifulutah.gov 7/10/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-9pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 497589 | Jon SchmidtLocal favorite Jon Schmidt performs some of the songs that made him so popular along the Wasatch Front. Tickets can be purchased in advance by phone or online. 801.568.2787 http://www.san... y-amphitheater 7/10/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 8pm-10pm Cost: $7-$10 |
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| Concerts 509203 | Days of '47 Pops ConcertThe Choral Arts Society of Utah, directed by Sterling Poulson, teams up with guest artists including Joseph Paur, Joshua Creek, and Jessica Poulson. Although admission is free, tickets are required; see the website for details. 801.363.9708 http://www.daysof47.com Ongoing Daily 7/10/09 - 7/11/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-19 Time: Fri & Sat 7:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 43188 | Mormon Tabernacle Organ RecitalThirty-minute recitals on the world-famous Tabernacle organ are given daily. Doors open 10 minutes before the recitals. http://www.lds.org Ongoing Daily 1/15/03 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-18 Time: Mon-Sat 12n; Sun 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 581439 | Roby KapRoby Kap performs an acoustic show at Pat's BBQ every Friday during the lunch hour. 801.484.5963 http://www.patsbbq.com Ongoing Each Fri; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Fri 12n-1pm Cost: Free |
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| Dance 497548 | Murray Arts in the Park: Ballet under the StarsThe Ballet Centre in Murray performs at the Murray Park Amphitheater. Tickets can be purchased at the door or purchase ahead of time at the Murray Park and Rec office - 296 East Murray Park Lane. 801.264.2614 http://www.murray.utah.gov Ongoing Daily 7/10/09 - 7/11/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-19 Time: Fri & Sat 8:30pm Cost: Adults $8; Children $6 |
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| Exhibits 509970 | All American: Defining Ourselves...Salt Lake Art Center presents All American: Defining Ourselves in a Time of Change, an exhibition featuring the works of thirteen contemporary artists. The works raise questions about the traditions and history that defines us, and explore what it means to be an American. 801.328.4201 http://www.slartcenter.org Ongoing Daily 7/2/09 - 10/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During gallery hours Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 443405 | Karl Bodmer: Beyond the FrontierKarl Bodmer: Beyond the Frontier is an exhibition featuring an original copy of the 1839 journal, Travels in the Interior of North America, and more than 30 large aquatint engravings by artist and adventurer Karl Bodmer. 801.581.7332 http://www.umfa.utah.edu Ongoing Daily except Mon 4/1/09 - 6/21/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Exhibits 439984 | Celebrating Our HeritageCelebrating Our Heritage is an exhibition offered in conjunction with this year's Handcart Days. 801.292.0367 http://www.bdac.org Ongoing Daily except Sun 7/1/09 - 7/24/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Mon 5pm-9pm; Tue-Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 2pm-5pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 431163 | For the Birds: Birdhouse ExhibitAn outdoor exhibit of hand-crafted birdhouses and birdfeeders. 801.621.7595 http://www.ogdennaturecenter.org Ongoing Daily except Sun 4/18/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During nature center hours Cost: Free with nature center admission |
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| Exhibits 507823 | The Sound of ArtWorks from Visual Art Institute students are displayed in the Children's Gallery, on the lower level of the Main Library. This exhibit features shadowbox framed art made from assorted metals, wires, string, etc., for the purpose of making sound. 801.524.8200 http://www.slcpl.org Ongoing Daily 6/4/09 - 8/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During library hours Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 507824 | In Your Wildest DreamsWorks from Kearns High School students are displayed in the Children's Gallery, on the lower level of the Main Library. This exhibit features colorful papier-mache creatures. 801.524.8200 http://www.slcpl.org Ongoing Daily 6/4/09 - 8/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During library hours Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 424757 | Toadally FrogsThe popular Toadally Frogs exhibit returns to the Utah Museum of Natural History. This traveling exhibition features live frogs from around the world, learning activities, and more. 801.581.6927 http://www.umnh.utah.edu Ongoing Daily 3/14/09 - 9/14/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Exhibits 417039 | Splendid HeritageSplendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art is an exhibition featuring early Plains, Plateau, and Northeastern American Indian material from the private collection of John and Marva Warnock. The exhibit contains cultural artifacts and works of art, including beaded tobacco bags, weapons, dolls, cradles, war shirts, dresses, and moccasins. This exhibition also features a make-and-take table where visitors can create their own parfleche case, hands-on activity stations, and family backpacks that allow families to explore the horse culture of the Plains Indians. 801.581.7332 http://www.umfa.utah.edu Ongoing Daily except Mon 2/10/09 - 1/3/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Exhibits 501745 | Continuous RhythmContinuous Rhythm: Designs in Navajo Weaving and Children's Art is an exhibition featuring textiles and contemporary children's artwork from the UMFA's collection. Visitors can see the shared visual language between generations of American Indian artists, explore the creative process of Navajo artists through hands-on activities, and develop a deeper understanding of one of Utah's native tribes. 801.581.7332 http://www.umfa.utah.edu Ongoing Daily except Mon 6/4/09 - 10/25/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Exhibits 515667 | Desert SecretsDesert Secrets: Photography from the UMFA's Permanent Collection is an exhibition featuring photographs that confront the themes of nuclear testing, clandestine military operations, conspiracy theories, and the inherent mystery of the desert landscape itself. 801.581.7332 http://www.umfa.utah.edu Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/9/09 - 1/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Exhibits 493407 | Then & NowThen & Now: Selections from the Permanent Collection of Modern and Contemporary Art is an exhibition highlighting parallels between art and societal events both of the past and of our own moment. A video presentation by British artist Phil Collins is included in the exhibition. 801.581.7332 http://www.umfa.utah.edu Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/21/09 - 9/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Fairs & Festivals 443156 | Mountain Music FestivalSnowbird's Mountain Music Festival (formerly known as the Folk and Bluegrass Festival) features lots of jamming and dancing, as well as food vendors, crafts, a children's bluegrass camp, and more. Some notable performers this year include Cowboy Junkies, Son Volt, The SteelDrivers, Darrell Scott, Bearfoot, and Alison Brown. Check the website for a complete line-up of artists. In addition to the daily admission passes, priority seating passes and all-festival passes are also available; see the website for pricing and details. 800.524.7397; 801.933.2200 http://www.snowbirdrc.org Ongoing Daily 7/8/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Varies; see website Cost: In advance $35/day; At the door $45/day; Children (11 & under) free w/ paid adult |
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| Fairs & Festivals 499680 | Salt Lake City Jazz FestivalA celebration of jazz featuring well-known artists from around the world. Check the festival website for a list of performers and a complete schedule. The festival also has a marketplace with arts and crafts booths, and food and beverages are available for purchase. In an effort to influence kids to study music, besides exposing kids to live jazz music at the festival, free, off-site music clinics are offered. Clinics include voice, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, rhythm section, and drums; check the website for a clinic schedule and just show up to participate. 801.277.2056 http://www.slcjazzfestival.org Ongoing Daily 7/10/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Fri 4:30pm-11pm; Sat & Sun 3pm-11pm Cost: Adults $16; Children (12 & under) free; Three day pass $30 |
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| Fairs & Festivals 509208 | Family Fun DayA day of games, carnival rides, competitions, crafts, prizes, mini queen and king contests, farm activities, and live music. Families are welcome to bring a lunch, or food is available for purchase. 801.931.5526 http://www.daysof47.com 7/10/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-5pm Cost: Free |
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| Fairs & Festivals 495150 | Festival DaysFarmington's Festival Days keeps families entertained with a free outdoor screening of Kung Fu Panda (PG) on Monday; a 3 on 3 basketball tournament Tuesday; the Miss Farmington Pageant on Wednesday; a musical performed alfresco Wednesday through Friday; a bike parade and junior tennis tournament on Friday; and a half marathon, breakfast in the park, a parade, entertainment booths, free ice cream, live music, and fireworks on Saturday. Activities take place at various Farmington venues; see the website for a complete schedule. 801.451.0953 http://www.farmington.utah.gov Ongoing Daily 7/6/09 - 7/11/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Varies; see website for schedule Cost: Free; fees for some activities |
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| Films 508226 | Outdoor Movie: The Express (PG)The City of South Jordan offers a free outdoor screening of The Express. Families are invited to bring a blanket and movie snacks. The movie is shown at the south end of the park. 801.253.5203 http://www.southjordancity.org 7/10/09 Ages: All Ages Time: Dusk Cost: Free |
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| Films 436884 | Millcreek Movie Night: Princess Bride (PG)The Community Councils of Millcreek Township offer a free outdoor screening of Princess Bride at Canyon Rim Park. The movie is shown at dusk on a large inflatable screen. Families are invited to arrive early for activities such as Dread Pirate Roberts fencing, Fire Swamp tug o' war, visits with Rodents of Unusual Size, a Buttercup and Wesley look-a-like contest, Princess Bride movie quote karaoke, etc. http://www.millcreektownship.org 7/10/09 Ages: 4-19 Time: Pre-movie activities 7:30pm; Movie dusk Cost: Free |
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| Films 414898 | Saturn - Jewel of the Heavens (NR)Saturn - Jewel of the Heavens, an original Clark Planetarium production, is the first full-dome presentation to take actual images of NASA's Cassini-Huygens mission and create a fully immersive 360-degree tour of Saturn. Audiences get views of moons with violently erupting ice geysers, details in the amazing rings, and huge cyclonic storms the size of the Earth. Advance ticket purchase is recommended; call, stop by the planetarium, or visit its website to buy tickets. 801.456.7827 http://clarkplanetarium.org Ongoing Daily 1/30/09 - 12/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 9-19 Time: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat 2:30pm & 5:30pm; Tue & Thu 2:30pm, 5:30pm & 6:45pm; Sun 2:30pm, 4:30 & 5:30pm Cost: Adults $8, Children (6 & under) $6 |
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| Films 489950 | Friday Night Flicks: The Wizard of Oz (G)Salt Lake City offers a free screening of The Wizard of Oz, plus a free bag of popcorn while supplies last. Arrive early for best seating, and bring a blanket to stay warm. http://www.slc... ght_flicks.htm 7/10/09 Ages: 4-19 Time: Dusk Cost: Free |
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| Films 501297 | Movie in the Park: Charlotte's Web (G)The City of Cottonwood Heights offers a free outdoor screening of Charlotte's Web at Mill Hollow Park. The movie is shown at dusk on a 30'x40' screen. Families can arrive early to play on inflatable rides and watch a Lance Nielsen Magic show. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase. Bring blankets/pillows for lawn seating. 801.943.3190 http://www.cot... ights.utah.gov 7/10/09 Ages: All Ages Time: Activities 7pm; Movie dusk Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 516358 | Shakespeare for KidsChildren can become familiar with Shakespeare by acting out a short version of one of his plays. No preparation is needed, and reading is optional. Advance registration is not required. 801.944.7646 http://www.slco.lib.ut.us 7/10/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 516168 | Doodle Bugs Take Home CraftsKids can stop by the library to pick up materials to create their very own special pet or dragon. 801.944.7677 http://www.slco.lib.ut.us Ongoing Daily except Sun 7/1/09 - 7/23/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-12 Time: During library hours Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 608744 | History Alive: PiratesFamilies can find out how Annie Bonney became a pirate who served under Captain Jack in the 1720s, and learn about the pirate code, pirate attire, pirate grub, and buried treasure. Young participants receive a "gold" coin and a piece of salt water taffy. Seating is first come, first served. 801.944.7550 http://www.slcolibrary.org Ongoing Daily 1/8/09 - 12/8/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 2pm-3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 516127 | Summer CraftKids can stop by the library to make a summer craft to take home. 801.944.7622 http://www.slco.lib.ut.us 7/10/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 2:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 516053 | Origami Fun for KidsThe Origami Lady teaches school-aged children how to create a toy, a puppet, and a surprise out of folded paper. Advance registration is not required. 801.944.7548 http://www.slco.lib.ut.us 7/10/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 448502 | Madagascar!Hogle Zoo visitors have a rare opportunity to see animals from Madagascar this summer and fall. Due to the island's isolation, most of Madagascar's plants and animals exist only there, but these creatures are quickly becoming threatened with extinction due to habitat destruction and hunting. Some of the island's unique animals - including tenrecs, hissing cockroaches, radiated tortoises, tree boas, and fossa - are set up in temporary digs at Hogle Zoo to help educate the public about this ecologically valuable island oasis. Look for the "Madagascar!" exhibit in the building west of The Beastro. 801.582.1631 http://www.hoglezoo.org Ongoing Daily 5/16/09 - 10/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During zoo hours Cost: Free with zoo admission |
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| Nature & Outdoors 444348 | The Bug BrigadeThe Bug Brigade is in the museum lobby to introduce families to the newest members of the museum community: scorpions, cockroaches, and tarantulas from the Bugs Alive! exhibit. After meeting the bugs, kids can make up their own stories in the Bug Puppet Theater. 801.581.5567 http://www.umnh.utah.edu 7/10/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 2pm-4pm Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Nature & Outdoors 444341 | Frog Wranglers: The Secret of Frog OozeMany frogs secrete (or ooze) chemicals from their skin, and scientists are discovering ways that these chemicals can be useful to humans. This hands-on activity allows families to talk to frog experts, touch some slime, explore some frog skin, and learn about the ooze. This event is offered in association with the Toadally Frogs exhibit. 801.581.6927 http://www.umnh.utah.edu Ongoing Each Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 5/1/09 - 9/14/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue & Thu 10am; Fri & Sat 1pm Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Nature & Outdoors 510572 | Feed the StingraysThe aquarium is offering opportunities for the public to hand feed its stingrays. Space is limited; purchase tickets in advance at the gift shop. 801.355.3474 http://www.thelivingplanet.com Ongoing Daily except Thu 6/26/09 - 12/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: Mon-Wed & Fri-Sun 2pm Cost: $6 plus aquarium admission |
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| Nature & Outdoors 520390 | Dino Story TimeThe Eccles Dinosaur Park in Ogden hosts a story time in its gift shop every Friday throughout the summer. Books that are read during story time can be purchased for 20% off the regular price. 801.393.3466 http://www.dinosaurpark.org Ongoing Each Fri 7/10/09 - 7/17/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Fri 1pm & 2pm Cost: Free with park admission |
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