Salt Lake City Events July 20, 2009
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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 519551 | Mondays in the Park: Rural West Music and DanceThe Mondays in the Park series offers free folk music concerts and ethnic dance every Monday evening in July and August. This week, the Poleviyaoma Hopi Group performs Hopi music and dance, the Blue Sage Band plays cowboy music, and Sam DeLeeuw recites cowgirl poetry. Folks are encouraged to bring lawn chairs/blankets and picnic dinners. 801.236.7555 http://arts.ut... ark/index.html 7/20/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm 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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| 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 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 507819 | In Peru, with a Camera: Color PhotographyIn Peru, with a Camera: Color Photography is an exhibit featuring photographs taken by Alex Kravtsov. 801.594.8611 http://www.slcpl.org Ongoing Daily except Sun 7/11/09 - 8/22/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During library hours Cost: Free |
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| Farms & Gardens 400518 | Family Night on the FarmActivities and fun on the farm are offered every Monday night throughout the summer months. Each week focuses on a different topic; see the website for details. Farm Country is located in Thanksgiving Point. Advance registration is not required. 801.792.4944 http://www.thanksgivingpoint.com Ongoing Each Mon 1/5/09 - 10/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Mon 6pm-8pm Cost: $3.50 (ages 3 & up) |
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| Films 508239 | Outdoor Movie: The Tale of Despereaux (G)The City of South Jordan offers a free outdoor screening of The Tale of Despereaux. Families are invited to bring a blanket and movie snacks. 801.253.5203 http://www.southjordancity.org 7/20/09 Ages: All Ages Time: Dusk Cost: Free |
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| Films 502548 | Monday Night Movie: VertigoThe Gallivan Center offers free screenings of Alfred Hitchcock movies every Monday through July. Be warned, Hitchcock movies can be pretty scary and intense. This week's film is Vertigo. Bring a blanket, pillow, or lawn chairs for seating. 801.535.6117 http://www.thegallivancenter.com 7/20/09 Ages: 10-19 Time: 8pm-10pm 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 134561 | Reel Family TimeThe Cinemark Valley Fair 9 theater offers $0.50 movie admission per person for family groups of three or more people. Special discounts are offered at the concession stand in the evening. 801.969.6711 http://www.cinemark.com Ongoing Each Mon 6/19/06 - 12/27/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Mon - all shows Cost: $0.50 |
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| Films 134567 | Reel Family TimeMovie admission of $0.50/person for family groups of three or more people. Special discounts are offered at the concession stand in the evening. 801.375.0127 http://www.cinemark.com Ongoing Each Mon 6/19/06 - 12/27/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Mon - all shows Cost: $0.50 |
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| Library Programs 516364 | Ballarina Ball Pajama TimeKids are invited to dance their way over to the library for a special ballerina storytime. 801.944.7646 http://www.slco.lib.ut.us 7/20/09 Ages: 0-8 Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 495311 | Groom Your RoomKids can learn how to spice up their private spaces with personalized magnets, colorful light switch covers, and other fun ideas. Advance registration required; call to reserve a spot. 801.594.8651 http://www.slcpl.org 7/20/09 Ages: 6-12 Time: 2pm 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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| 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 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 500973 | Youth Education Class: Trolls, Fairies & CentaursIn this class based on the book series Fablehaven, kids can explore forests, animals, potions, and mythical creatures, and write with some invisible ink. Tuition includes lunch, snacks, and craft supplies. Advance registration is required. Farm Country is located in Thanksgiving Point. 801.768.2300 http://www.thanksgivingpoint.com 7/20/09 Ages: 6-8 Time: 10am Cost: $35 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 404081 | OAS & WSU Star PartyFamilies can join members of the Ogden Astronomical Society and Weber State University for an evening of star gazing. Weather permitting, participants can expect beautiful celestial views and stellar conversation. Meet at White Rock Bay. Those bringing flashlights need to have a red lens. 801.721.9569 http://statepa... nd/events.html 7/20/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 9pm Cost: Free with park admission |
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| Nature & Outdoors 400517 | Museum Mondays Family Night Dinosaur AdventuresMuseum Mondays are full of dinosaur-related activities. Check the museum's website to see what activity is planned for each week. 801.766.5013 http://www.thanksgivingpoint.com Ongoing Each Mon 1/5/09 - 10/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Mon 5pm-7pm Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Nature & Outdoors 510635 | Barnyard Buddies Petting Zoo & Pony RidesKids can get up close and personal with favorite farm animals like rabbits, pigs, goats, llamas, and donkeys. Pony rides are available for an additional fee. Located in Gardner Village, in the lot just west of Archibald's Restaurant. Open until the end of October, weather permitting. 801.455.5679 http://www.gar... ndex.php?ID=63 Ongoing Daily except Sun 6/1/09 - 10/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Mon-Sat 11am-6pm, weather permitting Cost: Admission $2; Pony rides $3 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 503122 | Snowbird Summer Thrill RidesSnowbird's warm weather thrill rides are open for the season. Rides include the ZipRider, Alpine Slide, Bungy Trampoline, the Peruvian Express Chairlift and tunnel, a mechanical bull, inflatable kids' rides, a four-station climbing wall, the Aerial Tram, and, new for 2009, the Wasatch Mining Company Gemstone Mine. See website for prices on individual rides. Not all attractions are included in the all-day pass; see website for details. Some rides have a minimum weight requirement for riders. All activities are weather permitting. 801.933.2147 http://www.snowbird.com Ongoing Daily 6/13/09 - 10/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-19 Time: Daily 11am-8pm Cost: Unlimited rides, Adults $32; Children (under 75 lbs) $19 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 287972 | Museum Animal Show: ReptilesReptiles are the topic of the museum's Monday and Saturday animal shows. 801.422.5051 http://mlbean.byu.edu Ongoing Each Mon, Sat; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: Mon 6:30pm & 7:30pm; Sat 1pm Cost: Free |
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