Salt Lake City Events July 4, 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 514682 | Rockin' Red, White, and Blue Musical WeekendSnowbird's Cool Air Concert Series kicks off with a weekend of free concerts on the new Peruvian Terrace. Papa Mali brings his New Orleans sounds to the stage on July 3, followed by Americana music from Kort McCumber on July 4, and Danny Barnes rounds out the weekend on July 5 with a blend of folk and country. Families are welcome to bring along coolers. Opening bands take the stage at 5pm, and the headliners start at 6pm. 801.933.2200 http://www.snowbirdrc.org Ongoing Daily 7/3/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Fri-Sun 5pm-8pm 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 448150 | Say CheeseSalt Lake Art Center presents Say Cheese, an exhibition featuring the works of third and fourth grade students from Rose Park Elementary School's after school KidsmART art program. 801.328.4201 http://www.slartcenter.org Ongoing Daily 4/22/09 - 7/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During gallery hours 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 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 437230 | Spring SalonAn annual exhibition featuring the works of contemporary artists from Utah. 801.489.2727 http://www.smofa.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 4/24/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours 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 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 502102 | Riverton Town DaysOfferings at Riverton Town Days include a parade, a men's softball tournament, a 10K race and a fun run, craft and retail vendors, a carnival, live music, a movie in the park, a chuckwagon breakfast, and the Tour de Riverton bike ride. Activities take place at Riverton City Park and at other venues around town; check the city's website for a complete schedule of events. 801.208.3101 http://www.rivertoncity.com Ongoing Daily 7/1/09 - 7/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Varies by activity; see website for details Cost: Free; fees apply to some activities |
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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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| Holiday Seasonal 441158 | Western StampedeThe City of West Jordan hosts a four day Independence Day celebration featuring a sanctioned PRCA rodeo, a parade, a family-friendly movie in the park, a craft marketplace, pony rides, a food court, a petting zoo, inflatable rides, live entertainment, and fireworks. Check the website for a full schedule of activities. 801.569.5700 http://www.wjordan.com Ongoing Daily 7/1/09 - 7/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Varies by activity Cost: Free; some activities have fees |
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| Holiday Seasonal 437377 | Fourth of July at the Dinosaur ParkThe Dinosaur Park hosts a Fourth of July celebration featuring free balloons, free movies (11am, 1pm & 3pm), and free hot dogs. 801.393.3466 http://www.dinosaurpark.org 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 11am-5pm Cost: Free with park admission |
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| Holiday Seasonal 433082 | Stadium of FireThis year's Stadium of fire event features the Jonas Brothers, and a whole lot of fireworks. Tickets can be purchased over the phone or online at www.byutickets.com. 800.322.BYU1 http://www.stadiumoffire.com 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 8pm Cost: $35-$120; (1 & under) free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 425260 | Holladay Fourth of July FestivalFireworks cap an evening of concerts by the Crash Pontiacs and the Salt Lake Symphony. Food is available for purchase. 801.527.2457 http://www.cityofholladay.com 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: Concerts 8pm; Fireworks 10:10pm Cost: Free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 502168 | Sugar House 4th of July Arts FestivalLive music, craft and food vendors, and crafts for kids. Takes place on Highland Drive, from 2100 South to Wilmington. http://www.sugarhouselife.com 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 9am-7pm Cost: Free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 502177 | East Millcreek 4th of July Community CelebrationEast Millcreek's annual celebration features a chuck wagon breakfast (7am-10am; adults $5, children $3), a 5K fun run (7am), a children's parade (9am), midway games (9:30am-12:30pm), and live entertainment. Check the Millcreek Township website for complete details. Celebrating Heroes is the theme for 2009. http://www.millcreektownship.org 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7am-12:30pm Cost: Free; fees for race, games, and food |
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| Holiday Seasonal 502157 | Magna-tudeMagna hosts a two-day celebration of the 4th of July, featuring a carnival (Sat & Sun), a Lions Club Breakfast (Sat), parade (Sat), and fireworks (Sat). Check the website for the complete schedule of events and for parade route information. http://www.mag... rg/Events.aspx Ongoing Daily 7/4/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Sat 7am-10:30pm; Sun 4pm-close Cost: Free; fees for some activities |
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| Holiday Seasonal 514362 | Salt Lake Fireworks DisplaySalt Lake County once again offers its 4th of July fireworks celebration at Sugar House Park. The day features a live performance by the Symphonic Winds at 7:30pm and fireworks at 10pm. Arrive early in the day to stake out a spot - this event draws a huge crowd. This is possibly the last year for this particular fireworks show. http://www.sugarhousepark.org 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7:30pm-10:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 514338 | Utah Symphony Performance: Patriotic CelebrationThe Utah Symphony performs its Patriotic Favorites concert at the Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater at Deer Valley Resort. Families are welcome to bring coolers, blankets, and low-backed chairs. Tickets can be purchased by phone or online. Gates open at 5:30pm. 888.451.2787 http://www.dee... icfestival.org 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7:30pm Cost: Reserved $50; General admission $25; Children (18 & under) $13; Family pass $75 |
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| Holiday Seasonal 505308 | July 4th Brighton BreakfastFamilies can head up to the top of Big Cottonwood Canyon (AKA the Brighton Loop) for a community breakfast. 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7:30am-11am Cost: Adults $7-$8; Children $6 |
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| Holiday Seasonal 503128 | Fourth of July Pancake BreakfastSnowbird hosts a pancake breakfast and live music on the Plaza Deck, accessed by Snowbird Entry 2. Breakfast/tram ride combination tickets can be purchased. For more information, check the website. 801.933.2181 http://www.snowbird.com 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 9am-12n Cost: Breakfast Adults $10.95, Children (12 & under) $7.50; Breakfast & Tram $17 |
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| Holiday Seasonal 504918 | Old-Fashioned Independence Day FunFamilies can learn how the Native peoples of Antelope Island lived and try their hands at pioneer crafts such as handkerchief dolls and quilting. Folks can also take part in farm ball games and sack racing. Takes place at the island's Fielding Garr Ranch. 801.649.5742 http://statepa... nd/events.html Ongoing Daily 7/3/09 - 7/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Fri & Sat 9am-5pm Cost: Free with park admission |
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| Holiday Seasonal 502518 | SLC's Fourth of July CelebrationSalt Lake City celebrates Independence Day with an evening of live music, food (for purchase), a pie eating contest, cake walks, kids' games, a huge water balloon fight, a DJ dance party, and fireworks. http://www.slcgov.com 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 5pm-10pm Cost: Free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 509975 | Murray Fun DaysAn all-day Fourth of July celebration featuring a breakfast (6:30am-10am at pavilion #5 - Adults $5; Children $3), a 5K race (8am; $15-$30), a Kids Race (9am; ages 4-9; $10; must preregister), a parade (8:30am; starts at Fashion Place and ends at Murray Park), free games, food booths, paid activities (face painting, games, rides, fishing booth, dunking machine, etc.), entertainment (contests, live music, contests, etc.), and an evening concert by Cold Creek (8:30pm) followed by fireworks (10pm). Check the city's website for a schedule and complete details. 801.264.2614 http://www.murray.utah.gov 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30am-10:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 491473 | Sandy City 4th of July CelebrationSandy City celebrates the 4th of July with a 5K Fun Run, the 10K Sandy Classic, the Youth Arts Festival (10am-2pm), food and craft vendors, live entertainment, rides, a parade (6pm), an evening concerts (7:30pm), and fireworks (10pm). Check the website for a complete schedule of events and for race information. http://sandy.utah.gov 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7am-11pm Cost: Free (fees apply to some activities) |
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| Library Programs 494711 | Gaming @ MainTeens (ages 13 to 19) can head to the Canteena to hone their DDR and Guitar Hero skills. 801.524.8200 http://www.slcpl.org 7/4/09 Ages: 13-18 Time: 1pm 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 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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| 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 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 499974 | Saturday Presentation: Adventures of the Deep SeaThe aquarium offers an educational presentation every Saturday. This week's theme: Adventures of the Deep Sea. 801.355.3474 http://www.thelivingplanet.com 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 2pm-3pm Cost: Free with aquarium admission |
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