Salt Lake City Events July 8, 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 507516 | Harry Potter ConcertPotter fans can settle in for an evening of live music from three popular Harry Potter-themed bands, The Remus Lupins, The Whomping Willows, and PotterCast. Seating is first come, first served. 801.524.8200 http://www.slcpl.org 7/8/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 507430 | Concert by the Creek: The PlatteThe Platte performs modern folk music at the library's Concerts by the Creek Concert Series. The concert takes place in the outdoor amphitheater, just south of the library. 801.594.8611 http://www.slcpl.org 7/8/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 512586 | Israel Scouts ConcertThe Israel Scouts, a song and dance troupe that strives to introduce audiences to Israeli culture and folklore, performs a free concert at the Olympics Legacy Plaza. Bring a blanket or chairs to relax in the grassy area around the plaza, and maybe some towels and swimsuits for the kids so they can play in the Snowflake Fountain. 801.456.0000 http://www.shopthegateway.com 7/8/09 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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| Concerts 514332 | Community Concert Series: Fat PawThe Paul Green School of Rock All Stars open for Fat Paw at Deer Valley Resort. Families are welcome to bring coolers, blankets, and chairs. Food and beverages are available for purchase. 435.901.7664 http://www.deervalley.com 7/8/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm-8pm 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 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 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 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 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 510492 | Summer Kids' Shows: Ratatouille (G)Thanks to local PTAs, families can take in free movies at select Red Carpet Theaters this summer. This week's movie: Ratatouille. 801.292.7799 http://www.redcarpetcinemas.com Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/9/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue-Thu 10:30am & 1:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 510482 | Summer Kids' Shows: Ratatouille (G)Thanks to local PTAs, families can take in free movies at select Red Carpet Theaters this summer. This week's movie: Ratatouille. 801.250.6265 http://www.redcarpetcinemas.com Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/9/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue-Thu 10:30am & 1:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 510505 | Summer Kids' Shows: Ratatouille (G)Thanks to local PTAs, families can take in free movies at select Red Carpet Theaters this summer. This week's movie: Ratatouille. 801.957.9034 http://www.redcarpetcinemas.com Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/9/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue-Thu 10:30am & 1:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 510520 | Summer Kids' Shows: Ratatouille (G)Thanks to local PTAs, families can take in free movies at select Red Carpet Theaters this summer. This week's movie: Ratatouille. 801.798.2990 http://www.redcarpetcinemas.com Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/9/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue-Thu 10:30am & 1:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 495050 | Cinemark Movie Clubhouse: Horton Hears a Who (G)The Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse offers kids a chance to see ten PG- or G-rated movies over the course of the summer for $5 if purchased in advance, or $1 per show if purchased at the box office. This week's movie: Horton Hears a Who. 801.334.8638 http://www.cin... movieclubhouse Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/8/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-19 Time: Tue & Wed 10am Cost: Up to $1/movie |
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| Films 502323 | AMC Summer MovieCamp: Despereaux (G)Select AMC Theatres across the country offer kids and families a cool way to beat the heat - $1 flicks every Wednesday through August 5. Admission proceeds benefit Variety - The Children's Charity and the Will Rogers Institute. An AMC KidsPack (soft drink, popcorn, and kid-size snack) is available for $3. Today's movie: The Tale of Despereaux. 801.774.8222 http://www.amctheatres.com 7/8/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 10am Cost: $1 |
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| Films 495062 | Cinemark Movie Clubhouse: Horton Hears a Who (G)The Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse offers kids a chance to see ten PG- or G-rated movies over the course of the summer for $5 if purchased in advance, or $1 per show if purchased at the box office. This week's movie is Horton Hears a Who. 801.852.2872 http://www.cin... movieclubhouse 7/8/09 Ages: 2-19 Time: 10am Cost: Up to $1/movie |
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| Films 495039 | Cinemark Movie Clubhouse: Horton Hears a Who (G)The Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse offers kids a chance to see ten PG- or G-rated movies over the course of the summer for $5 if purchased in advance, or $1 per show if purchased at the box office. This week's movie: Horton Hears a Who. 801.546.4764 http://www.cin... movieclubhouse Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/8/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-19 Time: Tue & Wed 10am Cost: Up to $1/movie |
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| Films 495076 | Cinemark Movie Clubhouse: Horton Hears a Who (G)The Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse offers kids a chance to see ten PG- or G-rated movies over the course of the summer for $5 if purchased in advance, or $1 per show if purchased at the box office. This week's movie is Horton Hears a Who. 801.282.9772 http://www.cin... movieclubhouse Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/8/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-19 Time: Tue & Wed 10am Cost: Up to $1/movie |
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| Films 507542 | Outdoor Movie: Murder by Death (PG)Families can enjoy an outdoor screening of Neil Simon's Murder by Death. Folks who arrive by 8pm can watch the annual talent search, Celebrity. Tickets can be purchased online, by phone, at the SCERA box office, or at the door. Bring a blanket for lawn seating, or rent a chair for $1. 801.225.2787 http://www.scera.org 7/8/09 Ages: 8-19 Time: Talent contest 8pm; Movie Dusk Cost: Adults $4; Children (3-11) $3 |
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| Library Programs 516186 | Origami Fun for KidsThe Origami Lady teaches kids how to make a toy, a puppet, and a surprise out of folded paper. Advance registration is not required. 801.944.7630 http://www.slco.lib.ut.us 7/8/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 7pm 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 516152 | Rockin' UtahA state park naturalist leads a program designed to get kids outdoors to develop lasting connections with the natural world and help them grow physically, emotionally, and mentally. 801.944.7611 http://www.slco.lib.ut.us 7/8/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 1pm 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 516132 | Origami Fun for KidsThe Origami Lady teaches kids how to make a toy, a puppet, and a surprise out of folded paper. Advance registration is not required. 801.944.7627 http://www.slco.lib.ut.us 7/8/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 516191 | Royal PartyKids can join Princess Amerah outside the library for some royal games, activities, and stories. Prince and princess attire is encouraged. Don't forget the camera! 801.944.7618 http://www.slco.lib.ut.us 7/8/09 Ages: 2-10 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 282557 | Magna Library Chess ClubChildren, teens, and adults can hone their chess skills at this weekly chess club. Kids under the age of 12 must attend with a responsible adult. Advance registration not required. 801.944.7547 http://www.slco.lib.ut.us Ongoing Each Wed 1/2/08 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-12 Time: Wed 4:30pm-8pm 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 500951 | Youth Education Class: Starry NightA class where kids go on a spacey adventure to learn about the stars, planets, and the moon. Tuition includes snacks and craft supplies. Advance registration is required. Farm Country is located in Thanksgiving Point. 801.768.2300 http://www.thanksgivingpoint.com Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/8/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-5 Time: Tue 9pm & 1pm; Wed 9am Cost: $20 |
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