May. 1 - May. 14 - Vernal
16th Annual Uintah School District Art Depts Spring Art Show - Students from Uintah High School, Vernal Jr. High and Vernal Middle School will display a variety of arts -- oils, watercolors, sketching, pottery, ceramics, sculptures and more.
A reception for the student artists, their families and friends will be held Wednesday April 30th, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served. The community is welcome and encouraged to attend.

Admission: Free -- donations greatly appreciated
Hours: Winter hours: M-F 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Sat 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Contact: Christine Y. Smith
Phone: 435-789-7399
Email: cysmith@co.uintah.ut.us
Venue: Fine art
Location: 328 E. 200 So, Vernal
Web Address: www.co.uintah.ut.us/museum/whMuseum.php
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 2 - May. 17 - Salt Lake City
Big River: The Adventures of Huck Finn - Based on Mark Twain's story of Huck Finn, "Big River" takes place along the Mississippi River in the late 1840's; one of the most robust and shameful times of our country. The U.S. was expanding, and the practice of slavery had reached historical levels. "Big River" celebrates the story of a young white boy and a a run-away slave, and their friendship against all odds.

Admission: Tickets range from $5 for students with ID to $24
Hours: 7:30PM evening shows and 2:00PM matinees
Contact: Terri McGhee
Phone: 801-957-3447
Email: Terri.McGhee@slcc.edu
Venue: The Grand Theatre
Location: 1575 South State Street, Salt Lake City
Web Address: www.the-grand.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 3 - May. 10 - Price
Prehistory Week - A full week of activities including acitvities for Kids, vendor and craft demonstrations, pottery, jewelry and music.

Admission: fees apply
Hours: 9am - 6 pm
Contact: Chanel Atwood
Phone: 435-613-5754
Location: 155 East Main, Price
Web Address: museum.ceu.edu
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 5 - May. 9 - Tooele
Mountain West Medical Center Hospital Week - Mountain West Medical Center Hospital Week

Phone: 435-843-3600
Location: 2055 North Main Street, Tooele
Web Address: www.mountainwestmc.com

May. 7 - May. 18 - Salt Lake City
Don Giovanni - Sword fighting, murder, seduction, vengeance, unrequited love, a wedding –and that’s just in the first act. The legend of Don Juan comes to life in Mozart’s operatic masterpiece that ends with a twist that could make any rogue change his ways.
Sung in Italian with English supertitles

Phone: 801-355-ARTS
Venue: Capitol Theatre
Location: 50 W 200 S, Salt Lake City
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 8 - May. 9 - West Valley City
Moutain West Conference on the Arts - Join the Utah Arts Council on May 8 and 9 for the Second Annual Mountain West Conference on the Arts. This two day event features 16 workshops designed for artists, arts organizations, and arts professionals. Workshop topics include: negotiating Second Life and other social networking sites, locating and programming alternative performance sites, and how to pitch stories to the media, among many others. The Conference also features two speakers, documentary filmmaker Dodge Billingsley and poet, author, and lecturer David Whyte, as well as numerous opportunities to network with other artists, nonprofit and arts professionals. Registration and further information can be found online at arts.utah.gov or by calling Jason Bowcutt at 801.236.7554.

The Mountain West Conference on the Arts is brought to you by the Utah Arts Council, part of the Division of Arts and Museums in the Utah Department of Community and Culture.

Admission: go to http://arts.utah.gov or www.arts.utah.gov for registration
Hours: May 8 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; May 9 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Contact: Jason Bowcutt
Phone: 801.236.7554
Email: jbowcutt@utah.gov
Venue: Utah Cultural Celebration Center
Location: 1355 West 3100 South, West Valley City
Web Address: www.culturalcelebration.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 8 - May. 10 - Ogden
1st Annual Golden Spike Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival - Ogden Utah is pleased to present its first national cowboy poetry and music festival. The gathering features headline performances by Curly Musgrave and Belinda Gail, Bar J Wranglers and Baxter Black as well as a host of local performers, all in one location. Ogden's pristine mountainous location and high-adventure setting promises to create a memorable yearly attraction.

Admission: Day performances free, Night concerts $10 and $20
Hours: Th-Sat, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Contact: Vaneta Stephens
Phone: 1-800-378-6595
Email: vaneta@enableindustries.com
Venue: Ogden Eccles Conference Center
Location: 2415 Washington Boulevard, Ogden
Web Address: www.ogdencowboypoetry.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 8 - May. 10 - Salt Lake City
5th Anniversary Home Machine Quilting Association (HMQS) - 5th Anniversary Celebration at HMQS 2008, May 8 – 10th

As part of the 5th anniversary celebration of the Home Machine Quilting Show (HMQS), the world-famous “Supper” quilt will be on special exhibit, sponsored by Gammill® Quilting Systems. “The Supper,” a quilted reproduction of Leonardo daVinci’s famous painting entitled “The Last Supper,” has been displayed at churches and quilt shows across the nation and the world, even as far away as Spain. “The Supper,” with dimensions of 15.3 feet wide and 5.5 feet tall, vivid in color and exquisite in craftsmanship, has left its viewers in awe wherever it has been displayed.

HMQS features over 100 classes on a variety of quilting topics, a judged quilt competition with over $15,000 in cash awards and prizes, a Vendor’s Mall of 150 exhibitor booths, free demonstrations, grand prizes and a quilt display of over 250 quilts. New this year, the 2008 show will offer classes and demonstrations on machine embroidery, as well as machine quilting. In addition to the special display of “The Supper,” the 2008 show will include other special presentations and featured artists as part of the 5th anniversary celebration.

The HMQS 2008 show theme will be “Heirlooms – Wrapped Up in Our Quilted Past.” The Theme Quilt Challenge & Auction, sponsored by Quilting Treasures, will feature the new fall 2007 fabric collection, “Parisian Paisley,” by Marie Osmond. Machine-quilting guilds from all over the Rocky Mountain West will create quilts using the fabric collection for display at the show. The quilts will be judged, $1,000 in cash awards will be given out to the winners, and the quilts will then be silent auctioned off. One hundred percent of the auction proceeds will go to benefit the official show charity – the Children’s Miracle Network (CMN). All proceeds raised at HMQS will go directly to Primary Children’s Hospital (the CMN Hospital in Utah).

“The Supper” will be on display at the HMQS 2008 during show hours, which are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday, May 8th; 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday, May 9th and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, May 10th. The show is open to the public, and all are welcome to visit the “Supper” display. Cost to attend the event is $8 per day or $20 for a 3-day pass. For more information on HMQS visit the show web site at www.hmqs.org or call (801) 205-4701.

E-mail to jennifer@hmqs.org today to have a complementary copy of the Class Catalog mailed to you!

Admission: $8 per day or $20 for a 3-day pass
Hours: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Thurs., May 8th; 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri., May 9th
Contact: Jennifer Pond, Event Manager
Phone: 801-205-4701
Email: jennifer@hmqs.org
Venue: South Towne Exposition Center
Location: 9575 So. State Street, Salt Lake City
Web Address: www.hmqs.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 9 - Ivins
Tuachan Concerts: David Cassidy - From television to recording and record breaking concert tours, from Broadway to Las Vegas production shows, television sitcom creation and producing, writing and directing both television and live theatrical productions, David Cassidy has made his mark and been lauded accordingly. Hailing from a theatrical family including mother Evelyn Ward, highly respected stage and television star Jack Cassidy, and Academy Award winning stepmother Shirley Jones, his fate as a performer was essentially seeded at a young age. It was by coincidence that he wound up starring with Shirley Jones in the astonishing success "The Partridge Family," which launched one of the most spectacular careers in the entertainment business.

In 1970, the year the show premiered, David skyrocketed to the top of the charts and the show became a phenomenon, as did its young star. He had the #1 selling single of the year, and garnered multiple Grammy nominations. Over the next five years, his official fan club grew to become the largest in history, exceeding those of Elvis Presley and the Beatles. And then came his introduction on Broadway, which opened a whole new world for him. He starred in the original production of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" to rave reviews and successful box office response. In 1996, David opened at the MGM Grand in the $75 million extravaganza "EFX." Under David's creative direction the show was entirely re-vamped, and became the most successful production in Las Vegas

Admission: $24.00-$36.00
Hours: 8:00 p.m.
Phone: 1-800-746-9882
Email: information@tuacahn.org
Venue: Tuachan Ampitheater
Location: 1100 Tuachan Drive, Ivins
Web Address: www.tuacahn.org/concerts.html

May. 9 - Orem
Resonance Story Theatre: Tales of Fairness - Enjoy stories of different character traits with drumming, music, theatre and audience participation. Bring the entire family for an energetic evening packed with fun - you may even end up on stage! Programs are supported by the Orem CARE tax. In the Storytelling Wing.

Admission: free
Hours: 7pm
Phone: 801-229-7050
Venue: Orem Public Library
Location: 56 North State Street, Orem
Web Address: lib.orem.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 9 - Tooele
MWMC Charity Golf Tournament - Mountain West Medical Center Charity Golf Tournament

Phone: 435-843-3600
Venue: Oquirrh Hills Golf Course
Location: 1255 E Vine Street, Tooele
Web Address: www.mountainwestmc.com

May. 9 - West Valley City
NHRA Drag Racing - Summit Racing ET Series - Race #2 - NHRA Drag Racing!

Super Pro
Pro
Sportsman
MediaOne Motorcycle/Snowmobile Series

Admission: Adults $10 - Youth (5-12) $5
Hours: Racing = 7:00 pm
Contact: Ron Craft
Phone: (801) 252-9557
Email: dragmgrrmr@aol.com
Venue: Rocky Mountain Raceways
Location: 6555 West 2100 South, West Valley City
Web Address: www.rmrracing.com

May. 9 - West Valley City
Governor’s Leadership in the Arts Awards Luncheon - Join the Utah Arts Council, Lt. Governor Gary Herbert, and Poet David Whyte for the 2008 Governor’s Leadership in the Arts Awards Luncheon. This year’s honorees are:

Arts Education Leadership Award - Ferron Holt, Educator, Washington County School District
Community Leadership Award - Gail Bunker, St. George City Council Member
Legislative Leadership Award - Greg Hughes, District 51 Representative, Utah House of Representatives
Lifetime Leadership Award - Ruth Draper, Former Director, Utah Arts Council

In addition to the awards, poet, author, and lecturer David Whyte will be speaking. Whyte is known internationally for his eloquent and inspiring talks drawn from poetry and prose that introduce an insightful and enlightened approach to daily living. He has given lectured in front of a wide array of audiences from multi-national corporations, to national government agencies, to non-profit organizations. His speech, titled “Crossing the Unknown Sea: Work as a Pilgrimage of Identity,” will touch on how work is of enormous consequence to human beings. Through it we provide for the self and family, but also, unknowingly, shape our society and our future as we do it. While it can be a joy or a burden, at best it is an intimate conversation between what you perceive to be your identity and who you really are. Through the insights of great poets and their poetry this should be a time to re-imagine and re-dedicate ourselves to a deeper understanding of our life’s work.

Admission: $40 - see www.arts.utah for price if also attending the conference
Hours: noon - 3 p.m.
Contact: Jason Bowcutt
Phone: 801.236.7554
Email: jbowcutt@utah.gov
Venue: Utah Cultural Celebration Center
Location: 1355 West 3100 South, West Valley City
Web Address: arts.utah.gov
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 9 - May. 10 - Draper
Oh Sweet Sadie! Art & Gift Show - Featuring over 50 local talented artisans; beautiful clothing for women & children, purses, magnet boards of all sorts, unique vinyl wall art, home décor, scented candles, cards & gift tags, bath salts & scrubs, jewelry galore, adorable notepads, original artwork & photography, quiet books, designer jeans, dress ups, art smocks, amazing gowns, scrumptious baked goods, homemade candy, fantastic ribbon for gifts & scrapbooking, fresh topiaries & dried florals, games & toys for girls & boys, and oh so much more! Playroom & lunch available.

Admission: Free
Hours: Friday 9:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Saturday 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Contact: Dani Lassiter
Phone: 801-635-9422
Email: dani@ohsweetsadie.com
Venue: Rainey Homes Model Home
Location: 14727 S. Woods Landing Ct., Draper
Web Address: www.ohsweetsadie.com

May. 9 - May. 11 - Salt Lake City
SVUUS 25th Anniversary Celebration - May 9, 10, and 11, 2008
South Valley Unitarian Universalist Society Celebrates its 25th Anniversary! Proud to be an intentionally diverse religious community where everyone is welcome.

Friday, May 9th 7pm
A music and desserts program with Judy Fjell. Suggested Donation $5

Saturday, May 10th 6pm
Wine, cheese, and conversations with our guests

Sunday, May 11th 10:30am
Celebration Sunday with Reverend William Sinkford

*All events are child friendly.*

South Valley Unitarian Universalist Society (SVUUS)
6876 South Highland Drive (2000 East)
Cottonwood Heights, Utah 84121
801-944-9723
svuus@xmisson.com
www.svuus.org

Admission: various
Hours: various
Contact: Christopher Scuderi
Phone: 801-944-9723
Email: svuus@xmission.com
Venue: South Valley Unitarian Universalist Society (SVUUS)
Location: 6876 South Highland Drive (2000 East), Salt Lake City
Web Address: www.svuus.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 9 - Jun. 18 - West Valley City
From the Masses to the Masses: Art of the Yan'an Cave Artists - The exhibit, privately owned by Combat Film’s Dodge Billingsley, includes the work of several artists known as the Cave Artists Group who worked under the direction of Beijing based artist Jin Zhilin. Jin was sent to Yan’an in the midst of the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976) where he recruited local artists to study art at the Yan’an Masses Art Studio that he directed.

The collection includes Jin’s early work from the 1950s, which was heavily influenced by Soviet Social Realism, work produced during the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976) that towards the end was illustrative of the Revolutionary Romanticism engulfing the arts in China, and works from the post-Cultural Revolution period (late 1970s-early 1980s), reflecting more traditional themes and aspects of local culture that Jin encouraged his students to study.

The collection is original and was acquired in numerous trips to China between 1999-2005. The art of the exhibit was not created to be sold, as there was no commercial value to art at that time. Instead, art was utilized for social and political purposes. In most cases the artists were not even sure what happened to their work once it was turned over to local authorities to be reviewed and exhibited in support of domestic and even international policy initiatives. As a result, nearly all of the pieces are the only known copies to exist.

May 9 – June 18, 2008
Mon – Thurs, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. or by special arrangement
Opening Reception May 9, 6-8:30pm

Utah Cultural Celebration Center is located at 1355 West 3100 South

Admission: Free
Hours: M - Thurs, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Fri and Sat by appt.
Contact: Michael Christensen
Phone: 965-5100
Email: mchristensen@wvc-ut.gov
Venue: Utah Cultural Celebration Center
Location: 1355 W. 3100 S., West Valley City
Web Address: www.culturalcelebration.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 10 - Heber City
Provo River Watershed Festival - A celebration of the Provo River Watershed and it's resources.

Admission: unknown
Hours: 10:00a.m.- 4:00p.m.
Contact: Kelly Gallo
Phone: 435-654-1347
Email: TeachingGreen@yahoo.com
Venue: Rock Cliff Recreation Area
Location: Jordanelle State Park, Heber City
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 10 - Ogden
"Walking the Red Carpet: An Oscar Winning Confession" - Hunt Mysteries Dinner Theater presents its original musical comedy murder mystery at Boccia's D'Italia, 1045 North Washington Blvd., Ogden, on Saturday, May 10.

In "Walking the Red Carpet: An Oscar Winning Confession," guests walk the Academy Awards Red Carpet and mingle with Hollywood's brightest and not so bright stars.

Hosting this evening's awards ceremony is the world-famous Hollywood idol Brett Garth. Hugging the Oscar spotlight is Veronica Vicious, perennially prominent movie star. And ever by Veronica's side (because she won't let go) is leading man Hugh Lockwood. Also expected at the Awards ceremony is the up-and-coming starlet Ravishing B. Yuety, a first-time nominee as best supporting actress. Another star expected is Glo Star, the B-movie sensation. But, beware of the surging fans gathered outside -- and possibly inside. Is Sally White really just a show technician?

Cast members in "Walking the Red Carpet: An Oscar Winning Confession" are Mary Brassard (co-director), Monique Derr (co-director), Danielle Palmer, Brooke Bartlett, Joseph Thompson, Ryon Sharette and Tonia Sayer.

Boccia's menu for the dinner theater includes two main Italian entrees, salad with choice of dressings, bread sticks, dessert and fruit punch.

For ticket information and more details, call 801-569-1482 or toll-free 866-569-1482 or go to www.huntmysteries.com.

Admission: $40; discounts available online or 866-569-1482
Hours: 7-915 p.m.
Contact: W. Lee Hunt
Phone: 801-569-1482
Email: lee.hunt@huntmysteries.com
Venue: Boccia's D'Italia
Location: 1045 N. Washington Blvd., Ogden
Web Address: www.huntmysteries.com

May. 10 - Salt Lake City
5th Annual Pedal Pusher Film Festival - Ride your bike to the Depot (a private club for members) and come see films from the International Bicycle Film Festival, participate or watch Roller Racing and Track Stand Competitions, bid in the silent auction and listen to the music of the Vile Blue Shades. For more info or tickets call 801-FAT-BIKE.

Admission: $10 online, $12 day of
Hours: 7:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Contact: Jonathan Morrison
Phone: 801-688-0183
Email: jonathan@slcbikecollective.org
Venue: The Depot
Location: 400 West South Temple, Salt Lake City
Web Address: www.slcbikecollective.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 10 - Vernal
Ouray National Wildlife Refuge Open House - Stop by special activity stations to learn more about the diverse wildlife of the Refuge.

Phone: 435-545-2522
Venue: Ouray Wildlife Refuge
Location: 30 miles Southwest of Vernal, Vernal

May. 10 - West Valley City
ASA Weekly Racing Series - RMR Super Oval

Classes Scheduled to Compete:
USAC Sprits
Maverik Modifieds
Super Stocks
Figure 8 Cars
Figure 8 Trains
Hornets

Admission: Adults $15 - Youth (5-12) $5
Hours: Spectator Gate = 4:00 pm & Racing = 6:00 pm
Contact: Mark Pittman
Phone: (801) 252-9557
Email: mpittman@rmrracing.com
Venue: Rocky Mountain Raceways
Location: 6555 West 2100 South, West Valley City
Web Address: www.rmrracing.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 10 - May. 18 - Salt Lake City
Utah Opera Presents Don Giovanni - Join Utah Opera as they present Mozart’s Don Giovanni at Capitol Theatre May 10-18. Based on the legend of Don Juan, Mozart’s dramatic comedy follows the arrogant Don Giovanni as he lives a life of seduction, murder and wrongdoing creating countless enemies all along the way. For tickets call 801-355-ARTS.

Admission: $10-$65
Hours: 7:30 pm and Sunday at 2:00 pm
Contact: Jana Allred
Phone: 801-869-9027
Email: jallred@usuo.org
Venue: Capitol Theatre
Location: 50 West 200 South, Salt Lake City
Web Address: www.utahopera.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 12 - Orem
Maxed Out Puppetry - Perennial favorite Maxed Out Puppetry is back for another evening of laughter, suspense, and delight. Don't miss this opportunity to see these amazing puppeteers bring their favorite friends to life. In the Storytelling Wing.

Admission: free
Hours: 7pm
Phone: 801-229-7050
Venue: Orem Public Library
Location: 56 North State Street, Orem
Web Address: lib.orem.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 12 - Salt Lake City
Regina Carter Sextet - Jazz violinist, Regina Carter, began as a classical violinist but became increasingly interested in jazz. Now, she is considered to be one of the finest violinists in the genre. She was awarded a MacArthur Fellows Program Grant, also known as the "genius grant" in September 2006. Her music is eclectic and soul-stirring.

Admission: $25: Student Discounts Available
Hours: 7:30p.m.
Contact: Gordon Hanks
Phone: 801-278-0411
Venue: Sheraton City Centre
Location: 150 West 500 South, Salt Lake City
Web Address: www.jazzslc.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 12 - May. 16 - Garland
The All Night Hop - Members of the Ballroom Dance Team entertain you while dancing to the music performed by the Jazz band and some numbers sung to you by the Madrigal singers of the school. Makes for a fun family night activity.

Admission: Around $5.00 per person
Hours: 7:00-8:30 pm
Contact: Bradlee W. Skinner
Phone: 1-435-257-2500
Email: bradlee.skinner@besd.net
Venue: Bear River High School Auditorium
Location: 1450 South Main Street, Garland
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 13 - Orem
The Illusive Gatsby: Adapting the Novel to the Big Screen - Literature Mind Marathon: The Illusive Gatsby: Adapting the Novel to the Big Screen

Join Dr. Dennis Cutchins of BYU as he uses The Great Gatsby to explore the difficulties in transitioning novels to the big screen. Perfect for fans of Robert Redford and F. Scott Fitzgerald. In the Storytelling Wing.

Admission: free
Hours: 7pm
Phone: 801-229-7050
Venue: Orem Public Library
Location: 56 North State Street, Orem
Web Address: lib.orem.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 13 - Salt Lake City
Kendall Maffett - "The Kids in the Hall", the watershed comedy troupe of the 1990's, are returning to their live-performance roots for a major North American theater tour in 2008. The tour kicks off at the Star Plaza Theatre in Merrillville, IN on April 4, 2008, and will include approximately 30 cities in the US and Canada.

Discovered by Lorne Michaels, creator of "Saturday Night Live", "The Kids in the Hall" - Dave Foley, Bruce McCulloch, Kevin McDonald, Mark McKinney, and Scott Thompson - exploded into the American consciousness when their half-hour sketch comedy show debuted on cable's HBO in 1989.

The troupe’s distinctly edgy humor broke new ground with their characterizations of secretaries, prostitutes, gays, drug users, and oddball creations like the half human Chicken Lady, the vengeful "head crusher" and the chauvinist Cabbage Head. Critical acclaim, Emmy and Ace nominations, and a legion of extremely dedicated fans quickly followed the debut.

Admission: $39.75
Hours: 8pm
Contact: Kendall Maffett
Phone: 615 242-3323
Email: kendall@outbackconcerts.com
Venue: Kingsbury Hall
Location: 1395 E. Presidents Circle, Salt Lake City
Web Address: www.kingtix.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 13 - Salt Lake City
All Star Evening - A youth soloist selected from those who auditioned for Salute to Youth will perform a full-length concerto with the Utah Symphony. You’ll also be dazzled by large-scale orchestral works performed by the Utah Symphony side-by-side with our Youth Symphony All-Stars, young players selected from the state’s elite youth orchestras.

Hours: 7 pm
Phone: (801) 355-2787
Venue: Abravanel Hall
Location: 123 West South Temple, Salt Lake City

May. 13 - Salt Lake City
"Seeds of Remembrance" - Caring Connections: A Hope and Comfort in Grief Program is sponsoring an occasion to remember those we have lost. "Helping Families continue Bonds after Loss" is the focus for the evening, featuring Gloria C. Horsley PhD and Heidi Horsley PhD, Co-Hosts of raido show "Healing the Grieving Heart" and authors of Teen Grief Gelief: Parenting with understanding, support and guidance. This is free and open to the public, especially those who have experienced the death of a loved one.

Admission: no charge
Hours: 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Contact: Shawna Rees
Phone: 801-585-9522
Email: shawna.rees@nurs.utah.edu
Venue: University of Utah College of Nursing
Location: 10 South 2000 East, Salt Lake City
Web Address: nurs.utah.edu/caringconnections
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 14 - Orem
Notable Author Discussion: William Maxwell - Love books and want to share your reading experience with others? Join Associate Librarian Eliot Wilcox and other readers to talk about the award-winning author and long-time fiction editor of The New Yorker William Maxwell. In the Reading Room at 11am and 7pm.

Admission: Free
Hours: 7pm
Phone: 801-229-7050
Venue: Orem Public Library
Location: 56 North State Street, Orem
Web Address: lib.orem.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 14 - Orem
Murderous Love: Reading Shakespeare’s Othello - Literature Mind Marathon: Murderous Love: Reading Shakespeare’s Othello
A devious, yet trusted adviser, an irate father-in-law, a city that sees him as an outsider in spite of success, a raging jealous streak--for Othello, love is a battlefield. Join us as Chris Clark discusses Shakespeare’s tragic tale.
In the Storytelling Wing.

Admission: free
Hours: 7pm
Phone: 801-229-7050
Venue: Orem Public Library
Location: 56 North State Street, Orem
Web Address: lib.orem.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 15 - Ogden
Mandy Patinkin in Concert with Paul Ford on Piano - Tony award-winning broadway star, FBI profiler in TV's "Criminal Minds", and Emmy award-winning "Chicago Hope" surgeon, Mandy Patinkin, accompanied by Paul Ford on piano, will in concert one night only! Get your tickets now, because Mandy Patinkin will surely perform to a sold-out audience.

Admission: $20/ $27/ $35
Hours: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Contact: Diane Stern
Phone: 801.626.6570
Email: dstern@weber.edu
Venue: Val A. Browning Center for the Performing Arts - Austad Aud.
Location: 3750 Harrison Blvd. , Ogden
Web Address: www.weber.edu/culturalaffairs
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 15 - Salt Lake City
Brandenburg: Round 2 - J.S. Bach Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F, BWV 1047
J.S. Bach Brandenburg Concerto No. 6 in Bb, BWV 1051
J.S. Bach Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G, BWV 1049

The balance of Bach’s magnificent concerti includes the well-known, and fiendishly difficult, trumpet solo in No. 2. Don’t miss the finale of our Chamber Series.

Hours: 8 pm
Phone: (801) 355-2787
Venue: Abravanel Hall
Location: 123 West South Temple, Salt Lake City

May. 15 - May. 17 - Midvale
Utah Hawaiian Film Festival - The Hawaiian Cultural Center is pleased to present the 1st Utah Hawaiian Film Festival and Cultural Celebration of our Film Festival theme “Mo’olelo Ka Ho’owaiwai” [Stories Of Enrichment]. The festivities begin Thursday with a Kick Off “Paina” (Party) May 15th starting at 6:30pm. The films will be shown on Friday, May 16, 12noon–10pm, and Saturday, May 17, 12noon-9pm. All showings of films will take place at the Hawaiian Cultural Center at 741 W. Smelter Street, Midvale, UT. For more information on purchasing tickets call 801-56-ALOHA, visit our website at www.myspace.com/hawaiianculturalcenter, or email your request to hawaiianculturalcenter@gmail.com.

In its first year ever, the Utah Hawaiian Film Festival is a rare glimpse of Hawaiian perspectives through cinema and will feature films about Hawaiian myths and legends told for the first time in the Hawaiian language. There will also be documentaries that explore Hawaiian history through the stories of its monarchy and her people; educational features of modern issues including sovereignty, land & water rights, and the environment; as well as highlights on cultural traditions of Hula, Wa’a-Outrigger Canoe, and other native arts & crafts.

Herman S. Lavata’i, Executive Director of the Hawaiian Cultural Center states, “We are very proud to provide a voice to the Native Hawaiian community here in the Wasatch Valley, the State of Utah, and the mainland through each film presentation. This unique opportunity will foster a better understanding for our Native Hawaiians & Pacific Islanders, and non-natives who reside here, about our rich Hawaiian cultural heritage that have existed for over 5,000 years. This is our invitation to everyone “E Komo Mai Kakou” to please come and enjoy in the experience of Hawai’i’s stories, sharing of the Hawaiian language, culture, and history through Cinema.

The Hawaiian Cultural Center, under the Ka Lama Mohala Foundation (KLMF), was established in 2005 with the mission of preserving and perpetuating all things Hawaiian. The Ka Lama Mohala Foundation is a proud sponsor of “Mo’olelo Ka Ho’owaiwai” [Stories of Enrichment] to help host this cultural event.

Admission: $5-15
Hours: 12-9pm
Contact: Kathleen Madsen
Phone: 801-56-ALOHA
Email: hawaiianculturalcenter@gmail.com
Venue: Midvale Hawaiian Film Festival
Location: 741 West Smelter Street , Midvale
Web Address: www.myspace.com/hawaiianculturalcenter

May. 15 - May. 19 - Farmington
Great Salt Lake Bird Festival - Come celebrate at the 10th Annual Great Salt Lake Bird Festival May 15-19, 2008 in Farmington, Utah! This festival offers guided field trips to the best birding hot-spots in northern Utah and around the world famous Great Salt Lake. Birding trips are offered by kayak, boat, horseback, bus, van, and duck. All trips have expert guides. Friday and Saturday workshops at the Davis County Event Center include artist Rosalie Winard, booths, vendors, food, and art for people of all ages and birding experience. The annual Dutch oven dinner on Saturday features keynote speaker Bruce Thompson. See the entire program at: www.greatsaltlakebirdfest.com

Admission: Festival Free, field trips have ticket prices
Hours: varies, Friday 12- 6 pm, Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Contact: Neka Roundy
Phone: 801-451-3286
Email: tour@co.davis.ut.us
Venue: Davis Events Center
Location: 151 South 1100 West, Farmington
Web Address: www.greatsaltlakebirdfest.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 16 - Orem
Resonance Story Theatre: Tales of Community - Enjoy stories of different character traits with drumming, music, theatre and audience participation. Bring the entire family for an energetic evening packed with fun - you may even end up on stage! Programs are supported by the Orem CARE tax. In the Storytelling Wing.

Admission: free
Hours: 7pm
Phone: 801-229-7050
Venue: Orem Public Library
Location: 56 North State Street , Orem
Web Address: lib.orem.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 16 - Salt Lake City
Dr. Patch Adams "Living a Life of Joy" - The Home Caregivers Arts in Caring Council brings you an inspiring event with Dr. Patch Adams, the real person behind the hit movie Patch Adams, starring Robin Williams. Patch will be delivering his presentation "Living a Life of Joy", which is about how to discover the incredible thrill of choosing to live everyday with joy. As a medical doctor and a clown, Patch believes that laughter, joy and creativity are an integral part of the healing process and therefore true health care must incorporate such life. Says Patch, "I interpret my experience in life as being happy. I want, as a doctor, to say it does matter to your health to be happy. It must be the most important health factor in your life."

Hours: 7:00pm
Phone: 801-581-7100
Venue: Kingsbury Hall
Location: 1395 E. Presidents Circle, Salt Lake City

May. 16 - West Valley City
Street Legal Series - Race #2 - NHRA Drag Racing

Heavy, RockyMountainECOTEC.net Sport Compact, Wide Open Performance Diesel Only, Truck, High School, Motorcycle

Plus: Junior Major, Junior Minor, Junior Rookie

Admission: Adults $10 - Youth (5-12) $5
Hours: Racing = 7:00 pm
Contact: Mark Pittman
Phone: (801) 252-9557
Email: mpittman@rmrracing.com
Venue: Rocky Mountain Raceways
Location: 6555 West 2100 South, West Valley City
Web Address: www.rmrracing.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 16 - West Valley City
Squires Turbo Systems Midnight Drags - Late night drag racing!

Midnight Drags spectator ticket includes spectator entrance to the Drift Enterprise - Midnight Drift.

Admission: Adult & Youth = $5
Hours: 11:00 pm to 2:00 am
Contact: Mark Pittman
Phone: (801) 252-9557
Email: mpittman@rmrracing.com
Venue: Rocky Mountain Raceways
Location: 6555 West 2100 South, West Valley City
Web Address: www.rmrracing.com

May. 16 - West Valley City
Fiesta! - Fiesta! Viva Mexico!

Friday, May 16
6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Utah Cultural Celebration Center
1355 West 3100 South

Everyone is welcome to attend Fiesta! free of charge.

The Utah Cultural Celebration Center is proud to host its fourth annual Fiesta! – a spicy evening of entertainment, excitement and education celebrating Mexican heritage and culture in Utah.

This year’s Fiesta! features a special visit by delegates from Boca del Rio, Mexico; local musicians Rio Bravo; Mariachi Zavala; Latinos En Utah; Latin Dance Heritage and Quetzalcoatl, who will perform a special ancient Aztec ceremonial dance. Taco, bread and other sweets vendors will be selling products, along with material craft vendors selling their wares from booths. Children’s games, including the popular lottery game La Loteria, will be played for prizes, along with bead-stringing; Mexican flower and flag-making, and other activities. Non profit formation booths for Una Mano Amiga and the Latino Community Education & Information Center will also be on hand distributing information. When the sun sets come prepared to sing in the open mic session with Mariachi Zavala just before breaking the piñata, followed by the ceremonial “lighting of the Olmeca Head” and fireworks!

For more information about this and other events or exhibits at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center, call 801-965-5100 or visit culturalcelebration.org Funded in part by the Salt Lake County Zoo Arts and Parks Program and West Valley City.

Admission: Free
Hours: 6 - 9:30 p.m.
Contact: Michael Christensen
Phone: 965-5100
Email: mchristensen@wvc-ut.gov
Venue: Utah Cultural Celebration Center
Location: 1355 W. 3100 S., West Valley City
Web Address: www.culturalcelebration.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 16 - May. 17 - Vernal
Lane Frost Challenge Professional Bull Riding - Bull Riding Event.

Phone: 435-828-3549
Venue: Western Park Convention Center
Location: 302 E. 200 S., Vernal

May. 16 - May. 18 - Cedar City
Rock Crawling - WE Rock presents the Western US Nationals #2, held at Three Peaks Recreational Area (west of Cedar City on Hwy 56/200 N to Lund Hwy, turn north on Lund Hwy to Midvalley Rd, turn west and follow Midvalley Rd to Three Peaks Recreational Area).

Admission: $15 a day adults, $5 a day kids
Venue: Three Peaks Recreational Area
Location: west of Cedar City on Hwy 56/200 N to Lund Hwy, Cedar City
Web Address: www.we-rock.cc

May. 16 - May. 18 - Tooele
American Le Mans Series - The American Le Mans Series returns to Miller Motorsports Park with the most exotic, high-tech sports cars on the planet. See the V10 diesel-powered, 200mph Audi R10s take on the Porsche and Acura Prototypes for championship points and bragging rights, with some of the world's best drivers at the controls.

Admission: $25-$80.00
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Contact: Ticket Office
Phone: 435-277-7223
Email: www.millermotorsportspark.com
Venue: Miller Motorsports Park
Location: 2901 N Sheep Lane, Tooele
Web Address: www.millermotorsportspark.com

May. 16 - May. 18 - Tooele
Miller Motorsports Park Utah Grand Prix - American LeMans Series

Phone: 866-297-2636
Venue: Miller Motorsports Park
Location: 2901 Sheep Lane, Tooele
Web Address: www.millermotorpark.com

May. 16 - Jun. 7 - Provo
The Mikado - Center Street Musical Theatre presents "The Mikado" by Gilbert & Sullivan.
When: May 16 - June 7 (Fridays, Saturdays & Mondays) at 7:30pm
Where: 177 West Center St. Provo

Tickets: $10 for Adults, $8 for Seniors, Students & Kids
Monday Night Family Show Pass is $45 (immediate family only please)
Family Home Evening groups are welcome. Please call for group pricing.
Dinner, optional, is an additional $10 per person, served at 6:30pm.

"The Mikado" features Camilla Whitney as Yum Yum, Logan Bradford as Nanki Poo, David Fairchild as Ko Ko, Brianne Emry as Katisha, Amber Hurley as Pitti Sing, Adrienne Eror as Peep Bo, Matthew Christensen as Pooh Bah, Nathan Lundquist as Pish Tush and Tim Branscomb as the Mikado.

Please call 373-4485 for reservations.
www.csmtc.com

Admission: Adults- $10; Students, Seniors, Kids- $8; Dinner- Add $10
Hours: Fri, Sat, Mon 7:30pm; Dinner, optional, served at 6:30pm
Contact: Sharilyn Grooms
Phone: 801-373-4485
Email: Sharilyn@csmtc.com
Venue: Center Street Musical Theatre
Location: 177 West Center St., Provo
Web Address: www.csmtc.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 16 - Jun. 7 - Salt Lake City
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea - Professor Pierre Aronnax, a noted marine biologist is asked to hunt down a mysterious Sea Monster. He is accompanied by his faithful assistant Conseil and by a Canadian harpooner named Ned Land. Who is lurking under the sea, but the infamous Captain Nemo and his crew. An action packed adventure unfathomable to all those who dare to come aboard and dive into the deepest depths of the ocean.

Phone: (801) 532-6000
Location: 237 South State St , Salt Lake City

May. 17 - Cedar City
Southern Utah Auto, Motorcycle & Parts + Swap Meet - 1st. Annual Cedar City Swap Meet.
Free Public Entry. Commercial Vendors Weclcome!
Vendor form, directions & more info @ www.swapmeetutah.com

Admission: Free!
Hours: 8:00am -5:00pm
Contact: Bernie
Phone: 435-586-0433
Email: donv@infowest.com
Venue: Cross Hollows Event Center
Location: Hwy. 56 & Cross Hollows Rd., Cedar City
Web Address: www.swapmeetutah.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 17 - Helper
Helper Arts and Music Festival - "Maynard and Mozart". Gallery Stroll in Helper buildings highlighting local artists and a special collection of renowned southwest artist Maynard Dixon. The Utah Symphony will perform two shows at the Rio Theater.

Admission: Symphony $20 each. Stroll is free
Hours: Symphony Performance 7 and 8:30 pm. Gallery Stroll 3 - 9 pm
Phone: 435-650-2808
Venue: Rio Theater and Helper Main Street
Location: 30 So. Main Street, Helper
Web Address: castlecountry.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 17 - Logan
Third Annual Cache Valley Bike Festival - This will be THE biking event of the summer. Come join us for biking games, biking workshops, booths bands and fun. The festival educates and advocates the many wonderful benefits biking provides. Fun for the whole family!

Admission: free
Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Contact: Ryan Hall
Phone: 435-770-8316
Email: r.j.hall@aggiemail.usu.edu
Venue: Merlin Olsen Park
Location: 300 E Center St. , Logan
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 17 - Ogden
Matthew Santos - Singer- songwriter Matthew Santos found his first audiences by way of iTunes, MySpace, word of mouth and on independent labels. His audiences have been steadily growing and this past year has been quite the wild ride for him.

This event coincides with the Ogden Marathon.

Admission: $5 for marathon runners, $10 for all others

Hours: 7:30 p.m.
Contact: Nikki Pappas
Phone: 801.626.6790
Email: nicolepappas@weber.edu
Venue: Ogden Amphitheater
Location: Historic 25th Street, Ogden
Web Address: www.weber.edu/culturalaffairs
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 17 - Ophir
Ophir Historic District Opening Day - Ophir Historic District Opening Day

Contact: Sharon
Phone: 435-882-4256
Venue: Ophir
Location: #52 Main Street, Ophir

May. 17 - Price
Bull Riders Only

Contact: Channa
Phone: 637-8176
Venue: Carbon County Fairgrounds
Location: , Price

May. 17 - South Jordan
Community Wide Yard Sale/Swap Meet - Join us for a Community Wide Yard Sale/Swap meet at Daybreak in South Jordan. Where over 50 residents will make their treasures available for you hunters. Located on 11400 South just west of Bangerter.

Admission: None
Hours: Saturday 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Contact: Tina Esparza
Phone: 801-253-6418
Email: tesparza@ccmcnet.com
Venue: Daybreak Community
Location: 11400 South & Bangeter Hwy., South Jordan
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 17 - West Valley City
ASA Weekly Racing Series - RMR Super Oval

Classes Scheduled to Compete:
Maverik Modifieds
Super Stocks
Dex Mini Cups
AIS Legends
Ford Focus Midgets
Hornets

Admission: Adults $15 - Youth (5-12) $5
Hours: Spectator Gate = 4:00 pm & Racing = 6:00 pm
Contact: Mark Pittman
Phone: (801) 252-9557
Email: mpittman@rmrracing.com
Venue: Rocky Mountain Raceways
Location: 6555 West 2100 South, West Valley City
Web Address: www.rmrracing.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 17 - May. 18 - Dutch John
Villa Fishing Derby - The Spring Fling as this event is often called is held on Lake Flaming Gorge and brings in fishermen from all over the west. Cash prizes are a big draw! Registration tends to fill up quickly, so register early.

Phone: 435-784-3015
Venue: Lake Flaming Gorge
Location: Lake Flaming Gorge, Dutch John

May. 17 - May. 18 - Monticello
Blue Mountain Military Shoot - Join us May 17th-18th 2008 for the first annual Blue Mountain Military Shoot. This event is open to military weapons of any time period; matchlock to modern. The shoot will be held near Monticello, Utah on 5000 acres of private property. Event times are 0900-1700 Saturday and 0900-1630 Sunday, with early registration and campground checking 1600-2000 Friday the 16th. Ranges will be open both days. This is not a scored event, but rather a relaxed time to shoot, visit, and fellowship.

Registration costs are $25 until May 1st and $35 after May 1st until the day of the event. Grand Prize is a Soviet Mosin Nagant Model 91/30 rifle with sling, bayonet, ammo pouch, and cleaning tool kit. The public is welcome for a $10 entrance fee. Children 12 and under are welcome free of charge.

To register or for more information, please call Jerry Ward at 435-587-3385

Admission: $25-23 to participate, $10 for spectators
Hours: F -S, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 pm
Contact: Jerry Ward
Phone: 435-587-3385
Email: wards2004@frontiernet.net
Venue: outdoor
Location: call for details, Monticello
Web Address: www.bluemountaingunworks.com/events.html
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 19 - Orem
Magic and Mythology - The acclaimed Timp Tellers Ginger Parkinson, Paige Funk, and April Johnson will present larger-than-life myths and magical tales. In the Storytelling Wing.

Admission: free
Hours: 7pm
Phone: 801-229-7050
Venue: Orem Public Library
Location: 56 North State Street, Orem
Web Address: lib.orem.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 19 - May. 24 - Kanab
Second Annual Amazing Earthfest - The Annual Amazing Earthfest is a signature event in Southern Utah's Kane County. The festival is designed to appeal to families and individuals from all fifty states and abroad. Visitors are invited to discover, learn from, and celebrate the national and state parks, monuments, forests and public lands of the Colorado Plateau. Featuring some of the most magnificent scenery in the world, each year during the third week of May the festival blends scientific discovery, education, and understanding, with adventure, recreation, and entertainment.

Amazing Earthfest is becoming a premiere festival on the Colorado Plateau. Visitors can choose from a wide variety of scheduled activities including scientific and educational lectures and demonstrations on aspects of the land, Native American cultural programs, and pioneer history. Guided back country trips and expeditions are offered, and individual exploration is encouraged. Enhancing the festival are live musical performances, visual arts, films, handmade crafts, and culinary delights.

Scientific & Cultural Presentations - Each year scholars, scientists, and staff from major educational institutions, public land managing agencies, and non-profit organizations focused on the Colorado Plateau are invited to present on geology, ecology, biology, paleontology and archeology, as well as land and resource management. Events are offered at visitor centers and out on the land, with guided visits to specific sites and expeditions to remote locations. Activities, exhibits, lectures, and demonstrations are designed to educate and inform local residents and visitors alike about recent scientific study and discoveries, history, and the natural wonders of Southern Utah and the Arizona Strip.

Creative Arts & Entertainment - Artists, musicians, and storytellers are on-hand to express their experience of the life and culture of the Inter-mountain West. Pioneer history and culinary arts round out visitors’ enjoyment.

Outdoor Recreation - Campers, backpackers, day hikers, horseback riders, cyclists, mountain bikers, rock climbers, road tourists, and outdoor enthusiasts using OHVs, are invited to make Southern Utah and the Northern Arizona Strip their destination for this springtime festival. In a spirit of stewardship for the gifts which Earth provides, participants in Amazing Earthfest events are asked to respect sensitive cultural and biological resources found on the public lands. Engage in your favorite sport, while enjoying the welcoming hospitality of area service providers!

Please explore our website, and share links with friends. visit: www.amazingearthfest.com

For more information on the Amazing Earthfest Celebration please call: Cowboy Ted Hallisey-Executive Director of Kane County Office of Tourism (435)-899-1102

or

Rich Csenge, Events Coordinator, (435)-644-3735 or (207)-729-5825

"We did not inherit the Earth from our parents. We are borrowing it from our children." ~Chief Seattle

Admission: Free
Hours: Events daily, 7am to 7pm as scheduled
Contact: Cowboy Ted Hallisey
Phone: 435-899-1102
Email: cowboyted8@aol.com
Venue: Parks & Public Lands around Southern Utah & Northern Arizona
Location: 78 South 100 East, Kanab
Web Address: www.amazingearthfest.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 20 - Provo
For the Love of Food: Grains - A series of Free classes in connection with the Utah State Extension Center about health, nutrition and exercise. Get tips for healthier living and learn more about preparing nutritious foods.

Admission: Free
Hours: 7:00 pm
Contact: Anjanette Jones
Phone: 801-852-6661
Email: anjanette__jones@provo.lib.ut.us
Venue: Provo City Library at Academy Square
Location: 550 N University Ave, Provo
Web Address: www.provolibrary.com/for_the_love_of_food.html
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 20 - Murray
Ask a Foster Parent Night - Come learn how you can make a difference in the life of a child by providing a safe and loving home.

The UFCF Information Night will include:
*Information about the foster care system
*Steps on how you can become a foster/adoptive family
*Meeting a current Utah foster parent who can share his or her experiences
*An opportunity to have your questions answered
Information on other ways to get involved

Admission: Free!
Hours: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Contact: Amy Boyack
Phone: 801-994-5205
Email: amy.boyack@utahfostercare.org
Venue: Utah Foster Care Foundation Office
Location: 5296 S. Commerce Dr., Suite 400, Murray
Web Address: www.utahfostercare.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 21 - May. 22 - Park City
Holden Young Trio in Park City - Join the Holden Young Trio (HY3) http://www.holdenyoungmusic.com on Wednesday, May 21st in Park City at the private club for members, the Playground (formerly Suede).

Holden Young Trio
Playground
Wed, May 21st
Park City, UT
9 PM

Hours: 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Contact: Robert Fenn
Phone: (303) 859-4951
Email: holden_world@hotmail.com
Venue: Playground
Location: 1612 Ute Blvd, Park City
Web Address: www.parkcityplayground.com

May. 22 - Vernal
Uintah Basin Energy Days - This conference will allow energy innovators, industry employees and the public to hear what is going on in the oil, gas, mining and alternative fuel industry. Industry specific speakers will give presentations during this conference

Admission: $99
Hours: Th. 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Contact: Joelle Oviatt
Phone: (435) 789-1352
Email: joviatt@ubtanet.com
Venue: Western Park
Location: 302 E 200 S, Vernal
Web Address: vernalchamber.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 22 - Moab
Desert Rocks Music Festival - 4 days and 4 nights of music, camping, and outdoor adventure in the majestic red rock cliff canyon of Kane Creek 8 miles West of Moab! The festival will include an ecclectic mix of funk, rock, reggae, folk, and bluegrass music playing on through until sunrise each night. Headliners include The Derek Trucks Band, Hot Buttered Rum, Eric Mcfaddin Trio w/ Bernie Worrell of Parliament, Lebo (from ALO), The Motet, Blue Turtle Seduction, Joseph Israel, Stonefed, Wisebird, Ten Mile Tide, and many more! Dirstar Army will be presenting a Mountain Boarding competition, and Team Utah Frisbee Golf will have a frisbee golf course set up! On the drive into the festival attendees will see ancient petroglyphs, the Colorado river, Indain Ladder, and much more! The festival is located withing 20 miles of both Arches and Canyounlands National Parks. For more info check out www.desertrocks.org

Admission: $75 online before March $85 online after March $95 at Gate
Hours: Thur-Mon Noon until Sunrise next Day (All night music)
Contact: John Corkery
Phone: 801-414-5595
Email: jrc@desertrocks.org
Venue: Kane Creek Canyon
Location: Pole Road, Moab
Web Address: www.desertrocks.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 22 - May. 24 - Ephraim
Scandinavian Heritage Festival - The Scandinavian Heritage Festival in Ephraim, Utah, running Thursday through Saturday prior to Memorial Day, is possibly the largest Scandinavian heritage event in the Intermountain West. Last year, it attracted upwards of 10,000 visitors.

Admission: free
Hours: see website
Contact: Gary Anderson
Phone: 435-283-7595
Email: conference@scandinavianheritagefestival.com
Venue: Snow College and Pioneer Park
Location: In Town, Ephraim
Web Address: candinavianheritagefestival.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 22 - May. 25 - Moab
Desert Rocks - 22-25 Desert Rocks - Four days and four nights of music, camping, and outdoor adventure in the majestic red rock canyon of Kane Creek, 8 miles West of Moab. The festival will include an eclectic mix of funk, rock, reggae, folk, and bluegrass music playing through sunrise. Headliners include The Derek Trucks Band, Hot Buttered Rum, Eric Mcfaddin Trio w/ Bernie Worrell of Parliament, Lebo (from ALO), The Motet, Blue Turtle Seduction, Joseph Israel, Stonefed, Wisebird, Ten Mile Tide, and many more! Dirstar Army will be presenting a Mountain Boarding competition, and Team Utah Frisbee Golf will have a frisbee golf course set up!

Phone: 435-259-8825
Location: 8 miles West of Moab, Moab
Web Address: www.desertrocks.org.

May. 23 - West Valley City
The Cure - The Cure announce re-scheduled 2008 North American 4Tour Shows

At Last! We are very happy to announce the new 2008 dates of our postponed North American 4Tour. Eighteen of the nineteen previously announced shows have been re-scheduled in the original venues, and all 2007 tickets will be honoured for these new 2008 concerts.

We apologize again fro the inconvenience and upset the original postponement caused, and will make sure that the new shows ar emore than worth the wait....

See you all soon,

Love Robert, Simon, Jason and Porl XXXX (The Cure)

The Cure 4Tour North America 2008~MAY 23 Salt Lake City E Center

Tickets at all Smith’sTix outlets :: 1-800-888-TIXX :: 467-TIXX :: The E Center Box Office.

Phone: 801-355-5522
Location: 3200 S. Decker Lake Dr. West Valley City, UT , West Valley City
Web Address: www.uconcerts.com

May. 23 - West Valley City
Plaza Cycle Motocross Park - Race #3 - All classes from Pee Wees to the Big Bikes plus ATVs!

Admission: Adults $10 - Youth (5-12) $5
Hours: Racing = 7:15 pm
Contact: Curt Stewart
Phone: (801) 252-9557
Email: cstewart@rmrracing.com
Venue: Plaza Cycle Motocross Park
Location: 6555 West 2100 South, West Valley City
Web Address: www.rmrracing.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 23 - Ivins
Tuacahn Concerts: The Beach Boys - You can capsulate most pop music acts by reciting how many hits they've had and how many millions of albums they've sold. But these conventional measurements fall short when you're assessing the impact of The Beach Boys. To be sure, this band has birthed a torrent of hit singles and sold albums by the tens of millions. But its greater significance lies in the fact that it changed the musical landscape so profoundly that every pop act since has been in its debt.

Even more than the Beatles, The Beach Boys found through their music the key to unfading youth-and they made copies for everyone. To these guys, the beach isn't just a place where the surf comes to play-it's where life is renewed and made whole again.

Few, if any, acts can match The Beach Boys' concert presence, spirit and performance. They were center-stage at Live Aid, multiple Farm Aids, the Statue of Liberty's 100th Anniversary Salute, the Super Bowl and the White House. On one day alone-July 4, 1985-they played to nearly 2 million fans at shows in Philadelphia and Washington, D. C.

In addition to founding Beach Boy Mike Love (lead vocals) and Beach Boy-vet Bruce Johnston (vocals/keyboards)-- Mike Kowalski (drums), Randell Kirsch (guitar/vocals), Chris Farmer (bass/vocals), Tim Bonhomme (keyboards/vocals), John Cowsill of The Cowsills (keyboards/vocals/percussion) and Scott Totten (guitar/vocals) round out the band.

Admission: $39.00-$59.00
Hours: 8:00
Phone: 1-800-746-9882
Email: information@tuacahn.org
Venue: Tuachan Ampitheater
Location: 1100 Tuachan Drive, Ivins
Web Address: www.tuacahn.org/concerts.html

May. 23 - West Valley City
Summit Racing ET Series - Race #3 - NHRA Drag Racing

Super Pro
Pro
Sportsman
MediaOne Motorcycle/Snowmobile Series

Admission: Adults $10 - Youth (5-12) $5
Hours: Racing = 7:00 pm
Contact: Ron Craft
Phone: (801) 252-9557
Email: dragmgrrmr@aol.com
Venue: Rocky Mountain Raceways
Location: 6555 West 2100 South, West Valley City
Web Address: www.rmrracing.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 23 - Orem
Resonance Story Theatre: Tales of Responsibility - Enjoy stories of different character traits with drumming, music, theatre and audience participation. Bring the entire family for an energetic evening packed with fun - you may even end up on stage! Programs are supported by the Orem CARE tax.

Admission: free
Hours: 7pm
Phone: 801-229-7050
Venue: Orem Public Library
Location: 56 North State Street, Orem
Web Address: lib.orem.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 23 - May. 24 - Salt Lake City
Beethoven Piano Concerto - De Falla: Three-cornered Hat: Suite No. 2
Beethoven: Concerto No. 1 for Piano in C major
Prokofiev: Symphony No. 5 in B-flat major

Beethoven created his second piano concerto as a showpiece for his talents as a pianist. Nearly 150 years later, Prokofiev would pour out emotion without apology in the symphony he dedicated to the "pure and noble spirit" of man.

Hours: 8 pm
Phone: (801) 355-2787
Venue: Abravanel Hall
Location: 123 West South Temple, Salt Lake City

May. 23 - May. 24 - Delta
Old School Charity Rock Crawl - Spectators welcome. No fees, but land use donations gratefully accepted. Competitors, spectators and event volunteers needed. Donations in excess of event costs will be turned over to the U4WDA to keep trails open.

Admission: Free
Hours: All Day
Contact: Craig Stumph
Phone: 435-864-3199
Venue: 4x4 Rock Crawling
Location: Millard County Fairgrounds, 187 South Manzanita Ave., Delta
Web Address: www.craigstumphracing.com

May. 23 - May. 25 - Spring City
Heaven On Earth Festival - Express your true soul essences. Dress up as outrageous as you would like, and bring your talents to share as we commence Heaven on Earth. Check out our announcements page for all the incredible talent to be displayed at the festival. An event you don’t want to miss! Local contact number 435-462-0282

Contact: Brooke Bouwhuis
Phone: 888-606-9463
Email: info@heavenonearthfestival.com
Venue: Wind Walker Ranch
Location: 11555 N. 6400 E., Spring City
Web Address: http://heavenonearthfestival.com/

May. 23 - May. 26 - Hyrum
34th Annual Cache Valley Rendezvous - Traditional 1835 Fur Trade era mountain man rendezvous. This is the oldest rendezvous reenactment in Utah. There will be a traditional traders row, black powder and archery shoots, dutch oven cooking contest, kids games and a candy cannon, as well as plenty of on site food and drinks. Directions: Head east on Main Street(State Route 101) in Hyrum, UT. Continue up Blacksmith's Fork Canyon. Look for the signs on the left just past milepost 13.

Admission: $2 per person $5 per family
Hours: Fri to Sat: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm; Sun: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Contact: Ester Hooton
Phone: 435-563-1913
Email: dhcrowmtn@netzero.net
Venue: Left Hand Fork, Blacksmith Fork Canyon, Hyrum, UT
Location: Left Hank Fork, Balcksmith Fork Canyon, Hyrum

May. 24 - Spring City
Spring City Heritage Day - The big event for the Friends of Spring City is Heritage Day. On this day, and this day only, many residents open their historic homes to tours for the public which have been carefully restored. Spring City is the best preserved example of an early Mormon pioneer village. Spring City is on the National Register of Historic Pioneer Towns. The tour includes beautiful pioneer homes, the recently restored elementary school and bishops storehouse. The art show features painting of local artisans. For the first time in 2007 a limited edition woodcut celebrating Spring City will be offered for sale (Susan Gallacher, artist). Schedule of Events: Breakfast, City Bowery – 7:30 to 9:30 am DUP Bake Sale, Old School – 9 am to 2 pm Art/Antique Sale, Old School – 9 am to 4 pm Home Tour, Tickets at Old Fire Station and Old Elementary School. 10 am to 4 pm Lunch, City Bowery – Noon to 1:30 pm

Admission: see website
Hours: see website
Contact: Kay Watson
Phone: 435-462-2211
Email: joe.the.Potter@rocketmail.com
Location: 150 East Center, Spring City
Web Address: historicspringcity.org/html/event2.html
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 24 - Tooele
Tooele City Railroad Museum Opening Day - Tooele City Railroad Museum Opening Day

Phone: 435-882-2836
Location: 35 N. Broadway, Tooele
Web Address: www.tooelecity.org/citydepartments/railroadmuseum

May. 24 - Park City
2nd Annual Utah Olympic Park 5K Hill Climb - Race from the Park City Visitor Information Center at Kimball Junction 5 kilometers up to the top of the Olympic ski jump. Not ready to tackle the summit? Try the 2.5K climb ending at the base of the Olympic ski jump.

Phone: 435-645-7660
Venue: Utah Olympic Park
Location: 3000 Bear Hollow Dr, Park City

May. 24 - Heber City
Memorial Day Half Marathon & 5k - The Homestead Memorial Day Half Marathon & 5k begins at the Homestead Resort, 700 Homestead Dr., Midway. The race starts at 8 a.m. sharp.

Phone: 435-654-1102
Venue: Homestead Resort
Location: , Heber City
Web Address: www.active.com

May. 24 - West Valley City
Jet Car Spring Nationals - NHRA Drag Racing

Fire-Breathing Jet Cars will burn down the drag strip!

First race of the 2008 season for:
Top Dragster
Top Sportsman

Summit Racing ET Series Race #4:
Super Pro
Pro
Sportsman
MediaOne Motorcycle/Snowmobile Series

Plus:
Junior Dragster Invitational

Admission: Adults $20 - Youth (5-12) $10
Contact: Mark Pittman
Phone: (801) 252-9557
Email: mpittman@rmrracing.com
Venue: Rocky Mountain Raceways
Location: 6555 West 2100 South, West Valley City
Web Address: www.rmrracing.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 24 - Orem
Orem Arts Council Presents: Arts in the Garden - Experience the best of local artists and musicians in the beautiful Central Utah Gardens in Orem. Hosted by the Orem Arts Council.

Admission: free
Hours: 10 am to 6pm
Contact: Michelle Millet
Phone: 801-229-7391
Email: arts@orem.org
Venue: Central Utah Gardens
Location: 355 West University Parkway, Orem
Web Address: arts.orem.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 24 - May. 25 - Moab
Annual Moab Arts Festival - Annual Arts & Craft Show, Jewelry – Pottery – Wood – Sculpture – Clothing – Fine Art – Photography – Kid-O-Rama – Music – Entertainment – Taiko Drummers – Food Court.

Admission: Free to spectators
Phone: 435-259-8825
Venue: Swaney City Park
Location: 400 North 100 West, Moab
Web Address: www.moabartsfestival.org
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 26 - Draper
Stan Crane Memorial XC Mountain Bike Races - Draper Trail Days will be sponsoring the annual
Stan Crane Memorial Day XC Mountain Bike Races
for all ages on May 26, 2008. All experienced,
intermediate and first time riders will enjoy
competing on Draper Trails. The event will
begin at 7:00AM at the Andy Ballard Equestrian
Center, 1600 E. Highland Drive. See www.drapertraildays.com to register and obtain
more details.

Admission: N/A
Hours: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Contact: Glen Sisam
Phone: 801 571-6954
Email: gsisam@msn.com
Venue: Andy Ballard Equestrian Center
Location: 1600 East Highland Drive, Draper
Web Address: www.drapertraildays.com
Accessible to those with Disabilities

May. 26 - West Valley City
Young Chevrolet 100 - Classes Scheduled to Compete:
USAC Sprints
Rocky Mountain Challenge Series Late Models
Figure 8 Cars
Figure 8 Trains
Ford Focus Midgets