Chris Detrick | Tribune file photo Anne Mock, of Australia, and her dog Taff, herd sheep during the 2010 West Soldier Hollow Classic Sheepdog Championships. The classic is taking place again at Soldier Hollow through Monday.
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Antelope Island Stampede
The Antelope Island Stampede will feature kites, balloons, BMX, food vendors and nearly non-stop entertainment. Call 801-774-8200 or visit antelopeislandstampede.com for information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 12 p.m.- 10p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 12 p.m.- 7p.m.
Where • Antelope Island State Park, 4528 W. 1700 South, Syracuse
Tickets • bit.ly/MQDoN4
Moab Music Festival
The Moab Music Festival brings world-class musicians to stunning red rock venues around Moab, Utah for a feast of chamber music, jazz, and traditional music concerts. Visit www.moabmusicfest.org for information and www.moabmusicfest.org/cal for schedule of events.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 11 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 at 9 a.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 2 p.m.
Where • Moab Music Festival Offices, 58 E. 300 South, Moab
Tickets • www.moabmusicfest.org
Summer Oasis: Beyond Belly Dance
The grand atrium of the Leonardo will set the stage for over 30 performers who have come together to showcase the evolution of dances from Africa to the Middle East.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 8:30 p.m.
Where • The Leonardo, 209 E. 500 south, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $15 Day of show pricing is $20; www.24tix.com
2012 Park City Area Showcase of Homes
Tour some of the world’s most inventive and elegant homes in the 2012 Park City Area Showcase of Homes. Tickets cost $15. Discount tickets can be purchased at www.pcshowcaseofhomes.com for $12.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Park City City Park, 1354 Park Ave., Park City
Tickets • $15.00; www.pcshowcaseofhomes.com
Huber Grove Apple Harvest
Come to Wasatch Mountain State Park to harvest apples from the historic Huber Grove. The orchard is open on Saturdays and Sundays by reservation. No walk-ins allowed. Call 435-654-1791 to reserve a two-hour slot.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 4p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 10 a.m.- 4p.m.
Where • Wasatch Mountain State Park, Near Midway, Utah, Midway
Tickets • $12
Frontier Days
The town of Francis will host its annual Frontier Days Celebration, a three-day festival of food, fun and entertainment, Aug. 31-Sept. 1; and Sept. 3. The weekend will feature a parade, softball tournament, rodeo and junior rodeo with mutton bustin’, Kids Karnival and barbecues. For information, visit www.francisutah.org or call 435-783-6236.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 6 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 9 a.m.- 9:30p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 a.m.
Where • Francis City Park, 2317 S. Spring Hollow Road, Francis
Tickets • $7
Camp Floyd Days
Camp Floyd State Park in conjunction with the Utah Territorial Civilian Commission and Utah Civil War Association are hosting a Civil War Encampment over Labor Day Weekend at Camp Floyd State Park. The event will allow visitors to experience camp life and participate in several activities performed by soldiers of Johnston’s Army. Events include reenactments, encampments, storytelling, stagecoach rides, firearm and cannon demonstrations, marches, drills, 1861 period games, and photos in period uniform.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 4p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 4p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 4p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 4p.m.
Where • Camp Floyd State Park and Stagecoach Inn Museum, 18035 W. 1540 North, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Standard museum entrance fees are $2 per person or $6 per family.;stateparks.utah.gov/parks/camp-floyd
Latin American Festival
Centro Hispano will sponsor Latinoamericano Festival, an authentic celebration of Latin American culture through ethnic food, music, dance performances, and art and craft vendors which together offer Utahns a weekend of culturally-rich enjoyment.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 6 p.m.- 10p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 10p.m.
Where • Utah County Historic Courthouse , 51 S. University Ave., Provo
Tickets • Free; www.festivalprovo.com
Onion Days
The town of Payson holds its annual event Friday through Monday. Fireworks are 9 p.m. Friday. The children’s parade is 9:30 a.m. Saturday. Music and food all weekend. For more information, go to http://www.paysonutah.org/news_events.oniondays.html.
When • Friday, Aug. 31, through Monday, Sept. 3.
Where • Most events are in Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St. in Payson
Tickets • Most events are free
Sheepdog Classic
The Soldier Hollow Sheepdog Classic is the largest annual sheepdog trial competition in the world. There are a variety of competitions to celebrate the bond between human and canine. For more information: www.soldierhollowclassic.com
When • Friday, Aug. 31, through Monday, Sept. 3.
Where • Most events are in Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St. in Payson
Tickets • Start at $7.75 for kids and $12.75 for adults; www.soldierhollowclassic.com
Timpanogos Storytelling Festival
Storytellers from around the world perform. For more information: www.timpfest.org.
When • Friday, Aug. 31, through Monday, Sept. 3.
Where • 58 N. State St. in Orem
Tickets • Start at $20 for kids and $25 for adults; www.timpfest.org
Canyon Road Street Festival and Memorial
Residents of Logan’s “Island” neighborhood are holding a Labor Day festival to remember the mother and two children killed in the 2009 Canyon Road landslide. There will be about 50 booths and two stages with continuous entertainment. At 7 p.m., residents and the city will dedicate a new park on the site of the landslide. For more information, visit canyonroadfestival.com.
When • 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 3.
Where • River Hollow, Park 10 River Park Drive in Logan
Tickets • Free
The Veteran: An Offering of Reverence & Respect
Special Collections honors Utah’s veterans in the gallery of the fourth floor atrium of the Marriott Library as part of a library-wide exhibition. Members of the Marriott Library and University of Utah communities commemorate veterans and current service members by contributing personal portraits to the exhibition.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 8 a.m.- 6p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 from 8 a.m.- 6p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 8 a.m.- 6p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 8 a.m.- 6p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 8 a.m.- 6p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 8 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • University of Utah J. Willard Marriott Library, 295 S. 1500 East, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Freebookartsprogram.org
People. Places. Time: Photographs from the Collection
Utah Arts & Museums is opening the exhibition “People. Places. Time: Photographs from the Collection” in the Alice Merrill Horne Gallery. The exhibition features photographs from the State Fine Art Collection. The photographs, primarily taken between the 1970s and 1990s, range from documentary to a more formal language of art-making and composition.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 8 a.m.- 5p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 8 a.m.- 5p.m.
Where • Alice Merrill Horne Gallery, 617 E. South Temple, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Freeartsandmuseums.utah.gov
30 Years of USU in Space Exploration
University Libraries offers a new exhibit that highlights the history and accomplishments of the Get Away Special Program at USU. The exhibit is a tribute to the students who were members of the GAS team through the years.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 8 a.m. through mid-Sept.
Where • Utah State University - Merrill-Cazier Library, 3000 Old Main Hill, Logan
Tickets • Free
Placemaking: The Process and Influence of Public Art in Utah
The Utah Public Art Program will present “Placemaking: The Process and Influence of Public Art in Utah,” an exhibition of artist concepts and samples created in the process of making public art for sites.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 8 a.m.- 5p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 8 a.m.- 5p.m.
Where • Rio Gallery, 300 S. 455 West, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Entwined
The ancient art of weaving is unraveled at Brigham Young University’s Museum of Peoples and Cultures with its newest exhibit, “Entwined: A Vibrant Heritage of the Modern Maya.” The exhibit demonstrates how past traditions are still a part of the modern Mayan world. The exhibition aims to showcase modern Mayan textiles as an art, according to Anna McKean, promotions director for the museum.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 9 a.m.- 5p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 9 a.m.- 5p.m.
Where • Brigham Young University Museum of Peoples and Cultures, 700 N. 100 East, Provo
Tickets • Free
United Way’s Stuff the Bus
Help United Way of Salt Lake Stuff the Bus with school supplies for children served through United Way of Salt Lake’s Neighborhood Centers. These centers, located in schools and other easy to access locations, work daily with the youth of Davis, Salt Lake, and Summit counties to improve academic achievement, reading, and development. Supplies collected will be stuffed into backpacks and delivered to over 20 locations on United Way of Salt Lake’s annual Day of Caring, Sept. 13. Visit uw.org for information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 9 a.m.
Where • Salt Lake City, , Salt Lake City
Tickets • Freewww.uw.org/news-events/events/doc_stuff-the-bus-df.pdf
International Art Exhibit
The LDS Church History Museum sponsors a worldwide art competition for Latter-day Saints artists every three years. This year’s exhibition features more than 200 works, representing a worldwide range of media, styles and cultural traditions.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 9 a.m.- 9p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 5p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 10 a.m.- 5p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 9 a.m.- 9p.m.
Where • LDS Church History Museum, 45 N. West Temple , Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Guided Tours
The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge will offer FREE guided tours of the wetlands, highlighting the birds and bugs, history and management. The tours will be about 2 1/2 hrs long. To register call 435 723-5887.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 9 a.m., Friday, Aug. 31 at 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 9 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 1 p.m.
Where • Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, 2155 W. Forest St., Brigham City
Tickets • Freewww.fws.gov/bearriver
Zumba Class
The L. Clark Cushing Heritage Center will offer a Zumba class.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 9 a.m.- 10a.m.
Where • Heritage Center (L. Clark Cushing), #10 E. 6150 South, Murray
Tickets • Free
$5 Feline Adoption Event
West Valley City Animal Services will hold its $5 Felines Adoption Event. All cats and kittens will be spayed/neutered and vaccinated for $5. Call 801-965-5800 or visit westvalleyadopts.org for more information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 9 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • West Valley Animal Services, 4522 W. 3500 South, West Valley City
Tickets • $5.00;
Dog Days of Summer Pet Adoption Event
The Davis County Animal Services will hold it’s Dog Days of Summer Pet Adoption Event. Call 802-444-2200 or visit daviscountyadopts.org for more information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 9 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Davis County Animal Services, 1422 E. 600 North, Fruit Heights
Tickets • Free
Tom Mathewson Photo Exhibit
View the images of wildlife, birds, and scenery of Antelope Island State Park by photographer Tom Mathewson.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 9 a.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 9 a.m.
Where • Antelope Island State Park, 4528 W. 1700 South, Syracuse
Tickets • $9 Day-Use per vehicle, which includes Davis County causeway fee;
Volunteers of America Drive-Up Food Drive
Volunteers of America will hold a Drive-Up Food Drive at the Homeless Youth Resource Center and at the VOA’s Cornerstone Counseling Center, 447 Bearcat Drive, South Salt Lake. People can drive up to either location to drop off non-perishable canned goods or a financial contribution. Call 801-363-9414 x 586 for information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 9 a.m.- 3p.m.
Where • Homeless Youth Resource Center, 655 S. State, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
People in a Hard Land: Iconic Images of Life in the Southwest
This exhibition explores subjects in Southwestern art that have appeared with sufficient frequency and poignancy to become truly iconic: Pioneers, cowboys, and Indians moving across a vast uninhabited landscape; and men and women engaged in the hard labor of taming a wild land.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Brigham Young University Museum of Art, North Campus Drive, Provo
Tickets • Free
Michael Whiting: 8-bit modern
In his brightly painted, massive, pixilated sculptures, Michael Whiting considers the visual relationship between early video games and 1960s minimalism. His art also creates a dialogue about the relationship between the “real” and the “virtual.” Visit moa.byu.edu/2012/05/michael-whiting-8-bit-modern for information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 9p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Brigham Young University Museum of Art, North Campus Drive, Provo
Tickets • Free
Flying Objects 3.0
The Salt Lake Art Design Board will install the third series of Flying Objects, a temporary public art project in downtown Salt Lake City. The 12 new sculptures were constructed of steel, bronze, copper, found objects, industrial tools or fiberglass. Some will be located near Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center; near Abravanel Hall and at the Hotel Monaco, all in Salt Lake City.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 10 a.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 10 a.m.
Where • Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. 300 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Dick Broun Photography Exhibit
Dick Broun has worked as a commercial photographer in Los Angeles, creating graphic images with emotional content. Broun’s unique style garnered clients such as Warner Bros. Records, MCA Records, Gloria Vanderbuilt Swimwear, Mattel (Barbie Dolls), Gerald Ford, Dean Martin, Barbra Streisand, Andy Warhol, and many others. Visit loganfineartgallery.com/index.php for information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Logan Fine Art Gallery, 60 W. 100 North, Logan
Tickets • Free
Stringed-Instrument Players
Clearfield City’s Community Band is seeking stringed-instrument players to join the band. The band plans to perform selections from Handel’s “Messiah” at a December concert. Stringed-instrument musicians are needed for this performance - all ages and abilities are welcome. For more information, contact Director Gretchen Myers at 801-807-8648.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 10 a.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 10 a.m.
Where • Clearfield Community Center, 140 E. Center St., Clearfield
Tickets • Free
Totally Wired People Exhibit
The Sweet Branch Libary will exhibit the wire sculptures of Sam Guevara. Visit slcpl.lib.ut.us/events/view/1454 for information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 9p.m.
Where • Corinne and Jack Sweet Branch Library, 455 F St. , Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Lara Jo Regan Photography Exhibit
The Utah Museum of Contemporary Art will sponsor the exhibition “Mr. Winkle: Object of Projection.” Beneath the many interpretations of this creature is a real dog, the source of inspiration for Lara Jo Regan’s photographic oeuvre that spans more than a decade. Visit www.utahmoca.org/mr-winkle/ for information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 11 a.m.- 9p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 from 11 a.m.- 9p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m.- 6p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Utah Museum of Contemporary Art, 20 S. West Temple, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Summer Group Show
Phillips Gallery will present its annual summer group show. Visit www.phillips-gallery.com for information.
When • Friday, Aug.31 from 11 a.m.- 6p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m.- 4p.m.
Where • Phillips Gallery, 444 E. 200 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Massively Small Exhibit
J Go Gallery will hold the Massively Small exhibit. Enjoy the surrealist western imagining of Jeremy Mangan, the pop art pistols of James Georgopoulos, and the energized non-representational abstracts of Krista Harris and many more. There will be an opening reception July 27. Visit jgogallery.com/shows/small-show/second-annual-massively-small for information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 11 a.m.- 9p.m.
Where • J GO Gallery, 408 Main St., Park City
Tickets • Freewww.jgogallery.com
Alex Israel Exhibit - As It Lays
The Utah Museum of Contemporary Art hold the exhibition Alex Israel: As it Lays. Los Angeles-based artist Alex Israel uses Hollywood as a material to produce videos, objects, performances, and installations.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 11 a.m.- 9p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Utah Museum of Contemporary Art, 20 S. West Temple, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Sweet Treats for a Sweet Cause Fundraiser
Canyon Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care will host its annual fundraiser for The Alzheimer’s Association Utah Chapter, titled “Sweet Treats for a Sweet Cause.” Sweet treats including, popcorn balls made by the residents of Canyon Creek, cotton candy, snow cones, ice cream, etc. will be offered. In addition, a number of gift baskets to will be raffled to raise additional funds.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 11 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Where • Canyon Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care, 7235 S. Union Park Ave., Cottonwood Heights
Tickets • Free
2012 Faculty Show Opening Reception
Celebrate with the Utah Valley University Department of Art and Visual Communications as it hosts the annual faculty art show.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 11 a.m.- 5p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m.- 5p.m.
Where • Woodbury Art Museum - Utah Valley University, 575 E. University Parkway, University Mall, Suite N250, Orem
Tickets • Free
Judith Romney Wolbach Exhibit
Charley Hafen Jewelers - Gallery will feature the paintings of Judith Romney Wolbach. This exhibit of oil paintings emerges from her imagination, previously devoted to her clay sculptures, ink drawing and watercolors.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 12 p.m.- 7p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 from 12 p.m.- 7p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 2p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 2p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 12 p.m.- 7p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 12 p.m.- 7p.m.
Where • Charley Hafen Jewelers Gallery, 1409 S. 900 East, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Farmers Market - Thanksgiving Point
Buy fresh, Utah-grown fruits and vegetables directly from the farmers who grow them. The market is at the Water Tower Plaza.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 3 p.m.- 7p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 from 3 p.m.- 7p.m.
Where • Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi
Artist in Residence - Andrew Smith
The Artist in Residence project will be a work in progress that the public can view at Thanksgiving Point’s Water Tower Plaza from July to October. Upon completion, the art piece will be housed at Adobe’s new building in Lehi. Artist Andrew Smith, Lehi, is known for his distinct art style in using scrap metal and has had several art exhibitions on showcase across the country.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 3 p.m.
Where • Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi
Tickets • www.thanksgivingpoint.org/calendar/events/artistinresidence/index.html
Movement - Art by Sonya Dinsdale
Sonya Dinsdale’s recent abstract works speak through the movement of paint, chalk, paper and fabric.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 5 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 5 p.m.
Where • Tin Angel Cafe, 365 W. 400 South,
Tickets • Free; Free ;
Blue Moon Festival
The Holladay Arts Council will present the “Blue Moon” Festival. Amenities include a beer/wine garden, dancing on the new plaza with music provided by “The Sensations” and Zion Tribe, free children’s activity center, and art and food vendors.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 5 p.m.- 10 p.m.
Where • Holladay Village Center Plaza, 4660 S. 2300 East, Holladay
Zachary Proctor Thesis Show
Figurative oil painter Zachary Proctor will present his thesis show “Vita-logy, The Study Life,” in the Utah State University Art Building. There will also be a studio sale.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 6 p.m.- 9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 from 6 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Where • Utah State University - Chase Fine Arts Center, 4030 Old Main Hill, Logan
Tickets • Free
See How They Run
CenterPoint Legacy Theatre will present “See How They Run,” a farcical English comedy by Philip King. Visit www.centerpointtheatre.org for information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 at 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7 p.m.
Where • CenterPoint Legacy Theatre, 525 N. 400 West , Centerville
Tickets • $12; www.centerpointtheatre.org
The Odyssey
(The) Odyssey is an original and unique account of Homer’s Odyssey as it is seen through the eyes of a Victorian writer. Live in the language and on the pages of a our Victorian author’s work as he tells the story of the journey of Odysseus and his voyage home 10 years after the destruction of Troy.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Dixie State College , 225 S. 700 East, Saint George
Tickets • $10.00; purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase
Beauty and the Beast
Belle, whose father is imprisoned by the Beast, offers herself instead and discovers her captor to be an enchanted prince.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Empress Theatre, 9104 W. 2700 South, Magna
Tickets • $9-$12;ezticketlive.com/checkout/event_view.asp?id=20
Little Women
The musical story of the four March sisters as they love, learn and grow against the backdrop of the American Civil War.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • CenterPoint Legacy Theatre, 525 N. 400 West , Centerville
Tickets • $19-$20;centerpointtheatre.org/season/12
Arsenic and Old Lace
A newly engaged couple; two genteel, kind, and deadly aunts; a homicidal brother and his plastic-surgeon sidekick; and an uncle who thinks he is Teddy Roosevelt. Put them all together and watch the hilarious pandemonium that follows.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Hale Center Theater - Orem, 25 W. 400 North, Orem
Tickets • $16-$20;webticketing.haletheater.org/showdates.php?s_id=180
Pirates of Penzance
Terrace Plaza Playhouse present Pirates of Penzance. Reserved tickets are available at the playhouse or by calling 801-393-0070. Visit www.terraceplayhouse.com for information.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Terrace Plaza Playhouse, 99 E. 4700 South, Ogden
Tickets • $7-$12;
Swallow the Sun
Zion Theatre Company will present national award winning playwright Mahonri Stewart’s play, Swallow the Sun, that tells of C.S. Lewis and how he journeyed from an ardent atheist to one of the 20th century’s most famous champions for Christianity. Tickets can be purchased or reserved at www.ziontheatrecompany.com.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Castle Theater, 1300 E. Center, Provo
Tickets • $12; *www.ziontheatrecompany.com
Blue Moon Hike
Meet at the Bridger Bay Campground Trailhead (near site #8) for a two-mile round trip hike around Buffalo Point under the light of the full moon. Discussions will include moon phases and other nighttime topics.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Antelope Island State Park, 4528 W. 1700 South, Syracuse
Tickets • Free
Mary Stuart
One queen must fall. But before the ax drops, the political power game between Elizabeth I and her cousin, Mary Queen of Scots, must be played in full.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 8 p.m.
Where • Tuacahn Amphitheate, 100 Tuacahn Drive, Ivins
Tickets • $22-$71;boxoffice.bard.org/TheatreManager/95/online
Titus Andronicus
Heads are going to roll in Shakespeare’s vicious play of revenge and retribution as a power struggle between Titus Andronicus and Goth Queen Tamora erupts into a vividly
gruesome personal war. Combining beautiful poetry with human violence, Titus Andronicus was one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays during his lifetime, and will prove to be the same for Festival audiences. Call the Ticket Office toll-free at 800-PLAYTIX (800 752-9849).
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 8 p.m.
Where • Adams Shakespearean Theatre , 351 W. Center Street, Cedar City
Tickets • $22-$71;boxoffice.bard.org/TheatreManager/95/tmlogin.html?P_SEQ=666
Les Miserables
This timeless story of revolution and love has touched lives around the world with the powerful story of Jean Valjean and his life-long struggle for redemption.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 2 p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 at 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 8 p.m.
Where • Adams Shakespearean Theatre , 351 W. Center Street, Cedar City
Tickets • $22-$71;boxoffice.bard.org/TheatreManager/95/online?btnGetEventList&line=31&month=0&year=2012&event=669&venue=0&genre=0&search=
Stand-Up Comedy - Jodi Miller and Derek Richards
Jodi Miller and Derek Richards will bring on the humor this Labor Day weekend, working hard, so you can kick back with a cold beverage and enjoy the laughter.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 8 p.m.
Where • Egyptian Theatre, 328 Main St., Park City
Tickets • $15.00; $15-$30;holdmyticket.com/event/113392
Improv Friends!
Improv Friends! is Provo’s newest improv troupe, built up of various stage and film actors from across Utah Valley. The goal of this troupe is to create entertaining plays and short scenes based on good storytelling skills, not just gimmicks. In every show, the troupe improvises two one-act plays based on audience suggestions, along with a series of short vignettes.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 8 p.m.- 10p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 8 p.m.- 10p.m.
Where • Echo Theatre, 145 N. University Ave., Provo
Tickets • $8.00; *Tickets are $8, but mention this ad and get a 2nd ticket for half price;www.TheEchoTheatre.com
Wicked-er: It’s Not Easy Being Green
Desert Star Playhouse will present the comedy Wicked-er: It’s Not Easy Being Green. With a new villain in town, the Wicked Witch must team up with her former enemies to battle their new foe. Call 801-266-2600 for reservations. For more information, visit www.DesertStarPlayhouse.com.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 6 p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 at 8:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 6 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 8:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7 p.m.
Where • Desert Star Playhouse, 4861 S. State St., Murray
Tickets • $9.95-$17.95;www.DesertStarPlayhouse.com
Disney’s Aladdin
Take a magical carpet ride to the Southern Utah desert when Tuacahn becomes an Arabian oasis in this new stage adaptation of the beloved Disney film. Filled with delightful songs, enchanting characters, and hilarious comedy, Aladdin is an adventure you won’t want to miss.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 8:45 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 8:45 p.m.
Where • Tuacahn Amphitheate, 100 Tuacahn Drive, Ivins
Tickets • $28.50-$64.50;www.tuacahn.org/aladdin.php
9 to 5 the Musical
Plenty of sassy tunes and soul-filled ballads, plenty of laughter! Three unlikely friends conspire to take over a company.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 12:30 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 12:30 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Hale Centre Theatre, 3333 S. Decker Lake Drive, West Valley City
Tickets • $15-$26, no children under age 5 permitted;tickets.halecentretheatre.org/peo
Community Garage Sale
Calvary Chapel Salt Lake will hold a fundraiser garage sale.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 7:30 a.m.- 3p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 7 a.m.- 5p.m.
Where • Calvary Chapel of Salt Lake City, 460 W. Century Drive, Murray
Tickets • Free
Man vs Mud 5K Race
The MAN vs MUD challenge is no ordinary 5k race, but is the ultimate event for people of all skill levels. This year will include competitive heats for the thrill-seeking athletes and weekend warriors looking for a fun and unique challenge. The Man vs. Mud event helps support the American West Heritage Center, a non-profit organization devoted to celebrating and preserving the heritage of Cache Valley.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 9 a.m.
Where • American West Heritage Center, 4025 S. Highway 89-91, Wellsville
Tickets • $40-$60;manvsmud.com/details.php
Farmers Market at Gardner Village
The Gardner Village will host the Wasatch Front Farmers Market. The market will be held every Saturday from June 2-Sept. 29 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 9 a.m.- 2p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 9 a.m.- 2p.m.
Where • Gardner Village, 1100 W. 7800 South, West Jordan
Tickets • Free
Great Salt Lake Yoga Fest
The Krishna Temple will hold a yoga festival that will feature more than 75 classes, seminars, workshops and music events. Visit greatslcyogafest.com/#!/about.html for information.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 9 a.m.- 6p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 9 a.m.- 6p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 9 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple, 965 E. 3370 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $30.00; $40 at the door;
A Celebration of Cultural Diversity - Salaam 10th Festival
In partnership with the Downtown Farmers Market, Salaam will be staging its 10th annual free family-oriented festival “A Celebration of Cultural Diversity” promoting multiethnic goodwill through performing arts: Jambo Africa Burundi Drummers, Eastern Arts with Central Asian Dances, Kenshin Taiko Japanese Drummers, Bird Show by Avian Sanctuary, Samba Fogo, Sol de Jalisco Mariachi Band, and Rinceoiri Don Spraoi Irish Dancers. Visit SaltLakeAmericanMuslim.com or contact Ghulam Hasnain at 801-671-6709 or saltlakeamericnan@yahoo.com.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 9 a.m.- 2p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 9 a.m.- 2p.m.
Where • Pioneer Park, 350 S. 300 West, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Provo Farmers Market
Provo’s Farmers’ Market is an entrepreneur-friendly environment in which the public is encouraged to try out their business idea with minimal overhead. Call 801 542-9382 or visit provofarmersmarket.blogspot.com for more information.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 2p.m.
Where • Pioneer Park - Provo, 500 W. Center St., Provo
Tickets • Free
Junior Ranger Program - How They Worked
The Fielding Garr Ranch offers lessons in how the people of Antelope Island worked. From 11 a.m. to noon, stop by Bridger Bay Beach to visit with a park interpreter about lake life and other fun facts. Microscopes will be on hand for viewing and discovering lake wonders.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 at 10 a.m.
Where • Fielding Garr Ranch , 4528 W. 1700 South, Syracuse
Tickets • Free; The event is free but you must pay to enter the park. $9 Day-Use per vehicle (includes Davis County causeway fee); $6 Day-Use for Utah seniors 62+; $3 Cyclists and Pedestrians;
Beauty and Belief: Crossing Bridges with the Arts of Islamic Culture
Unique in its approach, this exhibition offers access to Islamic culture, providing “a view from within” by project director, Sabiha Al Khemir.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 9p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Brigham Young University Museum of Art, North Campus Drive, Provo
Tickets • Free
In the Shadows of Timpanogos: Photographs by John Telford
The Brigham Young University Museum of Art will present “In the Shadows of Timpanogos: Photographs by John Telford.” For Utah photographer John Telford, Mt. Timpanogos and its surrounding canyons have been a source unending inspiration and quiet contemplation.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 9p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Brigham Young University Museum of Art, North Campus Drive, Provo
Tickets • Free
Adventures in Art
Art Makes Sense! is an Adventures in Art: MOA Family Workshops series that uses sight, sound, smell, touch, taste, and movement to help children and their caregivers learn more about art. On any one Saturday of their choice, families can take a guided tour of a current exhibition and create a fun, hands-on art activity free-of-charge. Programming is appropriate for children ages 4-10 years.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 12:30p.m.
Where • Brigham Young University Museum of Art, North Campus Drive, Provo
Tickets • Free
Photo Finish
Photographers have long been inspired by the automobile, attempting to capture and examine its multiple meanings through a lens. This group of photographs from the UMFA’s collection showcases the diversity of ways artists have depicted and interpreted the omnipresent automobile.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 5p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 5p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m.- 5p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m.- 5p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 11 a.m.- 5p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 11 a.m.- 5p.m.
Where • Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Drive, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $7; *Higher education students in Utah, $5; University of Utah students, staff and faculty, free;umfa.utah.edu
Cantastoria Exhibit
The Utah Museum of Contemporary Art will sponsor the exhibition Cantastoria, an exploration of how contemporary artists communicate histories and societies in varying media, sharing information through languages, song, storytelling, and lyricism.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 11 a.m.- 9p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m.- 6p.m.
Where • Utah Museum of Contemporary Art, 20 S. West Temple, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free www.utahmoca.org
Speed: The Art of the Performance Automobile Events
The Utah Museum of Fine Arts will offer lectures, exhibits, seminars, classes and movies about the four-wheeled masterpieces in Speed: The Art of the Performance Automobile. Visit www.speedumfa.com/events.html for schedule of events.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 5p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m.- 5p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 11 a.m.- 5p.m.
Where • Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Drive, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $18; *University of Utah students are $9, staff & faculty are $13;www.speedumfa.com/events.html
International Vulture Awareness Day
Meet Tracy Aviary’s resident vultures up close and participate in a variety of crafts and activities based on these misunderstood carrion connoisseurs. The fun begins at noon with a vulture demonstration. For schedule visit our website at www.tracyaviary.org.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 at 12 p.m.
Where • Tracy Aviary, 589 E. 1300 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $7; *
Snowbird Oktoberfest
Snowbird’s Oktoberfest features live musical performances each day in the Snowbird Event Center tent from festive acts like the Salzburger Echo and Polkatones. Visit www.snowbird.com/events/summer/oktoberfest.html for more information. The event runs until Oct. 7.
When • Saturday, Sunday and Monday, noon to 6 p.m.
Where • Snowbird Ski Resort, Little Cottonwood Canyon, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Dave Borba Exhibit
The Utah Arts Alliance Gallery will host an artist’s reception for Dave Borba, who will be showcasing his interactive folk-art pieces and his hand-carved woodworks at the Gallery until mid-September.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 12 p.m.- 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 12 p.m.- 5 p.m.
Where • Utah Arts Alliance, 127 S. Main Street, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Utah Women in Higher Education Network - The Body and Leadership
Utah Women in Higher Education Network will sponsor a workshop entitled “The Body and Leadership,” a series of interactive and engaging physical activities that will introduce participants to body-based or embodied knowing that can support their management responsibilities. To register contact Kathi Hill at hillka@uvu.edu or by calling 801-863-6263.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 1 p.m.- 3:30p.m.
Where • Utah Valley University, 800 W. University Parkway, Orem
Tickets • Free
Merry Wives of Windsor
Falstaff in love? Hardly! But the loveable old renegade does have his lusty eye on a couple of middle-class housewives. Trouble is feminine wit and wisdom triumph once again as the amused and annoyed wives teach Sir John a lesson in this bubbling, popular comedy sure to please everyone in the family.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 at 2 p.m.
Where • Adams Shakespearean Theatre , 351 W. Center Street, Cedar City
Tickets • $22-$71;www.bard.org/tickets/prices2012.html
The Servant of Two Masters
The Brigham Young University Theatre and Media Arts Department will present Carlo Goldoni’s “The Servant of Two Masters” in the Pardoe Theatre. The streets of Venice bustle with the hysterical adventures of a voracious and bumbling servant, two sets of misplaced lovers and a collection of farcical characters apt to make a confusing situation even worse.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 at 2 p.m.
Where • Brigham Young University Harris Fine Arts Center, University Avenue and Center Street, Provo
Tickets • bit.ly/KC0hnx
Conversations in Culture Exhibit
Bountiful/Davis Art Center will host the “Conversations in Culture” exhibit that will feature works by artists who live in the U.S.A but were born in another country or their travels to other cultures are reflected in their work. The exhibit will run July 13-Sept. 21, 2012.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 2 p.m.- 5p.m.
Where • Bountiful-Davis Art Center, 745 S. Main St., Bountiful
Tickets • Freewww.bdac.org
Twenty-Two Faces: Inside the Extraordinary Life of Jenny Hill and Her 22 Multiple Personalities
Judy Byington will present her biography, “Twenty-Two Faces: Inside the Extraordinary Life of Jenny Hill and Her Twenty-Two Multiple Personalities,” the story about a Utah woman who claims she underwent mind-control, survived a human sacrifice ceremony, witnessed another child’s homicide and was not alone in her allegations of ritual abuse.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 2 p.m.- 4p.m.
Where • Barnes and Noble - Sugar House, 1102 E. 2100 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Willy Wonka
Heritage Theatre will presents Roald Dahl’s “Willy Wonka,” the story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir. Idle Isle candy bars are being sold as a fundraiser for the theatre during intermission at each performance. For reservations call 435-723-8392 daily except Tuesdays and Sundays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Heritage Community Theatre - Perry, 2505 S. Highway 89, Perry
Tickets • $9
Twenty-Two Faces: Inside the Extraordinary Life of Jenny Hill and Her 22 Multiple Personalities
Judy Byington will present her biography, “Twenty-Two Faces: Inside the Extraordinary Life of Jenny Hill and Her Twenty-Two Multiple Personalities,” the story about a Utah woman who claims she underwent mind-control, survived a human sacrifice ceremony, witnessed another child’s homicide and was not alone in her allegations of ritual abuse.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 5:30 p.m.- 8:30p.m.
Where • Eborn Books - Salt Lake City, 254 S. Main St., Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
The Rose Exposed
Six resident performing arts organizations of the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center will present an The Rose Exposed. The companies represent the pinnacle of their art forms and span the worlds of dance, theatre, and music.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 9 a.m.- 5p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 9 p.m.
Where • Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. 300 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $10; www.roseXposed.org
Joseph Fire Crow Sound Healing Concert
Northern Cheyenne flutist Joseph Fire Crow will perform at the Utah Valley University Ballroom. The concert is a fundraiser for Sacred Hoop Healing Center, new support center for Native Americans in Provo. Visit sacredhoopcenter.net for information.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Utah Valley University, 800 W. University Parkway, Orem
Tickets • $15;
Hairspray
For more than six years on Broadway and in the popular 2007 film adaptation, Hairspray delighted audiences the world over by transporting them to a candy-colored 1960’s Baltimore.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 at 8:45 p.m.
Where • Tuacahn Amphitheate, 100 Tuacahn Drive, Ivins
Tickets • $23.50-$69.50;tuacahn.org/hairspray.php
Redstone Art Fair
The Redstone Center in Park City will hold its third art fair featuring local and national artists.
When • Sunday, Sept. 2 from 10 a.m.- 5p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 10 a.m.- 5p.m.
Where • Redstone Gallery, 1678 Redstone Center Drive, Park City
Tickets • Free
People’s Market
The People’s Market features items from local farmers, lunch food, music, entertainment, and handmade crafts. The Market is dedicated to building a robust food system, encourage urban micro-farmers, small-scale entrepreneurship, and support many new and smaller artisans. Visit www.slcpeoplesmarket.org for information.
When • Sunday, Sept. 2 from 10 a.m.- 3p.m.
Where • International Peace Gardens, 1060 S. 900 West, Salt Lake City
Truth, Compassion, and Tolerance Art Exhibit
The Truth, Compassion, and Tolerance exhibit showcases artists who are Falun Gong practitioners. Some of the artists have suffered persecution and torture in China firsthand. Each piece of art displayed will be the original work. Opening reception will be Aug. 16.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 6 a.m.- 8p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 8 a.m.- 5p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 10 a.m.- 2p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 6 a.m.- 9p.m.
Where • Sorenson Unity Center, 1383 S. 900 West, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Artist Playing in Mud
Art at the Main presents “Artist Playing in Mud,” clay sculptures by Brent Hale. An artists’ reception will be held Aug. 17, 6-9 p.m.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 6p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 1 p.m.- 5p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 7p.m.
Where • Salt Lake City Public Library - Main, 210 E. 400 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free;
Architecture Tours of Rio Tinto Center
Explore the Rio Tinto Center’s unique design, materials, green features and public art on a guided architecture tour.
When • Sunday, Sept. 2 from 1:30 p.m.- 2:30p.m.
Where • Natural History Museum of Utah - Rio Tinto Center, 301 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $9.00; *nhmu.utah.edu/visit/hours
Saturday’s Voyeur 2012
Saturday’s Voyeur is Salt Lake Acting Company’s only cabaret show of the season. Additional seating with tables is added to create a cabaret-style atmosphere.
When • Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 at 1 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 at 1 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 at 6 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 at 6 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Salt Lake Acting Company, 168 W. 500 North, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $40-$55;www.saltlakeactingcompany.org/attend/buy-tickets
Improving Birth Rally
Advocates for natural birth will raise awareness about unnecessary cesarean section and induction rates.
When • Monday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m.- 12p.m.
Where • St. Mark’s Hospital, North Medical Building, 1200 E. 3900 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Park City Library Used Book Sale
Park City Library will hold its annual used book sale over the Labor Day weekend.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1 from 9 a.m.- 3p.m., Sunday, Sept. 2 from 10 a.m.- 2p.m., Monday, Sept. 3 from 11 a.m.- 2p.m.
Where • Park City Library Center, 1255 Park Ave., Park City
Tickets • Free
Labor Day Luau
Thanksgiving Point will host the annual Labor Day Luau, an outdoor event set against the backdrop of the largest man-made waterfall in the western hemisphere, and will kick off with a Polynesian-style dinner served at 5 p.m., followed by a Keiki fashion show at 6 p.m., Samoan fire performances and cooking demonstrations at 6:30 p.m. and an authentic luau at 7 p.m.
When • Monday, Sept. 3 from 5 p.m.- 8:30p.m.
Where • Thanksgiving Point Gardens, 3900 N. Garden Drive, Lehi
Tickets • $18.00; *$21 at the door; $16 at the door for kids;
Murray Arts in the Park Evening Series - Murray Acoustic Music Festival
The Murray Acoustic Music Festival features Jen Hajj (original songwriter), Otter Creek Duo (Americana and Folk duo), and CrossStrung (bluegrass and celtic). Visit bit.ly/JVd4z8 for more information.
When • Monday, Sept. 3 at 6 p.m.
Where • Murray Park Amphitheater, 495 E. 5300 South (Parkside Lane), Murray
Tickets • $5.00; bit.ly/JVd4z8
Salt Lake City Mission Labor Day Picnic
The Salt Lake City Mission will provide a picnic to the poor and destitute. The menu includes hot dogs, baked beans and fruit. Clothing and personal care items will also be distributed. The mission is asking for donations up through the event. For more information, go to www.saltlakecitymission.org.
When • Monday, Sept. 3 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where • Pioneer Park, the corner of 300 S. 400 West in Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Park City’s Miner’s Day and Labor Day Celebration
Festivities include a pancake breakfast at 7 a.m., the parade at 11 a.m. and food and booths until 5 p.m. For more information, go to www.parkcityrotary.com.
When • Monday, Sept. 3 from7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where • Historic Main Street in Park City
Tickets • Free
MUSIC • Listings by David Burger
Salt Lake City Jazz Festival
The city’s annual festival moves to the Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day weekend. Go to www.slcjazzfestival.org for the full times and lineups.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 2, 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where • Saturday: Gardner Hall, 1375 Presidents Circle, University of Utah campus, Salt Lake City; Sunday: Gallivan Center, 239 S. Main St., Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free on Saturday; $16 on Sunday.
Rosanne Cash
Country rock legend Rosanne Cash possesses a gift for artfully blurring the genres of country, rock, roots and pop; her appeal reaches a variety of music fans with a signature sound all her own.
When • Friday, Aug. 31, at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Ed Kenley Centennial Amphitheater, 405 N. Wasatch Drive, Layton
Tickets • $26 at davisarts.com
Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers
By any standard, three-time Grammy Award winner Bruce Hornsby has built one of the most diverse careers in contemporary music. That’s just the way it is.
When • Friday, Aug. 31, at 8 p.m.
Where • Sandy Amphitheater, 9400 S. 1300 East, Sandy
Tickets • $25 at SmithsTix
Sugarland
Sugarland’s “In Your Hands” Tour 2012 will feature guests Lauren Alaina and Canaan Smith.
When • Saturday, Sept. 1, at 7 p.m.
Where • USANA Amphitheatre, 5150 S. 6055 West, West Valley City
Tickets • $30-$61 at SmithsTix
Stolen Babies
Self-described “prog-pop-cabaret-thrashquirky-goth-rock” group Stolen Babies perform.
When • Sunday, Sept. 2, at 8 p.m.
Where • Metro Bar, 540 W. 200 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $12 at SmithsTix
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
Growing up in New Orleans, Trombone Shorty was participating in brass band parades as a child, carrying his trombone even before his arms were long enough to reach all the positions on the slide. 2010 was a breakout year for him, with the release of his major label debut “Backatown,” which hit Billboard magazine’s Contemporary Jazz chart at No. 1 and stayed there for nine consecutive weeks. Stone Foxes open.
When • Sunday, Sept. 2, at 7 p.m.
Where • Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $30 for Garden members, $35 for others, at redbuttegarden.org
Air Supply
Still inspiring waves of romantic frenzy across the globe three decades after their debut hit single “Lost in Love,” Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock of Air Supply have been caught in a joyful musical whirlwind these past few years, keeping a diverse international schedule.
When • Monday, Sept. 3, at 7:30 p.m.
Where • Ed Kenley Centennial Amphitheater, 405 N. Wasatch Drive, Layton
Tickets • $29 at davisarts.com
Starship
Classic-rock group Starship makes a landing at the SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre and will bring a sound that takes its roots from rock royalty of the 1970s and the singability of its iconic hits from the 1980s.
When • Monday, Sept. 3, at 8 p.m.
Where • SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre, 699 S. State St., Orem
Tickets • $12-$20 at www.scera.org
MOVIES • Listings and reviews by Sean P. Means
Labor Day weekend is traditionally one of the weakest in terms of movie releases, with Hollywood assuming that most people want to catch one more weekend of outdoor activity before the summer’s end.
The only studio film opening today is “The Possession,” a Jewish take on “The Exorcist” that was not screened for Utah critics. Meanwhile, Disney is using the three-day weekend to bring both “The Avengers” and “Brave” back to more theaters for another dip at the box office.
The art-house slate is fairly full this weekend. The best of that lot is “Celeste & Jesse Forever,” a smart, thoughtful and funny romantic comedy starring Rashida Jones (who co-wrote it) and Andy Samberg as a separated couple who can’t quite get the “separated” part right. They still hang out together, raising questions about whether they should stay married. But then Jesse makes a bombshell announcement, leaving Celeste adrift in the dating world. Jones creates a strong character for herself, a tough cookie crumbling as she realizes that being the smartest person in the room can be lonely.
“Robot & Frank,” which was the Salt Lake City opening film at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, is whimsical almost to a fault. It centers on a retiree (Frank Langella) in the early stages of Alzheimer’s. His son (James Marsden) buys him a helper robot (this is the near future), who goes from tending to Frank’s medications to becoming his accomplice when Frank decides to take up his old job -- as a jewel thief. The sentimental story is bolstered by Langella’s sharp performance, and by the realistic depiction of the robot (by dance Rachael Ma and voice actor Peter Sarsgaard).
“Killer Joe” is a tough movie to watch, an NC-17 wallow in brutal violence, rough sexuality and a distasteful set of white-trash characters plotting a murder. The movie reteams director William Friedkin (“The Exorcist”) and playwright Tracy Letts, who worked together on the claustrophobic thriller “Bug”.” This movie isn’t nearly as interesting, but what’s good about it is Matthew McConaughey, giving a fiercely controlled performance as a cop-turned-contract killer.
Over at the Cinemark 24 at Jordan Landing, there’s a cool little ghost story, “The Awakening.” It’s set in England 1921, and centers on a debunker of the supernatural (played by Rebecca Hall) who’s called in to investigate a boarding school where something’s going bump in the night. This one has some chilling atmospherics that almost compensate for an ending that falls apart.
There also are two holdovers that opened Wednesday: The engrossing gangster drama “Lawless,” and the awful kiddie movie “The Oogieloves in the Big Balloon Adventure.”
TV
In the midseason finale of Breaking Bad (Sunday, 8, 9:35 and 11:40 p.m., AMC), Walt takes care of loose ends and makes a dangerous decision.
The annoying news is that AMC is splitting the final season in half. After Sunday’s episode, we’ll have to wait until the summer of 2013 for the final eight episodes.
Friday on TV ...
College football: Boise State at Michigan State (6 p.m., ESPN); San Jose State at Stanford (8 p.m., P12N);
America’s Next Top Model (7 p.m., CW/Ch. 30): The contestants pose for celebrity photographer Shenae Grimes.
Dark Secrets of the Lusitania (7 and 10 p.m., NGC): A new expedition to the torpedoed ocean liner looks for answers about what happened and why.
Great Performances (8 p.m., PBS/Ch. 7): The Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert features the Vienna Ballet and a program of Tchaikovsky, Mussorgsky and Richard Strauss.
A Chance to Dance (8 and 9 p.m., Ovation): The top 24 dancers go to New York, where they get a big surprise.
Lost Girl (8 and 10 p.m., Syfy): The Ash takes action against a threat.
Boss (11 p.m., Starz): Kane’s infatuation with Mona cause him to get swept up in the redevelopment project.
Saturday on TV ...
Women’s soccer (12:30 p.m., NBC/Ch. 5): An international friendly — USA vs. Costa Rica
High school football: East vs. Junipero Serra (1:30 p.m., Ch. 14); Jordan vs. Long Beach Polytechnic (4:30 p.m., Ch. 14)
College football: Nevada at Cal (1 p.m., P12N); Colorado State at Colorado (2 p.m., FX); Auburn vs. Clemson (5 p.m., ESPN); Hawaii at USC (5:30 p.m., Fox/Ch. 13); Alabama vs. Michigan (6 p.m., ABC/Ch. 4); San Diego State at Washington (8:30 p.m., P12N)
MLS (7 p.m., Ch. 30): D.C. United at Real Salt Lake
Doctor Who (7 and 10 p.m., BBC America): The Doctor and the Ponds must escape from a planetary prison.
Saving Hope (8 p.m., NBC/Ch. 5): Charlie must come to terms with his past before he can wake up from his coma.
Sunday on TV ...
Big Brother (7 p.m., CBS/Ch. 2): The contestants who may be evicted are chosen.
Hell on Wheels (7 and 10:40 p.m., AMC): Tragedy strikes.
Leverage (7 and 8 p.m., TNT): The team tries to get to a Wall Street fraud who is safe from prosecution.
Copper (8 and 11 p.m., BBC America): Racial tensions explode when a man is lynched.
Weeds (11 p.m., Showtime): Nancy goes on a date with Rabbi Dave.
— Scott D. Pierce
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