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    COMEDY HYPNOTIST VINCENT LORDS This show begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Murray Super Theater, 5000 S. State St. For information, call 801-716-5222 or visit www.themurraysupertheater.com.
   
    INTERMOUNTAIN ACOUSTIC MUSIC ASSOCIATION CONCERT May is Bluegrass Month and a concert featuring the Stormy Mountain Boys and the Lab Dogs is at 7:30 p.m. at South Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, 6876 S. Highland Dr. Cost is $10 at the door. Coolers are welcome. For information, call 801-278-0332.
   
    MOUNT OLYMPUS SENIOR CENTER Sign up by today for Monday's birthday and Cinco de Mayo celebration. A yoga class is at 9:30 a.m. Lunch is at the center, located at 1635 E. Murray Holladay Road. For information, call 801-274-1710.
   
    SCHOOL OF ROCK SPRING SHOW The School of Rock Spring Show is at 7 p.m. at The Circuit, 7711 S. 700 West. Admission is $7 in advance or $10 at the door. For information, visit www.thecircuitvenue.com.
   
    TAI CHI AND WING CHUN KUNG-FU Red Lotus School of Movement offers two free demonstration classes at 740 S. 300 West. Tai Chi is from 7 to 8 p.m. today and Wing Chun is from 9 to 10:15 a.m. Saturday. Fifteen-week sessions start next week. For information, call 801-355-6375 or visit www.redlotusschool.com.
   
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    KENOSIS SPIRIT KEEPERS/SALT LAKE QUAKERS "Andean Mysticism and Healing the Planet" by Dr. Oakley Gordon is a fundraiser for the Kenosis Spirit Keepers from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Quaker Meeting House, 171 E. 4800 South. There will be refreshments and live Peruvian music. For information, call 801-484-2795 or visit www.kenosisspiritkeepers.com.
   
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    DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP Recovery, Inc. hosts a free weekly depression support group from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Saturdays at the Smith Library, 810 E. 3300 South. For information, call 801-966-5991.
   
    BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS Pets can be blessed at 10 a.m. at Christ United Methodist Church, 2375 E. 3300 South. For information, call 801-486-5473 or visit www.christumcutah.net.
   
    LETTERS ABOUT LITERATURE AWARD CEREMONY This national reading/writing contest invites readers in grades four-12 to write a personal letter to an author explaining how the author's work changed the student's way of thinking from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd. For information, visit www.slco.lib.ut.us.
   
    DIA DE LOS NINOS/CHILDREN'S DAY The Salt Lake County Library presents a celebration of children, books, dance, puppets, crafts, culture and reading from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South. For information, call Rosemary at 801-944-7550.
   
    HOLLADAY BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Adults will discuss Breakfast with Buddha by Roland Merullo at 10 a.m. at Holladay Library, located at 2150 E. Murray-Holladay Road. For information, call 801-943-4636.
   
    ''WALK NOW FOR AUTISM'' The community is invited for this walk that begins with an opening ceremony at 10:15 a.m. and the walk at about 10:30 a.m. at Cottonwood High School, 5715 S. 1300 East. This noncompetitive walk consists of three laps around Cottonwood High School's campus, with multiple turnout areas. The entire route is flat and wheelchair and stroller friendly. Registration and a resource fair begins at 9 a.m. For information, visit http://www.walknowforautism.org.
   
    GENESIS RELIEF SOCIETY WOMEN'S CONFERENCE This conference begins at 10 a.m. in the chapel at 6710 S. 1300 East. The Genesis Group was established in 1971 as a way for African-American members or nonmembers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to meet, discuss and listen to guest speakers or singers. For information, call 801-509-4391 or visit www.ldsgenesisgroup.org.
   
    21ST CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION IN MIDVALE The parade leaves at 11 a.m. from the corner of Main and Center streets. An opening ceremony is at 11:45 a.m. at Midvale City Park, 445 W. 7500 South. Grand Marshals are Big Buddha from Fox 13 and Jose Rivera from Spanish-language radio station 1640 AM. There will be dancing, entertainment, a mariachi band, various ethnic and Mexican foods, a color guard and from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Los Miler will perform. For information, call 801-867-8006 or visit www.midvalecincodemayo.com.
   
    AUTHOR TALK: SARAH O'LEARY BURNINGHAM Author of How to Raise Your Parents: A Teen Girl's Survival Guide, O'Leary Burningham will discuss her book for mothers and their daughters 12 and older at 11 a.m. at East Millcreek Library, located at 2266 E. Evergreen Ave. (3435 South). The event is free and open to the public. For information, call 801-946-4636.
   
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    THE GENESIS GROUP A touching tribute to mothers is at 7 p.m. in the chapel at 6710 S. 1300 East. The Genesis Group was established in 1971 as a way for African-American members or non-members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to meet, discuss and listen to guest speakers or singers. For information, call 801-509-4391 or visit www.ldsgenesisgroup.org.
   
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    DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP Recovery, Inc. hosts a free weekly depression support group from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. each Monday at Valley Mental Health, 7434 S. State St. For information, call 801-966-5991.
   
    SUPERCHICK, DISCIPLE, KJ-52, BRITT NICOLE AND STARLIT PLATOON These bands and singers will play Christian rock at 7 p.m. at Calvary Chapel of Salt Lake, 460 W. Century Dr. (4350 South). Tickets are $18 in advance or $20 at the door. Reduced-rate group tickets are available. For information, call TicketsWest at 1-800-325-SEAT or visit www.ticketswest.com.
   
    MOUNT OLYMPUS SENIOR CENTER May birthdays will be celebrated with cake and pictures to be taken at 11:30 a.m. today. A Cinco de Mayo celebration will take place at the center, located at 1635 E. Murray-Holladay Road. For information, call 801-274-1710.
   
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    TUESDAY HULA CLASSES/UKULELE CLASSES Richard Peters teaches hula classes from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for men, children and youth. Women's classes are from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at The Hawaiian Cultural Center, 741 W. Smelter St. (7200 South), Midvale. There is a fee for hula classes. Classes for beginning ukulele are from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and advanced ukulele is from 7-8:30 p.m. For information, call 801-562-5642.
   
    MOUNT OLYMPUS SENIOR CENTER Seniors can bring their broken eyeglasses to be repaired at 1 p.m. today. A Defensive Driving class is from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. today for $10. The center is at 1635 E. Murray-Holladay Road. For information, call 801-274-1710.
   
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    ''MAN TO MAN'' PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP A free educational support group for men and their families meets from 7 to 9 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the American Cancer Society building, 941 E. 3300 South. For information, call 801-483-1500.
   
    BELLY DANCING Lady Ellen teaches belly dancing classes on Wednesdays from 7-8:30 p.m. for $10 a class at the Academy of Performing Arts, 3188 S. 400 East. Drop-ins are welcome. For information, call 801-486-2728 or visit www.academyofpa.org.
   
    MURRAY SUPER THEATER On Wednesdays, this non-smoking, no alcohol, dance club hosts "Boot Boogie" with country music starting at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $7. Other events include the "Legends of Country Music" at 7:30 p.m. each Wednesday and admission charges vary. The theater is at 5000 S. State St. For information, call 801-716-5222 or visit www.themurraysupertheater.com
   
    "THE PUBLISHING GAME MADE EASY" Ken Rand will share tips from his years as an author at 7 p.m. at the Tyler Library, 8041 S. Wood St. (55 West). For information, call 801-944-7641.
   
    CUPID SPEED DATING Single professionals, ages 35-55, are invited to this event at 6:30 p.m. at the Murray Arts Centre, 4868 S. State St. Cost is $35. For information and to register, visit www.cupid.com/predating or call 1-877-477-3328.
   
    MURRAY HIGH ONE-ACT PLAYS Plays begin at 7 p.m. today and Thursday in the Little Theater at Murray High School, 5440 S. State St. For information, call 801-264-2614.
   
    MOUNT OLYMPUS SENIOR CENTER Golf at the Meadowbrook Golf Course is every Wednesday until the end of September. The fee is $6 and can be paid at the center. Please congregate at the course at 8 a.m. Wednesdays. Seniors will be treated to a spring concert by the first grade class of Roosevelt Elementary School at 11:30 a.m. today. Mount Olympus Senior Center is at 1635 E. Murray-Holladay Road. For information, call 801-274-1710.
   
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    PAT'S BBQ Acoustic Open Microphone Night is from 7-9 p.m. at Pat's BBQ, 155 W. Commonwealth Ave. (2120 South), an all-ages venue. For information, call 801-484-5963 or visit www.patsbbq.com.
   
    SOCIAL DANCES Social dancing is from 7-10 p.m. each Thursday at Murray Heritage Senior Recreation Center, 10 E. 6150 South. Cost is $4 per person. A dance visit to the center is free. Refreshments and door prizes will be provided. For information, call 801-284-4240.
   
    MOUNT OLYMPUS SENIOR CENTER An asthma class is at 10 a.m. and a demonstration by PACE (People with Arthritis Can Exercise) is at 11:45 a.m. today at the center, 1635 E. Murray Holladay Road. Call to sign up. For information, call 801-274-1710.
   
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    MOUNT OLYMPUS SENIOR CENTER A Mother's Day Party is at 11:30 a.m. with gifts for the ladies and entertainment by Henry Chandra at the center, 1635 E. Murray Holladay Road. For information on openings, call 801-274-1710.
   
    STAR PARTIES The Salt Lake Astronomical Society hosts star parties from dusk to 11 p.m. at Harmon's Grocery, 3200 S. 1300 East and at the South Jordan Harmon's Grocery, 10507 S. Redwood Road. For information, call 435-882-1209 or visit www.slas.us.
   
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    SPASMODIC DYSPHONIA This support group meets at 7:30 p.m. the last Thursday of each month at 1222 E. 12300 South (Curves building in Draper). Visit www.utahspasmodic.org.
   
    NEWCOMERS CLUB "Connections for Singles" hosts a dinner at 6 p.m. today. Brunch is at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. "Stitch and Chat" is Tuesday. Newcomers is an organization that lends its support to the Salt Lake community, dinners, hikes, single get-togethers, trips, etc. for people new to the area. Nonmembers can attend three functions. Annual membership is $25 for anyone 18 and older. For information, call 801-261-5656 or visit www.newcomersclub.com.
   
    MOM'S CLUB Mom's Club is a nonreligious support group for all stay-at-home mothers that meets at 10 a.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at Liberty Park Foursquare Church, 662 E. 1300 South. For information, call 801-466-6801 or e-mail bonniekaykittrell@yahoo.com.
   
    WASATCH WOMEN'S SOCIAL CLUB For newcomers and established residents, meet new friends by attending activities such as Tuesday morning coffee, lunches, wine and cheese socials and more. Annual membership is $20. For information, call 801-733-1253 or visit www.newcomersclub.com.
   
    MOM'S TIME OUT This nonprofit group is for mothers new to Utah and are looking for others to meet with for coffee, park days, book clubs, children's outings and an occasional night out. For information, visit www.MomsTimeOut.org.
   
    SENIOR TOURS Upcoming senior tours include: June 16-19, Tuachan, four days/two shows ("Sound of Music" and "Les Miserables"), two breakfasts, a party with dinner and a trip to Las Vegas for $239 per person. For information, call Doreen at 801-685-6110.
   
   
    QUICK WITS IMPROVISATIONAL COMEDY Quick Wits, a show for all ages, is at 10 p.m. each Saturday at the Comedy Circuit, 7711 S. 700 West. Cost ranges from $6 to $8. For information, call 801-577-8323.
   
    FREE PREGNANCY CLASS Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant are encouraged to attend this class from 7 to 9 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. The class discusses pregnancy's stages, what to expect, nutrition, exercise and choices, at the Birth and Family Place, 2180 E. 4500 South, Suite 150. Must RSVP in advance, call 801-278-3102.
   
    SENIOR MEAL PROGRAM The Midvale Senior Center offers a continental breakfast and a noon lunch ($2) at 350 W. Park St. (7610 South), Midvale. Call 801-566-6590. The Murray-Heritage Senior Center has a noon lunch ($3) at 10 E. 6150 South (one block west of State St.). Reservations can be made 24 hours in advance. For information, call 801-264-2635.
   
    MURRAY LIBRARY STORYTIMES Toddler Time is 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; Preschool Time is 11 a.m. Tuesdays; Wiggle Worms is at noon Tuesdays and 11 a.m. Wednesdays; Jammy Time is 7 p.m. Tuesdays; Bouncing Babies is 10 a.m. Thursdays; Terrific Thursdays are at 11 a.m.; Fantastic Fridays are at 10:15 a.m. at the library, 166 E. 5300 South. Dates and times are subject to change. For information, call 801-264-2587 or visit www.murraylibrary.org.
   
    ''THE WIZARD OF ODD'' Performances for "The Wizard of Odd" run through June 7. Desert Star Theater is at 4861 S. State St. For information and tickets, call 801-266-2600 or visit www.desertstar.biz.
   
    SALT LAKE CHRONIC PAIN SUPPORT GROUP This group meets the second Monday from 7-9 p.m. at the Salt Lake County Office Building, North Building Room 3005, 2100 S. State St. For information, call Mardell at 801-278-7356.
   
    UNION TOASTMASTERS CLUB Toastmasters invites interested people to join the group and learn to speak comfortably in front of an audience and improve one's speaking skills in an informal and friendly atmosphere at 6:20 p.m. Thursdays at 716 E. 4500 South, Suite No. N26. For information, call Amy at 801-533-8375.
   
    MEN'S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP This group meets from 5-6:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month at the Utah Cancer Foundation, 3838 S. 700 East. Men with all types of cancer are welcome. For information, call 801-580-2499 or visit www.utahcancerfoundation.org.
   
    THE ORGANIZATION FOR FATIGUE & FIBROMYALGIA EDUCATION AND RESEARCH OFFER meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the Salt Lake County Complex North Building in the Council Chambers, 2001 S. State St. Parking is free in the northeast parking terrace. For information, call 801-328-8080 or visit www.offerutah.org.
   
    ANNUAL CHALK ART FESTIVAL To volunteer for the Utah Foster Care Foundation's annual Chalk Art Festival (held in June), call Deborah at 877-505-KIDS or e-mail deborah@utahfostercare.org.
   
    PARENT & TOT YOGA AND YOGA FOR KIDS Parents & Tots Yoga is at 11:45 a.m. on Tuesdays (began April 22). Yoga for Kids (ages 3-7 years) is from 3:30-4:15 p.m. Thursdays (began April 24) at the Yoga Center, 4689 S. Holladay Blvd. For cost and information, call 801-541-0090 or e-mail yogacenter@earthlink.net.
   
    WASATCH ACCORDION CLUB This club meets the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. with a Dutch Treat dinner or at 7 p.m. with a featured artist performance, at the Kowloon Cafe, 2055 W. 3500 South. The fee is free to members or $3 to nonmembers. An annual individual/family membership is $25. For information, call Dave at 801-485-5353.