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SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER "Positive Aging" is at 11 a.m. today. Activities include exercise, ceramics, pinochle, bridge tournament and bingo at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Other activities include a Friday flick, yoga video, live music with dancing courtesy of the Fred Edwards Quartet, table tennis, bridge, wreath making, NIA and computer classes at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.
''CALL IT BUSINESS OR PLEASURE'' WORKSHOP Participants will learn type and typesetting and design choices in designing a business or calling card from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today and Saturday at the Book Arts Studio, Marriott Library, Level 1, University of Utah. Cost is $150 and a materials fee is $25. For information, call Amber at 801-585-9191 or e-mail amber.heaton@utah.edu.
TEMPLE SQUARE PERFORMANCES "Joseph Smith the Prophet" is a sacred oratorio at 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday in the Tabernacle on Temple Square. This event is open to those 8 and older. Tickets are free and required. For information, call 801-570-0080 or visit www.lds.org/events.
2ND ANNUAL UTAH HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CONVENTION Session topics, a cocktail reception and business awards is at the Little America Hotel, 500 S. Main St. For information on booth rental or attendance, call 801-532-3308 or e-mail info@utahhcc.com.
''THE CLEAN HOUSE'' The final performances are this weekend for this regional premiere by Sarah Ruhl at the Salt Lake Acting Company, 168 W. 500 North. Performances are at 8 p.m. today and Saturday; a Saturday matinee is at 2 p.m., followed by a post-play discussion, and at 2 and 7 p.m. Sunday. Tickets range from $13-$34. For information, call 801-363-7522 or visit www.saltlakeactingcompany.org.
BONSAI SHOW AND ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION A Bonsai show is from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today through Sunday; children can celebrate Arbor Day from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. today for free at Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way. Regular admission applies for non-members for the Bonsai show. For information, call 801-585-0556 or visit www.redbuttegarden.org.
"PARTY FOR RAPE RECOVERY" "pARTy for Rape Recovery" will include a silent and live auction, reception, elegant fare and drinks from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Emma Eccles Jones Conservatory at Westminster College, 1840 S. 1300 East. Tickets are $50. For information, call 801-467-7282 or visit www.saamutah2008.com.
''SORDID LIVES'' The Pygmalion Theatre Company debuts "Sordid Lives" at the Black Box Theatre, at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. Broadway St. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sunday matinees and at 3 p.m. May 10. Performances run through May 10. Tickets are $20 or $12 (student). For information, call 801-355-ARTS or visit www.pygmalionproductions.org.
''REWIND'' Ririe Woodbury Dance Company presents "Rewind" at 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday in the Jeanne Wagner Theater at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. Broadway St. Tickets are $30 per adult, $15 for students and seniors or $20 each per group of six or more. For tickets, call 801-355-ARTS. For information, call 801-297-4241 or visit www.ririewoodbury.com.
AFTER SCHOOL STORYTIME After-school students-there is something new every fourth Friday at 3 p.m. at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. Today, the theme is "Earth Day." For information, call 801-594-8623.
EARTH DAY CRAFTS All youth are invited to make crafts out of recycled materials in honor of Earth Day, at 3 p.m. at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. For information, call 801-594-8623.
NANCY TAKACS AND SANDY ANDERSON These poets will read from and sign from their books at 7 p.m. at Ken Sanders Rare Books, 268 S. 200 East. Free. For information, call 801-521-3819 or visit www.kensandersbooks.com.
DUANE STEVENS AND THE COCKTALES The music begins at 9:30 p.m. at The Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. Expect a cover charge for this private club. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com or www.myspace.com/zanzibarslc.
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FREE INTRO/BEGINNER YOGA CLASSES Kula Yoga Studio is offering free intro/beginner classes at 9:30 a.m. Saturdays and at 6 p.m. Mondays at 823 E. 400 South. Donations welcome. For information, call 801-521-5852 or visit www.kulastudio.com.
MAIN LIBRARY EVENT(S) "Dog Day Afternoons is a unique and fun way for children to read to therapy animals from 1-3 p.m.; Cinematic Saturdays for Teens is at 1 p.m.; Altered Books for Teens is about learning how to transform old books into works of art at this free workshop from 1-4 p.m. The Main Library is at 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200 or visit www.slcpl.org.
8TH ANNUAL FOURTH STREET CLINIC TRIATHLON & 5K Registration is at 7 a.m. for the relay/team triathlon and individual triathlon with the race beginning at 9 a.m. at the HPER complex at the University of Utah (adjacent to the Huntsman Center). The 5K will have registration at 10 a.m. with the race at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $50 for a relay-team triathlon, $35 for the individual triathlon and $20 for the 5K race. Proceeds benefit the Fourth Street Clinic, a nonprofit group for the homeless. For information and registration, visit http://4thstreettri.blogspot.com.
BREWS, BLUES AND BARBECUE Johnny & The Freewings perform from 7-9 p.m. at Pat's BBQ, 155 W. Commonwealth Ave. (2120 South), an all-ages venue. Cover charge is $5. For information, call 801-484-5963 or visit www.patsbbq.com.
EARTH DAY CRAFTS All youth are invited to make crafts out of recycled materials in honor of Earth Day, at 2 p.m. at the Sweet Library, 455 F St. For information, call 801-594-8651.
DAY-RIVERSIDE BRANCH LIBRARY EVENT(S) Dog Day Afternoons is a unique and fun way for children to read to therapy animals at 1 p.m.; youth are invited to make crafts out of recycled materials in honor of Earth Day, at 2 p.m. at the Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North. For information, call 801-594-8632.
QUEER PROM '08: THE ORIGIN OF LOVE Gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, transgendered and allied youth 14 to 20 can enjoy dancing and mingling from 8 p.m.-midnight at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. Cost is $5 in advance or $10 at the door. For information, visit the Utah Pride Center at 361 N. 300 West or visit www.utahpridecenter.org.
DIVORCE EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN The Third District Court has scheduled classes aimed for children ages 9-12 years old from 10 a.m.-noon at the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse, 450 S. State St. Parents must register their children by calling Alyssa at 801-578-3879 or e-mail alyssaw@email.utcourts.gov. No charge to attend. For information, visit www.utcourts.gov/specproj/dived.htm.
ZION TRIBE This longtime Utah band celebrates 21 years with a CD release party starting at 9:30 p.m. at The Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. Expect a cover charge for this private club. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com or www.myspace.com/zanzibarslc.
OLD TIME SQUARE & CONTRA DANCE A live caller and Loose Shoes is the band for this dance at 8 p.m. (instruction is at 7:30 p.m.) at the First Unitarian Church, 1300 E. 600 South. Suggested donation is $4. Musicians are welcome to sit in. For information, call 801-328-4742.
THE CROSSROADS DOLL, TEDDY BEAR SHOW AND SALE The day long show also features a "Dollie Restoration Clinic" from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Utah Fairpark Promontory Building, 1000 W. North Temple St. Admission is $6 per adult and free to children under age 12. For information, call Dorothy at 775-224-1884 or visit www.dolls4all.com.
4TH ANNUAL JAPAN FESTIVAL This festival featuring food, demonstrations and entertainment is from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Japantown Street, 100 South between 200 and 300 West. Free. For information, visit www.nihonmatsuri.org.
DAYS OF 47 ROYALTY PAGEANT Women will vie for 2008 Days of 47 royalty today from 2-4 p.m. for the preliminaries/judging. The pageant is from 6-8 p.m. with the queen and attendants chosen, in the Little Theater at the LDS Conference Center. Free and open to the public. For information, call Colette at 801-532-6479, ext. 203, or visit www.daysof47.com.
BIRDING AT RED BUTTE GARDEN Bring the binoculars for a morning bird walk from 9-11 a.m. at Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way. Regular admission applies for non-members. For information, call 801-585-0556 or visit www.redbuttegarden.org.
TRENTON LEE STEWART Stewart will read and sign his children's novel, The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey, at 3 p.m. at the King's English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East. For information, call 801-484-9100.
TEMPLE SQUARE PERFORMANCES The Northern Utah Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing is at 7:30 p.m. in the Assembly Hall on Temple Square. This event is open to ages 8 and older. For information, call 801-240-3323 or visit www.lds.org/events.
EARTH DAY AT HOGLE ZOO "Party for the Planet" is from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for all ages at the Hogle Zoo, 2600 E. Sunnyside Ave. Zoo admission applies. For information, call 801-584-1729 or visit www.hoglezoo.org,
THE WILDFLOWERS CONCERT Heart & Soul presents this family and friends bluegrass band performing at 7 p.m. at the Columbus Center, 2531 S. 400 East. Heart & Soul is a local non-profit that brings music and the arts to isolated people. Cost is $5 per person or $15 per family. For information, call 801-467-5499.
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ROCK BAND-XBOX 360 Rock Band Xbox 360 is on the 120-inch screen at 8 p.m. the Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. For information, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com.
"WILDFIRE IN THE WESTERN U.S.: PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE" The Forum for Questioning Minds present this discussion by Jeremy Bailey at 2 p.m. in the fourth floor conference room at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. Free and open to the public. For information, visit www.questioning-minds.org.
MADELEINE FESTIVAL: ''VIVALDI, VERDI & VAUGHAN WILLIAMS" The Cathedral Choir and Chamber Orchestra perform this free concert at 8 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 331 E. South Temple St. For information, call 801-328-8941 or visit www.saltlakecathedral.org/festival.php.
NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK April 27-May 3 is National Volunteer Week. If you would like to make a difference this week, call Salt Lake County Aging Services at 801-468-2490.
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MARCH OF DIMES BENEFIT CONCERT This fundraiser for the March of Dimes will feature musicians Marshall McDonald and Steven Sharp Nelson at 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 12 C St. Open to the public. In lieu of admission, please make a donation to marchforbabies.com. For information, call the the March of Dimes Utah Chapter, at 801-746-5540.
BLUE DEVILS BLUES REVIEW Musicians are invited to "bring their ax or their pipes" and join the jam on stage at 9:30 p.m. for a grooving gig at The Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590.
INTRO/BEGINNER YOGA CLASSES Kula Yoga Studio offers free intro/beginner classes at 6 p.m. Mondays at 823 E. 400 South. Donations welcome. For information, call 801-521-5852 or visit www.kulastudio.com.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER A "Transition" discussion is at 11 a.m. today. Other activities include the barber, ceramics, exercise, the drama group, line dancing and tap dancing practice at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Lunch & Learn hosts a different topic at 12:15 p.m. each Monday. Activities include a yoga video, line dancing, pinochle, exercise program with assistance from U of U Sports Science Students, harmonica lessons and bingo at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.
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DEPRESSION BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE OF SALT LAKE Depression Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) of Salt Lake hosts a peer-led confidential support group for adults with mood disorders 7-9 p.m. every Tuesday (until June 24) in conference room A at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-413-9967 or e-mail dbsa-saltlake@comcast.net.
BILINGUAL FAMILY STORYTIME Families can hear stories in English and Spanish at 11 a.m. Tuesdays at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. For information, call 801-594-8623.
HEALTHY EATING PROGRAM Salt Lake County Aging hosts this free six-week program from 10 a.m.-noon starting today through May 27 at the Liberty Senior Center, 251 E. 700 South. For information, call 801-468-2763.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER Activities include a pinochle tournament, ceramics, outreach, an open art class, open exercise rooms and open billiards at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Activities include Spanish, haircuts, exercise to music, journaling, a writers group, an international folk dancing class, computer classes and more at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.
FAMILY CONCERT WITH JIM GILL The Salt Lake County Library hosts this interactive sing-a-long and clap-a-long led by Jim Gill on banjo is at 7 p.m. at Wheeler Historic Farm, 6351 S. 900 East. Free. For information, call your local county library or visit www.slco.lib.ut.us.
"HOW-TO TUESDAYS" "How to Make Beads & Whimsical Items with Polymer Clay" is at 7 p.m. at the Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East. Free. For information, call 801-594-8640.
LIVE & LOCAL MUSIC The music begins at 9:30 p.m. at the Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com or www.myspace.com/zanzibarslc.
"EXCEPTIONAL TREES FOR THE UTAH LANDSCAPE" Dale Torgerson will talk trees from 6-8 p.m. at Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way. Cost is $40 for members and $45 for non-members. This workshop will be presented again May 6. For information and to register, call 801-581-8454 or visit www.redbuttegarden.org/classes.
JEFF STONE Stone will read and sign the latest installment in his children's series, The Five Ancestors, at 7 p.m. at the King's English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East. For information, call 801-484-9100.
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READ TO ME/I'LL READ TO YOU Children can choose a book for the librarian to read or have some one-on-one time with the librarian at 4 p.m. each Wednesday at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. For information, call 801-594-8623.
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.
WRITING COACHING This free service is provided by the Community Writing Center from 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the south end table at the Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East. Please bring something to work on. For information, call 801-944-7656.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE COLLECTION TOUR No preregistration is needed for this free 30-minute tour offered at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 1:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through April at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Drive. For information, call 801-581-7332 or visit www.umfa.utah.edu.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER A trip to Logan is from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. today. Activities include beginning computer, harmonica, circuit training, ceramics, tap dance, Tai Chi Chih and Vietnamese citizenship and ESL. The center is at 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Activities include an exercise program, bingo, computer classes, live music and dancing, table tennis, chess, harmonica band practice, Armenian lace instruction or foot reflexology (by appointment) at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.
DAY OF THE CHILD/DAY OF THE BOOK-DIA DE LOS NINOS/DIA DE LOS LIBROS This Latin American holiday will promote literacy with stories, songs and poems, at 11 a.m. at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West and at 3 p.m. at the Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East. Free. For information, call 801-594-8623 or 801-594-8640.
SENIOR CENTER BOOK GROUP Seniors will discuss Forever Ours: Real Stories of Immortality and Living From a Forensic Pathologist by Janis Amatuzio at 10:30 a.m. at the Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East. For information, call 801-944-7656.
BB BLUES The music begins at 9:30 p.m. at the Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com or www.myspace.com/zanzibarslc.
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WRITING COACHING This free service is provided by the Community Writing Center from 10:30 a.m.-noon Thursdays at the south end table at the Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East. Please bring something to work on. For information, call 801-944-7656.
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.
HEALTHY EATING PROGRAM Salt Lake County Aging hosts this free six-week program from 12:30-2:30 p.m. starting today through May 15 at the Sunday Anderson Westside Senior Center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-468-2763.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER "Healthy Eating" class is at 12:30 p.m. today. Activities include open ceramics, Bunka handiwork art, Sit & Be Fit, scrapbooking, bingo and Tongan ESL. The center is at 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
HAWK TALKS "Eagles" is a free presentation at 7 p.m. at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. For information, call 801-594-8623.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Manicures and pedicures are by appointment today. Activities include blood pressure and blood sugar clinic. exercise, arthritis class, table tennis, a chorus class, bridge, voice lessons, oil painting (twice a month, $4 a class) and massage therapy ($5) at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.
MAIN LIBRARY EVENT(S) The Stitch Effect (knitters, crocheters, etc.) is from 7-8:30 p.m. on level 4 by the fireplace; Choices: The Science in Society Dialogs series will discuss "Lotteries, Gambling and Luck" at 7 p.m. (note: activities such as dice-throwing and other games associated with randomness and chance is at 3:30 p.m.); Books To Die For is for mystery aficionados who will meet at 7 p.m. at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200.
BB'S BARRELHOUSE BLUES The music starts at 9:30 p.m. at the Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com or www.myspace.com/zanzibarslc.
HOW TO RAISE YOUR PARENTS: A TEEN GIRL'S SURVIVAL GUIDE Sarah O'Leary Burningham will read and sign her book at 7 p.m. at the King's English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East. For information, call 801-484-9100.
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SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER Activities include English for Chinese, crochet, open ceramics, pinochle and bridge tournament, exercise and bingo at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Activities include a Friday flick, NIA exercise, bridge, yoga video, live music with dancing, table tennis, bridge, wreath making, computer classes and live music and dancing at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.
''THE SOUND OF MUSIC'' This musical by the Phoenix Theatre Co. debuts at 7:30 p.m. today at The Academy of Performing Arts, 3188 S. 400 East. Performances run through May 24 with the following times: at 7:30 p.m., every Friday, Saturday and Monday; 2 p.m. matinees May 10 and May 24. For information, call 801-486-2728 or visit www.academyofpa.org.
CITY LIBRARY FOUNDATION CENTER ORIENTATION Business Services @ the Library present this orientation on how nonprofit organizations can seek grants and other resources from 11 a.m.-noon on Level 3 of the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. Free. For information, call 801-524-8200.
JESSICA DAY GEORGE George will read and sign Dragon Flight, her latest fantasy fiction for young readers, at 7 p.m. at the King's English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East. For information, call 801-484-9100.
"COME, BLESS THE LORD" The Hilltop Gospel Choir presents its fifth annual concert at 7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 12 C St. Free. For information, call Hilltop at 801-571-5777.
"BIG RIVER" The adventures of Huckleberry Finn play out in this musical debuting at 7:30 p.m. today (2 p.m. matinees May 10 and 17) at Salt Lake Community College Grand Theatre, 1575 S. State St. The musical runs through May 17. For tickets and information, call 801-957-3322 or visit www.slcc.edu/the-grand/boxoffice.
AMERICAN FRONTIER RENDEZVOUS Fur trappers, colonials, pioneers, Western federal military and Mormon Battalion interpreters are part of this authentic event from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today and May 3 at This Is The Place Heritage Park, 2601 E. Sunnyside Ave. Admission is $8 per adult or $5 for children under 12. Group rates are available. For information, call 801-582-1847 or visit www.thisistheplace.org.
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UTAH ARTIST HANDS "A Joyful Life" a collection of paintings from Willamarie is on exhibit through May 15 at UTah Artist Hands, 61 W. 100 South. For information, call 801-355-0206 or visit www.utahands.com.
KEN SANDERS RARE BOOKS ART EXHIBIT "Artist Signed: Affordable Art in Miniature, Autographed Postcards and Show Cards" is on display through Saturday at Ken Sanders Rare Books, 268 S. 200 East. For information, call 801-521-3819 or visit www.kensandersbooks.com.
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 Kowloon Cafe, 2055 W. 3500 South. The fee is free to members or $3 to non-members. An annual individual/family membership is $25. For information, call Dave at 801-485-5353.
ATELIER, 180 The month of April features painter Ike Bushman and new artist Joshua Luther at this gallery, 328 W. 200 South, No. 1. For information, call 801-897-6644.
MOMS CLUB This club for moms and children has daytime activities each week with a meeting at 10 a.m. the last Wednesday of every month at The Adventure Church, 662 E. 1300 South. For information, call Brittany at 801-485-1872 or visit http://momsclubsaltlake.tripod.com.
"THE COLORS OF SPRING" EXHIBIT On display from Sunday through May 18 is floral artwork by Gloria Montgomery at the visitor center at Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way. Regular garden admission applies. Members are free. For information, call 801-585-0556 or visit www.redbuttegarden.org.
THE MADELEINE CHOIR SCHOOL'S 12TH ANNUAL AUCTION "An Auction of Note Musicians through History" is the theme for this auction and dinner at 5:30 p.m. May 3 at the Wells Fargo Building, 23rd floor. For information, visit www.madeleinechoirschool.org.
LAUGHING STOCK (IMPROV COMEDY) Laughing Stock, collaborative improv comedy, is always at 10 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays at the Off-Broadway Theater, 272 S. Main St. For more information, call 801-355-4628 or visit www.theobt.com.
EXHIBITS/EVENTS AT THE UTAH MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY "Our National Wildlife Refuge System" runs through May 26 that will take into the country's 95 million acres of wildlife refuges as well as the animal and plan species. Other exhibits include "Range Creek: An Anthropology of Place" about Utah's Fremont tribes is an ongoing exhibit. Admission is $6/adults and $3.50/seniors and children (ages 3-12). The museum is located at 1390 E. Presidents Circle (200 South). For information, call 801-581-6927 or visit www.umnh.utah.edu.
UTAH MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS Ongoing exhibits include: "A Fragile Empire: Rome and Her Glass" through Aug. 3, 2009. "Africa: Arts of a Continent," "Journeys Through Asian Art." The museum is located at 410 Campus Center Drive on the University of Utah campus. For information, call 801-581-7332 or visit www.umfa.utah.edu.
TRACY AVIARY "Trainer Talks" are at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Fridays and weekends with trainers talking about their "star" birds. The aviary is at 589 E. 1300 South. Most events are free with admission. For information on bird shows, admission, activities and more, call 801-596-8500 or visit www.tracyaviary.org.
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.
PALMER'S GALLERY FINE ART Work by Jody Plant, Justin Wheatley and Monika Del Bosque are at 378 W. Broadway (300 South). This exhibit runs through May 9. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri. and from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. For information, call 801-359-4632.
NEWCOMERS CLUB "Connections for Singles" hosts a dinner at 6 p.m. May 2. RSVP to Lois at 801-355-5759. Sunday Brunch is at 10:30 a.m. May 4. RSVP to Rosemary at 801-566-5752. "Stitch & Chat" is May 6. Call JoAnn at 801-265-0658. Newcomers is a fun organization that lends its support to the Salt Lake community, dinners, hikes, single get-togethers, trips, etc. for people new to the area. Non-members may attend three Newcomers' functions. Annual membership is $25. Must be over age 18. For information, call 801-261-5656 or visit www.newcomersclub.com.
TEMPLE SQUARE ONGOING EVENTS Thirty-minute organ recitals are held at noon weekdays and Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Tabernacle. Mormon Tabernacle Choir rehearsals are open to the public at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, as is the "Music and the Spoken Word" featuring the choir at 9:30 a.m. Sundays, in the Tabernacle (must be seated by 9:15 a.m.). For information, call 801-570-0080 or visit www.lds.org/events. On exhibit at the Museum of Church History & Art, 45 N. West Temple St. is "I Am A Child of God" and the design and construction of the Tabernacle.
PALMER'S PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY AT TROLLEY SQUARE Steel, wood and stone works by Doug Adams is at 606 S. Trolley Square (700 East). The gallery features wild earth images. For information, call 801-532-6952.
THE PICKETT FAIRBANKS GALLERY "Plein Air Painting" are paintings by Dean Bradshaw with a reception from 6-9 p.m. April 18 39 N. I St. (corner of I Street and First Avenue with rear parking). This exhibit runs through June 18. Regular hours are Wed., Thurs. and Fri. noon-6 p.m. and Sat. noon-5 p.m. For information, call 801-363-7764 or www.pickettfairbanksart.com.
LAMB'S GRILL CAFE Enjoy live music with dinner, 6-9 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays. Mixed media by Darcy Matthews is on exhibit during April. The cafe is located at 169 S. Main St. For information, call 801-364-7166 or visit www.lambsgrill.com.
ALICE GALLERY "Masterpieces from the State Fine Art Collection" include work from Lee Greene Richards, H. Reuben Reynolds, etc., have been restored and will run through April at 617 E. South Temple St. (inside the Utah Arts Council). Hours are from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. For information, call 801-236-7555
HORNE FINE ART "YESTERYEAR: Phyllis F. Horne Paints Utah's Bygone Era" is from March 21 (a reception from 6-9 p.m.) through May 3 at 142 E. 800 South. Hours are from noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. For information, call 801-533-4200 or www.hornefineart.com.
BOOK BABY Caregivers and babies up to age 2 can experience Baby Book at the following libraries: 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Anderson-Foothill branch library, 1135 S. 2100 East; 10 a.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m. Thursdays at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South; and 10 a.m. Wednesdays at the Sweet branch, 455 F St. and at the Sprague branch, 2131 S. 1100 East. For information, call the Main Library at 801-524-8200.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Stories and merriment for preschoolers are at the following libraries: 11 a.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. Thursdays at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South; 11 a.m. Tuesdays or Thursdays at the Anderson-Foothill branch, 1135 S. 2100 East; 11 a.m. Wednesdays at the Sprague branch, 2131 S. 1100 East; and 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the Sweet branch, 455 F St. For information, call 801-524-8200.
SENIOR MEALS Senior meals are offered at these Salt Lake City-area senior centers: Tenth East Senior Center, 237 S. 1000 East, offers a daily continental breakfast at 8:30 a.m. (50 cents or more) and lunch at 11:45 a.m. Reservations for lunch must be made 24 hours in advance. Suggested donation of $2. For reservations, call 801-538-2084. The Columbus Senior Center, 2531 S. 400 East offers lunch. For information, call 801-412-3297. The Sunday Anderson Westside Senior Center, 868 W. 900 South, offers a hot breakfast from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and lunches for $2. For information, call 801-538-2092. The Northwest Senior Center, 1300 W. 300 North, has a noon lunch for $2. For information, call 801-596-0208.
GAME NIGHT GAMES Play board games free on Wednesdays. Friday/Saturday nights are open gaming nights (6 -11 p.m.) for $3. Monday is Family Night, meaning families play free for the first time anytime from 6:30 -9 p.m. Five dollars covers the entire family for the second visit and any subsequent visits at 2030 S. 900 East, Suite E. For information, call 801-467-2400 or visit www.gamenightgames.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.
CLARK PLANETARIUM "Mummies: Secrets of the Pharoahs" is currently showing. "The Human Body" is an educational film that runs through May 4, with a double promotion deal: $15 for this IMAX film and entry to "The Body" at the nearby Discovery Gateway. IMAX films, cosmic light and science shows and traveling exhibits can be found at 110 S. 400 West. For details, call 801-456-STAR (7827) or visit www.clarkplanetarium.org.
WASATCH WOMEN'S SOCIAL CLUB For newcomers and established residents, meet new friends by attending activities such as Tuesday morning coffee, lunches, wine & 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 moms who are new to Utah and its culture 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.
WEEKLY FOOSBALL TOURNAMENTS Events are scheduled at Lumpy's at 7 p.m. Tuesdays and 8 p.m. every other Saturday (April 26) at 145 W. Pierpont Ave., Salt Lake City. All skill levels are welcome. For information, visit www.netfoos.com/account/44/account_home.html or call Lorraine at 801-576-0931.
APRIL AND MAY COMPUTER CLASSES Register now for the following April or May classes: Reference USA/International (April 28); Job Search on the Web (April 30); Intro to the Internet: a 3-part course (May 5-7); Internet basics (May 6); Basic Mouse skills (May 9); Intro to PowerPoint: a two-part course (May 12 and 13); eBay Basics (May 14); Intro to Microsoft Word en Español (May 15); Intro to Microsoft Excel (May 16); Reference USA/International (May 19); Computer basics (May 20); Internet and E-mail basics en Español (May 21); Investment Sources on the Internet (May 21); Intro to Open Office Calc (May 22); Intro to Microsoft Word (May 23); Business Decision (May 28); Intro to E-mail (May 30) at the Main Library Technology Center, 210 E. 400 South. For more information, call 801-524-8290 or visit www.slcpl.org.
MAIN LIBRARY EXHIBITS/EVENTS The Glass Art Guild of Utah is displaying "warm glass" techniques from April 26 (a reception is at 4 p.m.) through May 31 in The Gallery at Library Square; "Kids for Clean Air" is artwork by 5th and 6th graders through June 13 in The Children's Gallery. The Main Library is at 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200.
DAY-RIVERSIDE BRANCH LIBRARY STORYTIMES Preschool storytime is at 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Book Baby storytime is at 10 a.m. Wednesdays at the library, 1575 W. 1000 North. For information, call 801-594-8632.
CHAPMAN BRANCH LIBRARY STORYTIMES Book Baby storytime is at 11 a.m. Mondays and preschool storytime is at 11 a.m. Fridays at the Chapman library branch, 577 S. 900 West. For information, call 801-594-8623.
PHILLIPS GALLERY Work by Tom Howard is on display through May 9 at 444 E. 200 South. Admission is always free. For information, call 801-364-8284 or visit www.phillips-gallery.com.
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.
''MAN TO MAN'' PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP A free educational support group for men and their families meets from 7-9 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the American Cancer Society building, 941 E. 3300 South. For information, call 801-483-1500.
MICHAEL BERRY GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING "Extremities" features work by Kindra Fehr at the gallery, 163 E. 300 South. The exhibit will run through May 10. For information, call 801-521-0243.
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.
SALT LAKE ART CENTER "Three Decades of Paintings" by Gaylen Hansen includes over 40 pieces of work featuring distorted comical settings with gigantic animals and insects and his alter ego, the Kernal, with Keith Wells through May 31 at 20 S. West Temple St. Free admission. For information, call 801-328-4201 or visit www.slartcenter.org.
CONTEMPORARY DESIGN & ART GALLERY "Thinking Surreal" is a contemporary surrealism exhibit for April featuring art by Alda, Michael Phipps, Asher Sedah and others at Contemporary Design & Art Gallery, 127 S. Main St. For information, call 801-809-6562 or 801-364-0200.
ART EXHIBIT "Travels on Canvas: Southern Utah & The World" by Peter Eckert runs through April 30 at the Sweet Library, 455 F St. For information, call 801-594-8651.
CENTRAL CITY RECREATION CENTER A variety of programs and recreation are geared towards kids at 615 S. 300 East. For information, call Maggie, Katelyn or Kim at 801-538-2062.
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.
''HARMONY: MIXED MEDIA'' This new exhibit by Mena Maniar is on display through April 30 at the Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East. For information, call 801-594-8640.
''HOLGA PHOTOGRAPHS & DESERT DECAY'' This new exhibit is on display through April 26 at the Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North. For information, call 801-594-8632.
DON BRADY DRIVE THRU GALLERY "Storm Comin" features an enormous installation by Elmer Presslee through mid-May at 1301 S. 2100 East. For information, call 801-582-4300.
COLUMBUS LIBRARY STORYTIME Combined storytime for ages 2 to 5, accompanied by an adult, is at 10:30 a.m. Fridays through April 25 at 2530 S. 500 East. Please register. For information, call 801-944-7656 or visit www.slco.lib.ut.us.
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.
ABILITY SCHOOL OF UTAH ART SHOW An art show and sale runs through April at the school, 1161 W. 2320 South. For information, call 801-908-7347.
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.
''HODGE AND PODGE'' Catherineann Nelson displays her work through May 17 at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. For information, call 801-594-8623.
CLIF BAR LAUNCHES FIRST COLLECTION PROGRAM CLIF BAR wants your used energy bar wrappers for the Wrapper Brigade, where they will donate 2 cents to charity for every wrapper collected and woven into material. For more information, visit www.clifbar.com.
