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NANCY DREW BOOK CLUB The Nancy Drew Book Club will discuss The Mysterious Mannequin and The Crooked Bannister at 2:30 p.m. at the Beehive Tea Room, 12 W. Broadway St. (300 South). Tickets are $8 and include light refreshments. For information, call Sam Weller's Bookstore at 801-328-2586.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Friday activities include yoga, chess, table tennis, a wreath making class, NIA exercise, general exercise, a folk dancing class and live music with dancing at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER Activities include a healthy breakfast, a genealogy computer class, crochet, pinochle/bridge tournament and bingo at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
FRIDAY NITE FLICKS: ''THE MUPPET MOVIE'' The last free family movie is "The Muppet Movie" (G, 1979) at dusk (9 p.m.) at Lindsey Gardens, 9th Ave & M St. For information, visit www.slcityevents.com.
PIONEER HERITAGE DAYS AT THIS IS THE PLACE HERITAGE PARK Pioneer Heritage Days continue today and Saturday at This Is The Place Heritage Park, 2601 E. Sunnyside Ave. (800 South) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with music, food and family activities. Admission applies and ranges from $8 to $6. For information, visit www.thisistheplace.org.
PIONEER DAY CONCERT: MORMON TABERNACLE CHOIR & ORCHESTRA Guests include the entire Osmond family at 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday at the Conference Center. Seating is for those 8 and older. Free admission, however tickets are required by calling 801-570-0080.
DELEGATION OF YOUTH FROM MATSUMOTO An open house is at 2:30 p.m. in the lower Urban Room of the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, in conjunction with the "Ceremonies: A Tale of Sister Cities" exhibit. For information, visit www.leonardo.org or call the Center for Documentary Arts at 801-355-3903 or 801-694-1734 or visit www.cdautah.org.
"HOME FREE! TRAP EVENT" This three-day Trap Shoot Competition for participants 12 and older begins today through Sunday at the Great Salt Lake Gun Club/Lee Kay Center, 6000 W. 2100 South. Prizes include cash prizes, 4-wheelers, gift certificates and a free home (located in Tooele County). For information, visit www.homefreetrapevent.com.
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PAPER AIRPLANE CONTEST AND THERAPY DOGS: DAY-RIVERSIDE BRANCH LIBRARY EVENT(S) All ages are invited to compete in a city-wide Paper Airplane Contest with prizes given out to the winners in three age brackets at 11 a.m.; Children can read to therapy animals in a positive and non-threatening environment at 1 p.m. at the Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North. For information, call 801-594-8632.
DESERT TORTOISE MINIATURE ART HUNT IN AREA PUBLIC PARKS Ten brightly colored and hand-drawn miniature desert tortoise artworks will be hidden in the public parks of Salt Lake City starting today. For information and visual clues, details and pictures of the desert tortoises, visit www.williamhessian.com.
RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE, CAR WASH AND COOKOUT These events are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 203 S. 200 East. For information, call 801-328-8726.
MISS SAMOA USA PAGEANT This pageant is from 6 to 10 p.m. at Salt Lake Community College Grand Theater, 1575 S. State St. Tickets are $20. For information, call the box office at 801-957-3322 or visit www.misssamoausa.com.
MONET TO PICASSO FILM SERIES: "VINCENT AND THEO" This 1990 film begins at 1 p.m., followed by a film discussion by UMFA curator Donna Poulton at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Drive. Free. For information, call 801-581-6984.
"BUTTERFLY AND HUMMINGBIRD GARDENS" This event is from 10 a.m. to noon at Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way. Admission applies for non-members. For information, call 801-581-4747 or visit www.redbuttegarden.org.
GAME @ SWEET Teens 13 to 19 can play Guitar Hero or Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Sweet Library, 455 F St. For information, call 801-594-8651.
DELEGATION OF YOUTH FROM MATSUMOTO An open house is at 2:30 p.m. in the lower Urban Room of the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, in conjunction with the "Ceremonies: A Tale of Sister Cities" exhibit. For information, visit www.leonardo.org or call the Center for Documentary Arts at 801-355-3903 or 801-694-1734 or visit www.cdautah.org.
"HOME FREE! TRAP EVENT" This three-day Trap Shoot Competition for participants 12 and older begins today through Sunday at the Great Salt Lake Gun Club/Lee Kay Center, 6000 W. 2100 South. Prizes include cash prizes, 4-wheelers, gift certificates and a free home (located in Tooele County). For information, visit www.homefreetrapevent.com.
FARMERS MARKET The farmers market at Historic Pioneer Park, 300 W. 300 South, is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will feature weekly demonstrations such as today's "Sustainabilty Salon." For information, visit www.downtownslc.org.
MAIN LIBRARY EVENT(S) Dog Day Afternoons allow children to read to therapy animals from 1 to 3 p.m.; Eric Herman will entertain children with "Cool Bug Tunes for Kids" at 2 p.m.; Cinematic Saturdays allow teens to watch their favorite movies at 1 p.m. in the Canteena. The Main Library is at 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200 or visit www.slcpl.org.
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PEOPLE'S MARKET This outdoor farmer and artisan market is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays through Oct. 26 at the International Peace Gardens, 1000 S. 900 West. For information, visit www.slcpeoplesmarket.org.
MONET TO PICASSO MINI LECTURE Hear this free mini lecture at 3 p.m. before seeing the exhibit at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Drive. For information and to register, call 801-581-6984.
"NOTABLE WOMEN IN UTAH HISTORY" Paula Julander will speak on women's contributions in all facets of Utah politics at 10 a.m. at the First Unitarian Church, 569 S. 1300 East. Free. For information, call 801-582-8687, ext. 4.
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MONDAYS IN THE PARK CONCERT SCHEDULE Venezuela Cantando performs at 7 p.m. at the Chase Home Museum, in the middle of Liberty Park, 500 E. 1300 South. For information, call the Utah Arts Council at 801-533-5760.
''ADVENTURES OF POWER'' AND ''THE LOSS OF A WRESTLING MATCH" The 2008 Sundance Institute Outdoor Film Festival hosts these free films at sundown at the Gallivan Center, 239 S. Main St. There will be a different film each Monday through Aug. 25. For information, visit www.sundance.org/calendar.
BLUE DEVILS BLUES REVIEW Musicians are invited to play at 9:30 p.m. at The Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590.
ADULT TAP DANCE CLASSES This ongoing intermediate level dance class is taught by Debby Robertson on Mondays at Studio 600, 26 E. 600 South (between Main and State Streets). Cost is $12 for a single class or $66 for a six-class punch card. For information, call 801-595-1863, 801-680-3201 or e-mail dsrapotap@sisna.com.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Activities include pinochle, table tennis, exercise, Lunch and Learn, harmonica, dominoes, computer classes, line dancing, a video yoga and bingo at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For more information, call 801-538-2084.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER Karaoke is at 11:15 a.m. Activities include the barber, ceramics, exercise, line dancing and tap dancing practice at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
"YOU'RE BUGGING ME: CRAFTS WITH SIX LEGS" Children can make an insect hat and other insect-inspired crafts at 3 p.m. at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. For information, call 801-594-8623.
"BUGGED: IRRITATING TALES FROM OBEE CITY" The Starry-Eyed Puppets present insect tales at 7 p.m. at the Sweet Library, 455 F St. For information, call 801-594-8651.
BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES Zion Tribe performs reggae, funk and Afrobeat from 12:15 to 1 p.m. at Washington Square, 451 S. State St. Free daily concerts run through Aug. 29 at a different park each week. Daily drawings for a free lunch will take place immediately following each concert.
INTERMEZZO CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES "I Like Tchaik" will be performed at 7:30 p.m. in the Vieve Gore Concert Hall in the Emma Eccles Jones Conservatory at Westminster College, 1840 S. 1300 East. Tickets are $15 or $12 for seniors and free for students with current ID. For information, call 801-832-2457 or visit www.intermezzoconcerts.org.
MONDAY FAMILY NIGHT The Dionysios Dance Group performs from 6 to 8 p.m. at Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way. Free with admission. For information, call 801-581-4747 or visit www.redbuttegarden.org.
"BUGGED: IRRITATING TALES FROM OBEE CITY" The Starry-Eyed Puppets will tell insect tales at 7 p.m. at the Sweet Library, 455 F St. Free. For information, call 801-594-8651.
BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES Zion Tribe performs reggae, funk and Afrobeat from 12:15 to 1 p.m. at Washington Square, 451 S. State St. Free daily concerts run through Aug. 29 at a different park each week. Daily drawings for a free lunch will take place immediately following each concert.
INTERMEZZO CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES "I Like Tchaik" will be performed at 7:30 p.m. in the Vieve Gore Concert Hall in the Emma Eccles Jones Conservatory at Westminster College, 1840 S. 1300 East. Tickets are $15 or $12 for seniors and free for students with current ID. For information, call 801-832-2457 or visit www.intermezzoconcerts.org.
MONDAY FAMILY NIGHT The Dionysios Dance Group performs from 6 to 8 p.m. at Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way. Free with admission. For information, call 801-581-4747 or visit www.redbuttegarden.org.
"BUGGED: IRRITATING TALES FROM OBEE CITY" The Starry-Eyed Puppets will tell insect tales at 7 p.m. at the Sweet Library, 455 F St. Free. For information, call 801-594-8651.
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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.
MATINEE FILM CLASSICS Film classics will be shown at 1 p.m. each Tuesday through July at the Sweet Library, 455 F St. For information, call 801-594-8651 or visit www.slcpl.org.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Haircuts are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today for a suggested donation of $3. Activities include a Spanish class, video yoga, exercise to music, journaling, a writer's group, an international folk dancing class, computer classes and more at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER Activities include Name That Tune, an intermediate computer class, bingo, outreach, a pinochle tournament, ceramics, an open art class, a Music & Memories class, open exercise rooms and open billiards at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
CONCERTS IN THE PARK E11even will sing popular music of the past 60 years at 8 p.m. at Brigham Young Historic Park, on the southeast corner of State Street and North Temple Street. Seating is limited, chairs and blankets welcome. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be in the Assembly Hall. Free. Information, call 801-240-3323.
BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES Way Way East Bay performs from 12:15 to 1 p.m. at Washington Square, 451 S. State St. Daily drawings for a free lunch will take place immediately following each concert.
"SERIOUSLY SILLY STORIES" Wogiford P. Whizgiggle and his Performing Puppet Players will perform at 2 p.m. at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. Free. For information, call 801-524-8200.
''MEMORY, ALZHEIMER'S, DEMENTIA'' Improving brain health with proper nutrition is a free presentation at 7 p.m. at Dave's Health & Nutrition Store, 1108 E. 3300 South. Free. For information, call 801-483-9024.
PARTNERS IN THE PARK Partners in the Park invites families to interact with community members, the University of Utah and community organizations from 6 to 8 p.m. at West Point Park, 1100 N. 2000 West. Partners in the Park is sponsored by Rocky Mountain Power. For information, call Joel or Andrea at 801-972-3596 or visit www.partners.utah.edu.
HARDBOILED BOOKCLUB Sam Weller's and SLUG Magazine will discuss New York Trilogy by Paul Auster at 7 p.m. at Sam Weller's Bookstore, 254 S. Main St. The bookclub meets the last Tuesday of each month. For information, call 801-328-2586.
MEET THE COMPOSER SERIES: UTAH SYMPHONY & OPERA This week, the Main Library invites the public to hear three accomplished American composers who will give a free 90-minute lecture from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the library, 210 E. 400 South. Today's composer is Joan Tower, Thursday is Cameron Bossert and Aug. 1 is Jessie Montgomery. For a short bio on the composers and for information, visit www.slcpl.org.
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BOOKMAKING DROP-IN ACTIVITY Today is the last day for this activity, "Bridges Through Bookmaking," from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Share Space Storefront at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. No reservations required. For information, visit www.leonardo.org or call the Center for Documentary Arts at 801-355-3903 or 801-694-1734 or visit www.cdautah.org.
READ TO ME/I'LL READ TO YOU Children can have 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 Wednesdays from 7 to 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.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Activities include table tennis, an exercise program, computer classes, a healthy eating class, live music and dancing, chess, bingo, harmonica band practice, Armenian lace instruction and foot reflexology (by appointment) at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER Seniors will visit the Hawaiian Center at 10:30 a.m. today. Activities include harmonica, circuit training, ceramics, tap dance, Tai Chi and a sing-a-long. The center is at 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
"JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH" SCREENING This movie is at 7 p.m. at the Anderson-Foothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East. Free. For information, call 801-594-8611.
AUTHORS LIVE: NANCY HORAN Horan will discuss her book Loving Frank at 7 p.m. at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200.
CONCERTS BY THE CREEK SERIES Stonecircle, a Celtic fusion band, performs at 7:30 p.m. at the outdoor amphitheatre at the Anderson-Foothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East. Free. For information, call 801-594-8611.
BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES Kairo By Night performs Middle Eastern dance and music from 12:15 to 1 p.m. at Washington Square, 451 S. State St. Free daily concerts run through Aug. 29 at a different park each week. Daily drawings for a free lunch will take place immediately following each concert.
JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOP This free workshop is taught by Atsushi Yamamoto from 3 to 5 p.m. today in the Urban Room at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For information, visit www.leonardo.org or call the Center for Documentary Arts at 801-355-3903 or 801-694-1734 or visit www.cdautah.org.
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MEET THE COMPOSER SERIES: UTAH SYMPHONY & OPERA This week, the Main Library invites the public to hear accomplished American composers who will give a free 90-minute lecture from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the library, 210 E. 400 South. Today's composer is Cameron Bossert and Aug. 1 is Jessie Montgomery. For a short bio on the composers and for information, visit www.slcpl.org.
''CEREMONIES: A TALE OF SISTER CITIES'' EXHIBIT Today is the last day to view this exhibit in the Urban Room at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. The exhibit celebrates 50 years of friendship between Matsumoto, Japan and Salt Lake City. For information, call the Center for Documentary Arts at 801-355-3903 or 801-694-1734 or visit www.cdautah.org or visit www.leonardo.org.
PAT'S BBQ Acoustic Open Microphone Night is from 7 to 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.
STORYTIME IN THE PARK Librarians invite children to hear stories at 3 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 14 by the playground at Lindsey Gardens, 9th Ave. and M Street. For information, call 801-524-8200.
TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Massage therapy is at 9 a.m. for a suggested donation of $5. Other activities include oil painting, a blood pressure and blood sugar clinic, exercise, an arthritis class, table tennis, a chorus class, bridge and voice lessons by appointment at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER Activities include the walking group, karaoke, bingo, scrapbooking, Bunka handwork art class, Sit & Be Fit, open ceramics and the Tongan Group meeting at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
SOUNDS OF SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Throwing Randy performs at 7 p.m. at the Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East. For information, call 801-594-8640.
YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND WITH KELLER WILLIAMS The free Twilight concerts begin at 7 p.m. on Thursdays through Aug. 28 at the Gallivan Center, 239 S. Main St. For information and a line-up of summer concerts, visit www.slcgov.com.
BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES Bluegrass music from the Red Desert Ramblers is from 12:15 to 1 p.m. at Washington Square, 451 S. State St. Free. Daily drawings for a free lunch will take place immediately following each concert.
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MEET THE COMPOSER SERIES: UTAH SYMPHONY & OPERA Today's composer is Jessie Montgomery, who will give a free lecture from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For a short bio on Montgomery and for information, visit www.slcpl.org.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER Activities include a genealogy class on the computer, Friday Forum with a storyteller, exercise, crochet, bingo and a bridge or pinochle tournament at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES The Stacey Board Trio performs American folk tunes from 12:15 to 1 p.m. at Washington Square, 451 S. State St. Free. Daily drawings for a free lunch will take place immediately following each concert.
"GODFATHER OF THE BRIDE": HUNT MYSTERIES DINNER THEATER This comedy murder mystery starts at 7 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 110 W. 600 South. Admission is $42.50 for dinner, the show, gratuities and taxes; $37.50 for children 12 and younger; $5 discount via online. Accessible to those with disabilities. For information, visit www.huntmysteries.com or call W. Lee Hunt at 801-569-1482.
CONCERTS IN THE PARK The On the Air Band performs at 8 p.m. at Brigham Young Historic Park, on the southeast corner of State Street and North Temple Street. Seating is limited, chairs and blankets welcome. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be in the Assembly Hall. Free. Information, call 801-240-3323.
CITY LIBRARY FOUNDATION CENTER ORIENTATION The City Library Foundation Center has an orientation on print and electronic resources from 11 a.m. to noon on level three of the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. Free. For information, call 801-524-8200.
"JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH" SCREENING This free movie is at 2 p.m. at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200.
"YOU'RE BUGGING ME: CRAFTS WITH SIX LEGS" Children can make an insect hat and other insect-inspired crafts at 11 a.m. at the Sweet Library, 455 F St., or at 2 p.m. at the Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North. Free. For information, call 801-594-8651 or 801-594-8632.
BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF '78 REUNION The Brighton High School Class of 1978 holds its 30 year class reunion today at La Caille. For information and to register, visit www.brightonhighclassof78.com.
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ART EXHIBIT "This Is/Was Sugarhouse" is a photography exhibit by Susan Petheram from July 25 to Sept. 22 with a reception at 6 p.m. July 31 at the Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East. For information, call 801-594-8640.
3RD ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT The Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Utah Hispanic Business Leadership Foundation host this tournament Aug. 8 at the Old Mill Golf Course, 6080 Wasatch Blvd. A continental breakfast is at 6:30 a.m., shotgun start is at 7:30 a.m. and lunch is at noon. Individual rate is $100 and a foursome is $375. For additional information and rates, call 801-532-3308 or visit www.utahhcc.com.
FREE COLLEGE CLASSES: THE VENTURE COURSE IN HUMANITIES The Utah Humanities Council is now accepting applications for The Venture Course in the Humanities, a free eight-month college course for adults 18 and older living on low incomes. Students will study American history, literature, philosophy, art history and critical writing with college professors. Classes begin in September in Salt Lake City and Ogden. Tuition, books, on-site child care and bus cards are free. Applications will be taken until classes are full. For information, call the UHC at 801-359-9670 or visit www.utahhumanities.org/Venture.htm.
SUBMIT YOUR HIGH SCHOOL ART FOR AN AUGUST SHOW Sam Weller's Bookstore is seeking the best and worst high school art for their show in August. Entries are due by Aug. 9. E-mail images to Stephanie@samwellers.com, shari@samwellers.com or bring them to the bookstore, 254 S. Main St. For information, call 801-328-2586.
OFF-BROADWAY THEATER This play is based on the Grimm Brothers' fairy tale with performances at 7 p.m. (Aug. 9 and 16, 2 p.m. matinees) through Aug. 18 on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets range from $8 to $16. Laughing Stock collaborative improv comedy is at 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at the Off-Broadway Theater, 272 S. Main St. For information, call 801-355-4628 or visit www.theobt.com.
EXHIBITS/EVENTS AT THE UTAH MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY Exhibits include "Putting DNA to Work" through Oct. 12 and "Range Creek: An Anthropology of Place," an ongoing exhibit about Utah's Fremont tribes. Admission is $6 for adults and $3.50 for seniors and children 3 to 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 "Monet to Picasso" is an exhibit from the Cleveland Museum of Art that runs through Sept. 21. Ongoing exhibits include: "A Fragile Empire: Rome and Her Glass" through Aug. 3, 2009, "Africa: Arts of a Continent" and "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 The following are available: Wildlife Encounter Zone; Amazon Adventure ($2); The Wildlife Encounter Zone; the bird show Aviators: Superheroes of the Sky; Pelican Encounter; "Trainer Talks" at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Fridays and weekends. The aviary is at 589 E. 1300 South. Most events are free with admission. For information on feeding fish to the pelicans, admission, activities and more, call 801-596-8500 or visit www.tracyaviary.org.
WILLIAMS FINE ART Oil paintings and sculpture by Michael Coleman and sons, Morgan and Nick Coleman run through July 31 at the gallery, 200 E. South Temple St., Suite 100. Parking is on the south side of the building accessed from 200 East. Hours are noon-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For information, call 801-534-0331.
