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T O D A Y

SWING DANCING Swing dancing to big band music is every Friday night from 9 p.m. to midnight, with a free beginner lesson from 9 to 10 p.m., at the Golden Skillet, 9119 S. Monroe Plaza Way. Cover charge is $3. For information, visit The Utah Swing Dance Association at www.swingutah.com.

FARMERS' MARKET The market is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through October at 10200 S. State St. in the parking lot. For information, call 801-233-3010.

SAM PAYNE Payne is a popular Utah folksinger, storyteller and entertainer who will perform at 8 p.m. at the Sandy Amphitheater, 9400 S. 1300 East. Tickets are $15 for chair seating or $10 for lawn seating and may be purchased at Sandy City Hall or all SmithsTix locations. For information, visit www.sandyarts.com.

DRAPER SENIOR CENTER The Silverados entertain at 11 a.m. today. Other activities include blood pressure and sugar checks, cards and a walking healthy class at the center, 12350 S. 800 East. For information, call 801-572-6342.

SANDY SENIOR CENTER A Fall Risk Assessment will be conducted by Katie Boner at 9 a.m. today. The center is located at 9310 S. 1300 East. For information, call 801-551-3265.

CAREER EXPO This free event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and Saturday at the South Towne Expo Center, 9575 S. State St. For information, visit www.utahjobexpo.com.

NO GIRLS ALLOWED! Boys 7 to 11 are invited to share "snakes, snails and underwear tales" at 4 p.m. at the Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Road. For information, call 801-944-7648.

BLUFFDALE'S FIRST HOMETOWN RODEO The show begins at 6:30 p.m. today and Saturday at the Bluffdale City Arena, 14350 S. 2200 West. Tickets are $6 per person, $25 for a family of five and free to children 3 and younger. For information, visit www.bluffdale.com.

S A T U R D A Y

BEND-IN-THE-RIVER FALL PROJECT HOSTED BY THE LOWELL BENNION COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER Volunteers are invited for a service project to spruce up the urban natural area along the Jordan River from 9 a.m. to noon. A light breakfast will be provided. Bring tools and work gloves. Meet at the Bend-In-The-River Urban TreeHouse and Green Space, 1030 W. Fremont Ave. (1100 South). For information and to RSVP, call 801-587-9027 or visit www.bend-in-the-river.org.

UTAH ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION MEMORY WALK This event will raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's during a walk at 8:30 a.m. at Mount Olympus Senior Center, 1635 E. Murray-Holladay Road. For information, call 801-265-1944 or visit www.slcmemorywalk08.kintera.org.

MOVIE IN THE PARK: "LITTLE RASCALS" Bluffdale City hosts this free family film at dusk at Bluffdale City Park, 14350 S. 2200 West. For information, visit www.bluffdale.com.

BRIDAL EXTRAVAGANZA Everything needed for a wedding is on display from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at the South Towne Expo Center, 9575 S. State St. For information, visit www.utahbridalshows.com.

M O N D A Y

FAMILY NIGHT AT THE SKATE PARK Sandy City hosts a "Jurassic Family Skate" event from 6 to 8 p.m. at the skate park, 10140 S. 700 East. For information, visit www.sandy.utah.gov.

SANDY TALENT SHOWCASE Sandy's talented performers take to the stage at 7 p.m. at the Sandy Amphitheater, 9400 S. 1300 East. Free. For information, visit www.sandyarts.com.

TAKE HOME CRAFT Elementary school children can pick up and take home a craft during library hours today through Sept. 13 at the Herriman Library, 13198 S. 5600 West. For information, call 801-943-4636.

DRAPER SENIOR CENTER Coffee and Conversation is at 9 a.m. Monday through Friday. Activities include "Aging Gracefully" and Wii bowling at the center, 12350 S. 800 East. For information, call 801-572-6342.

SANDY SENIOR CENTER The AARP Safe Driving course is from noon to 4 p.m. today and Tuesday for $10. The center is at 9310 S. 1300 East. For information, call 801-551-3265.

MUSIC AT SOLID GROUND CAFE Colour Revolt, Atherton, Paul Jacobsen and The Madison Arm perform at 7 p.m. at 655 E. 9800 South. Tickets are $6 to $8. For information, visit www.myspace.com/sgcafe.

T U E S D A Y

SANDY SENIOR CENTER Sculptural pottery with Don Marr is at 1:30 p.m. today. The center is located at 9310 S. 1300 East. For information, call 801-551-3265.

DRAPER SENIOR CENTER An arthritis support group is at 10 a.m. today. Other activities include a sing-a-long, the Nines card game and exercise. The center is located at 12350 S. 800 East. For information, call 801-572-6342.

NO GIRLS ALLOWED! Boys 7 to 11 can explore books, goof around and eat treats at 7 p.m. at the South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Road. Monthly registration is required. For information, call 801-943-4636.

W E D N E S D A Y

DRAPER SENIOR CENTER "Maintain Your Brain" is a presentation at 9 a.m. today. Activities include puzzles, a computer class, bingo and exercise at the center, 12350 S. 800 East. For information, call 572-6342.

SANDY SENIOR CENTER Seniors are invited to bring old photographs and ask an expert if they can be restored at 1 p.m. at the center, 9310 S. 1300 East. For information, call 801-561-3265.

GREAT READS FOR GIRLS Girls 8 to 12 and their mothers or other caring adults are invited to join in a lively discussion about Nims Island by Wendy Orr and participate in fun activities at 7 p.m. at the Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way (1405 East). For information, call 801-943-4636.

T H U R S D A Y

GENTLE YOGA This slow and gentle form of exercise designed for older folks is at 6 p.m. every Thursday at Hilltop United Methodist Church (entrance is behind the building), 983 E. 10600 South. Cost is $20 a month, $50 for ten classes or $10 to drop-in. For information, call 801-558-0065 or e-mail medicinemom@q.com.

DRAPER SENIOR CENTER A diabetes support group is at 11 a.m. today. Activities include the Round Table discussion, exercise and the game Sequence at the center, 12350 S. 800 East. For information, call 572-6342.

SANDY SENIOR CENTER The "Strategies for Our Generation" Senior Conference is at 9:30 a.m. at the center, 9310 S. 1300 East. There will be breakout sessions, speakers and lunch for a suggested donation of $3. For information, call 801-551-3265.

DRAPER LIBRARY EVENT(S) Terrific Tuesdays feature activities and games for children in grades one through four at 4 p.m.; Cookies and Conversation is an adult book group that will discuss The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt's Darkest Journey by Candice Millard at 7 p.m. at the Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Road. For information, call 801-944-7648.

"SEARCHING INWARD-EXPLORING SPIRITUALITY" Adults can explore the first of three books, Left to Tell: Discovering God Amidst the Rwandan Holocaust by Immaculee Ilibagiza at 7 p.m. at the Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way (1405 East). For information, call 801-943-4636.

F R I D A Y

SANDY SENIOR CENTER Marion Mellenthin will give seniors ideas on how to prepare a meal with chicken and hamburger and Jackie Pierce will give tips on nutrition and how to save money on groceries at 9 a.m. today. The center is at 9310 S. 1300 East. For information, call 801-561-3265.

DRAPER SENIOR CENTER Activities include blood pressure and blood sugar checks, the game "Bunco," walking and cards at the center, 12350 S. 800 East. For information, call 801-572-6342.

MOVIE IN THE PARK: "NATIONAL TREASURE: BOOK OF SECRETS" Riverton City hosts this free family movie at dusk at Monarch Meadows Park, 5200 W. 13600 South. Blankets and treats welcome, no chairs please. For information, visit www.rivertoncity.com.

MUSIC AT SOLID GROUND CAFE The Heyday, Mesa Drive and Ask For The Future perform at 7 p.m. at 655 E. 9800 South. Tickets are $7. For information, visit www.myspace.com/sgcafe.

O N G O I N G

SANDY BUSINESS NETWORKING The Sandy Chamber of Commerce holds its luncheon at 11:30 a.m. each Friday in September at LaCosta, 816 East 9400 South. Participants are responsible for the cost of their meal. For more information, call Jevine at 801-566-0344 Ext. 103, Chris at 801-733-0920 or visit www.sandychamber.com.

SPASMODIC DYSPHONIA Meetings are at 6 p.m. the second Wednesday of every third month (Sept. 10) at the CAMT building at the University of Utah campus. For information, call Shirley at 801-541-8817.

NEWCOMERS CLUB Newcomers lends its support to the Salt Lake community through dinners, hikes, single get-togethers, trips and more for people new to the area. Non-members may attend three Newcomers' functions. Annual membership is $25. Must be older than 18. For information, call 801-261-5656 or visit www.newcomersclub.com.

WASATCH WOMEN'S SOCIAL CLUB Newcomers and established residents can 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 801-571-7585 or visit www.newcomersclub.com.

THE SANDY MUSEUM Exhibits about food, culture, origin and people of Sandy are on display from 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and from 1 to 4 p.m. or by appointment Saturdays at 8744 S. 150 East. The museum is free and handicapped accessible. For more information or to schedule a tour, call 801-566-0878 or Donna at 801-572-3492.

SANDY CITY COUNCIL MEETING From 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays at Sandy City Hall, 10000 Centennial Parkway. Agendas can be found at www.sandy.utah.gov. For more information, call 801-568-7100.

DRAPER CITY COUNCIL MEETING At 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 1020 E. Pioneer Road (12400 South). The study meetings are at 5:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays. For information, call 801-576-6500.

THE DRAPER HISTORICAL MUSEUM View the display of antique artifacts from early Draper settlers or search the library for ancestors, histories and photographs. The three volume People of Draper is available for $30. The museum is at 950 E. 12400 South. Hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays and open for tours. For information, call 801-495-3476

LA LECHE LEAGUE This group for women meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month to lend support and encouragement, and to share information about breast-feeding, at Community of Grace Presbyterian Church, 2015 E. Newcastle Drive (8890 South). Babies are welcome. For information, call Kathy at 801-942-0556 or visit www.lllusa.org/UT/Utah.html.

SENIOR BREAKFAST OR LUNCH Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance at the following centers: Draper Senior Center, 12350 S. 800 East, serves a continental breakfast at 9 a.m. and a noon lunch Monday through Friday. For information, call 801-572-6342. Suggested donation is $2 for seniors 60 and older, or $4 for all others. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday at the Sandy Senior Center, 9310 S. 1300 East for $2. For information, call 801-551-3265.

EPILEPSY SUPPORT GROUP This support group meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month in Sandy. For information, call Pat at 801-485-0490 or visit www.epilepsyut.org.

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 for coffee, park days, book clubs, children's outings and an occasional night out. For information, visit www.MomsTimeOut.org.

MOMS CLUB OF SANDY - SOUTH Geared towards moms with young children, this group meets for play dates, lunches, park days, hiking, field trips and more. For information, call Sheri at 801-419-9526.

MOMS CLUB OF SANDY - NORTH MOMS Club is a wonderful way to meet other moms and their children with park days, field trips, MOMS Night out and playgroups. Join the monthly meetings the last Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at Good Shepard Lutheran Church 8600 S. 700 East. For information e-mail momsclubsandyn@yahoo.com

SENIOR TOURS Tuachan for "Big River", Las Vegas and lodging at the Virgin River, Sept. 22-25, $159 per person. For more information, call Doreen at 801-685-6110.

''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.

UNION TOASTMASTERS CLUB Toastmasters invites interested people to join the group and learn to speak comfortably in front of an audience and improve their 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.

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