"HAUNTED DESERET" & "SLEEPY HOLLOW" "Haunted Deseret" is a guided tour of three decorated buildings to listen to ghostly stories, for adults and children over age 12, at 6:30 and 8 p.m. "Sleepy Hollow" is an audience participation of improv and a visit by a horseless rider, at 7 and 8:30 p.m. Both start today and run through Monday (no Sunday performance) at This Is The Place Heritage Park, 2601 Sunnyside Ave. Admission is $15/per person. Reservations required. For information, call 801-924-7510.

"A WACKY WITCH'S WEDDING" This Hunt comedy/murder mystery dinner show begins at 7 p.m. through Oct. 30 (no Sunday performances) at The Radisson Hotel, 215 W. South Temple St. Tickets are $30 by calling 801-569-1482 or visiting http://www.huntmysteries.com.

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL The City of South Salt Lake hosts a kids night of fun with costume contests, bounce houses, haunted houses, karaoke, games, storytelling, movies and games from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Columbus Center, 2531 South 400 East. For information, call 801-412-3217.

TEMPLE SQUARE PERFORMANCES The Church Relief Society Music Festival begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Assembly Hall on Temple Square. Concerts are for ages 8 and older. Free. For information, call 801-240-0080 or visit http://www.lds.org/events.

COOKING CLASS "Continental Steaks" is from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at HomeCooks Culinary Adventures, 2233 S. 300 East. Cost is $55. For information and to register, call Jim at 801-277-6380, 801-673-7478 or e-mail jim@homecooks.net.

BLUES, BREWS AND BARBECUE A Halloween Show by the Paul Green School of Rock is today and Saturday from 7 to 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.

ZOOSNOOZ: SPOOKY SLEEPOVER Grades 4 through 6, will learn about "the night creatures that we love to hate" from 6 p.m. today through 9 a.m. Saturday at Hogle Zoo, 2600 E. Sunnyside Ave. Breakfast and a light evening snack will be served. Advance registration is required. Cost is from $60 to $70. For information, call Linda at 801-584-1763.

SLC INK: ORIGINAL TATTOO ART EXHIBIT Utah Arts Alliance announces this tattoo exhibit opening today, with a reception from 6 to 10 p.m., at the Utah Arts Alliance gallery, 2191 S. 300 West, No. 1. The exhibit will run through Nov. 25. Regular gallery hours are from 5 to 8 p.m. Fridays and 2 to 8 p.m. Saturdays or by appointment. For information, call 801-651-3937.

"THE SECRET GARDEN" This classic story about an orphaned girl and magical hidden garden debuts at 7:30 p.m. today with performances until Nov. 11 at the Grand Theatre at Salt Lake Community College South Campus, 1575 S. State St. Tonight is Educators' Night. For information, visit http://www.slcc.edu/the-grand or call 801-957-3322.

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL: "LITERACY FOR HEALTHY SPIRITS" Begins at 6 p.m. today at the Indian Walk-In Center, 120 W. 1300 South. For information, call 801-486-4877 or 1-866-687-4942.

BOOK DISCUSSION POSTPONED till Nov. 10: No Shortcuts to the Top: Climbing the World's Highest Peaks by Ed Viesturs with David Roberts. Slide show begins at 7 p.m. at Highland High School, 2166 S. 1700 East. Tickets are $5 and are available at the door or at The King's English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East. For information, call 801-484-9100.

TRACY AVIARY PIRATE PORT PLAYS YouthCity and the Liberty Park Players present plays at 5:30 p.m. today. Children in costume get admitted free. For all others it's $1 with admission. The aviary is at 589 E. 1300 South. For information, call 801-596-8500 or visit http://www.tracyaviary.org.

DINOFEST! AND JURASSIC GARDEN AFTER DARK Final week. Dinofest features the work of Guy Darrough, who has created more than 30 life-size dinosaurs spread throughout the Red Butte Garden, until Tuesday. "Jurassic" is from 6 to 9 p.m. through Monday (no Sunday) with activities. The garden is at 300 Wakara Way. For cost and information, visit http://www.redbuttegarden.org or call 801-581-4747.

NINTH ANNUAL BOOK FESTIVAL The Utah Humanities Council hosts a diverse group of authors, seminars, presentations and hands-on activities for all ages through Saturday at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For information including schedule, visit http://www.utahhumanities.org.

TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Senior activities include poker, yoga, NIA exercise, bridge, live music and dancing and a 12:30 p.m. Friday Flick. The center is located at 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.

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UTAH MULTICULTURAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE Comunidades Unidas is organizing this conference for ages 16 to 30 today and Sunday at the Red Lion Hotel, 161 W. 600 South. For information, call René at 801-347-1700, David at 801-699-4461 or Sabrina at 801-842-2333.

TEMPLE SQUARE PERFORMANCES New Zealand pianist, Buz Bryant-Greene performs at 7:30 p.m. in the Assembly Hall on Temple Square. Concerts are for ages 8 and older. Free. For information, call 801-240-0080 or visit http://www.lds.org/events.

RED BUTTE GARDEN EVENTS "Discovery and Drama" is the theme for the children's drop-in class between 10 and 11:30 a.m. The garden is at 300 Wakara Way. For information, call 801-581-4747.

FESTIVALS OF THE MIDDLE EAST WORKSHOP Shows how Middle East celebrations are similar and different from the West, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Drive. Free but pre-registration is required. For information, call 801-581-5003.

TRACY AVIARY PIRATE PORT HARVEST FESTIVAL Scour the aviary as a pirate with a secret map, etc. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 589 E. 1300 South. For information, call 801-596-8500 or visit http://www.tracyaviary.org.

DOLL & TEDDY BEAR SHOW/SALE Is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at the Utah Fairgrounds, 1000 W. North Temple St. Admission is $6/adults, $5/seniors and free for children. Cameras welcome. For information, visit http://www.dolls4all.com.

MAIN LIBRARY EVENTS From 1 to 3 p.m., children may read to therapy animals; Meet Day of the Dead authors at 11 a.m.; and Haunted Tales (share horror stories) is from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Community Writing Center. The library is at 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200.

"GO WILD" MASQUERADE BALL This fund-raiser features live music, dancing and silent auction from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Women's Art Center, 345 S. Pierpont Ave. Cost is $15. For information, call 801-577-8367 or 801-521-4387 or visit http://www.womensartcenter.org.

H0GLE ZOO EVENTS Ages 6 to 12 will learn about animals that others consider bizarre - "Creepy & Crawly, Hideous & Gnarly" from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Advance registration is required and lunch is provided. Cost is from $30 to $35. For information, call Linda at 801-584-1763. "Boo at the Zoo" is for children under age 12 as they trick or treat and take a train ride (weather permitting), from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the zoo, 2600 E. Sunnyside Ave. Free with zoo admission. For information, call 801-584-1729 or visit http://www.hoglezoo.org.

MONSTER BLOCK PARTY A free, family friendly party. Trick or treating, contests and activities are from 4 to 6:30 p.m, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. is the movie, "Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein," with popcorn and cotton candy. At the Gallivan Center, 239 S. Main St. For information, visit http://www.slcgov.com/PublicServices/Gallivan/

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS WORKSHOP FOR ARTISTS Chez Artists host this professional workshop that allows artists to focus on their work, how to target audiences, time management and organizational strategies, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Art Barn, 1325 E. 100 South. Cost is $50. For information, call 801-652-9390 or visit http://www.chezartists.com.

GOCKS! Gocks are sock puppets for teens! Check it out from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Anderson-Foothill branch library, 1135 S. 2100 East. For information, call 801-594-8611.

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COOKING CLASS "Easy Enchiladas" is from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at HomeCooks Culinary Adventures, 2233 S. 300 East. Cost is $45. For information and to register, call Jim at 801-277-6380, 801-673-7478 or e-mail jim@homecooks.net.

TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Activities include line dancing, exercise, computer genealogy, yoga, harmonica and bingo. The center is located at 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.

COLUMBUS SENIOR CENTER Monday through Friday, billiards, NIA exercise classes and more. The center is located at 2531 S. 400 East. For information, call 801-412-3297.

HOW TO GET THE WORD OUT Part II of learning how to produce press releases and posters for the public, from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Library Square, 210 E. 400 South. Cost is $20 for the workshop. For information, call 801-524-8200.

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TRICK OR TREAT IN SUGAR HOUSE The Sugar House Merchants Association hosts a safe trick or treat in historic Sugar House from 4 to 6 p.m. Look for participating posters on approximately 45 doors. For information, call Barbara at 801-484-5259.

FALL SKI CONDITIONING The SLC Sports Complex hosts a conditioning class from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday through Nov. 10, consisting of running, jumping, bounding and core and upper body exercises to get in shape for the ski season. What you need: trail running shoes, cold weather clothing, water and something like a power bar for after the workout. Avoid wearing cotton. Meet outside at the west ball field at Sunnyside Park, 700 S. Guardsman Way (1580 East). Cost is $5. For information, call Eric at 801-809-6665 or e-mail ericdsell@yahoo.com.

TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER The Halloween buffet & party begins at 11:30 a.m. today ($2 for ages 60 and up). Other activities include NIA, writing, table tennis and bridge. The center is located at 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.

TRACY AVIARY AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM This program features "One Square Kilometer," for grades fourth to ninth as they study the geology, hydrology and more, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays until Dec. 21 at the aviary, 589 E. 1300 South. Free. For information, call 801-596-8500 or visit http://www.tracyaviary.org.

SWEET READS A review of new books and a show-and-tell is on tap at 2 p.m. at the Sweet library branch, 455 F St. For information, call 801-594-8651.

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PHYSICIANS LITERATURE & MEDICINE DISCUSSION Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro will be facilitated by Tess Jones at 6:30 p.m. in the Pugh Board Room (main floor) at LDS Hospital, 8th Ave and C St. A lite dinner will be served at 6:15 p.m. For information, call 801-408-1135.

COOKING CLASS "Ladle It Up" with Adalberto Diaz is from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Roth Concept Center, 1400 S. Foothill Drive, Suite 212. Cost is $25. For information and to RSVP, call 801-582-5552.

TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Activities include table tennis, chess, yoga, live music, dancing and harmonica lessons, at the center, 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.

SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT GROUP An ongoing, non-denominational program, "Open Door Night," is for single parents and their children. From 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. on Wednesdays through Nov. 29 at First Presbyterian Church, 12 C St. (South Temple and C streets). Free. For information, call 801-363-3889 or Chip at 801-554-7408.

SPEECH/LANGUAGE MILESTONES Information about developmental milestones is at 11:30 a.m. at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200.

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"AMERICA'S ARMY: REALITY VS. SIMULATION" This discussion is at noon and 4 p.m. in the auditorium at the Salt Lake Art Center, 20 S. West Temple St. These 30-minute educational programs consist of three artworks - by the same artist, or in the same medium or of the same subject or season - and will be offered the first Thursday of each month. Free, but a $3 donation will help support this program. For information, call 801-328-4201 or visit http://www.slartcenter.org.

DEMOLITION DERBY: WHEN A MIND LOSES ITS LICENSE TO DRIVE Repertory Dance Theatre debuts this dance project to convey awareness of dementia and Alzheimer's disease through artistic expression, at 7:30 p.m. today through Nov. 4, at the Rose Wagner Center for the Performing Arts, 138 W. Broadway (300 South). Tickets are $10 to $15 and available at the door or at http://www.arttix.org.

BOOKS TO DIE FOR This month's discussion is The Courier by Jay MacLarty at 7 p.m. at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200.

AUTUMN GARDENING Learn how to make next year's garden better than ever, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way. For information, call 801-581-4747.

TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER Manicures/pedicures are today by appointment. Other activities include massage therapy, the blood pressure/blood sugar clinic, Tai Chi Chih, bridge, computer and oil painting. The center is located at 237 S. 1000 East. For information, call 801-538-2084.

TRACY AVIARY AFTER HOURS SPEAKER SERIES Speakers talk about a bird's world at 6 p.m. each Thursday until Nov. 16. Today's feature is "Noble Vanishing Races." The aviary is at 589 E. 1300 South. Free. For information, call 801-596-8500 or visit http://www.tracyaviary.org.

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GLORIA SKURZYNSKI Skurzynski, author ofThe Choice, will sign her futuristic novel at 7 p.m. at The King's English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East. For information, call 801-484-9100.

TEMPLE SQUARE PERFORMANCES "Families Making Music" begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Assembly Hall on Temple Square. Concerts are for ages 8 and older. Free. For information, call 801-240-0080 or visit http://www.lds.org/events.

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OASIS CAF GALLERY "Cloth Treasure" is a collection of international handwoven textiles on loan from A.M. Stein Imports on display until Nov. 4 at 151 S. 500 East. From Nov. 1 through 30, is a display of portraits and abstract paintings by Sabina Wise (artist reception from 6 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 17). For information, call Ada at 801-274-0318.

SALT LAKE ART CENTER "The Five Outer Planets" by Robert Taplin is on display through Dec. 30 in the Main Gallery at the center, 20 S. West Temple St. For information, call 801-328-4201 or visit http://www.slartcenter.org.

TRACY AVIARY There's always something going on at the aviary, 589 E. 1300 South. The aviary is seeking entries for "Changing Nature: Ebb & Flow," a juried exhibit of original work by Utah artists to be held from Nov. 10 to Dec. 14. Make submissions in person at the Mill on Nov. 4 and 5. Daily events include "Join the Migration" and "Avian Scavenger Hunt." For information on bird shows, admission, activities and more, call 801-596-8500 or visit http://www.tracyaviary.org.

REQUEST FOR EXHIBIT PROPOSALS The Utah Arts Alliance is accepting proposals until Jan. 31. For information, call 801-651-3937, e-mail utahartsalliance@yahoo.com or visit http://www.utaharts.org.

UTAH INDOOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE The Utah Sharks semi-pro football team is seeking players ages 18 to 50 for the UIFL 2006/2007 season that begins Nov. 18. For information, call Coach Bryan Tracy at 801-336-0510.

VISAGE SALON STUDIOS James Sullivan's "Dream Time at the Café Au-Go-Go" is on display until Nov. 13 at Visage Salon Studios, 2006 S. 900 East. For information, call 801-328-0069 or Kacie at 801-860-4333.

GUTHRIE STUDIO This art gallery has re-opened at 158 E. 200 South. For information, call 801-328-1381.

"BUBBLOGRAPHY" EXHIBIT This exhibit by Amanda Moore is on display until Dec. 5 at the Sprague branch library, 2131 S. 1100 East. For information, call 801-594-8640.

"TROY'S FANTASIES IN OIL" EXHIBIT Paintings by Troy Coltharp are on display until Nov. 11 at the Sweet branch library, 455 F Street. For information, call 801-594-8651.

NEWCOMERS CLUB Adults over age 18, why not join a fun organization that lends its support to the Salt Lake community and includes get-togethers with other people? Annual membership is $25. For information, call the hotline at 801-261-5656, e-mail sophiapalmer@earthlink.net or visit

http://www.newcomersclub.com.

MUSEUM OF CHURCH HISTORY & ART "Our Heritage of Faith" and "A Competition Retrospective" are featured works at 45 N. West Temple St. For information, call 801-240-3323.

MAIN LIBRARY EXHIBITS "Expressions of Identity: Native American Poster Art," an extensive collection of art from Floyd O'Neil, is on display until Nov. 25; "Rebecca's Creations" by Rebecca Manchester, age 10, is on display through Dec. 8 in the Children's Gallery; "Ye Books of Cerebus" runs through Oct. 30 in the Lower Urban Room Gallery. The Main Library is at 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200.

CONFERENCE CENTER ONGOING EVENTS Thirty-minute organ recitals are held at 12:05 p.m. weekdays and at 2:05 p.m. Sunday in the Conference Center. 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 Conference Center, North Temple and West Temple streets (doors open at 8 a.m. and close at 9:15 a.m.). For information, call 801-240-3323 or visit http://www.lds.org/events.

THE UTAH MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY "Ancient Microworlds: Fossils Up Close" is an exhibit that runs through Dec. 31. "Range Creek: An Anthropology of Place" is an ongoing exhibit on Utah's Fremont tribes at the museum, 1390 E. Presidents Circle (200 South). For information, call 801-581-6927 or online at http://www.umnh.utah.edu.

WEEKLY FOOSBALL TOURNAMENTS Events are at Lumpy's at 6 p.m. on Sundays and at 8 p.m. every other Saturday (Nov. 4) at 145 W. Pierpont Ave. All levels are welcome. For information, visit http://www.netfoos.com/account/44/account home.html or call Lorraine at 801-576-0931.

UTAH MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, Ongoing exhibits and events include: "Africa: Arts of a Continent," "Journeys Through Asian Art," "Revisiting Utah's Past" and "Sideshow." The museum is located at 410 Campus Center Drive on the University of Utah campus. For information, call 801-581-7332 or visit http://www.umfa.utah.edu.

NOVEMBER COMPUTER CLASSES Register now for the following classes: Intro to Microsoft Word (Nov. 1 or 20); Basic Mouse Skills (Nov. 2); Intro to Excel (Nov. 3 or 21); Intro to PowerPoint/Create a Kiosk (Nov. 6); Internet Basics (Nov. 7); Intro to E-mail (Nov. 9); Intro to Internet-a four-part course (Nov. 13 to 16); Internet Basics in Spanish (Nov. 14); Internet Job Searching (Nov. 17); Computer Basics (Nov. 29) at the Main Library Technology Center, 210 E. 400 South. Call 801-524-8290.

SALT LAKE CHRONIC PAIN SUPPORT GROUP This group meets from 7 to 9 p.m. the second Monday of each month (except December) at Salt Lake County Government Complex, 2100 S. State St., No. 3005 in the North Building. For information, call 801-278-3960 or 801-278-7356.

CONTEMPORARY DESIGN AND ART GALLERY Clay Arts Utah is featured through Oct. 31. The gallery is at 30 E. Broadway No. 105. For information, call 801-364-0200.

ART BARN & FINCH LANE GALLERY Pastel and charcoal drawings by Shawn Rossiter, encaustic on acrylics by Kristin Glaus Taylor and A Bad Dog Rediscovers America student exhibit is on display until Nov. 3 in the Park Gallery, at 1325 E. 100 South. Call the Salt Lake City Arts Council, 801-596-5000 for more information.

SAGEBRUSH GALLERY "2006 Fall Collection" by Darrell Thomas runs through Nov. 10 at 700 E. 600 South, Trolley Square, second level next door to the Spectacle. For information, call 801-531-0300.

WASATCH FRAME SHOP Contemporary art by Aaron Fritz. The shop is located at 1940 S. 1100 East. For information, call 801-485-1353 or visit http://www.wasatchframeshop.com.

MICHAEL BERRY GALLERY, The Utah Watercolor Society fall show runs through Nov. 9 at 163 E. Broadway St. (300 South). For information, call 801-521-0243.

PALMER'S GALLERY FINE ART "Background Check" by Steven Sam Stradley (oil paintings), "Fairy Tales" by Deborah Luke (ceramic sculpture) and "Horse" by Chad Curtis Crane (mixed media painting installation) through Nov. 10 at 378 W. Broadway (300 South). For information, call 801-359-4632.

PALMER'S GALLERY "Dreamworks" David McKean (photo & mixed media) "Fantasy and Fairy Tales" by Bob Wiener (modern poster art), "Behind the Mask" by John Thompson and Vandy Faye Marcotte (leather masks) and "Ethereal Expression" by Vandy Faye Marcotte (oil paintings) through Nov. 10 at 511 W. 200 South. For information, call 801-746-8301.

PALMER'S PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY AT TROLLEY SQUARE Fine original photography by Aaron Goldenberg, Howie Garber and David West is at 606 S. Trolley Square (700 East). For information, call 801-359-4632.

WILLIAMS FINE ART A group show features Utah artists Justin Haywood, David Meikle and Marty Ricks at 60 E. South Temple St. For information, call 801-534-0331.

RIO GRANDE CAF "Guatemalan Kites," features the works of fifth- and sixth-graders from Washington Elementary, at the gallery at 270 S. Rio Grande Ave. For information, call 801-364-3302.