BLUES, BREWS AND BARBECUE Get your blues on with The Legendary Porch Pounders 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.

TEMPLE SQUARE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS An annual tradition in Salt Lake City, the Christmas lights will once again illuminate Temple Square at approximately 5:30 p.m. For information, call 801-240-0080 or visit www.lds.org/events.

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TEMPLE SQUARE CHRISTMAS PERFORMANCES Christmas music begins today through Dec. 23 at the Assembly Hall (Tues.-Sun., 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m.); South Visitors' Center (Tues.-Sun. 6, 7 and 8 p.m.); and the Joseph Smith Memorial Building (Mon. to Sat., 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 p.m.). Beginning Monday, in the lobby of the LDS Church Office Building (Mon.-Fri., noon and 1 p.m.). Free. For information, call 801-240-0080 or visit www.lds.org/events.

BLUES, BREWS AND BARBECUE Need a blues fix? Stark Raven plays 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.

SANTA IN SUGAR HOUSE See the man in red arrive by fire truck to the "Santa shack" at 2100 S. 1100 East from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Regular hours will be Mon. to Thurs. from 3-8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from noon to 8 p.m. but only until Dec. 23.

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CREATIVE WRITERS GROUP The SL Writers Group will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Sugar House Barnes & Noble Cafe, 2100 S. 1104 East. Emphasis is on fiction and poetry with informal, friendly, constructive feedback. All levels of experience welcome. For information, call 801-231-9092 visit www.geocities.com/slc writers group.

COOKING CLASS "Beef Tenderloin Party" is the entree in this cooking class from 6:30-9:30 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.

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

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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.

WOMEN'S HEALTH SEMINAR A free seminar on bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, menopausal and pre-menopausal symptoms and blood testing vs. saliva testing is at 7 p.m. at Olympus Cove Healthcare, 2046 E. Murray-Holladay Road, Suite 204, Holladay. For information, call 801-272-1246.

HOUSE OF BREAD CLASSES "Sweet & Savory Breads" are from 6-8 p.m. at the House of Bread, 1005 E. 2700 South. Cost for one class is $30, two classes are $55, three classes are $70 or four classes are $80. For information, call 801-466-1758.

RHONDA THIELE & LISA MARIE Each Tuesday, it's barbecue and a side of the acoustic sounds of Rhonda and Lisa during lunch from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. is at Pat's BBQ, 155 W. Commonwealth Ave. (2120 South), an all ages venue. For information, call 801-484-5963.

TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER The Forgiveness Workshop begins at 1 p.m. 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 3:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays until Dec. 21 at the aviary, 589 E. 1300 South. Free. For information, call 801-596-8500 or visit www.tracyaviary.org.

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REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY: ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION A ceremony, featuring speakers, music and artwork, will remember and honor those who have fought and are fighting this disease as well as dementia from 3 to 4 p.m. at Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way, with an open house following at the University of Utah Center for Alzheimer's Care, Imaging & Research. For information, call 800-371-6694.

SENIOR CENTER BOOK CLUB I Captured the Castle by Dodie Smith will be discussed at 10:30 a.m. at the Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East. For information, call 801-944-7656.

COOKING CLASS "Sizzling Shrimp" is the entree in this cooking class from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at HomeCooks Culinary Adventures, 2233 S. 300 East. Cost is $50. For information and to register, call Jim at 801-277-6380, 801-673-7478 or e-mail jim@homecooks.net.

"KRAPP'S LAST TAPE" Wrapping up the Samuel Beckett festival is this discussion by Vincent Pecora at 7 p.m. in the Language & Communications auditorium at the University of Utah.

TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER A three-day Thrift Sale begins today through Dec. 1. Learn how to "Sell on E Bay" today. Other activities include table tennis, chess, yoga, live music, Armenian lace instruction, exercise 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 5:45-7:45 p.m. Wednesdays through today 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.

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BOOK TALK The Talking About Books club meets at 11 a.m. at the Sprague Branch, 2131 S. 1100 East. For information, call 801-594-8640.

MARK STRAND Poet, Strand, will read and sign his newest collection, Man and Camel, at 7 p.m. at The King's English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East. For information, call 801-484-9100.

TENTH EAST SENIOR CENTER 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.

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TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES Community Benefit Shopping Night is between 5 and 8 p.m. with 20 percent of proceeds benefitting Lutheran Social Service of Utah. Royal Heritage Ensemble will provide music as you browse through distinctive art, jewelry, etc. at 2186 S. Highland Drive (1100 East). For information, call 801-485-8827.

COOKING CLASS "Gourmet Pizza Party" is the cooking class from 6:30-9:30 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.

CHRISTMAS GALA The Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Utah Hispanic Business Leadership Foundation will conduct this black tie event at 6:30 p.m. at the Grand America Hotel, 555 S. Main St. For reservations and information, call Katia at 801-523-3308, ext. 101.

BLUES, BREWS AND BARBECUE Get your blues on with the band TBA 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.

THE SNOWMAN POP-UP BOOK Mark and Caralyn Buehner will sign their latest children's book from 6 to 9 p.m. at Ken Sanders Rare Books, 268 S. 200 East. In addition, original paintings by Mark will be on display until Dec. 14. For information, call 801-521-3819.

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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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. A Holiday Luncheon & Program is Dec. 12 at 11:30 a.m. at The Little America Hotel, 500 S. Main St. Cost is $29. Please RSVP by Dec. 1. For information, call the hotline at 801-261-5656, e-mail sophiapalmer@earthlink.net or visit

www.newcomersclub.com.

GALLIVAN CENTER ICE RINK The ice rink is open at 239 S. Main St. (actually the ice rink is closer to 200 S. State Street). Children under age 11 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For information, call 801-535-6117 or to reserve the rink, call 801-535-6110.

"SAVIOR OF THE WORLD" This musical production is at 7:30 p.m. through Dec. 30 (Tuesdays through Saturdays) in the Conference Center Theater, West Temple and North Temple Streets. Tickets are $8. Saturday matinees start at 2 p.m. with tickets for $5. Take TRAX and avoid parking. For information, call 801-240-0080.

ANCHOR SINGLES ORGANIZATION Anchor is a social support for single, widowed, divorced individuals over age 45. For information and a copy of the newsletter, contact Anchor Singles, P.O. Box 10753, SLC, UT 84117 or e-mail carol495@xmission.com.

TANNER FRAMES Check out two shows by local artists: "Utah Hiking Trails" by Salt Lake Tribune artist Steve Baker and "Desert Roadside" by Leslie Thomas, now through Jan. 1 at 230 S. 500 West, No. 105. For information, call 801-483-2501.

OASIS CAF GALLERY Through Nov. 30, is a display of portraits and abstract paintings by Sabina Wise at 151 S. 500 East.

PALMER'S GALLERY FINE ART On display is "Just Add Color," the artwork of Jean Montanaro, Mya Montanaro and David Montanaro. Also "Table Talk," group ceramics show at 378 W. Broadway (300 South). Exhibits run through Jan. 12. For information, call 801-359-4632.

PALMER'S GALLERY Features landscape photography of David J. West at 511 W. 200 South, until Jan. 12. For information, call 801-746-8301.

"ICE GLEN" Salt Lake Acting Company presents performances till Dec. 3 at 168 W. 500 North. Tickets range from $13 to $34. Times vary. For information, call 801-363-7522.

THE PICKLE COMPANY "Aerial," by David and Mathieu Ruhlman, and "We Are Woven," by Kenny Riches are on exhibit through Dec. 10 at 741 S. 400 West. For information, call 801-450-8977 or visit www.thepicklecompany.org.

SALT LAKE ART CENTER "The Five Outer Planets" by Robert Taplin runs until Dec. 30 in the Main Street Gallery, "Unseen Shores: The Post-Vietnam Era" from the U.S. Navy Art Collection runs until Jan. 13 in the Street Gallery and "Peace Gardens" by David Baddley runs until Jan. 27 in the Project Gallery at the center, 20 S. West Temple St. For information, call 801-328-4201 or visit www.slartcenter.org.

SAGEBRUSH GALLERY Mediums from Chris Miles, Yevgeniy Zolotsev, Darrell Thomas and Ted Remington are on the 2nd level at Trolley Square. For information, call 801-531-0300.

TRACY AVIARY "Changing Nature: Ebb & Flow," a juried exhibit of original work by Utah artists, runs through Dec. 14. Daily events include "Join the Migration" and "Avian Scavenger Hunt." "Sky Hunters" is for preschoolers and parents at 9:30 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. Must pre-register. Wildlife photography is 7 p.m. Thursdays until Dec. 14 for a cost of $50. The Mill now offers bird shows at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays. The aviary is at 589 E. 1300 South. For information on bird shows, admission, activities and more, call 801-596-8500 or visit www.tracyaviary.org.

REQUEST FOR EXHIBIT PROPOSALS & A CALL FOR ENTRIES & EXHIBIT The Utah Arts Alliance would like entries by Nov. 26 for the upcoming "Man's Best Friend" in conjunction with the play, "Silvia," from Nov. 30 to Dec. 23 (reception from 6 to 9 p.m. on Dec. 1) at 2191 S. 300 West, No. 1. Proposals are also being accepted until Jan. 31. For information, call 801-651-3937, e-mail utahartsalliance@yahoo.com or visit www.utaharts.org.

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 runs until Dec. 5 at the Sprague branch library, 2131 S. 1100 East. For information, call 801-594-8640.

MAIN LIBRARY EXHIBITS/EVENTS "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; "Beckett: A Centenary Celebration" through Nov. 30 in the Lower Urban Room Gallery. Now through Dec. 2, is the KUED Reading Marathon: Postcards from Buster at all city library locations. The Main Library is at 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200.

QUILT EXHIBIT "Illustrations in Fabric" is a quilt exhibit by Kathy McNeil now through Jan. 12 at the Anderson-Foothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East. A reception/lecture is in January. For information, call 801-594-8611.

CONFERENCE CENTER ONGOING EVENTS Thirty-minute organ recitals are held at noon weekdays and at 2 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 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. The museum is located at 1390 E. Presidents Circle (200 South). For information, call 801-581-6927 or online at 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 (Dec. 2) at 145 W. Pierpont Ave. All levels are welcome. For information, visit 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," "Sideshow" and "Water Dreams" goes through Jan. 21. 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.

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER COMPUTER CLASSES Register now for the following classes: Computer Basics (Nov. 29); Create a Calendar w/Microsoft Publisher (Dec. 1); Intro to Windows (Dec. 4); Internet Basics (Dec. 5 and Dec. 12 in Spanish); Intro to Microsoft Word (Dec. 7); Intro to PowerPoint/Create a Kiosk (Dec. 11 and 13); Intro to Microsoft Access (Dec. 14); and Basic Mouse Skills (Dec. 15) 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.

ART BARN & FINCH LANE GALLERY Through Dec. 29, are paintings by Erin Westenskow Berrett, acrylics and collage by Willamarie A. Huelskamp and cast bronze by Jim Rennert. The Holiday Craft Sale & Exhibit begins Dec. 1. The gallery is at 1325 E. 100 South. For information, call the Salt Lake City Arts Council, 801-596-5000.

WASATCH FRAME SHOP Silver gelatin prints by Justin Carruth and C.W. Cannon are now on display through Dec. 14 at 1940 S. 1100 East. For information, call 801-485-1353 or visit www.wasatchframeshop.com.

MICHAEL BERRY GALLERY, A group show features Pilar Pobil, Willamarie Huelskamp, Rebecca Livermore, David Marti and others runs through December at 163 E. Broadway St. (300 South). For information, call 801-521-0243.

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.

MAGPIE'S NEST The 7th Annual Holiday show will feature more than 20 artists in addition to works from the Italy Retreat at 39 N. I St. (corner of I Street and First Avenue with rear parking). A religious art display with reception is from 6-9 p.m. on Dec. 1. For information, call 801-363-7764 or visit www.magpiegallery.com.

MUSEUM OF UTAH ART AND HISTORY Painters of the Wasatch Mountain runs through Jan. 28. Donations accepted. Museum is open from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays at 125 S. Main St. For information, call 801-355-5554.

LAMB'S GRILL CAFE Enjoy live music with dinner, 6-9 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays. Fine art photography by Alex Kravtsov is on display during November. The cafe is located at 169 S. Main St. For information, call 801-364-7166 or visit www.lambsgrill.com.

PHILLIPS GALLERY Annual holiday show, featuring works by 80 Utah artists, runs through Jan. 12 (reception from 6-9 p.m. Dec. 1) at 444 E. 200 South. For information, call 801-364-8284 or visit www.phillips-gallery.com.

ALICE GALLERY Selections from the State Fine Art Collection is on display until January at 617 E. South Temple St. (inside the Utah Arts Council). Call 801-236-7555 for more information.

HORNE FINE ART "Town and Country" by Karen Horne and Phyllis F. Horne has been extended through Nov. 25, Opening Dec. 1 is "A Gift of Art." The gallery is at 142 E. 800 South. For information, call 801-533-4200.

OFF BROADWAY THEATRE Features Laughing Stock, improvisational comedy, at 7:30 and 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, at 272 S. Main St. For more information, call 801-355-4628.

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 STORY TIME 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.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR HURRICANE KATRINA SURVIVORS This group for Hurricane Katrina transplants meets from 7 to 9 p.m. every other Friday (Nov. 24 ) at Calvary Baptist Church, 1090 S. State St. For information, call 801-363-3301 or 801-363-0873.

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.

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.

THE ARTS ORGANIZATION T.A.O. conducts classes on a regular basis at 150 S. 600 East, Suite 2C. A free Sunday Afternoon at The Arts is at 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Tea Grotto, 2030 S. 900 East. For information, call 801-521-0055 or 801-468-1212 or visit www.theartsorganization.com.

BARNES & NOBLE EVENTS The bookstore offers the following: Story Time, 11 a.m. Tuesday and Friday. Open mic and poetry slams, 7 p.m. on first Fridays. Current Events book group, 7 p.m. on the third Wednesday. Fiction/Fantasy book group, 7:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday. The American Girls Children's Club meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday and the Harry Potter Children's Club meets at 7 p.m. the third Thursday. The Character Visit story time is at 11 a.m. the fourth Friday. The store is at 1102 E. 2100 South. For information, call 801-463-2610.

MOM'S CLUB Mom's club is a nonreligious support group for all stay-at-home mothers that meets at 10 a.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at Liberty Park Foursquare Church, 662 E. 1300 South. For information, call 801-466-6801 or e-mail bonniekaykittrell@yahoo.com.

WASATCH WOMEN'S SOCIAL CLUB For newcomers and established residents, meet new friends by attending activities such as Tuesday morning coffee, lunches, wine & cheese socials and more. Annual membership is $20. For information, call 801-733-1253 or visit www.newcomersclub.com.