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EDDIE P. MAYNE KEARNS SENIOR CENTER A Halloween costume party is today. Activities include haircare, outreach, PACE, chair massage, haircare, sit-and-be-fit exercise, scrapbooking, bingo, yoga, a harmonica class and a movie matinee at 4850 W. 4715 South. For information, call 801-965-9183.
HARMAN SENIOR RECREATION CENTER Small World will trick or treat at the center at 10 a.m. and the movie "Hocus Pocus" is at 11 a.m. Friday activities include chair exercise at the center, 4090 S. 3600 West. For information, call 801-965-5822.
SOUTH JORDAN SENIOR CENTER A Halloween costume contest is today. Other activities include tai chi, a beginning watercolor paint class and easy exercise at the center, 10778 S. Redwood Road. For information, call 801-302-1222.
MAGNA SENIOR CENTER A Halloween party for the youth from the recreation center is at 10 a.m., followed by a party for seniors at 11 a.m. Activities include line dancing, a visit from the paramedics, exercise, bingo and Mexican dominoes at the center, 8952 W. 2700 South. For information, call 801-250-0692.
TRICK OR TREAT Children in elementary school can come anytime during library hours to trick or treat and make a fun Halloween craft at the Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South. For information, call 801-944-7550.
JORDAN LANDING ANNUAL TRICK OR TREATING Children's events such as face painting and trick-or-treating are from 4 to 7 p.m. at the entertainment plaza at Jordan Landing, 7000-7800 S. Bangerter Highway. For information, visit www.jordanlanding.net.
HARVEST FESTIVAL This free family event begins with a dinner at 5 p.m., followed by the festival at 6 p.m. including face painting, carnival games, a puppet show, crafts and more at First Baptist Church of West Valley City, 3831 S. 2700 West. For information, call 801-969-4101, or visit www.fbcwvc.org.
TRUNK OR TREAT AND CARNIVAL This free and safe Halloween event includes games, food, inflatable rides and trick-or-treating from 3 to 6 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, 1985 W. 7800 South. A costume is optional. For information, call Kim at 801-569-5163.
COMMUNITY HALLOWEEN PARTY "Magna Music and Mayhem" is the theme for this all-ages Halloween party hosted by the Magna Arts Council from 6 to 9 p.m. at Local 292 Union Hall, 8950 W. 2652 South. The fun includes live music by MollyDrive, a costume contest with prizes and families can bring a pre-carved jack-o-lantern (1 per family) to the party.
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FIFTH ANNUAL DAY OF THE DEAD CELEBRATION The Day of the Dead Celebration is from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center, 1355 W. 3100 South. Free activities and entertainment include sugar skull making, paper flower making and a special performance by the Quetzalcoatl Dance Ceremony. For information, call 801-965-5108.
DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY SUPPORT GROUP Recovery, Inc. hosts a free weekly depression and anxiety support group from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturdays at the Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West. For information, call 801-966-5991.
AUDITIONS: "MESSIAH" SING-IN Soloists can audition from 10 a.m. to noon in the community room of Fire Station No. 118, 5317 S. 2700 West. Participants should come prepared to sing one number. An accompanist will be available. The performance is sponsored by the Taylorsville Arts Council and is scheduled for Dec. 6. For information, call Helene at 801-262-4705 or John at 967-8957.
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GENESIS GROUP "We Also Sing!" features 362 women who will sing at 7 p.m. in the chapel at 6710 S. 1300 East. The Genesis Group was established in 1971 as a way for black members or non-members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to meet, discuss and listen to guest speakers or singers. For information, call 801-509-4391 or visit www.ldsgenesisgroup.org.
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WASATCH ACCORDION CLUB This club will meet at 6:30 p.m. for a Dutch Treat dinner and featured artist performance at Kowloon Cafe 2055 W. 3500 South. It's free to members or $3 to non-members. An annual membership is $25. Meetings are the first Monday of each month. For information, call Dave at 801-485-5353.
DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY SUPPORT GROUP Recovery, Inc. hosts a free weekly depression and anxiety support group from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. on Mondays in the Valley Mental Health Building, 7434 S. State St. For information, call 801-966-5991.
MAGNA SENIOR CENTER Activities include tai chi, quilting, bingo, cards, painting and billiards at the center, 8952 W. 2700 South. For information, call 801-250-0692.
TAKE HOME CRAFT Children can take home a Thanksgiving craft during library hours through Nov. 8 at the Taylorsville Library, 4870 S. 2700 West. For information, call 801-944-7618.
HARMAN SENIOR RECREATION CENTER Today is birthday Monday and movie Monday. Activities include a Hats Etc. meeting, self-serve scrapbooking, a council meeting, line dancing and chair exercise at the center, 4090 S. 3600 West. For information, call 801-965-5822.
SOUTH JORDAN SENIOR CENTER Melva's Breakfast Buffet is today for $2 per person. Other activities include tai chi, NIA exercise, computer, cards and ceramics at the center, 10778 S. Redwood Road. For information, call 801-302-1222.
EDDIE P. MAYNE KEARNS SENIOR CENTER Today is birthday Monday. The podiatrist is in at 1 p.m. today. Activities include tai chi, yoga, free bingo, blood pressure and glucose testing, arthritis self-help, a crochet class, pinochle, a basic internet class, creative writing and a Spanish class at the center, 4850 W. 4715 South. For information, call 801-965-9183.
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HARMAN SENIOR RECREATION CENTER A Wii tournament is at 10 a.m. today. Activities include bingo, haircuts, blood pressure checks, tai chi, choir and the railroad club meeting at the center, 4090 S. 3600 West. The center needs someone to teach basic computer skills one to two hours a week between the hours of 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. For information, call 801-965-5822.
EDDIE P. MAYNE KEARNS SENIOR CENTER The final choir rehearsal is at 1 p.m. today. Activities include an English class, an art class, choir, sit-and-be-fit exercise, pinochle, ceramics and PACE (People With Arthritis Can Exercise) at the center, 4850 W. 4715 South. For information, call 801-965-9183.
MAGNA SENIOR CENTER Activities include Hearts or Rummy card games, exercises, billiards and quilting at the center, 8952 W. 2700 South. For information, call 801-250-0692.
SOUTH JORDAN SENIOR CENTER Seniors can learn about healthy eating choices by attending a class on whole foods and supplements at 12:30 p.m. today. The counselor is available from 9 a.m. to noon every Tuesday. Other activities include yoga and oil painting at the center, 10778 S. Redwood Road. For information, call 801-302-1222.
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MAGNA CHESS CLUB Children (12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult), teens and adults can join the chess club at 4:30 p.m. each Wednesday through Nov. 26 at the Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South. No registration necessary. For information, call 801-944-7547.
HARMAN SENIOR RECREATION CENTER A flu-shot clinic is from 9 a.m. to noon today. Activities include choir, chair exercise, the drama class and the chess club at the center, 4090 S. 3600 West. For information, call 801-965-5822.
EDDIE P. MAYNE KEARNS SENIOR CENTER An AARP Driver Safety class is from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. today and Thursday. Activities include hair care, tai chi, leather or creative crafts, dominoes, bingo and a Spanish class at 4850 W. 4715 South. For information, call 801-965-9183.
MAGNA SENIOR CENTER Activities include cards, darts, Mexican dominoes, tai chi and bingo at the center, 8952 W. 2700 South. For information call 801-250-0692.
FANCY NANCY PARTY Children 3 to 8 can dress up in their fanciest clothes for a "fancy good time" at 4 p.m. at the Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South. For information, call 801-944-7550.
POWER OF PREVENTION CONFERENCE "Let's Talk Utah: Critical Issues Conference" is the theme of this event today through Nov. 8 at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center, 1355 W. 3100 South. Hours vary. For information, call the Utah Council for Crime Prevention at 801-486-8691.
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DANCE A dance is from 7 to 10 p.m. each Thursday with the music of Tony Summerhays at the Murray Heritage Senior Center, 10 E. 6150 South. Cost is $4 at the door. For information, call 801-284-4240.
EDDIE P. MAYNE KEARNS SENIOR CENTER Today is Game Day. Activities include an English class, the Harmoni-Katzz rehearsal, pinochle, ceramics, "Sharing Mothballs in My Attic," Microsoft Word and a basic computer class at the center, 4850 W. 4715 South. For information, call 801-965-9183.
HARMAN SENIOR RECREATION CENTER The "Cowboy Express" is at 9:45 a.m. today. Please sign up in advance. Activities include the railroad club meeting, bingo and ceramics. The center is at 4090 S. 3600 West. For information, call 801-965-5822.
SOUTH JORDAN SENIOR CENTER A trip to the Heber Creeper to ride the Cowboy Poetry Train is today. Activities include woodcarving, guitar lessons, yoga and the Spanish group at the center, 10778 S. Redwood Road. For information, call 801-302-1222.
MAGNA SENIOR CENTER Week four of a six-week course on preventing falls is at 12:30 p.m. today. Activities include billiards, pinochle, bridge, Mexican dominoes and arthritis exercise classes at the center, 8952 W. 2700 South. For information, call 801-250-0692.
COMPUTER BASICS FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS Spanish speakers can learn the basics of computers, the keyboard and the computer mouse at 6:30 p.m. at the Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South. No experience is necessary for this class. Space is limited and on a first come, first serve basis. Please register in advance by going to the reference desk or by calling 801-944-7550.
INTRO TO THE INTERNET IN SPANISH Spanish speakers can learn to navigate the Internet and become familiar with the computer mouse at 7:30 p.m. at the Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South. This class will not cover e-mail. Space is limited and on a first come, first serve basis. Please register in advance by going to the reference desk or by calling 801-944-7550.
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HARMAN SENIOR RECREATION CENTER A trip to Kingsbury Hall to see "World Dance" is at 9:15 a.m. today. Please sign up in advance. Friday activities include chair exercise and free bingo at the center, 4090 S. 3600 West. For information, call 801-965-5822.
MAGNA SENIOR CENTER Activities include exercising with elastic bands, line dancing, blood sugar checks, a visit from the paramedics, exercise, bingo and Mexican dominoes at the center, 8952 W. 2700 South. For information, call 801-250-0692.
EDDIE P. MAYNE KEARNS SENIOR CENTER Wear Kearns T-shirts today. The Kearns Choir will sing songs from WWII at 11 a.m. Activities include a movie matinee, chair massage, haircare, scrapbooking, yoga, "LYnKS," line dancing, outreach, exercise, bingo and Mexican dominoes at the center, 8952 W. 2700 South. For information, call 801-250-0692.
KUED READING MARATHON Children in elementary school can join Curious George for this reading marathon during library hours today through Dec. 1 at the Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South. For information, call 801-944-7686.
KUED READING MARATHON Children in elementary school can join Curious George for this reading marathon during library hours today through Dec. 1 at the Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South. For information, call 801-944-7550.
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EDUCATION CONFERENCE "How to Successfully Educate Ethnic Minority Students" is the aim of this free education conference sponsored by the Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 8 at West High School, 241 N. 300 West, Salt Lake City. For information, times and to register, call 801-538-8791 or 801-538-8663, or visit www.ethnicoffice.utah.gov.
SPASMODIC DYSPHONIA Meetings are at 6 p.m. the second Wednesday of every third month at the CAMT building at the University of Utah campus. For information, call Shirley at 801-541-8817.
NEWCOMERS CLUB A food and wine group is Nov. 1. A luncheon is Nov. 11 (RSVP by Nov. 5). Coffee groups meet Mondays. A book discussion group is Nov. 25. Connections for Singles is having an event Nov. 21. 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 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.
MOM'S TIME OUT This nonprofit group is for moms new to Utah and its culture who 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.
SENIOR TOURS Jackpot, Nev./Twin Falls, Idaho, 3 days/2 nights, Nov. 11-13, $149 per person; Branson, Missouri, sight seeing and two daily shows, 7 days/6 nights, Nov. 28-Dec. 4, $1,449 per person and includes airfare. For more information, call Doreen at 801-685-6110.
HAIR CARE Hair care is available by appointment from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday, for seniors at the South Jordan Senior Center. Haircuts are $8, shampoo-set is $8, pedicures are $8 and perms are $20. The center is located at 10778 S. Redwood Road. For information, call 801-302-1222.
GARDNER VILLAGE ONGOING EVENTS Family events include "Get Bewitched" through Oct. 31 and pony rides and a petting zoo from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (cost ranges from $2-$3) through Oct. 31. For information, call the Barnyard Buddies at 801-455-5679. For information, call 801-566-8903. Gardner Village is at 1100 W. 7800 South. For information, visit www.gardnervillage.com.
SENIOR CENTER MEALS Lunch reservations at all senior centers must be made 24 hours in advance for seniors 60 older and are served at noon (unless specified) Monday through Friday at the following: Eddie P. Mayne Kearns Senior Center, 4850 W. 4715 South, suggested donation is $2 for seniors or $4 for those 60 and younger. For reservations, call 801-965-9183. Harman Senior Center, 4090 S. 3600 West, a $2 donation for seniors and $4 for all others. For information, call 801-965-5822. The Taylorsville Senior Center, 4743 S. Plymouth View Drive (1625 West), has breakfast on Fridays at 8:15 a.m. and lunch for a $2 donation or $4 for those 60 and younger. For information, call 801-293-8340. Magna Senior Center, 8952 W. 2700 South, has a free continental breakfast at 9 a.m. and lunch for a $2 donation. For information, call 801-250-0692. South Jordan Senior Center, 10778 S. Redwood Road, has breakfast at 8:30 a.m. for $1.50 and lunch is $2. For information, call 801-302-1222. The West Jordan Senior Center, 8025 S. 2200 West, has a noon lunch. For information, call 801-561-7320.
TOPS ORGANIZATION "Take off pounds sensibly," aka TOPS, meets from 9 to 10 a.m. Fridays in Taylorsville. For information, call Jan at 801-968-8767. For the nearest chapter, call the hotline at 1-800-932-8677
MAGNA CITY MEETINGS The Magna Town Council will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Magna Chamber of Commerce Office, 9145 W. 2700 South. For information, call Ladell at 801-688-8485. The Arts Council of Magna will meet at 6 p.m. Nov. 18 at Old Town Art and Frame, 9131 W. 2700 South. For information, e-mail Starr at starrcamp@aol.com. The Magna Chamber of Commerce will meet at noon Nov. 20 at the chamber office, 9145 W. 2700 South. For information, e-mail Holly at holly.robb@magnachamber.org. The Magna Township Planning Commission will meet at 4 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Salt Lake County Government Center, 2001 S. State St., Room 1100, Salt Lake City. For information, call Ron at 801-468-2000. The Magna Youth Council will meet at 6 p.m. Nov. 25 at the Chamber office, 9145 W. 2700 South. For information, e-mail starrcamp@aol.com.
SOUTH JORDAN CITY COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS The Planning Commission meeting is at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 25 and a City Council meeting is at 6 p.m. Nov. 18 at South Jordan City Hall, 1600 W. Towne Center Drive. For information, visit www.sjc.utah.gov.
''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.
MOTHERS & MORE The Wasatch Chapter addresses women's needs and interests during active parenting years that include meetings, activities with children, a dinner club, book club and more. For information, visit www.mothersandmorewasatch.org.
WEST VALLEY CITY PUBLIC MEETINGS The city council meets the first four Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the council chambers. The planning commission meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 4 p.m. in the council chambers of City Hall, 3600 S. Constitution Blvd. For information, call 801-966-3600 or visit www.wvc-ut.gov.
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 6:25 p.m. Thursdays at 716 E. 4500 South, Suite No. N26. For information, call Margaret Stokes at 801-263-0136, ext. 102.
MEN'S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP This group meets from 5 to 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.
ANCHOR SINGLES ORGANIZATION This social group is for individuals 45 and older who are single, widowed or divorced. For information and a current newsletter, e-mail cah1820@msn.com.
ART EXHIBIT "A Collection of Presidential Campaign Buttons, 1908-2008" by Mike Winder and oil paintings by David Vernon is on display through Oct. 31 at the Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South. For information, call 801-944-7550.
BINGHAM CREEK LIBRARY STORYTIMES Storytime for children 2 to 6 is at 10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m. or 1:15 p.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 19 or at 11:15 a.m. or 1:15 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 20. Wee Ones Rhyme Time for children 6 months to 2 (one child per adult lap) accompanied by an adult is at 10:15 a.m. Thursdays through Nov. 20 at the library, 4834 W. 9000 South. For information, call 801-944-7686.
''INTO THE WOODS'' Hale Centre Theatre, 3333 S. Decker Lake Dr., presents this musical at 7:30 p.m., with Saturday matinees at 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. (except Oct. 31 & Nov. 26-27). This production runs through Nov. 29. Tickets range from $21 to $15. No children 5 and younger will be admitted. For information, call 801-984-9000 or visit www.halecentretheatre.org.
''FEED THE FEAR'' Bring a non-perishable food item to the ticket office and receive a $1 discount on admission at the Castle of Chaos, 3300 S. 120 West. Hours are 7 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays or from 7 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. For information, visit www.castleofchaos.com.
QUILTERS WITHOUT BORDERS Quilters Without Borders, an interfaith service group, meets monthly. For information, visit www.quilterswithoutborders.org.
BOOKS THAT BYTE! Teens can celebrate Teen Reading all month long with games and activities during library hours at the Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South. For information, call 801-944-7550.
FREE POETRY WORKSHOP Kurt Brown, 2009 visiting poet, will conduct a free workshop from 4:30 to 7:20 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 12-April 20, 2009. Interested applicants should submit three poems with contact information on each page (name, phone, e-mail and address) by Nov. 1 to Natasha Sajé, English Department, Westminster College, 1840 S. 1300 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84105. Participants will be notified of acceptance by Dec. 1. For information, call Natasha Sajé at 801-832-2376 or e-mail nsaje@westminstercollege.edu.
SOUTH JORDAN LIBRARY STORYTIMES Tiny Tot Tales for children 3 to 5 is at 10:15 or 11 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays through Nov. 13. Drop-In Storytime for children 3 to 5 is at 10:15 or 11:15 a.m. Wednesdays, or at 1:15 p.m. Thursdays. Free tickets are given out 15 minutes prior to storytime. No registration required. Children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. The library is at 10673 S. Redwood Road. For information, call 801-943-4636.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD Operation Christmas Child is in need of gift-filled shoe boxes for children suffering from the effects of war, natural disaster, poverty, illness or neglect. People can drop off shoe boxes with school and hygiene items, toys or hard candy through Nov. 24 at the church at 460 W. Century Dr. (4350 South), Murray or Garden Terrace, 1201 E. 4500 South. For information, call 801-264-9999, 801-261-3664, or visit www.samaritanspurse.org.
MRS. UTAH UNITED STATES ORIENTATION Married women can attend an orientation breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 8 at the Radisson Hotel, 215 W. South Temple St. This will be a casual information and question-and-answer meeting with previous contestants and title holder. For information, call Alicia at 801-661-6987 or visit www.mrsutahus.com.
CORN MAZE The Crazy Corn Maze is at 8800 S. 4000 West. Admission ranges from $4-$7. Children 4 and younger are admitted free. For times and dates, call 801-569-2536, or e-mail crazycornmaze@yahoo.com.
COMMUNITY ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY (CAWS) This non-profit organization is a volunteer-driven animal rescue and adoption network that needs loving families to provide temporary foster care for homeless dogs and cats. For information, call 801-328-4731 or visit www.caws.org.
