• Las Posadas Celebration, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Chapman Branch, Salt Lake City Public Library, 577 S. 900 W., SLC. "Celebrate hospitality and community with Las Posadas. We'll start outside with cookies, hot chocolate, a chant and candle procession, then go inside for live performances and the breaking of a piñata. Las Posadas combines Aztec customs with early religious colonial traditions. The festivity started in Mexico but evolved over centuries and today is celebrated in Latin American countries and the United States. This event will begin outdoors, so be sure to dress for the weather! This event has a maximum capacity of 60 people."

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  "Celebra la hospitalidad y la comunidad con Las Posadas.  Nos reuniremos afuera para disfrutar de galletas, chocolate caliente y una procesión tradicional de cantos y velas, luego nos dirigiremos adentro para presenciar una actuación en vivo y romper una piñata. Las Posadas combinan las costumbres aztecas con las primeras tradiciones religiosas de la época colonial. La celebración se originó en México, pero se evolucionó durante siglos y se encuentra presente en los países de Latinoamérica y los Estados Unidos. ¡Este evento empezará afuera, así que vístase apropiadamente para el clima! Este evento tiene una capacidad máxima de 60 personas."

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Saturday, December 14:

• Salt Lake Film Society's Sing with Maria, 2:00 & 6:30 p.m. at Broadway Centre Cinemas, 111 E. Broadway, SLC. "Join us for our most beloved holiday tradition, THE SOUND OF MUSIC Sing-Along. This family-friendly, holiday extravaganza screening will include a pre-show hosted by a talented emcee with a costume parade and contest (audience vote!) for both the adults who love to dress up and the kids who want to participate. All children who dress up win a candy prize. There will be an intermission that includes complimentary tea and 'biscuits' (cookies) for all audience members. Admission includes a prop bag and exclusive sound of music collectibles. Please no outside props allowed. This fun tradition is not to be missed, and SLFS is proud to once again bring this show to our community." 

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Thursday, December 19:

• Homeless Persons' Memorial Vigil, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Pioneer Park, 330 S. 300 W., SLC. Event by Salt Lake Valley Coalition to End Homelessness: "Gathering in Pioneer Park to remember and honor those who have passed away while experiencing homelessness in Salt Lake County in the past year. This event is a dedicated space for those who have passed and an opportunity for friends, family, and community members to remember and reflect. All are welcome."

Saturday, December 21: Happy Winter Solstice!!!

• Tea Zaanti Mini European Christmas Market, 4:00-7:00 p.m. at 1944 S. 1100 E., SLC. "Shopping is so much more fun when it's local and you have easy access to wine! Hot Dogs will be back! Beaujolais, bubbles, and mulled wine by-the-glass. Free to all vendors."

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Monday, December 23:

• Crossroads Urban Center's Christmas Food Giveaway, 10a-1p at Rowland Hall School, 843 S. Lincoln St. (945 E.), SLC. "If you need help with food this season, come and receive a turkey and sides to prepare your holiday meal. Drive north on Lincoln St. and a volunteer will load a turkey and sides into your trunk. First come, first served until supplies are exhausted. For more information call (801) 364-7765 or email erika@crossroadsurbancenter.org. Limit 1 food basket per vehicle. Walk-up options available. No documentation required."

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Tuesday, January 21: 

• First day of the General Session of the Utah Legislature. To track bills of interest, sign up for an account. It's your tax dollars at work free.