Events for Community Events

Utah Film Center’s Black, Bold & Brilliant Presents “Blurring the Color Line”

As part of our Black, Bold & Brilliant series, Utah Film Center, in partnership with KRCL, is excited to announce our upcoming film screening and post-discussion of Blurring the Color Line – Wednesday, December 6th at 7 pm at the Downtown Salt Lake City Library. What did it mean to be Chinese in Black spaces during segregation? Follow director Crystal Kwok’s journey of discovery, as she digs into the ways her grandmother’s family navigated life as grocery store owners in the black neighborhood of Augusta, Georgia. Blurring the Color Line is a personal family story told alongside memories from the larger Chinese and Black communities in Georgia, which opens up uncomfortable but necessary conversations around anti-Black racism and the deeply rooted structure of white power and Chinese patriarchy. Which fountain did the Chinese drink from? Where did they sit on the bus? An important entrance into all of our connected histories which many of us never knew or dared speak about. Featuring a roundtable discussion by the Black, Bold & Brilliant team and Ze Min Xiao, President and CEO of the Center for Economic Opportunity and Belonging. Purchase your ticket at: https://utahfilmcenter.org/film/blurring-the-color-line

Watch trailer HERE https://youtu.be/ApVNh-eF6Lg?feature=shared



2023 Country Christmas Wagon Ride and Light Display

Join us for an old-fashioned Country Christmas and hop on our signature horse-drawn wagon ride through a dazzling display of Christmas lights! Take your family for a stroll through the Christmas village and enjoy this fun-filled celebration with delicious food and holiday vibes. Santa might swing by, so keep that camera or phone ready to snap some pics!

Tickets are available at the farm, but preregistration is required for wagon rides. Fridays and Saturdays, December 8–16, 5:30–9 p.m. Tickets are $5 and free for children under the age of 3. Please register online to reserve a time slot on the wagon ride. http://youngliving.com/countrychristmas



Ballet West's The Nutcracker

America’s 1st Nutcracker Returns! Last year more than 42,000 attended the hottest ticket in town! Hailed as the first and longest-running in America, Ballet West’s production of The Nutcracker has been recognized by Gov. Spencer J. Cox as a national treasure that should be celebrated by locals and tourists alike. Salt Lake City-based Ballet West annually performs America’s 1st Nutcracker – no other city, state, or company can boast that,” said Cox. Come experience a true legacy that brings families and friends back year after year. Tickets here: https://www.balletwest.org/events/detail/nutcracker23



Special Author Storytime for Kids & Book Signing with Melissa Richardson

A hilarious holiday tale about the highs and lows of eating one very special Three Kings Day dessert: the Rosca de Reyes, a sweet bread with a figurine of the baby Jesus hidden inside! Marta is finally old enough for her own slice of the special, sneaky dessert she loves so much—la Rosca de Reyes. The colorful crown of sweet bread is so tempting, but Marta knows the truth—there’s a baby hiding in the dessert: el Niño Dios. Marta can’t help but wonder what will happen if she accidentally eats the little figurine of baby Jesus. Suddenly, Marta will do whatever it takes to avoid picking the last slice of la rosca—no matter how badly she wants a bite! This humorous story of one girl’s journey to overcome her fears explores the traditions of Three Kings Day and the importance of family and faith. join us in welcoming Melissa Richardson to The Printed Garden for a special author storytime for kids. Melissa will read her new book, we'll have some coloring pages for the little ones, and will finish with an author signing for anyone who wants an author signed copy of The Last Piece! This event is free, open to the public, and will begin at 1:00 p.m.



Subidora

Miriam Padilla has been honored to receive the Salt Lake Arts Council Career Empowerment Grant for 2023. She will be using six months to learn how to be a lead drummer in bomba and will highlight her new skills for the first time at this event titled "Subidora". Her mentor and teacher Rafael Maya will be a guest artists all the way from Puerto Rico. Local Bomba Marilé will also be guest artists to support Miriam in her development and growth. The event will be free and open to the public thanks to the support of the National Endowment for the Arts, Sorenson Unity Center, and the Salt Lake City Arts Council. Please join us, dance with us, and sing with us as we keep sharing the traditions and culture of our beloved Puerto Rico.

Miriam Padilla ha tenido el honor de recibir la Beca de Empoderamiento Profesional del Salt Lake Arts Council para el 2023. Usará seis meses para aprender a ser subidora en bomba y destacará sus nuevas habilidades por primera vez en este evento titulado "Subidora". Su mentor y maestro Rafael Maya será artista invitado desde Puerto Rico. Locales Bomba Marilé también serán artistas invitados para apoyar a Miriam en su desarrollo y crecimiento. El evento será gratuito y estará abierto al público gracias al apoyo del National Endowment for the Arts, Sorenson Unity Center y Salt Lake City Arts Council. Únase a nosotros, baile con nosotros y cante con nosotros mientras seguimos compartiendo las tradiciones y la cultura de nuestro amado Puerto Rico



Art Haus Christmas Market

The annual Christmas Market is Art Haus' biggest event of the year. Come out and celebrate the holidays while supporting small business and shopping for local handmade gifts. With 22 artists this year selling their beautiful and unique handmade art. All artwork is made in studio by students and teachers. This is a great place to shop for the best gifts for the holidays!

RSVP for this free event at www.arthaus-slc.com



Subidora

Miriam Padilla has been honored to receive the Salt Lake Arts Council Career Empowerment Grant for 2023. She will be using six months to learn how to be a lead drummer in bomba and will highlight her new skills for the first time at this event titled "Subidora". Her mentor and teacher Rafael Maya will be a guest artists all the way from Puerto Rico. Local Bomba Marilé will also be guest artists to support Miriam in her development and growth. The event will be free and open to the public thanks to the support of the National Endowment for the Arts, Sorenson Unity Center, and the Salt Lake City Arts Council. Please join us, dance with us, and sing with us as we keep sharing the traditions and culture of our beloved Puerto Rico.

Miriam Padilla ha tenido el honor de recibir la Beca de Empoderamiento Profesional del Salt Lake Arts Council para el 2023. Usará seis meses para aprender a ser subidora en bomba y destacará sus nuevas habilidades por primera vez en este evento titulado "Subidora". Su mentor y maestro Rafael Maya será artista invitado desde Puerto Rico. Locales Bomba Marilé también serán artistas invitados para apoyar a Miriam en su desarrollo y crecimiento. El evento será gratuito y estará abierto al público gracias al apoyo del National Endowment for the Arts, Sorenson Unity Center y Salt Lake City Arts Council. Únase a nosotros, baile con nosotros y cante con nosotros mientras seguimos compartiendo las tradiciones y la cultura de nuestro amado Puerto Rico



Art Haus Christmas Market

The annual Christmas Market is Art Haus' biggest event of the year. Come out and celebrate the holidays while supporting small business and shopping for local handmade gifts. With 22 artists this year selling their beautiful and unique handmade art. All artwork is made in studio by students and teachers. This is a great place to shop for the best gifts for the holidays!

RSVP for this free event at www.arthaus-slc.com



Art Haus Christmas Market

The annual Christmas Market is Art Haus' biggest event of the year. Come out and celebrate the holidays while supporting small business and shopping for local handmade gifts. With 22 artists this year selling their beautiful and unique handmade art. All artwork is made in studio by students and teachers. This is a great place to shop for the best gifts for the holidays!

RSVP for this free event at www.arthaus-slc.com



Jubilate presents "Star of Wonder"

Enjoy the festive holiday sounds of Jubilate as they invite you to join them Saturday, December 9th, at 7:00 pm at St. Vincent’s Catholic Church, 1375 E. Spring Lane. Their program, titled “Star of Wonder”, will feature a delightful, festive mix of formal to light choral music of the season. Meet the performers post-concert at an informal reception where you can enjoy hors d’oeuvres, a cup of punch and great conversation. Admission is by voluntary donation at the door with a suggested minimum of $20.00. For more information, visit https://jubilatechoirslc.weebly.com.