***Tickets are on EventBrite! $3 each - Children 2 and under free. Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon full of Halloween fun and valuable resources at our 3rd Annual Halloween Fun Fest & Disability Support Resource Fair! From 11 AM to 1 PM on October 26th, we invite you to enjoy a jam-packed event with trick-or-treating, engaging sensory activities, and the chance to meet new friends. DJ Rebecca will be there to keep the party lively with her fantastic music! The Photo Booth Bus will be there to snap photo strips of you in your awesome costumes, along with great props. Soft Play LLC will have their 10 foot ball pit stuffed FULL of ball pit balls. AND our our team at ABA Inc will be there to have you trick or treat through the hall of candy. This year we are back and better than EVER with more activities for kids and a fully indoor venue! For caregivers, this is more than just a fun day out. Our resource fair is an amazing opportunity to discover a wealth of new resources to support your loved ones. With over 20 resource providers and event partners (see below), you can chat with experts, ask questions, collect informative brochures, and get personalized advice tailored to your needs. Our resource fair will offer support and information tailored to all ages, abilities, and needs, addressing a wide spectrum of neurodivergence. Whether you're seeking resources for children, adults, or specific neurodivergent conditions, there will be something valuable for everyone. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day of community, learning, and festive Halloween cheer. Mark your calendars and come join the fun! We can't wait to see you there! Thank you to our partners! Please give them a follow. GRAND GHOST Partners: Dog Training Elite, Autism Council of Utah, The Photo Booth Bus & Soft Play LLC! Helpful Ghost Partners: The Motley Squad, RISE Ticket Information: Tickets for the 3rd Annual Halloween Fun Fest & Disability Support Resource Fair are just $3 per person! Children ages 2 and under can join the fun for free and do not need a ticket. Tickets are non-refundable. Accessability Information: Our Halloween Fun Fest & Disability Support Resource Fair is fully accessible, featuring elevators and wheelchair access throughout the venue. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can participate and enjoy the event comfortably. Resource Booths Include: Dog Training Elite (Grand Ghost Partner) Autism Council of Utah (Grand Ghost Partner) RISE (Helpful Ghost Partner) The Motley Squad (Helpful Ghost Partner) Childrens First Education Fund Turn Community Services SLC Adaptive Recreation Harmony Music Therapy Bevell's Advocate Utah Downs Syndrome Foundation School of Dance Miss Amazing Children's Center of Utah Rod's Heroes NAMI Utah Caring Tide Help Me Grow Utah! Adaptive Arena .....and MORE!

Come join us for our favorite season of the whole year – Halloween and Dia de los Muertos! We will have craft tables set up throughout the store - and ALL sessions with our intuitive readers are 10% off! Call us at (801) 322-1162 to book your reading. https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/golden-braids-annual-spookytown-party

This October, the Golden Braid Books Community Book Club is reading an old favorite, The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende. We have lots of copies in stock, so come on by and get yours today! Keep in touch with us throughout the month on our Instagram and Facebook pages, and then we’ll convene here at the Braid for our book club meeting to talk about the book, meet some new folks, and share some insights and mutual love of reading. About the Book: The House of the Spirits, which introduced Isabel Allende as one of the world's most gifted storytellers, brings to life the triumphs and tragedies of three generations of the Trueba family. The patriarch Esteban is a volatile, proud man whose voracious pursuit of political power is tempered only by his love for his delicate wife Clara, a woman with a mystical connection to the spirit world. When their daughter Blanca embarks on a forbidden love affair in defiance of her implacable father, the result is an unexpected gift to Esteban: his adored granddaughter Alba, a beautiful and strong-willed child who will lead her family and her country into a revolutionary future. One of the most important novels of the twentieth century, The House of the Spirits is an enthralling epic that spans decades and lives, weaving the personal and the political into a universal story of love, magic, and fate. https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/october-book-club-house-of-the-spirits-by-isabel-allende

Join Elizabeth Jensen as she teaches the fundamentals of Yoga Nidra and guides us through the practices and a meditation. What is Yoga Nidra? Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation. This particular style of meditation allows you to process emotions in a healthy way, to experience your life to the fullest, and to rewire your brain and life to be present and find peace in the here and now. During this evening, we will learn about the benefits of Yoga Nidra, including the ten stages and how to use them in practice and everyday living, and conclude in a short guided Yoga Nidra meditation. Please bring pen and paper if you wish to take notes or explore the concepts that will be given. Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring a cushion if you’d prefer for the meditation portion of the evening. About Elizabeth Jensen: Elizabeth Jensen completed her first Yoga Nidra training in 2015 and her second training in 2016 through the Integrative Restoration Institute (iRest). Elizabeth has been teaching Yoga Nidra classes since 2015. Elizabeth began her practice and studies when she was a caregiver for her mother to help her process and heal. Elizabeth is also an asana teacher (yoga), a sound healer, and an energy healer/Reiki Master. You can find out more about Elizabeth and her offerings on her website: www.empoweryourpath.com https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/what-is-yoga-nidra-an-introduction-to-yoga-nidra-and-guided-meditation-with-elizabeth-jensen

Wildly popular blogger and viral recipe creator Carolina Gelen presents 100 crowd-pleasing, effortlessly delicious recipes that showcase her simple-but-sophisticated style. About the Book: Pass the Plate:100 Delicious, Highly Shareable, Everyday Recipes Far from a fussy chef or unrealistic food influencer, Carolina learned to cook at home with a family who loved food but could rarely go out to eat. Taking that passion to the next level, she worked in restaurants and translated her skills into a successful full-time recipe developer who cultivated an online community of millions who love her recipes. Her debut cookbook, Pass the Plate, features 100 recipes for creative but familiar takes on beloved comfort foods--almost all are brand-new, but there are also some beloved fan favorites. Dishes such as Chicken Schnitzel with Caramelized Lemon Gremolata and Many Mushrooms Lasagna to Broccoli Cheddar Beans with Crispy Cheddar Panko and Upside-Down Pineapple Coconut Cake will satisfy cravings and inspire confidence in the kitchen, regardless of your skill level. With personality-packed chapters such as Egg-Stravaganza, Nosh & Nibble, Salad Days, and Veg Out, everyone will find something to enjoy. Full of gorgeous photography and heartwarming stories about Carolina's Romanian family, Pass the Plate will bring comfort to your kitchen and have friends and family asking for seconds. About Carolina Gelen: Carolina Gelen is a popular cookbook author and recipe developer whose recipes can be found on NYT Cooking, Food Network, Food52, and on social media @carolinagelen. Known for approachable and pantry-friendly recipes, which have resonated with millions of home cooks, Carolina's cooking style draws heavily from her upbringing in a small Transylvanian town. There, she learned to create resourceful recipes for everyday cooking using simple ingredients. Upon immigrating to the US in 2021, she settled in Utah after working in restaurants and resorts in Park City and falling in love with the mountains. Pass The Plate features 100 crowd-pleasing, effortlessly delicious recipes that showcase her simple-but-sophisticated style. You will find lots of pantry-friendly recipes and fun takes on classics. https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/pass-the-plate-an-author-event-with-carolina-gelen

A Workshop on Writing Your Story Your story matters – it’s time to share it! Join us for an evening of inspiration, prompts, and encouragement in a safe and non-judgmental space to support you in writing your memoir. Just bring your notebook, a pen, and the willingness to dive in. https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/writing-workshop-series-write-your-memoir-2

Join us for the Celebrating Home: Holiday Tree Show in Park City! Hosted by Habitat for Humanity of Summit and Wasatch Counties, all proceeds will benefit housing affordability in the community. Come see over two dozen beautifully decorated holiday trees, menorahs, and other holiday symbols on display. Each donated tree is designed and decorated by local businesses, designers, organizations and community groups. We also have a row of stunning gingerbread houses, kids’ activities and a pop-up holiday boutique! The Holiday Tree Show takes place December 6th and 7th at the Utah Film Studios, 4001 Kearns Boulevard, Park City. Admission and parking are free.

A guided journaling session. Have you wished for the motivation to begin your journaling practice? Do you occasionally journal but long for a more consistent and fulfilling flow? Join us for an evening of inspiration, prompts, and encouragement in a safe and non-judgmental space. This is a free community event open to all, no need to sign up in advance. Please bring a notebook and a pen (or pencil, or crayon, or anything your heart desires that will make the marks on the page). https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/writing-workshop-series-journey-in-through-journaling-2

This December, the Golden Braid Books Community Book Club is wrapping up another satisfying year of reading with the book we have all been anxiously awaiting - The Serviceberry by the ever-amazing Robin Wall Kimmerer! We will have lots in stock for its November 19th release date, so give us a call to reserve your copy today! Keep in touch with us throughout the month on our Instagram and Facebook pages, and then we’ll convene here at the Braid for our book club meeting to talk about the book, meet some new folks, and share some insights and mutual love of reading. About the book: From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Braiding Sweetgrass, a bold and inspiring vision for how to orient our lives around gratitude, reciprocity, and community, based on the lessons of the natural world. As Indigenous scientist and author of Braiding Sweetgrass Robin Wall Kimmerer harvests serviceberries alongside the birds, she considers the ethic of reciprocity that lies at the heart of the gift economy. How, she asks, can we learn from Indigenous wisdom and the plant world to reimagine what we value most? Our economy is rooted in scarcity, competition, and the hoarding of resources, and we have surrendered our values to a system that actively harms what we love. Meanwhile, the serviceberry's relationship with the natural world is an embodiment of reciprocity, interconnectedness, and gratitude. The tree distributes its wealth--its abundance of sweet, juicy berries--to meet the needs of its natural community. And this distribution insures its own survival. As Kimmerer explains, "Serviceberries show us another model, one based upon reciprocity, where wealth comes from the quality of your relationships, not from the illusion of self-sufficiency." https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/december-book-club-the-serviceberry-by-robin-wall-kimmerer