Events

Where There is LOVE... There is LIFE: An Evening of Inspiration with LaVonne Wells

Join Us for an Evening of Inspiration! *Where There is LOVE…There is LIFE* Experience the transformative power of LOVE and resilience in our upcoming event, where we’ll explore the profound topic of ‘life after the passing of a loved one’ in a heartfelt conversation with LaVonne Wells. After the passing of her daughter Kiva, LaVonne’s heart was shattered, but through courage and determination, she found healing, purpose, and a renewed zest for life. Join us for an evening of support where you’ll gain valuable tools and insights to navigate your journey. Let’s explore together how love can be a guiding light through the grief process. About LaVonne Wells: LaVonne Wells is an award-winning global speaker and love activist. She assists people in processing the passing of a loved one. Her work has emerged because of the despair she experienced through the passing of her daughter Kiva. She provides a listening ear, open heart, and support in remembering…where there is LOVE, there is life! LaVonne shares that there is no death but a continual journey that takes on a new form. She brings awareness that there is more to our existence than the physical life we are experiencing. LaVonne offers life and grief support through her group sessions and annual retreats. Private one-on-one sessions are limited and available upon request. LaVonne Wells is an expert guest for Good Things Utah on ABC4 television. A global TEDx Talk presenter. She is a reoccurring speaker for Helping Parents Heal National Conventions and the International Associations for Near-Death Studies (IANDS). She was recently nominated nationally and was in the final 4 as a "Remarkable Woman" because of assisting mothers in the community to live beyond grief—a Nexstar Media event. https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/where-there-is-love-there-is-life-an-evening-of-inspiration-with-lavonne-wells



REGGAE THURSDAY



Lakota Calysta, DJ Auracle



Alpha Wolf: Half Living Things



Tumbleweeds Annual Film Festival for Kids 2024

Discover a world of imagination and creation at Tumbleweeds 13th Annual Film Festival for Kids April 19-20, 2024 in West Jordan at the Viridian Event Center. This family-friendly event encourages kids to be curious and to take the lead in their creative learning. Tumbleweeds invite families and friends to experience storytelling through short and feature-length films, special guest presentations, enriching kid-friendly workshops taught by industry professionals, and an interactive clubhouse experience for all creators. This year's festival theme, "Finding Joy Together," reflects on friendship, teamwork, and community while celebrating our unique experiences. 🌟 Festival Highlights 🌟 4 Feature Films 2 Short Film Collections 3 Special Guest Presentations 10 Workshops for Kids 📍 Location: Viridian Event Center, West Jordan 8030 S. 1825 W. West Jordan, Ut 84088 Thank you to the Salt Lake Public Library partnership for making festival films free to all! Workshops are an additional fee of $25, and festival passes are available in a limited quantity and include discounts for workshops. Check out the Festival Schedule at: https://tumbleweedskids.org/



Holly Rowe, Working with Joy and Passion: Keys to a Successful Career

Annual Parry D. Sorensen Distinguished Lecture Friday, April 19, 2024, 6 – 8pm (Reception to follow) Red Butte Garden Orangerie 300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108 Working with Joy and Passion: Keys to a Successful Career Holly Rowe celebrates nearly 30 years as one of sports most versatile announcers. The 3 time Emmy winner was named to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2023 winning the Curt Gowdy Award. Rowe joined ESPN and ABC Sports in 1995 and has served as one of the lead reporters on ESPN Saturday Night Prime College Football, Men’s College Basketball, Women’s College Basketball and Final Four, Women’s College World Series, NCAA Volleyball Indoor and Beach National Championships, NCAA Gymnastics and the lead WNBA announce team. Rowe was named the first female analyst in Utah Jazz history in 2021. nicole.kirkham@utah.edu https://humanities.utah.edu/news/sorensen-lecture-2024.php



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Visionquest w/ Moore Kismet Black Carl! HEYZ Blookah



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Paige Fish