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Poetry and Prose Potluck

Presented by Babcock Performing Readers at Union Building - University of Utah

May 17, 2012

Rather than food, members bring a short poem or prose piece, original or by a favored author, to read before an appreciative audience. This evening is a perennial favorite. At this event talent is discovered and shared, so leave shyness at home and become a star. Every member is eligible but time is limited. Keep your piece to five minutes or less. ...More

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Children's Summer Reading: Guide Dogs For The Blind Children's Summer Reading: Guide Dogs For The Blind Presented by Orem Public Library at Orem Public Library June 19, 2012 Animals can be heroes, too. They can serve as faithful companions to people with disabilities. Learn about these remarkable dogs and how they are trained for their service from the Utah County Guide Dogs for the Blind.	Orem Public Library	06/19/12	Orem
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Dog Day Afternoons - Main Library Dog Day Afternoons - Main Library Presented by Salt Lake City Public Library at The City Library July 9, 2011 - Ongoing At these events, children can read to therapy animals in a positive, non-threatening environment.	Salt Lake City Public Library	07/09/11- Ongoing	Salt Lake City
Book Baby - Sweet Branch Book Baby - Sweet Branch Presented by Salt Lake City Public Library at Salt Lake City Public Library Corinne and Jack Sweet Branch June 28, 2011 - Ongoing A fun-filled sharing experience for young children (birth to age 2) and their caregivers.	Salt Lake City Public Library	06/28/11- Ongoing	Salt Lake City
Dog Day Afternoons - Day-Riverside Branch Dog Day Afternoons - Day-Riverside Branch Presented by Salt Lake City Public Library Day Riverside Branch Library at Salt Lake City Public Library Day Riverside Branch Library July 9, 2011 - Ongoing At these events, children can read to therapy animals in a positive, non-threatening environment.	Salt Lake City Public Library Day Riverside Branch Library	07/09/11- Ongoing	Salt Lake City
Preschool Storytime - Sprague Branch Preschool Storytime - Sprague Branch Presented by Salt Lake City Public Library Sprague Branch Library at Salt Lake City Public Library Sprague Branch Library June 28, 2011 - Ongoing Stories and activities for preschoolers. Ask your librarian what is planned for the coming week.	Salt Lake City Public Library Sprague Branch Library	06/28/11- Ongoing	Salt Lake City
Historic Huber Grove Tours Historic Huber Grove Tours Presented by Wasatch Mountain State Park at Wasatch Mountain State Park July 22, 2012 Come tour the historic Huber Grove and home. Visit this beautiful, peaceful area and learn about the history of this charming site.	Wasatch Mountain State Park	07/22/12	Midway