| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | | The Slipper and the Rose | Cache Valley Center for the Arts | 02/09/12- 02/14/12 | Logan |
The Phantom KillerPresented by Pierpont Place at Pierpont Place February 14, 2012 This Valentine's Day, someone will be murdered! Come see "The Phantom Killer" mystery dinner theater with Hunt Mysteries to play detective and find out who! Hosted at Pierpont Place, Salt Lakes's Premier Event Venue, you will get an exquisite dinner, a fun and thrilling interactive theater experience, and the option for a superb open bar for the evening. | Pierpont Place | 02/14/12 | Salt Lake City |
KEARNS COMMUNITY CELEBRATION - CELEBRATING 10 YEARS SINCE THE 2002 WINTER OLYMPICS at Utah Olympic Oval February 17, 2012
The community of Kearns “Welcomes the World” once again! Re-live the Winter Olympics with a live Parade of Nations, a Children of Light figure skating performance, sport exhibitions, a torch re-lighting with past and present Speedskating athletes, autographs and photos with athletes, and 2002 Olympic memorabilia. | | 02/17/12 | Salt Lake City |
Ogden Community Presents the 2002 Winter Games Reunion Presented by GOAL Foundation February 17, 2012 Ogden, Utah - In honor of the 10th anniversary of the 2002 Olympics the GOAL Foundation, Ogden City, Weber State University, Snowbasin Resort and the Ogden/Weber Convention and Visitors Bureau have teamed up to present the 2002 Winter Games Reunion. Special activities, entertainment and discounts will occur February 16-19, 2012 to celebrate the legacy of the world-class events, the venues and to rekindle the incredible volunteer spirit seen during the games. The greater Ogden area... | GOAL Foundation | 02/17/12 | Ogden |
Day Time MoonPresented by Utah State Parks at Wasatch Mountain State Park February 18, 2012 Join the Park Naturalist to learn why the moon has phases and how the moon affects wildlife. Head outside on snowshoes; find the moon and signs of animals in the park. | Utah State Parks | 02/18/12 | Midway |
| The Grump Meter | The King's English Bookstore | 02/18/12 | Salt Lake City |
Astronomy Program: The Life of StarsPresented by Utah State Parks at Antelope Island State Park February 18, 2012 The stars we see at night are all in various stages from birth to death. Come and explore the night sky as we discuss and observe the life cycle of stars. | Utah State Parks | 02/18/12 | Syracuse |
STARS ON ICE - CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF UTAH'S OLYMPIC LEGACY at Energy Solutions Arena February 18, 2012
Pay tribute to the success of the 2002 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in this special event featuring skating performances and memorable highlights from Salt Lake 2002. | | 02/18/12 | Salt Lake City |
10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OLYMPIC SPORT FESTIVAL - CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF UTAH'S OLYMPIC LEGACY at The Gateway February 18, 2012
On Saturday, February 18, 2012, an outdoor sport festival will be held in the streets of The Gateway shopping center in downtown Salt Lake City.
During the street festival, participants will have an opportunity to meet winter Olympic athletes, participate in interactive winter sport demonstrations and view commemorative exhibits about the 2002 Winter Games.
The festival will also serve as an official stop for the United States Olympic Committee’s (USOC)... | | 02/18/12 | Salt Lake City |
USA Fencing Association -- 2012 Junior Olympic ChampionshipsPresented by USA Fencing Association at Salt Palace Convention Center February 17-February 20, 2012 Come join us for this exciting Olympic event at the Salt Palace! And did we mention it's FREE? | USA Fencing Association | 02/17/12- 02/20/12 | Salt Lake City |
Bad Dog Arts • After-School Art ClassesPresented by Bad Dog Arts January 10-February 21, 2012 Do you love story time? There are so many adventures to be had in books, so many new worlds to explore and characters to fall in love with. In this class we will read books and use their stories, themes, and drawings as inspiration. Come and play with a variety of materials, learn new art techniques and even create your own fairy tales, plays, and puppet shows
Ages 5-6 | Bad Dog Arts | 01/10/12- 02/21/12 | Salt lake City |
Bad Dog Arts • After-School Art ClassesPresented by Bad Dog Arts January 11-February 22, 2012 Famous Artists • Ages 7-8
Explore famous artists and be inspired by the themes and techniques that dominate their work. Discover new artists that are making art right now as well as learn about historical artists who made art a long time ago. From painters to sculptors and everything in between, expand your knowledge of artists while becoming a better artist yourself | Bad Dog Arts | 01/11/12- 02/22/12 | Salt Lake city |
The Masquerade PartyPresented by Utah Arts Festival at Salt Lake Hardware Building February 25, 2012 The Utah Arts Festival presents The Masquerade Party at Salt Lake Hardware Building. It's an evening of music, dancing, great food from the Art Institute of Salt Lake City, and just-for-fun casino games all to raise funds to support the artistic programming of the Utah Arts Festival. Slip on your best masquerade mask for a chance to win great prizes. | Utah Arts Festival | 02/25/12 | Salt Lake City |
Nature of Sustainable Art Show Presented by Red Butte Garden and Arboretum at Red Butte Garden and Arboretum January 6-February 26, 2012 This indoor art exhibit showcases imaginative works from Utah artists as they celebrate the beauty of nature through the use of sustainable and recycled materials. Come see how these local artists have creatively transformed everyday items into unique works of art. | Red Butte Garden and Arboretum | 01/06/12- 02/26/12 | Salt Lake City |
Winter WednesdaysPresented by Tracy Aviary at Tracy Aviary December 7, 2011-February 29, 2012 Tracy Aviary's giving back! Enjoy free admission to Tray Aviary every Wednesday for Winter Wednesdays. | Tracy Aviary | 12/07/11- 02/29/12 | Salt Lake City |
The Nature of Things Lecture: Dr. Brian GreenePresented by Natural History Museum of Utah - Rio Tinto Center at Kingsbury Hall - University of Utah February 29, 2012 Dr. Brian Greene can distill impossibly complex theoretical physics, like the concept of the multiverse, into a form we can all understand. He is dedicated to sharing science stories with broad audiences to combat perceptions of science as cold, distant, or irrelevant. Understanding the transformative power of science, he argues, like great music, art, or literature, should be considered an indispensable part of what makes life worth living. | Natural History Museum of Utah - Rio Tinto Center | 02/29/12 | Salt Lake City |
FREE Fitness ClassDecember 28, 2011-March 1, 2012 Yes it is really FREE every time. Reserve your spot TODAY!! Be Active Club is currently offering FREE fitness classes at the Farr West Recreation Center in an effort to help improve physical fitness levels of all ages. It is important for everyone (even kids) to be active to promote good health. Participating in Be Active Club as an individual or as a family can be a fun way to get moving. The Be Active Club teaches cardio kickboxing and is designed for ages 13 and older. The Be Active... | | 12/28/11- 03/01/12 | Ogden |
Otters' 2nd Birthday CelebrationPresented by The Living Planet Aquarium at The Living Planet Aquarium March 5, 2012 Their three male river otters turn two today! Help them wish the otters a Happy Birthday! Enjoy otter themed activities, birthday cake and watch the otters enjoy a special birthday treat! | The Living Planet Aquarium | 03/05/12 | Sandy |
| Off'Spring' Fling | The Living Planet Aquarium | 03/22/12- 03/23/12 | Sandy |
Salt Lake City Nerd 2012Presented by The Complex at The Complex March 24, 2012 Produced by Gangrene Productions and sponsored by mediaRif, Nightflight Comics, and The Complex, with live performances by Funktoast, Rev Mayhem, Rotten Musicians, Baby Ghosts and more. | The Complex | 03/24/12 | Salt Lake City |
World Horror ConventionPresented by World Horror Society at Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown March 29-April 1, 2012 The World Horror Convention is an annual gathering of professionals in the horror industry; publishers, authors, artists, musicians, filmmakers, dealers and, of course, horror fans. WHC serves as both an industry insider's networking event and a chance for fans of the genre to get together, meet some of the creative talents in the field, and generally spend a weekend celebrating All Things Scary. | World Horror Society | 03/29/12- 04/01/12 | Salt Lake City |
| Free Monday at the Natural Histroy Museum of Utah | Natural History Museum of Utah - Rio Tinto Center | 04/09/12 | Salt Lake City |
| Free Monday at the Natural Histroy Museum of Utah | Natural History Museum of Utah - Rio Tinto Center | 04/09/12 | Salt Lake City |
Earth DayPresented by The Living Planet Aquarium at The Living Planet Aquarium April 22, 2012 Earth Day broadens the base of support for environmental programs, rekindles public commitment and builds community activism around the world through a broad range of events and activities. | The Living Planet Aquarium | 04/22/12 | Sandy |
World Penguin DayPresented by The Living Planet Aquarium at The Living Planet Aquarium April 25, 2012 Our flightless, flippered friends of the Southern Hemisphere have just one request today. They ask simply that we express our admiration for them, maybe ooh and ahh a bit-oh, yeah, and while they're at it, just for today, they would like them to not imitate their ever-so-graceful manner of waddling. Also, you know, belly sliding is perfectly normal. | The Living Planet Aquarium | 04/25/12 | Sandy |
| ZAP Free Day-Arbor Day | Red Butte Garden and Arboretum | 04/27/12 | Salt Lake City |
Half MarathonPresented by Thanksgiving Point at Thanksgiving Point April 28, 2012 Thanksgiving Point's 3rd annual Half Marathon, 5K, and KIDS 1-Mile Run benefits the recently announced Museum of Natural Curiosity. | Thanksgiving Point | 04/28/12 | Lehi |
Ring Around the RosePresented by Repertory Dance Theatre at Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center September 10, 2011-May 12, 2012 Ring Around the Rose is Repertory Dance Theatre's wiggle-friendly series of performances for children and families that explores the magical world of the arts, including dance, theatre, music and storytelling. Ring Around the Rose is made possible in part by grants from the Utah Arts Council, National Endowment for the Arts, Salt Lake City Arts Council, and the Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts and Parks program. | Repertory Dance Theatre | 09/10/11- 05/12/12 | Salt Lake City |
Endangered Species DayPresented by The Living Planet Aquarium at The Living Planet Aquarium May 18, 2012 Endangered Species Day is an opportunity for people young and old to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species and everyday actions that people can take to help protect their nation's disappearing wildlife and last remaining open space. Protecting America's wildlife and plants today is a legacy they leave to their children and grandchildren, so that all Americans can experience the rich variety of native species that help to define their nation. | The Living Planet Aquarium | 05/18/12 | Sandy |
Keynote Speaker The Big Year birder, Greg Miller Presented by Great Salt Lake Bird Festival at Davis County Legacy Events Center May 18-May 19, 2012 Great Salt Lake Bird Festival is excited to announce the 2012 Keynote Speaker will be The Big Year birder, Greg Miller. Miller is portrayed by actor Jack Black in the new comedy movie, The Big Year about the world of competitive birding. He also appears as an extra in the film. | Great Salt Lake Bird Festival | 05/18/12- 05/19/12 | Farmington |
14th Annual Great Salt Lake Bird FestivalPresented by Davis County Community and Economic Development at Davis County Legacy Events Center May 17-May 21, 2012 The 14th annual Great Salt Lake Bird Festival announces its 2012 Student Art Contest, sponsored in part by a grant from the Davis County Commissioners' Cup Golf Tournament and Rio Tinto Kennecott Utah Copper. All Utah students from kindergarten to 12th grade are invited to submit an original drawing or painting in color of a Black-crowned Night Heron using personal observation, field guides, or Internet resources to research their artwork. | Davis County Community and Economic Development | 05/17/12- 05/21/12 | Farmington |
Notion of MotionPresented by Thanksgiving Point at Thanksgiving Point July 1, 2011-June 1, 2012 Thanksgiving Point's Museum of Ancient Life will open a new interactive science exhibit, "Notion of Motion". The exhibit will feature a variety of fun, hands-on activities relating to the principle of motion through June 2012 as part of Thanksgiving Point exclusive five-year agreement with the Exploratorium Network, a prestigious national partnership that provides traveling hands-on exhibits to engage children and adults in the areas of science, art and human perception. | Thanksgiving Point | 07/01/11- 06/01/12 | Lehi |
| World Oceans Day | The Living Planet Aquarium | 06/08/12 | Sandy |
| Utah Arts Festival | Utah Arts Festival | 06/21/12- 06/24/12 | Salt Lake City |
Creative KidsPresented by Discovery Gateway at Discovery Gateway July 6, 2011-June 27, 2012 Children can explore their inner artist through creative work with a variety of materials, including paint, clay, and glue at Creative Kids, a half-hour class for children ages 2-5 years. | Discovery Gateway | 07/06/11- 06/27/12 | Salt Lake City |
Little ScientistPresented by Discovery Gateway at Discovery Gateway July 7, 2011-June 28, 2012 At Little Scientist, a half-hour class for children ages 2-5 years, children are encouraged to ask questions about nature and to seek answers by collecting things, counting and measuring, making observations, and experimenting. | Discovery Gateway | 07/07/11- 06/28/12 | Salt Lake City |
Amazing Me! Presented by Discovery Gateway at Discovery Gateway July 1, 2011-June 29, 2012 At Amazing Me!, a half-hour class for children, children will participate in variety of health, safety, and self-esteem building activities. | Discovery Gateway | 07/01/11- 06/29/12 | Salt Lake City |
National Wildlife DayPresented by The Living Planet Aquarium at The Living Planet Aquarium September 4, 2012 National Wildlife Day serves to bring awareness to the number of endangered animals nationally, as well as globally, that need to be preserved and rescued from their demise each year. | The Living Planet Aquarium | 09/04/12 | Sandy |
Wild Stampede 5K Run and Kids DashPresented by Utah's Hogle Zoo at Utah's Hogle Zoo September 29, 2012 Help save wildlife! Put on your running shoes and join us for a fun 5k fundraiser! The Utah Chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers, in partnership with Utah's Hogle Zoo and along with Sports Am L.L.C., is proud to host our third annual "Wild Stampede- 5K Run and Walk for Wildlife". | Utah's Hogle Zoo | 09/29/12 | Salt Lake City |
Haunted RainforestPresented by The Living Planet Aquarium at The Living Planet Aquarium October 29, 2012 Journey To South America' will be transformed into the Haunted Rainforest! Bring your family through the depths of the spooky rainforest where you will encounter man-eating piranha, giant anacondas and Goliath bird-eating spiders! This is a great way to kick of your Halloween night festivities. | The Living Planet Aquarium | 10/29/12 | Sandy |
| Halloween Spooktacular! | The Living Planet Aquarium | 10/31/12 | Sandy |
GEORGE ECCLES 2002 OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES MUSEUM AT UTAH OLYMPIC PARK at Utah Olympic Park January 29-December 31, 2012
Joe Quinney Winter Sport Center, Utah Olympic Park
Daily 10am-6pm New exhibit featuring 2002 Olympic Winter Games Photographs and Memorabilia.
| | 01/29/12- 12/31/12 | Park City |
| Book Baby | Salt Lake City Public Library | 06/28/11- Ongoing | Salt Lake City |
| Book Baby | Salt Lake City Public Library | 04/21/09- Ongoing | Salt Lake City |
| Book Baby | Salt Lake City Public Library | 06/28/11- Ongoing | Salt Lake City |
| After School Storytime | Salt Lake City Public Library | 06/28/11- Ongoing | Salt Lake City |
| Book Baby - Day-Riverside Branch | Salt Lake City Public Library Day Riverside Branch Library | 06/28/11- Ongoing | Salt Lake City |
| Book Baby - Chapman | Salt Lake City Public Library | 06/28/11- Ongoing | Salt Lake City |
Wildlife WednesdaysPresented by Ogden Nature Center at Ogden Nature Center July 9, 2011 - Ongoing A Wildlife Educator from the Ogden Nature Center will present a short talk about one of the native animal species that call the Ogden Nature Center home. | Ogden Nature Center | 07/09/11- Ongoing | Ogden |
| Preschool Storytime at the Sprague Branch | Salt Lake City Public Library | 06/28/11- Ongoing | Salt Lake City |