Another Week in Cedar City
May 16TH – 22ND 2011
Provided by the Cedar City ~ Brian Head Tourism Bureau & Visitor Center, 435-586-5124
Events are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to check times, dates and location.
Monday, 16TH
SUU’s Ashcroft Observatory, free star-gazing, located on the hilltop just south of the SUU Farm on Westview Drive (Hwy 56 W to Westview Drive). Open 9pm to 11pm, interested parties should plan on arriving at the observatory just as the sun sets. For more information and time call 435-586-1409.
Toadz Talent Showcase, held from 9pm to 1am at Toadz (432 N 100 W, Cedar City) $4 cover charge. All performers are welcome, hosted by Pablo “Of the Mountain” Schwartz. For more info call 435-867-8988.
Tuesday, 17TH
3-Inch Art Show, Featuring area elementary school students (K – 5th grade) 3-inch art work, held from noon to 7:00pm Tuesday – Saturday in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) FREE admission. For more information 435-586-5432 or visit www.suu.edu/pva/artgallery/
Appreciation Dinner for the 222nd held in the Lions Park (89 S 300 E, Parowan) from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. No cost. Dinner will include cake, salads, hot dogs, chips & drinks.
Wednesday, 18TH
3-Inch Art Show, Featuring area elementary school students (K – 5th grade) 3-inch art work, held from noon to 7:00pm Tuesday – Saturday in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) FREE admission. For more information 435-586-5432 or visit www.suu.edu/pva/artgallery/
Cedar Square Dancing Classes begin at 7pm in the Senior Center (489 E 200 South, Cedar City). The first class is free, cost after is $7 a couple or $3.50 a person. For more information please call Pat and Hazel Matthews 435-867-9210 or 435-531-6811.
Open Mic night, (unless something else coincides) at 8pm at Groovacious (173 N 100 W, Cedar City) and is FREE to attend. Open to all musicians, poets, actors or egomaniacs, anyone who wants to perform in front of a live audience and improve their stage skills. For more info call 435-867-9800.
Thursday, 19TH
1st Annual Women’s Rugby Tournament presented by the Utah Summer Games For information on how and when to register call 801-636-6393 or 801-574-3105 or go online: www.utahsummergames.org.
3-Inch Art Show, Featuring area elementary school students (K – 5th grade) 3-inch art work, held from noon to 7:00pm Tuesday – Saturday in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) FREE admission. For more information 435-586-5432 or visit www.suu.edu/pva/artgallery/
Friday, 20TH
1st Annual Women’s Rugby Tournament presented by the Utah Summer Games For information on how and when to register call 801-636-6393 or 801-574-3105 or go online: www.utahsummergames.org.
3-Inch Art Show, Featuring area elementary school students (K – 5th grade) 3-inch art work, held from noon to 7:00pm Tuesday – Saturday in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) FREE admission. For more information 435-586-5432 or visit www.suu.edu/pva/artgallery/
Friday Music Memories held 2pm to 4pm at Emerald Pointe (995 S Regency Rd, Cedar City) FREE program for music lovers with a variety of musicians from Iron County. Come sing along, dance and have fun. Everyone is welcome and refreshments are served. For more information call Flora 435-867-0055.
6th Annual Cedar City Business Expo, Held in the Sharwan Smith Center Ballroom (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) open to the public from 2:30pm to 8:00pm. Admission is FREE and includes entertainment and prizes. For more information call 435-586-4484 or visit www.cedarcitychamber.com.
Lil’ Britches Rodeo held at 6pm in the Cross Hollow Event Center (Cedar City), six event rodeo for 18yrs and younger. For information call Chris 435-586-9015.
Live music featuring ‘Erik The Red’ at 9:00pm at Mikes Tavern (90 Hoover Ave, Cedar City). $5 cover charge. For information call 435-867-5990.
Live Band every Friday Night held at 9pm at Toadz (432 N 100 W, Cedar City). Come see the Best of Southern Utah Band Talent as well as Nationally Touring Bands coming through town. For information call 435-867-8988.
Off the Cuff is the premier Improv Comedy Theatre Company performing short and long form improv at 10pm at Fun Tim Inflatables (1450 W 593 N, Cedar City). Admission is $5 students and $7 regular admission. For information visit www.otccomedy.com.
Saturday, 21ST
Cedar Breaks National Monument Anticipated Summer Season Opens. Join in ranger led hikes, geology programs, interactive exhibits and more. Kids: become a junior ranger. For information call 435-586-9451, 435-586-0787 or visit www.nps.gov/cebr.
1st Annual Women’s Rugby Tournament presented by the Utah Summer Games For information on how and when to register call 801-636-6393 or 801-574-3105 or go online: www.utahsummergames.org.
Art Exhibit: “Edge of the Rez: A celebration of in-laws and ancestors” held at the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum (635 N Main St, Cedar City) Monday – Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Exhibit will feature paintings, felt wall hanging, and sculptures by Suzan Rasmussen & Maggie Harrison. For information call 435-586-9290.
6th Annual Cedar City Business Expo, Held in the Sharwan Smith Center Ballroom (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) open to the public from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Admission is FREE and includes entertainment and prizes. For more information call 435-586-4484 or visit www.cedarcitychamber.com.
3-Inch Art Show, Featuring area elementary school students (K – 5th grade) 3-inch art work, held from noon to 7:00pm Tuesday – Saturday in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) FREE admission. For more information 435-586-5432 or visit www.suu.edu/pva/artgallery/
Opening Reception Art Exhibit: “Edge of the Rez: A celebration of in-laws and ancestors” held at the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum (635 N Main St, Cedar City) 3:00pm to 6:00pm. Exhibit will feature paintings, felt wall hanging, and sculptures by Suzan Rasmussen & Maggie Harrison. For information call 435-586-9290.
Lil’ Britches Rodeo held at 6pm in the Cross Hollow Event Center (Cedar City), six event rodeo for 18yrs and younger. For information call Chris 435-586-9015.
Live Music at 8pm at Groovacious (173 N 100 W, Cedar City) featuring ‘Nikki Forova’ admission is $5 at the door. For information call 435-867-9800 or visit www.nikkiforova.com.
May in Cedar City
“WHAT’S HAPPENING MAY 2011”
Provided by the Cedar City ~ Brian Head Tourism Bureau, 435-586-5124
Events are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to check times, dates and location.
SUU’s Ashcroft Observatory, free star-gazing, located on the hilltop just south of the SUU Farm on Westview Drive (Hwy 56 W to Westview Drive). Open 9:00pm to 11:00pm, interested parties should plan on arriving at the observatory just as the sun sets. For more information and time call 435-586-1409.
Toadz Talent Showcase, held from 9:00pm to 1:00am at Toadz (432 N 100 W, Cedar City) $4 cover charge. All performers are welcome, hosted by Pablo “Of the Mountain” Schwartz. For more info call 435-867-8988.
May (every Wednesday)
Cedar Square Dancing Classes begin at 7:00pm in the Senior Center (489 E 200 South, Cedar City). The first class is free, cost after is $7 a couple or $3.50 a person. For more information please call Pat and Hazel Matthews 435-867-9210 or 435-531-6811.
Open Mic night, (unless something else coincides) at 8:00pm at Groovacious (173 N 100 W, Cedar City) and is FREE to attend. Open to all musicians, poets, actors or egomaniacs, anyone who wants to perform in front of a live audience and improve their stage skills. For more info call 435-867-9800.
May (every Friday)
Friday Music Memories held 2:00pm to 4:00pm at Emerald Pointe (995 S Regency Rd, Cedar City) FREE program for music lovers with a variety of musicians from Iron County. Come sing along, dance and have fun. Everyone is welcome and refreshments are served. For more information call Flora 435-867-0055.
Live Band every Friday Night held at 9:00pm at Toadz (432 N 100 W, Cedar City). Come see the Best of Southern Utah Band Talent as well as Nationally Touring Bands coming through town. For information call 435-867-8988.
Off the Cuff is the premier Improv Comedy Theatre Company performing short and long form improv at 10pm at Fun Tim Inflatables (1450 W 593 N, Cedar City). Admission is $5 students and $7 regular admission. For more information visit www.otccomedy.com.
May 1
In Jubilo-Women’s Choir Choral Concert held at 7:30pm in the Heritage Theater (105 N 100 E, Cedar City). Admission is Free. For more information call 435-586-4590.
Cedar City Spring Fling Carnival held at 1017 N Main St, Cedar City (across from Parkway Motors) 5:00pm Thursday & Friday and 12:00pm (noon) Saturday and Sunday. Ride, Play & Eat: Mom or dad can ride all day with ticketed child $10 with $3 in food or game tokens. Single tickets $1.50, 10 ticket sheet $14.00 or unlimited rides $18 (includes unlimited rides & 5 food or game tokens).
May 2
Benefit Community Night held 4:00pm to 9:00pm at Canyon View High School (166 W 1925 N, Cedar City) proceeds will benefit Jarom Hlebasko, paralyzed in an accident in Nov. 2000, undergo a new stem-cell procedure to help improve his life. The event will include several local groups performing, children’s carnival ($5 for unlimited activities or $1 per ticket), spaghetti dinner (salad and bread – $7 adults, $5 children or $25 family of five), pizza dinner ($2 per slice or $4 pizza & salad), drinks $1, silent auction, and an Extreme Zumba party will be from 8:00pm to 9:00pm. Admission to the event is $3 per person.
May 4
OSU: Suzuki Strings Concert held at 7:00pm in the Heritage Theater (105 N 100 E, Cedar City) admission is a suggested $5 donation. Suzuki Strings students, age 4 through adult, perform on violin, viola, and cello. Music ranges from classical composers such as Bach and Boccherini to fiddle tunes like Irish Washerwoman and Tennessee Waltz. For information call 435-586-2286.
May 5
Utah Summer Games & SUU School of Continuing & Professional Studies Open House held 3:00pm to 7:00pm at 136 W University Blvd, Cedar City. Come see the new office for the Utah Summer Games and SUU School of Continuing & Professional Studies, meet the Utah Jazz BEAR, enjoy refreshment provided by Costa Vida, Coca-cola Bottling Company & Lin’s Market, fun and games provided by Cedar City Lions Club, and Music provided by Cherry Creek Media (3:00pm to 5:00pm) and Canyon Media “Gives Back” (5:00pm to 7:00pm).
May 6
Shrine Circus – A One-Ring Circus Ensemble held in the Parowan High School Auditorium (50 W 100 N, Parowan) at 7:00pm. Admission is $9 adults and $7 children, Family passes available for 2 adults and 3 kids $30 – tickets are available at the Parowan Cafe. Proceeds benefit El Kalah Shrine Center. The circus will showcase trapeze, rope walking, a five – person juggling act, contortion, unicycle, original clowning, and audience participation.
May 6 – 7
Southern Utah University 2011 Commencement at the Centrum Arena (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City).
Community Presbyterian Church Rummage Sale held at the Presbyterian Church (2279 N Wedgewood Ln, Fiddler’s Canyon, Cedar City) from 8am-7pm. Crafts and baked goods will also be for sale.
May 7
International Migratory Bird Day beginning at 8:00am in the Main Street Park (corner of 200 N and Main St, Cedar City), come learn about birds, bird conservation and their habitats, FREE. For information call Sheri Whitfield 435-817-2750.
Parowan Community Arbor Day Planting held 10:00am to 2:00pm. Meet at the Iron County Fairgrounds to finish tree planting at Soccer Fields. Start Tree Planting at Parowan City Cemetery Addition. Bring appropriate tools and sack lunch. For information call Vern Fridley 435-559-6751.
Live music featuring ‘Sons of Mothers’ at 9:00pm at Mikes Tavern (90 Hoover Ave, Cedar City). $5 cover charge. For information call 435-867-5990.
May 10
Children’s Story Time held from 12:30pm – 1pm at the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum (635 N. Main St, Cedar City). FREE. For information call 435-586-9290.
May 12 – 21
3-Inch Art Show Featuring area elementary school students (K – 5th grade) 3-inch art work, held from noon to 7pm Tuesday – Saturday in the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City) admission is FREE. For more information 435-586-5432 or visit www.suu.edu/pva/artgallery/
May 13
Salute the Troops Benefit Show held 8:00pm at Toadz Bar (432 N 100 W, Cedar City) featuring ‘Aura Surreal,’ ‘Son’s of Mother’s,’ ‘The Western Bonecleavers,’ ‘Bottled Monkey,’ and ‘Juniper City.’ Admission is $7 at the door. Anyone wanting to make a contribution but can’t make it please have them call me at 435-590-7525. For information call 435-867-8988.
May 14
Native Plant Sale held 9:00am to 12:00pm (noon) in the Iron County Visitor Center Parking Lot (581 N Main St, Cedar City). Native plants, along with adapted species of plants, which will flourish in Iron County, will be on sale. For more information call Marguerite Smith 435-867-5487.
May 19 – 21
1st Annual Women’s Rugby Tournament presented by the Utah Summer Games For information on how and when to register call 801-636-6393 or 801-574-3105 or go online: www.utahsummergames.org.
May 20 – 21
Cedar City Business Expo Held in the Sharwan Smith Center (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City). Time TBA. Admission is FREE and includes entertainment and prizes. For more information call 435-586-4484 or visit www.cedarcitychamber.com
Lil’ Britches Rodeo held at 6pm in the Cross Hollow Event Center (Cedar City), six event rodeo for 18yrs and younger. For information call Chris 435-586-9015.
May 21
Cedar Breaks National Monument Anticipated Summer Season Opens. Join in ranger led hikes, geology programs, interactive exhibits and more. Kids: become a junior ranger. For information call 435-586-9451, 435-586-0787 or visit www.nps.gov/cebr.
Art Exhibit Opening Reception: “Edge of the Rez: A celebration of in-laws and ancestors” held at the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum (635 N Main St, Cedar City) 3:00pm to 6:00pm. Exhibit will feature paintings, felt wall hanging, and sculptures by Suzan Rasmussen & Maggie Harrison. For information call 435-586-9290.
Live Music at 8pm at Groovacious (173 N 100 W, Cedar City) featuring ‘Nikki Forova’ admission is $5 at the door. For information call 435-867-9800 or visit www.nikkiforova.com.
May 21 – June 28
Art Exhibit: “Edge of the Rez: A celebration of in-laws and ancestors” held at the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum (635 N Main St, Cedar City) Monday – Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Exhibit will feature paintings, felt wall hanging, and sculptures by Suzan Rasmussen & Maggie Harrison. For information call 435-586-9290.
May 30
Memorial Day Recognition and Veteran’s Memorial Service Held at the Cedar City Cemetery at 9am and includes a Piper drum and bagpipe band, military salute, flag raising and lowering, and a short talk by an honored veteran. A Memorial Day Program is also held at Parowan Cemetery. All are welcome.
Another week in Cedar City
“WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK”
May 2ND – 8TH 2011
Provided by the Cedar City ~ Brian Head Tourism Bureau & Visitor Center, 435-586-5124
Events are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to check times, dates and location.
Monday, 2ND
Benefit Community Night held 4:00pm to 9:00pm at Canyon View High School (166 W 1925 N, Cedar City) proceeds will benefit Jarom Hlebasko, paralyzed in an accident in Nov. 2000, undergo a new stem-cell procedure to help improve his life. The event will include several local groups performing, children’s carnival ($5 for unlimited activities or $1 per ticket), spaghetti dinner (salad and bread – $7 adults, $5 children or $25 family of five), pizza dinner ($2 per slice or $4 pizza & salad), drinks $1, silent auction, and an Extreme Zumba party will be from 8:00pm to 9:00pm. Admission to the event is $3 per person.
SUU’s Ashcroft Observatory, free star-gazing, located on the hilltop just south of the SUU Farm on Westview Drive (Hwy 56 W to Westview Drive). Open 9pm to 11pm, interested parties should plan on arriving at the observatory just as the sun sets. For more information and time call 435-586-1409.
Toadz Talent Showcase, held from 9pm to 1am at Toadz (432 N 100 W, Cedar City) $4 cover charge. All performers are welcome, hosted by Pablo “Of the Mountain” Schwartz. For more info call 435-867-8988.
Tuesday, 3RD
Wednesday, 4TH
OSU: Suzuki Strings Concert held at 7:00pm in the Heritage Theater (105 N 100 E, Cedar City) admission is a suggested $5 donation. Suzuki Strings students, age 4 through adult, perform on violin, viola, and cello. Music ranges from classical composers such as Bach and Boccherini to fiddle tunes like Irish Washerwoman and Tennessee Waltz. For information call 435-586-2286.
Cedar Square Dancing Classes begin at 7pm in the Senior Center (489 E 200 South, Cedar City). The first class is free, cost after is $7 a couple or $3.50 a person. For more information please call Pat and Hazel Matthews 435-867-9210 or 435-531-6811.
Open Mic night, (unless something else coincides) at 8pm at Groovacious (173 N 100 W, Cedar City) and is FREE to attend. Open to all musicians, poets, actors or egomaniacs, anyone who wants to perform in front of a live audience and improve their stage skills. For more info call 435-867-9800.
Thursday, 5TH
Friday, 6TH
Southern Utah University 2011 Commencement at the Centrum Arena (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City).
Community Presbyterian Church Rummage Sale held at the Presbyterian Church (2279 N Wedgewood Ln, Fiddler’s Canyon, Cedar City) from 8:00am-7:00pm. Crafts and baked goods will also be for sale.
Cedar Breaks National Monument YURT / Winter Ranger Station. (Based on volunteer availability, call in advance) Visit spectacular Cedar Breaks National Monument in winter by snowmobile, cross country ski’s or snowshoes. For information call 435-586-9451 or visit www.nps.gov/cebr.
Friday Music Memories held 2pm to 4pm at Emerald Pointe (995 S Regency Rd, Cedar City) FREE program for music lovers with a variety of musicians from Iron County. Come sing along, dance and have fun. Everyone is welcome and refreshments are served. For more information call Flora 435-867-0055.
Shrine Circus – A One-Ring Circus Ensemble held in the Parowan High School Auditorium (50 W 100 N, Parowan) at 7:00pm. Admission is $9 adults and $7 children, Family passes available for 2 adults and 3 kids $30 – tickets are available at the Parowan Cafe. Proceeds benefit El Kalah Shrine Center. The circus will showcase trapeze, rope walking, a five – person juggling act, contortion, unicycle, original clowning, and audience participation.
Live Band every Friday Night held at 9pm at Toadz (432 N 100 W, Cedar City). Come see the Best of Southern Utah Band Talent as well as Nationally Touring Bands coming through town. For information call 435-867-8988.
Off the Cuff is the premier Improv Comedy Theatre Company performing short and long form improv at 10pm at Fun Tim Inflatables (1450 W 593 N, Cedar City). Admission is $5 students and $7 regular admission. For information visit www.otccomedy.com.
Saturday, 7TH
Southern Utah University 2011 Commencement at the Centrum Arena (SUU Campus, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City).
International Migratory Bird Day 8:00am in the Main Street Park (corner of 200 N and Main St, Cedar City), come learn about birds, bird conservation and their habitats, FREE. For information call Sheri Whitfield 435-817-2750.
Community Presbyterian Church Rummage Sale held at the Presbyterian Church (2279 N Wedgewood Ln, Fiddler’s Canyon, Cedar City) from 8:00am-7:00pm. Crafts and baked goods will also be for sale.
Cedar Breaks National Monument YURT / Winter Ranger Station. (Based on volunteer availability, call in advance) Visit spectacular Cedar Breaks National Monument in winter by snowmobile, cross country ski’s or snowshoes. For information call 435-586-9451 or visit www.nps.gov/cebr.
Live music featuring ‘Sons of Mothers’ at 9:00pm at Mikes Tavern (90 Hoover Ave, Cedar City). $5 cover charge. For information call 435-867-5990.
Sunday, 8TH
Cedar Breaks National Monument YURT / Winter Ranger Station. (Based on volunteer availability, call in advance) Visit spectacular Cedar Breaks National Monument in winter by snowmobile, cross country ski’s or snowshoes. For information call 435-586-9451 or visit www.nps.gov/cebr.
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