Community Calendar

Our Community Calendar is a volunteer-run resource offered to all qualified nonprofits. Community Calendar events are highlighted live, on-air throughout the day on KCPW. Featured events are chosen at random. You will also find all current Community Calendar events listed here at kcpw.org.

The Community Calendar also has a physical home. Following the criteria listed below, mail or bring professional materials (no handwritten signs please) promoting your event to the KCPW studios at 210 East 400 South, Suite 10, Salt Lake City, UT 84111. We’ll happily hang them in our window for all Library Square traffic to see.

To submit an event to the Community Calendar, the event must meet the following criteria:

  • The event must take place in Utah.
  • The organization promoting the event  must be a qualified 501(c)(3) charity or political subdivision.
  • The event cannot promote a religious organization or individual.

If your event meets these criteria, click “Post Your Event” below. Include your contact information in case we have any questions. Otherwise, your event may not get published.

We encourage you to make the most of your post by adding a featured image and links to your organization.  Utilize the provided field boxes (i.e. location, ticket information) to display information as accurately and quickly as possible.

Please do not submit duplicate postings for the same event. If you are posting a class or workshop that requires registration, list just the first instance in the date and time, and include the details for subsequent classes in the description.

NOTE:  approved events are typically posted to the Community Calendar within seven days of your submission.

Please submit requests at least 14 days before your event – listings read on-air are chosen at random, the week of the event.

Technical issues? Please email comments@kcpw.org.

Mar
26
Sun
Call for Entries: Be Part of the Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival! @ Craft Lake City
Mar 26 all-day
Call for Entries: Be Part of the Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival! @ Craft Lake City

APPLY TODAY to be part of the 15th Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival Presented By Harmons! The Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival is Utah’s largest local-centric art, music, science and technology festival. By being part of DIY Fest, you can display and sell your handcrafted wares, connect with an incredibly talented group of other local makers, artisans, vintage vendors, foodies, youth entrepreneurs, performers, & STEM exhibitors — all while building your business & befriending thousands of local dedicated DIY Fest patrons! Applications are open to Utah residents until Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. MST.

Learn more & apply here: https://craftlakecity.com/diy-festival-2023/
Learn more about DIY Fest Scholarships here: https://craftlakecity.com/diy-fest-inclusion/

Apr
5
Wed
Award Winning Film “All That Breathes” Free Screening and Post Discussion Presented by Utah Film Center @ The City Library
Apr 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Award Winning Film "All That Breathes" Free Screening and Post Discussion Presented by Utah Film Center @ The City Library |  |  |

Join the Utah Film Center on Wednesday, April 5 at 7 pm at The City Library in downtown Salt Lake for a free film screening of the award-winning documentary, All That Breathes.

Presented as part of the Utah Film Center’s Through the Lens Spring Series and in partnership with KUER’s Radiowest, All That Breathes documents the story of two brothers who fall in love with the black kite bird in one of the world’s most populated cities, New Dehli.

This mesmerizing story follows the “kite brothers” as they care for thousands of creatures sick from smog-choked skies in their makeshift bird hospital inside the tiny basement of their home. As environmental toxicity and civil unrest escalate, the relationship between this Muslim family and the neglected kite forms a poetic chronicle of the city’s collapsing ecology and rising social tensions.

We invite you to stay after the screening as KUER’s Radiowest host, Doug Fabrizio, hosts an engaging conversation with film director, Shaunak Sen about the restorative efforts despite dealing with some of the world’s poorest air quality.

Register for this Free event at:

ALL THAT BREATHES

Watch the movie trailer at:

Apr
6
Thu
Black, Bold & Brilliant “The Sacrifice Zone” Free Film Screening & Discussion @ The City Library
Apr 6 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Black, Bold & Brilliant "The Sacrifice Zone" Free Film Screening & Discussion @ The City Library |  |  |

As part of our Black, Bold & Brilliant series, Utah Film Center, in partnership with KRCL is excited to announce our upcoming film screening and post-discussion of The Sacrifice Zone. Join us Thursday, April 6 from 7-9 pm at The City Library in Downtown Salt Lake City and watch this compelling story of the one-mile stretch in Newark, New Jersey known as Chemical Corridor – Doremus Avenue.

This toxic stretch of land borders the Ironbound neighborhood, where Portuguese, Brazilian, Central American, and African American residents are separated from toxic substances by no more than a railroad. The Sacrifice Zone follows Maria as she leads a group of environmental justice fighters determined to break the cycle of poor communities of color serving as dumping grounds for our consumer society with one of the most effective environmental organizations in the country.

We invite you to stay after the screening for a Black, Bold & Brilliant team post-film Q&A featuring film subjects.

Get your Free tickets at:
https://utahfilmcenter.org/event/the-sacrifice-zone/

Watch trailer at:

Apr
7
Fri
Black, Bold & Brilliant “The Sacrifice Zone” Virtual Film Screening @ Online/ Virtual
Apr 7 @ 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Black, Bold & Brilliant "The Sacrifice Zone" Virtual Film Screening @ Online/ Virtual

Free online event: Maria Lopez-Nuñez, a Honduran American is waging a war for environmental justice against one of the most toxic neighborhoods in the country.

As part of our Black, Bold & Brilliant series, Utah Film Center, in partnership with KRCL is excited to announce our upcoming film screening and post-discussion of The Sacrifice Zone. Join us for this virtual screening available online from April 7th through May 7th and watch this compelling story of the one-mile stretch in Newark, New Jersey known as Chemical Corridor – Doremus Avenue.

This toxic stretch of land borders the Ironbound neighborhood, where Portuguese, Brazilian, Central American, and African American residents are separated from toxic substances by no more than a railroad. The Sacrifice Zone follows Maria as she leads a group of environmental justice fighters determined to break the cycle of poor communities of color serving as dumping grounds for our consumer society with one of the most effective environmental organizations in the country.

Reserve your spot at:

THE SACRIFICE ZONE (virtual screening)

Watch movie trailer at:

Apr
15
Sat
Free Film Screening: Al Helm Martin Luther King in Palestine @ First Unitarian Church
Apr 15 @ 7:00 pm
Free Film Screening: Al Helm Martin Luther King in Palestine @ First Unitarian Church |  |  |

“The glorious strains of gospel music wash over the West Bank in Field’s potent film. As the Palestinian National Theater and an African-American choir mount a touring play about Martin Luther King Jr., written by Stanford Professor and King scholar Clayborne Carson, an impassioned cultural exchange ensues, new friendships are forged and attitudes are altered.” –Clarity Films

Apr
19
Wed
Is Public Health Broken? League of Women Voters Salt Lake General Meeting @ Salt Lake County Building -- Room N2-800
Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm
Is Public Health Broken? League of Women Voters Salt Lake General Meeting @ Salt Lake County Building -- Room N2-800 |  |  |

League of Women Voters Salt Lake April General Meeting will host Dr. Angela Dunn, Executive Director of Salt Lake County Health Department and Prof. Phillip Singer of U of Utah Department of Public Science. They will discuss Is Public Health Broken? What did we learn from COVID? Has politics destroyed our public health system? Will we be ready for the next pandemic? or earthquake?

Apr
22
Sat
Tumbleweeds Film Festival for Kids 2023 @ Viridian Event Center
Apr 22 @ 10:00 am – Apr 23 @ 7:30 pm
Tumbleweeds Film Festival for Kids 2023 @ Viridian Event Center |  |  |

Journey with us as Utah Film Center explores “Our Magical World” at its 12th annual Tumbleweeds Film Festival for Kids — April 22nd & 23rd at the Viridian Event Center in West Jordan.

In this two-day, family-friendly event, kids are encouraged to be curious and take charge of their creative learning. Tumbleweeds welcome kids ages 4 and up to experience storytelling through cutting-edge animation, short and feature-length films, enriching workshops taught by industry professionals, and interactive activities that provide hands-on experience for all creators.

Whether you have a budding filmmaker or an energetic content creator, come and discover all that is magical and charming in the imagination of adventurous minds!

— Watch kid-friendly films from all around the world
— Join one of the many workshops that teach camera use, drone filming, green screen,
editing, animation, video game design and much more!
— Step into the festival clubhouse where kids of all ages can stay busy

Check out the scheduled films and workshops at: https://tumbleweedskids.org/

Nights Under Lights: Earth Day @ Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
Apr 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Nights Under Lights: Earth Day @ Loveland Living Planet Aquarium  |  |  |

Celebrate EARTH DAY with us as we kick off our Nights Under Lights season with a Party for the Planet!

This Nights Under Lights includes a special performance by Trash Pandas, food trucks, education activities and animal encounters, and an EECO light show under the stars.

*This event does not include access to the Aquarium.

Apr
29
Sat
Craft Lake City STEM Labs Workshop: DIY Hypertufa Pot @ Red Butte Garden
Apr 29 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Craft Lake City STEM Labs Workshop: DIY Hypertufa Pot @ Red Butte Garden |  |  |

Join Craft Lake City and Red Butte Garden to plant for pollinators… and you at this all-ages creative learning workshop! Make a hypertufa (peat + cement) pot and learn the science of pollination. At the end, you’ll go home with soil and seeds to plant edible flowers that you and your backyard bug friends can share.

Check out Craft Lake City’s latest Celebration of the Hand Exhibit in partnership with Red Butte Garden here!

Registration required: https://redbuttegarden.org/plan-your-garden-visit/online-classes-virtual-resources/adult-education/hypertufa-pot-workshop/

Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

May
1
Mon
One-Day Screenwriting Intensive Workshop with Award-Winning Screenwriter @ Broadway Media Building
May 1 all-day
One-Day Screenwriting Intensive Workshop with Award-Winning Screenwriter @ Broadway Media Building |  |  |

This one-day intensive screenwriting workshop is led by ISA Top 25 Screenwriter to Watch and Sundance award-winning screenwriter Skye Emerson.

Whether you’re new to screenwriting or have several completed scripts under your belt, Utah Film Center Screenwriting Workshop is the perfect place to hone the foundational skills and processes necessary to seamlessly craft your next feature or television screenplay.

This one-day intensive workshop is led by ISA Top 25 Screenwriter to Watch and Sundance award-winning screenwriter Skye Emerson. The educational screenwriting series consists of presentations, scene analysis, writing assignments, lectures, discussions, and script workshopping, all designed to advance your story and skillsets to the next level.

This workshop series takes place Monday, May 1st from 6-10 PM at the Utah Artist Foundry located in the Broadway Media Building at 50 W Broadway #1125 Downtown Salt Lake.

$120 FOR NONMEMBERS AND $80 FOR MEMBERS

Sign up HERE for the Screenwriting Workshop

About the instructor:
Skye Emerson is an award-winning screenwriter who was most recently named to the International Screenwriter’s Association’s Top 25 Screenwriters to Watch list. She received the Alfred P. Sloan Screenwriting Fellowship at the Sundance Film Festival in 2019 and is the grand prize winner of ISA’s Emerging Screenwriters Competition. Skye holds an MFA in Screenwriting from UCLA’s School of Theater, Film, and Television.

May
6
Sat
Parkinson’s, Sleep and Me @ Salt Lake City Marriott University Park
May 6 all-day
Parkinson's, Sleep and Me @ Salt Lake City Marriott University Park |  |  |

Join us at the Rocky Mountain Parkinson’s Symposium for the educational program Parkinson’s, Sleep, and Me. Getting adequate rest and sleep is an important component of overall health and quality of life. Parkinson’s disease (PD) creates many challenges to getting a good night’s sleep, both for the person with Parkinson’s and the caregiver. This program provides information on how Parkinson’s disease affects sleep, and ways you can get a better night’s sleep while living with PD.

Speakers
Kathleen McKee, MD, MPH, Intermountain Neuroscience Institute
Melissa Mauchley, LCSW, MSW, University of Utah

May
12
Fri
Reflections of the Life, Art, and Illness of John Kaly @ Publik Coffee Roasters
May 12 – May 13 all-day
Reflections of the Life, Art, and Illness of John Kaly @ Publik Coffee Roasters |  |  |

Art Auction and Open House from 3:00p-9:00p, with a program from 7:00p-8:00p
All proceeds to benefit the Bateman Horne Center’s mission to give relief to all those with ME/CFS and other chronic illnesses.
Masks and carpooling strongly encouraged.

May
23
Tue
Seeds of Remembrance: Just Keep Swimming – Lighthearted Lessons in Grief @ Eccles Heath Science Education Building
May 23 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Seeds of Remembrance: Just Keep Swimming - Lighthearted Lessons in Grief @ Eccles Heath Science Education Building |  |  |

Caring Connections: A Hope and Comfort in Grief Program of the University of Utah College of Nursing will hold its annual Seeds of Remembrance event on May 23, 2023 from 7:00-9:00 p.m., at the Eccles Health Science Education Building, 26 South 2000 East Salt Lake City, Utah 84112. The event will also stream on Zoom for those who are unable to join in person.

This year’s theme is “Just Keep Swimming: Lighthearted Lessons in Grief.” The program’s featured speakers are Anita Coyle and Mel Shore, creators of the podcast Widow We Do Now? They will be sharing their “bright-hearted” take on grief with our audience. Music will be provided by Cori Connors. Seeds of Remembrance is free and open to the public. Free Parking will be available at or near the building. For more information, call 801-585-9522 or email caringconnections@utah.edu.

Jun
1
Thu
Ready To Hatch @ Tracy Aviary
Jun 1 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Ready To Hatch @ Tracy Aviary |  |  |

Ready to Hatch!

Salt Lake’s premier garden party for a cause! Ready to Hatch supports Tracy Aviary’s Conservation Program, which uses research, outreach, and conservation action to protect birds and their habitats. Join us for a kid-free evening with cocktail in hand, artisanal local food treats, live music, a silent auction, and up-close bird encounters! Relax in our lush gardens, explore over 8 acres of aviary grounds and experience a taste of Salt Lake City while supporting birds in the wild.

By attending Ready to Hatch, you are helping us introduce more people to the wonders of the natural world, and helping to support the conservation of local avian habitats.

Your ticket includes entrance to the Aviary grounds for this private event, food, beverages, and dessert.

Pricing:

March 1 – 31: $120 (Early Bird)

April 1 – 30: $140

May 1 – June 1: $170

There is not a member discount for this event. If tickets are sold out and you would like to be added to the wait list, please email Sandra at development@tracyaviary.org. We may have additional tickets become available closer to the event date.

Become a Sponsor!
Your sponsorship helps Tracy Aviary connect people to nature and directly supports our conservation programs, protecting Utah’s rich biodiversity for future generations. As a Ready to Hatch sponsor, your business will be featured at the event, and in a variety of promotional materials and communications sent to 20,000+ Tracy Aviary supporters. Our sponsorship levels range from the exclusive Broad-tailed sponsorship to the Bald Eagle sponsorship. For more information about sponsorship benefits, or to become a sponsor, please contact Sandra at development@tracyaviary.org or 801-596-8500 x112.

Jun
9
Fri
Wild & Scenic Film Festival @ Tracy Aviary
Jun 9 all-day
Wild & Scenic Film Festival @ Tracy Aviary |  |  |

Friday, June 9th at 7:30 pm the Black, Bold & Brilliant Series and Outdoor Auntie in partnership with Tracy Aviary are proud to present the Wild & Scenic Film Festival outdoor film screening showcasing a selection of films that celebrate Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and LGBTQ+ communities engaging with outdoor sports, public lands, and environmental activism.

All tickets include admission to Tracy Aviary and will be donated to Outdoor Afro National and Black, Bold & Brilliant. We’ll have food and refreshments for purchase at the Bird Feeder Cafe. Come early to check out the birds and stay for the film.

– Doors open at 7:30 pm — film screening will begin at dusk (approx. 9:15 pm)
– Bring your own blankets and chairs
– Event is 21+ only

You can find out more about this event at:

WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL (IN-PERSON)

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