2024 Santaquin Orchard Days by Daily Herald

“SADDLE UP!”

SANTAQUIN MAYOR’S MESSAGE

Hello and welcome to all who are planning to return to Santaquin Orchard Days in 2024. Even through the pain of construction, I thank you for supporting the rodeos, parades, auto shows and other fun events we have planned as part of this year’s festivities.

I enjoy the opportunity to meet new people, catch up with familiar faces and call each member of the com munity a friend. I look forward to the noise of construction being eclipsed by families enjoying the many activi ties Orchard Days has to offer.

Please be conscientious of your neighbors and how these fireworks may affect them. Support each other and enjoy each other as we ooh and ahh at the marvelous spectacle in the sky. We are grateful for our small town

young and not-so-young, residents and visitors, and everyone in between — to enjoy what we call home here in Santaquin. I hope that enjoyment is to be had and lasting memories are made while you join us at Orchard

Don’t miss the Little Buck-A-Roo Rodeo presented on the opening day of Orchards Days. It is the largest Little Buck-A-Roo in the state of Utah, with contestants and families coming from all over the state to take part. Santaquin’s award-winning RMPRA rodeo won yet another “Rodeo of the Year” award last year, adding to the many prior years when we took home the win. We have set the bar high, and other cities are looking to us to see how it’s done.

After each rodeo, everyone looks to the skies from their blankets, chairs or even back porches to watch the best fireworks presentation of the summer.

From Our Orchards to Your Table

Santaquin Mayor Dan Olson

SANTAQUIN CITY COUNCIL

Members of the Santaquin City Council are, back row, from left: Jeff Siddoway, Lynn Mecham and J. Travis Keel. Front row, from left: Brian Del Rosario, Mayor Dan Olson and Art Adcock.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 2024

SATURDAY, JULY 27

Opening Ceremony & Flag Raising: 8 a.m., Santaquin City Hall, 110 S. Center Street. Free admission.

Little Buck-A-Roo Rodeo: 9 a.m., Santaquin Rodeo Arena. Admission: $2

Grass Volleyball Tournament: 9 a.m., Harvest View Sports Complex. Entry fee: $90/team

Quickball Tournament: 5 p.m., Callaway Field and Santaquin East and Middle fields. Entry fee: $30/team

55+ Dinner: 5 to 6:30 p.m., Santaquin Community Center Multipurpose Room (new city hall building). Free admission.

MONDAY, JULY 29

Chieftain Museum Tours: 9 a.m. to noon. 95 W. 100 South. Free admission.

Family Night: 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., Centennial Park, 300 W. 100 South. Events are free unless otherwise indicated.

• Unicorn, Horse & Pony Rides: 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

• Train Rides: 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Admission: $1 per person

• Food and Craft Vendors: 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

• Inflatables, Obstacle Courses and Interactives: 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

• Children’s Parade: 5:30 p.m. West side of Rodeo Arena. Free to participate.

• Sounds of Santaquin Concert: Featuring the Flashback Brothers. 7 to 8:30 p.m.

• Kids Mad Dash: 8:30 p.m.

• Teen Hour at the Park: 9 to 10:30 p.m., Centennial Park, 300 W. 100 South. Free but wristbands required; pick up wristbands at the event booth with a school ID card.

TUESDAY, JULY 30

3-on-3 Basketball Tournament (teens): 3 p.m 10-12 year olds, 5:00 p.m. 13-15 year olds, Games Start, Centennial Park Basketball Court. Entry fee: $40/team.

Pickleball Tournament: Men’s Doubles: 6 p.m. check in, 6:30 p.m. play begins.

Hypno Hick Comedy Performance: 7 p.m., Apple Valley Elementary School, 105 E. 770 North. Admission: individual, $7.50; family pass for up to 6 people, $30. Free for children 2 and under.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31

Chieftain Museum Tours: 9 a.m. to noon and 4 to 6 p.m. 95 W. 100 South. Free admission.

3-on-3 Basketball Tournament (adults): 5 p.m check in, 5:30 p.m. Games Start, Centennial Park Basketball Court. Entry fee: $40/team.

Pickleball Tournament: Women’s Doubles. 6 p.m. check in, 6:30 p.m. play begins.

Horseshoe Tournament: 6 p.m. check in; 6:30 p.m. play begins. Callaway Baseball Diamond, 300 W. 100 South. Entry fee: $20/team.

2024 •“Saddle Up!”

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1

Quilt Show & Library Book Sale: 1 to 6 p.m., Santaquin City Hall Multipurpose Room, 110 S. Center Street. Free.

Chieftain Museum Tours: 1 to 6 p.m. 95 W. 100 South. Free admission.

Art Show: 1 to 6 p.m., Chieftain Museum, 95 W. 100 South. Free admission.

DUP Cabin Tours: 4 to 6 p.m., 40 W. 100 South. Free admission.

Pickleball Tournament: Mixed Doubles. 6 p.m. check in, 6:30 p.m. play begins.

Cornhole Tournament: 6:30 p.m., Centennial Park/Callaway Field. Pre-registration required at santaquin.activityreg.com.

Magic Show: 7 p.m., Apple Valley Elementary School, 105 E. 770 North. Cost: $3/person, $12 for a family of 6. Children 2 and under are free.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2

Inflatables - Fun Zone: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., City Center Park, 45 W. 100 South. Wristbands are $20 on the day of the event or save by buying in advance at https://bit.ly/OD24funzone.

Chieftain Museum Tours: 1 to 5 p.m. 95 W. 100 South. Free admission.

Art Show: 1 to 5 p.m., Chieftain Museum, 95 W. 100 South. Free admission.

Quilt Show & Library Book Sale: 1 to 5 p.m., Santaquin City Hall Multipurpose Room, 110 S. Center Street. Free admission.

RMPRA Rodeo: 8 p.m., Rodeo Arena, 200 S. 400 West. Gates open at 5 p.m. Pre-show entertainment begins at 6 p.m. Cost: $10 ages 3-11; $12 for ages 12 and older. Save by purchasing in advance at santaquinactivityreg.com. Fireworks: Following the rodeo at the Rodeo Arena.

SATURDAY,

AUGUST 3

Orchard Days 5K: 7 a.m., Harvest View Sports Complex. Entry fee: $30.

Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Centennial Park, 300 W. 100 South. Free admission. Grand Parade: 9 a.m. Free admission.

Craft Boutique & Food Vendors: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Centennial Park.

Inflatables - Fun Zone: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., City Center Park, 45 W. 100 South. Wristbands are $20 on the day of the event or save by buying in advance at https://bit.ly/OD24funzone.

Quilt Show & Library Book Sale: 11a.m. to 2 p.m., Santaquin City Hall Multipurpose Room, 110 S. Center Street. Free admission.

Chieftain Museum Tours: 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission.

Art Show: 1 to 4 p.m., Chieftain Museum, 95 W. 100 South. Free admission.

Chalk Art: 1 to 4 p.m., Chieftain Museum. For all ages. Chalk will be provided.

MISS SANTAQUIN ROYALTY

Miss Santaquin

Chloe Crabb

I have felt beyond grateful for every memory I’ve been able to create through my opportunity of being Miss Santaquin. It’s been an incredible experience that has allowed me to grow in all aspects of my life, whether that’s being able to articulate my thoughts clearly to communicate with others, learning how to take charge and make things happen, or simply be a part of what our town has to offer.

Santaquin holds a special place in my heart because of the love I have for our community. Those who live here always make sure to stand by one another through the good and the bad, and that’s something that I deeply admire. I respect the immense amount of kindness everyone has shown to me throughout my yearlong reign.

As Miss Santaquin, I’ve been able to promote my platform “Pushing Past the Limits; 1% is All You Need.” This platform has been very important to me, and for that reason I feel blessed to have shared it with those in our community. I’ve been able to teach others the importance of learning how to have a positive growth mindset and about creating healthy habits such as gratitude, affirmations and kindness. I love when I can help others push past their limits and out of their comfort zones to achieve their goals.

I’ve been able to teach about my platform through creating vision boards and giving out gratitude journals at Santaquin Elementary as well as teaching at Apple Valley Elementary during their kindness week. I hope to have made a lasting impact on teaching the students how to change their mindsets in a way that will help empower our youth to strive for positivity in their daily lives. I wouldn’t have been able to do this without the help of my attendants who never fail to support me and inspire me each day. Now let me tell you about a few of

my favorite memories from this year. The Fire Prevention Open House was unique and Lydia and I were welcomed with open arms and got to spend time with our local heroes. I loved every story time I had the chance to attend with some of the most amazing librarians alongside the sweetest children. The city recreation dances put on by Shauna Jo Eves and Lindsay Scott were a complete party, and I admire their dedication to making the events as perfect as can be. I can’t forget my time playing bingo at the Seasons of Santaquin where I was able to make genuine connections and have deep conversations. There are many more events I enjoyed, but what I loved most were the people I was able to meet and stories I was able to hear.

In my free time I enjoy dancing, traveling the world and spending quality time with those in my life. I just graduated from Payson High School and am excited to see where life takes me. I’m the daughter of Nicole and Cory Crabb and have been able to live in Santaquin my whole life. I’m so grateful I’ve had the chance to serve those in our community this year as Miss Santaquin.

First Attendant Lydia Payne

Lydia Payne is the daughter of Diane and Richard Payne. Lydia has lived in Santaquin her whole life and loves being able to call this amazing community her hometown. Lydia graduated from Payson High School with high honors in 2023. She was one of the captains of the drill team during her senior year. She is currently attending Utah Valley University and is completing the prerequisites for nursing.

When Lydia isn’t busy with work or school, she loves finding new creative things to try. She also loves being outdoors and hiking. Lydia is planning on attending MTECH this fall to get her MA certification.

Second Attendant Braelyn Newbury

Second Attendant Braelyn Newbury is the daughter of Nate Newbury, Shauna Marchbanks and Jordan Marchbanks. She has lived in Santaquin for 6 years and graduated from Payson High School in 2023. She attended her first year of college at Southern Utah University where she is studying in the aviation program. Some of Braelyn’s favorite hobbies include playing pickleball, crocheting tiny animals, singing in her car and doing almost anything that is adventurous.

Braelyn has done lots of service as the second attendant this year. From talent show auditions to masquerade balls, she really has done it all! One of her favorite activities this year was helping with the Tea Party that Miss Santaquin hosted. She loves helping out the kids and seeing them show off their creative talents. Braelyn has loved serving the community this year and is excited for what the new year will bring.

Members of the 2023 Miss Santaquin Royalty are, from left: Second Attendant Braelyn Newbury, Miss Santaquin Chloe Crabb and First Attendant Lydia Payne.

HELPING SANTAQUIN thrive

LITTLE MISS ORCHARD DAYS

The Mini, Little, Junior, Junior Teen and Teen Miss Orchard Days Pageant is not just a pageant — it’s a whirlwind of giggles and glitter for all the fabulous girls who join the party! This year’s pageant was held on June 7 and 8.

From making friends to strutting in stunning outfits, it’s a blast! Including all girls ages 4 to 16! The older girls (14 to 16) get to show off their talents, shine in interviews and tackle some on-stage questions. Watch out, Santaquin! Our local talent pool is overflowing with stars in the making.

Hats off to our pageant directors who put in the work each year to ensure everyone has a great opportunity and leaves with a smile! Cori Krukiewicz is the pageant director, and Quinlee Krukiewicz and Kylee Evans are the pageant co-directors.

The girls participate in the Santaquin Orchard Days Grand Parade and the Rodeo Grand Entry as well as other Orchard Days events.

We would love to invite anyone who would like to participate in the 2025 pageant to reach out. The Little Miss Orchard Days takes place the 1st week in June each year and registration begins in late march. We are happy to answer any questions that you may have.

Little Miss Orchard Days 2023 Royalties

Super Mini Miss Orchard Days 2023

Queen: Makynlie Johnson

1st Alternate: Paisley Ford

2nd Alternate: Gracie Christensen

Mini Miss Orchard Days 2023

Queen: Mikelle Seegmiller

1st Alternate: Olivia Viehweg

Mini Miss Orchard Days 2023

Queen: Rylee Garbett

1st Alternate: Caroline Parker

2nd Alternate: Kambree Deuel

Little Miss Orchard Days 2023

Queen: Madisyn Johnson

1st Alternate: Tymber Swanner

2nd Alternate: Emma Anderson

Junior Miss Orchard Days 2023

Queen: Quazy Krukiewicz

1st Alternate: Isabella Zaccardi

Junior Miss Orchard Days 2023

Queen: Kaizley Maestas

1st Alternate: Jakely Frum

2nd Alternate: Madeline Broadbent

3rd Alternate: Lena Anderson

Jr. Teen Miss Orchard Days 2023

Queen: Lillianna Villarreal

1st Alternate: Tia Black

2nd Alternate: Cali Baller

Jr. Teen Miss Orchard Days 2023

Queen: Taelor Jarrett

1st Alternate: Sadie Riggs

2nd Alternate: Shaylie Whempner

Little Miss Orchard Days 2024 Royalties

Super Mini Miss Orchard Days 2024

Queen: Addelyn Richardson

1st Alternate: Ivy Black

Mini Miss Orchard Days 2024

Queen: Paisley Lerwill

1st Alternate: Kiersten Kellersberger

2nd Alternate: Abby Yates

3rd Alternate: Kennedy Suter

Mini Miss Orchard Days 2024

Queen: Wren Liechty

1st Alternate: Kynley Reynolds

2nd Alternate: Hazel Alvey

Little Miss Orchard Days 2024

Queen: Tatum Liechty

1st Alternate: Maddilyn Bradley

2nd Alternate: Evelyn Warr

Junior Miss Orchard Days 2024

Queen: Tymber Swanner

1st Alternate: Isabella Zaccardi

2nd Alternate: Alice Peacock

Junior Miss Orchard Days 2024

Queen: Kensington Hatch

1st Alternate: Lillian Biggers

2nd Alternate: Sienna Wilkey

Junior Teen Miss Orchard Days 2024

Queen: Landyn Smith

1st Alternate: Adriana Wilson

2nd Alternate: Tia Black

3rd Alternate: Madeline Broadbent

4th Alternate: Kylie Keel

Teen Miss Orchard Days 2024

Queen: Jamie Sensinger

1st Alternate: Payton Hone

2nd Alternate: Lili Lazenby

3rd Alternate: Kaomi Terris

2023 Little Miss Orchard Days Royalties

PARADE GRAND MARSHALS

David & Lynda Broadbent

David and Lynda Broadbent will serve as the grand marshals of the 2024 Orchard Days Grand Parade. The parade will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3.

The Broadbents are honored to be selected as this year’s grand marshals. Both were born and raised in Santaquin as descendants of four generations of hardworking Santaquin families who built the foundation of our great city.

David’s grandfather Bill Broadbent, whom David lived with as a youngster, was Santaquin’s mayor in the early 1950s, serving faithfully for eight years. During his service, he purchased a 1951 GMC pump and roll fire engine for the fire department.

David credits his grandfather for teaching him about serving and loving this community and has tried to implement those teachings throughout his life by serving with recreation programs, library fundraising projects and Orchard Days events. David’s professional work life involved the printing industry for the first part of his career. During the past 20-plus years, he has worked in the finance and real estate business.

Lynda also had a great example of community service and support in her father, who served as a city councilman for many years. Throughout her 48 years of teaching piano, she has instructed more than 500 young people. She continues to teach piano and serve others throughout the city with her talents.

Working alongside Craig Evans, Lynda started the Santaquin Piano Recital in 1986 to help residents share their talents and offer a cultural experience to the community. She was also a guiding strength behind the city’s “Sounds of

Summer” program.

Lynda served on the city’s Library Board during the period when the library was established in its current building. Through her contacts and efforts, she was able to locate a donor for the beautiful stained-glass window we all enjoy.

David and Lynda have five wonderful children and several grandchildren, some of whom live in Santaquin. The Broadbents’ love for Santaquin is evident as they continue to serve within the city and within their faith. They are well known and loved for this service. It is an honor to recognize David and Lynda Broadbent as grand marshals for the 2024 Orchard Days Grand Parade.

PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT 2024

“SADDLE UP!”

Below are pictures of saddles and other cowboy-related items that can be found around our community. Saddle up those horses and go out and find them with your friends and family!

To enter this scavenger hunt contest, write down the locations (place, business, intersection, etc.) of each photo and

send your results to lscott@santaquin.org or fill in this page and drop it off at the Santaquin City Recreation office, 110 S. Center Street, during business hours.

Deadline for submitting entries is Monday. Aug. 5, 2024. Everyone who complete the photo scavenger hunt will be entered into a fun drawing with some great prizes.

OPENING CEREMONY & FLAG RAISING

Santaquin’s mayor and city council will host a flag-raising ceremony officially opening the 2024 Orchard Days celebration on Saturday, July 27, at the Santaquin City Hall, 110 S. Center Street. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend.

During the ceremony, City Councilmember, Art Adcock will honor Santaquin resident Kathleen Greenhalgh Crook.

Kathleen Greenhalgh Crook was born in 1939 and raised in a log home on Fourth East behind her grandparent’s farm. Kathleen attended junior high school in Santaquin and graduated from Payson High School. At 7 years old, she went to the new movie “The Wizard of Oz” with some friends and her future husband, James Nyles Crook.

She and James married in 1966 and had six children, who were raised in Santaquin. She now has 17 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Throughout Kathleen’s youth, she

enjoyed riding horses with her dad and sewing. She did her share of babysitting, picking raspberries, cleaning homes, selling gift card door to door and gathering bottles for money. Then, as a young mother, she sold Tupperware for several years and was the top performer in the area.

As a teenager, she would give tribute speeches for different events, give readings for the DUP and sing for groups with her sister and dad.

Kathleen has enjoyed sewing her entire life and has made many quilts from scraps of fabric for family and friends, including quilts for each of her grandchildren. She’s also enjoyed keeping scrapbooks for her children as they grew. She and James ran the museum store in the Chieftain Museum for a time, and she’s also helped with city parades and events. Her mother is credited with naming Squash Head Park on Main Street.

Kathleen and James had the oppor-

DATE: Saturday, July 27

TIME: 8 a.m.

PLACE: Santaquin City Hall Flag Area

COST: Free

tunity to serve in their church as building maintenance missionaries at the Berberian Nut Company in Stockton, California. She loved the experience and enjoyed the people they served and worked with.

Kathleen is a very service-oriented person and is always looking for a way to help others. She is a wonderful woman who is a cherished resident of Santaquin and a beloved member of her family. It is a pleasure to recognize her as the 2024 Orchard Days Flag Ceremony Honoree.

Kathleen Greenhalgh Crook

LITTLE BUCK-A-ROO RODEO

Our annual Little Buck-A-Roo Rodeo is a grand success each year! All children are encouraged to participate. Pre-registration is required; entrants can register at santaquin.activityreg.com. Registration deadline is July 22 and space is limited.

Contestants will be able to compete in a variety of categories. For events that have Mini, Junior, Intermediate or Senior listed, the ages are based on the child’s age as of Jan. 1, 2024, and are as follows: Mini, 8 and under; Junior, 9 to 11 years; Intermediate, 12 to 14 years; and Senior, 15 to 18 years.

The free events this year will be the Money Steer for ages 10 and older and a Candy Run for children 9 and younger. There will also be food booths available for food to purchase.

COMPETITION CATEGORIES

Sheep Riding: Mini, $25, limited entry

Dummy Roping: Mini, $25

Goat Ribbon Pull: Mini, $25

Barrels: Mini, Junior, Intermediate, Senior, $25

Poles: Mini, Junior, Intermediate, Senior, $25

Goat Tying: Junior, Intermediate, Senior, $30

Break Away Roping: Junior, Intermediate, Senior, $30

Beginner Bull Riding: Junior, $55

Senior Bull Riding: Intermediate, Senior, $65

Team Roping: Junior - Senior $25 per participant (each contestant can only participate once) – Register under the Headers Name).

FREE EVENTS

Money Steer: For ages 10 and older

Candy Run: For ages 9 and younger

PRIZES

• Saddles will go to the top cowgirls and top cowboy in each age group.

• Buckles will be awarded for first place in each category.

RULES

Rules follow the UJRA Association. Western attire (may wear short-sleeved shirts, no tank tops) will be enforced (Mini Division excluded).

DATE: Saturday, July 27

TIME: 9 a.m.

PLACE: Santaquin Rodeo

200 S. 400 West

COST: $2 Admission

GRASS VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

New this year is our Grass Volleyball Tournament! Come play in the sun all day long and compete in our 3v3 men and women’s brackets. HUGE prizes will be awarded to the winners of this tournament!

We will have round robin pool play and the top teams advance to a single elimination. This event is for ages 16 and up. Sign up today at santaquin.activityreg.com.

QUICKBALL TOURNAMENT

Ever stumbled upon a game that’s like baseball but faster, more dynamic and can be played almost anywhere? That’s Quickball, a high-speed take on America’s favorite pastime. It’s all about keeping you on your toes and the game moving at a thrilling pace.

This is a great activity for the whole family or your family and your friends ages 8 and up. Sign up today at Santaquin.activityreg.com Call Melinda if you have questions at (801) 754-5805.

55+ DINNER

The 55+ Dinner is an opportunity for those in the community ages 55 and older to enjoy a fun social activity to kick off the Orchard Days celebration. While the dinner is for those 55 and older, spouses who are younger than 55 are welcome to join in.

For more information about the meal, go to the Santaquin Seniors Facebook page at facebook.com/SantaquinSeniors or santaquin.org/senior.

DATE: Saturday, July 27

TIME: 5 - 6:30 p.m.

PLACE: Santaquin Community Center Multi-Purpose Room (New City Hall Building) 110 S. Center Street

COST: FREE

NEW EVENT!

DATE: Saturday, July 27

TIME: 9 a.m.

PLACE: Harvest View Sports Complex, 1400 S. Harvest View Dr.

COST: $90 per team

NEW EVENT!

DATE: Saturday, July 27

TIME: 5 p.m.

PLACE: Callaway Field & Santaquin East & Middle Fields, 175 S. 400 West

COST: $30 per team

CHIEFTAIN MUSEUM ACTIVITIES &

Come tour the historic Santaquin Chieftain Museum, located at the heart of Santaquin, during Orchard Days. The museum is filled with local history and offers hands-on activities for children.

The Chieftain Museum welcomes all groups, families and individuals to enjoy the many displays that are housed in a former elementary school. This historic structure was built in 1903 and served as a school for the community until the

early 1980s. For more information, send an email to museum@santaquin.org.

ORCHARD DAYS COLORING CONTEST

Our annual Orchard Days Coloring Contest is for ages 3-11. Please stop by the museum or library to pick up a coloring page or visit santaquin.org/ museum to download a copy. Winners will be chosen Saturday, Aug. 3.

DATES & TIMES

Monday, July 29, 9 a.m. to noon (tours only)

Wednesday, July 31: 9 a.m. to noon & 4 to 6 p.m. (tours only)

Thursday, Aug. 1, 1 to 6 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 2, 1 to 5 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 3, 1 to 4 p.m.

Place: 95 W. 100 South (same block as City Hall)

Cost: FREE

CHALK ART

On Saturday, Aug. 3, from 1 to 4 p.m., the museum will host a chalk art activity for every age! Come to the museum to draw your best chalk art. Chalk will be provided.

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FAMILY NIGHT!

COME AND ENJOY GAMES, ACTIVITIES, FOOD AND MORE AT FAMILY NIGHT! ACTIVITIES ARE FREE UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

Presenting Sponsor: Central Utah Sheet Metal

ADAPTIVE FAMILY HOUR (Low Stimulation time)

An hour of activities for families with children with special needs will be offered from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Centennial Park as part of Family Night. All Family Night activities will be open to these families during this hour. Wristbands are required to participate in this hour of activities; wristbands can be picked up at the Santaquin Recreation offices located in the community center wing of the new city hall building, 110 S. Center Street.

UNICORN, HORSE & PONY RIDES

Bring the kids and enjoy a ride on a pony, horse or even a unicorn! Purchase a ticket for $10 and take a ride on the mount of your choice. The ponies’ names are Donut, Butterscotch, Skittles and Pretzel. They are gentle and love attention.

The ponies are led by hand around a

50-foot enclosed pen. Two of the ponies get to be unicorns, and the youth have a hard time deciding which to ride. They love the experience of getting to ride a unicorn! Our other two horses are as sweet and loving as can be. The youth especially love their kind nature. It’s fun to see eyes light up with excitement!

FOOD & CRAFT VENDORS

Vendors will be open from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Come by to enjoy face painting and fun games provided by Orchard Days sponsors and local businesses.

DATE: Monday, July 29

TIME: 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.

PLACE: Centennnial Park,

300 W. 100 South

TIME: 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.

PLACE: Centennial Park

300 W. 100 South

COST: $10 per ride

TIME: 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.

PLACE: Centennial Park,

300 W. 100 South

COST: Varies

CHILDREN’S PARADE

Participants ages 0 to 12 can decorate their bikes, tricycles, wagons, scooters, etc. and come parade them around for everyone to see as part of the 2024 Orchard Days Children’s Parade on Monday, July 29.

This year’s theme for the Children’s Parade is “Saddle Up.” Children are invited to decorate their vehicles around this theme. Those who do are invited to have their entries judged. There will be first-, second- and third-place prizes awarded for the entries judged to best reflect the parade theme.

INFLATABLES & OBSTACLE COURSES

The Santaquin City mayor and city council members would like to thank the community by providing these free inflatables and interactive toys. Enjoy friends, family and neighbors while having a blast.

TRAIN RIDES

The Train Rides will feature Loran Bishop’s LEB Railroad Train.

TIME: 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.

PLACE: Centennial Park

300 W. 100 South COST: $1 per ride

TIME: 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.

PLACE: Centennnial Park

300 W. 100 South COST: FREE

TIME: 5:30 p.m.

PLACE: West side of the Rodeo Arena, 190 S. 400 West

COST: FREE

SOUNDS OF SANTAQUIN CONCERT

FEATURING THE FLASHBACK BROTHERS

As part of our Family Night event, we are delighted to announce that the Flashback Brothers will provide musical entertainment. The concert is scheduled to commence at 7 p.m. and conclude around 8:30 p.m. Ensure you do not miss this opportunity; bring your chairs and blankets to secure your spot. The Flashback Brothers band was formed in 2005 by talented musicians hungry to play Classic Rock. They are a local fan favorite wherever they go up and down the Wasatch Front. They

KIDS MAD DASH

Kids from ages 3 to 12 can make a dash for it and have fun gathering up fun goodies and school supplies. Hurry over to the field located west (or behind) of Santaquin Elementary School

have performed at many of the summer festivals, including Art City Days, the Freedom Festival, Strawberry Days, Steel Days, the Highland Fling, the Utah County Fair, Fiesta Days, Bountiful Handcart Days and many more.

They have opened for such superstars as Orleans, Firefall, Ratt, SHEDaisy and Lou Gramm of Foreigner. Their musicianship and tight harmonies allow them to have a varied repertoire of songs spanning the ‘50s through the ‘80s.

TIME: 7 - 8:30 p.m.

PLACE: Centennnial Park, 300 W. 100 South

COST: FREE

before the fun begins at the sound of sirens promptly at 8:30 p.m. There will be an all-abilities area.

This is a great way to get a head start on supplies for the new school year!

TEEN HOUR AT THE PARK

Free wristbands required and can picked up at the event. There will be a zip line, a mechanical bull, obstacle courses and activities geared toward teens. Event is for ages 13-17. (18 if still in high school)

NEW EVENT!

TIME: 8:30 p.m.

PLACE: Santaquin Baseball Fields, 175 S. 400 West

COST: FREE

TIME: 9 - 10:30 p.m.

PLACE: Centennnial Park, 300 W. 100 South

COST: FREE

TEEN 3 on 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Think you have what it takes when it comes to basketball? Register a team in the Orchard Days 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament and prove your skills. This will be 3v3 format, half court at the outdoor ball courts at Centennial Park. Games will start with 10-12 year old bracket at 3 p.m. and 13-15 year olds at 5 p.m. Three games are guaranteed.

Two pool play games, then teams will be seeded based on the two pool

games, into a single elimination bracket. No individual registrations are required; teams only. Please provide a team name at the time of registration. No more than four players per team. Prizes will go to the top two teams. More information will be emailed when the tournament gets closer. For ages 10-15 and divisions are 10-12 & 13-15 years old. Cost is $40 per team. Pre-registration only; no day-of-contest registrations.

PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

Welcome to the 3rd Annual Orchard Days Pickleball Tournament. This will be a three-day tournament played July 30 & 31 and Aug. 1 at the Harvest View Sports Complex Pickleball Courts. The tournament is open to players of all skill levels from 3.0 – 4.5. Each team is guaranteed six games. The registration fee is $35 per team; register

Presenting Sponsor: Mountainland Supply Company

DATE: Tuesday, July 30

TIME: 10-12 Year Olds - 3 p.m. 13-15 Year Olds - 5 p.m.

PLACE: Centennial Park

300 W. 100 South COST: $40 per team

Presenting Sponsor: Mountainland Supply Company

at santaquin.activityreg.com. Please register as a team (both teammates do NOT need to register).

The schedule is as follows:

Tuesday, July 30: Men’s Doubles

Wednesday, July 31: Women’s Doubles

Thursday, Aug. 1: Mixed Doubles (Teams made up of 1 man and 1 woman)

DATES: July 30-31 & Aug. 1 TIME: 6:00 p.m. Check-in 6:30 p.m. Play begins

PLACE: Harvest View Sports Complex Pickleball Courts

1400 S. Harvest View Dr. COST: $35 per team

HYPNO HICK COMEDY SHOW

Comedy Stage Hypnotist Shaun Dee “The Hypno Hick” has been doing comedy stage hypnosis since 2005. He has hypnotized thousands of volunteers on stage as well as one-on-one clients in his hypnosis clinic called the Alpine Hypnosis Center in Payson.

His shows are family friendly and hilarious; you will laugh till your boots fall off.

Shaun became a certified hypnotherapist in March of 2003. His love for hypnosis came during high school when he was in a psychology class.

The thought of helping ordinary people with ordinary issues sparked his interest, and that is the route he chose.

In 2014, he became a certified instructor for the largest hypnosis organizations in the world, the National

DATE: Tuesday, July 30

TIME: 7:00 p.m.

PLACE: Apple Valley Elementary School

105 E. 700 North

COST: $30 for Family up to 6 people.

$7.50 Individual 2 & Under - FREE

Guild of Hypnotists. Also in 2014, he became certified in PTSD with hypnosis, and, in 2016, he became certified in forensics hypnosis to work with police departments to assist in memory recall for witnesses and victims.

Shaun’s passion is with sports hypnosis and helping people get their minds in the game, whether it’s rodeo, gymnastics, soccer, wrestling, bodybuilding, softball or other sports.

ADULT 3 on 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Think you have what it takes when it comes to basketball? Register a team in the Orchard Days 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament and prove your skills.

This will be 3v3 format, half court at the outdoor ball courts at Centennial Park. Check in will begin at 5 pm and games will start promptly at 5:30 pm.

Three games are guaranteed. Two pool play games, then teams will be seeded based on the two pool games,

into a single elimination bracket. No individual registrations are required; teams only.

Please provide a team name at the time of registration. No more than four players per team. Prizes will go to the top two teams. More information will be emailed when the tournament gets closer. Cost is $40 per team.

Players must be 16 years of age or older. Pre-registration only; no day-ofcontest registrations.

HORSESHOE TOURNAMENT

The 2024 Orchard Days Horseshoe Tournament will be held Wednesday, July 31, at the Callaway Baseball Diamond. Ages 14 and older may participate in this tournament; players under 14 may participate if their partner is 14 years old or older.

Spots are limited; no same-day registration will be allowed. Register as a team before the tournament (teammates do not need to register) by going to santaquin.activityreg.com.

DATES: Wednesday, July 31

TIME: 6:00 p.m. Check-In 6:30 p.m. Play Begins

PLACE: Centennial Park, Callaway Baseball Diamond,

300 W. 100 South COST: $25 per team

Presenting Sponsor: Mountainland Supply Company

DATES: Wednesday, July 31

TIME: 5 p.m.

PLACE: Centennial Park

300 W. 100 South COST: $40 per team

QUILT SHOW & LIBRARY BOOK SALE

QUILT SHOW

Show off your quilting talents at the 2024 Orchard Days Quilt Show! Anyone can enter. There are multiple categories, including:

Hand Quilted - Adult 18 & older

Machine Quilted - Small Quilt Less than 50”

Machine Quilted - Baby Quilt

Machine Quilted - Applique

Machine Quilted - Original Composition

Machine Quilted - Detailed Piece

Any Type of Quilt - Youth under 17

Prizes will be given to top 3 quilts in each category. This will be determined by our judges. We will also award a People’s Choice Award voted on by Quilt Show visitors.

Entries must be delivered to the Santaquin City Hall Multipurpose Room on

Wednesday, July 31, between 10 a.m. and noon or between 2 and 6 p.m. Those entering items can register and pay onsite. The fee is $3 per quilt entry. Any questions can be directed to Event Coordinator Cathy O’Bryant at (801) 368-9605 or send an email to jbradley@santaquin.org.

LIBRARY BOOK SALE FUNDRAISER

Help celebrate Orchard Days with the Santaquin City Library. Books and other items will be available for sale during the same times as the Quilt Show. All money raised will go toward buying new books or other items for checkout from the library.

Also, stop by the library for fun activities and learn about what the library offers. Come support the library while also enjoying some great deals and good reads!

DATES & TIMES

Thurs, Aug. 1: 1 - 5 p.m. Fri, Aug. 2: 1 - 6 p.m.

Sat, Aug. 3: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

PLACE: Santaquin City Hall Multi-Purpose Room, 110 S. Center

COST: FREE

ART SHOW

Calling all artists and art enthusiasts! Come and experience vibrant creativity at the Orchard Days Art Show, held at the charming Historic Santaquin Chieftain Museum. With prizes awarded across different age groups, this is a fantastic opportunity for artists of all ages to showcase their talent.

In addition to the art show, participate in a community art project and challenge yourself with our museum

DUP CABIN TOURS

The Daughters of Utah Pioneers (DUP) are preserving the heritage of Santaquin in the form of a cabin originally built around 1871. This cabin has become a focus for two local camps of the DUP who honor the early settlers regardless of their religious affiliation by learning about their lives and how they affected Utah residents today.

and art show Bingo card. Exciting prizes await you for getting bingo or a blackout!

Artists, please submit your entry applications (at santaquin.activityreg. com with a $3 submission fee) and drop off your art by July 31. Art drop-off time is on July 31 from 9 a.m. to noon and from 4 to 6 p.m. Ensure your artwork is either framed or brought with an easel if necessary.

DATES & TIMES

Thurs, Aug. 1: 1 - 6 p.m. Fri, Aug. 2: 1 - 5 p.m. Sat, Aug. 3: 1 - 4 p.m.

PLACE: Chieftain Museum, 95 W. 100 South

COST: FREE

DATES: Thursday, August 1

TIME: 4 - 6 p.m.

PLACE: 40 W. 100 South West of the Library COST: FREE

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

Enjoy a family-friendly, round robin tournament of the classic country game of cornhole. Teams of two will compete for fabulous prizes. There will be free snacks and prize drawings for everyone. Awards will be given to the top four teams in each division. For more information, send an email to jbradley@ santaquin.org.

MAGIC SHOW

Award-winning magician Scott Chamberlain will present his entertaining, hilarious and fun brand of magic in a performance on Thursday, Aug. 1, as part of Orchard Days 2024.

The show will begin at 7 p.m. in the gym of Apple Valley Elementary School (enter in the back of the building). Admission is $3 per person or $12 per family of up to six people. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased in advance by going to santaquin.activityreg.com.

Scott Chamberlain is the former president of the Orem Chapter of the Society of American Magicians. He lives in Eagle Mountain and loves performing for all ages. His overall style has a very light-

hearted feel and works for both younger and older audiences.

Magic has been in his family for a few generations. His grandfather Ralph Adams was a well-known magician who performed in Las Vegas and on TV back in his day and inspired Scott to do what he does.

Scott also runs the Utah School of Magic, an after-school and summer camp program for kids that uses the fun of magic to build character, confidence and communication skills for life. In 2021, the Utah School of Magic was awarded the Discover Magic Golden Wand of Excellence Award for its unprecedented work through the pandemic.

It was again recognized in 2023 at a special event for magicians in Orlando,

INFLATABLES - FUN ZONE

The annual Fun Zone full of inflatable jump houses, slides, rides and other activities will be operating again during this year’s Orchard Days celebration. Save money by purchasing your unlimited pass wristbands for this event in advance! To purchase tickets, go to https://bit.ly/OD24funzone or scan the QR code.

Pre-sale unlimited pass wristbands for one day will be on sale until midnight on July 24 at $15 for ages 8 and up and $10 for children 0 to 7 years old.

Pre-sale unlimited pass wristbands purchased from July 25 to midnight on

Aug. 1 are $20 for ages 8 and up and $15 for children 0 to 7 years old.

On the day of the event, unlimited pass wristbands will be $20 for all ages. Wristbands will also be sold at the event. There will be a courtesy bus that runs from 10 a.m.to 2 p.m.transporting people from the Car Show and vendors over to the inflatable fun zone and back.

DATES: Thursday, August 1

TIME: 6:30 p.m.

Competitive Start 7 p.m. Recreation Start 7:30 p.m. Mixed Adult & Youth under 18 Start

PLACE: Centennial Park

190 S. 400 West COST: $25 per team

DATES: Thursday, August 1

TIME: 7 p.m.

PLACE: Apple Valley

Elementary, 105 E. 770 North COST: $3 per Person, $12 per Family of 6 (Children under 2 FREE)

Florida, when it was presented with the Discover Magic Golden Key of Excellence Award by world-famous magician Michael Ammar.

Performing since 2014, Scott loves creating fun memories and giving back to the community where he lives.

DATES & TIMES

Fri, Aug. 2: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sat, Aug. 3: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

PLACE: City Center Park, 45 W. 100 South

COST: $20 per person day day of event, purchase online in advance for lower prices. (See story)

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PRO RODEO ASSOCIATION

11-TIME WINNER OF THE RMPRA RODEO OF THE YEAR AWARD!

Presenting Sponsor: Murdock Ford

FRIDAY, AUG 2 & SATURDAY, AUG 3

SANTAQUIN RODEO ARENA

200 S. 400 West

COST: Ages 3-11, $10; 12 and older: $12

Get $1 off pre-sale tickets purchase online at Santaquin.activityreg.com if bought by midnight Thursday, August 1!

Gates open at 5 p.m. No reserved seating.

General admission seating will be on the lawn. No tarps allowed. No alcohol. No outside food or drink. No coolers.

Pre-show Entertainment from 6 to 7:30 p.m. both nights

Friday night is “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” Night

Saturday night is “Wear Blue Night” in honor of Sgt. Bill Hooser and his family.

Fireworks will be launched both nights following the rodeo action! While the fireworks can be seen from almost any location within the city, the best seats are inside the rodeo arena!

2024 RODEO CLOWN - JOHN BECK

RODEO CLOWN JOHN BECK

John Beck has always had a strong passion for the sport of rodeo. He has been clowning rodeos for 27 years, working his first paying rodeo at the age of 13. During his career, he has worked rodeos everywhere from California to New York. He has had the opportunity to work the PRCA Wilderness Circuit Finals two times and the Rock Mountain Professional Rodeo Association finals five times.

John owes a lot of his success to his late father Bruce Beck and his longtime friend and mentor Pro Rodeo Clown Kevin Higley. John loves to put smiles on peoples faces as well as working the barrel during the bull riding. John has worked the Santaquin Rodeo many times and loves the opportunity to come back again.

PROUD SPONSOR OF ORCHARD DAYS

WHEN YOU WALK THROUGH OUR DOORS, YOU FEEL LIKE FAMILY.

PRE-RODEO CONCERTS

FIREFLY

Presenting Sponsor: Comcast

WITH A SPECIAL APPEARANCE BY BRANSON & MAISY

After singing together their entire childhood, sisters Melanie, McKenzie and Madelyn decided to start an official band in 2008 when Melanie won a songwriting contest at the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, Tennessee.

Firefly became the winners of the local Country Showdown, going on to win the Arizona State Title in 2010. Since that time, they have shared the stage with LeAnn Rymes, Martina McBride, Diamond Rio, David Archuleta, Little Big Town, Diamond Rio, Donny Osmond, Pam Tillis, Wynonna Judd, Clint Black and many more!

Firefly is also known for its charity work with troubled youth, including the Steve Young Charities Forever Young Foundation and programs such as The ANASAZI Foundation, One Life At A Time, Bridle Up Hope, Sophie’s Place and a charity for refugees that the girls

started two years ago called Rahama’s Relief.

In addition to songwriting and performing, Melanie and McKenzie graduated from Brigham Young University. Maddie completed her music degree at Utah Valley University with emphasis in cello. She is a vocal, guitar and cello teacher.

Melanie is the founder and director of Stand Out Studio right here in Santaquin. She is also a high fitness instructor and advocate for women’s and mothers mental health through exercise.

McKenzie has her degree in studio art and is the illustrator of the Stand Out children’s book. She runs an Etsy Shop called “Honey Hum” with Maddie!

In 2012, they launched their official YouTube channel, which now includes subscribers from all over the world.

DATE: Friday, August 2

TIME: 6 p.m.

PLACE: Santaquin Rodeo Arena, 200 S. 400 West

COST: FREE with Rodeo Admission

They recently released their latest song called “Blossom.”

Their music can be found on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora and other channels throughout the world. Follow Firefly on Facebook, instagram, and Youtube at iheartfirefly.com.

PRE-RODEO CONCERTS

KATIE MATHEWS

Katie Mathews grew up in Northern Utah and began singing professionally at the age of 9, with her first job at the Utah Festival Opera. She was heavily involved with several operas and musicals until she started singing what was in her heart: country music.

With influences ranging from grassroots country to rock and roll, she began with covering the music of Patsy Cline, Tina Turner and Elton John.

Mathews quickly gained local recognition after winning the county fair Talent Find at the age of 12, and she began touring with Ty Herndon and SheDaisy at the age of 15. She moved to Nashville after high school, where she would write and perform daily. She has opened for artists such as Craig Campbell, David Osmond, Billy Dean, Chely Wright and Granger Smith.

Mathews recently recorded an EP titled “Not Because You’re Lonely,” a

beautifully written piece that proves her talent not only as a singer but as a writer as well. Her first single was written by CJ Solar, a notable writer and performer himself. Mathews has had the opportunity to perform with Solar and looks forward to collaborating with him more in the future as well as with other artists.

Her stage performances display a seasoned artist and the many years she has spent on the stage. Performing is her “sixth sense,” and this “girl next door” hopes you give her music a listen with an open heart.

DATE: Saturday, August 3

TIME: 6 p.m.

PLACE: Santaquin Rodeo Arena, 200 S. 400 West

COST: FREE with Rodeo Admission

ORCHARD DAYS 5K RUN

Join the wild run on an exciting new path through dirt trails by the reservoir and orchards and finishing on Santaquin’s streets. This run kicks off at Harvest View Sports Complex, dashes through those secret trails and finishes off at City Center Park, 45 W. 100 South. Bussing from the finish line to the start line will also be availabe the morning of the race.

After crossing the finish line, you’ll be all set for a day packed with events and fun as well as prize drawings. Get ready for the Car Show and parade just a stone’s throw away. We can’t wait to catch you there!

Packet pickup will begin at 6:00 AM at the Harvest View Sports Complex. For participants who wish to have their vehicles available at the end of the race, bus transportation to the Harvest View Sports Complex will be provided. Busing will begin at 6 am with the final shuttle departing at 6:45 AM. Kindly note that transportation services will cease once the race commences.

DATE: Saturday, August 3

TIME: 7 a.m.

PLACE: Harvest View

Sports Complex

ENTRY FEE: $30

Presenting Sponsor: Comcast

ORCHARD DAYS

5K RUN ROUTE

GRAND PARADE

The 2024 Orchard Days Grand Parade will be one of the culminating events of this year’s Orchard Days celebration. The parade route is unique due to Main Street construction. Entries are limited and can sign up for available spots at santaquin.activityreg.com.

The parade participant drop-off zone will be on 300 South between Center Street and 200 East. The parade will

begin at 100 South and 400 East and proceed west on 100 South to 100 West. The parade will then turn south on 100 West and proceed south to 300 South. The parade will then turn east on 300 South and travel to Center Street where it will end.

For more information, send an email to jbradley@santaquin.org.

DATE: Saturday, August 3

TIME: 9 a.m.

PLACE: Start is 100 S 400 E, West to 100 N, South to 300 S & Ending at 300 S. & Center Street

COST: FREE

2024 CAR SHOW

Members of the public are invited to show off their classic cars, hot rods and other customized vehicles during the Orchard Days Car Show.

The Car Show is open to all vehicles. The models can be older classics, newer customized vehicles or exotic, rare vehicles — anything the owner would like to exhibit for the public.

There will also be a category titled “Under Construction” that will be open to any project at any point in the reconstruction process.

There will be a drawing for many great prize items like a big screen TV, a Yeti cooler and more. Prize drawing tickets are $3 for one or 4 for $10.

Performing as part of the Car Show will be the band Ridin’ Shotgun. Those attending can also enjoy lunch from vendors and talk with car owners. This is an awesome chance to hear some cool stories about their vehicles while you’re waiting for your name to be drawn! For more information about the Car Show, contact Orchard Days Car Show Chairman Jody Mitchell at 801-754-7343.

Presenting Sponsor: Leavitt Insurance

RIDIN’ SHOTGUN

Ridin’ Shotgun is a five-member, Utah County-based country western cover band. The band has been playing together for more than a decade and has performed at venues all along the Wasatch Front and beyond. The band particularly enjoys performing at small town festivals, farmers’ markets and special community events.

The band covers country music from the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s and from artists such as Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, Mary Robbins, Dwight Yokum and George Strait.

The band also occasionally plays hits from modern country artists such as Garth Brooks as well as tunes by the Beach Boys and Van Morrison. Nostalgic entertainment is its goal, and its members love to leave audiences young and old happy and well entertained.

FOOD & CRAFT VENDORS

Centennial Park will be full of activities on Saturday, Aug. 3, from craft and food vendors to listening to a concert. There will be a variety of craft vendors, food trucks and walk through the Car Show.

Plan to stroll through the park, meet friends, enjoy a bite to eat and shop the unique goods you’ll find at the Orchard

Days Craft Boutique. There will be a variety of vendors offering face painting, handmade items, jewelry, vintage clothing and more.

There will be a courtesy bus that runs from 10 a.m.to 2 p.m.transporting people from the Car Show and vendors over to the inflatable fun zone and back.

DATE: Saturday, August 3

TIME: Registration 8 a.m. Show 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

PLACE: Centennial Park, 300 W. 100 South

COST: Free to view.

Registration fee: $20 first vehicle, $10 second vehicle

There will be a courtesy bus that runs from 10 a.m.to 2 p.m.transporting people from the Car Show and vendors over to the inflatable fun zone and back.