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Happy Birthday America!
Hello neighbors!
July is a busy time in Utah. Not only are kids enjoying a well-deserved summer vacation, but we also celebrate both our national independence as well as the pioneers who settled this amazing place we all call home. This year, we have even more to celebrate: the 250th anniversary of our country.
Sometimes in the hustle and bustle of modern life, we forget that we live in the freest and most prosperous land the world has ever known. Only 250 years ago we would each have been eating whatever we could grow or hunt, existing without electricity, indoor plumbing, or (gasp!) the internet, and living under the thumb of whatever king, queen, czar, count, or despot ruled our particular place on Earth. Worst of all, in most cases we would never have the freedom to choose anything else.
How grateful I am that God above inspired a few courageous men and women to fight for our inalienable rights. To establish a land where we all have an opportunity to educate ourselves, pursue our dreams, and improve our station in life. How blessed I feel to live in this state where these rights and freedoms are celebrated. How grateful I am to be an American!
This issue is dedicated to celebrating that freedom.
We’ll celebrate the freedom to explore by highlighting many of the extraordinary but lesser-known wonders found around our communities. We’ll celebrate the freedom of expression by interviewing local best-selling author Jennifer Youngblood. We’ll celebrate the freedom to care for the land by learning about The Plant Institute’s approach to water in the West. And finally, we’ll celebrate the freedom to enjoy an authentic French pastry on Bastille Day (July 14th) too.
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July 2026
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WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN
1: West Jordan celebrates the city’s 2026 Western Stampede Rodeo royalty. 2: Glenmoor Golf Club was recognized with the South Valley Chamber Small Business Impact Award. 3: South Jordan hosted Art on the Towne, with booths, art demos, live music, and more. 4: Fitness training experts at D1 Training celebrate their official ribbon cutting. 5: West Jordan celebrated Memorial Day with its annual Car Show and Tribute program. 6: West Jordan celebrated Memorial Day with its annual Car Show and Tribute program. 7: Riverton City council recognized recipients of the Riverton Choice in Education awards.
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8: South Valley Chamber representatives join delegation in Washington, D.C. to gain insight into national policy. 9: Officials break ground on the new Lifetime Fitness athletic facility in Herriman. 10: Riverton City hosted appreciation lunch to recognize dedication and service of Riverton police officers. 11: South Jordan officials celebrate opening of PT Walton Jr. arena at USU Bastian Agricultural Center. 12: The winning team from the LiveDAYBREAK Relay Race. 13: Locals enjoying the Torani Treat Truck at Mountain View Village. 14: Representatives from Terra Kitchen & Bath at the SLC Home Show.
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SUMMER of CELEBRATION!
Discover the Spirit of America across the Jordan River Corridor
From wide-open Western landscapes to deeply rooted hometown traditions, July in Utah is a celebration of freedom in all its forms. This year, that spirit carries even greater meaning as the nation marks its 250th anniversary, a milestone that invites both reflection and revelry.
AMERICA250 FOURTH OF JULY
Independence Day celebrations bring fireworks and flag-lined streets to South Jordan, West Jordan, Herriman, Riverton, and other south valley cities as part of a nationwide moment marking two and a half centuries of independence.
In South Jordan, the city’s Fourth of July celebration brings neighbors together at City Park for a full day of festive activities. Residents can enjoy live music, food vendors, games, and entertainment throughout the afternoon and evening. The celebration culminates in a fireworks show that will awe the community under the summer sky.
The Western Stampede is one of West Jordan’s most anticipated summer traditions, blending PRCA rodeo action with live entertainment, carnival rides, and community events. Held annually over the Fourth of July, it captures the spirit of the West with a festive, family-friendly atmosphere and a fireworks finale that lights up the valley.
Riverton’s Town Days captures the spirit of small-town America at its most festive. One of the city’s largest events, the multi-day
Independence Day festival remains a cornerstone of July as attendees participate in a grand parade, concerts, pickleball tournaments, and a chuckwagon breakfast.
In Herriman, that spirit takes on a quieter, more reflective tone. High above the valley, the Herriman Fire Memorial Flag stands as a tribute to fallen first responders—an American flag visible across the foothills. For many, the 3.8-mile hike to reach it has become part of their Fourth of July tradition. And while the trail is moderately challenging, the reward is both a panoramic view and a reminder of what the holiday represents.
Across the Jordan River corridor, each city offers its own expression of Independence Day, but all share the same goal of gathering, celebrating, and remembering.
And even if your city isn’t hosting events that speak to your spirit, America250 Utah organizers encourage you to find what moves you.
When Governor Spencer Cox launched Utah’s America250 Commission, he urged the community and business leaders to think big. “I want you to be ambitious,” he said. “I want you to remind us what it means to be American, what it means to be from this state.”
Nicole Handy, executive director of America250 Utah, explains, “We wanted to make sure we support people in whatever way they want to celebrate.” The America250 Utah effort is guided by three goals: to educate, engage, and unite.
“July in Utah is a celebration of freedom in all its forms.”
Some initiatives invite participants to visit a museum or volunteer. Signature programs such as Walk 250 encourage people to get outside and walk or roll 250 miles and America’s Potluck will take place simultaneously across all 50 states and Puerto Rico on July 5.
“There are so many different ways to celebrate and people can choose how they want to commemorate in a way that resonates with them,” Handy continues.
PIONEER DAY
Later in the month, a uniquely Utah holiday—Pioneer Day—honors the state’s heritage and the perseverance that shaped it on July 24.
This local lens on the idea of independence honors resilience, migration, and the communities that grew from it. Parades, rodeos, and neighborhood celebrations echo the same reasons to gather and celebrate: connection, heritage, and shared experience.
The Days of ‘47 Parade runs through downtown Salt Lake City on July 24 and features floats, marching bands, and many horses, which you can see plenty more of at Days of ’47 Rodeo at the Utah State Fairpark. This top-tier PRCA rodeo closes with a special drone and fireworks show.
And then there’s Pie & Beer Day—a tongue-in-cheek tradition that has quickly become a cultural staple and offers a lighthearted, local counterpoint. Proof that celebration here is as diverse as the people who call Utah home.
Together, these holidays create a layered narrative of what it means to be both a Utahn and an American.
THE POWER OF LOCAL CELEBRATION
Handy emphasizes that the strength of the anniversary of our nation lies not in any single event, but in how it comes to life at the local level.
“The simple act of coming together, breaking bread, and sharing a conversation and getting to know your neighbor a little bit better is a powerful thing,” she says.
Even amid fireworks and festivals, those moments are everywhere—families gathering early to claim a spot in the park, neighbors sharing snacks, conversations sparked between strangers.
“I want you to be ambitious,”
Utah Governor Spencer Cox said. “I want you to remind us what it means to be American, what it means to be from this state.”
From the glow of fireworks against the Wasatch and Oquirrh Mountains to the quiet pride of a flag on a hillside, this celebratory month will be remembered in the way we show up for each other, in the traditions we carry forward, and in the new ones we create along the way.
And in this 250th year of America, let’s all celebrate together.
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EXPLORING THE Extraordinary
The communities in the Jordan River area might be best known as some of the Salt Lake Valley’s fastest-growing suburbs, but look a little closer and you’ll find a region that rewards curiosity at every turn. From indigenous rock art etched into stone thousands of years ago to a lifesize replica of a beloved Disney home, from a Wild West amusement park tucked inside a historic mill village to a working farm that has become the area’s gathering heart, this corridor offers a wide range of experiences that defy
easy categorization. Threading through it all is the Jordan River Parkway, a 40-mile urban trail system that winds from Utah Lake to the Great Salt Lake, offering scenic biking and walking access through wetlands, river corridors, and natural habitats that feel worlds away from the surrounding suburbs. Whether you’re a history seeker, a family looking for a memorable afternoon, or simply someone who likes to discover what’s hiding in plain sight, the Jordan River area offers something worth your time.
Unexpected Adventures Along the Jordan River Corridor
ARTICLE BY KELLENE RICKS ADAMS
Midas Creek Tunnel
10600 South and Jordan River
Along the Midas Creek Trail, part of the larger Jordan River Parkway system in Riverton, there are sections where the creek passes underneath major roads through large, walkable culverts. Through the years, these tunnels became a canvas for local street art, with the bold, vivid images making the Jordan River walk (or run) even more fascinating. In recent years, these vibrant images have been confined to the tunnel under the 10600 South bridge, where artists who apply through a formal process can receive approval to share their talents along the river walk.
The Real UP House
13222 Herriman Rose Blvd., Herriman
Tucked into a quiet Herriman neighborhood, this charming home is an exact, Disney-authorized replica of Carl and Ellie’s house from the Pixar film Up, built by Bangerter Homes with the Walt Disney Corporation’s exclusive authorization. The exterior perfectly matches the iconic film, right down to the colors and architectural details, and the interior features the beloved chairs, mantle, and a mural above Paradise Falls. It functions as a private family residence, but the owners open it for a limited number of photo sessions each month, both indoors and out. Street photos are also welcome.
Ricochet Canyon at Gardner Village
1132 W 7800 South, West Jordan
Gardner Village is already one of West Jordan’s most-visited destinations, built around a historic flour mill dating to 1877. On the southwest corner of the property, Ricochet Canyon is a Wild Westthemed amusement park that includes everything that those young at heart could desire, including a gravity coaster; an interactive petting zoo with goats, lambs, ponies, emus, and more; a western-themed playground; a garden train layout; a gem mining sluice; and live seasonal entertainment. Admission is free; rides and the petting zoo require a stamp card.
Yates Petroglyphs
Located in the North Oquirrh Management Area
The Yates Petroglyphs are among the most remarkable ancient sites within reach of the Jordan River corridor. The rock art panels, which date back some 9,000 years, are accessible via the Yates Springs trailhead. The images carved into these rock faces predate recorded history by millennia, making this a site that both the casual visitor and the history enthusiast can enjoy. As with all petroglyph sites, visitors are asked not to touch the panels, as oils from human hands can permanently degrade these irreplaceable artifacts.
Bricks & Minifigs
1086 W South Jordan Pkwy., Suite 105, South Jordan
For LEGO enthusiasts of all ages, Bricks & Minifigs South Jordan is something of a pilgrimage destination. The store specializes exclusively in new, used, and retired LEGO products, with bins of bulk bricks to sort through, along with rare and collectible sets to peruse, a vast minifigure selection, and a buy-sell-trade model that makes it endlessly browsable. STEAM educational courses and LEGO-themed birthday parties in a dedicated party room are options as well.
Day Ranch Park
1156 Rochelle Day Drive, Bluffdale
This nearly 20-acre space combines a 9,000-square-foot skate area, a 10,000-square-foot bike pump track, skill lines, jump features, and a bike playground, making it the first site in Utah to combine all these elements in a single location. A nature-themed inclusive playground with a butterfly garden, eight pickleball courts, a tennis court, and multi-purpose sports fields round out a remarkably diverse set of amenities.
ARTICLE BY KELLENE RICKS ADAMS
Jordan River Corridor Farmers Markets
FRESH, LOCAL, AND COMMUNITY CENTERED
The South Jordan Farmers Market
The South Jordan Farmers Market (1600 W. Towne Center Drive) runs Saturdays from approximately August through mid-October, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and features locally grown produce and free weekly kids' crafts.
The Daybreak Farmers Market
The Daybreak Farmers Market (Kestrel Rise Rd. and Daybreak Parkway,) runs Saturdays approximately July through October, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Herriman Farmers Marketplace
The Herriman Farmers Marketplace (Crane Park, 5375 W. Main Street) is held on select Mondays, 5-9 p.m., from approximately July through October, with additional special event markets throughout the season.
The Kinlands
The West Jordan Farmers Market
The West Jordan Farmers Market (Veterans Memorial Park, 1985 W. 7800 South) runs Wednesdays, approximately July through early October.
The Kinlands is a working farm, event center, and store located on 6.5 acres of land in Riverton (11887 S. 4000 West). Step into the shoppe to find fresh produce at the height of the season as well as flowers, gardening books, and home items. On Sundays, enjoy a land-to-table brunch. The Kinland’s summer season runs through September 21.
*Most markets operate seasonally, roughly summer through early fall, so consult their websites before visiting.
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Three Rules for Wise Financial Giving
Ah, the joy of giving! Whether it’s helping a grandkid with college, giving your kid a down payment on a house, or just slipping them a little “fun money,” sharing your wealth feels good. But before you start writing checks like Santa in December, let’s pause for a quick financial reality check.
First, give from abundance, not obligation. Make sure your own retirement, healthcare, and rainy-day funds are secure. Your kids can still get student loans—no one offers retirement loans!
Second, understand the gift tax rules. The IRS lets you give up to $18,000 per person per year (as of 2025) without triggering paperwork. Married couples can double that. Larger gifts may need a simple tax form— not a big deal, but worth knowing.
Third, think strategy, not spontaneity. Direct gifts can be great, but sometimes a 529 college plan, a custodial account, or even a family trust can stretch your gift’s impact (and protect it from being spent entirely on spring break in Cancun).
Finally, talk about it. Money can stir up emotions faster than a Thanksgiving debate. Be clear about your intentions, whether it’s “for your education” or “for your future, not your fun.” Transparency today prevents tension tomorrow.
So yes—give generously, wisely, and with love. After all, teaching financial responsibility might just be the greatest gift you’ll ever give.
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ARTICLE BY KELLENE RICKS ADAMS
Utah author Jennifer Youngblood believes the best stories offer hope and connection.
Happy Endings
Many people dream about writing a novel someday, but Jennifer Youngblood has actually written more than 90 of them. The Alabama-born, Utah-based author has built a remarkable career in independent publishing, turning a lifelong passion into a full-scale creative enterprise, one character at a time.
author Jennifer Youngblood
It started with a family legend. Youngblood’s debut novel was inspired by her great-grandmother, a larger-than-life woman who raised cotton on a rural Alabama farm before the Great Depression. When Youngblood discovered a page of notes her mother had jotted down about the woman, something clicked. “Let’s write this thing together,” she told her mother.
The seeds for Youngblood’s writing career had been planted much earlier, in a fourth-grade reading class. Her teacher assigned a novella to be read during a one-hour period each day. Youngblood read voraciously, looking around in bafflement at classmates who were goofing off rather than riveted.
That passion didn’t translate immediately into a career. Life intervened with marriage and two sons. It was her husband who provided the impetus for change. “What are you waiting for?” he asked. “Why not start now?” After a week of deliberation, Youngblood got up at 5 a.m. one morning and confronted a blank computer screen. “It was a do-or-die moment,” she recalls. A few words became more, and more became a novel. “It’s only when I’m writing a story that I feel complete,” she says.
Today, Youngblood’s days begin with yoga and cardio before she starts work, half the day is spent managing her publishing business, half spent writing. Her process is character driven; she writes
author Jennifer Youngblood
personality profiles, observing what makes each person tick. Then she identifies the climax and works backward. “I’m all about letting the characters dictate the story,” she explains.
She is a committed researcher, interviewing people in relevant fields and traveling to settings when possible. After a trip to Italy, she wrote several novels set there. Her popular Navy SEALs Romance Series, now six books deep, reflects the same thoroughness.
Asked why she never tires of romance, Youngblood lands on something a fellow author once said: “We all have ups and downs, but I prefer to end my stories on the up.” Youngblood’s response? “Exactly.”
Still with a bottomless well of stories to tell, Youngblood shows no sign of slowing down. “From the time I was a little girl, I wanted to be a writer,” she says. “And now that’s what I hope to keep doing, well into my golden years.”
ARTICLE BY HEATHER L. KING
Rethinking the Landscape
Inside The Plant Institute’s Approach to Water in the West
In Utah, conversations about water often begin with scarcity. Reservoir levels, snowpack totals, and conservation mandates. But at The Plant Institute, the brainchild of horticulturist Ben Behunin, a different question is taking root: what if the issue isn’t just how much water we use, but how our landscapes are designed to use it?
Behunin is exploring a shift in how we think about water conservation—one focusing not on removing landscapes, but in understanding how they function. The research points to a surprising culprit in urban water use: not just irrigation habits, but the physical structure of plants themselves.
“Healthy plant canopies that are strategically managed for density, airflow, light penetration, and plant physiology can significantly reduce unnecessary water demand while preserving shade, cooling benefits, aesthetics, and long-term plant health,” Behunin explains.
In simple terms, the more dense a plant’s canopy, the more water it “sweats” back into the atmosphere. That insight reframes a long-standing approach to conservation. For years, strategies like xeriscaping and turf removal have focused on reducing inputs, meaning less grass, less water. But
The Plant Institute is focused on output: how plants actually release water.
It’s a subtle distinction with significant implications.
One example lies in a common landscaping practice: shearing shrubs into tight, manicured shapes. While visually tidy, the process triggers dense regrowth and increases total leaf surface area, ultimately driving higher water demand. The result is a dense outer shell canopy that maximizes transpiration rather than minimizing it.
At the same time, widely adopted water-saving methods like rock-heavy xeriscaping may introduce another challenge: heat. Rock mulch can reach temperatures between 130°F and 160°F in peak summer conditions, raising surrounding air temperatures and increasing plant stress.
To address this, The Plant Institute has developed the JLB Precision Canopy Management System, a science-based landscape and urban forestry management approach developed by Behunin through decades of practical field experience in Utah’s arid climate. It’s designed to reduce plant density without sacrificing the benefits of living landscapes. By selectively pruning at
With more than 500,000 acre-feet of water used annually on residential landscapes, even modest efficiency gains could have meaningful, state-wide impact.
natural growth points rather than shaping externally, the system lowers total leaf area, reducing water demand while preserving shade, cooling, and ecological value.
The numbers are compelling. Compared to conventional landscapes, JLB-managed properties can reduce water use by roughly 45 percent—saving nearly 47,000 gallons annually per home— while maintaining the cooling benefits that vegetation provides.
That balance may prove critical as Utah looks for scalable solutions. With more than 500,000 acre-feet of water used annually on residential landscapes, even modest efficiency gains could have meaningful, state-wide impact.
“The system integrates arboriculture, irrigation management, plant physiology, soil science, and microclimate management into one coordinated water conservation strategy,” he notes.
What The Plant Institute suggests is a new way of thinking that doesn’t ask residents to abandon green space, but to refine it. Instead of replacing landscapes, optimize them. Instead of removing plants, understand them.
Because in the end, the future of water in the West may not be defined by how much we take away but rather by how thoughtfully we shape what remains.
CULINARY
CREATIONS
French Pastries Find a Utah Home at Éclair French Café
ARTICLE BY KELLENE RICKS ADAMS PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANGELA LANG PHOTOGRAPHY
Tucked into the growing Daybreak community in South Jordan, Éclair French Café brings a taste of European pastry culture to Utah. Opened earlier this year by pastry chef Joseph Youssef, the café is the newest addition to a family of pastry shops that began with Éclair French Pastry in Sandy in 2020 and expanded to City Creek in 2024.
A formally trained pastry chef, Youssef has always loved tasty desserts. Originally from Egypt, he later lived in Greece, where he owned a restaurant on the island of Mykonos. In 2011, he moved to Utah, where he eventually built a business centered around one of his favorite desserts: the éclair.
“I love baking,” Youssef explains, noting that the classic French pastry’s rich cream fillings and delicate dough first inspired his passion for pastry making. Today, his shops offer more than 30 éclair flavors, while the Daybreak café features a curated selection alongside an expanded café menu designed to encourage customers to stay a while. Guests can settle in over specialty coffees, hot chocolates, juices, and mocktails while enjoying a brunch or lunch menu in a relaxed café atmosphere. The space also hosts special events, further reinforcing the neighborhood feel Youssef envisioned.
Among Youssef’s favorite pastries are fruit tarts, which he loves for their versatility. Whether filled with lemon curd or classic pastry cream (Youssef’s personal favorites) or fresh fruit, jams, or jellies, he says tarts provide bakers, and customers, with endless creativity.
lemon curd tart
DIRECTIONS:
1. Cream butter until soft and smooth. Add powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated. Add eggs, allowing each egg to blend completely before adding the next one.
2. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure an even mixture.
3. Add vanilla, then flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix just until dough comes together, about one minute.
4. Chill in refrigerator for several hours until firm, then shape dough into tart shells of preferred size.
5. Gently prick the base of each shell with fork to prevent rising during baking.
6. Bake in preheated 350 degree F oven for approximately eight minutes, or until shells are golden brown.
7. Fill with lemon or fruit curd, pastry or whipped cream, fruit preserves or fresh fruit.
8. Serve immediately.
YOUSSEF’S FAVORITE TART SHELLS
INGREDIENTS:
• 400 grams butter (room temperature)
• 400 grams powdered sugar
• 5 eggs
• 1 Tbsp. vanilla
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 Tbsp. baking powder
• 1,000 grams flour
tart shell filled with lemon curd
Youssef’s Favorite Tart Shells
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES
MAKEUP BY MIKAYLA CRANE
The 10% Target Mindset
Jen Cohen ON THE PRACTICE OF ASKING FOR WHAT YOU WANT
Winnipeg in the winter, and a 17-year-old waits 45 minutes in the cold for Keanu Reeves. Her fingers are numb. She is not there for an autograph. She is there to ask him to appear in her audition tape for MuchMusic, Canada’s MTV. When he finally agrees, she writes her number on a gum wrapper with a borrowed lip liner.
He calls days later.
That 17-year-old was Jen Cohen — fitness expert, host of the Habits & Hustle podcast, and best-selling author. She has built a career on the premise her frostbitten afternoon proved. She calls the practice the 10% Target: 10 attempts at whatever you want most in life.
The premise is simple. Most people never make one attempt. Almost nobody makes two. The math works in favor of the person who keeps going.
The top-rated Habits & Hustle podcast has logged hundreds of conversations with high performers and the people who study what the body does to the mind. Her TEDx talk, The Secret to Getting Anything You Want in Life, has traveled widely inside Fortune 500 sales-training rooms. On the Share the Lifestyle podcast, Cohen sits down to share the working rules that are the foundation of her latest book, Bigger, Better, Bolder.
“You have to be the CEO of your own life.”
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MAKE TEN ATTEMPTS
The door opens, or another door does. The unmade attempt and the refused one leave you in the same place — except one of them teaches you something.
STACK THE DECK
Cohen frames her habits as a wager: How do I stack the deck so I win more than I lose? The workout happens first, and the food decisions follow. The email follow-up gets sent, and the answer arrives. The choices compound in a single direction.
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DISCIPLINE IS A PRACTICED SKILL, NOT AN INHERITANCE
No one is born with it. The people who look disciplined are running a routine they have rehearsed long enough that it no longer feels like effort. The reps are the skill. Miss them, and the skill fades, the same as any other.
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SELF-TALK ONLY WORKS WHEN THE BODY BACKS IT UP
Confidence does not arrive by repeating the word. It arrives after the body has done the thing — the workout finished, the cold walk endured, the email sent. The mind takes its cues from what the body proves it can do. Talk follows action, not the other way around.
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NEVER MISS A MONDAY
The first decision sets the slope of the rest. Skip the Monday workout, and the rest of the week tends to follow. Hold the line on Monday, and the slope tilts the other way.
JULY 2026
events
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
VARIOUS EVENINGS IN JULY
Daybreak Summer Concert Series
America First Square on Rio Tinto Kennecott Stage | 8:00 PM
The Daybreak Summer Concert Series is one of South Jordan’s signature seasonal entertainment programs, featuring outdoor live music performances ranging from tribute bands and country artists to regional touring acts and family friendly performers. The series encourages residents and visitors to gather outdoors for music, dancing, food, and community socializing in the Daybreak area throughout the summer months.
EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
Movies in the Moonlight
Highland Park | 9:00 PM
Cozy up under the stars for South Jordan City’s Movies in the Moonlight series! Enjoy a lineup of family-friendly films that are perfect for all ages. Before the movie starts, enjoy themed activities, grab concessions, or treat yourself to something delicious from the food trucks. Learn more at www.SJC.utah. gov/201/Movies-in-the-Moonlight
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Riverton Town Days
Riverton City Park
Riverton Town Days is one of the city’s largest and longest-running annual celebrations, bringing together thousands of residents and visitors for a multi-day Independence Day festival. The event includes a parade, carnival rides, live concerts, vendor booths, children’s activities, races, pickleball tournaments, outdoor movies, Bingo, a chuckwagon breakfast, fireworks, and community entertainment.
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Western Stampede
West Jordan City venues
West Jordan’s Western Stampede is one of Utah’s largest Independence Day celebrations, featuring PRCA rodeo competitions, carnival rides, a grand parade, fireworks, drone shows, live entertainment, food trucks, vendor fairs, family activities, and community events that attract thousands of visitors annually. Learn more at www.WesternStampede.com
JULY 10TH
SoJo Glow Night Race
Mulligans Golf & Games | 10:30 PM
This nighttime community race features glow-themed costumes, illuminated race paths, family participation opportunities, and a festive atmosphere designed to bring residents together for fitness and entertainment during the summer season. Learn more at www.BinghamCreekRegionalPark.org
JULY 20TH
Plein Air Painting
Conservation Garden Park | 4:00 PM
During this workshop, kids and adults are invited to explore the colorful scenery of Conservation Garden Park and turn it into expressive artwork. The instructor will guide participants through simple techniques for observing shapes, choosing colors, and capturing what they see. Everyone will go home with a piece of art inspired by water conservation and their day in the garden.
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