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LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Paula Christie | paula.christie@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

It is a good thing to give thanks

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SOUTHERN UTAH, WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR THIS YEAR? When we

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look around, we have so many reasons to count our blessings.

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At this season, I am reminded of Mrs. Rudd, my third grade teacher, who each

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morning read from the Book of Psalms or Proverbs. My classmates and I were of

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many different denominations and faiths, but we were unified in this introduction to our day. In my mind's eye, I see Mrs. Rudd standing in front of our class with her commanding presence, reading Psalm 100: "Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands . . . Enter unto his gates with thanksgiving and unto his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name" (Psalms 100: 1, 4). Although she would read all five verses, these two remain in my memory still, especially in this season of thanks and gratitude.

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Hopefully, this month's issue will remind us of the thoughtful, kind and generous people we have living among us as our neighbors and friends. Our hearts are warmed to see the myriad ways in which our community celebrates the holidays— family traditions, bountiful feasts and giving back to this community we call home. This month, may your home be filled with the aroma of freshly baked pies, the

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2021

FEATURES 14 A Dazzling Thanksgiving Display by Chef Jackie at Harmons For the beauty of the earth

16 Grateful for Change Appreciation for nature's wonders

20 A Tribute to St. George Veteran Lester Keate Dedicated to St. George veteran, Lester Keate

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24 Thankful for Music Maestro Darger and Alyce Gardner talk music, mission and impact

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Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Local Experiences

Hot Spot

30 Lifestyle Calendar

GOOD TIMES 1.

Remembering the Brave September 11 in Town Square The City of St. George held a special program honoring all heroes and remembering those who died as a result of the terrorist acts on September 11, 2001. In commemoration of the 20th Anniversary, citizens paid tribute to local first responders, as well as veterans and others who serve and protect our communities. PHOTOS COURTESY OF CITY OF ST. GEORGE

1. John Mayer plays “Amazing Grace” | 2. Mayor Randall recalls the events of Sep. 11, 2001 | 3. Carl Lamar talks of patriotism and the importance of never forgetting the sacrifices of so many. | 4. Children’s choirs sing under spacious skies | 5. Mark Dransfield gives an impassioned speech | 6. The crowds offer their respect to those who sacrificed.

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City of St. George Arts Summit The 2021 St. George Arts Summit was held recently at the Electric Theater Center with the theme "Essentially Arts." Arts advocates listened to speakers Corbin Allred, actor and physicians's assistant; Ernestor Balderos, Utah Cultural Alliance; and Lance Brown, who talked about mission and vision statements. The annual Excellence in Arts Awards were awarded to Dr. Lynn Dean, postumously, and Matt Clark. PHOTOS BY MINDY SUTTNER

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MATT CLARK, METAL SCULPTOR, WINS COMMUNITY AWARD Matt Clark recently received The Excellence in Arts Award by the St. George Arts Commission for his artistic achievements. Matt dreamed of becoming a champion cowboy, but at age 17, he suffered a spinal cord injury. After months of intensive spinal rehabilitation, his doctors gave him three years to live. Forty-two years later, he works from a wheelchair repurposing metal objects that have outlived their usefulness. Matt gives each piece a new reason to be. The transformation of these objects are symbolic of his own journey of transforming broken dreams.

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name. Roland’s paintings are in more than 1,000 permanent collections, and his travel sketches have been featured in art magazines. He is a coveted speaker and instructor in painting techniques. His works may be purchased from Rolandlee.com. Roland lives in St. George near Zion National Park.

DR. LYNN DEAN HONORED POSTHUMOUSLY FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS The Excellence in Art Award was awarded posthumously to Dr. Lynn Dean by the St. George Arts Commission. He completed a bachelor’s in music education from Brigham Young University and a master’s in composition; he later earned his DMA in composition. Dr. Dean maintained a large private studio in his home and served as an adjunct faculty member at Dixie State University. He has held a number of positions in the Utah Music Teachers Association, including State Second Vice President in charge of the Music Teachers National Association Competitions.

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THANKFUL THIS MONTH, WE CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING, A TIME TO REMIND OURSELVES OF THE BOUNTIFUL BLESSINGS WE HAVE IN OUR LIVES. November is an opportunity to spend time with the ones we love during this holiday season and give more of ourselves to those around us.

THANKSGIVING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES + Switchpoint Community Resource Center soup kitchen Monday through Friday. Teams of five to eight people needed to prepare and serve lunch daily. tel. 435.628.9310 948 N 1300 W # 1 St George, Utah + Neighborhood Connections: Make weekend meal packs for school kids who go hungry without school lunch. Many different ways to help. tel. 435.313.4725 3531 Sagebrush Dr Santa Clara, Utah + Assistance League of Southern Utah sponsors Operation School Bell, arranges shopping for low-income school-aged children, enhances literacy opportunities and provides communnity outreach.Tel. 435.688.9399 | info@alofsu.org 1150 E Riverside Drive #910728, St. George, Utah 84790 + Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers serve the Office of the Guardian ad Litem by getting to know children and their families. tel. 435.986.5725 | ktrinalynh@utcourts.gov 206 W Tabernacle, Suite 175, St. George, Utah 84770-2405 + Lifting Hands International - St. George provides humanitarian aid to refugees at home and abroad, such as hygiene kits. Contact Hydie tel. 435.619.4470 or traci@liftinghandsinternational.org 3173 Seegmiller Dr, St. George, Utah 84790 12

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CAFÉ CRAWL + Farmstead Bakery is a European-style bakery that sells fresh baked bread like sourdough and challah, cakes, pies, pastries, donuts, sandwiches pizza, salds and more. 18 S 200 W Tabernacle, St. George, Utah 84770-3315 + Perks! Espresso, & Smoothies is a quick-bites cafe etablished in 2003. Offers breakfast from 5:30 a.m. Takeout and drive-through also available. Positive reviews. 1515 W Sunset Blvd, St George, Utah + Tifany's Creperie offers comfort food with a European flair: sweet and savory crepes, sandwiches, pasta, desserts, burnch, lunch and dinner. Locally owned and operated. 567 S Valley View Dr, St. George, Utah 84770-4431 + Cafe FeelLove at Ancestor Square offers salads, pastries, cakes by the slide, beignets, avocado toast and assorted beverages, including smoothies. Get ready for fall specialties. 2 West St. George Blvd., Suite 38 Ancestor Square, St. George, Utah 84770

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A DAZZLING THANKSGIVING DISPLAY

STAR POWER IN HUES OF GOLD

BY CHEF JACKIE AT HARMONS

DECIDING ON THE THANKSGIVING DINNER MENU, CREATING FESTIVE DOOR DECORATIONS AND PLANNING

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MAY ALL TAKE PRIORITY OVER SELECTING THE PERFECT TABLE SETTING TO MAKE YOUR FAMILY AND GUESTS FEEL COMFORTABLE. But check out this table display by Chef Jackie and her team at Harmons Cooking School in Santa Clara. Jackie has selected smart tablecloths, gold-tinted flatware and decorations from local shops, including Harmons. She utilizes leaves and foliage from

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For the beauty of the earth

HARMONS ARTICLE JJ ABERNATHY | PHOTOGRAPHY ASHER J. SWAN

the garden to decorate the table. Pumpkins, redskinned pears, grapes in cheeseboard wheels and towers tease the senses. Large strands of twisted beads complement the table settings. The sky is the

limit in being imaginative and making your guests

Claudia, Chef Jackie and Tyler at Harmons Cooking School

grateful and full of thanks for the season. Putting in the effort to make your family feel like kings and queens of the day will not go unnoticed. For those who may opt for a non-alcoholic beverage, Jackie offers the following easy recipe:

Raise a toast to Thanksgiving praise

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THANKSGIVING COCKTAIL (NON-ALCOHOLIC) In a tall glass or goblet, add two droppers of apple bitters; add one-half glass of apple cider; fill the remainder of the glass with 7-UP. Stir and enjoy. If desired, garnish with an apple slice and a cinnamon stick for stirring.

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grateful for change ARTICLE JANICE BROOKS

PHOTOGRAPHY GRACE PARADELA

NO IF’S, AND’S OR SECOND THOUGHTS ABOUT IT, AUTUMN IS MY FAVORITE TIME OF THE YEAR!

ON AN ESPECIALLY SERENE DAY IN SEPTEMBER,

aspen trees. The yellow, orange and red, heart-shaped

I AM INVIGORATED BY THE CHILLY AFTERNOON

leaves flutter in the breeze. Slowing down, I am lulled into

WIND BLOWING THROUGH THE OPEN SUNROOF

deep contemplation at the contrast of the changing fall foli-

OF MY VINTAGE SPORTS CAR, WHILE LISTENING TO

age—the colorful changing aspen trees standing next to the

MY FAVORITE JAZZ PLAYLIST. Could life be any better?

unchanging Douglas-fir and bristlecone pine trees.

I whizz up steep grades and zip around the sharp curves

Change and sameness, side-by-side, I sigh. I begin

of the Scenic Byway US-14. I roll down the driver side win-

pondering, again, on how rapidly the world as we know

dow and tilt my head out to observe the towering quaking

it, is changing.

Nature: a bounty of color

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We, as a society, and indeed our own St. George community, are experiencing a period of monumental change. Large numbers of former tourists are now homeowners and neighbors, exciting new businesses and splendid master planned communities are popping up everywhere.

together, experienced in two-part harmony, creates gratitude. And now

Profound shifts in the global essential elements of social, health, eco-

is the time to dig deeper roots to cultivate a stronger attitude of gratitude.

nomic, educational, political and technological systems remind us that these new changes are affecting us in ways never imagined. Which is why I love the fall season and particularly the Thanksgiving holiday.

From Cicero to Buddha, many philosophers and spiritual teachers have celebrated gratitude. The world's major religions, including Christianity, Judaism, Islam and Hindu, cite gratitude as a morally advantageous emotional state, a frame of mind, that encourages

Thanksgiving, this traditional holiday festival, deliciously celebrated and wedged into our busy lives, provides a wonderful opportunity to remember the proverbial truth: Everything changes. Constantly. Like the soon-to-be-barren trees, stripped by winter’s frost, we inescapably must slow down and intuitively pause to quiet the mind and body. Being in nature and experiencing the change of season reminds us to be grateful for change.

compassion for oneself and humanity. Scientific evidence now proves what your great-grandparents extolled and knew instinctively years ago: Gratitude is an indispensable sign of virtue, and an integral part of our health, wholeness, and well-being. If we’re moving and breathing, change is inevitable. Social scientists believe those of us who survive during times of tumultuous change—and survive well—are not necessarily the

The word “Thanksgiving,” itself gives us pause—“thanks,” meaning kindly or grateful thoughts and “giving,” meaning make a present of. Both

most intelligent nor the strongest but those who respond well to ongoing change.

Change and sameness side by side

Barren trees stripped by winter frost

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Grains of sand nested together

The word “Thanksgiving,” itself gives us pause—“thanks,” meaning kindly or grateful thoughts and “giving,” meaning make a present of. Ah, but true change can be difficult. Especially, in times of crisis.

Sometimes, we often believe if things remain the same we are safe,

and our passionate and seasoned Red-‘D’irt in your shoes neighbors (pun intended, with gratitude).

secure. But, just like adolescence and aging, harvesting corn and

As we prepare Thanksgiving feasts, organize family festivities and

pruning rose bushes, change through growth, is often a wild and

begin to pen holiday correspondences with salutations of peace on

puzzling experience, and sometimes it can be emotionally, spiritually

earth and good will to all, may we also reaffirm our belief in the inter-

and physically painful.

connectedness of all life and continue to nourish our commitment

Dear reader, as a community, let us, collectively, generate a new-

and responsibility to our family, friends and neighbors.

found sense of our community spirit, whereby we experience anew,

Mother Nature gives us the greatest clues: The taller and stronger

the awe and wonder of living in a community that is changing and

the tree, the deeper the roots. And my favorite, one grain of sand,

thriving in glorious ways. Let us be grateful in thanksgiving for the

nestled together over eons of time, becomes a mighty mountain.

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Grave of Daniel Lester Keate, City of St. George Cemetery

A T R I BU T E T O S T. GE ORGE VETER A N L E S T E R K E AT E

Lester Keate (1895-1918)

MORE THAN A CENTURY AGO, A LOCAL VETERAN MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE IN THE WANING DAYS OF WORLD WAR I

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World War I poster depicting the unity of war workers and the military

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7-Gun Salute: Veterans from Lester Keate Post 90 on Memorial Day 2017, City of St. George Cemetery Photograph by JJ Abernathy

DURING THE FIRST WORLD WAR, THOUSANDS

two St. George men were wounded in action. Abbott

OF YOUNG UTAH MEN AND HUNDREDS OF

appeared to have suffered the worst of the two—a griev-

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Weeks later in St. George, Abbott’s parents received

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word that their son was missing in action. J.C. and Lucy

HUNGARY AND TURKEY. St. George resident Lester

Keate heard the same thing about their son, Lester. Their

Keate was one of those young men.

anxiety can only be imagined.

On Dec. 12, 1917, a dance at Dixie College—the school

Yet it was likely they felt much better after reading a

was established only six years earlier—was held to honor

letter from their son, Ralph Keate. Part of the same com-

Keate and five others from Southern Utah. The following

pany as Lester, Ralph wrote that he heard that Lester

day they piled into a relatively new and somewhat unreli-

was wounded but at the time of battle was seen walking

able innovation, the automobile, to drive north to enlist in

toward an ambulance.

the Marine Corps. A large gathering sent them off enthusiastically, fully expecting them to defeat the "Huns" in Europe and return gloriously to St. George.

“I don’t think he was hit very bad,” wrote Ralph. Abbott, meanwhile, recovered from his wound. It is believed he went on to study agricultural science at

This reality would not be as simple or straight forward.

Utah State University and lived a long life. Lester was

By May of 1918, Keate was part of the 5th Marine

not as fortunate.

Regiment, which included his brother, Ralph, and friend

On the morning of Jan. 6, 1919, nearly two months after

Israel Abbott, as they arrived in France. No doubt ner-

the end of World War I, Mr. and Mrs. Keate received a

vous about what lay ahead, they were ready for battle.

knock on their door. They learned that their son had died

During World War I, combat conditions were abysmal. The men were constantly in mud, besieged by pestilence

three months earlier, Oct. 4, 1918. Lester was 22 days short of his twenty-third birthday.

and disease, and wary of poisonous gas attacks. If they

Two months later in March 1919, the American Legion

survived that, they could look forward to charging head-

was created. In December that year, Post 90 was estab-

long into high-powered machine guns that tore into the

lished in St. George. It was named in honor of Lester

ranks of those ordered into no man’s land.

Keate, a man who died serving his country.

By Oct. 4, the 5th Marines were engaged in heavy fighting in the Champagne region of France. On that day,

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Maestro Lucas Darger

THANKFUL F OR M U S IC 24

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"MUSIC GIVES A SOUL TO THE UNIVERSE, WINGS TO THE MIND, FLIGHT TO THE IMAGINATION, AND LIFE TO EVERYTHING." (PLATO)

THE SOUTHWEST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA HAS BEEN REFERRED TO AS THE CORNERSTONE OF THE ARTS IN SOUTHERN UTAH, AND NO WONDER—FOR ITS CONDUCTOR, ITS MUSICIANS, ITS LEADERSHIP ARE UNIFIED BY ITS MISSION: TO INSPIRE AND ENRICH AUDIENCES THROUGH THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF SYMPHONIC MUSIC, AND TO BE THE CULTURAL HEART OF THE COMMUNITY, SHARING THE BEAUTY OF MUSIC THROUGH EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINING PERFORMANCES. Maestro Lucas Darger says the strength of the Southwest Symphony is rooted in its volunteer musicians who donate time and energy every week to play music because they believe in not only giving back to their community, but they believe in music’s power. He says, “Great music changes lives, and our musicians believe music can touch the heart and inspire the mind.” “I am proud of our staff and musicians for persevering during the past year and finding creative solutions to difficult challenges,” says Alyce Stevens Gardner, board chair of the symphony. “Their positive attitudes were the hallmark of the 2020 season. The challenges were unique, but they were met with determination to rise above and rise victorious.”

"Lamb of God" soloists and orchestra members

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Maestro Lucas Darger

As the symphony commences its 41st year, the following questions were posed to both Maestro Darger and Ms. Gardner about the symphony’s outlook: 1. WHAT DO YOU HOPE AUDIENCES DISCOVER IN THE SYMPHONY’S 2021-22 SEASON? The Maestro: I hope they rediscover how meaningful it is to have live, in-person arts and entertainment. You may watch anything on YouTube and stream music with the press of a button, but people are realizing they can’t replace the feelings, emotions, and energy that come with a live concert. We have great concerts planned, including some that had to be rescheduled due to the coronavirus. Our first concert this season was our Halloween Spooktacular, featuring the music of John Williams, one of the most influential film composers. The audience heard music from “Star Wars,” “E.T.,” “Jurassic Park,” “Indiana Jones,” “Memoirs of a Geisha,” “Saving Private Ryan” and more. We’ll present “Peter and the Wolf” in January. Our masterworks concert in March will highlight Demarre McGill, principal flute for the Seattle Symphony. We are bringing back the “Lamb of God” oratorio, and we have Caroline Campbell in April. Caroline is a fantastic violinist out of Los Angeles who will be performing Hollywood showpieces. Ms. Gardner: I hope audiences understand the innovative ways the symphony brings great symphonic music to our community. We work hard to make sure programming meets the needs of our audiences and preserves classical repertoire. We strengthen the arts in our community by collaborating with other performing arts organizations and providing music education programs. As a violinist and arts advocate, I believe music

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Symphony Board Chair Alyce Stevens Gardner

has the power to inspire, educate, unite and heal.

Another positive that has come out of the past

Music sparks innovation, creativity, goodness and

year is the creation of the Crescendo Club. With

beauty. It helps us express our values, build bridges

everything uncertain at the beginning of last season,

of understanding, and brings us together. We need

we couldn’t distribute regular season tickets, thus

that now more than ever.

we formed the Crescendo Club so patrons could get tickets to every concert, get priority access and pre-

2. HOW HAS THE SYMPHONY GROWN THIS

mium seating, at a fraction of the regular price. It was

PAST YEAR?

so popular, we’ve continued it this season.

Ms. Gardner: The symphony has grown in appreciation for performing live music. We realize how

3. WHAT SIZE AUDIENCES DO YOU PROJECT?

much we take that for granted when we don’t have it.

WHAT ABOUT SOCIAL DISTANCING AND THE

There is no substitute for live music.

WEARING OF MASKS?

The Maestro: We’ve faced challenges, but grown,

The Maestro: It’s difficult to project, but we antici-

the past year, both at the individual level and as an

pate smaller audiences. They’ll be larger than last year,

organization. We became nimbler as we reacted to an

since we won’t be limiting the audience like we did

ever-changing landscape, and we were forged into a

last season. We are encouraging masks, but we aren’t

more cohesive group of musicians for the sake of the

requiring them. We’ll continue to evaluate the situation.

music. We appreciate each other and the opportunity

Ms. Gardner: Our top priority has always been to

to play together, and as a result, the orchestra sounds

keep our musicians and patrons safe. We have tried

better now than we ever have.

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to be respectful and careful during the coronavirus to protect our musicians and patrons with social distancing and mask wearing. We aim to fill as many seats as possible; however, for safety, we will continue to adhere to all local COVID recommendations. 4. HOW HAS RECREATION ARTS AND PARKS (RAP) TAX IMPACTED THE SYMPHONY? Ms. Gardner: The RAP tax has been crucial to the sustainability of not only the Southwest Symphony, but many other arts organizations. It helps provide a solid financial base, provide music education for students and bring in some of the world’s finest musicians to perform for our community. RAP tax funding helps keep ticket prices affordable and accessible. We hope the community continues to support this vital funding source. The Maestro: It is impossible to overstate how important the RAP tax has been for us and arts organizations in the area. This has allowed us to grow and flourish and to raise the level of our performances. When you look at the world-class guest artists we’ve brought to this community, when you look at how the symphony has grown both in size and artistry, and when you see the outreach programs with the Washington County School District, it really is money that is reinvested into our community with massive returns. 5. WHAT DO YOU WANT THE COMMUNITY TO KNOW ABOUT THE SYMPHONY? The Maestro: I want them to know this is their symphony. We rehearse and perform right here in St George; we all live in the area. We care about this community and strive to present world-class

Three-time winner Best of State

performances to our audiences. I hope everyone comes to the symphony and sees what we are about, because we have something for everyone.

We have not only our traditional masterworks

proud to serve our community. For the past three

programs, but we also know many may not appre-

years, we have been awarded “Best of State” in the

ciate classical music but would still love to attend

orchestra category. This recognition is a testament

our entertainment series to hear and see the John

to the excellence we are working hard to achieve on

Williams concert or see Caroline Campbell.

all levels. The symphony has been working towards

Ms. Gardner: For over 40 years, the Southwest

building a new community performing arts center

Symphony has been an anchor arts organiza-

to benefit our entire region. It will be a jewel in the

tion in Washington County, performing the finest

desert for the arts when it is completed. I feel fortu-

symphonic music in the region. Proclaimed “The

nate to be part of the symphony and l look forward

Guardian of the Arts” by St. George News, we are

to another inspiring and engaging season.

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Friday, November 5, 2021 3-6 pm Open House 617 E. Riverside Dr. Ste 202

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Tuacahn Amphitheatre, 1100 Tuacahn Dr.,

AT KOLOB CANYON A HOME AWAY FROM HOME Tastefully designed to sleep up to 14, you’ll find everything you need to enjoy time with family and friends. This 20 acre ranch offers space to roam, golden silence, and spectacular night skies. Stunning views of Kolob Canyon and the Pine Valley Mountains.

Ivins, UT 84738

The Tuacahn Saturday Market is one way to experience the magic of Tuacahn. The

market hours are every Saturday yearround, weather permitting. Admission and live entertainment are free. Find souvenirs created by local artists and crafters, and gifts for you and the special people in your life. Contact: 800.746.9882 or tuacahn.org

ALL MONTH THE RED DIRT GIRLS: PEACE'D TOGETHER ART EXHIBIT

Delores Dore Eccles Fine Arts Center at Dixie State, 178 S 700 E, St. George,

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UT 84770

The perfect spot for your intimate corporate retreats, board meetings, small weddings, anniversary parties and birthday celebrations.

dirty. They have grit, determination and

(events require an additional fee above nightly rental rates)

The Red Dirt Girls do get their hands skills. These women have red dirt in their shoes. They have stories to tell, examples of great women to celebrate and canvasses full of color and magic. Open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM 5:00 PM. Admission is free. Tel. 435.652.7909

1 DOCUTAH 2021

Megaplex Pineview Theatres, 2376 Red Cliffs Dr., St. George, UT 84790

DOCUTAH International Documentary Film Festival celebrates the art of documentary filmmaking, connecting Dixie State University and our community to the world. This year more than 100 films have been produced locally, state-wide,

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nationally and abroad. Organizer: DOCUTAH Tel. 435.652.7574 Contact: tuckett@dixie.edu or docutah.com

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4 BYU BALLROOM DANCERS

Cox Auditorium, Dixie State University, 325 South 700 East , St. George, UT 84770

Celebrity Concert Series brings us the Brigham Young University’s Ballroom Dance Company. BDC is comprised of 32 dancers, all full-time students at BYU. The company is one of the most distinctive and unique university dance companies in the world.

4 MARTINA MCBRIDE CONCERT AT TUACAHN AMPHITHEATRE

Tuacahn Amphitheatre, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins, UT 84738

Enjoy an evening of musical delight with multiple

Grammy

nominee,

Martina

McBride. Tickets start at $60. Contact: 800.746.9882 or tuacahn.org.

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KANSAS

Tuacahn Amphitheatre, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins, UT 84738

With a legendary career spanning nearly five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America's iconic classic rock bands. This "garage band" from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 and went on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide. Tickets are $40 - $70. Contact: 800.746.9882 or tuacahn.org

5 OMINOUS & ECSTATIC: BRAHMS & DVORAK

Center for the Arts at Kayenta, 881 Coyote Gulch Ct. Ivins, UT 84738

This year the CMSSU Piano Quartet will present compositions by Johannes Brahms and Antonin Dvorak. Performers

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include Christian Bohnenstengel, Urs

Rutishauser, Linda Ghidossi-DeLuca,

and Ka-Wai Yu. Discover why great 19th century music is as relevant to the modern human experience as when it was

first performed. Contact: 435.674.2787

or kayentaarts.com Tickets are $10 - $30

5 FIRST FRIDAY

Red Cliffs Mall, 1770 Red Cliffs Dr., St. George, UT 84790

On the first Friday of every month, Red

Cliff Mall comes alive with food trucks, vendors, live music and bounce houses.

This is a free event and everyone of all ages is welcome to attend. Organized

by St. George Streetfest. Contact 435.227.5110 or stgeorgestreetfest.com

SNOW CANYON HALF MARATHON, 5K, WALK & ROLL, FUN RUN Snow Canyon State Park

The Half Marathon is a beautiful route through the scenic landscape of Snow Canyon State Park. The course is USATF-certified super fast downhill race. It is one of the most breathtaking courses St. George has to offer. Runners of the 5K will start at Snow Canyon High School and run the surrounding trails that finish on the high school track.

6 KRISTEN CHENOWETH IN CONCERT FOR THE GIRLS

Tuacahn Amphitheatre, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins, UT 84738

Enjoy a night with Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer, Kristin Chenoweth, performing songs from her album "For the Girls" at the amazing Tuacahn Amphitheatre. Tel. 800.746.9882, tuacahn.org

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SO U COMEDY THEATER Dixie Convention Center

The first Saturday of each month, enjoy a night of laughs and fun with So U Comedy Theater. 7:00 PM, PG rating; 9:00 PM, R rating. Doors open 30 minutes before show times. $15 advance purchase; $20 at the door. Groups of six are $60. Students with ID $10. Contact: 435.922.HAHA haha@soucomedy.com

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Tuacahn Amphitheatre, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins, UT 84738

Journey Unauthorized invites you to experience the group and music that defined pop culture with their multitude of classic

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CABARET

Center for the Arts at Kayenta, 881 Coyote Gulch Ct. Ivins, UT 84738

In 1930 Berlin, American, Sally Bowles, works as a singer in the Kit Kat Club. At her rooming house she meets Englishman, Brian Roberts, who has come to Berlin to improve his German. Sally and Robert have a number of adventures together, but life takes a sudden turn for Sally, as the rise of Nazism casts a shadow.

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RYAN HAMILTON AT TUACAHN

Tuacahn Amphitheatre, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins, UT 84738

Enjoy a night of laughing under the stars with comedian, Ryan Hamilton. Ryan's one-hour Netflix stand-up special, "Happy Face" has been reviewed as "the special you can't watch enough times."

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THE BUSINESS OF ART DIXIE STATE UNIVERSITY

Eccles Fine Arts Center, 155 South 700 East, St. George, UT 84770

This seminar is for visual artists and small businesses, in all disciplines, with a goal of educating and training artists and enhancing economic development in our state and region. Check out all that is being offered at searsart.com/class-schedule-descriptions

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Tuacahn Amphitheatre, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins, UT 84738

Enjoy a night of musical splendor at the magnificent Tuacahn Amphitheatre. GENTRI, which is short for "The

Gentlemen Trio," was established in 2014, and is comprised of three dynamic tenors. Pioneering a signature

sound they call "Cinematic Pop," they provide lush sounds transfused with epic orchestrations. GENTRI's albums have reached #1 on various Billboard charts.

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7:30 PM

OPENS NOV 18 IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS

St. George Musical Theater, 212 N Main St.,

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St. George, UT 84770

St George Musical Theater is bringing this treasured

classic to the stage for the holidays, November 18 December 10. Tickets available at sgmusicaltheater.com

18 IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS—OPENING DAY St. George Musical Theater, 212 N Main St., St. George, UT 84770

St. George Musical Theater is bringing this holiday classic to the stage. November 18 through December 18. sgmusicaltheater.com

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20-22 7:30 PM

THE SHARPE FAMILY SINGERS

Cox Performing Arts Center, 395 S. University Ave.,

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St. George, UT 84770

In Married to Broadway, The Sharpe Family Singers share their love of Broadway musicals by performing the big show-stopping numbers that are audience favorites around the world. Their repertoire includes songs from new hit Broadway shows like Hamilton and Dear Evan Hansen, blockbuster movies like The Greatest Showman and Disney hits. This event is part of the Celebrity Concert Series. celebrityconcertseries.com

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