St George, UT December 2022

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Holiday Issue

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

Celebrate the Season

December 2022 PUBLISHER

Paula Christie | paula.christie@citylifestyle.com EDITOR

JJ Abernathy | jj.abernathy@citylifestyle.com

The holidays are here, and as we celebrate the spirit of the season, we often try to replicate what made the season feel so magical to us in our youth.

The traditions we set for our own families often mirror some of what we experienced as a child—the smells, the sounds, the sights, the lights and all the holiday festivities.

Holiday baking is one tradition passed down from my kitchen to my daughter’s and now my granddaughter’s. Our celebrations are not complete without decorating gingerbread cutouts, frosting sugar cookies and crafting lattice-topped pies to share.

This month, we highlight the magic of the season and what our city has to offer to help spread holiday cheer. I love our community—the lights, the entertaining programs, the students at our various schools who give so generously to food banks and provide dinners to special families. So many organizations provide numerous hours of service at this time of year, especially. Truly, this is a time of joyfulness.

Although this season may be beautiful for some, it may be painful and lonely for others, especially those who have recently lost a loved one. In the true spirit of the season, let’s take care of the people in our community who need assistance or who are alone. May we all remember to take care of each other, extending grace, empathy and love—and perhaps something from our kitchens!

My hope for you this season is that you feel love and peace.

Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, Happy Kwanzaa and Happy New Year!

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16 Mina: The Art of Style

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Lifestyle Letter

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City Scene

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Business Monthly

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Local’s Choice

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Open House

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Must See

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Inspired By

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Culinary Creations

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Seasonal Setups

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Giving Back

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Events

Mina offers a unique, curated shopping experience

28 A Southern Utah Tradition— The Nutcracker Back stage with Westside Studio and Sheila Bailey

32 The Perfect Brightness of Christmas Wrapped in a nostalgic moment on St. George Boulevard

36 Renee's Dreamy, Delectable Cinnamon Rolls

How to create a joyful treat for the holidays and beyond

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Photography: Holly Pitcher Westside Studio of Performing Arts is one of the longest-running dance studios in St. George, and has brought "The Nutcracker" to southern Utah for the past 28 years. Sheila Bailey serves as owner and director.

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1: Laura and Ken Canfield of Hyde Park await the wonders of Wonderland at Tuacahn Amphitheatre. 2: Bonnie Reynolds, Maestro Lucas Darger, Southwest Symphony Board Chair, Alyce Stevens Gardner, at SWS gala. 3: Annie Simkins, Dr. David Blodgett and Terri Draper at Policy over Pancakes breakfast community forum. 4: Randy and Linda Wilkinson with presenters, Gail and Joe Smith, at Tabernacle Legacy Lecture Series. 5: John Miller, in a bagpipe tribute, leads community to "Field of Heroes" flag display. 6: Lawrence Barlow and Donia Jessop update St. George Sunrise Rotarians regarding recent developments in Hildale. 7: A tender tribute by a St. George Fire Emergency Medical Technician at "Field of Heroes."

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Kathy Cieslewicz Receives Arts Award Kathy Cieslewicz was awarded the 2022 Excellence in Arts Award by the St. George Arts Commission. She has served as director and curator of the Sears Art Museum since 2004. Kathy founded The Business of Art, WOW: Women Out West Professional Artists in Utah, served on the St. George Arts Commission and various state boards. She continues to encourage artists throughout Utah. Kathy earned her art degree through Dixie State University and Southern Utah University.

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Marianne Hamilton Honored With Excellence in Arts Award St. George City Lifestyle contributor, Marianne Hamilton, received the City of St. George’s 2022 Excellence in Arts Award. Presented during the St. George Arts Commission’s annual Arts Summit, the award honors community members who have made significant contributions to the local arts scene. Marianne has served numerous arts organizations, including the St. George Arts Commission, Art Around the Corner Foundation and the DOCUTAH Film Festival.

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Customers interested in more information about the TDS ACP rollout may visit HelloTDS.com/ACP or call 1-844-203-5055 to learn more.

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Lyman Hafen and Roland Lee Create New Book The Way to Angel's Landing, written by Lyman Hafen and illustrated by Roland Lee, is fresh off the press. A children's book for readers of all ages, it tells the story of a boy whose parents take him on a journey across the dusty desert canyons to visit his grandfather. On the way home they stop in Zion Canyon where a raven leads the boy to a place near Heaven. Available at lymanhafen.com or Deseret Book.

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Author, John Barnes, Releases New Young Adult Novel This is not your classic love story. "The End" is an ambitious and thought-provoking tale set at the end of the world— filled with wars, earthquakes, flooding, and more. Shining light on some of life's most pertinent questions, this story of romance and adventure, with shocking events, will make you think about your personal journey on Earth. This young adult romance may be purchased on Amazon, and at Target, Walmart and Barnes and Noble.

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MINA: THE ART OF STYLE ARTICLE BY MARIANNE HAMILTON PHOTOGRAPHY BY ASHER SWAN

It’s entirely fitting that the historic pioneer house where Mina stands was formerly an art gallery. Today, the structure is cozily curated with racks of contemporary women’s clothing, many of which could easily qualify as art pieces.

Since opening the boutique a year ago, owner, June Pace, has come full circle: Situated on the northwest corner of Ancestor Square—which her husband Brooks developed in the late 1970s—Mina brings June back to the heart of St. George.

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After a successful career in commercial and restaurant development, and as proprietress of the former Bella Donna boutique, June—along with partner Celece Krieger—is now refocusing on women’s fashion. The pair offers a personalized shopping experience to those seeking wardrobe items not typically found in department stores.

“The niche we’re trying to fill is for people who want more variety, a more unique look,” June explains. “I believe fashion is an art form, and that how you dress is an extension of your personal style. Our shop is a place for people to express their artistic, creative selves through fashion.”

Celece previously owned The Travel Connection. She brings a fashion sense culled from years of international travel, and a willingness to provide superior customer service.

“I’ve applied a lot of things to this new role that I learned from helping people with their travel,” Celece notes. “It’s all about knowing your products and finding the best fit for every body type . . . it’s so nice to help people and put a smile on their faces.”

From special occasions to casual wear, jewelry and accessories, discerning shoppers will find the perfect pieces at Mina.

Mina is located at 173 N. Main St. in historic downtown St. George.

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Velvet dress, Unode50 jewelry

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Joseph Ribkoff sweater coat, blouse, pants, Julie Vos jewelry

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Freeborn DeMille, the owner of Nite Time Decor, walked St. George Lifestyle through outdoor lighting trends and the benefits of investing in quality lighting services.

Nite Time Decor technicians have been busy since fall, stringing decorative Christmas lights and providing customers with enchanting holiday lighting design. Many customers have opted for seasonal service year-round, not surprisingly with Christmas being the most popular and Halloween coming in a close second. Full-service installation, maintenance and take-down have eliminated the need for large storage bins full of holiday lights and the headache of buying and installing replacement bulbs.

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An excellent outdoor lighting contractor provides premium services and high-quality products while aiming to establish and maintain good client relationships.

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A SOUTHERN UTA H TR A D ITI O N — BACK STAGE WITH WESTSIDE STUDIO AND SHEILA BAILEY

Sheila Bailey, Owner and Director of Westside Studio of Performing Arts

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“My whole vision when I’m producing and directing is it’s just like opening up a live storybook—like a storybook come to life.” –Sheila Bailey The student dancers whirl across the floor, their movements at once supple and controlled, while their instructors call out the steps—one, two, three—and offer corrections. Dozens of girls look on, perched on their marks, waiting to perform their parts. This is the first joint rehearsal for the opening of Act II in Westside Studio’s 2022 performance of “The Nutcracker” ballet. Previously, each group of dancers practiced their respective parts as sugar fairies, angels, snowflakes and more, led by a dedicated instructor. But with showtime approaching, the disparate elements of the show are coming together.

Sheila Bailey, founder and director of Westside Studio—one of the longest-running dance studios in St. George—has brought “The Nutcracker,” and her love of the community, to southern Utah for the past 28 years.

“There wasn’t a ‘Nutcracker’ established here,” she says. “And then we started little excerpts—and called it ‘Nutcracker Suites’—and did little segments at care centers and parties to entertain the community.”

Then, with the help of Bené Arnold, former ballet mistress for the Ballet West dance company in Salt Lake City, Sheila says she finally brought “The Nutcracker” in its entirety to southern Utah.

Many different versions of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s 1892 ballet have been staged throughout the years. The version Sheila wanted to preserve was staged by Willam Christensen, founder of Ballet West; he is credited with bringing the complete version of “The Nutcracker” to the United States, as well as to Utah.

“What I liked about Willam is he had that childlike view; I wanted to preserve it,” Sheila says. “My whole vision when I’m producing and directing is it’s just like opening up a live storybook—like a storybook come to life.”

But the process of preparing for a professional-level performance takes time, organization and commitment. The audition process, which begins late August, requires dancers to submit headshots and demonstrate

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proficiency and professionalism. Holding auditions in a professional manner gives the young dancers experience that will boost their confidence when auditioning for other shows in the future, Sheila explains.

In fact, the development of the students—both in dance and in life—is a key element of Sheila’s vision for the studio. “I want our kids to know that they can accomplish what they want,” she says. “But they have to get there; it’s not going to be given.”

Rehearsals start right after Labor Day, according to Holly Pitcher, director of marketing. “And they work every weekend until showtime in early December. It’s a commitment,” she says.

“It’s amazing how quickly they can put on such a huge production in that short of time,” Wyone Orchard, assistant office manager, adds. “These little kids are so amazing,” Holly agrees. “They always pull it off.”

Westside Studio’s vision for “The Nutcracker” is to elevate the professionalism of the production and to instill in cast members the professional way of doing things. And that professionalism shows in the quality of the costumes, Sheila says—expensive, high-quality costumes by professional costume designers—and in the sets and props—some hand-painted by a local artist and some acquired from professional dance companies, including Ballet West. Sheila also hires two professional dancers each year for the more technically difficult roles.

But the heart of the ballet will always be the children.

“You just cannot replace the magic of a child,” Sheila says, “and when you see them executing on that level, I think that’s what takes people by surprise.”

Westside Studio’s “The Nutcracker” will be held at the Desert Hills High School theater, 828 E. Desert Hills Dr., St. George, Dec. 9 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at WestsideStudio.org.

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Memories are part of the perfect brightness of Christmas

ARTICLE BY LYMAN HAFEN | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF LYMAN HAFEN

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As I walked into Steamroller Copies on St. George Boulevard recently, a strange feeling swept over me while waiting for an attendant. Something about that room was familiar, tugging at my memory. As a wave of realization rolled over me, I knew I was standing in a significant place. Though the room seemed much smaller now, I was in fact in the middle of what, more than a half-century ago, was the sales floor of Pickett’s Hardware Store—that mythic space where every December the childhood Christmas dreams of an entire community took shape.

I was five and standing in a long line that wound up and down the store aisles, an endless serpentine of brightly dressed humanity: restless kids and impatient parents inching their way past pots and pans and shiny new bikes and wagons and Tonka trucks and Chatty Cathy dolls. I’m tugging Mom’s arm, desperately trying to move things along. But the line crawls as slowly as melting ice on a winter’s morning.

I see Santa on a raised platform at the north end. He sits, as if in a cloud, in all his crimson glory. His thundering HO-HO-HO booms through my little chest even from where I stand. It’s enough to keep my hope intact and my will firm.

My mind wrestles in an excruciating series of deliberations over the three items I am allowed to petition for, and it comes down to the flaming red fire engine on one side of the aisle, the glossy set of farm animals on the other side, or the glittering silver pair of Roy Rogers six-shooters hanging in their imitation leather holster on the wall.

Then, suddenly, the attendant addressed me, jolting me back to the present—the cloud of Christmas memories giving way to the business of the moment. When finished, I lingered in that hallowed space and remembered an entire generation of St. George kids gathered there. It was a magical room for all of us. A place where we could dream and a place where we could share those dreams with someone magnanimous enough to grant them.

I’m grateful to my parents for their role in that magic.

Because somehow, through some miraculous formula, I knew I could count on that flaming red fire engine or that glossy set of farm animals or the glittering silver Roy Rogers six-shooters to appear under our tree Christmas morning.

Such memories are part of the perfect brightness of Christmas, that perfect brightness of hope that should burn in every child’s heart.

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HOW TO SET UP A HOT CHOCOLATE BAR FOR THOSE FROSTY EVENINGS...

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BABY! IT’S COLD OUTSIDE AND TODAY IS A HOT CHOCOLATE KIND OF DAY There’s nothing that spells cozy better on a cold night than getting family and friends together for an after-dinner indulgence by hosting a hot chocolate bar, or as some call a hot cocoa bar.

Amazon has themed hot cocoa bar kits, including decorations, for Christmas, New Year’s Eve—or any special occasion. But you can create your own decorations and use items from your cupboards.

This is a chance to pull out those mugs you haven’t used in a while, but hot beverage cups will work just fine, too. Set your mugs on a large tray close to where you will be serving your beverage.

Look in your china pantry or cupboards for giant trays to set your selected toppings on. Put your toppings in various-sized containers and arrange attractively—just mix or match your containers.

It’s the contents that count. Set the toppings in a location that is easily accessible for your guests, and label the contents of each container.

of Stephen’s to ¾ cup of water, depending on how many cups I want to serve. When I prepare it, I always mix in a large pot and add a can of evaporated milk—and cook slowly over low heat, stirring with a wooden spoon. After it is hot, I beat with a wire whisk to create a bit of froth, and then serve with my favorite toppings.

If you’re more of a purist, you may opt for preparing your hot chocolate in a slow cooker. Just make certain you plan, because you need to allow 2-3 hours on low to blend the flavors.

HERE ARE SOME OF MY FAVORITE TOPPINGS:

Ingredients: • 1 ½ cups chopped chocolate bar of choice • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder • ½ cup sugar • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 cup heavy cream • 1 can evaporated milk (not sweetened condensed milk) • 6 cups whole milk

Caramel or butterscotch syrup, chocolate truffles, candy canes, mini marshmallows, crushed peppermint, cinnamon sticks, bits of toffee, white chocolate shavings, whipped cream, nutmeg sprinkled on whipped cream, Pirouette cookies, Nutella and coarse salt.

Directions: Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and stir to combine.

Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until everything is melted. Serve with your favorite toppings.

MAKING THE HOT CHOCOLATE The quickest way to prepare your beverage is to go to Costco and purchase a 4-pound can of Stephen’s Gourmet Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa. It’s made right here in Utah. I combine 3 tablespoons

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Note: If you garnish with your toppings of choice, your cup of hot chocolate will be plenty sweet, so I avoid sweetened condensed milk. If you don’t like it too sweet, reduce the amount of sugar.

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“ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE. BUT A LITTLE (HOT) CHOCOLATE NOW AND THEN DOESN’T HURT.” –CHARLES M. SCHULZ

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The City Lifestyle

Giving Campaign Now in its third year, the City Lifestyle Giving Campaign will give away $300,000 this holiday season to help individual community members who would benefit from a helping hand during their time of need. But they need YOUR HELP to make it happen! Maybe you know of a single parent struggling to provide, an elderly person who has experienced loss, a child enduring a health issue, a co-worker suffering a sudden, unexpected tragedy or a neighbor with a financial hardship who has fallen between the cracks of getting assistance. Chances are you know someone with a specific need—even if nobody else does.

To preserve and protect the dignity of every recipient, the City Lifestyle Giving Campaign is completely confidential. No identities will be revealed or publicized in ANY way. (Even those who nominate others may remain anonymous if they choose.)

Last year, City Lifestyle was able to give to more than 70 recipients all over the country by sending checks in the mail through New Year’s Eve. (This year, the goal is to double that number with checks ranging in amount up to $3,000 each.)

With nominations flooding in from community members and leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you, we were able to reach people who might otherwise go unnoticed.

“We believe in giving back and serving the communities where we live in a real and tangible way,” says Steven Schowengerdt, CEO and founder of City Lifestyle. “This Giving Campaign is all about personally impacting the lives of people we know with an unexpected check in the mail just to say that someone thought of them this holiday season.”

Together with Matthew Perry, Chief Sales Officer, Steven adds that the outpouring and gratitude from the recipients was overwhelming and affirmed that this is a tradition they want to continue.

“We believe God has blessed our company with continued success,” Matthew adds, “so we in turn want to be a blessing to others.”

City Lifestyle has also enacted an internal giving program whereby every employee in the company receives $100 to give away to someone in the community. “The idea is to encourage our employees to keep doing it on their own,” Steven says. “Taking care of one another and blessing others is so rewarding that it perpetuates a cycle of giving. It’s extremely important to me as a person and as a company to foster that culture of generosity.”

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“This Giving Campaign is all about personally impacting the lives of people we know with an unexpected check in the mail just to say that someone thought of them this holiday season.”

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To submit a nomination, follow @citylifestyle on Instagram and fill out the form found in the bio link.

All entries will be read, and because this is not a raffle, there is no need to nominate someone more than once.

The amount given to each recipient will be based on need.

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A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

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Best of Broadway at St. George Musical Theater

ST. GEO RGE MUS ICAL T H EAT ER 212 N ORTH MAIN ST RE ET, ST. G EORG E | 7:30 PM BEST OF BROADWAY 3 is a song & dance revue like no other!

Your favorite songs from great Christmas movies and stage musicals performed in succession with a live band comprised of our area’s finest musicians — a sequel to SGMT’s extraordinary Best of Broadway! Tickets and info at stgeorgemusicaltheater.com N OV E M BE R 2 5T H - DE C E MB E R 31ST

St. George Christmas Village—Christmas Market at Red Cliffs Mall

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• Theater • Structured Wiring • Motorized Shades • Commercial

RED CLIFFS MALL, 1770 RED CLIFFS D RIVE, ST. G EOR G E | 5: 0 0 PM Create your own annual Christmas tradition when you visit the St George Christmas Village. Decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus in Mrs. Claus’s Kitchen. Skate on a REAL ice Rink.

Ride the Polar Express train. Color with the Grinch. Enjoy Miniature Golf, opening and closing nightly fireworks, nightly parades, and so much more. Tickets and more info at stgeorgechristmasvillage.com N OV E M BE R 2 5T H - DE C E MB E R 2 2 ND

Rudolf The Red-Nosed Reindeer At Tuacahn

T UACAH N CEN TER FOR T H E ARTS H A FEN IN DOOR T H EAT ER | 7 : 30 PM This holiday classic is filled with hits like “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” and “A Holly Jolly

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Christmas,” and featuring your favorite characters including Santa, Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special. Tuacahn.org

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Tuacahn’s Christmas in the Canyon

TUACAH N CE NTER FOR THE A RTS | 6: 0 0 PM Come celebrate Christmas at Tuacahn this holiday season! With over 250,000 twinkling lights, a live nativity show, The Tuacahn Express train rides, gift shop, Tuacahn Cafe and a visit with Santa Claus, you don’t want to miss Tuacahn’s Christmas in the Canyon event!

Admission is free and is Tuacahn’s way of saying “thank you” to the community for its support.

The perfect spot for your intimate CORPORATE RETREATS, BOARD MEETINGS, SMALL WEDDINGS, ANNIVERSARY PARTIES and BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS

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Holiday Lights at Red Hills Desert Garden

R ED H ILLS D ES ERT GARDEN , 37 5 RE D H ILLS PARKWAY, ST. G O E RGE | 6: 0 0 PM Red Hills Desert Garden will be transformed into a winter wonderland with thousands of holiday lights and displays that are guaranteed to add a little sparkle to the season. Lights are on nightly until 10 p.m. wcwcd.org N OV E M BE R 3 0 T H - DE CE MB E R 3RD

Dickens Christmas Festival

DIXIE CO NVEN TION CEN TER , 1 83 5 CO NVENTION CEN TER DRIVE , ST. GEOR G E | 10:00 AM The Dickens’ Festival is not just another craft show, but a unique and unusual entertainment and shopping experience. Olde English shops, hundreds of period costumes, orphans, royalty, and Father Christmas all combine to offer our guests a Christmas experience like no other! dickenschristmasfestival.com

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Jenny Oaks Baker

COX PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, 395 SOUTH UNIVERSITY, ST. GEORGE | 7:00 PM Celebrate Christmas with Jenny Oaks Baker and her talented children, musical group Family Four, as they present an inspiring Christmas show of sacred, exhilarating and beloved Christmas Carols. utahtech.evenue.net DECEMBER 1ST AND 3 R D

Kurt Bestor—Return to the Magic

C E NT E R F O R T H E A RTS AT KAYE NTA 8 8 1 C OYOT E G U LC H C O URT, I V I NS | 6 :0 0 P M Internationally acclaimed musician Kurt Bestor performs his annual Christmas Concert “Return to the Magic” with surprise guests.

Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. and Dec. 3 at 9 p.m. k aye nt a a r t s . c om ALSO DECEMBER 3 R D AT 2 PM

Southern Utah Heritage Choir—Home for the Holidays

CRIMSON CLIFFS HIGH SCHOOL, 4430 S CRIMSON CLIFFS WAY, WASHINGTON | 7:30 PM “Home for the Holidays” features the Southern Utah Heritage Choir with recording artists, the Truman Brothers, Ben and Chad. The brothers were raised in Nashville and are the sons of Dan Truman of Diamond Rio and Nashville Tribute Band fame. A Christmas fireside sing-a-long is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. at the St. George Tabernacle, St. George.

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So U Comedy Theater—The Funniest Show in Town

DI XI E C E NT E R AUDI TO R I U M 1 8 35 C O NV E NT I O N C E N T E R DR I V E , ST. G E O R G E | 7 : 00 P M Improv at its best! The 1st Saturday of each month, enjoy a night of laughs and fun with So U Comedy Theater. 7 pm PG, 9 pm R. Doors open 1/2 hour before Show Times.

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Simply 3 With University Orchestra at the Celebrity Concert Series

C OX PE RFO RMIN G ARTS C E NT ER, 3 95 S OUTH UNIVERSIT Y AV EN UE, ST. G EO RGE | 7 : 3 0 PM Come and experience the electrifying trio of Glen McDaniel, Nick Villalobos, and Zack Clark, together known as Simply Three.

Simply Three continues to receive praise for their ability to impress listeners with a multitude of genres from artists and composers and reshaping convention as the trio continues to seek the true essence of classical crossover.

Tickets at utahtech.evenue.net .

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Merry—A Nashville Tribute to Christmas

ST. GEORGE PARTNERS (from left to right): Tyler Finlinson, CIMA ® | Managing Partner, Retirement Plan Services

DIXIE CO NVEN TION CEN TER , 1 83 5 CO NVENTION CEN TER DRIVE , ST. GEOR G E | 7:00 PM This is an experience you won’t want to miss to kick off your Christmas season! The Nashville Tribute Band is a Christian music group unlike any you’ve ever heard. With their original music, these six Nashville musicians pay tribute to the things they believe in by offering a new perspective on familiar Christian stories. Tickets and info at libertyentertainment.live

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Westside Studio presents The Nutcracker Ballet

D E S E RT H I L L S H I G H S C H O O L | 7:30 PM Westside Studio of Performing Arts, under the direction of Sheila Bailey, has enjoyed putting on the annual production of the Nutcracker Ballet for 28 Christmas seasons in southern Utah. Matinee and evening performances, westsidestudio.org

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