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Project Rainbow, which raises funds for LGBTQ-related charities and projects by offering Pride and transgender flags during LGBTQ events throiughout the state, has announced they are accepting grant applications for the upcoming year. Money raised by Project Rainbow goes to finance projects and events that promote LGBTQ+ visibility in Utah. Any individual, group, or organization can apply for grants ranging from $100 to $7,000. Applications must be in by January 17 at projectrainbowutah.org/community-fund.

Utah’s gay ski week, Elevation: Utah, will return to Park City for its 12th annual season, and the 20th season at Mammoth Lakes, Calif., says founder Tom Whitman. “Last year’s cancellation of the formal events was devastating, but in 2022, we are back — bigger and better than ever!” Whitman wrote in a statement. “Elevation has a special place in my heart, not only because it is the longest-running event I have produced, but because each year I meet amazing people from around the world who share at least one of my passions — skiing/ snowboarding and gathering with my LGBTQ community.” The event is planned for Feb. 23–27. More information is available at utahgayskiweek.com

LGBTQ+ Square dancing club Temple Squares is offering free dance classes on Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Sacred Light of Christ Church, 823 S 600 East. Temple Squares dances to contemporary music in casual attire. No previous dance experience is required and singles and couples are welcome. The group travels the world in dance meets and competitions. Square dancing is a fun, low impact, aerobic activity, the group says. The group is on Facebook and at TempleSquares.org