Festivals and Events
Science and arts in the parks for kids
Sunday, June 3, 2012 OGDEN -- Weber State University is taking learning to where kids hang out in the summer -- parks."Science in the Parks" and "Arts in the Parks" programs start Monday, June 4. Participation is free."... more
Venus passes across the face of sun in rare heavenly event
Becky Cairns Friday, June 1, 2012 Venus passes across the face of sun in rare heavenly eventThings will be looking up Tuesday, June 5, as folks gaze skyward to view a rare astronomical event called the transit of Venus.The planet... more
Otters and eagles and bears ... oh my ... greet visitors at new Hogle Zoo exhibit
Becky Cairns Friday, June 1, 2012 SALT LAKE CITY -- My, what big paws you have, Rizzo.What big claws those are, too, and take a look at those gi-NOR-mous teeth.Yes, she's a fearsome predator -- this star of the new Rocky Shores... more
Ride the rails on S&S Shortline Railroad
Friday, June 1, 2012 FARMINGTON -- All Aboard! The S&S Shortline Railroad is offering rides on a couple of small-scale trains.S&S Shortline Railroad is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the first Saturday of each month,... moreAntelope Island hosts four nature programs
Friday, June 1, 2012 ANTELOPE ISLAND -- From hiking to history, Antelope Island State Park offers four programs for nature enthusiasts in the coming days."Brine Shrimp and Sand" takes a look at life in the Great Salt... moreFantasy Hair Show raising funds for shelter
Friday, June 1, 2012 OGDEN -- Big hair and costumes set the stage for Avalon School of Cosmetology's Fantasy Hair Show.Students show off their wildest hair designs starting at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 2, on the stage... more
Carver’s Cove lets loose the baby animals
Wednesday, May 30, 2012 EDEN — Time to get some warm fuzzies with a visit to Baby Animal Days.The annual event — featuring a cria (baby llama), chicks, bunnies, lambs, kids, piglets, ducklings and more — begins Friday, June... more
25th Street becomes a parking lot full of beautiful cars
Wednesday, May 30, 2012 OGDEN — Owners are polishing their rides for the 10th annual Historic 25th Street Car and Motorcycle Show. More than 200 hot rods, classic cars, trucks and motorcycles will line Historic 25th Street... more
Programs offer insight into Antelope Island residents
Friday, May 25, 2012 ANTELOPE ISLAND — Two programs about the inhabitants of Antelope Island State Park will be presented Saturday, May 26.“Deserts Are Not Deserted” highlights various plants and animals living on the... more