American Idol finalist, David Archuleta, will be performing live in concert on December 10, 2012 at the Heritage Center Theatre in Cedar City!

“David’s MY KIND OF CHRISTMAS Tour will feature epic orchestral arrangements of both traditional holiday and familiar classics, as well as an assortment of David’s own, melodic pop favorites.  The tour promises to showcase more of David’s unique musicality and vocal prowess that his fans have come to love.”

We’re excited to welcome David to Cedar City!  Hope to see you here, too.

The Utah Shakespeare Festival has announced that Les Miserables, one of the most popular Broadway shows, will be added to the 2012 Season.  It will be replacing the previously announced shows The Drowsy Chaperone in the summer and Scapin in the fall.  Scapin will be part of the summer selections.

“I am thrilled we are finally able to produce Les Miserables on the Randall L. Jones stage,” said R. Scott Phillips, Festival Executive Director.  “It is one show that our guests have requested over and over for many years, and for the past ten years we have been unable to secure the rights, due to its 25th anniversary national tour and our scheduling, until now.  I am confident this show will sell out, so get your tickets now.”

The musical included some of theatre’s most memorable songs such as ”I Dreamed a Dream,” “Bring Him Home,” “On My Own,” and “Do You Hear the People Sing?”

November 15th is America Recycles Day!

To celebrate and promote recycling in Cedar City, the Southern Utah Recycling Coalition, Southern Utah Recycling Enterprise, Center for Sustainability, Virgin Vally Recycling and others are sponsoring events in town.

There will be a FREE showing of the movie “Wasteland” at the SUU Sharwan Smith Living Room at 10 a.m.-12 p.m.  An informational booth will be available to answer questions about recycling in Cedar City. Also, free lunch (first come first serve) and giveaways will be provided to those in attendance.

At 2 p.m-5:30 p.m. in the Smith’s parking lot, there will be FREE food, prizes, music, education and entertainment for all ages.  Come learn about our recycling options in Cedar City.  All participants will recieve prizes.  Come enjoy a warm cup of cocoa or cider, and meet the amazing peopole invovled in recycling in the area.

When: Saturday, November 5, 2011 @ 7:30 AM

Where: Parowan Gap Petroglyphs National Register of Historical Sites

What: Observe the natural phenomenon that reminded the native americans of Southern Utah to prepare for the up-coming winter.

“This is the most amazing event of all the events to be observed at the Gap,” said event coordinator/interpreter Nancy Dalton, who explained, “that before and after Nov. 6-8, the morning sun will pass through the Overseer’s mouth, but only on these three days will the sun enter his mouth and sit, and sit, and sit and – gulp – the Overseer swallows the sun.  Thus, telling the American Indian people that the Summer Sun has gone into its winter home, and if they have not prepared for winter weather, then they better be moving south quickly.”

Along with watching the Summer Sun go into its winter home, the event will include a walking interpretive tour of the Gap and its many petroglyphs.  Those attending the event are strongly encouraged to wear winter coats, hats and gloves, as the winter wind through the Gap can be quite chilly.

Halloween isn’t only for children!  Adults, sitting in your recliner at home, waiting for trick-or-treaters, and mindlessly munching on cheap candy is no longer your only option.  Here are some ideas that will help you get into the spirit of the season without feeling like a fool…..but by all means, feel free to come in costume.

Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “Dial M for Murder”

In London, 1952, the wealthy Margot Wendice has convinced her professional tennis player husband, Tony, to give up playing to spend more time with her. He now sells sports equipment, and, to Margot, their life together is a happy one. However, he has discovered that while he was on a tennis tour in the United States several years ago, Margot had an affair with an American murder mystery writer named Max Halliday.

Because he wants revenge as well as her money, Tony meticulously plans Margot’s murder. She has no idea that Tony knows of her past affair, nor does she have any suspicion that he planning to kill her. Max comes to London to visit the couple, and Tony uses this as the opportunity to fulfill his plan.

Tony blackmails a man who calls himself Captain Lesgate, a former schoolmate and convicted criminal, to carry out the scheme. They plan what they believe is the perfect murder. But when Margot refuses to play the part of the victim, things go much differently than planned.

Oct. 22, 24-29, 31  Tuacahn Ampitheatre presents “Thriller”

If Odyssey Dance Theatre’s “Thriller” isn’t part of your yearly Halloween tradition, it should be. The spooky spectacular combines technical aspects of dance while paying homage to the stars of All Hallows’ Eve.

Throughout the two-hour program, “Thriller” highlights all the heroes of the season, including Frankenstein’s monster and his bride, skeletons, mummies and werewolves. But among the ghouls, you’ll find other unlikely heroes of Halloween, such as Bubbles the Clown and the “Giggle Girl,” who sings and maniacally laughs her way through songs such as “I Saw Mommy Killing Santa Claus.”

Oct. 14-15 Harvest Boutique 

Celebrate the 25th Anniversary Harvest Boutique with the 1st Witches Night Out (Friday) from 4:00pm – 9:00pm. 30% off Halloween (during Witches Night Out 40% off), all gift lines 20% off: Christmas, Webkinz, Jewelry, Jim Shore, Scarves, Candles, Select Jewelry 30% off. Door Prizes. Dress like a witch on ‘Witches Night Out’ (Friday). Refreshments and prizes for the best Witch costumes. Must be 18yrs or older. Held at Bulloch Drug (91 N Main St, Cedar City). For information call 435-586-9651. 

Cedar City and the surrounding area has some exciting events coming up that will be FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

October 8
Parowan Fall Fest in the Park held at 10am in the Library Park. Featuring food, vendors, entertainment, costume parade, and a wonderful day in the fall leaves. For information call 435-477-9022 or visit www.parowan.org.

October 8
New Harmony Apple Festival held from 10am to 4pm at the Fire Department Park (133 E. Center St, New Harmony). Activities include vendors, food, games for the kids, climbing wall and lots of apples for sale. FREE. For more information call Julie Woods 435-867-4231.

October 11
Children’s Story Time held from 12:30pm – 1pm at the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum (635 N. Main St. Cedar City). FREE. For information call 435-586-9290.

October 15
Annual Pumpkin Festival. Held on the Randall Jones Theater grounds (300 W. University Blvd, Cedar City) from 10am to 1pm. If you are interested in volunteering or for more information call Andrea 435-865-2940.

October 28 – 30
Cedar Livestock Heritage Festival held at the Cross Hollow Events Center (West of Cedar City on Hwy 56). Featuring a livestock parade, historic and modern sheep camps, wagons, horses, antique tractors, concerts, entertainment, a stock dog demonstration, vendors, Dutch oven cook-off and BBQ competition. For more information call 435-586-8132 or www.cedarlivestockfest.com.

October 31
Haunted Hay Ride. Held in Enoch beginning on 600 E at the maintenance building (Enoch) from 6pm – 9pm. Cost is a non-perishable food donation. For information call Enoch City Office 435-586-1119.

October 31
Tricks, Trunks & Treats. Held from 4pm to 7pm at Cedar City’s four major auto dealerships come together with various family fun activities. FREE held at Bradshaw Chevy, Tri-State Motors, Parkway Motors and Lunt Motors located on Cedar City Main Street. Contact Sandy at Bradshaw Chevy for more information at 435-586-6595.

October 31
11th Annual Hallelujah Night Festival held from 5pm to 8pm in the Eccles Coliseum West Parking Lot (SUU Campus, 800 W 200 S). Everyone is invited. For information call Joe Carol 435-327-2287.

September 24th, 2011 is another FREE DAY at the national parks.  Fall is fabulous time of year to visit Bryce Canyon, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Zion National Park because the weather is beautiful, and the fall colors are just starting to appear.

The Abbey Inn is offering some great seasonal deals, too!  Call 435-586-9966 to book your fall get-away!

19th Annual Oktoberfest. Held at Navajo Lodge (Brian Head) Saturday September 17th from noon-8pm & Sunday September 18th, noon-5pm. Enjoy authentic German food, beverages, music & fun. For more information call 888-677-2810.

10 years ago the United States experienced on of the greates tragedies in American history.  In remembrance of these tragic events, the Sonrise Christian Fellowship Church in Cedar City will be holding a community service at 10 AM at the Main Street Park (on the corner of 200 North and Main). 

This service will include worhsip and will be followed by a message entitled “May We Never Forget.”  Members of the Southern Utah University color guard will post colors along with local firefighters, and the service will conclude with a bagpipe rendition of Amazing Grace.

Free food will be available to all who attend.  Come partake of the heartfelt messages, music, and food.

The Cedar City Wine Club brings a culture of great food and wine to Southern Utah and brings people together to share what they love and have in common.

Their upcoming event is scheduled for Sunday September 4th, 5-8 PM.  It will be a wine tasting of unusual white wines.  Membership is free, and they only ask that you bring your favorite wine and/or food to share.  To attend, simply e-mail info@cedarcitywineclub.com, and they’ll add you to their roster.

Don’t drink wine?  The club also hosts tastings for cheeses, chocolates, coffees, and teas.  Something for everyone!