Community Calendar: Upcoming events from September 28

Below is a collection of community events coming up starting September 28, 2024. For current events, please see our Current Events article. More information about events can be found in our online calendar.

Featured events

A journey to the hidden world of tropical bats

• Summit County Library
• Wednesday, October 2
• South

The library will host three Smithsonian-affiliated scientists who will teach about the extraordinary world of tropical bats. For decades, scientists at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute have studied the extraordinary biodiversity of bats on Panama’s Barro Colorado Island, where an astonishing seventy-six species coexist. Now, for the first time, the expertise of Smithsonian scientists combines with the stunning photography of National Geographic contributor Christian Ziegler to create an immersive visual journey into the fascinating world of these elusive nocturnal creatures. Register at libraryc.org/thesummitcountylibrary/57360.

Live computer Give me a computer

• Park City Community Foundation
• Friday, November 15

Every November, Live PC Give PC brings together Park City and Summit County for 24 hours of extraordinary generosity. Over the past 14 years, the day has raised millions of dollars for local nonprofit organizations. Whether you live, work, stay or play here, you benefit from our nonprofit organizations. Learn how to get involved, view event information, donate and volunteer at livepcgivepc.org.

Other upcoming events

Community breakfast

• Police Station in the City Park
• City Park Pavilion
• Saturday, September 28
• 8-10 a.m

Mark your calendar for a fun-filled morning of spanking and power. The Park City Police Department is hosting a joint breakfast with its partners, Christian Center of Park City, Peace House and Faith & Blue. There will be free food, games, prizes and lots of family fun! Come to City Park South Pavilion and meet with officers and neighbors.

WANDER: mindful walking + boxing classes + lunch + “leveling up” workshops.

• Tribe of Wild Women
• 2720 ​​Rasmussen Rd. Ste. A4
• Saturday, September 28
• 9:00-14:00

Join us for a day designed to reawaken your inner strength, align with your true path and strengthen your spirit. This exclusive women’s empowerment event includes mindful walking, dynamic boxing classes with boxing champion MG Vellinga at her gym, RISE Boxing, a light, nutritious lunch and transformational workshops. Start with a mindful guided hike through beautiful landscapes to clear your mind and set positive intentions. Then energize yourself with a boxing class that builds self-confidence and connects you with physical strength.

Hazardous waste day

• Recycling Utah
• Canyon Cabriolet parking lot
• Saturday, September 28
• 9:00-13:00

No companies – only residents. Accepted products include paints, varnishes, solvents, motor oil, antifreeze, all types of batteries, gasoline, household cleaners, fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, pool and spa chemicals, acids, propane and white fuel gas cylinders, fluorescent lamps compacts, electronic waste (computers, monitors, TVs (TVs must be able to be carried by one person only), cell phones, laptops, cables), all items containing mercury, pharmaceuticals, mattresses ($20 fee per item), and bicycles.

Event at Glenwood Cemetery with ghosts

• City Museum in the Park
• 401 Silver King Drive, Park City
• Saturday, September 28
• 10:45-114:00
• 12:45-14:00

Park City’s history will come to life with re-enactors or costumed ghosts standing on various graves and discussing life and death in the old, historic mining town. This year’s theme will be “Immigrants: The People Who Made Home in Park City.” Tours will cost $20 per person and are appropriate for ages 10 and older. It will be a fundraiser for the historic cemetery. Seating is limited and reservations are required. No dogs, please. To register for the event, select your preferred tour and call Diane Knispel at 435-574-9554 for tickets.

A day of eating and giving in the ship’s galley

• Community Gardens and EATS Summit
• Galley
• 1784 Uinta Road
• Saturday, September 28
• 11:00-21:00

Vessel Kitchen donates 25% of its revenues to SCG-EATS! Help us support our critical programs by helping create a healthier community by eating healthy, delicious and hearty Vessel foods!

Film screening: “High Country”

• A film about the City Park
• Jim Santy Auditorium
• 1255 Park Avenue.
• Mon, September 30
• 19:00

Myles Rademan, retiring director of Leadership Park City, will moderate a post-film discussion including a Q&A with Dana Williams (former mayor of Park City), Katy Wang (director of the Park City Film Series), Eyee Hsu (climate change activist) and Sara Jo Dickens (environmental activist). Don’t miss this insightful conversation about social activism and environmental protection!

Pre-registration is required but not required. More information: bit.ly/3XtTZhH.

Movie Park City: High Country

• City Library in the Park
• 1255 Park Avenue.
• Mon, September 30
• 19:00

Rooted in nostalgia, “High Country” tells a timeless American story of how a community of conscientious and forward-thinking young people, disguised as skiers and hippies, stumbled upon a ruined mining town on the fringes of society and worked to preserve the environment and protect the environment for years to come.

Snyderville Pool Master Plan Update Open House

• Summit County
• Richins Building
• 1885 W Ute Blvd.
• Tue, October 1
• 17:00-19:00 (come any time)

Learn about the different elements of the master plan and provide feedback that will shape the future of your community.

Summit County Council Candidates Forum

• Park City Community Foundation
• Blair Education Center, Park City Hospital
• 900 Round Valley Dr.
• Tue, October 1
• 18:00-20:00

The Park City Community Foundation partnered with KPCW radio, The Park Record and the Park City Chamber of Commerce and Visitors to host this event so that the community could be informed about the four candidates for Summit County Council: Megan McKenna, Ari Ioannides, Roger Armstrong and Tory’ Welch’s ego.

Park City Wine Festival

• Various locations
• October 3-5
• Various times

Wine and adventure lovers, these events are made for you! In addition to the impressive Grand Tastings, featuring over 80 wineries and live music, there are also several a la carte events. Enjoy expertly curated tastings at Park City’s finest restaurants over wine dinners and lunches, deepen your wine knowledge with classroom seminars, or hike through the vineyards on Park City’s scenic trails. Each event is ticketed individually at parkcitywinefest.com.

Annual Scarecrow Festival

• McPolin Farm
• Saturday, October 5
• 14:00-16:00

Come to McPolin Farm and build your own scarecrow for all to see. The city provides straw for stuffing, trail support for the crow and a display package. Bring items to build a scarecrow, including a head, clothes, shoes, props, scissors and other fun, flashy accessories. You can also build a scarecrow at home and install it whenever you want. Just don’t forget your registered badge included in your display package. Purchase your ticket today and find more information online at eventbrite.com/e/scarecrow-festival-tickets-999524092467.

Red Apple Gala

• Park City Educational Foundation
• Deer Valley Montage
• Saturday, October 5
• 18:00-23:00

You can’t miss Park City’s favorite fall event with an amazing reason to celebrate! Support our students, teachers and schools by enjoying food and dancing, cocktails and casino, and live and silent auctions.

Harvest festival

• Recycling Utah
• Cattleman’s Hall, 911 W Center St., Oakley
• Saturday, October 5
• 11:00-16:00

The festival is free and open to the public. There will be dozens of vendors offering a dazzling array of local goods. You will surely admire the character, taste and creativity of this area! The festival program will include local food and drinks, activities for children, live music, local crafts and more.

Fall MIND Social: self-defense workshops and pottery painting

• The computer reads
• Paint fusion
• 6699 N Landmark Dr. Ste. M105
• Sunday, October 6
• 11:00-13:00

Join for tips on painting, lunch, and self-representation! PC Reads is excited to start this school year and have fun with a new presentation in the works! While the MIND program is open to all Park City area students with learning differences in grades K-12, the event is best suited for students in third grade or higher. Register at parkcityreads.org.

Costume exchange

• City Library in the Park
• 1255 Park Avenue.
• Sunday, October 6
• 13:00-17:00

Stop by the Park City Library during regular library hours October 4-6 to add or browse the Costume Swap! You can donate gently used costumes to your child and adult and find a free “new for you” Halloween costume or other costume needs! ​​​​​​​Come by every day to make a donation or see new costume options!

Celebrate the spirit of trick-or-treating

• Swimming Pool Recreation
• Willow Creek Park
• 4460 Divided railway right-of-way
• Saturday, October 26
• 11:00-13:00

Prepare your Halloween costumes and go trick-or-treating in Basin Recreation! Celebrate the Spirits is a family favorite and perfect for all ages. Stop by any time during the event and enjoy festive activities, costume contests and, of course, trick-or-treating. The event will take place outside of rain, snow and sun! Are you interested in organizing your table? Sponsorship opportunities are available. Cost is $15 per trick or treat, children 2 and under are free. Parents, guardians or non-trick-or-treaters do not need to register or pay, but can participate.

17th Annual Professional Snow and Avalanche Workshops

• Utah Avalanche Center
• The in-person session took place at the Dejoria Center in Kamas
• 970 UT-323, Kamas
• Mon, November 4

This event will provide avalanche workers across the country with continuing education opportunities by sharing case studies and stories from various operations in various snow climates along with information that will assist them in their daily work. The workshops will be conducted in the spirit of the International Snow Science Workshops, combining theory and practice. Speakers will include patrollers, field guides and forecasters, on-road forecasters, search and rescue personnel, snow scientists, researchers and more. The format will include 15-minute presentations followed by questions and answers. Full-day, two-part workshops. For more information, visit utahavalanchecenter.org.

Visiting the 3Kings water treatment plant

• Recycling Utah
• 1884 Three Kings dr.
• Thu, November 7
• 10-11:15

The new 3Kings Water Treatment Plant was built in 2024 to improve efficiency, increase water treatment capacity, meet regulatory requirements and replace existing infrastructure. Come and learn about new water treatment technologies!