KidsOutAndAbout Weekly Newsletter
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Wed, Mar 18: Follow the Rainbow - Springville Library
Thu, Mar 19: Pajama Storytime at the Day-Riverside Branch Library
Thu, Mar 19: Spring Indoor Soccer at Boys
& Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake
Thu, Mar 19: Utah Jazz Home Game
Fri, Mar 20: Subaru Winterfest - Snowbird Ski and
Summer Resort
Sat, Mar 21: Teen After Hours: Hunger Games Day - Orem Public Library
Tue, Mar 24: Utah Youth
Rodeo at Golden Spike Event Center
Sat, Mar 28: The Cardboard Exchange Mega Expo at Golden Spike Event Center
Tue, Mar 31: Salt Lake Bees: Opening Day
Thu, Apr 2: Bunny Hop Bash Camp - My Gym Children's Fitness Center of Layton
Sat, Apr 4: Gem Faire - Mountain America Exposition Center
Tue, Apr
7: The Third Annual Craft Lake City Maker's Mart at Millcreek Common
Thu, Apr 9: School Break Camps at I.J. & Jeanné Wagner Jewish Community Center
Sat, Apr 11: Last
Chance Beach Bash - Solitude Mountain Resort
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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: For much of the country this year, March simultaneously is bringing hope that spring may in fact return to North America AND the awareness that every car is at risk for the foreseeable future. All winter long, water seeps into asphalt cracks, freezes, expands, melts, and freezes again, and bit by bit the driving experience becomes a game called Avoid the
Crater. But lately I’ve started seeing the repair trucks out there again, their bright-vested workers moving methodically from hole to hole with their shovels. Every time I pass them, it gives me a lift, not just because it means someday soon I'll start seeing flowers out in the real world, but also because potholes are one of those perfect reminders of what humans do. Playrooms, projects, and paperwork start out neat, but over time, weather, wear, gravity, and
procrastination take their toll. No matter how strict the system, order gradually slides toward chaos. And then humans step in and make it right again. I saw the cycle in action at the KidsOutAndAbout office last week: Our storage room had slowly become a museum of random supplies, half-filled bins, and Christmas decorations that had been tossed in with a hopeful Future Us will deal with this someday. Fortunately, my colleague Michelle, who works in our data department,
is also a genius organizer. A few hours after Future Michelle stepped in and applied logic and elbow grease, the little room had transformed from a cluttered cave into a serene space. The quickening of the seasons seems to bring that same energy into our homes: Closets get sorted, garages get swept, junk drawers finally meet their match. It feels good, not just because the space looks better, but because fixing things reminds us of something important: Disorder is normal, but
it’s not permanent. Humans can step in and bring brightness back. So here’s to spring cleaning, organized shelves, and freshly patched roads. Our tires, and our spirits, roll much more smoothly because humans fill potholes.
—Debra Ross, publisher of KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse
Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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Realms of Inquiry is a cooperative learning community for grades 6–12 in Taylorsville dedicated to nurturing bright, creative, independent thinkers. With small class sizes, mentor‐guided learning, and opportunities for project-based, outdoor, and
international programs, students help design a learning path that fits their interests and learning style. Realms offers accredited academics as well as real-world experiences—whether that’s exploring nature, leading in community projects, or discovering new cultures abroad. If you want an education where your student is seen, supported, and challenged, we invite you to visit us and learn more. Contact us at frontdesk@realmsofinquiry.org or 801-467-5911.
Click on the image for more information.
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Alta Summer Camp is a five‑day, full‑day summer adventure—with meals included—created to strengthen children’s connection with nature through meaningful, hands‑on experiences. Designed for ages 6–12, the camp invites young adventurers to spend a week
exploring science, ecology, and the unique environment of the Cottonwood Canyons. Campers engage in nature‑based activities, outdoor discovery, and experiential learning that deepens their understanding of the mountains we love. Through guided exploration, creative projects, and time spent observing the natural world, children build curiosity, confidence, and appreciation for the outdoors. Our goal is to inspire a lasting love for nature and encourage campers to see themselves as part of our
mountain ecosystem. Click here for more information and to register: https://summer.altachildrenscenter.com/
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Superior Summer Camp is a full‑day mountain adventure, with meals included, designed for children ages 5–10 to build teamwork, confidence, and connection in the heart of Snowbird. Each week, campers experience a taste of Snowbird Summer Adventures such as
ropes course challenges, mountain coaster rides, tram access to alpine trails, and daily park exploration. Outdoor picnics and shared experiences help children grow together. Campers enjoy daily free‑choice art and creativity, along with a weekly focus theme that encourages learning something NEW. Transportation is available from the base of Little Cottonwood Canyon, or families may choose to drive. For more information and to register click
here: https://www.superiorchildcare.com/summercamp
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Antipholus and Dromio are bewildered. Everywhere they go, they seem to have already been there, and everyone they meet seems to know all about them. The more they try to unravel the lunatic events around them, the more farcical their lives become. It’s
double the laughter and twice the fun in Shakespeare’s youthful comedy of twins and mistaken identities in this 75-minute adaptation presented by the Utah Shakespeare Festival’s Shakespeare in the Schools Tour. This event is free and recommended for ages 5+.
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Get ready for the 49th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Join us for Salt Lake’s most anticipated event of the year! Whether it’s sunny or rainy, we’re celebrating! The parade kicks off at the Gateway-featuring floats, music, dancing & plenty of craic.
After the parade, the fun continues at the Siamsa (Sheem-suh) for food, live music & dancing! Don’t miss out on the festivities! Get your green gear ready & bring the whole family for a day full of fun, culture & community!
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Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the 2026 Lucky Laces 5K & Health Fair. There will be an adults & kids Lucky Charms eating contest for prizes & explore the Health Fair while people are checking in. Explore the different local health resources
at the Health Fair before or after the 5k. Registration is FREE, but limited. Participants that ARE REGISTERED will be entered into drawings for prizes & receive Lucky Laces swag. Registration closes on Friday, March 13 at noon or when slots fill up. Children under 5 or that are in strollers DO NOT need to register. Free breakfast snacks after the 5k, while supplies last.
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- Tinker Time - Utah STEM Action Center, South Salt Lake City, Friday, March 13, 2026, 12 - 8 PM
- Storytime at Glendale Branch - Glendale Branch, Salt Lake City, Friday, March 13, 2026, 10:30 am - 11 am
- Playtime at Glendale Branch - Glendale Branch, Salt Lake City, Friday, March 13, 2026, 11 am - 11:30 am
- Community Art Hour at the Day-Riverside Branch Library -
Day-Riverside Branch, Salt Lake City, Friday, March 13, 2026, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Kids Café | Café para niños 2026 at Ruth Vine Tyler Library - Ruth Vine Tyler Library, Midvale, Friday, March 13, 2026, See website for details
- Bouncing Babies - Orem Public Library, Orem, Friday, March 13, 2026, 10 am
- March Film Screenings: Movies that Turn Over a New Leaf - Orem Public Library, Orem,
Friday, March 13, 2026, 6 pm
- Utah Shakespeare Festival: The Comedy of Errors - Orem Public Library, Orem, Friday, March 13, 2026, 7 pm
- Leap Into Reading - Springville Library, Springville, Friday, March 13, 2026, 10:30 am
- Tiny Tot Tales - Springville Library, Springville, Friday, March 13, 2026, 11:30 am
- Science Demo Saturday: A Pi Day Celebration! - Clark Planetarium, Salt Lake City, Saturday, March 14, 2026, See website for details
- Creative Lab Workshops: Podcasting Basics at the Main
Library - Salt Lake City Public Library, Salt Lake City, Saturday, March 14, 2026, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Bilingual Storytime/Cuentitos bilingüe - Springville Library, Springville, Saturday, March 14, 2026, See website for details
- 49th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, Salt Lake City, Saturday, March 14, 2026, 11 am
- Lucky Laces 5K & Health Fair, Orem, Saturday, March 14, 2026, 9 am - 11 am
- Playtime at the Main Library - Salt Lake City Public Library, Salt Lake City, Sunday, March 15, 2026, 2 pm - 3 pm
- 12 Minutes Max at the Main Library - Salt Lake City Public Library, Salt Lake City, Sunday, March 15, 2026, 2 pm
- 3 pm
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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in the Salt Lake City area is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, &
more. Our guide puts summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Parents have an abundance of choices when it comes to PreK and day care options in the Salt Lake City area! Use our Big List to help find the best one for your kiddos and check our events calendar to find Open Houses where you can meet teachers and tour the
schools.
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Salt Lake City area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're
escaping a spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes…
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Click here to discover Birthday party locations in the Salt Lake City area. From Arcades to Ziplines our Big List will help you think outside the box and plan the party of your kids' dreams! KidsOutAndAbout has dozens of ideas!
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2025's Top 20 Places to Take Kids in the Salt Lake City area. Our Top 20 results page includes a list of your top picks, including winners in special categories like Top Arts Educator, Top Sports Educator, and Top STEM Educator! Check out your fellow
readers' favorites, and enjoy exploring the best of the region!
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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