April 22, 2026 - MPSF, Pancakes, Tiaras

What’s Up Provo! And welcome to Utah, Lionel Messi! ⚽🐐

If you’re looking for something else to do on this Earth Day besides watch Fern Gully and/or The Lorax we’ve got you covered. Let’s get into!

In Partnership with Alaskan Inn
Hidden Gem in Ogden Canyon

If you’ve driven through Ogden Canyon, you’ve probably passed Alaskan Inn without realizing what’s tucked away just off the road.

What you’re missing is a smaller, quieter resort with a collection of themed rooms and private cabins that feel like a retreat.

What guests often love the most are the private cabins — warm lighting, a fireplace, and a jacuzzi tub.

In the morning your breakfast is delivered right to your door. No lines at the waffle maker, no lukewarm eggs.

So take a look at their rooms, see which one feels like yours, and grab one before it gets booked!

Alaska Inn
435 Ogden Canyon
(801) 621-8600

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🔥 Utah County Fire
Feels a little too early in the season to get this kind of news… Fire crews jumped into action Tuesday night after a brush fire ignited in Utah County, sending smoke into the sky and drawing a multi-agency response. Last we heard no homes were immediately threatened, but some were evacuated, and by 10 p.m. last night it had grown to an estimated 400 acres.

🏐 MPSF Tournament
Provo will be the epicenter of men’s college volleyball this week as BYU hosts this years Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) Tournament.
Eight teams will be battling in a fast, single-elimination format, including top seeded UCLA, Pepperdine, USC, and, of course, BYU. The opening day matchups include Pepperdine vs. Jessup, USC vs. Vanguard, UCLA vs. Concordia, and a marquee BYU vs. Stanford showdown.
The altitude and the home crowd should give BYU a real edge, let’s hope they make it to Saturday night’s championship. Go cougars!
BYU’s Smith Fieldhouse | Apr. 22 - Apr 25

💐 Mother’s Day Original Art Show
An in-person evening open house celebrating motherhood in all its forms, featuring original, mom-themed art.
Havenlight Gallery | Apr. 23 | 6pm-8pm

📚 Ballroom Book Sale
Most items are $2 or less!
Provo Library | Apr. 22 | 12pm-3pm

🌎 Kid to Kid Earth Day Sale
Reduce, reuse, recycle and get 20% off everything in-store.
Kid to Kid | Apr. 22 | 9am-7:30pm

🩰 Utah Metropolitan Ballet Tribute
Celebrate UMB with an elegant performance featuring “the world premiere of an original work by international choreographer Vanessa Cook, winner of the 2025 Ariel Bybee.”
Covey Center | Apr. 23 | 7pm

Later this week

🥞 Pancake Breakfast
Flip some flapjacks for a good cause—this fundraiser supports the North Fork Fire Department, with breakfast 8-11am in the Rehearsal Hall and a community meeting at 11am in the Redford Conference Center. Tickets are $15 online or $16 at the door.
Sundance | Apr. 25 | 8am-11am

🌳 Arbor Day
Celebrate Mapleton’s Tree City USA status!
Mapleton | Apr. 24 | 1pm

🎬 Midnight in Paris (PG-13, 2011)
Orem Library | Apr. 24 | 6pm-8pm

🤖 Family Movie Night – The Wild Robot
Provo Library | Apr. 24 | 6pm-7:30pm

🌷 Tulip 5k
Scenic run/walk/jog/sweat through blooming tulips during the Tulip Festival.
Thanksgiving Point | Apr. 25 | 7:30am

👑 Ties & Tiaras Daddy Daughter Dance
Bring dad or another special guest for a tie-and-tiara-themed night of dancing, treats, photos, and dress-up.
Provo Rec Center | Apr. 25 | 5pm-7pm

🎹 2026 Super Saturday Organ Workshop
Classes for beginners to experts, hosted by the Utah Valley Chapter of the American Guild of Organists—open to anyone curious about the organ. Don’t forget to register!
Spanish Fork YSA Single Adult Stake Center | Apr. 25 | 8am-3pm

🎬 Downton Abbey: A Grande Marathon
Attendees are encouraged to bring along a modest handcraft—should one wish to occupy idle moments with industry—and to dress as they please, whether in their finest attire or in the comfort of more relaxed garments. Of course, period costumes would be met with the highest approval. Pray take note: this engagement is reserved for those of 18 years and older.
Orem Library | Apr. 25 | 10am-5:30pm

🧘‍♀️ Lululemon Pilates in the Park
Hosted by the lululemon store at University Place (weather permitting).
University Place | Apr. 25 | 9am-10am

📚 Author Event - Meet Cute: An Author Speed Dating Event
Mingle with nine romance authors through author introductions and rotating “speed friendshipping” chats. You can learn about their process and books, plus there will be light refreshments and a multi-author book signing.
Provo Library | Apr. 25 | 2pm-4pm

🌱 Vineyard City's Earth Day Planting Party
Plant around the park at this kid-friendly, all-ages Earth Day project.
Vineyard | Apr. 25 | 9am-12pm

🛻 Utah County Car & Truck Meet
Drop in to see some of the coolest custom, refurbished, and rebuilt rides and grab authentic Mexican food.
Utah County | Apr. 26 | 12pm-5pm

Next week sneak peek

📖 Imagication
Storytime this time is “How To Raise A Mom” and the kids will get a Chick-fil-A treat card after the story.
University Place | Apr. 27 | 11am-12pm

🐛 The Very Fun Eric Carle Party!
Celebrate The Very Hungry Caterpillar and other Eric Carle favorites with games, arts & crafts, storytime, and hopefully some cake, cheese, salami, and a lollipop.
Orem Library | Apr. 27 | 6pm-7:30pm

🐝 Mother’s Day Beehive Bazaar 2026
A multi-day pop-up market perfect for finding Mother’s Day gifts.
The Beehive | Apr. 28–May 9 | 10am-8pm

🐮 Holy Cow Mother’s Day Boutique
It’s never too early to shop for mom!
The Lindon Community Center | Apr. 28–May 2 | Tues - Fri 9am-9pm, Saturday 9am-7pm

🇺🇸 Timpanogos Chorale Presents: Let Freedom Ring
Stirring choral anthems and reflective selections that tell our nation’s story and celebrate America’s 250th!
Orem Library | Apr. 30 | 7pm-8pm

Wednesday - 55° | 🌥️ | 21%

Thursday - 58° | ⛅ | 13%

Friday - 64° | 🌤️ | 1%

Saturday - 66° | 🌥️ | 17%

Sunday - 53° | 🌧️ | 79%

Monday - 57° | 🌦️ | 52%

Tuesday - 62° | 🌥️ | 17%

@ The Velour
Wednesday – Open Mic Night
Thursday – DS 15, Hurry Up And Wait, Strawberry Jam, Stranded At Home
Friday – EJ Michels, CalJo, Keiyana Osmond
Saturday – The Last Wild Buffalo, Theoretical Blonde

@ Java Junkie
Thursday – Lampshade Acoustic Night, Jared Ferrin, Humlebi, Catherine Valois
Friday – Open Mic Night
Saturday – Joey Brandin, Brigitte Rose, Angel of Remus, Chac Xol, Laredo Larry, Samuel Charles, Bly Wallentine

@ The A-Frame
Tuesday – Good Morning Bedlam

@ The Speakeasy
Thursday – Empty Corner, Desidirium, Cutting Ties, Pine District
Friday – Mitchee, Cansisco, Some Situation
Saturday – Pretty Accent, Danbo, Skunk Fetus

@ B-Side HiFi
Tuesday – The Breakroom Trio

@ The Rise
Wednesday – Open Mic Night
Friday – Adjacent to Nothing, Penalty of Treason, Spine Chewer
Saturday – NVRBRYAN, liltrandog, Manuel!, Kenney Cole, N$ Willy

Thanks for reading and please forward this to someone who’s favorite Planeteer is/should be Kwame. 😉

-Nicole, Josh, & Carlie

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