April 29, 2026 - Baby Animal Festival, Star Wars Pizza Night

What’s Up Provo! Happy Women’s Conference Week and Happy Denim Day!👖

Few quick local tips before we get started, first, we’re being told that before you start planting those tomatoes (or petunias or whatever) you need to watch the overnight lows, specifically for 40° to 50°, that should be your greenlight. (So this week?)

Also, May is when the bike trails start to get more busy, but they aren’t too busy yet, and neither are the bike shops. Get ahead of the rush and get tuned up now. (If you ride Giant then Taylor’s is your place.)

Let’s get into it!

In Partnership with
Tin Can

This was one of the more popular things we’ve talked about recently, and so it’s no surprise that they seem to be currently out of phones. ☹

The first five batches of this popular new phone for kids has sold out but they are going to be selling a new batch in a few months. Preorder now and get your kids a phone that doesn’t give them access to the whole internet.

The Tin Can allows kids to chat (meaning actually call) and reach their friends, or grandma/grandpa, or mom and dad when they’re on a date, etc. And there are no apps, no screen, no dumb games, and 100% scroll-free.

It also allows you as the parent, control over who can call you, and you can even set up a “quiet hours” schedule as well.

👉 Learn more! Because the Tin Can might be just what your family needs right now.

They offer two plans:
1⃣ Can 2 Can Plan (Call other tin can’s for free!)
2⃣ Call Friends and Family for $9.99/month. First month free

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🌮 Taco Culture opens in American Fork
A familiar face in Utah’s food scene, Alonso Castañeda (former Savory Fund executive), just launched Taco Culture in American Fork. The aim is to serve some traditional tacos “made the right way.” They designed the experience at Taco Culture to capture the experience of walking into a taqueria in Mexico. 456 East State Street in American Fork

🏐🏈 BYU Sports Catch-Up
Here’s a quick update in BYU sports: men’s volleyball beat Stanford in the MPSF opener, then got bounced by No. 1 UCLA, so yes—their season is over at 21–12. Football had two NFL Draft picks: LB Jack Kelly to the Giants and TE Carsen Ryan to the Browns. Men’s hoops still needs a real starting center but at least TCU transfer Adam Stewart does add some size.

🇺🇸 Timpanogos Chorale Presents: “Let Freedom Ring”
A live patriotic concert by the Timpanogos Chorale—listen to the story of our nation through song.
Orem Library | Apr. 30 | 7pm-8pm

🌍 Around the World in 80 Minutes
“An Exciting Adventure Through World Music”
Buckle up for a fast-paced, 80-minute journey across the globe.
Covey Center | Apr. 30 | 7:30pm-8:50pm

⚾ BYU Baseball vs. Utah
The “Bat Cats” are hosting the Running Utes for a three game series this week. We can’t say for sure but we’re hoping for fireworks at least one of the nights. Let’s go cougars!
BYU | Apr. 30 - May 2 | 6pm

🧶 Learn to Crochet Class
Mary Lynn will guide beginners through chaining, starting your work, and mastering basic stitches. No experience needed!
Heindselman’s | Apr. 30 | 4pm-6pm

🌍 Westridge PTO Multicultural Festival
If you are near Westridge Elementary (or not) they will have an interactive experiences from around the world (collect passport stamps for prizes, with a bonus prize if you come dressed in clothing from your country of origin). Free for the community, food trucks will be there, and volunteers are welcome!
Westridge | Apr. 30 | 5:30pm-7:30pm

Later this week

🐐 Baby Animal Festival
Meet the new baby lambs, kid goats, piglets, chicks and more!
Thanksgiving Point | May 1-30 | 9am-8pm

⚽ Mapleton Adult Futsal Tournament (first-ever)
Two-days, 4-game guarantee. 18+, no roster limits, $250 per team.
Mapleton Rec Center | May 1–2

👩‍🎨 Heroines of the MOA: A Women's Conference Gallery Talk
Join MOA Director Janalee Emmer and Curator Maddie Blonquist for a free 30-minute gallery talk celebrating underappreciated women artists as part of BYU Women’s Conference’s 50th.
BYU | May 1 | 2pm-2:30pm

🤠 Wasatch High School Rodeo
Get your first taste, or almost first taste of rodeo season—the Wasatch Rodeo Team will be competing in two days of high-energy action!
Wasatch County Event Complex | May 1-2

🍪 Drop-n-Decorate (May 1)
Grab a $25 kit with 6 sugar cookies, 3 icing colors in piping bags, and an inspiration photo. Decorate in the studio Friday anytime 4-8pm or take the kit home—perfect for families, couples, friends, and groups.
(Also, they will be holding a class where you can learn handmade filled pasta on May 2nd, check out the details for that here.)
Baking Me Crazy (studio) | May 1 | 4pm-8pm

👩‍🎨 Remember the Ladies: Utah Women in Art 2026 (Opening Reception)
Kick off this exhibition spotlighting Utah women artists—riffing on Abigail Adams’ 1776 “remember the ladies” letter and celebrating autonomy, agency, power, and dignity. The show runs May 1–30.
JKR Gallery | May 1 | 6pm-9pm

🎸 School of Rock: The Musical
"Don't let the man bring you down!"
SCERA | May 2 | 7:30pm

🛼 MJ Night — Don't Stop 'Til You Skate Enough
Skate glide and dance to nonstop Michael Jackson hits under disco lights ‘til the sun comes up/closing time.
Classic Fun Center | May 2 | 9pm-12am

🎈 El día de los Niños
Honor the ninos around the world! They’ll have activities, crafts, food, and more!
Orem City Park | May 2 | 12pm-3pm

Next week sneak peek

🍕 Star Wars Trivia and Pizza Buffet
Team up and put your Star Wars knowledge to the test for prizes, with an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet included—tickets are $20 per person. Space is limited (about 50 spots) and reservations are required, so grab yours before it sells out.
Here’s some Star Wars Trivia to get your Midi-chlorians going:
Question: We usually think of C-3PO as all gold, but in the original one of his limbs is actually silver-plated, which limb is it?
(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)
Fat Daddy’s Pizzeria (Downtown Provo) | May 4 | 7pm

🚲 Cascade Bike Fix-it
Kids can get bike tune-ups to keep their rides in good condition, hosted by Bike Utah.
Cascade Elementary | May 4 | 3pm-4pm

🎤 Devotional: Brian Radford
Brian Radford, BYU’s IT vice president and CIO for the Church Educational System.
BYU | May 5 | 11:05am

🍿 PARIS WHEN IT SIZZLES (Cinema Classics)
A 1964 classic starring William Holden and Audrey Hepburn—a young assistant helps a blocked screenwriter by acting out wild plot ideas. Tickets start a $2 starting and every attendee gets a small popcorn!
SCERA | May 5 | 10am-11:50am

🛍️ Hitching Post Boutique Market Series 2026
A perfect time to find the perfect gift for mom!
The Hitching Post (1520 N Main Street, Springville) | May 6-9 | times TBA

Wednesday - 63° | ☀️ | 0%

Thursday - 63° | ☀️ | 3%

Friday - 68° | ☀️ | 3%

Saturday - 72° | ☀️ | 0%

Sunday - 75° | ⛅ | 4%

Monday - 76° | ⛅ | 15%

Tuesday - 67° | ⛅ | 24%

@ The Velour
Wednesday - Open Mic Night
Thursday - Yarrow, Password is Password, Zelousy, Kellon Packer

@ 3hive
Wednesday - Loolowningen & The Far East Idiots, Infinite Coachella, transmitter

@ Java Junkie
Thursday - Lampshade Acoustic Night, Angel of Remus, Sarah Price, Teija Bresler, Briauna, Nathan Judd
Friday - Open Mic Night

@ The Speakeasy
Friday - Seven, Diona, Stratus, The Suddz
Saturday - Sugar Sings, Attalie Anne, Helpline, Riyah

@ Orem Library Hall
Wednesday - Utah250 Patriotic Concert: Let Freedom Ring, Timpanogos Chorale

@ Covey Center for The Arts
Thursday - Utah Valley Symphony, Around the World in 80 Minutes

@ The Rise
Wednesday - Open Mic Night
Friday - Legends Memorial show

Thanks for reading. 😉

-Nicole, Josh, & Carlie

Star Wars Trivia Answer:
C3PO’s right leg is silver plated

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