March 18, 2026 - Hoops, Rock & Gem Show 2026, Folklore Symposium

What’s Up Provo! We decided to really pack in the events this time, hopefully it’s not too much.

Let’s get into it!

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🔥 Brush Fire in Utah County
A wildfire, human-caused, sent up visible smoke and flames which prompted a quick response from fire crews. The fire mostly burned the marshy areas west of the freeway, and officials named it the Milrace Fire. Hopefully not a sign of things to come…

🛍️ Mall Makeover
Provo Towne Centre’s half-billion-dollar makeover is inching forward: planners backed the big-picture land-use changes for a project that would add shops, an outdoor plaza, about 1,300 apartments, and 80-ish townhomes. They are planning on keeping Target, JCPenney, and Cinemark. What happens to Shady Acres residents still unresolved. Next big date: April 14 at City Council.

🚧 1600 North Construction
Orem’s gearing up to revamp 1600 North. The Daily Herald is reporting it could start as soon as next week. The goal is smoother traffic flow, safer crossings, and better access for walkers and cyclists. They are going to wide the road, and upgrade intersections and the paths.

💻 No Data Center
We talked about the data center that was proposed in one of the recent editions, well the Provo City Council officially pulled the plug on it. They voted it down after residents raised concerns over water use, noise, and overall impact. The decision keeps the area open for other potential developments.

🏀 BYU vs Texas
It’s a little far away compared to our typical events (it’s in Portland), but it’s probably still the biggest thing happening locally this week. Unless they win and they play Gonzaga (probably) on Saturday, in which case that will be the biggest thing happening this week.

We were looking for expert opinions about the game and it seems nobody agrees. Some analysts see a deep run potential, and many others have them on upset watch early.
Cameron Salerno of CBS Sports: “AJ Dybantsa, the nation’s leading scorer and a potential No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft, is capable of carrying the Cougars on the type of March heater that can turn a region upside down…”
Sports commentator Vaughn Dalzell: “…whoever plays BYU is going to beat BYU, in my opinion.”
Kevin Young: “…we’re playing our best ball at the right time of the year”

Let’s hope BYU breaks some brackets, (but not ours), go cougars!

Portland | March 19 | 5:25pm on TBS

More BYU events:

🏀 BYU vs Alabama A&M (WBIT 1st round)
There’s even more Cougar tournament basketball tomorrow night! BYU women’s basketball hosts the first round (as the 1-seed) in the WBIT. BYU is chasing its first postseason win since 2021. So go, cheer loud, and make it happen!
Marriott Center | Mar. 19 | 7pm

🎷 Jazz Lab Band
Enjoy a night steeped in jazz tradition. Free admission!
BYU | Mar. 18 | 7:30pm

🏆 The MOAcademy Awards: A Gallery Talk with the MOA Staff
Join MOA staff for a one-of-a-kind, lunchtime gallery talk as they present their “Best Picture” nominees from the From the Vault exhibition.
BYU Museum of Art | Mar. 18 | 12:10pm-12:40pm

📚 Kevin J Worthen: By Study and By Faith Lecture
Kevin J Worthen is giving the final lecture in the By Study and By Faith: 150 Years of BYU lecture series. Free and open to students, staff, faculty, alumni, and the public.
Reynolds Auditorium, HBLL 1060, Brigham Young University | Mar. 18 | 2pm-3pm

🕵️ Ask Me Anything: Careers in the CIA & Private Sector Security
Ask me anything that isn’t classified…
This one is geared for a people looking into intel careers, which we know isn’t most of you, but if you know some smart (and maybe sneaky) young people deciding their career then let them know. It looks to be very interesting as Thomas Nance, Director of Intelligence Services at Darkweb IQ, former ops officer, shares CIA stories and answers questions.
257 HRCB (BYU) | Mar. 18 | 4pm-5pm

Other events:

📚 Best Books of 2025
Join Provo librarians as they share their favorite reads from 2025, free to attend and free food!
Provo Library - Ballroom | Mar. 18 | 7pm-8:30pm

🏛️ Insights from Artifacts - Millard Fillmore
Local legend, Brent Ashworth, shares artifacts and rare documents for a deep dive into Millard Fillmore. (13th president of the US)
Hutchings Museum | Mar. 19 | 7pm

🧶 Learn to Crochet
Learn the basics—chain, simple stitches, and more. It’s free!
Heindselman’s Yarn & Needlework | Mar. 19 | 4pm-6pm

🐦 Getting Started with Bird Watching
Learn the basics of bird watching with an intro to essential gear and simple spotting techniques—great for teens, families, and adults, you just have to register.
Provo Library - The Nelson Attic | Mar. 19 | 7pm-8pm

Later this week

UVU/BYU events:

🏉 Men's Rugby vs. St. Mary's
Two matches against St. Mary’s this week.
Helaman Field | Mar. 20 | 6pm
South Field | Mar. 21 | 2pm

🏐 Men's Volleyball vs. Concordia-Irvine
Smith Fieldhouse | Mar. 20 | 7pm

🕵️ 2026 Winter Mystery Dinner Party
Enjoy an evening of mystery and fun with a full dinner included. Costumes very much encouraged. (tickets required)
Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum | Mar. 21 | 6pm-9pm

🤸‍♀️ BYU Women’s Gymnastics: Big 12 Championship
The Cougars hit the conference stage at 7-4 (3-2 Big 12) with a season-best 196.975 and a 2-meet win streak!
Maverik Center | Mar. 21

🛸 UVU Folklore Symposium
Free, daylong lineup of folklore talks—Krampus, Indigenous storytelling, fan fiction, skinwalker legends, Tarahumara cosmology, faerie encounters, paranormal patterns and more. At 5pm the keynote will be given by local folklorist legend Danny B. Stewart: “UFOs, Aliens, and Utah. Oh My!” Open to everyone!
UVU, Fulton Library | Mar. 21 | 9am-5:45pm

Other Events:

💎 Annual Rock & Gem Show 2026
Sift for Utah topaz, spin the Wheel of Fortune, bid in the silent auction, snag rock grab bags with on-the-spot polishing, see lapidary/silversmithing/faceting demos, explore the interactive touch table, enter door prizes, meet Mr. Bones the T-Rex, grab concessions, and check out the club membership booth.
Spanish Fork Fairgrounds (Indoor Tennis Courts) | Mar. 20-22 | Fri/Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm

🏂 Ladies Park Day
Will there be snow? We don’t know.
Sundance | Mar. 20 | 10am-2pm

🎸 Film Screening: School of Rock (PG-13, 2003)
“You're not hardcore unless you live hardcore!”
Also, “You’re tacky and I hate you.”
Orem Library | Mar. 20 | 6pm-8pm

🛍️ Lemon & Sage Storewide Clearance Sale
One-day blowout as they transition to the Lemon & Sage Culinary Collective. Gift bags for the first 10 in the door!
Lemon & Sage | Mar. 20 | 12pm-5pm

🧘 Yoga at the Outlets
Enjoy a free, one-hour yoga session led by a pro from Brick Canvas.
The Grand Lobby, Outlets at Traverse Mountain | Mar. 21 | 9am-10am

🌱 Proper Lawn Care
A 1-hour, in-person workshop from Central Utah Water Conservancy District to learn smart watering for a lush, green lawn without over-watering. (register, but it is free)
Orem Library | Mar. 21 | 10am-11am

🏒 Spring Classic
Wasatch Beavers vs. Mountain Goats in a charity showdown. Every ticket benefits the Special Grizzlies. Tickets $5 GA or $20 family pass.
Peaks Ice Arena | Mar. 21 | 2pm-4pm

🐣 Easter Egg-stravaganza Hunt
Hunt for hidden eggs all day, there’s no single start time. Also browse hundreds of small-business booths packed with spring decor, fashion, gifts, and more.
Painted Tree | Mar. 21 | 10am-8pm

🎣 Rocky Mountain Anglers Club (Club Fishing Day)
Relaxed, learning-focused club outing chasing walleye and northern pike—fish by boat or kayak, bring your own gear, and feel free to bring a friend.
Utah Lake | Mar. 21 | 7am-2pm

Next week sneak peak

🎸 Vincent & Waggoner
Alex Vincent and Nate Waggoner, who were previously part of the Grizzly Goat, have come together for a new sound—and this will be their first show!
Black Rock Mfg. Co. (65 N University in Provo) | Mar. 22 | 7pm

🐰 Imagication
Storytime for ages 2–5 featuring “Pete the Cat: Big Easter Adventure”with special guests Rapunzel & Flynn Rider sharing their adventures. Afterward, enjoy an egg hunt, photos with the characters, the Easter Bunny and Pawlet, and a Chick-fil-A treat card for kids.
University Place | Mar. 23 | 10am-11am

💃 Children's Creative Dance Class
Sign ups on March 23rd at 9am
Actual classes: Provo Library - Story Room | Mar. 28 | 10am-10:30am, 10:45am-11:15am, 11:30am-12pm

🍿 Family Movie Night - Storks
Provo Library | Mar. 23 | 7pm-8:30pm

🎙️ Live Podcast & Book Launch
Join Julie Taylor and Lisa Valentine Clark for a live podcast taping and book launch of "It's More Fun to Believe!"
Provo Library | Mar. 23 | 7pm-9pm

🤖 Coding Chaos
Teens (12–18) will play with robots and learn coding while competing in games and challenges with Ozobots, Microbits, LEGO bots, and more.
Provo Library | Mar. 28 | 12pm-2pm

BYU events:

🧠 Forum: Jean Twenge
Hear professor of psychology Jean Twenge share research-backed insights on generational differences and cultural shifts and how technology, social media, and smartphones have shaped mental health and personality.
Marriott Center | Mar. 24 | 11:05am-12pm

📖 An Evening of Storytelling
From the Utah Storytelling Guild. General admission; $16 adults, $12 kids/seniors
SCERA Center for the Arts | Mar. 25 | 7pm

📰 First Amendment Conference 2026
Keynote Sarah Isgur (The Dispatch/SCOTUSblog) joins Matthew Brogdon, Greg Jackson, Carson Holloway, RonNell Anderson Jones, Robert Gehrke, Clay Calvert, and Bill Grueskin for talks on the Declaration and a free press, the early partisan press, NYT v. Sullivan, plus a journalism panel.
Utah Valley University | Mar. 25 | 9:30am-4pm

✝️ Stations of the Cross Tours
Walk the galleries with MOA staff and the BYU Catholic Newman Club for an immersive tour of “The Way of the Cross: A Series by David Habben,” with special prayers and meditative prompts.
BYU Museum of Art | Mar. 27–Apr. 3

🕊️ Prelude to Holy Week: The Way of the Cross
Commemorate the Easter season with the unveiling of "The Way of the Cross" by David Habben and the concert premiere of Andrew Maxfield’s Stations of the Cross, performed by the Sound of Ages Choir (directed by Kameron Kavanaugh). Kick off with opening remarks from Habben and Maxfield, wrap with a gallery viewing; free and open to the public with first-come seating.
BYU Museum of Art | Mar. 27 | 6:30pm-8:30pm

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@ Velour Live Music Gallery
Wednesday – Open Mic Night
Thursday – Matt Hopper And The Roman Candles, Jamie Drake, Tyler Gould, The Bully
Friday – Dustin Christensen, Marcus Bently, Code Hero, Joseph Reni

@ 3hive
Tuesday – Advance Base, Moontype, Mooninite, Kiki LaPomme
Wednesday – Ram Kalo
Saturday – Open Letter
Saturday – Melanie Martinez Listening Party

@ Center of the Universe Cafe
Thursday – Strum Circle

@ Black Rock Mfg. Co.
Sunday - Vincent & Waggoner, Noah Kershisnik

@ Java Junkie
Friday – Open Mic Night
Saturday – Isaac Black, Sam Conder, Sam Kennard, Alex Nuntapreda

@ The Rise
Wednesday – Open Mic Night

@ The Speakeasy
Thursday – Variety Open Mic
Saturday – Do Not Resuscitate, Blowfish, Dawghouse, Mackerelle

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