What's Happening in Provo and Orem | Feb. 19, 2025

What’s Up Provo! 

Happy Tug of War Day everyone! 💪 

Fun fact: Tug of War was once an Olympic sport, but “following a number of controversies” it was dropped as an Olympic sport in 1920.

A few highlights of today’s newsletter:

• 👻 American Ghost Stories: Triple Feature, Giselle, Frosty Fun Adventure Challenge

• 🎸 Winter Bluebird Cafe Concert Series 2025

• 🛒 Shop for Kids In Need

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The Bulletin 📌 

Survey Says… 📊 

Here are the recent Utah County Public Opinion Survey Results (based on responses given between Dec 2024 and Jan 2025 from 2,589 Utah County residents)
Rank your funding priorities for tourism tax dollars:

• County Parks – 34%

• Provo Airport – 30%

• Arts (music, theater, art museums) – 21%

• Fairgrounds – 9%

• Convention Center – 6%

When asked about specific Parks and Recreation Improvements people wanted to see:

• River Trails Improvements (Jordan River, Salem Canal, Murdock Canal) – 26%

• Bridal Veil Falls Improvements – 23%

• Dry Creek Reservoir Development – 18%

• Vivian Park Improvements – 15%

• Vineyard Beach Creation and Improvements – 14%

• Equestrian Center Improvements – 4%

See full results

Provo school district considering $70M in bonds to finish Timpview High School rebuild 🏫 

“The Provo City School Board of Education will hold its second of two public meetings regarding the matter Thursday... The board will hold an official hearing and currently anticipates voting on approval of the lease revenue bond at its meeting Feb. 25.” Article (See Thursday events for more info on the meeting)

BYU beats #23 Kansas 91-57 🏀 

Huge win for the cougars. Trevin Knell joined the 1000 points club, and Richie Saunders led the team with 22 points and was 4-of-8 from three-point range. Highlights

Today
43° | ☁️ | 20%

Giselle 🩰

Small-town girl Giselle falls for a charming guy named Albrecht — but she soon learns that Albrecht has a secret… We won’t tell the rest, we don’t want to ruin any surprises but it’s dramatic, heart wrenching, inspiring, and even a little ghostly. 👻💃 

It will be performed by BYU’s mainstage ballet performing company starting today, with performances happening tomorrow, Friday, and Saturday as well. Tickets are $18 and many of the performances are close to being sold out!

BYU’s Dance Performance Theatre | More info

American Ghost Stories: Triple Feature 👻 

“Don’t miss the chance to witness three unique stories, three vibrant styles and one unforgettable evening of opera”

This performance is three operas in one, and each opera shows a different perspective of the American West. There are some simulated gunshots and intense scenes, so BYU recommends attendees be at least 12 years old. A family-friendly performance for all ages will be held on Feb. 22nd. (The family-friendly performance is sold out but they do encourage people to “come and see if you can get in anyway”.)

BYU’s Mainstage Theatre, West Campus Central Building | More info

Also:
👉️ BYU Concerto Night at 7:30pm
👉️ BYU women’s basketball vs Arizona (away) at 6pm MST
👉️ Groove and Move Dance Class at the Springville Library

Thursday
39° | 🌨️ | 50%

Utah Symphony at BYU 🎻 

The Utah Symphony, and Music Director Emeritus Thierry Fischer, will be performing Mahler’s Fifth Symphony at BYU tomorrow night! According to the event details, themes from Mahler’s own life are reflected in the music, including his courtship of his wife and Austrian socialite, Alma Schindler. Tickets start at $12.
BYU Concert Hall | 7:30pm | More info

Capriccioso and Fantasy 🎻 

It’s a night of symphonies apparently. The Utah Valley Symphony, led by guest conductor Dr. Cheung Chau, will be performing “Symphonie Fantastique”, "Danzón No. 2", and "Introduction & Rondo Capriccioso". There will be two performances, one Thursday and one Friday.
Covey Center | Thursday & Friday at 7:30pm | More info

⚖️ Provo School District Meeting 
Timpview is still not done. Parts of the building are still inaccessible to students with disabilities and some parts are not up to code. The school district is considering “utilizing or pulling 70 million” dollars to finish it up. The public is invited to the meeting tonight to ask questions and to be a part of the discussion.
Dixon Site Auditorium (750 West 200 North) | 6pm | More info

Also:
👉️ Classic Rock Jam (free) at Angelus Theatre from 8pm to 10pm
👉️ The Provo Library’s Mobile Library Van will be at MyHometown South Freedom from 6pm to 8pm
👉️ Forensics Camp for tweens at the Provo Library at 4:15pm
👉️ Lancelot at the Angelus Theatre (show runs until March 1st)
👉️ Healthcare Admin Networking & Career Fair at UVU from 1pm to 2:30pm

Friday
39° | ⛅️ | 20%

Snow White 🍎 

Snow White starts this week! The Utah Metropolitan Ballet’s is one of Utah’s premiere programs, with performers from all over the world, (and of course, many local performers as well), and this year is their 40th anniversary!

We all know the story of Snow White, but to see it as a ballet will be something else! Local artist Cassandra Barney, (born and raised in Orem), designed all the costumes and sets for this production, and the Utah Ballet’s own Jacqueline Colledge choreographed the performance. There will be one performance on Friday, two on Saturday, and one final one on Monday. Tickets start at $27.

Covey Center | Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 2pm & 7pm, Monday at 7pm | More info

Frosty Fun Adventure Challenge ⛷️ 

We talked about this a few weeks ago, but in case you missed it, The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation has an “Outdoor Adventure Challenge” this year. It is open to all school-age children and their families, and each month there will be new outdoor challenges. Complete the challenges and earn badges along the way!

This Friday, try out cross-country skiing, for FREE, at Soldier Hollow. You have to register though so grab a spot quick!

Soldier Hollow | 2pm - 4pm | More info

🍽️ 34th Annual Hunger Banquet
It’s Care Week at BYU! If you go to the banquet, you will be randomly assigned a social class. There’s entertainment, speakers, but the food will be dependent on your assigned income-level. It’s a great tradition, always fun and educational, and the proceeds all go to the Provo Food and Care Coalition! (This event is for students and the general public as well.)
BYU Wilkinson Center | 7pm | More info

🎸 Winter Bluebird Café Concert Series 2025
The concert series featuring some great musicians out of Nashville is happening tomorrow and tomorrow night, but the tickets go quick so it’s sold out already. However, you can grab tickets for the March 21st show!
Sundance Bluebird Cafe | More info

Also:
👉️ Drop-n-Decorate at Baking Me Crazy from 4pm - 8pm
👉️ Night Owling at Sundance
👉️ Emerald Ball - Blacklight Masquerade for UVU students
👉️ BYU Men’s Volleyball vs Barry University (home) at 7pm
👉️ Jazz Legacy Band at BYU at 7:30pm (free)
👉️ An Evening of Stars at the Scera (it’s the 19th annual Benefits Gala, silent auction, dinner, awards show)
👉️ Cookie Monster Bingo Night at 7pm (a fundraiser with bingo, cookies, prizes)

Live Music 🎸

@ The Velour
TODAY - Open Mic
Thursday - Aurhe, Spirit Machines, Bat Brain, Lemonfern
Friday - Jenn Blosil, Sarah June, Back Patio, Sasha Haydn
Saturday - Ysabelle Cuevas will perform alongside Ashley Hess, Rachel James, Grace Wawro

@ The Boardwalk
Friday - Kiss Your Idols, Burnt Film, Monkey Thought
Saturday - Lello, The Rest, Skolars

Deals 🤑 

🖥️ BYU Surplus Sale
Usually a lot of iMacs, Dell computers, office chairs, and more. Feb 20th from 4pm to 6pm. More info

🍣 Sushi Happy Hour
$6 sushi rolls from 10:30pm - 11:30pm at Five Sushi Brothers on Saturday!

🥤 Free Small Slurpee
Free small Slurpees every Friday this month at 7-Eleven!

🍨 Free Gelato
Get $5 gift card to Vinci Gelato in Provo! Forward this email to some friends and tell them to use the referral link (see below)

Wellness Wednesday: Service Opportunities 💝 

Shop for Kids In Need 🛒 

“Educators identify students in need of clothes, shoes, coats, or other items, and submit a request for KIND Fund assistance. Then, a volunteer is given a $150 gift card to shop for the child.

Once the volunteer has shopped for the items, they deliver them directly to the school, where the educator can give them to the child.” More info

👨‍🦽 Assist in Designing Wheelchair Ramps and Small Repairs
“Fuller Center for Housing is looking for volunteers with design experience and would be willing to assist in designing wheelchair ramps and small remodels. It is so important that we help people stay in their homes and having more design help will enable us to helps more people.” More info

🧒 Kids' Night Out - Volunteers Needed
“Come spend time playing with kids while foster parents get an evening out. Volunteers will play games, do crafts, and have dinner with the kids. This event will take place at Aptive Environmental Gym in Provo. The space is amazing for caring for kids, with lots of room to run and play.” More info

Thanks!

Thanks for reading! Make it a great day today Provo! 😉 

-Nicole, Josh, & Carlie

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