Page numbers refer to the pages in Moab Happenings magazine. It can be downloaded or pick up a paper copy from many businesses in Moab, Salt Lake City or Grand Junction, Colorado.
May 3–30 New Exhibit Openings at Edge of the Cedars Museum- Kigalia Arts Council Annual Art Show Show & San Juan School District Student Annual Art Show. 660 W 400 N Blanding UT. Info: 435-678-2238
May 7–23 Utah Raft Guide Training Course- Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours offers this 17 day course which provides state-certified training for individuals seeking employment with Mild to Wild as raft guides for the 2025 season. Information or to apply: mild2wildrafting.com/specials/guide-instruction or call (970)247-4789
May 23 Utahraptor State Park Grand Opening- Utah raptor replica skeleton in visitor center when open, primitive campgrounds available now, sites with full hook-ups available soon. No day-use fee for passing through.
May 23 Live Free Music at Spanish Valley Vineyards- Toni Sicola & The Enablers, a local band bringing funky originals and feel-good energy. Wine, snacks, and good vibes await. 5-7pm. 4710 Zimmerman Ln, Moab
May 23 Maggie Dewane: Nature-inspired Poetry Workshop- Join author and poet Maggie Dewane for a nature-inspired poetry workshop where she discusses the benefits of nature journaling and guides participants through using haiku poetry as a tool of nature-based creative expression. Free! Presented by Back of Beyond Books and Grand County Public Library. Moab Library 257 E Center St. at 7pm
May 23 Live Music: Blu Pig- Jamie & The Dreamers
May 24 Bedtime Lavender Essential Oil Spray Making & Yoga for Kids- Join Moonflower Co-op and Courtney Dare Reese Hill for a fun, interactive class for children and caregivers. We will learn the benefits of using lavender with children, how to introduce lavender and essential oil sprays to kids, and how to create a fun bedtime routine. Courtney will then teach a brief relaxing yoga class for the kids. Free and open to all. Sign up at bit.ly/mooniekidslavender. 9:30am at Moab Arts (MARC)
May 24 Grassroots Shakespeare- The Comedy of Errors, 4pm at Moab Arts Festival. See article pg 1B
May 24 Magic Show with Rick Boretti- The Four Corners most acclaimed magician. The longest running outdoor magic show in the Southwest! Prepare to laugh and be mystified! 7pm Moab Backyard Theater. Outside Food and Drink welcome. 56 W. 100 South
May 24 Live Music: Blu Pig- The Nanites
May 24–25 Moab Arts Festival- Free Admission, Saturday 10am–7pm and Sunday 10am–6pm at Swanny Park. www.moabartsfestival.org. See live music schedule on page 7A. See ad on 2A and article on pg 1B.
May 24 Contra Dance at the MARC at 8pm, with a lesson for beginner dancers at 7:30. No partner or experience needed-- everyone's welcome. Live music by the Moab Community Dance Band, dance called by guest caller Sam Smith from Boulder, CO. $10 suggested donation. 111 E 100 N, Moab
May 25 Grassroots Shakespeare- Romeo and Juliet, 4pm at Moab Arts Festival. See pg 1B
May 25 Live Music: Blu Pig- Omar Coleman Band
May 26 Memorial Day
May 26 Live Music: Blu Pig- Reckless Rooster
May 27 Live Music: Blu Pig- Lost Buffalo
May 28 Bluegrass night with Quicksand Soup- High powered music from one of the Four Corners most legendary bluegrass bands. Free admission. 7pm Moab Backyard Theater. Outside Food and Drink welcome. 56 W. 100 South
May 28 Live Music: Blu Pig- Community Music Night
May 29 Live Music: Blu Pig- Dylan Roe
May 30 Free Movie Moab Summer Film Series: Screening of Wild Robot- Movies screened are family friendly, with a wide variety of new titles and classics from every genre. Movies in the Park start at dark (around 8 p.m.). Visit www.MoabCity.org for updates and film selections.
May 30 Live Free Music at Spanish Valley Vineyards- The Nanites, a rising Moab band with genre-blending grooves. Kick back with a glass of wine and enjoy the evening among the vines. 5-7pm. 4710 Zimmerman Ln, Moab
May 30 Skate Moab- Free Night, all ages, 6–8pm. Old Spanish Trail Arena Pavilion
May 30 Annual Spring Swing Golf Tournament- presented by the Moab Area Chamber of Commerce. For information or to register, call (435) 259-7814 or email info@moabchamber.com
May 30 Writing the Desert: A Special Evening with Authors Craig Childs, Mark Sundeen and Amy Irvine- Free! Presented by Grand County Public Library, Back of Beyond Books and Utah Humanities Center for the Book. 7pm at Star Hall, 159 E Center St.
May 30 Live Music: Blu Pig- Lightnin Malcom
May 30–May 31 Canyonlands PRCA Rodeo- The Canyonlands Rodeo is part of the All American ProRodeo Series and a member of the PRCA - Pro Rodeo Cowboy Association. Friday & Saturday: Doors open 6pm, Pre-Show 6:30pm, Rodeo begins at 7pm. See ad on page 16B
May 31 Service Saturday at Arches- Show your love for Arches National Park by helping clean up litter or pull weeds at a popular parking lot or trailhead! All equipment will be provided and all ages and abilities welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Location and other details will be determined one week from the date of event. Each participant will receive a special thank-you item for volunteering time to care for the national park. 8:30–10am. For more information or to sign up, please email SEUG_Volunteers@nps.gov or call 435-719-2214.
May 31 Magic Show with Rick Boretti- The Four Corners most acclaimed magician. The longest running outdoor magic show in the Southwest! Prepare to laugh and be mystified! 7pm Moab Backyard Theater. Outside Food and Drink welcome. 56 W. 100 South
May 31–Jun 1 Moab Golf Course Tournament- Wing Dinger Mixed Eclectic (mixed) To sign up for a tournament call the pro shop at (435) 259–6488. www.moabgolfcourse.com
May 31 Live Music: Blu Pig- Jon O
Jun 1 Canyonlands PRCA Rodeo- The Canyonlands Rodeo is part of the All American ProRodeo Series and a member of the PRCA - Pro Rodeo Cowboy Association. Sunday Matinee: Doors open at 2pm, Pre Show 2:30pm, Rodeo begins at 3:00 PM See ad on page 16B
Jun 1 Free Community Meal + Free Market- Everyone Welcome. Bring reuseables: bowls, utensils, cups. Free Market: Bring what you can share, take what you need. Info: @moab_mutual_aid 5–7pm at Rotary Park
Jun 6 Arts & Ag Markets- FREE, family friendly, outdoor market at Swanny City Park (no dogs allowed), featuring local and regional artists, food, produce, activities and live music! 5-8 p.m.
Jun 6 Free Movie Moab Summer Film Series: Ratatouille- 7pm at Swanny Park. Visit www.MoabCity.org for updates.
Jun 6 Cortez First Friday- Celebration of COMMUNITY and the ARTS, SHOPPING and DINING in Cortez, sponsored by Cortez Retail Enhancement Association (CREA). More info at shopcortez.com/first-friday-cortez/
Jun 6–7 The Crystal Festival- Rock, Gem & Mineral show held at Old Spanish Trail Arena.
Jun 7 National Trails Day Event- Volunteer at Arches National Park to celebrate National Trails Day! Help restore impacted ecosystems by removing invasive Bassia and Russian thistle. By volunteering, you'll earn free swag and free entrance to the park on June 7. We are accepting a maximum of 20 volunteers so RSVP early to attend! *Minors need to be accompanied by an adult. RSVP for exact location at Arches NP. 7:30am–10:00am. To RSVP: email SEUG_Volunteers@nps.gov
Jun 7–8 Moab Golf Course Tournament- Arch & Horse head 2 Man. (Monticello Saturday, Moab Sunday) To sign up for a tournament call the pro shop at (435) 259–6488. www.moabgolfcourse.com
Jun 15 Fathers Day
Jun 19 Third Thursdays in Montezuma Park- Food, Drink, Vendors, Fun. Live Music and Giveaways. 5–8pm, Cortez Downtown Market, on the corner of Market & Montezuma. Cortez Retail Enhancement Association. Colorado.
Jun 20 Free Movie Moab Summer Film Series: Kung Fu Panda 4- 7pm at Swanny City Park. Visit www.MoabCity.org for updates and film selections.
Jun 22–23 Moab Golf Course Tournament- Arch & Horse head 2-man/2-lady, (Moab Saturday, Monticello Sunday. Senior men 50+, all women). To sign up for a tournament call the pro shop at (435) 259–6488. www.moabgolfcourse.com
Jun 27 Moab Free Concert Series- Swanny City Park
www.moabfreeconcerts.com
Jun 28 Service Saturday at Arches- Show your love for Arches National Park by helping clean up litter or pull weeds at a popular parking lot or trailhead! All equipment will be provided and all ages and abilities welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Location and other details will be determined one week from the date of event. Each participant will receive a special thank-you item for volunteering time to care for the national park. 8–9:30am. For more information or to sign up, please email SEUG_Volunteers@nps.gov or call 435-719-2214.
Jun 28 Underdog Rescue Dog Paddle Event- 12-3pm at Ken's Lake.
Jun 29 5th Sunday Sing-Along- Grand County Faith Based Coalition (GCFBC). 6pm at Community Church, 544 N. MiVida Dr.
Sunday Art Sessions at Red Cliff Lodge
Class includes materials, instruction, and your keepsake masterpiece. Follow us on Social for the weekly scheduled activity. Year Around on Sunday. Session Time: 10-11:30am. $40. www.redcliffslodge.com/activities
KZMU Radio Programs
Hardback Radio on KZMU The library teams up with Back of Beyond Books to bring you the latest exciting literary news, and discuss the best of what we're reading. First Monday of every month at 5pm on KZMU radio. 9.1 or 106.7 FM
The History Hour Hosted by local guide Blaine Reniger, through storytelling and conversation with expert guests, the show covers the significant people, places and events that have shaped Moab and the surrounding area. Last Monday of every month at 4PM on KZMU radio: 90.1, 106.7, or 90.7.
This Week in Moab The longest running public affairs show on KZMU features live, civic-related discussions about the goings-on in the Moab community. Join hosts for conversations on what’s happening locally and in our region! (Almost) every Monday at 5PM on KZMU radio: 90.1, 106.7, or 90.7.
Chef's Adventures with Buck and Bernie Join chef Tim Buckingham and chef Bernard Guillas on their culinary adventures featuring travel, culture, friendship and recipes in each episode. First Monday of every month at 4PM on KZMU radio: 90.1, 106.7, or 90.7.
Art Talks
Explore the world of art and culture in Moab, throughout Utah and the Southwest with Art Talks! Host Richard Codd interviews artists and features artistic events. Third Monday of every month at 4PM on KZMU radio: 90.1, 106.7, or 90.7.
The Moab Peace Choir Tuesdays at 6pm
@Hearthspacemoab @Helipadmoab 239 W Center. Connect through the power of your voice, no singing background required. Reach out to Leeya Katrina Shaw on Instagram: @leeyakatrinamusic
Delicate Stitchers Quilt Guild Meeting- Delicate Stitchers Quilt Guild meets monthly the second Tuesday of each month at the Grand Center, 182 North 500 W. An informal time to visit begins at 6 p.m. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Meetings include a lesson and show and tell, when members have a chance to show off their latest projects. For more information, call Mary Wakeley, Guild president, at 815-712-6169.
Grand County Public Library's 2nd Wednesday Book Club meets at 6 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. All are welcome! Call the library at 435-259-1111 to learn more or to reserve a copy of the monthly book selection. Info at www.grandcountyutah.net/638/Book-Clubs.
Moab Swing Dance Community Wednesday evenings 7pm at the MARC, 111 E 100 N, This is a progressive series—no experience or partner required. facebook: @moabswingdance
Moab Taiko Dan (Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm) a local drumming group specializing in the art of Japanese drumming, is recruiting beginners. Center Street Gym.
Text 435-201-0209 for info.
Figure Model Session with Live Model (Thursday Nov 14 6–9pm. No sessions on Nov 28 and Dec.) at the MARC: all skill levels and mediums welcome (must provide own materials), $10 suggested donation at the door, contact facilitator Greg MacDonald at greg@studiowhat.net for more information
Free Community Lunch Thursdays from 11:30am to 1:00pm at the St. Francis Episcopal Church (250 Kane Creek Boulevard, Moab). Free lunches for all who come by. Homemade soups (always several choices) or sandwiches, bread (chips with sandwiches), dessert, coffee and water. Call St. Francis Episcopal Church at 435 259-5831 for information.
Grand County Public Library's Castle Valley Book Club meets at 10am on the last Friday of each month at the Castle Valley Town Pavilion. (11/29, 12/27) All are welcome! Call the library at 435-259-1111 to learn more or to reserve a copy of the monthly book selection. Info at www.grandcountyutah.net/638/Book-Clubs.
Free Community Food Pantry Fridays from 4-5:30pm at the St. Francis Episcopal Church (250 Kane Creek Boulevard, Moab) No ID, no name, no address, no personal information needed. We always have canned goods, bagged goods, meat. We often have bread, fresh produce, milk, cheese, fruit juice, eggs. Also personal toiletries, cleaning supplies, diapers, dog food. Feel free to pick up for someone who can't get out, or someone who is working. Call St. Francis Episcopal Church at 435 259-5831 for information.
Grand Junction: Fun at the Fairgrounds- Fridays from 5:30–8pm at Orchard Mesa Lion's Club Park, 2770 US50,Grand Junction) Food trucks, vendors, bounce house, family fun, movie nights. Info: kayla@juncsure.com
Moab Valley Multicultural Center Food Pantry
Clients may access the Food Pantry once every two weeks. Schedule: Mon Wed Thu: 9am-12pm, 1-5pm
Tue: 9am-12pm, 2:30-5pm, Fri: 9am-12pm
LUNCH at the Grand Center,
182 N. 500 W. Noon on Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri under 60: $6.00 over 60: $2.50 suggested donation
Moab Arts Center Classes Visit our website at
www.MoabArts.org for the most recent class schedule.
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