Datebook
Park City Weekend Agenda: April 19-21
Experience the wonder of the Apollo 11 mission, hunt for eggs, and journey back to the ’70s with live classic rock from Orleans.
All Weekend Long
"Apollo 11" screens this weekend at Park City Library's Jim Santy. Thanks to a grant, Park City Film is able to offer a student (age 18 and under) ticket price of $5.
Image: Courtesy of Neon
“Apollo 11” Screening, Park City Film
Friday and Saturday, April 19-20, 8 p.m.; Sunday, April 21, 6 p.m. @ Park City Library
Thanks to more than 11,000 hours of uncatalogued audio recordings and a newly discovered trove of 65mm footage, this in-depth examination of the Apollo 11 mission is truly jaw-dropping. parkcityfilm.org
Orleans
Friday–Saturday, April 19-20, 8 p.m. @ The Egyptian Theatre
Orleans proves they are “Still the One” with oldie-but-goodie hits from the '70s, including “We’re Still Having Fun,” “Dance with Me,” “Love Takes Time,” and “Dancin’ in the Moonlight.” parkcityshows.com
Park City Museum
Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 @ Park City Museum
Explore Park City’s rich mining history through hands-on and educational exhibits that take you into a mine shaft and old-time jail. Children can complete a “Park City History Detectives” activity, providing the whole family with a way to dig deeper into Park City’s past through interactive exhibits. parkcityhistory.org
Nature’s Ninjas
Wed-Sun @ Swaner EcoCenter, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Discover some of nature’s best defense mechanisms up close and personal with geckoes, porcupines, and their brethren in this traveling exhibit. Swaner’s EcoCenter offers a number of permanent environmentally-inspired exhibits—and don’t miss the climbing wall on Saturdays and Sundays, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. swanerecocenter.org
Orleans grooves all weekend long at the Egyptian Theatre.
Image: Courtesy Egyptian Theatre
Friday, April 19
Karaoke Night
7 p.m. @ DeJoria Center
Prove you can really belt it out, or have fun trying. Bronco Entertainment facilitates this rollicking good time, accompanied by scrumptious food and drink—and no cover charge to boot. 21+ dejoriacenter.com
Saturday, April 20
Group Critique Session with Zhi Lin—Painting and Drawing
10 a.m.-12 p.m. @ Kimball Art Center
Artists of all levels are invited to participate in a 15-minute critique led by exhibiting artist Zhi Lin. Lin's exhibit explores the lost history of the Chinese workers who built our nation’s transcontinental railroads, "Chinaman’s Chance on Promontory Summit" (on display at the Kimball, April 19 through June 2). Critique Session participants should bring two or three pieces (not larger than 36- x 48-inches) to the event and be prepared to present them. Of note: there is a $20 fee for those registering for a critique; free for other attendees. kimballartcenter.org
Easter Egg Hunt
11-12 p.m. @ Matt Knoop Park
Children (up to age 10) are invited to join in the search for eggs (including the elusive Golden Egg) at this favorite community event. Free. Dress warmly for spring in the mountains. basinrecreation.org
Sunday, April 21
Brunch lovers have plenty of local options this Easter Sunday.
Image: Courtesy Hearth and Hill
Local Easter Brunch
Each year, local chefs put together mouth watering buffets showcasing fresh and succulent ingredients to host traditional Easter brunch—each with a signature twist. Check out the offerings below for a sample of the many area restaurants hosting special dining options this Easter.
Hearth and Hill
10 a.m.-2 p.m. hearth-hill.com
Glitretind & Troll Hallen Lounge at Stein Eriksen Lodge
11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. steinlodge.com
Powder at Waldorf Astoria
11 a.m.- 4 p.m. waldorfastoriaparkcity.com
High West Refectory (Wanship)
10:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. highwest.com
Flanagan’s
11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. flanagansonmain.com
Versante
10 a.m.-2 p.m. parkcitypeaks.com
For more events and up-to-date happenings around town, check out our event calendar.
