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Page 2 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 First, the Constitution of the seem to agree on as one of the single most For ultimately, Christianity United States had only one reference to devastating forces to our liberties in the champions the salvation of the individual. It religion when it was ratified in 1789 under U.S. is the corporate influence, or outright was all too easy for a group of monopolizing Article Six: “No religious test shall ever be control, of our political and legislative business tycoons to enlist the help of required as a qualification to any office or machinery. Profit is the justification for any the preachers in the land to change the public trust under the United States.” and all behavior, and any notion that this collective narrative and principle of faith Next, the defacto motto of the country ought to model the principles of from that of charity to one of self-service pesky facts United States, adopted as part of the Great Christ in giving to the poor is seen by the and, ultimately, greed. Seal of the U.S. by an Act of Congress in left as obvious and the right as a recipe for The religious right and the liberal 1782, was “E. Pluribus Unum” (Out of freeloading. left may agree that corporate cronyism the religious many, one). Congress changed it 174 years But to the point here, the push for later to “In God We Trust.” the creed of “In God We Trust” came about is the root of some serious disease in our right ought And lastly, the U.S. did not issue during Dwight Eisenhower’s presidency country socially. However, they will disagree paper currency until 1861, and “In God We as a direct response to Franklin Delano on how this is coming about. And that is to know Trust” did not appear on it for 96 years. Roosevelt’s New Deal, which was seen the crux of the most critical and profound These facts stand in direct as legislation that ushered in a social discourse that must be had in this country by Dallas Hyland opposition to the notion that this country welfare state but in fact was also a major if we are to go forward with any measure of When was founded on religious grounds. threat to the bottom line of some very large real success. conversing with It is asserted by some that it was corporations at the time. See you out there. individuals or the Red Scare of the 1950s that moved our As early as the 1930s, groups who leaders to change these things out of a fear businessmen began enlisting the help of lay claim to an of communism. McCarthyism and J. Edgar religious activists to preach and teach from association or Hoover’s maniacal reign of the FBI come to the most unchecked source of information membership to the mind. in the history of man—the pulpit—that the conservative and Today, the mania continues with New Deal was akin to Satanism. A country religious right in the word “communism” now substituted endowed to help its citizens was not seen as this country, there with “socialism.” Might be fun to do a “man Christian at all but rather as communist. is one thing you can on the street” interview here in St. George As Kevin M. Kruse put it in “One be certain of: Almost and see how many people can articulate the Nation Under God: How Corporate America every one of them difference between the two, let alone define Invented Christian America,” “For they saw believes, or at least says they believe, that either one correctly. Christianity and capitalism as inextricably this nation was founded under religious But the truth of the matter is a intertwined and argued that spreading the (read: Christian) principles. little more sinister. It is worth noting here gospel of one required spreading the gospel Put this belief to some test, that something both right and left factions of the other.” however, and you can count on their reaction to be uncomprehending. For them, THRIFT STORE it is as self-evident a truth as the founding UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT! principle of all men being created equal. To say otherwise is anathema of almost now open 10-4 mon-sat punishable proportion. Donations needed! So let’s give it a try here in this (Proceeds go to help animals in need.) column with some pesky facts for those 490 West st. george blvd. in the religious right to consider, seen compiled on a meme of all places, and let’s 435-414-6061 see to what extent the cognitive dissonance unfolds.

growing NSA surveillance, her support for the TPP, etc. The point is that she is not bernie or progressive, and as such no progressive should vote for her. bust! Some may ask, “Why remove ourselves from the political process because Hillary isn’t perfect?” Although why you “not perfect” is a light way of describing Clinton as a candidate, those who don’t should vote vote aren’t removing themselves from the political process. If Sanders fails to win for bernie the Democratic primary, we should not roll over and vote for candidates like Clinton who would sell out American workers for sanders or a Wall Street endorsement. Instead, we Original cartoon by Clay Jones should take the time to regroup and build not at all our strength. In one year, Sanders has gone by Alex Ellis from a little-known politician to a contender against the “billionaire class” who control as Sanders has always fought for racial capable of throwing a wrench in the political I recently American politics. True to this, he has justice and even marched with Dr. Martin machine. If we wish for a change, it is this got into an refused donations from major corporations, Luther King Jr. kind of grassroots organizational work that argument about the and his top donors are unions. Clinton, on the other hand, has must be done. upcoming elections. What about Clinton, to whom helped elevate the police state to its current Sanders supporters know the Unlike most many of Sanders’ supporters have pledged unaccountable and violent form. Since the dangers of big money in politics, opportunist current debates, their votes should she win the primary? 1990s she has lobbied for bills expanding career politicians, and the attempts of the which usually wind Her list of donors is full of the financial the death penalty, harsher minimum one percent to subjugate the rest of the up being Trump institutions and major corporations Sanders sentencing, and more funding for the COPS country. What many voters don’t realize is versus Hillary, is trying to fight, including Goldman Sachs, program. While she may pay lip service that Clinton has upheld and will continue the discussion JP Morgan, and 21st Century Fox. That the to policies like Bernie’s, she has yet to to uphold the forces Sanders and his was about Bernie parent company of ultra-conservative Fox introduce legislative action. supporters are fighting to bring down. If we Sanders. Ever since News supports Clinton should be telling. Sanders has always been ahead want to get corporate money and scheming Bernie announced his run for president, “Okay”, some say. “So Hillary of his time; his ideas have only recently politicians out of American politics, we supporters have been flocking to his side doesn’t have the same opinions as Bernie on become popular, but they have not changed cannot vote for candidates who have spent from both major parties. Despite this everything. Even if her fiscal policies reflect during his time in Congress. Like many their careers changing their stances and bipartisan support, most of those who “feel those of corporate Republican candidates, other career politicians, Clinton’s views who are complicit to the oligarchy that the Bern” are Democrats, which makes shouldn’t we vote for her for being have flipped many times, often following hijacked our democracy. We must grow it no surprise that many of them have progressive like Bernie?” A better question: public opinion polls. Although now an LGBT our strength, accept our defeats, and fight intentions to vote for Hillary Clinton. While are Clinton’s social policies similar to supporter, as recently as 2007 Hillary said for what is right. Taking on the corporate I understand why people want to keep Sanders’? she was opposed to same-sex marriage. special interests and Wall Street elite Republicans out of the White House, those To answer this, we should look Once public support for same-sex marriage politicians, like the ones Hillary Clinton and who agree with Sanders know that a vote at their records. As racial tensions rise, reached over 50 percent in 2013, Clinton Ronald Reagan have helped come to power, for Clinton hurts the causes Sanders fights Sanders has teamed up with Black Lives announced her new support. will be no easy task—but we can win. We for. Matters to develop a platform to deal with These aren’t the only problems have the numbers and the time, and above Sanders has called on the racial justice and police brutality. Longtime with Clinton. One could talk about her all, we have the urgency of the problem. American working class to stand with him Sanders supporters should be unsurprised, attacks on net neutrality, her hand in All we need now is the resolve. The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 • Page 3 interest, turned it over to Cedar City Police Department for further investigation. When officers initially arrived on get out and vote scene, they reported to have found Skeem still holding Burton to the ground. The next month officers reported that both men appeared to by George Scott have been drinking and Burton’s face was two bleeding. The report states that Burton, who Thus far, the southern Utah online presence where his or her candidacy was allegedly acting “fairly belligerent” at the elections of 2015 have demonstrated that is presented. A little investment of time is time, was placed into handcuffs. a limited few hold political power over the required to seek the information, but it is deputies Parowan police Sgt. Paul Smith masses. However, the political power was all available to those that wish to have a transported Burton to Valley View Medical voluntarily relinquished, resulting in the voice in the political process. resign from Center for further care. strengthened voice and will of the small A robust voter turnout is crucial The CCPD officer, who later went percentage of people having control over the to maintaining a vibrant and healthy the iron to the hospital to interview Burton, wrote in elections. All they had to do to secure the democracy. Your vote truly does count. his report when he got there that the deputy’s power was show up to vote. The Independent encourages you to get county face was swollen and his right eye was Conversations ripe out and make your voice heard through the starting to blacken. with complaint about not ballot box. Cast your vote! Neither officers were arrested that being represented or The following list is a sampling of sheriff’s night on scene, but investigation findings disagreement with policy the cities in the southern were sent to the Iron County Attorney’s takes place everyday. Utah elections and the office after Office for screening, who referred the case to Yet voter turnout for the candidates running. Washington County. primaries in southern Utah CCPD Public Information Officer elections were dismal. St. a night of George had a 9.2 percent voter St. George City Jimmy Roden confirmed that the department turnout. Hurricane’s turnout was Council had conducted an investigation into “an 9.3 percent, and Washington saw a 13.3 Bette Arial drinking alleged disorderly conduct case involving percent turnout to vote in the primaries. Ed Baca two Iron County employees” but declined by Tracie Sullivan Virgin reported a 54 percent turnout. While Craig Hammer to answer why the officers had not been far higher in comparison to other southern Jimmie Hughes Two Iron County Sheriff deputies arrested on scene. Roden referred any further resigned in mid-September and may now face Utah election voter turnouts, this is still Greg McArthur questions to the Iron County Attorney’s Office. criminal charges after a night of drinking last just over half of the town’s population Bryan Thiriot Later, a call by The Independent month that landed one of the officers in the determining the outcome of who remains in to several of the Cedar City Councilmen to hospital with several injuries. the race to represent the residents. Cedar Washington City Council inquire further as to why the police had not The Washington County Attorney’s City did not hold a primary, and all six of Bradford Allen made an arrest finally led to an answer from Office confirmed Wednesday they are the candidates will vie for the three open Jean Arbuckle Police Chief Bob Allison via a text to Mayor reviewing possible charges in an incident council seats. Troy Belliston Maile Wilson, who then forwarded it to involving former deputies Ronnie Skeem and The network news channels Kolene Granger Councilman Fred Rowley. Adam Burton, who a police report stated were are filled with speculation and constant Bill Hudson The text from Allison provided by drunk and fighting the night of Aug. 22. discussion of the presidential campaign. Jeff Turek According to the police report, the Rowley to The Independent stated that the Social media is brimming with heated debate department had not arrested the officers of who will make the best next president: a former deputies had allegedly been drinking Hurricane City Council since the incident did not happen in front of campaign filled with a barrage of candidates together that evening at Burton’s home in Ginger Hall the police. who will not make it to convention, a race Parowan when a verbal argument allegedly Tony Hoyt turned to a physical fight between the two “It was handled like any that will not even be voted on for more than Pam Humphries officers. misdemeanor offense not in our presence a year, and a position that arguably holds Jason Smith “Skeem and Adam work together as far as having it screened for appropriate more title than it does direct implications Cheryl Reeve and are friends off duty,” the report states. charges,” Allison texted. “We did a complete, on the daily lives of citizens. Kevin Thomas “It appears that this was a misunderstanding impartial investigation and referred for In a presidential race, the electoral that was fueled by alcohol.” proper screening.” college can offer the impression that a single After the initial argument, the The police report stated that no vote does not carry much weight. However, Virgin City Council report states that Skeem left the house to arrest had been made since both Burton and in local elections, each vote can have a Danyale Blackmore walk home, with Burton following behind Skeem had refused to press charges against significant influence in election results. Lyman Everett him. Skeem, however, reported he was ahead the other and the neighbors had also declined This was demonstrated in several of the Daniel Snyder of Burton until he heard him arguing with a to pursue any charges for disorderly conduct races in the southern Utah elections. For Matthew Spendlove neighbor and Burton called for him to come and public intoxication. instance, in Enoch, only 15 votes separated back. The report stated the police officer the final position between the candidates Rockville City Council The report states that Skeem heard considered the incident “mutual combat.” moving forward. In Hurricane, it was only Van Bell Burton say, “Skeem, 10-78,” a code used by Sheriff Mark Gower, who contacted five votes. Virgin saw a one-vote difference. Mark Hartless police to ask for backup. Skeem told the police The Independent about the incident following Low voter turnout for the southern Megan Honer-Orton after hearing Burton call for help he came the completion of the criminal investigation Utah elections suggests a disengagement in by CCPD, said all information has been sent the political concern within the community. back and found him “face to face with the Springdale City Council to Police Officer Standards Training. While many will offer their complaints neighbor.” Mike Altucker “Fearing that another assault Gower told the Independent that he about the decisions of policymakers, there Mark Chambers would occur, Skeem tackled Adam from the was saddened by the entire incident and the appears to be an apathy towards the Lisa Zumpft rear and held him until the police showed up,” loss of two good officers. political process. Given the opportunity to the investigating officer wrote in his report. “They have both been great officers,” choose those who will represent them, many Cedar City Parowan police department and the he said. “I just lost nearly 30 years of law did not take the time to voice their opinions John Black sheriff’s office responded to the calls. However, enforcement experience in my office. It’s just where it really counts: in the ballot box. Paul Cozzens both agencies, after declaring a conflict of a sad day.” The general elections take place on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Based on voter turnout Craig Isom for the primaries in the southern Utah Kip Hansen elections, it could be a small minority Terri Hartley 1554 Hummingbird Dr. allowed to make the decision for the majority. St. George, UT 84770 Less than 10 percent may get to make the Enoch City Mayoral call on representation for the remaining 90 Geoffrey Chestnut (435) 632-3249 percent. Your vote may hold far more sway Worth Grimshaw [email protected] in the decision of those making policies that www.vsutah.org affect your daily life. Enoch City Council For those interested in voting, Wayne Grimshaw there is a lot of information that can be David Harris gathered ahead of time in order to enter the Debra Ley ballot booth as an informed voter. The State David Owens Go Veg! of Utah offers information about deadlines, Shawn Stoor process, voting locations, and candidates. In Brent Taylor addition, once you find your sample ballot, dvd presentation: exercise - it’s what’s for dinner there is candidate information available. County websites are great for locating Kanab City Council by Stephan Esser, MD additional information. Washington County, Michael East Iron County, and Kane County each offer Allen Gilberg Tuesday, October 27; 6:00 pm specific information regarding their places Patty Hegwood St. George Community Building 245 N. 200 W. • St. George in the southern Utah election cycle. Each John Jacob Donations are appreciated city also offers voter information on its Joe Wright website. Finally, most candidates have an Jeff Yates Page 4 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 NovemberNovember 2–8, 2015 2–8, 2015

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I moved back here in ‘90 to the St. RichardHadleyzion Lindenberg Rampton national park I got involved in a snow ski shop. It was Rachel Pettit George store, became manager, and ran it called Mountain Sports Limited. I learned Richard Lindenberg Julia Seelos 1-800-635-3959foundation until December of 2008. I came over to Ace Hadley Rampton how to mount bindings on skis. I also JohnGregory Lintott Stocks Hardware looking to scrub toilets, sweep Julia Seelosfoundation worked on bicycles.” Johnfloors, and Lintott Jason [Hurst] said ‘No, open me Susiehyer After high school, Beck joined the James McGrew a store.’ I started January of 2009, coming JimGregory Wodark Stocks www.zionpark.org United States Air Force, and he took one Jamesin here and McGrew gutting this building, trying to Susiehyerwww.zionpark.org more step towards a lifelong obsession with order merchandise, I got enough stuff in to RachelSuze WoolfPettit the outdoors. After enlisting, he eventu- Rachelthe store to open Pettit on April 15 of 2009.” Jim Wodark 1-800-635-3959 ally became a survival instructor, and his So what does the future hold for HadleySuze WoolfRampton instruction for that job was a key stepping Beck? 1-800-635-3959 stone for him. Hadley“I don’t Rampton know [laughs]. I just Julia Seelos “Part of my training … was pretty bought a boat. I want to spend some more extensive, and one of the phases was rock Juliatime on someSeelos rivers. I would enjoy doing climbing. ... We went out and climbed in that, but I still anticipate getting out and Gregory Stocks combat boots … we’d go up on the rocks and Gregorydoing plenty of good Stocks hiking, scrambling, they’d explain to us how to climb.” peak bagging.” Susiehyer When Bo moved to St, George Friend and fellow adventurer years later, he caught the climbing bug. SusiehyerCameron McMillian, who accompanied Jim Wodark “I thought this rappelling is pretty Beck on his last descent through Heaps cool and I bought a rope and a harness. JimCanyon, Wodark had this to say about him: “It’s Suze Woolf That stimulated my interest for about two hard to describe Bo. Saying he is great or weeks, but what really stimulated me was Suzeawesome Woolf doesn’t even cover it. He is one going back up. That’s when I began rock of a kind. His kindness and acceptance of climbing.” me transformed my life to more ways than “I went out by myself and had I can describe. I am blessed to call him no clue what I was doing,” Beck said. friend.” The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 • Page 5 for good-natured laughter, and ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ is a perfect elixir for those dixie state university who need some comedy in their life,” said managing director Dan Olsen. Tickets for the show are $17 to announces $21 dollars each and can be purchased by visiting sgmusicaltheater.com or by celebrity concert series st. george calling (866) 967-8167. A special season ticket package is offered for a limited time. 2015-16 season musical “Arsenic and Old Lace” runs at the Historic Dixie State University and the They portray the vision of the choreographer St. George Opera House at 212 N. Main St. Celebrity Concert Series are pleased and enhance the expressive image of each theater in St. George from Oct. 1-31, on Thursdays, to announce the start of the 2015-16 performer. Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays at 7 p.m. season. The Celebrity Concert Series was Wherever they go, they captivate presents with a 2 p.m. matinee performance on Oct. established in 1958 for the main purpose audiences with their remarkable talent 17 and a special Halloween matinee on of bringing world-class entertainment and dedication for perfection. The National “arsenic and closing night. For more information, call to St. George and the surrounding area. Dance Company of Siberia is an event that (435) 628-8755. Fifty-seven years later, it continues in that will thrill the theater audience, young and old lace” tradition. old alike. After the rousing success of “West Side Story,” St. George Musical Theater continues its season with the classic comedy, “Arsenic and Old Lace.” The play is a farcical black comedy about the seemingly innocent Brewster twins, spinsters who take to killing lonely old men with their homemade elderberry wine. The hilarity continues with their nephew Mortimer, a drama critic who is going crazy over his upcoming nuptials and who must also deal with nutty brothers—one who thinks he is Teddy Roosevelt and the other a recipient of some strange plastic surgery. “There is a reason this comedy is a perennial favorite,” said executive “We are thrilled with the director Bruce Bennett, “its band of kooky programming that is in place this year,” characters never goes out of style.” The said Steve Lemmon, the cultural arts play is directed by director and actor Varlo programming director for DSU. Davenport who will have his talented wife The 2015-16 season will feature Andrea by his side creating some wonderful rhythmic tap performed to beat-boxing, costumes. ethnic dance, classical quartets, a full “With all that’s going on in the symphony, a child prodigy singing big band world right now, we need to take some time favorites, vocal groups singing pop anthems, ballroom dance, and a brass ensemble. Of course, in all programming decisions, quality and professionalism remain the Bay Pointe Ballet will be the next dsu theatre department core values, but DSU is excited to continue group to grace the Cox Fine Arts Center to grow and evolve and bring the cultural stage. Their performance of “Dracula” will presents arts experience to an increasingly diverse be on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, group of attendees. Oct. 20 and 21. Based on the novel by Bram “the greatest show on earth” Starting the series is the National Stoker and brought to life by Bruce Steivel’s Starting in November, Dixie The cast is comprised of students Dance Company of Siberia on Saturday, innovative choreography, this haunting tale State University will bring the Washington and community members who are currently Oct. 3, at 7:30 p.m. The company was of Dracula’s eternal search for the woman he County community “Barnum,” the working with professional aerial trainers founded in 1960 and immediately began loves will have you on the edge of your seat. outstanding musical about the founders of across the country on lyra, silk, and trapeze having success. They have performed in Audience members are encouraged to wear “The Greatest Show on Earth,” referring skills for the production. The spectacle Russia as well as 60 additional countries costumes at all “Dracula” performances. to the classic alone is not to be such as Mongolia, Korea, China, Viet Nam, Please visit celebrityconcertseries. Ringling Brothers missed. Couple Sweden, Japan, Greece, Italy, and New com for information on all the performers and Barnum and that with the Zealand. who will be a part of the 2015-16 season. Bailey Circus raw acting talent One of the most important Individual concert tickets are available at extravaganza that of the theatre elements of the scenic dances is their the DSU box office, at dsutix.com, or by swept the nation department exquisite costumes, which help convey to calling (435) 652-7800. Season passes are the audience a finer perception of each with amazing students as available through the end October. feats of acrobatics they learn to dance and its associated cultural heritage. and freakish commit to bold entertainment like and challenging no other. choices, develop “Barnum” rich characters, plays in the and work together Dolores Dore as an ensemble Eccles Fine Arts to bring their Center Mainstage audience their theater on the DSU “Greatest Show campus Nov. 5-7 on Earth” and you and Nov. 10-14. “Barnum” uses the book by have this years winner for the community. Mark Bramble, lyrics by Michael Stewart, “Barnum” serves as the debut and music by Cy Coleman through special performance of the production’s director, arrangements with Tams-Whitmark, Inc. Dr. Kathryn Syssoyeva, the DSU theatre In “Barnum,” Phineas Barnum department’s newest assistant professor attempts to create a circus in which the of theater performance studies and main attractions are freaks of society. dramaturgy. Eventually, to appease his wife, he gives up The production is rated PG. the show. After she dies, Barnum returns For tickets, call (435) 652-7800 or order to the business, forming a partnership with online at dsutix.com. Join DSU Theatre James Bailey, to bring us “The Greatest Publicity on Facebook. Tickets are $10. All Show on Earth.” productions begin promptly at 7:30 p.m. Page 6 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 Mousse, a man of pride and principles, is fed up with living as a second-class citizen horror-fest 2015 and and now must face principles different from his own. the guerilla shorts “Prophet’s Prey” (Oct. 24, St. George) Amy Berg’s chilling documentary showcase return just in nine will be paired with a brief discussion with producer and writer Sam Brower. One of time for halloween must-see the several highlights of the film is the by Adam Mast music, by Nick Cave and Warren Ellis, that films at takes themes of the ghostly music of the Nothing says Halloween like something of a tradition in St. George as FLDS polygamists and hypnotic sermons of Horror-Fest. This cinematic celebration of local filmmaker Dan Fowlks premiered his utah’s red convicted pedophile Warren Jeffs to a point all things Halloween has been terrifying own creative interpretation of this famed that will make your skin crawl. attendees since 2002. This year’s ghoulish Edgar Allan Poe tale last year. Storyteller rock film festivities will include a horror movie Trey Paterson is close to finishing his take “Proud Citizen” (Nov. 7, Cedar City) marathon, a costume contest, and a handful on “The Tell-Tale Heart” as well, and with festival Thomas Southerland’s “Proud of other tricks and treats, but perhaps the any luck, we’ll show that version next year. most popular aspect of Horror-Fest is The Horror-Fest 2015 promises The ninth annual Red Rock Film Citizen,” a black-and-white light comedy, Guerilla Shorts Showcase. to provide quite the fright, and while Festival had well over 800 submissions, follows an isolated and lonely Bulgarian October will mark the 10th programmers are not at liberty to tell more than all the other film festival events playwright in America through the rolling anniversary of this filmmaking platform, you what movies they might be screening, in southern Utah combined. Shuffling hills of Kentucky for the premiere of her and it will see southern Utah-based it’s safe to say that if you’re a horror through the dozens of accepted films can be autobiographical Communist-era play, storytellers of all ages and skill sets putting fan you’ll go home happy. It should also a bit of a challenge for the festival novice “Black Coat,” as she experiences heartbreak, together short films in a limited amount be noted that part of Horror-Fest ticket who’s never been to a film festival such as disappointment, the comfort of American of time using any resources available to proceeds will go towards the construction Cannes or the San Francisco. strangers, and funeral cakes. them. For the challenge this year, local of the All-Abilities Park in Tonaquint. Get The Red Rock Film Festival filmmakers were asked to build their short the crap scared out of you, and support begins Oct. 10 with a sneak peek event at “Rock of Refuge” (Oct. 10, Springdale) film projects around fortunes pulled from local filmmaking and a great cause all at the Hampton Inn & Suites on 1127 Zion St. George resident Eric Hanson what event organizers affectionately refer the same time! For all Horror-Fest 2015 Park Blvd. in Springdale. It is followed by survived a flash flood while canyoneering in to as “misfortune cookies.” details, including date and venue, be sure a kick-off event at the Red Cliffs Cinema Zion National Park. The spiritual journey Come on out and see what these to log on to suindependent.com on Oct. 10! in St. George on Oct. 24 and continues explores the technical slot canyons that can amazing filmmakers come up with. You can Nov. 2 through 8 at the Heritage Center at be both a hidden adventure and a hidden also support our local filmmaking talent by 105 N 100 E in Cedar City. Here are nine danger as the climbers are met with a getting in on the action and voting for your films to see at this local, multi-genre film sudden flash waterfall. favorite short. Prizes will be awarded to the festival, as suggested by the Red Rock Film strongest films in various categories. Festival’s Matt Marxteyn. The Guerilla Shorts Showcase will be followed by a special Local Filmmaker “Ambrosia” (Nov. 7, Cedar City) Spotlight. The centerpiece will be director In Rhiannon Bannenberg’s Caleb Hatton’s chilling adaptation of youthful drama, a group of friends from “The Tell-Tale Heart.” This has become Australia embark on their final childhood holiday to their idyllic retreat after graduating. Their skylarking is shattered when they meet a strange and enigmatic woman who threatens to divide the group’s bond of love and friendship.

“Cartel Land” (Nov. 6, Cedar City) Directed by Matthew Heineman, this daring documentary is a riveting on-the-ground look at the journeys of two “Since: The Bombing of Pan Am Flight modern-day vigilante groups in both Mexico 103” (Nov. 6, Cedar City) and the U.S. and their shared enemy: the Phil Furey’s seven-year production murderous Mexican drug cartels. pieces together the 1988 tragedy of Pan Am Flight 103, which killed 259 on the plane and 11 people on the ground and became the mother of all terrorism attacks before 911. The documentary is a chilling look at how politics rolls its way into a crisis, taking decades to lead to a criminal conviction only to reveal a trillion-dollar oil deal held ransom by Libya’s dictator, Muammar Gaddafi.

“Wildlike” (Oct. 24, St. George) Directed by Frank Hall Green, the feature film stars Ella Purnell of Disney’s “Maleficent” as a troubled teen who is sent in harm’s way to live with “Man from Coxs River” (Nov. 6, Cedar her questionable uncle in Juneau, Alaska. City) Determined to escape her uncle’s grasp This haunting film on wilderness she ventures further into the Alaskan management, directed by Russell Kilbey, wilderness and eventually finds redemption takes a bold look at the nearly impossible in the friendship of an older hiker named mission to save a mob of brumbies and Bartlett, played by Bruce Greenwood of bring an independent bushman and a “Star Trek” (2009) and the cult TV series national parks ranger to see through each “Nowhere Man.” others’ eyes. More information on the “Mousse” (Nov. 7, Cedar City) Red Rock Film Festival is available at From Sweden comes John redrockfilmfestival.com, with daily updates Hellberg’s comedy that begins with the easy at facebook.com/redrockfilmfestival. Tickets task of robbing a small bookie place during are available at rrff.eventbrite.com or by the year’s biggest horse racing event. calling (435) 705-5555. The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 • Page 7 photograph the artistic process unfold. The live auction of their work will begin on the “the photographer’s main stage at 4 p.m. Art in the Moment artists committed to participate this year include story” exhibit at the red Jennifer Seeley, Paul Twitchell, and Sang Choi, with many more still to confirm. cliffs gallery art in Additionally, an ongoing silent Several talented local auction with over thirty works of art will photographers from Click Focus Group kayenta take place during the festival with artwork Meetup and five Dixie State University and bidding forms on display throughout photography students are displaying some festival Kayenta Art Village. Closing of bids and of their favorite photos in an artists’ exhibit the announcement of the winners will be on at the Red Cliffs Gallery from Oct. 9 through celebrates Sunday, Oct. 11, at 3 p.m. Oct. 30. Sponsored and highly supported by Proceeds for the three-day festival Coldwell Banker realtor Dan Gibbons and 16th will benefit Kayenta Arts Foundation, Red Dirt Car Wash owner Bradley Cox, who a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization are also exhibiting, the show hosts a wide dedicated to creating an environment variety of talent and expression through anniversary that fosters diverse artistic endeavors for Photo of Spider Rock by Bill The 2015 Art in Kayenta Festival subject matter and technique. Meredith educational and enrichment purposes. Gorter, who has included the entire story of will be held Oct. 9-11 this year. It will Bowman, Click Focus Group Meetup For more information, contact Spider Woman on display with his photo. feature new extended hours: Friday and organizer, has also asked the exhibitors Kathi Fox at [email protected], visit Saturday from 11 a.m to 7 p.m. and Sunday to do some soul searching by writing their kayentaartsfoundation.org, or find Kayenta from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. personal statements so viewers can choose interesting subjects and treatments of the Art Scene on Facebook. The festival will feature over 80 to enter the artists’ creative worlds while digital pixel, including some fractals. artists from across the country, live music, browsing the art. Artists are also offering their specialty food vendors, and the return of You’ll read some amazing photos for sale individually and will have the popular beer and wine garden. It will stories. You’ll understand what turns their contact information available at the also include both a live auction event and that photographer on and keeps him or gallery desk. Everyone is invited to the an expanded silent auction this year. her searching for that perfect shot. You reception Friday, Oct. 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. There will be 80 juried artists may even find that piece de resistance Come meet the artists, peruse and learn including Roland Lee, Benny Goodman, that will embellish a certain favorite wall about their world of aesthetics, enjoy the and Mel Mendez. Their collective work will space in your home. There are landscapes, refreshments. and mingle. We’ll have represent painting, photography, ceramics, wildlife, flowers, seascapes, and lots more prizes for the artists in two categories: wood, jewelry, and textiles. Meet the artists conventional photos and artistically at the festival as they showcase their work computer-enhanced photos. in booths throughout the three-day event. Red Cliffs Gallery is located The live-artist event, “Art in the at 220 N 200 E, the former city annex, Moment,” will take place during the festival in the remodeled front of the commons on Saturday, Oct. 10, starting at 2 p.m. building, just across the street from St. Twelve select artists will paint, sculpt, or George City Hall. This spacious, naturally otherwise create side-by-side in a special lighted location is open Monday through area as spectators witness, cheer and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Oct. 30. Appointments can be made for showings on Saturdays and Sundays by contacting the artists. Click Focus Group Meetup members as well as local St. George photographers can join in to future shows. Visit meetup. “Water and Leaves” is by Yvonne com/CLICK-Focus-Group-St-George-Utah Baur, co-organizer of this exhibit, Click for membership in the local Meetup. member, Dixie University student in the For more information, contact Photography program, and burgeoning pro Meredith Bowman at (805) 633-0113. photographer. local organizations combine for spooky town fair to benefit students The St. George Chamber of and a great place for consumers and area Commerce and the Washington County residents to get to know a good number of School District Foundation have combined local businesses.” to bring southern Utah a Halloween festival Held in partnership with the City that’s unparalleled. The Spooky Town of St. George and sponsored by Theurer Fair, a two-day festival, will be complete Orthodontics and Stephen Wade Auto with vendor booths, food, continuous Center, this family-friendly festival has entertainment, carnival games, bounce something for everyone. Proceeds from this houses, and more. Held at the St. George event benefit the students of Washington Town Square on Friday and Saturday, Oct. County. 23 and 24, this huge festival is free and For more information about open to the public. Spooky Town Fair, please call Susi Lafaele Live entertainment will include at (435) 628-1650 or visit spookytownfair. bluegrass, oldies, folk, dance, jazz, com. Polynesian performers and more. With the support of the foundation, a children’s play area will provide activities including bounce houses, a pirate dig, a costume contest, a zip line, a 100-foot inflatable slide and many others. “This is a great way for the community to help support the Washington County School District and local business in a fun outdoor venue,” says St. George Chamber president Gregg McArthur. “It’s a centrally located place to find local vendors Page 8 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 Chief Bob Flowers will lead the live auction. Since its inception, INKAS has supplied many of the needs of the Ivins shelter, which was the first Utah municipality to support the no-kill philosophy. INKAS assistance has ranged from quarantine cages to peanut butter INKAS HOLDS to be stuffed in the training devices they donated. They purchased patio covers for ANNUAL FUR the outside cat areas, litter boxes, harnesses, leashes, and donut beds. INKAS paid for the AND PURR directional signs throughout Ivins City to help people locate the shelter. They pay for grooming when needed, specialty food such FUNDRAISER as mother’s milk replacement and kitten by George Scott and puppy food, and assistance in paying INKAS (Ivins No Kill Animal veterinarian bills. Supporters) will be holding its annual Fur and Purr tickets are $45 per fundraiser, Fur and Purr, on Saturday, Oct person for advance purchases and $50 24. The event will be held at the beautiful at the door. Tickets can be purchased by Entrada Country Club from 6 to 9 p.m. calling Ruth at (435) 669-1670 or visiting Organizers promise this fun event will offer the website, inkas4pets.org. All proceeds a delicious buffet, door prizes, live and silent go to help the homeless animals of Ivins auctions, live music, strolling entertainers, and Santa Clara. INKAS, a 501(c)(3) a cash bar, and much more. The evening organization is asking the community to join will be emceed by Rich Hughes. Ivins Police them in helping support the Ivins Animals Shelter and their no-kill mission.

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314 HUNTER RIDGE DR, BRIAN HEAD *MUST MENTION (435) 677-9000 FALL SPECIAL The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 • Page 11 the spectacular gap of Awesome Chasm (I access to the rocks above. It is necessary to routefinding becomes trickier, but heading climbed at least seven peaks on the route.) follow slabs and ribs west and then south, generally in a northern direction will This route is essentially trailless and as following the path of least resistance until a lead the hiker towards Awesome Chasm. such requires excellent route-finding ability. sandy saddle is reached. From here, one has Descending from the summit of the last Consider yourself warned. the option of traversing over to a couple of peak, a spectacular cleft will appear on the smaller peaks overlooking the Whiterocks left (I started calling it “Pretty Awesome Access: The starting (and ending) point Amphitheater (which is certainly a worth Chasm”). hiking for this route is the Whiterocks Parking endeavor, the views are superb). Follow game trails and bare area, just 0.5 mile north of the northern From the sandy saddle, begin rock when possible. As always, avoid entrance to Snow Canyon State Park. From heading up the south face of the peak, again trampling cryptobiotic soil, the black, southern the intersection of Bluff St. and St. George following the path of least resistance. The crusty patches that cover large portions of Blvd., drive north on Bluff Street-State route up the peak is loose but rarely steep earth. Eventually, the undulating terrain utah: Route 18 for 9.5 miles to the Whiterocks enough to be dangerous. In short order, will lead the voyager down into a basin of Trailhead, which is on the right. Park here. the summit will be reached. Views north sorts. Just north of this low area is another whiterocks towards the Cinder Cone and the Pine rugged segment of slickrock. Follow the The route: Begin by hiking west on the Valley Mountains (with highway 18 in easiest-looking path through slabs and ribs, Whiterocks Trail. As the path approaches between) are amazing. and soon the first views of Awesome Chasm amphitheater the entrance to the amphitheater, look for From the summit of this peak, the appears. Be very careful approaching this a large, aesthetic peak towering above. next objective is to head southwest to reach deep, steep canyon, the walls of which to awesome This is the first major peak you will another peak a few hundred yards away. can be well over 500 feet high. Follow summit. Instead of heading south into the Follow slabs and a short section of ridge the southern edge of the canyon to the chasm canyon towards the amphitheater, head to reach this minor summit. From there, northeast, occasionally diverting well away north, following narrow washes and rock the next big peak north of your position is from the lip until it is possible to reach the outcroppings and generally contouring your objective. Follow the escarpment to very top of the chasm. The view down into traverse around the base of the rocks to the west the northwest down into a shallow trough the canyon is awe-inspiring. by Don Gilman until an obvious, low-angle ramp gives easy between the two peaks, and then pick your When done with admiring the canyon, begin heading down in a Trail name: N/A, This is an unofficial route southeasterly direction, aiming for a notch Location: Northern portion of Snow in a north-south ridge, following gullies Canyon State Park and drainages. The main gully actually Difficulty: Extremely strenuous runs in a east-northeast direction. It may Length: Varies depending on route taken, a be necessary to head south to intercept the minimum of four miles right canyon, but once found, it should be Elevation Gain: Varies depending on route pretty obvious. There are occasional steep taken, a minimum of 1000’ steps as the gully snakes its way down. The Average Time: Anywhere from 4-6 hours gully is approximately 0.25 mile in length. Family-friendly: No, this adventure The steepest slabs are right at the very end, requires comfort with steep, loose rock, a where the gully reaches the canyon floor. lot of exposure, and hiking through difficult As soon as the gully ends at terrain. the canyon floor, look to the left. On the southeast-facing wall a short distance away, The traverse from the Whiterocks there is a nice petroglyph panel. Head north Amphitheater to Awesome Chasm is not a towards it, scrambling up a ledge to get a route for the faint of heart. Depending on closer look. There are images of bighorn the route taken, this adventure climbs up sheep, feet, and abstract figures. It is not an and over numerous small peaks en route to extensive panel, but it’s well worth a look. After examining the petroglyphs, head in a southeasterly direction to way up steep slabs and the low-angle scree intersect with the major wash that runs to the summit of this second big peak. through the canyon. Follow the sandy From the summit of this peak, watercourse south for approximately one the views of Snow Canyon defy description. mile until it intersects with the Whiterocks The otherworldly striped hues of red, trail, then head east a short distance back orange, and cream are stunning from this to the parking area. mountaintop vista. From the summit of big peak No. 2, head north and follow a broad ridge down into the next trough between peaks. Once down in the trough, head to the west. Upon reaching the escarpment, head north towards the small rocky peak. Gain the summit of this smaller peak and look to the northeast where the third and final big peak looms above. Descend slightly northwest towards a saddle between the small peak and the larger, and then follow boulder and scree fields northeast towards the summit. From the summit of this final peak, the route follows undulating terrain to the north-northwest. This is where the

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Page 14 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 downtown filled with coming down the pike fall events by St. George Mayor Jon Pike For a may not make a big difference in the by George Scott number of years, big picture, but together, the families of The With over 20 different classes and several our family col- Washington County can. BluCan. spectacular weather lected old news- styles of yoga being practiced, the center BluCan recycling is a huge step of southern Utah offers a true opportunity for yoga to have the papers, milk jugs, brings the world to and other recy- towards better landfill utilization. It rep- internal influence upon the physical body it our doorstep to enjoy clables in boxes in resents wise stewardship of our natural is meant to have. In addition to regularly world class events. our garage. When resources. It tells our children, including It is a great time to scheduled classes, Downtown Yoga brings the boxes reached the ones that live at my house and yours, get out and enjoy special events for those interested in the critical mass—that that we care about the condition of their the fun happening deeper application of the practice of yoga. is, when they were downtown. On Oct. 17, those interested in traditional overflowing and we future world. It’s the right thing to do. George BluCan is scheduled to begin Streetfest kicks yoga will have the opportunity to experience began to have a hard time getting to our off the month on Friday, Oct 2. This free a true Mysore-style practice. Special guest vehicles—it was the duty of our teenaged early next year. I urge you to choose to community event showcases the best of Aina Romualdez, authorized by KPJAYI kids who had driver licenses to load it all participate in this multi-city effort. Here’s up in the trunk and drive the two blocks to southern Utah. With local art, music, and in Mysore, India, will bring her love of the what you have to do: Nothing. If you our neighborhood park, where they would fun coming together on Main Street in the practice of authentic, lineage-based yoga historic downtown district, everyone will stuff it into (hopefully!) the appropriate live in Hurricane, Ivins, or Springdale, find something to like about this event experiences to southern Utah from 10 a.m. recycling bins in the parking lot. BluCan is scheduled for all citizens. In which takes place every first Friday from 6 to 11:30 a.m. One day, the kids came to my St. George, Washington, Santa Clara, to 10 p.m. A full lineup of musicians can be Live United LIVE will invade wife and me and lobbied hard for us to LaVerkin, Leeds, Toquerville, Rockville, found in more detail at www.suindependent. Town Square on Oct. 10. This annual music forgo our cardboard box and park bin and Virgin, BluCan will become part of com. festival and benefit promises to be huge! system in favor of a blue recycling can The DiFiore Center also continues your trash service unless you opt out. The This free day-long event will offer family- available from a private contractor. Good to hold multiple events during October. One kids that they were and are, they even cost of curbside recycling in St. George is such event is the Jennifer Gubler Gallery friendly entertainment with outstanding, offered to take the new can to the curb Show running from Oct. 2-28. Gubler’s high-energy music. The park will be packed set at $4 per month and could become less gallery is titled “Etched: A small debut of with activities and food, and all proceeds every other Tuesday morning. over time if participation is high enough. Maybe we were tired of tripping BIG moments.” The opening reception will will be directed to the charities supported See? Recycling with BluCan may be held on Friday, Oct. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m. over newspapers, because my wife and I by United Way Dixie. be the most convenient and economical with the display itself continuing through acquiesced. It was a great decision. What the month. “Nature is my muse and Plein St. George Book Festival returns we discovered was that with the conve- gift you will give your kids. Air painting is my passion,” Gubler says. for its 10th year and is bigger than ever. nience of a dedicated can for recycling, Bonus: your garage will thank “I paint the world around me hoping to This week-long event runs from Oct. 19-24 we recycled more. A lot more. In fact, our you. capture those small perfect and has events and workshops blue can fills up about twice as fast as our For more information on recy- moments that make scheduled at several regular garbage can. And it does a much me grateful to be cling in Washington County (including the different locations better job of containing all those recy- alive.” clables than our former system did. cost for participating in this program in For throughout St. Our family’s recycling efforts each city), check BluCan.org. 38 years George, including running, the DXATC, DSU, St. George Washington Marathon has County Library’s main continued to deliver a race like no other. This branch, Jazzy’s, Children’s BECAUSE efficiently organized race has been Museum, and the Spooky Town Fair the talk of the running scene for years. at downtown’s Town Square. The St. Runner’s World rates the St. George George Book Festival attracts authors COMMUNITY Marathon as one of only four “Marathons and speakers from all over. In addition to to Build a Vacation Around” in the world. Runner’s World also includes the race in ongoing opportunities for learning and sharing, the festival includes the Literacy MATTERS. its 10 Most Scenic and Fastest Marathons and lists it in the Top 20 Marathons in the Charity Dinner on Friday, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m. United States. Whether running the race, at the Banquet Hall on the third floor of supporting the runners, or navigating the the Children’s Museum. This semi-formal streets while it is in progress, everyone night promises to be very memorable, with in the community is impacted by the St. George Marathon. Starting in the majestic amazingly successful writers speaking. Pine Valley mountains and descending Spooky Town Fair takes place through the scenic vistas of southern Utah, Oct. 23 and 24 at Town Square. Friday’s the race finishes in downtown’s beautiful activities run from noon to 7 p.m., and tree-filled Worthen Park. Saturday goes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. With Speaking of the St. George Marathon, across the street from the finish nearly 100 different business vendors, line resides the newly remodeled St. George a wide variety of children’s games and Recreation Center. With everything needed attractions, live entertainment, and a fun to get the body fit, along with other classes festival atmosphere, this is a great family and activities for people of all ages, the St. event. The park will be filled with carnival George Recreation Center is a spectacular place to spend time investing in a healthy games, bounce houses, vendors, food lifestyle. A big shout out should also go to booths, and continuous entertainment to the St. George Leisure Service Department keep the fun happening all day long. This for winning the National Gold Medal Award is the largest family-friendly Halloween for Excellence in the field of park and Festival in southern Utah, and all profits go Your home . . . recreation management. Way to go! to support the local schools in Washington a retreat, Besides the St. GeorgeEA RecreationT • PLAY • SHOP EAT • PLAY • SHOP Center, other options for fitness and self- County School District. a comfort zone, improvement can be found at Downtown The above events are only a a creative outlet. Yoga. Here one can find classes that will small sampling of the events and activities improve physical fitness, mental clarity, available to participate in this month. With and even spiritual connection. This yoga the gorgeous weather, it is a spectacular 2 West St. George Blvd y St. George studio offers a center for community in the heart of the historic downtown St. George time to be downtown and joining in one—or 435.817.8004 district. There is a distinct vibe that is more all—of the fun activities. hamiltonparkinteriors.com readily felt than explained upon entering. See you downtown!

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“One of Us” by Joshua Toone “One of Us” demonstrates Joshua Toone’s ability to utilize Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner stark contrast to shape a piece. Toone finds inspiration in his love 7 a.m. - Midnight for shapes and lines. His affinity for contrast between straight lines and curved lines as well as the contrast between rusted steel and 435-216 -7311 stainless steel resulted in the creation of a reminiscent piece he calls www.GeorgesCornerRestaurant.com “One of Us.” Toone integrates repurposed materials into his work, pro- viding previously functional metal items a rebirth to live on as beau- EVERY tiful works of art. Toone introduces multiple finishes to his sculptures with unique patinas offering additional contrast and providing the  specific character of his artwork. “One of Us’ allows the viewer to reflect for a brief moment before melt- Toone began building his first sculptures in 2008. He has ing into the smooth forms and connecting with the sculpture. developed a skill for being able to conjure feeling and emotion into his pieces. At times, his work delivers a dark experience; at other times, “Small Talk” by Dan Hill it evokes a feeling of hope and strength. The highly polished shine in With fall right around the corner, “Small Talk” by Dan Hill elicits a nostalgic fondness for connecting with family and friends. The sculpture showcases two young farm boys casually engaging in small talk. Whether they’re brothers, extended family, or friends, it is easy to imagine the boys scheming up some big adventure follow- ing the completion of chores or perhaps discussing the cute new girl at school. Regardless of topic, the details captured allow for one to emotionally connect with the art. Following his retirement from his landscaping business and at the urging of his son, Hill’s sculpture career began. In 1997, Hill sculpted his first life-sized piece depicting a child. He has since gone Eating Healthy Never Tasted So Good!!! on to create an impressive portfolio of approximately 100 sculptures. Pasta • Salads • Soups • Sandwiches • Burgers 20 North Main Street • St. George, UT 84770 (435) 628-9889 george streetfest round six www.twistednoodlecafe.com www.facebook.com/twistednoodlecafe takes place on nov. 6 by George Scott shares them from the heart. His talent secured their ability to get out on the road collectibles • antiques and uncanny ability to touch people has and play shows in cities like Seattle, Los books • clothing resulted in a following of fans that truly Angeles, Chicago, and New York. They furniture and more become friends. have been able to play with musicians Looking at Raven with his long such as Andy Grammer, LeAnn Rimes, hair, tattoos, sunglasses, hat and stature, The Black Lillies, and The Moth & The he personifies the “bad boy” image Flame. They just released their second well. However, he is approachable and album, “Until I Live,” and are excited to passionate, and has a heart of gold. It is felt in his music. He makes it easy for the share songs from the two albums on the crowd to get in on the act. His concerts stage at George Streetfest. have a feel of a bunch of friends getting The hugely popular Jazz Garden together to play and have a good time. in the Ancestor Square courtyard will George Streetfest makes its Raven provides the type of performances feature Dr. Glenn Webb. Webb is the sixth appearance on Nov. 6 to celebrate concertgoers remember for a lifetime. music department chair as DSU. He Local alternative rock band will play vibraphone with West Coast 74Passing E. Tabernacle, on the Blessings.. St. George. the best of southern Utah. The monthly first Friday extravaganza features a free Wirelefant will deliver a show certain Jazz Players. Milt Jackson and Lionel 74 E. 435-674-5325Tabernacle, St. George signature street concert, Jazz Garden with to entertain at all levels. The talent of Hampton made this melodic percussion Monday-Saturday 9:30am to 5:30pm beer and wine, buskers, street market, art this group is amazing and they adapt instrument popular in jazz music in the incredibly to every venue they play. The 435-674-5325 from local artists, farmers market, and a ‘40s and ‘50s. 2016 has been designated group has continued to develop since community engagement Passport to the as the year of the vibraphone. The Jazz their inception in 2013 reaching a level City Program. The Streetfest has booked of talent difficult to match. The group Garden will be getting a head start on powerhouse musical lineup. Raven Cain, includes four extremely skilled musicians. celebrating this fun and unique jazz on Wirelefant, and National Parks will Brandon Clove plays rhythm guitar and instrument which will certainly be a big perform on the Main Street Stage. lead vocals. Dallen Wittwer handles bass hit for those in attendance. George Streetfest has been able guitar. Brenten Canfield bangs it out on George Streetfest on Main to book the incredible Raven Cain for the drums. Jacob Savage plays lead guitar is a monthly first Friday community November’s lineup. Signing with 405 and sings backing vocals. Wirelefant’s celebration. The festivities take place Hollywood has resulted in a tremendous unique sound and extraordinary stage from 6 to 10 p.m. with the Jazz Garden amount of activity for this passionate presence creates an experience even the going until midnight. Local artists musician over the summer. All of the seasoned concertgoers will be impressed and performers interested in applying time in the studio has paid off with his with. for the Supporting Artists with Vision first album, “Son of the South,” being November’s visiting entertainer event scholarship should call (435) released on Oct. 10. Whether performing is National Parks, an electronic folk pop 773-0781. The scholarship offers street his originals or familiar covers, Raven band out of Provo, Utah. Since their has a sound and energy that delivers launch in 2013, National Parks has accommodations including tent and in a way that connects with the crowd. taken off by storm. Their first album, vendor fee for two artists each month Raven pushes the boundaries with songs “Young,” saw tremendous success. The wishing to promote their work. that express who he is and makes it real. album climbed all the way to No. 13 on For more information, visit He doesn’t just write and sing songs; he the iTunes singer/songwriter chart. 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Instead, “The Green Inferno” is a The Visit (PG-13) From a story standpoint, “The disappointment, and this is coming from a HHHH Visit” is every bit as dramatic as it is scary bonafide horror junkie and casual Roth fan and funny. There’s a real connection between (“Hostel” is great, and so is the faux trailer Let’s face it: M. Night Shyamalan’s Hahn, DeJonge, and Oxenbould, and this for “Thanksgiving”). With this “Cannibal last few films have left a lot to be desired. keeps the movie grounded in reality even Holocaust” homage, the director of “Cabin After the one-two punch that was “The when Nana and Pop Pop’s increasingly Fever” not only wastes valuable resources Sixth Sense” and “Unbreakable,” it’s been a strange behavior takes the movie on a detour (stunning locales and actual natives steady decline ever since. In recent years, into “Weirdsville.” serving as extras are all but squandered), films like “The Happening” and “The Last “The Visit” doesn’t reinvent the but his latest effort as a whole comes across Airbender” have turned Shyamalan into a bit wheel, and it has a couple of moments as a surprisingly limp exploitation movie of a laughingstock. Even the very mention of that don’t quite work, but in the end, it’s his name evokes laughter in some circles. It’s with weak humor in all the wrong places. undeniably spooky and entertaining in a big so disheartening because Shyamalan can be way. For my money, this is Shyamalan’s best Find more at SUindependent.com Cooties (R) quite a brilliant storyteller. The new low-budget Jason Blum- HHH½ produced thriller, “The Visit,” is certainly a return to form for the filmmaker. This movie In the horror- is much smaller in scale than his previous comedy, “Cooties,” Elijah Wood plays a efforts, but “The Visit” finds writer-director middle school teacher who must join forces M. Night Shyamalan going back to basics. with other staff members in an attempt to The end result is an effective little gem that survive the night after their prepubescent features characters we actually care about students contract a deadly virus and turn who are ultimately thrust into a situation into rabid monsters. that could best be described as “weird.” Fear Southern utAh’S Truth be told, “Cooties” is more of a not, though, because it’s the good kind of weird. viral outbreak movie than an all-out zombie In “The Visit,” a recently divorced flick—not that anyone will argue about woman (Kathryn Hahn) sends her th that distinction, because “Cooties” never teenage children Becca and Tyler (Olivia takes itself seriously. In fact, this flick is 9 AnnuAl DeJonge and Ed Oxenbould) to spend some far funnier than it is scary. Given the “R” quality time with her estranged parents in rating and the creative concept, though, the countryside so that she might have some “Cooties” would have greatly benefited time to collect her thoughts and figure out from being more extreme in the gore and how she’s going to move on with her life. violence department. An “R” rated movie Upon arrival at a ranch house in about kids turning into zombies—comedy or the middle of nowhere, Becca and Tyler are r ock not—really should go all the way, and there greeted with open arms by Nana and Pop are times when this movie is aggravatingly Pop (Deanna Dunagan and Peter McRobbie). red hesitant. If you’re going to have a scene These proud grandparents are thrilled to be wherein a physical education teacher is united with the grandchildren they’ve never Film FeStivAl cornered by murderous kids and all he really had an opportunity to spend time with has at to defend himself is a rack filled due to a strained relationship with their 2015 with basketballs, you might as well have daughter. the guy dispatch the youngsters, “Deadly At first, Becca and Tyler bond famously with the grandparents they’ve Friend” style (if you don’t get the reference, never known, but shortly thereafter, I suggest you rent Wes Craven’s “Deadly these curious teens soon begin to realize that Friend” as soon as humanly possible). grandma and grandpa might have a couple get out the wAr pAint Having said that, “Cooties” offers of screws loose. When Nana isn’t staring into And clAim your up big laughs, many of them supplied by a space in a hypnotic-like trance, she likes to independence! hilariously dry Leigh Whannell (who also scratch walls, walk aimlessly throughout the co-wrote the script) and a goofy but lovable house in the middle of the night, and stand Rainn Wilson. If Whannell and Wilson in creepy, statuesque poses. She also has a bring the funny, then it’s Wood and Alison most interesting technique when it comes Pill who bring the likeability and sweetness to cleaning the oven. Meanwhile, Pop Pop spends a lot of his time doing God knows as teachers with a bit of a crush on one what in a sinister-looking shed just outside another. the house. Cooties is fun enough. Again, it There’s a goofy, comical sensibility SneAk peek: could have been more extreme, and there at play in “The Visit,” but unlike “The october 10 are certainly lazy moments (Jorge Garcia’s Happening,” it’s all by design here. hAmpton inn & SuiteS,

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Let’s DeJonge is fantastic as a november 2-8 just say that this new and improved finale filmmaking-obsessed teen so utterly suggests that the problem at hand might confused and concerned with what’s going heritAge center, be much larger than these middle school to transpire next in her life that she chooses to document everything with a video camera. Oxenbould is colorful and energetic cedAr city as Becca’s brother, a tenacious teen with an affinity for rap music. In fact, Tyler drops a www.redrockfilmfestival.com couple of impressive rhymes in this picture that would make Eminem proud. www.facebook.com/redrockfilmfestival On the flipside, providing the is strictl N or tra sfer of this material © r ed rock film festival. a ll rights reserved. d UP licatio creep-out factor with extraordinary skill are Dunagan and McRobbie. 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Of course, Madonna (and to a lesser Stygian production mixed weeping strings, extent Paula Abdul) rose to power during the Band of Lovers (Touring Folk/Pop Duo) 4-7 PM tremolo guitar, and a funereal drum track to MTV and VH1 heyday, pushing lord-knows- cavernous effect. how-many young men into A flute riff—one early puberty with her carnal of the few bright moments videos. At the top of the tower in “Honeymoon”—opens resides the great Bjork, a Sat, October 10 “Salvatore,” which is colored living goddess who has been with Italian verbiage, sex pushing every boundary even in the rain, ice cream, and a ROCKTOBERFEST before her solo debut, “Debut,” reference to Tangerine Dream. when she was screaming and writing with The She even slips in the luxuriant Erik The Red, Soul What!? and more! Sugarcubes. 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St. George Blvd • 674-3727 Page 24 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 To get your event in our Free Calendar of KICKSTART YOUR HEALTH NUTRITION KUNDALINI YOGA and Meditation Jiwan Events log on to http://www.suindependent. AND COOKING CLASSES 4:30pm Oct 5, 12, Shakti 9:15am. Downtown Yoga, 50 East com/events_calendar/form.php. Limit one 19 & 26. Food For Life Nutrition and Cooking Tabernacle, St. George. free listing per day or date per organization. Classes. Learn the latest nutrition informa- GET YOUR UMBRELLA FOR CANCER tion, enjoy a cooking demonstration, taste SURVIVAL & PREVENTION 4:30pm Food healthy, delicious dishes, for KICKSTART For Life Nutrition and Cooking Classes. Learn Multi-Day Events YOUR HEALTH and Weight Management. the latest nutrition information, enjoy a cook- Barbara is great at teaching and food demos. ing demonstration, taste healthy, delicious Zion National Park Plein Air Reserve soon! Nutritious Way Studio/Kitchen, dishes, for cancer Survival and Prevention, Hummingbird Dr, St. George. Art Invitational Overall Health and. Nutritious Way Studio/ DRACULA 2:00pm Thru Oct 31. “I want Kitchen, Hummingbird Dr, St. George. Dixie State University and the your fear. For your fear, like a current, rush- CEDAR CITY LIBRARY BOOK Celebrity Concert Series es through your body.” This fall through CLUB 7:00pm Come join the book club at the Halloween, sink your teeth into the story of Cedar City Public Library every first Monday the world’s most famous vampire. Before at 7pm in the Rare Book Room. For June we Twilight and True Blood, there was Dracula! will be reading The Snow Child by Eowyn Utah Shakespeare Festival, 255 W. Center Ivey. Our selection for July is Dead Wake by St, Cedar City. Erik Larson. Cedar City Library, 303 N. 100 CHARLEY’S AUNT 2:00pmThru Oct 31. A E Cedar City. quiet luncheon turns into a corset-busting HEARTBEAT VINYASA FLOW Jeanne masquerade when two college chums go to Nielson 5:30pm. Downtown Yoga, 50 East great lengths to woo a pair of charming young Tabernacle, St. George. ladies, including persuading their wacky friend November 2 - 8. 24 Invited artists will paint COLOR COUNTRY CAMERA plein air throughout the week. Free daily to pose as an aunt from Brazil—where the nuts come from. Utah Shakespeare Festival, CLUB 6:00pm Color Country Camera demonstrations from 10 am to 3 pm; free Club meets at 6 pm on the 2nd and 4th Dixie State University and the Celebrity evening lectures Tuesday-Thursday and 255 W. Center Street, Cedar City. Concert Series are pleased to announce Mondays of the month at the St George Friday morning; public wet paint exhibit DIXIE WATERCOLOR SOCIETY FALL the start of the 2015-16 season. Starting Library (Basement meeting room). Anyone and sale Saturday 9 am to 6 pm and SHOW & COMPETITION 10:00am Oct 5 - 16 interested in photography is welcome. No the series is the National Dance Company Sunday 9 am to 2 pm; Paint Out and Sale (excluding Sunday) Dixie Watercolor Society of Siberia on Saturday, Oct. 3, at 7:30 dues. For more information send an email on Saturday 11 am to 2 pm; Silent Auction Fall Show & Competition. Theme: “Anything to: [email protected] p.m. The company was founded in 1960. on Saturday 11 am to 1 pm; Art exhibit Goes”. Main Street Plaza, 20 n. Main, St. They have performed in Russia as well St George Library, 88 West 100 South St. and sale in Human History Museum start- George Utah. Reception: Oct. 16th - 6 to 8 George. as 60 additional countries. Bay Pointe ing September 20th 9 am to 6 pm. Event pm. Meet the artists Main Street Plaza Lobby, Ballet will be the next group to grace the proceeds benefit Zion National Park. *Park 20 n. Main, St. George. FOREIGN FILM CLUB 5:00pm Do you love Cox Fine Arts Center stage. Their perfor- entrance fee applies. For full list of events, foreign films? Then join us at the Santa Clara ART CLASSES 6:00pm Tuesdays and mance of “Dracula” will be on Tuesday times and locations visit http://zionpark. Library as we watch and discuss foreign cin- Thursdays. Oil Painting, Drawing, Portraits and Wednesday evenings, Oct. 20 and 21. org/2015-zion-national-park-plein-air-art- ematic gems! 88 West 100 South St. George. Based on the novel by Bram Stoker and and Pastel Classes Available Desert Rose Art invitational, (800) 635-3959 FREE2FEED BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT brought to life by Bruce Steivel’s innova- Studio, 225 N. Bluff St Suite #1 St. George. THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF GROUP 9:30am at Luther Hall, 244 S. Valley tive choreography, this haunting tale of POLE FITNESS CLASSES 7:00pm Beginner VERONA 7:30pm runs thru Oct 31. Chock- View Dr. St. George. Free2Feed is a local Dracula’s eternal search for the woman class (Flow 1) Held Tues & Thurs nights at full of confused men and cunning maidens, Motherhood & Breastfeeding Support Group. he loves will have you on the edge of your 7pm. $10. Or attend the FREE Community this dizzying romantic adventure will delight We aim to support & encourage women of seat. Audience members are encouraged Intro class at 7pm and 8pm on Sat. nights. Also anyone who has ever been in love (or would all ages and in all stages of motherhood by to wear costumes at all “Dracula” perfor- available: Book a party for your bachelorette or like to be). Utah Shakespeare Festival, 255 education & Love. Check out our website for mances. Cox Performing Arts Center, St. birthday party. 270 N. 2940 E. St. George. upcoming events & guest speakers www. George. celebrityconcertseries.com W. Center Street, Cedar City. Bard.org EUREKA CASINO RESORT Oct 5 - 9. Save free2feed.org THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF the date for Mesquite’s Best of Fest Film VERONA 7:30pm Thru Oct 30. Chock-full CEDAR CITY LIBRARY BOOK Festival! Eureka Casino Resort, 275 Mesa of confused men and cunning maidens, this CLUB 7:00pm Come join the book club at the Blvd, Mesquite. dizzying romantic adventure will delight any- Cedar City Public Library every first Monday KARAOKE AT THE STATELINE @ 7pm in the Rare Book Room. For June The Photographer’s Story one who has ever been in love (or would like to be). Utah Shakespeare Festival, 255 W. CASINO 8:00pm Tues & Fridays. Karaoke at we will be reading The Snow Child by Eowyn Photo Exhibition Center Street, Cedar City. the Stateline. Here’s your chance to be part Ivey. Our selection for July is Dead Wake by of the show or you can just sit back and listen Erik Larson. Cedar City Library, 303 N. 100 CHARLEY’S AUNT 7:30pm Plays thru Oct and have some fun. Stateline has plenty of E Cedar City. 31. A quiet luncheon turns into a corset- gaming to keep you occupied or several pool busting masquerade when two college KICKSTART YOUR HEALTH NUTRITION tables if you like to shoot. Come on down and chums go to great lengths to woo a pair of AND COOKING CLASSES 4:30pm Food For joint the fun, Karaoke begins at 8 p.m. and charming young ladies, including persuading Life Nutrition and Cooking Classes. Learn goes until we’re finished. Stateline Casino their wacky friend to pose as an aunt from the latest nutrition information, enjoy a cook- 490 West Mesquite. Brazil—where the nuts come from. Utah ing demonstration, taste healthy, delicious Shakespeare Festival, 255 W. Center Street, RED ROCK FILM FESTIVAL Nov 2-8 dishes, for Kickstart Your Health and Weight Cedar City. Bard.org Heritage Center, Cedar City. redrockfilmfes- Management. Barbara is great at teaching tival.com and food demos. Reserve soon! Nutritious ARSENIC & OLD LACE Thru Oct 31 Way Studio/Kitchen, Hummingbird Dr, St. «Arsenic and Old Lace” follows the story George. of the Brewster sisters and their nephew Events by Day KUNDALINI YOGA and Meditation Jennifer Monday - Friday thru Oct 30. Several talent- Mortimer who is trying his best to keep his crazy family under control while holding onto Tholen 7:00pm. Downtown Yoga, 50 East ed local photographers from Click Focus MONDAYS Tabernacle, St. George. Group Meetup and five Dixie University his relationship with his soon to be bride. With Photography students are exhibiting comedy, suspense and thrill this play is being COMMUNITY BEREAVEMENT ST. GEORGE DANCE COMPANY CLASS some of their favorite photos in an artist’s performed by the St. George Musical Theater. GROUP 3:30pm Community Bereavement (OPEN TO THE PUBLIC) St. George Dance expose’ at the Red Cliffs Gallery starting St. George Opera House, 212 N Main St, St. Group A supportive and educational group for Company Class (Open to the Public) Ballet October 9. Meredith Bowman, Click orga- George. those experiencing grief resulting from the loss Class Fall 2014 (Mondays 7:30pm-8:45 of a loved one. Co-sponsored by Virgin Valley nizer, has also asked the exhibitors to do ETCHED 11:00am Oct 3 & 5 - 8 Jennifer Class, 8:45–10:30pm Rehearsal) 245 N 200 and Mesa View Hospice Care. For more infor- some soul searching by writing their per- Gubler. Artist statement: Nature is my muse W (park in Senior Center Parking Lot) St. mation, please call 702.346.5224. Mesquite sonal statements so viewers can choose and Plein Air painting my passion. I paint the George. Library, 121 West First North St. Mesquite. to enter the artists’ creative world while world around me hoping to capture those browsing the art. Artists are also offering small perfect moments that make me grateful CEDAR CITY LIBRARY BOOK TUESDAYS their photos for sale individually and will to be alive. I once owned a ceramic studio CLUB 7:00pm Come join the book club at the 7:00pm first have their contact information available and for years I wondered how I could com- Cedar City Public Library every first Monday WOMEN’S GROUP MEETS Tuesday Each month. 259 West 200 North at the gallery desk. Everyone is invited to bine ceramic and watercolor, and now simply @ 7pm in the Rare Book Room. For June St. George. our reception: Friday, October 9, 6-9 PM. painting directly onto tiles, I’ve created tiny we will be reading The Snow Child by Eowyn The Red Cliffs Gallery is located at 220 windows into that world of inspiration. The Ivey. Our selection for July is Dead Wake by ALL LEVELS HATHA YOGA Hollie North 200 East, in the former city annex. DiFiore Center, 307 North Main Street, St. Erik Larson. Cedar City Library, 303 N. 100 Fillmore 9:15am. Downtown Yoga, 50 East Meredith Bowman, 805-633-0113. George. E, Cedar City. Tabernacle, St. George. The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 • Page 25 THE GRACEFUL WOMAN 6:30pm Tuesday HERITAGE WRITERS GUILD 6pm Second RADIANT CHILD YOGA Hollie Fillmore nights are now open to Women of all ages Tuesday of each month in the basement of 4:00pm. Downtown Yoga, 50 East Tabernacle, for a wonderful night of specialized teach- the library. 88 W. 100 S. St. George. ( St. George. 435) 634-5737. ings to empower, uplift, heal, strength- HEARTBEAT VINYASA FLOW Jeanne en and teach. Fruit and Yogi Tea will be OLD SCHOOL SWING DANCE + Nielson 5:30pm. Downtown Yoga, 50 East served after class. Bring your girlfriends, LESSONS Check us out on facebook for Tabernacle, St. George. TUESDAYS your daughters, your aunts, your mother more info at www.facebook.com/thefire- OPEN MIC AT JAZZY’S 9:00pm Come share and grandmother. By Donation $5 - $11. housebar. FireHouse Bar & Grill, 1476 W. TECHART STUDIO: LEARN TO DJ 10:00am your talents, or simply listen and have a beer! Sage Hills Healing Center, 6232 West Sage Sunset Blvd., St. George. TechArt Studio: Learn to DJ This interac- 285 North Bluff Street St. George. tive, hands-on experience will introduce and Hills Drive Cedar City. ECSTATIC DANCE Anne Jones 7:30pm. KUNDALINI YOGA and Meditation Erika expose you to becoming a DJ. After master- Downtown Yoga, 50 East Tabernacle, St. TRIBUTE TO ELVIS 7:00pm * Tribute to Elvis Field 7:00pm. Downtown Yoga, 50 East ing the many functions of the controller and George. Tribute to Elvis Time: 7:00 pm “From Memphis Tabernacle, St. George. software, you will be able to create your to Las Vegas - A Tribute to the King” starring OPEN PAINT NIGHT TUESDAY 6:00pm own mix, burn it to a disc and share it with WRITERS IMPROVEMENT GROUP Offered John Brooks! 7p-11p EVERY Tuesday in the Desert Rose Art Studio Invites anyone who by Heritage Writers Guild. Meets at 2pm as family, friends and fellow DJs. MEADOWS Skydome Lounge at the CasaBlanca, must would like to join a group of artist in an open well as 6pm. Bring eight pages of writing, (up LIBRARY, Mesquite. be 21 or older, no cover charge. Voted Best paint night every Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 5 pages, double spaced, 12 point font) for PM to 9:00 PM. Bring whatever medium you YOGASANA ELISE MITCHELL 5:30pm. of Las Vegas 2013 “Best Elvis Tribute Show” free and friendly feedback. More info, call want and spent an enjoyable evening. Bring a Downtown Yoga, 50 East Tabernacle, St. & “Best Lounge Performer”! CasaBlanca 435-625-1743. 88 W. 100 S. St. George. George. Resort, 950 West Mesquite Blvd Mesquite. friend if you would like. The cost is a Donation of $15.00 to help with our overhead. If you are interested in Joining us call Alice Hiatt @ THURSDAYS (435)256-3317. 225 N. Bluff St. suite #1 St. JOYFUL YOGA 6:30pm Joyful Yoga! an all George. Levels, all Ages class for anyone and every- JAZZY’S - STORM THE MIC/POETRY one! Get your Joy on with Kundalini Yoga OPEN MIC Uncensored Open Mic Event For and Meditation as taught by Yogi Bhajan. By Local Writers. Come out have a drink or a donation. $5 to $11. Thank you. Sat Nam. meal and bring a poem, short story, or other Sage Hills Healing Center, 6232 West Sage writings, or even just listen. Very supportive, Hills Drive Cedar City. inclusive, uncensored group! 285 North Bluff ALL LEVELS VINYASSA YOGA Hollie Street St. George. Fillmore 9:15am. Downtown Yoga, 50 East LIBRARY ART CLUB FOR Tabernacle, St. George. CHILDREN 6:30pm Every second and fourth LIVE MUSIC WITH NICK ADAMS 7:00pm Tuesday of each month. Free. Register in the Nick plays acoustic guitar every Thursday children’s area! 88 W. 100 S. St. George. evening George’s Corner Restaurant and OLD SCHOOL SWING DANCE + Pub, 2 W St. George Blvd. St. George. LESSONS Check us out on facebook for SINDUSTRY 7:00pm Free Drink & Drawing more info at www.facebook.com/thefire- Ticket. There will be Corn Hole Tournament, housebar. 1476 W. Sunset Blvd. St. George. Beer Pong, Jenga. Live Entertainment. $10.00 TRAUMA SENSITIVE YOGA Hosted by the Buckets of Beer. Every Thursday 7 PM- 3 AM D.O.V.E. Center - women only class. Class No cover charge. 275 Mesa Blvd Mesquite. by donation. 301 N. 200 E. #2C St. George. YOGASANA Elise Mitchelli 5:30pm. Downtown Yoga, 50 East Tabernacle, St. George. WEDNESDAYS ART JOURNALING 2:30pm through KARAOKE WITH KJ EVAN Call 435-867- Dec 18. Art Journaling 5990 for more info, or visit MikesTavernCC. Art journaling is combining art, words, colors, com. 90 W. Hoover Cedar City. textures and techniques to express your OPEN MIC AT GROOVACIOUS 7:30am Sign thoughts, emotions and desires. Come join up at 7:30, all participants selected by random us for this fun and insightful class! For more drawing. Performers limited to 10. Free. 173 information contact Maricarol Hansen at mari- N. 100 W. Cedar City. [email protected] or www.difiore- center.org, St. George. FREE2FEED BREASTFEEDING & MOTHERHOOD SUPPORT GROUP 9:30am KUNDALINI YOGA & Meditation Jiwan at the Bunkerville Community Center, 200 Shakti 7:00am. Downtown Yoga, 50 East Virgin St. Mesquite. Free2Feed is a local Tabernacle, St. George. Motherhood & Breastfeeding Support Group. WIDOWED AND SINGLES SUPPORT We aim to support & encourage women of GROUP 2:30pm Rocky Mountain Care and all ages and in all stages of motherhood by the Senior Citizen’s Center invite you to join education & Love. Check out our website for them for the Widowed & Singles Support upcoming events & guest speakers www. Group 245 North 200 West St. George. free2feed.org KUNDALINI YOGA & Meditation Jennifer FRIDAYS Tholen 9:15am. Downtown Yoga, 50 East Tabernacle, St. George. LAUNCHING PAD COMMUNITY GATHERING 6:00pm, We are a trans-denom- BRAIN FITNESS & SOUND HEALTH inational spiritual community. We focus on RESEARCH INITIATIVE 7:00pm Adults from young adults, but everyone is welcome to 47 to 87 are invited to apply for accep- join! Community potluck starts at 6pm and tance into the program. Call 435-229-6655 service begins around 7, followed by a group and talk with Nancy or Bob, graduates of discussion and spiritual practice. Visit face- the program and now facilitators. Email book.com/LaunchingPadZion for more info! [email protected]. 908 N. 1400 W. St. George. Blackridge Terrace Bldg 1, 250 W & Hilton Drive, Ste 305 St. George. FREE2FEED BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP 11:00-1:00 at the Public Library in PRIVATE CORPORATION 11:00am. Hurricane. Mommy & Tot playtime, followed Downtown Yoga, 50 East Tabernacle, St. by group discussion at 12:00. Free2Feed is George. a local Motherhood & Breastfeeding Support ANIME & GAMER CLUB 3:00pm Teens and Group. We aim to support & encourage Tweens who love Anime, gaming, or both, women of all ages and in all stages of moth- join us at the Santa Clara Library for book dis- erhood by education & Love. Check out our cussions, games, and great times! 88 West website for upcoming events & guest speak- 100 South St. George. ers. www.free2feed.org Page 26 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 KIDS CLUB 12:00pm Kids Club is now DISNEY’S WHEN YOU WISH AT JAZZ ON THE CORNER WITH THE WEST $6.00 Family pass members only $2.00 1835 TUACAHN 8:45pm Description Over 71 COAST JAZZ PLAYERS 8:00pm Live Jazz Convention Center Drive Suite B St. George. years of Disney songs come to life on stage George’s Corner Restaurant and Pub, 2 W St. in this musical spectacular! Disney’s When George Blvd., St. George. TUACAHN SATURDAY MARKET 9:00am You Wish is sure to revive old memories and Pancake breakfast 9-11 a.m. Vendor appli- create new ones for every generation that ACTIVE AGING LECTURE SERIES 10:00am cations: (435) 652-3218, tuacahn.org. 1100 has ever been swept away by the magical Mon Oct 5 An informative lecture series on healthy Tuacahn Dr Ivins. lifestyles, clinical information, stratagies for world of Disney! Tuacahn Amphitheatre, 1100 LIETO VOICES FALL CONCERT 7:30pm successful aging, and more. It is part of SATURDAY MOVIE MATINEE @ ST. Tuacahn, Ivins. Eccles Fine Arts Center, S 700 E, St. George. GEORGE LIBRARY 2:00pm Washington Intermountain LiVe Well. They meet every GOD OF CARNAGE by Yasmina Reza, HEALING CHAKRAS WITH STONES 6:30pm County Library System, 88 West 100 South Friday with the exception holidays and the translated by Christopher Hampton, through This class taught by Bonnie Olse this is a fun St. George. dates noted below 1380 East Medical Center special arrangements with Dramatist Play and unique class if you have never had the Drive St. George. ZION CANYON FARMERS MARKET 9:00am Publishing, Inc. A playground altercation opportunity to be around this fun and dynamic Zion Harvest is a 501(c)3 non-profit orga- brings together two sets of Brooklyn parents. lady now is your chance. Come learn the SATURDAYS nization in Zion Canyon to facilitate the Diplomatic niceties are observed, but as the amazing knowledge this lady has to share Farmers Market, Community Garden and meeting progresses, the gloves come off, with you.$5 Charg Liberty Tax, 695n Bluff, hold Educational programs related to food leaving the couples in tatters. Co-Directed St. George. and healthy living. Bit & Spur Restaurant by Michael Harding and DSU senior Tiffany 1212 Zion Park Blvd. Springdale Herzog. Eccles Fine Arts Center, S 700 E, Find more events daily St. George. at SUindependent.com Downtown Farmers Market SUNDAYS D.R.I.F.T.: Dixie Reason Inquiry and Free Thought: Group meets at Jazzy Java, 285 N. Bluff, St. George, Sundays from 2 p.m. till close. An open place where people can meet to talk about religion, atheism, life, death and an unlimited number of other top- ics. All are welcome. KUNDALINI YOGA and Meditation Teacher Rotation 9:00am. Downtown Yoga, 50 East Tabernacle, St. George. CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING Gatherings provide a spiritual home for likeminded people while honoring all paths to God. 799 E. Tabernacle, St. George. 11 a.m. (435) 574-2181, stgeorgecsl@gmail. The Downtown Farmers Market runs com, www.cslsg.org. 799 E. Tabernacle St. through October 31 2015 in Ancestor George. Square, 2 W. St. George Blvd. The market THE NARROWS CHURCH VERSE-BY- is open Saturdays from 8 a.m.-noon and VERSE BIBLE STUDIES Sunday mornings, features live music and an array of ven- 10:45 a.m. at Panorama Elementary School, dors. The Downtown Farmers Market is a 301 N. 2200 East, St. George. FREE. thenar- non-profit community project to promote [email protected], thenarrowschurch. the downtown area as well as promoting org, (435) 592-2605. 301 N. 2200 East St. organic gardening and homemade art, George. crafts and other goods. There’s some- thing for everyone- admission is free! UNITY CENTER OF POSITIVE LIVING For vendor information and other details, GATHERING providing a learning environ- visit www.farmersmarketdowntown.com, ment on how positive affirmations, or prayer email [email protected] works. Explaining how super-natural heal- or call (435) 632-3721. ing occurs whether physically, or spiritually, when you believe. People of all beliefs are KARAOKE SATURDAYS! 9:00pm You’re welcome. For more info visit stgrgeunity@ The Star! with Gayle Louise. 21 and over. gmail.com or call 435-817-1746 1072 E. 900 Great food! 720 East 700 South St. George. S St. George. GUIDED SATURDAY MORNING WORLD PEACE GARDENS HIKE 7:00am Venture into the stunning out- GATHERINGS 11:30am St. George. back that surrounds St. George on a guided Nonreligious speakers promoting oneness, half day hiking tour (4-5 hours). Scheduled world peace and sustainable living. (435) hiking tours begin at the St. George Adventure Hub on Saturday mornings (Spring and Fall 703-0077, www.WorldPeaceGardens.org. months). Your guide is a local expert who FREE. 1871 W. Canyon View Dr. St. George. is also specially trained as a Wilderness First Responder (WFR)​. Adventure Hub St. Events by Date George, 128 North 100 West Suite 124, St. George. stgeorgehub.com, 435-673-7246. Fri, Oct 2 UNITY CENTER OF POSITIVE LIVING GATHERING providing a learning GEORGE STREETFEST ON MAIN 6 to environment on how positive affirmations, 10 p.m. making history in southern Utah. In or prayer works. Explaining how super- addition to a street market, stage concert, natural healing occurs whether physically, and food truck village, the new Zion Brewing or spiritually, when you believe. People of Company Jazz Garden will offer wine, beer, all beliefs are welcome. For more info visit and paired fruit and cheese to the background [email protected] or call 435-817-1746 of live jazz music. This city-sponsored event 1072 E. 900 S St. George. is the first of its kind for St. George and will be located at the Ancestor Square courtyard. GENTLE BEGINNERS YOGA Hollie Fillmore 10:30am. Downtown Yoga, 50 East Tabernacle, St. George. Sat, Oct 3 NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY OF TOP 40/DANCE/HOUSE TOP 40/DANCE/ SIBERIA 7:30pm Cox Performing Arts HOUSE and various themed events TBA. Center, 325 South 700 East, St. George. Envy Nightclub & Lounge, 792 W. Pioneer Blvd., Mesquite. www.facebook.com/envyne- THE SYMPHONY SOIREE Heritage Center vada. 792 W. Pioneer Blvd. Mesquite. Theatre, 105 N 100 E, Cedar City. The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 • Page 27 CHILDREN’S DENTAL PRESENTS 15TH Thurs Oct 8 Sat, Oct 10 ANNUAL PUMPKIN FESTIVAL 10:00 AM OSU PRESENTS: “RHYTHM OF THE ART IN KAYENTA FESTIVAL 11:00am The - 3:00 PM Women in Business created this DRUM” Heritage Center Theatre, 105 N 100 Festival will feature over 70 Artists from event to help build their scholarship fund. E, Cedar City. across the country, amazing live music, spe- It has quadrupled in size from its beginning YOUR FEATURED EVENT HERE! cialty food vendors and the return of the back 15 years ago when it was held on the popular Beer and Wine Garden.The live-artist lawn of the Randal Jones Theater. It was CALL 435-656-1555 Fri, Oct 9 event “Art in the Moment” and will take place in the Cedar City Main Street park for sev- ART IN KAYENTA FESTIVAL 11:00am Over during the festival on Saturday, Oct. 10th eral years until it got rained out last year and they were given the opportunity to go to the 70 Artists from across the country, amazing starting at 2 p.m. The festival will also include Weds, Oct 7 Diamond Z arena and a new relationship live music, specialty food vendors and the both a live auction event and an expanded was formed. Women in Business gave over CHOIR CONCERT 6:00pm Kathy Young return of the popular Beer and Wine Garden. silent auction this year. Kayenta Art Village, 8 scholarships valuing $6000 dollars this Hurricane High School, 345 West Tiger Blvd. The live-artist event “Art in the Moment” and 800 Kayenta Parkway, Ivins. will take place during the festival on Saturday, year. They have a goal for the 2015 pumpkin DESERT HILLS HIGH: DHHS CHOIR Oct. 10th starting at 2 p.m. The festival will RED ROCK FILM FESTIVAL SNEAK PEEK festival is $15,000.00 so they can double their CONCERT 7:30pm, 828 East Desert Hills also include both a live auction event and an featuring local film “Rock of Refuge” 6:30 pm scholarships. Please join us in raising these Drive, St. George. expanded silent auction this year. Kayenta Art Hampton Inn & suites. 1127 Zion Park Blvd, funds. For information on volunteering or hav- LIVE MUSIC WITH ART COWLES 7:00pm Village, 800 Kayenta Parkway, Ivins. Springdale. redrockfilmfestival.com ing a vendor booth please contact Deniece 586-4484, Cedar City. Alternative Rock George’s Corner Restaurant WOMEN’S CHOIR & VOCAL JAZZ Eccles CHOIR & CHAMBER CHOIR Eccles and Pub, 2 W St. George Blvd., St. George. Fine Arts Center, S 700 E, St. George. Fine Arts Center, S 700 E, St. George. ZION ROCKTOBERFEST 2:00pm 3rd Annual Zion RockToberfest promises an eclectic lineup of Oompah and Rock. German food with the best brats this side of the Rhein, plus Beer and Wine Garden, featuring the craft ales of Zion Canyon Brewing Co. There will be a free kids zone with bouncy houses, obstacle courses and a climbing wall. Lots of sweets, treats, games and Brat-Eating Contest. Admission is FREE and for ALL- AGES. The fun goes all day into midnight, during one of the most beautiful times of the year to visit Zion! Zion Canyon Brew Pub, 95 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale. Sun, Oct 11 SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA @ St George Town Square, St. George.

Diva Diamonds® Silver Heart Pendant Mon, Oct 12 $99 KOLOB KANYON BOOK CLUB 2:00pm Washington County Library System, 34 South 2900 East, New Harmony. Tues, Oct 13 CHAMBER MUSIC: FLUTE CHOIR Eccles Shimmering Diamonds® Fine Arts Center, S 700 E, St. George. Sterling Silver Pendant $159 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Weds, Oct 14 $259 SYMPHONY BAND Eccles Fine Arts Center, S 700 E, St. George. Sat, Oct 17 Shimmering Diamonds® Diamond & Sterling Silver 14K Yellow Gold Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Ring THE HAWK BROTHERS 4:00pm Come out for some contemporary rock! Zion Canyon 1/4 ctw. 1/2 ctw. $929 $1,629 Sapphire & Diamond Brew Pub, 95 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale. Pendant $479 BANYAN LIVE. Come out for some alterna- tive rock at the Bit and Spur located at 1212 Zion Park Blvd. in Springdale. Admission is $20. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older. Diamond Ring Stackable Diamond Ring HIKE FOR PAWS 9:00am Want to go on a 1 ctw. $2,499 3/8 ctw. $1,179 beautiful hike and help cats and dogs? Of course you do. Join us on the first bi-monthly Shimmering Diamonds® Ring “Hike for PAWS” (Providing Animals With 3/8 ctw. $1,279 Support in St. George, Utah) on October 17. Red Reef Trail, Red Cliffs Desert Reserve, 251 West Telegraph, Washington. PUMPKIN PAINTING AND CARVING 10:00am “Family friendly activity. We will have available paints for younger Diamond Moves With participants and carving tools for older par- Every Breath She Takes ticipants. Come enjoy a fall activity “ (702) 346 5705 [email protected] Mesquite Heritage Museum, Mesquite. Diamond Stud Earrings 673-2552 1/2 ctw. $1,079 43 E. St. George Blvd. Tues, Oct 20 DESERT HILLS HIGH: DHHS BAND milnejewelry.jewelershowcase.com Best Prices ~ Local expertise since 1951 CONCERT 7:30pm Desert Hills High School, 828 East Desert Hills Drive, St. George. Page 28 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 THE MARTIN & LEWIS TRIBUTE Weds, Oct 21 SHOW 8:30pm The music, the laughter… BAY POINT BALLET “DRACULA” Oct 20 the love. Tom Stevens (from USA) and Tony & 21. 7:30pm Based on the novel by Bram Lewis (from Australia) perform as Dean Stoker and brought to life by Bruce Steivel’s and Jerry together in the USA! Don’t miss FUNdamentals of Kids COLLAGE SELF PORTRAIT 3:30pm Collage innovative choreography, this haunting tale this incredible opportunity see this one of a Yoga Workshop Self Portrait Bring in a picture from your last of Dracula’s eternal search for the woman he kind show. CasaBlanca Resort, 950 West vacation (or a favorite picture of yourself) and loves will have you on the edge of your seat. Mesquite Blvd, Mesquite. we’ll make a copy of it that you can turn into a In case you were wondering... yes, costumes SPOOKY TOWN FAIR 10:00am Oct 23 - 24. piece of art! Mesquite Library, 121 West First are allowed and encouraged at all Dracula Nearly 100 different business vendors, a North St., Mesquite. performances! Cox Performing Arts Center, wide variety of children’s games and attrac- BAY POINT BALLET “DRACULA” Oct 20 325 South 700 East, St. George. tions, live entertainment, and a fun festival & 21. 7:30pm Based on the novel by Bram DEMO & DINNER WITH BARBARA & atmosphere, we will bring the people to you Stoker and brought to life by Bruce Steivel’s DUANE 6:00pm 3rd Wed of each month and your business. Bring the largest family innovative choreography, this haunting tale from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Food demonstrations friendly Halloween Festival in Southern Utah. of Dracula’s eternal search for the woman he of 8-12 recipes, substitutions made easy to Carnival games, bounce houses, vendors, loves will have you on the edge of your seat. whole food plant-based including a full dinner food booths, continuous entertainment. This In case you were wondering... yes, costumes served in an elegant room with all the trim- is a fundraiser for Washington County School Oct 24 2-5pm Have you wanted to bring are allowed and encouraged at all Dracula mings. Dishes include a Refreshing Seasonal District Foundation. Town Square, St. George. Yoga into your classroom, studio, home performances! Cox Performing Arts Center, Drink, Appetizer, Main Dish or 2, Side Dish or daycare, but you aren’t sure where 325 South 700 East, St. George. and Dessert or 2. Plus learn how to “veg- Sat, Oct 24 to start? This workshop is perfect for HOW TO MAKE THE SUPER TONIC anize” your favorite standard American meals anyone wanting to share the benefits of LIVE PAINTING Oct 24 & 25 with Kristi TINCTURE 6:30pm SuperTonic was Passed with copies of all recipes used. Reserve Yoga with the children in their lives in a down From a LDS Pioneer Dr Pretty Meeks now, limited seating. Have a fun night out! Grussendorf. Jeff Kuhns, the pottery artist will safe, fun and positive way. We will cover Journal. This Tincture Is full of amazing Nutritious Way Studio/Kitchen, Hummingbird be on site. Worthington Gallery, W 789 Zion everything from breathing exercises, short immune boosting properties and will kill strep Dr, St. George. Park Blvd. Springdale.435-772-4336. classroom breaks to themed yoga classes and fun yoga games. You will walk away throat in a instance. You can come learn JAZZ CONCERT Eccles Fine Arts Center, S SPOOKY TOWN FAIR 10:00am Oct 23 - 24. full of ideas and possibilities and have a about this product and learn to make it at the 700 E, St. George. Nearly 100 different business vendors, a same time. This class will cost and you will wide variety of children’s games and attrac- blast while doing it. $35$25 with early reg- walk away with knowledge of tinctures and a tions, live entertainment, and a fun festival istration before Oct 23. 558 E Riverside Dr bottle of your own . email me @ oils4unurb- Thurs, Oct 22 atmosphere, we will bring the people to you #210, St George. Call 435-225-6529. [email protected] to rsvp so you can get the BAND CONCERT 6:00pm Kathy Young and your business. Bring the largest family ZION CANYON ROTARY CLUB ANNUAL cost liberty Tax, 693N Bluff St, St. George. Hurricane High School, 345 West Tiger Blvd, friendly Halloween Festival in Southern Utah. AUCTION FOR EDUCATION on the front PASSPORT TO HEROES LECTURE Hurricane. Carnival games, bounce houses, vendors, lawn of Springdale Elementary School. The SERIES 7:00pm Join us every month as we food booths, continuous entertainment will auctionand a performance by Springdale highlight a different aspect or idea of the word keep you there all day. This is a fundrais- Elementary School students begins at 4 p.m. “hero” presented in a lecture series by a dif- Fri, Oct 23 er for Washington County School District on the front lawn of Springdale Elementary ferent community member. For May, we will READER’S CIRCLE BOOK CLUB 3:00pm Foundation. Town Square, St. George. School on Zion Park Boulevard. For more be learning about 10 American literary heroes Reader’s Circle Book Club Washington details and to preview auction items visit by SUU English Professor Kyle Bishop. Cedar County Library System, 36 South 300 West, YOUR FEATURED EVENT HERE! springdaletown.com/community/rotary-club, City Library, 303 N. 100 E, Cedar City. Hurricane. CALL 435-656-1555 or call Jill Burt at (435) 772-3264.

The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2015 • Page 29 DIXIE WATERCOLOR SOCIETY MEMBERS Mon, Oct 26 MEETING Dixie Watercolor Society Members. Thurs, Nov 5 FALL FESTIVAL 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. The You don’t have to be a member to attend and BARNUM (THE MUSICAL) Barnum tells Garden will host a Fall Festival. This event feel free to bring a friend. Sr. Citizen Center, the story of the Prince of Humbug, Phineas features a spook alley, mad scientist experi- 245 n. 200 w., St. George. Taylor Barnum. Over the objections of his RED ROCK FILM FESTIVAL KICK OFF IN ments, children’s art projects, educational wife, Charity, Barnum attempts to create a ST. GEORGE. 6:30 pm Prophet’s Prey. 8:45 booths and more. This event is free. The Fri, Oct 30 show in which the main attractions are freaks pm Wildlike. redrockfilmfestival.com Garden is located in Tonaquint Park located of society. Eccles Fine Arts Center, S 700 E, BENEFIT FOR BIKERS AGAINST CHILD FREE COMIC SPOOK DAY 11:00am at 1851 S Dixie Drive. For more information St. George. ABUSE 6:00pm Food, music, and Family Celebrate Halloween Fest 2015 this year call 435.673.3617. The Garden, 1851 S Dixie fun! The goal is to raise enough money for comic book style. Comics Plus has partnered Drive, St. George. B.A.C.A. to put three kids in therapy for a up with St. George Book Festival to help year. Support this amazing organization while promote literacy and the love of reading. The Weds, Oct 28 having a great time! Hurricane Fine Arts stay up to date on Book Festival and Comic Fest is a chance for Center, 92 S 100 W, Hurricane. book lovers of all ages and genres to enjoy FRIGHT NIGHT AT THE GALLERY 6:00pm entertainment, some great, free-of-charge literary events at 6:00 PM 8:00 PM “Paul Benedict will be HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR 7:30pm A locations throughout the St. George commu- performing dramatic readings of short sto- treasure for all ages, this delightful Southwest nity. For our part, Comics Plus will be hosting ries by Edgar Allan Poe. Stories will include Symphony concert under the direction arts, events, Free Comic Book Day. On this day, special ““The Fall of the House of Usher””, ““Annabel of Maestro Gary Caldwell offers tantaliz- Halloween comics will be given away FREE, Lee””, ““Serenade””, ““Spirits of the Dead””, ing music of the Halloween season. The theater, music, no purchase necessary. Bring out the whole and ““The Raven””. This free event is suit- St. George Dance Company and Summer family for our spooktacular event. Comics able for teens and adults, and is sponsored Belnap Robertson offer magical zest and recreation, Plus, 348 W. St. George Blvd., St. George. by the Virgin Valley Artists Association. Light sparkle to the occasion. Don’t be afraid to refreshments will be provided.” 702-346-6633 ST. GEORGE GALA 6:00pm The St. George wear your costume. Note: Children in cos- [email protected] , Mesquite. dining, local news Gala for Scholarships, a dinner-dance with tumes are admitted free. Cox Performing Arts honored guests hosted by the St. George Center, 325 South 700 East, St. George. Branch of the American Association of Thurs, Oct 29 and more at University Women, will be held Oct. 24 at PUMKIN CARNIVAL AND COSTUME the DiFiore Center for Arts and Education at Sat, Oct 31 PARADE 4:00pm Pumkin Carnival and suindependent.com 307 N. Main St. in St. George. http://aauw- TASTE OF CEDAR CITY FALL BUSINESS Costume Parade Join us for a pumpkin deco- stgeorge.org/tickets/ DiFiore Center, 307 N SHOWCASE & TRUNK-R-TREAT 10:00am rating event! Costume parade and games. updated daily Main St, St. George. Fall Business Showcase to showcase what ! Mesquite Library, 121 West First North St., they do for the public. There will be local NICK ADAMS 4:00pm Come out for some Mesquite. entertainment throughout the day along with alternative rock! Zion Canyon Brew Pub, 95 trick r treating for the kids from business to Zion Park Blvd, Springdale. EUREKA CASINO RESORT Calling all ghouls and goblins, Shreeek-Reeka is back! business and other activities. Diamond Z THOMAS ANDERSON DUO 8:00pm Eureka Casino Resort, 275 Mesa Blvd, Arena, 11 N Cross Hollow Drive, Cedar City. Classic’s George’s Corner Restaurant and Mesquite. Pub, 2 W St. George Blvd., St. George. BRANSON ANDERSON 4:00pm Come out ORCHESTRA CONCERT 6:00pm Deborah Halloween evening for some folk music! Thornton Hurricane High School, 345 West Zion Canyon Brew Pub, 95 Zion Park Blvd, Find more at SUindependent.com Tiger Blvd, Hurricane. Springdale.

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