Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday
On the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, watch the most popular movies from the Library's collection on the big screen. No need to wait on the hold list to see these hits!
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Victoria and Abdul
Main Library Auditorium · Apr 25 · 2pm -
If Opportunity doesn't knock, build a door.
Milton BerleBusiness Growth Strategies
Join The City Library and Salt Lake SCORE for this monthly workshop series that will help you start up and nurture your small business. You will meet with business mentors to discuss the steps involved in starting a business, and learn the keys to success.
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The Cruelest Month: World War I Commemorative Events
Chapman BranchThe Cruelest Month: World War I Commemorative Events
When the Chapman Branch opened in May of 1918, World War I still raged in Europe. April of that year marked a turning point that eventually led to the Armistice, ending that great and terrible war. As part of a month-long commemoration of that “cruelest month,” the branch will hold film screenings, talks, and other commemorations.
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Computer Classes
at The City LibraryThe City Library offers a variety of computer classes every month, from introductory classes and basic skills to advanced classes in the Creative Lab.
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The Chapman Branch has served the people of Salt Lake since May 27, 1918.
Year of Centennial Celebration
Throughout the year there will be Centennial events like Chapman's 100th birthday party! Look out for decades-themed book displays and share your personal memories of #chapman100.
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As any small business owner knows, starting a business is not glamorous work.
Kevin McCarthySimple Steps for Starting Your Business
Join Salt Lake SCORE for a workshops that will help you get your start-up off the ground. Participants will meet with business mentors to discuss the steps involved in starting a business, and will learn the keys to success.
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Film has the power to take you around the world or travel through time.
3rd Thu of each month · 6:30–8:30pmMonthly screenings of powerful films examining current and historical social issues from throughout the world. Selections coincide with the Marmalade Branch's Monthly Collection Highlight themes.
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Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time
Thomas MertonA monthly showcase of short new works and works-in-progress by local artists in many disciplines. One Sunday a month, come see new pieces in music, dance, writing, film, theater, performance art and the like, each 12 minutes or less.
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Yoga Flow
Marmalade BranchYoga Flow
Yoga Flow combines music and yoga for a unique class designed for all experience levels. Led by certified teacher Sarah Kelly, this class centers on breath awareness, as well as promoting a sense of calm meditative focus as you move through various yoga poses.
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Stay informed on local issues.
Marmalade LibraryThere may be as many as six ballot initiatives when Utah voters go to the polls this November. Through panel discussions and Q & A sessions, this town hall-style series will help you make informed decisions when you vote by explaining the issues behind these ballot initiatives, and the pros and cons of each.
The Salt Lake City Library hosts art exibits throughout the year. We also lists citywide exhibits here and in our events calendar. If you are a local artist, click on "Call for Entries" to get involved.
Salt Lake City Performance Art Festival: Call for Proposals Submit your idea for performance at this year's Performance Art Festical, scheduled to take place Oct 5–6. Main Library
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My Marmalade: Artwork by Students from Washington Elementary Reception: Thu, May 10, 5:30–7:30pm, Arts & Culture Night at Washington Elementary (420 N 200 W) Marmalade Branch
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The Thunder, Perfect Mind: Digital Artwork by Todd Powelson Reception: Sat, Mar 10, 3–5pm Corinne and Jack Sweet Branch
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Piecing Together Mental Illness Piecing Together Mental Illness Presentation: Fri, Apr, 20 · 7–8pm, Reception: Fri, Apr, 20 · 8–9pm Main Library, Lower Urban Room
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Visions Seldom All They Seem: Double Exposure Photography by Ellen Marie Lewis Reception: Sat, Mar 31, 4–5:30pm Marmalade Branch
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Cory Dumont: Artwork by Cory Dumont Reception: Sat, Mar 10, 4–5pm Chapman Branch
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CALL FOR ENTRIES
Exhibits are chosen by a staff committee according to the needs and interests of the community, the variety of shows, the artistic quality of the works, and the suitability of format for each library's physical space. Submissions are accepted twice annually: during the two-week periods prior to April 10 and October 10.
TEEN ART EXHIBIT CALL FOR ENTRIES
Teen artists and art instructors, submit your or your student's portfolio to be featured at The City Library! We are always on the lookout for original art exhibitions for the Main Library's Canteena Space on Level 2, and welcome submissions year-round.
PERFORMANCE ART FESTIVAL CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Each year, The City Library's Performance Art Festival invites the Salt Lake City community to experience world-class performance art, live and in person, featuring works from respected local and international artists. Curator Kristina Lenzi assembles a varied group of performances, suitable for all ages and interests. If you are interested in performing, please submit a proposal by May 31, 2018.