Colette Dalton is a licensed clinical social worker and certified sex therapist licensed in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho. She has worked in the mental health space for over a decade and specializes in working with adults navigating trauma, faith transitions, identity shifts, and those who embrace mystical practices. In her free time, she loves reading, learning, listening to podcasts, swimming, pulling oracle and tarot cards, and cheering on Utah Royals or the U.S. Women's National Soccer team. Title: “From Resistance to Resilience: Embodying Queer Joy” Where: Signature Books, 508 W 400 N, SLC When: Thursday 24 April, 6pm-7:30 Overview: In this presentation, we will explore the journey from resistance to resilience, unpacking how queer joy is not just a fleeting emotion but an embodied practice that fosters healing and community. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how to cultivate queer joy in their own lives and support it in others, transforming resilience into a daily act of liberation.

Join us for a special “Cocktail Napkin Sermon” event (a concept Chad Michael Hardy developed and is known for), during which he will provide an intimate overview of his “Law of Zero” philosophy, offering a concise yet powerful exploration of personal empowerment and authenticity. Afterward, he will stay for a Q&A and to sign books. About Law of Zero: Publisher Marketing A Zero Hero's Guide to Self-Acceptance and Personal Empowerment In this inspirational cross between self-help and memoir, Chad Michael Hardy chronicles his journey from a strict Mormon upbringing to self-acceptance and true authenticity. Facing a crisis of faith due to living inauthentically, Hardy developed the transformative law of Zero to get unstuck, find balance, and unlock infinite potential. Now, he reveals how you can do the same through five entry points: Seek Awareness, Secure Alignment, Take Ownership, Release to Receive, and Engage Power. Among the many powerful lessons he presents are - self-awareness is crucial for breaking free from victimhood and finding new perspectives on life, - releasing negative beliefs, stories, and judgments that limit your true self is essential for personal growth, and - taking ownership of your trauma and forgiving those who have caused harm cultivates self-love, empathy, renewal, and freedom from pain. Hardy shares his unfiltered story and the life-changing effects of the Law of Zero to guide anyone struggling with identity and societal expectations to embrace their authentic self, unleash their sacred power, and find lasting healing and happiness. About Chad Michael Hardy: Raised as a devout member of the LDS church, Chad made international headlines when he was excommunicated and stripped of his degree from BYU. Since his discovery of Zero, Chad has refocused the multitude of personal challenges throughout his life into helping others find their authentic joy and their True Self. His passion for people led him to cultivate a flourishing team-building business, Adventure Games, Inc. With advanced praise from Tony Award winner Julie Newmar and legendary sports executive David Meltzer, Law of Zero is a unique blend of memoir and self-help that chronicles his journey from his strict Mormon upbringing to embracing his authentic self as a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community. https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/law-of-zero

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Join us on the first Tuesday of each month for a mystical series of evenings celebrating Sufi Poetry. The Rumi Poetry Club was founded by Rasoul Shams in 2007, on the occasion of the 800th anniversary of Jalâluddin Rumi’s birth. Since then, they have celebrated the poetry, inspiration, and perennial teachings of Rumi and other poets of the heart, nature, and spiritual life from around the world. Rasoul Shams first learned of Rumi's poems in his Persian classes as a young boy in Iran. The works of Rumi and other Persian poets have been his spiritual companions for decades. He has studied and lived in India, Japan, and the USA. His books include Rumi: The Art of Loving, Rumi Essays: On the Life, Poetry, and Vision of the Greatest Persian Sufi Poet, The Words of Rumi, and Through Love Pain is Healed. https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/spring-with-rumi-may-2025

Caring Connections: A Hope and Comfort in Grief Program of the University of Utah College of Nursing will hold its annual Seeds of Remembrance event on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 7:00-9:00 p.m., at the College of Nursing (10 South 2000 East Salt Lake City, UT 84112). The event will also stream on Zoom for those who are unable to join in person. Seeds of Remembrance is an opportunity for individuals to come together and cope with the loss of a family member or friend while honoring the memory of the person who died. The event is free and open to the public. This year’s theme is “Forging a New Path: A Way Forward in Grief.” The program’s featured speaker is Vickie Walker, founder of the non-profit Circles of Comfort. In 2007, Vickie’s husband was killed in a shooting at Trolley Square in Salt Lake City. Vickie went on to create Circles of Comfort, an organization that provides community support, resources, and information to victims of violent crime and sudden, unexpected death. In this year’s program, Vickie will be sharing her story and how she has been navigating her journey with grief. The program will also feature musical performances by Esera Mose. This event is free and open to the public. Parking will be available at or near the building. For more information, call 801-585-9522 or email caringconnections@utah.edu. You may also RSVP here: https://utahnursing.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_85MMpgOCGLiLA2y

This is the second of a quarterly series where we will work with the Medicine Wheel, or Celtic Calendar, to understand behaviors in ourselves and others we encounter. We explore patterns in our lives and others' using these ancient festivals and the knowledge they contain. Typically, we will start with a talk and then explore this more in a Shamanic Drum Journey and share our experiences afterwards. At this time of Bealtaine, we celebrate the start of summer and ready ourselves to celebrate being; the joy of life, the tactile senses, our connection to the land and all around us. You don’t need to have attended the first event or have any experience in this work to attend. About Stephen Pitcher: Stephen has recently moved from Ireland where he studied Shamanic and Druidic practices with teachers from Mexico, Ireland, and the U.K. The Shamanic path is a nature-based Indigenous wisdom helping us to understand ourselves and rooted in compassion, simplicity, appreciation, and balance. Stephen works with individual clients and groups in healing sessions and also uses these teachings in corporate practices and coaching. He firmly believes all this work is meaningless unless it helps us as we pay the gas bill, earn a living, and nurture our relationships. Learn more about Stephen on his website, www.stephenpitcher.ie https://www.goldenbraidslc.com/events/understanding-the-medicine-wheel-may-2025

Join us for the fourth lecture from the 2025 Mildred Berryman Institute Lecture Series. In-person and virtual options available (see zoom link below). Featured Speaker: Sascha Darlington This lecture delves into the intersectional strategies of early HIV/AIDS activism, particularly focusing on the ways LGBTQ+ communities - especially Queer People of Color - transformed grief and neglect into grassroots action, visibility, and public health advocacy. Sascha’s work uses desire-centered historical research to highlight the dynamic and diverse coalitions that emerged during the crisis, and how their legacies continue to shape activism today. Special thanks to Signature Books for allowing us to host this event in their space! Please plan plenty of time to find parking and join us early to find your seat. Parking lot has limited spaces. Convenient street parking is also available. TICKETS: Sliding scale ticket cost. Tickets not required but we request you pay what you are able to help support Utah queer history! Click "Donate" under this link: https://givebutter.com/7cbzVH ZOOM LINK: https://utah.zoom.us/j/96155308898

Join us for the fourth lecture from the 2025 Mildred Berryman Institute Lecture Series. In-person and virtual options available (see zoom link below). Featured Speaker: Sascha Darlington This lecture delves into the intersectional strategies of early HIV/AIDS activism, particularly focusing on the ways LGBTQ+ communities - especially Queer People of Color - transformed grief and neglect into grassroots action, visibility, and public health advocacy. Sascha’s work uses desire-centered historical research to highlight the dynamic and diverse coalitions that emerged during the crisis, and how their legacies continue to shape activism today. Special thanks to Signature Books for allowing us to host this event in their space! Please plan plenty of time to find parking and join us early to find your seat. Parking lot has limited spaces. Convenient street parking is also available. TICKETS: Sliding scale ticket cost. Tickets not required but we request you pay what you are able to help support Utah queer history! Click "Donate" under this link: https://givebutter.com/7cbzVH ZOOM LINK: https://utah.zoom.us/j/96155308898

Join us for the fourth lecture from the 2025 Mildred Berryman Institute Lecture Series. In-person and virtual options available (see zoom link below). Featured Speaker: Sascha Darlington This lecture delves into the intersectional strategies of early HIV/AIDS activism, particularly focusing on the ways LGBTQ+ communities - especially Queer People of Color - transformed grief and neglect into grassroots action, visibility, and public health advocacy. Sascha’s work uses desire-centered historical research to highlight the dynamic and diverse coalitions that emerged during the crisis, and how their legacies continue to shape activism today. Special thanks to Signature Books for allowing us to host this event in their space! Please plan plenty of time to find parking and join us early to find your seat. Parking lot has limited spaces. Convenient street parking is also available. TICKETS: Sliding scale ticket cost. Tickets not required but we request you pay what you are able to help support Utah queer history! Click "Donate" under this link: https://givebutter.com/7cbzVH ZOOM LINK: https://utah.zoom.us/j/96155308898

Join us for the fourth lecture from the 2025 Mildred Berryman Institute Lecture Series. In-person and virtual options available (see zoom link below). Featured Speaker: Sascha Darlington This lecture delves into the intersectional strategies of early HIV/AIDS activism, particularly focusing on the ways LGBTQ+ communities - especially Queer People of Color - transformed grief and neglect into grassroots action, visibility, and public health advocacy. Sascha’s work uses desire-centered historical research to highlight the dynamic and diverse coalitions that emerged during the crisis, and how their legacies continue to shape activism today. Special thanks to Signature Books for allowing us to host this event in their space! Please plan plenty of time to find parking and join us early to find your seat. Parking lot has limited spaces. Convenient street parking is also available. TICKETS: Sliding scale ticket cost. Tickets not required but we request you pay what you are able to help support Utah queer history! Click "Donate" under this link: https://givebutter.com/7cbzVH ZOOM LINK: https://utah.zoom.us/j/96155308898