Utah Global Diplomacy's International Leadership Academy offers free monthly professional development workshops for young professionals interested in International Affairs and Diplomacy. This month we're discussing and learning about about Beating Imposter Syndrome! This workshop provides a transformative opportunity to conquer imposter syndrome, empowering you to embrace your unique talents, and thrive in your career path. Join our Professional Development Workshops to refine leadership skills, connect with like-minded peers, and discover a mentor! This opportunity is free and open to the public, but registration is required. May 7th, 2024 from 5:30pm - 7:00pm at 151 E 5600 S Ste 206, SLC https://utahglobaldiplomacy.org/events/full-calendar/international-leadership-academy/defeating-imposter-syndrome-with-confidence-professional-development-workshop-4

Art Access is proud to present the 22nd year of their beloved 300 Plates fundraising event. May 9th from 6-9pm at Venue 6Six9. Every year over 200 artists from all over Utah paint original works on 10 x 11 inch boards to be auctioned for one night in May. All proceeds support Art Access's programming for artists with disabilities which include professional mentorship, exhibition opportunities, and training and advocacy for the Utah arts and culture scene. The general admission ticket price is $75. Plates will once again be sold in a wristband drawing. Guests have long enjoyed the experience of choosing a wristband when they check in and having the different wristband designs randomly selected for the opportunity to buy artwork from the over 300 plates in the show. To get tickets or for more information, please visit: www.artaccessutah.org/300plates2024/ or Instagram: @artaccessutah - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artaccessutah

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/karl-dunn-how-to-burn-a-rainbow-tickets-896696913607 Join us for a book launch event with author and creative director Karl Dunn On this International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, Karl Dunn will be discussing and signing his memoir How to Burn a Rainbow in the Umbrella Cafe. This event is free and open to all. RSVP is encouraged. This venue is wheelchair accessible and masks are required. Preorder your copy at Under the Umbrella Bookstore!

SLAM: Salt Lake Academy of Music will perform three ROCK the WOK! rock, pop, blues and jazz dinner shows (free admission with dinner) on May 21 and 23, 2024 on the stage of the New Golden Dragon Restaurant in Salt Lake City. Details at https://slamslc.org/calendar

Ballet West’s sixth Choreographic Festival is bringing several international guest companies to the stage with new choreography and diverse Asian voices. A world premiere creation for Ballet West by the emerging choreographers Zhongjing Fang and Caili Quan, alongside new works by several visiting organizations for a memorable program of dance in the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center. Once again, audiences will see dancers and choreographers exploring their art form in intriguing and cutting-edge new creations. Tickets here: https://www.balletwest.org/events/detail/choreographicfest24

This is a fun free event put on by the Utah Parent Center for families who have children, youth, and adults with disabilities to come and enjoy time out in the community together. The highlights of this event is a self-advocate talent show followed by an all abilities dance party! There will also be roller skating/adaptive skating, games and giveaways, and community resources. For more information and to register please visit utahparentcenter.org/family-festival and follow us at @utahparentcenter on IG. Registration and admission are free. The first 500 registrants will also get free skate rental! Registration opens 5/3/2024.

The SLAM Music Festival is now accepting young Utah music artists under 21 performance applications for all genres now through July 15, 2024. Winners announced on August 15 for the September 7, 2024 festival in downtown Salt Lake City.