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Millard County Events Calendar
* * * Updated
weekly, so check back often * * * (To add an
event to the calendar, go to http://millardcountytravel.com/events/submit.php) August 2010
August 28 – Silver Sage Chuck Wagon Dinner Show, 225 East
Main, Delta. If you want a trip back in
time, you’ve come to the right place! We
love old cowboy music and fundamentals.
We want to transport you to a simpler place in time where music and good
ol’ home cookin’ were all it took to put a smile on a man’s face. We want you to forget about your busy lives
for a couple of hours. We want you to
laugh with us, sing along with us and eat to your hearts’ content. Seating begins at 6: 30 pm. Contact Kirk Hoggard, 435-864-7603 for more
information. September 2010
Sept
3-6 – Labor Day
Fly-In, Delta
Municipal Airport, Delta. All
ultralight, lightsport and experimental aircraft are invited to Delta once a
year for flying, food and fun. Airplane games such as water balloon drops,
candy drops and ultralight golf (which involves dropping a golf ball from low
level flight over a green at the golf course) will be played as weather
permits. Spectators are welcome to come to the airport to look at the aircraft
and watch some of the airplane games. Admission is free for spectators. Raffle
tickets are sold to help support the next year's fly-in. Lots of prizes will be
given away thanks to our sponsors. Airplane rides can be purchased for a small
fee (early morning and late evenings are best for taking flights). So come and
enjoy the fun! Contact Randy Fowles 435-979-1914
for further information. Schedule of events is as follows: Fri, Sept 3: set up and check in, open flying. Sat, Sept 4 7:00
am – Pilot meeting, open flying (introductory flights, small fee) Noon
– Lunch ($5.00) 600-7:00
pm – Dinner ($10.00) 7:30
pm – Water balloon drop contest Sun, Sept 5 7:00
am – Pilot meeting, cross county flight to Fillmore Airport (30 miles). Breakfast ($5.00) at the Fillmore
airport. Introductory flights at
Fillmore Airport (small fee). 7:30
pm – Airplane golf (weather permitting) $10, winner takes all 8:00
pm – Awards and raffle drawings 9:00
pm – Movie in the hangar Mon, Sept 6 Open
flying Introductory
flights (morning only, small fee) Sept 4 – Silver Sage Chuck Wagon Dinner Show, 225 East
Main, Delta. If you want a trip back in
time, you’ve come to the right place! We
love old cowboy music and fundamentals.
We want to transport you to a simpler place in time where music and good
ol’ home cookin’ were all it took to put a smile on a man’s face. We want you to forget about your busy lives
for a couple of hours. We want you to
laugh with us, sing along with us and eat to your hearts’ content. Seating begins at 6:30 pm. Contact Kirk Hoggard, 435-864-7603 for more
information. Sept 6, Labor Day– Leamarado Days, Leamington. Leamarado
Days began in 1946 when the town planned a homecoming celebration for World War
II soldiers. The celebration was held on Labor Day and consisted of a program
in the morning, a noon barbecue and a dance that night. The following year, the
veterans decided to give the party and it was again extremely successful and
continues to draw many back to their hometown.
The annual event is held at the Leamington Town Hall and Rodeo Grounds. For
information call Margaret at 435-857-2399.
Rodeo sign-ups call Todd at 435-857-2306 or 435-864-7306. Schedule of events follows: 7:00 am – 5k fun run/walk 10:00 am – Program Noon – BBQ Dinner 2:00 pm – Kids’ games 3:00 pm – Rodeo Sept 10-11 – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, Old
Capitol Arts Festival, Fillmore. Fine art,
mountain man demonstrations, and live entertainment are just a few of the
attractions at the Old Capitol Arts Festival.
The fun-filled event takes place at the Territorial Statehouse Park in
Fillmore. A full agenda of activities
fill the two-day festival. The park is overflowing with artists' booths
featuring original artwork and crafts. A quick draw auction is a popular event,
with the sale of artwork created on the spot. Demonstrations of early pioneer
skills keep attendees captivated. Civil War reenactments and antique car and
horse-drawn wagon rides add to the fun.
Exciting entertainment takes place each afternoon. Continuous activities
for children, and a variety of food concessions ensure no one will want to miss
any of the fun. Admission is free. Call 435-743-5316 for more information. Sept
16-18 – Good Sam Club Fall Tag-a-Long, Millard County Fairgrounds,
187 South Manzanita Ave., Delta.
Gathering of Good Sam Club members, but you don’t have to be a member to
come. Contact Glenn Carroll,
801-571-1803, carrollg@utah-inter.net.
Sept
17-18 – Delta Car Show, Delta City Park, Delta. The Delta Car Show gets underway in September
with antique vehicles, classics, muscle cars and street rods displayed in the
Delta City Park. Open to all make,
models and years of vehicles. Music,
trophies, prizes, and some surprises.
Spectators are encouraged to attend the free event, reminisce and become
acquainted with vehicle owners. Come out
and see some of the best vehicles around.
Contact David Frandsen 435-857-2545 or 801-372-1862 or Steve Rosenquist
801-641-9938, www.bndhiphopstop.com.
September
25 – ATV Fall Ride for Life, 75 South 100 West, Fillmore. This annual ride sponsored by the East
Millard Lions Club is held to benefit the Huntsman Cancer Foundation, to help
create a place for healing and hope.
This year there are several changes. It is a fall ride instead of a
summer ride. There is no registration
fee. The ride is free; however, there will be donation boxes available before
and during the ride to donate to this great cause. A dinner will not be
provided, so bring your lunch and join us at Shingle Mill near the end of the
ride to eat. This is NOT a poker run, just a ride to enjoy the beauty of nature
and some great company. The ride begins promptly at 9:00 at the POD in
Fillmore. Please show up no later than
8:45 am to sign required waiver form and pick up your gift bag. Ride will still be limited to 300 riders, so
please RSVP if you plan on attending to Laura Lamolinare, lauradsnyfan@hotmail.com. October
2010 Jack Rabbit Scramble, Golf Tournament at Sunset View Golf Course. 4 person scramble, $200/team registration
fee. Registration includes 18 holes of
golf, riding cart, lunch and prizes for the winners. Preregistration at Delta Chamber of
Commerce. Contact Lorie, 435-864-4316. November 2010
Sat after Thanksgiving – Delta’s Tree Festival, Millard County Fair Building, 187 South
Manzanita Ave., Delta. Doors open at
12:30 p.m. Auction starts at 2:00
p.m. Beautifully decorated trees are
auctioned to local businesses. Santa
will also be at the City Building from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. Proceeds go to the local Sub for Santa and
the Central Utah Food Share. Contact
Bonnie Shamo, 435-864-3662. Sat after Thanksgiving – 6:00 p.m., Christmas Light Parade, Main Street, Delta. Welcome the season with Delta’s annual
Christmas Light Parade. Floats covered
in Christmas lights travel down Main Street, ending at the County Fair
Building. At the Fair Building kids can
see Santa while everyone enjoys refreshments and local entertainment. The trees from the Delta Tree Festival are
also on display for everyone to enjoy. Contact Karen Johnson at Delta City,
435-864-2759. Sat after Thanksgiving – Fillmore City Light Parade and Winder
Wonderland of Lights,
Millard County Courthouse & Territorial Statehouse, 50 South Main,
Fillmore. 1:00 pm Matinee Movie @ Avalon Theater 3:00-5:00 pm Santa Visits kids at American Legion
Building Noon – 7:00 pm Food booths at American Legion Building 3:00-5:30 pm Free Hayrides around Stake House block 5:30 pm Winter Wonderland of Lights with Entertainment 6:00 pm Light Parade down Main Street December 2010 December 31 – Delta City New Year’s Eve Celebration, Delta High School Palladium & Old Gym,
50 West 300 South, Delta. Crossroads
Band for Dance, Family Feud and Deal or No Deal Games, board games,
inflatables, kids’ games, refreshments, and lots of fun for all. Starts at 7:00 pm and admission is free. Contact Karen Johnson (435-864-2759) or Betty
Jo Western (betttyjow@frontiernet.net) for more information. January 2011
January 1 – Statehood Day Dance, Territorial
February 2011
February
25-26 –Snow
Goose Festival, Gunnison Bend Reservoir, Delta. The Snow Goose Festival celebrates the
arrival of thousands of Lesser Snow Geese in the fields and waters between
Delta and Clear Lake Management Area.
Activities include trap shoot, free waterfowl workshops, a 5K/10K race,
craft vendors, quilt show and more.
Contact Delta Area Chamber of Commerce, 435-864-4316, for more
information. February
25-26 –”Piece in the
Valley” Snow Goose Quilt Show, Millard County Exhibit Building,
Delta. Contact Carol Smith,
435-864-4316, casmith25@frontiernet.net. March 2011
March–
Miss
Millard Scholarship Pageant, 7:00 pm, Millard High School
Auditorium, 35 North 200 West, Fillmore.
Join us and experience a fun, glamorous, and exciting evening of
pageantry at its best. Miss Millard competition is judged on an interview with
the judges, swim wear, talent, evening-wear, and a 2-question on-stage
interview. Young girls ages 6-9 also
compete in a fun and adorable Little Miss Millard pageant. During the evening’s
program, one of these young contestants is chosen to serve as Little Miss Millard. For more information or if you are interested
in competing in the pageant contact Lynette Madsen 435-864-8787, Shari
Oppenheimer, 435-864-7765, or Tanya Stephenson, 435-864-7621. March
– Women in Motion, Conference for Women About
Women,
Delta High School, 50 West 300 North, Delta.
Come join us at the best thing to happen in Central Utah since sliced
bread. This conference is a day filled
with learning, food and fun. A day for
women of all ages to have a time-out from daily stress and responsibility and
have time just for themselves. Women in
Motion is a conference designed to assist women in finding joy and fulfillment
in their busy lives. Conference speakers
are experts on their varied subjects and come highly recommended to the
conference. Subjects range from women’s
health issues, finances, mind-body health, gardening, and interior design. Ticket price is $40.00. Contact Linda Ekins, 435-864-3424. May
2011 May 13-14 –
Old School Rock Crawl, Millard County Fairgrounds, 150 South Pinyon
Drive, Delta. Old fashioned rock crawling with Jeeps, 4x4 vehicles and trucks driving
over large obstacles with the possibility of roll-overs. Vehicles are scored by
the number of mistakes that are made by the driver and spotter (team) on the
courses. The team with the fewest mistakes wins. Three classes are available
for teams: stock, modified stock (legend) and unlimited. $2 donation
appreciated at the gate. Contact Craig Stumph, 435-864-3199 or 801-367-1395 for
registration information. May 28 –
Demolition Derby, Millard County Outdoor Arena, 150 South Pinyon Drive (1090 East)., Delta. Demolition Derby will help raise funds for
the Delta High School football program.
Adults 12+ $8; Children 6-11 $5; Children 5 & under free. Action starts at 6:00 pm. Contact Robert DeWyze, 435-864-5574. June
2011 June– Millard
County Junior Livestock Show, Millard
County Fairgrounds, 187 South Manzanita Ave., Delta. It’s the annual show,
which showcases 4-H and FFA projects in beef, swine, sheep and dairy with 3
days of showmanship, market classes and other contests. Tuesday is the Fitting & Showmanship Day,
where it’s the Exhibitor’s chance to show off their skills. Wednesday is Market Show, where the animals
are judged. Thursday is sale day, where
the animals are sold at auction.
Throughout the week there are various contests for everyone. Banquet on Thursday is open to anyone at a
cover charge. After the banquet there is
a dance for all ages. Contact Shan
Ellison, 435-406-1346, lsellison@frontiernet.net.
June–
Sleepless in Delta Men’s Softball Tournament, Millard
County Ball Parks, 81 South Manzanita Ave., Delta. Men’s Class “D” USSSA Santioned
Tournament. Tournament will begin at
7:00 pm on Friday night and will continue all night long and throughout
Saturday until finished. Contact Max
Wood, 435-864-1470 for more information.
June
– Days
of the Old West Rodeo, Millard
County Fairgrounds, 187 South Manzanita Ave., Delta. Rodeo fans can enjoy a colorful PRCA
event and cheer their favorite cowboys at the Days of the Old West Rodeo. Top contestants compete in steer wrestling,
team roping, saddle bronc riding, PWBR Barrel Racing, tie-down roping, and
everyone’s favorite—bull riding. Rodeo
starts at 8:00 pm each evening. Contact
Sherri Callister, 435-406-1054, daysoftheoldwestrodeo@yahoo.com.
June – Poker
Draw Softball Tournament, Millard County Ball Parks, 81 South
Manzanita Ave., Delta. Co-Ed Open USSSA
Sanctioned Tournament. Take a chance on
this all night tournament. Contact Max
Wood, 435-864-1470 for more information. June
20-25 –
National ATV Jamboree,
Fillmore. Gather at the POD in Fillmore
City with other ATV enthusiasts for the annual ATV Jamboree. Guides offer
approximately 30 different rides each day in the Pahvant Mountains, with
experienced local guides making stops along the way to describe history,
geology, flora and fauna. Participants
will enjoy seeing wild turkeys, elk and mule deer as you travel the Paiute ATV
Trail and experience some of the most spectacular scenery you can imagine.
Pizza parties, pot luck dinners and a progressive dinner in Chalk Creek Canyon
are just some of the activities planned during the week-long event. Cost is $100/person; $175/couple or
$300/group of 4. Contact Jayne
Rasmussen, 435-743-5286 cjaynego@yahoo.com
or Nola Whatcott, 435-759-2543 bartandnola@frontiernet.net.
June 23-26 TRILOBITEJAM, House Range near Delta. This is the world’s first on-site fossil
collecting festival. Those who attend
the Trilobite Jam will get to collect on 320 acres of State leased lands that
are controlled by the American Trilobite Suppliers for FOUR FULL DAYS. Patrons of the trilobite Jam will be able to
keep EVERYTHING they find. Even those who find an Olenoides superbus will get
to KEEP it! Registration fee $250; early
registration $200; Millard County Residents $175; children under 12 are free. Contact Jake Skabelund, 877-877-9279, americantrilobite@gmail.com. June–
American Cancer Society’s
Relay for Life of Millard County, Delta High School Football Field, 50
West 300 North, Delta. Relay For Life is
an overnight fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. There will be a
survivor and caregiver ceremony to open the event, a luminaria ceremony at dark
to remember those who have passed from cancer and to honor those who fought the
battle and won. The event will end with a fight back ceremony where everyone
can pledge to fight against cancer by living healthy lifestyles, getting
screenings and donating to the cause. Plan to join us for a wonderful event
that will change your life and help save the lives of many. Contact Joyce Swaner, joyce.swaner@cancer.org. July
2011 July
3 – Liberty Program, Millard County Fair Building, 187 South
Manzanita Ave, Delta. Program begins at
7:00 pm. A patriotic production
presented in word, image and song celebrating the birth of the United States of
America. Show begins at 7:00 pm. Contact Sherry Nickle 435-864-2021 for more
information. DELTA
CITY INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS July 2 5:00 pm – Tennis
Tournament. For information call
435-864-2726 7:00 pm – Children’s
Parade. Line up at 400 W Main. Contact Karen Johnson at 435-864-2759. 7:30 pm – Concert in the
Park 7:30 pm – Volleyball
Tournament. Call 435-864-4057 for more
information. July 4
6:00 am – Sunrise Salute 6:30 am – 5K Fun Run. For
information call 435-864-9001 or 435-864-2436 7:00 am – Breakfast in
the Park, City Park (Provided by Deseret District Boy Scouts) 9:30 am – Military
Flyover, Main Parade (line up at 350 East Main), Delta Main Street 11:00 am – Patriotic
Program, Food, Fun and Games at City Park 12:00 pm – Entertainment
in the Park 2:00 pm-4:00 pm – Free
swimming @ West Millard Swimming Pool 2:00 pm – Matinee Movie @
T&T Twin Theater 6:00 pm – Demolition
Derby, Millard County Fairgrounds—NOTE: this is reserved seating ONLY 10:00 pm – Fireworks by
Delta Fire Department, Fairgrounds Remember no parking on Main Street prior to or
during the parade. FILLMORE CITY INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS July 2 6:30 pm – Children’s
parade (free hot dogs & drinks for participants) 7:00 pm – Fillmore’s Got
Talent 8:00 pm – Kid’s Hypnotist
@ Statehouse (ages 12-14) 8:30 pm – Free outdoor
kids’ movie 9:00 pm – Pioneer Dance
at Statehouse 8:00 pm to Midnight –
Women’s 4 on 4 Volleyball July 4
7:00 am – Flag Ceremony 7:00-9:00 am – American
Legion Breakfast 9:30 am – Freedom Mile
and Lawn Mower Races 10:00 am – Parade, Main
Street 11:00 am - Stage
Entertainment & Park Activities 11:00 am - 3-point
Shootout 11:00 am to 3:00 pm –
Entertainment 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm –
Adult Hypnotist 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Free
Swim 1:00 pm – Tentative horse
races 1:30 pm to 1:45 pm –
Strut Your Mutt 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm –
Kids’ Games 2:30 pm – Rounders
Baseball 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm –
Ashton’s Roast Beef Dinner & Entertainment 6:00 pm – Powder Puff
Football game at the high school football field. $4/person or $20/family. Junior/Sophomore team vs. Senior/Freshmen
team. Contact Kassidee Gillins @
979-6515 or Josh Rasmussen @ 253-1820.
Fundraiser for Junior Class Prom. 7:00 pm – Little League
Games Dusk – Fireworks &
Fun July 22-23 –
Snake Valley Festival, Baker, Nevada.
The second annual Snake Valley Festival will be held Friday and
Saturday. This fun-filled festival celebrates life in the valley that straddles
Utah and Nevada, with most of the events occurring in Baker, Nevada. Come
join us for food, games, booths, a parade, yard sale, film festival, barbeque,
dance, cowboy poetry and music, and an auction to raise money to help keep our
rural communities strong. Many events are free and for the entire
family. Nearby Great Basin National Park provides opportunities for
hiking and nature viewing during the weekend. For more information, visit
protectsnakevalley.com. HINCKLEY
PIONEER DAYS CELEBRATION July
22 7:00
pm, Junior Rodeo, Hinckley Rodeo Grounds (Sign up 5:30-6:30 pm) 8:00
pm, Rodeo, Hinckley Rodeo Grounds (Hide race sign-ups 5:30-8:00 pm). Money calf scramble ages 0-8, Greased Pig
Contest (local businesses). July
23 6:00
am, Daylight Salute 7:15
am, Registration for 2-mile classic run/walk (at Park), $5 registration fee 8:00
am, Annual Pioneer Classic Run/Walk sponsored by Hinckley Lions Club 9:30
am, Pioneer Parade, Hinckley Main Street 11:00
am, Pioneer Day Program, Hinckley City Park 12:00 pm, BBQ Dinner, Hinckley City
Park 7:00
pm, Junior Rodeo, Hinckley Rodeo Grounds (Sign up 5:30-6:30 pm) 8:00
pm, Rodeo, Hinckley Rodeo Grounds (Hide race sign-ups 5:30-8:00 pm). Money Calf Scramble, Ages 9-12, Wild Cow
Milking Contest (By invitation). SCIPIO
PIONEER DAYS CELEBRATION July
22 6:30
pm – Town Dinner at the Park July 23 10:00
am – Parade, Center Street 11:00
am – Program at the Church 2:00
pm – Races and Games at the Park 6:30 pm – Sheep Bustin’, Scipio Rodeo
Grounds 8:00
pm – Rodeo, Scipio Rodeo Grounds August
2011 August–
Millard
County Fair,
Millard County Fairgrounds, 187 South Manzanita Ave., Delta. “The Best in Culture & Tradition” at the
Millard County Fair in Delta, Utah. Entertainment is provided each night, and
during the day on Friday and Saturday.
Science shows and demonstrations; Little Britches Rodeo, local
entertainment, and lots of food, games, inflatable's, contests and fun.
Make plans now to be part of the Best Small-town Fair in Utah! You
won't want to miss it!! Contact Betty Jo Western, 435-864-3966. Aug – Cove Fort Days, Cove Fort on
I-15 between Fillmore and Beaver. Living
history exhibits and booths. Tour guides
in period clothing. Entertainment and family
fun for all. Stage coach and wagon
rides. Free hot dogs and drinks. Call 435-438-5547 for more information, or
visit Cove Fort’s website. Aug–
High School Rodeo,
Hinckley Rodeo Grounds, Hinckley. Come join us for 2 days of exciting high
school rodeo action with 500-600 participants.
Events start at 9:00 am and run until 5:00 pm both days. Contact Rick Moody, 435-864-4322 or
435-864-8785 for more information. Aug– Oak City
Days,
Oak City, "It's Tradition" Celebration of the Town
Hall 100 Yrs Friday 6:00 pm – Oak City Days Parade (Register prior to
the parade Line up at 5:30 on 2nd South) *6:45-9:00 pm – Ice Cream Social/ Sock Hop- South
end of Town Hall (outside) 7:00 pm – Needle in the Haystack- 1st clue at Ice
cream social 7:15 pm – Echoes of the Past - Wagon ride between
the Church and Oak City Cemetery 8:00 pm – Rook Tournament-Town Hall Saturday *7:00 am – 5 K Run- Northwest End of church parking
lot 6:30 - 6:50. $5 fee. 8:00 am – Children's Race- (12 & under)
Meet at the front of the church. 8:00 am – Horse Course- The field next to JB
Lovell's Dairy *9:00 am – Turkey Shoot- South Hills 11:00 am – Choir Concert- Church House *12:00 - 2:00 pm – Pit Barbeque Dinner- Town
Hall, $5 person (5 & under free) 1:00 - 4:00 pm – Booths *1:30 pm – Concessions Southwest corner of
Town Hall Oak City Youth Council *2:00 - 4:00 pm – Kids Fun & Games- Town Park 2:00 pm – Childrens' Races- Held near the South end
of the ball field 2:00 - 4:00 pm
-- Soccer Tournament near North end of the ball field 2:00 -4:00 pm – Display – 100 yr Celebration of
Town Hall 2:00 pm – Horse Shoe Tournament 2:30 pm – Water sports - Park ( pavilion
area) Oak City Fire Department 3:00 - 4:00pm – Mud Volleyball Behind Country
Crossings Store *4:00 pm – Live Trout Catch - By Park
Pavilion Buy tickets in advance at the Oak City T-shirt booth. *5:30 - 7:00 pm – Hamburger Social South side of
Town Hall 5:00 - 6:30 pm – Young Men vs. Young Women Softball
game 6:30 - 8:00 pm – Young Men vs. Real Men Softball
game 8:00 - 11:00 pm – Dance Under the Stars - The
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