Thurs., Sept. 27
Singer-songwriter Rosalie SorrelsKen Sanders Rare Books (268 S. 200 East) 7 p.m. Free
Once referred to as the “hillbilly Edith Piaf,” Rosalie Sorrels’ rich melodies transport the listener into the buckwheat-chomping, union-proud backwoods of American history. Spanning more than 40 years, Sorrels’ career stands as a testament to the longevity of folk tradition, and what better place to appreciate the music of the people than at the bookstore of the people, Ken Sanders.
Fri., Sept. 27 and Sat., Sept. 28
Loose Change Dance Company Presents: Human NatureRose Wagner Performing Arts Center (138 W. Broadway)8 p.m.$18
San Francisco’s most lauded modern dance troupe, Loose Change, is set to introduce its fusion of hip hop, lindy hop, African tradition, martial arts and modern dance to our great state at the Rose Wagner Theatre. Performing its latest epic, “Human Nature,” Loose Change will explore modern man’s disconnection from community, ritual and nature through rhythm and rhyme.
Mon., Oct. 1
SLC Film Center Presents: “How Bush Won the Elections in Ecuador”The City Library Auditorium (210 E. 400 South) 7 p.m.Free
Salt Lake Film Center presents this insightful depiction of the fleeting successes of indigenous, revolutionary movements in Ecuador in the face of overpowering neo-colonialism. Presented in Spanish with English subtitles, “How Bush Won the Elections in Ecuador” promises to provide a haunting portrayal of the struggles of the common man, as told by the common man.
Tues., Oct. 2
HOW TO Presents: How to Crochet Your Own BeanieThe City Library Auditorium (210 E. 400 South)7 p.m.Free
Snow has graced the mountains-we’ve dug out the galoshes, and you know you don’t want to be that undergrad rockin’ the goofy earmuffs your parents packed away for you. Problem is, buying books and beer jackets-since it’s way too cold to carry a cold one around in this weather-has frozen our leftover student loan assets. Well, save a buck and make that trendy beanie yourself! Let The City Library spare you some embarrassment.
Wed., Oct. 3
Art Talks Presents: “Ecology”Salt Lake Art Center (20 S. West Temple)7 p.m.Free
Don’t miss Art Talks’ sneak preview of the heralded documentary, “Ecology.” Set to screen on PBS this November, “Ecology” examines how art mediates the relationship between nature and culture. Artists Robert Adams, Ursula von Rydingsvard, Inigo Manglano-Ovalle and Mark Dion discuss how their works make sense of the natural lives we live beneath the oft overpowering forces of civilization and technology.