Name: Why Stories Matter: A Conversation on Books, Censorship, and the Freedom to Read with Rebekah Cummings and Jennifer Nielsen
Start: 2026-10-02
End: 2026-10-02

Dynastar and Lange offer you a wide range of technical equipment for alpine skiing, all-mountain, freeride, freetouring, and racing. We manufacture high-performance skis and ski boots, tailored to each discipline, to best meet the needs of skiers. Discover our models and choose the gear that will accompany you on all your descents.

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Discover peak shopping at Junction Commons! Find a mountaintop full of savings from over 50 popular brand name designer stores including Michael Kors, Coach Outlet, Polo Ralph Lauren, Brooks Brothers, Nike, Adidas or Under Armour. Explore outdoor adventure stores like Columbia Factory, Boardriders, Buckle, Eddie Bauer, Merrell, Pearl iZUMi Factory, Oakley Vault, Sun & Ski Sports, Vans and Volcom.

Plus now you can grab a quick bite to eat at Chipotle Mexican Grill or Jersey Mike's Sub.

Savings worth the drive only 15 minutes from the Salt Lake Valley!

Only 15 minutes from the Salt Lake Valley!

Junction Commons

"A Park City Restaurant Made For Gathering"

What’s your idea of the perfect Park City gathering spot for a fun, delicious meal that leaves you wanting to return soon? We hope you’ll find it at Hearth and Hill, where everyone and everything reflects our wonderful community. Featuring our dog-friendly patio! Come and have a delicious meal outside on our patio, where dogs are welcome to lounge beside you during your meal.

[Reserve your Park City Experience](https://hearth-hill.com/reservations/)!

Hearth and Hill

Utah Olympic Park offers year-round adventure. From learning about the Park's unique Olympic heritage on a guided tour to taking a ride of a lifetime on the Comet Bobsled Ride, the Olympic Park offers activities for all ages and abilities. Zip, climb, slide, hike and explore Olympic history!

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Explore the rich history of skiing in the Intermountain Region. Discover how this rugged landscape became a global hub for winter sports with the hard work and dedication of early pioneers.

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Alf Engen Ski Museum

America's largest ski resort with world-class lodging, gourmet dining, unparalleled terrain for skiing and boarding, scenic gondola rides, breath-taking hikes, zip-line adventure, an expansive array of mountain bike trails and live concerts. Experience a conference retreat with activities and scenery right outside your door.

Park City Mountain

Victus Advisors was founded in 2012 with a clear mission: to provide independent, data-driven venue consulting that helps communities, teams, and developers make informed decisions. What started as a vision in the mountain town of Park City, Utah, has evolved into a nationally respected firm specializing in sports, recreation, entertainment, and performing arts venues. Our journey began when Brian Connolly — an expert in market research, financial advisory, and strategic planning — recognized a gap in the industry. Too many projects were built on unrealistic expectations, with financial risks and operational challenges often overlooked. Victus Advisors was created to change that. Fast forward to today, and our firm has led feasibility studies, economic impact analyses, and strategic planning efforts for some of the most recognizable venues in the country.

Victus Advisors

The Pool House is a stylish rooftop setting with stunning views of the mountains, the only rooftop lounge in Canyons Village, and an all-day menu of classic American mountain fare, local beers and creative custom cocktails. Whether you’re poolside in the summer or fireside in the winter, The Pool House is a year-round perch featuring the very best of Pendry.

The Pool House Bar & Grille

Hyatt Centric Park City is your true slopeside base camp in Canyons Village—offering ski-in/ski-out access and the new 10-passenger Sunrise Gondola just steps away for fast, easy access from first chair to last run.

Only about 35 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport, it’s the easiest way to turn a Salt Lake stay into a mountain getaway—walk to village shops, dining, and après, then hop on our nightly shuttle to Historic Main Street.

Stay your way in modern guestrooms or spacious 1–4 bedroom residences (plus a 5-bedroom townhome), many featuring full kitchens and in-unit laundry—ideal for families, friends, and longer stays. Après starts here with a heated outdoor pool year-round, two outdoor hot tubs, and a sauna and steam room, plus on-site ski valet and convenient ski & snowboard rentals steps from the slopes.

Dine at [EPC: Escala Provisions Company](https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/slcpc-hyatt-centric-park-city/dining/escala-provisions-company) for locally inspired fare and craft cocktails or plan your next gathering with [Meetings & Events](https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/slcpc-hyatt-centric-park-city/meetings) featuring 10,000+ sq. ft. of flexible space.

Book direct on our [Official Website](https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/slcpc-hyatt-centric-park-city) or choose an offer: [Earn 3K Bonus Points for every 3 nights](https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/slcpc-hyatt-centric-park-city/offers/66f6489eba99587b991b8e625445e95a) | [Ski-In, Gondola-Out Getaway](https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/slcpc-hyatt-centric-park-city/offers/a7f80fddf3a3471da30fd65a0fd0b41c) | [Bed & Breakfast](https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/slcpc-hyatt-centric-park-city/offers/148133c8b76488ab3498afb3efd2d5a2)

Hyatt Centric Park City

Japanese for “north”, KITA is a Japanese grill style restaurant set in a stunning, modern space that welcomes guests with indoor, al fresco and sushi bar seating. Our menus put the spotlight on fresh sushi, Japanese steakhouse favorites, cozy ramen bowls and a thoughtfully curated menu of beer, sake, wine and cocktails.

Kita

A playful spin on the classic red sauce pizza joint, Disco Pizza is a mountain side go-to spot with signature and staple house-made pizzas, pastas and classic American-Italian comfort food. Featuring curated cold beers and handmade milkshakes with favorites made new. Meet you at the milkshake bar.

Disco Pizza

Just steps from the Sunrise Gondola, Après Pendry is a centrally located lobby lounge and bar where a European-inspired take on mountainside socializing comes alive. Come for handcrafted coffee and cocktails, an array of beer & wine, shareable comfort food, and a cozy, yet contemporary slopeside setting with indoor and outdoor seating, roaring fireplace, live music and a bustling bar. Open daily for afternoon and evening libations and food.

Apres Pendry

Visit Salt Lake

Salt Lake is the place where the Wasatch mountain peaks frame city streets. Sure, Salt Lake's famed for our winter powder ([four legendary ski resorts](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/skiing-snowboarding/) just 30 minutes from downtown), but that's just one season's story. Summer brings families [hiking through wildflower meadows](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/) before cooling off at a Jazz game or the Gateway fountains. Autumn paints our mountain canyons in gold, perfect for morning strolls that end at local coffee shops. Spring? That's when you might spot baby bison on Antelope Island before heading to the Eccles Theater for a Broadway show. Our soaring Wasatch Mountains rise dramatically from downtown Salt Lake, creating a place where every day offers both natural wonders and urban energy. And while we sit perfectly between the [national parks](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/state-national-parks/) with Yellowstone's geysers and Utah's red rock country, the real magic happens right here, where everyone can [discover the history](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/plan-your-visit/about-salt-lake/) of the city as they find their own rhythm between mountain adventure and city life.

Sports Salt Lake

What happens when books become the center of public controversy- and what do we lose when stories are removed from shelves? Join bestselling author Jennifer Nielsen and librarian and freedom-to-read advocate Rebekah Cummings for a timely conversation about books, censorship, and intellectual freedom. Drawing on their experiences as an author and an advocate, Nielsen and Cummings will explore why stories matter, what the current wave of book challenges in Utah means for authors, libraries, schools, and young readers, and why the freedom to read remains essential. The evening will include plenty of time for conversation and audience questions.This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com, Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance.

Why Stories Matter: A Conversation on Books, Censorship, and the Freedom to Read with Rebekah Cummings and Jennifer Nielsen

2026 Development Player League (DPL)

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2026 Great Western Fall Classic

**Salt Lake City**

**Columbus Day Tournament**

**October 9-12, 2026**

**AA, A, BB, B | 10U-14U**

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**Top Competition**
Play a guaranteed 4 games against top U.S. and Canadian youth hockey teams.

**Olympic-Level Venues**
Hit the ice at the Utah Olympic Oval and Peaks Ice Arena, both iconic sites from the 2002 Winter Olympics.

**Seamless Experience**
On-site photography, on-time games, and on-site staff, including sports medical trainers. Plus, no gate fees!

**Off-Ice Fun**
Enjoy vibrant Salt Lake City and stunning natural scenery between games. Arrive early or stay late and catch a Utah Hockey Club game.

Salt Lake Columbus Day Tournament (Utah Olympic Oval)

We are a full time Hockey Tournament Company that specializes in Full service, professionally operated Hockey Tournaments for Men, Women & Youth of all skill and age levels.

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