Faith in action: holiday concerts abound

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Ogden LDS Institute of Religion Christmas Spectacular

The Ogden LDS Institute of Religion will present its annual Christmas Spectacular "I Heard the Bells ... A Christmas Hope."

When • Saturday, Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.

Where • Weber State University, Val A. Browning Center for the Performing Arts, 3750 Harrison Blvd., Ogden

Tickets • $5; family $15; matinee: family $12

Hanukkah Menorah Lighting

Each evening at sundown, a rabbi will preside over a special menorah lighting ceremony. Small offerings will be provided.

When • Saturday through Saturday, Dec. 8-15, 6 p.m.

Where • Waldorf Astoria Park City, 2100 Frostwood Drive, Park City

Tickets • Free

Breakfast with Santa

The Alpha Lambda chapter of ESA in support of St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital will be hosting its annual Breakfast with Santa fundraiser. There will be a holiday boutique, raffle, door prizes and Santa.

When • Saturday, Dec. 8, 9-11 a.m.

Where • First Baptist Church, 777 S. 1300 East, Salt Lake City

Tickets • $7

A Celebration of Christ Interfaith Concert

"A Celebration of Christ" — with musical arrangements by composer Taryn Elkins of classic Christmas songs entwined with sacred hymns — will provide a musical celebration of the birth and life of Jesus Christ. This interfaith concert is open to ages 8 and older. Tickets can be ordered at www.lds.org/events.

When • Saturday, Dec. 8, 2 p.m., 7:30 p.m.

Where • Salt Lake LDS Tabernacle, 50 N. Main, Salt Lake City

Tickets • Free; visit www.lds.org/events

Salt Lake Choral Artists Chamber Choir — Christmas Around the World

The Salt Lake Choral Artists Chamber Choir will present "Christmas Around the World."

When • Saturday, Dec. 8, 7:30-9 p.m.

Where • Park City Community Church, 4501 N. Highway 224, Park City

Tickets • $15; group rates available; visit saltlakechoralartists.org/concerts_events

Forum for Questioning Minds — Jeffrey Nielsen

The Forum for Questioning Minds will feature Jeffrey Nielsen, adjunct lecturer at Westminster College and Utah Valley University, who will discuss what is required to live in happiness regardless of circumstances.

When • Sunday, Dec. 9, 2-3:30 p.m.

Where • Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, Salt Lake City

Tickets • Free

Sotto Voce in Ogden

Sotto Voce, an a cappella quartet, will perform Christmas music.

When • Saturday, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m.

Where • Holy Family Catholic Church, 1100 E. 5550 South , Ogden

Tickets • Free

Wesley Bell Ringers Christmas Concert

The Wesley Bell Ringers will perform a Christmas concert.

When • Sunday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m.

Where • St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 420 E. Hillcrest St., Copperton

Tickets • Free; donations to support the choir will be accepted.

"Messiah"

The Draper Symphony and Community Chorus will present its 34th annual sing-in and performance of Handel's "Messiah" at the Corner Canyon LDS Stake Center.

When • Sunday, Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m.

Where • Corner Canyon Stake Center, 13400 S. 1300 East, Draper

Tickets • Free

Jazz Vespers Quartet

The Jazz Vespers Quartet will perform the music of Elvis Presley. Visit facebook.com/pages/Jazz-Vespers-Quartet/364277976994593 for information.

When • Sunday, Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m.

Where • First Unitarian Church, 569 S. 1300 East, Salt Lake City

Tickets • Free

Rumi Poetry Club

This club will hold its spiritual poetry session. Participants are welcome to read their favorite poems.

When • Monday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m.

Where • Anderson-Foothill Branch Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, Salt Lake City

Tickets • Free

Sally Bytheway Chorale

Sally Bytheway Chorale will perform. The suggested donation will benefit The Road Home shelter.

When • Tuesday, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m.

Where • Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 8575 S. 700 East, Sandy

Tickets • $10 donation

Larry Wilkinson — Remnant International

Larry Wilkinson, founder of Remnant International, will offer a Christian message of hope, encouragement and salvation.

When • Friday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m.

Where • Salt Lake City Plaza Hotel at Temple Square, 122 W. South Temple, Salt Lake City

Tickets • Free

Wesley Bell Ringers Christmas Concert

The Wesley Bell Ringers will perform a Christmas concert.

When • Saturday, Dec. 15, 2:30 p.m.

Where • Le Chateau Brickyard Retirement Residence, 3080 S. 1300 East, Salt Lake City

Tickets • Free; donations to support the choir will be accepted.

South Mountain Community Church Christmas Concerts

South Mountain Community Church will hold Christmas concerts.

When • Thursday, Dec. 13, 6 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 15, 2 p.m., 6 p.m.

Where • South Mountain Community Church, 14216 S. Bangerter Parkway, Draper

Tickets • Free

Sotto Voce in Copperton

Sotto Voce, an a cappella quartet, will perform a Christmas carol service. Donations will be accepted for pet food and/or cash contributions, benefiting Cubby's Cause for Paws, a pet food bank.

When • Saturday, Dec. 15, 6:30 p.m.

Where • St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 420 E. Hillcrest St., Copperton

Tickets • Free

Vivaldi by Candlelight Benefit Concert

The Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy will present the 30th Anniversary Vivaldi by Candlelight Benefit Concert. Please call 801-832-3272 to purchase tickets.

When • Saturday, Dec. 15, 8-11 p.m.

Where • First Presbyterian Church, 12 C St., Salt Lake City

Tickets • $40; sponsorships start at: $125 per person; visit utahdiplomacy.org/what-we-do/vivaldi-by-candlelight-a-benefit-concert