| Community News
World Travelers Concert
Mon, August 8, 8:00 p.m., Utah Cultural Celebration Center
In partnership with International Summerfest, the Utah Cultural Celebration Center will present visiting musicians and folk dancers from around the world.
Cost: Free and Open to the Public
Info: WorldStage! Concert Series
International Days 2011
August 9-13, 2011
Enjoy a variety of performances including dancers and musicians from France, Italy, Israel, Romania and Indonesia as they share their culture for all to enjoy. The closing ceremony and final show will be hosted by Clog America at the Salt Lake County Equestrian Park.
Cost: Free and Open to the Public
Info: World Wide Association of Performing Artists
U.S.-Korea Summit on Science and Engineering 2011
August 10-14, 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Canyons Resort, Park City
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA), together with the Korean Federation of Science and Technology Societies (KOFST) and the Korea-U.S. Science Cooperation Center (KUSCO), you are invited to participate in the U.S.-Korea Summit on Science and Engineering at the Canyons Resort in Park City, Utah. 1,000 scientists and engineers from academia, government, and industry will attend the Summit from the U.S. and Korea. Given the rapidly increasing level of cooperation between the two countries, and with the upcoming FTA agreement, the Summit will be a great platform to openly exchange ideas for new synergistic discoveries.
Cost: Regular Registration Fee $500/Student Fee $300
Info and Registration: UKC 2011
Fiesta De Pueblo
August 18-20, 6-10 p.m., City Hall Grounds, Downtown Salt Lake
The 2011 Fiesta De Pueblo will feature informative cultural, health and educational workshops, sumptuous Latin cuisine, Carnival Rides, Art and Craft exhibits, and a wide array of vendors representing Utah's diverse Hispanic business community.
Cost: $7/person; Children under 11 are free
Info: www.fiestadepueblo.com
International Peace Gardens Festival
Sat, August 20, 12-5 p.m., International Peace Gardens
Take a virtual trip through the countries of the world as you explore Salt Lake City's hidden treasure, the International Peace Gardens. The gardens feature replicas of famous international sites, such as Stonehenge and the Eiffel Tower. This annual festival showcases music, dance and food from a variety of cultures. Opening remarks by Mayor Ralph Becker and Mayor Peter Corroon will be followed by an afternoon of performances and demonstrations.
Cost: Free and Open to the Public
Info: www.internationalpeacegardens.org
Islands in the Desert Concert Mon, August 22, 8:00 p.m., Utah Cultural Celebration Center Relax while listening to traditional and contemporary music from the Pacific Islands, and enjoy some cultural dancing too! Cost: Free and open to the public Info: WorldStage! Concert Series Shingo Study Tour to Japan August 27-September 3, 2011 See and experience first-hand what is at the heart of the Shingo transformation model through a series of plant tours, workshops and peer networking. You will see the tools, systems and principles of operational excellence in action. Implement just 10% of what you will see and receive an ROI up to ten-fold. Dr. Jeff Liker, professor of Industrial and Operations Engineering at the University of Michigan and president of the Toyota Way Academy, will also be present during the tour. Cost: $9,200/person Info and Registration: Shingo Study Tour to Japan Native American Summit August 30-31, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The Native American Summit is an annual event hosted by the Offices of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor, the Utah Department of Community and Culture, and the Utah Division of Indian Affairs. The Summit will present speakers, presentations, breakfast sessions, and panels to educate attendees on the current issues and developments prevalent among Utah's American Indians including Healthcare, Education, Economic Development, Housing and Emergency Management. Cost: Free and Open to the Public Info: indian.utah.gov Blue Australia Trade Mission September 12-15, 2011 To help U.S. firms leverage opportunities in Australia, a senior-level Department official will lead a Blue (water and wastewater) trade mission to Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne. This trade mission is designed to provide a key opportunity for U.S. suppliers of water and wastewater treatment equipment and services to explore the Australian market. Opportunities exist for reuse technology, trenchless technology, nondestructive technology, smart metering systems, bio-filtration systems, presses for conversion of water or sludge waste, new oxidation systems, filtration equipment for industrial waste applications, flow-meters for wastewater measurement, water recreation systems, and water solutions associated with coal, oil and gas mining, as well as agriculture use. Cost: $2,000 - $2,500 depending on size of firm Info: export.gov, AustraliaWaterMission@trade.gov Governor-Led Trade Mission to Canada November 1-3, 2011 Whether you are new to exporting or a seasoned global marketer, this is an excellent opportunity to expand your sales to Canada. Governor Gary Herbert will lead this Trade Mission to assist Utah businesses with exports to Canada, promote foreign direct investment opportunities and tourism and strengthen educational ties. The mission will include customized one-on-one business appointments. Info: Contact Paola Diaz, Intern, Governor's Office of Economic Development at (801) 538-8714 or pdiaz@utah.gov | 
In recently passed 