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Dear Friends and Family, Author Jonah Larkin says most of us are living with a sleep debt (" Want to Feel Superhuman? Take A Sleepcation!"). I read his online article promoting the notion of taking time off to sleep as much as possible. The piece inspired me enough to try it for a few nights. Sleeping, that is. I'm writing this at 3:30am, by the way, so you can tell that was only a tasty experiment. Last week I also listened (in the night) to RadioWest's Doug Fabrizio interview Michael Breus, aka the Sleep Doctor ( radiowest.kuer.org/post/sleep-your-health). Breus made me suspect I'm a whole lot smarter than what shows; I just need regular sleep. I marched into The King's English and ordered his new book, cleverly titled The Sleep Doctor's Diet Plan: Lose Weight through Better Sleep (diet books sell better than books on sleeping, right?). There's much to be said about sleep. At Day's Close: Night in Times Past (A. Roger Ekirch) and Evening's Empire: A History of the Night in Early Modern Europe (Craig Koslofsky) are interesting candidates for the coveted place under my pillow. These guys talk about the forgotten practice of "first sleep" and "second sleep": A solid night's rest is maybe not the ticket for everyone. For those who habitually awaken in the night, sleep performance anxiety may prevent a peaceful eventual return to dreamland. One point Larkin and Breus stress is the importance of time away from the computer screen. So if you're reading this at night, stop reading right now. I'd love you to know what's going on this week. But, more important, I'm concerned about your wellbeing. Put the computer to sleep, and go there yourself. We'll still be here when you wake up. Come find us. Sweet dreams, Greta
~ Greta Belanger deJong
(editor & publisher)
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Event picks for
November 21 - November 28
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Nov. 21 & 22, 7p.
Eccles Community Art Center, 2580 Jefferson Ave. Ogden. $20.
High energy West African dance & drum performance by Fara Tolno, Deja Mitchell & friends.
Sponsored by RAMP, Weber Arts Council & Eccles Community Art Center. Call 801.392.6935 to reserve tickets.
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Fri. Nov. 22, 8-11p. Big Ed's, 210 S University St. Free (but be sure to tip your server!)
Rockin' old-time music by CATALYST's neighborhood band.
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Fri. Nov. 22, 7p (doors open 6:30).
Our Lady of the Snow Center, 10189 E Hwy 20. Alta. Dance Party $5 (slideshow free).
Slideshow features winter footage from local photographers and videographers. Be sure to wear snow camo for the dance party following the slideshow.
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Fri. Nov. 22, 7:30p.
Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W 300 S. $10.
ONE NIGHT ONLY! Enjoy choreography for all ages as a gift from RDT to usher in the holiday season. Pieces will include "Jukebox" by Bill Evans as well as "Fin Amours" by Susan Hadley.
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Fri. Nov. 22, 7-11p. Salt Lake Hardware Buidling, 105 E 400 S. $15 adv, $20 at door.
A musical celebration of 90.9fm KRCL's 34th birthday. This year's theme is "Rockin' Roundup," so dust off your boots and enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring Mad Max & the Wild Ones, the Utah County Swillers, Jackson Cash and more.
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Nov. 22 & 23, 7:30p. Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center (Black Box), 138 W Broadway. $25+Arttix fees (student discounts).
High-flying acts of beauty and strength on the aerial fabrics, trapeze lyra, rope and AcroYoga. Solo and duet forms are prevalent in the aerial world, but Aerial Arts has taken an interest in larger groups this year. Choreographer and performer Nancy Carter says, "More people on stage means more impact." Last year sold out and we missed it. Order tickets now if you're serious about going.
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Sat. Nov. 23, 10a-2p.
Rio Grande Depot, 300 S Rio Grande St. (450 W.)
All things you love about the farmers market, only inside during the winter, every other week through April 19. Local produce, meat, dairy, specialty foods and more. 50 local vendors.
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Sat. Nov. 23, 10a-10p. The Leonardo, 209 E 500 S. $24 (student & sr. discounts).
These 2,000-year-old scrolls have been called the most significant archaeological find of the 20th century. 600 artifacts are on exhibit.
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Sat. Nov. 23, 9p. Kamikazes, 2408 Adams Ave, Ogden. $5 (21+)
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Mon. Nov. 25, 8p. Weller Book Works, 607 Trolley Square. $5 (students $3).
Dominique Christina is a writer, performer, educator and activist.She was National Poetry Slam Champion in 2011, Women of the World Poetry Slam Champion in 2012, and Runner Up in 2013. She is presently the only person to hold two national titles at one time.
Local poets will slam, hosted by Willy Palomo.
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Tues. Nov. 26, 6:30-9p. First Unitarian Church of Salt Lake City, 569 S 1300 E. Free.
Learn how to make your own gifts this year. Choose from arts and crafts, candle-making, tissue paper ornament-making, food dehydration, greeting card making and more.
A gifting circle will be at 7:30pm so think about gifts that you have to offer or would like to receive. Gifts can be things, time or talents. Feel free to bring things to gift.
This is a Transition Salt Lake Re-Skilling workshop, sponsored by the First Unitarian Church Environmental Ministry.
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Tues. Nov. 26, 8-12p (doors open at 7). The Stateroom, 638 S State. $17.
Hear the legendary desert punks, the Meat Puppets. Their music, a unique blend of cosmic country and punk rock, has earned the admiration of a pantheon of critics and rock music peers.
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It's an industrial strength astral week, and as a strong "get it done" planetary signature energizes the atmosphere, you're likely to feel an equally strong desire to move mountains. Have at it-there's enough of whatever it is that's needed-physical, mental, emotional and spiritual stamina-to work as hard as necessary to actualize ambitions, whether they are career goals or celebration preparations. For those not inclined toward external enterprise, the same powerful potential can be put to good use reflecting on what's felt like an extremely long year...(read more).
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 We scored more tickets for RDT's "Lively," Nov. 22-23, 7:30 p.m., Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center.
Among the toe-tapping selections is their classic "Jukebox" (Greta's been waiting years to see this one again!) and Marina Harris' "Green Jello." Watch "Jello" in rehearsal here: http://rdtutah.org/blog/?p=1538
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Charlotte bell's yoga column will appeal to anyone who's tried ~ and committed to, or quit ~ a life a yoga practice. Diane Olson, as usual, with gross you out with utmost delight. John writes about " stranded capital" in a way that just may make you feel a bit glad. Amy Brunvand brings us enviro-news from around the state. Margie McCloy continues the air series. Adele Flail reviews some DIY books. Dennis Hinkamp says keep the internet free and weird. Katherine Pioli talks with the Wasatch Commons Cohousing folks. Artist Pilar Pobil reflects on her life by making an exhibit of beloved artifacts. Heather May deconstructs the modernist meals at downtown's SLC Pop. Marlena Lambert reminds us that breast health, not just cancer, awareness deserves attention. Former CAT staffer-turned-lawyer, Barry Scholl, begins a series on law for CATALYST types. Pax Rasmussen brings us " Green Bits." Lacey Kniep, Queen of What's Going On, brings the Calendar. Dan Schmidt investigates bike studs. Steve Proskauer explores the concept of " the arrow of destiny." And Suzanne Wagner encourages us to stabilize our centers, to stay in loving presence. That's a lot, packed into 36 pages (along with the Community Resource Directory and many interesting ads). I hope that, in the course of the month, you enjoy it all.
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