Good morning, Provo.

Local leaders and city officials gathered at the Children’s Justice Center to raise awareness amid rising child abuse cases, and Provo Mayor Marsha Judkins recognized Child Abuse Prevention Month on the center’s porch.

The center, which handles 2,000 cases yearly, opened a second location—where survivors choose teddy bears for comfort.

Utah author Ally Condie releases her new mystery novel The Girls Trip today and will appear in Midway with a book event and at the Provo Library on Wednesday to meet readers and discuss her inspiration from the local landscape.

Zions Bank’s Consumer Sentiment Survey shows Utahns’ optimism rose 3.1% in March despite a national decline amid concerns over the war in Iran.

Strong local job growth and a 3.6% unemployment rate contrast with slower progress elsewhere.

The Cardon family in Orem is preparing to move to Kansas City when the school year ends because they worry about dust + heavy metals from the drying Great Salt Lake affecting their children's asthma.

Their move highlights fears over local environmental changes.

Reading Club for Kids

5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — A fun-filled reading session with pizza and the chance to take home a book each week.

African Dance and Drumming Class

6-8 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Experience the vibrant culture of Africa through songs, dance, and drumming lessons from skilled instructors.

Runtastic Marathon

All day — Provo Utah — Registration fees apply — Experience Utah's premier spring marathon with breathtaking mountain views and multiple distance options.

Family Art Class

5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Explore creativity through various art mediums in a fun family setting.

Homework Help for Kids

6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — Get guidance on homework and stay on track with learning for grades 1-12.

Literacy Support Group

6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Engage in hands-on projects to enhance reading and writing skills for kids aged 7-12.

Reading Club for Kids

5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Help kids in grades K-8 discover a love for reading while enjoying pizza and taking home a book each week.

Weekly English Playgroup

10:30-11:30 a.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — Parents and children engage in learning and socialization in a supportive environment.

2026 Ice Breaker Shoot

Competition Round — Saturday & Sunday — Timpanogos Archers — Registration available online — Get ready to test your archery skills in this exciting two-day event.

Ballroom Book Sale

12-3 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Most books $2 or less — Build your home library and support library programs at this gigantic book sale.