Good morning, Provo.

The inaugural Salt Lake Art Show is underway in Sandy and blends fine art with live music, dance, panels, and Indigenous art.

Organized by Peaks Art Fairs, the family-friendly event runs May 15-17 at the Mountain America Expo Center.

On Thursday, May 14, New York Times columnist Bret Stephens spoke at BYU during the Peacemaker Conference about the dividing line between the elite and others — he explained the gap between those who work in a 'words economy' and those in a 'stuff economy' — and urged communities to build mutual understanding.

Record-low snowpack has led Utah State Parks to issue advisories for 12 boat ramps, including those at Piute and Yuba, with restrictions affecting summer recreation.

Officials plan to expand life jacket programs to 23 parks & urge visitors to check boating conditions before launching.

Governor Spencer Cox declared a 30-day state of emergency on Friday for crop losses from an April freeze that severely damaged fruit and grain yields in several counties.

The order will provide funding support to help local growers recover.

BYU standout AJ Dybantsa is projected as a top NBA draft prospect while mock drafts suggest the Jazz will take Kansas guard Darryn Peterson at No. 2 — BYU forward Richie Saunders is expected in the second round, with the draft set for June 23 and 24.

Russian Playgroup

10:30 a.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Connect with fellow parents and watch your little ones learn and socialize in a welcoming environment.

Circus Golden Star Show

1:30 – 3:00 PM — Provo Towne Centre — $33.23+ — Experience excitement under the big top with thrilling acts and family-friendly fun.

Circus Golden Star Show

4:30-6:00 p.m. — Provo Towne Centre — Tickets start at $33.23 — Experience the magic of the circus under the big top with family-friendly performances.

Will Baxter Band: A Tribute to Neil Diamond

7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Covey Center for the Arts — Free, reserve tickets online — Celebrate the iconic sounds of Neil Diamond with the Will Baxter Band's tribute show.

Board Game Construction Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Unleash your creativity by designing games or testing out others' creations.

Provo Career Fair

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center — Free entry — Connect face-to-face with recruiters from local and Fortune 500 companies for exciting career opportunities.

Russian Playgroup

10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Engage with other parents and let children play and learn in a supportive environment.

Spanish Story Time at Lakeview Park

10:00-10:30 a.m. — Lakeview Park — Free — Enjoy story time in the sunshine with captivating tales for children.

2026 Summer Band Concert Series

7 p.m. — North Park, Provo — Free entry — Enjoy delightful performances by the Utah Premiere Brass every Sunday in June.

Movies in the Park - Zootopia 2

7-9 p.m. — Rock Canyon Park — Free entry — Bring your blankets and enjoy a fun night under the stars watching Zootopia 2.