Good morning, Provo.

The Osmond family announced plans Tuesday to build Vesper Amphitheater—a music venue with indoor/outdoor areas and resort-style accommodations—at an old mining facility off Provo Canyon Road, with groundbreaking set for next spring to restore 110 acres and boost trail connectivity near Provo Canyon.

Elder W. Mark Bassett’s funeral was held Tuesday, May 19 in North Salt Lake to honor his work in revitalizing missionary efforts and his deep family ties.

Church leaders and family members shared warm tributes that celebrated his enduring legacy.

Hikers in Provo who see a lone fawn or elk calf should keep their distance because the animal is likely hidden by its mother for safety.

The Utah DWR advises not touching or feeding baby wildlife to avoid stressing the creature and attracting predators.

Utah + Colorado + Arizona + New Mexico joined to form the Mountain West Geothermal Consortium to boost carbon-free geothermal power in the region.

State leaders said the initiative will streamline permitting and financing to increase renewable energy investment.

Sen. John Curtis and Sen. Mark Kelly released a PSA yesterday calling on voters to lower screen time plus engage in honest conversations with neighbors, a message from Disagree Better, a nonprofit started by Gov. Spencer Cox to ease division.

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.

The Phantom Breaks the Opera

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Angelus Theatre — $ — Experience a hilariously chaotic twist on a classic with musical mishaps and belly laughs.