Around the Diocese

Holiday Bazaar — Saturday, Nov. 16 after the 5 p.m. Mass and Sunday, Nov. 17 after the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Masses, at Our Lady of Lourdes church hall, 1085 East 700 South, SLC. There will be gently used holiday items, baked goods and Bead for Life, an organization that assists women in Uganda to become self sufficient. Hosted by the Ladies of Charity.

St. Martin dePorres Holiday Boutique — Saturday, Nov. 16, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at St. Martin DePorres Catholic church, 2200 west 4914 south, Taylorsville. Beautiful handmade and one-of-a-kind gifts, food and prizes. For information contact Angie Garcia at 801-455-2234.

Saint Mary’s Holiday Boutique — Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 24, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Rte. 224, Park City. Cost is $1 donation to the food bank. Unique handmade and one-of-a-kind items. For information contact Nancy Michalko, 435-940-1723.

Saint Francis Xavier’s Christmas Boutique — Sunday, Nov. 24, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 4501 West 5215 South, Kearns. If you are interested in being a vendor, tables will be $25; contact Machelle at 801-232-6322 (in English) or Paula at 801-637-6769 (in Spanish), for registration forms and information.

Saint Ambrose Christmas Boutique — Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Saint Ambrose Catholic Church, 1900 South 2300 East, SLC. Over 40 vendors with unique hand-crafted items, lunch and visits from St. Nicholas.

YOUCAT — Wednesday, Nov. 13, 6:30–7:30 p.m. at the Salt Lake City Public Library, 210 East 400 South, SLC. Young adults (18 – 35) are invited to ask questions and discuss teachings of the Catholic Church. The sessions are the second Wednesdays of the month. For information, contact Samantha Almanza, 801-328-8641 x 313 or samantha.almanza@dioslc.org.

Judge Memorial CHS Open House — Thursday, Nov. 14, 5-6:30 p.m, in the Judge Memorial main hall, 650 South 1100 East, SLC. Meet the staff, talk with current students and coaches, tour the campus, learn to set up a personal shadow day; learn about the college-preparatory program and the opportunities available in activities and athletics. For information, visit www.judgememorial.com.

JDCHS "The Wizard of Oz" — Nov. 14-16, 7 p.m. in the Juan Diego CHS auditorium, 11400 South 300 East, Draper. Cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children and seniors. For information, call 801-984-7650 or visit www.jdchs.org.

JMCHS "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" — Nov. 15-16, at 7 p.m. in the Judge Memorial auditorium, 650 South, 1100 East, SLC. For information, visit www.judgememorial.com.

St. Cecilia’s Day Concert — Sunday, Nov. 17, 8 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 309 E. South Temple, SLC. The Choir of the Cathedral of the Madeleine, featuring the choristers from The Madeleine Choir School, presents Herbert Howell’s "Take Him, Earth, For Cherishing," Arvo Paert’s "Cantus In Memorial Benjamin Britten," and Benjamin Britten’s "Saint Nicolas, Op. 42." General seating passes are free but required; visit utmcs.org or call 801-994-4663.

Madeleine Choir School Drop-In Tours — Tuesday, Nov. 19, 1-3 p.m. at The Madeleine Choir School, 201 First Ave., SLC. Visit the campus and learn more about the Choir School’s distinctive environment and rich curriculum. For information, contact Jennifer Payne at admissions@utmcs.org or call 801-323-9850 x103.

TAIZE Prayer — Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m. at Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. Everyone is invited to sing along. All ages are welcome.

Turkey Bingo fundraiser — Friday, Nov. 22, 6 p.m., at Saint Patrick Parish Social Hall, 1058 west 400 South, SLC. Cards cost $4 each and good for all 16 games. Hosted by the Saint Patrick Parish Youth. Each game is a chance to win a turkey.

Turkey Bingo — Saturday, Nov. 23, 6:30 in the Saint Ambrose Catholic Church social hall, 1975 South 2300 East. Hosted by the BSA Troop 202 for their annual Turkey Bingo fundraiser. Ten chances to win; food available for purchase. Net proceeds from the event go to the parish Boy Scout program.

OLOL Catholic School Round Up Auction — Saturday, Nov. 23, 6:30 p.m. at the IJ & Jeanne Wagner Jewish Community Center, 2 N. Medical Dr., SLC. Margaritas, cold beer, delicious food, good conversations, and silent and live auctions. Tickets are $40 per person. For tickets and information, visit www.lourdesschool.org/roundup.

Vocation Awareness Weekend — Monday, Nov. 25 7-8:30 p.m. at Saint Mary Catholic Church, 4050 South 3900 West, West Haven. Guests will include members of the Order of Preachers (Dominicans), Daughters of Charity, Sisters of the Holy Cross, and the Carmelite nuns. All are welcome. For information, call Donna, 801-898-3821.

Catholic Home Schooling Group — Open to families throughout the Salt Lake Diocese. We meet the first Friday of every month for Mass and an activity. Please call for details or to join the group. Anna Burrus 435-640-3591 or Deirdre Teodosio 435-729-0369.