BARNYARD BUDDIES: PONY RIDES & PETTING ZOO
April 1-October 31, 2008
Meet some of your favorite farm animals face-to-face. Your children will pet rabbits, pigs, goats, llamas, a donkey, cow and more. Cost is just $2. Let your little wranglers take a pony ride for $3. Hand-sanitizing stations are available and Barnyard Buddies is USDA licensed. Located in the lot just west of Archibald's Restaurant. Open Mondays through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting. This is a wonderful place to bring pre-school groups, cub scout troops, play groups and have birthday parties. Barnyard Buddies at Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.455.5679. www.gardnervillage.com
PROTEA COTTAGE TEA SITTINGS
January 1-December 31, 2008.
Looking for something different? Experience the charm of a tea party - a wonderful way to spend a delightful hour or two with friends and family! Tea is held Tuesdays through Saturdays at noon and 4 p.m. by reservation. Private tea parties of eight or more are also available along with special-tea events like An American Girl Tea or Red Hat Ladies. Reserve now at 801.938.1980. For more information about afternoon tea and special-tea events, visit Protea's website at www.proteacottage.com. Protea Cottage at Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.938-1980. www.gardnervillage.com
FRONTIER FEST AT THE GATHERING PLACE
June 13-14, 2008
Discover the frontier encountered by pioneers in 1847 through storytellers, re-enactors, musicians, square dancers, cloggers, cowboy poets, songwriters, quilters and craftsmen of all types and ages. There will be free events throughout the Village and ticketed events in The Gathering Place. You'll find concerts, games, food and fun each day. Presented by Clog America and Utah Pioneer Heritage Arts. Proceeds from Frontier Fest will support the preservation of Utah’s heritage arts. Buy tickets at www.smithstix.com. Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.566-0917. www.gardnervillage.com
MOONLIGHT BEACH PARTY
August 16, 2008
Surfs up! Come dressed and ready to play at our version of a beach party. You'll enjoy the spirit of the islands through tropical music, island dance shows, food and more! Stay up late with us from 6 p.m. to midnight and receive spectacular discounts, coupons or prizes in each of our specialty retail shops. You won't want to miss this sunny savings event. Island dance shows will be held at 7 pm, 8 pm, 9 pm and 10 pm and will last approximately 30 minutes per show. Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.566-8903. www.gardnervillage.com
KAMILLE’S KNITTING CLASSES
January 1-December 31, 2008
Kamille's is offering beginning and intermediate knitting classes and special events all year long. Come with your mom, daughter or grandma to learn how to knit or to refresh your basics. Visit her website at www.kamilles.com for more information. Kamille’s at Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.282.0477. www.gardnervillage.com
LABOR DAY WEEKEND SIDEWALK SALE
August 29, 30, September 1, 2008
Archibald Gardner, Scottish immigrant, Mormon pioneer and one of Utah’s first settlers, built our flourmill in 1877. In celebration of his 194th birthday, Gardner Village is having a one-of-a-kind Sidewalk Sale on Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 8 pm and Monday from 10 am to 6 pm. You'll find exceptional deals along the paths and in all of our retail shops. Enjoy the music of Last Night’s Fun Celtic Band on Friday from 2 – 4 pm and Fire on the Mountain Bluegrass Band on Monday from noon to 4 pm. It's a sale even Archibald would love. Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.566-8903. www.gardnervillage.com
PINE NEEDLES CLASSES
January 1-December 31, 2008
Learn how to quilt, stitch and embroider. Pine Needles offers classes for the beginner and for those with experience. Join in the fun with a variety of activities. For a complete schedule visit the website at www.pineneedlesonline.com. Space is limited. Pine Needles at Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.233-0551. www.gardnervillage.com
GET BEWITCHED
September 18-October 31, 2008
This is the season when the witches come out to play. Join in the fun with a hilarious display of plump, green-faced witches dressed to the nines in their most wacky and witchy attire: with mismatched colors, floppy hats and frumpy bloomers. The Village is full of 'em. Plan now to bring the camera and kids for this annual favorite exclusive to Gardner Village. Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.566-8903. www.gardnervillage.com
WITCHES NIGHT OUT
October 24-25, 2008
An event just for ladies 18 years and older! Gardner Village will be filled with witches from 6 pm to 10 pm both nights. You’ve never seen so many pointy hats in one place before! Come dressed in a witch’s hat or costume and enter the drawing for one of five, $100 Gardner Village shopping sprees and other great prizes at 10 p.m. nightly. Also enjoy an emcee, music as you shop and more. Stop to have your fortune told and join in the witches parade at 8 p.m. nightly. Leave the children with the sitter and grab a friend for this very enchanting ladies night out. Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.566-8903. www.gardnervillage.com
RIDE WITH A WITCH
October 3, 4, 6, 10, 11, 13, 20, 27, 2008
Take a horse-drawn wagonette ride with a friendly witch as your guide! Have a cackling good time at this Village event perfect for families. She'll delight you with stories, songs and maybe even a spell or two. Rides are held between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. and are $2 a person. Rides will be held Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays during October. First come, first driven. Reservations not accepted. Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.566-8903. www.gardnervillage.com
MOONLIGHT MADNESS
November 22, 2008
This event's a favorite. Get a jump on Christmas shopping, treat yourself to a late night out with friends and receive incredible savings from 6 p.m. to midnight. While you're here, enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride between 5 and 8 p.m. Rides are just $10 for up to 6 people. You'll enjoy special discounts, coupons and prizes for six hours only. Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.566-8903. www.gardnervillage.com
ELVES ARRIVE
November 20-December 31, 2008
The North Pole elves are back for the holidays to fill your heart with delight. The collection of pointy-eared displays will charm you as they help Santa prepare for the season. Enjoy new displays this year and grab the camera and kids and capture the magic of Christmas in photos and memories. Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.566-8903. www.gardnervillage.com
LIVE NATIVITY
December 19-20, 2008
Real people and live animals will recreate a live nativity with music. See shepherds, wise men, an angel, Joseph and Mary. Sing-a-long from 6:00 to 6:30 with the shepherds. The nativity starts promptly at 6:30 p.m., and the production lasts about 30 minutes. Please dress warm as this is an outdoor event. Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.566-8903. www.gardnervillage.com
RIDE WITH MRS. CLAUSE
December 1, 8, 15, 22, 2008
Bring the kids for family night, and enjoy a tractor-pulled ride with Mrs. Claus! She’ll delight you with stories, secrets about Santa and fun for the entire family. Rides are available between 5 and 8 p.m. for only $2 per person on Monday evenings during December. No reservations. Gardner Village, 1100 West 7800 South, West Jordan, Utah 84088. 801.566-8903. www.gardnervillage.com
