I can personally attest to the difference exercise makes. Yoga is my current go-to. I am trying to stick to a schedule better this winter, and I'm hoping that makes a difference too.
Tell me: What strategies have you used to help combat seasonal depression?
This Utah area sets sights on observatory for night skies
Southern Utah’s Kanab is replete with its outstanding scenery of sandstone formations, with adventures awaiting in Paria Canyon, state parks such as the Coral Pink Sand Dunes, slot canyons and of course, Lake Powell.
But what about the night life?
The Stellar Vista Observatory and Kane County Water Conservancy District are hoping to brighten the options by pursuing an educational astronomical observatory to enjoy southern Utah’s star-filled skies at the Jackson Flat Reservoir property, owned by the water district.
The vision for creating an observatory in Kanab to explore the planets, star clusters and other fascinating objects in the night sky with telescopes happened nearly five years ago.
“This area represents one of the most stunning and preeminent locations for dark sky observing and enjoyment in the nation. Through this partnership with SVO, we envision the creation of a state-of-the art-observatory facility that will serve as a hub for educational programs, public events and community engagement regarding the night sky,” wrote Mike Noel in a letter outlining the agreement.
🌠 Read more about the potential Stellar Vista Observatory in red rock country.
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University Place showcases 7th annual gingerbread house competition (Daily Herald)
Save big on live theatre with Utah Shakespeare Festival’s Cyber Monday sale on December 2. Get $10 off each ticket to the 2025 season. Best seats at a discount make incredible holiday gifts. 2025’s season includes Macbeth, Steel Magnolias, The Importance of Being Earnest, and more. Visit bard.org/cyber
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The Nation and The World
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🗓️ Events Calendar
We are still working on the calendar for December and are hoping to have it done early next week. In the meantime, here are some stories that include holiday events around Utah:
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