UPCOMING EVENTS AT A GLANCE | | UPCOMING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES | | |
Join the Excitement: Z-Arts needs for Volunteers to help at the Green Jello Sculpture Contest as part of the St. Patrick's Day festivities! Saturday, March 21, 2026 - Noon to 4:30 p.m.
Sign Up Here! https://bit.ly/4aUHyU6
Everyone is welcome to join the fun by volunteering at the Green Jello Sculpture Contest! We need volunteers for two-hour shifts, and your responsibilities will include:
- Transporting sculptures from the CCC to the tables in the ball field.
- Staffing the tables and encouraging the public to cast their votes for the People’s Choice award, which is open to both children and adults.
- Assisting with breakdown at the end of the event by helping to dismantle the tables and remove the sculptures.
It’s really loads of fun! Plus, if you're interested in creating your own Jello sculpture, there is a workshop at 10:30 a.m. at the CCC. More info on that below.
And stay tuned for future volunteer opportunities happening soon (April) for the Wild & Scenic Film Festival
and the Zion Chalk & Earth Fest!
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Have you ever wondered what goes on at the Z-Arts Board Meetings? Well, now is your opportunity to find out! These meetings are open to anyone interested in attending. They are typically held on the first Tuesday of each month from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at the Rockville Community Center, located at 34 E Main Street, Rockville, UT.
The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026. We warmly invite you to join us and observe. If you have a topic you would like to discuss with the Board, please let us know ahead of time.
NOTE: Date and times are subject to change.
Email zarts@springdaletown.com to confirm.
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Wild & Scenic Film Festival
During the Zion Chalk & Earth Fest, Friday and Saturday,
April 17-18, 2026
Bumbleberry Theater
Friday Evening @ 7pm
Saturday Matinee @ 11am
Saturday Evening @ 7pm
More info coming soon!
Z-ARTS NEEDS VOLUNTEERS - SIGNUP HERE!
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The Canyon Kaleidoscope Community Art Show
Now thru March 27, 2026, at the Canyon Community Center
Featuring artworks from our local talent!
If you are interested in purchasing any of the pieces offered in this annual Canyon Community group show, please reach out to the respective artist directly if you know them. Alternatively, you can get in touch with Z-Arts at zarts@springdaletown.com, and we will get you in touch with the artist.
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***Z-Arts Workshop Inquiry***
Z-Arts is seeking to gauge interest in a beginner or intermediate oil painting workshop. If you would like to participate, please reach out to Jan Passek at mailto:janet920@gmail.com with the following details:
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Level of class: Beginner or Intermediate
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Duration: One-day workshop or a multi-day session spread over several weeks.
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Join the fun at the Green Jello Sculpture Making Workshop in Springdale, UT!
Create unique Jello art as part of the St. Patrick’s Day festivities.
March 21, 2026
10:30 to 1:30 pm
Canyon Community Center
126 Lion Blvd, Springdale, UT
Free
Fun for All Ages
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Join us! The Green Jello Sculpture Contest is one of the best events of the year.
Sponsored by the Zion Canyon Visitors Bureau and Z-Arts.
What will be provided:
In addition to Green Jello, we will have favorite craft items on hand: Chenille Pipe Cleaners, Wiggle Eyes, Colored Craft Sticks, Feathers, Pom Poms, Art Paper, Scissors, Glue, Tape, Markers, Crayons and more.
What to bring:
- An idea of what you want to make.
- Any additional supplies you need to complete your creation.
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WATERCOLOR PRACTICE
MONDAYS, FEBRUARY & MARCH / 3 - 5:30 p.m.
THESE CLASSES ARE NOW FULL - PLEASE CONTACT LANELL DIKE AT THE EMAIL ABOVE FOR MORE INFO AND/OR TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST
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About Art Classes
$10 per class
5 Class Punch Pass - $5
10 Class Punch Pass - $100
Drop-in Single Class - $12
No previous art experience is needed, just a desire to try new things and an openness to creative play and exploration. Some supplies may be provided depending on the class. Suggestions will be sent out before each class, so be sure to RSVP to get on the email list.
Purchase passes here
Fees must be paid online at Springdale Town Office during business hours, or in person with Robyn Sanders, Canyon Community Center Coordinator, during business hours.
| | UTAH DIVISION OF ARTS & MUSEUMS | | |
Utah Artist Fellowship Applications Open Jan. 26
The Utah Artist Fellowships are $5,000 awards that recognize the careers of Utah artists demonstrating exceptional creativity in their fields. Fellows are chosen by out-of-state, nationally renowned arts professionals. Selections are based on evaluation of application narratives as well as work samples from the past five years. Fellowships will be awarded in each of these categories:
Literary Arts – Five fellowships
Performing Arts (Music 2026) – Five fellowships
Visual Arts & Design Arts – Eight fellowships
Application closes March 6 at 5 p.m.
Learn More & Apply
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Join Our Team!
The Z-Arts Board is a group of volunteer Board Members and Program Chairs responsible for bringing quality Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Humanities, Literary, and Film events year-round to the Zion Canyon community. We welcome you to contact any of the Board members with comments, suggestions, or questions.
As the oldest continuously operating art council in the State of Utah,
Z-Arts has a long and rich history. Come be a part of it!
About Us | Z-Arts
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Still Looking for a New Leader!
We are eager to find enthusiastic candidates to take the lead in 2026!
Candidates passionate about the arts, with leadership experience and a commitment to diversity, are encouraged to apply. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to zarts@springdaletown.com.
Additional opportunities for Film and Literary Chairs are also available.
Visit the Z-Arts website to learn more about the exciting work we do!
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We Want You!
Z-Arts is always on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers to help manage our information table and support various activities at our events.
DON'T BE SHY! Join the excitement and fun by signing up today!
We need volunteers of all kinds:
- Are you artistic or creative and have an idea for a project or event?
- Are you a patron and have a favorite art form you’d like to support?
- Are you an organizational visionary and would like to help steward Z-Arts in this next chapter?
Contact us TODAY for more information and to sign up! zarts@springdaletown.com
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IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO BECOME A MEMBER!
JOIN OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP TODAY!
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Membership is enormously important to the sustainability of Z-Arts. There are several different Z-Arts membership levels (Individual, Family, Artist, Artist Group, Business, and Benefactor.)
Memberships give back to the community. Our local non-profit organization relies on small grants, memberships, sponsorships, and donations to provide quality arts and humanities programming within the Zion Canyon. Your membership also includes discounts at some ticketed events, workshop fees, as well as receiving the “Here’s Z Buzz” weekly newsletter email.
Memberships help demonstrate to granting agencies that Z-Arts has the support of its community. Each year we hope to do more to enrich and educate the canyon communities with the wonderful art all around us, and your support will help us to continue this quest. As a reminder, your entire membership and contributions are tax deductible and is good for one year.
Thank you so very much for considering this request. Scan the QR code below or join at Membership Plans which will take you to a secure page.
To become a Z-Arts member by mail, download a form here, and return the form and membership fee to:
Z-Arts
P.O. Box 115
Springdale, Utah, 84767
| | The mission of the Zion Canyon Arts and Humanities Council (Z-Arts) is to support and promote access to the arts and humanities while cultivating a climate of creativity, dialog, and the exchange of ideas for the communities of Zion Canyon and beyond. | | | | |
