Two winners will be chosen each month and a grand prize will be awarded at the end of the summer. Visit the website to view past winners and obtain an entry form at www.sandy.utah.gov/beautification.

Past recipients are welcome to enter this year's competition. Residents are encouraged to nominate their own or neighbor's property.

Thousands of man hours are donated each May by church organizations,  neighborhoods, local businesses and Boy Scout groups that organize projects  throughout the city. The annual day of service begins at approximately 8 a.m. and includes planting projects in parks, trimming headstones at the Sandy Cemetery, individual home improvements and maintenance of trails and playgrounds in local parks.

Volunteers deliver more than 40,000 green Sandy Pride bags to residents approximately two weeks before the May 19 event. The bags can be used for a variety of improvements around homes or neighborhoods and then disposed of in the normal trash cans. Sponsors listed on the bag have donated money or supplies for Sandy Pride volunteers to use for designated projects throughout the city. Volunteers, whether residents or businesses, have the opportunity to come together to donate time and resources to help with organized projects. The Home Depot located at the Little Cottonwood Center has provided a limited number of gift cards through The Home Depot Foundation that will be used to help veterans, the elderly, or  individuals with debilitating diseases complete projects for their homes or yards. Applications for these projects are available online.

To see a complete list of projects for May's event, to download an application to be considered for a project, or to see pictures from previous events, please visit www.sandy.utah.gov/sandypride or call Angela at 801-568-7254. Participating youth or scout groups are eligible for a beautiful patch depicting the "Hope Rising" statue in front of Sandy City Hall.

This is a great opportunity for youth, families, businesses and organizations to give a few hours of service to beautify and preserve the heritage of our community. Please join us in making a difference on May 19.

Schedule of hours:
All times listed are Open Plunge unless otherwise indicated.

May 26 - Noon - 8 p.m.
May 27 - Noon - 5 p.m.
May 28 - Noon - 8 p.m.

Tues - Fri May 29 - June 1 - 4-8 p.m.
Sat June 2 - Noon - 8 p.m.
Sun June 3 - Noon - 5 p.m.
Mon - Tues June 4-5 - 4-8 p.m.
Wed June 6 - 1-8 p.m.
Thurs - Sat June 7-9 6 a.m. - Noon; Noon - 8 p.m. Lap Swim
Sun June 10 - Noon - 5 p.m.

We offer swimming lessons, diving lessons, and private and semi-private lessons. For dates and times, please call 801-568-4600 or visit us online.

Please plan on attending the open house on Wednesday, May 16. Staff will be available in the Multi-Purpose Room (Room 341) at Sandy City Hall from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. to take comments, discuss the update and share what has been done so far. Please feel free to contact Jared Gerber, long range planning manager, at 801-568-7265 or by email with any questions.

To sign up or receive more information, please call 801-568-4657 or visit us online at www.sandy.utah.gov/riveroaks.

• Blood, Sweat and Tears, June 1- A musical institution, BS&T has left an indelible mark on the American music scene since 1968. One of the greatest horn bands in the history of popular music, BS&T's alumni roster reads like a Who's Who of the greatest jazz and rock musicians. "You've Made Me So Very Happy," "Spinning Wheel," "And When I Die," and "Hi-De-Ho." This band gives a night of music you will never forget.
  
  
• The Music of Elvis, June 9- "All Shook Up," " Blue Suede Shoes," " Hound Dog," "Jailhouse Rock," "Are You Lonesome Tonight," "Love Me Tender," "Burnin' Love," "Don't Be Cruel," "My Way" ... How can you go wrong? Come celebrate the king with an evening of The Music of Elvis.
  
  
• Glen Campbell- The Goodbye Tour, June 26- Legendary country singer Glen Campbell brings "The Goodbye Tour" to the intimate setting of the Sandy Amphitheater. Special guests are Glen's sons Cal and Shannon Campbell and daughter Ashley. It is a moving, engaging and masterful musical experience that is the culmination of a career that has spanned over five decades, produced dozens of Top 10 songs and sold over 45 million records. Don't miss your chance to say goodbye. 
  
  
• The Elders, June 30- One of the top Celtic-Rock groups in North America. This group brings together a collective musical past, employing a variety of instruments including banjo, accordion, mandolin, fiddle, piano, guitars, drums and blazing vocals! This is high-octane Celtic music at its best.
  
  
• Happy Together Tour, July 17-Don't miss timeless hits from the '60s and '70s, including "Happy Together," "Young Girl," "Midnight Confessions," and more! The most cherished classics from the bands that created them: The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie, The Monkees' Micky Dolenz, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Grass Roots and The Buckinghams!
  
  
• Arrival: The Music of ABBA, July 28- It's the best ABBA tribute band on the planet! Arrival re-creates the ABBA experience like none other. Hear all their hits, "Mama Mia," "Dancing Queen," "Does Your Mother Know" and much more! Get your tickets early to this sure to sell-out-show.
  
  
• Easton Corbin, July 31- The first male country solo artists in 17 years to have his first two singles hit #1 - "A Little More Country Than That" and "Roll With It." Corbin is known for his traditional country sound, authentic lyrics and mastery of understatement. The new country sensation, his latest single "Luvin' You Is Fun" is fast moving up the charts.
  
  
• Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers, Aug. 31- By any standard, three-time Grammy Award-winner Bruce Hornsby has built one of the most diverse careers in contemporary music. Drawing from a vast wellspring of American musical traditions. Hornsby and his longtime band The Noisemakers come to the Sandy Amphitheater in support of their latest CD Bride of The Noisemakers. Hits include "The End of the Innocence," "The Way it is," and "Mandolin Rain." 
  
  
• Olivia Newton-John, Sept. 7- The Sandy Amphitheater presents Grammy-Award winning singer Olivia Newton-John for a sparkling summer night of hits spanning over 40 years. From "Xanadu" to "Grease," "Physical" to "Have You Never Been Mellow," experience on stage the songs that have become the soundtrack of our lives.

Local Favorites
Every summer, the Sandy Amphitheater is the place to be for Utah's best local entertainment.

• BYU Ballroom Dance Company, May 31- Championship formation dancing, breathtaking lifts and spins-all performed in a seemingly endless stream of shimmering costumes--no one does it better than the BYU Ballroom Dance Company. The dances include, waltz, samba, foxtrot and hustle. They have traveled throughout Europe, the Middle East, the South Pacific, and the US. 
  
  
• Ryan Shupe and the RubberBand, June 8- Known for their live shows and spontaneous, creative jams, the RubberBand is a breath of fresh air in an age where much of the music is over-produced. Their organic approach to performing has built quite a following. They are always fun just pickin' and grinnin' through their mix of bluegrass, country, rock and jazz.
  
  
• Club Manhattan, June 15- Fascinating rhythms will be 'on tap' at Club Manhattan. Featuring SLC Tap directed by Debby Robertson. A homage to the great jazz nightclubs of a bygone era with dazzling tap, soulful vocalists and a swinging classic jazz ensemble. Come on down for a rhythm-packed, fun-filled evening of pure entertainment. 
  
  
• Paul Cardall & Lyceum Philharmonic, June 16- Five time Billboard charting recording artist Paul Cardall has inspired people worldwide as a songwriter, composer, and performer. Cardall's latest album titled "New Life" debuted at #1 on Billboard's top new age chart ahead of Yanni, Enya, and other prominent instrumental artists.
  
  
• The Piano Guys Live, July 14- Jon Schmidt and Steven Sharp Nelson team up to present some of the most popular music in a smash up style all their own. This is an evening of fun, exhilarating music sure to entertain the whole family. Check out the Piano Guys on YouTube and see what makes them so popular. 
  
  
• Eclipse, July 21- After multiple Southeast Asian tours, internationally sought after Eclipse returns to the Sandy Amphitheater to bring their signature sound featuring tight harmonies, driving percussion, and infectious energy home to Utah! Eclipse continues to perform both nationally and internationally. Last fall the group released a second holiday album titled It's Christmas Time. 
  
  
• Rockin' the Decades, Sept. 8- Decades is a live, fast-paced stage show that brings to life the history of rock and popular music. Featuring amazing musicians and vocalists, costume changes, choreography, and synchronized video. The show is non-stop entertainment. Travel through time with medleys from each decade of music, ending your journey with today's top hits.

Sandy Arts Guild Musical

• AIDA, Aug. 10-18- a contemporary musical take on a grand classic tale of the timeless bond between an enslaved Nubian princess and an Egyptian soldier. As forbidden love blossoms between them, the young lovers are forced to face death or part forever. Elton John and Tim Rice weave a pop-rock score that features stirring ballads, rousing choral numbers and exuberant dancing.
  Not presented on Sunday, August 12.

Free-For-All concerts
A series of free concerts are held on various nights throughout the summer with no tickets required. Come early for the best seat.

• American West Symphony, June 28
  Sandy's own community orchestra, American West Symphony comes to the Amphitheater for its annual summer Pops Concert. Bring the whole family and enjoy an evening of great music under the stars. 
  
  
• To Be Announced, July 11
  We're still working on scheduling something for this date. Whatever it is, you can be sure it will be fun and entertaining.
   
• 4th annual International Folk Festival, August 22
  Local folk groups from across Utah come together to present dances and music from countries around the world. Grab your family and friends and come travel the globe at the Sandy Amphitheater. More information on the participating groups, coming soon.
  
  
• Silent Movie Night, Sept. 5
  Join us for an eventful evening of cinema. Come see classic silent movies set to live organ music. Listen to the remarkable talents of Blaine Gale as he sets the perfect mood for these film treasures. There'll be plenty of popcorn to go with the thrills, chills and laughter. The movies will be shown on our huge 40-foot screen and will start at dusk.

Ticket Information
Tickets to all shows go on sale Monday, May 7 and can be purchased at any Smith'sTix location, charged by phone at 1-800-888-TIXX or (801) 467-TIXX, online at www.sandyarts.com/amph or at Sandy City Hall 10000 S. Centennial Pkwy, room 310, Mon-Fri 9 am -4 pm. The box office at the Amphitheater opens at 6 pm on the night of shows only and stays open until intermission. All shows begin at 8 pm unless noted.

The Sandy Amphitheater is located on the northwest corner of 9400 South and 1300 East with plenty of accessible parking. The gates open one-hour before performances. Visit our media page at www.sandyarts.com/amph for downloadable artist photos and bios. Also get all the latest happenings, listen to musical snippets of the artist, sign up for our e-newsletter and also join us on Facebook.

Sponsors
It is through the generous support of individuals and businesses that the Sandy Arts Guild/Sandy Amphitheater can bring great entertainment to the community. This year's sponsors include: Zions Bank as Title Sponsor, Deseret News, Comcast, Hilton Garden Inn, Waste Management, Colonial Flag, Zoo, Arts and Parks program, Utah Arts Council, George S. and Delores Doré Eccles Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts and Rocky Mountain Power Foundation.

• Come cheer on Real as they take on New England at Rio Tinto Stadium on May 5 at 7 p.m. and FC Dallas on May 26 at 7 p.m. (www.riotintostadium.com)

• Support the local Boy Scouts as they hold their annual Scout-O-Rama at the South Towne Expo Center on May 5 (www.southtowneexpo.com)

• Join in the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta on May 5 with the annual 5K Fiesta Race at Falcon Park at 9 a.m. (www.sandy.utah.gov/parks)

• Check out hundreds of amazing quilts on display at the Home Machine Quilting Show at the South Towne Expo Center May 10-12 (www.hmqs.com)

• Get your yard ready for summer with some great ideas from our demonstration garden at the annual Sego Lily Garden Fair on May 12 from 9 a.m.-noon (www.sandy.utah.gov/segolily)

• Bring the family out to Family Night at the Skate Park on Monday, May 14 from 6-9 p.m. Be sure to get your kid a helmet for only $5 (www.sandy.utah.gov/parks)

• Root on your favorite high school soccer team at Rio Tinto Stadium for the UHSAA Boys Championships at Rio Tinto Stadium on May 12 and May 24 (www.uhsaa.org)

• Cheer on the USA Rugby Boys High School as they compete for the championship at Rio Tinto Stadium on May 19 (www.usarugby.com)
  
  
• Enjoy the opening night at the Sandy Amphitheater with BYU Ballroom Dancing, May 31 at 8 p.m. (www.sandyarts.com/amph)

1. 10080 South from Centennial Parkway to State Street

2. 7800 South from 700 East to Devin Place

3.  Monroe Street 255 West to 9400 South (including curb/gutter and storm drainage) on the west side of the road.

For a map of the construction areas, please visit our website.