Local libraries offer music, movies and outdoor fun

For many, the luxury of summer is time. Time to relax, to rest, to read. In a hammock, on the grass, by a pool, under a porch fan, it doesn't matter. Sometimes books just read better outside.

This summer, local libraries are offering more than books and reading programs for lazy summer days. This summer season, they also will feature movies, art, music and gardening to draw the community together and potential readers in. All events are free and open to the public. For more information on any of the following events call 801-524-8200 or visit www.slcpl.org

MUSIC

Music @ Main

What: The Main Library will feature free concerts from local musicians such as rock & roll group Cub Country, punk band Red Bennies and "experimental rock" act The Lionelle.

Where: Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, Salt Lake City

When: The third Wednesday of every month, 7 p.m.

Concerts by the Creek

What: Outdoor music performances, ranging from indie rock to folk, played in a creekside amphitheater

Where: Anderson-Foothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, Salt Lake City

When: Every Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

Sounds of Summer

What: Outdoor concerts in Sugar House, featuring a wide range of local acts playing a variety of genres including bluegrass, pop and soul.

Where: Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East, Salt Lake City

When: Every Thursday, 7:30 p.m.

Children's Concert with Eric Herman

What: Children's music artist Eric Herman will perform an audience-focused outdoor show.

Where: Anderson-Foothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, Salt Lake City

When: Saturday, June 27, 2 p.m.

Children's Concert with Doc Young

What: Doc Young will play "family fun originals" and classic folk music at these concert events.

Where and when: Day-Riverside Branch: July 3, 3 p.m.; Main Library: Saturday, July 18, 3 p.m.; Sprague Branch: Monday, Aug. 3, 7 p.m.

MOVIES

Science Movie Night: Is It Real Science or Reel Science?

What: Free movie nights featuring science-related films, such as "Destination Moon" in conjunction with the Utah Museum of Natural History that also include a post-movie discussion.

Where: Auditorium, Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, Salt Lake City

When: First Tuesday of every month, 6:30 p.m.

"The Incredibles: An Interactive Movie"

What: Audience members are invited to come and help the superhero family while watching the film at this interactive event

Where and when: Main Library: Saturday, June 13, 3 p.m.; Sprague Branch: Monday, June 15, 7 p.m.; Anderson-Foothill Branch: Monday, June 15, 7 p.m.; Day-Riverside Branch: Monday, June 22, 2 p.m.; Chapman Branch: Monday, June 22, 3 p.m.; Sweet Branch: Monday, June 29, 7 p.m.

Senior Movie Afternoons

What: A film series starring and focused on senior citizens, featuring both classic and contemporary movies, that is free and open to all.