Around the Diocese

Mardi Gras — May 7 to benefit Saint John the Baptist Parish. Vegas-style games and cocktails at 7 p.m. in the Juan Diego Catholic High School gym, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. Call 801-984-7109, or visit www.sjb-parish.org for information.

Saint John the Baptist Parish 12th Annual Festival of Roses — May 13 - 15. Friday, May 13: Carnival rides and games from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. There will be a family dinner and a live band on the outdoor stage. Saturday, May 14: Open the day with the 5K Run at 8 a.m. The fun continues all day with carnival rides, games and activities. A Western BBQ dinner will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. Doors open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, May 15: Booths and carnival rides will open at 10 a.m. and run until 4 p.m. For more information call the parish, 801-984-7109, or visit www.sjb-parish.org.

Festival of Roses 5K Run/1 Mile Fun Walk — Saturday, May 14, at 8 a.m., in the circle of the Skaggs Catholic Center, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. Registration fees on race day are: 5K Run -$18 adults, $12 children 12 and under. Fun Walk -$12. There will be prizes in each of the different categories of race participants, raffles, and refreshments. Race coordinator is Michelle Bullett, 801-870-3851. Visit our website for festival information and 5K registration form at www.sjb-parish.org.

Mass of Thanksgiving — The Most Reverend John C. Wester, Bishop of Salt Lake City, cordially invites you to a Mass of Thanksgiving on Sunday, May 22, at 2 p.m., at Saint Ann Catholic Church, 450 East 2100 South, Salt Lake City, honoring Reverend Monsignor J. Terrence Fitzgerald, PA, VG, as Monsignor retires from active ministry. A reception will follow in the parish center.

Saint Olaf School Parking Lot Sale — Saturday, April 30, St. Olaf Catholic School will hold a multi-family Parking Lot Sale from 8 a.m. to noon at 1800 S. Orchard Drive, Bountiful. Individuals will man their own space to sell clothing, furniture, appliances, toys, arts and crafts, sporting goods, decorating pieces and other items. Coffee and donuts will be sold. Parking stalls are still available at $15 per single stall and $25 for double stalls. Call 801-295-5341 for more information.

Dessert Pops — May 2-3 at 7 p.m. in the Juan Diego Catholic High School Little Theater, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. The cost is $8 for adults, $5 for seniors and children 16 and under, students and faculty, free. Tickets will be sold at the door.

‘Annie’— May 4-5 at 7 p.m. Saint John the Baptist Middle School musical to be held in the Juan Diego Catholic High School auditorium, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. This musical is free and open to the public.

High School Drama Showcase — May 10-11 at 7 p.m. in the Juan Diego Catholic High School auditorium, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. Free and open to the public.

All Campus Art Show — May 9, Booster BBQ at 5 p.m.; awards ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Display featuring student art from kindergarten through 12th grade. Display will be in the Juan Diego Catholic High School Great Hall May 2-13, and is free and open to the public.

Madeleine Choir School’s 15th Annual Auction — "A Night With Shakespeare," Saturday, May 14, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Salt Palace Convention Center. For sponsorship or patron table information, call Joanna Wheelton 801-994-4662.

Judge Memorial Catholic High School annual Spring Music Concert — Friday, May 6, at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium, 650 South 1100 East, Salt Lake City. All groups will perform: Chamber Strings, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Madrigal Choir and Show Choir. Selections will include music from all genres, and there will also be special performances from seniors. Come and support these talented performers as they wind down their musical year. For more information, call 801-363-8895.

Judge Memorial Catholic High School 7th Annual Psychology Fair — Thursday, May 19 and Friday, May 20 from 8:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the foyer of the Judge auditorium. Psychology and AP psychology students will display and discuss their original psychological research. Parents and friends are invited to visit, and serve informally as judges. All are welcome.

Our Lady of Lourdes, Magna, Golf Tournament — Saturday, June 25, shotgun start at 7 a.m. Join us for an 18-hole, 4-person scramble at West Ridge Golf Course, 5055 S. Westridge Blvd. (5955 West), West Valley City. The cost is $75, which includes a cart, lunch and drinks. Fees must be paid by May 15. The cost is $85 at the door. Sponsor a hole for a minimum of $150. Send your check payable to: Our Lady of Lourdes CCW L.L.C., c/o Victor Marquez, 6276 South Mount Logan Way, West Jordan, UT 84084.

An Evening of Enchantment — Saturday, May 7, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Join J.E. Cosgriff Parents for the Cosgriff Prom 2011. Pull out your best prom dress and dust off your dancing shoes and join us for an evening of dancing, photos and fun. Tickets are $20 per person, $35 per couple, $25 per person or $45 per couple at the door. Cab service will be available. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 801-486-3197.

Enrollment — Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic School has a few openings in kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th and 7th grades for the 2011-2012 school year. For more information or a tour of our school, call Rosemary Bennett at 801-277-6702 ext. 0.

Catholic Summer Camps — Camp Tuttle. It’s time to sign up. Campers are encouraged to send in a hard copy registration with a check or visit the Office of Youth Ministry website for more information and to pay with a credit card online at www.dioslc.org/ministries/youth.

Diocesan Hymn Festival — Saturday, May 14, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 309 East South Temple, Salt Lake City. Come listen to and celebrate with various choirs from around the Diocese of Salt Lake City. For more information, contact the Diocesan Office of Liturgy at 801-328-8641, ext. 363. This event is free and open to the public.

Youth Ministry — The Office of Youth Ministry will host three summer camps, "Saints and Super-heroes." The Family Camp is from July 29-31 at $35 per person. Junior High Camp for students going into grades 7-9 is July 31-Aug. 5; cost is $255. Elementary Camp for students going into grades 4-6 is Aug. 7-10; cost is $195. Go to www.dioslc.org/ministries/youth or e-mail Matthew.Boerke@dioslc.org for more information or to register, or call Matt Boerke at 801-328-8641 ext. 313.

Vendors Wanted — For Spring Fling Craft Fair, Friday, May 20, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday May 21 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Saint Mary Parish, 4050 South 3900 West, West Haven. This event is sponsored by the Council of Catholic Women. Vendors register at www.stmarychurchccw.org.

Spring, fall or winter break service opportunities — A live-in experience with the Little Sisters of the Poor, who care for the elderly in many locations throughout the U.S. No nursing experience is required. There is a paid option for those who make a commitment of at least six weeks. For more information or to apply contact Sister Constance at serenity@littlesistersofthepoor.org, or visit the website at www.littlesistersofthepoor.org.