co•lab
Located in the Utah Cultural Celebration Center, the West Valley City Community Engagement & Culture (CEC) Department celebrates all residents of the City through events, initiatives and programs that provide opportunities for them to come together to share ideas, inspire one another, nurture relationships, honor traditions, and learn from one another, creating greater connectedness and enhanced sense of community pride. Since it’s opening in 2003, this center has served as a space to honor and celebrate the rich diversity of our community. With this in mind, we wish to introduce co·lab…
co-
prefix:
with : together :joint : jointly : in or the the same degree : one that is associated in an action with another :fellow :partner
lab:
broadly a place providing opportunity for experimentation, observation, or practice in a field of study
The co·lab program serves as a platform for engagement with community in mutually beneficial programs and activities that multiply outcomes with partners and enhance the quality of life for residents of West Valley City. co-lab fosters collaboration with and between local artists and arts & cultural organizations and creates a range of opportunities for programs, events and experiences at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center that reflect and strengthen a sense of community.
co·lab WVC is divided into 2 main program areas that will provide improved resident access to the Utah Cultural Celebration Center.
co·lab ARTS and co·lab COMMUNITY
co·lab ARTS : Supports public arts & cultural events of all kinds. This may include performances, festivals, concerts, arts expo's, screenings, workshops, and other educational events.
co·lab COMMUNITY: Supports community-based events, programs, and initiatives that strengthen connections, provide resources, and improve quality of life for West Valley City residents. This may include neighborhood events, resource fairs, educational workshops, wellness activities, outreach programs, community celebrations, volunteer initiatives, and other civic or community-centered gatherings.