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Book Signing: VS Grenier at Sunset on the Square!



Author VS Grenier will be at Sunset on the Square at the Heritage Writers Guild (HWG) booth each event night to sign books, talk about writing and joining the HWG League of Utah Writers Southern Utah Chapter.

ST. GEORGE, UT   Sunset on the Square (SOTS), Friday night FREE family movies on the Town Square in the City of St. George is a huge success with more than 2000 attendees per event.  The event is hosted by Write It Up! and the City of St. George.  Now in its 7th year, SOTS features family oriented films the second and fourth Friday of the month, May 24, 2013 through August 23, 2013, Town Square Park will host local residents for a FREE movie in the park.  Movies will start at dusk, but the fun will begin around 5 with food, games, AAA Water Balloon Challenge, booths, prizes and dancing.

This year there are many great movies and special events scheduled, including BOOK SIGNINGS by HWG AUTHORS!  
“Sunset on the Square has been a great event to work with the City of St. George.  The community loves it, and the kids just have such a wonderful time.  There just is no better way to spend a Friday night than under the stars watching a great movie with your family.” explained Dawn McLain, the Event Coordinator.  
There is a Charity of the Night at each event.  Proceeds from Blue Bunny and other vendors will be donated to help those charities, including HWG.  Prior to the movie attendees can enjoy great entertainment, music, food, book signings and prizes.
The Travel Connection is providing this year’s Grand Prize, a 4 day cruise for 2 on Princess Cruise lines.  Throughout the season 3 people will quality to win each night.  The Grand Prize winner will be announced before the movie on August 23, at the close of the season event, Chamber Night.
Join us in Town Square Park, every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month thru the end of August.  This season’s schedule includes:

June 14 – Life of Pi
June 28 – Night at the Museum:  Battle of the Smithsonian – Museum & Arts Night
July 12 – Ice Age:  Continental Drift
July 26 – Hook – Nonprofit Night
August 9 – Nightmare Before Christmas
August 23 – Princess Bride – St. George Chamber of Commerce Night

Special Events include:
June 28 – Museum & Arts Night – Featuring local Museums and Artists (HWG is the charity of the night)
July 26 – Charity Night - Not for profit organizations are welcomed to participate at a special rate.  Each will be highlighted throughout the event allowing the community members to get to know what services are available in our area.
August 23 – Chamber Night - Sunset on the Square will feature St. George Chamber Night where chamber members are encouraged to participate at a reduced rate.  

Sunset on the Square is a FREE family night out for the community with movies played on the big screen outdoors. Each event starts at 6, community members should arrive early with their blankets and chairs to get a great seat.

Sunset on the Square is sponsored by KCSG Television, Findlay Automotive, AAA Insurance, The Independent, Cherry Creek, Family & Kids Magazine, The City of St. George, Write It Up!, The Spectrum, The Travel Connection  and Williams Services.

For additional information about participating or sponsorship opportunities call Dawn McLain at (702) 860-2341 or e-mail dawn@writeituponline.com.

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