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Show December 4, 2003 - The Pyramid - Page Three :rw v ( r V m( her own. Her grandchildren look forward to her traditional 12 Days of Christmas. At her request, there will Marietta Henriod, Moroni, would like to wish her a happy 80th birthday. She was born Dec. 9, 1923, in be no celebration. Her family will celebrate her birthday when they all gather for the July 4th celebration. the daughter of Lloyd and Effie Blackham. Moroni, Marietta has been a won- derful wife, mother, mother and Devin Luke Perry, son of John and Colleen Perry, grand- We want her to know how much she is loved by all her family. Happy birthday from all of us. She has always put the needs of her family above Fairview, received his Duty to God Award Nov. 16, 2003, in the Mountainville LDS Ward of the Mt. Pleasant Utah North LDS Stake. Devin is a senior at North Sanpete High School, where he is an honor roll student and member of the National Honor Society. Devin enjoys playing tennis and basketball for North Sanpete High School. FV resident n s? is Erik Levi Tapia, son of Jaime and Gildardo Tapia, Wales, celebrated his first birthday on Nov. 28, 2003. Grandparents are Bryon and Mary Davis, Wales; and Dolores Gasca Tapia, Mexico. are Jerry and Frances Leek, Moroni. Kylcna Akauola, daughter of Vcrn and Michelle Akauola, Mt. Pleasant; will celebrate her first birthday, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2003. Grandparents are John and Karen Akauola, and Terrell and Glenda Seely, all Mt. Pleasant. is Mildred Seely, Mt. Pleasant. Great-grandmoth- j Great-grandparen- er ts College Convocation program completes the Fall Semester series with two outstanding presentations. Convocations take place every Thursday at 12:30 p.m., in the Concert Hall of the Eccles Center for the Performing Arts in Ephraim. is welcome to Everyone attend at no charge. Support for this program is provided by KRCL Community Radio and the Utah Humanities Council. The Utah Humanities Council promotes understanding of human traditions, values and issues through informed public discussion. On Dec. 4, Larry Echo-HawProfessor of Law at the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University, where he teaches criminal law and criminal procedure, will speak about "Coming Together for Future k, Generations." Drawing on his Pawnee Indian heritage and years in elected office, EchoHawk discusses what we can do to assure that everyone has a fair opportunity to achieve the American Dream. In 1991, Idahoans voted him into office as the first American Indian in U.S. history elected as a State Attorney General. He also served two terms as prosecuting attorney for Bannock terms Representatives. He has received many honors for his work in rights and childrens advocacy. hu-,m- On Dec. 11 at 12:30 p.m., the Convocation will feature Douglas H. Baker, who recently resigned after 14 years in the role of "Merlin the Master" in the Tournament of Kings at the Hotel in Las Vegas, NV. ur Baker will demonstrate the importance of the performing arts in developing emotional sensibilities in his presentation, "Boosting Your Emotional Quotient." As with other Convocations, everyone is welcome at no charge. A Professor of Theatre at the Community College of Southern Nevada, Baker continues his performing career in film, video and live theater. He will perform his one-m- an production of Dickens "A Christmas Carol," which he wrote and produced, on Dec. 11 at Gunnison Valley High School at 7 p.m. and on Dec. 12 at the Sevier Valley Center at 7:30 p.m. There will be a small charge for tickets at either performance. Fine Portrature Wedding Excellence Old Photographs Copied or Restored Invitations and ccessories 25 years in Central Utah W- Navy Petty the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), home based in Camp Pendleton, CA. Members of Stevens unit recently completed operations in Iraq. The MEU conducted more than 300 patrols in Southern Iraq including 50 by the MEUs boat company. Stevenss unit also trained local police in the setup of tions County and two the Idaho House of in FAIRVIE- Officer Third Class Amanda M. Stevens, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leon J. Stevens, Fairview, is currently on deployment while assigned to security checkpoints, confiscated weapons and destroyed more than 2,000 rounds of ordnance, much of which was found near villages and playgrounds. Stevens unit is an expeditionary intervention force with the ability to rapidly organize for combat opera- convocation highlights EPHRAI- M- The Snow deployed to Iraq in virtually any envi- ronment. MEUs are composed of more than 2,000 personnel and are divided into an infantry battalion, aircraft squadron, support group and command element. With this combination, unit supplies and Stevens sustains itself for either quick mission accomplishment or clearing the way for follow-o- n forces. Stevens is a 1998 graduate of North Sanpete High School and joined the Navy in August 1999. Scout roundtable EPHRAI- M- A roundtable for all Scout leaders will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 11, in the Ephraim Middle School. All district Scout leaders are encouraged to attend. A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for. Shedd Variety is the spice of life, that gives it all its flavor. Cowper A handful of good life is better than a bushel of learning. Herbert Nothing is really work unless you would rather be doing something else. Barrie TUTE House Mansion STU1DU D OP pUKIMPOGRAPinr Mt. Pleasant, Utah 84647 54 West 300 South When you want the best call (435) 462-303- The annual Festival of Trees that raises money for Primary Childrens Hospital will be presented until Saturday, Dec. 6 at the South Towne Exposition Center, Sandy. Each year the festival is supported by many people opening their hearts to Samuel Johnson 427-389- 2; 835-569- 1. F estival of trees ift of love LAKE thousands of big SALT CITY--Combi- ne creative amazing hands and an extraordinary love and devotion for the patients at Primary Childrens Medical Center and you have one of Utahs more beloved holiday events, the Festival of Trees, to be held this year at the South Towne Exposition Center from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., through Saturday, Dec. 6. Featured at the Festival will be a gift boutique, Sweet Shoppe, Kids Korner, with activities especially for children, entertainment, piping hot scones and sweet rolls served up fresh, Santas Stockings filled with everything from culinary delights and entertainment surprises to recreation adventures. Visit Santa Land to get your holiday snapshot with Jolly Old St. Nick, live performances by high school choirs, professional dance troupes provide sounds and sights of the season throughout the event. For 33 years, this four-da- hearts, y, fund-raisin- g event be- Each of the 15 members of the committee was challenged to identify those who would donate and decorate trees. That first year, there were approximately 60 trees for display and sale in the gymnasium of the old Armory off Sunnyside Avenue. Visitors walked from one building to another in order to see the entire display. To everyones surprise and delight, $47,000 was raised that first year. Today, Primary ChildMedical Center is owned by the community and rens managed by Intermountain Health Care. As a teaching facility, Primary Childrens is affiliat- ed with the University of Utah School of Medicine, integrating pediatric programs, research and training for childhood illnesses and injuries. While many advances Over $14 million has have been made over the been raised for needy chilyears, love for children and dren at Primary Childrens the hospitals policy of proMedical Center through the viding medical care regardFestival since 1971, with less of a familys ability to in raised $1,168,109.17 pay remains the same. It 2002. Every single penny treats among the highest raised is used to directly cases of a critical nature than benefit children in need. This almost any other childrens has meant a brighter future to hospital in the nation. thousands of children. The hospitals history tells Discount tickets may be a story of individual children purchased at Zions Bank or who receive excellent care at by calling Kathy Giles in Primary Childrens provided Fairview at (435) 427-389in an atmosphere of love and or Connie Cox in Manti at concern by those who truly (435) believe in the philosophy Senior citizen tickets may "The Child First and be purchased at the door throughout the festival week. 2; 835-569- 1. Primary Childrens SC party slated Dec. 5 For more than 80 years, ings together "a gift of love" and a longstanding tradition Primary Childrens Medical Center has served children that opens the holiday season from the Intermountain Area in grand style as families, without regard to race, relicommunity groups, businesses and volunteers give genergion, or ability to pay. As the only and ously by decorating trees other holiday objects. pediatric hospital between Denver and the West Coast, Almost as magical as Santa himself, with more Primary Childrens serves the largest geographical area than 600 trees on display, in the U.S. for children in SPRING CIT- Y- Spring 200,000 square feet of the Idaho, South Towne Exposition Utah, Wyoming, Citys annual town Christmas Montana and Nevada. Center transforms quickly as party will be held Friday, it fills with bright and shinRarely is there a family Dec. 5, at the city hall. from this region who has not Festivities will begin at 6:30 ing holiday trees and decor. had a personal experience at p.m. with refreshments and a As each tree is decorated, this childrens hospital. Santas Stocking for kids. This a story of love emerges. was Childrens A musical program feaa The Grounded Ones, Primary year, two when in g 1911 and for inspired family turing local talent, a support group and performances feacoworkers of Life Flight ' women were walking down a street in Salt Lake City. turing the Spring City Elecrewmembers unite to honor Their hearts were touched by mentary Band and Choir will their heroic associates who the in need. died rescuing those sight of a child struggling begin at 7 p.m. to walk. Door prizes will be given The decorated tree depicts As the president and first away throughout the evening. three helicopters ascending a d counselor of the Primary Everyone is encouraged to beautiful and inspiring auxiliary of the LDS Church, join the town for an evening mountaintop scene. Festival Sharon Smith, they sought permission to to welcome in the holiday describes create a place that would season. best chairwoman meet the medical needs of this yearly tradition, "Festichildren. val of Trees is the consumThe dignity of labor Ten years later, the old depends not on what you do, mate holiday event, bringing together the spirit of love and Hyde home on North Temple but how you do it. Street opened its doors, Grover holiday cheer that comes of children with hearts the from welcoming straight the dedicated volunteers." If 50 million people say a polio, rheumatic fever, burns The Festival of Trees was and other chronic illnesses foolish thing, it is still a and birth defects. foolish thing. inspired 33 years ago by a group of 15 women from along the Wasatch Front. These women were chalc lenged by Lewis M. Jones, chairman of the hospitals We wish to express our thanks and Mens Endowment Board, to identify a way to raise funds appreciation for the food, flowers and many for the hospital. acts of kindness shown to our family at the The project was inspired ir when Ruth Flint passing of our father, Bernard E. Nielson. vacationed in Hawaii and Also a special thank you to the Ftn. Green attended a Christmas bouFirst Ward Relief Society for the meal tique featuring full-servi- sing-a-lon- snow-covere- a'yd (Thanfu co-cha- small-decorat- Christmas trees, and Christmas center-piec- es decora- tions. A man who both spends and saves money is the happiest man, because he has both enjoyments. children in need of medical treatment that may not otherwise be afforded to them. Discount tickets may be purchased at Zions Bank, or by contacting Kathy Giles, or Connie Fairview, at (435) Cox, Manti, at (435) The Womens Endowment Committee expanded the d concept to include decorated Christmas trees, a gift boutique and sweet shop. full-size- provided after the services. We ould also like to thank the many friends, neighbors and Nephi Hospice for their love and concern shown for both our parents this past year. The Family of Bernard Nielson . t j |