Show 9 Gunnison For GVHS Seniors Prepare All-Nig- May 22 2002 Valley NewsSalina Sun ht Summer Reading Program Returns to Library Come join the Summer Read- ing Program at Gunnison Join in and celebrate the many sports and games that can be read about in books The 2002 Summer Reading Program "Join the Winner's Circle" is open to readers of all ages are invited to join the program with a parent or other helper who will read to them Children ages 6 and up who are reading on their owti can read any books they Civic Library choose A daily log will be provided by the Gunnison Civic Library to keep track of the minutes you read each week For every five days of continuous reading you do your name will be put in a drawing for the grand prize of a quilt Children sixth grade and up Graduation Party This year’s the 2002 Annual preparations are order party will commence following the dance on May 24 2002 at :30 pm at Gunnison Valley High SchoolAs tradition has carried over the past years this year will stay close to the format of the past There will be games videos volleyball ping pong as well as plenty of food snacks and drinksThe Gunnison Valley Businesses have once again rallied to the needs of our seniors and are in full support in monies and donated gifts to be given as door prizes Huge thanks is extended to these businesses cities of the valley Central Utah Mental Health Drugs and Alcohol parents as well as businesses in surrounding areas for their generosity in this behalf The arrangements of the party are made so much easier and less stressful knowing the seniors have support of these good people Parents please encourage your graduate and date to attend Only those present will be awarded the prizes and efforts have been made for each graduating seniors to receive prizes Those wishing to donate who have inadvertently not been contacted may still donate by contacting GVHS or one of the Senior Class Officers or their parents: Brook Blood President Sarah Inouye Vice President Shyanne Mellor Secretary Rhett Anderson Activity Director Jessica Rosenvall Reporter Final in for can join the competition by reading for prizes as well The date for the Summer Reading Program is June 4 2002 You can sign up at the Gunnison Civic Library now The forms are available at the library Story Time for the Gunnison Civic Library will officially start on June 4 2002 Story K ju m§fxn These are some of the prizes Time will be every Tuesday at 12:30 pm with Story Time runhour and an ning for activity or craft will be ottered for hour afterward bv Friends of the Library If there is anyone in the valley willing to read for the children or help in any way please contact the Library or Debbie tion The EMTs are required commit to being on call a to cer- tain amount of hours each month many of the EMTs have primary employment and run on the ambulance on days off nights off and anytime they are available The ambulance is in service 24 hours a day 7 days a week Valley Hospital are: Julie Southwick Craig Campbell Dave Rich Bill Davis Jackie Schugk John Wegener Tesha Hansen Adam Jensen Evan Coates Ellen Conover Kevin Conover Traci Jones Stacy Willden Yvonne Wiliden TJ Willden Catherine Coulter Janell Janice Prisbrey participants the Summer Reader participants Banana splits will be served and all prizes will be given away at this time The prizes can be seen in the brary ni mirage your children tb come sign up Because it is a proven fact that most children will lose some of their reading comprehension through thp Summer he Summer Reading gust 13 2002 when the library will host a big party tor all ot Iraik Program will help them stay on Come join the team — Read Alumni to award two Lawrence Anderson paintings during reunion What has become one of the most unique high school gatherings in the state will move into its 13h year when the annual Gunnison Valley High School Alumni Reunion is held May 25 2002 at the school in Gunnison The annual event will begin with a hour at 5 pm followed by dinner at 6 pm Carl Mellor alumnus of the school will again cater the dinner Mellor operates a catering service in Lehi along with otherbusiness operations Phyllis Greener of the event said invitations have been sent to some 2500 alumni of the school So far reservations have been received from hundreds of former students and graduates throughout the country Reservations are still available by contacting Lana Larson Gunnison EMTs honored as part of EMS Week to assist the community The EMTs are very dedicated and provide excellent care The EMTs for the Gunnison to Hunt at Story Time will be otfeied during the summer until Au- A special part of the program will be the awarding of two paintings ot awrence Anderson former GVHS instructor who is donating them to the alumni As part of EMS Week the Gunnison Valley Hospital would like to recognize the Gunnison Valley EMTs for their hard work and dedica- available as door prizes One is of Mt Baldy and the other of Mt Musinea both on the program mountain range east ot Gunnison Mr Anderson who will be 98 years ot age has attended every reunion ot the school Lawrence Anderson In addition to the schoolwide reunion many classes are planning individual meetings during the evening Greener said a major announcement concerning the expansion of the alumni program will be made at the1 event since its inception in 1989 The school giaduated its first class m 1921 and some 4500 persons have graduated from the school over the1 81 years since Donald Hill school principal will be master of ceremonies Mr Hill is retiring as principal and will transfer to the South Sanpete School District Ollice in tile' fall Kirk Anderson another GVHS alumnus will be the new principal next vear Hospital Scholarship Awarded Boyce Mulder Mark Woody Scott Winters and Whitney Larry Caldwell Trainees include: Kim Bunce Frank Turner Pat Sehom and Jackie King If you have an interest in becoming an EMT for Gunnison Valley Hospital please call at will be at Gunnison Market on Friday Julie Southwick The EMTs May 24 doing free vital signs You are encouraged to attend Scandinavian Festival set for Memorial Day Weekend Memorial Day weekend May 24 and 25 marks the annual Scandinavian Heritage Festival held along Heritage Highway 89 in Ephraim Utah The festivities kick off May 24 with craft booths and Scandinavian Heritage exhibits opening at 2 pm Then at 7 pm the Annual Little Denmark Supper begins this year featuring international dancing and entertainment Tickets are available at the door At the Ephraim Rodeo Arena at 8 pm the annual Ro- demonstration is just one of the many things seen at the Scandinavian Festival this weekend A blacksmith POOR copy!: —r to deo begins The following day the fun continues with Danish Ball Games baseball games parades races tours storytelling entertainment and FOOD! There is no admission cost to attend the festival which includes performers such as "Lincoln Highway" (formerly known as Fire on the Mountain) and the 'That Old Professors" Jazz Band Hans Christian Andersen and Willy the Clown also put in regular appearances Bread baking troll contests quilt be shows and other Scandinavian Heritage specialties will go on Congratulations to Gunnison Valley High School seniors Stephanie Cox and Sheri Jensen were recipients of the annual Gunnison Valley Hospital scholarship award Gunnison governing board member Kim Pickett presented the awards at the seniof awards banquet on May 15 2002 Stephanie and Sheri were awarded the scholarships for academic and extracurricular achievements in addition to their desire to pursue healthcare-relatecareers who Valley Hospital throughout the day At 8 pm Saturday evening rodeo competition resumes Scandinavian foods and fashions crafts and activities will be on hand for sampling and viewing blended with the pioneer heritage of Sanpete's early Scandinavian settlers The Scandinavian Games encourage audience participation as Jack Larsen Ephraim's oldest living man along with his son and grandson will demonstrate Weather tends to be mild to moderate with temperatures ranging from 60 to 85 degrees Many of the events and venues are able to move indoors in case of inclement weather Monday a Memorial Day service is planned for 10 a m at the Ephraim Cemetery Tennis Duo Places Third in State Brady Crane and Matt Dyreng fought hard this past seasqn and took home a Third Place spot in the 2A State Finals Jn Tennis Brady and Matt have had a great season taking First Place in Region by defeating a tough Manti team in three sets and then taking Second Place in the Wasatch Academy Invitational Double Tournament All together the boys have a record of this season This dynamic duo is one of the toughest doubles teams that we have seen here at Gunnison and th&y still have another year to play ) iMo ail Adi |