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Show Volume XIV Issue XV The Ogden Valley news Page 5 May 15, 2007 Student from Nordic Valley Wins Top Local Student to Perform in Honors at Utah State History Fair— Production of “Grease is the Word” Will represent Utah at national competition in Maryland On April 11, Connor Padilla was awarded first place at the Utah State History Fair competition held at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Connor ’s first place award was Connor Padilla in the area of Senior Individual Performance (9th-12th grades). Connor wrote and performed a piece depicting Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, Civil War Congressional Medal Winner who led his men to victory on Little Round Top during the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863. Connor will now travel to the University of Maryland in June and represent Utah at the National History Day competition. Connor not only had to write and perform an original piece, but also had to write a 500- word paper and annotated bibliography. All had to be related to the 2007 National History Day theme “Triumph and Tragedy.” All students were judged not only on their entry, but also on historical quality and relation to the annual theme. National History Day is a yearlong program for students interested in history. It is an exciting way to study history and learn about people and events that interest the individual student. Students can express what they have learned through performances, documentaries, papers, or exhibits. Each year, Utah holds regional history competitions. Winners are then allowed to compete at the Utah State History Fair. Connor received first place at Utah State University at the Northern Utah History Fair prior to competing at the Utah State History Fair. Connor is a 9th grader at Snowcrest Jr. High and is the son of Megan Timoney and Terry Padilla of Nordic Valley, Utah. Local Chapter of National Wild Turkey Federation Hosts Fundraising Banquet for Wild Turkey Conservation Help support wild turkey and other wildlife conservation by attending the National Wild Turkey Federation Auction and Dinner hosted by the Eden-Liberty Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF). This event will be held May 19 at the Hearthside located at 5612 E. 2200 N. in old town Eden. The doors open for this great event at 5:30 p.m. with an initial social hour, silent auction, and games before you sit down for a delicious meal. A live auction and raffle will take place after the meal. Come join your friends and other outdoor enthusiasts for a fun filled evening of games, prizes, raffles, and live and silent auctions. All ticket holders will be eligible to win valuable prizes exclusive to NWTF events. Place the highest bid and you could go home with sporting art, hunting guns, knives, calls, outdoor equipment, and lots more. There are raffles and games for all ages so bring the whole family. In 1973, when the NWTF was founded, there were an estimated 1.3 million wild turkeys. Thanks to the work of wildlife agencies, the NWTF, and many volunteers and partners, today there are more than 7 million wild turkeys. Since 1985, the NWTF and its partners have spent more than $230 million to conserve more than 11.3 million acres of wildlife habitat. Your participation will help the NWTF support wildlife management on public, private, and corporate lands. Wild turkeys are often seen in Ogden Valley, bringing joy to many as a watchable wildlife species. Help us ensure they will be around for many years. The NWTF is a nonprofit organization with 545,000 members in 50 states and 16 foreign countries. It supports scientific wildlife management on public, private, and corporate lands as well as wild turkey hunting as a traditional North American sport. If you want to support the nation’s fastest growing and most progressive conservation organization today, reserve your tickets today by calling Mike Sacco at 801394-2043. Ticket prices are $55 single, $75 couples, and $15 for children. All tickets include banquet meal, one year membership in the National Wild Turkey Federation or Women in the Outdoors, and chances at raffles and door prizes. Corporate and sponsor packages are also available that include bonus raffle tickets. Please call for more information. Additional raffle tickets can be purchased at the banquet by everyone. For more information about the NWTF, log on to our Web site at www.nwtf.org or e-mail us at nwtf@nwtf.net or call (800) THE-NWTF. Vacation Bible School at Fellowship Bible Church in Liberty When: June 4-8, 9:30-12 Who: Children ages 4 to those entering 7th grade What: Bible stories, crafts puppets, games, snacks, contests Please register by calling 745-1090 by May 31 (if possible) Free admission Lights Up! Theatre Arts Academy, LLC presents “Grease is the Word!” at St. Joseph’s Catholic High School Theatre located at 1790 Lake Street in Ogden. The play will be held May 25 through June 2. Tickets are $6.00 and can be purchased in advance by calling 801-745-2732. Snowcrest Junior High student Abbie Rasmussen will be performing the role of Frenchie. Along with other talented Ogden area students, she has been practicing twice a week since February, and says she is excited to be involved in this popular musical production. She recently commented, “It has been a lot of hard work but fun. Showtime will actually be bittersweet. We finally get to perform the finished product but then it will be over!” Plan on attending the production for a night of fun and great entertainment. Polar Star Players Present Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” The Polar Star Players are preparing to present their performance of William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” but with a new twist—the setting is the 1950’s! Performances will be held May 25 and May 26. The Polar Star Players range from ages 12 to 15 years old. There are 26 actors in the group. They come from Fruit Heights, Roy, Morgan, Brigham City, Ogden, and Ogden Valley. Valley actors are Drew Peterson, Shay Weaver, Brielle and Britton Parkinson, Konnor Robbins, Audrey Compas, Cade and Colton Scott, Dannie Ybarra, and Ally Hubbard. Their director is Cyndi Hampton of Ogden. Music and choreography are directed by Suzanne Weaver of Huntsville. This will be the 5th year the Polar Star Players have performed Shakespeare’s plays in the park. The Polar Star Players will perform Friday, May 25 at the North Ogden Amphitheater located at Fruitland Dr. & Deer Meadows Dr. On May 26, the troop will perform at the Huntsville Park, 7400 E. 200 S. Dinner & Treats start at 6:00 p.m. with the play beginning at 7:00 p.m. Cost is $3.00 per person or $15.00 per family. Advanced tickets can be obtained local actors/actresses, or by calling Michele Robbins at 745-6332. Tickets will also be sold the evening of the plays. The Polar Star Players |
