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Show The Ogden Valley news Page Volume XV Issue X May 1, 200 Randy Cooper—Internationally Known Wire Mesh Sculptor Champions Crowned in 2008 Valley Tournament The Ogden Valley had a unique opportunity presented by Kathleen Vegh of Resources Unique Fine Arts to meet internationally known sculptor Randy Cooper. is intriguing wire mesh sculptures were shown for the first time in Utah. Randy was available to demonstrate the creative process and answer collectors’ questions. The event was held at Harley and Bucks Grill of Eden and catered by Craig Bonham, featuring delicious sample fare from his up and Randy Cooper coming Mexican Restaurant— Carlos and Harley Fresh Mex Cantina. After working in clay, artificial stone, and bronze, Randy began creating magical sculptures in iron wire mesh. When a spotlight is added, they cast fine, drawing-like shadows, “shadow sculptures” on the wall. He works with models that give his pieces an uncanny life-like quality. His inherent understanding of materials and his power of concentration have allowed him to develop his own intuitive technique in creating these dynamic sculptures. Randy works with wire mesh as a painter works a canvas with brushes. With his large powerful hands and a few simple tools, he fashions each shadow sculpture, Ogden Valley’s annual basketball tournament is over for another year! The new champions are Rob Knowles, Mitchell Childs, Blake Montgomery, Brett Boyle, Ron Montgomery, Tyler Roskelley, Jordan Avner, and Mitch Montgomery. Thank you to Kathy Allen, Alpine Pizza, Natalie Rich, Kalie Iverson, Natalie Bailey, and Snowcrest Jr. High for your contributions in time and resources. Proceeds from the tournament benefit Ogden Valley Youth Recreation. Also thank you to all the participants. And remember, it’s never too early to begin getting ready for next year’s tournament; see you then! lovingly creating original classical forms that are alive with motion and grace. C o o p e r describes his work as classical in nature in a modern medium. He says, he is inspired by ancient Roman and Greek artists, but his influences also range from Michelangelo and shadow-master Rembrandt, to the French romanticist Rodin. Randy Cooper’s shadow sculptures captivate the eye with their simplicity and tease the mind with the subtle details in their shadows. The magic displayed by the exciting juxtaposition of image and shadow is a collector’s dream. Admirers claim, “It is no wonder Cooper’s works are shown and collected all over the world.” Cooper was recently commissioned by the Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History to create a 250 million year old prehistoric sea cow. To acquire your own piece of Cooper’s art, or for additional information, please contact Kathleen Vegh at 801-745- 6670 or 925-708-0623 (cell). You can also visit <www.resourcesunique.com> POSTAL RATES cont. from page 1 Note: Consistent with a new law, prices for mailing services will be adjusted annually each May. The Postal Service plans to provide 90 days’ notice before the price changes each year. POSTAL SERVICE cont. from page 3 The new prices are available at <usps. to businesses, will move entirely to a com/prices> An independent federal agency, the U.S. weight-based pricing system, resulting Postal Service is the only delivery service in significant price reductions for lighter that visits every address in the nation—146 packages. million homes and businesses. It has “These innovative published pricing 37,000 retail locations and relies on the sale incentives will make our products more of postage, products, and services to pay attractive to all shippers, especially small for operating expenses—not tax dollars. businesses,” said Postmaster General John The Postal Service has annual revenues of Potter. “We’re pricing our products to sell $75 billion and delivers nearly half of the in today’s competitive shipping market. In world’s mail. the near future, the Postal Service plans to explore contract pricing for larger custom- * The Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act of 2006. ers similar to others in the market.” 801-745-4000 2555 WOLF CREEK DR. EDEN STORE HOURS: MON. - SAT. 7 AM - 10 PM SUNDAY 7 AM - 9 PM Saturday, May 17th One Day Meat and Seafood Sale. Great prices! Enter to win $100 of meat or seafood Blue Bunny Ice Cream 50c OFF with coupon Expires 5/15/0 1/2 Gal. Sq. Any Rotisserie Chicken 50c OFF with coupon Expires 5/15/0 Bananas 10c /lb.Expires OFF with coupon 5/15/0 Any Dozen Rolls in the Bakery 50c OFF with coupon Expires 5/15/0 Valley Tournament champions 2008. Huntsville July 4th Celebration Needs You Turn back the clock to 1976—The Bicentennial By Richard L. Sorensen, Huntsville Town Council With snow still blanketing many parts of the Valley, it is hard to believe that Independence Day is just over two months away. With that in mind, we are looking for volunteers, donors, and participants to make our celebration the best yet—not the biggest, just the best. But first, some history (and possibly some philosophy). Decades ago, July 4th in Huntsville was the quintessential mid-summer gathering. A reunion and homecoming of sorts for the entire valley. A place where grade-school students valley wide spent the day with friends—riding their bikes or horses in the parade, renewing acquaintances, lighting sparklers (maybe even an occasional firecracker), eating cotton candy, catching up, and having a good time. A place where families played games, enjoyed great local entertainers, and watched a ball game while savoring a hot dog. Sadly, at some point, the cash cow was born and making money seemingly became the motive rather than the result. While we have come to rely on the cash and have a beautiful park full of lavish amenities (tennis and volleyball courts, playground, ice rink, basketball court, lacrosse and soccer goals, etc.) largely built with these proceeds, I propose we get back to basics. Turn back the clock to a time when Ogden Valley kids and families were the focus. Maybe to 1976, the year America celebrated its Bicentennial and a year when Huntsville Mayor Sterling Wood put on one the finest celebrations in Huntsville History. Mayor Wood was an animated orator and an accomplished ragtime pianist. The 4th was his big event, and he loved putting on the show for the entire valley. In preparation for the largest celebration to date, he decorated the entire town and even had the town’s fire hydrants painted in a patriotic, bicentennial theme. We are fortunate to have his legacy live on as his son-in-law Kent Wangsgard, supported by his wife Carol, has put on the annual breakfast for some 30 years. Sterling and Ruth’s other daughters, Suzzane EllisonFerre, Willow Buttars, and Becky have continually been an integral part of carrying on the patriotic traditions of their parents by volunteering. Sterling’s grandchildren also take an active role. Turning back the clock to 1976 will require your help. Changing the focus from money to families and kids has some major hurdles, but with your help they can be jumped. So how can you help? 1.Donate Time - Donating all or part of a day working in a booth or helping with one of our meals is a great way to contribute to the park. Encourage your church or school group to get involved. Better yet, become a team leader. 2.Donate Money - One of the many projects planned for the park this fall is the leveling and reseeding of the baseball diamond infield along with new backstops for the fields. This will benefit schools, churches, and most importantly, kids throughout Ogden Valley. Also, the fireworks are a significant expense to the town and your donations to offset some of those costs are very much needed and appreciated. 3. Donate Items for the Auction - The auction is always a popular event and fundraiser. We are looking for large and interesting items, and would like to offer as many items as possible with a value of $50 or more. If you have anything you would be willing to donate as an item or service (i.e. Jazz Tickets, Dental or Chiropractic services, Landscaping, Cars, Quilts, Go Carts, Hotel stay, Livestock, Art, etc.), please let us know and we will gladly pick the item up. This is one of the best fundraisers for the Huntsville Park, but is completely dependant on the quality and quantity of items donated. 4.Purchase VIP Tickets - The VIP tickets provide you with a meal for two along with VIP seating for the evening entertainment (concert, hypnotist, skydivers). Best of all, a very good chance of winning a Harley Davidson or one of our other great prizes (tentatively Ipod, GPS navigation system, cash, etc.) 5.Spend the day with us while visiting with friends, family, and neighbors, but don’t forget your wallet—and open it freely. As stated, we have come to rely on the cash! If you would like to volunteer, please contact our coordinator for Team Leaders, Regen Sorensen at 745-0945, 458-0945 cell or <rsor@msn.com> You may also contact Richard Sorensen, July 4th Chair, at 791-7004 Cell or the Huntsville Town Hall at 745-3420 Thanks for your participation and support! Please note, Huntsville’s informative web site, www.HuntsvilleTown.com is an excellent resource complete with entry forms and answers to many questions. It is updated regularly. Other questions may be directed to <Richard@HuntsvilleTown.com> PRICE REDUCED TO SELL! $679,000 ~ 1 2 River Run Drive MLS #703705 Exquisite country farm house in East Huntsville. Incredible custom details throughout. 5200 square feet, 1.6 acres, animals permitted, unique guest bedroom/office above garage. Furnished! $2,250,000 ~ 709 Radford Lane MLS #734437 Million dollar views at the top of Radford Hills looking east over the reservoir. The finest of resort living in privacy and seclusion. 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