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Show Page The Ogden Valley news Volume XVI Issue I December 15, 2008 Wilkerson Fine Art & Consulting 7th Anniversary Holiday Exhibit, Artist’s Reception, and Book Signing Utah Opera Presents Marc Blitzstein’s Regina Utah Opera presents Marc Blitzstein’s Regina, a distinctively American opera based on Lillian Hellman’s The Little Foxes. Performances will be held January 17 through January 25, 2009. In preparation for this work, Ogden Opera Guild is offering a symposium on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church located at 880 28th Street in Ogden. The program will be presented by Susan Memmott Allred, Utah Opera Our time has come—the Wilkerson Celebrate with us on Saturday, Fine Art & Consulting 7th Anniversary, and December 20 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in we want to personally thank the commu- Old Town Eden (5500 E. 2230 N., above nity, our clients, and artists High Altitude Fitness). by having a party! Experience the beautiful We are truly grateful to and original pieces of art, all who have been with us engage in delightful consince our Huntsville beginversation with our artists, nings in 2001 and to those and enjoy delicious food who have since joined us and drink. in our journey that has Wilkerson Fine Art’s brought us to our new galSpecial Guest and Host lery space at Old Town of the Cooking Delight Eden. Our personalized television show, Jennifer services have expanded to Burns, will be signing include leasing packages her new Cooking Delight “Candy Canes,” Oil by Eric and specialized installaCookbook. In addition to Zschiesche tions, and we continue to over 100 recipes, the cookfeature our artists in a variety of business book features 40 pieces of original art crelocations and private homes. With over ated by artists represented by Wilkerson The Eccles Community Art Center, thirty local and regional artists, our oppor- Fine Art, and a music CD, the ancillary 2580 Jefferson Avenue, Ogden, will be tunity to enrich lives through art continues companion to Jennifer’s theme of combin- displaying art by the members of the to grow and we want to say, “Thank you!” ing food, music, and art. Palette Club of Ogden in the Main Gallery during January 2009. The Carriage House Gallery will feature paintings by Felecia Christiansen. An artist reception is planned for Interpreti Veneziani by Francis Poulenc as well as other music the evening of Ogden City’s From Italy comes a group of master from Paris in the 1920’s. The performance Art Stroll on Friday, January musicians—Interpreti Veneziani. (in TERP will be held Tuesday, January 20 at 7:30 9 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The prêt tee Ven EATS ee on ee ) known for “. p.m. in the Browning Center. Tickets are work will remain on exhibit through January 31, 2009. . . the all-Italian brio which characterizes $10 and $8, or a family of four for $25. The Palette Club of Ogden their performances. Playing original instru- “The Great Tennessee Monkey Trial” was established October 7, ments and specializing in Vivaldi and other In 1925 John Scopes, a biology teacher Baroque composers, Interpreti Veneziani in Dayton, Tennessee was arrested for vio- 1943 with the stated purpose is praised by audiences and critics alike. lating an acto of the state legislature prohib- to be the advancement of Wherever they go, they unfold the silence iting the teaching of evolution in schools. community interest in art and the encourof the lagoon and the romance of Venice. The American Civil Liberties Union took agement of artists. These remain the goals They will be appearing at Weber State up the case and America’s most famous of the club today, 65 years later. The Palette University on Saturday, January 10 at 7:30 criminal lawyer, Clarence Darrow, offered Club has continp.m. in the Allred Theater of the Browning to defend Scopes without a fee. The trial ued an unbroken Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are quickly became a national battleground. existence since 1943, and has a $12 and $15. With a script taken from court transcripts membership of New York Chamber Soloists of the trial, Ed Asner heads a renowned over one hundred Acclaimed as an outstanding ensemble cast as the LA Theater Works brings one members, residof distinguished virtuosi, the New York of the great debates to life on Tuesday, ing from Logan Chamber Soloists have made a valuable January 27 at the Austad Auditorium in the to Bountiful. The contribution to musical life in the United Browning Center. Tickets are $10 and $8, club is open to all States. During a perfect family evening, or a family of four for $25. artists in any media the unique ensemble of strings, winds, Tickets for all events can be obtained by from beginner to and harpsichord will perform the classic calling 801-626-8500. For more informa- professionals. “Babar, the Little Elephant,” with music tion visit <www.weber.edu/culturalaffairs> The Palette Club of Ogden sponsors several juried shows and seasonal exhibits throughout the year as well as its members’ exhibit works at a variety of ven- Resident Costume Designer; and Paula Fowler, Utah Opera Director of Education and Community Outreach. The symposium is free to the public. Light refreshments will follow the presentation (free to Ogden Opera Guild members; $5 for non-members). Reservations are required. Please call Jackie McCleary at 776-6605, or Judy VanderHeide 4798977 prior to Friday, January 2. Eccles Community Art Center Features Artwork of Palette Club Members Weber State University Announces Upcoming Cultural Events ues in Ogden and the surrounding areas. The Palette Club of Ogden meets the second Tuesday of the month at Ogden Arts, 2484 Washington Blvd. These meetings feature demonstrations of art techniques and lectures on art-related subjects. The public is welcome. For more information about the Palette Club, please contact past president Kristine Wilson at 801- 7919090. “I believe in living a poetic life, an artful life. Everything we do is part of a large canvas upon which we are creating our own art.” Felecia Christiansen explains. Felecia Christiansen’s work will be feature in the Carriage House Gallery. Please visit the exhibits of the Palette Club of Ogden and Felicia Christiansen. Regular gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For more information about the Eccles Community Art Center, call (801) 3926935, or visit us online at <www. ogden4arts.org> Subscriptions available for out of area residents at $18.00 annually. Send payment with mailing address to: The Ogden Valley news P O BOX 130, EDEN UT 8 310 Valley Hair Co. Holiday Special !! Buy One, Get One 1/2 OFF on All Hair Care Make-up & Jewelry Gift certificates available for all your last minute shoppers. 745-1979 Come & Celebrate the Birth of Christ with us at Fellowship Bible Church 4783 N. 3200 E., Liberty Children’s Christmas Program – Sunday, December 21 at 11 a.m. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service – Wednesday, December 24 at 7 p.m. Please call 745-6200 or 745-1090 for more information or visit fbcliberty.com |