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Show Volume XX Issue XX The Ogden Valley news Page 13 February 1, 2013 Snowcrest Talent Show: Now in its tenth year Weber High Cheerleaders Take On Friday, December 21, Snowcrest Jr. High held its annual talent show. The Snowcrest Jr. High Talent Show began ten years ago when Wendy McKay of Huntsville was PTA President. Wendy wanted some way to highlight the students at Snowcrest. Originally, the talent show also had a table with art work and woodshop items students had made, showcasing a variety of different talents, because not everyone had a talent such as singing, playing the piano, etc. The talent displays went well the first year, but in subsequent years, interest faded, so it was eventually eliminated. Snowcrest students have always loved the talent show and have cheered each other on to show support and appreciation. The kids are told at the beginning of the year when auditions will be held, and a month before the auditions, they can sign up for it. They come to an audition that consists of a prepared talent of their choosing within proper public guidelines of decency and appropriateness. If they are singing, they provide their own minus track. If they are playing the piano or dancing, they come with it memorized. Ms. Perrin, Snowcrest Counselor, Mr. Windsor, and Wendy McKay are the yearly judges. Wendy McKay states, “We try to get a good mix of talents so we don’t have too many singers or too many dancers, etc. Sometimes, if an eighth-grade student has performed before, and still comes well prepared, we talk to them about waiting to perform again in their ninth-grade year so that others can be highlighted too.” Front & Center: Jake Hawkes Second Row: Eleana Witt, Avery Ogle, Ayla Witt, Madeline Compas, Hannah Warburton, Ellie Arave, Marrisa Flores, Sarah Arave, and Madi Keith Back Row: Robyn Shupe, Nikki Kerr, Megan Brasher, Porter Peterson, Alexis Wendell, Cooper Knighton, Allison Chapman, Anastasiia Zhuk, Chandlyr Shupe, Carlee Johansen, Sarah Earl, Sierra Bradley, Ryan Goad, Kamryn Crompton, Rachel Vanleer, Brooke Hansen, Sam Good, Sydney Harris, Cameron Robbins, and Grayden Guthrie First Place in Their Division The Weber High cheerleaders took first place in their division and overall at a state competition at Timpview High School on Saturday, January 12th, 2013. The 2012/2013 Weber High Cheerleaders and Coaches are:Kaitlin Packer, Sharalyn Brown, Jaycee Gray, Kennedy Madsen, Amanda Jones, Maddie Bolos, Baylee Hansen, Shelby Lee, Brea Stokes, Tasha Norman, Bailey Brian, Nikki Smith, Allie Lloyd, Meagen Jones, Natalia Wilson, Ally Malloy, Kadey Karras, Aisling McDonagh, Brooke Pierson, Calee Fredericks, and Megan Healy. From Ogden Valley: Brooklyn Bosworth, Marki Jo Spencer, Brecklyn Johansen, Bailey Summers, Maddie Hogge, Marlee Satterthwaite, and Montana Wayment. Coaches, Jadda Call, Sierra Schenck, and Keri Bench. Arté Gras VIII: Costumes for Theatre New Restaurant Opens: Dishes out Weber State University Department of and dramatic lighting, putting the costumes in Performing Arts theatre costumes will be the context. old-fashioned fun, flavor, & service featured art during the month of February This is the eighth annual costume exhibit in the Shepherd Union Gallery, Shepherd Union Building, WSU Ogden campus. Opening night will be held in conjunction with Downtown Ogden’s First Friday Art Stroll, Friday, February 1. The exhibit will open at 5:00 p.m. Regular gallery hours are Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; and Sundays, 1:00 to 9:00 p.m. This exhibit acknowledges Mardi Gras, a traditional celebration that includes costumes and masks, observed this year on Tuesday, February 12. Theatre costumes include WSU faculty Catherine Zublin’s Crocodile from WSU’s “Peter Pan” and WSU student Tyler Banks’s Centaur from “Xanadu,” as well as costumes designed by faculty, adjunct, and student designers including Jean-Louise England, Phillip Lowe, and Shelby Page. All of the costumes have been constructed by WSU students in the Costume Studio, managed by JeanLouise England. Also included will be renderings for Weber’s spring productions, “Will Rogers Follies” by Zublin (opening February 7) and “The Comedy of Oedipus” by Kelsey Nichols (opening March 22). Dozens of 12” x 18” posters will feature archival photos from WSU productions with scenes from the shows with final costumes, sets presented by Universe City (UC) in conjunction with the WSU Department of Performing Arts. UC (you see) was a family-owned and operated art center at 2556 Washington Boulevard in Ogden. The gallery participated in the First Friday Art Stroll for almost 80 First Fridays, featuring local artists, most of whom were Weber State University alumni, faculty, or students. In addition to visual arts, UC presented many music, theatre, and poetry events as well as other A&H (arts and humanities) and environmental issues meetings. Many off-campus WSU events were also held at UC. The gallery closed in July 2011. This January, the gallery went “on the road,” offering the first of three exhibits in the Shepherd Union Gallery. “Arté Gras VIII” is the February show. “Material Evidence: WSU Sculpture Student Work” is scheduled for March. Caril Jennings, Marketing Director for Universe City, as well as the WSU Department of Performing Arts, will be retiring from WSU at the end of spring semester and is enjoying these opportunities to share her passion for the visual and performing arts as she wraps up her time at Weber State. For more information about this exhibit, contact Caril Jennings, <crjennings@weber.edu> Put a Freeze ontooWinter Fires many electrical devices. Electric space By Brandon Thueson, Fire Marshal, Ogden City Fire Department With Utah communities in the middle of a deep January freeze, the cold temperatures have people trying to provide heat to their homes—heat for their pets and trying to prevent or unfreeze frozen pipes. Unfortunately, if not done correctly, these things can have tragic results. The U.S. Fire Administration recently released a report as part of their “Put a Freeze on Winter Fires” campaign, outlining a large increase of fire-related deaths in homes this year. They report that across the country there have been at least 148 lives lost in January 2013 alone. Ogden City typically sees an increase in structure fires during the winter months. Many of these fires are a result of improper use of heating equipment, poorly maintained equipment, or the use of extension cords. Across Utah, fire departments see the same hazards. With our community facing another month or so of cold weather, we are encouraging homeowners and business owners to use heating equipment as directed by the manufacturer. In addition, do not overload extension cords with heaters draw a lot of current, and they should be plugged directly into an outlet. Do not use fuel-fired space heaters indoors. These types of heaters can produce deadly levels of carbon monoxide, and having liquid fuel or propane fuel inside of a home or business is dangerous. Remember to check the smoke detectors and CO detectors in your home, and make sure the batteries are in good working condition. Most fires that claim lives happen at night while the residents are sleeping. You and your family need the extra time that a working smoke detector provides in order to safely exit a home during a fire. Also, conduct regular fire drills in your home with your family, and have a designated meeting place outside. Once outside, do not go back into the home for anything—including pets. By taking these small steps, tragedies can be prevented. For more winter fire safety information visit the U.S. Fire Administrations website at <www.usfa.fema.gov/media/ press/2013releases/011713.shtm> Shown above is a photo of Pinky’s Drive-in, which opened in 1963 in North Ogden. This photo was taken in 1965. While it was Pinky’s, the building, order phones, cups and dishes, were all pink. After Pinky’s closed in 1969, the place became Warren’s Drive-in from 19701973. In 1973, it became Kirk’s Drive-in, and then later Kirt’s. Photo courtesy of RoadsideArchitecture.com found at <www.agilitynut.com/eateries/utdi.html> Pop has endeavored to recreate at Pop’s Burgers, Malt and More, located on 12th Street, the same type of traditional good, old-fashioned food, fun, and service found in yester years. Are you tired of fast food restaurants with precooked food? Music that you can’t understand the words to—and probably would rather not anyway? Servers who don’t care much about their customers, and let you clean up your own table? Take a walk into the past and leave the present behind. Sit in an old-fashioned booth and let the kids play while you watch and reminisce about your own childhood. The food is just as you remember—prepared fresh, full of flavor, and just the way you want it. Pop’s Burgers, Malts and More, located at 310 12th Street in Ogden, is just the place to make this memorable, wonderful experience happen. Pop’s new restaurant is located on the north side of 12th Street between Washington Boulevard and Wall Avenue, with mountain views on one side and sunsets on the other. It’s easy to find and hard to forget, situated right next to the Genesis Project. Pop’s is the dream-come-to life of Jim Powell and his healthy inner child—both of North Ogden. Nearly every day, he reminisces with customers about the places they remember from their youth. Powell has worked hard to make his memories come to life at the eatery. Pop’s is a little bit of the places he used to visit while growing up—such places as Pinky’s, J&K, Judy’s, Bud’s, Al’s Greenwell, Sir Basil’s, and Combe’s. When asked what he remembers of these places, his first responses were “cruising the ‘vard” and “hanging out.” These places all played a part in the lives of teens growing up in the Ogden area fifty to sixty years ago. Open the doors and step back fifty years into the past with the sounds of the 1954 jukebox playing number-one hits! The smell of fresh popcorn tempts your taste buds, as it wafts out from the old Stimson’s Market popcorn machine. As you look around, you see framed pictures of beautiful cars, new and old. You decide to look for your favorite car, and there is its! If you don’t see your favorite, Pop will be pleased to take a picture of yours and hang it up. There are other fascinating relics of the past, such as wall-boxes that really run the jukebox, a kiddy boat ride from the old Gibson’s Discount Center in Ogden, and old 1950’s Cosco high chair, and a couple of pinball machines—not to mention the owner, a relic himself! Order the favorite food of your youth. Mrs. Pop has a magic wand that removes all fat and calories. Order dessert first; life is short! Pop’s serves only old-fashioned Farr Better Ice Cream, there is not a machine in the store that makes watered-down, chemically enhance soft serve goo. Try a delicious banana split or hot fudge sundae. Choose your favorite flavor of ice cream for a delicious “drink through a straw” malt, shake or freeze. “Politically incorrect” fries or Pop’s favorite beer battered onion rings will induce happiness in young and old, a perfect addition to your favorite burger or sandwich. Children of all ages will enjoy Pop’s version of Cramer’s fried hot dogs served on a round bun. Order your food the way YOU like it; Pop’s employees work hard to make sure that your needs are met. For a taste treat that you won’t forget, visit Pop’s Burgers, Malts and More. The food and the service, the ambiance, the games, and especially the personal attention from Pop bring back the past and make memories for your future. Round up the kids and visit Pop’s! 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