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Show Page 14 The Ogden Valley news Volume XXII Issue XI August 1, 2014 Calendar of Events Mondays: Children’s Discovery Time, 10:30 a.m. @ Ogden Valley Branch Library. All children, infancy - 5 years of age, & caregivers invited to hear stories & participate in learning activities. Children introduced to books, music, & art. Program runs on 7-week cycle with 1 week off between cycles. FREE! For more info call 337-2660. Monday – Saturday: Visit Carver’s Cove Petting Farm now thru September, every Monday & Tuesday by appointment; or Wednesday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (weather permitting) for drop-bys. Open most summer holidays but closed Sundays. $7 for general admission. Visit www.carverscove.com for more info. Tuesdays: Weber County Commission meeting, 10:00 a.m. Weber County Bldg., 2380 Washington Blvd., Ogden. Public hearings held Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. as needed. Meeting minutes & agendas at <www.co.weber.ut.us> Every 3rd Tuesday: Nitwit Knitting Circle, 6:30 p.m. We knit sweaters for the Knit for Kids Guideposts Project & baby booties for the Pregnancy Care Center. If you can’t knit, we’ll teach you how! Free & fun! Learn a craft while supporting a good cause. More info at 745-3635. Every 4th Tuesday: La Leche League meeting, 10:00 a.m. Mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding & pregnant mothers. Meetings held in Ogden. Contact KeeNan with questions or for more info, 745-2664, or email LLLWeberDavis@gmail.com or La Leche League of Utah’s web address at < www.lllusa.org/ UT/Utah.html> Every 4th Tuesday: Ogden Valley Township Planning Commission, 4:30 p.m., Weber County Bldg., 2380 Washington Blvd., Ogden. Wednesdays: Senior Lunch in Ogden Valley Library community room, noon. $3 suggested donation for seniors, $6 for those 59 & younger. Call 337-2660 for more info. The library schedules activities that coincide with the Senior lunch, including senior bingo, senior gaming (Wii), & fitness classes. Wednesdays: Wildlife Wednesday, 3:30 p.m. @ Ogden Nature Center. All ages invited to learn more about some of Utah’s native animal species. For more info call 621-7595 or visit <www.ogdennaturecenter.org> Wednesdays: Dinner at American Legion Post 129 at 6:00 p.m. Open to general public. 604 S. 7800 E., Huntsville. Beef & Chicken tacos & salads. Chile Verde Burritos. Every 1st Wednesday, GEM Committee, 5:00 pm, Huntsville Library. Ogden Valley GEM (Growth with Excellence Mandate) Committee is an open-to-all citizens group working to sustain the rural atmosphere of the Valley and promote the other values expressed in the Ogden Valley General Plan. The Committee works thru County officials and processes toward keeping our Valley a great place to live and visit. For more info see <www. ogdenvalleygem.org> Every 2nd Wednesday: Eden Park Board, 6:30 p.m. Call Nicholas Froerer at 801-510-3210 for location & or more info. Every 2nd Wednesday: Ogden Valley Recreation/Transmission Special Service District Board Meeting, Ogden Valley Library, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Public invited. Every 2nd Wednesday: Ogden Valley Land Trust board meeting. 7:00 p.m., Ogden Valley Library. Call Shanna @ 745-2688 for more info. Every 2nd Wednesday: Blood Pressure Clinic. Registered nurse from Applegate Home Health Care offers blood pressure & glucose checks prior to Sr. Luncheon @ the Ogden Valley library. 11:40 a.m. Call 337-2660 for more info. Every 2nd Wednesday: VFW Fred J. Grant Post 1481 & Ladies Auxiliary, 6:00 p.m., 907 W. 12th St., Ogden. Join us to learn about our involvement in the Community & how we may be of service to veterans. For questions, call Post Commander Doug Ferguson at 801-633-0610. Every Thursday thru September: Ogden Valley Open Market from 5:30 p.m. to dusk, next to Century 21 Gage Froerer & Associates Real Estate Office, 2504 N. Highway 158, Eden. In addition to produce, come enjoy food, fun, crafts, music, and the arts. Fun for the whole family with on-stage performances. Every 1st & 3rd Thursday: Huntsville Town Council meeting, 7:00 p.m., Huntsville Town Hall, 7309 E. 200 S. Visit www. huntsvilletown.com for more info. Every 1st Thursday: CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) @ Ogden Valley Library, 7:00 p.m. Leaders meet monthly. Everyone welcome! Volunteers needed. For more info call Darla Weston at 745-2365 or Wayne Hillstead at 745-1561. Every 2nd Thursday: Nordic Mountain Water Board meetings, 7:00 p.m. @ Peterson Builders Bldg., 4793 East 2300 North, Eden. Meetings open to shareholders. Non-shareholders need to call a week in advance to be placed on the agenda. Call 745-2605 for more info. Every 2nd Thursday: Piece of Mind Quilt Guild. 6:30 p.m. at My Heritage Fabrics. Participants share quilts they’ve made & learn new techniques. Also produce quilts for charity. The guild is part of the Utah State Quilt Guild. All are welcome—beginner to advanced quilters. Come join us! Call Becky Smith @ 801745-1929 for more info. Every 2nd Thursday: Readin’ in Eden, Community Reading Group, 7:00 p.m. For location & more info, call Martha Schickedanz 745-3688, or Darla Longhurst-VanZeben 7454740. Everyone welcome. Every 2nd Thursday: Utah Homemakers Ass.’s monthly meetings designed to promote stable homes & satisfying family living. Speakers share educational info. Come gain skills that contribute to your interests & needs as homemakers. Also participate in service projects to help others & the community. 10:00-11:30 a.m. Nursery available. $12 yearly fee. Contact Renee, 745-2468. Every 3rd Thursday: Ogden Valley Business Association Meeting (OVBA). For more info visit <www.ovba.org> Refer to web site for time, click on “Meetings.” Saturdays: Zumba @ Ogden Valley Library! 10:00 a.m. For more info call 801-337-2632. Sundays: Breakfast 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. @ American Legion Post 129. Open to general public. 604 S. 7800 E., Huntsville. Thru August 27: Wii Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Ogden Valley Branch Library. Need to get out of the house? Just tell your parents you’re heading to the library! For players 18 and under. More info at 801-337-2660. Thru August 23: FREE RAMP Summer Saturdays at Ogden Nature Center, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Free admission & activities; all ages welcome. Join us for free activities & nature crafts this summer! Free Summer Saturdays are supported by Weber County RAMP tax. More info at 801-621-7595. Thru August 20: Tim Irwin’s Wednesday evening Kundalini Yoga workshop: Chakra Tune Up @ Eccles Community Art Center, 6:30 p.m. Tuition/session $55. Daily drop-in rate, $10. Pre-register at 801-392-6935. July 30: WSU’s Continuing Education hosts “College Transition Night,” for incoming freshmen and families, 6-8 p.m., WSU Morgan Center (241 E. Young St., Morgan) free, pizza & T-shirts, register at <weber.edu/WorkshopsAtWest> July 30: Wild Wednesdays: Exciting Eagles @ the Ogden Nature Center. Special appearances by Sundance the Golden Eagle and Des Ta Te the Bald Eagle. Learn why we must protect these special birds and their important place in the history of our country. Meet in Visitor Center @ 3:45 p.m. Free for ONC members, $2 children, $3 seniors, $4 adults. All ages welcome. July 30: WSU’s Continuing Ed hosts “Get Started at Weber,” an orientation for new, transfer, and returning students, 5:307:30 p.m., WSU West Center Room 102 (5627 S. 3500 W., Roy) free, pizza & T-shirts, register <weber.edu/WorkshopsAtWest> August 1 - September 6: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints’ open house & rededication for the Ogden Utah Temple. The temple was closed in 2011 for extensive renovation. The public open house will run thru Sept. 6, 2014, except for Sundays. The temple will be formally rededicated in three sessions on Sunday, Sept. 21 at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, and 3:00 p.m. August 3: Snowbasin Resort’s 2014 Blues Brews & BBQ Summer Concert Series. 12:30, The Brothers Comatose; 3:30, The Motet. For more info visit www.snowbasin.com or call 801-620-1000. August 5: Join Ogden City in National Night Out—America’s night out against crime. 5:00 - 8:30 p.m., Ogden’s 25th St Amphitheater. If interested in participating, or need additional info, contact Kris Murphy, Ogden City Police Dept. Community Outreach Coordinator at <krismurphy@ogdencity.com> See article on page 7. August 7: Tour of Utah returns to Ogden for the Stage Four start. This is Ogden’s 6th time participating in the event’s 10-year history. More info at <www.tourofutah.com/venues/ ogden/> August 7: Los Pinguos concert at Ogden Nature Center. Los Pinguos came to the U.S. from Buenos Aires, Argentina with a mixture of Latin rhythms, reggae, rumba, flamenco & rock. Their sound has claimed fans worldwide. Concert at 7:00 p.m.; gates open at 6:00 p.m. Seating is general admission on the lawn. Bring your own chairs. Tickets $18 for adults/$12 for children 12 and under. Call 801-621-7595 for more info. August 10: Snowbasin Resort’s 2014 Blues Brews & BBQ Summer Concert Series. 12:30, Kris Lager Band; 3:30, Hayes Carll. For more info visit www.snowbasin.com or call 801-620-1000. August 11: Linda Larsen presents Artful Monday a workshop designed for parents & children 7 - 12 years to explore art concepts and learn about artists together through hands-on activities @ Eccles Community Art Center, Ogden, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuition $4 parent/child. Pre-register at 801-392-6935 August 15-17: Ogden Valley Balloon Festival at Nordic Valley. Come enjoy affordable fun for the whole family. Balloon launches, tethered hot air balloon rides, art booths, continuous live entertainment featuring a diverse selection of music, family games, and more. Balloon Glow, Saturday, Aug. 16 at dusk— approximately 8:45 p.m. August 17: Snowbasin Resort’s 2014 Blues Brews & BBQ Summer Concert Series. 12:30, Jeff Crosby & The Refugees; 3:30, Desert Noises. For more info visit www.snowbasin.com or call 801-620-1000. August 19: Back to School Night, Valley Elementary August 20: First Day of School, Weber County Schools August 24: Snowbasin Resort’s 2014 Blues Brews & BBQ Summer Concert Series. 12:30, Ugly Valley Boys; 3:30, The Shook Twins. For more info visit www.snowbasin.com or call 801-620-1000. August 30: Pow Mow HEL’s Half Pound half marathon. Back again by popular demand! Toughest half marathon anywhere! Registration and info at <Ogdenhole.com> Monies raised will help restore historic Eden Church (The Hearthside). See article on page 12. August 31: Snowbasin Resort’s 2014 Blues Brews & BBQ Summer Concert Series. 12:30, Kap Brothers; 2:30, The Weekenders; 5:00, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real. For more info visit www.snowbasin.com or call 801-620-1000. September 1: Labor Day September 3 – 7: USA Cycling Masters Road National Championship. After a 3-year stint in Oregon, the USA Cycling Masters Road National Championship moves to Ogden for 2014. Riders from across the country will travel to northern Utah seeking to add a Stars-and-Stripes jersey to their closet. Follow the road race, time trial and criterium competitions. The inaugural Team USA Cycling Grand Fondo will take place Sunday. More info at <www.usacycling.org/2014/masters-roadnationals> September 6: The Amazing Raise, 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. For more info, or to register, visit <www.amazingraise.com> September 7: Snowbasin Resort’s 2014 Blues Brews & BBQ Summer Concert Series, 12:30: Brain Ernst; 3:30, Marinade. For more information visit www.snowbasin.com or call 801-620-1000. September 20 & 21: XTERRA USA Championships - 2 days, 2 national championship events at one destination. Snowbasin Resort & Ogden are transformed into XTERRA Title Town USA for the 4th year. An estimated 1,500 of the nation’s best amateur and professional triathletes and trail runners will compete in the XTERRA Trail Run National Championship and the XTERRA USA Championship off-road triathlon. Awards presented downtown at the Harvest Moon Celebration. Visit <www.xterraplanet.com/utah/usaChamps.html> September 27: Huntsville Marathon. For more info or to register visit www.huntsvilleutahmarathon.com or email <run@ huntsvilleutahmarathon.com> To volunteer, email Candis Facer at volunteer@huntsvilleutahmarathon.com or call 801-528-2166. More Calendar of Events items posted online at www.ovba.org To place your scheduled event in the Calendar of Events, call Shanna Francis 801-745-2688 or Jeannie Wendell 801-745-2879 |