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Show Page 14 The Ogden Valley news Volume XXIII Issue IX June 1, 2016 Calendar of Events Community Reading Group. For location, confirmation of date, time, & more info, call Martha at 801-814-1698, or Darla at 801-391-5143. Everyone welcome. 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. Tuesdays: Films @ Your Ogden Valley Branch Library, 6:30 p.m. More info at 801-337-2660. 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 Tuesday: Join us for ping pong night at the American Legion in Huntsville. Ping pong tables have been set up in a side room at the Legion. Play from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. For more info call Matt, 801-745-4403. Everyone welcome! Come learn to play or hone your skills with the best! Every 3rd Tuesday: Community Foundation of Ogden Valley (CFOV) Board Meeting at Ogden Valley Library in Huntsville, 6:30 p.m. Meeting open to the public.” For more info, call Dennis at 801-791-1036. 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. For more information call Sally (801) 621-4844 or Erica (801) 648-2849. 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: Sr. Lunch in Ogden Valley Library community room, noon. $3 suggested donation for seniors, $6 for those 59 & younger. Call 337-2660 for more info. 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 & promote the other values expressed in the Ogden Valley General Plan. Committee works thru County officials & processes toward keeping our Valley a great place to live & visit. For more info see <www.ogdenvalleygem.org> Every 2nd Wednesday: Eden Park Board meeting, 6:30 p.m. Call Nicholas Froerer, 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 @ 801-7452688 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 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 2nd Thursday: Nordic Mountain Water Board meeting, 6:00 p.m. @ Peterson Builders Bldg., 4793 E. 2300 N., Eden. Meetings open to shareholders. Non-shareholders need to call a week in advance for placement on 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 welcome—beginner to advanced quilters. Come join us! Call Jinny Dominguez @ 801393-4845 for more info. Every 2nd Thursday: Utah Homemakers Associations 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 Ass. Meeting (OVBA). For more info visit <www.ovba.org> Refer to web site for time, click “Meetings.” Saturdays: Zumba @ Ogden Valley Library, 10:00 a.m. Zumba class taught by certified instructor is an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness program that’s moving millions of people toward joy & health. More info at 801-337-2660. Saturdays: Cinema Saturday Feature Films @ Ogden Valley Library, 2:00 p.m. More info at 801-337-2660. Saturdays: 8:00 p.m., American Legion “Cutterzone Karaoke” with Kent Cutler & over 100,000 songs to choose from. Come show off your talent or just for the party. Also, come in for Pool Player’s Challenges. Every 4th Saturday: Read to Succeed, a life success & personal improvement book club, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. For confirmation of location, date, time, & more info, call ShyAnna at 801-821-6295 or Michelle at 385-405-8030. Everyone welcome to come and join! All meetings held in Ogden Valley. Sundays: Breakfast 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. @ American Legion Post 129. Open to general public. 604 S. 7800 E., Huntsville. June 3: Ogden’s First Friday Art Stroll June 3 at the Union Station (2501 Wall Ave.). The event will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sampson, The Utah Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum Tools of the Trade Series will present Kristi of Kristi Q Designs—also known as Rodeo Queen Central—which specializes in western fashion designs. June 3-5: 9th Annual Ogden Music Festival at Weber County’s beautiful Fort Buenaventura. This year’s event features a lineup of outstanding artists from bluegrass, folk, and alt-country genres. On site camping available. Kids 16 & under free! Info, tickets & camping reservations available at <www.ofoam.org> Event presented by OFOAM. See article on page 4. June 4: RAMP Free Summer Saturdays @ The Ogden Nature Center. Free admission & activities. Activities led by a naturalist. 10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. Just show up & have fun! Please check in at the Visitor Center front desk. June 4: Ice Cream Cone Gardening - kids will enjoy some gardening...with a twist! All participants will learn about a clever & biodegradable way to start plants from seeds. All gardening supplies provided. June 6-10: WSU hosts Science in the Parks, a weeklong program for children involving hands-on science lessons, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., West Ogden Park (751 W. 24th St., Ogden), free lunch for those age 18 & younger, public welcome, scienceinthepark.wordpress.com or <ajohnston@weber.edu> June 6-10: WSU hosts Arts in the Parks, a weeklong program for children involving hands-on art lessons, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Lorin Farr Park (769 Canyon Rd., Ogden), free lunch for those age 18 & younger, public welcome, community.weber.edu/artsinthepark or <kmackay@weber.edu> June 7 & 11: WSU’s Outdoor Recreation program hosts a 2-part class “Intro to Standup Paddle Boarding,” various times & locations, $30 WSU/$45 non-WSU, weber. edu/outdoor/intro-sup.html or 801-626-6373. June 7-July 20: WSU’s College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology & the College of Science host WSU PREP, a STEM-focused summer school for 7th-9th grade students, WSU Ogden campus, free for Ogden, Davis & Weber school districts, weber. edu/wsuprep or 801-626-7552. June 8: Wild Wednesdays: The Pond & Beyond @ Ogden Nature Center, 3:45 p.m. The dog days of summer are finally here! There’s no better time to grab a net and explore what lives in the Ogden Nature Center ponds. You never know what or who you might find. Free for ONC members; otherwise, $3 children/$4 seniors/$5 adults. All ages welcome. For more info call 621-7595 or visit <www.ogdennaturecenter.org> June 9: 2nd Annual OVBA Golf Tournament at Wolf Creek Golf Course in Eden, 9:00 a.m. For more info visit ovba.org/ golf/ or email <bod@ovba.org> June 9: You are invited to learn the art of storytelling. If you have ever had an interest in pursuing your storytelling skills, this is your free opportunity by attending the storytelling events held at the Ogden Valley branch library, 8200 E. 200 S., Huntsville, on the second Thursday of each month thru June, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. For more info call Douglas at 801-430-3881. June 10: WSU’s Wildcat Toastmasters Club, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Lampros Hall Room 218D on campus. Come and learn new speaking & leadership skills, free. More info at wildcattoastmasters@weber.edu or <facebook.com/wildcattoastmastersclub/> June 10: The WSU Alumni Association hosts the 2016 Alumni Golf Classic scholarship fundraiser, 8 a.m., The Barn Golf Club (305 W. Pleasant View Dr., Ogden), $200 individual, $400 foursome, alumni.weber.edu or 801-626-7518. June 11: RAMP Free Summer Saturdays @ The Ogden Nature Center. Free admission & activities led by a naturalist. 10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. Activities include guided nature walks, live animal presentations, games, creative nature crafts & more. Just show up & have fun! Please check in at the Visitor Center front desk. Come Meet & Greet Snakes - Learn about one of our friendly snakes up close and personal. Discover ways to identify a venomous vs. non-venomous snake. Kids will enjoy making a fun snake craft. June 11: WSU’s Outdoor Recreation program hosts a stand-up paddle board day at Causey Reservoir, $30 WSU/$45 nonWSU, jbernstein@weber.edu or <weber.edu/outdoor> June 11: Valley Market Customer Appreciation See ad on page 10. June 12: Summer Brews & Backyard BBQ Celebration at Snowbasin Resort. Kick off the first weekend of summer operations with a Summer Brews & Backyard BBQ Celebration from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Explore all of the summer craft beers that are available from Wasatch & Squatters in the fresh summer air on Earl’s Lodge Patio while enjoying live music. Price: $45includes food & beverage. Must be 21+ years of age. Starting June 12, Snowbasin open for summer operations every weekend, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. thru October 4. More info at www. snowbasin.com or 801-620-1000. See ad on page 3. June 13-17: WSU’s Science in the Parks, a weeklong program for children involving hands-on science lessons, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Lorin Farr Park (769 Canyon Rd., Ogden), free lunch for those age 18 and younger, public welcome, scienceinthepark.wordpress.com or <ajohnston@weber.edu> June 13-17: WSU’s Arts in the Parks, a weeklong program for children involving hands-on art lessons, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 4th Street Park (275 4th St., Ogden), free lunch for those age 18 & younger, public welcome, community.weber.edu/artsinthepark or <kmackay@weber.edu> June 15: Wild Wednesdays: Summer Celebration @ Ogden Nature Center, 3:45 p.m. Fathers in Nature. Help us celebrate Father’s Day by learning outstanding & crazy facts about fathers in nature. From the seahorse that goes thru contractions at birth, to some frogs that keep their baby tadpoles in their mouths for safety, come learn about all kinds of animal dads. Free for ONC members; otherwise, $3 children/$4 seniors/$5 adults. All ages welcome. For more info call 621-7595 or visit <www.ogdennaturecenter.org> Summer Camps @ The Ogden Nature Center The Ogden Nature Center is offering summer camps for youth ages 2-16. Join in the summer fun and expand your children’s nature knowledge! Single-day and multi-day adventure camps available all summer long. Registration is required. For more information, pricing, and to register campers, please call 801-621-7595 or email <education@ogdennaturecenter.org> Full details and registration can be found online at <www.ogdennaturecenter.org> Summer Camps in June that still have spots available include: Birds of a Feather - June 7, ages 9-11 It’s All Fun & Games - June 9, ages 7-9 X-treme Eco Expedition - June 13-17, ages 11-14 Animal Explorers - June 20, ages 4-6 Working With Wildlife - June 30, ages 12-16 More camps will be offered in July and August as well. Full details at <www.ogdennaturecenter.org> 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 |
