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Show Page 14 The Ogden Valley news Volume XXV Issue VIII June 15, 2018 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 is 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. Mondays: Jennifer Sorensen will be the art instructor in residence 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for Ogden Valley Open Art. Artists come & work on their art projects while also receiving instruction & guidance from an art instructor. Cost for participating, $15/person. Every 3rd Monday: Ogden Valley Parks Service Area, 6:30 p.m. at Eden Park Bowery. For more information, call Nicholas Froerer, 801-510-3210. Tuesdays: 3:45 p.m., Nests, Nooks & Storybooks at Ogden Nature Center. Regular admission prices: $5 adults/$3 children/$4 seniors. Join us for trailside story time! We’ll wander out in the field, perch by a pond, climb into the treehouse, or find another fun nook, and read a storybook. No RSVP necessary, just show up! ONC is located at 966 W. 12th St., Ogden. More details online at <www.ogdennaturecenter.org> Tuesdays: Weber County Commission meeting, 10:00 a.m. at 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 4th Tuesday or 3rd Thursday: La Leche League meetings, Tuesday @ 10:00 a.m., Good Shepard Episcopal Church nursery, 2374 Grant Ave., Ogden; or Thursday @ 6:30 p.m. at Arrival Birth Services, 1190 E. 5425 S., S. Ogden. Free, friendly mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding & pregnant mothers. For more info call 801-686-8012 or visit <www.lllutah.org> 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 <gemcommittee.org> Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday: Open Studio/Music Circle @ Eden Community Center/Bowery, 6:30 p.m. Come work on your art projects or music skills in the company of other community artists. Experts on site for help and advice. Every 2nd Wednesday: Ogden Valley Recreation/Transmission Special Service District Board Meeting, Ogden Valley Library, 7:009:00 p.m. Public invited. Every 2nd Wednesday: Ogden Valley Land Trust board meeting, 7:00 p.m., Ogden Valley Library. Call Shanna @ 801-745-2688 for more info. Every Thursday: Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at the Berkshire Hathaway office at the rear of the gray log building across from the Eden Post Office, 2580 N. Hwy. 162, from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Anyone suffering with alcohol or drug addiction is welcome to attend. No dues or fees required. For more info call Melinda R. at 972-741-1126 or email her at <pmroland@ swbell.net> Every Thursday June 28 – August 30: Open Arts & Music at Huntsville Square, 5:30 p.m. to dusk. Free. Kids’ art projects, adult art instruction, and open mic. Dinner available at Huntsville Smoke House & Blue Coyote Café. 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 Mt. 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. Come join us! Call Jinny Dominguez @ 801-3934845 for more info. Every 2nd Thursday: Utah Homemakers Association, monthly meetings designed to promote stable homes & satisfying family living. 10:0011:30 a.m. Nursery available. $12 yearly fee. Contact Renee, 745-2468. Every 3rd Thursday: Story Tim on My Dime community event at Ogden Valley Branch Library in Huntsville. Come enjoy this family event with storytelling master Douglas Dickson of Liberty. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Free! Every 3rd Thursday: Ogden Valley Business Association Meeting (OVBA). For more info visit <www.ovba.org> Refer to web site for time, click “Meetings.” Every Friday & Saturday by appointment: Public tours of Eden’s New World Distillery at 12:00 noon, and 2:00 & 5:00 p.m. Make reservations via our website at <www.newworlddistillery.com> Saturdays: Zumba @ Ogden Valley Library, 10:00 a.m. Zumba class taught by certified instructor. Come enjoy 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. All Summer Long: Summer Nature Camps at Ogden Nature Center. ONC summer camps for youth ages 2-16. Join in the summer fun & expand your children’s nature knowledge! Single-day & multi-day adventure camps available. Registration required. For more info, pricing, and to register campers, call 801-621-7595 or email <education@ogdennaturecenter.org> Full details & registration at <www. ogdennaturecenter.org> June 5 - July 19: WSU’s College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology hosts WSU PREP, a 7-week math intensive summer school for high-achieving students grades seven to nine, free, 801626-7552 or <weber.edu/wsuprep> June 5 – Aug. 9: Volunteen Progam at Ogden Nature Center. Serve, learn & have fun with a unique program designed to get teens into the field this summer. Participants meet every Tuesday & Thursday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Cost, $45 for the summer; includes a t-shirt. For info on scholarships, contact Stefanie Zwygart at <education@ogdennaturecenter.org> Full details & registration www.ogdennaturecenter. org <www.ogdennaturecenter.org> June 11-15: WSU and the YMCA host “Inventors,” explore fields including chemistry, engineering & medicine, 8 a.m., Tracy Hall Science Center, $205, children age 5 to 15 welcome, 801-626-7772. June 11-15: WSU hosts Arts in the Parks, a weeklong program for children involving hands-on art lessons, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Lester Park (663 24th Street, Ogden), free lunch for those ages 18 and younger, public welcome, weber.edu/artsintheparks or <kmackay@weber.edu> June 11-15: WSU’s College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology hosts “2D Video Gaming Camp using Game Maker,” 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Technical Education Bldg. Room 202S, $30, 801-626-7929, <icarus.cs.weber. edu/Summer_Game_Camp.html> June 11-15: WSU hosts 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 Road, Ogden), free lunch for those ages 18 and younger, public welcome, scienceintheparks.org or <ajohnston@weber.edu> June 11-15: WSU hosts Math + Dance: Physical Problem Solving Methods, a weeklong introduction for middle and secondary mathematics teachers to the use of physical problem solving to teach mathematical concepts, various times and locations, <amiller@weber.edu> June 13: Jazz @ the Station with Mountain Boogaloo. Free all-age concert in the Fountain Plaza of Ogden’s Union Station, 7:00 p.m. See article on page 4. June 13: WSU’s Outdoor Program hosts the Mt. Bike Dawn Patrol, 6-9 a.m., meet at Outdoor Program bldg., free, <weber.edu/outdoor/ mtb-dawnpatrol.html> June 13: Wild Wednesdays: Father’s In Nature. Help us celebrate Father’s Day by learning outstanding and crazy facts about fathers in nature. Meet in the Visitor Center at 3:45 p.m. Free for ONC members; otherwise, $3 children/$4 seniors/$5 adults. All ages welcome. ONC is located at 966 W. 12th St., Ogden. More details at www. ogdennaturecenter.org or 801-621-7595. June 14 - June 16: The Gallery Theater at the Eccles Art Center, “The Process Service,” a first play by private investigator Susan Lehmann. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Curtain: 7:00 p.m. each day. Seating is limited. Tickets $5/person. Not recommended for younger children. For more info visit <www.ogden4arts.org> June 15: Ogden Valley community blood drive, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Wolf Creek Resort (3718 N. Wolf Creek Dr.) in Eden. To schedule an appointment, or for more info, visit redcrossblood.org or contact blood drive coordinator Janet Wampler, 305-796-7778 or <janet.wampler@ gmail.com> Drop-in donors also welcome. June 16: WSU’s Office of Access & Outreach hosts the 2018 Juneteenth Freedom & Heritage Festival, “Year of Jubilee: Reclaim, Restore, Rebuild,” entertainment, food and vendors, noon-9 p.m., Ogden Union Station (2501 Wall Ave., Ogden) 801-626-7027 or <projectsuccessinc.org> June 16: RAMP Summer Saturday at Ogden Nature Center. Nature SunCatcher. Transfer nature finds into your favorite window space. Free admission. Activities led by a naturalist and held at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. every Saturday. For more info call 801-621-7595 or visit <www. ogdennaturecenter.org> June 16: WSU’s Alumni Association hosts Wildcat Day at Lagoon! 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Lagoon Amusement Park (375 N. Lagoon Dr., Farmington), $45/$38, <alumni.weber.edu/lagoon> June 18-21: WSU’s College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology hosts “The Art & Science of Technology,” explore tech using Raspberry Pi, music, robotics & games, Tracy Hall Science Center, $195, <weber.edu/summercamps> June 18-22: WSU and the YMCA host “Circuitry,” explore electrical engineering, 8 a.m., Tracy Hall Science Center, $205, children ages 5 to 15 welcome, 801-626-7772. June 18-22: WSU hosts Arts in the Parks, a weeklong program for children involving hands-on art lessons, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monroe Park (850 30th Street, Ogden), free lunch for those ages 18 and younger, public welcome, weber.edu/artsintheparks or <kmackay@weber.edu> June 18-22: WSU’s Science in the Parks week-long program for children involving hands-on science lessons, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Lester Park (663 24th St., Ogden), free lunch for those ages 18 & younger, public welcome, or scienceintheparks.org or <ajohnston@weber.edu> June 18 - 22: Hunsaker Shooting Camp, Roy Junior High School (5400 S. 2100 W., Roy). Recognized as the best basketball shooting camp in the state of Utah. For more info call 801- 479-0742. June 18: Children 7 - 11 work with local visual & performing artist to explore art concepts @ Eccles Art Center’s summer camp, June 18 22, 9:30 - noon. Exhibit of art created displayed for parents & family, 11:45 a.m. Friday, June 22. Art supplies provided. Tuition/child $55. Space limited; pre-registration requested. More info at 801-392-6935 or visit <www.ogden4arts.org> June 20: Wild Wednesdays: Summer Celebration. Celebrate the summer solstice at ONC. Find out why some days are longer than others. With the help of a few live animals discover how animals & plants adjust to the long days of summer. Meet in Visitor Center at 3:45 p.m. Free for ONC members; otherwise, $3 children/$4 seniors/$5 adults. All ages welcome. ONC is located at 966 W. 12th St., Ogden. More details at www.ogdennaturecenter.org or 801-621-7595. June 20: Artist Gary Barron’s Watercolor Workshop @ Eccles Community Art Center, 2580 Jefferson Avenue, Ogden. Wednesday evenings, 7 to 9 p.m. thru Aug. 1 (no class held July 4). Basic supplies list provided for registering students. Tuition, $85; Nightly drop-in, $20. Pre-register at 801-392-6935 or <www.ogden4arts.org> June 20: WSU’s Outdoor Program hosts the Mt. Bike Dawn Patrol, 6-9 a.m., meet at Outdoor Program, free, <weber.edu/ outdoor/mtb-dawnpatrol.html> June 21: Fathers Being Honored by Families - Story Time on My Dime community event at Ogden Valley Branch Library in Huntsville. A family event with storytelling master Douglas Dickson of Liberty, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. June 21-23: WSU Davis hosts “Fyrecon,” conference for art & writing about science fiction & fantasy, various times, WSU Davis (2750 University Park Blvd., Layton), <fyrecon.com> June 22-24: WSU’s Outdoor Program hosts a summer canyoneering trip, San Rafael Swell, UT, $130/$90, register at <weber.edu/outdoor/ summer-canyoneering.html> June 22: SUNSHINE BREAKFAST, 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. at Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., Ogden. Free breakfast/donations gratefully accepted. For adults only. RSVP required by Friday, June 15 at 801-621-7595. Space is limited. June 23: North Branch Library celebrates reopening with open house, noon - 5:00 p.m. with special events including storytelling, musical presentations, special exhibits, and tours of the new facility. Please watch the library’s web site (www.weberpl.org) for additional info about the North Branch Library open house. See article on page 1. June 23: RAMP Summer Saturday at Ogden Nature Center. Rock Necklaces. Visitors of all ages will enjoy making these beautiful rock necklaces. Find your perfect stone, and create some personalized jewelry that expresses you and your style. Free admission. Activities led by a naturalist and held at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. every Saturday. Activities include guided nature walks, live animal presentations, games, creative nature crafts, and more. Just show up and have fun! Check in at the Visitor Center front desk. For more info call 801-621-7595 or visit <www.ogdennaturecenter.org> June 25: Mad Science of Greater Salt Lake’s Brixology Ultimate Science Camp for children K thru 6th grade @ Eccles Art Center, June 25 thru June 29, 9:00 .m. - noon. Tuition viewed & registration completed at <http://greatersaltlake.madscience.org/campexperience.aspx> June 25-29: WSU hosts Science in the Parks, a weeklong program for children involving hands-on science lessons, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Monroe Park (850 30th Street, Ogden), free lunch for those ages 18 and younger, public welcome, or scienceintheparks.org or <ajohnston@weber.edu> June 26: Weber County Primary Election. Polls open between 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. For more info, visit <www.weberelections.com/2018_election.php> June 28 & June 29: The Eccles Art Center, in association with the 2018 Traces of the West Exhibition, presents a design your cowboy boot(s) competition. June 28 & 29, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Entry fee: $10 for nonmembers. For additional info, call 801-392-6935 or visit <https://ogden4arts.org/events/competitions/ color-and-kick-up-your-heels.html> June 29: Snowbasin Resort & Ogden Symphony Ballet Association present the Utah Symphony with a patriotic evening of music under the stars! $5 for. Tickets can be purchased online at www.snowbasin. com or www.symphonyballet.org or over the phone at 801-399-9214. See article on page 5. 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 |
