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Show Page 4 The Ogden Valley news Volume XXV Issue XVIII October 15, 2019 Mountain Arts and Music Hosts November Ukulele Workshop Playing the ukulele is a great way to start playing a stringed instrument so you can accompany yourself singing. Mountain Arts and Music will host a four-week ukulele workshop on Saturdays, beginning November 2. Classes will be taught by Jeannie Young, an accomplished musician and teacher who started the Ogden Ukulele Orchestra—a 20-member group that gets together regularly, and plays at events such as the summer Open Arts and Music Open Mic in Huntsville. In the ukulele workshop, those attending will learn two to three chords each session, and learn to play at least three songs using these chords. From there, you can work on your favorite songs to build your repertoire. During the workshop, those who sign up can borrow a ukulele for use during the class to see if you like it. The workshop is geared for those ages 12 years and up, and no musical experience is required to participate. Learning to play the ukulele is a great way to get ready to entertain family and friends over the holidays! Workshops will be held from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays, beginning November 2, at the Community Art Cabin in the Eden Center (2612 N. Highway 162—the cabin in the back of Simply Eden). Cost is $75 for the four sessions. Please RSVP for a space in the workshop at <www.mountainartsandmusic. org> Payments collected at the first workshop. Ogden Valley Branch Library Hosts Artwork by Ashley Moore The Ogden Valley Library is currently hosting the artwork of Ashley Moore. Her display will be shown in the library’s gallery thru November 30. Regarding her work that is on display, she states the following: “As an art student, one of my teachers only accepted art that was done as realistically as we, the students, were capable of creating. He expected us to learn the ‘rules’ of art by understanding the fundamentals first. I resented this method of teaching initially, but as time has gone on, I’ve grown to appreciate his reasoning. “After years of practicing artistic realism, then moving into graphic design, illustration, and mural work, I found myself needing to ‘unlearn’ the precision that I cone so desperately fought to obtain. Just a few y ears ago, I was the one in the teacher’s position, but this time, I was teaching a group of kids who have experience serious burn injuries. The project I chose focused not on skill, but on embracing chaos and change. It appealed to all ages and abilities. Suddenly, I watched something quite remarkable happen. Once the students let go of control over the piece and embraced the pro- cess, magic was created. “Alcohol ink is the medium that creates this magic. Its transparency and flow allow for abstract works that both inspire and captivate the viewer. It’s almost like watching fire move or ocean waves recede. As I’ve created these pieces, I have found it therapeutic and freeing. I want to share the beauty that I have found in these quiet moments of letting go of control. “The trick of letting go, but also having a well thought out plan, is a fine balancing act within these pieces as well as within our own lives. Knowing when to embrace the spontaneity and flow of the ink, and when to redirect the movement so it doesn’t overtake he whole piece, is based upon fractions of movement and concentration. The goal of this exhibit is to accept that there is freedom in letting go and beauty in it as well. Each individual piece is unique in its creation, even when trying to reproduce a similar effect, it is often impossible to do. In learning the ‘rules’ of art, I’ve recently discovered that accepting the rules also means that they can be broken. I’m able to respect my initial art training and move forward with openness to future possibilities.” October Fun @ the Ogden Valley Branch Library Wire Crafts – Tue., Oct. 22 @ 7:00 p.m. Ages 16 and older. Learn how to make your own wire jig to create templates for this and other projects. Give your creations as gifts or decorate anywhere you want to add some color and style! To register, or for more information, call 801-337-2660. Senior Lunch Program – Wednesdays @ 12:00 noon. Senior lunches are served in the Community Room of the Ogden Valley Branch Library. There is a suggested donation of $3 for seniors, and $6 charge for patrons 59 and younger! Call 801-337-2660 for more information. Race the Librarian – Oct. 1-31 Teens! Read more than a librarian in one month and win a prize! Register by calling 801-337-2660. Scratch Programming – Thurs., Oct. 24 @ 7:00 p.m. Program games and create your own animated stories using Scratch, a web-based software designed to teach introductory coding skills. Register at 801-337-2660. Tricks & Treats at the Library! Sleepy Hollow Harvest Party – Sat., Oct. 26 @ 1:00 p.m. Discover the hidden secrets of Sleepy Hollow as we make crafts, play games, and have refreshments based on the old legend. Costumes welcome. Youth Chess Club – Tuesdays @ 4:00 p.m. Playing chess has many benefits, including improved reading skills, problem-solving skills, and optimized memory. Players ages 4 - 18 of all skill levels are invited to learn and play this classic strategy game. All supplies provided. Discovery Time – Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. Children who start kindergarten ready to learn to read have greater success throughout their school years. The Weber County Library can help! FREE Discovery Time programs, featuring stories, music, and learning activities, are designed to teach the five best ways to help your child get ready to read. Learn easy, fun ideas to help your child develop pre-reading skills at home. Separate sessions for youth ages 0-3 years, and 4-5 years old. Help your child get ready to read with stories, music, and learning activities. Registration is not required. After School Program – Wednesdays @ 2:30 p.m. Activities exploring STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics) for elementary school-aged children. Held during the school year. Younger siblings must be supervised by a caregiver. Cinema Saturdays – Saturdays @ 2:00 p.m. Join us for FREE screenings of popular & classic films. Release dates subject to change. Oct. 19 – Monsters vs. Aliens (PG) 2009 Oct. 26 – The Adventures of Ichabod & Mr. Toad (G) 1949 The Monarch Announces Grand Opening for WBs Eatery, Monarch Venues & More After much anticipation, Eatery, Art Box and O1ARTS, who, as a future The Monarch building will celebrate its Grand Opening Nov. 1 as a celebratory culmination of a historic renovation project that got its start nearly eight years ago. After purchasing The Monarch building in 2011 and placing it on the National Register of Historic Places in 2012, Fischer-Regan Enterprises embarked on an extensive building rehabilitation with R&O Construction and Carbon Architects, along with interior designer Valerie Marcus of VM Concept. RDA, Historic and New Markets Tax Credits partners made the project possible, including DV Community Investment, LLC and Chase New Markets Corporation. Developer Thaine Fischer envisioned The Monarch as an incubator for Ogden artists and creative businesses, with the hope of cultivating an environment that would promote positive social and economic change in East Central Ogden. Now, as it nears completion, Fischer reflects on the project while looking forward to its community impact. “More than a decade ago when we redeveloped our first historic building in downtown Ogden, we had no idea of the social impact it would have within our community,” says Fischer. “Several buildings later we are ecstatic and humbled by the response. The Monarch is our boldest attempt to bring community impact to Ogden’s new Nine Rails Creative District. With the support of our community, creatives, tax credits and investment partners, our vision is finally coming together. We believe this is just the beginning.” The Monarch’s Grand Opening events begin at 4:00 p.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony with government officials and presentations by WBs tenant of The Monarch, presents a large-scale installation in the lobby by visiting artists-in-residence Wade Kavanaugh and Stephen Nguyen. Guests will be invited into the Royal Room for an introduction to The Monarch Venues and recognition of The Monarch’s lenders, architects, construction team and supporters who’ve made the project possible. The building will then be open for Ogden’s First Friday Art Stroll, and guests are encouraged to visit artist studios, have dinner and drinks at WBs, shop at the Art Box, and experience the lobby’s immersive art installation. The Banyan Collective will present live podcast performances from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. with local musicians. Developed by Fischer-Regan Enterprises LLC, The Monarch is a collaborative environment where artists, creative businesses, and makers of all types can connect, inspire and create together in the heart of Ogden’s Nine Rails Creative District. The Monarch strives to provide the Wasatch region with uniquely artful experiences through artist engagement, creative dining, and memorable events. The Monarch Grand Opening Schedule 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Ribbon cutting ceremonies, partner presentations, and recognition of development, investment & community impact partners 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. | Ogden First Friday Art Stroll - Guests are invited to visit Creative Studios, WBs, and Art Box & experience the lobby art installation. Live music begins at 7:00, presented by The Banyan Collective’s Van Sessions. The lineup includes a new group each hour, beginning with Mojave Nomads at 7:00, Lovely Noughts at 8:00, and closing with Sam Brue at 9:00. Eccles Art Center Hosts “Go Figure” Exhibit This November, the Eccles Art Center, 2580 Jefferson Ave., Ogden, will feature the exhibit “Go Figure! Five artists interpret the figure in paint,” which will include art by Terrece Beesley, Sue Martin, Mary Pussey, Joy Nunn and Joan Zone. A reception for the artists and an evening of holiday shopping is planned for Friday Art Stroll, November 1, 2019 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The exhibits will continue thru November 27. The Eccles Art Center staff approached Terrece Beesley to curate this exhibits. She reveals, “When five artists set off to interpret the figure in paint, you may be sure there will be some surprises. There are as many interpretations as there are artists and subjects. Who knew “figures” might include dogs and lizards?” Beesley, who included her work in the exhibit, continues “I am fascinated by scenes with which we are familiar, the icons of our daily life. The people, places, and objects in my paintings speak volumes about our culture…. I usually combine several photos for my final drawing. I look intently at my subjects, striving for the correct perspective, attitude, or sly smile that will bring them to life.” Sue Martin of her paintings divulges, “Ever since my sister and I rescued a dog early this year, I’ve become fascinated with dog-dog and owner-owner interactions. I’ve spent a lot of time taking pictures of dogs and their owners, and I’ve enjoyed painting this series of “Best Friends,” with an emphasis on the dogs.” Artist Mary Pussey explains, “In recent times, I have found a new interest in having figures in my watercolors…. What I paint is a representation of what I see and feel, with no attempt at a realistic likeness. So, these figures are representations of feelings as I paint en plein air and in the studio. Go Figure!” In the same matter, artist Joy Nunn notes, “Painting figures is always a challenge and, for me, a journey…. Lately, I have decided to abandon the restrictions of realism and have been exploring the relationship between the linear qualities of a figure and elements of abstraction around or with it, in order to develop the actual subject of my work which is an expression of a thought, feeling, or mood.” Joan Zone finishes, “My figures are seldom real but, more often, my imagination at play. I simplify shapes, exaggerate colors, add texture and pattern to create figures with attitude, emotion, or a story to tell. Often I place them in whimsical context…. I’ve been influenced by the abstracted and whimsical work of such master artists as Picasso and Chagall. We invite you to visit the Eccles Art Center and its galleries. Regular galleries hours are Monday thru Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For more information, call the art center at 801-392-6935 or visit <www.ogden4arts.org> |