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Show Page 4 The Ogden Valley News Volume XXX Issue VII January 15, 2023 Weber CTC Works to Support Youth Eccles Art Center Announces Juried Through Education &legislatures Prevention Efforts Exhibition of Photographic Fine Art for the recent massive progress that The legislature is in session! In Weber, CTC’s prevention work legislation that considers substance use prevention and prioritizes mental health is very important and can be the best prevention strategy in a community. Weber CTC will be involved by visiting with our senators and representatives in Washington D.C. and by taking our Youth Council to the Utah State Legislature for Prevention Capitol Hill Day. We will endeavor to educate legislators on CTC’s priorities, which include preventing underage use of substances, like alcohol and e-cigarettes, and advocating for mental health supports. We will also take time to thank our has been made, like creating the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. We encourage you to use your voice this legislative session; get involved, express gratitude whenever possible, and provide your perspective to effect change where you live. If you are interested in getting in contact with your Utah State legislators, visit le.utah.gov/GIS/ findDistrict.jsp. From this website, you can enter your address to find out who your legislators are and access their contact information. If you are interested in knowing what bills are going to be worked on in this legislative session, visit le.utah.gov/. As always, remember to follow us on social media for more updates and prevention information, or visit our website at weberctc.org. Instagram: @weberctc Facebook: facebook.com/WeberCTC The Eccles Art Center, 2580 Jefferson Ave., Ogden, will open a juried exhibition of photographic fine art from our 23rd Statewide Photographic Competition. This exhibition will open Friday, February 3, and continue on display through Saturday, February 25, 2023. A reception will be held February 3 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in association with Ogden’s First Friday Art Stroll. Awards presented will include monetary awards of Best of Show and four Honorable Mentions. Awards will be posted at the reception and on-line at the Eccles Art Center’s website: ogden4arts.org. Works from this competition will be shared virtually. The public is invited to attend the reception and to view the exhibited works throughout the month. Admission to the art center’s galleries are complimentary. The 23rd Photographic Statewide, a juried biennial competition, is open to recent works by resident Utah photographers. Original work in a variety of photographic styles will be displayed. The art center staff appreciates the assistance of the juror, which reviews and curates works chosen for the exhibit as well as assisting in the judging of awards. This competition is popular with Utah photographers and art center patrons. The EAC staff is excited to present a display of Fine Art Photography. It is an exhibit that can includes all varieties of photography from silver gelatin prints to digitally manipulated works. The public is invited to visit the Eccles Art Center and Carriage House Galleries during regular gallery hours, Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. For additional information, please call us at 801-392-6935 or visit ogden4arts.org. Farmers Market Ogden Offers Five National Blood Donor Month Kicks Off Additional Weeks to Shop Local Increased Focus on Year-Round Need Ogden Downtown participants an opportunity to make EBT Alliance is thrilled to present another year of Winter Market by Farmers Market Ogden. Winter Market is returning to the historic Ogden Union Station for five Saturdays with a diverse collection of local vendors and a unique lineup of weekly performances you will not want to miss. A slimmed-down version of the summer’s Farmers Market Ogden, Winter Market is a cozy, indoor opportunity to shop fresh seasonal produce, preserves, jams, baked goods, artisan works and more. Held inside the Ogden Union Station, Winter Market starts Saturday, January 28 and will continue every Saturday through February 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering five weeks of supporting local farmers, artisans, performers and more. Ogden Union Station is located at 2501 Wall Ave. From fresh baked bread to honey and butter, Winter Market has accepted more than 40 vendors this year, bringing variety and a larger selection of local goods to Downtown Ogden. Weekly community yoga classes will be held upstairs in the Wattis Dumke Room beginning at 10:00 a.m. Yoga participants will need to bring their own mat. Entertainment by local performers will be featured weekly throughout the market from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Farmers Market Ogden is an authorized EBT, SNAP, Double Up Food Bucks and Produce RX provider and will be offering exchanges at Winter Market by visiting the information booth located inside the Union Station. Please note vendor registration is now closed. No on-site registration or weekly vendors will be allowed. Opening Day Schedule of Events 9:00 a.m. | Winter Market opens 10:00 a.m. | Community yoga with Courtney Radkin 10:30 a.m. | Performances by Zaza and Blue Sage Band 12:30 p.m. | Performances by Love Juliet and Hit & Miss Musical performances will take place inside the Grand Lobby and Gallery 51. Community programming and music performances rotate weekly. For an up-to-date weekly schedule of events, follow @FarmersMarketOgden on Facebook and Instagram. Farmers Market Ogden is produced and managed by the Ogden Downtown Alliance. Ogden Downtown Alliance was recently awarded Best of State in Community Development. Ogden Downtown Alliance is a 501(c)(3) committed to increasing economic vitality and community vibrancy throughout Ogden’s Central Business District. We support local commerce through placemaking, destination marketing, focused community programming, and events. We create and promote a dynamic epicenter for arts, entertainment, and cultural experiences in Ogden’s downtown. January 1 marked the 53rd anniversary of National Blood Donor Month, and to kick off the event and the New Year, the American Red Cross of Utah reminds residents that it’s more crucial than ever to give blood. Last year’s extreme weather caused the cancellation of hundreds of blood drives in other states, impacting the nation’s supply. “National Blood Donor Month is an opportunity to recognize those across the country who regularly roll up their sleeves and help save lives,” said Heidi Ruster, Chief Executive Officer of the American Red Cross Utah/ Nevada Region. “But this past year’s severe weather caused the cancellation of many donor events, so we’re encouraging everyone to celebrate the New Year by giving blood now.” There is typically a slowdown of blood donations during the holiday season and winter months, she said. “In recent weeks, however, winter weather throughout the U.S. has led to the cancellation of more than 300 Red Cross Blood drives in the Eastern and Midwestern states, and about 9,000 potential donations have gone uncollected,” Ruster said. In fact, this year’s National Blood Donor Month comes at a time when the nation’s blood supply has dipped to concerning levels. “There are multiple causes for our decreased blood supply, many weather-related, but we’re working hard to increase our reserves,” said Ruster. “And remember, blood cannot be synthetically made, meaning volunteer donors are the only resource for providing blood to those in need.” National Blood Donor Month was created to remind people of the ongoing need for lifesaving blood, as well as recognize those who give. Started in 1970 by presidential proclamation, January was chosen because it’s a time of year that often sees lower donations. Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs a blood transfusion. Donors of all blood types—particularly type O, the blood group hospitals use most—are needed now to give blood or platelets to help meet demand. Schedule an appointment today by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). “In the U.S., 62% of the population is eligible to give blood, but only 3% does,” said Dr. Walter Kelley, Salt Lake City-based Divisional Chief Medical Officer for the Pacific, Rocky Mountain, and Southwest Divisions of the American Red Cross. “Any of us—our friends, family, or neighbors—could be in an accident or become ill some day and need blood,” he said. “By choosing to give now, donors not only help boost the future blood supply, but also support those in need of emergency lifesaving care or transfusions for medical treatment.” Amplify Your Impact − Volunteer Another way to celebrate National Blood Donor Month and support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check-in and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience. Volunteers can also serve as transportation specialists, playing a vital role in ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information and to apply for either position, contact Julie Schwartz at julie.schwartz@redcross.org or 385-258-5310 or visit RedCross.org/volunteertoday. About the American Red Cross - The American Red Cross shelters, feeds, and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members, and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross. |