This listing is of events of interest to the community. Submit items by noon Fridays in order to run in the next week's issue. Phone: 801-629-5220. Fax: 801-629-5238. E-mail: community@standard.net.
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Friday
Alcoholics Anonymous 12-step support group, each Friday, 7 p.m., Hill Air Force Base Chapel Annex, Room 18-19. 801-682-6955.
La Leche League support meeting, 12 noon, First United Methodist Church, 1339 W. 400 North, Marriott-Slaterville. For information call Rachel at 801-689-2947.
WSU-GSBE Toastmaster Club No. 7156, 11:45 a.m., Wattis Building Room 218, 1218 University Way, Weber State University, Ogden. Through participation in toastmasters, people learn to effectively speak, conduct meetings, manage, lead, delegate and motivate. Accepting new members. For information call Shelly Bellflower at 801-626-8610 or Richard Carr at 435-734-2300.
Saturday
Al-Anon 12-step support groups meetings for friends and families of alcoholics are held daily throughout the area. For meeting times and locations call 801-393-2311.
Beyond the Birth Parenting Class, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Ogden Regional Medical Center's Women's & Children's Health Center, 5475 S. 500 East, Washington Terrace. $25 per couple. Registration required. 801-479-2600. Defensive driving classes offered by Utah Safety Council, four-hour defensive driving courses for individuals in the Ogden area, 8 a.m.-noon, two Saturdays per month; 6-10 p.m., one Tuesday per month. Drivers may complete the course for a 50-point reduction from their Utah driving record, once every three years. Fee is $40 per person, or $10 for those age 55 and over who are seeking a reduction in their insurance rate. To register contact the Utah Safety Council at 800-933-5943 or visit www.utahsafetycouncil.org.
Women for Sobriety, 10 a.m., St. John Center, 555 E. 5300 South, Building 2, Suite 6, South Ogden. A non-profit organization dedicated to helping women overcome alcoholism and other addictions. Based on positive thinking, metaphysics, meditation, group dynamics and pursuit of health through nutrition. For information call Sharon at 801-915-9046 or visit www.womenforsobriety.org.
Monday
Connections Support Group is offered for individuals who have mental illness (ages 14 years and older, each Monday (except holidays), 6:30 p.m., Weber Human Services, 237 26th St., room E102, Ogden. This group offers support from those who understand.
Family-To-Family Support Group for family members (ages 14 years and older) of people who have mental illness, 6:30 p.m., Weber Human Services, 237 26th St., room E102, Ogden. It offers support from those who understand. Call Gary Empey at 801-731-2583 with any questions.
Twilight Toastmasters, 5:30 p.m., Ogden-Weber Applied Technology Campus, 918 W. 2nd Street, Building 10A, room BU-147. We are accepting new members. Toastmasters can help with public presentations or lessons, and creates leadership skills. Please contact Barry Arnold at barrya@arwengineers.com or Sonya Dermody at spiderwoman@comcast.net for more information and directions.
Weber State University Alumni Association Toastmasters Club is accepting new members. Everyone is welcome. Club meetings are held each Monday at noon in the Alumni building on campus. Parking is available on the west side of the building. Contact Joyce at 801-626-7480 or Shirley at 801-393-4836 for information.
Tuesday
Alzheimer's support group, 6:30 p.m., Mountain Ridge Assisted Living, 1885 E. Skyline Drive, South Ogden. Day care provided. 801-475-5111.
Cancer support group sponsored by McKay-Dee Hospital, 12-1 p.m., each Tuesday, in education area of McKay-Dee Hospital, room 2, 4401 Harrison Blvd., Ogden. Free to the community. Free lunch. For more information call, 801-387-7400.
Divorce Care recovery seminar and support group, each Tuesday at 7 p.m., Christian Life Center, 2352 E. Hwy. 193, Layton. Different topics each week. For information contact Pam at 801-771-5433, ext. 510.
Mt. Ogden Rotary, noon, Prairie Schooner, 445 Park Blvd., Ogden. For questions regarding attending as a guest, contact Mt. Ogden Rotary Club President, David Crim at 801-917-3663.
New Aces Bridge Group has practice sessions for all ages and skill levels, 6:30 p.m., 3560 Grant Ave., Ogden. For information call 801-621-4300.
Wednesday
Davis County NAMI Connections support group, 7 p.m., IHC Bountiful Clinic, 390 N. Main St., Bountiful. A free recovery support group program for adults living with mental illness, the groups provide a place that offers respect, understanding, encouragement, and hope. Groups are confidential and participants can share as much or as little personal information as they wish. Open to all adults with mental illness, regardless of diagnosis. For information: jonathantking@yahoo.com or cbhotshot47@gmail.com.
Grief support group, 6-7:30 p.m., Leavitt's Mortuary Community Room, 836 36th St., Ogden. Free to public, open to everyone. 801-394-5556.
Hill Climbers Toastmaster Club No. 4846, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. each Wednesday at Hill Air Force Base Building 1239, south conference room. Participants will learn to become more competent and comfortable in front of an audience. Contact Craig Odekirk at 801-775-4136 or craigodekirk@hill.af.mil; or Frank Roskelley at 801-825-5300 or frank.roskelley@hotmail.com.
Overeaters Anonymous support group, 1 p.m., Layton Hills Baptist Church, 1332 N. Hill Field Road, Layton. The purpose of OA is to abstain from compulsive overeating and carry this message of recovery to those who suffer. There are no dues or fees for members. www.oautah.org.
Support group for survivors experiencing trauma issues related to rape or sexual assault, 6:15 p.m., Your Community Connection, 2261 Adams Ave., Room 210B, Ogden. Bi-lingual services available. Free, but registration is required; 801-689-1737.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 6 p.m., McKay-Dee Hospital, 4401 Harrison Blvd., Room 4 in the education wing. More information about TOPS is available from Karol Phipps 801-479-3125, or call (800) 932-8677, or visit www.tops.org.
TOPS weight loss support group, 6:45 p.m., each Wednesday, 5051 S. 2000 West, behind Roy Fire Station. Learn how to achieve a more healthy lifestyle. Men, women and children are welcomed as members. Membership is $26 annually with $4 per month local dues. For information call Annette, 801-391-9998
Upcoming
Holiday Open House and Local Art Fair, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 3, Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., Ogden. Free, all ages welcome. Local artists and craftsmen will be on hand with their latest creations. Kids can make a pinecone gnome to take home. Fresh evergreen holiday swags and centerpieces will also be on sale. Shoppers can pick up unique and creative treats at the bake sale, and enjoy free admission to the Nature Center, free gift wrapping and hot chocolate. For information visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org or call 801-621-7595.
The New Sounds for Christmas Concert presented by Composers Guild, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3, at the Salt Lake Tenth Ward Cultural Hall, 420 S. 800 East, Salt Lake City. This is a concert of Christmas music by Utah composers. No charge for admission.
Free writing class, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 6, Pleasant Valley Branch of Weber County Library, 5568 S. Adams Ave. This class is entitled "Buy Low and Sell High - Applied Economics in Fiction" and examines plot development in writing. Free, open to the public. Call Mike at 801-648-6867 for information or visit http://www.michaelcombe.com/classes.html
Bar J Wranglers Charity Christmas Concert presented by Roy High School, 7 p.m., Dec. 15, Roy High School Auditorium, 2150 W. 4800 South. Tickets are $21, $16, and $11. For tickets and information see royhighroyals.com or call 801-476-3600.
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