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.
Today
Alcoholics Anonymous 12-step support group, each Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Hill Air Force Base Chapel Annex, Room 18-19. 801-682-6955.
Grief Support Group coordinated by Applegate Hospice, 3 p.m., Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd., Ogden. This group meets each Thursday. Free. For information call Juliann at 801-393-2760.
La Leche League of Box Elder County support group for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, 7 p.m., 435 W. 600 North, Tremonton. Services available include lending library and 24-hour phone help. Mothers and babies welcome. 435-257-4650.
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 and 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. $40 per person, or $10 for those age 55 and over who are seeking a reduction in their insurance rate. For information or to register contact the Utah Safety Council at 800-933-5943 or visit www.utahsafetycouncil.org.
Narcotics Anonymous 12 Step Support Groups, meetings are held daily throughout Davis and Weber counties. For days and times, locations, and other information call 877-479-6262.
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. This program is 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.
Tuesday
A service officer from the Veterans of Foreign Wars Service Office will be available to provide assistance to assist veterans in understanding and applying for VA benefits including compensation, pension, hospitalization, education, and other benefits from 2 to 3 p.m. on Dec. 13, at 1290 E. 1450 South at Clearfield Department Workforce Services Employment. He will also be at the George E. Wahlen Ogden Veterans Home, 1102 N 1200 W, December 14, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a free service to all veterans. Please bring the following documents so that we may better serve you: DD form 214, marriage/divorce papers, birth/adoption/death certificates, and children's social security numbers.
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.
Parkinson's support group, 6:30 p.m., Ogden Regional Hospital Women and Children's Center education room, no. 105. 801-668-8660.
Suicide survivors support group, for family and friends who have lost someone to suicide, 6:30-8:30 p.m., A Center for Grieving Children, 1724 E. 5600 South, South, Ogden. 801-394-5556 or 801-771-8476.
Weight-loss support group (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 7 p.m., Hillside Senior Center, 5051 S. 2000 West, Roy. 801-317-4351. First visit free; $26 per year, includes monthly magazine, plus $5 per month chapter fee.
Wednesday
Davis County Library south-end book discussion group, 7 p.m., 725 S. Main, Bountiful. 801-295-8732. Free to the public.
Davis County NAMI Connections support group, 7 p.m., IHC Bountiful Clinic, 390 N. Main, 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.
Multiple sclerosis support group, 11 a.m., Weber County Pleasant Valley Library, 5568 Adams Ave., Washington Terrace. 801-814-7232.
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. Bilingual services available. Free, but registration is required; 801-689-1737.
VFW Fred J. Grant Post 1481 and Ladies Auxiliary meet every second Wednesday at 6 p.m., 907 W. 12th St., Ogden. Please join us to learn about our involvement in the community and how we may be of service to veterans. For questions call Post Commander Doug Larson at 801-391-5932.
Wildlife Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m., Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., Ogden. These programs offer fun and educational information and are open to the public, with regular admission rates of $4 for adults, $3 for seniors and $2 for children. For information and to register for classes call 801-621-7595.
Upcoming
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.
Christmas Extravaganza Ice Show presented by The Utah Figure Skating Club, 7 p.m., Dec. 16, South Davis Recreation Center, 550 N, 200 West, Bountiful. $3 per ticket with children under 5 free. We have almost 100 skaters from age 4 to 60+ participating in group and solo numbers. For information find us at www.utahfigureskatingclub.com and on Facebook. Come early as this show always sells out.
Layton Family Recreation Family Ice Skating, 7:45-9:45 p.m., Jan. 16, Weber County Ice Sheet, 4390 Harrison Blvd., Ogden. Free admission/$1 skate rental. For information call 801-336-3925.
Kaysville New Year's Eve Festivities, 7 p.m., Dec. 31, at Kaysville City Hall block, Main Street and Center streets. Residents can ring in the new year with food, bingo, children's carnival and story hour, live music and dancing. For information call 801-546-1235 or www.kaysvillecity.com
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