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. Email: 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. Free. For information call Juliann at 801-393-2760.
La Leche support meeting, 6:30 p.m., Pleasant Valley Branch Library, 5568 S. Adams Ave., Washington Terrace. For information call Sally at 801-621-4844.
Look Good Feel Better, 6 p.m., Ogden Regional Cancer Treatment Center (emergency room entrance), 5475 S. 500 East, South Ogden. This program offers licensed cosmetologists to teach beauty techniques to help boost your self-image during cancer treatments and help cope with appearance-related side effects that can result from treatments. 801-479-2570.
Lymphedema support group, 7 p.m., Advanced Health Clinic, 630 W. Shepard Lane, Farmington. 801-447-8680.
Friday
Alcoholics Anonymous 12-step support group, each Friday, 7 p.m., Hill Air Force Base Chapel Annex, Room 18-19. 801-682-6955.
Layton City Family Night at the Library, 6:30 p.m., Central Branch, 155 N. Wasatch Drive, Layton. Free. Journey through space and enjoy an evening of games, prizes, crafts, storytelling and more.
Free educational series for caregivers offered by The Care for the Caregiver Coalition. Individuals may attend at anytime during the series. Presenters will discuss topics on caregiver issues. The classes are held at noon each Friday at Weber Human Services, 237 26th Street, Ogden. A complementary lunch is provided with an RSVP. For information and to RSVP contact Laurie Favero at 801-625-3866.
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.
Ben Lomond High School Bagpipe Corps will perform a St. Patrick's Day concert at 7 p.m. on March 17 in the Ben Lomond High School auditorium, 1080 9th Street, Ogden. Tickets are $3 at the door. There will be music, dancers, and comedy.
Scout Saturday, Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th Street, Ogden. Sessions are held the third Saturday of each month. Three different sessions will be offered, each lasting 45 minutes. Programs are designed to help scouts fulfill their merit badge requirements. Reservations are required. Call 801-7595 for times, information, and to make a reservation. $5 per scout per session; one leader in uniform per group is free.
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 Street, 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 Street, room E102, Ogden. It offers support from those who understand. Call Gary Empey at 801-731-2583 with any questions.
Support group for parents and family members of addicts, 6:30 p.m., Pleasant Valley Library, 5568 Adams Ave., Washington Terrace. A safe and confidential place to meet with others who are faced with the challenges, heartbreaks, and hopes of their loved one's addiction. Free. For information call Cheryl Scott, 801-510-8998; email: ideaswap2@hotmail.com.
Tuesday
Davis County Youth of Promise, 4 p.m., Utah State University Botanical Center, 725 S. Sego Lily Drive, Kaysville. The group is looking for youth ages 14-18 who want to make a difference in their community. The organization builds leadership skills and provides opportunities to serve beyond your own neighborhood. Please contact Karlene Kidman at karlenelyc@msn.com or call at 801-546-2174 for more information.
"I Express" Toastmasters Club is accepting new members. Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 4:15 p.m., at Village Inn Restaurant, 322 12th Street, Ogden. Toastmasters is an organization of people helping people learn to speak without fear and to become leaders. For information call Heli at 801-773-2065 or Renee at 801-394-2726.
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
Bereavement Education Group offered by Intermountain Homecare for adults who have lost a loved one, meets noon-1 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at Intermountain Homecare, 3776 Wall Ave., Ogden. Free. Classes run in 8-week session; reservations are appreciated. For information about support for children who have suffered a loss or have other questions please call Marcus Uboldi, LCSW at 801-399-1400.
Combined stroke and spinal-cord injury support group, 5 p.m., McKay-Dee Hospital's Education Center, 4401 Harrison Blvd., Ogden (go through patient tower and visitor entrance). 801-387-2281.
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, 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. For information: jonathantking@yahoo.com or cbhotshot47@gmail.com.
Davis County NAMI Family Support Group, 7 p.m., IHC Clinic, 390 N. Main, Bountiful. Family members feel support and understanding as they share their experiences. Free. For more information: jonathantking@yahoo.com or cbhotshot47@gmail.com.
Golden Spike Gem & Mineral Society Meeting, 7 p.m., Wattis-Dumke Room, second floor, Union Station, 25th and Wall Ave. Grab bag fill for our upcoming April show to be held in the Theater Annex with our March meeting. Guests are always welcome to our meetings. Join the club, enjoy the fun field trips, and start a new rock hobby. Questions? 801-648-5060. e-mail:club@goldenspikegem.org at www.goldenspikegem.org.
Grief support group, 6-7:30 p.m., Leavitt's Mortuary Community Room, 836 36th Street, 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 1226, north conference room. Participants will learn to become more competent and comfortable in front of an audience. Contact Craig Odekirk at 801-586-0079 or craigodekirk@hill.af.mil; or Frank Roskelley at 801-825-5300 or frank.roskelley@hotmail.com.
HIV/AIDS support group, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Northern Utah Coalition, Inc., 536 24th Street, Suite 2B, Ogden. Contact Sarah for information at 801-393-4153 or e-mail nuc536@comcast.net
Marine Corps League meeting, 7 p.m., Golden Corral Restaurant, 988 Washington Blvd., Ogden. All Marine veterans, active, reserve and FMF Corpsmen are invited to attend. For information call Ben Setter at 801-525-0147.
Methadone/Suboxone Family Outreach Support Group, 6-7 p.m., Discovery House, 523 W. Heritage Park Blvd., Layton. A group meeting for individuals receiving medication- assisted treatment for opiate dependence. Open forum for those seeking guidance to achieve sobriety over opiates. Open to friends and family. For information call 801-525-9998.
Ostomy Support Group, 6 p.m., McKay-Dee Hospital (room behind the cafeteria), 4401 Harrison Blvd., Ogden. The sales rep from Coloplast will be speaking and sharing new products. Anyone who has been affected by an ostomy is encouraged to attend.
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.
Weber/Ogden NAMI group free information meeting for the public, 7-8 p.m., Pleasant Valley County Library, 5568 Adams Ave., Ogden (across from Ogden Regional hospital).
Yoga Jo's free beginner's Yoga Class, 7:15 p.m, 2120 N. Washington Blvd., North Ogden. Wear comfortable clothing. For information call 801-388-2463, yogajos.com. Preregistration not required but appreciated.
Upcoming
A food drive organized by a third grade student at Majestic Elementary in Ogden will be taking place through April 12. Food donations can be dropped off in the bins located at the following locations: Majestic Elementary, 425 W. 2550 North, North Ogden; Elite Gymnastics, 3183 Harrison Blvd.; Ogden City Police Department, 2186 Lincoln Ave. Ogden; Army Recruiting offices in Ogden, 3585 S. Harrison Blvd. Ogden; Roy City, 5629 S. 1900 West, Roy. Needed items are non-perishables such as canned food and boxed meals, dried beans and peas, pasta, rice, low sugar cereals, peanut butter, baby formula and baby food, canned meats, fruit juices, personal grooming items, cleaning supplies.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) provides free tax prep for those who make less than $57,000. VITA can be located throughout Weber County. We have sites open during a variety of hours and all days except Sunday. If you are making less than $57,000 give 211 a call and they will set you up with a location and get your taxes done. For information call 801-399-9281.
Guided meditations class, 6:30-7:30 p.m., March 21, HCNU Hospice, 2721 N. Hwy. 89, Suite 200, Pleasant View. Please RSVP by calling 801-689-3049.
Rachael Valenzuela from USU Extension Services will share how to use your skillet or frying pan to get a delicious dinner on the table in no time at all, and without a lot of fuss; 4:30-5:30 p.m., March 28, Weber School District Family Resource Center, Club Heights Elementary, 4150 S. 100 East, South Ogden. Recipes and samples will be shared. Free. For information and to register call Renae at 801-452-4256.
Egg-cellent Adventure -- Birds not Bunnies Egg Hunt, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., March 31, Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th Street, Ogden. Cost: $3/members; $5/non-members. Ages: All children and the young at heart. Participants will learn about nesting birds found at the Center and try their hand at bird identification. Nests with painted wooden eggs will be the object of the hunt as you make your way along Nature Center trails. Locate and record your finds from each nest to win a prize. Make and take crafts and bird stuff to explore. RSVP by 5 p.m. by Friday, March 30. Class sizes are limited. Reservations may be made by phone and pay with a credit card or come in person to pay. For information visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org or call 801-621-7595.
Outreach Symposium for professionals who work with family and friends that are affected by another person's drinking, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., March 31, Davis County Library, Bountiful Branch, 725 S. Main Street. This symposium covers information on Al-Anon and Alateen Family Groups. Everyone is invited. For information Janet VanderStappen, 801-776-5065 OR janetfvander@comcast.net
Easter egg hunt, 9 a.m., April 7, Clinton Recreation city soccer/football field, 2050 N. 1500 West. For youth up to 12 years.
Family Karaoke Night, 7 p.m., April 13, May 11, June 8, recreation building, 1651 W. 2300 North, Clinton. For ages 5 and up. Singing and concessions.
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