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.
Bereavement Education Group offered by Intermountain Homecare for adults who have lost a loved one, meets noon-1 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. on the first and third Thursday of each month at Intermountain Homecare, 3776 Wall Ave., Ogden. Free. For information about support for children who have suffered a loss or have other questions, call Sean Horsley, LCSW at 801-622-5159.
SHARE Parents of Utah support group, for anyone who has lost a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or newborn death, 7:30 p.m., Davis Hospital Center, 1600 W. Antelope Drive, Layton. 801-544-1159.
Sunflower Community Garden at 3005 Harrison Blvd. (behind Grounds for Coffee) in partnership with Ogden-Weber Community Action Partnership and United Way of Northern Utah will hold free gardening classes on select Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. through September. For registration and information please contact Dede Fluette at 801-399-9281 Ext. 309.
Friday
Alcoholics Anonymous 12-step support group, each Friday, 7 p.m., Hill Air Force Base Chapel Annex, Room 18-19. 801-682-6955.
Free rapid HIV testing, 8 a.m.-noon and 2-4:30 p.m., 50 E. State Street, Farmington. Walk-ins are welcome. Free HIV tests and other sexually transmitted disease testing is offered at Midtown Community Health Center in partnership with the Davis County Health Department. For more information call 801-451-3661.
Saturday
American Legion Baker-Merrill Post 9 will meet at 10:30 a.m. at 845 W. 24th Street, Ogden, to place the finishing touches on our July 4th Parade float for North Ogden Cherry Days Parade on July 3. Members are encouraged to come on down and help out.
"Beyond the Birth: A 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, 8 a.m.-noon, two Saturdays per month; 6-10 p.m., one Tuesday per month. Registration is $40 per person, or $10 for those age 55 and over who are seeking a reduction in their insurance rate. For information contact the Utah Safety Council at 800-933-5943 or visit www.utahsafetycouncil.org.
Summer Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., Ogden. Free to the entire community. Wildlife presentations from 10-10:45 a.m. each week and nature activity or craft at 1 p.m. each week. For information call 801-621-7595.
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.
Sunday
American Legion Baker-Merrill Post 9 membership will meet at 9 a.m. on July 3 in North Ogden to participate in North Ogden Cherry Days Parade. For information please call Post Commander John Roods at 801-648-8648 or johnroods@comcast.net
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.
Free yoga seven days a week at Yoga Jo's Studio, 2120 N. Washington Blvd. 801-388-2463. All levels and all ages welcome. Monday/Wednesday/Friday/Saturday: 8:45 a.m., Monday-Friday: 5:45 p.m. - occasional 7:15 p.m. classes. Visit website for schedule, yogajos.com
Grief support for parents and siblings, sponsored by Compassionate Friends, 7 p.m., McKay-Dee Hospital Education Wing, Room 4, 4401 Harrison Blvd., Ogden. Free. 801-390-6262.
Northern Utah Coalition offers free hepatitis C, gonorrhea and chlamydia testing 9 a.m.-noon, Monday-Thursday, 536 24th Street, Suite 2B, Ogden. 801-393-4153. www.northernutahcoalition.com.
Weber State University Alumni Association Toastmasters Club is accepting new members. Meetings are held each Monday at noon in the Alumni building on campus. Parking available on the west side of the building. Contact Joyce at 801-626-7480 or Shirley at 801-393-4836 for information.
The Weber/Ogden NAMI support group for families with those of mental disorders, 6:30 p.m., Weber Human Services, 237 26th Street, Room 102, Ogden. We offer a secure environment for those who care to share their experiences with others. Visit www.namiut.org/weberogden or call the office at 801-625-3714 or Gary Empey at 801-731-2583 for information. Weber/Ogden NAMI office is located in the Weber Human Services building, Room 151.
Tuesday
Blue Star Mothers, a service and support group of mothers of military, 7-8 p.m., Weber County Pleasant Valley Branch, 5568 S. Adams. For information, call Merri at 801-499-7189
Divorce Care recovery seminar and support group, 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.
HIV rapid testing (finger stick) with results in 15 minutes, noon-5 p.m., Northern Utah Coalition, 536 24th Street, Suite 2B, Ogden. Free. 801-393-4153. www.northernutahcoalition.com.
"I Express" Toastmasters Club is accepting new members. Meetings are held at 4:15 p.m. at Village Inn Restaurant, 322 12th St., 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.
La Leche Cafe for nursing mothers, 6:30-8 p.m., Clearfield Library, 562 S. 1000 East, Clearfield. Have questions answered, get personalized help, and chat with La Leche League leaders and other mothers. For information call 801-678-0969.
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, 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 meet weekly for 90 minutes. Support groups are open to all adults with mental illness, regardless of diagnosis. For information: jonathantking@yahoo.com or cbhotshot47@gmail.com.
Davis County NAMI Family Support Group, 7 p.m., 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 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.
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.
HIV/AIDS support group, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Northern Utah Coalition, Inc., 536 24th St., Suite 2B, Ogden. Contact Sarah for information at 801-393-4153 or e-mail nuc536@comcast.net
La Leche League of Weber/Davis support group for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, 10 a.m., Layton Hills Baptist Church, 1332 N. Hill Field Road. Call Caryn at 801-292-1419 for information.
Man to Man support group, 7 p.m., Ogden Regional Cancer Treatment Center (emergency room entrance), 5475 S. 500 East, South Ogden. A forum for men and their loved ones to learn about diagnosis, treatment options, life after treatment and emotional support for prostate cancer. 801-479-2570.
Men's prostate cancer support group, 7 p.m., Val Browning Cancer Center, Ogden Regional Medical Center, 5475 S. 500 East. This is a forum for men and their loved ones to learn about diagnosis, treatment options, life after treatment and emotional support. 801-479-2570.
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.
Single Mingle Social and Ballroom Dance Class, 8-10 p.m., 3221 S. Hwy. 89, Bountiful. $3 per person. For information call Sherri at 801-916-2156.
Support group for survivors experiencing trauma issues related to rape or sexual assault, 5-6:30 p.m., Your Community Connection, 2261 Adams Ave., Room 210B, Ogden. Free. Registration 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 to learn about chapters in your area, call 800-932-8677, or visit www.tops.org.
Wildlife Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m., Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th Street, 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
Second annual Tour De Mountain Green, Saturday, July 10, Snow Basin Resort, 3925 Snow Basin Road, Huntsville. The entire day consists of road and mountain biking, walking/running, canoeing, tubing the Weber river, hiking followed by a picnic/barbecue and raffle in The Meadow at Snowbasin Ski Resort. For information regarding activities, times, participation or to become a sponsor, visit us at www.tourdemtngreen.com.
32nd annual Lindquist Family Symphony Pops and Fireworks hosted by Weber State University, featuring the New American Philharmonic Orchestra with conductor David Van Alstyne, 9 p.m., July 11, Ada Lindquist Plaza and pond area. Free. 801-626-6573.
"The King and I", 7 p.m., July 13-17, Woodland Park Amphitheater, 300 S. 200 East, Farmington. $5 per person or $20 per family. Performed for the first time in the area on Farmington City's Woodland Park Amphitheater. Tickets can be purchased in person at Farmington City Parks and Recreation, 720 W. 100 North, or by calling 801-451-0953.
Babysitter's Training Course, 1-4 p.m., July 14 and 15. Each class session includes fast-paced hands-on activities, exciting videos, role-plays and lively discussions. At the end of the course students will receive a babysitter's training certificate from the American Red Cross. Classes will be held at the Layton City Parks and Recreation office, 465 N. Wasatch Drive. Class fee is $40. Register online at www.laytoncity.org or at the parks and recreation office. Call 801-336-3924 for information.
Leadership Pathways Toastmasters Club and The Energizers Toastmasters Club will host an open-house meeting from 9:30-11:30 a.m. on July 19, in the Clearfield campus of The University of Phoenix (2nd floor), 1366 Legend Hills Drive, Clearfield. The special meeting will begin at 10 a.m. Residents may contact Dick Carr at (435) 734-2300.
Bonneville High School Class of '70 Reunion, 6:30-10 p.m., July 30, Bonneville High School, 251 E. Laker Way, Ogden. There will be a golf tournament at 10 a.m. on July 31, with dinner and dancing from 6-10 p.m. at David Eccles Conference Center, 2415 Washington Blvd., Ogden. For information visit www.lakerclassof70.myevent.com, or contact Karen Gardner Johnson, 801-726-4501, kkarenj@msn.com, or Denise Johnson Green, 801-778-2233, denise@dakcs.com.
Weber High School Class of 1960 will hold its 50-year reunion on Aug. 6-7. For more information, call Curtis at 801-391-8628.
Weber Basin Water Conservancy District garden and conservation classes, Aug. 21, Sept. 1, Sept. 15, Sept. 22. The learning garden is open daily from 8-8 p.m. and is free to the public. For information regarding times visit www.weberbasin.com.
Ben Lomond Class of 1955 will hold its 55th reunion on Aug. 27 with a golf tournament and lunch. On Aug. 28 there will be a brunch at Ben Lomond High School with a tour of the newly-remodeled building, with a picnic in the afternoon. The reunion committee is looking for lost classmates. For information call Gary Kapp at 801-737-0437.
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