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.
ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) support group, 6 p.m., Weber County Library Southwest Branch, 1950 W. 4800 South, Roy. (801) 776-2342 or 801-546-0898.
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. If you want information about support for children who have suffered a loss or have other questions please call Sean Horsley, LCSW at 801-622-5159.
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 help 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.
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 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.
WSU-GSBE Toastmaster Club No. 7156, 11:45 a.m., second and fourth Friday of each month, Wattis Building Room 218, 1218 University Way, Weber State University, Ogden. Accepting new members. For information call Shelly Bellflower at 801-626-8610 or Renee Gushen at 801-394-2726.
Saturday
"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 for individuals in the Ogden area, 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 or to register contact the Utah Safety Council at 800-933-5943 or visit www.utahsafetycouncil.org.
Free Chakra yoga class, 8:45 a.m., Yoga Jo's Studio, 2120 N. Washington Blvd., North Ogden. For information see yogajos.com, or call 801-388-2463. This is the first of seven classes being held that focus on poses to support and activate your Root Chakra. Wear red this week. Taught by Tylin.
Leadership Pathways Toastmasters Club and The Energizers Toastmasters Club will host an open-house meeting, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Clearfield Campus of The University of Phoenix (second floor), 1366 Legend Hills Drive, Clearfield. The special meeting will begin at 10 a.m. Residents may contact Dick Carr at 435-734-2300 or Joyce Tolliver at 801-626-7480 for more information. A complete Toastmasters club meeting will be conducted with prepared and impromptu speeches and speech evaluations. The open house kicks off a series community activities the clubs are conducting.
Summer Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., Ogden. Free. Wildlife presentations from 10-10:45 a.m. every 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 nonprofit 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
Bear River Heritage July meeting for council members, community and business representatives, and general public, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Hosted by Judy Holbrook, Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau, in Fish Haven, Idaho, at Bear Lake West. Participants will order off the menu at Cooper's Restaurant at Bear Lake West. Menu items range in price from $8-$12. RSVP by July 14. See www.bearriverheritage.com or call 435-713-1426
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.
Northern Utah Coalition offers free hepatitis C, gonorrhea and chlamydia testing 9 a.m.-noon, Monday-Thursday, 536 24th St. Suite 2B, Ogden. 801-393-4153. www.northernutahcoalition.com.
Weber State University Alumni Association (WSUAA) 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
American Legion Baker-Merrill Post 9 will conduct their monthly Post Executive Committee meeting at 6:30 p.m., July 20, at 845 24th St., Ogden. Any questions or comments please contact Post Commander John Roods at 801-648-8648 or johnroods@comcast.net.
Davis County Youth of Promise, 4 p.m., Utah State University Botanical Center, 725 S. Sego Lily Drive, Kaysville (east side of 50 West near the ponds). The group is looking for youth ages 14-19 who want to make a difference in their community. For information, contact Margaret Wahlstrom at 801-544-0747 or Karlene Kidman at 801-546-2174.
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.
Methadone/Suboxone anonymous support group, 6:30 p.m., each Tuesday, Discovery House, 523 W. Heritage Park Blvd., Layton. A group meeting based on 12-steps for individuals receiving medication-assisted treatment for opiate dependence. 801-525-9998.
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.
Layton City Main Street Band practice for all ages and skill levels, 6:30 p.m., Central Davis Junior High, 633 Church St. 801-336-3924.
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 $3 per month chapter fee.
Wednesday
Davis County NAMI family support group, 7 p.m., first and third Wednesday, IHC Clinic, 390 N. Main St., Bountiful. Family members feel support and understanding as they share their experiences. Free. 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 1225, north conference room. Participants will learn to become more competent and comfortable in front of an audience. Contact Scott Williams at 801-586-7269 or scott.williams@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.
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.
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.
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, but registration is required; 801-689-1737.
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.
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.
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. Meets third Wednesday each month. For information, call Ben Setter at 801-525-0147.
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 meet weekly for 90 minutes. Support groups are open to all adults with mental illness, regardless of diagnosis. For more information: jonathantking@yahoo.com or cbhotshot47@gmail.com.
Alzheimer's support group, 6-7 p.m., Mountain Ridge Assisted Living, 1885 E. Skyline Drive, South Ogden. Day care provided. 801-475-5111.
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.
Conversation Café, 7-8:30 p.m., Weber County Library, 2464 Jefferson Ave. Join us in the subtle art of conversation; topics will vary. Free. 801-726-6308.
Golden Spike Gem & Mineral Society meeting, 7 p.m., third Wednesday each month except April, Sept. and Dec., Wattis-Dumke Room, second floor, Union Station, 25th and Wall Ave. Guests are always welcome. Join the club, go on field trips, and begin a rock hobby. For information call 801-648-5060 or e-mail club@goldenspikegem.org or www.goldenspikegem.org.
Ostomy support group "Meet and Eat", 6 p.m., McKay-Dee Hospital (room behind the cafeteria), 4401 Harrison Blvd., Ogden. We meet in the room behind the cafeteria. J.Q. Medical Supply from Salt Lake will be presenting. If you've been affected by an ostomy, please join with us.
The Weber/Ogden NAMI group free information meeting for the public, 7-8 p.m., the third Wednesday of each month at the Pleasant Valley County Library, 5568 Adams Ave., Ogden (across from Ogden Regional hospital).
Upcoming
The American Legion Baker-Merrill Post 9 will meet at the Post home starting at 10:30 a.m. on July 23 to prepare the Pioneer Day float. Any and all members willing to work on the float will be welcomed. Any question or concerns please contact Post Commander John Roods at 801-648-8648 or Vice Commander George Donahue at geo3745@gmail.com.
Heritage Place Assisted Living Fundraising Party for nonprofit Senior Housing Assistance Association, July 23. Party is at 2 p.m., dinner will be at 4:30 p.m. and parade will begin at 6 p.m. at Heritage Place Assisted Living, 1150 S. Main St., Bountiful. Entertainment is free. Games and food may be purchased with tickets for $1. Games will include a world record attempt to create the most homemade root beer ever made at one time. Entertainment will include live country western music and a cowboy magician. Food will include hot dogs, chips, drinks, cookies, and carrots. Prizes will be given at games and an old-fashioned raffle will be held. The grand prize will be a new iPod. All funds raised will be used to improve the quality of life for seniors who are unable to pay for appropriate living accommodations.
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 additional 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.
North Ogden Arts Festival, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., July 31, North Ogden Park, 500 E. 2650 North. Free admission. Art for purchase, children's art yard, community art project, silent auction, entertainment, food booths.
Ben Lomond Class of 1970 40th reunion held with golf tournament, Aug. 6 and 7. Ben Lomond reunion organizers are looking for graduates from the class of 1970 to attend. The reunion will be held in conjunction with the school's annual alumni golf tournament on Aug. 7 at Mt. Ogden Golf Course. The Aug. 6 event will be a classmates gathering at Comfort Suites. 2250 S. 1200 West and the formal dinner will be at the Timbermine Restaurant on Aug. 7 at 6:30 p.m. The golf tournament is for all Ben Lomond graduates from any year and is $80 per person, breakfast and lunch provided. To sign up for the golf tournament contact Mikel Vause at (801) 725-3113 and for information on the reunion go to http://rbhilton.com/BL70in2010
Weber High School Class of 1960 will hold their 50-year reunion on Aug. 6-7. For more information, call Curtis at 801-391-8628.
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.
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.
"Hooray for Hollywood" Big Band dinner and show, 7 p.m., Sept. 8, 9, 10 and 11, Utah State University Taggart Student Center ballroom, old main hill, Logan. Dinner is at 7 p.m., show is at 8 p.m., and dance at 9:30 p.m. The harmonies of the Celebrate America Singers with the Larry Smith Orchestra along with the amazing dancers return with a show that will take you back in time to experience entertainment circa 1942 at Hollywood's famous Coconut Grove. Get your tickets today www.celebrateamericashow.com or call USU's Caine School of the Arts Box Office 435-797-8022. For information call 435-753-1551.
Ogden High School Class of 1970 40th reunion, Sept. 17 and 18. Classmates are encouraged to update their contact information, including e-mail addresses and phone numbers with mailing address, at ohs1970@comcast.net or 801-475-4470. Please register at www.ogdenhighschool.com and look for updated reunion information on Facebook.
Bonneville High School class of 1965 45-year reunion Sept. 18, at South Ogden Park, 555 39th Street, Ogden, beginning at 4 p.m. with dinner served at 6 p.m. Cost is $15 per person. Call John Massey 801-451-5077 or Jill Wallace Ewing at 801-278-0856 to make a reservation or obtain more information.
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