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
9/12 meeting, 7 p.m., Christian Heritage High School, 5120 S. 1050 West, Riverdale. Topic: Financial markets, how current and planned government policies affect the financial markets. Speaker: Scott Simpson, president of the Utah League of Credit Unions. Come and learn and ask questions. To ensure adequate seating, please RSVP at Weber 912.com and click on Meetup or call Sylvia Salisbury at 801-399-4920
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.
Breast cancer support group, 7 p.m., Ogden Regional Cancer Treatment Center (emergency room entrance), 5475 S. 500 East, South Ogden. Open to women and their loved ones to learn about emotional support, diagnosis, treatment options, and life beyond treatment. 801-479-2570.
Clothing Swap for all ages, 6-8 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church, 705 23rd Street, Ogden. Bring clothes for adults and children. You can trade as many clothes as you bring so if you have 30 articles of clothing with you then you can go and pick 30 to take home with you. As we have no way to clean clothing that night all clothing must be clean (fresh out of the washer and dryer) and in good repair. We will also be swapping school supplies so bring your extra paper, pencils, back packs, calculators, crayons etc. We are also looking for volunteers to help with set up and cleaning up afterwards. For information contact Stephanie at stephfrogs@yahoo.com or Heidi at heideleigh@hotmail.com.
Diabetes Support Group, 7 p.m., Diabetes Care Center, Robert F. Bitner Building on Davis Hospital campus, 2132 N. 1700 West, Suite B150, Layton. The meetings will be facilitated by Charles M. Berglund, MSW, CSW. Topics include diabetic foot care, eye care, and advanced carbohydrate counting. For questions or additional information regarding the Diabetes Support Group call Cindy at 801-807-7360.
Men and Fathers for Justice meeting, 7:30 p.m., Weber County Library, 2464 Jefferson Ave., Ogden. 801-776-4766, 801-510-0503 or www.mf4j.org.
Mount Ogden Toastmasters Club No. 1614 welcomes new and former members. Meetings are held the second and fourth Thursday at 6:30 p.m., at Village Inn, 1780 W. 5600 South, Roy. Contact Emma Smith at 801-825-3423.
"Stretch Your Bucks" debt classes by Cottages of Hope, 2724 S. Washington Blvd., Ogden. Free to the public. For times of classes and information to enroll call 801-393-4011.
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. If weather is in climate we will meet inside. For registration and please contact Dede Fluette at 801-399-9281 Ext. 309.
The Beehive Rock and Gem Club, 7 p.m., Ogden-Hinkley Airport Terminal, 3900 S. Airport Road, Ogden. Field trips are planned, door prizes are given, and each meeting a different program topic is presented. For information visit www.beehiverockandgem.com or call the president, Dan Siler, at 801-737-3013.
Friday
Alcoholics Anonymous 12-step support group, each Friday, 7 p.m., Hill Air Force Base Chapel Annex, Room 18-19. 801-682-6955.
Cache Valley Celtic Festival and Highland Games, 5-9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 27 and 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 29, American West Heritage Center, Highway 89, Wellsville. Highland athletic competitions, piping competitions and performances, clan and family booths, historical/cultural presentations, food and merchant vendors. $7 for adults; $3 for children. For tickets and more information see Utahscots.org and AWHC.org.
Habitat for Humanity of Weber and Davis Counties will host a groundbreaking ceremony to kick-off our new home building project located at 706 E. 2100 South, Ogden, 5:30 pm., Aug. 27. This is a great opportunity for the community and volunteers to learn about this project. Habitat for Humanity of Weber and Davis Counties has recently selected two new partner families, one of which will receive this new home (Cora Miller and her four children) and the other (Elizabeth Guerrero and her two children) will receive the nearly completed rehab project at 128 Doxey Street, Ogden, after they have completed all of the "Sweat Equity" hours and other requirements necessary to complete the program. Both families will be on-site for everyone to meet. Building Better Communities will also host a luau celebration and fund raiser immediately following the groundbreaking ceremony, 6-9 p.m. at the Sustainable Building Center, 2236 Washington Blvd. Barbecue and refreshments will be provided along with some fun activities for the family for a suggested donation of $10 per person or $25 for up to a family of five.
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. 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 Renee Gushen at 801-394-2726.
The 35th annual Retiree Appreciation Day will be held 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 27 at Club Hill Ballroom, Hill AFB. The event will provide resources and information for all military retirees and their families. Guest speaker will be Rick Jones, a legislative analyst for the National Association for the Uniformed Services. There will be exhibits from base facilities including the clinic, Tri-Care, commissary and Hill Aerospace Museum. Exhibits will include blood pressure screening, a massage clinic and Defense Finance and Accounting Service representative will be available with laptops to fix or update attendees' accounts right there. Retirees of all military branches and their families are invited. For more information on Retiree Appreciation Day or other Retiree Activities Office services, call 801-777-5735 or visit www.hill.af.mil.
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.
Clinton Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, each Saturday through Sept. 25, Veterans' Park, 1000 W. 1800 North, Clinton.
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. 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.
Fremont High School cheerleaders will hold a rummage sale and car wash beginning at 7 a.m. at 1100 N., 2000 West, Farr West, to raise money for cheerleader activities. The car wash begins at 10 a.m. Call Lori Hickman for information or to make donations for the rummage sale, 801-564-5674.
Ogden High School class of 1944 is holding its last high school reunion, 3 p.m., 1750 Monroe Blvd., MTC Park, Ogden. A picnic lunch will be served at 4 p.m. A $20 donation is requested but not required.
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, it is the first and only self-help program for women only and its precepts take into account the special problems women have in recovery - the need for feelings of self-value and self-worth, and the need to expatiate feelings of guilt and humiliation. 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 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.
Northern Utah Coalition offers free gonorrhea and chlamydia testing noon-5 p.m., Monday-Thursday, 536 24th St. Suite 2B, Ogden. Northern Utah Coalition is not at this time offering Hepatitis C testing. 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
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.
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.
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. Open forum for those seeking guidance to achieve and maintain sobriety over opiates. Open to friends and family. For information call 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.
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.
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 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. All groups are confidential and participants can share as much or as little personal information as they wish. Support groups are open to all adults with mental illness, regardless of diagnosis. 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.
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.
Intermountain Homecare offers a bereavement education group for adults who have lost a loved one. The group will meet from 12-1 p.m., the first and third Wednesday of each month through Jan. 19., Homecare office, 3776 Wall Ave., Ogden. For information about support for children who have suffered a loss or have other questions call Sean Horsley at 801-622-5159.
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
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, 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 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
Saddle String performance and 4-H fundraising barbecue dinner, Sept. 3, Sandridge Park, 4400 S. 2100 West, Roy. The event is conducted by the Utah Commitment to Agriculture Foundation to raise funds to support 4-H scholarships and events. The meal includes choice of beef brisket or pulled pork, catered by Texas Pride BBQ, Dutch oven potatoes, fruit and vegetables, roll, dessert and drink, and will be served from 5:30-7:30 p.m., with entertainment from 5:30 - 8 p.m. Guests may also enjoy seeing 4-H exhibits and project demonstrations. Tickets in advance are $10 for adults; $6 for youth. Tickets are available from local 4-H club members, Weber County 4-H office (399-8202) or Utah Commitment to Agriculture Foundation (927-7702).
Alive Concert, 7 p.m., Sept. 7, Christian Heritage High Schoo, 4120 S. 1050 West, Riverdale. "Just Dance" group and music. Guest speaker, Brent Hinsley.
"Find Me" presented by Ogden Area Family History Conference, 9 a.m., Sept. 11, WSU Shepherd Union Bldg. Register from 7-8:45 a.m. Free admission. Keynote speaker will be Ron Tanner. Over 70 different classes will be offered and numerous vendors will be present. Class schedule available at orfhc.org
Basics, a 6-week course that covers the fundamentals of caring for you, your family and your young child/teenager with mental illness, 7-9 p.m., Sept. 15, Weber Human Services, 237 26th Street, room 232. Topics include: biology of mental illness, getting an accurate diagnosis, treatment options, communication skills, problem-solving, crisis preparation and response, handling challenging behavior, and record-keeping. Please call NAMI Weber Affiliate office at 801-625-3714 with any questions and to reserve your spot in these classes so that we may be prepared with adequate class materials. The office is located in the Weber Human Services building in Room 151 and is staffed Monday-Friday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
OFFER Educational Conference for Patients with Fibromyalgia, 1-4:30 p.m., Sept. 11 (parking/registration 12-1 p.m.), Downtown Marriott, 75 South West Temple, Salt Lake City. Conference features Dr. Lucinda Bateman, Founder and Executive Director of OFFER and Lynne Matallana, President and Founder of the National Fibromyalgia Association. Fibromyalgia is often called an "invisible" illness because the people who have it typically do not look sick. But for them, something as simple as a hug or a handshake can be painful. It can have a significant effect on a sufferer's life. The conference is designed to help inform people about the signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia, its diagnosis and how one can live with and manage the condition. To learn more about the patient conference and attend, please visit www.offerutah.org. $20 registration before Sept. 8; $30 after. For information call 801-531-0800.
B.R.I.D.G.E.S. (Building Recovery of Individual Dreams and Goals through Education and Support), a 10-week course for consumers of mental health services and those interested in establishing and maintaining their wellness and recovery, begins Thursday, Sept. 16, from 7-9 p.m. at Weber Human Services, 237 26th Street, Ogden, room 245. Topics include: brain biology and mental illness, medications review, schizophrenia and mood disorders, anxiety disorders, problem-solving and communication, building support and crisis avoidance planning, community support services, healthy living and whole-body healing. It is a peer-to-peer class taught by trained individuals who have personal experience with mental illness. Please call NAMI Weber Affiliate office at 801-625-3714 with any questions and to reserve your spot in these classes so that we may be prepared with adequate class materials.
Family-To-Family, a 12-week course for families and friends of people who have mental illness, begins Sept. 16, from 7-9 p.m. at Weber Human Services, 237 26th Street, Ogden, in the auditorium on the third floor. Family members can unite together to support each other and receive valuable education about signs and symptoms of mental illness, medications, emotional stages of reaction to the illness, effective coping skills, problem-solving, empathy, communication skills, recovery and advocacy. Please call NAMI Weber Affiliate office at 801-625-3714 with any questions and to reserve your spot in these classes so that we may be prepared with adequate class materials. The office is located in the Weber Human Services building in Room 151 and is staffed Monday-Friday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Great Salt Lake Audubon 9th Annual Gala Fundraiser, 6-9 p.m., Sept. 16, Episcopal Church Center of Utah, 75 S. 100 East, Salt Lake City.
Issued August 9, 2010. The theme of this year's event is "Bucks for Birds". Gala activities include a social hour with a silent auction, a sit-down dinner with a raffle and "Heads and Tails" game, and a live auction. Proceeds from the gala support GSLA activities throughout the year. The cost for the Gala is $45 per person and $500 for a table of eight. Tickets are available though the registration form on website, www.greatsaltlakeaudubon.org or by calling 801-521-2939.
Ogden High School Class of 1970 will hold its 40th reunion. The reunion organizing committee is planning the 40th reunion on Sept. 17 and 18. All 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 as well.
25th Annual Wildwoods BASH by Ogden Nature Center, 5 p.m., Sept. 18, in the glen behind the visitor center at Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th Street. The evening includes supper by favorite local chefs, live jazz and an auction of outdoor gear, nature art, fun experiences and other nature-related items. This year's auction will include: an original oil painting by Doug Braithwaite and other original works of art, a home composter, gold status, limited edition photograph by Thomas Mangelson, hand-knit scarves and jewelry by local artists, over night stay for a party of up to 12 people at Ogden Nature Center's tree house, outdoor adventures both far away and close to home, and awesome outdoor gear by Patagonia. Dinner will be catered. Proceeds support Ogden Nature Center's environmental education programs for school children, nature programs for the community and two nature preserves, totaling over 175 acres of open space. Tickets are $60 per person. For information or to reserve tickets call 801-621-7595 or send an e-mail to info@ogdennaturecenter.org.
Northern Utah Women's Conference, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Sept. 18, Davis Applied Technology Center, 550 E. 300 South, Kaysville. Pre-register by Sept. 6. pre-registration is $30; day of event registration: $38. For information call Sylvia, 801-773-4557 or visit www.northernutahwomen.com for information about workshops and guest speaker Adrienne Gillespie.
Bonneville High School class of 1965 will hold a 45-year reunion on Saturday, Sept. 18, at the South Ogden Park, 555 39th Street, Ogden, beginning at 4 p.m. with dinner served at 6 p.m. The cost will be $15 per person. Please call John Massey 801-451-5077 or Jill Wallace Ewing at 801-278-0856 to make a reservation or obtain more information.
Multi-class Reunion planned for Ben Lomond High School for classes of: 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 and 1967 on Sept. 18. For details go to www.blhs65.com.
Plain City Elementary Walk-a-thon and Silent Auction, 4 p.m.-7 p.m., Sept. 23, at the Plain City Town Square. Our only fundraiser for the school year, it will raise vital money for Plain City Elementary. As part of a company's donation, we will include acknowledgement of the company's support on a large sign prominently displayed at our event. If you have any questions concerning your donation contact Monica Jenkins, 801-540-6325.
Utah Depression Recovery CEU Conference, 17 CEU's for LCSW's, 17 CEU's for psychologists and nurses, Sept. 24-25, Salt Palace Convention Center. Cost: $79 for LCSW's, $104 for psychologists and nurses. This conference focuses on various methods of depression healing, encouraging a comprehensive approach. Speakers include a variety of professionals who work with healing depression. For information see: www.iie-edu.org.
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