Northern Utah Living: 3 events to check out this week (Oct. 31-Nov. 8)
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- Fall colors are beginning to blanket the mountains around Ogden in this undated photo.
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- Western Pacific No. 3002 — a GP35 diesel-electric locomotive built in 1963 shown in this undated photo following its recent repainting — is part of the Utah State Railroad Museum’s collection at Union Station in Ogden.
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- American flags are lined up near a poster of Major Brent Taylor during a fundraiser for the Major Brent Taylor Leadership Legacy Foundation at North Ogden Park in North Ogden on Saturday, July 6, 2019.
The full Northern Utah calendar of events is on L4, but here are three local events you should check out this week:
1. Trails Foundation of Northern Utah presents: Ogden Mountain Film Festival
Peery’s Egyptian Theatre, Ogden, Nov. 5, 7-9 p.m.
If you love this Wasatch Range that makes for such beautiful scenery here in our neighborhood, then this festival will be perfect for you. The event website says: “The Ogden Mountain Film Festival is gearing up to celebrate the adventures and breathtaking landscapes of Ogden, Utah! Presented by the Trails Foundation of Northern Utah, OMFF will showcase short films that capture the heart-pounding excitement and sheer beauty of exploring our local mountains. These films are not just about the thrill; they’re about preserving our natural playground for generations to come.”
For more information, go to ogdenpet.com.
2. Train Depot 100th Birthday
Morgan Depot, Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Railroads shaped the history of Northern Utah in so many ways, a heritage that is remembered in many different celebrations. This week will be a special ceremony honoring the 100th birthday of the train depot in Morgan. The “Come celebrate the 100th Birthday of our historic train depot. A free event for the whole family. Score free cupcakes (while they last) and join in for the community art project and put your piece on Morgan history. Enjoy other games and stay to win prizes!”
For more information, go to historicalsociety.morgancountyutah.gov.
3. The Major Brent Taylor Leadership Legacy Gala
Ogden Eccles Conference Center, Nov. 6, 6-9 p.m.
The Major Brent Taylor Foundation has become a symbol in Northern Utah of resilience and honoring those who served our country. The organization will hold its big event prior to Veteran’s Day. It’s website says: “The Leadership Legacy Gala is the Major Brent Taylor Foundation’s premier annual event. It is a night filled with reverence, celebration, and purpose. Held each November in honor of Veterans Day, the Gala brings together military families, civic leaders, students, donors, and community members who share a commitment to honoring those who serve and raising up the next generation of leaders.”
For more information, go to majorbrenttaylor.com.
