Community Spectrum March 2010

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AMERICAN FORK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND PLEASANT GROVE BUSINESS ALLIANCE

AF CHAMBER American Fork Chamber of Commerce is proud to serve its members and community citizens through Monthly Chamber Luncheons, Women in Business Conferences, Golf Tournaments, Halloween Fun Runs, Food Drives, Pancakes and Politics and many more events.

AF Chamber Contact Information: Where: 51 E. Main St., American Fork, UT 84003 Phone: (801) 756-5110 Online: www.afchamber.org Email: chamber@afcity.net • Director: Debby Lauret, American Fork City • Economic Development director • President: Corrie Ence, Ence and Gray LLC • Chamber Elect 2011: Michael Olson, American Fork Hospital (IHC)

Board of Directors: • Ryan Hunter, Bank of American Fork • Michael Olson, American Fork Hospital • Annette Scott, Costco • Cookie Conrad, Custom Tailoring • Lane Kiriyama, Wahoo Studios • Dick Loveless, RJL Wire • Dr. Eric Lee, Utah Spine Institute • Dr. David Kimball, Kimball Chiropractic • Larry Gray, Ence and Gray Accounting LLC • Corrie Ence, Ence and Gray Accounting LLC • John Dougall, Consultant and state legislator • Jonathan Heaton, American National Insurance

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The Grove Theatre is a central part of Pleasant Grove’s downtown area.

Get to know the Grove Theatre The Grove Theatre is located at 20 S. Main St. in Pleasant Grove. The Grove has been the architectural centerpiece of Pleasant Grove’s Main Street for many decades. Don and Susan Cosney are looking forward to making the theater the entertainment center of Pleasant Grove and the surrounding communities.

The Cosneys come to the theater with an extensive background in entertainment.

They have appeared in film, television and on stage, with more than 35 plays locally (as both

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actors and directors) and more than 100 films and commercials to their combined credit.

They have worked in the industry both in Los Angeles and Utah. Their plans for the Grove Theatre include varied activities.

Currently they plan on having variety shows and plays on Friday and Saturday nights.

Monday nights will be open for family activities at the theater. Tuesdays will be “education nights� with workshops and seminars.

Wednesday is Talent Search and Thursday is

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These two nights are for reserved for the public — that means you — to come and share your talents.

In February Don began conducting a sixweek acting workshop. Don feels he has 50 years of working as an actor to share.

For more information regarding future shows, workshops and auditions, call Susan at (801) 885-9512.

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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS Pleasant Grove Appoints New City Administrator It’s been a few weeks on the job and new city administrator Scott Darrington is just starting to get settled in.

Darrington comes to Pleasant Grove with several years of experience. He grew up in Afton, Wyo., watching his father serve in the city. Later, he took the reins as the city administrator there before moving to South Ogden where, again, he was the city administrator. “I’ve got 10 years of experience in city management,” said Darrington. “I have a good feel for how a city should operate.”

Darrington fills the position left vacant

by Frank Mills, who retired at the end of 2009. He was selected from a pool of several applicants by a committee of Master of Public Administration students from BYU. His job is to implement the vision of the mayor and City Council members.

“My job is to make sure that vision happens,” said Darrington. “The longer I’m here, the better vision I will have.”

Darrington brings his experience and pleasant personality to the already friendly community. He said the city is running great; it’s not broken. He brings

new, fresh ideas hoping to make an even better city.

Darrington chose Pleasant Grove because of it’s quaint and warm community.

“I’m excited to be here,” Darrington said. “It’s a great community.”

He is impressed with the economic development possibilities. Pleasant Grove city has great potential, according to Darrington.

“Pleasant Grove has good people; very friendly,” said Darrington. “I hope that is a trademark of Pleasant Grove.”

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KIDS AREN’T THE ONLY ONES GROWING IN NORTH UTAH COUNTY

AMERICAN FORK HOSPITAL HAS EXPANDED ITS PEDIATRIC SERVICES

AMERICAN FORK HOSPITAL RECENTLY EXPANDED ITS PEDIATRIC SERVICES to better meet the needs of children in the growing community. Some of these

services include: t PEDIATRIC SEDATION. This new program allows children to be safely sedated by anesthesia teams before being poked with any needles. The child’s experience is calm, safe and pleasant. t THE PRE-OP HOP. This program helps put children and their parents at ease leading up to a child’s procedure. The Pre-op Hop allows them the opportunity to tour the hospital and ask questions about their planned stay before their visit. t CHILD LIFE SPECIALISTS. These specialists work as liaisons between parents and qualified medical teams to comfort and prepare children for hospital procedures through a number of activities.

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AROUND TOWN Things are Looking Up Downtown!

Many Pleasant Grove residents drive through their quaint downtown area, Main Street, every day and might not realize the history behind this fun and historical street.

You might wonder, why doesn’t this street have more people visiting its sites such as the historic downtown clock, the secondoldest bar in the state, and Utah’s first Indian battle marker, just to name a few? You might not have even known that this street had historic sites.

Why isn’t there more shopping and dining?

These are a few questions Veronica Chapman contemplated as she relocated her business, Pro Digital Photos, to 79 S. Main St. While Chapman was contemplating these

questions, Pleasant Grove city approached her with the opportunity to help market downtown Main Street.

They had seen her own success stories with Pro Digital Photos and knew they could benefit from her expertise. She couldn’t resist their offer, as marketing is what she is passionate about. Chapman realizes that this community is in need of businesses that offer value in their products.

She also realizes that businesses fail every day for all kinds of reasons, from inferior quality to poor promotion.

Chapman says that success comes from research, focus, discipline, and lots of hard work.

With a wide variety of businesses on Main Street, she realized that every

Speaker Workshop Celebrates 100 Years of Scouting

World-class speaking professionals are teaming up in a fund raising effort to raise funds for local Boy Scouts of American programs in a professional speaking workshop to benefit the scouting program, which is celebrating its 100th year.

The Mountain West Chapter of the National Speakers Association extends an open invitation to a special one-day seminar and workshop on March 17 from 1-9 p.m.

The event will be held in the 18th-floor Founder’s Room of the Zions Bank tower on the southeast corner of Main Street and South Temple in downtown Salt Lake.

The seminar, “U-Can-Speak (Speaking to Your Success.),” offers valuable and unique presentation and communication tools to both business professionals with years of experience or an apprentice just beginning to learn the basics of professional speaking, while providing an opportunity to learn from some of the best speakers in the business.

“People judge us daily based upon how well we present ourselves. What makes an effective communicator is a mastery skills,” said Marty Van Hill, professional speaker and event organizer. “These crucial skills are some of what you will learn at ‘Speaking to

Your Success!’ ” The Mountain West Chapter wants to share the skills and knowledge of some of its most accomplished members with the community.

The National Speakers Association is the authoritative source for speaking expertise throughout the country and most of the world. NSA Mountain West is presenting this U-Can-Speak program as a public service.

They invite all business professionals to come and invest a day of learning from worldclass speaking professionals while also supporting Scouting’s 100th year.

“The Boy Scouts of America has provided incredible value to the youth of America for the past 100 years; with your support and NSA, we can help invest in their next 100 years” said Van Hill. The Mountain West Chapter of the National Speakers Association will contribute 100 percent of all tuition and fees to the Boy Scouts of America.

Registration Fees are $97 if paid before March 17 or $147 at the door. Visit www. utahscouts.org/ucanspeak for registration information or contact Tina at tmballenger@ nsautah.com.

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She has already hosted her first monthly meeting with many business owners that are all taking action in this project. While the strategies Chapman is implementing in her monthly meetings are simple, her main focus is to get more people visiting downtown Main Street.

Chapman isn’t ready to tell all of her secrets she has up her sleeve for Main Street, but she sure has a lot of enthusiasm for what the future of Main Street has to come.

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“Our goal is to educate customers so they can make informed decisions,” says Rod. “We’ll prioritize repairs from safety

‘must-do’ issues to someday ‘nice-to-do’ items.”

The technicians at World Class Auto employ the latest automotive technology and are equipped to handle major and minor repairs on both foreign and domestic vehicles.

The Martins also want to help their customers realize the value of auto maintenance. Reducing fuel costs and preventing expensive repairs are just a few of the benefits.

“You get more miles for your dollar by maintaining your vehicle properly,” Rod says. “With gas prices staying high, a fairly small investment in maintenance can go a long way in reducing long-term costs.”

The Martins have been part of the American Fork community for years, and are focused on giving back to their neighbors, family and friends. Last year, World Class Auto collected and donated six barrels of food for the Community

Action Food Pantry. Drivers received $1.50 off their service per can of food they donated to the pantry.

The Martins also were able to serve the community in other ways. In the past year, they hosted two foreign exchange students, one from Russia and one from China. Rod and World Class are also involved in the local AF Rotary Club, local schools, the Tour de Donut bike ride, the American Fork Chamber of Commerce, and the local BNI Prosper Chapter.

Outside of the family business, the Martins try and give back in other ways.

Kim Martin is a local therapist who loves working with the American Fork community. “Kim fixes their hearts,” says Rod, “and I fix their cars.”

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They own a great downtown business “Finders Keepers.” The Garlicks have worked for years restoring used furniture in their garage. Tammi Garlick has a creative and artistic side that shines through when she’s restoring a piece of furniture. Michael Garlick is always

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A new downtown store is Lisa Ashby’s Mona Lisa. Ashby hails from the northwest and wanted to find an old restored building where she could set up shop. She found that place in the old Jones Paint and Glass building on Main Street. The wood floors and used brick add to her store’s ambience. Mona Lisa’s is a great place to bring nice old furniture, home décor, or antiques. All

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PG Players to Present ‘Nunsense’

Catholics Totally Rule in Dan Goggin’s hilarious musical, “Nunsense,” which will be performed by the Pleasant Grove Players on March 5 - 22 (Friday, Saturday & Monday evenings as well as a single Saturday matinee on March 20) in the Keith Christeson Little Theater on the first floor of the PG City Library, 30 E. Center St. The evening shows will begin at 7:30 p.m. The Saturday matinee will begin at 3:00 p.m.

“Nunsense” is the story of five nuns of the Little Sisters of Hoboken who are staging a variety show. Fifty-two residents of the convent were accidentally killed when their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, served them tainted vichyssoise soup while some of the nuns were away playing bingo. Upon discovering the disaster, Mother Superior had a vision to start a greeting card company to raise funds for the burials. The cards were a success, but the purchase of an entertainment center for the convent left them short of the funds needed to bury the final four sisters. With the deceased nuns on ice in the deep freeze, they decide to stage a variety show in the Mount Saint Helen’s

School auditorium to raise the necessary amount. Participating in the project are Mother Superior Mary Regina, a former circus performer who can not resist the spotlight; her competitive but dignified rival, second-incommand Sister Mary Hubert; Sister Robert Anne, a streetwise nun from Brooklyn; Sister Mary Leo, a novice who is determined to be the world’s first ballerina nun; and wacky, childlike Sister Mary Amnesia, who lost her memory when a crucifix fell on her head.

Howard Little, who is co-directing this production with his wife Kathryn, stated, “Nunsense is a perfect musical for our intimate setting. We are thrilled to find such incredible talent to bring these delightful characters to life.”

Prior to entering the convent, Sister Mary Regina was Luone Ingram, Sister Hubert was Janet Greenhalgh, Sister Robert Anne was Jen Handy, Sister Mary Leo was Kristen Rae Bradley, and Sister Mary Amnesia was Amber Kaye Smith.

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Tickets are $9 for adults and $8 for students and seniors ($1 less for the matinee.) Tickets can be purchased at the door for current and future shows from 6:30 to 8:30 pm on performance nights. And for the first time ever, tickets can now be purchased ONLINE at pgplayers.com <http://webmail.aol.com/30746-

111/aim-2/en-us/mail/pgplayers.com> . This production is supported by a grant from the Pleasant Grove Arts Commission.

No babes-in-arms or children under 5 will be admitted.

For more information, call 801-922-4524, visit us on the web at pgplayers.com or email us at pgplayers@pgplayers.com.

“Nunsense” is performed by the Pleasant Grove Players running March 5-22.

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PG Business Alliance Monthly Meeting

WHEN: March 11, noon WHAT: Ron Jibson, CEO of Questar Gas will be speaking on “Energy costs and its future effects on homes and businesses”. Free lunch provided by Rubio’s Fresh Mex WHERE: Fire Station Conference Room; 96 N Center COST: $12 if prepaid, or $15 at the door RSVP: Debby at (801) 319-8655 by March 10th

WHEN: March 12, noon-1:15 p.m.

WHAT: Jeremy Hafen, president of Sunroc Building Materials, will speak on “Creative Destruction: Reinventing Yourself in a Down Economy.”

WHERE: Pleasant Grove Community Center COST: FREE, lunch available for $10 RSVP: Reserve your box lunch by noon on the Thursday before the meeting by calling (801) 380-3179 or emailing info@pgbaut.com

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March Calendar ‘10 American Fork Arts Council Children’s Choir

Performing at Utah Flash Game Wednesday, March 3, 2010, 7:00 p.m.

Utah Valley University, Orem $8.00 a person The American Fork Children’s Choir will be performing the National Anthem under the direction of Gretchen Wiltbank at the Utah Flash Basketball Game on March 3, 2010.

Discount tickets may be purchased by contacting Christine at christine@bergeson.org or calling her at 801-492-0183.

For more information please call Christine Bergeson at (801) 492-0183 or Lori England at (801) 763-3081.

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“Steel Magnolias” Dinner Theatre - 6:30 p.m.

February 25-27, March 4-6 Northampton House 198 W. 300 N., American Fork Cost: $30.00 (Dinner/Play) Seating is on a first-come first-served basis and is limited to 96 people each night. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m. Please don’t bring children under age 12 due to the capacity of the room. For questions, call Marie at (801)362-5140, for reservations call Lori at (801)763-3081.

Wasatch Winds “Spring Awakenings” Wasatch Winds Symphonic Band Monday, March 8, 2010 American Fork High School, Auditorium 510 North 600 East Admissions: $2 students, $3

individuals, $10 families Time: 7:30 p.m.

Join the Wasatch Winds as we welcome Spring with some lively and fun music including “La Cambiale”, “La Peri”, “Rakes of Mallow”, and as energetic xylophone solo with the “Golden Age of the Xylophone”.

For more information contact Shazelle at 801-330-2186 or Lori at 801-7633081.

Youth Theatre Seussical, Jr. March 25, 26 & 29 A.F. Jr. High, 1120 North 20 West Time: 7:00 p.m.

Tickets are $2.00 in advance or $3.00 at the door. To purchase tickets in advance, see Lori at the American Fork Arts Council office, 31 N. Church Street, or call her at 801763-3081.

Concerts Utah Midwinter Song Festival Concerts begin at 7:00 p.m.

Children 8 years and older are welcome.

Historic City Hall, 31 N. Church St., AF Attendance FREE, donations accepted.

March 5: Opera Gala March 12: Double Feature: Songs from Broadway and Movie Musicals March 19: Brit Lit: Folk and Art songs from the British Isles March 26: Easter Concert: Celebration of

Sacred Song Join us each Friday for a concert celebrating the wonderful world of song. For questions call Dixie at 801492-6284 or Lori at 801-763-3081.

Humanities Conference for Writers Saturday, April 24, 2010, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Historic City Hall, 31 N. Church Street (50 East), American Fork To register call 801-763-3081 Register today $29 person, after April 12, $40. Major credit cards accepted($2 fee).

Nationally published authors Ally Condie, Ginger Churchill, John D. Brown & LDS author Shannon Guymon on getting an agent, selling a manuscript, plotting, working with editors! Top editors from Deseret Book, Covenant and Granite will also speak.

Quilting National Quilting Day March 20, 2010 Quilt Celebration Day Senior Citizens Center (upstairs) For more information contact Carrolee Howell at (801)785-5705.

Timpanogos Chorale “Star Spangled Banner” Monday, March 15, 2010 Utah Valley University, Orem $10.00 per person The Timpanogos Chorale will be performing “The Star Spangled Banner” under the direction of Brett Rasmussen at the Utah Flash Basketball Game on Monday evening, March 15, 2010. They

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will be performing at 7:00 p.m. just prior to the start of the game.

The Utah Flash play at the UVU in Orem. Discount tickets may be purchased from any choir member or by contacting Bev at bjirwin@ comcast.net .

Visual Arts “Children’s Art Class” Ages 6 to 12 Saturdays, March 6, 13, 20 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Place: Room #3 - Art Annex Fitness Center, 454 N. Center, American Fork Cost: $20.00 (All supplies will be provided) Instructor: Liz Evans The theme of this class is “Color” so come and find out about it.

“Just Add Water” Ages 14 and up Saturdays, March 13 and 20 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Place: Historic City Hall, Rooms A&B 31 N. Church Street, American Fork Instructors: MaryAnn Judd Johnson and Angie Player Cost: $25.00 “Drawing Foundations” Ages: 12 and up Dates: Thursdays, March 4, 11, 18 Time: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. (March 4 & 11) 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. (March 18) Place: Historic City Hall, Room B 31 N. Church Street, American Fork Instructor: Anna Davis Cost: $25.00.

For any further questions call Sydney at (801) 756-3738 or Lori at (801) 763-3081.

Square Foot Gardening Class Home Gardens to Go, certified to teach by the Square Foot Gardening Foundation, is offering a free class in the American Fork Library Gardner Community Room. It will be held on Wednesday, March 10 at 7:00 pm The class will include teaching the foundations and techniques of the square foot gardening method created by Mel Bartholomew. This gardening method takes less space, less work, and less water and can be done on patios and decks.

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