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Animals Make New Friends as Student Organizes Class Trip

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nimals at the Humane Society have made some more best friends.

Allexis Bonacci, a 16-year-old student at Utah Connections Academy, organized a class trip to provide care for homeless pets at the Humane Society of Utah on Friday, May 20.

“Just being with the animals is exciting,” Allexis said.

After taking a short tour, the students spent the afternoon feeding, grooming, caring for and playing with various animals.

After doing a similar trip the previous year, Allexis said she thought they should do it again.

“I enjoyed it; we ended up adopting a cat last year. I just want people to get more involved with their community,” Allexis said.

Griffin Bonacci, Allexis’ dad, said he wasn’t surprised she orchestrated this event.

“It’s something I’ve instilled in her, to do public service, so I wasn’t surprised she did this, but I was proud of her that she took the initiative to do it,” Griffin said.

“It’s pretty awesome. [Allexis] is incredible; she just did it,” Adrienne Harvie, Allexis’ teacher at Utah Connections Academy, said.

Allexis, who along with her dad helped organize one of the school’s largest clothing drives to date, said that when you have a passion like this, it’s important to be heard.

“A lot of people don’t really pay attention to their community and just ignore it, but there are some people who do and they don’t speak their voice loud enough for more people to get involved,” Allexis said. “So find your passion and volunteer to make your community better.”

Harvie said it’s rewarding as an educator to see students put together events like helping

homeless animals.

“It makes you feel like the lessons you teach everyone sink in and they can actually go out and do something. It’s not just bookwork,” Harvie said. “It shows that they can be an independent member of the community and take what I know and do something.”

Allexis said she hopes doing projects like clothing drives and taking time to assist homeless pets can inspire others to do more.

“It makes people want to step up and say ‘everybody come do this’ and it helps everybody in the long run,” Allexis said.

Utah Connections Academy is a tuitionfree online public school serving students statewide from kindergarten to the 12th grade. The school has more than 850 students enrolled statewide. Allexis said this is a great social opportunity for students. “[Students] get to meet new people and it’s better to communicate face to face,” Allexis said. “[Allexis] has been really shy growing up, but she’s finally starting to take charge of some of these things, so that part I was really surprised about,” Griffin said.

Harvie said social events like this help forge friendships between the kids.

“These are great because they finally get to meet each other. … They become actual friends, which is pretty cool,” Harvie said.

Allexis wants to be a veterinarian one day, and her house is on its way to looking like an animal doctor’s office itself, with two cats, two rabbits and two sets of fish tanks.

“We adopted some cats last time we were here, [but] I told her this time there’s no more pets coming home with us. We’re a full house; we’re at our limit,” Griffin said. 

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Finding Light

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he artist’s form takes shape of mother, man, genius, rookie, child or adult. Arts limits are of our making only and pull from heaven or hell what we chose, darkness or light. Artist Cheree Garn paints light.

Garn was born the youngest of five to Stephen and Linda Garn. Her childhood was full of love that infused in her a passion for art.

“My mom is very artistic. She exposed me to art at a very young age. I remember learning how to use oil pastels at the age of five, which is pretty neat. From that point on I was constantly coloring, drawing and painting.” Garn said.

Garn paints with oils and occasionally mixes her media adding charcoal and pastels. Her subject matter has evolved over the years but landscapes are reoccurring.

Hikmet Sidney Loe is a professor of art at Westminster College and appreciates those landscapes.

“Cheree’s paintings are beautifully evocative. Their colors draw you into a space you don’t want to leave. The emotional quality of her paintings provides a sense of wonder.

Her landscapes resonate with me as a place uncharted.” Loe said.

That place is what the artist or audience make it. And for many it’s a reprieve of daily pressure. Though the form of artist varies the theme of struggle is shared.

“As an artist there are so many struggles. I think the obvious ones are time and money, as a single full time working mom there’s never enough.” Garn said.

Yet Garn makes time. She paints one or two days a week, participates in the gallery strolls downtown and sells her art at the spring and fall shows at Poor Yorick Studios.

“You really have to make goals and force yourself. Do work, go to events, get involved and stay involved.” Garn said.

And Garn minds her advice. As a single mother she finished her BFA with an emphasis in painting and drawing.

“I struggled for a lot of years to get through school. I sacrificed fun times and even time with my daughter so that she could see how important it is to get your education. I also

want her to see me doing what I love.” Garn said.

Garns love of art not only brings joy, it inspires. Connor Wilde-Mathie is a figure painter, studio partner and close friend of Garn.

“Cheree made me fall in love with abstract art. She makes the most abstract landscapes tangible. Her art carries emotional weight and are works that start a conversation. She pushed me as an artist to realize that my own work carries conceptual weight even if there isn’t a figure as the subject matter.” Wilde-Mathie said.

Like Garn for Wilde-Mathie artist support and inspire one another. For Garn that figure was Vincent Van Gogh.

“Nothing can compare to his brushwork and movement in a painting. I’ve always been in love with his work but when I saw it in real life I was officially obsessed. It is so rich in texture you can almost feel it with your eyes. Every time I see any of his paintings they just make me want to weep and smile.” Garn said.

Emotion is in the very nature of art, and emotions like fear are its barriers.

“I’m not afraid to fail anymore. Once you let go of some of the fear you open yourself up to so much opportunity. I learned that in school. I’d start something and wouldn’t want to ruin what I had started and my professor would say, “Why are you scared of ruining it? You did it once you can do it again. Now add more paint, make more marks, put down more texture, do something no one else has.” That was a defining moment.” Garn said.

Fear and darkness in life are inevitable. But so is light, and art will find it. Lisa Schmidt a fan of Garn agrees.

“Her ethereal landscapes and style whisper light that seems to seep off the canvas evoking strength. It is almost as if she is able to give the horizon an emotional current that is both delicate and powerful that resonates within and helps us transcend this world while deepening our desire to cultivate beauty in our own lives.” said Schmidt. 

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Doug Owens, candidate for Utah Congress, listens to Wayne Pacelle talking to an audience about his new book, “The Humane Economy.”

“We are a society of laws, and our laws reflect our values. Animals are very vulnerable to human abuse. Because we have so much power over them, the law must speak in that regard.”

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rom his heart, crafted words run persuasively and eloquently. Wayne Pacelle, devout in his charge, spoke to a Murray crowd about the responsibility of confronting cruelty.

Pacelle is president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United Sates and has been an advocate for animals since childhood.

“When I was a kid I had an instinctive empathy for animals. I hated the misuse of human power against them and viewed myself as very emotionally connected to that issue,” Pacelle said.

That empathy drove Pacelle. While attending Yale, he started the Student Animal Rights Coalition, an animal advocacy group.

“When I learned about the gravity and severity of animals suffering in college, I decided I didn’t want to be a bystander. I wanted to do something about it. I’ve been full throttle ever since,” Pacelle said.

When the effects are seen, felt, and understood, animal cruelty causes even the most unbending to twitch. Animals are starved, beaten, hung and bled to death, burned, shackled, stabbed, skinned, scalded alive and immovably confined for a lifetime. Cruelty to animals is part of our history. But things are changing.

Pacelle’s New York Times best-selling book, “The Humane Economy,” chronicles those changes. It describes a hopeful transformation in the areas of food and agriculture, wildlife management, the pet business, exotic animal trade, animal testing and science.

“We are at a real tipping point. There is a mass conscience about animals that’s forming.

We are seeing big changes in every sector of the economy and incredible changes in the last three years,” Pacelle said.

In scope, those changes are massive.

With the Humane Society, Pacelle recently secured agreements with trade associations and companies like McDonalds, Walmart, Costco, Burger King, Kroger and hundreds of others to eradicate the extreme confinement of animals in agriculture by 2025.

In March 2014, South Dakota joined the other 49 states in instituting felony-level penalties for malicious animal cruelty, a change Pacelle was proud to play a part in.

Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States; Craig Cook, general counsel of the Humane Society of Utah; and Gene Baierschmidt, executive director of the Humane Society of Utah talk before a conference held at the Murray Humane Society.

And for the first time, chimpanzees will live in a world where they are protected. Pacelle led the effort to add the United States to the list of nations that will end the use of chimpanzees in invasive experiments. As a result, 745 chimps in the United States will move from labs to sanctuaries.

“Everything is changing, it doesn’t mean we’re, done but it means we’ve demonstrated real progress,” Pacelle said.

Utah has progress to make.

“Utah is one of the largest mink farming states in the country, and there are a number of inhumane practices like hound hunting of cougars, bear baiting and hound hunting

of bears that we find very inhumane and unsportsmanlike,” Pacelle said.

But Utah is making progress. A strong anti-cockfighting law passed in 2015, euthanasia rates have dropped significantly for cats and dogs and the use of gas chambers for euthanasia is declining.

Individuals can amplify that good by buying humanly produced animal products, adopting a pet, eating more plant-based foods, buying cosmetics that are not tested on animals, recycling, spaying and neutering, planting native plants, choosing synthetic furs and fibers, donating to local shelters, voting for animal protection and influencing elected officials.

Congressional candidate Doug Owens listened as Pacelle spoke of the obligation of law.

“We are a society of laws, and our laws reflect our values. Animals are very vulnerable to human abuse. Because we have so much power over them, the law must speak in that regard,” Pacelle said.

After speaking himself, Pacelle signed books, shook hands and met with people like Carlene Wall, adoption and operations director at the Humane Society of Utah.

“Wayne has been here a few times. He’s great; he’s very supportive and just a really amazing guy,” Wall said.

Pacelle’s work and book prove that empathy and intentional action have power to confront cruelty and change it.

“We all have more power than we imagine to affect the lives of animals. We are born with great power and intellect, and we should use that for good. Change will happen when people of conscience come together and exert a collective impact on society,” Pacelle said. 

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Quick Responders Combine to Save Friend’s Life

MISSION STATEMENTS: The Murray Chamber creates synergy among professionals. We facilitate the creation of long lasting business relationships between members that are based on trust, value and cooperation.

We provide tools to connect education, service opportunities and interaction between members.

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The Murray Area Chamber of Commerce thanks the following members for reinvesting in their memberships. When shopping or looking for a product or service, be sure to contact the chamber. We are YOUR RESOURCE for all things Murray!

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Tom Roberson (left) stands next to friend and neighbor Jim Knutson a few weeks after Knutson went into cardiac arrest during church. Roberson, along with three others, worked fast using chest compressions and an Automatic External Defibrillator to save Knutson’s life. – Travis Barton

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From Board Member: Recently some great things happened in Murray City. The Murray Area Chamber of Commerce along with its many sponsors, celebrated our 3rd Annual Education Appreciation Lunch. We honored teachers and students from the Murray School District, Granite School District and AISU, Murray City’s largest charter school.

In prior years the Murray Chamber and Murray School District would honor a teacher and student at their monthly lunch meetings. Three years ago this event was made to an annual spring event. This has allowed each student and teacher to be recognized amongst their peers.

We wish to congratulate all that received awards and recognition. We look forward to seeing this annual event grow.

This event is just one of the many events available through the Murray Area Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber offers a host of networking, social and education events for small businesses. For most businesses, the membership in the Chamber offers a method of community involvement that can’t be found through other networking or community events. Many find the friendships that are developed and the opportunity to provide service is far more valuable than the small investment or cost incurred.

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retired firefighter, physical therapist and dentist walk into a church. It sounds like the start of a bad joke when in actuality, it saved a man’s life.

On May 22 while sitting in church, Jim Knutson suddenly collapsed into cardiac arrest when Tom Roberson, a retired firefighter and Salt Lake City Battalion Chief, leapt into action with the help of Ron Voorhees, Barry Olsen and Andrew Hutchison.

“People knew what I’d done for a living and were saying to me ‘get up here quick, Jim’s having a seizure,’ and when I got there I knew it wasn’t a seizure, he was going into cardiac arrest,” Roberson said.

Roberson started chest compressions while Olsen administered mouth to mouth as someone called 911. As it happened, the building had an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) put in the building five years previously and Voorhees ran to grab it. “[Voorhees] ran to grab [the AED]…he came back and said ‘hey do you wanna use this,’ and I said ‘yeah,” Roberson said.

Hutchison applied the AED to Knutson’s chest and shocked him, within a minute he regained consciousness and was talking to everyone before the medics arrived. He continued communicating with the paramedics on the way to the hospital. Knutson even felt well enough to go home that same night.

“After I relaxed and everything I felt great, I felt like there was nothing wrong or nothing happened,” Knutson said.

On May 25, Knutson underwent a quadruple bypass. By June 8 he had returned home and was already walking around the block. Knutson said his blood pressure still needs to level out and only recently has his hunger returned.

“The doctor told him that if he has this surgery, it has a 98% chance of being effective, if you don’t there’s a 100% chance you’ll have another cardiac arrest,” Roberson, who volunteers at a medical clinic in Midvale, said.

“Those are interesting odds.”

Knutson said his memory of the event is mostly hazy.

“I remember sitting down on the bench talking to a couple people…I kinda remember being pushed out the chapel doors, I kinda came to once in the ambulance…then I remember waking up in the emergency room,” Knutson said.

Roberson, who has 41 years’ experience as a firefighter and 22 years as a flight medic, said this was unique since he knew the patient.

“It’s different working on somebody you know real well,” Roberson said. Roberson and Knutson have been friends for 20 years.

“This guy [Roberson] saved my life,” Knutson said. “Tom keeps saying it wasn’t him but it was him knowing what he was doing plus being guided by the Lord. I think the both of them worked together.”

Knutson said he was so grateful for the help received from these four guys and that their quick actions have made his recovery possible.

“That’s probably why I felt so good in the hospital that evening since there wasn’t that elapsed time so things didn’t have time to deteriorate,” Knutson said. “Just having the right people there at the right time made it great.”

AEDs, which were first developed for the public during the 1920’s, was essential to saving Knutson, Roberson said.

“It saved this guy’s life that’s for sure, there was a noticeable change after we defibrillated him,” Roberson said.

Having AEDs readily accessible can raise the number of patients saved in cardiac arrest to 40% versus the 10% saved by CPR alone.

Not only through his work experience was Roberson prepared for this scenario. A few weeks prior, Roberson had been teaching his grandkids CPR. “It wasn’t an accident,” Roberson said. 

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Oldest Living Alumni to Return as Parade Grand Marshals

By Travis Barton | travis@mycityjournals.com

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urray High School has been around for a long time and so too, have some of their alumni.

With Murray High turning 100-years-old next year, the city has invited all of the oldest living alumni to ride as grand marshals in the July 4 parade. For Art Bishop, who graduated in 1940 and is the oldest living student body president, the invitation is an honor.

“Murray is just such a wonderful city,” Bishop said.

It will be the second time Bishop’s been invited to grand marshal the parade, the first occurring in 1984.

Other than when Bishop was serving in World War II, he has lived in Murray all his life graduating from the University of Utah before embarking on his career as an educator.

Bishop, 94, said growing up he would always go watch the basketball games at Murray High which ended up playing an important role later in his life.

“I was very much interested in basketball as a youngster, I lived not too far from the high school so I would always go play or watch,” Bishop said.

Bishop’s basketball days didn’t stop after he played for the high school. He went on to play for the University of Utah team later serving as an assistant coach for Murray High.

Even after graduating as the student body president, Bishop’s influence on the school

Art Bishop stands in front of photos of his retirement party and basketball teams reminiscing at his house on Thursday, June 16. Bishop has been invited for the second time to be grand marshal of the July 4 parade. – Travis Barton

didn’t diminish. He served in the Murray City School District for 24 years as a math teacher before becoming assistant principal for six years.

Bishop was originally going into engineering but with no engineering jobs in Utah at the time and a wife, child, single mother and two younger sisters, Bishop decided he needed to stay here.

“So I went into education. I love teaching and I have a great time teaching and being in school activities,” Bishop said.

Bishop went on to serve as an Administrator in the School District Office for 13 years and said he’s seen a grand change in Murray since then.

“At the time I was working in the district offices, we were one of the poorest districts in the state…we got a lot of state aid to finance school buildings,” Bishop said. “But after they built that Fashion Place Mall, Murray’s got all kinds of wealth now, that was a big difference.”

“There were more saloons in Murray when I was a kid than anything else, we only had two

banks,” David Webb said.

Webb, who also served as student body president two years after Bishop, graduated in 1942 marrying his wife Betty, shortly thereafter.

Webb said they’re going on 74 years now they’ve been married.

“It’s been quite a trip and this wife has stayed right with me and she’s just as lovely as can be,” Webb, 92, said.

Right after high school Webb had been working for out of the area only seeing Betty on the weekends when he visited.

“On one of the times I came down she said, “don’t go without me,” and I said ‘well we better get married then,’ so we did,” Webb said.

After working with Betty’s dad and attending boot camp in Idaho, Webb’s travels went east going to school in Virginia before going through the Caribbean islands and Panama finally staying in Brazil for over two years. That doesn’t include the stops he made later, all as part of the army, he made in the Treasure Islands and San Diego.

Once the war was over, Webb returned to work at the Kennecott Copper Mine before joining the Murray police force for 10 years.

Webb, who lives in St. George now, said it was great to hear he was named a grand marshal for his hometown.

“That’s quite an honor for me…I’m proud,” Webb said. 

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Service, Networking Opportunities as Youth Leave Impact

By Travis Barton | travis@mycityjournals.com

Anna Heaton (right) and Abby Dean hold up the car door during their Christmas project. – Murray Youth Chamber of Commerce Members of the Murray Youth Chamber of Commerce make burritos before delivering them to the homeless downtown. – Murray Youth Chamber of Commerce

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urray may not technically have a youth city council, but they sure have an active youth.

The Murray Youth Chamber of Commerce (MYCC) is made up of about 30 youth who perform service projects on a regular basis throughout the year. The club includes teenagers not just from Murray but also from around the valley as well including the American International School of Utah.

“It’s given me lots of opportunities for volunteer work and its helped me meet a lot of people who enjoy volunteer work as much as me,” Anna Heaton, MYCC co-mayor, said.

Murray city used to have a youth city council before the city had to cut spending in 2005 making their youth government an unfortunate casualty.

Sheri Van Bibber, MYCC advisor, used grant money to keep the youth council going from where she worked at the Boys and Girls Club. Even after that money dried up, the council continues.

“After ten years the money dried up and I thought, ‘well let’s just keep this going, there’s no reason not to,’” Van Bibber said.

Van Bibber said they basically wrapped the Murray Youth City Council, the Murray Youth Chamber of Commerce, Murray Youth Exchange and Murray Youth Excel all into one club.

It’s works better for the kids in the club this way because, Van Bibber said, it gives the kids more opportunities at scholarships.

“It’s really just been a win-win-win-win…I used to sit on scholarship boards and kids have to do so much and be so well-rounded and yet they need to be focused on school and they need to have all of these things so this kind of gave us a network,” Van Bibber said.

Zach Rose, MYCC co-mayor, said it’s been wonderful working with different charitable organizations.

“We’ve seen their passion giving back and its helped fuel ours even more,” Rose said.

Instead of following the school year clock, Van Bibber said the club goes year around.

“We’ve adapted the summer of service where kids have to do 75 to 100 hours of service and they get a presidential

certificate,” Van Bibber said.

Some of the service opportunities includes the Relay for Life on July 15, making burritos for the homeless, running their own blood drives and they’re responsible for the Haunted Woods put on every year at Murray City Park.

“It’s like when they walk in this door, there’s this basket of anything they want to pull from,” Van Bibber said. “[The service] benefits you in countless ways, it makes you feel happy, makes you feel good about yourself and I’ve gotten to work with a lot of really fun kids who love doing service just as much as you,” Rose said.

Van Bibber said being in club prepares the kids so much for the rest of their lives.

“They figure out how to balance their lives,” Van Bibber said.

With all the companies the students work with, being in the club creates plenty of job opportunities.

“It’s because they know these kids are just a step above,” Van Bibber said.

Rose and Heaton, who run the planning for all these service projects said they’ve loved being in the club. Both graduated from Murray High School this year and both intend to serve LDS missions.

Rose said if other youth love service than this club is the place for you.

“You won’t regret a minute of it,” Rose said.

“It’s not only good to put on college applications but you can have fun and make friends while volunteering,” Heaton said.

For Rose, he said he hopes to continue in this vein of service.

“I’m seeking to stay active my whole life in service in whatever way,” Rose said.

Van Bibber said those in the club are just a special kind of kid.

“The kids that do this are the kids that want to, nobody’s there because they have to be,” Van Bibber said.

For those interested in joining MYCC, call the Murray Chamber of Commerce at 801-263-2632. 

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Cottonwood Teacher Has Right Chemistry for Huntsman

By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com

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owering over students at six feet seven inches tall, chemistry teacher Dennis Hummer could be intimidating as he questions students’ theories in his deep voice. But parent Jane Metcalf said the Cottonwood High educator is “a remarkable teacher who is one of all the students’ favorites.”

“He’s really very approachable and wants to help his students succeed, going much beyond what a typical teacher may do,” Metcalf said.

For that reason, she coordinated the efforts to nominate him for the Huntsman Excellence in Teaching Award, which on April 20 he learned he’d receive after being interrupted in his class by Karen Huntsman and other guests.

“I didn’t recognize Karen Huntsman right away, so I went over to introduce myself and saw Assistant Superintendent Alan Parrish and then my wife, two of my sons, my mom, and I became a little embarrassed,” Hummer said. “I couldn’t help thinking of all the other deserving colleagues. And I was quite surprised because my wife isn’t the best at keeping secrets, but she did quite well with this one.”

Hummer later received $10,000 and a crystal obelisk on May 13 at a dinner where he and 10 other recipients were recognized.

However, the day they surprised Hummer, Huntsman shared with the class and guests the reasons why he was selected for the award.

“She said very kind things about me, probably made me sound better than I am,” he said. “In every high school, there are dozens of teachers who are hard-working and deserving and cherish the kind notes they receive from students thanking them. I’m just lucky I had some wonderful parents who recommended me for this award.”

Metcalf said that is typical of Hummer to downplay his accomplishments.

His teaching career came about in 1988 when he was hired out of college, but as he said, it was the right choice.

“I had a three-and-one-month-old son who was born premature in Billings and we had to decide right away where to move him.

Salt Lake City was the best option, so we lifeflighted him and accepted the position all at once. It’s been great to be part of a wonderful

Cottonwood High chemistry teacher Dennis Hummer was awarded the Huntsman Excellence in Teaching Award.

He has taught at the school for 28 years. —Granite School District

program,” he said.

Metcalf said that as his son, who has cerebral palsy and is legally blind, came to school, he’d often arrive early to magnify the homework so his son could see it. He’d also read the textbook out loud to record, so his son could listen to the material in an era before another way was provided for students with disabilities.

“He would do that with many students; he visited a student with spinal injuries in the hospital, gave a student extra help while the student was having cancer treatments, motivating many of our refugee students who barely speak English to learn and succeed. Many of these students now are studying science and medicine thanks to his encouragement,” she said.

Hummer said that in 28 years of teaching, there have been changes at Cottonwood.

“It’s like a mini United Nations here as you walk through the halls. We certainly have more diversity, which makes our student body more interesting. We learn life stories from those who are refugees, just learning English.

We slow the learning process for them, but we

also offer Advanced Placement chemistry for those who have spent a couple years learning and are ready for hard work,” he said.

Throughout his teaching, he includes lots of demonstrations and introduces humor in his class.

“I try to keep things fun and tie it into what they’re learning,” he said.

With his honors chemistry class, he created a flip class, where he created 187 lectures for students to watch at home. He also created a manual that students can refer to, often updating it to match the changing core curriculum or textbooks. Class time is for review, questions and homework.

“I’ve learned that many parents aren’t versed in chemistry, so it was hard for them to help their students at home. By flipping the class, we have a 90- to 95-percent completion rate, and even some parents join the students in watching videos. One comment I’ve received is, ‘You’re the last voice I hear before I fall asleep at night,’ as the parent hears the video her child is watching,” he said.

Metcalf said that the videos are more than lectures.

“He makes them really exciting and has fun with colorful flames and bubbly solutions,” she said.

Parrish, who was Hummer’s principal at Cottonwood and at one time coached the boys basketball team to state championships alongside of him, said that much of the video lecture production and lab manual writing has been on the teacher’s own time.

“Students’ work has just skyrocketed under this format and when they need him, he’s still there,” Parrish said. “He goes beyond the typical classroom and helps his students make connections with colleges and furthering their education. He’s an outstanding teacher who just happens to be great in chemistry, too.”

Hummer also has been involved in the AP lab program at the University of Utah, allowing students to perform laboratory work there, freeing up class time at Cottonwood and helping them get college credit. This opportunity is open to other high school students.

“He is really well-known in the science education field and everyone knows him and appreciates what he has done for students,” Metcalf said, adding that he received the Ron Ragsdale University of Utah High School Teacher of the Year Award last year.

Hummer said that he received wonderful support from long-time senior faculty member Dick Smith, who took him under his wing and gave him pointers in teaching.

“I was a little disappointed when I started since I have a major in biology and a minor in chemistry [from Rocky Mountain College] and Cottonwood wanted me to teach chemistry.

However, once I realized the vigorous program Cottonwood had under [the 36 years of]s Dick Smith, I was impressed with the high standards he set here,” he said.

Now Principal Terri Roylance said Hummer is the success of the program.

“Mr. Hummer is the backbone of our chemistry department, teaching core, honors and AP levels, comprising seven classes with a typical student load of 210,” she said. “He is a leader in his field and a mentor to our young science teachers.” 

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MURRAY JOURNAL

Inaugural Mayor Award to Aid Students’ College Education

By Travis Barton | travis@mycityjournals.com

Mayor Ted Eyre awards the inaugural Mayor Scholarship Award to Lincoln Evans at the Murray High School Scholarship and Awards Banquet on May 23. Jarod Ivins was the recipient of the award at Cottonwood High School. – Travis Barton

S Top Left to Right: Dan Larrinaga, Wendi Griffiths, Matt O'Mally, & Brittany Shamy.

Bottom Left to Right: Nick Whitaker & Kerstin Davis —Julean Hickenlooper

D

esert Star Playhouse continues its riotous 2016 season with the hilarious family feel-good musical of the summer, “Perfect Pitch - Despicable Glee!”

The new dean of Northern Salt Lake State University, Dean Reno, is starting her inaugural year off with a bang!

Her plan is to tear down the ramshackle student building and replace it with a faculty only day spa. Much to the distress of the student run clubs who use the building exclusively. In order to save their beloved meeting place, Jenny and the other club presidents need to come up with the money to fix the building and fast. Deciding to join forces and enter into a singing competition, Jenny and company soon discover that Dean Reno has enlisted the power pop boy

band, D!Vine, to enter into the competition to thwart the students’ plans of saving the student building.

Directed by Scott Holman, Perfect Pitch runs from June 9 to August 20, 2016.

The evening also includes another of Desert Star’s signature musical olios following the show. The Kick Up Your Boots Country Olio will feature some new and classic country music favorites, with a unique and always hilarious, Desert Star twist!

Desert Star audiences can enjoy gourmet pizza, fresh wraps, burgers, scrumptious desserts and other finger foods as well as a full selection of soft drinks and smoothies while they watch the show. Food is available from an á la carte menu and is served right at your table.

CALENDAR:

“Perfect Pitch – Despicable Glee!”

Plays June 9 - August 20, 2016 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm Saturday at 2:30pm, 6pm and 8:30pm And some Saturday lunch matinées at 11:30am, and Friday late shows at 9:30pm

Tickets: Adults: $22.95, Children: $12.95 (Children 11 and under) 4861 S. State Street, Murray, UT 84107

801.266.2600

for reservations Call For additional information, visit our website at www.DesertStarPlayhouse.com

tudents can receive awards for athletic achievement, academic endeavor or even simple participation. For two particular students, one each from Murray and Cottonwood High School, some awards come from the Mayor of your city.

Lincoln Evans, senior at Murray High, and Jarod Ivins, senior at Cottonwood High, were both recipients of the first-ever Mayor’s Award Scholarships. The award sees two separate $1,000 scholarships go to two local high school students.

Murray Mayor Ted Eyre said there’s a line in the budget for Mayor’s Special Projects and this year he wanted to put some of it towards college scholarships for two students.

In order for the students to earn the award, Eyre said they needed something different from your typical awards.

“I didn’t want it to be based exclusively on GPA or athletics or music or theatre, I just wanted it to go to a person who the counselors and teachers had selected,” Eyre told the audience as he presented the award to Evans at Murray High School.

Eyre met with the principals and counselors at both schools to go over the parameters and criteria since they would be the ones choosing. “[Needed to pick] a person who exemplifies someone who has overcome maybe some challenges but has really gone forward to qualify themselves for college and performed a great deal of service to the school and the community,” Eyre said.

Eyre said he wanted to be out of the choosing process and leave it up to the counselors and teachers.

“They did, and they presented me this wonderful resume,” Eyre said.

Eyre said he was very impressed with

the first two recipients of the award. Speaking about Evans, Eyre read a few of his goals that were on the back of the resume presented to him. “’My goal is to get a good education and to get a good job to contribute to my community and be successful with my family, I am planning to go to college with this goal,’” Eyre said quoting Evans.

Evans was on the tennis team, madrigals, acapella with a 3.7 GPA while overcoming many health challenges in his life. He plans on attending Utah State and majoring in mechanical engineering.

The schools will put the money in a trust fund and hold it until the student is registered for school.

Ivins, who was nominated by his mom, said he was surprised when he won the award at the year-end banquet.

“It was just a fun moment with all my friends and my parents to see that I was able to win that,” Ivins said.

As a Murray native, Ivins said it was cool receive an award from the Mayor.

“It’ll be nice being able to start off college with a little bit of cushion,” Ivins said.

Winning the award has meant a lot to Ivins because it validates what you do.

“Try to make sure you include everyone because that was a big thing, I think, that helped me win,” Ivins said. “Just befriend everyone no matter what the case is, you don’t know what people are going through so even just a smile or a hello can make a kid’s day and go a long way for them.”

Ivins will be serving an LDS mission in August in Capetown, South Africa before starting his education at BYU where he’ll study business. 

July 2016

C ULTURAL A RTS

FREQUENTLY REQUESTED NUMBERS Grant Elementary . . . . . . 801-264-7416 Heritage Center (Senior Programming) . . . . . . . . . 801-264-2635 Hillcrest Jr. High . . . . . . . 801-264-7442 Horizon Elementary . . . . 801-264-7420 Liberty Elementary . . . . . 801-264-7424 Longview Elementary. . . 801-264-7428 Ken Price Ball Park . . . . . 801-262-8282 Miss Murray Pageant (Leesa Lloyd) . . . . . . . . . . 801-446-9233 McMillan Elementary . . 801-264-7430 Murray Area Chamber of Commerce.. . . . . . . . . . 801-263-2632 Murray Arts Advisory Board (Mary Ann Kirk) . . . . . . . . 801-264-2614

JULY 4TH FUN DAYS SCHEDULE Rotary Club Community Breakfast 6:30-10:00 am - Murray Park Pavilion #5 $6 Adults/$4 Child (12 and under) Sunrise Service Murray Park Amphitheater 7 am – Juan Becerra (retired FBI), patriotic address 5 K and Kids Race Both races begin and end near Constitution Circle, Murray Park Parade 8:30 am - Begins at Fashion Place Mall - ends at Murray Park.

Grand Marshal, Murray High Oldest Living Alumni (classes 1934-1942). NO car access in or out of Murray Park between 7:30 and 11 am.

11 am-4 pm - Food and Game Booths, Rides (fee) 11 am-noon - Ducky Derby (Little Cottonwood Creek west of Pavilion #1)

Murray City Cemetery . . . 801-264-2637

8 am-4 pm - Coed Volleyball Tournament (Softball Field)

Murray Community Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . 801-264-7414

Activities for Kids Near Children’s Playground

Murray High School . . . . 801-264-7460

11 am-2 pm - Games: Money Scramble, Balloon Toss (free)

Murray Museum . . . . . . . 801-264-2589

11 am-2 pm - Fishing Booth, Face Painting (minimal fee)

Murray Parkway Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . 801-262-4653

12:30 pm - Firemen Squirt (free) Daytime Entertainment Murray Park Gazebo 10:45 am

Murray Park Aquatics Pool . . . . . . . . . .801 290-4190

Caribou Dennis,Yo-Yo Demo and Community Competition

11:30 am

Wasatch and District Pipeband, Irish Dancers

Mick Riley Golf Course (SL County) . . . . . . . . . . . 801-266-8185

12:15 pm

Arts in the Park Previews, Tarzan/West Side Story

1:00 pm

Slickrock Gypsies

2:00 pm

Red Desert Ramblers

3:00 pm

Community Talent Show

Parkside Elementary . . . . 801-264-7434 Riverview Jr. High . . . . . . 801-264-7446 Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation . . . . . . . . 801-468-2560 Salt Lake County Ice Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 801-270-7280 The Park Center . . . . . . . . 801-284-4200 Viewmont Elementary . . 801-264-7438

Parking: 495 East 5300 South

Activities 10 am-4 pm -Custom/ Vintage Car and Bike Show (Behind swimming pool)

Murray Boys & Girls Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . 801-268-1335

Murray Parks and Recreation Office . . . . . . . 801-264-2614

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Evening Entertainment Murray Park Softball Field 8:30 pm Charley Jenkins (pictured)

June 28-July 2 1776 the Musical, 8 pm, $10 adult, $8 ch/sr July 9 Murray Symphony Pops, 8 pm, $6 July 15-16 Ballet Under the Stars (pictured above), 8:30 pm, $8 adult, $6 ch/sr July 28-30, Aug 1-3 Tarzan, 8 pm, $10 adult, $8 ch/sr LUNCH CONCERT SERIES Every Tuesday at Noon in Murray Park Pavilion #5, FREE July 5 BD Howes, Singer/Songwriter, Acoustic Guitar July 12 Cecelia Otto, 21st-Century Vaudevillan July 19 Chaskis, Music of the Andes July 26 Promontory Trio, Appalachian Aug 2 String Chix Trio, Guitar & Vocal CHILDREN MATINEE SERIES Every Thursday at 2 p.m. in Murray Park Pavilion #5, FREE July 7 Imagine That! Popcorn Media July 14 Two Shields, Native American Music and Dance July 21 Roots of American Music, Gary Stoddard July 28 Paul Brewer, Magician Aug 4 Princess & the Pea, Life-sized puppets

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R ECREATION Specialized Skills Volleyball Academy These specialty volleyball camps are designed to help teach individual skills from the ground up.

More specifically in game like situations and to help athletes learn how to use the skills in a variety of ways depending on their surroundings. Because we focus on one skill at a time. We can help the athletes understand how to utilize those skills in any given situation and make them more successful on the court. Ages 12 up or one year of club volleyball.

One Day Camps Dates:

Days: Times: Place: Cost: Instructor: Register:

July 14 (Setting) July 21 (Hitting) July 28 (Serving/passing) Thursdays 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM The Park Center $30 per participant per one day camp Bree Anderson & SLVB Staff Online at www.mcreg.com

Adult Fall Softball Murray Parks and Recreation is taking registrations for its Fall Monday Night Coed League and Fall Wednesday Night Men’s League.

All teams will play seven games. Softballs are provided. These leagues are USSSA CLASS D leagues. No double wall bats are allowed.

Dates:

Cost: Deadline: Register:

Monday Night Coed Aug. 29 to October 17 Wednesday Night Men’s Sept. 7 to October 19 $250 Wednesday, August 10, 2016 Murray Parks and Recreation Office

Matt Harpring “Back to Basics” Basketball Camp 2016 Dates:

August 1 to 4

Times:

Session One AM Camp: 8am-12pm Session Two PM Camp: 1-5pm

Cost:

$165 one session or camper

Johnsen and Johnsen Basketball Camp

Place:

The Park Center (202 E. Murray Park Avenue)

The mission of the camp is provide a fun, energetic, learning atmosphere that will allow campers to improve their basketball skills and receive instruction based on individual needs. Camp includes games, team contests, skill work/fundamentals, individual/team awards, Fun, Fun, Fun!

Ages:

7-9, 10-12, 13-15 years old

Register:

Murray Parks and Recreation Office

Dates: Times: Cost: Place: Ages: Register:

July 11 to July 15 Camp 1 - 9-11:30 am (Grades 2-6) Camp 2 - 1-3:30 pm (Grades 7-10) Camp 1 $150 Camp 2 $150 The Park Center (202 E. Murray Park Avenue) Grades 2-10 next school year The Park Center or Murray Parks & Recreation Office

Mail to: Johnsen & Johnsen Basketball Camp 2016 566 E. Eastpointe Cir. NSL, UT 84054 Multiple Children Family Discounts-Families with 2 or more participating children pay full price for first child and receive $20 off for each additional sibling. For more information, call 801 580-5082 for more information go to www.johnsenbasketballcamps.com

Fall Soccer

Mail to: 296 E Murray Park Avenue, Murray, UT 84107 For more information www.mattharpring.com

Boys & Girls Fall High School Basketball The perfect league for high school coaches to test their upcoming team in a competitive basketball format. Great league to prepare for the upcoming High School Basketball season by working on developing leadership, improving physical conditioning and playing in a competitive environment. Girls Varsity teams play Mondays & Wednesdays beginning September 12 and Boys Varsity teams play Tuesdays & Thursdays beginning Sept. 13. Cost is $350 per team.

Murray Parks and Recreation has joined with Real Salt Lake to offer Jr. Real Soccer. Signups are being taken right now for the upcoming fall season. Grades K-6th play recreational soccer while grades 7-9th play competitive soccer (some teams may be coed). All games are played on short-sided fields to increase individual playing skills. Games will be played on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. Coaches are needed; please volunteer.

Dates: Ages: Cost:

August 18 to September 15 Pre-K, K - 9th grade, 10-12 grades Fall Only $40 Residents $50 Non Residents $5 Late Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 13, 2016 Registration: Murray Parks & Recreation or The Park Center or register online at www.mcreg.com

Fall Adult Coed Kickball League 1st 10 team to register. Play 7 games. Overall winners is crowned the league champion. Provide your own t-shirts. Play with 11 players, four of which must be woman. Can have up to 22 players on a roster.

Dates:

September 1 to Oct 27

Cost:

$250

Night:

Thursday Night

Place:

Murray Park Softball Field

Deadline:

Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016

Register:

Murray Parks and Recreation office or online at www.mcreg.com

Youth Cross Country This program will help youth 6 to 18 years of age learn to improve their running techniques and skills while improving their endurance.

Participants will practice Tuesdays and Thursdays starting September 6, 5:15 – 6:00 (ages 6 -10), 6:15 – 7:00 (ages 11-18) and participate in two County meets as well as the All County meet on October 15. Cost is $35 and includes practices, team shirt and the County meets.

JULY 2016 CULTURAL ARTS CONTINUED FAMILY NIGHT SERIES The 2nd Monday of every month at 7 p.m., FREE Murray Heritage Senior Center (#10 East 6150 South -1/2 block west of State) July 11 Flint and Steel, Bluegrass (pictured)

Instructor:

Wendy Smedshammer

Place:

Murray Park Pavilion #5

SESSION #1 Ages:

9-14

Dates:

August 1-12, Monday - Friday

Time:

9 to 11 a.m.

Class Size:

Limited to 30

Fee:

$50 resident, $55 non-resident

SESSION #2 Ages:

5-8

Dates:

August 8-12, Monday - Friday

Time:

11 am to 12 noon

Class Size:

Limited to 15

Fee:

$25 resident, $30 non-resident

best kept historic secrets in Murray! As you enter the driveway, make a hard left and park at the visitors parking at the north end of the condos. Then go back to the main entrance and walk up the hill a little and look for the sign for the office walkway on your left.

At 11 am, tour the Wesley and Frances Walton Home (circa 1899) located at 5197 S Wesley Road. This beautiful brick Victorian Eclectic house is situated on a portion of an original 160 acre homestead owned by the Huffacker pioneer family.

The home is located in a private lane located just north of the adjacent LDS church building. Park in the street or near the lane.

PIONEER HOME TOUR KIDS ACT UP DRAMA CAMP Come learn the “FUNdamentals of being on stage!

We’re a place where all children, with all abilities from the shy to the outgoing, can develop at their own pace with plenty of positive encouragement!

Activities will include improv games, musical theatre, props, and developing a show! At the end of each camp there will be a performance for parents!

The Pioneer Home Tour is set for Saturday, July 23 at 10 pm. Please RSVP by calling 801-2642638 or email mkirk@murray.utah.gov.

The tour will begin at the James and Mary Ann Miller home (circa 1882) located at 4929 S Lake Pines Dr. This Victorian home serves as the clubhouse for the Miller Estates condos and features a rare collection of 19th century murals. It is one of the

T HE H ERITAGE S ENIOR C ENTER The Heritage Center is a 55+ recreation center for people who like to stay active, learn, get services, go places, stay healthy, play, volunteer, meet people, enjoy life, and more.

Lunch is served Tuesday-Friday anytime between 11:30-12:30 and you pay for your meal after you pick up your food. No reservations are needed – except for special events. Options include the regular menu item, salad, Panini, soup and sandwiches. The cost ranges from $2 - $4 for people 55+.

Special Events: Family Concert – Monday, July 11 & August 8 – Invite family and friends to the free family concerts in the backyard of the Heritage Center. The concert begins at 7:00 PM. The doors open at 6:00 so come early if you would like to bring dinner. Flint & Steel, a bluegrass band, will entertain on July 11. The August 8 performers will be Salsa Express, a Utah Latin Jazz group.

Monday Brunch – On Monday, July 11 and every Monday in August Brunch will be served on the patio from 10:00-12:00. You can choose a complete meal or pick a la carte from the menu.

Choose eggs any style, omelets, pancakes, waffles, toast, various meat items, hash browns, or the Chef’s special. Bring a friend and enjoy the patio.

Services: Attorney – An attorney will be available for free 20 minute legal consultations from 1:30-3:30 on Tuesday, July 12 and August

9. Appointments are needed.

Blood Pressure – The first Thursday of each month from 11:0012:00 (FREE).

Haircuts – Tuesdays from 9:00-12:00. Appointments are needed, cost $9.

Massage – Every Friday from 11:45-3:45. One hour is $36 and half hour is $18. Appointments are required.

Medicare Help – On Tuesday, July 19 or August 16 from 12:002:00, a volunteer from the SHIP Program is available to help with any questions or problems you may be having with your Medicare accounts. Sign up now for individualized help.

Toenail Clippings – Dr. Shelton, local Podiatrist, will be at the Center on Thursday, August 25 from 9:30-12:00 to provide toenail clippings and routine foot screenings. The cost is $10 and advance payment is required. Sign up now. Dr. Shelton is unable to provide services for people who are diabetic or on anti-clotting agents such as Coumadin.

Transportation – Ask at the front desk about our transportation service from your home to our Center on Wednesdays for Murray City residents. Cost is $2 roundtrip.

Recreation: Billiards and Ping Pong – Provided during the Center’s hours of operation.

Monday Movies – Be in your seat at 1:00 to enjoy our free Mon-

day movie and popcorn.

Pickleball – On Mondays from 10:15-12:00 or Thursdays from 9:00-11:00 play at the Center for free. Instructional play is on Thursdays from 8:00-9:00. We also have a new outdoor Pickleball court available uring working hours (weather permitting) with equipment that can be check-out at the front desk.

Pinochle – Wednesdays at 9:15. Players must check in no later than 9:00. The cost is $2 and is paid tournament day.

Bridge – Mondays from 11:00-2:00 is a teaching class taught

by Carol Meyers. Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00-4:00, free informal Bridge play (Chicago/Party).

Canasta – Tuesdays from 11:00-2:30. Everyone is welcome (including beginners), all games are free and anyone can join in on the fun.

Birthday Wednesday – First Wednesday of each month. Celebrate your birthday and you could win a free lunch. The lunch is on us if you’re turning 60, 70, 80, 90 or 100 this month. Tell us if you have reached a new decade.

Bingo – Wednesdays and Fridays at 12:45.

Happy Hatters – Red Hat Society chapter meetings are held on the first Thursday at 12:45 of every month to play BUNCO and Mexican Train and on the third Thursday at 12:45 to play Hand & Foot.

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Classes:

presentations are free; sign up now except the Internment signup begins Monday, April 4.

• Thursday, July 7 at 2:00, “America’s Signs and Symbols” • Thursday, August 19 at 2:00, “Channel Islands” Vital Aging – Tuesday, July 26 at 10:30, the topic is “How I View Myself” and Tuesday, August 23 at 10:30, topic is “What is Mindfulness-Meditation.” Tifani is available at 10 to meet with anyone needing one-on-one help. This is a free class, register now.

AARP Smart Driving Class – On Tuesday, July 26 or August 30 from 9:30-2:30. The cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for everyone else. The instructor will collect the fee at the start of class. He is unable to accept credit/debit cards. Advance registration needed, register now.

Wood Craft – Come and paint a cute ladybug shelf sitter on Tuesday, July 12 at 2:00 or on Tuesday, August 9 at 2:00 to paint a fun summer wood craft. Cost is $5 (includes all supplies).

Beginning Genealogy Class – On Wednesday, August 10 from 12:30 -1:30 a Beginning Genealogy class will be offered. This class will be held: Wednesdays and Monday, August 10, 15, 17, 22, 24. This class requires some basic computer skills. You also need to have an active email address to log into Family Search.

This is a free class, register now. Space is limited.

Do You Ever Feel Like You Are Losing Control? – On Wednesday, July 13 at 10:30, a representative from Care Source will be at the Center to discuss issues that face many seniors daily. Do you feel like you are losing control of: decision-making, medical care, financial information, family relations, and overall well-being? If so, let us help you get back to a point where you feel in control and comfortable with how your life is going. This is a free class, register now.

Financial Boundaries – On Tuesday, July 19 at 10:30, a representative from 5 Start Home Health and Hospice will be at the Center to present a class called Financial Boundaries. We all could benefit from this knowledge about financial boundaries.

As a parent we may feel responsible for the well-being of those we love, even if our children are adults. Don’t allow anyone to bully you into providing personal information such as your Social Security Number, your bank account information, or cash from your wallet that you do not want to provide. These issues will be discussed and you will walk away with great knowledge. This is a free class, register now.

Chakra Meditation – Every Monday, from 10:30-12:00. Cost is $3 per class. Barbara Battison will present in-depth information about how Chakras and Meditation work and includes a meditation session.

Senior Learning Network – Through the wonders of technology (video conferencing), the Center will continue to offer special interactive presentations from around the country. These

Top Tips for Brain Health – On Tuesday, August 23 at 10:30, Kevin Duff, PhD, ABPP will be at the Center to discuss Top Tips for Brain Health. This is a free class, register now.

AARP TEK Workshop – On Thursday, August 25 from 1:00-7:00 a representative from AARP will be at the Center for a tech fair.

1:00-2:30 Intro to Android Smartphones, 3:30-4:30 Books, News, and Music on your Android Smartphones, 5:30-6:30 Staying Safe Online. During the workshops mobile devices and tablets will be provided. These are free class, register for one or all three class.

Ceramics Class – Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30-12:00 and contains all the supplies and equipment you will need to produce knickknacks, works of art, and functional pieces. The instructor, Cindy Mangone, has information for the beginner to advanced student. The cost is $1.50 each time you attend plus supplies.

Craft Day – On Tuesdays at 12:45 to 4:00, a small group of se-

Want to Jam – Bring your instrument and jam on Thursday, July 14 and August 11 from 3:30-5:00. Informal and all types of instruments are welcome.

Social Dance – Thursday evenings from 7:00-9:30. Cost $5. Dance to the musical genius of Tony Summerhays. Light refreshments will be served during the break and door prizes will be given.

Line Dancing – Tuesdays at 9:30 for all dancers and Tuesday afternoons at 2:00 for beginners. Cost is $2.00 and is paid the day of class. Shirlene Lundskog is our instructor.

Silver Pen Contest – Salt Lake County Aging & Adult Services, Library Services and the Salt Lake Community Writing Center invite all Seniors 60+ to participate in the 2016 Silver Pen Essay and Poetry Contest by writing and submitting your own essay or poetry. “As a Child I Wondered…” Entry Requirements: Authors who are 60+ years old, original, unpublished work created during 2016, minimum of 350 words for essay; maximum of 500 words, maximum of 30 lines for poetry. All essays must be submitted online: www.slco.org/aging/silver. Entry deadline: Friday, September 2, 2016.

niors meet to share their skills and knowledge of crafts. Newcomers are welcome.

Computer – Sign up and pay in advance ($3) for a private hour lesson on Tuesdays. Bring computer questions or gadget question (phone, camera, iPad) concerns to the private lessons. Sign up now.

Aging Mastery Program – The Center will offer Aging Mastery Program a 10-week course on Thursday, September 1 and will run through Thursday, November 3. Cost is $50. Topics include: Navigating Longer Lives, Sleep, Exercise, Healthy Eating & Hydration, Medication Management, Financial Fitness, Advance Planning, Healthy Relationships, Fall Prevention, and Community Engagement. Register now.

Trips: Brighton Silver Lake – On Tuesday, July 12 the Center’s bus will be traveling to Brighton Silver Lake at 11:30. Cost of the trip is $10 includes a picnic lunch. Register now.

Utah Festival Opera – The Center bus will be making two trips to Logan for the Utah Festival Opera to see the matinee performances of Show Boat on Thursday, July 21 and Porgy and Bess on Thursday, August 4. Both trips leave at 9:30 and will have lunch at the Bluebird (on your own) then see the shows. The cost of each trip is $55 for transportation and show tickets. Register snow Springville World Folkfest – The Center bus will travel to the Springville World Folkfest on Thursday, July 28 at 5:00. Cost is $10 and includes transportation and entrance to the Festival.

Dinner is on you. Registration begins on July 8.

Wasatch Wildflower Festival – The Center bus will travel to Brighton for the Wasatch Wildflower Festival, an event hosted by the Cottonwood Canyons Foundation that celebrates the beauty and diversity of wildflowers in the Wasatch. The trip will leave Friday, July 29 at 10:00. Cost is $10 and includes a picnic lunch.

Registration begins July 6.

Living Planet Aquarium – The Center bus will make two trips to the world class Loveland Living Planet Aquarium on Tuesday, August 9 or Thursday, August 18 at 10:00. Cost is $20. Registration begins July 20.

Payson Salmon Supper – The Center will charter a bus to attend the 62nd annual Payson Salmon Supper on Friday, August 5. The bus will depart at 2:30, the cost is $26 and registration begins on July 13.

Utah Shakespeare Festival – The Center will charter a bus to visit the Tony Award winning Shakespeare Festival, August 2931. Join usfor three plays this year, Much Ado About Nothing, Cocoanuts, and Henry V. The two Shakespeare shows will be in the brand new Engelstaf Shakespeare Theatre. The cost is $325 per person (double occupancy) and $425 (single). Register now.

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Murray Schools Support Girls On The Run Program

By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com

Local sponsors donated funds that paid for 49 girls at Parkside Elementary, a Title I school, to participate in Girls on the Run program and more, including giving each girl a pair of running shoes. — Joelle Rasmussen

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ore than 49 girls at Parkside Elementary and 25 girls at Woodstock Elementary were among 110 teams of third- through sixth-grade girls in Utah who took part in a 12-week, 24-lesson program this spring, combining exercise with life skills. Grant Elementary, Twin Peaks Elementary and AISU also had teams.

Girls on the Run is a non-profit program that has involved more than one million girls across the United States and Canada to become independent thinkers, enhance their problem solving skills and make healthy decisions while combining to train for a 5K race. Groups, coordinated by volunteers through schools, usually meet after school twice each week.

At Woodstock, the girls started in February and were organized into a thirdgrade team and a fourth- through sixthgrade team. Many of the lessons centered on team building, strengthening self-esteem, bullying issues, positive vs. negative self talk, messages from the media and struggles they may encounter as they enter the preteen and teen years, said Christy Van Orman, who volunteers to coach third-graders along with Teisa Linscott. The other Woodstock team is coached by Jill Kinder, Marci Olson and Barb Wilking.

“It’s better that this is a preventative approach so they’ll know how best to make the decisions once they may face them and know how to make healthy choices,” she said. “It addresses how to deal with physical, mental and emotional challenges and how to talk about conflict. At the same time, we’re active while we have discussions since children learn better with movement. The program encourages healthy behavior.”

The curriculum focuses on understanding themselves, valuing relationships and

Parkside girls and volunteers train for the Girls of the Run 5K, which was held May 21. The program is a 12-week, 24-lesson program this spring, combining exercise with life skills. — Joelle Rasmussen

teamwork and understanding how they connect with and shape the world.

The first nine lessons focused on self awareness, thinking positive, making positive choices, recognizing emotions and dealing with feelings in a healthy way, gratitude and taking a step back to think before responding in a difficult situation.

In the second set of lessons, the groups looked at healthy relationships, cooperation, peer pressure, bullying, gossiping and choosing good friends.

“We wanted girls to look at the difference between good friends and bad friends — friends who encourage you and those who don’t,” she said.

During the last sessions, Woodstock teams decided to extend to the world around them by helping refugees at Lincoln Elementary in Salt Lake City. It started with a food drive, then extended to a clothing drive.

“Many of these students there are refugees so we wanted to have a collection of items that they could prepare themselves such as opening a can of fruit or preparing Easy Mac in a microwave. We built on that and went through the neighborhood saying we’d collect clothing on May 10, then once we bundled it up, another coach took it to their school,” she said.

Woodstock teams would run laps around their school, gradually increasing the amounts they practiced until they held a practice 5K on April 28. Girls had an adult running buddy that could be a parent, aunt, neighbor, teacher or a volunteer from the community. At the Woodstock run, Principal Yvonne Pearson and a couple teachers joined the teams running through their neighborhood.

“Many girls start out in a sprint, so the running buddy can help them learn how to pace themselves. I love running and am able

Woodstock Girls of the Run teams ran laps around their school, gradually increasing the amounts they practiced until they held a practice 5K on April 28. — Christy Van Orman

to deal with emotional stress through exercise so this is just another tool we are giving these girls to prepare them for facing difficult situations as they grow up,” Van Orman said.

Woodstock, Parkside and other Murray schools met at the final event, the May 21 5K race, which was more than just a race. It was a celebration complete with face painting, music and fun stations all inspired to motivate

“I was inspired by a program that teaches girls empowerment while training for a 5K race.” girls to have fun while realizing they made a tangible sense of achievement by completing the 5K, she said.

Joelle Rasmussen, who is one coach of Parkside’s five teams and also the school’s speech-language pathologist, said that her girls were charged for the race.

“The run was great, despite the rain,” she said. “ Their times were faster than usual, I think because they were cold and wet so they wanted to finish sooner.”

Rasmussen, who brought the program to Parkside last year, first learned about the program from her cousin in Maryland.

“I was inspired by a program that teaches girls empowerment while training for a 5K race,” she said.

However, she knew it would be difficult for students at Parkside, a Title I school, to pay for the program. So, she turned to their school sponsors, Workers Compensation Fund, who donated $1,000, and Steven Dailey Construction, who donated $1,500, which

covered the funds for all 49 girls to participate in the program, including race fees, T-shirt, snacks, water bottle, programming material and running shoes.

She also was joined by nine teachers who volunteered to be coaches as well as a youth volunteer coach. Then, family members, teachers and community members joined the girls as running buddies.

They also extended other learning opportunities to the group, such as learning from the Women in STEM from Nelson Laboratories, who talked to the girls about professions in science and let them participate in hands-on experiments.

Rasmussen said she has seen changes in girls through the program, from sisters constantly putting one another down to learning how to compliment one another by the end of the season.

“It was amazing to watch how difficult this task was when we started and how easy it is for them now. They are learning to give each other space and respect,” she said, crediting the program that is designed to create healthy, confident girls.

Another girl, who moved with her family to the United States, said she hit her head when she was in first grade and ended up in a wheelchair. She began physical therapy and has learned to walk again.

“I saw the program of Girls on the Run and I joined. My therapist said it would help my right leg. It helped me a lot and teaches me to stay positive,” said the 10-year-old girl, who’s name is not being released.

Those are rewards Rasmussen sees with the program.

“I am thrilled to bring Girls on the Run to Parkside, to help them learn they can do hard things, to teach them they can become more than they can imagine,” she said. 

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Liberty Fun Run Changes to Fundraiser, Boosts School Spirit

By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com

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bout five years ago, Liberty Elementary parent Niki Mabey wanted to introduce a spring fun run to complement the school’s annual fall turkey trot.

“I was thinking kids always get excited about races and so it was a way they could get more fit and have fun at the same time with friends,” she said.

This year, Principal Jill Burnside decided to turn the fun run into a fundraiser for physical education equipment, with a goal of raising $10,000.

At last count, Mabey said they surpassed the goal and had raised $15,400.

“The kids may have gotten more excited; they wore their school T-shirts from the fun run and it just becomes bigger every year,” she said.

Burnside said she wanted each student to have a T-shirt.

“The PTA [Parent-Teacher Association] bought the shirts for the students with a great discount,” Burnside said. “We wanted everyone in the school from each child to every staff member to wear it as a sense of community and to build school spirit. They can wear these shirts all year long.”

Students also could keep the race bibs that were donated by Wasatch Running for the fun run. Smith’s in Midvale donated fruit for after the race as well as money for raffle prizes.

Top student finishers received medals at the year-end assembly and could compare times from previous years, as they were posted in the hall before the fun run.

“It was fun to see how kids were running faster and saying before the race that they wanted to beat their times,” Mabey said.

Miliana Gaudia, Hailey Myers and Reina Perez wanted to be top finishers since they were the top three in the fall turkey trot. They, again, were the top three girls to finish in fourth grade.

“It was a fun run because I got to run it with my friends,” Hailey said.

Classmate Serenity Snow said that she likes to run even though she isn’t athletic.

“I was encouraging friends around

me to run and helping out those who needed someone to be with them,” she said. “We’re all in this together.”

Fourth-grader Samantha Payan said that she brought in $65 to contribute to new school playground equipment.

“We get a lot more stuff for the money than if we sold cookie dough and they take half of it,” she said.

That’s one of the things Ann Welker, grandmother of third-grader Jeffrey Hill, liked about the event. She was there with Hill’s mother, Asia Cummings.

“This is something they can all do together to raise all the money, not just a portion of it,” she said. “The school has come together with a common goal and the kids are excited about doing it.

It involves physical activity and creates unity. They can say, ‘Look what we can do and how we can make a difference if we do it together.’”

After racing through the neighborhood, students could run additional laps around the school field to get tickets. The tickets were for the May 24 raffle prizes.

“We needed a school fundraiser, and this is such a fun piece of the school, we decided to build upon it,” Burnside said.

“It’s the most money since we raised $6,000, which was the most we’ve raised in the past 28 years. It’s wonderful the way the community is supporting us.”

The funds raised will be used to overhaul the PE equipment, including getting new indoor foam balls, goal posts, hockey sticks and hula hoops as well as improving the soccer goal posts and basketball standards on the playground, she said.

Fourth-grade teacher Toni Wilkins said teachers had students working together toward the common goal.

“We’d rally behind raising money and why we needed the funds,” she said.

“It really built up our school spirit and our community support. At the same time, the kids were chomping at the bit wanting to run, so they worked up to it doing extra laps at recess.”

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By surpassing their goals, the students also got to create human sundaes out of Burnside, Wilkins, secretary Karen Peterson and about 14 faculty members.

“The sixth-graders came up with the idea and I honestly didn’t think we’d hit it, so I thought I’d be safe,” Burnside said. Later she was coated with several layers of ice cream, whipped cream and sprinkles.

The top finishers in the fun run were kindergartner boys Grayson Medell, first; Trexson LaRocoo, second; and Landon Biltz, third; and girls Liza Jorgensen, first; Bailey Trujillo, second; and Emily Breinholt, third.

First-grade top runners were boys Colin Slater, first; Ian Mills, second; and Jess Maquin-Tijerino, third; and girls Amelia Schow, first; Cimmie Hunter, second; and Allie Lobach, third.

Second-graders who finished in the top three in the fun run were boys Carlos Nieto-Rosales, first; Amos Guillen, second; and Colt Demann, third; and girls Katelyn Jorgensenm, first; Charlize Nielson, second; and Ava Lopez, third.

Third-grade boy top finishers included Ryan Lobach, first; Jesse Mitchell, second; and Parker Nelson, third. The top thirdgrade girl finishers in the fun run were Annelise Slater, first; Isabel Mills, second; and Mia Christensen, third.

Top finishers in the fourth grade included boys Drew Carpenter, first; Caden Peterson, second; and Kayden Racine, third; with girls Miliana Gaudia, first; Hailey Meyers, second; and Reina Perez-Garcia, third.

Fifth-graders who finished in the top three places at the fun run included boys Dallin Mabey, first; Josh Boulden, second; Daxton Boss, third; and girls Meredith Nelson, first; Kaylee Allen, second; and Angie Newey, third.

The top sixth-grade finishers included Colton Hunter, first; Dahlen Brereton, second; and Jacob Carpenter, third; and girls Alexis Archuleta, first; Hailey Mulvey, second; and Rebecca Lynn Breinholt, third. 

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On your mark: Liberty students take off at the school’s fifth annual fun run. This year, it was made into a fundraiser to help raise more than $15,000 for playground equipment. —Julie Slama

Liberty fourth-grade teacher Toni Wilkins has an extra-sweet day as students turn her into a human sundae May 27 to celebrate surpassing their fundraising goal with the school fun run. —Julie Slama

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July 2016 – Mayor’s Message

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wo years ago the Salt Lake County Aging and Adult Services approached my office to see if we would possibly have city employees volunteer to help with the Meals on Wheels program. It was offered to our employees and many volunteered to help with this service for some of our residents. We have over 20 employees helping with this program and they deliver anywhere from four to eight meals on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Many comment on how it has changed their perception of life and how they get very attached to the people on their route.

The Meals on Wheels program helps those who are frail or possibly alone to have a mid-day meal.

Meals are delivered Monday through Friday, with some holiday and weekend meals being delivered for use at a later date.

The program was started in Salt Lake City in the mid-70s and was first housed in the old Salt Lake County Hospital complex where the Salt Lake County Government Center now sits – 2001 South State Street.

It started small with only a couple of routes and a few trucks. Today there are 1,270 meals delivered daily, 36 percent of those are provided by volunteer teams. There are 50+ volunteer teams who deliver on a regular basis.

The longest running teams have been giving for over 20 years.

Salt Lake County, in connection with the Utah State University Salt Lake Extension, has just partnered to provide fresh produce to seniors. Many seniors do not have the resources to go to the store for fresh produce or have easy access to fresh fruits and vegetables. The MealsPlus Program will now provide new items to their recipients. Currently, volunteers are needed at Wheeler Historic Farm. There are two shifts: 9 a.m.–noon to assist with maintaining the garden and produce; or 1–4 p.m. to help sort the food for distribution. For additional information, call Arlene Zortman at 385-468-3197 or Matt Waite at 385-468-3204.

Murray City was just awarded a plaque “In Recognition of the Outstanding Volunteer Service to the Senior Community and Promoting Healthy Communities through the Delivery of Meals on Wheels.” I sincerely wish to thank the city employees who faithfully and willingly take time to not only provide a service to some of our residents, but who cheerfully go out of their way to brighten the day for someone else. 

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Green Space, Family Activities Contribute to CountyQuality of Life

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he days are growing longer and warmer, and that means many county residents are looking for things to do outside this summer. We are blessed to live in the beautiful state of Utah, with countless scenic locations that draw locals and outsiders alike. But residents don’t have to go far to enjoy the bright summer days and pleasant evenings outside.

Salt Lake County is home to over 70 parks throughout the valley, as well as 25 designated open space areas. From structured activities and events, to reservable outdoor amenities, to simple green space areas to get away from it all, there are plenty of options to enjoy the summer.

You might wonder why the county has such a plethora of outdoor spaces for its residents. The answer is simple: we are committed to creating an environment in which our residents can thrive. More than just an entity charged with providing basic governmental services, Salt Lake County is invested in the well-being of its residents. Healthy, wholesome activities that foster families and friendships is an important part of that success.

We want Salt Lake County to be a great place to live, work, raise a family, and recreate. Outdoor venues for a variety

of activities contribute to good mental and physical health, and increase the sense of community our residents feel. We work better together as friends neighbors, and—yes elected officials—when we have a strong emotional investment in our community. I firmly believe adequate open spaces contribute to this community approach.

Whenever I face a budgetary decision in my role as a member of the County Council, I always ask myself some key questions. First, is this the proper role of government? In our zeal to solve problems and provide resources to our residents, it’s always helpful to constantly remind ourselves what the appropriate role of county government is. Second, is this an efficient and effective use of taxpayer dollars? We want to make sure any government funded program, facility, or resource is operating with sound principles. And third, is this in accordance with the wishes of the taxpayers? Our job is to represent the people and their priorities as the public servants that we are.

The county’s open space amenities meet all three of these questions with a resounding yes. Open spaces are by definition a public good, our Parks and Rec department is a great example of efficiency, and voters have shown again and again the value

they place on parks and open space.

We can always improve in our administration and management of county resources, and we welcome public input to help us do that. But I for one am pleased to live in a county that values the benefits to health and community that our beautiful outdoor spaces provide.

So this summer gather up the kids or grab your friends and come visit one of our many parks or open spaces. I hope to see you out there! 

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Les Schwab The tires must go on!

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urray Les Schwab keeps its commitment to customers and the community rolling while it builds a new store at the familiar location on State Street As far as Billy Wendling is concerned, less is definitely more, even when it comes to the size of the local Les Schwab Tire Center store he manages. The current facility is being demolished and rebuilt in a better, more streamlined configuration right in the same spot, and the store is open for business throughout construction.

“The current store size actually made it harder to work efficiently for our customers,” Wendling said. “The employees were too far away from each other — if you were working on a car in one of the bays, you were a long way from people at the front desk. We’ll be able to get customers back on the road more quickly and employ more crew members in the new space.”

Les Schwab sells only the highest quality products backed by its world-class service and warranties. The company’s Best Tire Value Promise gives customers peace of mind, because the workmanship is guaranteed for the life of the tires. Founder Les Schwab passed away in 2007, but his vision of doing the right thing for customers, communities and crews is still the foundation of the company’s culture. Employees are focused on more than the day’s transaction; they want to build customers for life.

Fostering a strong community giving program is Les Schwab’s way of repaying customer loyalty by reinvesting in their home towns. For the Murray store, this community support includes sponsorship of numerous teams at Murray High School, including football, baseball, softball, and boys and girls basketball. These contributions help the student athletes buy uniforms and equipment as well as pay for their travel and lodgings when they play in out-of-state-tournaments.

The store also supports the annual Wasatch Front National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Memorial Golf Tournament, which just took place on June 24. These tournaments help the foundation provide resources like scholarships for the families of firefighters who died in the line of duty. And during the holidays, in addition to helping to collect coats that will be distributed to

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Les Schwab opened in Murray in 2003, in an existing building the company bought. The more sophisticated new store design features green technology principles in lighting and ventilation and an expanded waiting area that includes a display space for highlighting community partnerships.

Customers and employees both will enjoy greater access to daylight and views of the shop.

Look for news of the store’s grand opening January 2017, when there’ll be a celebration featuring giveaways, local food, savings and fun activities. In the meantime, you can still rely on the Murray store for tires, wheels or even a free pre-trip safety check — they’ll examine your tire air pressure and tread depth as well as brakes, shocks and battery — to keep your summer adventures on track. 

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Nelson Brothers Student Housing: The parent’s Guide to Finding the Perfect Fit 1. Does it make life efficient and easy?

Securing housing that places your student in proximity to everything he or she needs can be tricky, but will make a big difference over time. “People don't realize how much 10-15 minutes a day adds up over four years,” said Nelson. “Make sure you choose a place that makes your student’s life efficient so they spend time on what is most important.” Ultimately, if Jacob’s life is more efficient, mine will be too.

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tudent housing has been on my mind as my son, Jacob, prepares for college. While we’re focusing on ACT prep, perfecting his GPA, and finishing that Eagle Scout for the finishing touch on his college applications, my mind is going full speed ahead.

Finding the right type of housing in Utah will help define Jacob’s college experience. So, I was excited to sit down with Pat Nelson, CEO of Nelson-Brothers Property Management (managing over 19 student housing properties throughout the country, including University Gateway, University Towers, 9 & 9 Lofts, Park Plaza, 900 Factory, and Alpine Flats in Utah) to get some tips on how to choose the best student housing.

Here are four things to consider before you put money down on that first month’s rent.

2. Is it safe?

The location is a plus, but the condition of the property needs to be evaluated. For example, are the units equipped with carbon monoxide alarms and lighted hallways? Is it in a good neighborhood? How well does the management care for the property? Do I feel comfortable around the other residents?

Look for properties that are near public transportation and provide safe and well-lighted parking.

3. Is it priced right?

Do you rent the nicest apartment or the one that’s budget friendly? The answer is to consider your needs and the amenities the housing provides. “Some properties may charge more, but they offer on-site laundry facilities, a fully furnished unit, a swimming pool, free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, or a game room,” said Nelson. “The cost of many of those features is

figured into the rent and could save you money overall.

Even more importantly, it can give students more time at the library instead of hassling with the laundromat or constantly searching for the nearest Wi-Fi hotspot.”

Before you scratch the upscale apartments off your list, add up the cost of the perks—it might be worth it.

4. Does it have the right vibe?

Different apartment complexes have different vibes—you’ll be happiest with one that suits your student's lifestyle best. “A law student may not want to live in a highly social complex,” said Nelson. “Rather, he or she will probably need a quieter, more academic environment. In contrast, an incoming freshman may enjoy an environment with a robust social network.”

To ensure your student’s home away from home will be sweet, allow yourself enough time to consider factors like the freshman experience, location, safety, price, and social element of the available properties.

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Gardner Village

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ardner Village is a staple and award-winning gathering place in Salt Lake County for holidays, weddings and community events as well as a living, breathing snapshot of Utah history.

The central historical icon is a flour mill built by pioneer Archibald Gardner in 1877. Gardener, a Scottish immigrant, arrived in the Salt Lake Valley with the original Mormon Pioneer in 1847.

In what is now West Jordan, Gardener Village began to exist in its first modern iteration in May 1980 as Country

Furniture and Gifts, founded by Nancy Long.

Long purchased originally the property in 1979. The mill and surrounding property had passed through several ownerships and had become vacant. Long first converted the mill into a house. But her entrepreneurship drove her to open the furniture store and added a restaurant, Archbald’s Restaurant in Jan. 1990. The restaurant is housed in the old mill to this day.

Country Furniture and Gifts has since rebranded to CF Home Furniture & Design, offering unique many pieces, including Flexsteel Upholstery and a Capel Rugs.

Long, her family and hardworking staff transformed the dilapidated area into a charming retail community featuring several relocated and restored historic buildings that make up the Gardener Village shops. Historically themed features include covered bridges, red brick paths and enchanting gardens.

Gardener Village was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. The register is a list of historic builds deemed worthy of preservation and thus receive certain benefits from government.

The ownership of the project has since transferred to two of Long’s children: Joe Long and daughter Angie Gerdes.

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Gardener Village has grown to include more than 20 shops and eateries, an animal rescue, event hall, and a ballet conservatory. The shops are brimming with the latest trends in home décor, clothing, jewelry, candy, quilts, antiques and more.

The combination of the historic buildings and one-of-akind shops make fore a truly vintage experience for locals and tourists alike.

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Nothing to do with Coupons – An Evening at Red Butte Gardens with the Monkees

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ast week some friends and I enjoyed the musical stylings of the Monkees at Red Butte Garden. Being a Monkees generation Baby Boomer, who dreamed of one day marring Davey Jones, I could not wait to see them. Dawning my tie-dyed style neon shirt I was ready to sing every song right along with them.

Now, I could go on about how to save money when attending a concert at Red Butte. What’s allowed, what to bring, how to get tickets, where to park, but I’m feeling the need to deviate from the money saving genre for a moment.

When the Monkees performed Shades of Gray they expressed that it was time for us to rock out with the dearly departed Davey Jones. They told us because of the shootings in Florida just 3 days earlier, this song was far too emotional for them to sing it alone. They then brought up video and the voice of Davey singing the song as they played and we sung along.

In light of what’s going on in the world and right here in our own country the audience

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and the performers (Dolenz and Tork) were overwhelmed with sorrow while performing.

It was an emotional moment that left me, and I imagine a great many of the audience with tears in our eyes.

Some dear friends of mine are an interracial couple that have been married for many years. They are an amazing family raising 4 great kids, that routinely give back to the community. She mentioned the other day that while dining at a restaurant right here, in the self proclaimed most tolerant state in America, that when the server presented the check(s) they had been separated for each to pay their own. When asked, the waitress admitted she had made assumption and apologized. My friend chuckled and went on to tell me that this was not an isolated incident and that these things happen all the time. It was just something they live with, something that has become routine. She stated that this was mild compared to some of what they’ve experienced.

Our religious leaders of every faith preach kindness and tolerance daily, that it

Don’t get me wrong, I’m a very spiritual person, but until all leaders of this country start teaching the real meaning of peace and tolerance and lead by example instead of words, how will it ever get better? Won’t we just continue on this slippery path? As someone that lived through the hate that was going on during the Shades of Gray era, myself, and I’m sure the 47 families, that today are living without a loved one, can say it’s definitely not getting any better. 

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A Voice Crying in the Wilderness

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ummer means camping. Outdoor living is a wonderful way to acquaint your children with Lyme disease, tourniquets, tick removal, poison ivy, skunk identification, rabid chipmunks and tent life. Why go to a hotel when you can sleep on the ground in a Ziploc bag?

It’s a mythological fact that camping builds character. Okay, I’ll admit camping builds some characters; the Unabomber comes to mind. After living in a remote cabin with no electricity or running water, Mr. Unabomber started a nationwide bombing crusade.

But still, families plan extravagant camping adventures and look forward to spending an inordinate amount of time living like squatters in the mountains with their loved ones.

Their days are filled with card games, sing-alongs, murderous rage and fishing.

And by the way, fishing is not a sport. “Sport” indicates a level of exertion, sweat and training. I’ve never seen a sport that involves kicking back in a camp chair and swilling a cold beer while holding onto a stick. It could easily be confused with the sport of TV watching.

One of my daughters refused to even cast a fishing line, afraid she might hit a trout on the head with a lure, causing it to need glasses for the rest of its fishy life.

Hiking is another fun camp activity, if “fun” means you enjoy carrying toddlers for a 4-hour hike that would have taken

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And who can forget the hellish outhouses where you just know there’s a snake coiled up behind you or a spider creeping around the toilet seat or a swarm of wasps waiting for you to exit.

When nighttime rolls around and it’s time to build a fire, you soon realize it should be called building a smoke. All the green wood your kids gathered creates billows of hot, grey air that infiltrates every piece of clothing you own. Plus, the wind blows through the campfire, distributing hot ash, eye-melting

smoke and pieces of exploding branches so everyone around the fire can enjoy the great outdoors.

Once you finally have a campfire merrily dancing in the pit (usually around 2 a.m.), it’s fun to roast marshmallows that your kids won’t eat because they’re burnt, and look at the stars.

Me: Aren’t the stars beautiful?

Daughter #1: It’s making my neck hurt. Can I stop looking?

Me: No. Daughter #2: What if a star fell on us right now?

Daughters #3 and #4: (Crying because they don’t want a star to fall on them.)

Me: Forget it. Go get in your Ziploc bags.

Safety is always a concern when camping. “Don’t Feed the Bears” signs encourage campers to lock food in the car so bears don’t get into your Oreos. Shouldn’t the signs also warn you that a bear can easily shred your tent, looking for juicy, humanflavored tidbits? But, hey, as long as the Oreo cookies are safe.

Once camp is over, a miracle happens. Everyone forgets the scraped-shins, fire-singed fingers, burned breakfasts, lost underwear and temper tantrums. And suddenly you’re planning next year’s camping trip to acquaint your children with dehydration, crazy hermits, leaf toilet paper, stinging nettle, wet socks, outdoor swearing and organic granola. Because why go to a restaurant when you can eat soot-covered hot dogs in a rainstorm? 