Heritage Remembrances

Taylorsville Bennion Heritage REMEMBRANCES

The Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Museum has a history book on the shelves called “Faces, Footprints, and Shadows,” written by Grant Bennion Powell, who grew up in Taylorsville.

His mother braided the oval rug in the kitchen of the museum, and Powell donated it to us. To our recollection, he hasn’t been featured before so we will start the new year of 2023 with a walk back in Taylorsville time.

Powell invites us on a journey as he delves into his family history, tracing his roots to the mid-1700s. Sharing stories of his ancestors’ trials and triumphs, we learn how the same work ethic, commitment and ambition that sustained these pioneers helped form the man Powell became.

Along the way, he shares his thoughts on family, commitment and the in uences of his church. We read brutal tales of World War II and Korea, sharing in his challenges and ultimate success as he transforms from the lowliest clerk at the Federal Reserve to president of his own international consulting business. He tells of his one true love, Beverly, the life they so richly shared and the family he valued.

Would we all be as dedicated to write our own histories and leave such a detailed tale of our lives in Taylorsville. Visit the museum, 1488 W. 4800 South, to read Powell’s history (and many others) for yourself. It won’t disappoint!

Don’t Miss These Library Events

The Taylorsville Library has planned several programs during the month of January. You’ll want to mark your calendar for these events:

WALKING BOOK CLUB

Thursdays in January, 10 a.m. Walk and discuss “A Long Petal of the Sea” by Isabel Allende. The Walking Book Club is great for readers interested in a weekly walk session and book discussion. The group reads one book over the course of three weeks, discussing it in segments. It meets Thursdays from 10-11:15 a.m. Take a 30-minute walk along the paths behind the library and then participate in a 30-minute book discussion. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Strollers are welcome. “A Long Petal of the Sea” reading schedule: Jan. 5: Part One Jan. 12: Part Two Jan. 19: Part Three

VIRTUAL LECTURE | The Human Body: An Owner's Manual for Occupants

Monday, Jan. 9, 7 p.m. Register at: thecountylibrary.org/LectureSeries Add years to your life and life to your years! Learn how to eat to live, turn exercise into a fountain of youth and make sleep your superpower.

MUSIC & MOVEMENT

Tuesdays in January, 10:30 a.m., starting Jan. 10 Can you “head, shoulders, knees and toes” with the best? Enjoy this music, movement and fun for little ones and their grownups.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

Wednesdays in January, 10:30 a.m., starting Jan. 11 This activity o ers interactive early learning story-time for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.

PUPPET PLAYERS: LITTLE RED AND BIG BAD

Monday, Jan. 23, 6 p.m. This puppet story features a poor hungry wolf only trying to get a square meal. Little Red isn’t much help because her basket is lled up with junk food. What’s a hungry wolf to do?

VIRTUAL LECTURE | A Glimpse of India Through the Art of Durga Ekambaram

Tuesday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m. Register at: thecountylibrary.org/LectureSeries Learn about the diverse culture, history and traditions of India through the art and perspective of artist Durga Ekambaram.

LIBRARY CLOSURES:

Monday, Jan. 2: New Year's Day (observed) Monday, Jan. 16: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

TRYOUTS

Monday, Jan. 30th • 7 to 9 p.m. Taylorsville City Hall Come prepared with 16 bars of your favorite Gershwin song

An Evening ofFascinating Rhythm

Featuring the Gershwin Brothers music

SHOW

Feb. 24th & 25th

Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center Studio 5400 Theater Ticket Jan. 2023 | Page details to come 21

JANUARY UPDATES

Curbside Christmas Tree Collection

Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling District will be collecting Christmas trees this month. For collection, ll out a Curbside Tree Pickup Request Form on their website (www.wasatchfrontwaste. org), or call the WFWRD office at 385-468-6325. Place your undecorated trees on your curb and they will be collected the day after your regular collection day during the month of January. If drivers don’t grab your tree one week, they will be back the following week. Please call the WFWRD o ce, or chat with them online for additional information. Please remove all snow o the tree. • Trees with decorations, lights, tree stands or ocking cannot be accepted. • Do not place the tree in your garbage, recycling or green waste can. • If the tree is over 8 feet tall, please cut it into smaller sections. • Arti cial trees cannot be accepted.

Waste in the Winter

As we all dig out of the snow, it would help WFWRD drivers if residents could move waste and recycling cans from behind snowbanks on collection day. Please also remember to clear the snow o the top of your lids.

As the winter months continue, the possibility of bad weather could affect the district’s ability to provide timely service to your neighborhood. Their Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages are the best way for residents and customers to nd out if there could be a delay in service due to weather or tra c complications. Please follow WFWRD on social media to stay apprised of these issues and also to receive waste and recycling tips and updates.

WFWRD Recycling

Visit the WFWRD website to check out all the amazing recycling guides to help you learn what goes in the can! From paper to plastic to cardboard, the district is working hard to find new opportunities to accept more materials and make sure they are being recycled in the most environmentally friendly way possible. Make sure to take the time to familiarize yourself with items that are currently recyclable by checking out the guides on their website (www. wasatchfrontwaste.org), or by following them on social media. Scan the QR code for quick access to these links. By reducing contamination, WFWRD can continue to keep costs low for all of our residents. Remember, when in doubt, throw it out. Page 22 | Jan. 2023

Ready for Spring? Take These Classes at the Conservation Garden

The Conservation Garden Park is offering free classes to inspire, educate and empower residents to create and enjoy waterwise landscapes. Located on 10 acres in West Jordan, the Garden Park is easily accessible from all Wasatch Front communities.

The Garden began with six examples of waterwise landscaping in a mock residential setting. It has since expanded to include interactive exhibits for educating the public on waterwise design, planting and irrigation — becoming one of Utah’s premier water conservation teaching and demonstration gardens.

Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District, as a member agency of Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District, encourages customers to explore this valuable resource. Sign up for classes by going online to conservationgardenpark.org.

If you have any questions, please contact Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District by calling 801-968-9081 or visiting www.tbid.org. Follow TBID on Facebook and Twitter.

Please no parking after snowstorms

Taylorsville Ordinance 11.20.080:

No parking after snow and/or ice accumulation, until after the street or highway is cleared. Towing and/or citations are enforced. Call 801-963-5400 opt. 5 with questions.