Clearfield Connection June - August 2022

CLEARFIELD CONNECTION

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS!

Centennial Events EVENT INFO PG 6

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Women in Business

July/August 2022

OFFICIAL CLEARFIELD CITY MAGAZINE! www.clearfieldmagazine.com

Local Business Woman Leslie Shurtliff of Crafty Thrivin’ See pg. 13

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Happy Centennial

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his year is Clearfield City’s centennial birthday, and we are so excited to celebrate turning 100 with you! Our centennial celebrations include more events, a birthday carnival, and the biggest 4th of July we’ve ever had.

The centennial is a time for us to reflect on our motto for the year: “Pride in our Past, Eyes to the Future.” Clearfield was formally established on July 17, 1922, and there were approximately 700 residents and 10 businesses. Now, we have approximately 32,000 residents and 1,450 businesses. We’ve come a long way and have exciting projects on the horizon.

WRITERS Mayor Mark Shepherd Hailey Minton Ryan Spelts Kim Crook Jenny Goldsberry Kristina Case Kris Blankman AD DESIGN Robert Dodd Abigail Rigby Crystal Rappleye Hyrum Rappleye

This year, we’ve kicked off two of the biggest developments in Clearfield’s history. We broke ground on Clearfield Station and began construction on the 500 West Extension project. These capital projects will boost Clearfield’s economy and livability for future generations.

EDITORS Hailey Minton Brittany Carroll Kassie Baker

Clearfield’s growth over the last 100 years would not have been possible without you. Thank you for investing in our city and making Clearfield your home.

CONNECT WITH US!

Happy centennial!

Mayor Mark Shepherd

News, contests, photos from readers and lots more! We love hearing from you!

Stay connected!

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“The centennial is a time for us to reflect on our motto for the year: “Pride in our Past, Eyes to the Future.”

The city's website has information on every department in the city and our social media channels will keep you updated!

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Disclaimer: The paid advertisements contained within the Clearfield Connection magazine are not endorsed or recommended by Connection Publishing or Clearfield City. Therefore, neither party may be held liable for the business practices of these companies. The City is also not responsible for any content in the magazines except for that which they directly submit for print.

MESSAGE FROM THE PUBLISHER We are excited to announce that Clearfield City has partnered with Connection Publishing, a local magazine company, to bring you the Clearfield Connection magazine. This magazine will serve as your city newsletter. It will contain any city news and events, plus some other fun and entertaining articles, like students of the month, activity calendar, recipes, and local history. We look forward to featuring local stories about you and the people you know. Please feel free to reach out and suggest articles to

us. Also, watch for local contests like the Photo and Art contest, as well as advertisements from local businesses who will make this publication possible. You will receive a new magazine every other month and can also access the information online at Clearfieldmagazine.com. Feel free to reach our team at 801-624-9652 or email me at ryan@connectionpub.com. We are excited to connect with you!

-Ryan Spelts Publisher

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The Connection Publishing Team We asked the CP team this question:

What is on your summer BUCKET LIST? Ryan Spelts Owner/Publisher Melissa Spelts Owner Rhett Long Sales VP

“I would like to go to This is the Place, Heritage Park.”

Kristina Case Graphic Design Robert Dodd Graphic Design of Roy Connection, and Ad Design

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We’ve got snack ideas to help you feed the kids through the summer!

Hyrum Rappleye Ad Design

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Centennial Freedom Festival and other events on page 6!

Crystal Rappleye Ad Design Ann Park Sales & Operation Manager

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CITY NEWS

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COMMUNITY Calendar of Events Photo Contest Announcement Summer Bucket List

17 RECIPES

Kid-Approved Snacks

6 Centennial Day Events 12 Women in Business 17 Kid-Approved Snack Recipes

Connect with us on social media! @clearfield.connection

Kendal Rae Jensen Sales Diane Liberator Sales Hailey Minton Writer Jenny Goldsberry Writer Jaycee Gray Writer

Danielle Arana Sales

“Renovate my whole upstairs. It’s happening!”

Abigail Rigby Ad Design

“Starting a summer journal consisting of poems, prose, and short stories.”

Kim Crook Media Manager

Questions or comments? ryan@connectionpub.com or 801-624-9652 Website: www.clearfieldmagazine.com

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Brittany Carroll Editor

Kassie Baker Editor

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Clearfield City Updates Council Corner FrontRunner and Union Pacific trains roll through Clearfield each day with the steady, predictable sound of freight and people moving from one place to another. This year’s city council float honors the legacy of the rails as a critical part of life along the Wasatch Front.

From the old Bamberger Train Line that ran from Salt Lake to Ogden, to the trains the passed through the Naval Storage Depot (Freeport Center) during WWII, to the modern UTA FrontRunner lines at Clearfield Station, we hope you’ll enjoy our rail-themed float during the centennial parade this July 4th!

Honoring the Railroad

Our rail-themed float during the Centennial parade honors the importance of the many years the Union Pacific trains have been a critical part of life here.

CITY COUNCIL Be a part of meetings! You can participate in council meetings by attending in person or MEETINGS virtually via Facebook Live. Visit www.clearfield.city for meeting schedules and agendas.

CONTACT ELECTED OFFICIALS Mayor Mark Shepherd 801-540-0348 mark.shepherd@clearfieldcity.org

Council Member Vern Phipps 801-628-4673 vern.phipps@clearfieldcity.org

Council Member Kent Bush 801-940-4502 kent.bush@clearfieldcity.org

Council Member Tim Roper 801-682-6296 tim.roper@clearfieldcity.org

Council Member Nike Peterson 801-332-0323 nike.peterson@clearfieldcity.org

Council Member Karece Thompson 385-383-5600 karece.thompson@clearfieldcity.org

Now Hiring Summer Jobs!

Clearfield City is currently hiring for a variety of summer jobs, and we take applicants as young as 15 years old. We are looking for lifeguards, sports program assistants, parks maintenance workers, and more! Apply today at www.clearfield.city.

Scan for job page!

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CENTENNIAL SUMMER EVENTS Cops & Cars

Paint the Bridge

Search the City

Pool Bash

Movie in the Park

Patriotic Concert

June 18 - 10 AM

July 2 - 7:30 PM

June 24 - 7 PM

July 2 - 8:30 PM

Last week of June

July 3 - 7:30 PM

July 4 WSU Freedom Run - 7 AM Hometown Parade - 9:30 AM Freedom Festival - 6 PM

100th Birthday Carnival July 17- 6 PM

www.ccjuly4.com

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Bubble Party Aug. 20 - 11 AM

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CENTENNIAL FREEDOM FESTIVAL WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY FREEDOM RUN Monday, July 4 @ 7 a.m.

Start your Independence Day morning off with a 5K or 1-mile run on Clearfield’s Trails. Beginning at Steed Park, the route will take you through town, down the trails, and back up 1000 West. Registration is $10 and includes a shirt, medal, and raffle entry. Register: www.clearfield.life

HOMETOWN PARADE

FREEDOM FESTIVAL

Monday, July 4 – 9:30 a.m.

Come party with us and gather candy at one of the oldest traditions in the city. We are looking for 100 float entries in honor of our 100th birthday. To register your float or volunteer, contact us at 801-540-0901 or clearfieldparade@gmail.com. The route begins at City Hall down State Street and up SR-193 and ends at the high school.

Monday, July 6 @ 6 p.m.

The Freedom Festival at Fisher Park is the culmination of the July 4th experience – featuring tasty treats, fun vendors, ice-cold beverages, live music, and breathtaking fireworks.

Come dance to our live entertainment featuring Utah’s own Royal Bliss and Jagertown. Following the final act, the synchronized firework show will begin at about 10 p.m. In honor of our centennial, we will have the BIGGEST firework show this city has ever seen.

This is a year you won’t want to miss.

You won’t want to miss these FUN events!

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HAVE QUESTIONS about the race route, freedom festival layout, or are looking for vendor applications? Check out our 4th of July website: ccjuly4.com.

Want one of our centennial T-Shirts? Attend one of our events leading up to the 4th of July or participate in Search the City to get one!

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“PRIDE IN OUR PAST, EYES TO THE FUTURE.” A big milestone: breaking ground on the Clearfield Station!

Clearfield Station Groundbreaking

500 West Extension Project

One of the biggest milestones of our centennial year was breaking ground on the Clearfield Station Development Project.

The 500 W. Extension Project will improve safety and mobility on Antelope Drive and at connections with local cross streets by extending 500 W. into Freeport West and installing a new traffic intersection on Antelope Drive.

This 56-acre development is located at the Clearfield FrontRunner Station and includes: » 67,000 sq. ft. of commercial space

Work activities include the following: » extending 500 W. into Freeport West

» 550,000 sq. ft. of office space

» merging Jenny Lane and 1900 S. into 500 W.

» 1,000 residential units

» adding a new intersection on Antelope Drive where 500 W. will connect

» Community spaces (a park, xeriscaped walkways, a plaza, trail connections) This project will be built in phases over several years.

The first and current phase includes building the roads, walkways, utilities, and landscaping. After this phase is complete, our development partners will begin building the structures.

This project is a symbol of Clearfield’s growth and embodies our centennial slogan of “Pride in our Past, Eyes to the Future.”

» removing the traffic light at 300 W. and installing a stop sign » installing new curb, gutter, and sidewalk Construction started in March of this year and is anticipated to last through the end of 2022.

QUESTIONS For more information about either of these projects, visit www.clearfield.city or email the public involvement team at pr@clearfieldcity.org.

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Clearfield’s Water Conservation Efforts To reduce city water consumption, Clearfield City has implemented immediate increases to utility rates and created a water-wise plan for all city parks. Changes to water rates preserve the community’s water resources by encouraging conservation behaviors. Residents are encouraged to follow the watering recommendations set by Weber Water Basin Water Conservancy District, including watering 20 minutes for overhead sprays and 40 minutes for rotor sprinklers per week.

More recommendations can be found on their website: www. weberbasin.com/drought.

The Parks & Recreation Department developed a comprehensive plan to preserve the sports fields while balancing drought conditions. Conservation efforts in the plan include watering at a 20% reduced rate, changing grass heights to preserve the turf, turning off water to all park strips without trees, utilizing wetting agents and slow-release fertilizer, and more. The Parks Department installed new water monitoring systems in 2021 and reduced its water usage by over 30% that year.

For more information on water rate increases and conservation efforts, visit www.clearfield.city.

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Police Department’s New Autism Program The Clearfield City Police Department recently rolled out their Autism Awareness Enrollment program. This program helps law enforcement, EMS, Fire, and other emergency responders communicate and interact with individuals with autism.

Individuals can enroll themselves or someone they know in this program by voluntarily filling out the enrollment form found on the Police Department page of the city website.

Filling out the form provides critical information for emergency personnel responding to a scene or contacting an individual with autism.

Visit www.clearfield.city/police-department/ to enroll today!

This program helps law enforcement, EMS, Fire, and other emergency responders communicate and interact with individuals with autism.

NEW RESTAURANT!

Welcome Dirty Bird!

We welcome Clearfield’s newest restaurant, Dirty Bird! They will open June 16th and are located at 846 W. 1700 S. Clearfield, UT 84015. They specialize in Nashville-inspired fried chicken sandwiches and serve a variety of southern sides. For more information, visit their website at dirtybirdchxx.com.

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What’s coming to our city?

Curious about what else is coming to our city?

Clearfield’s Planning Department created a map that shows everything being built in our city right now. Visit www.clearfield.city/business-development/currentdevelopment-projects/ to view the map.

Summer Family Pass The Summer Family Fun Pass is on sale now! This provides you a summertime family membership to the Clearfield Aquatic and Fitness Center. A family membership includes unlimited access to the entire facility for two adults and up to four dependents. It’s time to jump into the pool or workout whenever you want!

Your Summer Family Fun Pass is good until Labor Day. If you end up wanting to come back, you can enroll in a family membership whenever you want. The Summer Family Fun Pass is $275 or is discounted to $225 for Clearfield residents (those that live, work, or own a business in Clearfield).

ON SALE NOW! UNLIMITED ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE FACILITY!

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What Can You do to Conserve?

SOME EASY SOLUTIONS: FIXING LEAKS, TAKING SHORTER SHOWERS, & PROPERLY ALIGNING SPRINKLERS Residents can help by reducing water usage outdoors by 60% and indoors by 10%. Clearfield City recommends residents follow Weber Basin Water Conservancy District’s guidelines for watering to decrease usage. The guidelines include watering 20 minutes for overhead sprays and 40 minutes for rotor sprinklers per week.

The state’s Slow the Flow program has great indoor and outdoor water conservation tips available on their website. Some of the tips include fixing leaks, taking shorter showers, properly aligning sprinklers, adjusting lawn mower heights, and more!

Check out watering recommendations at www.weberbasin.com/drought and find more ways to conserve at www.slowtheflow.org.

FOLLOW US on social media @clearfieldcity or visit our website www.clearfield.city/waterdepartment for water updates.

Financial Assistance Program Clearfield Community Services’ Financial Assistance Program can help cover the cost of recreation program fees. The financial assistance will cover up to 75% of the cost of registration (up to $90) for Clearfield residents who qualify. Assistance is also available for memberships at the Clearfield Aquatic & Fitness Center, which will cover up to 50% of the cost of a membership. Applicants need to provide proof of residency in Clearfield and proof of need for the program. Those who qualify for WIC, food stamps, or reduced school lunch are eligible for financial assistance.

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Each year, you will find spotlights of business owners, managers, and accomplished leaders.

We are so impressed each year with the amazing women business leaders in our community. Being the first magazine, we have the highlight on Crafty Thrivin’s owner Leslie Shurtliff. You will find her spotlight on the next page, and thanks for reading our publication.

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Shaundra has been the Communications Manager for Clearfield City since October 2021. She worked for Horrocks Engineers as a communication contractor for UDOT on projects like I-15 and worked for the Weber County Library System. Shaundra is excited about finding new ways to reach and engage residents in the community. She was instrumental in launching this new magazine as well as planning upcoming centennial events. Her team’s priority is engaging with residents on social media, and they currently respond to at least 80% of all mentions on social media with an average response time of 2-3 hours. Shaundra has loved working with the residents of Clearfield and is excited about continuing to engage and get to know them better.

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Crafty Thrivin’

Whatever your imagination can come up with, Crafty Thrivin’ can help you create it!

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eslie Shurtliff, along with her husband Ryan, created Crafty Thrivin’, a custom print and craft business, 14 years ago.

Born out of necessity and created with love, the online business began. Leslie had been laid off from an accounting job while on maternity leave, and she was looking for a way to help support her family while not working just to pay for childcare. She had a dream of someday owning a craft store.

The online business grew, and in November of 2020, the first brick and mortar store was opened in Syracuse. Leslie says that her grandmother instilled a love of all things creative in her while she was young. That passion is still with her today as she strives to share it with everyone and anyone that wants to create! Leslie is a busy mom of four and grandmother of two. She is the board president for the Down Syndrome Achievement Center and believes that donating time and talents is a wonderful way to help people feel better, do better, and be better. She says, “My push is to inspire other people to create, not just to create myself.”

She also feels it important to share gratitude and giving within the community.

Crafty Thrivin’ has always done vinyl, but they also do tumblers, wood crafts, scrapbooks and more. They carry licenses from other designers, but all wood products are done by Ryan, and all vinyl is done, in house, by Leslie. They carry a vast variety of epoxy, glitter, and vinyl from other small

companies as well. You can put your ideas on anything, whether you need it printed, engraved, wrapped, or custom “My push is to stickers, they inspire other can make it a reality. Crafty people to create, Thrivin’ shares not just to create free Facebook, myself.”

Instagram, and TikTok ‘lives’ to include and teach everyone. They also do a grab or mystery bag once a month, where all proceeds are donated to a non-profit organization.

August 2-6 will be their second “Makerville” virtual and live event at Warehouse 22 in Syracuse, Utah. This five-day event will have professional instructors from all over the country that come and teach people how to do a variety of different crafts. Crafty Thrivin’ wants to invite everyone to attend and start creating. Everything needed for each project will be included, along with professional instruction from the industry’s best.

You can find them online at www.craftythrivin.com/ or in person at 1089 W 1700 S Suite E in Syracuse, Utah.

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Summer Bucket List

BY HAILEY MINTON

For this summer’s bucket list, we wanted to highlight rock climbing, backpacking, mountain biking, and archery. These activities capitalize on the unique geographic features of living in Utah. The highest level of these activities are catered to adults, but any age can have fun at a more appropriate level. Keep in mind that any kid is going to need a willing adult to spearhead these activities.

Mountain Biking It wasn’t until now, in my late twenties, that I got into Mountain Biking. The experience delivers a similar thrill to downhill skiing and snowboarding.

Everything is constantly changing when riding in the mountains during the spring, summer, and fall months. One week, you can pedal alongside fields of wildflowers, another week, you can breathe that decomposing leaf air as you pedal through tunnels of fall leaves. You get to

see more country in less time compared to hiking, and I think it is a lot of fun to navigate the technical aspects of the trails.

Since we live in an area with a lot of different trail users, it’s important to know trail etiquette before you jump on your bike. The International Mountain Bike Association has a general rule that has been around since the 70s: Bikers yield to horses and foot traffic, and descending riders yield to climbing riders. However,

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some areas have trails that are marked as downhill mountain biking only.

The Ogden Parkway paved trail has some fun dirt trails that connect with it. North Fork Park has a network of trails I’m looking forward to checking out. You can also check out Snowbasin, Powder Mountain, and the Bonneville Shoreline trails.

TIP: Looking for trails nearby? Use the Mountain Biking Project app to find one near you that is suited to your skill level.

Rock Climbing Whether you’re trying it for the first time, have gone to a climbing gym a few times, or you’re a seasoned climber, rock climbing is fun for all skill levels. The sport requires some education, but once you have the skills and gear, the top of the route is the limit! My husband and I love rock climbing because once you invest money in the gear you need, it’s free to climb outside (most of the time). It’s an amazing way to explore an area, whether you live there or visit a new place. Especially in Utah, there are places to rock climb almost anywhere you travel. It is an exhilarating, challenging, and physically demanding activity.

My husband and I love taking our nieces and nephews out with us to let them experience the highs

and lows of it. If you think this sport is scary or dangerous, we both think the risk in driving a car is substantially higher than it is for rock climbing (with the right equipment and skill, that is).

The climbing community is usually really great, inclusive, and supportive. It’s always fun to be climbing at the same wall with strangers. When you see someone else overcome a challenge, it feels like you won a little bit too!

There’s always more you can learn with rock climbing. Right now, my husband and I want to learn how to multi-pitch climb.

That means you climb up a bigger wall part way, then your belay partner climbs up behind

you. Once you get to the top of that first pitch, you start over again and climb up the next pitch.

There are a lot of things you need to know to go rock climbing: building an anchor, belaying, rope management, not to mention the technique it takes to actually climb the wall. There are a lot of ways to become educated.

You can reach out to your friend who climbs and ask to go climb with them or take a class through one of the climbing gyms or Weber State. Weber State has some affordable clinics they host over the summer. Check out their website if you want the confidence that comes by being trained by a skilled instructor. www.weber.edu/outdoor/onsite-clinics

TIP: Looking for outdoor climbing routes near you? Use the app Mountain Project.

Archery BY: JENNY GOLDSBERRY

Archery is a fun, competitive sport that requires strength and focus. Anyone can give it a try, and you’ll find it’s much simpler than shooting because there isn’t a license or registration needed to use a bow and arrow. The two sports are very similar in set up and practice.

When it comes to target practice, get either field or bullet point arrows. Even though these are mostly meant for targets and very small game, they’re still dangerous, so be careful with them. You’ll want a target,

which you can rent readymade or can create your own with a bale of hay. You’ll also want a back stop to keep wayward arrows from flying too far. This is accomplished with an old rug or quilt hung behind the target. Make sure it’s significantly wider and taller than the target for best effect.

If you’re in a group playing archery, communication is key.

Always notify other archers when you’re about to shoot.

Never shoot an arrow straight up, from an extremely long distance, or when you can’t see where you’re shooting.

When it comes time to gather the arrows, which have hopefully hit your target,

notify other archers to put down their bows so the path is clear for the clean up.

If you want to learn archery to bowhunt someday, you’ll first need a hunting education and license from the state of Utah. For small game, use a judo or blunt point. When it comes to big game, you’ll need a broadhead point, which is banned from most archery ranges. There’s even a point especially for fishing.

Utah provides a free bowhunting education, but it’s not necessary to hunt. There’s no minimum age requirement, and you pay only when you pass the bowhunting exam.

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JULY-AUGUST EVENTS Clearfield Summer Programs Recreation Pickleball: Leagues, lessons, and the Flip Flop tournament are happening this summer, available for youth and adult.

Camps: July 11-15: Clearfield City Volleyball Camp (Ages 8-11 & Ages 12-15) @ Clearfield Aquatic & Fitness Center (Fee: $95) July 18-21: Clearfield City Basketball Camp (Ages 8-11 & Ages 12-15) @ Clearfield Aquatic & Fitness Center (Fee: $75) July 12-28: Tennis lessons: Want to learn to play tennis? Now you can!

Tennis Lessons (Ages 5-7) @ 9 a.m.

(Ages 8-10) @ 10 a.m. (Ages 11-14) @ 6:30 p.m. (Ages 15+) @ 7:30 p.m., Clearfield High School tennis courts Start Smart: Children will learn skills for multiple sports in a fun, non-competitive environment.

Clearfield Community Arts Center Fine Oils: Bring some friends and family to these oil painting sessions! Clearfield Community Arts, Tuesdays from 5-9 p.m.

July 11 - 15: Junior and Teen Musical Theater Audition Prep (register by July 8.) @ Clearfield Arts Center Ages 14-18 @ 12:30 p.m / Ages 10-13 @ 1:30 p.m.

July 18 - 21: Arts & Crafts Summer Camp (Ages 5-12) @ Clearfield Community Arts Center 10 a.m.

Clearfield Aquatic & Fitness Center Summer Family Fun Pass: A membership without the annual commitment, have unlimited family fun this summer!

Swim Lessons: Swim lessons happen monthly. Group and private lessons are available.

Preschool: Registration is open now for Starfish Academy Preschool.

Classes: Baby-sitting and merit badge courses are available this summer.

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Fun things to do July 2-4: Clearfield Freedom Festival July 5, 12, 19: Clearfield Community Band Rehearsals - FREE @ Clearfield Community Arts Center 7 p.m.

July 11, 18, 25: ORI TAHITI North Star - (FREE Tahitian Dance Class) @ LDS Church Gym 9:30 a.m. (3345 W. 5200 S. Roy, UT.) More info: Search Facebook Groups - Ori North Star July 12 & 19: Jazz Band - FREE @ Clearfield Community Arts Center 8:309:15 p.m.

July 13: Ocean Origami @ Clearfield Branch Library 6:30 p.m.

July 17: 100th Birthday Carnival - time capsule, FREE food, & a slice of cake @ Clearfield City Hall 6-8 p.m.

July 25: Ogden Pioneer Days Grande Parade @ Washington Boulevard (30 St - 20 St) 9 a.m.

August 20: Bubble Party – Bubbles, foam, music, dancing, & food trucks! @ Center Street Bridge in Clearfield from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Freedom Festival June 24: Paint the Bridge @ the Center Street Bridge 7 p.m.

July 2: Pool Bash @ Clearfield Aquatic & Fitness Center 7:30-9 p.m. | Movie in the Park @ Steed Park 8:30 p.m.

July 3: Patriotic Concert - Clearfield City Community Band & Choir @ Bicentennial Amphitheater 7:30 p.m.

July 4: Weber State University Freedom Run 5K/1 Mile ($10) @ Steed Park 7 a.m July 4: Hometown Clearfield Parade @ City Hall to Clearfield High School 9:30 a.m.

July 4: Freedom Festival - Vendors, Entertainment, & Fireworks @ Fisher Park 6 p.m.

FREE Friday Film Series

**All movies are FREE and showtime is at 7 p.m.

July 1: A League of Their Own July 8: Monsters Inc July 15: Pacific Rim July 22: Aladdin July 29: Secondhand Lions **All Film Series @ Layton Ed Kenley Amphitheater 7 p.m.

Davis County Library Events

Davis County Clearfield Branch 1 N Main St Clearfield, UT 84015 801-451-1840

Children’s Summer Reading continues throughout July! Check our website for details about all our Summer Reading programs at www.daviscountyutah.gov/ library

July 18: Sharks! @ 6:30 p.m.

July 19: Itty Bitty Ocean @ 3 p.m.

July 26: Island Fun! @ 3 p.m.

Children’s Summer Reading: July 5: Build a Better Bug @ 3 p.m.

July 11: Marine Biology @ 6:30 p.m.

July 12: Ocean of Laughs @ 3 p.m.

Branch Program: July 7, 14, 21, 28: STORYTIME @ 10:30 a.m. - All Ages

+ RECIPES

Kid-Approved SNACKS ROLL IT UP Grab a tortilla and roll it up with some fillings insideideas below!

Summer is here, the kids are home, and they want to eat all day!

Moms know this to be all too true. We’ve got some fun and nutritious snack ideas that your kids can help with (and any extra kids you might have over.) russon mortuary

Mexican S’mores

Cheerio Bars

BY KIM CROOK

3 cups Cheerios ¾ cup peanut butter ½ cup honey In a medium sauce pan, heat the peanut butter and honey over medium heat until melted, stir in Cheerios.

Press mixture into a 8x8 pan lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate at least an hour. Keep any leftovers stored in the fridge.

Crunchy Veggies

BY RYAN SPELTS

My mom used to leave tubs of water with carrot and celery sticks in them for us to easily grab when we opened the fridge. They make for easy and quick snacks, and they are easy to see when you open the fridge looking to munch.

It’s nothing special, just carrot sticks and celery submerged in water, kept cold.

Ready-to-eat!

Serve yourself Healthy

Tortilla Peanut butter (or almond butter) Chocolate chips Mini marshmallows Place tortilla on a microwave safe plate. Spread a stripe of peanut butter down the middle of the tortilla (roughly 2 inches wide). Sprinkle chocolate chips on the peanut butter, followed by marshmallows.

Roll up the tortilla, being sure to put the outer edge on the bottom, so the roll is pinned closed. Microwave for about 30-60 seconds or until you see the marshmallows puffing up in the microwave. Let cool for a minute or so and enjoy!

Banana Wrap Ups

BY JENNY GOLDSBERRY

1 banana 1 tortilla 2 Tbsp. peanut butter 1 Tbsp. chia seeds 2 tsp. honey Spread peanut butter, a great source of protein and Omega-3, on your tortilla. Sprinkle chia seeds for an extra crunch and dose of vitamin A. Slice a potassium-boosted banana into slices and place on your spread. Pour honey on top before you wrap it up burrito or pinwheel style for a yummy healthy snack.

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+ RECIPES

The Best Granola

BY KRISTINA CASE

The great thing about this recipe is you can customize to your family’s tastes. Use nuts everyone likes, leave out the coconut if you don’t like that, add in some wheat germ or ground flaxseed for extra nutrition-it’s a very flexible recipe. I like it best with yogurt and fresh fruit.

3 cups old fashioned oats ¾ cup chopped nuts (I use roasted almonds and pistachios, but any blend will work) ¾ cup unsweetened coconut (I buy the coconut chips and chop them up) ¼ cup pumpkin seeds ¼ cup sunflower seeds ½ tsp. kosher salt ¼ cup honey ¼ cup pure maple syrup 2 Tbsp. butter ¼ cup coconut oil 2 Tbsp. vanilla Sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg (cardamon is good too)

APPLE SNACK RINGS

Mix oats, nuts, seeds, salt, coconut, and spices in a large bowl. In a saucepan, melt over low heat the honey, maple syrup, butter, and coconut oil. Add in vanilla. Add wet mix to oat/ nut mix and stir until oats are coated. Pour onto cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.

Cut a whole apple into mediumthick slices, cut out core, and top with peanut/nut butter, granola, raisins, and mini chocolate chips.

Other toppings include the following: mini marshmallows, any dried fruit, M&Ms, or any kind of cereal (cinnamon toast crunch crumbled is good). These are great snacks for little hands to help with!

Easy!

SUMMER MUST HAVES

Berry Granola Yogurt Bark WWW.BABYFOODE.COM

3 cups mixed berries, fresh or frozen, separated 2 cups plain yogurt 2-3 Tbsp. honey 1 tsp. vanilla ½ cup granola Blend yogurt, 2 cups berries, honey, and vanilla. Spread onto parchment-lined cookie sheet and spread evenly. Top with granola and remaining berries.

Freezer for at least 4 hours and break into small pieces. Store in air-tight container or Ziploc bag in freezer. Great for a hot day!

Optional toppings include the following: sliced bananas, mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, drizzled peanut, or nut butter

Fresh fruit is always a winner!

Don’t forget to stock the freezer with fun snacks for hot days like popsicles, frozen smoothies, and ice cream...because what is summer without ice cream?

Kids can make

Spread evenly and bake at 325 degrees for 15 minutes, stir, cook for another 15 minutes or until mixture is golden brown and toasted. Don’t overcook or your granola will taste burnt. Cool and store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to three weeks.

Tips to save your sanity

1

Help themselves

Allocate a small section of your pantry and fridge for areas your kids can help themselves. Snacks that are preportioned work best, like string cheese, yogurt, pre-sliced fruit and veggies, popcorn, crackers, trail mix & energy bars.

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Easy lunches

Many parents are working from home and often can’t take a long lunch break. Having pre-made sandwiches, wraps or leftovers available can make your life easier.

3

Set up some rules & times

Establish a snack and meal schedule and post it where kids can see it.

Sometimes they truly aren’t hungry but bored!

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