EVENTS

Jan. 15

• World-renowned artist/illustrator Greg Spalenka will present his work at the Bountiful/Davis Art Center at 7p.m., with an awards ceremony to be held prior. Spalenka’s international client list includes Time, Newsweek, Rolling Stone and the New Yorker. He has won numerous awards, including gold and silver medals from the New York and Los Angeles Society of Illustrators. His presentation is supported by BYU and others, and will cover illustration and current trends in the field, and learning about yourself as an artist.

Jan. 16, 19

• Auditions for the spring youth theater production of Willy Wonka will be held Jan. 16 from 9 a.m.-noon and Jan. 19 from 6-8 p.m. For information contact Sarah Hale at 801-529-2996 or email farmingtonarts@gmail.com

Jan. 16

• Airplane talk: Frank McDonald will talk about his experiences as a spot jammer in the B-17 as part of the 92nd Bomb Group. Bybee took part in nuclear bomb tests from the B-35 in the 1950s. He was also a member of the 92nd Bomb Group. Talks are held at 1 p.m. at the Hill AFB Museum, programs are free and open to the public, 777-6818.

Jan. 20

• Trials and Tribulations of a Newspaper Columnist — with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the U of U., 12-1 p.m. Commander’s House, Ft. Douglas. Learn what the world of a newspaper columnist is like. Peg McIntee, an AP newswoman for 12 years and an editor at The Salt Lake Tribune for 15 years, will share her experiences covering or directing coverage of many big news stories in Utah. Part of Osher’s free Lunch and Learn series for people 50 and over. Call 801-585-5442 for more information.

Jan. 21

• As part of the 2009-2010 Bastian Foundation Diversity Lecture Series, Westminster College will host a diversity lecture by Dr. Shakti Butler on at 7:30 p.m. in the Vieve Gore Concert Hall in the Emma Eccles Jones Conservatory.

Jan. 22

• Brain Health Education Series. “How to Maintain a Healthy Brain,” presented by Dave Larsen, MFHD, Imaging and Neurosciences Center, 729 Arapeen Drive, SLC. Drinks and snacked will be provided. Open to the general public. 801-587-9935.

Jan. 23

• Huge garage sale at Legacy Prep Academy, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 2214 South 1250 West, Woods Cross.

• Storytelling Festival “In a Land Far Far Away.” Come hear stories of adventures in distant lands told by fantastic local storytellers! All ages are invited to participate in the fun of listening to tales and creating a make and take craft to remember them by! 1-3 p.m., $1 per child, Community Arts Center, 120 South Main, Farmington. 801-451-0953, www.farmington.utah.gov

Jan. 25

• Layton City invites residents to bring your family and enjoy a night of free ice skating at the Weber County Ice Sheet, 4390 Harrison Blvd., Ogden. Free admission. Skate rental $1 per person. Warm refreshments will be provided, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Feb. 3

• Paralympics skier, author and founder Josh Sundquist will be coming to speak at the South Branch of the Davis County Library (725 S. Main) on Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) At the age of 9, Josh Sundquist was diagnosed with Ewing’s sarcoma, a rare form of cancer that lost him his left leg at this early age. Josh began speaking in front of groups about his experiences at the age of 10.

He has since touched the lives of thousands as he has spoken at schools and to other groups including the National Press Club and the White House. Through his extraordinary journey of determination and hard work Josh went on to become a member of the 2006 U.S. Paralympic Ski Team in Turino, Italy. Josh is also the founder of the largest online community for amputees, LessThanFour.org. He has written an inspiring autobiography, “Just Don’t Fall.”

Ongoing

• The Salt Lake Children’s Choir is now in its 30th year and is planning a 30th Anniversary Gala Concert for Saturday, May 15, 2010 in Abravanel Hall. They are in the process of forming an Alumni choir and don’t have current contact information for all choir alumni and are hopeful that through this announcement they can get in contact with as many former choir members as possible. All those interested should reply to slcc@q.com (indicating preferred vocal parts) or call 801-566-0922.

STAGE

Jan. 4-30

• Singin’ in the Rain, Rodgers Memorial Theatre, 292 E. Pages Lane, Centerville, 801-298-1302. Shows run Mon-Sat at 7:30 p.m. www.rodgersmemorial.com

Jan. 7, 9, 11-16

• It’s “Footloose,” “Grease,” and “Happy Days” all rolled into one! It’s “All Shook Up,” playing at Bountiful High School at 7 p.m.

The show features music by Elvis Presley. It’s 1955, and Chad, a motorcycle ridin’, rovin’ roustabout pulls into a small Midwestern town. The mayor believes he is the “Devil in Disguise,” but Natalie, a mechanic at a local gas station, falls madly in love with him, dresses up like a man to be near him, and finally gets her guy. Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door. There is a $25 family pass. Purchase advance tickets at Bountiful High School main office or at Top Hat Video. For information call 801-402-3900.

Jan. 28-Feb. 16

• Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Woods Cross High School, 7 p.m., matinees at 2 p.m. Ticket prices $8 and $5. For ticket information call 801-402-4611.

CLASSES

Jan. 16

• Ballroom, Swing, & Latin Dancing. Date night dancing fun! Columbus Center Auditorium, 2531 S 400 E, SLC, 7:30-10 p.m., free lesson at 7:30 p.m. with $5 admission. Great atmosphere, fabulous dance music. Margene at 801-298-8047 or visit www.dance-scene.com.

Feb. 19-20

• Empower Your Mind to Success! Learn how the mind governs thoughts, actions and results. This class will teach sure-fire techniques that have the power to change negative actions to positive results. Feb. 19, 7-10 p.m.; Feb. 20, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Call Richard at 801-755-7706 for directions to the seminar and to register.

Wednesdays

• “Single Mingle” Dance Instruction, Expressions Dance Studio, 3321 S. Highway 89, Bountiful, $3/person, 8-9:30. Sherri 801-916-2156.

Fridays

• Beginning and Intermediate Ballroom/Social Dance instructions, Expressions Dance Studio, 3221 S. Highway 89, Bountiful, $5/person, 7-9 p.m. Sherri 801-916-2156.

Farmington Recreation

•Farmington City has ongoing sign ups for classes offered: guitar, karate, Play on Youth Theater Academy. For more information visit the website. Register at Farmington City Parks and Recreation office, 720 W. 100 N. or www.farmington.utah.gov.

451-0953.

Tuesdays

• Safe Harbor Crisis Center’s Domestic Violence Outreach Program offers weekly support groups for domestic violence victims. Groups held at 6 p.m. 444-3191. Groups free/confidential.

• Safe Harbor Crisis Center’s Rape Recovery Program offers weekly support groups for survivors of rape/sexual assault, family members and friends, 7 p.m. at Safe Harbor. 444-3191. Groups free/confidential.

• Spanish classes, in Bountiful. Call 397-5222.

Third Wednesday

• MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Support group will meet at the Bountiful Library, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Julie 292-6040 or Sandi 543-1915.

Third Wednesday

• Brain Injury Support Group, 7 p.m. Skyroom at South Davis Community Hospital. All those touched by brain injury are invited to join for support, informal discussion and sharing. Louise or Corrine, 295-2361.

Thursdays

TOPS Club weight loss support group meets every Thursday at 5 p.m. in the Episcopal Church, 1131 South Main, Centerville (use East entrance). www.tops.org.

Thursdays

Single Swingers Square Dance, 975 Wall Ave., Ogden, (back door Eagle Lodge), 7-8:30 p.m., $4/night. Carol 292-1354. 479-4555.

Thursdays

Alzheimer Support Group Thursdays, 3 p.m., Orchard Cove Alzheimer Community, 485 E. 500 S., Bountiful. 292-4800 for more info. Free day care while attending the support group.

Third Thursdays

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meets at 6 p.m., at the CAMT Building (Neurology Clinic) at 729 Arapeen Drive, SLC (in U of U Research Park). Monthly informative presentations to educate newly diagnosed and established PD patients, family members and friends, parent/caregiver forums, 292-1023.

Fourth Thursday

The American Lung Association of Utah offers classes to help smokers become non-smokers. Hypnosis clinics are held from 6-8 p.m., 1930 S. 1100 E., SLC. Call 484-4456.

Thursday-Friday

Come dance to a live band at the Golden Years Activity Center, 726 South 100 East, Bountiful from 11 a.m.-noon every Thursday and Friday morning.

Wednesday

Heart t’ Heart addiction recovery meeting, a 12-step recovery program. 12-1 p.m., 1582 N. 150 West, Bountiful. Richard 292-8046.

Sundays

Non-denominational self- help group formed for Christians with mental illness or depression, 2:30 p.m., Clearfield Church, 200 S. 500 E., Clearfield.

Ongoing

The South Davis Recovery Club meets at Colonial Square, (above Spanky’s), 567 W. 2600 S., Bountiful, 397-0450. Meetings for AA and Al-Anon.

Come play bridge at the Golden Years Activity Center, 726 South 100 East in Bountiful in the afternoons. Beginner to advanced. Call 295-3479.

CLUBS

Second Saturday

Davis County Amateur Radio Club meets the second Saturday of the month, Davis County Justice, Complex, Farmington. 10 a.m. Visit DCARC website at www.DCARC.net

Wednesday

The local Toastmasters Club meets every Wednesday night, 7-8 p.m. at the Deseret First Credit Union Building, second floor. Guests are encouraged to come and observe.

First Tuesday

Sick and tired of being sick and tired? Come to the Bountiful Library, 725 S. Main, Bountiful, 7-8:30 p.m., downstairs. Sponsored by the LifeSave Biological Research and Education Consortium on Health — Utah/ Int’l. 298-9095.

Third Tuesday

AARP meets the third Tuesday of each month, 12:45 at the Golden Years Center, 726 South 100 East. Everyone, 55 and over, is invited to attend. 295-3479 for more information.

Third Tuesday

The Bountiful chapter of the League of Utah Writers meets at 7 p.m. at the Bountiful/Davis Art Center, 801-444-3636.

Wednesday

The local Toastmasters Club meets every Wednesday night, 7-8 p.m. at the Deseret First Credit Union Building, second floor. Guests are encouraged to come and observe. Come learn to be calm speaking in public!

First/Third Wednesday

South Davis Kiwanis Club meets at 12:30 p.m. at La Frontera Restaurant, Bountiful. Questions, Gary Reed, 295-2995.

Second/Fourth

Wednesday

The Rhyme and Reason Chapter of the Utah State Poetry Society meets at 7 p.m. at the Bountiful/Davis Arts Center 745 South Main, Bountiful. Visitors/new members welcome. Enter south door. Jane 292-9596, ww.utahpoets.com.

Second/Fourth Tuesdays

Bountiful Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. at the Hampton Inn. Paul 295-1397.

First Thursday

Utah Share, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group, 7:30-9 p.m., Davis Hospital. 544-1159.

The American Legion and Auxiliary meet at 6 p.m., 52 W. 200 S., Bountiful.

Third Thursdays

If someone you love has a mental illness, we know how you feel. Join the Davis County NAMI Utah family support group at 7 p.m. at 291 S. 200 West, Farmington. Shane, 294-9115.

Thursdays

The Bountiful Exchange Club meets every Thursday morning at 7:30 a.m. at Best Western Cotton Tree Inn in North Salt Lake. Guests welcome.

Thursdays

The Centerville-Farmington Rotary Club meets every Thursday at 6:50 a.m., Centerville City Hall.

50 N. Main. Guests welcome.