North Ogden Connection January 2020

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Utah's Love of Skiing see recipes pg 32

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Happy New Year

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he month of January is the beginning of a new year. It is time when we take a moment to reflect on where we are in life and where we want to be.

Since my time serving as your mayor is over, I would like to thank the citizens of North Ogden for the opportunity I have had to be the mayor of a great city. I am thankful for your support and help during this time.

I especially pay tribute to the wonderful employees and staff who work for our city. Their expertise and dedication is very evident when you see the efficient way the city functions. There is no task or request that isn’t completed in a quality manner.

Our Public Works Department provides you with the necessary facilities to make your living conditions comfortable. I hope you appreciate that when you turn on your faucet, you have clean water, that waste water and storm water are taken care of, and the streets are kept in good repair.

When you visit City Hall, you are met with a friendly staff who are always ready to provide you the help you need. They always have a smile and a cheerful attitude.

The planning department has great expertise and vision on how to manage growth in our city. The finance department makes sure our funds are spent appropriately and accounted for.

Our Police Department is composed of outstanding individuals who dedicate their lives to provide you a safe place in which to live. They are led by a very competent leadership team who provide them instruction and direction in handling the daily activities of protecting the city. We have been recognized as the seventh safest place to live in the state of Utah.

Our Parks and Recreation Department provide well-maintained parks for our youth and family activities. They also provide wonderful cultural events for our families to enjoy in a beautiful new amphitheater. Our city celebrations are always quality and enjoyable events.

We live in a great community with great people, some who settled here from pioneer stock. It is wonderful place to live and raise a family and it has attracted significant growth. It will continue to grow in the years ahead. We need to plan ahead for this growth and seek direction from everyone as to how we accomplish this. I think of the statement made by President John F. Kennedy when he said, “Ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country.”

I would paraphrase that to say, “Ask not what your city can do for you – ask what you can do for your city.” With that attitude, we can continue to enjoy the great blessing of living in North Ogden.

It is my hope in the coming year that you may have happiness in your homes, and we may continue to help and serve one another.

Happy New Year!!

Brent Chugg, Mayor January 2020 | northogdenconnection.com 3

in this issue

JANUARY The Connection Publishing Team Meet the people behind the pages of our magazines!

We asked our staff what they are looking forward to most in the new year...

Ryan Spelts Publisher/Owner

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Rhett Long Sales VP

CITY NEWS

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COMMUNITY Calendar of Events

Students of the Month History American Spirit Essay Awards

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BUSINESS Children's Classic Child Care IntegraLAW Wasatch Peaks Credit Union

27

HOME

Heiner's Insurance Center

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RECIPES Overnight Oats Instant Pot Banana Bread Steel Cut Oats

34 RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT Pie n' Fry

Skiing feature page 18, photo of Julie Gray

by Brian Gray

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Robert Dodd Graphic Design of Roy Connection, and Ad Design Ann Park Sales & Writer

ON OUR COVER 18 Utah's Love of Skiing 32 Warm Breakfasts Photo by Ryan Thompson, Snowbasin Ski Restort

Vy Trinh Sales Leadership Russ Starker Sales Melinda Hortin Sales & Social Media Crystal Rappleye Ad Design

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Kristina Case Graphic Design

I am always excited to see what new opportunities come about with the new year. I set goals knowing that often they won’t work out the way I see them in my head but whatever does work out will be exciting for the new year.

Hailey Minton Editor & Writer

Valentine's Day and Christmas are on a Friday, 4th of July & Halloween are on a Saturday and New Year's is a 3 day weekend!

THANK YOU LEAP YEAR!

Abigail Rigby Ad Design

FOOD

+ CITY NEWS

City of North Ogden Employee of the YEAR Bryce Nelson has been with the city for 5 years. He has been in the Sanitary Sewer Department as the assistant to the Superintendent, and has a National Grade IV Sanitary Sewer Collections Certification, which is the highest level possible.

Bryce is in charge of AutoCad mapping, runs the sewer camera and recording, is excellent on the computer, and is willing to help anywhere he is needed.

Bryce is married with two children and enjoys spending time with them. He has his associate degree from Weber State University and is pursuing his bachelor’s degree in Construction Management.

Bryce is a fun-loving and well-liked in the Public Works Department.

Paperless Utility Bill If you already have an xpress bill pay account: 1. Go to www.xpressbillpay.com and log in 2. Click "View Bill" Under the account you would like to be paperless 3. Locate the "Paperless (Off)" button 4. Click on the button to turn "Paperless (On)" Register and Sign up for Paperless: 1. Go to www.xpressbillpay.com 2. Click "Sign Up" on the top of the screen 3. Fill in your email and password, then click on the "I'm not a robot" box and follow prompts 4. Complete the short registration form and click "Next" 5. Go to your in-box and open the verification e-mail, click "Verify Email" and "Continue" to log in 6. Select your billing organization 7. Enter your account number and last name, then click in the box to opt in for paperless and select "Locate Bill" and select "Locate Account"

COMMUNITY QUESTION CORNER

BY JON CALL, CITY ATTORNEY/ADMINISTRATOR

Question: Can I store materials on the public street?

Answer: No. The simple answer is that you cannot store

any materials, containers, or other items on the street or sidewalk. We have had a few situations recently where vehicles have been damaged because of storage or illegal dumping activities. Please help us be aware of what is in the roadways, and if you feel there is a safety hazard, call Public Works (801) 782-8111 or the non-emergency dispatch number (801) 395-8221. We will try to assist in getting the roadway cleaned up as quickly as possible.

Also, we have had some concerns raised over people dumping debris in the temporary turnarounds. This winter, we have already had some damage to one of the plow trucks which hit a large rock that had been either dumped in a turnaround or intentionally placed there to reduce the risk of high-speed turning maneuvers by careless drivers. If you are aware of any such methods being used around the city, please let us know.

If you have questions about proper procedures, city code, building permits, community events, how-to's, or other city-related questions, please send an email to jcall@nogden.org.

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+ CITY NEWS

Business Spotlight Cannery Creamery

Address: 2000 N Washington Blvd, North Ogden, UT 84414 Phone: (801) 389-6011 Old Fashioned Goodness!

Cannery Creamery makes ice cream the old fashioned way - in small batches (4-5 times a week), using pasteurized egg yolks and higher milkfat than any name brand ice cream from locally sourced cream.

They also use natural flavorings and stir-ins.

Dan Mueller began researching ice cream while spending time at the hospital when a new son was born with issues that required an extended stay. He made contact with a family in Pennsylvania that had been making ice cream for years, and they shared their techniques and recipes.

If you haven’t tried the ice cream already, you might want to consider their fun and unique flavors, like Banana Cream Pie (Lee’s Marketplace makes the pies that are added to the ice cream.), Balsamic, Double Oreo, Circus Animal Cookie (his daughter’s idea), Chocolate-dipped Strawberry (his wife’s request), Honey Lavender, and Chocolate Brownie (for his mother-in-law).

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Their waffle cones are an artisan Belgian recipe and are worth going for an extra special cone.

They also have 2-3 dairy-free options, such as Coconut Cream.

Or try their Italian Ice, made with organic sugar cane, real fruit puree, and no preservative.

The store employs 19 part-time workers and one full-time general manager.

Business Hours: M-Th: 12 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Fri & Sat: 12 p.m. - 11 p.m.

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2020 Polar Plunges in benefit of Special Olympics Utah

Saturday January 11, 2020

Saturday January 25, 2020

• Check-in and Plunge Party: 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.

• Check-in and Plunge Party: 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.

• Polar Plunge: 10 a.m.

• Polar Plunge: 10 a.m.

• Register at: https://www.firstgiving.com/ event/SOUT/2020-Northern-Utah-Polar-Plunge

• Register at: https://www.firstgiving.com/ event/SOUT/2020-Salt-Lake-Polar-Plunge

North Shore Aquatic Center 2480 N 200 E, Ogden, UT 84414

Salt Lake Sheraton Downtown 150 W 500 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Individual Registration Individuals register online and pay the initial $10 registration fee. Each register person taking The Plunge must raise the remaining amount due: • ADULT PLUNGER (18 or older) must raise or pay a minimum of $40 in addition to the $10 registration fee ($50 total) • STUDENT PLUNGER (elementary, jr. high, high school or college) must raise or pay a minimum of $20 in addition to the $10 registration fee ($30 total) • SO Utah ATHLETE PLUNGER does not have to pay the $10 registration fee but must raise or pay a minimum of $20 to plunge ($20 total)

Participants must be pre-registered nine days before The Plunge to be guaranteed an official 2020 Polar Plunge shirt.

Day-of-event plungers can pay the full amount ($50/$30/$20) the day of the event to take The Plunge, but will only receive an official Polar Plunge t-shirt if supplies last.

All proceeds from the Polar Plunge go directly to benefit Special Olympics Utah athletes.

• TOO CHICKEN! You don’t have to jump in to make a difference. Stay on dry land, cheer on your friends and family and snap photos as they take the plunge. Too Chickens are asked to raise a minimum donation of $40 in addition to the $10 registration fee.

Questions: 801-363-1111 or information@sout.org

FOOD CITY NEWS

Flood Zones

Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to Lorin Gardner, City Engineer, at 801-782-8111. FEMA flood maps are available for your review at the city offices. We also have elevation certificates.

Questions, comments, accolades?

Go to www.northogdencity.com/i-want-to/contact-us or see community contacts, right, for information.

City Council Meetings The Mayor and Council welcome your input and attendance at the council meetings held the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month starting at 6pm. Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m.

Check www.northogdencity.com for changes.

For more news

www.northogdencity.com

Worried about air quality?

Filter your inside air and breathe better!

Key Community Contacts Mayor: Neal Berube: 801- 737-9836 nberube@nogden.org Council Members: Cheryl Stoker: 801-782-9302 cstoker@nogden.org Phillip Swanson: 801-940-2111 pswanson@nogden.org Charlotte Ekstrom: 801-920-6987 cekstrom@nogden.org Blake Cevering: 801-549-8202 bcevering@nogden.com Ryan Barker: 801-814-4306 rbarker@nogden.org City Hall: 801-782-7211 Planning:

City Recorder/ H.R.: 801-737-9830

Annette Spendlove - aspend@nogden.org Building:

Particulate Matter Bio-Aerosols Volatile Organic Compounds The Best Indoor Air Filter on the Market!

10-Stage Filtration

Call for a Free Air Indoor Air Quality Evaluation (801) 648-4380

801-737-2220 Rob Scott - rscott@nogden.org

801-737-9831 Bruce Higley - bhigley@nogden.org

Police: Business 801-782-7219

Dispatch 801-629-8221

Emergency 911

Chief Dirk Quinney dquinney@nogden.org

Paul Rhoades - prhoades@nogden.org Public Works: 801-782-8111

David Espinoza - despinoza@nogden.org

Shelly Robison - srobison@nogden.org Parks & Recreation: 801-737-0587

Tiffany Staheli - tstaheli@nogden.org

Becca Godfrey - bgodfrey@nogden.org

Jesse Felter - jfelter@nogden.org

Justin Rasmussen - jrasmussen@nogden.org

Nik Brown - n.brown@nogden.org

City Manager/ City Attorney: Jon Call - jcall@nogden.org

801-737-9846 Senior Center: 801-782-6211 January 2020 | northogdenconnection.com 9

+ COMMUNITY

January Calendar of Events SCHOOL EVENTS

– Actors Repertory Company 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Jan 25: Men’s and Women’s Honor Choir Festival | Cheer State competition | Winter Play – Actors Repertory Company 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Jan 27: Warrior of the Month Brunch 7:30 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.

Jan 28: Girls Basketball @ Northridge 5:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Northridge 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Jan 31: Swimming Region 1 Championship | Girls Basketball @ Weber 5:15 p.m.

– 7:15 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Weber 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Weber High Jan 1: Winter Break – No School Jan 3: Girls Basketball @ Weber 5:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Weber 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Jan 4: Warriorette Competition Jan 7: Swimming @ Weber 3:30 p.m.

– 7:30 p.m. | Girls Basketball @ Weber 5:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Weber 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Jan 8: Winter Bash Assembly 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. | Wrestling @ Davis 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Jan 9: PTSA Meeting 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 North Ogden Jr. High: a.m. Wrestling @ Layton 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Jan 1: Winter Break – No School Jan 10: No School | Girls Basketball @ Jan 3: Boys Basketball @ North Ogden Syracuse 5:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. | Boys 3 p.m.

Basketball @ Syracuse 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Jan 8: Boys Basketball Recognition Jan 11: Cheer Competition @ Assembly | FBLA region competition Timpview High | Wariorette Comin Lehi Happy petition | Winter Bash Dance Jan 9: Early Out Boys Basketball @ New Year!

Jan 13: Zero Fatalities Drivers Ed Wahlquist 3 p.m.

6:15 p.m. – 8:15p.m.

Jan 10: No School Jan 14: Girls Basketball @ FreJan 13: Student of the Month 7:30 a.m. mont 5:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. | Boys – 8 a.m.

Basketball @ Fremont 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Jan 14: Boys Basketball @ North Ogden IB Parent Information Meeting 7 p.m. – 3 p.m.

8:30 p.m.

Jan 15: Hope Squad Retreat 9:30 a.m. – Jan 15: Awards Assembly 9:05 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

9:45 a.m.

Jan 17: Boys Basketball @ South Ogden Jan 16: All State Band | Utah Theatre Jr. High 3 p.m.

Association Conference | WSD Health Jan 20: No School – Martin Luther King Screening 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. | Swim @ Jr Day Weber 3:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Wrestling @ Jan 21: WSD Jr. High Honor Orchestra @ Weber 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Bonneville High School Jan 17: All State Band | Utah Theatre Jan 22: WSD Jr. High Honor Orchestra @ Association Conference | Girls Basketball Bonneville High School | Boys Basketball @ Weber 5:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. | Boys @ North Ogden 3 p.m.

Basketball @ Weber 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Jan 24: State Junior Honor Choir @ Jan 18: All State Band | Utah Theatre Lakeridge Middle School | Boys BasketAssociation Conference | Cheer Comball @ Sandridge 3 p.m. petition @ Timpview High | Warriorette Jan 25: State Junior Honor Choir ConRegion cert @ SLC Tabernacle 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Jan 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No Jan 28: Boys Basketball @ North Ogden School 3 p.m.

Jan 21: Girls Basketball @ Clearfield 5:15 Jan 29: Weber Experience 12 p.m. – p.m. – 7:15 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ 1:30 p.m.

Clearfield 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Jan 31: Boys Basketball @ Rocky MounJan 22: Swim @ Northridge 6 p.m. – 8 tain 3 p.m. p.m.

Jan 23: Swim @ Weber 3:30 p.m. – 6 Orion Jr. High p.m. | Wrestling @ Weber 6 p.m. – 8 Jan 1: Winter Break – No School p.m. | Winter Play – Actors Repertory Jan 2: FBLA Meeting 2:40 p.m. – 3:15 Company 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. p.m.

Jan 24: Men’s and Women’s Honor Jan 3: Boys Basketball @ North Ogden 3 Choir Festival | Girls Basketball @ Weber p.m. – 5 p.m.

5:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. | Boys Basketball Jan 7: STEM Star Club meeting 2:45 @ Weber 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Winter Play

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p.m. – 3:45 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Orion 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Guitar Recital for 6th period guitar class 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Jan 8: FBLA Invitational Competition @ Lehi 12:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | Boys Basketball Recognition Assembly 2:05 p.m.

– 2:35 p.m. | Guitar Recital for 7th period class 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Jan 9: Drawing during Lunches 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ T.H. Bell 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Jan 10: No School Jan 14: Boys Basketball @ Orion 3 p.m.

– 5 p.m.

Jan 16: FBLA Meeting 2:40 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Jan 17: Utah Theatre Association Conference @ University of Utah 6:30 a.m. – 11 p.m. | Student of the Month 9:20 a.m. – 10 a.m. | Boys Basketball @ Snowcrest 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Jan 20: No School – Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan 21: District Honor Orchestra @ Bonneville High School 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Jan 22: Yearbook Group Pictures / Picture Retake Day 7:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Boys Basketball @ Orion 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. | District Honor Orchestra Festival @ Bonneville High School 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Jan 24: State Honor Choir 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Roy Jr. High 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Jan 25: State Honor Choir 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Jan 28: Boys Basketball @ Orion 3 p.m.

– 5 p.m.

Jan 29: Weber Experience for All 9th graders @ Weber High 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Maria Montessori Academy Jan 1-3: Winter Break; No School Jan 10: Professional Development; No School Jan 14: MMA Board Meeting 5:30 p.m.

Jan 17: Northern Utah Charter and Home Schools Storytelling Concert, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m.

Jan 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day; No School Jan 30: Chili Cook-off 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m.

Lomond View Elementary Jan 1: Winter Break – No School Jan 10: No School Jan 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School

Bates Elementary Jan 1: Winter Break – No School Jan 8: Community Council @ Library 3:30 p.m.

Jan 10: No School Jan 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School Jan 27: Chinese New Year Celebration @ Weber High School 6 p.m.

North Ogden Elementary Jan 1: Winter Break - No School Jan 10: No School Jan 16: Community Council Jan 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School Jan 27: Choir 7:30 a.m.

Jan 29: Choir 7:30 a.m.

Jan 31: North Ogden Elementary Science Fair Majestic Elementary Jan 1: Winter Break – No School Jan 8: Leadership Committee Meeting @ Library 7:45 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.

Jan 10: No School Jan 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School Jan 22: Leadership Committee Meeting @ Library 7:45 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.

Green Acres Elementary Jan 1: Winter Break – No School Jan 9: Kirt’s Drive in Fundraiser 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. When you order your food, please let them know you are from Green Acres and they will donate 10% of your order back to the school Jan 10: No School Jan 10: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School

SENIOR EVENTS

North View Senior Center 485 E. 2550 N. • North Ogden, Utah 801-782-6211 Lunch: 11:50 a.m.

Mon, Tues, Wed, & Fri. Dinner: 5 p.m.

Thurs. (Opens at 1 p.m.)

Seniors over age 60 - $3.00 Seniors under age 60 - $6.00 *Meals include a main dish, fruit, vegetable, and dessert Hours: Mon. Tues. Wed. 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Thurs. 1 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Fri. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Monday 8:30 a.m. Ceramics 8:30 a.m. Tai Chi 10:00 a.m. Line Dance 12:30 p.m. Card Games

1:00 p.m. Computer Classes 2:00 p.m. Tap Dancing Tuesday 8:30 a.m. Zumba 9:30 a.m. Art 10:00 a.m. Line Dancing 12:30 p.m. Weight Lifting (Strength Exercises) 12:30 p.m. Card Games 12:30 p.m. Mah Jong Wednesday 9:00 a.m. Wood Carving 9:00 a.m. Bridge 10:00 a.m. Line Dancing 12:30 p.m. Card Games Thursday 1:00 p.m. Center Opens 1:00 p.m. Tap Dancing 5:00 p.m. Dinner 5:30 p.m. Entertainment Friday 8:30 a.m. Zumba 8:30 a.m. Ceramics 9:00 a.m. Bridge 10:00 a.m. Yoga (bring own mat) 12:30 p.m. Card Games Special Activities and Events Jan 1: Closed New Year’s Day! Jan 2: Legal Help at 4 p.m. call to sign up, Randy Burgess at 5:30 p.m.

Jan 4: Game Day at 10 a.m.

Jan 6: AARP Driving Class at 10 a.m., Haircuts at 10:30 a.m. $5 Jan 9: Bingo at 5:30 p.m.

Jan 16: Saddle strings at 5:30 p.m.

Jan 18: Gary Romer Dance and Potluck at 7 p.m.

Jan 20: Closed for Martin Luther King Day Jan 23: Grief class at 2:30 p.m., Sing a long at 5:30 p.m.

Jan 30: Chris Battrick and Matt Yardely at 5:30 p.m.

These are available for your use: Library, Television, Billiards, Exercise Equipment, Air Hockey, Ping Pong Table

FUN THINGS TO DO! Jan 3: International Fly Fishing Film Festival Premier @ Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m.

– 10 p.m. | First Friday Art Stroll @ Downtown Ogden 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Jan 4: United States of America Miss Utah Pageant @ Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Jan 6: Spring Poetry Contest begins @ Red Butte Garden. Visit slugmag.com/event/ poetry-month for an official entry form and submission guidelines. Open to all Utah Residents | Free Monday Concert featuring Josh Wright (Classical Piano) @ Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Jan 11: Polar Plunge, see page 8 for details Toast – A tribute to the music of Bread & David Gates @ Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Lady Wild Film Fest 2020 @ 2828 Harrison Blvd, Ogden UT 5:30 p.m.

Jan 18: Paint Nite: Fox Hill @ Sparetime Lanes in Roy 2 p.m.

Jan 17-18: HOF Germanfest @ Golden Spike Event Center 11 a.m.-10p.m. Enjoy authentic German food and music. This family friendly festival features great food, entertainment, and vendors. | RMPRA Winter Series Rodeo @ Golden Spike Event Center 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Jan 21: Wasatch Audubon Monthly Program @ Ogden Nature Center 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. The Audubon Society presents a different speaker or slideshow every month.

Call the Ogden nature Center for details (801)621-7595 Jan 25: Chamber Orchestra Ogden presents The Red Dress Concert @ Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Jan 27: Frozen Landscapes – Preschool Discovery Day @ Ogden Nature Center 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. Designed for children ages 3-5. Investigate the complicated patterns of crystals and snowflakes and explore the frozen landscape through games, songs, stories, and more. Snow Shoes, sledding, and snow painting if weather permits. To register, call 801-621-7595 or email education@ogdennaturecenter.org Jan 30: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto @ Val A. Browning Center for the Performing Arts 7:30 p.m.

NORTH OGDEN LIBRARY EVENTS Jan 7: Book Discussion: Alone: Lost Overboard in the Indian Ocean by Bret Archibald 7 p.m.

Jan 8: Recycled Market Bags 6:30 p.m.

Call (801)337-2650 to register Jan 12-18: Library Scavenger Hunt. Ages 12 and under.

Jan 14: Coding Crew 4 p.m. Ages 12-18 Jan 15: Dungeons & Dragons Club 6 p.m. ages 16+

Jan 18: Sensory Story Hour 10:30 a.m.

Designed for children with special needs.

Jan 21: Painting with Coffee 7 p.m. Call (801)337-2650 to register Jan 28: Geek Trivia Night 6:30 p.m. for families and all ages. Prizes will be awarded.

Jan 29: Art Journaling 7 p.m. call (801)337-2652 to register. All supplies provided.

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+ COMMUNITY

Students of the Month Congratulations to our hardworking student's who are recognized by teachers and faculty at their schools. Good job!

Kenson Williams

Devynn Artzt

Weber High School

Maria Montessori Academy

Kenson is an amazing Warrior! He has been able to rise above several challenges with a great attitude. We love the energy he brings to our school. He has great talent in acting and has performed in several Weber High productions. Kenson is one-of-a-kind, and he is not afraid to be himself. We appreciate the example he sets for other students he encourages others to be accepting to all.

Devynn is a 9th grade student at MMA. She is a quiet leader and President of Hope Squad. She played a key role in organizing the junior high haunted house this fall and is also involved in the school’s theater program. She is inclusive, cares deeply about others, and is a friend to every student at MMA.

Jennifer Hatch

Rivers Eilander

Orion Jr. High School

North Ogden Jr. High School

Jennifer is a 9 grade student at Orion Jr. High. She is an excellent student and strives to always do her best. She is very bright and is thriving in the accelerated math program. Jennifer has a 4.0 GPA and is planning to attend college. She likes to read, free write, draw, and also enjoys playing games with her friends. Jennifer is kind, fun, and a quiet leader.

Congratulations Jennifer!

Rivers was chosen to be the student o the month because of the many wonderful qualities he has. He is a very hard worker.

One of the hardest workers the school has seen. He is always on task and pays attention in class each day. It is evident he desires to learn and understand what is being taught. He is such a joy to be around. He has a wonderful attitude and friendly personality. Most importatnly he has integrity and is very honest. He is one of a kind and a natural born leader.

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Congratulations on this great accomplishment!

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Imagine you’re on the mountain and suddenly you hear what sounds like the distant rumbling of a train. The sound grows louder, whatever it is rushes closer, and you realize it’s an avalanche! In 1929, there was an avalanche that rumbled down from Ben Lomond, past 3100 North near 900 east, and covered the area that is now the Bates Elementary east playground. Thankfully, no one was hurt. The snow would have buried many homes that have since been built above the school.

Avalanche danger comes on slopes between angles of 30 and 45 degrees, which is the ideal angle for skiing and snowboarding. Slopes with a steeper or more gradual pitch are less conducive to avalanches. They occur when snow accumulates on a weak layer that has previously fallen and there is a sudden change that triggers it. This could include a change in temperature, wind, or the weight of

a person gliding across the surface layer.

Avalanches can be very dangerous, especially to those who frequent the backcountry in the mountains.

They can reach speeds of up to 80 mph, and the once fluffy snow is more like cement when it settles.

Whether you’re skiing, snowboarding, or snowmobiling, having the right gear and instincts that are trained to respond will help keep you and your group stay safe while having fun.

Kbyg.org has an excellent free online training course to help people learn what they need to know before they go.

North Ogden has also seen many large snow drifts where the wind heaps up deep banks of snow. One drift was almost deep enough to cover a telephone pole. The photo right is of the roof peeking out of the drift is the Barker chicken coop in 1949. They had to dig their way in to get to the chickens!

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Why Does Utah Love

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BY ANN PARK

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“If you choose not to find joy in the snow, you will have less joy in your life, but still the same amount of snow.” – WARREN MILLER

very year, when snowflakes begin to fly, people have very different reactions. Some are giddy with excitement and impatiently check their winter gear; others are packing their bags for a seasonal migration to a place with warmer weather. For many of us, the ski season is a major reason to be happy in winter.

Why do we love skiing so much? What is it about sliding down a frozen mountain that so enchants us? I admit, not everyone feels the same. For some, it’s a terrifying experience. But so many of us love it! As I asked different people about their experiences, some common themes began to take shape: Skiing is a perfect moment that defines us. Bliss. Ultimate freedom. Self – expression. Renewal. It feels like flying.

Happiness. Best feeling ever!

For me, skiing is the icy wind in my face, my muscles tensing and pushing against the snow, controlling my descent, my boots and skis connected to the mountains. I feel like a race car, banking my turns. The smell of the trees. The view.

I have to ask myself, why doesn’t everyone do this? Why don’t I do it every day?

Skiing is simple. You just throw yourself down the mountain and let your skis catch you.

Megan Collins Megan Collins, Communications & Events Specialist from Snowbasin, grew up skiing here in Utah. She began at the tender age of 18 months. Her dad said, “Maybe we should make sure the kids can walk before we put them on skis.” Megan says that she’s always been better at skiing than walking.

Her youth was packed with skiing. As teenagers, she and her friends would walk to catch the bus, meet in the lodge at 9 am, and ski all day together. When they turned 16, they would take turns driving each other to the mountain.

When Megan moved on to college, one of her professors advised her to plan for a career in something she was passionate about. She loves skiing and she loves talking to people, so she decided that working in public relations for a ski-resort was the job for her. She’s been at Snowbasin for seven years now and loves it.

Megan has skied all sorts of terrain, from the groomed resort slopes, to the high-adventure backcountry. “You can experience the same feeling of bliss at any level of skiing,” she says. “It’s all about enjoying the mountains with friends. It’s the same no matter where you go.”

Kory Davis Kory Davis, founder of OgdenAvalanche. org, is an avid backcountry skier. His website was created because people wanted a local source of forecasts, education, and events. He loves adventures in Utah’s backcountry. His goal with Ogden Avalanche is to provide education and information for our local winter recreationalists. His purpose is to make sure that everyone knows what they need to know in order to be safe. He provides wonderful classes on avalanche safety. Check out the website if you want more information, www. ogdenavalanche.org How do you know if you’re in a danger zone for an avalanche? You can check the forecast online before you head out.

Experts are constantly monitoring the snow conditions, and if the danger level is high or extreme, it’s great to know; in

those conditions there might be danger even at lower elevations. Based on the forecast, you can make an educated decision on where to go.

Kory also suggested that for those who want to try a new adventure, WSU rents ski gear and snowshoes if you just want to try it out. They also have classes.

These options are open to the public; you don’t have to be a student. So try out some new winter sports!

A couple of Kory’s favorite backcountry areas in the Wasatch are the North Fork area and all around Ben Lomond Peak.

The best things about the backcountry are the quiet and solitude. “After a fresh snow, everything is smooth. Being out there is a kind of meditation.”

Kory loves skiing with friends. The conditions don’t have to be perfect to have a great time sharing the mountain with friends. He loves skiing with his kids; they have become good skiers. As a family, they’ve skied in lots of different places around the world and had memorable times. “Every day is the best day when I ski with my kids.”

There is a great connection between the people who love the outdoors and volunteer, live, and work in the area. Kory loves being a part of the community here in Ogden. “People in Ogden love the community. Ogden is blossoming into a city with a beautiful art and outdoor culture.”

Brittni Thomason Brittni Thomason, a third-generation member of the ski-patrol, followed the career path of her mother and grandfather. She’s been skiing her whole life and doesn’t even remember learning to ski. With family members working at the resort, she was on the ski race team as a kid. She formed life-long friendships on the slopes. “There’s such January 2020 | CONNECTIONPUBLISHING 19

value in young people skiing,” she says.

She has coached the kids ski team as well.

As part of the ski-patrol, it’s her job to keep everyone safe so they can have a good time. They are responsible for medical response on the slopes, avalanche mitigation, putting up signs and marking obstacles, assessing the terrain, and keeping the resort safe. The patrol members are all very experienced; they are very deliberate, thorough, and put a lot of thought into what they do as they mark the runs. They are very careful about picking the safest place to enter a roped off area and they watch the snow conditions constantly.

“Being a member of the ski patrol is a really hard job,” Brittni says. But she loves it. There is a strong group of female patrol members at Snowbasin and Powder Mountain. All of the ski patrol members do a great job. “It’s a privilege and an honor to work with such experienced people.”

What Brittni loves most about skiing is being completely in the moment.

“When I ski, I feel like I can really express myself.”

A sense of community can be found at any level of skiing. Brittni recommends finding friends who ski at the same level and enjoying the same kind of terrain.

Stay connected! “Skiing is a huge part of the community here in Ogden. Local businesses support the ski community and enhance the ski culture.”

Julie Gray

Athlete: Kaytlin Hughes Photo by Cam McLeod

If you’ve never skied before and you want to try it, here are a few tips: • Make sure you don’t have any health concerns and check with your doctor, if necessary.

• Being in good condition is a giant help for skiing.

• Get yourself a lesson from one of the wonderful instructors in our area. They will start you out on very gentle terrain as they teach you.

This is a much better plan than letting a friend take you, especially if your friend can ski and you can’t.

• Make sure you have clothing appropriate for the conditions. It is not fun to be cold or wet in the mountains.

• Skiing is fun at any level. Go at your own pace and stay on terrain that you can handle. Increase the difficulty level gradually.

• Have an amazing time!

Julie Gray of Pleasant View moved to Utah from sunny Arizona a few years back. She had always wanted to try skiing.

So, at age 50, she tried it for the first time. She took some lessons and skied several times. She can execute beautiful parallel turns, but she confessed, “Skiing scares the bleepity-bleep out of me!”

Skiing is more challenging to learn as an adult. Maybe as kids, we aren’t worried about what might go wrong. Julie said, “At 50, I was picturing all the bones I might break.” It’s always a good idea to be careful, sensible, and to stay in control while skiing. Editorial note: None of Julie’s bones were broken during her skiing experience.

“Some people make it look so easy!” Julie said. She watched a man cruising down the slope, with one hand holding up a child between his skis and with the other hand holding a video camera. Sometimes it’s not as easy as it looks.

The sensation of sliding can be very uncomfortable for a lot of people. And our steep Utah terrain can be very intimidating. It takes time and practice

to prepare to take on the harder runs.

It’s best to increase gradually. Start with easy terrain and work your way up a little at a time. Make sure you are equipped to handle the terrain you are on.

Julie’s advice for beginning skiers: “Make sure to avoid any trail names that mention death: Widow-maker, Slaughterhouse, Tombstone etc.”

Julie skied for about two seasons before giving it up. “I’d rather watch other people ski than do it myself. It scares me.

The best part is the hot chocolate at the end.”

Ted Dumont Ted Dumont of Salt Lake City has become a die-hard fan of skiing in the Ogden area. “I used to think it was too far away.

Then I realized that it only took ten more minutes of driving than the Cottonwood Canyon area resorts.” He’s been driving north to ski ever since.

His parents put him into ski lessons at age 4 or 5, and he grew up skiing. “Skiing is a great way to connect to your family roots,” he says. Ted’s grandpa was on the ski patrol at Sun Valley, and one of his favorite childhood memories is being in their condo with a balcony, looking straight up the ski hill. At night, they could watch the groomers coming down the hill.

“The mountain recharges your soul.” Ted feels like skiing is an escape, and a great way to get away. He loves to completely disconnect from the world, from all the hustle and pressure of reality.

“Sometimes, on the mountaintop, you’re above the clouds, and it feels like you’re in heaven.”

Ted is very passionate about the outdoors and our amazing Wasatch mountains.

“It’s sad how many people in this area have never gone to the mountains in winter or summer. They are right there!”

He encourages all of us to take the time to visit them.

“Once you take your first ride up a lift, your life will be changed forever.” –WARREN MILLER

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n 1964, Michael and Lucy Morrelli founded the first Children’s Classic Childcare Center in Ogden, then called Children’s World. The center became very popular and grew to a maximum capacity of 30 children and a long waiting list. In 1965, a new center was constructed next door with a capacity of 100 children; by 1968, they increased capacity to 200 children. The popularity of the centers is clear as evidenced by the growth they have experienced over the years.

Lucy was honored with several state and national awards for her work and innovations in group childcare centers. The center was one of the first group child care centers, not only in Utah, but in the nation.

She was a vibrant teacher and lifelong student of becoming the best teacher she could be.

She loved one unique style of teaching called Threshold to Music. She incorporated different music styles and instruments into her lessons, which children loved.

Lucy’s inspiring example was contagious, and her daughter Shauna Kendell began working at the center in 1979. Now

for over 25 years, Shauna has been the administrator of the Children’s Classic centers in Ogden and has led them to even more prosperity and skill at caring for children.

Today, they embrace the name “Classic” with tried and true methods of caring for and teaching children, while also offering the most advanced care options available in today’s market. Their facilities offer security-protected entrances and cameras in all classrooms. They also provide nutritious meals and snacks daily for the best developmental growth of each child.

Having been in business for over 50 years, Children’s Classic Child Care Centers have served children for over three generations. In fact, many of the children they have cared for have grown and are now bringing their children to one of two local centers. Kara Eddington, director of the Ogden center, attended Children’s Classic and later started her career in 1991.

A recent addition to their childcare program is a customized parent app which gives parents the opportunity to check in on their young students throughout the day.

This app creates a way for busy parents to quickly check on their child conveniently on their smartphone. This also gives the center the chance

to engage parents in the development and learning of their child.

The centers currently offer childcare for infants through grade school-aged children as well as a preschool program and a full-day kindergarten.

Transportation is offered to and from nearby schools to help children get to the centers easily. The centers are multi-faceted, offering activities such as art, music, stem curriculum, phonics and reading, science, and small and large motor development.

Shauna has led the organization to many more national and local awards, including the following: High Quality Classroom, Top Star Level 3, and Healthier CACFP for their nutrition programs.

They have two locations in Ogden: one off of 9th street, and the other in South Ogden off of Wasatch Drive. The centers have very stable staff with 20 employees that have been at the centers for 10-30 years.

The joy that is expressed by Shauna for the work they accomplish and the children they are able to impact is inspiring. As President Herbert Hoover once said, “Children are our most valuable resource!” That is why they need a place like Children’s Classic to care for them.

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A year of accomplishment for AMERICAN SPIRIT PROJECT

BY JOHN REYNOLDS

In 2019

, some 16 local citizens received recognition and reward for their participation in the American Spirit Project. The project seeks to bring greater awareness of the positive qualities of our system of government. We reached out to youth city councils, graduating high school seniors, law enforcement, and military. The first 2019 Honoree Award went to Major/ Mayor Brent Taylor, received by his widow Jennie Taylor, for his contributions to the well-being of our community. Four graduating seniors were given Honoree Awards and cash awards at Fremont and Weber H.S. and Capstone Academy.

There were three law enforcement awards: North Ogden and Pleasant View Police Departments selected officers for the Honoree Award, and Weber County Sheriff’s Department also selected an officer to be honored. An honoree award was also given to Jennie Taylor for her role in bringing the community together after the loss of Major Brent Taylor.

Youth city councils in North Ogden, Pleasant View, and Circleville each selected an Honoree from their memberships who each received a custom-made plaque and a check for $300.

ASP also conducted an essay contest with a theme of “Your 20-20 Vision for Utah and America in 2020.” The top essay award of $1000 was given to Pamela Smith from Mountain Green, and Runner-up awards were given to Ryan Spelts, Vince Bennett and Juliann Doman. Altogether, cash awards this year amounted to $4900 which is the highest total for the ten years these awards have been given.

ASP awards originated in 2010 with an essay contest for

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students in grades 4th through 12th. The inspiration for this was a newspaper article in 2009 about a solider from Cache Valley who was killed in Iraq. A plan was developed and taken to the North Ogden Kiwanis Club, who met with Weber School District officials, and the Freedom Essay Contest began in 2010 and was repeated in 2011. From 2012 to 2017, it became a public essay contest with various themes of American Spirit. In 2018 we worked with youth city councils and high schools to give individual Honoree Awards. In 2019 we added military and law enforcement participant awards.

Currently, plans are being developed for the 2020 version of ASP Honoree Awards and will continue to include participation of youth groups and others. This project is funded locally, and we welcome your support.

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Often, the blind are overlooked. However, Helen Keller, who lived her life in darkness, didn’t allow her blindness to affect her vision, which encompassed far more than sight alone. Helen was known to have said, “The only thing that is worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.” The parable warns, “where there is no vision, the people perish…”

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The Constitution was written by men who had vision. What gave them the essential foresight, the discernment, the breadth of view and farsightedness was their trust in God and His divine guidance. America became great, not because of the greatness of men, but because men recognized the greatness of God and postured themselves in humble prayer before Him. George Washington wisely expressed, “Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports…let us with caution indulge the supposition that morality can be maintained without religion.” Webster defined, “Religion, in its most comprehensive sense, includes a belief in the being and perfections of God, in the revelation of his will to man, in man’s obligation to obey his commands…and in man’s accountableness to God.” Over past decades, America, including our great state of Utah, has changed significantly. Many have left God altogether. Some still “come near…with their lips, but their hearts are far from [Him].” The contemporary consensus has reverted to acknowledging humankind’s handiwork rather than our Master’s miracles. Reliance upon governments created by men is eclipsing our reliance upon God, our Creator. While technology advancing physical sight has climbed, are we spiraling downward into spiritual blindness? Patrick Henry warned, “We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth… Are we disposed to be of the number of those who, having eyes, see not, and having ears, hear not? For my part, whatever anguish of spirit it may cost, I am willing to know the whole truth.”

In this world of change, it is essential to know that God never changes. Reliance on Him unlocks His grace and restores vision - His perfect vision. It is the only sustainable solution for our state and nation! God declares, “For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Are we willing to see and follow God’s Master plan? He promises, “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”

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NOT PLANNING AROUND BENEFITS. The government has specific rules regarding benefits and often discontinues benefits due to an inheritance. Even though the inheritance provides for the child financially, they could lose their medical benefits and incur expensive medical costs that will quickly deplete the inheritance.

DISINHERITING YOUR CHILD. In attempting to maintain government benefits, parents will disinherit their child so the child can continue receiving benefits. Doing so denies the child critical resources that can be used to make their lives better. There are better solutions to allow you to provide an inheritance AND protect your child’s benefits.

NOT PUTTING IT IN WRITING. If it is not in writing, it is not binding.

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Should I refinance?

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TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF LOWER INTEREST RATES

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Warm, hearty & healthy

BREAKFAST

It's cold outside and these recipes are not only delicious, but a great and filling way to start your day.

Overnight Oats Recipe adapted from feelgoodfoodie.net 1/2 Cup rolled old fashioned oats 1/2 Cup milk of choice 1/4 Cup non-fat Greek yogurt 1 Tablespoon chia seeds 1 Tablespoon Sweetener of choice (Honey, Agave nectar, or maple syrup) 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Stir together all ingredients in a container with a lid and store in the fridge overnight. Pint-sized canning jars work great. When you’re ready to eat, thin the mixture with milk or water to create your desired consistency. You can eat it cold or microwave it to eat it warm.

Overnight oats can be eaten warm if you don't like them cold.

Add-ins that will take any hot cereal (or cold overnight oats) to the next level: PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY 1/2 Tablespoon strawberry jam 1 Tablespoon peanut butter 1/4 Cup diced strawberries 2 Tablespoons crushed peanuts APPLE PIE 1/4 Cup diced apples 1 Tablespoon pecans, chopped 2 teaspoons maple syrup 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

BANANA NUTELLA 1/2 Banana, sliced 1 Tablespoon Nutella 1 Tablespoon hazelnuts, crushed 1 Tablespoon chocolate chips or cacao nibs

NUTS ABOUT BERRIES 1 Handful of blueberries 1 Handful of raspberries 1/4 Cup diced strawberries 2 Tablespoons chopped walnuts

ALMOND JOY 1/4 Cup shredded coconut 1 Tablespoon almonds, chopped or slivered 1 Tablespoon hazelnuts, crushed 2 teaspoons maple syrup

TIPS: Nuts and cacao nibs add a crunch to these breakfasts that you’ll love!

Brown sugar, honey, butter, and even cheese can be delicious add-ins on their own if you need breakfast made quickly.

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Instant Pot Banana Bread Steel Cut Oats Recipe by www.melskitchencafe.com My family LOVES this recipe and we make it often. I've used almond and regular milk and they both turn out delicious. It's easy, healthy and the leftovers heat up well in the microwave.

Mel's website is full of other really great recipes! -Kristina Case, Graphic Designer of North Ogden Connection 2 cups milk (almond milk, dairy milk, etc.)

2 cups water (see note) 2 to 3 mashed/pureed bananas (about 1 cup) 2 cups steel cut oats Pinch of salt 1/4 cup brown sugar (or honey) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For serving: sliced bananas, chopped toasted nuts, honey for drizzling Grease the insert of a 6-quart Instant Pot with nonstick cooking spray.

Add the milk, water, mashed bananas, oats and salt to the pot and give the mixture a good stir.

Secure the lid, making sure the valve is sealed. Select the Manual or Pressure Cook button and dial up or down to 4 minutes. The IP will start automatically.

When finished cooking, let the pressure naturally release for 15 minutes before manually releasing the remaining pressure (otherwise the oatmeal may spurt through the valve if pressure is released too soon). Stir in the brown sugar (or honey) and vanilla.

Serve warm with additional milk (if desired), sliced bananas, chopped nuts, or extra honey/brown sugar. The oatmeal will thicken considerably as it cools.

NOTES: You can increase the liquid (milk or water) if you like a thinner consistency to steel cut oats. I haven’t made this steel cut oats recipe in the slow cooker, but it should convert pretty well based on a similar Creamy Coconut Milk Steel Cut Oatmeal recipe on my site. UPDATE: If you are getting the burn warning when cooking, you can help/fix that by adding more water. You can add up to another cup of water with good results (the oats will look runnier after cooking but will thicken as they cool).

Hot Cereal Memories BY RYAN SPELTS I have very distinct memories of eating hot cereal with my Grandma and Grandpa Wolsey. They had some unique cereal habits that made it very delicious. For one, they typically made either cracked wheat cereal or cream of wheat. They always seemed to have fresh fruit too. Most of the time, they had acquired said fruit from a side-ofthe road fruit stand somewhere along their travels. It was always super delicious and fresh. Sweetened with brown sugar to just slightly under cinnamon roll sweetness, it was served in unique Corning Ware bowls with a small handle or tab on the side. It is fun to remember how delicious my grandfather made it look to eat my grandmother’s creations.

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Hot Cereal Options: Warm breakfasts in a bowl Cracked wheat Oatmeal Cream of wheat Grits 10-Grain hot Cereal

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>>Chili Verde Smothered Fries-a popular favorite they sound like and are patterned after the Canadian food craze called Poutine Gravy; all were delicious. The fries are large steak fries and cooked to a crispy golden brown, so they don’t get soggy too quickly in the sauces.

Pie n' Fry

stay on the lighter side by opting ketofriendly wings and salads.

BY RYAN SPELTS

We tried some of their more popular options from both the Pie and the Fry sides of the menu. If you are taking a date, consider each getting a pizza or salad and sharing a smother of fries.

Their made-from-scratch sauces are cooked to order, and the food is fresh and delicious.

Offering the best things in life: pizza and fries

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hy hasn’t anyone thought of this before? Pie and Fry! In other words, Pizza and French Fries. It is a great spot in the heart of Ogden off Grant Ave. Restaurateur Ryan Glenn has had restaurants for years and, in a recent move to Ogden, wanted to bring some of the best aspects and most popular dishes from his other restaurants to our valley. He knows what people love at his other restaurants in Park City, Heber, and Salt Lake, so he created a new concept in Pie and Fry. With custom, gourmet, personal pizza and smothered, delicious French Fries with many custom or in-house creations on the menu, you will enjoy your visit. You can also

Come Back Favorites

Pizzas we tried are the Adriatic, with pepperoni, black olives and feta cheese.

Named after the Adriatic Sea, which runs between the countries of Italy and Greece. This pizza is not quite Italian and not quite Greek. It is quite delicious and my personal favorite of those that we tried. We also enjoyed the Chicken BBQ with chicken, cheddar, red pepper, and onion over BBQ sauce. Melissa’s favorite was the Thai Sweet Chili pizza, which tops a sweet chili sauce with mozzarella, chicken, onion, pineapple, jalapeño and some fresh herbs and spices, which make this pie delicious with a hint of heat.

For our smothered fries, we had Chili Verde with large chunks of pork, which was the favorite for both of us. The Chili and cheese Fries are just what

Chili Verde Smothered Fries Thai Sweet Chili pizza

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You can also stay on the healthier side of the menu by opting for their custom salads. We had the pork salad with greens, seasoned pork, tomato, red onion, and cheddar cheese and tortilla strips across the top. Wings with any of their sauces are also cooked beautifully.

This new addition to the Ogden Restaurant scene is a welcome site and a must-try for your next night out. Prices are very reasonable with lots of options for everyone. The menu includes gluten free, vegetarian, and other allergyfriendly options.

Editor's Note: The What to Eat article you just read is a sponsored restaurant spotlight. We do not critique restaurants and if we run across a restaurant that we don’t enjoy, we will simply refund their money and not run the article because we choose to focus on the positive. We just want to share with you what we experience at these local eating establishments that in-part support this publication.

 Pie n' Fry 2251 Grant Ave. Ogden, UT 84401 P: (801) 393-4453 www.pieandfry.com

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