Roy Connection January 2020

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y April 1, 2020, every home will receive an invitation to take part in the U.S. Census. We will have three response options, on-line, by mail, or by phone. During this same month, census takers will begin visiting students living on campus and people living in senior centers. In May 2020, census people will begin visiting homes that haven’t responded. Please do not take this lightly, there is so much at stake in making sure this gets done. Roy City needs an accurate count in order to ensure our fair portion of billions of federal and state dollars.

This census will influence how federal funds are "...every home spent on transportation infrastructure needs and will receive an the periodic adjusting of electoral districts. The invitation to take data will help communities address new schools, respond to natural disasters, and secure funding part in the U.S. for hospitals and fire departments. But the most Census... Please important part that affects each of us is the do not take this lightly, there is so allocation of state tax revenues. Two-thirds of all sales tax our city receives is based on our population much at stake" numbers. The more accurate the census count, the more accurate our fair share of sales tax revenue. More sales tax revenue means less dependency on property tax to run the city. We all need to do our part.

A recent meeting with UDOT indicated that, in a couple of months, we should see the outcome of the Environmental Assessment Study on 5600 South.

The study will include recommended changes to the 5600 South (SR-97) from 1900 West to 3500 West and the I-15 Interstate collector. This $100M plus project will be an important first step in addressing traffic challenges within the city. As soon as they are prepared to share with us their findings, we will get the information out on the public meeting time and place.

Please stay involved with local government and let your voice be heard.

Robert Dandoy, Mayor

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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

See page 28 Overnight Oats, warm or cold is a delicious delight.

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CONTENTS

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COMMUNITY Calendar of Events Student of the Month Shop Local Utah Loves to Ski

Photo by Ryan Thompson-Snow Basin Ski Resort Why Does Utah Love Skiing, Pg 16

A Winter to Remember

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25 BUSINESS

16 Utah Love's Skiing

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22 A Winter to Remember

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30 RESTAURANT REVIEW Pie N' Fry

28 Cuddle up to a Warm Breakfast

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Questions or comments? ryan@connectionpub.com or (801) 624-9652 Website: www.royconnection.com Advertising: Vy Trinh 801-425-3581 4 royconnection.com | Januar y 2020

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

22 A LOOK BACK

RECIPES Warm Breakfast Bowls

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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.

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

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Roy City Updates

CENSUS 101 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!

We get ONE chance to determine how our collective money and political power will be distributed for the next decade. Census data informs many decisions that affect our communities, economy and democracy.

Participating in the census is our opportunity to ensure that our communities receive their fair share. · Everyone Counts. The census counts every person living in the United States once, only once, and in the right place. · It’s about fair representation. Every 10 years, the results of the census are used to reapportion the House of Representatives and determine how many seats each state gets.

o Businesses use census data to decide where to build factories, offices, and stores, which create jobs. o Local governments use the census for public safety and emergency preparedness

· It’s in the Constitution. The U.S. Constitution mandates that everyone in the country be counted every 10 years. The first census was in 1790. · It’s about 675 Billion. The distribution of more than $675 billion in federal funds, grants, and support to states, counties, and communities based on census data. That money is spent on schools, hospitals, roads, public works, and other vital programs. · It’s about redistricting. After each decade’s census, state officials redraw the boundaries of the congressional and state legislative districts in their states to account for population shifts. · Taking part is your civic duty. Completing the census is mandatory: it’s a way to participate in our democracy and say “I COUNT!”

· Census data are being used all around you:

o Residents use the census to support community initiatives involving legislation, quality of life, and consumer advocacy. o Real estate developers use the census to build new homes and revitalize old neighborhoods · Your privacy is protected. It’s against the law for the U.S. Census Bureau to publicly release your responses in any way that could identify you or your household.

By law, your responses cannot be used against you and can only be used to produce statistics. · 2020 will be easier than ever. In 2020, you will be able to respond to the census online. · You can help. You are the expert- we need your ideas on the best way to make sure everyone in your community gets counted.

DON'T BE INVISIBLE

EVERYBODY COUNTS literally. everyone.

Will you be counted in 2020 and demand your share?

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New Winter Parking Ordinance Roy City winter parking regulations are in effect. As a reminder, this ordinance was updated in 2018 and allows for cars to be parked on the street during the winter unless it is snowing or snow is on the street.

If your vehicle is parked on the street during a snow storm or while there is snow on the street, you will receive a ticket of $35 or more. Please make every effort to comply with this ordinance.

This ordinance is in effect year-round and includes, but is not limited to, basketball standards, landscaping material, trailers, etc.

Sidewalk Snow Removal Citizens are reminded to keep the sidewalks clear of snow and ice within twelve (12) hours from the termination of the depositing storm and to not deposit snow or other materials in the city streets. Snow deposited into the street from one residence ends up in the neighbor’s driveway approach as the plows clear the streets for safe vehicle passage. Please deposit snow in park strips where available or on grassy areas where the melting snow can safely and naturally filter through the soil.

Garbage Can Placement and Removal All garbage can containers may be placed at the curbside after 7 p.m. the day before your scheduled collection.

They need to be removed from the curbside by 7 p.m. on the day of the scheduled collection. Containers cannot be left at the curb beyond the collection day. Please move your containers back to the storing location.

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Updated Water Meter System You might have recently noticed members of our Water Department outside of your home. They have been diligent in replacing the water meters throughout the city. While it may temporarily leave you without water, it typically only takes a few minutes to complete the replacement. This process is to ensure each home is updated with our new metering system, which will eventually allow Roy City to switch to monthly billing.

At this time, we do not have a timeline for completion.

If you have any questions regarding this process, please feel free to call the Utility Department at 801-774-1000.

Residential Meter Reading Residential water meters are not read during the winter months; therefore, an average amount of water usage will be billed for the January and March billings with new homeowners being averaged at 18,000 gallons their first winter season. Any adjustment will be made on the May billing.

WATER RATE INCREASE Effective January 1, 2020 All Roy City Residents will see an increase in the water rates. This change is brought on from the service providers and will be reflected on the January bill. The rate increases are as noted below.

Water Base Fees Old Rate New Rate Residential- Bi monthly

$18.77 $22.77 Residential- Outside City Limits- Bi-monthly $37.54

$45.54 Commercial- Monthly $ 8.39

$11.39 Commercial- Outside City Limits- Monthly $16.78

$22.77 Mobile Homes- Monthly $ 8.39 $ 9.39 Residential Water Usage First 18,000 gallons (per 1,000) Next 12,000 gallons (per 1,000) Next 10,000 gallons (per 1,000) All gallons over 40,000 (per 1,000)

$ $ $ $

0.84 1.50 1.69 1.92

$ $ $ $

0.86 1.54 1.75 2.00

Commercial Water Usage First 9,000 gallons (per 1,000) Next 6,000 gallons (per 1,000) Next 5,000 gallons (per 1,000) All gallons over 20,000 (per 1,000)

$ $ $ $

0.84 1.50 1.69 1.92

$ $ $ $

0.86 1.54 1.75 2.00

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Key Community Contacts

DID YOU KNOW… 1. Leaks Account for 1 Trillion Gallons of Annual Water Waste On average, each home in the U.S. wastes roughly 11,000 gallons of water each year. In some cases, homes waste 90 gallons each day. Collectively, that equates to over 1 trillion gallons of water wasted each year across the U.S. It can be as simple as a leaky faucet, old piping, leaky toilet, or malfunctioning parts in your plumbing system 2. It Only Takes a Drop While a slow-dripping faucet or showerhead doesn’t seem like a big deal, the amount of water wasted adds up. One drip each second equates to over 3,000 gallons of water wasted annually. If you notice slow drips, look at the washers and gaskets in your faucets. If they’re worn, it only takes a quick replacement to stop the leak.

3. Old Homes Are the Worst While older homes have an irreplaceable style and charm, they’re one of the biggest culprits when it comes to water waste. Upgrading dated plumbing fixtures and toilets can save up to 16,000 gallons each year. If your home is over 40 years old, have it retrofitted to save money, reduce the risk of plumbing-related issues, and to eliminate water waste.

Mayor: Robert Dandoy - (801) 774-1028 rdandoy@royutah.org Council Members: Jan Burrell jburrell@royutah.org Joe Paul jpaul@royutah.org Bryon Saxton bsaxton@royutah.org Diane Wilson dwilson@royutah.org Ann Jackson ajackson@royutah.org Roy Offices:

(801) 774-1000

Police: Business (801) 774-1063

Emergency 911

Chief Carl Merino cmerino@royutah.org Fire: (801) 774-1080 fire@royutah.org

RECYCLE SIMPLE AND SMART!

Utilities:

(801) 774-1000

Parks & Rec: (801) 774-1048 parksandrec@royutah.org Justice Court: (801) 774-1051 courts@royutah.org

CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

Plastics #1 Plastics #2

Roy Municipal Building JANUARY 7th & 21st 5:30 p.m.

Steel and Aluminum Cans Cardboard Clean paper ADD ONLY THESE EMPTY, CLEAN AND UN-BAGGED ITEMS TO YOUR RECYCLE BIN!

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NO PLASTIC BAGS, WRAP, OR FILM NO FOOD WASTE NO FOOD SOILED PRODUCTS NO YARD WASTE OR GRASS NO GLASS NO SHREDDED PAPER NO CLOTHES, SHOES NO TOYS OR OVERSIZED PLASTIC ITEMS NO NEEDLES OR MEDICAL WASTE NO STYROFOAM NO WAXY OR GLOSSY PAPER ITEMS NO BATTERIES NO CONTAINERS WITH LIQUID NO DIAPERS NO PLASTIC LINED MAIL POUCHES

Roy City Council Meetings are held twice monthly, on every first and third Tuesday of the month, at 5:30 in the City Council Chambers located inside the Municipal Building.

The City Council has a public comment portion in every meeting that is designed for residents to voice any concerns, compliments, or suggestions to the City Council in a public meeting.

If you would like to be notified of any of the changes in scheduled meeting times, agenda items to be discussed, or changes made to city policy, please sign up for updates on our website at www.royutah.org and follow the link on the front page “Stay Notified” Januar y 2020 | royconnection.com 7

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Roy Complex

February Swim Lessons / Jan 6-30, 2020 Registration Jan. 13, 2020

2150 W. 4700 S. • (801) 774-1050

MON/WED Time Level 5:00 p.m.

PSA & 2 5:30 p.m.

PSB 5:45 p.m.

4 6:00 p.m.

3 6:30 p.m.

1 6:45 p.m.

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Get Fit, Have Fun, Make Friends (Classes are included in entrance fee or with pass)

Zumba Classes Mondays 7 p.m. & Wednesdays 6 p.m.

Women's Strength Training Mondays & Wednesdays 8:45 a.m.

TUES/THURS Time Level 5:00 p.m.

PSA & 1 5:30 p.m.

PSB 5:45 p.m.

2 6:00 p.m.

3 6:30 p.m.

2 6:45 p.m.

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(PSA)Pre-School A (PSB)Pre-School B (P&C) Parent & Child Pre-School

Yoga Classes

All class level descriptions can be found at www.royrecreation.com

Mondays & Wednesdays 6 a.m.

Senior Exercises

Classic: Mondays & Tuesdays 10 a.m.

Cardio: Tuesdays / Thursdays 9 a.m. & Fridays 10 a.m.

Equipment Room Trainer Saturdays, between 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.

Tuesday Nights / 7 p.m.

Thursday Mornings / 10 a.m.

Registration: Jan. 31, 2020 Class Dates: Feb. 3-28, 2020

Morning 8:00 - 8:45 Deep 8:45 - 9:30 Deep

HIGH fitness has brought aerobics back in a hip and unique way, and the world is taking notice. The popular revival of this beloved fitness trend has quickly become the hottest new workout across the US and Canada.

Non Pass-holders: Pass-holders: Seniors:

Evening 4:15 - 5:00 8:00 - 8:45 8:30 - 9:15 8:45 - 9:30

What to expect: • A sweaty blast to simple and easy-to-follow fitness choreography.

• Interval training moves: jump squats, burpees, tuck jumps, etc.

• Take it HIGH or take it low! Options given for all levels of fitness.

• An energetic, fun, inspiring and welcoming environment.

February Water Aerobics Cost 4:15 p.m. $30 $28 $20 $18 $15 $15

Deep Deep Shallow Deep

Parks & Recreation The Parks & Recreation Offices have moved to 1950 W 4800 S, Roy, UT, which is formerly known as the old Roy Library. Our hours remain the same: MondayThursday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. - noon.

Cemetery Winter Maintenance Schedule Grave decorations will be removed by city crews on the last Thursday of January, February, and March. Please be sure to remove decorations by the last Wednesday evening of each month to avoid having them disposed of.

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Boys Jr. Jazz Basketball games start on January 11th. Come out to the Hope Center Gym, Roy Jr. High, Sand Ridge Jr. High or Roy High on Saturdays to support the kids!

Follow Roy City Recreation & Complex on Social Media for Updates! @roycityrecreation@royrecreationcomplex @royrecreation @roy_recreation@royrecreationcomplex

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Recreation Registration

Register at www.royrecreation.com Email ebadger@royutah.org or call 801-774-1048 with any questions

Baseball/Softball

Flag Football

T-Ball

Coed Volleyball

Coach/ Machine Pitch

Beginner Basketball

Tackle Football

Girls Basketball

Boys Basketball

Adult COED Softball

HAPPY NEW YEAR

Bill Spelts

Billisms

Fishing Club Adult Mens Softball

COUGH, ROUGH, THOUGH, THROUGH.

Hunter Safety

"Why don't all of these words rhyme?

They all end in the same letters.

Boys High School Basketball

Roy Days

Instead, for some grammar-forsaken reason, these two words do rhyme: Pony and Bologna.

Strange Language!"

This new monthly section will feature thoughts and ideas from the mind of my father. He sees the world through a unique set of lenses. - Ryan

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JANUARY Calendar of Events SCHOOL EVENTS ROY HIGH SCHOOL Jan 3: Late Start 8:30 a.m. | Girls Basketball @ Layton 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Layton 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Jan 4: Royalaire competition Premier Classic @ UVU 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

Jan 7: Girls Basketball @ Clearfield 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Clearfield 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Jan 8: Wrestling @ Roy Jan 9: Wrestling @ Fremont | Swimming @ Clearfield / Northridge 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Jan 10: Wrestling Richardson Memorial @ Box Elder High | Debate @ UDCA Speech @ Lone Peak High School 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Davis 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Jan 11: Wrestling Richardson Memorial @ Box Elder High Jan 13: Driver’s Ed Parents Meeting 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Jan 14: Keys to Success Lunch Visit 10:50 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. | Girls Basketball @ Roy 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Roy 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Jan 15: Royals Got Talent Tryouts 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Jan 16: All State Band and Orchestra @ U of U | Wrestling Dual @ Roy | Swimming @ Weber High 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Jan 17: All State Band and Orchestra @ U of U | Swimming Highland Invitational | USA Cheer in Both Gyms | Wrestling Rocky Mountain Rumble @ Legacy Events Center | Girls Basketball @ Weber 5:15 – 6:45 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Weber 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Jan 18: All State Band and Orchestra @ U of U | Swimming Highland Invitational | USA Cheer in Both Gyms | Wrestling Rocky Mountain Rumble @ Legacy Events Center | Cheer Competition @ Corner Canyon Jan 20: Martin Luther King Day/ No School Jan 21: Swimming @ Roy 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Girls Basketball @ Syracuse 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. | Boys Basketball 7 p.m. – 8:30 10 royconnection.com | Januar y 2020

Jan 22: Wrestling @ Layton | Royal of the Month 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Jan 23: Men’s and Ladies’ Choir @ Abravenal Hall All State | Wrestling @ Davis Jan 24: Men’s and Ladies’ Choir @ Abravenal Hall All State | Late Start 8:30 a.m. | Royals Got Talent Assembly @ Little Theatre 9:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | Girls Basketball @ Fremont 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Fremont 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Jan 25: Cheer Competition @ SLCC Jan 28: Girls Basketball @ Roy 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Roy 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Jan 31: Wrestling 6A Divisional Tournament @ Syracuse | Swimming Region 1 Championships @ South Davis Rec Center 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Late Start 8:30 a.m. | Boys Basketball @ Davis 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

ROY JR. HIGH Jan 1: Last day of Winter Break Jan 2: 7th to 8th Orientation Jan 3: Boys Basketball @ T.H. Bell 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Happy Jan 7: Boys Basketball @ Roy Ne w Year 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Jan 8: Early Out | Geography Bee 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.

Jan 9: Boys Basketball @ Snowcrest 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Jan 10: Professional Learning Day Jan 14: 9th Grade CTE Tour @ Roy High School 8 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Boys Basketball @ Roy 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Jan 15: Student of the Month 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Jan 20: Martin Luther King Day Jan 22: Early Out | Boys Basketball @ Roy 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Elementary Registration Night 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Jan 24: Boys Basketball @ Roy 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Jan 28: Boys Basketball @ North Ogden Jr. High 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Jan 29: MTSS Game Activity 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Jan 31: Boys Basketball @ Roy 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

SAND RIDGE JR. HIGH Jan 3: Boys Basketball @ South Ogden 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Jan 7: Boys Basketball @ Sandridge Jr. High 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Jan 10: No School Jan 13: Roy High CTE / Fine Arts Tour 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.

Jan 14: 7th Grade Registration 7:45 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Roy Jr. High 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Jan 15: 8th Grade Registration 7:45 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Health Screenings @ Commons Area 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Jan 16: Scorpion of the Month 8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.

Jan 17: Boys Basketball @ Sandridge 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Jan 20: No School Jan 21: Chromebook Distribution | North Park 6th Grade Registration 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Jan 22: Boys Basketball @ Orion 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Orchestra Honors Performance @ Bonneville 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Jan 23: Health Screening @ Commons Area 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Jan 24: Boys Basketball @ Sandridge 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Jan 28: Girls Basketball Clinic 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Wahlquist 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Jan 29: Girls Basketball Clinic 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Jan 30: Girls Basketball Clinic 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Jan 31: Girls Basketball Clinic 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Boys Basketball @ Sandridge 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

ROY ELEMENTARY Jan 10: No School Jan 13: Haircuts Jan 20: No School Jan 24: Early Out Jan 30: Food Pantry 2 p.m.

MUNICIPAL ELEMENTARY Jan 10: No School Jan 20: Martin Luther King Day – No School

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NORTH PARK ELEMENTARY Jan 2: School starts | 6th Grade Field Trip @ Environmental Center 8 a.m.

Jan 10: No School Jan 16: CCS Bridging the Gap 12:45 – 1:15 p.m.

Jan 20: No School – Martin Luther King Day

VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Jan 1: Last Day of Winter Break Jan 10: No School Jan 15: Community Council Meeting 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Jan 20: Martin Luther King Day – No school

LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Jan 10: No School Jan 16: Family Night@ Cafeteria 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Jan 17: DARE Graduation 9:30 a.m.

Jan 20: No School Martin Luther King Day

ROY COMPLEX Jan 1: Facility Closed Jan 10: “Open Swim” starts at 1 p.m.

Jan 13: February Swim Lesson Registration on line.

Jan 20: “Open Swim” starts at 1 p.m.

Jan 31: February Water Aerobic Registration. Runs Feb. 3-27, 2020

SENIOR CENTER Jan 1: CENTER CLOSED (Happy New Year) Jan 2: Come Out and Dance to Second Generation 11 a.m - 1 p.m.

Jan 6: Birthday Cake Jan 7: Bingo 12:30 p.m.

Jan 9: Themed Snowman Tea | Kathy Daughter on guitar. Please come and enjoy our new talent 11:30 a.m Dec 11: Robin Arnold 1:30 p.m. plus Roy Line Dancers Jan 15: Garr Ashby 11:30 a.m. | Bingo 12:30p.m.

Jan 16: Legal Services (by appt. only) | Speaker Jeff from Humana | Come Out and Dance to Second Generation 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Jan 20: CENTER CLOSED Martin Luther King Day Jan 21: Linda Hammer on Piano 11:30 a.m.

Jan 22: Stampede 11:30 a.m.

Jan 23: Speaker Jeff from Humana | Bingo 12:30p.m.

Jan 28: Painting Class with Trish. We will have pictures to vote on. Please stop in at the front desk 10:00 a.m.

Jan 30: Come Out and Dance to Second Generation 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Please continue to check at the front desk and our board for new activities

LIBRARY EVENTS Jan 4: Novel Teens Golden Boy by Tara Sullivan 4 p.m. call (801)337-2674 to register | Sensory Story Hour 10:30 a.m., designed for children with special needs Jan 8: Book Discussion: The Water Knife by Paolo Bacigalupi 7 p.m. This thrilling drama follows the catastrophe of drought and features ethical questions, a toothless and aging Brittany Spears, and a new American dust bowl Jan 9: Engineering Art 4 p.m. call (801)337-2674 to register. Create and design with Keva Planks. Grades K – 6 Jan 15: Film Club: Solaris (PG) 6 p.m. Solaris follows a psychologist sent to investigate a space station on which the crew fell into insanity.

Come for a film and discussion Jan 16: Magna Drawing 6:30 p.m.

Learn beginning to intermediate magna art | Code Commanders 4 p.m. call (801)337-2674 to register | Protecting our Raptors and Waterways 6:30 p.m.

Jan 17: Hundred Acre Wood Party 4 p.m. Join Pooh Bear, Piglet, Tigger, and the whole crew to celebrate the author, A. A. Milne’s birthday Jan 22: Coffee Painting 7 p.m.

Call (801)337-2670 to register Jan 23: Writer’s Workshop 6:30 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Become the writer you’ve always known you are in this workshop hosted by writer and teacher Alex Alfaro.

CITY EVENTS Jan: 7 & 21 City Council Meeting @ Roy Municipal Building 6 p.m. - 8 Jan. 1: CITY OFFICES CLOSED (Happy New Year) Jan 20: CITY OFFICES CLOSED Martin Luther King Day

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: Free Monday Concert featuring Josh Wright (Classical Piano) @ Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Jan 8: Meal Planning Class @ Riverdale Community Center 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Taught by JaNae Kinikin MS, RDN. Ten spots available; cost is $20 per person and includes a binder with worksheets and recipes. Sign up at the community center or on riverdalecity.com Jan 11: 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 UT5:30 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.

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Student's of the Month A Step Above Sophi Scholer

Justin Kirkland

“Nobody who ever gave his best regretted it.”

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“You can’t have a million-dollar dream with a minimum-wage work ethic.”

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Scooter’s Coffee, a national franchise begun more than 20 years ago, opened its first Utah location in Roy in 2014. Scooter’s offers a huge variety of delicious drinks.

You can choose from hot chocolate, mocha, cappuccino, coffee, espresso, cider, tea, smoothies, and lattes – many are available hot, iced, or frozen. They can transform your favorite candy bar into a “blender.” Breakfast food items include delicious burritos, bagel sandwiches, oatmeal, homemade muffins, and bread.

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These two new businesses are welcome additions to Roy City!

We are excited to have both businesses call Roy home, and are eager for their continued involvement in the community.

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Why Does Utah Love

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BY ANN PARK

Photo by Ryan Thompson Megan Collins - Happy to Be Skiing

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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 said 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 a.m., 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 everyone knows what they need to know 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 is 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

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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 said. 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 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!”

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!

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.

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A Winter to Remember

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There was a winter night in Roy that was especially blustery. It was so bad that trains could not move and had to wait until the storm passed to continue on.

With high winds and drifts of snow, it would have been the perfect night to stay home near the fire.

William and Diana Robinson were a family living in Roy; they were known to the community as kind and considerate people. Mr. Robinson loved his family and neighbors, and the neighborhood children loved him. He would make green willow whistles for them in the spring and take them to school in the winter in his bobsleigh.

On this particular evening, they had a visitor; it was a Japanese man asking for Mrs. Robinson’s help. She had helped many in the community who were sick and in need, and this man’s wife was sick and in labor. He couldn’t get to the doctor or ride his horse, due to the storm. He had to travel to the Robinson’s house by foot.

William and Diana Robinson Family

Mrs. Robinson told the man to go be with his wife and that she and her husband would be there soon. They, too, had to travel by foot through the worst storm they could remember.

The journey wasn’t easy, and they had to help each other out of the drifts on many occasions. You could imagine how cold and frozen they were without the modern snow clothes we have today. With cold and wet feet, they finally arrived.

Snowdrifts had piled up around the house and blocked the wind from coming through most of the holes in the walls. The men put up blankets to cover the rest of them, while Mrs. Robinson helped the little mother.

A baby boy was born, and the mother lived. The Robinsons returned home the following morning and felt so blessed that they didn’t catch a cold.

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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 at Connection Publishing 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.

Photo provided by melskitchencafe.com

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

*Cook according to package instructions

Top-grits, bottom-oatmeal, left-10 grain

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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

Offering the best things in life: pizza and fries

BY RYAN SPELTS

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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

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

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.

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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