August Calendar of Events

SCHOOL EVENTS

Aug 12: Maria Montessori Academy first day of school.

Aug 26: First Day of School for Weber School District. Visit wsd.net for the most up-to-date information regarding the COVID-19 response and returning to school. http://wsd.net/covid-19/news/return-to-school-letter/itemlist/category/179-covid-19

STUDENTS: Welcome back to school, whatever it may look like!

LIBRARY EVENTS

The North Branch Library is open and ready to serve the public. To support social distancing efforts, Weber County Library programs have moved online. New content is available weekly at weberpl.org, as well as the Library’s social media channels. Like them at facebook.com/weberpl or follow them @webercountylibrary on Instagram.

Online Programs for Children & Teens

Silly Story Time
New Videos Mondays | Ages 12 & Under

Storytime for Littles
New Videos Tuesdays | Ages 10-5

STEAM Stream
New Videos Wednesdays | Ages 12 & Under

Teen Book Talks
New Videos Fridays | Ages 12-18

Summer Reading

Children’s Summer Reading: Imagine Your Story
Jun 1 – Aug. 10
Videos Available Thursdays
Ages 12 and under. Registration begins June 1 online and at all locations. Weber County Library invites you to explore the world of fantasy and science fiction this summer! Bring your reading log into any Weber County Library location to get it signed off by staff. Read books, fill out your log, and collect prizes all summer long.

Teen Summer Reading: Hero’s Quest
Jun 1 – Aug. 10
Ages 12-18. Registration begins June 1 online and at all locations. Embark on a quest for the ages as you read books, complete challenges, and earn prizes fit for an adventuring hero.

Adult Summer Reading: Imagine Your Story
Jun. 1 – Aug. 1
Ages 18 and up. Weber County Library challenges you to read fantasy titles all summer long. Read and enter to win weekly prizes.

FUN THINGS TO DO

Aug 1: Steven Cubed @ Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m.

Aug 3 – 8: Antelope Island Spiderfest – VIRTUAL visit https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/antelope-island/2020-spider-festival-virtual-version/ for more details

Aug 5-8: Weber County Fair. Visit webercountyfair.org for more information.

Aug 12: Ogden River Clean-Up with the Weber State Outdoor Program @ 6 p.m. Email OutdoorProram@weber.edu to register

Aug 14: Backpack & School Supplies Giveaway. @ Alpine Church, Riverdale 5050 S. 1275 W. 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. The student and a guardian need to both be present to receive the supplies. If you’d like to donate items, please contact alpinecares@alpinechurch.org

Aug 20: Alice in Wonderland @ Perry’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Aug 22: TedX Ogden @ Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Aug 29: Weber State Womens Soccer versus Utah State @ WSU 7 p.m.

Stay connected with the Ogden Nature Center Virtually. On their Facebook page, they post their Wild Wednesdays discussions. All summer camps listed on the calendar online are happening.

CITY EVENTS

Aug 4: Public Hearing for Proposed Tax Increase

Mondays: Music Mondays in the Park @ Barker Park 7 p.m.

Aug 5: Planning Commission Meeting @ 6:30 p.m.

Aug 28: Shred Event @ Northview Senior Center 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

NORTH VIEW SENIOR CENTER

North View Senior Center
Take Out Lunches available at the North View Senior Center for Seniors 60+. Call Zella (801-791-0155) to order the day before or on a Friday for Monday’s lunch. $3.00 suggested donation. Monday – Friday, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

National Parks Update:

Arches National Park roads, trails, park store, and restrooms are open. The visitor center, campground, and Fiery Furnace remain closed. Canyonlands National Park roads, trails, park stores, and restrooms are open. Campgrounds will open July 1, 2020. Visitor centers remain closed. Entrance fees are being collected. Capitol Reef National Park is fully open with implementation of our final phased resumption in operations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The visitor center and Gifford House are open with social distancing measures in place. In Zion National Park, Kolob Canyons Area, Scenic Drive, and Visitor Center are temporarily closed to all traffic. Park shuttles have resumed modified operations-tickets required. Book tickets in advance on Recreation.gov. Private vehicles are not allowed on the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive when shuttles are in operation. Bryce Canyon is increasing recreational access and services. Visit nps.gov for more details.

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