Tooele

Walk-a-Thon

Preeclampsia (toxemia) is a life-threatening disorder of pregnancy that can affect the mother and the baby. The Preeclampsia Foundation is taking steps to raise awareness and so can you. Please join us on May 10 for a two-mile walk and a one-mile fun walk at Tooele Veterans Memorial Park. Registration can be done on-line at www.preeclampsia.org or e-mail Preeclampsia2008WAT@q.com for mail-in registration forms. Call 840-0348 with questions.

4th of July events

We are looking for local food vendors and other activities for the Fourth of July celebration. If interested in setting up a booth please sign up at Tooele City Parks and Recreation 843-2140. Also looking for live bands to perform on the July 3-4, if you would like to perform call Susan Trujillo at 882-5496.

Motorcycle ride

On May 10, there will be a motorcycle ride held in Sergeant Brandon James Thomas' honor. A $15 registration fee per person. We will be convening at Honda Suzuki of Salt Lake, 2354 S. State St. South Salt Lake, for registration around 9 a.m. and leave at 10:30 a.m. The proceeds will go into a fund for the children and widows of Utah's fallen soldiers.

Stampede days

Vendors are wanted for the Deseret Peak Stampede Days craft show. The dates are June 6-7 at the Deseret Peak Complex. For more information visit www.deseretpeakcomplex.com/stampede.htm or call 843-4046.

Pet adoption

No More Homeless Pets of Utah will be hosting, "PAW IT FORWARD" adoption event from Friday, May 2 through Sunday, May 4 at the Petsmart located at 389 W. 1830 South. There will be over 700 dogs and cats that are looking for new forever homes. To find out more about the event, visit www.utahpets.org.

Tooele City 4-H

The Tooele City 4-H Garden Club will be holding a registration meeting on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 7 p.m. at the Tooele City Hall, 90 N. Main St. Any youth, Kindergarten through 12th grade can participate in the program. For more information please contact Terra Sherwood at 843-2142 or at terras@tooelecity.org.

Big fix mobile

The Big Fix Discount Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic will be in Tooele on May 6, at Wal-Mart at 99 W. 1280 North. Animals must be between 8 weeks and six years of age. Female dog $55 and male dog $45. For more Info call 1-866-738-7349 or go to www.utahpets.org.

Ribbon cutting

Please join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the new building for the Utah State Adult Probation and Parole, located at 528 E. 2400 North, Tooele. Thursday, May 8 at noon. An open house will follow the ribbon cutting ceremony from 1-4 p.m.

Tooele homemakers

We will be going on our annual Field Trip on Monday, May 5. Meet at 9 a.m. at the Health Department Building, at 151 N. Main. We are going to Mrs. Cavanaugh's and The Doll Gallery and eat at the Macaroni Grill. RSVP to reserve your spot by May 3. Call Joann Krauss at 843-1266 or Marlene Long at 882-7003.

Babysitting class

Tooele Family Center is hosting a babysitting prep class for all kids ages 10-14. There is a fee of $10 for a babysitting kit. The class will be held, Saturday, May 17 at 10:30 a.m., at the Tooele Family Center, 66 W. Vine St. Please call the center at 833-1960 before Monday, May 12 to sign-up.

Settlement Canyon irrigation

All Settlement Canyon Irrigation shareholders are now on weekend restriction. No water is to be used between Friday 7 p.m. until Monday 6 a.m. Please call 833-9606 with any questions.

Pioneer jubilee

Tooele County Chapter of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers is pleased to announce its annual Pioneer Jubilee on Saturday, June 7, 2008. Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Food will also be available at a minimal charge.

Fishing day

Special needs kids fishing day is Saturday, May 17, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rainbow Reservoir Deseret Chemical Depot. No licence will be required, if you do not have a fishing pole we will have one you can use. Lunch will be provided, please RSVP. For more information call 882-4767.

Grantsville

Irrigation

The irrigation water is now on. The Board has extended the two use-or-lose agricultural turns due to system issues. The two use-or-lose turns will now expire May 22, 2008. If you notice any leaks or abuse please call the Grantsville Irrigation office at 884-3451.

Stansbury Park

In memory

Stansbury Park Elementary is in the process of collecting pictures and memories to honor longtime kindergarten teacher Gail Chapman. If you would like to contribute an note or photo to be placed in a memory book, please send them to Stansbury Park Elementary, 485 Country Club, Stansbury Park, UT 84074.

Benson Grist Mill

The Benson Grist Mill Historic Site will open for the 2008 season on May 1, our hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Hitch up your wagon and head to the Benson Grist Mill Country Store for all your Mother's Day Gifts. Phone number is 882-7678.

Soccer club

Stansbury Soccer Club open registration for 2008-09 season begins May 12 through July 23. Registration events will be May 31 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Village Blvd. Soccer field. Forms available on website www.stansburyassoc.org. Cost is $70 for whole year if you need a uniform. For additional information please see website.

Schools

THS class of 1963

The THS class of 1963 will host its 45-year class reunion on Aug. 22-24, so mark your calendar. Please contact Pat Nichols England at (801)523-3819 if you didn't receive a notice or visit our class page at www.TooeleHigh1963.com.

THS class of 1998

It's been 10 years, let's get together for the THS class of '98 reunion. Save the date: Saturday, Aug. 9. A database and plans are being made, and if you are willing to help please call Lindsay Clegg Sundloff at 882-3225.

St. Marguerite's registration

St. Marguerite's Catholic School is accepting registration for pre-K through 6th grade for the 2008/2009 school year. Please call Ms. Janet, Mrs. Burden or Ms. Ann Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the school office (882-0081) for more information. Space is limited.

Spring concert

The Elementary and Jr. High bands, and the Tooele High School Concert Band, will be performing their annual spring concert on Thursday, May 1, in the THS Auditorium at 7 p.m., admission is free, and the public is invited to attend. The Booster Club will be selling cookbooks compiled by the band members at the door for $10.

Garage sale

The Tooele County School District is sponsoring their second Annual Teacher Garage Sale. Teachers will be selling their personal teaching materials that they no longer use. It will be held at Middle Canyon Elementary School on Saturday, May 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The public is welcome to come and shop.

Northlake community council

Northlake Elementary will hold a school community council meeting on May 15, at 5 p.m. in the school media center. Nominations and elections of officers will be held at this meeting. The school safety plan and safe school walking plan will be discussed. Parents are invited to attend this important meeting.

Northlake Kindergarten

Kindergarten registration packets are available at the school office for the 2008-09 school year. Please register your child for kindergarten. Bring a birth certificate and immunization record.

East Elementary kindergarten

Jumpstart kindergarten readiness. Mark your calender for Thursday, May 8 from 7-8 p.m. in the gym. You've got questions? We've got answers. Come join us to meet your principal and kindergarten teachers. If you haven't registered, you can do it Thursday. Know the requirements for entry to kindergarten. Learn some summer activities to help your kinder get ready.

Tooele High council

THS Community Council Meeting will be held May 14, at 7 p.m. at the THS library. All interested parents, students, staff, and community are invited to attend.

Library

Family history

Ancestry Library Edition, one of the most important and largest online genealogical collections today, is now available at the Tooele City Library. For more information visit our website www.tooelecity.org/tcl/library.html, or give us a call at 882-2182. To gain instant access to Ancestry Library Edition visit us at 128 W. Vine St.

Spring flowers

Spring has come to the Tooele City Library. Your job is to count a different color of flower each week. It will end on May 23, 2008. Get your counting form at the library. When done, bring the counting form to the front desk and receive a small prize. Remember the color of flower you count changes each week.

Financial seminar

Adults, attend our free, personal financial seminar of "Basics of Buying a House", presented by H & R Block. This seminar will be held May 8, 2008 at 6 p.m. at the Tooele City Library. Tickets will be available at the check out desk of the Tooele City Library. If you didn't get a ticket, show up any way.

Education

Adult Education

Get your high school diploma this year! All classes required for a high school diploma, adult basic education, GED preparation, word processing, driver's education and English as a second language are available. Register now to graduate -- just $35 per semester. The center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 a.m. and Monday and Thursday nights from 4 to 8 p.m. The center is located at 76 S. 1000 W., and can be reached at 833-1994. Adult education classes are for students 18 and over.

GED test

The Tooele Adult Education Center is offering a GED preparation class. The class will be held every Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. Cost is $35. The GED test will be given on May 13 and 14, starting at 8 a.m. Please contact Andrea at 833-1994 for more information. Pre-registration is required for the test.

English as second language

ESOL conversational classes are held Monday and Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. ESOL students may also come anytime the center is open for individualized study. Registration is $35 per semester.

Education fair

The Tooele County School District will be hosting a Career and Technical Education Fair at the district office on May 6-8, from 4 to 8 p.m. The district is located on the Utah Industrial Depot at 92 Loadstone Way. There will be an awards ceremony Thursday, May 8 at 7 p.m.

Churches

Christian youth night

Community Christian Youth Night is being hosted for Jr. high and high school age kids on Friday, May 2, 2008, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. It is located at First Baptist Church of Tooele at 580 S. Main. Bring friends from neighborhood and school. Great time to have a fellowship.

Children's choir

The prize-winning Salt Lake Children's Choir is having a concert on May 9-10 at 7:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, on South Temple and C St. Tickets can be purchased at Day Murray Music or at door for $8 ($5 for students). for more information call (801)537-1412 or visit www.childrensing.com.

Holy Land presentation

A very special presentation of the Holy Land will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at St. Marguerite's in the parish gym. The presentation is to be given by Deacon Rick and Gaylynn Huffman on their trip to the Holy Land in 2007. The public is invited.

Singles dinner

The Tooele East Stake will be sponsoring a singles dinner the first Saturday of each month for anyone 30 years of age and over. Dinner will be served at 1 p.m. at the Pine Canyon church building.

Vacation Bible school

Mark your calender for Vacation Bible School June 23-27, at 9-11:30 a.m. Tooele Church of Christ, ages 4 through high school. 430 W. Utah Ave., for information call 882-4642.

Charity

Food pantry

The First Baptist Church in Tooele is offering a clothing closet and emergency food pantry to help meet the needs of our community. Anyone with clothing needs - adults and children - are welcome. The food pantry is available for emergency needs. Hours of operation are Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon. We are located at 580 S. Main St., Tooele. For more info call 882-2048.

Sports

Charity golf tournament

The Children's Justice Center Friend's Board present their ninth annual charity golf tournament at Oquirrh Hills Golf Course, on May 30, 2008. Cost is $75 per person or $300 for a team of four. Sign up by Friday, May 23. For more information call 843-1161. All proceeds will benefit Tooele County Children's Justice Center.

Eagles

Friday night steaks

The Eagles will serve steak, shrimp, halibut or chicken dinners from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Please come out, enjoy dinners and support your Aerie and Auxiliary.

Groups

Kiwanis meetings

Kiwanis meets every Tuesday at noon at Tracks, 1641 N. Main St., Tooele. Contact John Brown at 843-0711.

NAMI support group

Are you or someone you know living with depression, panic, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, or schizophrenia? NAMI support meetings are held Wednesdays at 7 p.m., at 565 W. 900 South. Call Jan at 843-4347 for more information.

Pioneers museum

The DUP Museum will be opening on Friday and Saturday for the summer months beginning May 2 through September 27. Our hours will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you would like a tour at any other time than the scheduled hours, please contact either Julie Merrill 882-0004 or Lynne Bevan 882-5121.

Cub Scouts

May 9 and 10 is the Weeblos district activity at Tooele Wig-wam, your chance to register will be April 12 and 26 at the Erda chapel, from noon to 4 p.m. Contact Mike Young 250-0366 or Chris Zeller 882-5240.

Messianic Congregation

The Brit Ammi Messianic Congregation meets every Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at 37 S. Main, in Tooele. Join us for praise, Torah (Bible) study, and fellowship as we study the Hebrew foundation of our Christian faith. For more information call 843-5444.

Mule deer foundation

The Tooele County Chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation is proud to announce the Second Annual Banquet to be held May 17. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner starts at 7 p.m. We are looking forward to a great night of live auctions, raffles and good fun. For more information call Jared at 830-1232.

Cub leader roundtable

Join us for fun and fellowship related to the Cub Scout theme-Go for the Gold. There are also opportunities for sharing ideas. We will also have information on upcoming district and council activities. Cub Scout Roundtable is Thursday, May 1, 7:30 p.m. at the TJHS. Please join us and help your den and pack be a great one.

Alzheimers caregiver support

Open to anyone caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia. Next meeting Tuesday, May 13, from 2:30-3:30 p.m., at Cottage Glen Activities Center, 1892 Aaron Dr. (across from Tooele hospital). For information about Alzheimer's disease or attending this monthly group, call Frank at 882-2870 ext: 130.

Food allergies

Tooele County chapter meets every second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Tooele City Library, 128 W. Vine St. Join us in sharing ideas, recipes or just come to gain support and learn from others you will meet here in similar situations as yourself. E-mail any questions to tooeleco@utahfoodallergy.org or visit www.utahfoodallergy.org.

Gun club

A 75 bird draw team handicap shoot will be held on Sunday, May 4. Registration at 9 a.m. and shoot at 10 a.m. All skill levels needed. Cost is $25 per entrant. Come up and shoot with us. Also, we will be closed on Mothers Day, May 11. For Info call John Miller 882-2429.

Locals singing

Local singers Randy Heaps, Quinton Peck, Spencer Peck, Nick Pond, and B.J. Salmond all sing with the Saltaires Barbershop Chorus. The Saltaires' show, is scheduled for, May 17 at Taylorsville High School, 5400 S. and Redwood Rd., a matinee performance 2 p.m. and an evening performance at 7 p.m.

Sewing Guild

The Tooele neighborhood group will meet Wednesday, May 14, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the Extension Office. We will be making fleece mittens and hats for charity. Fleece and patterns will be provided. Bring your sewing machine, scissors, an assortment of sewing thread colors and pins. Invite your friends. For more information call Geri Thomas 882-3487.

WDARC

The West Desert Amateur Radio Club will be holding their monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 6 at 7 p.m., in the Tooele County Building, 47 S. Main St. The meeting will be in the Emergency Management conference room downstairs. The topic this month will be six meter band; sporadic-E, ducting, and six meter homemade antennas.

Action for Autism

Join us for an informal social hour. Please note that we have a new location for our monthly meetings. Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at the Oquirrh Hills Early Learning Center located at 555 E. Vine St., at 7 p.m. Child care will be provided, but please call Erin at 843-0765 and let her know how many children.

Seniors

Tooele Seniors

The Tooele County Senior Citizen Center can be reached at 882-2870. The center is for the enjoyment of all Senior Citizens 55 years and up

Meals: (Reservations a must!)

Lunch: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, noon to 1 p.m.

Breakfast: Wednesday, 9 a.m. to noon.

Dinner: Friday, 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Bridge: Monday, 10 a.m.; Thursday, 12:45 p.m.

Bingo: Monday through Friday, 1 p.m.

Pinochle: Tuesday, 1 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m. and Friday, 10 a.m.

Line Dancing: Tuesday, 1 p.m.

Mexican Train: Friday, 1 p.m.

Senior Sparklers Exercise: Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m.; Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

Anyone interested in BUNKO call Eileen at 882-5009. We can get this fun game started at the Center

Friday Night Entertainment, 5:30 p.m.

May 2 -- Gary Swan

Friday Night Dancing, 6 to 8 p.m.

May 2 -- DJ Ned Garcia

May 12 -- Wendover trip at 11 a.m. Cost is $15 (new price) and must sign up at the front desk.

May 14 -- Senior Citizen Day, voting for new president, door prizes, refreshments and enjoyment.

May 21 -- A tour of museums will take place 1 p.m., following breakfast. Must sign up at the desk to make reservations.

Senior lifestyles

Thursday, May 1, at 11 a.m. Sheldon Birch, Pharm. D. Owner of Birch Family Pharmacy will do a presentation of prescription safety and answer questions. He will also be available after the presentation for short consultations. Come join us for Door Prizes, Refreshments, and Fun. Sponsored by Harmony Home Health and Hospice.

Hearing -- Wednesday, May 2, 9 a.m. to noon

Foot clinic -- Tuesday, May 20 at 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Appointment is necessary.

Blood Pressure -- Wednesday, May 7 at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesday, May 21 at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Alzheimer's support group -- Tuesday, May 13 at 2:30 p.m. at Cottage Glen

Program openings

Tooele County Aging has openings in an alternative, income-based program designed to help seniors remain independent. CNAs help keep them in their homes safely, provide personal care, do house keeping and run errands. If interested please contact Jolene Shields at 882-2870 Ext. 125.

Grantsville Senior Center

Breakfast: Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. to noon

Aerobics: Tuesday and Friday at 9 a.m.

Bingo: Thursdays at 1 p.m.

Bunko: Monday and Wednesday at 1 a.m.

Ceramics: Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Line Dancing: Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Pinochle: Thursdays 9 a.m.

Quilting: Monday 8 a.m.

Health clinics - Blood pressure: Every Tuesday from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Birthday dinner -- April 25, at 4 p.m. Entertainment will be Carl Boyd, the Heber Creeper conductor.

Health clinics -- Foot: April 29, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Appointments necessary.

Center board meeting -- Monday, May 5.

Tuacahn and Mesquite - June 16 to 19. Cost is $239 (dbl) + $60 (single)

Luau -- Saturday, June 28. Buses will be available.

Evanston horse racing - On July 5. Lunch and admission is $39.

Senior Circle

Senior Circle is for anyone over the age of 50 and costs only $15 per year. Receive hospital, local, and national benefits. Call 843-3690 or stop by the hospital volunteer desk to sign up. All activities require an RSVP except for exercise. Please call for more information about exercise classes.

Exercise - Body instincts - meets Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at Pinnacle Therapy, 29 S. Main. Free to members. Toning and stretching and a little cardio workout.

Exercise - Hinges and Twinges - meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 and 11 a.m., at Pratt Aquatic Center. $2.50 for members, $20 for a 10-pass punch card. $3.50 for non-members. Water aerobics.

Breakfast Buddies - Friday, May 2 at 9 a.m. Meet at Jim's Family Restaurant for good food and friends. Dutch treat.

Recovery

Kick drug habits

LDS Family Services addiction recovery meetings are Tuesdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at 1030 S. 900 W., room 118, Tooele. Enter on the north side of the chapel. The Erda meeting has been discontinued.

Al-anon meeting

An Al-anon meeting will be hald every Tuesday at 10 a.m. and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Barnabas Church, 1784 N. Aaron Dr. Join us and you'll never have to feel alone again. For more information call 840-0445, 882-4721, or (801)599-2649.

Overeaters Anonymous

Overeaters Anonymous meetings are held every Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. at St. Barnabas Church, 1782 N. Aaron Dr. For more information call 840-0445, 882-4721, or (801)599-2649.

Take off pounds sensibly

Need help to lose those extra pounds? We can help. TOPS is a weight loss support group open to men, women, teens and pre-teens. Meetings are held every Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the Tooele Senior Center, 59 E. Vine St. Call Mary Lou at 830-1150 or Connie at 884-5010 or see www.tops.org for more information.