Tooele

Free patriotic concert

Everyone is invited to celebrate Independence Day by attending a free patriotic concert by the Tooele County Choral Society and Orchestra on Monday, July 2 at 7 p.m. at St. Barnabas Church, 1784 N. Aaron Drive.

Tooele County Fair

Premium Exhibit Books can be picked up at the Tooele County Extension office or at the Tooele County Commission office. Home Arts and 4H entries for the Tooele County Fair will be accepted July 30 and 31 at the Deseret Peak Complex. Please pick up a book for details, rules and entry forms. Contact Kaylynn at 882-7069 or Patty at 843-2350 for more information.

Kiwanis 5K Freedom Run

The Tooele July 4 race begins at 8:30 a.m. near the LDS church at 777 East Skyline Dr. Runners are urged to sign up in advance at Century 21 McAffee Realtors, 768 N. Main, Prudential Real Estate, 205 N. Main or Macey's Food and Drug, 972 N. Main St. Registration forms may be sent through e-mail to perkar@wfrmls.com. After June 24 fees are $18 (with T-shirt) and $10 (no T-shirt) and day of the race. Registration on July 4 will be at the LDS church on Skyline beginning at 7 a.m. Volunteers to help with registration and finish line are needed. Contact Karen Perry at 435-830-7846 or perkar@wfrmls.com or Jerry Steelman at 435-882-2466 or steelman2466@msn.com.

Marathon runners

The July 4 Kiwanis 5K Freedom Run has been given one guaranteed entry to the St. George Marathon to be give away the day of the race. If you are interested in running in the St. George Marathon and need an entry, please contact Karen Perry at 435-830-7846. Net income from the race will go toward the Kiwanis Club's youth projects. Anyone wishing to contribute may contact Karen or any Kiwanis Club member. Checks may be mailed to Tooele Kiwanis Club, P.O. Box 1122, Tooele, Utah.

Bands and booths wanted

The fourth annual ThankQ Tooele County event (July 27 and 28) is looking for bands to perform and local vendors to set up booths to sell arts, crafts, etc. Only 15 booth areas and a few slots for bands are available so reserve your spot now. There is no cost to rent a booth area. Contact Darren at 882-1300 or dfarnsworth@theblueq.com.

CJC golf tournament

The Children's Justice Center Friend's Board present their 8th annual charity golf tournament at the Tooele City Golf Course, 1255 E. Vine St. on June 29. Check in at 7 a.m. and tee off at 8 a.m. Cost is $75 per person or $300 for a team of four. Call 843-1161 for more information.

Miss Tooele County pageant

Miss Tooele County pageant is July 28. Any girl between the ages 17 and 23 interested in participating in the Miss Tooele County Scholarship Pageant to call Cheryl Adams at 843-3150 or 882-3544.

Fridays on Vine

Weekly concerts/performances at the Veteran's Memorial Park, corner of Main St. and Vine St., Join us for Fridays on Vine, every Friday evening starting at 7 p.m., now until Sept. 7. An excellent way to spend your Friday evening. June 29 Dave Bickmore's band will be performing.

Chamber breakfast

The Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual 4th of July breakfast on Wednesday, July 4 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Park. Adults $5, children 10 and under $3, children 2 and under free. You may purchase tickets before the event at the chamber office 201 North Main, Upstairs Key Bank.

First meeting for Ron Paul

Are you impressed with Republican Rep. Ron Paul as a 2008 presidential candidate? Want to get involved promoting his presidential campaign in Tooele Valley? A new Tooele Meetup chapter is forming with local members. Interested supporters encouraged to attend our first meeting Saturday, June 30 at 7 p.m. (free), please RSVP at http://ronpaul.meetup.com/335/ for location or agenda details. E-mail roobah@aol.com with questions.

Grantsville

Fourth of July charity

Grantsville City's 4th of July is going to be even more amazing than previous years. As always this event is completely a charity event with all game and ride and carshow funds raised going to Tooele County charities. The parade will start at the Grantsville Cemetery at 11 a.m., ending at the Cherry Street park with the car show and carnival starting and live music starting at the end of the parade. We will have four live bands and more than eight kids rides with games and the counties largest fire works show at 9:30 p.m. Don't miss the counties largest event. Please get your parade entries in ASAP and with any questions please call Jason Duhon at 435-830-9714.

Miss Grantsville pageant

Miss Grantsville City Scholarship Pageant will take place June 30 at 7 p.m. at Grantsville High School. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. Admittance price is: $4 per person and $2 for senior citizens. If you have any questions please call Jamie Creekmore at home (435) 249-0122 or Teri Critchlow at cell (435) 830-8090.

Little Miss Grantsville pageant

Come out and kick off the 4th of July celebration by attending the Little Miss Grantsville pageant June 30 at 3 p.m. in the GHS auditorium. Admittance price is $2 and only $2 in addition to get into Miss Grantsville pageant.

Erda

Erda Days

Mark your calendars now for Erda Days July 13 and 14.

Pioneer Memorial monument

An invitation to the dedication of a Pioneer Memorial monument in Erda on July 14 at 11 a.m. at the Erda Chapel. Public Invited.

Grist Mill

Fun at the Mill

Come learn about the pioneers on July 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn how to square dance and play the games the pioneer children played. Children of all ages can join in the activities and games. Children ages are invited to participate in free competitions of jacks, marbles or jumping rope. Free hot dogs and punch will be served. For more information, contact the Benson Grist Mill at (435) 882-7678.

Deseret Peak

Food drop

Utah Food Bank will be sponsoring a food drop at Deseret Peak on July 6 starting at 8 a.m. until all food has been distributed. (We're usually done around 10:30). Sign-ups will begin around 7:30 a.m. If you have an questions please call Carrie at 843-7767.

Schools

THS Class of 1962

All members of Tooele High School class of '62 are invited to attend their 45-year reunion on Saturday, Aug. 11. Planned activities include several tours, golf, lunch and prime rib buffet at the Eagle's Nest. Cost is $25 per person. Call Andi Anderson (882-0804) or Joe McBride (882-4818) for more information by July 14.

Churches

Yoga classes

Free yoga classes for ladies and young women every Tuesday and Thursday. The place is the church on 1000 North and Broadway. We start at 9 a.m. For information please call Connie Rockwell at 882-6667. Take an hour to stretch, build muscle, body conditioning and relax. Kick boxing classes are offered also, they start at 8 a.m.

Aerobics classes

Free aerobics classes for ladies and young women every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the church on 1000 North and Broadway. We start at 8 a.m. For more information please call Connie Rockwell at 882-6667.

Singles night

All singles 31+ are invited to join us for fun at a game night on Thursday, June 28, at 7 p.m. at the LDS chapel at 1000 West Utah Avenue. Please bring a game and snacks to share.

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, Tooele. For more info call 882-2048.

Education

Free plant pest help

The Master Gardener organization is offering free plant pest help on Wednesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. throughout the growing season. Bring samples to the USU Extension office at 151 N. Main St., or call during those hours for help with gardening problems.

Adult education

Get your high school diploma this year. All classes required for a high school diploma, adult basic education, GED preparation, word processing, drivers' education and English as a second language are available. Register now to graduate -- just $35 per semester. Located at 76 S. 1000 W., Can be reached at 833-1994. Adult Education classes are for students 18 and over. Summer hours Tuesday and Wednesday 5 to 9 p.m.

English as a second language

ESOL conversational classes are held Monday and Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. ESOL students may come anytime the center is open for Individualized study with our software programs and textbooks. The book fee is $25 per semester.

Groups

Moose Lodge golf scramble

Come join us for a day of fun. July 8 at 8:30 a.m. shot gun start sign up at the lodge by July 6. (Pre-pay) Lunch will be chicken fried steak by Teri T.

Special Olympic team

Our Special Olympic team, the Tooele County Giants, just finished competing at the state finals in track and field. We are not starting to train for our fall games. We are playing bocce ball. This is an easy game for the athletes to learn. Our practices are on Saturdays at 10 a.m. at the GHS track field. We are always looking for more teammates. Anyone age 8 and older with an intellectual disability and/or autism may participate in Special Olympics. If you are interested in joining our team, please call Cheri Gunderson at 884-3007.

Action 4 Autism

Action 4 Autism meets the first Tuesday of each month. July's meeting will be held on July 3 at 7 p.m. at the Tooele First Assembly of God building located at 127 North 7th Street in Tooele. We will be focusing on social skills. August's meeting will address communication concerns. For more information on the group contact Misty at 843-8562. For childcare, call Erin, in advance, at 843-0765.

Tooele County Constitution Party Convention

Saturday, June 30 from 1-3 p.m. at the Deseret Peak Fire Museum. For information contact Kirk Pearson (801)250-2983.

Diabetes support group

The Tooele Diabetes Support Group will not be holding a meeting in July because of the holiday. Our August meeting will be about our feet.

Alzheimer's support group

Open to anyone caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia (memory issues). Learn about this disease. Get ideas. Share ideas. Discuss experiences with others. Next meeting Tuesday, July 10 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Cottage Glen Activities Center, 1892 Aaron Dr. (across from Tooele hospital). Refreshments will be provided. For information about Alzheimer's disease or attending the monthly group, call Frank at 882-2870 x130 or Donn at 882-2870 x126.

Eagles Friday night dinners

The Eagles Auxiliary is offering something new on Friday Night Dinners, Rib Eye Steak. This Friday, Kevin and Barbara will be barbecuing the steaks. The regular menu will be the same. Come out and support the Aerie and Auxiliary.

Cub scout roundtable

Cub Scout Leader Roundtable is Thursday, July 5, 7:30 p.m. at the Tooele Wigwam. The wigwam is located south on Main on the left, just past Gofer's and below and behind the Baptist church. Look for the worms sign and turn left. Follow the road and you end up at the wigwam. We will discuss the theme, A Century of Scouting. Join us for a fun, evening of training and ideas for your pack or den. All Cub Scout leaders, committee members, and sponsoring organizations are invited to attend.

Seniors

Grantsville Senior Center

The Grantsville Senior Center can be reached at 884-3446.

Lunch: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Please make your reservations before 8:30 a.m. the morning of the meal or sign-up sheets are available at the center.

Breakfast: Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Aerobics: Tuesday and Friday at 9 a.m.

Bingo: Thursday at 1 p.m.

: Monday at 2 p.m. and Wednesday at 1 p.m.

Ceramics: Tuesday at 10 a.m.

Line Dancing: Thursday at 10 a.m.

Pinochle: Thursday at 9 a.m.

Pool: Everyday

Puzzles: Everyday

Quilting: Monday at 9 a.m.

Trips and Activities: Wendover -- Friday, July 20 cost is $15 with some money back includes dinner and the trip. The Tooele County Players will play July 21 at the Grantsville Center from 1 to 3 p.m.

The center will be closed on July 4 and 24.

Health clinics:

Hearing clinic July 3 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Blood Pressure every Thursday at 12 p.m.

Foot clinic July 31 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. appointments are necessary.

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: Lunch 12-1 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday

Breakfast 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday

No Friday Night Dinners until September

Bridge: Monday 10 a.m., Thursday 12:45 p.m. New players desperately needed.

Bingo: Monday 1 p.m., Friday 12:45 p.m.

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

No ceramics until September

Line dancing: Monday 1 p.m. (No Tuesday class until September)

The Silver Sneakers fitness program Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:30 a.m. (Muscular Strength and Range of Movement, Cardio Circuit & Yoga Stretch)

Friday Night Dancing 6-8 p.m.

June 29 - DJ Ned

Check your health

Recovery

Kick drug habit

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

Castaways AA

Castaways Alcoholics Anonymous meets Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at noon at the St. Barnabas Center, 1784 N. Aaron Dr., Tooele. (Southwestern looking church by the new hospital, first left off 2000 N.) Open, mixed, non-smoking, wheelchair access.