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Childcare symposium — The Utah State University Utah Women and Leadership Project will hold a free childcare symposium via Zoom from 1 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 11, for anyone interested in understanding and finding solutions for the complexities of childcare. The event will include three panels focusing on “Childcare is a Business Issue,” “Public Policy Progress on Childcare” and “Childcare Challenges, Strategies, and Solutions.” To register for the event, visit https://bit.ly/3t3rnyp.
AMERICAN FORK
Events at the American Fork Library: Jan. 13: The Tree House Travelers Book Club at 4 p.m. Join us for crafts, games and adventure as we explore history through the “Magic Tree House” book series. This month will explore “Night of the Ninjas.” Jan. 13: Adult Writing Class: Finish Your Dream at 6:45 p.m. Author Maleah Warner will help attendees learn the skills, steps and tools to take your book from start to finish. Registration required. Jan. 13: Gen Z Generosity Teen Service Program at 7 p.m. For this month, the group will be adding nonslip encouraging phrases to the bottoms of cozy socks for local care centers. Jan. 18: Brown Bag Book Chat at noon. Bring your lunch and come chat about what you’re reading. Jan. 19: Tea and Trivia at 7 p.m. Try some herbal teas and test your trivia knowledge of books, movies and more. For individuals and teams. Jan. 20: Adult Writing Class at 6:45 p.m. Learn the skills, steps and tools to take your book from start to finish. This 16-week class requires registration. Jan. 22: Tea and Trivia at 11 a.m. Try some herbal teas and test your trivia knowledge of books, movies and more. For individuals and teams.
Storytime — The American Fork Library is offering storytimes on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Toddler Tales will be at 10 a.m., followed by Preschool Pals at 11 a.m. Preschool Palls will also be offered as a Zoom Storytime at 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Register at https://aflibrary.eventbrite.com.
CEDAR HILLS
Christmas tree recycling — Live trees may be dropped off at the Mesquite Park and Heritage Park parking lots through Jan. 9. All attachments must be removed from the trees. Also, no artificial trees.
Vinyasa Yoga (mixed level) — Join Kristen Rutter at 9 a.m. every Wednesday at the Cedar Hills Recreation Center for a dynamic practice that unites body, mind and breath. Bring your own mat, strap and block (a limited number is available to borrow).
Cheer squad — Classes offered by Cedar Hills Community Services create a fun, multilevel cheer training experience for children 6 to 12. Classes will be from 4 to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays beginning Jan. 10. Each session is 10 weeks for $100.
Robotics classes — In Robopets Robotics, children ages 4-8 will build simple Lego brick models that teach the fundamentals of robotic design and coding. In Attackbots Robotics, students ages 7-14 will build a variety of military-inspired robotic models and learn about sensors, gears, pulleys and programming. Hour-long classes will be held on Wednesday afternoons, beginning March 2 and running through April 13. For more information and to register, visit https://secure.rec1.com/UT/city-of-cedar-hills/catalog.
Brighton Ski Bus — Join the Cedar Hills Ski or Snowboard Night School at Brighton Ski Resort. Classes are based on skill level and the number of participants. All levels are welcome. Four Saturday classes will be offered on Feb. 12, 26 and March 5, 12. Each class includes transportation, a lesson and a night pass. For more information, visit https://www.cedarhills.org/ski.
HIGH Fitness classes — This weekly class takes aerobics to the next level by combining modern fitness techniques, such as HIIT, plyometics, and intervals of strength and cardio with music. Classes are currently at 6 a.m. Mondays at the Cedar Hills Recreation Center. The drop-in rate is $5 and punch cards can be purchased at a discount. Social distancing will be in effect. For more information, visit http://www.cedarhills.org/highfit.
Get HIGH with Dax — HIGH fitness classes will be offered twice weekly at the Cedar Hills Recreation Center — at 6 a.m. on Thursdays and a kids class for ages 6 to 16 at 4:15 p.m. on Fridays. The drop-in rate for the Thursday class is $3.50 while the Friday class is free. Social distancing will be in effect.
LINDON
Senior bus — The Lindon Senior Center has a bus and is able to offer rides to and from the center on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. This is available for Lindon resident seniors. Pick-ups are between 10 and 11 a.m. Drop-offs are between 1 and 2 p.m. Reservations must be made at least one day in advance. Contact the Senior Center front desk at (801) 769-8625.
PAYSON
Volunteer at the library — Friends of the Payson Library notes that residents can volunteer for an hour or less each month to help the library meet the needs of children and patrons. Volunteers are asked to offer ideas and support the group’s yearly book sale. People interested in volunteering may contact library director Dona Gay, Brittany Johnson at (801) 609-4078, Ann Humpherys at (801) 465-0941, or Steve Southwick at (801) 822-1705.
PROVO
Mental health support groups — NAMI Utah offers free online support groups and classes for adults living with mental health conditions and for family members of loved ones living with mental health conditions. For more information, contact Christene Finch, state programs coordinator for NAMI Utah at [email protected]
SARATOGA SPRINGS
Community Orchestra — The Saratoga Springs Community Orchestra holds practices on the first and third Thursdays of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the city offices, 1307 N. Commerce Drive. The orchestra will be preparing for Saratoga Splash Days and the December holiday concerts.
SPANISH FORK
Recreation news — Feb. 3: Spring Youth Soccer early registration ends (from 5 years old to ninth grade). Feb. 3: Adult Co-ed Volleyball registration ends. Feb. 10: Spring Youth Soccer registration ends (from 5 years old to ninth grade). For more information, see http://spanishfork.org or call Spanish Fork Recreation at (801) 804-4600.
UTAH COUNTY
Volunteers to help Kids On The Move — Each Friday and Saturday, Kids On The Move offers Respite Care, providing a free break to parents with special needs children. Families drop their children off at locations in Orem, Lehi and Springville where they are paired one-on-one with a volunteer to play for the evening. A nurse or behavior technician is also present to help oversee. The group is seeking 10 volunteers 16 years and older from 5:45 to 9:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday to help make this happen. For more information or to sign up, visit https://kotm.org/volunteer-portal. Coronavirus measures are being taken, including requiring masks, taking temperatures and frequent hand sanitizing.
Foster grandparents sought — Utah County is seeking senior volunteers to serve as foster grandparents. Volunteers must be limited-income individuals at least 55 years old and able to serve 15 or more hours per week. Volunteers serve as mentors, tutors and caregivers for children and youth at schools, hospitals, youth centers and similar organizations. Volunteers receive a non-taxable stipend, paid personal leave, transportation reimbursement, ongoing training and more. For more information or if you or someone you know would like to participate, call (801) 851-7784.
Utah County Home Visit Programs in need of donations — Utah County Health Department home visit programs are running low on donated resources such as baby blankets and diapers. The health department is asking Utah County community members to consider donating items or organizing service projects to assist in providing donations. The items most needed are new receiving blankets or small quilts and diapers. Other welcomed items include: infant “onesies,” knit hats and infant-appropriate board books. Items should be in new condition. Donations may be dropped off Monday to Friday (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at the following health department locations: Provo — 151 S. University Ave., Suite 1610, American Fork — 599 S. 500 East. Questions about the home visit programs should be directed to Bonnie Hardy at (801) 851-7026.
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