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SALEM DAYS
Family always the focus of Salem Days will be shown on the soccer field at the Loafer View Recreation Complex on Wednesday, Aug. 10, starting around 9 p.m. The movie is free, and so are the drinks, popcorn and glow sticks. People should bring blankets or chairs.
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amily fireside, family fun run, family movie night, family of the year — during the Salem Days celebration every year, the city puts all the focus on families. “We strive to be diligent in making sure everything is family friendly,” said Jesicca Kallas, cochair of Salem Days with her husband Matt. “It’s one of the great things we pride ourselves in.” The annual celebration started in 1951, with the Lions Club hosting a breakfast at Knoll Park, which is where the event is still held, she said.
Fun Run
Like some of the other events during Salem Days, the Family Fun Run starts and ends at Salem Pond on Saturday, Aug. 13. There will be raffle prizes for all ages and cash prizes for the male and female winner of each race as well as awards for the top three finishers in each age division.
Fireside
Salem Days — this year’s theme is City of Superheroes — kicks off with the nondenominational fireside on Sunday, Aug. 7. The speaker is Hank Smith, who’s a seminary teacher, author and well-known youth speaker. At the fireside, the city announces the recipients of the annual community service award and the family of the year award, as well as the parade grand marshal. People and families are nominated (nominations are due on
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Joey, 3, Mark, Libby, 6, and Janessa Warner, all of Spanish Fork, watch as Jocelyn Baker performs during Salem Days concert in the park at Veterans Aug. 2) for the community service and family awards, then the city council decides who will receive the awards. “It’s typically families who give a lot of time to the community, volunteering through parks and rec, the ambulance
and fire department,” Kallas said. “They’re always looking to help others. A lot of people who volunteer at the schools.”
Movie night
This year’s family movie night feature is “Zootopia.” The movie
The Salem Days celebration ends with a family-friendly pageant and a huge fireworks show. There are some fun things planned for the pageant this year, Kallas said, with Salem celebrating its 130th birthday. After the pageant ends, the fireworks show begins. “We’re known for our fireworks,” she said. “The mayor makes sure we go all out.” For more information about Salem Days, go to http://www. salemcity.org/salem-days.htm.
Parade around the pond a crowd pleaser Grand Parade unique in Utah County Amie Rose CONTRIBUTOR
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he Grand Parade during the annual Salem Days celebration is like other parades around Utah County — there are the floats, the royalty, people riding horses, spectators lining the route. But there are some things that set it apart, too. “One thing that’s really unique about our parade is that people can throw candy,” said parade
chairwoman Abbie Higginson. Many parades around Utah County have banned participants from throwing candy at spectators. “Our kids go home with a grocery bag full of candy.” But what the city doesn’t allow is fliers, she said. No one can pass out leaflets along the parade route because the papers end up blowing into the pond. Instead, people have come up with unique ways to hand out ads for their businesses during the parade. Some hand out toothbrushes with their business names, or frisbees, she said. And Salem does something different for the grand marshal too.
The city council and mayor pick the grand marshal every year, but the honor isn’t announced until the Sunday before the parade, at a nondenominational fireside, she said. The parade route also sets it apart. It starts at Knoll Park, goes around Salem Pond and ends at Veterans Memorial Park. “There are so many big shade trees; it makes it cool and nice,” she said. There are two spots with parade announcers, so spectators can hear who’s coming up no matter where they’re sitting, Higginson said. The parade usually has 75 to 100 entries. A lot of people who live in Salem
have been there for many years, and their children and grandchildren who’ve moved away return every year for the Salem Days celebration, so there are a number spectators at the parade. But still, there’s no need to worry about getting a good spot, and the city doesn’t allow camping out before the parade, she said. “Salem is a real bedroom community in the fact that everyone here knows each other, everyone’s friends with each other,” Higginson said. “It’s a fun time to spend together. It’s a fun parade.” This year’s Grand Parade starts at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 13.
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Sink and swim Amie Rose
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hellie Olsen and her family got involved with cardboard and duct tape boats about 14 years ago, when Salem held its first Cardboard Duct Tape Regatta. “My boys entered. There were seven boats, and we were three of them,” she said, of that first year. “But it was so much fun. They had a ball.” The next year the person who’d been in charge asked Olsen and her husband, Randon, if they’d take over. And they’ve been in charge of the annual Cardboard Duct Tape Regatta ever since. The regatta, held on Salem Pond, grew and grew, until finally the city had to cap the number of participants at 60 boats, Olsen said. People who want to participate need to fill out an application and get it in before the day of the event — Tuesday, Aug. 9. The event will fill up, so if residents show up expecting to participate, they’ll end up just watching. The entry fee per boat is $15. Each team gets corrugated cardboard, a 1-by-2-by-8-foot board and two rolls of duct tape. Sponsors cover most of the cost of materials, Olsen said. Teams show up to the beach at Knoll Park at 4 p.m., get their materials and have two hours to build before the races begin. The categories are Youth (two riders up to 14 years old), Adult (two riders 14 years and older), Family (two riders, one adult and one youth) and Freestyle (one or two riders). For the Freestyle category, teams can start working on their boats anytime, Olsen said. They’re not limited on the amount of cardboard or duct tape, but no structural materials are allowed. These boats can be decorated, too. Participants need to bring their own utility knives, life vests, markers or spray paint for decorating and paddles. Once all the boats are built, the races begin, with four boats at a time. Members of the Search and Rescue team staff the race,
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Liz Quesenberry,8, of Salem, paddles her boat during Salem Days Cardboard Duct Tape Regatta at Knoll Park on Tuesday, August 5, 2014.
to keep everyone safe. At the end of the regatta, there’s a grudge match between all the boats that are still floatable. There’s a traveling trophy for winners, bragging rights and T-shirts, Olsen said. “I would say that 95 percent of them float to some degree,” she said. “They may go about halfway out and start taking on water. Probably a good 60 percent stay above water the whole time.” There are regulars every year, but a lot of new people, too, Olsen said. And participation isn’t limited to Salem residents. “Just come and watch,” she said. “It is entertainment like nothing else. It’ll make you want to put it on your calendar and build one for the following year. … It is fun.” Find the application at http:// www.salemcity.org/salem-dayscardboard-duct-tape-regatta. htm.
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Cardboard Duct Tape Regatta continues to delight participants, crowds
SALEM DAYS CALENDAR OF EVENTS SATURDAY, AUGUST 6
Where: Veterans Memorial Park What: Snow cones, fishing, Ring the Pop, dunking machine, treasure hunt and more. Each item requires a ticket which is 25 cents. You can be dunked in the dunk tank for two tickets.
Little Miss Salem Contest When: 6 p.m. Where: Salem Hills High, 150 W. Skyhawk Blvd. What: Salem’s goal in hosting the Little Miss Pageant is for parents and their little darlings to share in each Little Misses youth, talents and energy. These little darlings have a lot to offer Salem and at such a young age. The city encourages all of the little residents to begin serving the community, developing talents, and staying true to the values Salem upholds. Mud Volleyball Tournament When: 1 p.m. Where: Rodeo Arena Registration: $35 per team. This year’s tournament is open registration, but please register beforehand at the Salem Parks & Rec office, 60 N. 100 East Dutch Oven Cook-Off When: Check-in at noon. Judging from 4-6 p.m. Where: Salem Community Center, 151 W. 300 South Cost: No Entry Fee.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 7 Family Fireside with Hank Smith When: 7 p.m. Where: Salem Hills High School What: Hank Smith is a seminary instructor, author, and speaker known for his youth devotional speeches for Especially for Youth. Hank and his wife, Sara, were both raised in St. George. They are the parents of one daughter and two sons. Hank enjoys running marathons and eating lots and lots of ice cream (which is why he runs). More than anything else, he loves being at home spending all day with his wife and children
MONDAY, AUGUST 8 Firefly Concert in the Park When: 7 p.m. Where: Knoll Park Outdoor Stage Who: Firefly and Bronson & Maisy Merchant
TUESDAY, AUGUST 9 Adult Kickball When: 6:30 p.m. What: This is sure to be a big “kick” during the celebration. So think back to the future when you were in grade school playing kickball during recess! Registration: $60 per 10-person team. Players must be entering 10th grade this school year and older to
Concert in the Park When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Veteran Ball Park (downtown) What: Enjoy the musical talents of local performers Jocelyn Baker and Steve Boothe.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 Family Fun Run When: 7 a.m. sharp for the 1 Mile Run, 7:30 a.m. sharp for the 5K Where: Knoll Park/Salem Pond IAN MAULE, Daily Herald
Jocelyn Baker performs during Salem Days concert in the park at Veterans Ball Park on Friday, August 8, 2014. participate. Sign up at the Salem Parks & Rec office, 60 North 100 East. Cardboard Duct Tape Boat Regatta When: 4 p.m. for boat building, 6 p.m. race time Where: Beach at Knoll Park Entry Fee: $15 per boat/team What: This one is very entertaining to watch! Fun for the whole family, boats made entirely of cardboard and duct tape. Each team is supplied corrugated cardboard, a 1x2x8 board, and two rolls of duct tape. Details: Each participant is responsible to provide their own utility knives for cutting, life vests, paddles, and markers/spray paint for decoration.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10 Baby Contest When: 4-6 p.m. Where: Salem Elementary School, 140 W. 100 South. Registration: Fee is $20 for registration the day of the contest is $20. Tractor Show and Pull When: 4-6 p.m. display, 6 p.m. pulling begins Where: Rodeo Arena What: Tractors run in weight classes starting from standing start until sled stalls tractor. Tractors are scored by distance pulled. Movie in the Park: ‘Zootopia’ When: Dusk (9 p.m.-ish) Where: Loafer View Recreation Complex. What: Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy the movie while munching on free drinks and popcorn. Kids will also enjoy the glow sticks.
Cost: Free
THURSDAY, AUGUST 11 Senior Dinner When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Salem Community Center What: There will be door prizes, entertainment, and time to visit with one another. Catered by Madera Smokehouse. This event is for Seniors age 62 and older. Little Buckaroo Rodeo When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Salem Rodeo Arena What: Featuring mutton bustin’, pole bending, barrel racing, steer riding and more. Admission: $5 per carload or $1 per person. Co-Ed Softball Tournament When: Thursday-Friday What: Two divisions this year, a Family Division and an Open Division, something for everyone! Get your family and friends together and join us for the annual Salem Days Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Registration: $150 per team or $100 if your team is already playing in the fall co-ed league. Register at Salem Parks & Rec office, 60 N. 100 East.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 12 Children’s Parade When: 6:15 p.m. Where: Starts at the Salem City Office, 30 N. 100 East Details: This year’s theme is “City of Superheroes.” Fair in the Square When: 6-9 p.m.
Breakfast in the Park When: 7-9 a.m. Where: Knoll Park What: Salem’s goal for the Breakfast in the Park is to bring together the residents of Salem to fill their tummies, visit and meet their local officials. Cost: Free Grand Parade When: 10 a.m. Where: Starting at Knoll Park and ending at Veterans Memorial Park, 125 S. 100 East. Car Show When: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Veterans Memorial Ballpark, 125 S. 100 East Fair in the Square When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Veterans Memorial Park What: Performers in the park, snow cones, fishing, Ring the Pop, dunking machine, treasure hunt and more. Each item requires a ticket which is 25 cents. You can be dunked in the dunk tank for two tickets. Quilt Show When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Main Street Church Salem Ambulance BBQ Beef Dinner When: 5-7:30 p.m. Where: Community Center What: Proceeds go toward equipment for the ambulances. Cost: $9 per person or $35 for immediate family. Library Auction When: 7-8 p.m. Where: Pageant Stage, Knoll Park Salem Pageant & Fireworks When: 8:15 p.m., following the Library Auction Where: Pageant Stage, Knoll Park.
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UTAH COUNTY FAIR
Fair continues growing tradition, organizers in search of more volunteers J’Nel Wright CONTRIBUTOR
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t’s difficult to think of a time in August when we aren’t craving a mountain of cotton candy, a free concert under the stars, a stroll through the livestock barn, or a night of crash ‘em up demolition derby entertainment. The Utah County Fair, which is scheduled Aug. 17-20, is a tradition that has endured since this area was first settled. Today, the 125-year-old tradition of agriculture, crafts and livestock remains a huge influence on the longevity of the fair as well as the community. “Utah is the largest agricultural county in the state,” said Mike Stansfield, director of the Utah County Fair. “And we have over 1,000 4-H participants in the county.” That long-standing interest in agriculture and livery results in a huge presence at the Utah County Fair. How many open-class entries were cataloged last year? Stansfield estimated just over 7,000 entries were from 4-H members, and over 4,000 entries were submitted from citizens, and all of those entries were prepared, handled, and displayed by volunteers. “We are always short on volunteers,” Stansfield said. “We always need hundreds of people to put this on. There are so many people doing so many different things, and it’s all volunteer.” Perhaps the greatest need for volunteers is supervising the big ticket events like the demolition derby and the monster truck show. DJ Hicks, coordinator for the fair volunteers, has experienced his share of glitches during the past seven years of overseeing the volunteer staff, but he has always handled it with his signature calm and level-headed style. He is optimistic that this year’s events will run smoothly. He relies heavily on help from his family, friends and people who are happy to return every year, but he can always use more people. “For the past few years I’ve been relying on my children and their
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Spectators watch a police demonstration during the first day of the Utah County Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2015. The fair is held at the Spanish Fork Fairgrounds. friends as well as other dependable people who return every year. But, I can use people to watch the gates at events, for example, and operate the scanners for checking tickets. I’m pretty flexible on the age.” Hicks added that the volunteer duties are an ideal opportunity for corporations or local businesses looking for ways to serve the community and have a lot of fun while doing it. A big motivator for the county fair staff is the love of children, tradition and the element of family. “We try to give all of the kids a fun experience while being at the fair,” Stansfield said. Last year, more than 2,500 kids came through the Kid’s Corner that included free face painting and fun activities. Also, more than 2,000 kids visited the STEM trailer. People helping with those activities were all volunteer. “We try to keep as much of the events free of charge for patrons as possible to be sure the fair’s activities are accessible to anyone who wants to attend,” Stansfield said. But as the popularity of the events grows, so does the need for volunteers.
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An example of that need is the challenge of handling a sold out event where ticketholders are showing up at the same time. Tickets for this year’s demolition derby sold out in eight hours. With that popularity comes an anticipation that compels some people to find a way past the gates without having a ticket. Hicks pointed out that a full staff of volunteers can be sure patrons can get to their seats quickly, and only those with tickets are allowed into the arena, thus eliminating the risk of blocked walkways or exits. Those measures ensure everyone’s safety. “I like doing it,” Hicks said, adding that this job as the volunteer coordinator goes beyond a mere sense of civic duty. “I enjoy seeing something of this size come together and work smoothly. I feel a sense of accomplishment. And I enjoy seeing neighbors, friends and people I know coming out and enjoying the fair.” “We would love to have more people come to the fair, and we are constantly trying to find combinations in events, attractions and activities that
appeal to more people while we celebrate our history,” Stansfield said. “This fair is a celebration of county and heritage,” he said. “In a world where so many other state and county fairs are dying out, we are seeing growth. This is a tradition that is too much a part of our history to let go. I used to go to the fair when I was a little boy. My dad loved to see the sheep and pigeons. I cherish those memories with my dad. Our heritage is worth trying to keep alive. Despite the rapid growth and trends toward a more urban community, I just think it’s worth preserving the heritage that settled this area.” If there is an event you enjoy, chances are there is a need for volunteers to help operate it. Organizers encourage residents to come be a part of a longstanding, Utah County Fair tradition (and, bring your friends). If you are interested in volunteering for this year’s Utah County Fair, email DJ at DJ_hicks@hotmail.com. For more information on the events scheduled, please visit utahcountyfair.org.
Demo Derby: The hits keep on coming J’Nel Wright Contributor
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here were you when tickets for this year’s Utah County Fair Demolition Derby went
on sale? If you weren’t strategizing online, you probably missed it. “The Demolition Derby tickets sold out in about eight hours,” said Mike Stansfield, director of the Utah County Fair. But, then again, that’s typical for this extremely popular annual event. “Last year, it sold out so fast it overwhelmed one of the servers,” Stansfield said, regarding the 8,000seat venue. “We were ready for it this year.” Though the 9th Annual Utah County Demolition Derby is revved up to host a good time, finding a ticket for the event scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 20 was serious business. “One person told me they took too long to finish the online transaction, and they lost the tickets in their shopping cart.” Just like that; they were sold to someone else. But, like
Mike said, “That’s what happens when you are vying for the hottest tickets in town!” When considering the wide variety of events that are scheduled during this year’s county fair taking place Aug. 17-20, Stansfield understands the allure of this destructively tantalizing event. “It’s just a really fun show, and the organizers do an amazing job,” he said. It’s getting more popular every year. “In fact, last year we had some cars from California. It’s just a hard- hitting, fun, good time. Entire families come to this, and it’s something they look forward to every year.” This year, Stansfield is looking forward to the addition of a big screen, so people can see the action easier. “Instant playback,” Stansfield said. “It’ll be really cool.” The demolition derby certainly has its share of thrashing and crashing, but don’t forget that people are winning some decent money for participating. This year’s purse totals $47,000 in prize money. “We may not be the biggest in offering prize money, but we try to
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Demolition driver Danny Ogden climbs into his car before the start of the Demolition Derby at the Utah County Fair on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015. keep it competitive,” said Stansfield. “Instead of giving big payouts to the top two or three winners, we try to distribute the winnings over more of the participants.” If you didn’t get a ticket to this year’s demolition derby, that’s OK. The Monster Trucks are back and ready to rumble. The fourwheeled
mayhem is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 19, at Grand Arena. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices for reserved seating are $12 for adults, and kids 12 years and under cost $5 per ticket. Ticket prices will include tax and a handling fee. “The price is right for the entire family to enjoy,” Stansfield said.
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Utah County Fair showcases ‘wildlife artists’ Amie Rose contributor
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o be a taxidermist, you’ve got to be equal parts biologist, welder, engineer, seamstress and beautician. Many of the tools used by taxidermists are borrowed from other industries or handmade. And while some taxidermists earn a living in the trade, others are doing it for the joy of it, out of their garages or basements. “We consider ourselves wildlife artists,” said J.D. Sorensen, a taxidermist who’s in charge of the Utah County Fair’s taxidermy competition. “We’re not redneck hillbillies. It takes skill, talent and artistic ability.” This will be the sixth year that hobby and professional taxidermists have gotten together to compete and learn more about their trade at the Utah County Fair. Sorensen said he grew up seeing the taxidermy competition at the county fair, but that ended when the fair moved away from Spanish Fork. When it returned, Sorensen said he started calling organizers, asking if they were bringing it back. Then one year, they called him and said, “If you want it, you do it.” He did, and it’s
been happening every year since. The categories for the competition are youth (ages 0-16), novice (the category for anyone over 16), professional (for the skilled taxidermist) and master (for those with refined skills), he said. This year’s judges are world champion taxidermists who are also from Utah, David Ferguson and Scott Humble. “They’re both very passionate about helping others and keeping the art of taxidermy alive,” Sorensen said. Sorensen said the judges aren’t as strict for the novice category, but for the master group they’re looking for all kinds of anatomy. “You should be able to look up the nose and see all the anatomy,” he said. “It needs to be able to breathe and walk.” Sorensen said participants aren’t really competing against each other as much as against themselves, and the contest is really more about learning. Participants get a one-on-one critique from the judges and get advice and education on how to improve. “You can learn more from going to a competition than going to college or apprenticing in taxidermy,” he said. The competition has been growing each year, and last year they had 32
pieces, including a full-size grizzly bear standing on top of a buffalo. This year he’s heard it will be the biggest show yet. Sorensen has been trying to spread the word about taxidermy, hoping to get the younger generation involved. The kids who compete in the stock shows are the biggest attendee group every year, and he’d love to see them involved. “That would be success to me.” In addition to the judging, there will be live demonstrations with a taxidermist mounting an animal — they try to do a bird, fish and mammal, he said. People can watch and ask questions. Most people new to the art are surprised to learn that there isn’t any bone or meat inside a mounted animal. “Education is what the fair is all about anyway,” he said. The mounts will be on display during the fair. They’ll take entries on Aug. 15 and 16, and the live demonstrations will be on Aug. 19 and 20. Times will be posted on the fair’s Facebook page, https://www. facebook.com/utahcountyfair. If you want to enter or for more information about the competition, email Sorensen at jdstaxi@juno.com. The entry fee is $10, and it’s free to see.
Unusual things at the fair Taxidermy isn’t the only unique thing happening at the Utah County Fair this year. Wild about monkeys Kevin and Martina Keith will do three 30-minute live animal shows each day of the fair. People can meet the Keiths and their animal family and take photos after each show. For more information about the show, go to http://monkeybusinessprod.com/ index.html. Oak Hills Vaulters During 25-minute performances, these gymnasts will pose, jump and twist in rhythm while riding a horse. For more information, go to oakhillsvaulters.com.
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Child’s play: Utah County Fair introduces new monkey show Amie Rose CONTRIBUTOR
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onkeys, reptiles, birds, bounce houses, face painting, games, science, monster trucks and Legos — the Utah County Fair this year is all about kids, and most of it is free. “The whole fair’s for kids,” said fair organizer Mike Stansfield.
Animals
Of course, the county fair will have all the regular animal events. There’s the Junior Livestock show, a horse show, small animals and all the other 4-H events, where all the participants are kids. “Utah County has the largest 4-H program in the state,” Stansfield said. “It’s still the No. 1 agriculture
county in the state. … The 4-H kids dominate in most of the livestock shows around the state. We just have a great program.” But livestock and small animals aren’t the only critter fun available at the fair. There’s also a monkey show — Wild About Monkeys — which will be held three times a day for 30 minutes. There will be a meet and greet after the show, and people can take photos of the animals. Scales and Tails is back at the fair this year, with bird and reptile shows. Last year these shows were standingroom only. “Kids like that,” Stansfield said of the bird and reptile event.
Education
Kids can learn at the fair too. There will be a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) trailer,
where kids can use a 3-D printer and do a number of science projects, Stansfield said. Last year more than 2,000 kids went through the STEM trailer. A Lego club will display a city built out of the bricks, another popular event for kids. And demonstrations and education sessions will happen throughout the fair in the open class building.
More fun
One of the few attractions that isn’t free this year is monster truck rides for kids. Each ride will be $5. “We kept it as inexpensive as possible,” Stansfield said. “We don’t charge for parking or an entry fee. We don’t charge for open class exhibits.” But most of the other fun,
kid-focused activities are free. The popular Kids’ Corner will have face painting, games, fish ponds and more. It’s not open all the time, so check the fair schedule. “They did over 2,500 kids through Kids’ Corner” last year, Stansfield said. There also will be the popular Hypno Nick show during the fair and Western Night on Thursday, Aug. 18, with a shooting exhibition, Oak Hills vaulters, a concert and a small rodeo. And while there won’t be carnival rides this year, there will be plenty of bounce houses, he said. Because Utah County is home to so many large families, organizers have worked hard to make the fair mostly free and all family friendly. “Come and support the fair,” Stansfield said.
UTAH COUNTY FAIR CALENDAR OF EVENTS WEDNESDAY, AUG. 17 Jr. Livestock Show When: 4-10 p.m. Where: Jr. Livestock Arena — behind the High Chaparral Food & Commercial Booths open When: 4-10 p.m. Open Class Exhibits When: 4-10 p.m. Where: Indoor Tennis Courts Taxidermy Exhibits When: 4-10 p.m. Where: High Chaparral Building
Danny Newett Band When: 6-7:40 p.m. Where: Main Stage Open Halter Horse Show When: 6 p.m. Where: Willie Nelson Barn Concert When: 7 p.m. Where: Grand Arena Info: Ticketed event, TBA
THURSDAY, AUG. 18
Senior & Veteran’s Day at the Fair When: 4-10 p.m.
Junior Livestock Show When: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Where: Junior Livestock Arena behind High Chaparral
Kid’s Korner When: 4-6 p.m. Where: Indoor Tennis Courts
4-H Horse Show When: 9 a.m. Where: Willie Nelson Arena
Mounted Shooting Jackpot When: 4:30 p.m.
Large Reptile Show When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Ponderosa Building
Where: Willie Nelson Barn Opening Ceremonies When: 5 p.m. Where: Main Stage 4-H STEM Maker Trailer When: 5-9 p.m. Where: Ponderosa
Food & Commercial Booths When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Open Class Exhibits When: 10 a.m.10 p.m. Where: Indoor Tennis
Courts
Where: Grand Arena
Taxidermy Exhibits When: 10 a.m.10 p.m. Where: High Chaparral Building
Open Adult Horse Show When: 6 p.m. Where: Willie Nelson Arena
LEGO Exhibit When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Scales & Tails Exhibit & Animal Interaction When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wild About Monkeys Show When: 10 a.m., noon, 3 p.m. 4-H STEM Maker Trailer When: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Where: Ponderosa Building Scales & Tails Reptile Show When: 10 a.m. 1p.m., 5 p.m. Where: Ponderosa Stage and Main Stage Kid’s Korner When: Noon-6 p.m. Where: Open Class Building Shooting Exhibit When: 5 p.m. Where: Grand Arena Oak Hills Vaulters When: 6 p.m.
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Flashback Brothers When: 6 p.m. Where: Main Stage Talent Show When: 7 p.m. Where: Main Stage Western Night Rodeo at the County Fair When: 7 p.m. Where: Grand Arena
FRIDAY, AUG. 19 Open Youth Horse Show When: 8 a.m. Where: Willie Nelson Arena Junior Livestock Show When: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Where: Junior Livestock Arena behind High Chaparral Food & Commercial Booths When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Open Class Exhibits When: 10 a.m.10 p.m. Where: Indoor Tennis Courts
Taxidermy Exhibits When: 10 a.m.10 p.m. Where: High Chaparral Building LEGO Exhibit When: 10 a.m.10 p.m. Where: Ponderosa Building Wild About Monkeys When: 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 5 p.m. 4-H STEM Maker Trailer When: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Where: Ponderosa Building Scales & Tails Large Reptile Show When: 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m. Where: Main Stage Kid’s Korner When: Noon-6 p.m. Where: Indoor Tennis Courts Oak Hills Vaulters When: 3:30 p.m. Where: Grand Arena Monster Truck Rides & Preshow When: 5:30 p.m. Route 89 When: 7 p.m. Where: Main Stage
Monster Truck Show When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Grand Arena
Scales & Tails Exhibit & Animal Interaction When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hypno Hick When: 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. Where: Main Stage
Scales & Tails Large Reptile Show When: 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m. Where: Main Stage
SATURDAY, AUG. 20 Junior Livestock Show When: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Where: Junior Livestock Arena behind High Chaparral 4-H Talent Show When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Main Stage Food & Commercial Booths When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Open Class Exhibits When: 10 a.m.10 p.m. Where: Indoor Tennis Courts Taxidermy Exhibits When: 10 a.m.10 p.m. Where: High Chaparral Building LEGO Exhibit When: 10 a.m.10 p.m. Where: Ponderosa Building
4-H STEM Maker Trailer When: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Where: Ponderosa Building Wild About Monkeys Show When: 11 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. Where: Main Stage Kid’s Korner When: Noon-6 p.m. Where: Indoor Tennis Courts Antique Tractor Pull & Powder Puff Pull When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Grand Arena Hypno Hick When: 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Where: Main Stage Fire at Will When: 6 p.m. Where: Main Stage Demolition Derby When: 7 p.m. Where: Grand Arena Admission: SOLD OUT
PAYSON GOLDEN ONION DAYS
Peel back the many layers of Payson Golden Onion Days J’Nel Wright CONTRIBUTOR
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istorically, the annual Golden Onion Days event in Payson could just as easily have been called the Peteetneet Golden Sugar Beet Days. The creek area that remains a popular camping spot was originally named after Chief Peteetneet, a local Ute Indian resident. The creek was a historical location for Spanish explorers traveling from Santa Fe to Monterey, Calif., at the time of George Washington. In 1850, under the direction of Latter-day Saint Prophet Brigham Young, three pioneer families settled in the area to start a new life. James Pace, John Courtland Searle, and Andrew Jackson Stewart brought their families to the fertile bank of Peteetneet Creek to develop what is known today as Nebeker’s Grove. Further growth and a developing agricultural industry brought other settlers to the area. According to historian L. Dee Stevenson, in August of 1852, the settlement was renamed Pacen in honor of original settler James Pace and his sons. The spelling was later changed to Payson. Then, in January of 1853, the Utah Territory Legislature passed an act officially incorporating Payson City.
A parade in downtown Payson in the 1920s. Photo courtesy of Peteetneet Museum. Though the city of Payson and sweet onions go hand in hand like a burger and fries (the Spanish Sweet Onion was declared the official Utah State Vegetable by the Utah State Legislature in 2002), the dominant industry in the early 20th Century was sugar beets. According to Pioneer.com, in that same session, the sugar beet was declared the Utah State Historic Vegetable. The production of beet sugar was a major contributor to the Utah economy for almost 100 years. By the 1980s, traces of this once-thriving
industry were long gone. What remains is the trusty onion — a crop that generates $9 billion of business in Utah as farmers grow about 100 million pounds of onions each year. One of the tenacious features of the onion is its ability to endure cold weather without spoiling. Thanks to the 17 original settlers of Payson, who endured a cold winter upon arrival, the city now boasts a population exceeding 18,000 residents. In 1929, in recognition of the spirit of the Payson people, Mayor L.D. Stewart proclaimed the city’s first Onion Harvest and Homecoming celebration. Eighty-seven years later, Mayor Stewart’s proclamation still rings true. “Whereas the citizens of Payson City are putting forth much effort to make this occasion a success, and it is apparent that much good may come to Payson City and the inhabitants thereof and the friends who reside elsewhere, in making Payson and vicinity popular as an agriculture district and outstanding in the production of the onion. I urge all citizens to aid in every possible way to patronize and popularize this event.” Every year, the Payson Golden Onion Days celebration provides events which have delighted young and old alike — from people living within its city limits and beyond. Join the city Sept. 2-5 as the tradition continues.
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ountry music artist Collin Raye is scheduled to perform at this year’s Golden Onion Days free concert event on Thursday, Sept. 1, at the Peteetneet Amphitheater. “This is the eighth year for Mountain View Hospital to sponsor this free concert event. We started in 2009 with Nathan Osmond, and he was our entertainer the first two years,” said Nathan Black, director of communications for Mountain View Hospital in Payson. Past performances for this annual event included musical guests Billy Dean, Mark Wills, Deana Carter, Restless Heart and Shenandoah. Black recalls the first concert hosted just 400 people. “We are now averaging around 5,000,” he said. “We really look forward with anticipation to Onion Days every year. With the hospital’s 100-plus [year] history, we are tightly knit to this community, and we care a great
deal about it,” Black said. The concert will kick off the annual Golden Onion Days celebration that promotes unity and industry within the city of Payson and the surrounding area. Beginning in 1929, this year marks the 87th Golden Onion Days’ celebrations, which run through Sept. 5. “Onion Days is a time when we come together to celebrate our community in a fun, familycentered environment to remember what a remarkable body of people we live and work with. I hope people come to the concert not just to hear artists like Collin Raye, but to enjoy a night out with thousands of friends. I think they do,” Black said. With a career that spans more than 30 years, artist Collin Raye is a fitting choice for this year’s city celebration. His soulful, signature voice has produced 24 Top 10 records and 16 No. 1 hits, including “Love, Me,” “In This Life,” “On the Verge,” “One Boy, One Girl” and “Little Rock.” Raye is a 10-time male vocalist of the year nominee, with five nominations from the
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Country Music Association and five from the Academy of Country Music organizations. Raye’s involvement in a variety of social causes and charitable organizations include Special Olympics, Parade of Pennies, The Tennessee Task Force Against Domestic Violence, Childhelp USA and Make a
Difference Day, among many others. In 2001, Raye was presented the Humanitarian of the Year Award from Country Radio Seminar. For more information on this and other activities scheduled during the Payson Golden Onion Days 2016, please visit www.paysonutah. org/news_events.oniondays.html.
PAYSON ONION DAYS CALENDAR OF EVENTS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Collin Raye concert When: 6 p.m., seating begins at 5 p.m. Where: Peteetneet Outdoor Amphitheater, 10 S. 600 East Cost: Free ‘Into the Woods’ When: 7:30 p.m., Aug. 25-27, Sept. 1-3, 5 Where: Payson High School, 1050 S. Main St. Tickets: $10 each. Order online at paysoncommunitytheater.com
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Nebo Marathon & Half Marathon When: 6:30 a.m. Info: www.payson.org Hitman Monster Truck Rides When: 10 a.m.-Dusk Where: Field south of the Aquatic Center 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament When: 2:30 p.m. Where: 539 S. 100 West Who: 6th-8th grade boys & girls and 9th-10th grade boys & girls Registration: payson.org City of Fun Carnival When: 4-11 p.m. Where: Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St. Food and Boutique When: 4-11 p.m. Where: Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St. Basketball 3-Point Contest When: 6 p.m. Where: 539 S. 100 West Who: 6th-8th grade students Baby Contest Winners When: 6 p.m. Where: Memorial Park Bandstand, 250 S. Main St. Registration: (801) 465-4674
When: 6 p.m. Where: Payson High School Cost: Varied Fireworks When: 9 p.m. Where: Payson High School field
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Bill Pike Memorial Men’s Softball Tournament Where: Gene Hillman Rec Complex, 955 S. Main St. When: All Day beginning at 8 a.m. Info: (801) 465-6031 Miss Payson’s Gold Medal Mile When: 8 a.m. Where: Dry CreekTrail, 1250 S. Main St. What: Join Miss Payson and the citizens of Payson as they walk to promote a healthy lifestyle and enjoy the simple beauty of Payson in its summer season. Walking only. No bikes, scooters, or running. Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast When: 8 a.m. Where: Memorial Park 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament When: 9 a.m. Where: 539 S. 100 West Who: 10th-12th grades Registration: payson.org Firefighters Open House When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Payson Fire Station, 100 E. 100 South. What:The mission of Payson Fire Department is to protect the citizens of Payson from all emergencies both natural and manmade through dedicated, highly skilled and motivated firefighters, while acknowledging the public’s support, trust, and confidence.
Hypno Hick When: 6:15 p.m. Where: Memorial Park Bandstand, 250 S. Main St. Cost: Free
Children’s Parade When: 9 a.m. Where: Park View Elementary School, 360 S. 100 East
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Hitman Monster Truck Rides When: 10 a.m.-Dusk
Where: Field south of the Aquatic Center
Who: High school students
City of Fun Carnival When: noon-11 p.m. Where: Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St.
Midlife Crises concert When: 5 p.m. Where: Memorial Park Bandstand, 250 S. Main
Food and Boutique When: noon-11 p.m. Where: Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St.
Onion Jam Dance When: 8 p.m. Where: Payson’s Historic Main St.
Lawn Mower Racing When: Noon-3 p.m. Where: Salem Arena Info: Roger Hope, (801) 310-7315 Golden Onion Cook-Off When: Noon Where: Memorial Park Bandstand, 250 S. Main St. What: Bring your appetite and join the fun as both professional and amateur chefs work their culinary magic and compete for the title of “Best Dish” in Payson City. Everyone is welcome to participate! All entries welcome, recipes are required to have any amount of onion. Just remember to bring a tissue! Information:Tammy, (801) 465-5215 Payson High School Talent When: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Where: Memorial Park ‘Into the Woods’ When: 2 p.m. Where: Payson High School, 1050 S. Main St. Tickets: $10 each. Order online at paysoncommunitytheater.com Teen Talent Show When: 2 p.m. Where: Memorial Park Bandstand, 250 S. Main Soap Box Racing When: 3 p.m. Info: www.derby.leany. com Adult Talent Show When: 3 p.m. Where: Memorial Park Bandstand, 250 S. Main Basketball 3-Point Contest When: 4 p.m. Where: 539 S. 100 West
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Joe Coffee & Espresso Bar Open Mic When: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Joe Coffee, 145 E. Utah Ave. What:You’re writing, you’re rehearsing, but where can you perform in front of a live audience? At Joe Coffee & Espresso Bar. We invite you to perform your original music. Guitar players, keyboardists, folk singers, rockers, and musicians of all styles and skill levels can showcase their talent. City of Fun Carnival When: 4-10 p.m. Where: Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St. Food and Boutique When: 4-10 p.m. Where: Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St. Flower and Art Show and Payson’s Biggest Onion When: 2-6 p.m. Where: Peteetneet Academy, 10 S. 600 East What: Do you have a talent for growing beautiful flowers or HUGE onions? Or do you have a talent in art?Then our annual Flower & Art Show is the place you’ll want to be! Come share your unique talents with the rest of us. Preregistration required. Fireside with Lt. Governor Spencer Cox When: 6:30 p.m. Where: 600 East Stake Center Payson Band Concert When: 8 p.m. Where: Memorial Park
Bandstand, 250 S. Main St.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 5K/10K Races When: 7 a.m. Where: City Center, 439 W. Utah Ave. Info: (801) 465-6031 Chorale Breakfast When: 7-9 a.m. Where: Memorial Park Flag-Raising Ceremony When: 8 a.m. Where: Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St. What: Be up early and enjoy the morning air as the United States flag will be celebrated in a flag raising ceremony. Presented by: Veterans of Foreign Wars. Friends of Payson Library Used Book Sale When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Library on Historic Main Street, 66 S. Historic Main St. Grand Parade When: 10 a.m., lineup from 7-9 a.m. Where: Main Street What: Come and watch as the parade makes its way down Main Street. Watch as the many layers of Payson pass in celebration of this year’s Golden Onion Days. Hitman Monster Truck Rides When: 10 a.m.-dusk Where: Aquatic Center, 655 S. Main St., south field City of Fun Carnival When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Where: Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St. Food and Boutique When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Where: Memorial Park, 250 S. Main St. Onion Days Car Show When: Noon Where: Park View Elementary School, 360 S. 100 East Art and Flower Show & Payson’s Biggest Onion
When: 12:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Peteetneet School, 10 S. 600 East What: Do you have a talent for growing beautiful flowers or HUGE onions? Or do you have a talent in art?Then our annual Flower & Art Show is the place you’ll want to be! Come share your unique talents with the rest of us. Payson Band Concert When: 12:30 p.m. Where: Memorial Park Bandstand Family Onion Fun/Children’s Carnival When: 1-3 p.m. Where: Peteetneet Museum & Cultural Center What: Come and enjoy fun and games for the whole family. All activities are free. Games for children ages 12 and under including water slides, petting zoo, crafts and onion games with plenty of prizes.
Memorial Park Bandstand Entertainment When: 1:30-6:30 p.m. Where: Memorial Park Bandstand, 250 S. Main St. What: Come and enjoy local talent at the beautiful Memorial Park Bandstand.There will be a wide range of talent to entertain everyone. We start the evening with the Payson Band Concert and then after the concert we will announce the winner of Payson City’s BIGGEST onion. Payson City’s Biggest Onion Awards When: 1:30 p.m. Where: Memorial Park Bandstand, 250 S. Main ‘Into the Woods’ When: 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Where: Payson High School, 1050 S. Main St. Tickets: $10 each. Order online at paysoncommunitytheater.com
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The secrets of a soap box derby dad J’Nel Wright CONTRIBUTOR
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or those who grew up with Boy Scouts, there is no denying that a winning car qualified the male figure as the ultimate superpower in the Pinewood Derby universe. On Saturday, Sept. 3, competitors get to take derby racing to an exciting new level in the Little Rascals Gravity Gran Prix Soap Box Derby in Payson. The first race begins at 3 p.m. with weigh-in and inspection at 2 p.m. and a flag ceremony at 2:50 p.m. The race will be held west of Peteetneet School on 500 East. All participants must register no later than Friday, Sept. 2. The registration fee is $15 per car and $10 for each driver. According to the Lil Rascals officials rules and guidelines, competitors will be divided into three weight classes. The age of the participant is at the discretion of the parent, but here are the suggested guidelines: Colt class: 9-13 years; Mustang class: 13-17
years; Stallion class: 18 years and older. The race is open to everyone, regardless of age or gender. Sponsors are allowed and company names, logos, etc. may be displayed on the cars. In order to better understand the secrets behind building a fast car, I referred to one of the masters of champion derby cars. As an engineering student at Brigham Young University, Jeremy Wade is now a manufacturing engineer for The Boeing Company in Washington, and he’s the father of twin boys (and certain future winners of their respective Pinewood Derby races). As part of the 12-man team that competed in the Capstone Project in 2010, Wade and his teammates placed 4th internationally. That experience taught him a thing or two about the nature of speed when your only power is gravity. When constructing a soap box derby car, here are some “do-dos” and “don’tdos” in the world of kinetic and potential energy.
1. Do pay attention to wheel alignment Without getting too technical, the straighter the wheels, the smoother the ride. Furthermore, the less friction on the axle during rotation, the faster the wheels will turn. If you want to ensure a competitive car, pay attention to wheel alignment.
2. Do be mindful of weight distribution When you are competing on a track that begins with a steep incline and finishes on a straightaway, placing weight in the back of the car will optimize potential energy and create a seamless transition from incline to the flatter surface.
3. Don’t load up a standard frame with excess weight In most cases, adding weight to the car is an afterthought. Unfortunately, most cars haven’t been constructed with a frame that
can safely handle 200 to 300 pounds of extra weight. If you know you will be adding weight to the car, make sure the frame is constructed to compensate for that excess, and find a way to secure the weight. Three hundred pounds can quickly turn into 1,000 pounds of blunt force, and your little driver could be sitting right in its path.
4. Do anticipate wrecks
Should the driver (who is often somebody’s child) collide with a tree, a hay bale, or the rear end of the leading car, consider what the driver’s head will be hitting. Make sure the only thing coming in contact with the pint-sized driver’s head is a smooth, cushiony edge.
5. Do allow time for plenty of practice That’s right — practice. Wade recalled the flawless design of their car made little difference when the driver was unfamiliar with how the car behaved.
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