THE VIEW FROM
T O R R E Y H O U S E
May 2017
Kathleen joins Torrey House Press as Creative Director. She will oversee design for the press and work with Kirsten Allen on acquisitions and project development. Kathleen earned her BFA in Design from California College of the Arts, then spent a decade as Art Director for Patagonia clothing originating the design of the iconic Patagonia catalogs. She received an MA from the University of Utah's Environmental Humanities Program this spring. Kathleen and her husband, Peter, relocated to Utah 25 years ago where they raised three kids. Dedicated to environmental work for years, she currently serves on the executive committee of Summit Land Conservancy and the board of directors for Wild Utah Project. We're thrilled to have Kathleen at Torrey House Press!
“Encompassing wisdom and grace, Edge of Morning is a finessed articulation of respect and the simplicity of being human.
Edge of Morning: Native Voices Speak for the Bears Ears, edited by Jacqueline Keeler of the Navajo and Yankton Dakota tribes, is a poignant and edifying collection of interviews, essays, and poems that details the efforts of an unprecedented intertribal alliance to protect the cultural resources of the Bears Ears region in southeastern Utah. The anthology also describes how Native peoples’ heritage and identity are inextricably linked to land and the fight to preserve their sacred spaces is a fundamental responsibility.” Read on...
Edge of Morning: Native Voices Speak for the Bears Ears goes to wide release in June.
Come celebrate this important collection of essays and poems from Native American writers, scholars, activists, and grassroots leaders at events in Portland OR and Ogden and Salt Lake City UT
Monday, June 19 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM PDT
Annie Bloom's Books
7834 SW Capitol Hwy
Portland, Oregon 97219
Sunday, June 25 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Golden Braid Books
151 South 500 E
Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
Saturday, June 24 5:30 PM- 7:00 PM
Ogden Union Station
2501 Wall Ave
Ogden, Utah 84401
Use the special code BEARSEARS to get 20% off your purchase at the THP store today through June 3! Every book you buy supports efforts to defend Bears Ears National Monument.
Dear Secretary Zinke..
May 30, 2017
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Utah's congressional delegation opposes national monuments, especially Bears Ears National Monument and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, and they successfully pressed the president to issue an executive order to that paves the way for rolling back protections for irreplaceable wonders.
The order places 27 national monuments under "review" by the Department of the Interior, which opened a 15-day public comment period on Bears Ears that closed May 26. Here's THP's Kirsten Allen's appeal to the Secretary of the Interior to preserve Bears Ears National Monument.
Dear Secretary Zinke,
I am a sixth-generation Utahn and proud American, grateful for the national monuments and parks in Utah and throughout our great country. Protecting national monuments preserves our identity as Americans. Our national monuments and public lands and waters tell the patriotic story of our historical, cultural, and natural heritage. Read on…
The comment period on Bears Ears National Monument is over, but the deadline to comment on the other 26 monuments under “review” is July 10 so there’s still time to submit your comments to the Department of the Interior on why you want our national monuments to be preserved with their current boundaries and protections.
Comments may be submitted online at http://www.regulations.gov by entering “DOI-2017-0002” in the Search bar and clicking “Search,” or by mail to Monument Review, MS-1530, U.S. Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240. Tell Secretary Zinke that you want to keep #MonumentsForAll
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NEW MICROTEL
Friday, June 2, 2017
6 - 9 p.m.
thru June 18
Eight LOCAL ARTISTS interpret both Ogden and the X in sculpture, painting, and installations. Here, the symbolism of the X speaks to the crossroad, the idea of a place, it’s where people meet; it is the intersection — the center of the universe of communing and community...it is here.. #thisisogden
PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:
Lindsay Huss, Venessa Castagnoli, Adam Ritchie, Manuel Garcia, Emily Ann Dalton, Collin Noortman Chandler, Holly Morphet and Amir Jackson.
Live performance art by Emily Ann Dalton / June 2, 6 to 9 p.m.
Strader’s process is exploration driven, utilizing atypical mediums, to achieve unusual texture & pattern. She delves into her most obsessive tendancies which are then translated into the worlds she creates. The surreal islands of her innerscapes build like erratic thoughts, each trying to come to the surface of her conciousness at once.
Undria Seaton - Fragmented
Seaton explores experimental mediums and techniques as she delves into works with themes of surreal, dreamy subject-matter & states within the mind.
UP NEXT
SAVE THESE DATES!!!!!
Sunday, June 18 / 3 - 5 p.m.
International debut of new work from Kirsten Thys van den Audenaerde's POLAROAD project: "a 5-week roadtrip, with the first two weeks focusing on the rugged landscape, with the balance combining the amazing scenery with art nude photography. Kirsten will exhibit the new works created on this journey, give a short talk and host a Q&A. 21+ only. TICKETS
Friday, June 23 / 5 - 9 p.m.
Poetry by Ogden-area poets will be transcribed by street artists Josh Pohlman and Jeremy Little and displayed at PLATFORMS.
Blurring the lines between elegant flowing complex letter structures of calligraphy and the playful Bubbly Lettering of graffiti. MORE
INN & SUITES OPENS IN SPRINGVILLE
New Hotel Opens Doors
Springville, Utah (May 31, 2017) – Wyndham Worldwide announces the opening of the Microtel Inn & Suites Springville/Provo located at 535 South 2000 West in Springville, Utah. Owned by Suite Life, LLC, the hotel features 63 guest rooms including 10 suites.
The Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham is a pet friendly, four story interior corridor hotel that offers single, double and suite accommodations. The hotel features an indoor pool, fitness center, business center, multiple guest laundry facilities, and a meeting room. FREE amenities will include a Hot & Hearty breakfast and fresh baked cookies daily, FREE Wi-Fi and FREE local and long-distance phone calls within the continental U.S. All guestrooms feature flat-panel high definition televisions with FREE HBO; coffee makers, refrigerators and microwaves, hair dryers, irons and ironing boards; sleek granite vanities; and functional workstations with desktop accessible power and data ports. The suites are also equipped with Microtel’s signature MicroKitchen™. Additional in-room amenities include the stylish Dream Well™ Microtel bedding with plush pillow-top mattresses, triple-sheeting and high quality linens. Microtel’s room design layout has received numerous awards including “Best Guestroom Design” in the select-service category by the Hotel World Global Hospitality & Design Awards competition.
“We are excited to be expanding the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham brand into the Springville area and look forward to serving the local community. Our goal is to add a high-quality hotel with excellent amenities and outstanding customer service at an affordable price.” says Doug Ellis the hotel’s owner.
About Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham
Part of Wyndham Hotel Group, the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham® brand is an award-winning chain of more than 330 economy hotels located throughout North America and the Philippines. Consistently over-delivering on both guest and owner expectations, Microtel is the only all new-construction hotel in the economy segment. The brand was ranked highest in guest satisfaction in the economy/budget segment for the 14th time by J.D. Power in the 2016 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study.
Microtel prides itself on being an innovator, offering a midscale experience at an economy price with an array of complimentary amenities including free Wi-Fi and continental breakfast. Other amenities available at most hotels include meeting and fitness centers, swimming pools and the opportunity to earn and redeem points through Wyndham Rewards®, the brand’s guest loyalty program. Travelers can join the program for free at www.wyndhamrewards.com.
Each Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham hotel is independently owned and operated under a franchise agreement with Microtel Inns and Suites Franchising, Inc. (MISF), or its affiliate. MISF is a subsidiary of Wyndham Hotel Group, LLC and parent company Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN). Reservations and information are available by visiting www.microtelinn.com.
Wyndham Hotel Group is the world’s largest hotel company based on number of hotels, encompassing more than 8,000 hotels and over 697,600 rooms in 77 countries. Additional information is available at www.wyndhamworldwide.com. For more information about hotel franchising opportunities visit www.whgdevelopment.com.
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SPECIAL OLYMPICS UTAH TO HOST THE 2017 SUMMER GAMES
IN UTAH COUNTY ON JUNE 2 - 3.
Hundreds of Special Olympics athletes will compete at the 48th annual state games.
OREM/PROVO, UT - Special Olympics Utah is ready to kick-off the 48th annual Summer Games on Friday and Saturday, June 2 -3 in Utah County. In partnership with corporate sponsors including Harmons, LHM Charities/Utah Jazz and AutoLiv, Special Olympics Utah will host this exciting two-day event where over 2,000 athletes, coaches, volunteers, and fans will gather for state games. The annual games consist of hundreds of Special Olympics athletes and Unified Sports® partners from all over the state of Utah who practice, train and compete in team sports and Olympic-style event to prepare for the Summer Games.
"This event is a celebration of the dedication and talent of Special Olympics athletes and partners from around the state" said Special Olympics Utah CEO/President D'Arcy Dixon Pignanelli. "They have trained in their respective sports since March and Summer Games is the culmination of all their hard work."
This is the first-year Special Olympics Utah will host the Summer Games at four venues in Utah County. "We are appreciative of the support we have received from those in Utah County, specifically the cities of Provo and Orem," said Dixon Pignanelli. In addition to the new venues, University Place Orem will be hosting the official community block party to kick off Special Olympics Utah's 2017 Summer Games.
The block party is a free event open to the public, beginning at 5:30 p.m. A brief opening ceremony will start at 6:00 p.m. Special Olympics Utah will continue the annual Law Enforcement Torch Runs leading into Summer Games during the Block Party. Law Enforcement Officials from different agencies in Utah County will unite together for the final leg to bring in the "Flame of Hope". This will be followed by the lighting of the cauldron, Knights of Columbus Color Guard, and presentation of awards honoring excellence across several different areas. Immediately after the ceremony there will be games, music and the "Victory Dance" until the party ends at 8:00 p.m.
Competition will include athletics (track & field), softball, swim and Motor Activities Training Program (MATP) events. State Summer Games will include both traditional and Unified events. Traditional events feature competitors with a diagnosed intellectual disability. Unified competitions include teams comprised of both individuals with and without intellectual disabilities. These teams train together and compete against other Unified teams. MATP, or Motor Activity Training events, are designed for individuals who are unable to participate in official Special Olympics competitions. This program is designed to prepare athletes-including those with severe or profound intellectual and physical disabilities-for sport-specific activities.
A full schedule of events is available at the Special Olympics Utah website: http://sout.org/summer-games/
Friday competitions will be held from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Saturday competitions from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and will be at the following venues:
Softball - Footprinter Park - 1150 S 1350 W - Provo, UT
Track & Field - Provo High School - 100 W 1230 N (Bulldog Ave) - Provo, UT
Swim - Provo Recreation Center - 320 W 500 N - Provo, UT (Saturday only).
Athletes and partners can also attend Healthy Athletes clinics. Staffed by volunteer clinicians, Healthy Athletes this summer will offer free dental exams, vision, and hearing checkups, and general health and fitness instruction
Summer Games is open to the public and a free community event. "This is such a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together to promote a message of inclusion and respect for all people," said Dixon Pignanelli. "We invite the public to join us as Fans in the Stands where they can cheer on the athletes during competitions, welcome the 'Flame of Hope' and enjoy the festivities at the Block Party and join our athletes at the Victory Dance."
A media kit for the 2017 Summer Games will be available at the volunteer registration table at all venues. High resolution photos are available upon request.
Media Contacts:
D'Arcy Dixon Pignanelli, CEO, dixon@sout.org or 801.792.2452
Wendy Kelly, Director of Community Outreach & Partnerships, kelly@sout.org or 801.910.7281
Special Olympics Utah Social Media Handles
Instagram: @SpecOlyUtah, https://instagram.com/specolyutah/
Twitter: @SpecOlyUtah, https://twitter.com/specolyutah
Facebook: Special Olympics Utah, https://www.facebook.com/SpecialOlympicsUtah
About Special Olympics Utah: Special Olympics Utah provides free participation in year-round training and competition in eight sports for approximately 1,700 athletes living in the state of Utah. With the support of more than 3,500 volunteers and the generosity of Utah citizens, corporations and local businesses, Special Olympics Utah is able to offer more than 40 events annually to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Participation with other athletes, Unified Partners (typically developing peers), coaches, sponsors and volunteers builds confidence and creates opportunities to participate as productive and respected members of society by increasing public awareness of the athletes' capabilities. Special Olympics Utah is a registered Utah 501(c) (3) charity with a local governing Board of Directors comprised of Utah community representatives and leaders. Special Olympics Utah is 90% privately funded through donations contributed locally.
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Clark Planetarium Welcomes Back Bad Astronomer, Dr. Phil Plait
Author and former NASA Scientist to examine what happens “When the Moon Eats the Sun”
Salt Lake City, UT – In celebration of, and preparation for, the upcoming Great American Solar Eclipse on August 21st, 2017, Clark Planetarium will host author and former NASA Scientist Dr. Phil Plait. Dr. Plait is a well-known debunker of space science myths, and is the author of two books, “Bad Astronomy: Misconceptions and Misuses Revealed, from Astrology to the Moon Landing ‘Hoax’” and “Death From the Skies! These are the Ways the World Will End.” He is also the author of the internet’s most popular science blog, “Bad Astronomy,” at http://www.blastr.com/tags/bad-astronomy, Dr. Plait will be the keynote speaker at Clark Planetarium’s Through the Looking Glass: Great American Total Solar Eclipse Gala on Thursday, June 15th, 2017, and will be available for interview earlier in the day between 1:30pm – 4:30pm.
Dr. Plait’s keynote speech, “When the Moon Eats the Sun,” will focus on the upcoming eclipse, which will provide a deep partial eclipse to Salt Lake City at 91%, and will be at totality as close as Driggs, Idaho.
WHAT: Media interviews with science author, Dr. Phil Plait
WHEN: Thursday, June 15th, 2017, 1:30pm – 4:30pm
WHERE: Clark Planetarium, 110 South 400 West
About the Through the Looking Glass: Great American Total Solar Eclipse Gala
Clark Planetarium’s 2017 Gala, Through the Looking Glass: Great American Total Eclipse Gala, focuses on sharing the wonder in learning about space science and the science in our daily lives, including the upcoming August 2017 solar eclipse. Attendees of the gala will be treated to foods and experiences straight out of Wonderland while helping Clark Planetarium to raise funds for its education programs, which serve more than 100,000 Utah schoolchildren each year.
About Clark Planetarium
Clark Planetarium’s mission is to create and present stimulating educational programs that effectively share astronomy and space exploration information with Salt Lake County residents, Utah students, educators and families, and visitors from around the country and the world. For more information visit www.clarkplanetarium.org or follow Clark Planetarium on Twitter or Facebook.
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Dear friends of FMC,
In two weeks, Fostering Media Connections staff, friends and transition-age foster youth will set out to climb the 14,000-foot Mount Shasta during the 6th Annual Foster Youth Questival.
For the two of us writing this, it will be our first Questival. Neither of us have ever done anything like this, and we’re both intimidated and excited. We’ll be joined by hiking veterans like Daniel Heimpel, Kevin Clark and Christie Renick, who have been there almost every year since 2012.
We’ll be trekking with strong and resilient young people like Monique Guerra, Annissa Jimenez and our very own Shari Walker, who are equally stoked for this adventure. Questival gives foster care alumni a chance to push themselves and grow in new and beautiful ways. Hikes around Los Angeles this spring have helped us all get to know one another and prepare to take on Mt. Shasta as a team.
Questival is also a crucial fundraiser for FMC. It funds our Youth Voice Initiative, wherein we train current and former systems-involved youth in journalism and pay them for stories and op-eds that they contribute to The Chronicle of Social Change.
This program produces stories such as “Destination à Family” by Leilani Diaz, and “Finding Resilience in Broken Promises,” by Josh Elizondo.
This month, Lily Dorman Colby, a former foster youth who attended one of our journalism workshops in San Francisco last year, wrote an op-ed for The Chronicle of Social Change, titled “Want to Help California Foster Youth Succeed in School? Start with SB 233.” We partnered with The San Francisco Chronicle to get her op-ed published in their online and print editions, too. The bill that Colby wrote about – aimed improving educational outcomes for foster youth – is now moving through the California legislature.
To support the Questival and our Youth Voice Initiative, please make a donation on our Crowdrise page. You can donate directly to FMC or donate toward an individual’s fundraising goals. Every donation helps get our team to the top, and elevate the youth voice! Thank you so much for your support.
Look for our July Dispatch for a recap and photographs from the mountain!
Climb on,
Holden Slattery and Elizabeth Green
