- Calendar items are published as a community service, only as space permits. Submissions are due one week before publication. Send all items to: Plus, Box 1257, Salt Lake City, UT 84110. Call Lynn Arave at 237-2100 for more information.
- Hormones and Heating Pads:A free lecture, "Hormones and Heating Pads" on the current treatment for painful or irregular periods will be given by Dr. Steven C. Meek on Wednesday, Jan. 27, (not Jan. 26 as previously announced) 7 p.m. in the Women's Center at Humana Davis North Hospital, 1600 W. Antelope Drive, Layton. Call 774-7082 to register or for more information.
- Give yourself a good rap:
Charter Summit Hospital, Brighton Ski Resort and Salt Peaks are sponsoring a teen self-esteem day Saturday, Feb. 6, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Valley Fair Mall. Events will include a "Frenzie" fashion show and a rap challenge. Call Charter Summit at 561-8181 for more information.
- Arthritis education and support group:
The Arthritis Education and Support group will meet Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2 p.m. at the Western Rehabilitation Institute, 8074 S. 1300 East, Salt Lake City. Personal and home safety will be addressed. Call 486-4993 for more information.
- Fibromyalgia support group:
The Fibromyalgia Support Group will meet Wednesday, Feb. 3, 7 p.m. at the Salt Lake County Complex, Room S-1007, 2001 S. State, Salt Lake City. The subject will be how to improve the doctor-patient relationship. Call 486-4993 for more information.
- Before you get pregnant:
Find out how pregnancy and parenting may affect your health, life relationships, work and family. Gwen Latendresse, certified nurse-midwife, is offering a class March 1 for women and their parents considering pregnancy and parenting. The cost is $6 per person, or $10 per couple. Call 321-1440 to register, or for more information.
- Teen pregnancy program:
Registration is under way for a six-class program to help unwed teenagers make good choices during their pregnancies and afterward. At the concluding class, the girls will also receive a free layette and baby shower. Classes begins Feb. 23. For more information, call 973-6654.
- Free seminar on fat management:
A free seminar on fat management, sponsored by Kathy's Natural Foods, will be held Wednesday, Jan. 27, 6-8:30 p.m. at the Yoga Center, 4689 S. Holladay Blvd. Call 278-8242 for more information.
- Establishing a common ground:
A lecture on establishing a common ground will given by Allan Savory on Monday, Feb. 1, 7:30 p.m. in the East High auditorium, 840 S. 1300 East, sponsored by the Utah Museum of Natural History. Winter youth classes for the museum also begin on Feb. 1. Call 328-7287, or 328-7236 for more information.
- Piano fun workshop:
Attend a one-day, three-hour workshop and learn how fun and easy it is to play the piano using the chord approach. There are classes for beginners or advanced students. Call Progressive Piano Institute at 571-0974 for more information.
- Murray Community Education:
To bead or not to bead, that is the question. Beading is a craft and much more. Learn a variety of basic "off-loom" techniques through the Murray Community Education program beginning Feb. 4, 7-9 p.m. The four-week class costs $15. Material fees range from $4 to $15, depending on the project chosen. Call 264-7414 to register.
- Annual Italian dinner:
St. Martine De Porres Church, 4914 S. 2200 West, will hold its annual Italian Dinner Saturday, Feb. 13, 6-8 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults and $2.50 for children under 12. Tickets purchased at the door will cost an extra $1. Call the parish offices at 968-2369 for tickets.
- Free real estate seminar:
United Savings Bank/Western Mortgage Corporation is sponsoring its second annual free half-day seminar for real estate agents and brokers, called "Double Your Income by Working Smarter, Not Harder," Thursday, Feb. 4, 8:30-1 p.m. at the Salt Lake Hilton Hotel. Call 530-1713 for more information.
- Women's Center open house:
The public is invited to an open house at Holy Cross Jordan Valley Hospital's new women's center, 3580 W. 9000 South, on Saturday, Jan. 30, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. There will be tours, refreshments and a chance to meet the hospital staff. Call 486-9338 for more information.
- Wilderness benefit dance:
The Utah Wilderness Association and the Disgusting Brothers Band will present the eighth annual Wilderness Benefit Dance, Saturday, Jan. 30, 8 p.m. at the Greek Church Hall, 279 S. 300 West. Tickets are $6 in advance or $7 at the door. Advance tickets available at Wasatch Touring, Smokey's Records and Patagonia Outlet. Call 359-1337 for more information.
- Corporate Ski Classic:
US WEST Cellular will join the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake to present the second annual Corporate Ski Classic Feb. 5-6 at Park City. All proceeds will benefit the children who attend the clubs. For more information call Mo or Brenda at 484-0841.
- Safety and fun fair:
St. Benedict's Hospital and Heritage Park Care Center will present a health, safety and fun fair for the entire family Saturday, Feb. 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2700 West and 5600 South in Roy. Free or low-cost health screenings will be available. Call 479-2019 for more information.
- Utah Blue Chips:
The Utah Computer Society, also known as "Utah Blue Chips," will hold a meeting on Saturday, Jan. 30, at 10 a.m. at the Salt Lake Community College business building, Room 119. Call 521-7830 for more information.
- Square dance Friday night:
Dance with the Checkmates at Murray Park Square Dance Hall, 5177 S. State Street. Beginners 7-8:30 p.m. and regulars from 8:30-10 p.m. $5 per couple. Call 255-0088 for more information.
- Art display at Barnes Bank:
Artists display their art work every month at Barnes Bank, 33 S. Main, in Kaysville. During January, the paintings of Jeri L. Hoover of Layton are on display.
- Free family life education course:
The Gathering Place, in conjunction with the Alpine, Nebo and Provo school districts, is enrolling parents in a free nine-week course, "Developing Responsible Children."
The weekly, two-hour course will begin Jan. 26, 27 and 28. Call Judy at 226-2255 for more information.
- Iwo Jima veterans reunion:
A reunion for Iwo Jima Veterans will be Feb. 18-21 at the Marina Hotel in Jacksonville, Fla. Call Jim Westbrook at 601-636-1861 for more information.
- Cake show:
A cake show sponsored by the Beehive Icers Cake Club will be Saturday, May 1, at Valley Fair Mall. Entry forms are available at Bakers Cash and Carry, 367 W. 1170 South. Call Judy at 576-9906 for more information.
- Kansas Club:
The annual meeting for the Kansas Club will be Friday, Jan. 29, at 6:30 p.m. at Chuck-A-Rama, 2960 S. Highland Drive. Call Andy at 942-1623 or 277-9412 for more information.
- Nonprofit graphic services:
During February, a group of students from Salt Lake Community College will offer free introductory desktop publishing services to schools, day-care centers and corporations that will promote commerce in the greater Salt Lake community. For more information, write Bob Saretta, P.O. Box 382, Salt Lake City, UT 84110.
- IEF needs host families:
The International Education Forum (IEF) needs host families for students from 23 countries who will be coming to Utah. Call Karen Bloomquist at 250-7133 or 800-365-0555 for more information.
- Antiques Square Dance Club:
The Antiques Square Dance Club will offer square-dancing lessons for $5 a couple at Pioneer Square Dance Hall, 1250 W. 7800 South, West Jordan. Call Roy or Gladys at 561-5251 or Frank or Vera at 572-5531 for times and more information.
- Improve your communication and leadership skills:
The Metro Toastmasters Club meets every Wednesday at 6:15 p.m. to help members develop competence in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Everyone aged 18 and up is invited to attend meetings held weekly at the Salt Lake City Main Library, 209 E. 500 South, second floor meeting room. Call Colleen at 530-6683 or Sandy at 485-8527 for more information.
- AIFS seeks host families:
The AIFS Foundation is seeking host families for foreign exchange students. For more information, contact Bertelle Bagley at 277-2952.
- Square dancing:
The Jesters dance on Wednesdays in the Salt Lake County Dance Building, 5177 S. 200 East, inside Murray Park. Class members dance 7-8:30 p.m. The regular dance is 8:30-10 p.m. and the public is welcome. The cost is $5 per couple. For more information, call Lucky Ken Packer, 262-6947, or Jack at 254-3195.
- Teen pregnancy program seeks clothing, accessories:
A teen pregnancy organization needs maternity outfits, baby clothes and accessories (for ages 0-2) for the girls involved in the program. For more information, call 973-6654.
- Mental-health support:
Recovery Inc., a nonprofit, free community-health support group, is helping people who are coping with depression, anxiety and nervous fears.
Classes are held at various Salt Lake County locations each week:
Valley Mental Health Center, Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon; First Baptist Church, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m.; Whitmore Library, Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Park Library, Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; and Cottonwood Hospital, Saturdays, 2-4 p.m.
For information on meetings, call 268-2402 or write: Recovery, 3647 Laurelcrest, Salt Lake City, UT 84109.
- Square dancing:
The Rocketeers Square Dance Club is starting new beginner classes, held in the Salt Lake County Fairgrounds Dance Building, 5177 S. 200 East, inside Murray Park. The public is welcome. Call Richard Percy at 268-9121, or Gay Muir at 969-5169, for more information.
- "Friendly" dances:
"Friendly" dances are held every Friday, 8-11 p.m., at the Multipurpose Center, 300 N. 1300 West. Dances feature a live orchestra, "The Super Sounds." More dancers are needed.
Call 581-1864 for more information.
- Smokers anonymous:
A smokers anonymous group meets at Doxey Hatch Medical Center, 1255 E. 3900 South, fourth floor, every Tuesday at 7 p.m. Contact Tom at 261-5453 or Adele at 562-2885 for more information on free meetings.
- Battered women support group:
A 12-step support group for battered women meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Doxey Hatch Center, Room 423, 1255 E. 3900 South. Call Leslie at 521-7608 for more information.
- Arthritis self-help course:
The Arthritis Foundation, Utah Chapter, is sponsoring an arthritis self-help course for people with arthritis and their family members. The six-week class will begin Wednesday, Feb. 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Cottonwood Hospital Wilkinson Building conference room B, 5770 S. 300 East. The class will cover topics such as exercise, diet, coping with fatigue and pain. To register, call 486-4993.
- Baby sitters certification program:
A four-week training course for youths sixth grade and above is held Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. at Layton's Humana Hospital Davis North. New classes begin the first Wednesday of each month, and Red Cross certification is awarded upon completion of the course. The course costs $5. Call 774-7011 to register.
- Depression after delivery support group:
A support group for women who are suffering from depression after childbirth is held Wednesdays from 5-6:30 p.m. in the women's center education classroom at Layton's Humana Davis North Hospital. Call 774-7082 for more information.
- Preparation for hysterectomy:
A free class to discuss the physical and emotional aspects of a hysterectomy is held the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month in the women's center of Layton's Humana Davis North Hospital. All family members are invited. Call 774-7082 for more information.
- Square dancing class:
Learn to square dance with the Swingin' Singles Club. Beginners classes start Feb. 3 and 10 at 7 p.m. at Liberty Elementary School, 140 W. 6100 South. For more information, call 561-2790 or 571-3668.
- Chapter meetings for the Utah Alliance for the Mentally Ill:
The Utah Alliance for the Mentally Ill holds various chapter meetings each month for those who are dealing with mental illness.
Here's a listing of meeting locations:
- Davis County, third Thursdays, 7 p.m., at 85 S. 185 East, Farmington. Call 544-7402 for more information.
- Salt Lake City, second Wednesdays, 7 p.m., at 1724 S. Main. Call 255-0009 for more information.
- South Valley, third Wednesdays, 7 p.m., at 195 W. 7200 South. Call 561-3949 for more information.
- West Valley City, third Thursdays, 7 p.m., at 3594 S. 2700 West, (enter on southeast corner of first floor). Call 254-4856 for more information.
For more information on the Utah alliance, call 584-2023.
- ASSE host families needed:
ASSE International Student Exchange Program is seeking host families for boys and girls coming to the Salt Lake area for the upcoming high school year. Call Kirt Larson at 967-3977 or 800-733-ASSE for more information.
- Kip Harris photographs:
Photographs by Kip Harris will be exhibited at the Salt Lake City Library's Atrium Gallery, 209 E. 500 South, through Feb. 2. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Call 524-8200 for more information.
- M.O.P.S.
Mothers of Preschoolers ("M.O.P.S.") is available for any mother with children from birth through kindergarten age. The group meets the first and third Thursday of each month from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Salt Lake Christian Center, 4300 S. 700 East. Quality child care is provided. Call Shelly Hansen at 965-8291 for more information.
- Volunteer training begins at Red Butte Garden:
The Red Butte Garden and Arboretum's volunteer training program for 1993 is under way, and training continues until April. Orientation is free and specialized training costs $80, including an individual membership to the garden.
The volunteer program has flexible hours and training classes held on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m. For more information, call 581-IRIS or Susan Fox at 585-5688.
- Teen grief support program:
Holy Cross Hospital's Grief Center is offering a free grief support program for teenagers who have lost someone they loved through death. Call 350-4191 for more information.
- Tyler Richards benefit:
Local crafters have donated items to be sold at Homespun Crafters Mall, 3955 S. Wasatch Blvd., to benefit the Children's Organ Transplant Association and Tyler Richards, who needs $250,000 for an intestinal transplant. Items in the special Tyler craft booth will be on sale through March. Call Melynda at 965-8046 for more information.
- Country-western dancing:
The Intermountain Country Dance Association is a nonprofit club that promotes country dancing, with information on lessons, dances, workshops and competitions. For a newsletter or for more information, call Paul at 966-4207 or RoLayne at 968-6981.
- Fiction and poetry:
Entries for the Writers at Work Fellowship Competition for fiction and poetry are due March 15, 1993. Each entry must include a $10 reading fee and more information is available by calling 292-9285.
- Volunteers needed for exchange program:
Spanish Heritage (SHE), a nonprofit student exchange program, is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to serve as area representatives. Call Warren at 1-800-888-9040 for more information.
- Student exchange organization seeks host families:
EF Educational Foundation for Foreign Study, a nonprofit high school exchange organization, is looking for families to share their home and culture with a student from abroad. Students arrive in August 1993. For more information, call Ray or Vickie Bello at 250-1021, or 1-800-44-share.
- Rational Recovery:
Rational Recovery, an alternative to 12-step programs, meets weekly at: First Step House, 750 W. 400 North, Tuesday 8-9 p.m.; Unitarian Church, 569 S. 1300 East, Friday, 7-8 p.m.; Salt Lake Main Library, 209 E. 500 South. Monday, 1-2 p.m. Call Nile Ward at 359-8862 for more information.
- Holy Cross Hospital Cancer Support Groups:
Members of the Holy Cross Patient and Family Counseling Department and oncology nursing staff host free support groups for people with cancer and the people who care about them. For more information, call Holy Cross at 350-4621.
- Bridges program:
Salt Lake County is sponsoring a new volunteer opportunity, the Bridges program, for those aged 50 and older. Volunteers spend four hours a week in the classroom with a child who needs understanding, friendship and academic help. Call 468-2199 for more information.
- Post-traumatic stress disorder:
Trauma victims and injury survivors learn how to thrive rather than merely survive. Avoid delayed recovery and excessive medical expense. Our courtesy seminar teaches survivors and caregivers how to maintain job security, fill out with insurance claims and use legal services wisely following trauma. Presented as a community service biweekly. Sponsored by the National Institute for the Prevention of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (NIP/PTSD). Call Leslie for times and location, 273-3943.
- American Diabetes Association membership:
Membership is available in the Utah Affiliate of the American Diabetes Association for $24 a year. Newsletters, education programs, support groups and materials are available.
For more information, write the American Diabetes Association, 643 E. 400 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84102, or call 363-3024. Outside the Salt Lake area, the toll-free number is 1-800-888-1734.
- Pregnant and need help?
A six-class course is designed to inform unwed pregnant teenage girls about child care, nutrition and available services. For more information, call 973-6654. The course concludes with a baby shower and basic layette.
- Support group for women with MPD:
A support group for women with MPD (multiple personality disorder) meets regularly in the Salt Lake area. Call 964-2464 for more information.
- Toughlove:
The Toughlove, Granger West Valley Teen Support Group, meets weekly to provide support and information to parents to help handle unacceptable adolescent behavior problems - poor grades, drug and alcohol misuse, etc. Call 966-4547 or 967-9481 for weekly locations, times and more information.
- Utah Tenants United:
Utah Tenants United is hoping to provide an effective voice for Salt Lake renters on housing issues. For more information, contact the Community Action program at 359-2444.
- Union Park Toastmasters Club:
The Union Park Toastmasters Club No. 3222 of Toastmasters International meets every Monday at 7 p.m. at 488 E. 6400 South, fourth floor.
The club's objective is to assist members in becoming better public speakers and leaders. Visitors are welcome. Call Tim McClung at 942-0556 for more information.
- Crafters Hollow:
"Crafters Hollow" is a year-round boutique at 297 E. 1300 South, Orem, in Carillon Square, and is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Call 221-1115 for more information.
- Utah Homemakers:
The Utah Homemakers, South Valley Chapter, meet the second Monday of every month at Copperview Community Center. A nursery is available. Visitors are welcome. Call Sharon at 254-6390 for more information.
- Chronic-pain support group:
The Salt Lake Chronic-Pain Support Group meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month, 7-9 p.m. at 2100 S. State, South Building, Room 3009. Call 278-7356 for more information.
- Lupus support group:
A lupus support group meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. each month at the Salt Lake County Government Complex, room 2003. Call Barb at 277-1767 ot 272-9248 for more information.
- Caregivers support group:
A caregivers support group meets every Tuesday, 2-3:30 p.m. , at the Davis County Library South Branch, 725 S. Main, Bountiful. The group is ongoing with no fees. Contact Jean at 292-3131 for more information.
- Grief support group:
A grief support group meets every Wednesday, 11 a.m., at the Golden Years Senior Center, 726 S. 100 East, Bountiful. The group is ongoing with no fees. Call Jean at 292-3131 for more information.
- Salt Lake Practical Shooting Association:
The Salt Lake Practical Shooting Association hosts monthly matches and practice sessions for all shooters interested in IPSC-USPSA (action style) shooting with a pistol, rifle or shotgun.
For more information, call Doug at 580-7836, or Jim at 942-8573, between 6-9 p.m.
- National Scholarship Service:
National Scholarship Service provides a computer database of scholarship and financial aid information with more than 300,000 sources to high school seniors. For more information, call 800-475-3388, ext. 3389.
- Holy Cross Jordan Valley Hospital's programs for pregnant women:
Holy Cross Jordan Valley Hospital has two programs available for pregnant women - an "At Home at Risk" program and a "Young Moms" program. To register for these programs, or for more information, call Donna at 562-4247.
- Free glaucoma/lazy-eye screenings:
The National Society To Prevent Blindness-Utah Affiliate, provides free glaucoma screenings Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1-4 p.m. at 661 S. 200 East. The society is also providing free amblyopia ("lazy eye" blindness) screenings for children. No appointment is necessary. Call 524-2020 for more information.
- Woodcarvers club:
A woodcarvers club for advanced and beginning skills is being formed in the Salt Lake area. The club will meet regularly on the fourth Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at the Woodworking-Unlimited store, 767 E. 7200 South. Call 566-5652 for more information.
- Fathers' grief-support group:
A support group for fathers whose children have died meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at Wasatch Canyon Hospital, 5770 S. 1500 West. For more information, contact Doug Beckstead at 264-9579 or Scott Wilson at 581-0568.
- NACEL seeks host families:
NACEL seeks host families for French, Spanish and Mexican teens for a one-month stay in an area home. Call Carol Peterson at 943-6983 for more information.
- Alzheimer's support group meetings:
Alzheimer's support group meetings are held each month in different areas of the county. Call 596-0308 for more information.
- Free assistance with Medicare/Medicaid:
Need help with your Medicare paperwork? The American Association of Retired Persons has trained consultants who will provide free help through the new MMAP program. Assistance is provided for preparing medical insurance claims, processing doctor and hospital bills, etc. This is co-sponsored by Intermountain Health Care.
For more information on the program, call 269-4200.
- Utah Old-Time Fiddlers:
The Salt Lake Chapter of the Utah Old-Time Fiddlers meets the second Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., at the Wheeler Historic Farm, 6351 S. 900 East. Call 363-2022 or 266-4568 for more information.
- Volunteer CPR instructors needed:
The Salt Lake chapter of the American Red Cross is taking applications for volunteer instructors to teach infant CPR at baby showers. Training will be provided at no cost. Call 562-4222 for more information.
- Speakers bureau:
The Utah Correctional Association Speakers Bureau is available at no charge for panel discussion, presentations and workshops. The bureau features probation officers, juvenile court workers, counselors, therapists and correctional officers. For more information, call Steve Auerbach at 272-8000 or Teague Eskelsen at 533-4008.
- Utah Food Bank program:
The Utah Food Bank has started a new program, "S.O.M.E." (So Others May Eat). The program needs on-call volunteers who will be willing to collect and deliver donated food one night once a month, once a week or one time only. Call Jennifer Turley at 486-2136, or leave a message at 486-2139.
- Silver Spurs equestrian club:
The Silver Spurs, an all-women equestrian club, is accepting applications for membership. Members will compete in parade, drill and gymkhana events.
For more information, contact Janice Klien, Spurs president, at 572-1543, or Cathy Garrett, business manager, 254-3170.
- Overeaters Anonymous:
Overeaters Anonymous meets every Monday and Friday, 10:30 a.m. at the Whitmore Library, 2197 E. 7000 South. Call Gail at 943-4551 for more information.
- Scrabble Club:
Scrabble Club No. 173 meets every Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 10 at Peter Piper Pizza, 2201 S. Highland Drive. All levels of play, novice to expert, are included in the club. New players are welcome.
For more information, contact Jim Fischer at 363-4420 or Mike Stevens at 943-2430.
- YWCA classes:
The Salt Lake YWCA holds classes for mothers, on building healthy relationships, on new beginnings, as well as a teen outreach program. Call 355-2804 for more information.
- National Society to Prevent Blindness:
The National Society to Prevent Blindness sponsors a free telephone service that provides information on vision, eye health and safety. Call 524-2020 for more information.
- Utah Chapter of SIDS Foundation:
The Utah Chapter of the National Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Foundation holds regular monthly support meetings, usually on the third Thursday of every month at the Bryman School, 1144 W. 3300 South.
For more information, call 261-4222.
- New support group:
A new support group for parents of children with mental handicaps meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 455 E. 400 South, No. 300.
The support group is sponsored by ARC-Utah. For more information, call 364-5060 or 539-0431.
- Year-round reading program continues:
The Salt Lake City Library's year-round reading program continues with more free programs.
Call 524-8200 for more information.
- Mother Club of Utah:
The Mother Club of Utah is an organization for mothers with young children at home. It offers recreational play groups at parks, Wheeler Farm, etc., every Wednesday. Educational classes are provided for parents.
For more information, call Sara Parker, 566-6225.
- Holy Cross Breast-Care Lecture Series:
Holy Cross Hospital, 1045 E. 100 South, presents a continuing Breast-Care Lecture series. Events are Tuesdays from 7:30-9 p.m. in the Moreau Auditorium, 1002 E. South Temple.
The hospital also offers crisis-intervention counseling, support groups and exercise classes. Call 350-4000 for more information.
- S.L. Bridge Center schedule:
Here's a schedule for the Salt Lake Bridge Center, 970 E. 3300 South. Reservations are not required, and the cost is $3.50 per session:
Open pairs - Monday at 12:30 p.m., Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. and Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Novice pairs - Monday at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday at 12:30 p.m., Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Handicap games - Thursday at 7:30 p.m. and Friday at 12:30 p.m.
For more information, call 466-4069.
- Reading Room for the Blind:
The Reading Room for the Blind meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon to 3 p.m. at 309 E. 100 South. The service is free, and free transportation can be arranged. Patrons must be 21 or older, visually handicapped and live in the Salt Lake area.
Call 582-4538 or 583-0098 for more information.
- Incest Survivors Anonymous:
Incest Survivors Anonymous meets every Tuesday from 7-8:30 p.m. at Benchmark Family Care Center, 592 W. 1350 South, Woods Cross. The meeting is open to women 18 or older.
- RSDSA support group meetings:
The Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association (RSDSA) support group meets on the third Tuesday of each month at LDS Hospital in the education center, Classroom G. For more information, call 530-3459.
- Nannies from Utah training:
Nannies from Utah is offering free training classes for nannies and prospective nannies each Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. Training covers pertinent child-care topics such as creative activities, family relationships, child development, first aid and CPR.
Please call 485-4445 for space reservation and more information.
- Alzheimer's disease support groups:
The Salt Lake County Department of Aging Services offers support group meetings monthly for sufferers and caregivers. For details, call Jeannine at 596-0308.
- Cancer support group:
The First Unitarian Church sponsors a support group for those who have had or currently have cancer, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., in the church's Teen Center, 569 S. 1300 East. Call 582-8687 or 277-4862 for more information.
- YES needs host families:
The Youth Exchange Service is looking for families to host 15- to 18-year-olds from foreign countries during the next school year. Call 1-800-848-2121 for more information.
- ISE needs host families:
The International Student Exchange program needs host families for foreign exchange students. For more information, call 1-800-233-4678.
- Library hours: Regular hours for most Salt Lake County Library System branches are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday. The hours for the South Salt Lake Li brary are Monday, noon to 9 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and closed Saturday. The hours for Draper Library are Monday through Thursday, noon to 4 p.m., and 5 to 9 p.m.; closed Friday. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 6 p.m.