Calendar of Events

Due to positive tests for the coronavirus across the area and the constant changes still taking place as of our press deadline, please confirm the events and services listed in this calendar are still in place before making your plans to attend or participate. It’s especially important to ensure the safety of your family, loved ones and yourself by practicing safe COVID-19 recommendations.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

THE YELLOW ROSE THEATER 1005 SW 4th Street – 405-793-7779

Elvis – 1950 Rock & Roll Legend Through February 5

TRENT SMITH is in the house with his ELVIS tribute show! Along with the Rip it Up Band! TICKETS ON SALE NOW! CALL 405-793-7779 before this one sells out.

Ray Charles and Dean Martin February 11 - March 5, with special Valentines Day shows February 11 - 14

Two music legends in one fantastic show. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m., pre-show at 7:00 p.m., and main performances at 7:30 p.m. CALL 405-793-7779 for more information or for tickets.

FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART 555 Elm Avenue, Norman, OK 405-325-3272

The University of Oklahoma’s The University of Oklahoma’s Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art is one of the finest university art museums in the United States. Strengths of the more than 20,000 object permanent collection (including the approx. 3,300-object Eugene B. Adkins Collection and the more than 4,500-object James T. Bialac Native American Art Collection) are the Weitzenhoffer Collection of French Impressionism, 20th century American painting and sculpture, traditional and contemporary Native American art, art of the Southwest, ceramics, photography, contemporary art, Asian art and graphics from the 16th century to the present. Temporary exhibitions are mounted throughout the year that explore the art of various periods and cultures.

EXHIBITIONS 108th Annual School of Visual Arts Student Exhibition Through March 20

For the first time, we're bringing you the best in student art a little earlier in the year. The 108th Annual OU's School of Visual Arts Student Exhibition opens on January 27 with an awards ceremony from 7 to 9 p.m. This year’s guest juror is an independent curator and author Jennifer Scanlan. Scanlan reviewed over 150 submissions and selected 70 works from 48 students for the show. The exhibit will be on display through Mar. 20, 2022.

EVENTS Tuesday Noon Concert February 1 at 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday Noon Concerts is a weekly series coordinated with OU's School of Music. These 30-minute concerts occur during the semester in the Sandy Bell Gallery located in the museum's lower level. This week's performance is Leslie Flanagan's Voice Studio.

Tuesday Noon Concert February 8 at 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday Noon Concerts is a weekly series coordinated with OU's School of Music. These 30-minute concerts occur during the semester in the Sandy Bell Gallery located in the museum's lower level. This week's performance is a preview of the opera The Scarlett Letter.

Tuesday Noon Concert February 14 at 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday Noon Concerts is a weekly series coordinated with OU's School of Music. These 30-minute concerts occur during the semester in the Sandy Bell Gallery located in the museum's lower level. This week's performance is Kostas Karathanasis' Computer Music Studio.

Tuesday Noon Concert February 22 at 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday Noon Concerts is a weekly series coordinated with OU's School of Music. These 30-minute concerts occur during the semester in the Sandy Bell Gallery located in the museum's lower level. This week's performance is Mark McCrory's Voice Studio.

OCCC VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 7777 S. May Avenue, OKC – 405682-7579

The Ten Tenors presents “Love Is In The Air” Friday, February 25 at 8:00 p.m.

Returning to Oklahoma City after being warmly accepted by audiences at the OKC Philharmonic, The Ten Tenors are presenting their newest album, Love Is In The Air, making this concert the perfect gift for your Valentine. Bring your friends or loved-one to this dynamic Australian music ensemble for an evening of romantic, soulful ballads and chart-topping pop and rock songs. For more information call 405-682-7579 or purchase tickets at occc.universitytickets.com

The United States Army Field Band and Soldier’s Chorus Monday, February 28 at 7:30 p.m.

FREE CONCERT! The U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers' Chorus presents “America the Beautiful,” a celebration of all there is to love about our nation. Take in unparalleled natural landscapes and meet the warm and welcoming people on a musical and visual journey across our country. We honor the veterans of every generation who answered the call to defend this great land and recognize the Soldiers standing guard today in more than 140 countries around the world who are proud to call America "home." The show is 2 hours, including a 15-minute intermission. For more information call 405-682-7579 or purchase tickets at occc.universitytickets.com. NOTE: All ticketholders should be seated by 7:15 p.m. Unclaimed seats will be released to non-ticketholders at 7:20 p.m. Limit of 4 tickets per household.

FRESH START COMMUNITY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY open the third Thursday of each month, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 309 N Eastern Avenue, West Campus-Family Life Center. Canned and dry goods available. Must be a resident of Moore (please bring an ID).

CELEBRATE RECOVERY Monday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Faith Crossing Baptist Church, 13701 S. Pennsylvania. For more information, contact Nancy at 405514-9990.

PARKS BOARD MEETING Tuesday, February 1 at 6:00 p.m., The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway.

CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION

CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, February 7 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Tuesday, February 8 at 5:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore.

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING February 8 at 7:00 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore. ...................continued on Page 28

MOORE URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, February 14 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, February 22 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

COMMUNITY CONNECTION

ADOPT-A-PET Moore Animal Shelter, S-I35 Service Road. Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., closed on holidays. For additional information call (405) 793-5190.

BIG TRASH PICK UP Moore residents will be allowed two FREE big trash pick-ups a year and one free voucher to the city landfill for each physical address in Moore. Call (405) 793-5070 to schedule your trash pick-up.

CT CLOTHING CLOSET Last Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. CrossTimbers United Methodist Church, 3004 S. Sunnylane, Moore. CrossTimbers UMC Clothing Closet is a place where those in need can find men’s, women’s and children’s clothing along with shoes and accessories. All sizes are available and are free for community members.

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PROGRAM Moore Police Dept. is starting a Neighborhood Watch Program. If you’re interested in helping your neighborhood reduce crime, contact Sgt. Jeremy Lewis, (405) 7934448.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP First Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 2800 SW 131st Street. For more information contact Connie Daniels at 405-703-2300.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER INSTANT CONNECTIONS Wednesday, February 2, 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m South OKC Chamber of Commerce, 701 SW 74th Street. Come network and make some new connections for 2022! This speed networking event is fun and full of energy and will allow attendees to share information about their respective businesses. Attendees are allowed 90 seconds at each table to share information and then move to a new audience and repeat the process. Make sure to bring your business cards and any company swag you'd like to hand out to attendees! The session is free; but a $10 no-show fee applies to any cancellations after January 31, 2022. Instant Connections is limited to the first 36 responders and is a members-only event. For more information contact Elizabeth Awbrey at 405-706-6691 or email elizabethawbrey@southokc.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER SERIOUSLY FUN NETWORKING GROUP Thursday, February 3, 3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Swadley’s BBQ, 11711 South Western. South OKC LOVES networking, especially in February! Our regular meeting date for the Seriously Fun group is on the first Thursday afternoon. Other networking groups include: the Dream Team which meets on the second Wednesdays at lunch time and the Coffee & Commerce group that starts up in January meeting on the third Fridays for breakfast! We always have a round of self-introductions and frequently have special spotlights! For more information call Linda Richardson at 405-473-8008 or email lrichardson@aol.com MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MORNING BUZZ Friday, February 4, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Norman Regional Moore, 700 S. Telephone Road. Please join us for our February Morning Buzz on Friday, Feb. 4, at 8am at the Norman Regional Moore Conference Center at 700 S Telephone Road in Moore. We will hear from Katy Walsh, APRN, a certified nurse practitioner with Norman Regional Health System, who will discuss "Heart Health", in honor of February being American Heart Month. For more information contact Cheryl Patterson at cpatterson@moorechamber.com.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING LUNCH Tuesday, February 8, 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Ray’s BBQ, 1060 SW 4th. Join us for great food and an opportunity to grow your business knowledge, share new ideas and connect with our business community. Each attendee is given the opportunity to present information regarding their business to all in attendance. So, bring your best sales pitch - make it innovative and memorable. For more information contact Cheryl Patterson at cmotley@moorechamber.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER B.Y.O.BBB HAPPY HOUR NETWORKING Wednesday, February 9, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Core4 Brewing Company, 7 North Lee Avenue, OKC. Let’s get reconnected and make new connections at BBB® Serving Central Oklahoma’s Happy Hour Networking, B.Y.O.BBB on February 9th. All businesses and professionals are invited to join us from 4-7 PM at Core4 Brewing Company. Buy a beverage, bring a business friend and let’s get connected at this come-and-go event. A big thank you to our local breweries and Oklahoma Craft Brewers Association for their partnership on this event. For the latest updates on BBB® Serving Central Oklahoma events and programs, follow us on social media, @BBBCentralOK. If you have event questions, email us: event@oklahomacity.bbb.org.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Thursday, February 10, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Nosh, 200 SE 19th. This event is a business networking opportunity for Moore Chamber of Commerce Members. Attendees can make meaningful connections that can result in successful business leads. Food and beverages are served. Check out the Chamber Calendar for the location of the next one! For more information contact Kelly Arnold at karnold@ moorechamber.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Thursday, February 10, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Best Western Saddleback Inn & Conference Center, 4300 SW 3rd Street. Join us for an evening of networking and refreshments! For more information call Elizabeth Awbrey at 405-643-1436 or email elizabethawbrey@southokc.com.

WIN LUNCHEON Friday, February 11, 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Norman Regional Moore Conference Center, 700 S. Telephone Road. Empowering, Impacting and Encouraging women in business and life. Newly formed in 2020, WIN was created to bring the businesswomen of Moore and the surrounding areas together for strength, support, and camaraderie in both business and life. We will do this through events and programs throughout the year. For more in-

formation call 794-3400 or email kbrown@moorechamber.com

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS Tuesday, February 22, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Oklahoma City Community College Visual Performing Center, 7777 S. May Ave, OKC. The Moore Chamber of Commerce will proudly recognize members of the Moore community that reach exceptional achievements in leadership and business growth with an inaugural Chamber "Salute to Excellence" Awards Mixer on Tuesday, Feb. 22, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Visual and Performing Arts Center at Oklahoma City Community College at 7777 S. May in OKC. The Mixer, which will be an annual event, will serve to raise the profile of the businesses and professionals of the Moore area that exemplify the excellence that makes our community worldclass. Individual tickets are $50. For more information, please contact Kelly Arnold at karnold@moorechamber.com.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SALUTE TO EXCELLENCE AWARDS MIXER Thursday, February 17, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Moore Norman Technology Center Campus To Be Determined. This event is a business networking opportunity for Moore Chamber of Commerce Members. Attendees can make meaningful connections that can result in successful business leads. Food and beverages are served. Check out the Chamber Calendar for the location of the next one! For more information contact Kelly Arnold at karnold@moorechamber.com. WIN NETWORKING HOUR Thursday, February 24, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Aria Real Estate, 3110 N. Interstate Dr, Suite 120, Norman. Empowering, Impacting and Encouraging women in business and life. Newly formed in 2020, WIN was created to bring the businesswomen of Moore and the surrounding areas together for strength, support, and camaraderie in both business and life. We will do this through events and programs throughout the year. For more information call 794-3400 or email kbrown@moorechamber.com

P.A.L.S. PROGRAM FOR SENIORS Seniors are assigned to a buddy who will call every day to check on you. Sign up with Sgt. Lewis, Moore Police Dept., (405) 793-4448.

SENIOR CONNECTION

PROJECT RETURN HOME FOR ALZHEIMER’S PATIENTS IN MOORE For information about enrolling a loved one, contact Virginia Guild at (405) 793-4478 or Sgt. Jeremy Lewis at (405) 793-4448.

TRANSPORTATION: • Metro Transit will provide van service for age 60 and older on Tuesdays and Thursdays from the Moore area to Oklahoma City for medical appointments. Call Jackie at (405) 297-2583.

• Moore Council on Aging. Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the city of Moore for errands or appointments. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Call (405) 799-3130 at least one day in advance.

• “Share-A-Fare” for age 60 and over or disabled. Purchase taxi fare at 40% off.