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

YELLOW ROSE THEATER April 23rd-May 8th The Lightmaster, an original play written and directed by Timothy Vanover. Playing on Friday and Saturday evenings. Dinner @ 6:30 p.m. Main show @ 7:30 p.m. CALL NOW 405-793-7779 Tickets are going fast!

FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART Coffee with the Collection April 16 at 9:30 a.m. Grab your favorite cup of coffee and start your morning off right with a delightful look at artwork from the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art. Once a month, these virtual discussions will feature a favorite object from the collection presented by a curator, OU faculty member, or other art professional. With a mix of works currently on view or from the vaults as well as recent acquisitions, you won't want to miss these candid conversations. Friday, April 16th at 9:30 am, Schmuel Shepkaru, Schusterman Professor of Jewish Intellectual and Religious History at the Schusterman Center for Judaic and Israel Studies at the University of Oklahoma, will discuss The Sacrifice of Isaac, by Menashe Kadishman. Coffee with the Collection has partnered with Black Camel Coffee, a new local roaster, to offer a specialty roast that correlates with each month's featured artwork. For Norman residents, Black Camel Coffee will deliver your purchase right to your door at no extra charge. Visit their website to purchase this month's special roast, available the beginning of April. Enter promo code IUWXGS8 for an exclusive 20 % discount and enjoy a taste of art during the program.

Long Exposure – A Century of Pictorialism Now – June 27 Pictorialism, an international photographic movement that emerged late in the nineteenth century in Europe and soon spread to the United States, argued for photography’s status as a fine art through the adoption of techniques and subjects associated with painting. After its invention around 1830, photography was generally believed to objectively depict the natural world. In the early 1840s, however, Scottish photographers David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson began making portraits that period viewers compared to the style of Dutch master Rembrandt van Rijn. By 1870, Henry Peach Robinson, Julia Margaret Cameron, and other British photographers sought to distinguish the medium from science. To that end, they modeled their images after Impressionist paintings, used special filters, and manipulated negatives to achieve a painterly effect. While the movement waned in the 1910s, this exhibition demonstrates Pictorialism’s lasting influence on amateurs, art photographers, Hollywood portraitists, and photographers of the American West. Long Exposure traces Pictorialism’s nineteenth-century beginnings to the present day, when contemporary artists and photographers continue to manipulate photographic images to create new art.

OCCC VPAC THEATER The HillBenders Present: WhoGrass Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. A chronological journey of The Who’s legendary catalog through the wood and wire of bluegrass instrumentation. Framed as a follow-up to The HillBenders 2015 acoustic interpretation of The Who’s TOMMY, WhoGrass now gives audiences a high-energy acoustic twist on the catalog of one of Rock ’n’ Roll’s greatest bands. From the early hits all the way through The Who’s discography, and even a peek into Pete Townshend’s solo career, the rolling banjo, intense dobro percussion, and thunderous vocals have even the biggest Who fans pumping their fists and singing along! Streaming access is available by visiting the Oklahoma City Community College ticket page: occc.universitytickets.com or in-person at the box office at 7777 S. May Avenue. The box office is open 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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). EASTER EGG SCRAMBLE Saturday, April 3, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th Street. Located on the football fields on the east side of the park. Scramble starts at 10:30 am for all ages and abilities. Fields will be divided into age groups with onefield designated for participants with special needs. Bring your own basket for eggs and candy.

CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, April 5 at 6:30 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

MICROCHIP YOUR PET Tuesday, April 6, 9:00 a.m. – Friday, May 28, 4:00 p.m. Moore Animal Shelter at 3900 S. I-35 Service Road. The Moore Animal Shelter will be taking appointments to microchip your pet starting on April 6. Appointments can be scheduled on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and on Wednesdays between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. $10 for microchips and $5 for pet identification tags. Call 405-793-5190 for more information or to set up an appointment.

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

CITY OF MOORE RECYCLING EVENT Saturday, April 10, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Moore Recycling Center, 220 N. Telephone Road. Paper Shredding: 8 a.m. – Noon, Electronics: 8 a.m. – Noon, and Normal Drive-Thru Time: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. TV’s over 32”, copiers and printers will not be accepted. For more information please call (405) 793-4373.

MOORE URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Tuesday, April 13 at 5:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, April 13 at 7:00 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore SPRING 2021 ARTS & CRAFTS MARKETPLACE Saturday, April 24, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Central Park Multipurpose Pavilion, 700 S. Broadway Avenue. Vendors selling handmade items, crafts, and other merchandise. For vendor information email Kasey Dean at kdean@cityofmoore.com or visit https://www.cityofmoore.com/ departments/parks-recreation/marketplace-spring-2021.e

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) 793-4448.

HEYDAY LIVE TRIVIA NIGHT Thursday nights in April 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. HeyDay Upstairs at Revolutions, 3201 Market Place, Norman. Think you know it all? Prove it at HeyDay trivia night. Put your knowledge to the test with 1/2 priced domestics and discounted appetizers while you play!

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MORNING BUZZ Tuesday, April 13, 11:45 a.m. The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway. Kick off your day with our Morning Buzz. Connect & engage fellow participants while also receiving an informative presentation provided by

the host sponsor. Be a part of the conversation. Be in the know. PRESENTER: Liz Shumate, NRHS Outpatient Senior Counseling Service. For more information contact Cheryl Patterson at cpatterson@moorechamber.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER GOOD MORNING COUNTY WITH OKLAHOMA COUNTY SHERIFF TOMMIE JOHNSON III Wednesday, April 14, 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. South OKC Chamber of Commerce, 701 SW 74th Street. Join us for coffee and conversation with our new Oklahoma County Sheriff. A brief update will be given followed by a time for questions. You can also attend this event via Zoom by registering at southokc.com/events. For more information call 405-634-1436.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING LUNCH Tuesday, April 13, 11:45 a.m. 305 W. Main. 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. Cancellation Policy: If you register for an event and do not cancel your reservation at least 24 hours prior to the attend you will be charged, regardless of attendance. RSVP required: $10. For more information email Carole Motley at cmotley@ moorechamber.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER CLAYS FOR KIDS BY CAVETT KIDS FOUNDATION Friday, April 16, 8:30 a.m. Silverleaf Shotgun Sports, 8513 S. Douglas Boulevard, Guthrie. Cavett Kids Foundation is excited to announce its first ever Clays For Kids fundraiser happening on April 16, 2021! Participation in this fun, new fundraiser will include teams of 5 shooters with 50 clays for each team member, a raffle of some awesome items, and a delicious BBQ lunch. The best part? You don't have to search endlessly for ammo because it comes right along with your team entry! $,250 entry fee for a team of 5. Email Hannah Cummins at hannah@ cavettkids.org for more information..

For Moore Chamber of Commerce events – Visit moorechamber.com/events/calendar SENIOR CONNECTION

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.

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.

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Aaliyah Moore Ends High School Career with Top Honor

Ayear ago, Aaliyah Moore and her Lions basketball teammates were still reeling from the collapse of high school sports in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The team had qualified for the state championship round when the coronavirus blew through the state. That lead to the cancellation of that tournament and all other high school activities.

“I never would have guessed that was going to happen,” said Moore. “We lost so much last year when we lost our season. But compared to some of the things that others had to face, it could have been so much worse. These days I’m just thankful that things are better and we’re getting some normalcy back into our lives.”

Even though the Lady Lions didn’t make the state tournament this year, Moore says it was such a joy just to get to play the game she loves so much.

“I’ve got to be honest,” said Moore. “I’m just glad that last year wasn’t my senior year and that we got to play this year.”

Moore says she and her teammates were committed to enjoying every minute of their school year and playing basketball. Embracing a “You Only Live Once” (YOLO) attitude helped her appreciate every moment and not take anything for granted. That, combined with an elite-attitude work ethic, propelled her onto the 2021 McDonald’s High School All America team, one of the highest honors a high school athlete can achieve.

“I was so nervous when we were waiting to find out,” said Moore. “When I saw my name pop up on the screen, I was just jumping around like crazy with my teammates and coaches.”

The level of that accomplishment isn’t lost on Moore, who feels a great deal of pride in representing the state of Oklahoma and Moore High School.

“I understand that this is a huge deal,” said Moore. “I feel like my state and my school has given so much to me that I’m proud to be able to give something back, to be able to say to the rest of the country that we have some great players here in Oklahoma, and I’m blessed to be able to compete against them.”

Moore played most of her senior season with a painful hip injury before finally having surgery in January. She’s ahead of schedule, recovering from the hip surgery that ended her senior season early. In the meantime, she intends to enjoy her final weeks as a high school senior, which includes having a prom.

“We just found out that we’re having a prom, and I’m so excited about that,” said Moore. “I’ve loved my time at Moore High. I have so many great memories from high school, the teachers and counselors who were so wonderful and helpful to me and my teammates, and all the fun we had staying in hotels on road trips. These are things I’ll never forget.”

Now, as her senior year winds down, the University of Texas signee finds herself preparing emotionally and physically for the next step.

“I’m a little nervous about being a freshman because I know there’s a lot that’s tough about your first year in college,” said Moore. “But I’ve always been willing to put in the work, and I’m ready to start doing that and looking forward to learning the ways of Texas.”

ESPN has the Longhorns current recruiting class ranked 4th in the nation. Moore says she thinks the incoming class is better than that and expects great things to happen in Austin over the next four years.

“We’re going to be really good,” said Moore. “I think the sky’s the limit on what we can accomplish, and I know we all believe we’re going to be competing in the Final Four every year. And I definitely think we’re gonna have some rings when it’s all said and done.”

No matter what her career at the University of Texas holds, Moore says she’ll never take for granted her time as a Lion and the pride she feels representing her school and her state as a McDonald’s All-American player.

“I’m just thankful that God gave me the ability and the passion for playing this game,” said Moore. “Having people recognize that is a great thing, but I just love to play the game and represent my hometown and state.”