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 The Lightmaster - an original play. April 22nd-May 21st TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Call 405793-7779.

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

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 Ascendant Webinar Through August 14

The decades following World War II were rife with change on a global scale, no less so for Native American artists at the University of Oklahoma. For this exhibition we consider the Native art students enrolled at OU from 1946-1954 as the “second generation” of Native artists in the legacy of the University, following in the footsteps of the Kiowa Six. These students came to OU at a time of political, social, and personal transformation. Amid such pressures as the Indian Termination Act, relocation programs, the rise of student civil-rights movements, and eventually the Red Power movement (which has roots at OU), this generation of Native artists made strides toward self-determination. Artists turned to ancestral philosophies of art-making to represent their identity, celebrate heritage, and assert individual artistic agency. During this period Native art was becoming increasingly accepted as “fine art.” Institutions like the Philbrook Indian Annual and various schools and art markets were developing toward Indian self-expression and identification—in part because of the influence of the artists who were trained at OU during the postwar decades. This generation of artists is notable as teachers and leaders, whose resounding influence on the vast field of Native American art is felt to this day.

The exhibition explores the context in which this remarkable group of students came to OU, presents their development as artists, and demonstrates their legacy. Curators for the exhibition include instructor Dr. Alicia Harris and student curators Meagan Anderson, Danielle Fixico, Chris Tallbear, Olivia von Gries, and Nathan Young. This exhibition was made possible with generous support from the Mellon Foundation.

EVENTS Tuesday Noon Concert April 5 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 JP Murphy’s Piano Studio.

Tuesday Noon Concert April 12 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 Chamber Music.

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

. Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Founded in 1970, Denver-based Cleo Parker Robinson Dance leverages the universal language of dance and physical movement to honor African American heritage and to give voice to the voiceless. The ensemble performs a dynamic body of works rooted in ethnic and modern dance traditions worldwide.

This program will include an opening dance piece called Fusion by Jeanguy Saintus. Followed by The Making of The Four Journeys documentary, ending with The Four Journeys dance piece. There will be a Q & A session at the end.

The Four Journeys is a new work conceived by Amalia Viviana Basanta Hernandez, artistic director of Ballet Folkórico de Mexico. It examines the confluence of culture in Mexico — from its diverse, indigenous heritage to the more recent influences of European, African, and Asian infusions. This work features a collaboration with Japanese video mapping artist Taketo Kobayashi.

The presentation of The Four Journeys and the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble is made possible by the New England Foundation for the Arts' National Dance Project, with lead funding from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

This is a free event. Complimentary tickets required for entry. Maximum of 4 tickets per househould. For more information call 405-682-7579 or purchase tickets at occc.universitytickets.com

The Bald Soprano – A One Act Play Wednesday, April 6 – Saturday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m.

THE BALD SOPRANO is a one act play that follows two couples over the course of an evening at the Smiths’. During the evening the local Fire Chief stops by and joins the two couples taking turns in telling nonsensical stories for the evening’s entertainment. OCCC’s production of THE BALD SOPRANO leans into the ideas highlighted in the genre, Theatre of the Absurd. Ionesco’s play is a critical examination of social conventions, expectations, and niceties with a comedic opinion on the nature of small talk in our Western culture. Ionesco seems to suggest that the ways in which people engage in small and/or surface level conversation are futile and ridiculous. Tickets are $10 for general admission. For more information call 405-6827579 or purchase tickets at occc. universitytickets.com

Mingus Big Band Tuesday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m.

Celebrate the 100th birthday of jazz great, Charlies Mingus. The Mingus Big Band celebrates the music of the composer and bassist, Charles Mingus, who died in 1979. Under the artistic direction of Sue Mingus, the 14-piece Mingus Big Band tours extensively in the United States and abroad, and has eleven recordings to its credit, six of which have been nominat-

ed for Grammy Awards. This is a free event. Complimentary tickets required for entry. Maximum of 4 tickets per househould. For more information call 405-682-7579 or purchase tickets at occc.universitytickets.com

An Evening with Renée Elise Goldsberry Friday, April 29 at 8:00 p.m.

Hamilton star Renée Elise Goldsberry performs selections from Broadway hits including Hamilton, Rent, and The Lion King, plus songs by Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan and more! For more information call 405-682-7579 or purchase tickets at occc.universitytickets.com

FRESH START COMMUNITY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY open the third Thursday of each CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION 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. CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, April 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broad-

way, Moore

CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS

PARKS BOARD MEETING Tuesday, April 5 at 6:00 p.m.

The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway. URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY Monday, April 11 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. BroadBOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Tuesday, April 12 at 5:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore.

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, April 12 at 7:00 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

PET MICROCHIP EVENT Tuesday, April 5 – Friday, April 29, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Moore Animal Shelter, 3900 S I-35 Service Road. $10 Microchips and $5 Personalized Pet ID Tags also available. The Moore Animal Shelter will be taking appointments to microchip your pet starting on April 5. APPOINTMENTS SCHEDULED: Tuesdays - Friday; 9:00am - 4:00pm. By Appointment Only. No Monday or Saturday appointments available. Call (405) 793-5190 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

EASTER EGG SCRAMBLE Saturday, April 9, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th Street. The Easter Egg Scramble begins at 10:30 am at the Buck Thomas Park Football Fields. Separate fields for different age brackets, including a field for special needs children. Bring your camera to get pictures of your kids hunting for Easter Eggs. Lots of candy (but no guarantees of candy for every participant). Parents are asked to bring a basket or sack for their child and to refrain from helping them search for eggs. For more information visit cityofmoore.com or call 405-793-5090. SPRING RECYCLE EVENT Saturday, April 30, 8:00 am. – 12:00 p.m.

Moore Recyling Center, 220 N. Telephone Road. Paper Shredding and Electronics: Printers, copiers & TV's over 32" NOT accepted. DEA National Prescription Take-Back Event: The Moore Police Department will be at the recycling event accepting your unused or expired prescription drugs. For more information visit cityofmoore.com or call 405-793-4373.

SPRING 2022 MARKETPLACE Saturday, April 30, 9:00 am. – 3:00 p.m.

Central Park Multipurpose Pavilion, 700 S. Broadway. Vendors selling handmade items, crafts, and other merchandise. For more information visit cityofmoore.com or call 405-793-5090.

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 comNEIGHBORHOOD 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.

GOOD MORNING COUNTY WITH OKLAHOMA COUNTY ASSESSOR LARRY STEIN Tuesday, April 5, 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

South OKC Chamber, 701 SW 74th Street. Join us for coffee and conversation as we hear from Oklahoma County Assessor Larry Stein. The new year brings new features from the Oklahoma County Assessor's office including online filing, new video teaching tools, and more.

For more information call Elizabeth Awbrey at 405-643-1436 or email elizabethawbrey@ southokc.com.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING LUNCH Tuesday, April 12 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Jet’s NY Slice, 2024 S Service Road. 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 Carol Motley at cmotley@ moorechamber.com.

COMMUNITY CONNECTION

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS Wednesday, April 13, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Costco, 2651 S. Telephone Road. 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! Kelly Arnold at karnold@ moorechamber.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER INSTANT CONNECTIONS – HOSTED BY WALKER COMPANIES Thursday, April 14, 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. South OKC Chamber, 701 SW 74th Street. This fun and energetic ninety-minute networking event is in a roundtable format and will allow attendees to share information about their respective businesses. Attendees are allowed ninety 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 or any company swag you'd like to hand out to attendees! Instant Connections is limited to the first 36 respondents and is a members-only event. For more information call Elizabeth Awbrey at 405-643-1436 or email elizabethawbrey@southokc.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Thursday, April 21, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. HarborChase of South OKC, 10801 S. May Avenue. Join us for an evening of networking and refreshments! For more information call Elizabeth Awbrey at 405-6431436 or email elizabethawbrey@ SOUTH OKC CHAMBER EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION BANQUET Tuesday, April 26 Moore Norman Technology Center – South Penn Campus, 13301 S. Pennsylvania Avenue. The 2022 Excellence in Education Banquet will be held on April 26, 2022, at Moore Norman Technology Center - South Penn Campus. We would like to invite you to join us for a special evening featuring dinner, entertainment, and the presentation of awards and scholarships. If you would like to join us for this event, please call the Chamber office to purchase your tickets. To apply for scholarships and view nomination deadline dates, please visit: southokc.com/education-award/. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Elizabeth Awbrey at elizabethawbrey@southokc.com or (405) 634-1436.

WIN LUNCHEON Tuesday, April 26, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Glamoore Salon & Boutique, 101 NE 1st Street. 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 SENIOR CONNECTION

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.

P.A.L.S. PROGRAM FOR SENIORS Seniors are assigned to a buddy

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