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THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED — The 2024 Westmoore Jaguars turned a normal baseball season into a post-season run for the ages, winning their first state baseball championship since 1994.
SUMMER EVENTS GUIDE
YOUR ROAD TO FUN — It’s here folks, just not on the cover this year. Check out our annual Summer Events Guide and make some plans for you and your family to maximize the summer of 2024.
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
30 YEARS OF SODA POPPIN' — It was also 1994 when Dorothy Mize and her husband decided Moore needed a classic diner, serving burgers and chicken fried steak. Thirty years later, Soda Pop’s Cafe is still going strong.
PARTING SHOTS
GRADUATION
— Take some time to enjoy some of the best photos from this year’s graduation ceremonies for
and Southmoore.
Letter from the Editor
If you picked up our June issue of the Moore Monthly expecting the cover story to be our annual Summer Events Guide, please accept my sincere apologies. You’ll find the guide inside the magazine, but we felt that unique circumstances called for a different cover story.
The Westmoore baseball team turned a good season into a great one with a splendid and magical run through the 6A state baseball playoffs, walking away with the championship trophy. Those who are familiar with high school baseball in Oklahoma understand this is no small accomplishment. It’s also the Jaguar’s first state baseball title since 1994, so we caught up with the coach of the 94 championship team as well.
You’ll also get some insight into two other stellar Moore Public Schools athletes, both of whom won state championships in events that they just started competing in this year.
We are proud of our Moore kids, folks!
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Westmoore Jaguars Take Unique Path to State Title
When you look back over the championship seasons of various athletic teams, they’re almost all filled with some measure of ups and downs. The 2024 Westmoore baseball team’s road to their first state championship in 30 years may have been the most unique and captivating of all.
The team began the school year with plenty of talent and high expectations. However, in October, head coach Andrew McGuire left Westmoore to take the head coach position at Deer Creek. It was an unusual move but one allowed by Moore Public School officials because McGuire and his family lived in the Deer Creek district, and his children attended school there.
Assistant coach Brian Hunnicutt, who stepped up as interim coach, acknowledges that McGuire's departure was a challenge. However, their unwavering faith served as a guiding light, helping them navigate through the storm. He understood McGuire’s decision was a tough one, but he encouraged him to find peace in it, a testament to a deep faith in God.
“I told him to believe that we were both about to be exactly where God wants us,” said Hunnicutt. “I preceded to tell the team
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the same thing when I addressed them for the first time after being named interim head coach.”
Hunnicutt says that in his heart, he believed that God was about to do something special.
“I’m not saying that God cares much about the outcome of a baseball game or season,” said Hunnicut, “But I do believe He cares about His people. When you’re where He wants you to be and you’re doing what He calls you to do, He will bless that and work all things out for the good.”
Eisenhower and then back-to-back shutouts against Edmond North, 4-0 and 3-0. Senior Gage Geiger says there was a moment in the second regional game against North where he felt the momentum change.
“I was on third, and we had a squeeze bunt play called with Deacon Frazee at-bat,” said Geiger. “He squared up to bunt, and I took off for home, but he pulled back, and I turned to run back to third, but their throw ended up in left field, and we scored two or three runs. From that moment on, the energy just seemed to be there for me.”
Working things out would be an appropriate way to describe how the 2024 season unfolded. The Jags finished in third place in District 6A-2 behind very tough teams from Choctaw and Edmond Memorial. They wound up in the regional hosted by Edmond North, a team with top shelf pitching and an 8-7 regular season win over the Jags. The Huskies rolled to an easy win 13-2 win over Westmoore in that opening regional game. That would be the point most teams would pack it in.
Not the Jags.
They responded with an 11-0 win over Lawton
Cavnar and Fallwell add that after the team rallied to those back-to-back wins against Edmond North, the team sensed something special was starting to happen.
Cavnar said, “We all felt like we had the talent to go the distance and we wanted it bad, but it was after we beat North and we were sitting on the bus when we looked at each other, and the feeling was, ‘We’re gonna do this.’”
“The first Edmond North game, I felt like we were just scared to lose,” said Falwell, “But after that, it became ‘win or go home,’ and we loosened up and got on a roll.”
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Boy, did the Jaguars ever get on a roll. Not only did the pitching staff perform well as they advanced through the final brackets to the state title, but the bats also came alive in a big way. Westmoore knocked off Enid 10-0, then followed that up with an 8-1 victory over Stillwater to reach the state championship game against Sand Springs at the Chickasha Bricktown Ballpark.
“I think our success had a lot to do with the way we prepared,” said Cavnar. “I’m a true believe in ‘make the study guide harder than the test.’ And I feel that’s exactly what we did, overpreparing for every little thing.”
Fallwell said the team’s renewed focus after the Edmond North regional gave them a fresh level of confidence.
“We knew we had seen one of the best pitching staffs in the state at Edmond North,” said Fallwell. “We had pretty good success against all three of their guys and that gave us a boost heading into the final week of the playoffs.”
make a run and wanted something visible to show our commitment to each other.”
That “something visible” began with some bleach and ended up with a team of blonde ballplayers.
That confidence was on full display in the state title game. Westmoore gave up an early 3-run homer to fall behind Sand Springs, but never panicked as they rallied in the later innings for a decisive 7-4 victory to claim the school’s first baseball state championship since 1994.
But before the confidence really took hold, these Jaguars had already locked arms as teammates and made a decision to cement their profound team chemistry.
“We were a pretty tight-knit group throughout the year and we decided to do something to show that unity,” said Fallwell. “We were ready to
“We wanted everyone to know that we were all in,” said Cavnar. “There was no going back for us and we were planning to dominate as a team.”
Geiger added, “Especially for our seniors, we didn’t want to go on our last right with normal hair. So whether it ended up bleached or buzzed, we wanted to look identical to show our brotherhood.”
That bond is responsible for adding another state championship trophy to the Westmoore trophy case. The reality of being called a “state champion” continues to settle in for the players. As they have more time to reflect on the view from the mountaintop, they’re embracing the unique journey they’ve been on.
Cavnar said, “It’s just as childhood dream come true for me. Something I’ve thought about since I was about four years old, and I finally did it with the best friends I could ask for.”
“It was sure a long time coming,” said Falwell. “We had some failures along the way and some close calls, but to finally get there and do something you’ve thought about since you were a little kid is pretty special.”
Geiger said, “It still feels a little unreal to me like it hasn’t completely kicked in yet. But I know that there are a bunch of our family members, parents, and uncles who were on the ’94 Jaguar state championship team, and that makes this even cooler to me.”
Rick McIntire was the coach who helped start the Westmoore baseball program in 1989. He’s also the coach of the Jaguar team that won a state championship in 1994.
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“We were in something like seven state tournaments in 14 years,” said McIntire. “Had some really great kids go through our program, but that 1994 team was something special. We had probably six Division 1 players on that team and won every tournament we played in that year. The first five hitters all hit over .400 and they were playing great in the postseason.”
McIntire says that one of the key similarities he recognized in both the 1994 and 2024 state championship teams was their unity.
“That ’94 team was so close knit,” said McIntire. “They really played for each other and if somebody was down a little bit or somebody got a little bit of an attitude, you could count on somebody else to step in and help get your head on straight. And nobody took offense to that.”
It’s that same kind of unity he says was a hallmark of the 2024 team, especially as they got hot in the postseason, at exactly the right time.
“Teams all have their ups and downs during a season,” said McIntire. “It’s hard to put your finger on exactly what causes that, But this team, which played a bit over .500 for the season, Brian got them playing great at the right time.”
In late May, the “interim” was removed from Hunnicutt’s title and he is now THE head baseball coach at Westmoore. He once again turns to his faith in God as the foundation for his
approach to a season that will be remembered as truly magical.
“It’s so hard to explain the ups and downs of a season,” said Hunnicutt. “We just have a bunch of tough, resilient kids who have a lot of trust and faith in each other. Sometimes it just takes a whole season to figure out who you are. But what they are to me is a special group that will always have a special place in my heart.”
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Jaques Claims State Championship in First Year as a Shot Putter
There’s never been any doubt about Libby Jaques's athletic ability. In an age where many are focusing on one activity, Jaques has embraced three highly competitive sports. Softball MAY be the Moore Lions junior’s strongest sport. It’s certainly the one that has drawn the most attention, with Jaques committing to play for Oklahoma State when she graduates next year. She’s also a beast on the Lady Lions basketball team, and she has left her mark on the track team in the 100, 200, and sprint relays.
“I think the biggest thing is that I just love to compete,” said Jaques. “I like being physical and those three different sports all present different challenges. Plus, I love that I’m always meeting new people and competing with different people in each sport.”
As she made the transition from basketball to track in the spring, she decided that taking a crack at the shot put just made a lot of sense.
“Since junior high I’ve always run,” said Jaques. “But one of my main goals is to make the podium at state. I’ve been really strong in softball and I can throw, so shot put kinda made sense.”
That decision turned out to be pretty danged brilliant. In the second week of track season, Jaques broke the Moore High school record with a throw of 46’7”, a throw that’s just two inches shy of the Oklahoma state record. Then at the state meet, she took first place in the 6A Girls Shotput with a toss of 44’4”.
Jaques attributes some of her success to genetics, as her mom and brother were both excellent shot putters. That may be where she gets a lot of that trademark Jaques competi-
tiveness because even with a school record and a state title, she’s nowhere near satisfied.
“I was amazing to win state this year,” said Jaques. “But I was kind of upset that I didn’t get the state record. I’m hoping to get that next spring.”
And as the seasons change, Jacques now turns her attention back to softball.
“I’ll be playing on my travel ball team and doing summer pride workouts,” said Jacques. “ I’m looking forward to playing softball for such a great program as OSU when I graduate, but I’m going to compete and enjoy my senior year, for sure.
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Southmoore’s Rammage Sets State Meet Record with Championship Effort
Sabercat senior Josh Rammage has felt he had a big race inside of himself for a long time. But he admits that even he was a little bit shocked at how well he ran the 800 meters at this year’s state track meet.
“I felt like I was going to run a big PR (personal record),” said Rammage. “And so obviously, I pushed all the way through the line at the finish, but I had no idea I was going that fast, so it was a shock. I looked up at the board, and I was like, ‘Dang, that’s fast!.’”
Rammage’s winning time, a 1:51:35, came as he finished up his first year running the 800m race. For those unfamiliar with the distance, it’s an extremely challenging race. It’s also a race he hadn’t really planned on running this season.
“At the beginning of track season we were running some 200 meter repeats,” said Rammage. “Everyone else was coming in anywhere from 27-to-30 seconds, and I was coming in at like 23 and 24. It just kind of worked out from there.”
If you’re having difficulty making the mental jump on how fast 200 meter times connect to the 800 meter run, Rammage says it’s best to think of the 800 as a really, really long sprint.
“Honestly, it’s just a notch below a sprint,” said Rammage. “Basically, you’re pretty much sprinting for the first 200 meters, then you back off just a little until the next 300, and then you’re sprinting again.”
Complicating matters for Rammage this year was the fact that he was fighting through illness most of the track season.
“To be honest, I was pretty sick through most of the season,” said Rammage. “I was doing ok at every meet I went to, but I guess it’s just from all the cross country training I’ve done along with the speed work I’d been putting in for track.”
Rammage says he finally started to feel normal late in the season and completely healthy by the time regionals came around.
“I had a good lead in the 800 at regionals and I just kind of shut down for the last 200 meters because I didn’t want to get hurt,” said Rammage.
The strategy paid off with a state title and a state meet record one week later. His elite performance caught the attention of some prominent Division 1 track schools, including the University of Arkansas.
“It’s cool to realize that you’ve stepped up to a different level,” said Rammage. “But it’s a huge challenge, too, and a little nerve-wracking. Arkansas has an amazing program and great coaches. So, if I choose Fayetteville, I know there’ll be great support. But I’ve just got to trust the decision-making process and choose a school that has my best interests in mind.”
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Summer
It’s June in Moore, Oklahoma and that means time again for our annual Summer Events Guide.
Our readers are blessed with a wide variety of opportunities and activities that will keep you entertained and fulfilled throughout the next couple of months. Our Summer Events Guide is a great starting point as you make your plans, but we would encourage you to follow us on our social media accounts to keep up with the inevitable changes and additions that will occur over the summer.
Have a safe and fantastic summer, everyone!
CITYWIDE GARAGE SALE
Thursday, June 6 – Sunday, June 9
All day
If you plan on having a garage sale on any of these dates, please visit cityofmoore.com to register. Your registered sale will be automatically added to the list for shoppers to view. You can use your own signage to direct shoppers to your sale. We ask that you pick up any signs used within 48 hours of the end of your sale. To register your sale, visit cityofmoore.com and click on Upcoming Events in the menu. You’ll find a link to the Citywide Garage Sale information there.
SUMMER BEATS AND EATS
Friday, June 7
Central Park Amphitheater and Pavilion, 700 S. Broadway 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Free concert in the park with live music, food trucks, and lawn games.
The band performing will be Deja Blue (Blues and Southern Rock). Food Trucks: Chef Rays Street Eats, Dos Gringos Ca-
bana, Newmans BBQ, Some Like It Tog, Abu Omar Halal, and HTeaO. Beer/Wine: Anthem Brewery and Wildhorse Canyon Farms Winery
CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
Daily - 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, Explore the galleries with the Museum mascots and the Kids Guide! Select which cowpoke and trail you would like to follow and learn more about all the fun and fascinating things at The Cowboy. Join Chester the Scissortail Flycatcher, Hopalong the Jackrabbit, Ma’ii the Coyote and Cisco the Mustang and solve the Cowboy Code. Free for members or with Museum admission. For more information call 405-478-2260 or visit nationalcowboymuseum.com.
MOORE FARM MARKET
Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. – Noon Through September 21
Multipurpose Pavilion – Central Park – 700 S. Broadway
We are excited to announce our partnership with Cleveland County, manager of the Norman Farm Market. The County will be the manager/operator of the Moore Farm Market. More than 20 farmers and ranchers will make up the backbone of this farmers' market. For more information, please contact Cleveland County at 405-366-0674.
DEAD CENTER FILM FESTIVAL
Thursday, June 6 – Sunday, June 9
Oklahoma’s largest and only OSCAR© qualifying film festival returns this summer, and you don't want to miss a moment. The 24TH annual deadCenter Film Festival brings exclusive pre-
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mieres, notorious parties, and engaging panels featuring filmmakers from around the world to Oklahoma City for one unforgettable week: June 8-11, 2023! Passes are available now and going fast. Get yours today! Visit deadcenterfilm.org for more information.
FISHING DERBY
Saturday, June 8
Little River North Pond (NEW LOCATION FOR 2024) 700 SW 4th Street
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (check-in and registration begins at 7:30 a.m.)
Moore Parks and Recreation will host the annual Kids Fishing Derby! Bring your own pole and bait (crawlers, stink bait, shrimp, liver, etc.) The pond will be stocked with catchable-sized catfish. For kids ages 15 and under. All children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Four fish limit per family. You catch it, you keep it! No culling. Register at www.cityofmoore.com/fun or call 405-793-5090 for more information.
FORENSIC NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM OF OSTEOLOGY
Saturday, June 8, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Friday, June 21, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m
Friday, July 19, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 27, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Museum of Osteology, 10301 Sunnylane Road, OKC
Explore what forensic anthropologists, law enforcement, and investigators can learn by examining human skeletal remains. Each table will be assigned a mystery case and through a hands-on investigation, you will learn to “read” the features of a human skull to determine your subjects: age, sex, physical trauma and/or pathology (disease). These are replica skulls from REAL homicides, accidents & suicides. Personal discretion is advised. Ages 16 & Up.
Event Tickets Include: All Day Admission, Private Museum Gallery viewing from 5:30PM-6:30PM, Forensic Program from 6:30PM-8:30PM. Visit www.skeletonmuseum.com from more information. If you purchase less than 4 tickets (1 table), you will be seated with other Forensic Night Guests to solve a case. Please let us know if you are attending with friends who have purchased tickets separately and wish to be seated with them.
DIVE-IN MOVIES
Saturdays – June 8, July 13,
The Station Aquatic Center – 700 S. Broadway 8:30 p.m. - 10:30pm
Join us for a Dive-in Movie at the pool plus concession! This event is held in the lap pool only. All other aquatics areas will be closed. The Station Aquatic Center will close at 7 p.m. for this special event. Tickets can be purchased in person only on the day of the events starting at 12:00 p.m. at The Station Aquatics Center admissions office.
$5.00 per person (300 Max.) Movie-June 8: The Jungle Book (PG-1967)
Movie-July 13: Mulan (PG-1998)
For more information please call (405) 793-5090.
JAZZ IN JUNE
Thursday, June 13 – Saturday, June 15
7:30 p.m.
Andrews Park, 201 Daws Street, Norman
Thursday schedule: 7:30 p.m. – Paul Benjamin, 9:00 p.m. – Oz
Noy featuring Jimmy Haslip and Steve Pruitt.
Friday schedule: 7:30 p.m. – King Cabbage Brass Band, 9:00 p.m. – Sungazer
Saturday schedule: 7:30 p.m. Summer Jazz Collective featuring Vincent Herring, James Carter, Randy Brecker, and Adam Neely, 9:00 p.m. – Something Else!
DADDY DAUGHTER PARTY AT THE POOL
Friday, June 14
The Station Aquatic Center - 700 S. Broadway
6:00 p.m – 8:00 p.m.
The Station Aquatics Center
Tickets are now on sale!
Fee: $10 per person or day of event $15 until sold out. Anyone participating will need a ticket or receipt to enter.
Tickets: cityofmoore.com/fun or at The Station front desk. A date night for daughters to be escorted by any adult figure. There is swimming, dancing, & light snacks. Wear your swimwear and join us for a great evening at the pool.
The Station Aquatic Center will be closing at 4:30 pm for this Special Event
ADULT SWIM PARTY
Friday, June 21
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Station Aquatic Center, 700 S. Broadway
Purchase tickets at The Station Recreation or Aquatic Center
Cost: $10 pre-sale or $15 the day of the event. Ages 21 and up Tickets/ ID is required for purchase and gate entry.
500 per person maximum tickets will be sold for this event and must show ID with the purchase. BEER SALES: 405 Brewing.
FOOD TRUCK SALES: Psycho Taco
No outside drinks or smoking/vaping will be allowed in the Aquatic Center.
The Station Aquatic Center will be closing at 6 pm for this Special Event
For more information please call (405) 793-5090.
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RECYCLE EVENT
(rescheduled date)
Saturday, June 22, 2024, 8:00am - 12:00pm (Drive-Thru Time – 8 a.m.– Noon)
Moore Recycle Center - 220 N Telephone Rd.
Paper Shredding, Electronics (*Will not accept printers, copiers or TV’s over 32”)
For more information, please call (405) 793-4373
CELEBRATION IN THE HEARTLAND
Thursday, July 4
2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th Street
Enjoy one of the largest fireworks show in the state with food trucks, vendors, and activities throughout the day. Fireworks will begin around 9:45 pm and will be set to music. FM 89.7 should carry the music if you are watching from outside of the park. There is no cost to enter the park. Vendor, crafts, and small business sales will be available throughout the park.
Featured bands: G4 Guitar School (3-3:45 p.m.), The Broadcasters (4:30-6:30 p.m.), Jason Young Band (7:30-9:45 p.m.). Food Trucks: Chef Ray's Street Eats; Dos Gringos Cabana; Newmans Firehouse BBQ; Cone Heads; Yum Pig; Kettle Popstar; Whoopie Wagon; Dang Pholicious; HTeaO and City Ice Truck. Breweries: Anthem and 405 Brewing Co. Wineries: Wild Horse Canyon and Native Spirits.
Helicopter Rides: $50 per person
Children’s Tent by Moore Public Library – offers Free Actitivites Activities include Gametime Inflatables (will accept Cash, CashApp, $3lowery64, and Venmo). Inflatable include: Mechanical Bull - $6 for 2 tries Rockwall - $6 for 2 tries
Toxic Combo - $3 for 2 minutes
Cliff Climb Slide - $3 for 2 slides Leaps & Bounds - $3 for 2 tries 30’ Obstacle Course - $3 for 2 times thru Radical Run ABC Obstacle - $3 for 1 time thru Wristbands (All Day) - $20 - does not include the Mechanical Bull
Important Information:
Happy Tails Dog Park Closed: June 29th - July 6th
Buck Thomas Park Closed: July 3rd for vendor set-up
Permitted Items:
- Chairs
- Service Animals (no other dogs allowed)
- Umbrellas
- Coolers*
- Strollers
* Coolers and bags may be searched by event security
Prohibited Items:
- Alcoholic beverages unless provided by an on-site approved city vendor
- Glass containers of any kind
- Drug Paraphernalia / Weapons
- Pets (Dogs are not allowed in the park for this event.)
- Fireworks
- Smoking or vaping
MOM & SON PARTY AT THE POOL
Friday, TBD
The Station Aquatic Center - 700 S. Broadway
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
A date night for sons escorted by any adult figure. Bring your swimwear and enjoy dancing, snacks, and door prizes. Tickets are $10 per person or sold the day of the dance for $15 (until sold out). The Station Aquatic Center closes at 5 p.m. for this Special Event. Call The Station Front Desk for more information at 405-793-5090.
ADULT SWIM PARTY
Friday, July 26
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Station Aquatic Center, 700 S. Broadway
Purchase tickets at The Station Recreation or Aquatic Center Cost: $10 pre-sale or $15 the day of the event. Ages 21 and up Tickets/ ID is required for purchase and gate entry. 500 per person maximum tickets will be sold for this event and must show ID with the purchase. BEER SALES: 405 Brewing. FOOD TRUCK SALES: Dos Gringos Cabana
No outside drinks or smoking/vaping will be allowed in the Aquatic Center.
The Station Aquatic Center will be closing at 6 pm for this Special Event
For more information please call (405) 793-5090.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2024
Tuesday, August 6
Regal Moore Warren Theatre Parking Lot, 1000 S. Telephone Road
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
The “41st Annual National Night Out” (NNO), a unique crime prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW), is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024. We cordially invite you to join us at the Warren Theatre parking lot (1000 S. Telephone Rd). Among the activities scheduled for the evening include Ambulance, Fire, and Police demonstrations. There will also be local vendors and community partners present.
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MOVIE IN THE PARK
Friday, August 9
Central Park Multipurpose Pavilion and Amphitheater - 700 S. Broadway
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Join us for a free movie in the park! Bring your family out to enjoy a flick on a Friday night!
Movie: Migration (PG-2023) Concessions Available On-Site
FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY NIGHT
Friday, August 16
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Central Park Multipurpose Pavilion – 700 S. Broadway
Join us for some live music at our Food Truck Friday Night! A variety of different food trucks right here at Central Park in Moore. Food Trucks and Live Music to be determined.
MOVIE IN THE PARK
Friday, August 23
Little River Park – 700 SW 4th Street
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Join us for a free movie in the park! Bring your family out to enjoy a flick on a Friday night!
Movie: Trolls Band Together (PG-2023) Concessions Available On-Site
MOORE WAR RUN
Saturday, August 24 – 7:30 a.m.
Moore High School, 300 N. Eastern Ave
Now in its 16th year, the Moore War Run 5K supports student initiatives at Moore and Westmoore High Schools in the Moore Public Schools District. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome. Since 1988, Lions and Jaguars have sparred against one another in a race to determine the big cat in town. When it comes to Moore War, rivalries run deep and emotions run high. Each August, alums from Moore and Westmoore, as well as members of the community, put aside their differences to come together for a common cause–current students. Each finisher receives a medal. Junior high and high school athletes will register through their coach. Discounts apply for groups of 15 people or more. For more information visit: moorewarrun.com or email moorewarrun@yahoo.com.
MORE CARS FOR MOORE KIDS
Saturday, August 24
Regal Warren Parking Lot I-35 Service Road
This year there is a name change to acknowledge what the Moore Kiwanis Club is and does for the local community. We are here to serve Moore and the school district. We will also make a
monetary donation to the Children’s Health Foundation as well. You can get the latest information by emailing moorekiwanis@ gmail.com. More information on car registration and sponsorships is available at moorekiwanis.org/cars-for-cures-2/coming-soon/. You can also visit our More Cars for Moore Kids-Car Show Facebook page.
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The Art of Staying Put
It's surprising how much you can learn about your life goals from a quick glance at your internet or phone browser. When engaged in this kind of research, it's easy to justify it as self improvement. But this constant craving for a new, improved life carries a message: that life is not okay just as it is. And this goal-oriented mode of thinking can chip away at our well-being.
The comparison crisis in today's digitally driven culture doesn't help. If it's not the internet, drawing you in, it's social media. The edited highlights of other people's lives become unrealistic benchmarks against which to measure happiness and success. And they are unrealistic: When was the last time you saw a Facebook picture of someone washing the dishes or arguing with their partner? When you see other people with seemingly better lives, jobs, partners, and houses it widens the gap between where you are and where you think you ought to be. The goalposts get moved and you can become dissatisfied with your life by seeing the highlights of the lives of others."
This insatiable wanting has been around a lot longer, than Facebook. This focus on the gap between what is and what is desired is seen as the "doing" mode of mind. It doesn't have to be like this. There is a way to escape the schackles of the doing mode of mind, to let go of this exhausting and insatiable desire for things to be different and to embrace things just the way they are. And it doesn't involve burying your laptop and smartphone. In fact, it involves doing very little - other than noticing when the mind is in this potentially harmful mode and gently escorting the attention to what is happening right now. Cue: the just "being" mode.
1. Notice. The first step to disengaging from the doing mode is to notice when you are caught in its vise-like grip. Unfortunately, one of the key traits of this mental gear is it tends to thrive when you are on autopilot. As such, you can spend long periods of time scrolling through Facebook or daydreaming, without even realizing you are doing it. The more you practice, the more adept you will become at catching yourself in this mode.
2. Come back to the present. When you have caught yourself in "doing" mode, change gear by bringing your mind back to the present. Take five deep breaths and assess what is happening right now.
3. Take a moment of gratitude. Before you go back to your daily activities, use this pause as an opportunity to appreciate what you have in your life.
4. Swap longing for living. Instead of yearning for a happy future, discover joy right now. Every time you catch yourself reaching for your phone to scroll through your social media feeds make a conscious choice to seize the moment and spend the time doing something nourishing - an activity that is guaranteed to make you feel good. Dance around to your favorite song, read a good book, get creative - bake, color, needlepoint, gardening, and wood shop until you feel good.
SENIOR LIVING BY TAMMY C. VAUGHN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, AGING SERVICES INC.
Here are 4 steps to move from "doing" to just "being".
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JUNE 2024
June 3 9:00 a.m. Classic Movie
June 4 10:00 a.m Wii Bowling 12:15 p.m. Genealogy with Jinni
June 5 12:30 p.m. Board Games 1:00 p.m. Afternoon Movie
June 6 11:00 a.m Speaker Jeremy with Global Health 12:30 p.m. Corn Hole
June 7 9:00 a.m Open Art Studio 12:15 p.m. Bingo with Flora 2:00 p.m. Table Tennis
June 10 9:00 a.m Classic Movie
June 11 10:00 a.m Library 10:00 a.m. Wii Bowling 12:15 p.m. Genealogy with Jinni
June 12 12:30 p.m. Board Games 1:00 p.m. Afternoon Movie
June 13 11:00 a.m. Speaker 12:30 p.m. Corn Hole
June 14 9:00 a.m. Open Art Studio 12:15 p.m. Father’s Day Party
June 17 9:00 a.m. Classic Movie 12:15 p.m. Bingo with Scott
June 18 10:00 a.m. Wii Bowling 12:15 p.m. Genealogy with Jenni
June 19 11:45 a.m. Fresh Cobbler 12:30 p.m. Board Games 1:00 p.m. Afternoon Movie
June 20 12:30 p.m. Corn Hole
June 21 9:00 a.m. Open Art Studio 12:15 p.m. Bingo with Terry
June 24 9:00 a.m. Classic Movie
June 25 10:00 a.m. Library with AJ 10:00 a.m. Wii Bowling
12:15 p.m. Genealogy with Jinni
June 26 12:30 p.m. Board Games 1:00 p.m. Afternoon Movie
June 27 10:30 a.m. BP Checks with Inspire Specialty Hospital 11:00 a.m. Speaker Linda with Nutrition 12:30 p.m. Corn Hole
June 28 9:00 a.m. Open Art Studio 2:00 p.m. Table Tennis
Exercise: Mon, Wed, & Fri 10:15
Stretch, Strengthen and Health: Tues. 8:30
Open Art Studio: Fri. 9:30
Chair Yoga: Tues. & Thurs. 10:15
Arm Chair Travel: Wed. 9:00am
Woodcarving: Wed. & Thurs. 9:00 – 11:00
Dominos, Card games, Jig-Saw Puzzles, Pool, Quilting, & Volunteer work to assist the homebound or work is available at the Brand Center.
Moore Council On Aging Bus Service: 799-3130 Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the City of Moore for errands or appointments 8am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday
Aging Services
Monday through Friday
Call & make reservation by 1:00pm. Reservations for meals: 793-9069
Donation for a meal for seniors 60 & above: $2.25
Required cost for guests under 60: $5.00
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New Facility Doubles Behavioral Health Treatment Options for South-Central Oklahoma
The Behavioral Health Center at Porter Health Village will welcome its first patients this June. The state-of-the-art hospital, a joint venture between Norman Regional Health System and Oceans Healthcare, is located at 506 Wellness Way in the Porter Health Village campus.
The Behavioral Health Center at Porter Health Village will provide inpatient and future outpatient mental health services to adults and seniors managing conditions like depression, anxiety, and other behavioral health concerns.
“We’re so excited to be a part of the Norman community and partner with Norman Regional Hospital. Everything is designed for the safety of the patients. From the screws to the doorknobs, to the air conditioning, to the flooring, everything is built with the behavioral health patient in mind,” stated Stuart Archer, Ocean’s Healthcare CEO.
Archer continued, “The behavioral health services in this community will double in capacity and we will be able to offer increased outpatient services as well for the first time in the communities’ history.”
The 48-bed Behavioral Health Center at Porter Health Village more than doubles Norman Regional Health System’s previous inpatient capacity for behavioral health patients. The new, state-of-the-art hospital is focused on the treatment and long-term healing of adults 18 and older, along with dedicated geriatric behavioral health services for adults 55 and older.
“Unfortunately in Oklahoma we do not have many facilities where patients can be provided with mental
healthcare in an inpatient setting. Now, we have this big, new facility that is equipped with the latest and most current technologies [and] furnishings that are available,” shared Farhan Jawed, MD, Chief Medical Officer for the Behavioral Health Center at Porter Health Village.
Dr. Jawed stated the new center is the only one of its type offering comprehensive mental health services in this area of the state.
“Available here, not anywhere else in central Oklahoma.”
New services include inpatient treatment, a forthcoming intensive outpatient program, individual and group therapy, medication management, mental health education, management of medical issues, and family and caregiver support groups.
For more information about the Behavioral Health Center at Porter Health Village, visit behavioralhealthportervillage.com.
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Let the Sun Shine Some Vitamin D into Your Life
Summer is right around the corner, which means warmer weather, a brighter sun, and longer days spent outdoors. This also plays a huge role in our health, specifically concerning vitamin D sufficiency. Vitamin D, also known as the "sunshine vitamin," is produced in the skin upon exposure to sunlight, making summer the prime season for its production! However, despite the endless sunshine, many individuals still struggle with vitamin D deficiency.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, over 1 billion individuals worldwide have a vitamin D deficiency. It has become a major concern for many! Understanding the benefits of summer and its relationship with vitamin D, along with strategic dietary choices, encourages us to prioritize our health during this wonderful season.
Summer's long daylight hours and increased sun exposure offer a wonderful environment for the synthesis of vitamin D for our skin. When ultraviolet B (UVB) rays penetrate the skin, it triggers a series of reactions that eventually produce vitamin D. However, as we all know…
an excessive amount of sun exposure without using proper protection can increase the risk of damaging the skin and increase the risk of skin cancer.
In addition to sunlight exposure, incorporating vitamin D-rich foods into our diet can also allow us to increase vitamin D levels. Fatty fish, such as salmon, mackerel, and sardines, are optimal, natural sources of vitamin D! As well as many fortified foods such as dairy products, plant-based milk alternatives, breakfast cereals, and orange juice. All of these are viable options for individuals when seeking to increase their vitamin D intake. In cases where obtaining sufficient vitamin D from sunlight and diet can be challenging, dietary supplements are available. Vitamin D supplements can provide a convenient means of getting in the vitamin D we need daily. However, it is recommended to seek medical guidance from a healthcare professional before taking additional supplementation because an excess intake may lead to adverse effects.
Not only does vitamin D play a role in our physical health, research shows the potential role of vitamin D in supporting mental well-being, including anxiety management! Studies have indicated that vitamin D receptors are distributed throughout the brain, including regions involved in mood regulation and emotional processing. Also, vitamin D’s anti-inflammatory properties may help lessen neuroinflammation, which has been shown in anxiety disorders.
Studies have found a connection between low vitamin D levels and increased risk of anxiety disorders. Individuals with insufficient vitamin D levels may be more prone to experiencing symptoms of anxiety. So, optimizing vitamin D levels through sunlight exposure, dietary intake, or supplementation may help improve anxiety as well! Therefore, utilizing summer’s abundant rays of sunshine can be a perfect time to absorb the mood-boosting benefits of vitamin D. By prioritizing outdoor activities and absorbing sunlight exposure in moderation, we benefit not only our physical health but also our mental and emotional health. Something most of us could benefit from!
With summer right around the corner, let’s embrace the sunshine and its many benefits for vitamin D synthesis by utilizing sun exposure, dietary choices, and, if necessary, supplementation. Let’s embrace all summer has to offer as a time of relaxation and rejuvenation, but also as a season of nourishment as we spend time in the sun's rays.
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Bourke’s Passion for Helping Others Runs Deep FIRST RESPONDER SPOTLIGHT
Jeni Bourke's 20 years of experience as an EMT began when she watched the old William Shatner television show Rescue 911 in the 1990s
“I was just enthralled by that show,” said Bourke. “The idea of helping people in need, in the middle of pressure-packed situations, was just something I loved. Also, my family always pointed out that I was the one who was calm under pressure.”
It seems that “under pressure” is also an apt way to describe Bourke’s entry into the world.
“It was Groundhog Day in 1978, and I was almost delivered in my grandparent's driveway,” said Bourke. “My father lost his eye training for Vietnam, so we had to keep the lights dimmed. I was born in the dark, and there was no scale at the hospital, so they weighed me in a meat locker at the grocery store across the street.”
With an origin story like that, it’s no surprise that Bourke’s path led to the world
of EMTs. Her family moved to Oklahoma around 1989 and then to Norman in 1994 so her father, an airplane broker, could be near the FAA center for work. Bourke graduated from Norman North High School in 1996 and set her sites on working in the medical world.
“I actually did my senior paper on EMSSTAT,” said Bourke. “I had aspirations to work here very early on. I ended up becoming a dual paramedic, which is the highest level of pre-hospital care. That allows me to do things like start IVs, push medications, read EKGs, and a few other things that EMTs cannot do.”
If it sounds like Bourke is a sort of Navy Seal or Army Ranger level of EMT, you’re not far off the mark. However, Bourke says her passion for achieving the highest level of EMT certification is more about her compassion for others.
“I think my overall compassion for people is what led me here and keeps me here,” said Bourke. “It doesn’t matter who, what, when, or where…I’m going to be there for you when you need me. Whether you’re my friend, a family member, or a patient, you can count on me at a moment’s notice, and I think that’s true for all the EMSSTAT staff.”
The overall family atmosphere at EMSSTAT and Norman Regional also plays a huge role in Bourke’s long, local career.
“These guys are my second family,” said Bourke. “I’ve been with them through thick and thin. We know each other’s deepest, darkest secrets. The family culture is one of the greatest things about this place, and we’re always here for each other.”
Outside of her work as an EMT, Bourke loves to teach people of all ages and officiate at weddings. She says those things keep her pretty busy, but her work as an EMT is definitely at the core of what keeps her energized.
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Greg Waddle
Training Coordinator, Workforce and Economic Development
Greg Waddle has over forty-four years of diverse professional background in occupational safety, and health practice. During his initial sixteen years, he worked for the Oklahoma Department of Labor – OSHA Consultation Division. During his tenure with ODOL-OSHA Consultation, he served in various positions such as Safety Consultant, Trainer/Monitor, Assistant Director, Director, including Acting Labor Commissioner when assigned.
For the last twenty-eight years at MNTC-BIS, he has worked with private industry & public sector employers, employees, labor unions, professional groups, and other Technology Centers. Working with these various clients to ensure workers’ safety & health through proactive, customized program development and training. He also works with the OSHA Outreach Training Institute to host in-state training, and education for safety & health professionals.
MNTC Leads the Way on Safety and Environmental Training
Can you tell me a little about the history of MNTC's safety and environmental training program?
In 1983, when the Oklahoma Department of Labor created and implemented the Oklahoma Asbestos Control Act, they selected Moore Norman Technology Center as the first and only Career Tech School in Oklahoma to be an EPA-accredited training center for all levels of Asbestos Abatement.
In 1988, the Oklahoma Department of Labor created an opportunity to include all Career Tech Schools with funding for Safety Training and Safety Plan Developments. The training and development services were made available at no to little cost for all employers and employees in the state of Oklahoma. This same funding mechanism helped to establish the Workers' Comp Fraud Unit at the State Attorney General Office and enhance the Oklahoma Department of Labor - Public Employee Safety & Health (PEOSH) Division.
However, this funding mechanism was removed in 2015. Career Tech's services still exist because employers and employees have experienced their value and success. USDOL/OSHA recognizes the value of Career Tech training and directs many employees to utilize our services.
Why is safety and environmental training such a critical part of a business's success?
It's proven that at least 88% of workplace injuries are caused by "Unsafe Acts," 10% of workplace injuries are caused by "Unsafe Working Conditions," and 2% are caused by "Acts of Nature." Unsafe Acts can be controlled with qualified training, Unsafe Working Conditions are physical hazards/violations such as machine guarding, fall arrest systems, and electrical & fire safety. Acts of Nature, as we all know in Moore, can be tornadoes, and now in parts of the state experiencing earthquakes.
MNTC's safety and environmental training program appears to be unique compared with most of the school's other offerings. Can you elaborate on the things that make it unique, particularly the on-site training aspect?
Most, if not all, Career Tech Schools provide occupational safety training. What makes MNTC unique is our EPA Accreditation and excellent relationships with the business community and clients.
What areas of safety training does MNTC offer?
MNTC provides all OSHA-mandated training and customized training for the client's specific needs.
How can MNTC help businesses avoid OSHA or PEOSH penalties and/or citations?
MNTC can provide information to Private Industry and are required to comply with all OSHA requirements and State Government Agencies mandated requirements.
How does a business or individual access MNTC's safety training?
Call or email Greg directly at
or greg.waddle@mntc.edu .
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Soda Pop’s Café: Consistency Keeps Customers Coming Back for 30 Years
It’s been 30 years since Donna Mize and her husband opened Soda Pop’s behind a big peacock farm. Those three decades of service to customers have been marked by a menu that is high quality and consistent, with favorites like their award-winning burgers and chicken-fried steak.
Earlier this year, Mize sold the popular restaurant to long-time co-workers Josh Allen and Jeremy Cottrell. At the heart of the decision to sell to Allen and Cottrell was the commitment the two men have to staying the course.
“We’ve been talking about this with Donna for a couple of years, actually,” said Allen. “And at the heart of all those conversations was the commitment that Jeremy and I have to keeping all the things that our customers love about Soda Pop’s in place.”
ADDRESS: 1020 SW 119th Street
PHONE: (405) 692-7677 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/p/ Soda-Pops-100063818602778/ HOURS: Monday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday: Closed
Cottrell wholeheartedly agrees with that basic business philosophy.
“The thing that our customers appreciate is that we haven’t changed anything,” said Cottrell. “The chicken-fried steak, the chicken-fried chicken, the burgers…we make all of it the way we always have, even when prices were going crazy following COVID, we stuck with the high quality, and that means people know what they’re getting when they come in.”
And people come into Soda Pop’s in droves. In a world where restaurants come and go, Soda Pop’s has been welcoming returning and new customers since 1994. Allen has worked at the restaurant for 29 years and Cottrell has been on the team for 17 years. That’s a ton of experience that is stacked up in favor of keeping the popular place firmly locked in the “local favorites” category.
“I remember living in Moore and driving by this place 29 years ago,” said Allen. “About two weeks later, I was looking through the want ads and saw they were hiring. I was 22 years old at that time, and I’m still here today because I love it, and I love the people we work with.”
The menu, décor, and music of Soda Pop’s have been consistently great over the 30 years the restaurant has served locals. Cottrell remembers hearing about Soda Pop’s from his cousin 17 years ago, then applying for a job the very next day.
“I started out as a dishwasher and worked my way up,” said Cottrell. “I met my wife here, too. She was working as a waitress when I first started.”
It’s that kind of foundation and history that can give Soda Pop’s regulars the confidence that one of their favorite restaurants is in great hands, especially in a world where conglomerates and faceless executives make changes without much concern for the impact on local residents.
“We have a great menu and a great core of people,” said Allen. “You’ll see the same faces and have the same great food every time you walk through our door. That’s our promise.”
Cottrell adds, “Everybody here is like family to us, and that includes our customers. We’re excited to see where the next 30 years take us.”
Wherever that road leads, customers will not only find their favorites cooked the same way they’ve always been prepared, but they’ll also be able to enjoy onion burgers, grilled pork chops, country-fried chicken salads, and special dessert items. Allen and Cottrell also recommend folks follow Soda Pop’s on social media to keep up with their plans to celebrate 30 years of business in July.
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
Many virtual programs require signup in advance with a valid email address. Go online to www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org/calendar for more information and the most current schedule of upcoming events.
Monday, June 3, 1:00 p.m. – Behind the Story: Author Talk with Matt Shindell
Tuesday, June 11, 6:00 p.m. – Book Discussion on The Trade Off Thursday, June 13, 7:00 p.m. – Behind the Story: Author Talk with Freida McFadden
Thursday, June 20, 1:00 p.m. – Behind the Story: Author Talk with Tiffany Jewell
IN–PERSON PROGRAMS
Moore
Public Library,
225 S. Howard Ave.
Saturday, June 1, 14, 10:30 a.m. – Creativity Unleashed: Family Art
Monday, June 3, 10, 17, 24, 9:30 a.m. – Kick-Start Kindergarten
Monday, June 3, 10, 17, 24, 11:00 a.m. – Kick-Start Kindergarten
Monday, June 3, 10, 17, 24, 4:30 p.m. – Creativity Unleashed (5-7 years, 8-11 years)
Monday, June 3, 10, 17, 24, 6:30 p.m. – Get Moving with All Levels Yoga
Tuesday, June 4, 11, 18, 25, 10:30 a.m. – Preschool Story Time (3-5 Years)
Tuesday, June 4, 4:30 p.m. – Connection Corner: Tumblers and Tote Bags (10-13 years)
Wednesday, June 5, 12, 25, 10:30 a.m. – Rhythm Babies (0-18 months)
Thursday, June 6, 20, 10:30 a.m. – Early Explorers
Friday, June 7, 10:30 a.m. – Yoga with Alpacas
Friday, June 7, 6:00 p.m. – Oklahoma City Museum of Art
Wednesday, June 12, 6:30 p.m. – Connection Corner: Textile and Fiber Arts (Adults)
Thursday, June 13, 10:30 a.m. – Music Connection
Friday, June 14, 10:30 a.m. – Build It!
Friday, June 14, 6:00 p.m. – Hip Hop & Breakdancing Basics
Tuesday, June 18, 4:30 p.m – Sensory Explorers
Tuesday, June 18, 5:00 p.m – Connection Corner: Knit Together
Thursday, June 20, 6:00 p.m. – Connection Corner: Asian Pop Culture
Friday, June 21, 10:30 a.m. – Science Summer Fun with Dragons
Thursday, June 27, 10:30 a.m. Music Connection
Thursday, June 27, 2:00 p.m. – USA Taekwondo
Friday, June 28, 10:30 a.m. – Spaghetti Eddie in Concert
Thursday, June 28, 6:00 p.m. – USA Taekwondo
Saturday, June 29, 10:30 a.m. – Sensory Explorers: Mud Day (Moore Library Community Garden)
Southwest OKC Library, 2201 SW 134Th Street, OKC
Monday, June 3, 10, 2:00 p.m. – Oklahoma City Museum of Art
Monday, June 3, 10, 17, 24, 4:30 p.m. – Get Moving with Tae Kwon Do for Kids
Monday, June 3, 5:30 p.m. – Creativity Unleashed: Button Pins
Tuesday, June 4, 10:30 a.m. – Family Story Time (All Ages)
Thursday, June 6, 4:30 p.m. – Extreme Animals
Thursday, June 6, 13, 20, 27, 6:00 p.m. – English Language Learners
Friday, June 7, 21, 28, 2:00 p.m. – Connection Corner: Board Games
Saturday, June 8, 10:30 a.m. – Early Explorers: Mermaids vs Pirates
Tuesday, June 11, 25, 10:30 a.m. – Music Connection
Wednesday, June 12, 10:30 a.m. – Early Explorers: Mermaids vs Pirates
Thursday, June 13, 4:30 p.m. – Science Museum Oklahoma
Thursday, June 13, 6:30 p.m. – Book Discussion with SOKC Library
Thursday, June 13, 7:30 p.m. – Fandom Trivia
Friday, June 14, 5:00 p.m. – Local Author Alley
Friday, June 14, 6:00 p.m. – Local Author Panel
Saturday, June 22, 10:30 a.m. – Family Story Time (All Ages)
Wednesday, June 26, 6:00 p.m. – Creativity Unleased: Crochet Amigurumi
Thursday, June 27, 6:30 p.m. – Creativity Unleashed: Wood Burning
Saturday, June 29, 10:30 a.m. – Creativity Unleashed: Jewelry Making
SOUTH LAKES PARK, 4210 SW 119th Street, OKC
Friday, June 7, 14, 21, 28, 9:00 a.m. – Connection Corner: Wildlife Walks
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Rooftop Garden
Author: Danna Smith Illustrator: Pati Aguilera
Sung By: Holly Turton Publisher: Barefoot Books
Reviewer: Elaine Harrod, Children’s Library Associate, Moore Public Library, Pioneer Library System
The topic of this book is building a community garden, and it just so happens that staff and customers at the Moore Public Library are ALSO building a community garden. This book is a celebration of coming together to make a place where people can enjoy each other and grow food.
We hope to bring people together and enjoy food! The words in this book are also lyrics to a song. It is really awesome to be able to use the QR code to start the accompanying song, sung by Holly Turton. You can access the song by visiting www.barefootbooks. com/rooftopgarden
Another fun surprise at the end of the book is eight panels with eight steps for growing a garden. This makes it simple for beginners. The book also has additional non-fiction elements that show kids what the six stages of plant growth look like.
To visit the Moore Public Library Community Garden, just stop by the library. We will be happy to show you where it is and you can tour the garden and enjoy! We will also have programs in the future that will allow customers to utilize the space. We have a pizza/salsa garden, a raised sensory plant garden, and a variety of plants and sensory elements for children and adults to enjoy!
The 2024 Summer Learning Challenge has also started, so feel free to visit our website and sign up and start earning prizes as well as free books. SLC runs May 1 through August 15. Participants will earn points by logging reading time and learning activities. Participants complete SLC when they earn 1,000 points. Earn books and prizes as you read and learn. For information about SLC and other library events, visit pioneerlibrarysystem.org.
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
THE YELLOW ROSE THEATER
1005 SW 4th Street
Shades of Motown
June 7 – July 13
Don't miss your opportunity to see "Shades of Motown", June 7th - July 13th!
Starring D.Hill and the Motown 5 with very special Guest Tasha Sanders! You will hear hits from the Temptations, Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, The Supremes, and more! Call the box office right now to make your reservations at 405 7937779!
Time Warp: Top Music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s
July 26 – August 24
Your award-winning Yellow Rose Dinner Theatre Presents "Time Warp: Top Music of the '60s, '70s, and '80s!” Tickets are on SALE NOW! 5 Star Dinner, Dessert, Drink, and show are all included in one low ticket price! CALL NOW at 405-7937779 and enjoy the show!
CHURCH
& SPIRITUAL CONNECTION
FIVE LOAVES FOOD PANTRY
Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sundays, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. 291 W. Main Street – the Northeast Door. Or by appointment: call 405-7946671 (Moore First United Methodist Church).
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 405-514-9990.
CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, June 3 at 6:30 p.m.
Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore
PARKS BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, June 4 at 6:00 p.m.
The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway
URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY
Monday, June 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING
Tuesday, June 11 at 5:30 p.m.
Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Tuesday, June 11 at 7:00 p.m.
Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, June 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore
MOORE FARM MARKET
Saturdays through September 21, 8 a.m. to Noon
Central Park Multi-purpose Pavilion, 700 S. Broadway. We are excited to announce our partnership with Cleveland County, manager of the Norman Farm Market. The County will be the manager/operator of the Moore Farm Market beginning May 2024. More than 20 farmers and ranchers will make up the backbone of this farmers' market. Moore Farm market is currently fully
booked with a waiting list for vendors. Vendor applications are closed until later in the season when we will reopen to allow in additional farmers and ranchers. Feel free to contact the Cleveland County Market Manager for information about the vendor waiting list: Tara McClain, 405-366-0674 or email TMcClain@clevelandcountyok.com.
MOORE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1979 REUNION
Saturday, June 22, 6:30 p.m. to Close Libby’s Café (Upstairs), 111 N. Main Street, Goldsby, OK. Join your old classmates for a night of laughter, reminiscing, and reconnecting. Live entertainment begins at 9:00 p.m. Music by Yogi Motion Entertainment prior. Food and drinks available for purchase. Cover charge: $15 per person – Cash only – pay at the registration table. No credit or debit cards. Dress code is casual and comfy. To register, email: moorelions1979@gmail.com. For Silent Auction donations contact Pam Calzaretta at: pzaisd@yahoo.com
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.
AMERICAN LEGION MOORE POST 184
207 SW 1st Street, Moore, OK. 73160.
Monthly Membership Meetings: 7:00 p.m. (Every 2nd Tuesday of every month). Post is open for business Tuesday and Thursday afternoons 12:303:30 p.m. VA Certified VSO on-duty to serve all veterans and their families with VA Claims. 'No Veteran Left Behind' Tel: (405) 794-5446
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.
DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE
Meetings on Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Moore Public Library, 225 S. Howard Ave., For more information email Josh Turzanski at josh@dbsaok.org.
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.
OKLAHOMA PARKINSON’S ALLIANCE SUPPORT GROUP
First Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
(no meeting in July)
13200 S. May Ave. For more information contact the Oklahoma Parkinson’s Alliance at 405-810-0695.
MOORE ROTARY CLUB MEETING
Weekly on Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main St. Moore Rotary Club meetings are held weekly. At our meeting, we aim to have fellowship and fun, enjoy a good meal and listen to an interesting speaker as well as communicate activity updates to members. There are membership fees associated to Rotary International. Come visit at least once and we’ll be happy to discuss membership options. Rotary International is an international service organization whose stated purpose is to bring together business and professional leaders to provide humanitarian service and advance goodwill and peace around the world. It is a non-political and non-religious organization. For more information, contact Dee Ann Gay at 405-300-6202.
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405 BUSINESS CLUB
Weekly on Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Toby Keith’s “I Love This Bar & Grill”, 1199 S. Service Road. Here members learn more about each other's businesses and pass referrals between members of the group, all while building friendships, camaraderie, and eat lunch. Meetings are open to visitors looking to find a networking group to join, however; we only allow one business per business category. So before you choose to come, please check out our membership and determine if there is an open seat for you & your business in our group.
NORMAN NEWCOMERS MEETING
Second Monday of the month, 10:00 a.m
At First Christian Church, 220. S. Webster. You don’t have to live in Norman to join in. The December 11th program will feature the Childrens Choir from All Saints Catholic School. For more information contact Susie Orsenigo at 561-914-0771.
THE MOORE TIPS CLUB
Weekly on Thursdays, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Business and Networking meeting, every Thursday, 12:00 p.m. at Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill, 1199 SS I-35 Service Road. A small but effective business networking group, empowering others through valuable and trusted recommendations. We strive to build each member’s business. Have a question about our business referral group, or want to see if we match your specific needs? Join us on Thursdays from 12pm – 1pm in Moore, Oklahoma @ Toby Keith’s. See the map for location! Send us a message or call one of our members! We're always happy to connect with new businesses! For more information visit mooretipsclub.com.
MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CANDIDATE MEET & GREET
Tuesday, June 4
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
First United Bank, 420 SW 6th Street. Get to Know Your Candidates! You're Invited to Our Candidate Meet and Greet Event! Join us for a special opportunity to meet the candidates vying for House District 53, Cleveland County Clerk, Cleveland County Court Clerk, Cleveland County Sheriff, and Cleveland County Commissioner in our upcoming election. Meet the Candidates: Get to know the individuals running for [specify the office or position]. This is your chance to connect with them on a personal level, learn about their backgrounds, and understand their motivations for seeking public office. Free to attend, however we do request RSVP as space is limited. For more information contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 or email kbrown@moorechamber.com.
SOUTH OKC CHAMBER SERIOUSLY FUN NETWORKING
Thursday, June 6, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pub W. 10740 South May, Suite 101. This is one of the Chamber's networking groups. The Seriously Fun Networking meets for happy hour on the first Thursday of each month at one of the Chamber-member places of business. We always have a round of self-introductions and will begin having a few MINI-spotlight speakers. Pre-register on the Monday Morning Memo OR chamber's online calendar so that we can prepare appropriately! For more information, contact Jamie Crowe at 405-634-1436 or email jamiecrowe@southokc.com.
TASTE AT THE BLESSED STANLY ROTHER SHRINE
Thursday, June 6, 2024, 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Blessed Stanly Rother Shrine, 700 SE 89th Street, OKC. We are thrilled to extend an invitation to you for an extraordinary evening this summer at the shrine. Please join us for TASTE: at the
Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine, a unique culinary experience designed to delight your senses and foster community spirit, all in support of a noble cause. Prepare your palate for a sumptuous meal catered by Swadley’s, featuring succulent steak, loaded baked potatoes, crisp green beans, and a sweet finale of peach cobbler. We will be serving a selection of spirits, complemented by a special gift of a Glenn Cairn glass for each attendee. This exclusive event is designed for those over the age of 21, as we will be serving liquor in a casual and rustic outdoor setting that promises both relaxation and refined enjoyment. Our goal for the night is to raise $50,000 to support the general operating funds of the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine, ensuring its continued ability to serve as a beacon of faith and community. For more information visit www.rothershrine.org or contact Christi Jeffreys at 405-438-0310 or by email at: cjeffreys@rothershrine.org.
MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FIRST FRIDAYS GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
Friday, June 7, 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main Street. Join us for coffee and an informal Q&A with various state and local government officials. No cost to attend. Registration is required. For more information contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 or email kbrown@ moorechamber.com.
MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING LUNCH
Tuesday, June 11, 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Louie’s, 1601 S I-35 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. To make sure that the restaurant is fully prepared for our arrival, if you plan on
attending, we will need you to register. Thank you. For more information contact Amy Lee at 405-794-3400 or email alee@moorechamber.com.
MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CARDS & COFFEE
Thursday, June 13, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Living Roots Chiropractic, 2300 N. Broadway. 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 Tish Norman at 405-794-3400 or email tnorman@moorechamber.com.
SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Thursday, June 13, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
First United Bank, 10731 S. Western Avenue, OKC. It's 5 o'clock at First United Bank and we're cookin' out and coolin' off with cold beverages. Join us June 13, 5 - 7 p.m., for some summer fun, some incredible give-a-ways, and be prepared for some Back Yard fun and games! For more information contact Elizabeth Fox at 405-634-1436 or email elizabethfox@ southokc.com.
MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS UNWIND
Thursday, June 20, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
HeyDay Entertainment, 3201 Market Place. Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main Street. 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. This event is free for Moore Chamber members. For more information contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 or email kbrown@moorechamber.com.
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SOUTH OKC CHAMBER COFFEE & COMMERCE NETWORKING
Friday, June 21, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine, 700 SE 89th Street. Join us for our Coffee & Commerce networking! We have a round of self-introductions plus opportunities for free-style networking with other business professionals. We meet on the 3rd Friday morning of each month. Free to attend. For more information, contact Jamie Crowe at 405-634-1436 or email jamiecrowe@southokc.com.
MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WIN NETWORKING HOUR
Tuesday, June 25, 4:00 p.m – 5:00 p.m.
Eide Bailly LLP, 3501 24th Avenue NW, Ste 201., Norman. 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. Free for Chamber members. For more information contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 or email kbrown@moorechamber.com.
SOUTH OKC CHAMBER BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS
Thursday, June 27, 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
NMotion in the YFAC Sports and Human Performance Center, 2201 Trae Young Drive, Norman. Join us for a morning of coffee and networking at NMotion in the YFAC Sports and Human Performance Center! Learn more about NMotion: NMotion Sports and Human Performance is proud to provide an opportunity for athletes – current, past, or future – to take a holistic approach to their health and wellness, in order to optimize performance not only in sports, but also in life. Our collaborative methods
integrate nutrition, exercise, lifestyle, and stress management to establish new routines for better health. For more information contact Elizabeth Fox at 405-634-1436 or email elizabethfox@ southokc.com.
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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ACTIVITIES & CLASSES
This is a partial list of schedules, activities, and classes available through the Moore Parks & Recreation department. You can find something of interest for everyone by visiting Moore Parks and Recreation website at: https://www. cityofmoore.com/departments-divisions/parks-recreation or by calling The Station front desk at (405) 793-5090
SUMMER SWIM
The Station’s swim lesson curriculum emphasizes proper swimming technique and water safety, all while having a blast at The Station. Swim lessons available are Parent/Child, Preschool 1 & 2, Youth Levels 1–4, and our highly sought-after Private Lessons. Classes are 30 minutes. When: June 3 – August 1
Where: The Station Aquatic Center Times:
9–9:30 a.m. – Private, Parent/Child, Preschool 1, Youth 1 & 2
9:40–10:10 a.m. – Private, Parent/Child, Preschool 2, Youth 2 & 3
10:20–10:50 a.m. – Private, Preschool 1 & 2, Youth 1 & 3
11–11:30 a.m. – Private, Preschool 1 & 2, Youth 2 & 4 AGES: 6 months–14 years old Fee: Group Weekday $40 Group Weekend $30 Private/Semi-Private $90 (Must register in person.) Call 405-793-5090 for more information.
GROUP
Session 1 - June 3-13
Session 2 - June 17-27
Session 3 - July 1-11
Session 4 - July 15-25
Session 5 - July 29-Aug. 1
PRIVATE
Session 1 – June 3-6
Session 2 – June 10-13
Session 3 – June 17-20
Session 4 – June 24-27
Session 5 – July 1-4
Session 6 – July 8-11
Session 7 – July 15-18
Session 8 – July 22-25
Session 9 – July 29-Aug. 1
SUMMER CAMPS AT THE STATION
SUMMER GOLF CAMP
For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her golf skills, work hard, make new friends, and have fun.
When: June 3 - June 7
Where: Earlywine Golf Course
Time: 9am - Noon
Ages: 9 - 12 years
Fee: $95
Registration: Through June 2 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: Earlywine Golf Course, 11600 S. Portland Avenue, OKC
SUMMER TENNIS CAMP
For any youth aged athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. In this camp, participants will learn the ins and outs of tennis!
When: June 3 - June 7
Where: Buck Thomas Park Tennis Courts
Time: 9am - Noon
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Fee: $95
Registration: Through June 2 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: Buck Thomas Park Tennis Courts, 1903 NE 12th Street, Moore
SCIENCE LAB CAMP
This camp is specifically designed to engage children’s attention to the wonders of science. Participants will learn about science in a hands-on environment while engaging in fun science labs all while making new friendships along the way!
When: June 3 – June 7
Time: 1 - 4pm
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Fee: $95
Where: The Station Recreation Center
Registration: Through June 2 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S. Broadway, Moore
JUNE BASKETBALL CAMP
Description: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun.
Instructor: Coach Scott Hodges
When: June 10 - June 14
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S. Broadway, Moore
Ages: 6 - 12 years
Time: 9am - Noon
Fee: $95
Registration: Through June 9 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Center
SUMMER SOCCER CAMP
For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her soccer skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun.
When: June 10 - June 14
Where: Buck Thomas Park Soccer Fields Time: 9am - Noon
Fee: $95
Ages: 6 - 12 years
Registration: Through June 11 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th Street, Moore
MAGIC CAMP – PURPLE WAND
Hurry and sign up for magic camp before all of the spots disappear! Participants will learn about cool magic tricks and illusions from a real magician!
When: June 10 - 14
Time: 9am - Noon
Ages: 6-12 years
Fee: $175
Registration: Through June 13 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S Broadway, Moore
JUNE VOLLYEBALL CAMP
For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. In this camp, participants will learn a variety of volleyball skills!
When: June 17 - June 20 (4 days)
Where: The Station Recreation Center Time: 9am - Noon
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Fee: $95
Registration: Through June 19 at cityofmoore.com/fun
EXTREME ANIMALS CAMP
Get ready for a wildly entertaining experience! Get up close and personal with a variety of cute animals, creepy crawlies, and more! Participants will also create crafts related to those specific animals.
When: June 17 - June 21
Time: 9am - Noon
Fee: $125
Ages: 6-12 years
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S Broadway, Moore
Registration: Through June 21 at cityofmoore.com/fun
JUNE: YOUTH ART CAMP
Youth Art Camp is so much fun! The only thing that would make it better is YOU! Each day kids will be able to create beautiful art projects using a variety of materials and supplies that they will be able to take home with them! Don’t miss out on this week of fun!
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LESSONS AT THE STATION AQUATIC CENTER
When: June 24-28
Time: 9am - Noon
Ages: 6 -9 years
Fee: $95
Where: The Station Recreation Center
Registration: Through June 23 at cityofmoore.com/fun
5 DAY PICKLEBALL CAMP
Pickleball. The game with the funny name is the fastest-growing sport in the US and a great way to introduce your child(ren) to fun, athletic competition. Pickleball is the ideal first sport for kids. The game is easier to play than tennis -the racquet is shorter, the court smaller, and the ball slower. While combining elements of tennis, ping pong, and badminton, children often have an early appreciable satisfaction with pickleball— greater contact with the ball, longer rallies, and the gratification of quickly excelling at a new sport.
When: June 24-28
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S. Broadway, Moore
Fee: $95
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Time: 9am - Noon
Registration: Through June 23 at cityofmoore.com/fun
SCIENCE LAB CAMP
This camp is specifically designed to engage children’s attention to the wonders of science. Participants will learn about science in a hands-on environment while engaging in fun science labs all while making new friendships along the way!
When: July 8 – July 12
Time: 1 - 4pm
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Fee: $95.00
Where: The Station Recreation Center
Registration: Through July 7 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S. Broadway, Moore
DIY KID CRAFT ROBOTS
Come and tinker with us! In this fun-filled class, kids will be able to make their own mini robots out of common household
items. Each week kids will be able to take home their projects and show off what they created!
When: Mondays in July (July 8, July 15, July 22, July 29)
Time: 6-7pm
Ages: 6-9 years
Fee: $30.00
Where: The Station Recreation Center
Registration: Through July 29 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S. Broadway, Moore
ERUPTION: A VOLCANO EXPERIENCE
3…2…1… Come and join us as we countdown to Eruption week! This class is EXPLODING with excitement! You don’t want to miss out as we make our very own volcanoes!
Week 1: Kids will make the base out of paper and tape
Week 2: Kids will make the structure out of paper and glue
Week 3: Kids will paint their volcanoes
Week 4: ERUPTION WEEK!When: Tuesdays in July 9 (July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30)
Time: 6-7pm
Ages: 6-9 years
Fee: $30.00
Where: The Station Recreation Center
Registration: Through July 9 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S. Broadway, Moore
MAGIC CAMP – GREEN WAND
Hurry and sign up for magic camp before all of the spots disappear! Participants will learn about cool magic tricks and illusions from a real magician!
When: July 15 - 19
Time: 1 – 4pm
Ages: 6-12 years
Fee: $175
Registration: Through July 14 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S Broadway, Moore
SUMMER 2-DAY BASKETBALL SKILLS CAMP
Description: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun.
When: July 18 – July 19
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S. Broadway, Moore
Ages: 6 - 12 years
Time: 9am - Noon
Fee: $40
Registration: Through July 17 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Center
EXTREME ANIMALS CAMP
MULTI-GENERATIONAL SMART PHONE TECH
Do you need a little help with your smart phone? From QR codes to Bluetooth to screenshots, sometimes things can get a little confusing. In this multi-generational class for Boomers and Gen-X'ers, participants will begin to have a better understanding of how to use their smartphones.
When: July 19
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S. Broadway, Moore
Ages: 44+
Time: 6 – 8pm
Fee: Free (advance registration required to attend)
Registration: Through July 18 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Center
ART CAMP
Come and join us for a week of fun as we explore our creative side! All week long we will be making art projects that allow us to be expressive and show how beautiful our artistic side can be!
When: July 22-26
Time: 9am - Noon
Ages: 6 -9 years
Fee: $95
Where: The Station Recreation Center
Registration: Through June 23 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Are you ready for an experience of a lifetime? If so, come and join us as we get up close and personal with Extreme Animals. Campers will get to hold and interact with a variety of different animals. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
When: July 22 – July 26
Time: 1 – 4pm
Fee: $125
Ages: 6-12 years
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S Broadway, Moore
Registration: Through June 21 at cityofmoore.com/fun
SUMMER 2-DAY VOLLYEBALL SKILLS CAMP
For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. In this camp, participants will learn a variety of volleyball skills!
When: July 25 – July 26
Where: The Station Recreation Center
Time: 9am - Noon
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Fee: $40
Registration: Through July 24 at cityofmoore.com/fun
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MAGIC CAMP – ORANGE WAND
Hurry and sign up for magic camp before all of the spots disappear! Participants will learn about cool magic tricks and illusions from a real magician!
When: July 29 – August 2
Time: 9am - Noon
Ages: 6-12 years
Fee: $175
Registration: Through July 28 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S Broadway, Moore
SUMMER 3-DAY BASKETBALL SKILLS CAMP
Description: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun.
When: July 31 – August 2
Where: The Station Recreation Center, 700 S. Broadway, Moore
Ages: 6 - 12 years
Time: 9am - Noon
Fee: $60
Registration: Through July 30 at cityofmoore.com/fun
Where: The Station Recreation Centersic. Zumba Kids helps develop a healthy lifestyle and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children’s lives by making fitness fun.
PROGRAMS AT THE STATION
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Parents, do you need a night off? Enjoy a night to yourselves while your kids have a blast at The Station! Children can enjoy activities such as arts & crafts, board games, video games, and free play on an exclusively reserved basketball court before finishing the night off with a movie. Pizza will be served for dinner, along
with a surprise treat for dessert. When: First Friday of the month (unless otherwise noted)
Time: 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: The Station Activity Room (7-12 years old) / Child Watch Room (3-6 years old*)
700 S. Broadway Ave.
Ages: 3-12 years
Fee: $20 for Passholders / $25 for Non-Passholders
Registration Type: Parents can register online or in person up until the day prior to the event.
Registration: Through March 14 at www.cityofmoore.com/fun
Upcoming: February 2
*Children must be potty-trained to attend. Drop-off begins at 6 p.m., and children must be picked up by 10 p.m.
Parents will incur a $30 charge for any late pick-ups.
For more information, please call 405793-5090.
Club of Moore MooreRotary.org We meet every Wednesday at noon at the Moore Chamber of Commerce at 305 W Main St, Moore. Contact Club President, Carla Krueger at (405) 413-4008 or President Elect, Aleta Wheelbarger at (405) 659-7224. The Moore Rotary Club served meals at the Senior Brand Center.
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