Calendar of Events

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

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

YELLOW ROSE THEATER Yellow Rose Theater presents Top 40’s Rock Nation Friday and Saturday evenings, through September 5th Yellow Rose Dinner Theater, 1005 SW 4th Street. Featuring Top 40 hits of the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s and starring Michael Cooper, D. Hill, Elizabeth Turner, and Sheila Francisco. Prices ranging from $42-$67. All prices include dinner and the show. Dinner at 6:30 p.m., Pre-Show at 7:00 p.m., Main Show at 7:30 p.m. Call 405-793-7779 for reservations or more information.

FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART A Life in Looking June 24 – December 31

The renowned art historian Dr. Creighton Eddy Gilbert (1924–2011), a scholar of Italian Renaissance art and one of the foremost authorities on Michelangelo, spent nearly seven decades dedicated to scholarship, collecting, and teaching.

In 2005, Dr. Eric Lee, a former student of Gilbert’s and then-director of the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, encouraged his mentor to leave his private collection to the museum. The bequest, 272 objects, spans the fourteenth to twentieth centuries with an emphasis on Old Master prints and drawings from the Renaissance, Baroque, and Rococo periods. Gilbert’s wide-ranging interests are evident in this exhibition, guest curated by University of Oklahoma art history faculty members Dr. Allison Palmer and Dr. Erin Duncan-O’Neill. Through themes of religion, architecture, allegory, portraiture, and humor, A Life in Looking: The Creighton Gilbert Collection explores a collection built on seven decades of expertise by this influential scholar, educator, and connoisseur.

Patrick Nagatani – Nuclear Enchantment August 5, 2021 – January 30, 2022

Over a 40-year career, Patrick Nagatani (1945-2017) created a diverse body of work that pushed the contours of photography. Constant themes of his work include truth in photography, the looping of time back on itself, magic realism, visual joy, apocalyptic moments, atomic bombs, photographic puns, color for healing, and Japanese internment. In Nuclear Enchantment Nagatani continued to fabricate reality as he explored the true after-effects of uranium mining, radioactive mine tailings, missiles, and nuclear waste. In his artist statement, Nagatani wrote, "My intentions are to raise public consciousness about the effects of New Mexico's nuclear industry that continues to grow despite the damage it has already caused and will continue to bring to the state. The series, Nuclear Enchantment, attempts to awaken the many New Mexicans who still believe nuclear power poses no threat and that defense spending promotes the economy. Culturally and geographically connected to New Mexico, it is perceived by the elite powers as a place that can be abused and even reduced to rubble."

CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION

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).

REVIVAL FOR CHRIST PRAISE N MOORE Sunday, August 29th, 6:00 p.m. 1005 SW 4th Street, A free, summer-long community outreach event held on the last Sunday of the month through August.

CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS

THE FARMERS MARKET Saturdays from 8 a.m. to Noon, through August 28 Central Park Multipurpose Pavilion, 700 S. Broadway. shoppers can find a variety of seasonal produce, plants, homemade baked goods, homemade salsa, pretzels, handmade crafts, soaps, lotions and other items for purchase. For more information please call (405) 793-5090. Vendor Information please contact Kasey Dean at kdean@cityofmoore.com

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, August 2 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

PARKS BOARD MEETING Tuesday, August 3 at 6:00 p.m. The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Tuesday, August 3, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Station Aquatic Center, 700 S. Warrant Theater Parking Lot. NNO is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Mark your calendar and join us on Tues, Aug 3rd, 7-9p, in the Warren Theater Parking for a great night of community, free food, and entertainment. NNO enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances. Millions of neighbors take part in NNO across thousands of communities from all fifty states, U.S. territories, and military bases worldwide on the first Tuesday in August. Neighborhoods host block parties, festivals, parades, cookouts, and various other community events with safety demonstrations, seminars, youth events, visits from emergency personnel, exhibits, and much, much more.

SENIOR DONUTS & COFFEE Friday, August 6, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Seniors 55 and up, please join us for free coffee and donuts at The Station Aquatic Center (700 S. Broadway Ave.). Come by and sip some coffee poolside or bring your swimsuit and take a dip.

CONCERT IN THE PARK Friday, August 6, 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Multipurpose Pavilion and Amphitheater at Central Park 700 S. Broadway Ave. A night of free, live music along with food trucks, lawn games, local brewery and fun for the entire family: Food trucks include: Seafood Connect; Blue J's; Newman's Firehouse BBQ; Cutie Pies Concession. The Local Brewery: 405 Brewing Co. Band: Shelly Phelps. Concert in the Park is brought to you by the Pioneer Library System and the Moore Parks & Recreation Dept. For more information about programming or events call the Moore Parks and Recreation Department at 793-5090 or visit www.cityofmoore.com

MOORE URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, August 9 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Tuesday, August 10 at 5:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, August 10 at 7:00 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Tuesday, August 10 at 5:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore MOVIE IN THE PARK Friday, August 13, 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Multipurpose Pavilion and Amphitheater at Central Park 700 S. Broadway Ave. The movie will be The Little Giants (PG) 106 minutes. Concessions will be available on site.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, August 16 at 6:30 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

CONCERT IN THE PARK Friday, August 20, 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Multipurpose Pavilion and Amphitheater at Central Park 700 S. Broadway Ave. A night of free, live music along with food trucks, lawn games, and fun for the entire family: Food trucks include: Dos Gringos, Chef Ray’s Street Eats, Cutie Pies Concessions, and Coit’s Food Truck. Band: One Two Ten. Concert in the Park is brought to you by the Pioneer Library System and the Moore Parks & Recreation Dept. For more information about programming or events call the Moore Parks and Recreation Department at 793-5090 or visit www.cityofmoore.com

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.

COMMUNITY CONNECTION

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

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PROGRAM Moore Police Dept. is starting a Neighborhood Watch Program. If you’re interested in helping your neighborhood reduce crime, contact Sgt. Jeremy Lewis, (405) 793-4448.

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

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING LUNCH Tuesday, August 10, 11:45 a.m. Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main. Join us for great food and an opportunity to grow your business knowledge, share new ideas and connect with our business community. Each attendee is given the opportunity to present information regarding their business to all in attendance. So, bring your best sales pitch - make it innovative and memorable. Cancellation Policy: If you register for an event and do not cancel your reservation at least 24 hours prior to the attend you will be charged, regardless of attendance. For more information contact Carole Motley: cmotley@moorechamber.com. MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EGGS & ISSUES Wednesday, August 18, 8:00 a.m. Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main. Eggs & Issues is the Moore Chamber of Commerce's forum where our business community gathers to discuss business and legislative issues. Cancellation Policy: If you register for an event and do not cancel your reservation at least 24 hours prior to the attend you will be charged, regardless of attendance. For more information email: cpatterson@moorechamber.com

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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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Sabercat Volleyball Coach Amy Serowski Relishes the Road Back to Moore

After graduating from Southmoore High School as the school’s first All-State volleyball star, Amy Serowski’s journey took just about as far from Moore as you can go.

“So, I went to King University in Bristol, Tennessee,” said Serowski, “And I played there for four years. The other thing that happened was that I transitioned to libero, which was a completely different position than I was used to playing.”

The libero is easy to spot on the volleyball court. They wear a jersey that is a different color than the rest of their team. The easiest way to describe precisely what the libero DOES is to think of them as an extended defensive specialist who plays strictly on the back row. As she has at every level of the sport, Serowski sank her teeth into the role and was named All-Conference libero three times.

The switch to libero was also a change that led Serowski to coach the sport she loved to play.

“I never really saw myself as a coach or a teacher, to be honest,” said Serowski. “I’ve always loved playing volleyball, but it seems like everybody in my family coaches volleyball, and I always thought I would do something else.”

Serowski says that when she was selected as a college team captain, she began to spend time going through game film and scouting with their coach. She also found herself paired up with recruits who visited the King College campus. Other players began to come to Serowski for advice when their serve or other parts of their game weren’t working. The final domino fell after she began coaching a club team during her senior year. “I was coaching club just to make some money while I was in college,” said Serowski. “My coach would come to my practices to help out from time to time, and he told me, ‘You have too much great volleyball knowledge to not share with others.”

Serowski says she began to enjoy coaching and quickly fell in love with it, taking a graduate coaching position at Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, North Carolina. She returned home to Oklahoma two years later, arriving in December of 2019, just before the COVID pandemic was ramping up. Shortly after that, she took a job teaching and coaching volleyball at Newcastle.

“I never saw myself as a teacher, ever,” said Serowski. “I majored in business and sports management, so I taught leadership, freshman English, and Senior Capstone at Newcastle. At Southmoore, I’ll be teaching business classes like accounting and fundamentals of technology.”

Being back at the school where her volleyball legacy began is something Serowski says she relishes. She also admits that it feels a little bit strange at times.

“I work with a lot of people who taught me when I was here,” Serowski said. “The soccer coach and I were joking around the other day about how weird

that felt. And Coach George is the AD now. When I was there, he was the wrestling coach, and I was a wrestling manager for one year. So, now they’re my colleagues, and it’s a different kind of relationship. It’s kind of cool, but still a little strange at times.”

The other thing Serowski is relishing is the challenge of leading the Southmoore volleyball program to a higher level of competitiveness. She remembers the days playing for the Sabercats and her mother, Janet Brannon, as head coach. The Sabercats made their first trip to the State volleyball tournament during the 2013 season. That’s the first and only volleyball team from Moore to reach the State tournament. Serowski says it will take a lot of work on the foundation to reach that level again.

“We had a lot of youth programs back then that have dropped off,” said Serowski. “Luckily, the interest in volleyball has grown lately, and I’ll probably have about 60-to-70 kids in my junior high program. We just need to start implementing the skills part of the game and keep them involved in club, camps, or youth leagues, and it will help us become more competitive.”

Away from the court, Serowski is preparing for marriage to her fiancé next year.

“He’s in the Army and stationed down at Fort Sill,” said Serowski. “Right now, he’s in Iraq, so I have a lot of ‘me time,” and I get to focus on my job and career. But I’m really looking forward to him getting back and probably getting a dog soon, too!”

Serowski says she enjoys unwinding by binging on Grey’s Anatomy and The Flash. While she enjoys the DC universe when it comes to television, she prefers Ant-Man and the Marvel movies on the big screen. But she still spends a lot of time strategizing on how to return the Sabercats to the top of volleyball mountain in Moore and Oklahoma.

“It’s strange. I thought I was going to end up in Hilton Head, South Carolina,” said Serowski, “But I guess Sabercat navy’s in my blood! I’m just excited to build on the traditions we’ve had here and grow the program.”