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COVID-19 has swung like a wrecking ball through events and activities since it arrived on the scene in March. But there are still signs of normal life to be found in our annual Fall Events Guide!

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT CTT SALON + EXTENSION BAR: The rise of the “social media influencer” has become a nightmare, presenting an impossibly perfect physical image that women are struggling to reach. This new salon is standing in the gap for women in the area by helping them rise above the unreal images to find a reality that empowers them.

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VETERAN/ARMED FORCES SPOTLIGHT MOORE AMERICAN LEGION’S 75TH ANNIVERSARY: American Legion Post 184 was formed ¾ of a century ago, and has been providing service and recognition to veterans since their inception. In this month’s issue we share more about the Post’s beginnings and what they’re doing for veterans in 2020 and beyond.

BAM SPORTS STAYING NORMAL: The Moore Public School district has gone to extraordinary lengths to keep students across the district involved in extracurricular activities. The district’s athletic director talks about the challenges of keeping kids safe and still in competition.

8 Letter from the Editor 19 Entrepreneur’n Moore

What to do When Uncertainty Steals Your Self-Confidence

20 Chamber Spotlight

Family Makes Smart Business

22 Business Building Blocks

MNTC'S Q&A with Kim Brown from the Moore Chamber of Commerce

24 Taste Local

Yaqui's Brings Authentic, Home-Cooked Mexican Fare to Moore

28 Calendar of Events 31 Healthy Moore

Flu Season and COVID lead to a "Twindemic"

30 Healthy Moore

Fall Back into a Healthy Routine

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33 Children's Book Review How the Cookie Crumbled

33 Crossword Puzzle Autumn Fun in Moore

34 Pioneer Library System Calendar 36 Brand Senior Center Calendar 37 Senior Living A Place to Be

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Letter from the Editor ctober is typically the gateway to fall and the holiday season. And for that reason, our annual Fall Events Guide is typically packed with events and activities for the entire family. Needless to say, COVID-19 has thrown a big-time wrench into all of the normal holiday plans. We've already seen the cancellation of two of Moore's most popular October events: the Red Ribbon Parade and Haunt Old Town. Fortunately, there are still some great activities to choose from...along with standard trick-or-treating! You'll find a selection of those in this issue with the obvious caveat: keep checking back on the event before you go. In the year 2020...EVERYTHING is subject to change!

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OVID-19. Murder hornets. Zombie hurricanes. Historic wildfires. The year 2020 year has taken an unprecedented toll on all of us.

All these things mean that we have some trepidation as we attempt to pull together our annual Fall Events Guide. All of these events were still on schedule when we sent the Moore Monthly to print in late September. Frankly, you’ll want to double-check before attending any of the events listed in this year’s guide. There are a couple of cancellations that have already been announced: the organizers of the Moore’s Red Ribbon Parade and Haunt Old Town have notified the City of Moore that they intend to cancel this year’s events, both scheduled for October 31st. The annual Mummy & Son Halloween Dance has also been cancelled. And there are also rumors 10 | MOORE MONTHLY | OCTOBER 2020

floating around that the City of Moore is “cancelling” Halloween. OK. Take a breath, friends. Halloween has not been cancelled. Here’s the official statement from the City of Moore regarding Halloween: “The City of Moore intends to observe Halloween on Saturday, October 31st. Door to door trick-or-treating is an option for any resident to participate in and, as of now, there are no restrictions from the City. As with everything, should conditions change regarding public health, the City could suggest a different protocol for residents and participants.” With all these things in mind, we present to you a somewhat limited guide to events throughout the area for the next month or so. But even as we offer this guide to you, we are tapping you on the shoulder and reminding you, “These things may change!”

CITY OF MOORE/THE STATION AT CENTRAL PARK 700 Broadway Avenue, Moore, OK COVID INFORMATION: Standard COVID restrictions apply based on City of Moore mandates. DRIVE IN MOVIE: HOCUS POCUS Central Park – 700 S. Broadway Friday, October 2 8:45 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Join us for our first-ever Drive-In Movie featuring the classic Hocus Pocus. Start time around 8:45 pm with concessions on site. $5.00 per car- Limited to 120 cars. For more information call Moore Parks & Recreation at 405-793-5090 or visit www.cityofmoore.com/departments/parks-recreation CENTRAL PARK FALL ARTS & CRAFTS MARKETPLACE Central Park Multipurpose Pavilion– 700 S. Broadway Saturday, October 3 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Join us for our first-ever Drive-In Movie featuring the classic Hocus Pocus. Start time around 8:45 pm with concessions on site. $5.00 per car- Limited to 120 cars. For more information call Moore Parks & Recreation at 405-793-5090 or visit www.cityofmoore.com/departments/parks-recreation LITTLE RIVER TRAIL OF HORRORS PRESENTS: Throwback Thrillers Little River Park – 700 SW 4th Street Friday, October 30 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Cost: $8 per person Jason, Michael, and Freddie may be seen on one of the scariest nights in Moore! Come take a walk on this 1/3-mile haunted trail where people will see scenes and scary people from some of the most chilling movies of the past. Only the strong will survive. Come join us Friday night and find out if fear lives within you. Trail of Horrors Volunteers Needed: If you are energetic and looking for some fun, then bring your best scare tactics to our Trail of Horrors. You must be at least 14 years of age. Call 793-4413 and ask Kasey for more information.

YELLOW ROSE THEATER 1005 SW 4th Street, Moore, OK COVID INFORMATION: Servers and staff required to wear masks. Food servings have been individualized. Patrons are not required to wear masks. Social distancing will be based on attendance. BROADWAY LIGHTS! Friday & Saturday Nights through October 3 Broadway Lights, featuring music from some of the Best Tony Award Winning Performances of all Time! Staring Michael Cooper, Mr. Dee Hill, Mr Broadway Gary Parks. And SPECIAL GUEST Shelia Francisco. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Preshow at 7:00 p.m. Main Show at 7:30 p.m. Prices range from $42 to $67 and include dinner and the show For more information call 405-793-7779. MARTIN & LEWIS October 9 and 10 Martin & Lewis are back with all the laughs, the fun, the music, and much more. One of the most popular shows at the Yellow Rose returns for the autumn. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Preshow at 7:00 p.m. Main Show at 7:30 p.m. Prices range from $42 to $67 and include dinner and the show For more information call 405-793-7779. ELVIS LIVE October 16, 17, 23, and 24 The King is back in the house with Mr. Trent Smith! Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Preshow at 7:00 p.m. Main Show at 7:30 p.m. Prices range from $42 to $67 and include dinner and the show For more information call 405-793-7779.

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THE NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN HERITAGE MUSEUM 1700 NE 63rd Street, OKC, OK COVID INFORMATION: Standard COVID restrictions apply based on Oklahoma City mandates. KIDS TAKE OVER THE COWBOY: Día de los Muertos Saturday, October 3 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Día de los Muertos is a Mexican festival celebrated every year from October 31 – November 2 in commemoration of deceased friends and family members. Create a colorful sugar skull rock, a unique twist on a holiday tradition. Make tissue paper marigolds and papel picado, colorful symbols of the holiday, and enjoy storytime. Free for members or with Museum admission. All activities available while supplies last. FALL BREAK DROPIN ACTIVITIES: Fall Tree Finger Painting Thursday, October 15 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Create a Fall foilage masterpiece using just your hand. Drop by and participate in family-friendly activities. Create a different make-and-take craft each day. No reservations required and activities are available while supplies last. Free for Museum members or with Museum admission. FALL BREAK DROP-IN ACTIVITIES: Beaded Pumpkin Monday, October 19 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tis the season of pumpkin-spiced … crafts? Make your own seasonal gourd with beads and pipe cleaners. Drop by and participate in

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family-friendly activities. Create a different make-and-take craft each day. No reservations required and activities are available while supplies last. Free for Museum members or with Museum admission. OKLAHOMA HOMESCHOOL DAY Friday, October 23 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The National Cowboy Museum in Oklahoma City has planned an exciting day of learning and exploring in the new outdoor playscape. Come see this new Outdoor Education Experience, an interactive, multi-cultural space that introduces the American West through science, technology, engineering, arts, math and citizenship in an immersive hands-on, minds-on environment. Liichokoshkomo’ (the Chickasaw phrase for “Let’s play”) shares all aspects of our diverse Western heritage. This cultural meeting place will encourage children and families to explore Western heritage by examining differing viewpoints and historical perspective. The Museum hopes to impart an understanding of how to learn from the past; setting children on a path of constructive reflection, discovery and life-long learning. NOTE: REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, BUT YOU CAN BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST BY CONTACTING GRETCHEN JEANE AT 405-4782250, EXT. 277. CHEROKEE CULTURAL CELEBRATION Monday, October 26 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. In partnership with the Cherokee Heritage Center in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, the National Cowboy Museum presents a Cherokee Cultural Celebration. Students will experience a variety of social-distanced activities related to 19th century Cherokee culture and lifestyle. Hands-on participation in Cherokee games will be presented. Demonstrations in traditional crafts will show the unique Cherokee lifestyle of this time period. Other activity stations will introduce children to period toys, the Cherokee language and storytellers sharing Cherokee lore. Museum galleries and Liichokoshkomo’ grounds are open for self-directed tours. Free admission to the Museum and Cherokee Cultural Celebration for students and chaperones (1 per 7 students). Suitable for grades K – 8. Limited space provided to eat lunch. The event will be held rain or shine; a rain plan is established to allow the students to still enjoy many of the stations. Space is limited, so reserve a spot

OKC SCAVENGER HUNT: WILD WESTERN ART Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker, OKC, OK COVID INFORMATION: Standard COVID restrictions apply based on Oklahoma City mandates. Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Cost: $11 per person Oklahoma's largest city blends together Wild West and Fine Art. On this fun-filled Oklahoma City scavenger hunt, make a loop around the city center in search of storied buildings, pretty canals and wondrous sculptures. How many bricks does it take to build Bricktown's ballpark? What does the Myriad Botanical Gardens' resident monkey like to eat? Find out on this scavenger hunt of Oklahoma City! This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required.

HAUNT THE ZOO Oklahoma City Zoo, 2101 NE 50th Street, OKC, OK October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 26, 31 and November 1 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Trick-or-Treat Bag (Members) $6 Trick-or-Treat Bag (Non-members) $7 COVID INFORMATION: Standard COVID restrictions apply based on Oklahoma City mandates. This trick-or-treating tradition is celebrating its 37th year! Haunt the Zoo brings families together for daytime, Halloween fun in a safe environment. Discover 27 themed booths along the trick-or-treat trail, perfect for photo ops! Zoo admission and official trick-or-treat bags are required to participate. Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Explore the Zoo and enjoy contact-free trick-or-treating on the candy trail! Advanced tickets are required and capacity is limited to ensure social distancing

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AN AFFAIR OF THE HEART State Fair Park, OKC, OK COVID INFORMATION: Booths will be socially distanced. Face coverings required for staff, vendors, and attendees. Social distancing requested. Sanitizing stations will be available. Friday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sunday, October 23-25 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday Cost: $10 includes unlimited re-entries throughout the weekend. Kids 12 and under free. Oklahoma State Fairgrounds (Oklahoma Expo Hall, Centennial, Pavilion, and Modern Living Buildings) For more information visit: aaoth.com The three-day shopping event is in its 35th year and features unique, one-of-a-kind and often handmade items from jewelry and handbags to furniture, clothing and gourmet foods. It is a rare opportunity to shop for housewares, clothing, jewelry and more from artists, craftsmen and independent retailers from across the country in one place.

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Troxell's desire to help women regain their footing led to CTT Salon + Extension Bar's opening. She says that passion has been with her since high school, but she's just been a little late coming to the game. "I've always loved doing hair," said Troxell. "I had toyed with the idea of going to hair school right out of high school but ended up getting a degree in public relations from OU. After college, I did a two-year apprenticeship, so I was about seven years late coming into hairstyling as a career." But once she dipped into the world of hairstyling, there was no turning back for Troxell. Especially as she began to explore the power of hair extensions. "I can't tell you how much I love what extensions can do for women," said Troxell. "So many of our customers come to us with hair that has been destroyed by flat irons, curling irons, and product that they've been told will give them a look they want. We actually use less product and incorporate extensions to bring back the natural state of their hair."

Troxell says their clients include women trying to regain their natural hair after cancer treatment or medication has led to significant hair loss and women just down on themselves and are hoping to improve the look of their hair. helsea Troxell, the owner of CTT Salon + Extension Bar, says social media influencers have essentially made life impossible for women in this day and age.

"The expectations that are placed on women these days in terms of how they are supposed to look is just insane," said Troxell. "What I'm most passionate about is helping women feel good about themselves, and that just seems to get harder and harder these days." Troxell says women look at the photos posted by social media influencers on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook often without realizing that those photos aren't actually real. "Nobody has hair like that in real life," said Troxell. "And so what has happened is that women will literally destroy their hair trying to make it look like these unreal images they see online or on their phones." 16 | MOORE MONTHLY | OCTOBER 2020

"For some of our customers, the change has been so dramatic that they actually cry when they leave the chair," said Troxell. "Extensions are so flexible.

"Everyone on our team shares one common goal, and that's making women feel confident and elevating their self-esteem," said Troxell. "We share our knowledge and help each other any way we can. That works well because we're all different and are good at different things." CTT Salon + Extension Bar actually opened back in February, right before the COVID-19 pandemic exploded onto the March scene. Troxell says while the situation created some unexpected challenges for her new business, she and her team have just rolled with the punches and kept going. "I'm a hard-worker, and I come from parents who are hard-working," said Troxell. "I wouldn't even say the pandemic is our 'new normal" because it's been here almost since we opened. The shutdown in March was kind of scary, but when we reopened, we just embraced the new challenges and moved on." Troxell and her team take all the extra sanitation steps needed to ensure clients are safe, including cleaning each work area between clients. They also have people wait in their cars until their appointment starts, texting them when their chair is ready. That means the waiting room is always empty. And, of course, they wear the proper masks as a part of their daily routine. "Some people think the masks are annoying," said Troxell, "But for us, they're good reminders that we can't let up on our standards of safety." In the end, Troxell and her team of stylists at CTT Salon + Extension Bar look to the response of their customers as the real judge of their success. And unlike some salons, Troxell is very much a hands-on business owner. "I'm behind the chair for most of the day, and I love that," said Troxell. "I still have that same passion for hair and for empowering women that I had in the beginning."

They're not just to make your hair long, they can make it thicker or change the color of your hair." Troxell says her salon provides a full menu of hairstyle services, but the focus on extensions has made CTT Salon + Extension Bar popular across the region. "We have customers that drive from as far away as Dallas and Tulsa," said Troxell. "We also have women from Ardmore, Duncan, and Enid, who are customers." In addition to 14 hairstyling stations, CTT Salon + Extension Bar also offers eyelash extensions. Troxell says these extensions are super-customizable and look absolutely real. "We have an aesthetician that specializes in eyelash extensions, and these are really popular, so she's been quite busy," said Troxell. That technician is a part of a team of hairstylists that Troxell has worked hard to build. She says she's focused on talented stylists who are customer-oriented and team players. OCTOBER 2020 | MOORE MONTHLY | 17

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What to do When Uncertainty Steals Your Self-Confidence

veryone admires a self-confident person. We may even envy them a little! They seem magically at ease with themselves and their work. Their attitudes invite trust and inspire confidence in others. These are attractive characteristics. It is not always easy to be confident in yourself, particularly in times of Uncertainty, if you’re naturally self-critical, or if other people put you down. But there are steps that you can take to increase and maintain your self-confidence. What is Self-Confidence – and Why Is It Important? Self-confidence is understanding that you trust your own judgment and abilities and value yourself and feel worthy, regardless of imperfections or what others may believe about you. Self-efficacy and self-esteem are sometimes used interchangeably with self-confidence, but they are subtly different. We gain a sense of self-efficacy when we see ourselves (and others like us) mastering skills and achieving goals. This encourages us to believe that we will succeed if we learn and work hard in a particular area. This type of confidence leads people to accept difficult challenges and keep going in the face of setbacks. Self-esteem is a general sense that we can cope with what is going on in our lives and have a right to be happy. Also, self-esteem comes in part from the feeling that the people around us approve of us. We may or may not be able to control this, and if we experience a lot of criticism or rejection from other people, our self-esteem can easily suffer unless we support it in different ways. Confidence and Behavior Look at the examples in the table below, which compares confident behavior with behavior that’s associated with low self-confidence. Which thoughts or actions do you recognize in yourself and in the people around you? Confident Behavior Associated With Low Self-Confidence • Doing what you believe to be right, even if others mock or criticize you for it. Governing your behavior based on what other people think. • Being willing to take risks and to go the extra mile to achieve better things. Staying in your comfort zone, fearing failure, and avoiding risk. • Admitting your mistakes and learning from them. Working hard to cover up mistakes and hoping that you can fix the problem before anyone notices. • Waiting for others to congratulate you on your accomplishments. Extolling your own virtues as often as possible to as many people as possible. • Accepting compliments graciously. “Thanks, I really worked hard on that prospectus. I’m pleased you recognize my efforts.” Dismissing compliments offhandedly. “Oh that prospectus was nothing really, anyone could have done it.”

As these examples show, low self-confidence can be self-destructive, and it may manifest itself as negativity.

Self-confident people are generally more positive – they value themselves and trust their own judgment. But they also acknowledge their failures and mistakes and learn from them. Why Self-Confidence Matters Self-confidence is vital in almost every aspect of our lives, yet many people struggle to find it. Sadly, this can be a vicious cycle: people who lack self-confidence are less likely to achieve the success that could give them more confidence. For example, you might not want to back a project that is pitched by someone who’s visibly nervous, fumbling, or continuously apologizing. On the other hand, you might be persuaded by someone who speaks clearly, holds their head high, answers questions with assurance, and readily admits when they do not know something. Confident people inspire confidence in others: their audience, their co-workers, their bosses, their customers, and their friends. And gaining the trust of others is one of the key ways to succeed. Building confidence creates the feeling of certainty that you can accomplish what you set out to do. Confidence is like any other emotion. It is something you feel, and you can train yourself to access it in an instant. Below are some tips for building your self-confidence: 1. USE CONFIDENT BODY LANGUAGE Even if you do not feel confident all the time, you can appear confident when needed by adjusting your body language. Research suggests that, when you project confidence through your actions, the degree to which you “feel” those actions makes the confidence feel real. To put this principle into action, tell yourself you can achieve your goal. Then feel the feeling of confidence you are projecting. With practice, building confidence becomes natural. 2. DEVELOP WORKPLACE CONFIDENCE Learning how to build confidence is pivotal to succeeding in your career. Whether you are in marketing, management, or another role, you must communicate with self-assurance. Sales strategies are effective confidence-builders in any field. Achieve big success by building confidence with proven sales strategies. 3. EMBRACE A GROWTH MINDSET Discovering self-confidence requires consistent action and thought. When you are overcoming your self-doubt, having a growth mindset is critical. When you view your challenges as opportunities, you can approach them with assurance. View setbacks as progress, so they become part of mastering how to build confidence. 4. PRACTICE POSITIVE THINKING Feeling confident starts from within with positive thinking. When you are building confidence, learn how to reframe your mindset to start thinking more positively, and feel more self-assured as a result. We are not talking about wearing rose-colored glasses – we are talking about having a realistic sense of your capabilities. Build a habit of positive self-talk. View setbacks as steppingstones to success.

5. LET GO OF THE NEED FOR CONTROL When you are focused on retaining a sense of control in life, it reduces your confidence. Nothing in life is truly within our control. By letting go, you can accept circumstances as-is, which is a powerful component of learning how to build confidence. Learn how to recognize your need for control. Take steps toward letting go and finding a true sense of contentment and confidence in life. 6. ACCEPT YOURSELF When you are learning how to build confidence, it is tempting to focus on your “ideal self” – the person you wish you were, a superhero who never experiences fear, doubt, or shame. While managing negative emotions is undoubtedly part of building confidence, shutting down your feelings does not help. Accept yourself as you are in any emotional state. Accept yourself unconditionally. Look at your feelings objectively and appreciate what they teach you about yourself. 7. TREAT OTHERS WITH RESPECT AND COMPASSION When it comes to building confidence, treating others is as important as how you treat yourself. When you practice “soft skills” like respect, compassion, empathy, and deep listening, you build rapport with others. When you feel good about your relationships, you are mastering how to gain confidence with every interaction you have. 8. APPRECIATE YOUR VALUES AND LIVE BY THEM Part of the problem with self-doubt is that you begin to doubt the core of who you are – the values that inspire you and guide your decisions. To truly learn how to build confidence, take pride in your values. They make you uniquely you. And when you make value-driven choices, there is no room for doubt. You live up to your own standards, which is the definition of an extraordinary life filled with passion and purpose. 9. START WORKING OUT Many people start working out to lose weight or build muscle, but exercise can also be a massive boost to your self-confidence. The American Psychological Association has noted that exercise can improve your mood and — along with regular treatment and therapy — help combat depression and anxiety. It can also help improve your confidence if you stick with it for a while. Working out regularly requires a commitment, and keeping that commitment is an accomplishment. Not only does sticking to a new healthy habit make you feel more confident, but you can also spot physical improvements to your body and health over the long term. Particularly in this environment of Uncertainty, practice these steps to build your self-confidence. This will serve you in business and life – It will also allow you to be a source of Light to those around you!

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BY KIM BROWN

CHAMBER SPOTLIGHT: Family Makes Smart Business

eing a part of such a wonderful community as Moore is important not only to the Moore Chamber members but also to the Chamber itself to have a strong family unit. We feel that both the community and our members are our family, and we want only the best for both. As part of this article’s research, I came across a novel idea – Family Makes Smart Business. Before COVID-19, there was a struggle that existed for many households when they had a sick child. “I can’t stay at home because of my job.” It does not make it right; it is just a fact of the world we live in. So now that we have a pandemic, it is more important than ever for employers to take the time to review their policies. This provides them an opportunity to improve the overall workplace environment. Allowing parents to feel comfortable in being with their children to recover from any illness safely at home. In North Carolina, they work together with 5,000 businesses statewide and take great strides to focus on the family unit and business productivity through Family Forward NC. Below are some of the stats from their website about the innovative initiative to have businesses and employees work together to create family-friendly workplaces and focus on their children and their parents’ well-being. Kudos, North Carolina! Families have changed. But not all workplaces have, and their policies reflect it. Many U.S. and employer policies are based on an outdated model: a two-parent household with

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Hourly and low-wage workers are impacted the most. Hourly workers makeup 59% of the workforce[6] but are: • Less likely to have access to family-friendly benefits • Less likely to be able to afford unpaid leave or childcare • More likely to drop out of the labor force after giving birth[7] Roughly 6 million American parents work in jobs that pay $10.50 or less per hour. Lowwage employees have the least access to family-friendly policies, significantly and disproportionately affecting their health and economic security. [8] [9]

one parent who works outside the home for pay. Today, only 68.9 % of households include two parents [1], and only 9% of all families (single and two-parent) have one parent who cares for the children full-time. That means that many families must work in a system that was created for a bygone era. The struggle is real for working parents. Here are some of the stats: • 75% of moms and 50% of dads say that they have passed up work opportunities, switched jobs, or quit to care for their children. [2] • 40% of parents nationwide say they have left a job because it lacked flexibility.[3] • 13% percent of private industry workers nationwide have access to paid parental leave, and nearly a quarter of moms return to work just two weeks after having a baby.[4] • 1 in 3 families nationwide spends 20% or more of their annual household income on childcare. [5]

When working families struggle, birth rates decline, leaving us with a smaller future labor force. The U.S. birth rate has dropped to an all-time low, which economists warn will affect long-term economic growth.[10] So why are Americans having fewer babies? 64% of adults say it is because childcare is too expensive, and 77% say its because they have no access to or not enough paid leave.[11] Family-friendly workplaces have a competitive advantage: They attract and retain more top talent, and their employees are more productive and committed.[12] Plus, family-friendly employers benefit from reduced employee health care costs[13], a healthier work environment, and fewer employee absences. [14] 86% of U.S. millennials, which now make up the most significant percentage of the workforce[15], say they are less likely to leave an employer that offers paid parental leave.[16] Of more than 1,500 human resource officers

surveyed by Ernst and Young in 2016, 71% said paid family leave positively impacted productivity, and 82% reported improved employee morale. [17]

[4] Donovan, Sarah A. “Paid Family Leave in the United States.” Congressional Research Service. Updated, September 12, 2018. https://fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R44835.pdf.

For children and families, the benefits of family-friendly workplaces are numerous and long-lasting. They include positive impacts on health, development, well-being, financial stability, and future career success. These positive impacts also apply to their parents and, in the end, the employer.

[5] Care.com. “This is how much childcare costs in 2018.” July 27, 2018. https://www.care.com/c/stories/2423/ how-much-does-child-care-cost/.

Children whose parents have access to family-friendly benefits receive much-needed support and time with their parents during the most critical years of human development. This leads to positive health outcomes, higher education attainment, and future career success.

[6] Robaton, Anna. “Most Americans are Hourly Workers.” CBS News. February 17, 2017. https://www.cbsnews.com/ news/most-americans-are-hourly-workers/. [7] Sharrett, Luke. “Salaried or hourly? The gaps in family-friendly policies begin to close.” Denver Business Journal. January 24, 2018. https://www.bizjournals.com/ denver/news/2018/01/24/salaried-or-hourly-the-gaps-infamily-friendly.html.

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[12] Brueck, Hilary. “The U.S. birth rate has hit an all-time low, fueling fears of a ‘demographic time bomb’- but women over 40 are a big exception.” Business Insider. May 18, 2018. https://www.businessinsider.com/us-birth-rate-hit-alltime-low-demographic-time-bomb-2018-5. [13] U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Women’s Health. “The Business Case for Breastfeeding: Steps for Creating a Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite.” https://www.womenshealth.gov/files/documents/ bcfb_business-case-for-breastfeeding-for-business-managers.pdf. [14] National Women’s Law Center. “Accommodating Pregnant Workers is Good for Business.” July 2017. https://nwlc.org/resources/business-case-accommodating-pregnant-workers/.

Things that you may have never realized that could be affected by family-friendly policies, here are just a few examples: • •

[11] Cain Miller, Claire. “Americans Are Having Fewer Babies. They Told Us Why.” The New York Times. July 5, 2018. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/05/upshot/americans-are-having-fewer-babies-they-told-us-why.html.

Healthy birth weights Lowers the risk of postpartum depression and anxiety Increased paternal engagement[18] 13% decline in infant mortality[19] Well care visits are handled[20] Better test scores in school Less behavioral or mental health problems Regular school attendance

[15] Fry, Richard. “Millennials are the largest generation in the U.S. labor force.” Pew Research Center. April 11, 2018. http://www.pewresearch. org/fact-tank/2018/04/11/millennials-largest-generation-us-labor-force/. [16] Unum. “Paid family leave ranks as the most coveted work perk, Unum finds.” August 9, 2018. https://www.businesswire.com/news/ home/20180809005704/en/.

It is a ripple effect. A business that allows a parent to be active in their child’s development ultimately affects their bottom line and the future of America’s workforce.

[17] Ernst and Young. “Viewpoints on paid family and medical leave Findings from a survey of U.S. employers and employees.” March 2017. https:// www.ey.com/Publication/vwLUAssets/EY-viewpoints-on-paid-family-and-medical-leave/$FILE/EYviewpoints-on-paid-family-and-medical-leave.pdf

Now because of COVID-19, it is clear that there is a need for family-friendly policies. The world is changing, and we need to adapt to this change and focus on our children’s future and be in full support of parents. [1] Wang. Wendy. “The Majority of U.S. Children Still Live in Two-Parent Families.” The Institute for Family Studies. October 4, 2018. https://ifstudies.org/blog/the-majority-ofus-children-still-live-in-two-parent-families.

[8] National Partnership for Women and Families. “Raising Expectations: A State-by-State Analysis of Laws That Help Working Family Caregivers.” September 2018. http:// www.nationalpartnership.org/research-library/work-family/ raising-expectations-2018.pdf.

[2] Craighill, Peyton, and Danielle Paquette. “The surprising number of parents scaling back at work to care for kids.” The Washington Post. August 6, 2015. https:// www.washingtonpost.com/business/economy/the-surprising-number-of-moms-and-dads-scaling-back-at-work-tocare-for-their-kids/2015/08/06/c7134c50-3ab7-11e5-b3ac8a79bc44e5e2_story.html?utm_term=.bd7035932210.

[9] National Women’s Law Center. “Set up to fail: when low-wage work jeopardizes parents’ and children’s success.” June 2016. https://nwlc-ciw49tixgw5lbab. stackpathdns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/FINALSet-Up-To-Fail-When-Low-Wage-Work-Jeopardizes-Parents%E2%80%99-and-Children%E2%80%99s-Success.pdf

[3] Miller, Stephen. “Parents Rank Flextime Ahead of Salary.” August 17, 2016. https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/benefits/pages/parents-rank-flextime-above-salary.aspx.

[10] Brueck, Hilary. “The U.S. birth rate has hit an all-time low, fueling fears of a ‘demographic time bomb’- but women over 40 are a big exception.” Business Insider. May 18, 2018. https://www.businessinsider.com/us-birth-rate-hit-alltime-low-demographic-time-bomb-2018-5.

[18] Goodson Kingo, Aubrey. “20 Indisputable Reasons Why Paid Family Leave is Good for Babies, Parents, Companies, and Everyone Else.” Working Mother. December 4, 2017. https://www.workingmother.com/indisputable-reasons-why-paid-family-leaveis-good-for-babies-parents-companies-and-everyone-else [19] WBUR. “Study: Paid Maternity Leave Reduces Infant Mortality Rates.” April 6, 2016. https://www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2016/04/06/paid-maternity-leave [20] Goodson Kingo, Aubrey. “20 Indisputable Reasons Why Paid Family Leave is Good for Babies, Parents, Companies, and Everyone Else.” Working Mother. December 4, 2017. https://www.workingmother.com/indisputable-reasons-why-paid-family-leave-is-good-for-babies-parentscompanies-and-everyone-else

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Business Building Blocks

Moore Chamber of Commerce

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Business Development Coordinator Specialty: Organizational Development Chris Lange is a Business Development Coordinator with Moore Norman Technology Center (MNTC). Prior to MNTC he was Director of Quality for a Norman, Oklahoma manufacturer and also had a career in the U.S. Air Force serving as a medical laboratory technician, as well as in related supervisory and education sections. With this diverse background, Lange delivers customized training and business services that includes leadership, team building, coaching, quality, finance, health, project management, safety, regulatory preparation, soft skills, computer and technical skill enhancement, handbook development and the occasional esoteric topic among others to district organizations in a wide range of industries and specialties.

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What is Moore Norman Technology Center’s Training for Industry Program (TIP)? The Training for Industry Program, also called, “TIP,” is a business incentive backed by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. It’s a funding mechanism to provide reimbursement or offset new hire training when a qualified company is expanding with net new hires or the company is new to Oklahoma. As a Chamber of Commerce representative, what types of questions should I be asking of our member businesses to determine if they’re a good fit for the TIP program? The starting point is to determine if they are in a wealth-generating sector. A list of to consider would include manufacturing, aerospace, energy, transportation/distribution, agriculture/biosciences, information/financial services, and health. If their company falls into one of those categories, you would then want to ask them about any plans for growth and expansion they might

The Moore Chamber of Commerce has been dedicated to the success of the business community that serves the Moore area since 1946. Strong programs and tangible benefits to the membership have been the cornerstones of our model. Our mission is to promote and facilitate the growth of the business community for our members and stakeholders. Our vision is to be a premier Chamber of Commerce in the Oklahoma City metro area that enhances the business environment for our members and the community.

have. As you delve into those plans, it’s important to determine if they require any new or additional training or upskill requirements. If all those elements are in place, it’s time to refer the business leadership to MNTC so that they can align their participation in TIP. Here’s an example: we have a new manufacturing business member that is planning to start up production of a new product line. How might MNTC be able to help them? Every business is different, and the needs of this specific manufacturing company are not going to be exactly the same as others. There are a range of ways MNTC could provide individualized assistance to this company, beginning with orientation of new employees. The introduction of a new product line probably means there will be some changes or new skills that will be added to the current manufacturing process. MNTC would be able to assist with safety training as well as skill and job specific training. What is one thing people don’t know about your Workforce & Economic Development team? That our team provides wide ranging customized learning and development for businesses at our direct cost with the advantage of leveraging other MNTC departments and the statewide Career Tech system to support the needs of industry in a multitude of ways.

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What other resources does Moore Norman offer to businesses in the area of training and other services? MNTC wants to be the first choice of any client in the district to provide their training needs to elevate their staff and organization for higher levels of success. There are many How flexible is the TIPS program? It’s designed to be extremely flexible at all stages. that are unaware of the vast amount of services After our initial meetings, we provide a fast and flex- and training that exists from MNTC beyond ible turnaround to help get things started. And when what we provide via our partnerships with our you need to make any changes, they’ll be just as easy local sending schools. to handle. Some examples of broad topics we comIs there anything else people should know about monly training include leadership, sales, safety, soft skills, project management, quality manthe TIPS program? TIP is just the beginning of what we hope will be a agement systems, information technology, great business relationship and grows into a long-term technical skills, regulatory compliance, and fipartnership. MNTC can provide much more than start- nance to name a few. This is not an all-incluup training, all at significant savings to you. Each year sive list and if there are other needs, you can hundreds of Oklahoma companies secure their future contact MNTC to connect for a needs assessment.

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Can you tell me what it looks like for a business to get started with TIPS? We usually begin with a “get-to-know-you” meeting. That allows us to discover important information about the business and for us to provide an overview of our services. It’s also a great time for questions and clarification. Once a business has determined a location, training, or expansion plans in our district, our training experts will work with them to establish and design the kind of customized services that will help move them toward success.

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Yaqui's #2

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ADDRESS: 122 N. Broadway Street HOURS: Monday – Friday: 10:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sunday: CLOSED PHONE: 405-735-7676

Yaqui’s Brings Authentic, Home-Cooked Mexican Fare to Moore Their early food truck customers could clearly taste that tradition and passion in the family’s cooking. It quickly became a popular dining destination. “We began with the food truck over at May and 44th,” said Osuna. “It didn’t seem like it was very long before the crowds were growing.” And Osuna says that as the crowds grew, so did the requests for something a little more permanent for dining. “Obviously, the food truck was just to go,” said Osuna. “Everyone was asking if we had a place where they could come to sit down and eat.”

ou had me at “Foot-long, bacon-wrapped burrito!”

More on that monster of a burrito later. Right now, let’s talk about the Yaqui’s origin story! Alexia Osuna grew up in a home with a grandmother and mother who loved to cook. That means she has beautiful memories of family meals consisting of favorite authentic Mexican food. “My mom knows how to cook everything,” said Osuna, “And we had all these friends and other family members who would come over for dinner, and they were telling us, ‘You are really good at this! You should open a restaurant or a food truck or something.’” Osuna says the calls for the family’s home-cooking didn’t go away, so her parents finally decided to start up a food truck business in 2017. As they were thinking about a name for the business, they landed on “Yaqui’s” for historical and athletic reasons. “Yaqui’s is the name of a tribe back in the state we come from in Mexico,” said Osuna. “It’s also the name of our local baseball team back there, so for us, it communicates this sense of tradition and passion we bring with us to Moore and Oklahoma City.” 24 | MOORE MONTHLY | OCTOBER 2020

The family just happened to have some friends operating a restaurant on Western Avenue in South Oklahoma City. When those friends began looking to move to a new location, they offered the spot to Osuna’s family. “We opened the restaurant on Western in 2018, and the response was just fantastic,” said Osuna. “We were able to add some items to our menu that we couldn’t fit in with the food truck, some Mexican seafood, and other items, and people really seemed to love that.” The response to a brick-and-mortar Yaqui’s wasn’t just local. Customers were coming in from all over the metro, and it wasn’t long before they were asking the family when Yaqui’s might open locations elsewhere. The family was considering Edmond, Midwest City, Del City, and Moore when a friend who lived in Old Town Moore alerted them to an available space on Broadway. “We came over to visit them one night and went over to take a look at the space,” said Osuna. “We called the number on the lease poster, and things just took off from there.” Yaqui’s #2 opened just a few months back, and Osuna says the business has been good, even in the middle of the current COVID pandemic. One of the reason’s for Yaqui’s popularity is that everything on the menu has the feeling of a homemade, authentic Mexican meal.

“We want everyone who eats with us to feel like they’ve had a meal that was cooked just for them by their mom or their grandmom,” said Osuna. “That’s why we make everything fresh for every single order. We buy our food fresh daily, and we make everything the moment you order it.” The Yaqui’s #2 menu features many of the classics that made the food truck and original restaurant so popular, including food truck style tacos (Asada, Adobada, Birria, Chicken, and Pibil), quesadillas, burros (including the “Momia Monster,” a foot-long flour tortilla filled with meat, cheese, tomato, avocado, and wrapped in bacon. Yes, you read that correctly: a bacon-wrapped foot-long burrito!), and tortas. You’ll also want to check out the Supreme Fries (fries with meat, pico de gallo, guacamole, cheese, and sour cream). The Yaqui’s staff is also a close-knit crew, joined together by their passion for cooking and desire to provide an authentic Mexican dining experience to their neighbors in Moore. “Our business is family-owned, and most of our employees are either family or close friends,” said Osuna. “That’s just one more thing that makes us different, and we treat all our customers like family or close friends.”

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • OCTOBER 2020 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.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART OK/LA September 10, 2020 – March 7, 2021 This exhibition features the work of six former Oklahomans who left the state in the late 1950s for Los Angeles: Patrick Blackwell, Joe Goode, Jerry McMillan, Ed Ruscha, Paul Ruscha, and Mason Williams. KIOWA AGENCY – “STORIES OF THE SIX” Through January 17, 2021 From 1927 to 1929, while at the University of Oklahoma, six Kiowa artists created many paintings featuring Kiowa culture. Now referred to as the Kiowa Six, this cohort included Spencer Asah, James Auchiah, Jack Hokeah, Stephen Mopope, Lois Smoky, and Monroe Tsatoke. OCCC VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER THEATER All fall events at OCCC’S VPAC have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Please check the website for updates: tickets.occc.edu.

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).

CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, October 5 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore PARKS BOARD MEETING Tuesday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore. MOORE URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Wednesday, October 13 at 5:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, October 13 at 7:00 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore MOORE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, October 19 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, October 19 at 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

COMMUNITY CONNECTION ADOPT-A-PET Moore Animal Shelter, S-I35 Service Road. Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., closed on holidays. For additional information call (405) 793-5190. BIG TRASH PICK UP Moore residents will be allowed two FREE big trash pick-ups a year and one free voucher to the city landfill for each physical address in Moore. Call (405) 793-5070 to schedule your trash pick-up. CT CLOTHING CLOSET Last Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. CrossTimbers United Methodist Church, 3004 S. Sunnylane, Moore. CrossTimbers UMC Clothing Closet is a place where those in need can find men’s, women’s and children’s clothing along with shoes and accessories. All sizes are available and are free for community members. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PROGRAM Moore Police Dept. is starting a Neighborhood Watch Program. If you’re interested in helping your neighborhood reduce crime, contact Sgt. Jeremy Lewis, (405) 793-4448. HEYDAY LIVE TRIVIA NIGHT Thursday nights in October, 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! HOT RODS & HAMBURGERS Tuesday nights in October, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m at the Boomerang Diner in Moore, 1305 N. Broadway Street. For more info, call 405-794-2112.

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SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SHRED PARTY Friday, October 2, 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. First Liberty Bank, 3500 24 Avenue North, Norman. First Liberty Bank is hosting a free shred event to help you dispose of old documents simply and securely. Our staff will be wearing masks and practicing social distancing, but you don’t even need to get out of your car! Just pull up and pop your trunk – we’ll take care of the rest. Please share and tell your friends - all are welcome! There is a limit of 10 boxes per visit. For more information call 405-561-0300 MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING LUNCHEON Tuesday, October 6, 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m at the Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main. RSVP: $10. Join us for great food and an opportunity to grow your business knowledge, share new ideas and connect with our business community. Each attendee is given the opportunity to present information regarding their business to all in attendance. So, bring your best sales pitch - make it innovative and memorable. For more information email: kbrown@moorechamber.com MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS Thursday, October 8, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 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 info email: kbrown@moorechamber.com MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Thursday, October 8, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Lynlee Mae Wedding Chapel & Event Center, 507 E. 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! For more info email: kbrown@moorechamber.com SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WOMEN OF THE SOUTH BLOOD DRIVE Friday, October 9, 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. South OKC Chamber of Commerce, 701 SW 74th Street. Women of the South is carrying on their annual tradition of hosting a blood drive for the Oklahoma Blood Institute. Free COVID antibody testing will be available on ALL blood donations.

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NATIONAL PUMPKIN DAY MOORE INVOLVED – MOORE CONNECT: HOLE-O-WEEN Tuesday, October 13, 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. HeyDay Entertainment, 3201 Market Place, Norman. Join us for our annual family-friendly Hole-O-Ween miniature golf tournament and costume contest! Festivities kick-off at 5:30 pm with registration and a pizza buffet. The costume contest will start at 6:00 pm with prizes for adults and children. Golf starts at 6:30 and things wrap-up at 8:00 with an award ceremony for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place golf winners. Tickets are just $25/person and $100/team of four. Don't have a group of people to play with? We will pair you with other individuals to make up a team! Interested in sponsoring our event? Purchase a hole sponsorship for only $50 and be featured on the golf course. For more info email: kbrown@moorechamber.com MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Tuesday, October 20, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. First United Bank, 2101 Interstate 35 Frontage Road. This event is a business networking opportunity for Moore Chamber of Commerce Members. Attendees can make meaningful connections that can result in successful business leads. Food and beverages are served! For more info email: kbrown@moorechamber.com

(TENTATIVE) EGGS N’ ISSUES – FEDERAL UPDATE WITH SENATOR JAMES LANKFORD Wednesday, October 21, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main Street.., First United Bank, 2101 Interstate 35 Frontage Road. RSVP Required. Eggs & Issues is the Moore Chamber of Commerce’s forum where our business community gathers to discuss business issues of the day. For more info email: kbrown@moorechamber.com SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BBB AMBASSADOR COFFEE & NETWORKING Wednesday, October 21 Higher Grounds Coffee Shoppe, 5814 NW 63rd Street. Join us for networking and coffee, on the third Wednesday of every month, in person at 8 a.m. or online at 9 a.m. Our team will provide quick updates about BBB® and then we want to hear from you! Let’s have a conversation around networking and business continuity. If you join us in person at Higher Grounds Coffee Shoppe, feel free to wear a face-mask, and follow social distancing guidelines. We encourage each guest to do what feels most comfortable to them. Tickets are limited to ensure proper spacing at the event venue. Reserve tickets for the 9:00 a.m. online event and we'll send login details and links to your registered email. Ambassador Coffee is a free event, meet some new community members then jump into your workday. We can't wait to see you! SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS FIESTA EXPO & AFTER HOURS Thursday, October 22, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Hidden Trails Country Club, 6501 South Country Club

Drive. Join us for a unique October Business After Hours on Thursday, October 22, 2020, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Hidden Trails Country Club! The South Oklahoma City Chamber's Business Fiesta will consist of a Business After Hours fun with a twist - A Business After Hours, Expo Fiesta! Opportunities are available for a few businesses to purchase booth space to promote their services, showcase their products, and connect with potential customers at this special Business After Hours - a marketing opportunity you won't want to let pass you by. Space is limited, so secure your booth space now! For more information contact Emmy Karns at 405-634-1436 or email: emmykarns@southokc.com

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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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Say Boo to the Flu! Join Norman Regional and Moore Pediatrics for a free family flu clinic Saturday, October 31, 9 a.m. to noon (while supplies last). This walk-in clinic will offer free flu shots for both adults and children (ages 6 months and up). Presented by: Norman Regional Health Foundation Free Family Flu Clinic Saturday, October 31 // 9 a.m. – Noon* Norman Regional Moore Conference Center 700 S. Telephone Road *While supplies last.

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• Masks are required on all people over 2 years old. • The event will be held in the Conference Center. • Only those receiving the vaccine and one support person (if needed for assistance) are allowed inside. • If you do not feel well, have a fever, or signs of respiratory illness, do not attend this event.

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But you can help battle the twindemic. By getting the flu vaccine, you are showing your commitment to our community’s health and protecting your family, friends, and loved ones. Norman Regional and the Norman Regional Health Foundation want to ensure everyone has access and means to get a flu vaccine. That’s why we are offering a free flu clinic at Norman Regional Moore. The event is called “Say Boo to the Flu.” It will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 31, at Norman Regional Moore Conference Center, 700 S. Telephone Road. This walk-in clinic will offer free flu shots for adults and children (six months and up), while supplies last. This year due to COVID, there will be additional safety measures including everyone must wear a mask, only the person receiving the vaccine and one support person (if needed) are allowed to enter, and social distancing will be maintained in the lobby. This event is in the conference center and NOT the clinical part of the facility. If you can’t make the flu clinic, there are several options to receive a flu shot, including getting one at your primary care doctor’s office. Norman Regional has a network of primary care physicians to help you. You can call our Community Call Center at (405) 515-5000 to be matched with a healthcare provider in your neighborhood.

Welcome our Newest Nephrologist Norman Regional Health System has added another nephrologist to its team. Kendral Knight, MD, is an experienced nephrologist who is board certified in both Nephrology and Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He will be joining Norman Regional Nephrology Associates, which includes Drs. Cuong Nguyen, Dustin Tedesco, and David C. Williams. Their office is located at 1553 N. Porter Ave. in Norman. Dr. Knight will also see patients once a month at the Norman Regional Moore campus. Kidney disease is the tenth leading cause of death in Oklahoma, and Dr. Knight is dedicated to helping patients who are experiencing kidney disease or end-stage renal disease. He said patients can expect an honest and transparent relationship with him as he works to achieve the best possible outcome. “I come from a strong teaching background in that both of my parents were educators,” he said. “Nephrology allows me the unique opportunity to educate patients about the different aspects of their renal disease.” Dr. Knight served in the US Army as a physician and was deployed to Afghanistan, where he was awarded The Bronze Star Medal for his service. He attended medical school at The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University in Greenville, NC, and completed an Internal Medicine residency at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Knight completed his nephrology fellowship at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. OCTOBER 2020 | MOORE MONTHLY | 31

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s the school year starts, it is often a challenge to fall back into a good routine. It can be a struggle to establish stricter bedtimes for some families, agreeing on clothing that is appropriate for school, carving out time to do homework, and fitting in a nutritious dinner before jetting off to extra-curricular activities. Here are 3 ways for your family to ‘fall’ into good nutrition during the school year.

is the only way you can make it there on time. If you have a day like this, pre-make sandwiches or wraps the night before and include items easy to transport like whole fruits, bite-sized vegetables, and no-sugar-added drinks. Put together mix-and-match meals such as boiled eggs, cheese sticks, watermelon, baby carrots, and whole-grain crackers. This meal is simple, fast, and it includes each of the 5 food groups.

Batch-cook and freeze meals. Take time on the weekend to prepare some meals Planning ahead is the best way to start. Set some time aside each week to go for the week. Some examples that freeze well include lasagna, enchiladas, and through your calendar and look at the events scheduled. Decide how they may soups. If you only cook one or two nights a week, double or even triple the recipe, so affect the time you have to prepare meals for your family. Then take time to plan a you have enough for left-overs. You can either have those the next night or freeze menu for the week. Keeping basic foods on hand simplifies planning and shopping. for the next week. Prepare the night before. For example, if Tuesdays are game nights and you only have Information provided in part by Carrie Miller, MS, RD, University of Nebraska60 minutes between picking up your kids and getting them to a game, plan to have a meal ready that is easy to grab from home and go. Sometimes eating a meal in the car Lincoln Extension

Featured Fall Recipe Pear Pie with Streusel Topping

Ingredients

• 3 oz all-purpose flour, divided (about 2/3 cup) • ½ cup granulated sugar • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/8 teaspoon salt • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 6 medium firm pears, peeled, cored, and cut lengthwise into ½-inch thick wedges • ½ (15 oz) package refrigerated pie dough • Cooking spray • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar • 3 tablespoons chilled butter, cut into small pieces

Directions Preheat oven to 375°. To prepare the pie, weigh or lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine 1.5 ounces (about 1/3 cup) flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Add juice and pears to flour mixture; toss gently to coat. Roll dough into an 11-inch circle; fit dough into a 9-inch pie plate coated with cooking spray. Fold edges under and flute. Arrange pear mixture in an even layer in prepared crust. Combine remaining 1 ½ ounces (about ½ cup) flour and ½ cup brown sugar in a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons cold butter to brown sugar mixture; cut in with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse meal. Sprinkle butter mixture evenly over pears. Bake at 375° for 1 hour or until lightly browned. Let cool on a wire rack 10 minutes.

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CHILDREN’S BOOK REVIEW

How the Cookie Crumbled:

The True (and Not-So-True) Stories of the Invention of the Chocolate Chip Cookie Author: Gilbert Ford Publisher: Puffin Books Reviewer: Maisy Fallon, Children’s Services Associate, Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library

Who doesn’t love chocolate chip cookies? Who hasn’t tried a chocolate chip cookie? They’re the most popular and most common cookie! But do you know how the cookie came into existence? Has it always been around? A recipe with no origin? Was it the work of some unknown and uncelebrated genius chef? Or maybe it was a happy accident? “How the Cookie Crumbled” tells the story of how the famous cookie was invented, includ-

ing all the crazy theories. The book is short and well-illustrated, making it a good read at any age. Best of all, at the end of the book, there is a recipe for the original chocolate chip cookie. You can find “How the Cookie Crumbled” and other great nonfiction picture books in the Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library children’s department or as an eBook on the Hoopla or Libby app. For more book recommendations stop by the children’s desk at your local library or call 405-979-2200. For other library events and information, visit www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

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LIBRARY SCHEDULES

PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM VIRTUAL PROGRAM CALENDAR FOR OCTOBER Programs are streamed on these dates and times. Some of the programs do require advance signup, check online through the Facebook page, www.facebook.com/pioneerlibrarysystem, or at www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org for more information. 1 p.m. Saturdays, Oct. 3 and Oct. 17 Teen Dungeons and Dragons Teens will take part a new adventure with each session lasting roughly three hours. Advance registration is required. 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 Documentary Screening of “Black Bodies” The film looks at the lives of 16 black Austin, Texas-area residents who talk candidly about their experiences. The conversation will be moderated by Charlotte Moore, filmmaker and Executive Director of the Black Bodies Project. Advance registration is required through the Pioneer Library System website. 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 Penn Avenue Literary Society This adult book discussion group takes a look at the book “A Place for Us” by Fatime Farheem Mirza. A copy may be downloaded from OverDrive or Hoopla or physical copies are available at local libraries.

10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 Third Saturday Book Group This adult book discussion will be on “The Boat Runner” by Devin Murphy. A copy may be downloaded from OverDrive or Hoopla or physical copies are available at local libraries. 4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Minecraft Online Using a private server donated by Nitrado, Minecraft fans can join in games hosted by the library three times a week. Register with an email address or sign up by emailing htritz@pioneerlibrarysystem.org. 4 p.m. Thursdays Lego Club Children ages 8 to 12 will learn from the Lego Lady in a weekly Zoom presentation. Projects will include a magic carpet zip line for Aladdin, a Zoom puppet theater for Pinocchio and more.

7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13 How to Start a Podcast A panel of local podcasters will provide their expertise on podcasting. Advance registration is required to attend.

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Line Dancing Lessons: Wed. 12:15 Walk Club: 9:00 Tues. & Thur. Woodcarving: Thurs. 9:00-11:00 Dominoes, Card Games, Jig-Saw puzzles, Pool, Quilting, & Volunteer work to assist the homebound or work is available at the Brand Senior 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 Moore Senior Citizen Nutrition Site Brand Center 501 E. Main Reservations for meals: 793-9069. Donation for a meal for seniors 60 & above: $2.25 Required cost for guests under 60: $5.00 Meals are served drive thru only at this time

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Place to Be

ime spent somewhere cherished – even if it’s just for a few hours – can be a perfect opportunity to refresh and re-energize.

Certain places hold unique meanings. It could be a hillside with a winding path, a stretch of sandy beach, even a bustling restaurant. The location isn’t essential. It’s a spot with a particular connection and always seems to make you feel grounded, relaxed, and happy. And often, its places right on your doorstep – a bench in a busy urban square, a local library, or a park – offers the most fantastic sense of joy.

go-to spot, not just because it guarantees an excellent coffee cup. It might also feel special because of the easy way you can chat with the owner or barista about everyday life. It can feel good to be a regular, whether it’s at the local café, a small grocery store, or the community library. Once inside, there’s commonly a warm welcome and a friendly smile.

eaven is under our feet as well as over our heads. -Henry David Thoreau

For example, that hillside walk might be special because its views never fail to bring you to a standstill, or it could be it recalls heartfelt childhood memories. A return to the same hillside or forest walk can be uplifting and help to clear the mind. As the essayist, poet, philosopher, and civil liberties advocate, Henry David Thoreau wrote: “Heaven is under our feet as well as over our heads.” There’s also the fact that being outside can improve sleep, boost levels of vitamin D, and strengthen the immune system. Additionally, a walk in nature is an opportunity to keep in touch with everyday beauty, something that’s often taken for granted, and an activity that can be done alone or with friends.

Nostalgia can play a big part in why a location might be treasured, and the best thing is that a special place doesn’t even have to involve leaving home. For instance, my favorite place to be is sitting on my back porch in the furniture that was my mother’s when she lived in Boston, Massachusetts. The back porch sits up high on a hill with our land down below. I have plants, fairy lights, music, and always a good book going. I can enjoy this special place with friends, family, or a coffee cup watching the sunrise in the morning. I always feel at peace there and come away from sitting there refreshed and lighter.

Others might find meaning and pleasure in a bookstore or gallery. The act of browsing books or taking time to reflect on a painting can provide breathing space and a chance to nurture the soul. The important thing is to find a place that has personal significance or brings joy. A local café could be a

You can build a place to be - it could be sitting in a cozy chair expertly positioned to listen to a favorite piece of music, sipping a glass of wine on a balcony with rooftop views, or relaxing in a gently scented bubble-filled bath. Close the front door, relax, and enjoy your special place to be. OCTOBER 2020 | MOORE MONTHLY | 37

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Moore American Legion Post Celebrates 75th Year On Saturday, October 24, at 2:00 p.m., the public is invited to join members of the Moore American Legion Post 184 as they celebrate their 75-year anniversary. It was just over a month after the end of WWII that 16 local Veterans gathered together in Moore, drawn by a common goal. The men were a mixture of WWI and WWII Veterans who wanted to continue serving their country in a civilian capacity. That meeting would result in the establishment of the American Legion Post 184. Current Post Commander, Michael Denevitch, says it's pretty remarkable to realize the local Post has such a profound and long history. "Our first Post Commander was actually a WWI Veteran," said Denevitch. "His name was Dennis Almack. It's pretty unique to have this combination of Veterans working on getting this Post started." Those 16 men signed the initial application to begin the Post, which marks the historical beginning of Post 184. The Post Application for Permanent Charter was filed with the American Legion on March 28, 1947, and approved on March 31, 1947.

fought in the Pacific Theater in WWII, including on the island of Iwo Jima, where he witnessed the historic raising of the U.S. flag on Mount Suribachi. Sgt. Herd received the Purple Heart for shrapnel wounds he received at Iwo Jima. He also received the Good Conduct Medal, Asiatic Campaign Medal, Victory Medal WWII, Korea Service Medal with 3 Campaign Stars, the Presidential Unit Citation with Star, among other awards. When the Permanent Charter was filed, Post 184 had 108 members. That means in the two years after that first meeting of 16 Veterans, the group had grown by 92 members. Today, in October 2020, Moore Post 184 has more than 300 Legionnaire members. 1947 also marked the establishment of the Moore Post 184 American Legion Auxiliary Unit, which is still in full operation today. Post Commander Denevitch says that Post 184 has now been renamed after a noted local father-and-son who were Veterans. "Our new post name is 'the Alfred F. and Harold A. Herd Memorial Post 184," said Denevitch. "They were both military combat veterans. We're thrilled that some of the Herd family members are coming in for our October celebration, some from as far away as North Carolina." Albert F. "Pappy" Herd was a U.S. Army Corporal in WWI and one of the 16 men who originally singed the Post Charter Application in 1945. His unit was called the "Oklahoma Brigade" and fought in several campaigns in France, including the "Meuse-Argonne Offensive," which historians say led to Germany's surrender and the signing of the Treaty of Versailles. Harold A. "Sarge" Herd was a Marine Sergeant in WWII and the Korean War. He

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Denevitch says that every one of the Post's 300+ members represents patriotism in its truest form. Some have experienced battle scars, mental and physical, from wars in distant lands. While there are members who have not experienced military combat, they have all served their country honorably in every single war or conflict to the present, in every corner of the globe. American Legion Moore Post 184 is an active supporter of Americanism programs such as Boy's State/ Boys Nation and has sponsored many young men over the 75 years that the Post has been in existence. They learn first-hand how government works during American Legion Boys State and American Legion Boys Nation. Members are active in supporting the American Legion National High School Oratorical Scholarship Speech Contests, U.S. Flag Protection, and Education programs in Elementary Schools. Post members also provide a Family Support Network that connects American Legion members with families struggling at home when loved ones are called to military duty. Aside from a great many programs, members provide Final Respects. They provide Honor Guard salutes to fallen comrades at funeral services within the State of Oklahoma. The list of programs, events, accomplishments of American Legion Moore Post 184 as too numerous to cover in detail.

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should make that move. They suggested EMT school as a starting point. My kinesiology major really helped me a lot there. I was able to get a job with the Newcastle Fire Department right out of EMT school. For two years, I worked there and then moved to Moore, where I’ve been for the last six years.

Assistant Fire Marshal Education: Westmoore High School, East Central University

BACKGROUND: Like most kids, I loved fire trucks and firefighters growing up. In college, I majored in kinesiology with a minor in sociology, thinking I would be in strength and conditioning. But it turned out that I really gravitated toward firefighting, so I asked my family and friends who were firefighters how I

FAMILY: My wife’s name is Kayla. We’ve been married for 8 years. We have a son, Heath, who is 3-1/2-years old. And we’re expecting the arrival of our daughter, who will be named Marlee, in late September or early October.

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CURRENT FOCUS: As an assistant fire marshal, we’re really focused on October as National Fire Prevention Month. With the COVID-19 situation, we have so many more kids than usual at home all day. That means a lot of them are cooking, so we’re trying to make sure they’re aware of general fire and safety rules. We’re also doing our best to remind people to check their home fire and carbon monoxide detectors and change out the batteries.

If you see a crime, call or email: (405) 793-5160 moorecrimetips@gmail.com

REASON FOR BEING A FIREFIGHTER: It’s so much more than just a job. What resonates most with me is that you’re usually the first one on a scene where people are in need. You get to be a light and serve others in situations that are difficult and chaotic. The firefighter’s role today is so much more than it used to be. We don’t just fight fires. We act as EMT’s and hazmat. We bring organization and help to moments filled with chaos, whether it be a fire, an auto accident, or an emergency medical situation. To be someone that provides support when it’s desperately needed is what motivates me.

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ACTIVITIES & CLASSES

Due to positive tests for the coronavirus in Cleveland County this schedule is subject to change at any point in time. Please check with www.cityofmoore.com or call (405) 793-5090 for more information. 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 The Station website at: centralpark.cityofmoore.com/activities-programs or by calling The Station front desk at (405) 793-5090.

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FITNESS

FIT AS A FIDDLE

When: October 1st – December 22nd Tuesday Mornings January 5th – May 25th Tuesday Mornings Time: 11:00 A.M -12:00 P.M. Ages: 3 – 4 Years Fee: $25 per Month / *5 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: By the first Tuesday of each month, 20 maximum Description: Toddlers will enjoy getting their exercise by running, jumping, tumbling on mats and dancing to favorite energetic songs.

CREATIVE ARTS ‘LIL KIDS CRAFTS

When: October 1st – December 23rd Thursday mornings January 7th – May 27th Thursday mornings Time: 11:00am – 12:00 pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Ages: 3 – 4 Years Fee: $25 per month / *5 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Registration: By the first Thursday of each month, 20 maximum Description: In this class kids will create, mold and build different things using clay as your base.

PERFORMING ARTS TODDLER DANCE CLASS

When: October 21st - November 11th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) November 18th - December 16th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 25th) January 6th -January 27th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) February 3rd - February 24th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 5:30 P.M -6:15 P.M. Ages: 3 – 5 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through October 20th for Oct/Nov Classes Through November 17th for Nov/Dec Classes October 1st- January 5th for January Classes October 1st- February 2nd for February Classes Description: Toddlers will learn the basics of dance while having fun and making new friends in the process. All classes will get practice sessions for a recital included in the cost. Recitals will be the end of February.

COMBO DANCE CLASS

When: October 21st - November 11th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) November 18th - December 16th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 25th) January 6th - January 27th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) February 3rd - February 24th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 4-6 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through October 20th for Oct/Nov Classes Through November 17th for Nov/Dec Classes October 1st- January 5th for January Classes October 1st- February 2nd for February Classes Description: This class combines Ballet, Tap and Jazz throughout the session so the student can get an even mix of the 3 styles of dance. High energy and fun. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital to be held at the end of February.

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HIP HOP/JAZZ DANCE CLASS

When: October 22nd - November 12th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) November 19th - December 19th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 26th) January 7th- January 28th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) February 4th - February 25th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 4-6 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through October 21st for October Classes Through November 18th for November Classes October 1st- January 6th for January Classes October 1st – February 3rd for February Classes Description: This class uses popular and current music the kids will know and recognize to learn dances and choreography with different elements. Age appropriate music that is energetic and appropriate. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital. Recitals will be the end of February.

BABY BALLET

When: October 22nd - November 12th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) November 19th - December 17th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 26th) January 7th - January 28th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) February 4th - February 25th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 5:30 P.M -6:15 P.M. Ages: 18 months - 3 Years Fee: $25 per session / *3 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration:Through October 21st for Oct/Nov Classes Through November 18th for Nov/Dec Classes October 1st-January 6th for January Classes October 1st- February 3rd for February ClassesDescription: Without mom and dad, the child gets to learn the basics of Ballet through music, movement, and balance. Fun, positive, and appropriate for the little ones. All classes will get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital. Recitals will be at the end of February at a date to be determined.

YOUTH FITNESS

YOUTH SPORTS AND FITNESS

When: October 1st – December 22nd Tuesday afternoons January 5th – May 25th Tuesday afternoons Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Ages: 6 – 12 Years Fee: $25/month Where: The Station Recreation Center Gymnasium Registration: By the first Tuesday of each month, 30 maximum Description: All types of sports will be learned and played to increase health and wellness in youth. A fitness regime will be developed for youth of this age to better develop muscles and cardio fitness. This class is perfect for home school health and fitness classes.

CREATIVE ARTS YOUTH ART

When: October 1st – December 21st Monday afternoons January 4th – May 31st Monday afternoons Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs. Old Fee: $25/month Registration: Through October 25th for December classes. Check with Front Desk for 2021 classes Description: In this class kids learn how to draw, paint, sculpt and build different things using all types of artistic media. Perfect for home school art classes.

YOUTH CLAY WORKS & CRAFTS When: Time: Where: Ages: Fee:

October 26th – November 16th Monday Nights (4 Classes) 5:30pm - 6:30pm The Station Recreation Center Activity Room 8 – 12 Years $25 per session / *5 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station

Registration: Through October 25th Description: In this class kids will create, mold and build different things using clay as your base.

PERFORMING ARTS COMBO DANCE CLASS

When: October 21st November 11th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) November 18th - December 16th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 25th) January 6th - January 27th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) February 3rd - February 24th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 7-8 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through October 20th for Oct/Nov Classes Through November 17th for Nov/Dec Classes October 1st- January 5th for January Classes October 1st- February 2nd for February Classes Description: This class combines Ballet, Tap and Jazz throughout the session so the student can get an even mix of the 3 styles of dance. High energy and fun. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital to be held at the end of February.

HIP HOP/JAZZ DANCE CLASS

When: October 22nd - November 12th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) November 19th -December 17th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) (No Class Nov. 26th) January 7th- January 28th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) February 4th - February 25th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 7-8 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through October 21st for Oct/Nov Classes Through November 18th for Nov/Dec Classes October 1st-January 6th for January Classes October 1st – February 3rd for February Classes Description: This uses popular and current music the kids will know and recognize to learn dances and choreography with different elements. Age appropriate music that is energetic and appropriate. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital. Recitals will be the end of February.

ADULT FITNESS

PICKLEBALL

When: Coed September 1st - December 29th Every Tuesday & Thursday Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm Ages: 18+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders, $20/month for Non-Passholders Where: Moore Community Center Gym Registration: on site Description: Play this nationally trending sport twice a week. Scoring and rules will be covered.

OPEN CORNHOLE

When: January 4th - February 22nd Every Monday (8 Classes) Time: 5:15pm- 6:15pm for January Classes Ages: 18+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders or Day Pass for the The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Gymnasium Registration: October 1st- January 3rd for Jan/Feb Classes Description: Enjoy family fun while learning one of the easiest games in the gym. League will be set up in the spring.

OPEN HORSESHOES When:

Women’s: September 14th - October 19th Every Monday (6 Classes) Men’s: September 1st – October 6th Every Tuesday (6 Classes)

OCTOBER 2020 • THE STATION SCHEDULE Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm Ages: 18+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders, $2 for Non-Passholders Where: Horseshoe Pitts at Fairmoore Park Registration: August 1st- September 1st for September Classes Description: Work on your shoulder and arm muscles so you can pitch the shoes! Scoring and rules will be covered.

CREATIVE ARTS

ADULT DRAWING CLASS

When: October 5th- October 26th Monday Nights (4 Classes) January 12th-February 2nd Tuesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:45pm - 8:30pm for October Classes 6:30pm - 8:15pm for January Classes Ages: 15+ Fee: $20 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through October 4th for October Classes October 1st- January 11th for January Classes Description: Use various drawing media including charcoal, pencil, and ink. Subjects will include still life, landscape, perspective, and portraits. All supplies included. Class taught by certified art instructor.

SPECIAL INTEREST SPANISH 4 ADULTS

When: September 2nd - October 21st Every Wednesday (8 Classes) January 4th - February 22nd Every Monday (8 Classes) Time: 6:15pm - 7:15pm Ages: 15+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: October 1st- January 3rd for January Classes Description: Learn Spanish for beginners. Adult classes will teach the basics of understanding and being able to use basic Spanish in the real world.

CONTINUATION SPANISH 4 ADULTS

When: January 7th - Febuary 25th Every Thursday (8 Classes) Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Ages: 15+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: October 1st-January 3rd for January Classes Description: For anyone who has completed Spanish 4 Adults at the Station or is interested in refreshing their Spanish. This class is not for beginners but is for those who are past the beginner step but are not quite at the intermediate level. This class will continue to teach the basics of understanding and being able to use basic Spanish in the real world. This class will also use more conversation and further enhance your Spanish vocabulary.

FAMILY FAMILY TEAM CHALLENGE NIGHT

When: One Friday of each month beginning September 25th (9/25/20, 10/23/20, 11/20/20, 12/18/21) Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Ages: All ages - Children 6 & Under must be accompanied by an Adult. Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Instructor: The Station Staff Description: Family v. Family! Is your family good at Trivia, or how about Connect 4, Hearts or Backgammon? Tournaments will be set up for the fun and festivities on these great family night gatherings!

TABLE TENNIS LESSONS When: Time: Ages: Fee: Where:

September 18th – December 11th (no activity November 27th) 7:30pm - 9:30pm 6 & Up, families encouraged Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass The Station Recreation Center

CAMPS

FALL BREAK ART CAMP When:

October 16th

Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm Ages: 6 to 12 Fee: $25 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: August 1st –October 15th Instructor: Donna Barnard Class Minimum: 10 Class Maximum: 25 Description: Have fun exploring painting, printmaking and other projects. All supplies and snack included. Class taught by a certified art instructor.

FALL BREAK GIZMO’S, GADGETS, & THANG’S CAMP PRESENTS: SAVING THE EARTH

When: October 16th Time: 12:30pm – 4:30pm Ages: 7 to 14 Fee: $25 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: August 1st –October 15th Class Minimum: 10 Class Maximum: 25 Description: Science has never been this much fun before. In this camp you will learn how to make bags out of t-shirts, make crafts from recycled projects, talk and learn more about how trash hurts the environment and how to help the environment and improve animal habitats. This is a fun-filled camp and action packed into a one-day camp that is also very educational. Don’t miss out on this awesome chance to learn new and exciting things while also having a blast.

FALL BREAK BASKETBALL CAMP

When: October 16th Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm Ages: 7 to 14 Fee: $25 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: August 1st –October 15th Class Minimum: 20 Class Maximum: 150 Description: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. What better way than by getting to play basketball for a week and learn some new things in the process.

THANKSGIVING BREAK ART CAMP

When: November 23rd – November 25th Time: 9AM-12PM Ages: 6 to 12 Fee: $55 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: October 1st- November 22nd Class Minimum: 10 Class Maximum: 25 Description: Create colorful paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and more. You will use watercoolers, paint, crayons, beads, strings, and clay. So much fun and the best part is you get to keep and take home what you make.

THANKSGIVING BREAK GIZMO’S, GADGETS, & THANG’S CAMP PRESENTS: WACKY SCIENCE

When: November 23rd – November 25th Time: 1PM-4PM Ages: 7 to 14 Fee: $55 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: October 1st-November 22nd Class Minimum: 10 Class Maximum: 25 Description: Science has never been this much fun before. In this camp you will get to create and participate in experiments, make a mess, and get your hands dirty all in the name of Science. Don’t miss out in the action as this camp is sure to fill up fast.

THANKSGIVING BREAK BASKETBALL CAMP When: Time: Ages: Fee: Where:

November 23rd – November 25th 9AM-12PM 7 to 14 $55 The Station Recreation Center

Registration: August 1st – November 22nd Class Minimum: 20 Class Maximum: 150 Description: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. What better way than by getting to play basketball for a week and learn some new things in the process.

ALL ABOARD KIDS CLUB

When: Through December 31st (except holidays) Time: Monday – Friday 4:00pm – 8:00pm Saturdays – 9:00am – 3:00pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Ages: 7-12 Fee: Free for Station Passholders & The Station Day Pass Holders Instructor: The Station Staff Description: Designed especially for kids 7-12 years of age. Depending on the day the kids can, play various sports and games in the gym ranging from basketball, soccer, dodgeball and this is just to name a few. There will also be days and times where the youngsters can expand their mind by participating in arts and crafts as well having fun playing board games. The only requirements are that you are either a passholder or a day passholder and that children are between the ages of 7 and 12. We hope to see your kiddos come out and enjoy the fun. The Station really is a place for everyone!

YOUTH LEAGUES YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUES

When: Coaches Meeting: October 21st 6PM. Game Season Starts on December 11th and December 12th Time: Games are on Fridays and/or Saturdays. Game Times are TBD. 7 Game Season Ages: Boys & Girls 7/8, 9/10; Age Determination Date: December 1st, 2020 Fee: $70 Resident, $80 Non-Resident, $20 Late Fee after September 27th Where: The Station Recreation Center & Moore Community Center Sign-ups: August 28th – September 27th Registration Type: Online www.cityofmoore.com/fun Coaches Registration: August 1st – September 27th Birth Certificates Due: November 6th by 5PM Practices Begin: October 26th Practice Bid Sheet Due: October 23th at 8AM

MOORE YOUTH ALL STAR BASKETBALL LEAGUE FEATURING AN ALL STAR SHOWCASE ON THE THUNDER COURT!

When: Coaches Meeting: October 22nd 6PM. Game Season Starts on December 11th and December 12th Time: Games are on Fridays and/or Saturdays. Game Times are TBD. 7 Game Season Ages: Boys & Girls, 6th Grade, 11-12yrs.; Age Determination Date: December 1st, 2020 Fee: $75 Resident, $85 Non-Resident, $20 Late Fee after September 27th Where: The Station Recreation Center & Moore Community Center Sign-ups: August 28th – September 27th Registration Type: Online www.cityofmoore.com/fun Coaches Registration: August 1st – September 27th Birth Certificates Due: November 6th by 5PM Practices Begin: October 26th Practice Bid Sheet Due: October 23th at 8AM Teams will be registered as Moore Elementary School 6th Grade Teams. Thunder Game ticket and a special day on the Thunder court included. Showcase on the Thunder court is subject to COVID guidelines and NBA fan attendance policies and may change.

YOUTH SPRING SOCCER 2021

When: Coaches Meeting: March 1st 7PM Games start on March 27th Time: Games are on Saturdays. Game Times are TBD. 6 Game Season Ages: Boys & Girls Co-Ed 3/4 & 5/6, Boys and Girls 7/8 Age Determination Date: March 28th, 2021 Fee: $60 Resident, $70 Non-Resident, $20 Late Fee after February 16th Where: Central Park or Buck Thomas Park (TBD at a later date) Sign-ups: January 1st- February 14th Registration Type: Online www.cityofmoore.com/fun Birth Certificates Due: March 19th by 5PM Practices Begin: March 9th Practice Bid Sheet Due: March 5th at 8AM

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OCTOBER SPORTS CALENDAR

MOORE Football October 2 October 9 October 15 October 22 October 30

@Edmond North Norman North @Union Putnam City @Owasso

Softball October 1 October 7-9 October 12 October 13 October 15-17

Carl Albert Regional Tournament Piedmont Special Olympics Game State Tournament

Volleyball October 1 October 6 October 8 October 12-13 October 18-20

Deer Creek @OKC Storm Choctaw (Senior Night) Regionals State Tournament

Cross Country October 1 October 5 October 13 October 24 October 31

@Owasso @Sulpher COAC Meet Regionals State Meet@Edmond Santa Fe

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SOUTHMOORE Football October 1 October 9 October 15 October 23 October 30

Mustang (Homecoming) @Putnam City Owasso @Edmond North Union (Senior Night)

Softball October 1 October 7-9 October 15-17

WESTMOORE Football October 2 October 9 October 15 October 23 October 30

Edmond Santa Fe @Enid Norman (Senior Night) Edmond Memorial (Homecoming) @Yukon

@Chickasha Regionals State Tournament

Volleyball October 1 October 2-3 October 5 October 8 October 12-13 October 18-20

Softball October 2-3 October 7-9 October 15-17

@OC Shootout Regionals State Tournament

@Mustang @Jaguar Invitational @Norman @Stillwater Regionals State Tournament

Volleyball October 2-3 October 6 October 9 October 12-13 October 18-20

Jaguar Invitational Norman @Mustang Regionals State Tournament

Cross Country October 13 October 24 October 31

COAC Meet Regionals State Meet@Edmond Santa Fe

Cross Country October 13 October 24 October 31

COAC Meet Regionals State Meet@Edmond Santa Fe

SPORTS BY ROB MORRIS

LET THE GAMES BEGIN… AND CONTINUE:

MPS Navigates Difficult Path to Keep Athletes Playing

et’s be honest, with all the heightened concerns and safety requirements of the COVID-19 era, not many people really believed the administrators, coaches, and players could pull off a fall athletic season. But here we are, heading into October, and only a handful of games have been canceled or postponed. Frankly, it’s nothing short of a miracle. But Moore Public Schools athletic director, Brian Fitzgerald says it’s taken a lot of hard work. “It’s been a huge challenge, no doubt,” said Fitzgerald. “As a staff, it’s been essential for us to try and return our kids to some type of normalcy. But at the same time, the safety of our kids and coaches is the highest priority.” Fitzgerald says that everyone involved in MPS athletics has been staying up-to-date on the latest information about COVID-19 and working hard to make sure they’re in compliance with all safety recommendations. “It covers everything aspect of the extracurricular experience,” said Fitzgerald. “We worked hard all summer, and continue to do so, developing solid plans to make sure all the de-

tails are covered. That means things like regular and deep cleaning, making sure everyone is wearing masks and social distancing, and taking quick action when any situation arises.” All three high schools had to adjust by adding a “Zero Week” football game to make up for scrimmages canceled by other schools. Moore High School scrambled to schedule a makeup game after Norman High had to cancel, substituting a home game against Fort Smith (AR) Northside. When a group of their students was forced into quarantine, Westmoore was forced to cancel their game with Broken Arrow. They also had to postpone their game with Edmond Santa Fe by a day. But aside from those problems, there have been only a few other hiccups during the 2020 fall sports season. “Our kids, their parents, and our staff have been outstanding,” said Fitzgerald. “We’ve had a few bumps in the road, but they’ve all stayed positive and keep making the best out of a tough situation.” OCTOBER 2020 | MOORE MONTHLY | 43

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