The Station Schedule

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 City of Moore website at: cityofmoore.com or by calling The Station front desk at (405)793-5090

PROGRAMS AT THE STATION RECREATION CENTER

FUN WITH PAINT Come and join us as we have fun with paint! In this 4 week's class, participants will learn about the different types of paint while also creating beautiful projects along the way. Each week participants will be able to take home a different painting project! When: Wednesdays, December 6-27 Time: Tuesdays, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Ages: 10-12 years Fee: $30 Where: The Station Activity Room REGISTRATION LINK: cityofmoore.com/ departments-divisions/parks-recreation/ activities-camps-programs.

COOKIES + CANVAS The theme for this session will be over Christmas! Come and join us for a jolly good time! Cookies + Canvas is a time to gather together and create beautiful pieces of art while eating some delicious cookies! In this class, participants will follow the direction of the instructor while creating their own custom piece of art! When: Friday, December 9 Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Ages: All Ages (children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult) Fee: $30 Where: The Station Activity Room REGISTRATION: Online at cityofmoore. com/departments-divisions/parks-recreation/activities-camps-programs.

FIT AS A FIDDLE WHEN: Through Dec. 27 TIME: Tuesdays , 1–2 p.m. AGES: 3–5 FEE: $25 per month/5 Station Passholders per session no charge REGISTRATION: By the first Tuesday of each month, 20 maximum Toddlers will enjoy getting their exercise by running, jumping, tumbling on mats and dancing to favorite energetic songs.

HOLIDAY BREAK BASKETBALL CAMP 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 2 days and learn some new things in the process. WHEN: December 19-21 TIME: 9am – Noon AGES: 6-12 FEE: $60 REGISTRATION: Through December 18. REGISTRATION LINK: cityofmoore.com/ departments-divisions/parks-recreation/ activities-camps-programs.

HOLIDAY BREAK VOLLEYBALL CAMP Young volleyball players will have a chance to upgrade their skills while having a blast. WHEN: December 19-21 TIME: 9 a.m. - Noon AGES: 6–12 FEE: $60 REGISTRATION: Online through December 18. REGISTRATION LINK: cityofmoore.com/ departments-divisions/parks-recreation/ activities-camps-programs HOLIDAY BREAK SCIENCE CAMP In this 4-day camp, participants will explore the fascinating world of science and find out how it impacts their everyday lives! WHEN: December 27-30 TIME: 1–4 p.m. AGES: 6–12 FEE: $105 REGISTRATION: Through December 26. REGISTRATION LINK: cityofmoore.com/ departments-divisions/parks-recreation/ activities-camps-programs

HOLIDAY BREAK ART CAMP Come and join the fun as we create several different art projects using a variety of techniques! WHEN: December 27-30 TIME: 9am-noon AGES: 6-9 FEE: $80 REGISTRATION: Through December 26. REGISTRATION LINK: cityofmoore.com/ departments-divisions/parks-recreation/ activities-camps-programs

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Gaines and Jayhawks Soar in Breakthrough Season

Two hhousand and twenty-two has been the kind of season the Kansas Jayhawks and their fans have been waiting for a long time. A 5-0 start and a visit by ESPN's College Gameday program excited the RockChalk-Jayhawk community even after mid-season injuries and losses could have dampened their enthusiasm a bit.

Southmoore alum Donovan Gaines is a KU linebacker in his red-shirt sophomore year. Gaines says he and his teammates have been preparing for this breakthrough performance. "It has been a pretty amazing season," said Gaines. "But honestly, we came into the fall prepared to have this type of performance week after week. We felt from the beginning that we would be able to compete with anyone and get back to a bowl."

Gaines says the Jayhawks have gelled under the leadership of Coach Lance Leipold, who joined the team in 2021 after a very successful stint at the University of Buffalo.

"The system we have in place now allows us to have confidence in ourselves and each other," said Gaines. "We have these great core values, pride, and a relentless belief in each other. We worked hard to install that culture last year, and it's really paying off now."

Gaines finished a stellar

PHOTO COURTESY KANSAS JAYHAWK FOOTBALL

"Mostly, it's all early days where you're either focusing on what you're doing in the classroom and on the field," said Gaines. "I don't want to make it sound like I'm overwhelmed, but it does take discipline to focus on becoming one percent better as a player and a student every day."

As for life outside the classroom, Gaines says there's a lot to love about Lawrence.

"My favorite thing about Lawrence is the whole town," said Gaines. "There's a sense of being a part of something being around all these people. And then there's Johnny's Tavern, one of my favorite places to eat."

Gaines is also enjoying his schoolwork, especially his Education in Society and a history of rock and roll class. He doesn't stream much but says he's starting to get into the Game of Thrones series. And he has also mastered some essential pasta recipes while living away from home.

"I'm good with pasta," said Gaines. "I can probably whip up some Cajun shrimp fettuccine or some chicken alfredo without looking at a recipe."

Gaines has some words of encouragement for those athletes hoping to play at the next level as he and the Jayhawks wind down the season and prepare for whatever bowl game they end up with.

"Don't ever limit yourself," said Gaines. "Your goals and dreams are never as far from you as they may seem."

PHOTO COURTESY KANSAS JAYHAWK FOOTBALL