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How do I Move the Meter Forward in Sales Production? Have you ever worked for an organization where the sales production goals were set by management with zero input from the sales staff? This often produces Sales Dollar amounts that are not attainable and to a singleminded focus on “Sales Dollars” with little to no support as to how to reach the goal? If so, here is how that can set everyone up for failure: • When unrealistic sales goals are dictated without input from sales staff and market analysis has not been conducted to support the legitimacy of the sales goal, it becomes “not a winnable game” in the hearts and minds of the sales team and leads to disengagement. This generally dooms the sales goal’s achievability before the “game gets underway.” • When the sales team, market analysis, and the management team collaborate to develop the sales goals, you receive buy-in from the sales staff, it becomes a “winnable game or game on” resulting in engagement, and the likelihood increases that sales goals will be met or exceeded. • When emphasis is focused on the appropriate lead indicator (the number of face-to-face needs assessments conducted weekly with qualified leads) which directly influence Sales Dollars (the lag indicator) i.e. are predictable, measurable, and we can control the activity versus just wishing we can achieve the sales dollar goal, the sales meter begins to move forward in a positive way! • When each salesperson maintains their weekly, monthly and year-to-date scorecard reflecting their activity compared to the goal, it instills accountability and ownership. • When weekly “lightening meetings” are held focusing solely on the lead indicator (the number of face-to-face needs assessments conducted weekly with qualified leads), it establishes a cadence of accountability and ownership among the sales team and an opportunity for support. Therefore, one of the first steps in moving the meter forward in sales production is to define and identify the Lead and Lag indicators related to Sales Production.

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Lead indicators track the critical activities that drive or lead to the lag indicator. They predict success of the lag indicator and are influenced directly by the sales person or sales team. A common example of a lag indicator regarding sales production is sales dollars. For example, I wish to increase my 2019 sales volume from $500,000 in sales dollars to $1,000,000 in sales dollars in calendar year 2020. Traditionally most organizations have solely focused on the lag indicators. One of the main reasons for this is that lag indicators tend to be easy to measure since the events have already happened. For instance, it is very easy to pull a report of the sales dollars closed in the last quarter. But measuring what occurred in the past can only help so much. On the other hand, lead indicators measure inputs, progress, and your likelihood of achieving a goal in the future. These type of metrics serve as predictors of what is to come. Lead indicators track the critical activities that drive or lead to lag indicators. They predict success of the lag indicator and are influenced directly by the sales team. Lead indicators can also influence change, whereas a lag indicator can only record what has happened. What has become clear over years of research is that a combination of lead and lag indicators result in enhanced

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business performance overall. A lag indicator without a lead indicator will give no indication as to how a result will be achieved and provide no early warning about tracking towards a strategic goal. Equally important however is that a lead indicator without a lag indicator may make you feel good about keeping busy with a lot of activity, but will not provide confirmation that a business result has been achieved. Let’s look at one path to move the Sales Production meter forward: 1. The best lead indicator of increased business to business sales is the number of face-to-face needs assessments conducted with qualified prospects. This is a measure which we can control the activity and which directly predict and influences the dollar amount of Sales Production closed. If we set weekly goals, perhaps 10 face-to-face needs assessments conducted with qualified prospects, and also tract the lag indicator of weekly sales production closed, we will see dramatic improvement. 2. If we have each sales person to create and keep a scoreboard of this lead and lag measure – they will accept ownership and engage in the sales process, fully creating a winnable game. This scoreboard will cover weekly, month-to-date, and year-to-date numbers for both lead and lag measures. 3. If we develop a cadence of accountability by having weekly “lightening” meetings where each sales person calls out how they fared on their prior week’s goals and commits to how they will accomplish their next week’s goals, this will solidify and maintain engagement. The only discussion in this “lightening” meeting is around the lead measure of number of face-to-face needs assessments and the resulting sales dollars closed. Any other coaching or mentoring by the sales manager is covered in one-on-one meetings with the sales person. We should note that the power in this formula is focusing the salesperson’s effort on the goals that will make the most difference, instead of giving mediocre effort to dozens of goals. We are applying disproportionate energy to the activities that drive the lead measure, and this applies the leverage for achieving the lag measure. The scoreboard kept by the salesperson makes sure everyone knows the score at all times, so that they can tell whether or not they are winning. The weekly lightening meeting creates a cadence of accountability, a frequently recurring cycle of accounting for past performance, and planning to move the score forward. Note: There are other tasks which the sales person will need to be involved in for example: customer calls, customer discussions, face-to-face relationship management and relationship-development visits, and qualifying the prospects. However, these are all in support of the face-to-face needs assessment and quotations and proposals which directly impact the lag measure of increased Sales Production Dollars. In summary, if you want to move your sales production meter forward, consider making the complex simple by focusing your sales staffs’ finest efforts on the lead indicator that matters most, and notice the increase in the lag measure of Sales Dollars begin to increase significantly.

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sketches of moore by l.t. hadley

Moore’s Original Social Network

Although early settlers in the town of Moore worked hard to make a living for their families, they made time in their busy lives for recreation, entertainment, and culture. Many came from other other towns and states and realized the value of social activities to draw a community together and provide interest to lighten lives. Many had unique talents and abilities that needed a way of expression. Town residents and families from surrounding homesteads began early to socialize. Man is a social creature who needs friends and to be a part of his surroundings. Hard work and heavy responsibilities do not blot out that need, especially when it can be satisfied with little expense and only a little effort. Many men in their youth had played instruments, so it wasn’t long before the town had a budding band. A bandstand was erected

over the town well in the middle of Main and Broadway, and band concerts held. Families sat on quilts to enjoy the musical social, whatever it sounded like. One picture of the early 1900s shows a band composed of four trombones, two cornets, a bass drum and a tuba, and the musicians even had on coats with gold braid. Young boys entertained themselves with tops, marbles, foot races, and wrestling and, if one was lucky, a horse. Girls had jumping ropes, jacks, hopscotch, and homemade paper dolls. These kinds of entertainment did not go out of style for another 50 years. People enjoyed taffy pulls, quilting bees, and fiddling contests. Town picnics were a Fourth of July tradition, complete with fried chicken and ice cream. A pleasant grove near the location of the present park on S.W. 4th Street,

unofficially called “Dreessen’s Grove,” was the place families or classes from churches or school met for picnics and outings. The men played horseshoes, and the women sat and fanned faces hot from cooking for the picnic. When ice was available, ice cream socials blossomed. Citizens raised funds for town projects by holding box or pie supers, where ladies prepared decorated boxes with either a meal or pie inside, and the men and boys bid on them, usually in order to eat with some particular girl or lady. The trick was to be sure which box that particular lady had prepared. J.W. Payne built Moore’s first two-story building on the northwest corner of Main and Broadway. He had a grocery downstairs, but the upstairs boasted a hall for plays, vocal and instrumental concerts, and “literaries,” where people gave dramatic recitations or “spoke”

poems, such as “Abou ben Adham,” “The Last Hymn,” “The Boy on the Burning Deck,” “Jakes Squirrel” and “The Preacher and the Bear.” Ball games— baseball and football—were among the earliest entertainments. Everybody played ball! There are pictures of various teams through the years, one of which shows a famous ball player, Pepper Martin, who came to play with the Moore team for a while. Fun, entertainment, pleasure—the people of Moore in earlier times made their own. Times may have been hard, but these families loved life: enjoying the good and coping with the not-so-good. Note: This edition of Sketches of Moore was first published in a previous issue of Moore Monthly.

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(If you have any complaints about my complaints in this month’s column, complain to Metamucil. I think they’ve changed their formula and it’s made me irregular and irritable.) The Academy Awards. Man, I used to love that show. Used to. I don’t watch any more. I haven’t watched it in four years. As someone who grew up loving movies, it was a holiday as big as…well…at least as big as President’s Day. But it was definitely a Sunday I had marked on my calendar. My earliest memories of the show were in 1974 when a man streaked (ran naked, for you millennials and Gen-X-Y-Z kids who don’t know what that is) across the stage. The very British co-host, David Niven, quipped, “Isn’t it fascinating to think that the only laugh that man will get in his life is by stripping off and showing his shortcomings.” Check out the clip on YouTube. It’s brilliant.

For this Boomer, the golden years of the Oscars were the days when Billy Crystal played host. The show began with his hilarious parodies of the previous year’s top movies and featured Crystal hamming it up through a medley of movie hits. Crystal (and later to a lesser degree, Steve Martin) was the perfect host. He balanced love for the silver screen with a healthy self-awareness of the vast gap between the Hollywood elite gathered in the room and the rest of America…the vast, unwashed movie-going public that made their glamorous lifestyles possible.

Americans, lecturing and moralizing about issues on which they have no more expertise or knowledge than any banker, business manager, fast-food worker, teacher, or janitor in this country. It’s also unfortunate that the vast majority of that lecturing is directed at

half of the country with more conservative views. A bit of a personal, political aside here. No, I did not vote for the current president. No, I do not approve of his foolish use of Twitter. No, I don’t like him. At all. I am

Please make no mistake about it. In many ways, movie-making and cinematic storytelling continue to evolve in splendid ways. Whether you enjoy comic book blockbusters or intimate and dramatic independent films, there’s never been a better or broader selection of movies that are award-worthy. And the wins by the South Korean film, “Parasite,” were every bit as deserved as James Cameron’s bit Titanic sweep back in 1998. It’s not the movies that bother me as much as what the Academy Awards have come to stand for. You have people whose lives are nothing like the lives of the vast majority of

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opinions. I also have no problem at all with him voicing those opinions in whatever venue he chooses. But I’m not going to watch an award show (that I used to love) where people tell me that having dairy products as a part of my daily life is evil. Phoenix talked about using his Oscar win as a chance to be “a voice for the voiceless” and then launched on a rant so devoid of logic, reason, and support from science that it boggles the rational mind.

conservative, but a conservative who believes we need to address critical issues like climate change, health care, immigration, racism, etc. In fact, the most recent scientific research shows that the majority of Americans feel the way I do, regardless of whether we are identified as Republicans or Democrats. The divide between the extreme conservatives (read “white nationalists, alt-right”) and extreme liberals (read “Antifa, socialists”) is vast. But most of America lives between those extremes. We could address the significant problems facing us if that huge middle-ofAmerica population were honestly and fairly represented.

Dude, if you prefer almond milk over dairy in your coffee or cereal…by all means, proceed. If you think cows and other animals are on par with human beings and should be completely free to pursue happiness, joy, and procreation…more power to you. I’m just joining the majority of television viewers who are choosing not to watch these things anymore.

But we’re not represented. And the Academy Awards are a small part of that problem. Washington, D.C., and the lobbyists that infest that town ARE the most significant part of the problem. However, this is an entertainment and movie column…not a political one. So, I don’t have any answers for you on the bigger problem here.

Joaquin Phoenix giving his now-infamous acceptance speech during the 2020 Academy Awards.

What I do have is fatigue over the snide moralizing that is on display by people who benefit most from living and working in America.

Don’t get me wrong. I’m okay with people like the very talented Joaquin Phoenix having

No, I do not lack compassion (as my giving to local causes like helping the homeless and the hungry will attest to). No, it’s not that I don’t think we humans should be better stewards of the natural resources God has blessed us with. It’s just that I’m not going to be lectured at by millionaires who travel in first-class or private jets and limos while

not doing their own grocery-shopping or food preparation. I’m pretty sure the ratings verify that the vast majority of the people Hollywood criticizes and mocks each year agree. Bottom line. The Academy Awards are irrelevant. Yes, I’ll still watch and enjoy your movies. Yes, I understand that makes me part of those people who help support your lavish lifestyles. I’m okay with that. I’m okay with you expressing your opinions, no matter how weird and offensive I might find them to be. But like most of America, I’m done watching your awards show…which is a little sad. Not sad like I’m missing Thanksg iv ing or Christmas. Just sad like maybe I work for a company that doesn’t give us a day off on President’s Day.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • MARCH 2020 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT THE YELLOW ROSE THEATER PRESENTS: BRITISH INVASION The Award-Winning Yellow Rose Dinner Theater is Proud to present, “The British Invasion” for TWO SHOWS ONLY! These International Entertainers join us live on stage with a true tribute to all the great groups of the 60’s who came across the seas to invade and conquer the United States music scene! Music from such great groups as the Rolling Stones, Herman’s Hermits, the Hollies, the Animals, the Kinks, the Yardbirds, and of course the Beatles just to mention a few! TWO SHOWS ONLY: March 20th &21st. Tickets are going fast Make your plans now to experience the British Invasion for yourself! CALL NOW 405-793-7779 FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART March 3 Art Adventures 10:30 a.m. in the Dee Dee and Jon R. Stuart Classroom Free and open to kids of all ages Square by Mac Barnett, Illustrations by Jon Klassen Tuesday Concert 12 p.m. in the Sandy Bell Gallery Free and open to the public Flute Studio with Valerie Watts March 10 Art Adventures 10:30 a.m. in the Dee Dee and Jon R. Stuart Classroom Free and open to kids of all ages Mix It Up! By Hervé Tullet Tuesday Concert 12 p.m. in the Sandy Bell Gallery Free and open to the public Clarinet Studio with Suzanne Tirk March 17 Art Adventures 10:30 a.m. in the Dee Dee and Jon R. Stuart Classroom Free and open to kids of all ages Dog Loves Drawing by Louise Yates March 24 Art Adventures 10:30 a.m. in the Dee Dee and Jon R. Stuart Classroom Free and open to kids of all ages Iggy Peck, Architect by Andrea Beaty, Illustrations by David Roberts Tuesday Concert 12 p.m. in the Sandy Bell Gallery Free and open to the public Tuba and Euphonium Studio with Brian Dobbins March 28 Spotlight Saturday: Renegades 1 to 3 p.m. Free and open to visitors of all ages Join us for an afternoon of activities highlighting the special exhibition Renegades: Bruce Goff and the American School of Architecture. Take part in a collaborative building challenge, design your own outrageous organic structure, explore the museum with a scavenger hunt, and enjoy light refreshments. March 31 Art Adventures 10:30 a.m. in the Dee Dee and Jon R. Stuart Classroom Free and open to kids of all ages The Squiggle by Carole Lexa Schaefer

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Tuesday Concert 12 p.m. in the Sandy Bell Gallery Free and open to the public Violin Studio with Min Jeong Koh Renegades: Bruce Goff and the American School of Architecture January 24 – April 5, 2020 “A new school, probably the only indigenous one in the United States” is how architect Donald MacDonald characterized the radical School of Architecture that developed at the University of Oklahoma (OU) after WWII. At the time, most architecture schools in the the United States either followed the classical tradition of the French Beaux Arts model or the German Bauhaus model, centered on abstraction and materiality. The University of Oklahoma School of Architecture stood apart from these two trends and created an authentically American approach to design. Under the leadership of Bruce Goff (1904-82), Herb Greene (b. 1929), Mendel Glickman (1895-1967), Elizabeth Bauer Mock (1911-98), and others, OU faculty developed a curriculum that emphasized individual creativity and experimentation. Students were taught to look to sources beyond the accepted canon of Western architecture and to find inspiration in everyday objects, the natural landscape, and non-Western cultures such as the designs of Native American tribes. The results of this pedagogical experiment—the fantastic environments imagined on paper and through built works—are characterized by experimental forms, attention to context, and material resourcefulness. The architects of the American School have long been characterized as renegades, iconoclasts, and apostates. Renegades: Bruce Goff and the American School of Architecture showcases the radical pedagogy and practices that emerged from Oklahoma in the mid-century. The exhibition includes over 150 drawings, documents and objects, many of which are drawn from the newly created American School Archive in the OU Libraries Western History Collection. Original drawings by students and architects of the American School highlight the creativity and originality of this work. Organized into three sections, the exhibition tells the story of dramatic change in architectural education. From Beaux-Arts to Bauhaus, the first section, highlights the evolution in American architecture schools at the time. The second section, Bruce Goff and the School of Architecture at OU, showcases the curriculum and student work produced at OU as well as the work of faculty at the time. Bruce Goff and His Legacy, the third section, highlights the built works of American School architects around the world. After seeing Renegades, you’ll understand why contemporary starchitect Frank O. Gehry called Bruce Goff “the model iconoclast, the paradigm of American." O. Gail Poole’s Sideshow January 24 – May 10, 2020 Sideshow surveys the satirical and often irreverent imagery of artist O. Gail Poole. Orville Gail Poole (1935-2013), often known simply as Poole, was born in Marlow, Oklahoma. He developed an interest in art early in childhood, receiving encouragement and support from his mother, Hazel. He continued his education at the University of Oklahoma and, after his graduation in 1957, pursued a career in advertising. Poole worked with Ackerman McQueen initially before founding the advertising firm Poole-Hobbes, Inc. in 1967. During this time, he began painting images of the American West in an impressionistic style. The success of his painting career encouraged him to sell his shares in the firm in 1975 and devote himself to a career as an artist. He took lessons from Oklahoma City artist Dick Goetz and exhibited widely. By 1990, however, Poole began creating enigmatic and witty caricatures as a critique on the foibles of American culture. These paintings employed diverse influences ranging from the Renaissance to Vincent van Gogh to create uncanny environments. O. Gail Poole’s Sideshow explores the oddities of the

artist’s late work. Sideshows are, by definition, diversions that use the spectacular, unusual, or bizarre to entertain or distract the masses, and Poole’s work reminds us that the sideshow is everywhere we look. OCCC VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER THEATER National Theatre Live – Tom Paxton and The DonJuans It will be a night to remember as GRAMMY® Lifetime Achievement Award winner and folk icon, Tom Paxton, teams up with the GRAMMY® winning singer/songwriter duo The DonJuans - Don Henry and Jon Vezner. Collectively, their songs have been covered by: Harry Belafonte, John Mellencamp, Miranda Lambert, Neil Diamond, Ray Charles, Pete Seeger, Kathy Mattea, Blake Shelton, Peter, Paul & Mary, and Bob Dylan…just to name a few. This concert will feature Tom on guitar/vocals/stories, Don on guitar/vocals/uke/banjo/grins, and Jon on piano/ vocals/guitar/uke and the kitchen sink. For tickets visit the OCCC Performing Arts Center webpage: http://tickets.occc.edu/ upcoming-events or call (405) 682-7579.

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 AND EVENTS City Council Meeting, Monday, March 2 at 6:30 p.m., Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore Parks Board Meeting, Tuesday, March 3 at 7:00 p.m., Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore. Board of Adjustment Meeting, Tuesday, March 10, 5:30 p.m., Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore. Planning Commission Meeting, Tuesday, March 10, 7:00 p.m., Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore. City Council Meeting, Monday, March 16, at 6:30 p.m., Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore. Moore Economic Development Authority Meeting, Monday, March 16, 6:30 p.m., Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore. Job Fair at The Station at Central Park, March 13, 9:00 a.m. to Noon, Meeting Rooms 1 & 2, The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway. We are looking for outgoing, friendly people to join our team. We will be interviewing and hiring on-site for open positions. POSITIONS: Summer Camp Jobs—Summer Camp Supervisor, Summer Day Camp Specialist, Aquatic Center Jobs— Lifeguard, Aquatics Manager, Aquatics Deck Attendant, Aquatic Cashier, Swim Instructors, Concession Supervisor, Concession Attendant. For more information please call (405) 793-5090 Coffee with a Cop, Saturday, March 21, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., McDonald’s, 350 S. Eastern. Building relationships. One cup at a time. Coffee with a Cop brings police officers and the community members they serve together–over coffee–to discuss issues and learn more about each other.The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down the barriers between police officers and the citizens they serve. Stop by and meet the officers who service the community with great pride. Oh, and have a nice cup of hot coffee complements of McDonald's.

Animal Welfare Vaccination Clinic, March 28, 1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m., Moore Community Center, 301 S. Howard Avenue. $45.00 includes: Micro-chip, Rabies & Vaccine (Bordetella sold separately)Individual Vaccines: Rabies: $15; Micro-Chip $25; DAPP (dogs) $10; FVRCP (cats) $10; Bordetella (dogs) $10; City Tags for Moore Residents - $2.50 per dog. For more information please call the 793-5190.

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. Moore Chamber of Commerce Live Trivia Night, Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., HeyDay Entertainment, 3201 Market Place, Norman. Think you know it all? Put your knowledge to the test and prove it at HeyDay Trivia Night. ½ priced domestics and discounted appetizers while you play. Call 405-794-3400 for details. Moore Chamber of Commerce Networking Luncheon, Tuesday, March 3, 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main Street. Contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 for more information or email kbrown@moorechamber.com. Moore Chamber of Commerce Morning Buzz, Friday, March 6, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Boomerang Diner, 1305 N. Broadway, 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Morning Buzz is a breakfast series which aims to connect businesses by facilitating the exchange of ideas and strategies for business growth and success through connections. Contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 for more information or email kbrown@moorechamber.com. $5 Nosh Night with Divine Comedy, Friday, March 6, 8:00 apm. to 10:00 p.m., Nosh Restaurant, 200 SE 19th Street. Come see a stand-up comedy showcase! With unlimited chips and salsa! $5. For more info visit noshinmoore.com. Moore Chamber of Commerce Business Before Hours, Thursday, March 12, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Chick-Fil-A, 1009 S. Telephone Road. This event is a business networking opportunity for Moore Chamber of Commerce Members. Attendees can make meaningful connections that can result in successful business leads. Food and beverages are served. Check out the Chamber Calendar for the location of the next one! Contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 for more information or email kbrown@moorechamber.com.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • MARCH 2020 Moore Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours, Wednesday, March 25, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Location To Be Announced. 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! Contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 for more information or email kbrown@moorechamber.com. Moore Chamber of Commerce Eggs n’ Issues, Tuesday, March 24, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main Street. Eggs & Issues is the Moore Chamber of Commerce's forum where our business community gathers to discuss business and legislative issues. $10.00 registration, RSVP Required. Contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 for more information or email kbrown@moorechamber.com. Moore Chamber of Commerce Brain Food: Keep More Dough in Your Pocket, Tuesday, March 31, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main Street. The Chamber Brain Food Series is an innovative and creative program as noted. Chamber members who are experts in their fields are invited to share their expertise with other Chamber members over the lunch hour. Each lunch will focus on topics related to professional and personal development. $10 registration, RSVP Required. Contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 for more information or email kbrown@moorechamber.com. South OKC Chamber of Commerce Medicare 101 Meeting by Eagle Group Associates, Tuesday, March 10, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Eagle Group Associates, 8005 S. I-35 Service Road, Suite 108. Don't miss this no-cost Medicare 101 meeting. Join us for easy to understand answers to your Medicare questions. We'll review: Eligibility Requirements, Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage, The Parts of Medicare. Light refreshments will be offered. Seating is limited. Please RSVP to (405) 602-1554. South OKC Chamber of Commerce Spring Into Action with Google’s Business Insight Tools, Wednesday, March 10, 11:00 a.m .to 12:00 p.m. at The South OKC Chamber, 701 SW 74th Street. 2020 is here and so is the first Grow with Google livestream of the year. This virtual event focuses on business insights, and in one info-packed hour, we'll share how to use two powerful (and free) tools that can help businesses make decisions using data. First, we'll explain how businesses can use Google Analytics to discover how consumers are engaging with their website. Then we'll discuss how a free Google tool called Market Finder can help businesses identify new markets and customers from around the world. Limited to the first 8 respondents. Contact Liz Cromwell at 405-634-1436 or LizCromwell@southokc.com for information. South OKC Chamber of Commerce Dream Team Networking Group, Wednesday, March 11, 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at NOSH, 200 SE 19th Street, Moore. This is one of the two Chamber's monthly networking groups! Success always starts with a dream! The Dream Team group meets once a month at lunchtime on the second Wednesday. Everyone participates in the round of self-introductions! Non-Chamber members are welcome to attend once, prior to joining the South OKC Chamber. For more information contact Linda Richardson with HMIpromos at LRichardsonOKC@aol.com or 405-473-8008 or Marla Robinson with Wonderland Treasures at 405-514-8937 or MarlaKay1@aol.com South OKC Chamber of Commerce Medicare 2020: How To Manage Changes, Tuesday, March 17, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Integris Southwest Medical Office Building, 4200 S. Douglas, Suite B10. Medicare Senior Service Specialist, John Vincent, from the Medicare Assistance Program, Oklahoma Insurance Department, will be here to present all the current information about Medicare in 2020. We are sure he will be able to answer your questions or direct you to the right resources that are available to you. This is a free event but registration is required. Contact Information: INTEGRIS Senior Life Wellness at (405) 717-9812

South OKC Chamber of Commerce Medicare 101 Meeting by Eagle Group Associates, Tuesday, March 24, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Eagle Group Associates, 8005 S. I-35 Service Road, Suite 108. Don't miss this no-cost Medicare 101 meeting. Join us for easy to understand answers to your Medicare questions. We'll review: Eligibility Requirements, Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage, The Parts of Medicare. Light refreshments will be offered. Seating is limited. Please RSVP to (405) 602-1554. South OKC Chamber of Commerce Instant Connections, Wednesday, March 25, 8:30 a.m to 10:00 a..m., at Autumn Leaves of Southwest OKC, 2232 SW 104th Street. This one-hour networking event will allow attendees to share information about their respective businesses. Attendees are allowed 90 seconds at each table to share information and then move to a new audience and repeat the process. The session is free; but a $10 no-show fee applies to any cancelations after March 23, 2020. Instant Connections is limited to the first 36 responders and is a members-only event. Contact Information: Liz Cromwell at (405) 634-1436 or LizCromwell@southokc.com

FITNESS AND DANCE CLASSES BOOTCAMPS: • Morning Bootcamp is available at First Moore Baptist Church every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 a.m. Ages 13 and up. The class is $2. Call (405) 793-2600 for more information. • Evening Bootcamp is available at First Moore Baptist Church every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:00 p.m. Ages 13 and up. The class is $2. Call (405) 793-2600 for more information. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo, classes held Monday – Sunday at 117 Skylane Drive in Norman for ages 7 and up. A non-profit organization, all classes are offered in a family friendly environment. Fees are $20 per month for an individual or $40 per month for a family. Discount uniforms are available. For more information, call (405) 465-1925 or send an email to fiftyonefiftybjj@yahoo.com. Adult Salsa Classes, every Wednesday 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Adelante Dance Studio (Inside Moore Old School) 201 N. Broadway, Suite 201. $10 per class or $35 a month. Call (405)586-0201 for more information. First Moore Baptist Church of Moore Community Life/Recreation Center, The Link is open Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Wednesdays and Fridays, 6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; and Saturday open 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Two basketball courts and racquetball courts, fitness center and walking/running track. For more information, call (405) 735-2527. Karate, First Moore Baptist Church, every Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The classes are free for anyone ages 8 and up. Uniforms available at a discounted rate. Call (405) 793-2600 for more information. Morning Fitness, First Moore Baptist Church, every Monday at 9:00 a.m. Ages 40 and up preferred. The class is $2. Call (405) 793-2600 for more information.

KIDS’ CORNER Afterschool Matters, First Moore Baptist Church, Tuesdays from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. This program helps students work towards academic success. Available to 1st – 6th grade. Contact director Carissa Taylor at carissa.taylor@fbcmoore.org to learn more about enrolling your child or to volunteer. LOGOS Children and Youth Program, Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. through November 21, First Christian Church, 629 NW 12th Street (enter through the west side of building). LOGOS is open to all children from 1st through 12th grade.

LOGOS offers worship skills, recreation, bible study and fellowship to all children and adults. LOGOS spring semester is underway and starts at 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm every Wednesday through April 5th. Please come join us, everyone is welcome. Growing up in today’s world is tough. Youth and children must be able to face this reality and live with purpose, hope, faith and joy. We believe passionately that these qualities of life are uniquely found in a relationship with Jesus Christ. First Christian's LOGOS ministry exists to foster this relationship. The components of the LOGOS ministry follow the example of the early Christians as outlined in Acts 2:42. They include Bible Study, Worship Skills, Recreation and Family time. For more information contact Melissa Fallon at melissa@fccmoore.org or visit www.fccmoore.org/ministry/logos. Boy Scouts Meetings, Mondays, 7:00 p.m., Moore First United Methodist Church, 201 W. Main St. Cub Scouts Meetings, Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Moore First United Methodist Church, 201 W. Main St. Girl Scouts Meetings, Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Moore First United Methodist Church, 201 W. Main St. YMCA Before and After School Care, Moore Community Center. Call (405) 378-0420 for participating schools and more information.

MUSIC/ARTS Southern Hills School of Fine Arts, 8601 S. Penn, Oklahoma City. Enrolling children and adults for private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, bass, drums, strings, brass and woodwinds. Call Sarah Gee at (405) 735-6387.

RECOVERY AND SUPPORT GROUPS Emotions Anonymous, meets every Wednesday at 6p at Earlywine YMCA. A weekly support group for men and women having emotional difficulties, looking for peace of mind. Contact info should you have any questions is Bruce Allen 405-364-9845 or otto1manx@yahoo.com.

Fresh Start Community Church Fireside Room. We offer help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. Please contact the office at (405) 794-7313, Lyn Jacquemot at (405) 326-5554, or ladylyn1941@gmail.com to register or participate.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY:

HOPE Addictions Recovery, every Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Beth Haven Baptist Church, 12400 S. Call Pastor Rick Carter at (405) 691-6990 for information.

• Faith Crossing Baptist Church Celebrate Recovery, Mondays at 6:30 p.m., 13701 S. Pennsylvania, Oklahoma City. • First Moore Baptist Church Celebrate Recovery, Thursday nights, 6:30 p.m., First Moore Baptist Church, 301 NE 27th Street. Call (405) 793-2600 for more information. Support and help for those struggling with addiction. • Fresh Start Community Church Celebrate Recovery 12 Step Program, Tuesday nights, 6:30 p.m., 309 N Eastern. Call (405) 794-7313 for more information. Dementia/Alzheimer’s Support Group, Village on the Park, 1515 Kingsridge, Oklahoma City. Contact Karen Proctor at (405) 692-8700 for meeting times and details. Divorce Care, First Moore Baptist Church, Wednesday nights, 6:15 p.m., 301 NE 27th Street. Support group for those going through a divorce. Call (405) 793-2600 for more information. Grief Share Support Group, First Moore Baptist Church, every Monday night at 6:30 p.m., 301 N.E. 27th Street. Support group for individuals and family members struggling with life events such as death, divorce, and disappointments and learning healthy ways to cope with life. Call (405) 793-2600 for more information. Grief Share Support Group, Fresh Start Community Church, every Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., 309 N. Eastern, Moore,

Survivors of Suicide (SoS), every Monday night at 6:30 p.m., First Moore Baptist Church, 301 NE 27th Street. For more information please contact the church office at 405-793-2600.

SENIOR CONNECTION Moore Senior Citizen Nutrition Site, Monday – Friday, 11:30 a.m., Brand Senior Center, 501 E. Main, (405) 793-9069. Call by 1:00 p.m. the day before to request a meal. Donation for a meal for seniors 60 and above is $2.25. Required cost for meal for guests under 60 is $5.00. 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

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • MARCH 2020 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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American Cancer Society seeks volunteers who would like to help drive patients to their cancer treatment and/or volunteer with our local Relay for Life event. For more information visit www.relayforlife.org/mooreok or contact Mel Rogers at (405) 841-5817 or mel.rogers@cancer.org.

American Legion Meetings, every Wednesday, 12:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m., 207 SW 1st St., Moore. Open for all veterans. Call (405) 794-5446 for more information.

Blue Star Mothers of America. Moore City Hall is a donation drop-off for items for our service members overseas. For needs, see www.bsmok6.org or go to City Hall.

DAR SEEKS MEMBERS: The Daughters of the American Revolution is a lineage based, non-profit, non-political women’s Service Organization, whose motto is “God, Home, and Country”. We promote Historic Preservation, Education and Patriotism. DAR was founded October 11, 1890. ANY woman, 18 years of age or older regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from an ancestor who aided in achieving American independence is eligible for membership. For more information please contact us at: www.DAR.org

Help Deliver Meals to Moore homebound residents. Volunteer drivers needed. Call Darlene Carrell, (405)793-9069, Brand Center.

Malcolm Hunter Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, the second Wednesday of each month, Hillcrest Presbyterian Church, 6600 S. Penn, at 1:00 p.m. For more information, contact Betty Worley at 405-691-9161. Moore Horseshoe Pitching Club, every Thursday, 6:00 p.m., Fairmoore Park. For more information, contact (405) 237-1171. Moore Rotary Club, Wednesdays at Moore Chamber of Commerce. Moore Rotary Club is a civic organization dedicated to contributing and volunteering in our community. Moore Toastmasters, every Thursday, 7:00 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 201 W. Main St., Moore. Become the speaker and leader that you want to be. Join our group as we practice Toastmasters’ proven learn-by-doing program. The Oklahoma Women Veterans Organization, the third Saturday during the months of February, April, June, August, October and December, 11:00 a.m., Sunnylane Family Reception Center, 3900 SE 29th St., Del City. If you need directions, call (405) 445-7040. South Oklahoma City Rotary Club, every Friday, 12:00 p.m., Southwest Integris Cancer Center, SW 44th St. and S. Western, Oklahoma City. A civic organization dedicated to contributing and volunteering in our community.

The Hugs Project, a non-profit organization, puts together care packages for our troops in the Middle East. For more information, call (405) 651-8359 or TheHugsProject@cox.net. Moore Food Resource Center, a part of the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, allows volunteers to help fight hunger in Moore. Volunteers at the Moore Food Resource Center will assist with a variety of tasks, including serving as client shopper helpers, assisting with loading and unloading vehicles, sorting and shelving food items and cleaning. The Moore Food Resource Center is located at 2635 N. Shields. For more information on becoming a volunteer, contact Alex Strout at astrout@regionalfoodbank.org or (405) 600-3186. Oklahoma Ducks Unlimited. Volunteering for Ducks Unlimited is a great way to have fun, meet new people and support Ducks Unlimited’s critical waterfowl habitat conservation mission. Whether you want to sell event tickets, gather donations, secure sponsorships or help put on a successful party and fundraising event, there are many opportunities that will fit your needs to support your local community. For more information about volunteering, please contact Mr. Nathan Johnson, Regional Director for Oklahoma Ducks Unlimited at (405) 3150093 or Mr. Randall Cole at (479) 220-9735. Serve Moore. Are you looking for a way to help others? Serve Moore is looking for volunteers to help with disaster relief and renewal projects. If you would like to volunteer or need volunteer help, visit www.servemoore.com/help to submit a request. You can also visit the Serve Moore headquarters located inside the Community Renewal Center at 224 S. Chestnut Avenue in Moore. For more information, visit www.servemoore. com or call (405) 735-3060.

VFW Bruce January Post 8706, the second Thursday of every month, 7:00 p.m., Lynlee Mae Event Center, 501 W. Main St., Moore. All veterans welcome. Call Mike Eaton at (405) 8314405 or go to www.vfwpost8706.org for more information. Women: Moms Club of Moore, the second Thursday of the month, Westmoore Community Church. Go to www.momsclubsofmoore.com for more information.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteer for the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, January 2 - January 28. Volunteer jobs include: sorting and processing produce, organizing the warehouse, stocking shelves, checking clients out, and more. For more information call 600-3188 or email MRom@regionalfoodbank.org, The food bank is located at 2635 N. Shields Blvd.

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BY KIM BROWN

How to Improve Your Business by Being a Chamber Ambassador Ambassadors are a voluntary position at chamber of commerce and play an essential role in member communication and retention. Each Ambassador is charged with conveying member needs, questions and concerns to Chamber staff. An ambassador would be expected to encourage member involvement. Whether you’re a member of the chamber of not, Chamber Ambassadors are a great resource. These people tend to be more in-the-know about the community and can offer a member’s perspective of the chamber. Being an ambassador can be a time commitment but will benefit your business in addition to the chamber. Ambassadors receive direct access to chamber members, getting your foot in the door with a local business. Talking about the chamber is an excellent ice breaker, and the relationship you build is just that – yours. Active Ambassadors generally receive a higher level of word of mouth referrals and direct business from fellow members. While the chamber typically has their own onboarding process, a personal welcome by an ambassador to new members will make you and your business stand out. When they have a question or attend an event, the ambassador will be the first person they seek out.

we do, we need to acknowledge our longest serving Ambassador, Glen Butler, serving just over 16 years as an Ambassador with the Moore Chamber. Join us in thanking our long serving Ambassadors: Chair of the Committee, Eddie Peck, Weokie Credit Union, Maggie Alfaro, First Fidelity Bank, Faithann Basore, Window Cleaning Plus, Glen Butler, Kathleen Cardott, Travel with Kathy, Gene and Dee Gibson, Ana Guerrero, First Fidelity Bank, Todd Lance, Edward Jones, Jeff Miles, Republic Bank & Trust, Ron Motley, Tish Norman, T.N.T. Print, Jennifer Seals, Fort Thunder Harley Davidson, Craig Swagerty, Legal Shield. Welcoming our newest members: Michael Allen, Neptune Innovations, Sue Carter, T-Mobile, Carrie Hoge, Springhill Suites by Marriott, Kelley Mattocks, Mattocks Printing, Jessica McCranie and Laci Perez, Moore Funeral & Cremation, Brooke Vierck, HealthCARE Express, Kerrie Young, Legend Assisted Living and Brandon Zabel, Zabel & Associates with Primerica.

Glen Butler Chamber Ambassador

Want to know more about becoming an ambassador with the Moore Chamber? Contact us at info@moorechamber.com for details. We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without the help of our Ambassadors. We would like to take a moment to thank our following Ambassadors as well welcome some new ones willing to go on this adventure with us. But before

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BY ROB MORRIS

The Soirée: Moore Public Schools Foundation’s “Party with a Purpose” Those familiar with the work of the Moore Public Schools Foundation will immediately recognize the non-profit organization's mission to "enhance, expand, and enrich students' educational experiences through private donations and gifts." Clayton Ramick, the organization's Executive Director, says the Foundation's annual gala, "The Soirée," is a chance to pursue that mission by partying with a purpose. "It's a unique sort of formal event where we acknowledge some of the incredible people who make it all possible," said Ramick. "But it's also a big party with some casino-style games, a silent auction, and a lot of fun, so we started using the phrase 'Party for Public Education.'" Ramick said The Soirée netted about $45,000 this year and that 100% of that money will go directly into the school district in the form of grants for teachers and site administrators. Combined with proceeds from the organization's annual golf tournament, the Foundation expects to funnel around $80,000-to-$100,000 back into the Moore Public Schools. Those grants can be used for materials and supplies, specialized equipment, visiting instructors or speakers, field trips, academic fairs, supplemental programs, and other educational experiences. "Anything that's new and innovative that a teacher wants to try to bring to our classroom or bring to their department," said Ramick. "The teachers can apply for materials, experience, or program grants in the fall, and all that money is disbursed by the beginning of October so that they have it for the entire school year." The teacher grants are typically focused on one classroom or subject. The Foundation has also begun giving site grants that impact entire schools. 30 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2020

"Last year, we funded some classroom sets of iPods and laptops and stuff like that," said Ramick. "We funded a whole outdoor classroom and a set of ukuleles for the music department. Things that like are not just in one classroom, but they're going to have an impact on kindergarten through the sixth graders." In addition to the grant programs, the Foundation also funds the "Thursday Folders." This is a program where 16,000 students from kindergarten through sixth grade get a folder every Thursday. That folder contains homework and essential notes to parents as well as an ad sold by the Foundation to help cover operational costs. "Because of the Thursday folder and being really diligent about setting up a great endowment and investments, we're able to cover our operating costs," said Ramick. "That allows us to give away 100% of the funds we raise from The Soirée and the Golf Tournament." The Moore Public Schools Foundation has been around since 1995. That's when a group of 30 community leaders came together with a plan to provide material support for the Moore Public Schools. The Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization that works to enhance academic excellence by providing funding not available through public sources, support the school district by helping inform the community and bring the city to the district by encouraging involvement in and support of Moore's public schools. 2020 marked the fifth year the Foundation has held The Soirée. Ramick says the event has been a fantastic success, raising a more significant sum of money each year of its existence. He also points out that the Foundation couldn't be as successful as it has

been without the outstanding volunteers who work so hard on behalf of the public schools. The Soirée is a place where those volunteers can be recognized. "This year, we got to honor Dr. Kristi Scoggins, who actually just aged out of our organization," said Ramick. "She's been on the board for nine years. We also honored Stacey Pruett, who has been on the school board for a number of years. Both of them have been such tremendous assets to our organization." Ramick is in his third year as Executive Director of the Moore Public Schools Foundation. He says he has come to deeply appreciate the work done by everyone in the Moore school district, particularly at the administrative level. "I can't say enough about Dr. Romines as a superintendent as one of the best leaders I think I've ever seen in any community," said Ramick. "The rest of the administrative teams is fantastic as well. I'm fortunate to get to work with folks like Michelle McNear and David Peak." Ramick says he and the Foundation board members intend to continue their support of every educator in the Moore School District by raising funds that will go directly into classrooms across the district. "We're so excited that the community continues to support our fundraising efforts," said Ramick, "And even happier that all that money we raise is going to be in the classrooms before the end of the semester." For more information on the Moore Public Schools Foundation, visit mooreschoolsfoundation.org.

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Moore's Assisted Living Community 301 N Eastern Ave. Moore, OK 73160 • 405-799-9919 It’s our 2nd annual fundraising event for the seniors of Cleveland County, hosted by Aging Services, Inc. on April 16th at the Yellow Rose Dinner Theater in Moore. Join us for Dinner, an Evening of live Motown music, and a raffle drawing as we raise funds and awareness center stage for the seniors of Cleveland County! Doors open at 6:00 pm, dinner starts at 6:45 pm and an evening of live Motown music from 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm. A raffle drawing will be held for a number of amazing gift items and baskets! Keep making a difference for the seniors in Cleveland County by attending this event!

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Taste: Hidalgo’s Brings Creative Menu to Moore 2713 S. I-35 Service Road 405-676-5334 Hidalgosrestaurant.com Hidalgo says you can sum up the experience of eating at their restaurant in one word: family. “No matter what else happens, we want customers to feel like eating at Hidalgo’s is like eating at home,” said Hidalgo. “All of our staff works hard to make sure everyone leaves feeling like family. having had a great meal and a great experience.” That great experience begins with a colorful atmosphere, highlighted by colorful murals and private rooms that can accommodate large groups, private parties, and meetings.

Just over five years ago, Juan Hidalgo and his wife were searching for a new business venture. Hidalgo had been in the car business for 16 years and was ready to do something different. They ended up choosing to open a restaurant that has become one of the more popular Mexican dining choices in Edmond. Hidalgo says that as word about Hidalgo’s spread, there were a lot of customers who made the drive up from Moore and Norman. Those folks would ask, “When are you going to open a place down in our neck of the woods?” 34 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2020

That question has been answered with the recent opening of the second Hidalgo’s location on the South I-35 Service Road. And for those unfamiliar with Hidalgo’s, the owner wants everyone to understand his foundational principle of what makes a restaurant successful. “The restaurant business is really tough,” said Hidalgo. “In the beginning, we figured out pretty quickly that a restaurant is not just about good food. You have to have good food, but people come back to places when they feel like they’re cared about when they feel like they’re at home.”

“We are really proud of our parilla,” said Hidalgo. “I think everyone should try it because it’s so unique.” You might be wondering exactly what parilla is. The easiest way to describe it is “fajitas on steroids.” The entrée features beef, pork, shrimp, and Columbian chorizo with plenty of grilled potatoes, onions, and bell peppers. It’s served with the restaurant’s signature Hidalgo beans. “First, we boil the beans, then we deep fry them with a little bit of onions, jalapenos, and tomatoes,” said Hidalgo. “What we end up with is a crispier bean that has a really great flavor, and when you mix it with some pico de gallo, it’s a fantastic flavor.”

“Not that many restaurants can seat groups of 20,” said Hidalgo, “But with our private rooms, we can do that. We also have fun times for the kids with face painting and a guy who comes in and does the balloon animals.”

Hidalgo beans are part of an extensive list of sides that include rice, refried beans, steamed beans, borracho beans, Mexican mashed potatoes, creamy corn, steamed corn, steamed veggies, and French fries. The menu itself features traditional and unique entrees along with low carb, seafood, senior, vegan, and seafood options.

Mexican food enthusiasts will also find an extensive menu that features all of the familiar classics, along with some unique entrees that are worth exploring.

“We’re really proud of how extensive our menu is,” said Hidalgo. “It doesn’t matter what you’re looking for, you can

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find it on our menu, and that includes a nice selection for the vegan community.” Among the unique menu items, you’ll find is the “Chimichile,” which is a chimichanga stuffed with a Chile Relleno filled with your choice of sirloin steak or fajita chicken. Hipsters will also be pleased with the inclusion of taco wraps and street tacos on the menu. Hidalgo says they’ve been really pleased with the response to the new Moore location and are experiencing great business during their first few weeks of opening. “I want to thank everybody from Moore for all the support we’ve had since we’ve opened,” said Hidalgo. “It’s been

really amazing the number of people who have come to dine with us and we're looking forward to getting to know more people in the community."

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From Seed to Spoon: March is a Favorite Month for Gardening microgreens chives

Hello Moore! It’s Dale & Carrie Spoonemore here to talk about what you can do in March to grow food! We converted our lawn into gardens to feed our family of 6, and we built our free app to make it easy for you to grow food too! Our app will give you customized planting dates (with reminders!) based on your location and will guide you through all aspects of growing your own food! Learn more and download for free at seedtospoon.net. March is one of our favorite times of the year for growing food. Life is beginning to emerge from the cold & dead of winter, and new sprouts are popping up everywhere! We’re starting many things

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directly from seed outdoors in March, and are continuing to plant new rounds of spring seeds indoors to transplant later. Check out our website for detailed guides on how we start seeds indoors on the cheap at seedtospoon.net/ IndoorSeeds. March is prime time for planting root crops like carrots, beets, radish, and

others. These plants don’t like to be transplanted and are best planted directly outside from seed. One key to planting these outside is keeping the seeds moist until they sprout. We’ve found it simple to do so with automated irrigation and have guides on YouTube showing how easy it is to build it out of PVC pipe or install drip irrigation system. Learn more at seedtospoon.net/watering. Peas also prefer to be planted from seed, and March is a great time to get them started! Peas require something to climb on, and a trellis can easily be made by attaching cattle panels to t-posts. Check out our YouTube channel for full details on how we build trellises on the cheap! We’re

also beginning to transplant the kale, broccoli, and cabbage

we started indoors last month and will direct seed more throughout our garden. We plant these densely and trim them down as they grow, eating the supernutritious “microgreens.” Check out our guide for how we grow microgreens at seedtospoon.net/microgreens. Lastly, March is a great time to transplant herbs into your garden! Fragrant herbs like rosemary, oregano, thyme, sage, and chives are some of our FAVORITE things to grow and have numerous health benefits! Check out what health conditions each plant h e l p s within our app and e v e n filter by a

Photo Credit: Dale and Carrie Spoonmoore Be sure to visit the www.seedtospoon.net for gardening blogs, videos, tips, and information on the SeedtoSpoon app for iOS, Android, and web browsers. specific health condition to find more plants to help you! These herbs also help repel pests from your other plants too! You can check out which plants help each other in our free app with the “companion plants” feature! You can also join us at the OKC Home + Garden Show on March 27th, 28th, and 29th for our FREE classes! Learn more at seedtospoon. net.

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March is National Athletic Training Month. Did you know Norman Regional’s Sports Medicine program has become one of the largest employers of Certified Athletic Trainers in the state?

Many of us are current, or former, Moore residents. I myself am a proud Moore High School alumni. We are hometown boys and girls at heart when it comes to standing together with our community. Time and again the people of Moore have shown our resilience when faced with seemingly overwhelming tragedy. One of our jobs as this community’s health system is to firmly stand in the gap between hope and healing for our patients, neighbors and families. As always, we are here serving our community, getting us all to a healthier place so this community can continue to be Moore Strong.

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Norman Regional Health System helps student athletes improve their performance, recover and prevent injuries through our Sports Medicine program. Our program launched last August and is unique in that we provide Certified Athletic Trainers to local schools. These highly skilled Athletic Trainers are on campus daily providing injury prevention and assessments, treatments for injuries and sporting event coverage for our local schools. In addition, we also provide physician coverage during football games in the Moore and Norman school districts as well as at Mount St. Mary Catholic High School. Norman Regional’s Sports Medicine Program even provides Athletic Trainer coverage for the Moore and Norman public schools’ junior high school football games. Our Athletic Trainers with the Moore schools are Chris Trobaugh and Ryan Clark at Southmoore, Philip Tucker and Allison Angelbeck at Westmoore, and Paul Walker and Miranda Hanson at Moore High School. This program began in August and provides outstanding care for our community athletes.

Our Sports Medicine Program is just one of the many ways Norman Regional serves our community as a leader in health and wellness care. Being a community health system means Norman Regional is locally owned and operated. Our more than 3,000 healers not only work for the health system serving Moore, Norman, South Oklahoma City and surrounding communities, but most of us live here too. These family practitioners, pediatricians, nurses, lab technicians, physical therapists, EMSSTAT paramedics, Senior Counseling Center workers, diagnostic imaging technicians, Daily Grind baristas, volunteers, and administrators – are your friends and neighbors.

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MOORE HEALTHY BY Destiny Howard, MS, RDN, LD, CNSC

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Ask a Dietitian: National Nutrition Month 2020 March is the best month of the year, because it’s National Nutrition Month! National Nutrition Month is an annual information and education campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). It was first initiated in 1973 as National Nutrition Week, and it became a month-long observance in 1980 in response to growing interest in nutrition. The second Wednesday of March is celebrated as Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day to recognize the dedication of RD’s as the leading experts and advocates for advancing the nutritional status of Americans and

people around the world. This year’s celebration will be March 11th. This year’s theme is “Eat Right, Bite by Bite”, which promotes eating a variety of nutritious foods every day while planning healthful meals each week, and the value of consulting a Registered Dietitian. As RD’s, we like to focus on making healthy lifestyle changes, not just “quick fixes”. Dietitians provide recipe ideas, cooking tips, as well as medical nutrition therapy to help clients and patients manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, etc.

WEEK ONE Eat a variety of nutritious foods every day!

• Include healthful foods from all food groups • Hydrate healthfully • Learn how to read Nutrition Facts Panels • Practice Portion Control • Take time to enjoy your food

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WEEK TWO Plan your meals each week!

• Use a grocery list to shop for healthful foods • Be menu-savvy when dining out • Choose healthful recipes to make during the week • Enjoy healthful eating at school and at work • Plan healthful eating when traveling

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WEEK THREE Learn skills to create tasty meals!

• Keep healthful ingredients on hand • Practice proper home food safety • Share meals together as a family when possible • Reduce food waste • Try new flavors and foods

WEEK FOUR Consult a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)! • Ask your doctor for a referral to an RDN

• Receive personalized nutrition advice to meet your goals • Meet RDNs in a variety of settings throughout the community • Find an RDN who is specialized to serve your unique needs • Thrive through the transformative power of food and nutrition

To see what’s happening during National Nutrition Month, you can go to the Academy’s website at www.eatright.org and follow their social media channels including Facebook and Twitter using #NationalNutritionMonth.

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THE STATION SCHEDULE • MARCH 2020 *This is a partial schedule of classes, camps, and activities available through Moore Parks and Recreation. For a full schedule please visit: cityofmoore.com/departments/parksrecreation/events-and-programs or centralpark.cityofmoore.com/activitiesprograms

SPRING BREAK CAMPS Art Camp WHEN: March 16th - March 20th TIME: 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center AGES: 6-12 REGISTRATION: February 1st - March 15th FEE: $95 w /T-shirt DESCRIPTION: Create colorful paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and more. You will use watercolors, paint, crayons, beads, strings, and clay. A lot of fun and the best part is you get to keep and take home what you make. Gizmo’s, Gadgets, & Thangs Camp Presents: Robots & Rockets WHEN: March 16th - March 20th TIME: 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center AGES: 7-14 REGISTRATION: February 1st - March 15th REGISTRATIONTYPE: Online FEE: $95 w /T-shirt DESCRIPTION: Science has never been this much fun before. Learn multiple, different science experiments and concepts that will have each camper feeling like a mad scientist. Extreme Animals Camp WHEN: March 16th - March 20th TIME: 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center AGES: 6-12 REGISTRATION: February 1st - March 15th FEE: $125 w /T-shirt DESCRIPTION: Get ready for a wildly entertaining experience! Get up close and personal with endangered species, creepy crawlies and more! You will also learn about different habitats and create different types of arts and crafts that relate to those species and their habitats. Basketball Camp WHEN: March 16th - March 18th TIME: 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center AGES: 7-14 REGISTRATION: February 1st - March 16th FEE: $70 w /T-shirt DESCRIPTION: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. Learn offensive and defensive skills and game like scenarios Volleyball Camp WHEN: March 19th - March 20th TIME: 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center AGES: 7-14 REGISTRATION: February 1st - March 15th FEE: $55 w /T-shirt 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 volleyball for 2 days and learn some new things in the process. Backyard Sports Camp WHEN: March 16th - March 20th TIME: 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center AGES: 7-14 REGISTRATION: February 1st - March 15th FEE: $75 w /T-shirt DESCRIPTION: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. In this this camp you will learn about a variety of Sports that will include but not limited to Football, Baseball, Soccer, Volleyb all & Basketball.

OASIS SUMMER DAY CAMP AGE: 5 years to 12 years LOCATION: Moore Community Center 301 S. Howard Ave. TIME: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. WHEN: June 1st - August 7th REGISTRATION: Must Register in Person at The Station Front Desk Station Passholders $115 per week x 10 weeks = $1150 Entire Summer $125 per week Select Weeks Non-Station Passholders $130 per week x 10 weeks = $1300 Entire Summer $140 per week Select Weeks DESCRIPTION: Want your kids to have the absolute best summer they have ever had? If the answer is “yes”, then you need to sign them up for The City of Moore’s Oasis Summer Day Camp. The Oasis Summer Day Camp will be from June 1st-August 7th. It will be every Monday-Friday. Kids will get to learn, play games, participate in arts & crafts, and meet new friends at the Oasis Summer Day Camp. Kids will also get to go on awesome field trips once a week and we will go to the Station Aquatic Center once a week as well. Some of the field trips we will go on include bowling at Hey Day, going to the movies at Warren Theatre, going to the Oklahoma City Zoo, and going to The Oklahoma City Science Museum to name just a few. The field trips and the trips to The Station Aquatic Center are also provided in the cost per week. Snacks and drinks will be provided every day for no additional cost. Kids will need to provide their own sack lunch every day and bring a swimsuit, towel and/or change of clothes on the days we will be going to the Aquatic Center at The Station. Registration is per-week but you can also sign up for the entire summer as well. The City of Moore’s Oasis Summer Day Camp and its staff are under American Camping Association standard guidelines. The first payment is due when registering your child.

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When choosing Select Weeks Option, payment is due at the time of registration. Your payments will renew automatically Monday each week of the camp if choosing the Entire Summer Option. There will also be a non-refundable $25 one-time registration fee for all participants. There is a $20 cancellation fee with proper 2-week notice.

SWIMMING LESSONS Registration is now open! Classes Being Offered: Parent & Child, Preschool & Youth Levels 1 – 4. Classes are based on the child’s age. Descriptions will be available at a later date. Private & Semi-Private Lessons Any age or ability can sign up for these lessons. These lessons are scheduled around your availability and are catered to your specific goals. Private lessons are structured with one instructor and one participant. Fee: $70 per student/per session Participation: Two participants must be registered together for semi-private lessons. Group Lessons Group swim lessons meet for two-week sessions unless noted. Fee: $40 per student per session Participation: Minimum of 3 participants is required. We reserve the right to cancel or combine levels to adjust for class size.

AQUATICS CENTER PASSES Are 10% off through April 1st, 2020 The Station at Central Park Aquatic Center will be opening on Memorial Day 2020. Hours are Monday-Sunday: Noon to 8 p.m. The aquatic center is 45,000+ square feet and includes a lazy river, three large slides, child wading pool (includes slide, spill tower, and spray features), lap lanes, diving area (3 meter and 1 meter diving boards), family slide, aquatic climbing wall, water basketball goal, log roll, shade structures, aquatic locker rooms, and outdoor concession area. This year we’re also adding the new and exciting Speed Slide.

FEES

Individual

SEASON DAILY DAILY SEASON NONNONRESIDENT RESIDENT RESIDENT RESIDENT $6 $7.50 $50 $62.50

Youth (3-17)

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$40

$50

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$6.50

$40

$50

$6.50

$40

$50

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$100

$125

Family

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$160

$200

Twilight Fee

Rates and fees are subject to change.

FITNESS IN THE PARK SERIES FEE: $50/month (12 Classes) NonPassholders / $40/month (12 Classes) Current Passholders *Sign up for 3 months for $125 for non-passholders and $100 for current passholders. WHERE: Buck Thomas Park (1901 N.E. 12th St.) AGE: 16 and over TIME: 5:15 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday beginning January 7th. INSTRUCTOR: Stacia Becher, CPT The City of Moore is happy to offer the Fitness in the Park series. Join us for group fitness classes all while enjoying our beautiful parks. We will begin the series by offering a fun and challenging boot camp at Buck Thomas Park. The “Fun”damentals boot camp will push you to your limits by focusing on fun drills, including plyometrics and agilities, and challenging intervals of strength training and cardio. “Fun”damentals boot camp is for anyone who is looking to lose weight, get stronger, build muscle, or train for your next 5k. All fitness levels are encouraged to join in on the fun. Register at The Station Front Desk or www.cityofmoore.com/fun

CLASSES Nutrition Classes at The Station WHEN: Last Wednesday of each month WHERE: The Station Meeting Room #2 at 6pm FEE: Free to passholders, Station Day pass fee for non-passholders (see Front Desk) INSTRUCTOR: Angelica Martinez MS, RDN/LD Have you ever wondered how many calories you should be consuming, or what the difference is between a macro and a micro nutrient? Are you curious as to how nutrition will play a role in losing weight or helping control diabetes? This monthly class can answer all of those questions and more! Join a Registered Dietician and learn the basics about nutrition. In this free class, you will learn about the fundamentals of a healthy diet, gain some insight into how you can change what you consume to meet your goals, and have the opportunity to ask the Registered Dietician any question you might have. For more information, please contact the Fitness Manager at bcargal@cityofmoore.com

YOUTH SPORTS PERFORMANCE Team and Individual Sessions Available AGES: 10-12 Years Old – Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. (minimum 3 athletes per class) 13-15 Years Old – Mondays at 4:30 p.m. (minimum 3 athletes per class) Individual Performance Training – One Hour Scheduled Sessions FEE: 10-12 Years Old – $40 per month Moore students/passholders $50 per month for non-residential/nonpassholders 13-15 Years Old – $40 per month Moore students/passholders $50 per month for non-residential/nonpassholders

Individual Performance Training – $15/hour session, $125/10 one-hour sessions Class passes expire 3 months after purchase. Athletes must attend a class with their age group. WHERE: The Station REG or INFO: Contact Brighton Cargal – bcargal@cityofmoore.com or call 405793-5090 INSTRUCTOR: Sports performance classes are designed to help athletes gain an edge over the competition. These classes will help athletes enhance their balance, coordination, speed, agility, flexibility, and overall performance on and off the field of play. Sports performance classes will help those who want to be a better allaround athlete for any sport by making movements more efficient and by working on joint stability along with all other facets of athleticism. Athletes will not only perform better while playing but sports conditioning has been proven to prevent or decrease injuries and create a more well-rounded athlete.

ADULT SWING DANCING WHEN: March 4th – March 25th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) April 1st – April 22nd Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) May 6th – May 27th - Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) TIME: 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. AGES: 15+ FEE: $30 per session or $4 per Class WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: January 1st – March 24th January 1st – April 21st January 1st – May 26th

SPANISH 4 KIDS WHEN: April 27th – June 22nd Every Monday (8 Classes) No Classes May 25th (Memorial Day) September 2nd – October 21st Every Wednesday Night TIME: 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. AGES: 6-15 FEE: $70 per Session WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: January 1st – April 26th July 1st – September 1st Spanish for beginners. Children will learn basic Spanish speaking skills.

GUITAR LESSONS WHEN: Beginner March 5th – March 26th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) July 9th - July 30th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) Intermediate April 2nd – April 23rd Thursday Nights (4 Classes) August 6th – August 27th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) TIME: 7:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. AGES: 12+ FEE: $35 per Session WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: January 15th – April 1st for March & April Classes March 1st – August 5th for July & August Classes

EDUCATION CLASSES

Ever thought about learning how to play guitar but just never got around to it? Well now is your opportunity to do so. Learn, how to count music, read music, and even play some songs in this class. It is recommended to bring a guitar, but it is not a requirement. Intermediate class will build off of beginner class.

Learn how to Swing Dance and the many variations of Swing Dancing and before SPANISH SPANISH 4 KIDS you know 4itADULTS you will be able to scoot across the dance floor like a Adult pro.classes will DESCRIPTION: Learn Spanish for beginners. DESCRIPTION: Spanish for beginners. Children will learn basic teach the basics of understanding and being able to use basic Spanish in the real world.

WHEN: April 30th - June 25th Every Monday Night (8 Classes)

SPANISH 4 ADULTS

No Classes May 28th (Memorial Day), September 5th - October 24th Every Wednesday (8 Classes) TIME: 6:15 P.M. - 7:15 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: 14+ REGISTRATION PERIOD: March 1st - April 29th July 1st - September 4th COST: $65 per session INSTRUCTOR: Rocie Petchprom

WHEN: April 27th – June 22nd Every Monday Night (8 Classes) No Classes May 25th (Memorial Day) September 2nd – October 21st (Every Wednesday Night (8 Classes) TIME: 6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. CONTINUATION SPANISH 4 ADULTS AGES: 16+ DESCRIPTION: For anyone who has completed Spanish 4 Adults FEE: $70 per Session at the Station or is interested in refreshing their Spanish. This class WHERE: ThebutStation Center is not for beginners is for thoseRecreation who are past the beginner step but are not quite at the intermediate level. This class will continue Activity Room to teach the basics of understanding and being able to use basic Spanish in the real world. This class will1st also – useApril more conversation REGISTRATION: March 26th and further enhance your Spanish vocabulary. July 1st – September 1st WHEN: May 1st - June 26th Tuesdays (8 Classes)

No Classes May 28th (Memorial Day)

Learn Spanish for Adult classes September 6th - October 25thbeginners. Thursdays (8 Classes) TIME:teach 6:30 P.M. the - 7:30 P.M. will basics of understanding and WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room being AGES: 15+able to use basic Spanish in the real REGISTRATION PERIOD: March 1st - April 30th for May & June world. classes, May 1st - September 6th for September & October classes COST: $55 per session INSTRUCTOR: Rocie Petchprom

TO REGISTER: www.cityofmoore.com/fun For more information call Moore Parks & Recreation at (405) 793-5090

BEGINNING DRAWING 4 ADULTS

Spanish speaking skills.

WHEN: April 30th - June 26th Every Monday & Tuesday (16 Classes) No Classes May 28th & 29th (Memorial Day) September 5th - October 25th Every Wednesday & Thursday (16 Classes) TIME: 5:15 P.M. - 6:15 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: 6-13 year olds REGISTRATION PERIOD: March 1st - April 29th, July 1st - September 4th COST: $85 per session

WHEN: March 3rd – 24th Tuesday Nights (4 Classes) May 5th – May 26th Tuesday Nights (4 Classes) TIME: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. for March Classes INSTRUCTOR: Rocie Petchprom 7:45 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. for May Classes AGES: 15+ SIGN LANGUAGE FEE: $50 per session WHERE: The Station Recreation Center DESCRIPTION: Sign Language is a system of communication usingActivity visual gestures and signs. In this class you will learn the basics Room of how to use and interpret sign language. REGISTRATION: January 1st – March 2nd WHEN: July 17th - August 28th Tuesday Evenings (7 Classes) for March Classes March 1st – May 4th for TIME: 6:45 P.M. - 7:45 P.M. May WHERE: TheClasses Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: 18+ COST: $55 per session A Class for Adults who have always been REGISTRATION PERIOD: April 1st - July 9th interested in drawing but have never felt INSTRUCTOR: Torie Sangi

like they could do it. This class will give you the skills and confidence in your ability to draw. This class is for beginners and it is a “Draw what you see class”

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in which the artist is the one creates the images in which they draw.

ADULT DRAWING WHEN: April 1st – April 22nd Wednesdays (4 Classes) July 8th – July 29th Wednesdays (4 Classes) TIME: 2:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. AGES: 15+ FEE: $60 per Session WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: January 1st – March 31st for April Classes April 1st – July 7th for July Classes

REGISTRATION: January 15thMarch 1st for March Classes May 1st – August 2nd for August Classes A class where kids get to use their imagination in a variety of different ways, making a variety of projects they get to take home.

Use several drawing media and various techniques in this class. All supplies included. Class taught by a certified art instructor.

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WHEN: March 2nd – March 23rd Monday Nights (4 Classes) June 1st – June 22nd Monday Nights (4 Classes) TIME: 6:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. for March Classes 7:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. for June Classes AGES: 15+ FEE: $50 per Session for March and June Classes WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: January 15th – March 1st for March Classes March 1st – March 31st for June Classes

WHEN: March 26th TIME: 7:30 P.M -9:30 P.M. AGES: Anyone- Kids 6 & Under accompanied by an adult FEE: Free WHERE: The Station Recreation Center REGISTRATION: No Registration Instructor: The Station Staff Free to come. Whether you want to play just for fun or have a more competitive game, this is for you. Our team will also have a tutorial of how to play.

Use several drawing media and watercolor. All supplies included. Class taught by a certified art instructor

BEGINNING CERAMICS 4 ADULTS WHEN: March 4th – March 25th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) April 1st – April 22nd Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) TIME: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. AGES: 15+ FEE: $50 per Session WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room REGISTRATION: January 1st – March 3rd January 1st – March 31st Students will learn various hands-on techniques and will build 3 usable projects throughout the class. This is a basic ceramics class where you’ll learn to make projects such as planters, jewelry boxes, cups, vases, etc.

YOUTH ARTS AND CRAFTS WHEN: March 2nd – March 23rd Monday (4 Classes) August 3rd – August 24th Monday (4 Classes) TIME: 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. AGES: 4-8 FEE: $30 per Session WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room

PARENTS NIGHT OUT WHEN: March 6th (the first Friday of each month) TIME: 6:00 P.M -10:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room (7-12 years old) & Child Watch Room (3-6 year olds) AGES: 3 Years-12 Years Old FEE: $15 per child REGISTRATION: Parents can register online or in-person up until the day of the event. (Online registration ends at 5:00PM, inperson registration ends at 6:00PM) *Children must be potty-trained to attend. Parents should indicate any food allergies or special needs at registration so staff can best accommodate your child. Dropoff begins at 6:00PM, and children must be picked up by 10:00PM. Parents will incur a $30 charge for any late pick-ups.* Instructor: The Station Child Watch Staff Parents, do you need a night off? Enjoy a night to yourselves while your kids have a blast at The Station! Children can enjoy activities such as arts & crafts, board games, video games, and free play on an exclusively reserved basketball court before finishing the night off with a movie. Pizza will be served for dinner, along with a surprise treat for dessert.

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BOOK REVIEW

Girls Who Code: The Friendship Code Author: Stacia Deutsch Publisher: Penguin Random House Reviewer: Adara Bates, Children’s Services, Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library This New York Times Bestseller features Lucy, a sixth-grade girl who just joined her school’s coding club. Lucy hopes to build an app that will help someone very special to her. When the first session of coding club moves too slowly, and there isn’t any technology involved, she becomes discouraged. She’s also disappointed about being placed in a work group with girls she barely knows. Just as she is about to give up on coding club being a success, she finds an encrypted message on her locker written in code! Lucy and her friends must figure out the coded message before next week’s club meeting. She discovers that coding – and friendship – takes time, dedication, and patience. This book is a fun, quick read with themes of diversity, friendship and teamwork. If you’re a fan of The Babysitters Club or interested in computer science, this is the perfect book to get you started. There are currently four books in this series! It’s the ultimate girl power book! It is an AR level 4.5 with an interest level of grades 4-7.

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LIBRARY SCHEDULES

Moore Public Library

Southwest OKC Public Library

Children

Tuesday, March 3 – Green Eggs and Ham Seusstacular 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 4 – Lapsit Story Time 10 and 10:45 Thursday, March 5 – Design Squad 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 6 – Zumbini 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7 – Families Explore: Calming Creations 11 a.m. Monday, March 9 – Kid’s Club: Mind Magic 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10 – Preschool Story Time 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 11 – Lapsit Story Time 10 and 10:45 Thursday, March 12 – Pre-K Play 10 a.m. Thursday, March 12 – Design Squad 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 17 – Preschool Story Time 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 18 – Lapsit Story Time 10 and 10:45 Wednesday, March 18 – Sensory Play Time 4 p.m. Thursday, March 19 – Story Time at the Boxcar Coffee 2 p.m. Thursday, March 19 – Design Squad 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 20 – Zumbini 10 a.m. Saturday, March 21 – Families Explore: Calming Creations 11 a.m. Monday, March 23 – Tween Scene: Vision Boards 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 – Preschool Story Time 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 25 – Lapsit Story Time 10 and 10:45 Thursday, March 26 – Design Squad 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 – Preschool Story Time 10 a.m.

Teen/Adult

Monday, March 2 – Beginner’s Yoga 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 – ESL Class 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 4 – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance 6 p.m. Thursday, March 5 – Zumba 6 p.m. Saturday, March 7 – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7 – Get Your Lawn Tools Ready for Spring 1 p.m. Sunday, March 8 – Knotty Knitting Strikes Again 2 p.m. Monday, March 9 – Beginner’s Yoga 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 10 – ESL Class 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 10 – Servin’ Up Books Book Club 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 11 – Teen Writers’ Workshop 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 11 – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance 6 p.m. Thursday, March 12 – Zumba 6 p.m. Thursday, March 12 – PLS Reads Book Discussion: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine 6 p.m. Saturday, March 14 – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance 10 a.m. Monday, March 16 – Beginner’s Yoga 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 17 – ESL Class 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 17 – Teen DIY Club 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 18 – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance 6 p.m. Thursday, March 19 – Zumba 6 p.m. Friday, March 20 – Game Night 5 p.m. Saturday, March 21 – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance 10 a.m. Monday, March 23 – Beginner’s Yoga 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 – ESL Class 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 25 – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance 6 p.m. Thursday, March 26 – Zumba 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance 10 a.m. Monday, March 30 – Beginner’s Yoga 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 – ESL Class 10 a.m.

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Monday, March 2 – Little Movers Story Time (ages 18-36 months) Monday, March 2 – Early Explorers (ages 1-6) Thursday, March 5 – Baby Lapsit (ages 18 months and under) Thursday, March 5 – Tween Steam: Circus STEAM (ages 8-11) Friday, March 6 – Preschool Story Time (ages 3-6) Monday, March 9 – Little Movers Story Time (ages 18-36 months) Monday, March 9 – Early Explorers (ages 1-6) Tuesday, March 10 – STEAM Club Jr.: Lego Magnet Maze (ages 5-7) Thursday, March 12 – Baby Lapsit (ages 18 months and under) Friday, March 13 – Preschool Story Time (ages 3-6) Monday, March 16 – Little Movers Story Time (ages 18-36 months) Monday, March 16 – Early Explorers (ages 1-6) Wednesday, March 18 – Touch, Learn, Create: Spring (ages 2-6) Thursday, March 19 – Baby Lapsit (ages 18 months and under) Thursday, March 19 – Tween Steam: Code Breaking (ages 8-11) Friday, March 20 – Preschool Story Time (ages 3-6) Saturday, March 21 – Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Celebration Monday, March 23 – Little Movers Story Time (ages 18-36 months) Monday, March 23 – Early Explorers (ages 1-6) Tuesday, March 24 – STEAM Club Jr.: Animal Camouflage (ages 5-7) Thursday, March 26 – Baby Lapsit (ages 18 months and under) Friday, March 27 – Preschool Story Time (ages 3-6) Saturday, March 28 – Library Music Connection (ages 3-7) Monday, March 30 – Little Movers Story Time (ages 18-36 months) Monday, March 30 – Early Explorers (ages 1-6)

10 a.m. 11 a.m. 10 a.m. 4:30 p.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 4:30 p.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 4:30 p.m. 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 4:30 p.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m.

Teen/Adult Monday, March 2 – Yoga for Beginners Tuesday, March 3 – English as a Second Language Class Tuesday, March 3 – Girls Who Code Tuesday, March 3 – Self Care with Essential Oils Wednesday, March 4 – English as a Second Language Class Saturday, March 7 – Teens: Dungeons and Dragons Saturday, March 7 – Oklahoma Romance Writers Guild Meeting Monday, March 9 – Yoga for Beginners Tuesday, March 10 – English as a Second Language Class Tuesday, March 10 – Girls Who Code Tuesday, March 10 – Seed Starting Party Wednesday, March 11 – English as a Second Language Class Thursday, March 12 – Teen STEAM Thursday, March 12 – Penn Avenue Literary Society: PLS Reads Book Discussion

6:30 p.m. 10:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 9 a.m. 1 p.m. 2 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 10:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 9 a.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

and Sun 10 to 3

March Events

Mon Closed

Comedy Night on the 6th at 6p

Tues 11 to 3

Dinner with the Doc on the 5th at 6p

Wed 11 to 3

The Whiskey Gingers on the 7th at 7p

Thurs 11 to 3

Whiskey Tasting Dinner on the 20th at 6;30p

Fri 11 to 9 Sat 10 to 9

Welcome Spring High Tea Party on the 21st from 2p to 4p Casey & Minna on the 28th at 6p

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SPORTS BY ROB MORRIS

DISTRICT OF CHAMPIONS: National championships are remarkable achievements and are celebrated by everyone associated with the school teams and squads that reach such a lofty height. This spring, the celebrations are incredibly widespread as four cheerleading squads brought home national title hardware from the highly competitive National Cheerleading Association 2020 High School Nationals. The event took place on February 1st and 2nd in Dallas, Texas. Here are the prestigious titles won by the four squads from Moore Public Schools: Westmoore – Coed Advanced High School Moore – Advanced Medium Varsity

Southridge – Intermediate Junior High/ Middle School Brink – Advanced Junior High/Middle School The coaches for these squads said the journey to a national championship is a long and demanding road that began last summer. "These girls have worked really hard," said Shana Lewis, Moore High Schools' in school coach. "They normally practice five days a week, and they come to practice even if they're sick or hurt." "We come back from cheer camp and start putting together a routine," said Amanda

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Robinson, outside cheer coach for Southridge. "It's not going to be the same routine we perform in February, but it's something that's going to give them confidence as we begin competing in November." Those routines evolve over the rest of the summer and during the school year as the squad grows in confidence and familiarity with each other.

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"These cheer athletes are teachable," said Misty Scott, Southridge's school coach. "They work as hard as any other athlete at school, and they truly push their bodies past their exceeding limits." "Our squad was able to bond together like no other before," said Lindsay Evans, Moore's JV coach. "They put their differences aside and just made things work, and that's what made them outstanding this year." From the outside, it's easy to think that all the different squads are competing with each other. All the MPS cheer coaches agree that this is true, but only to an extent. There's also a remarkable amount of cooperation and support that exists between the schools.

"The national titles are for individual schools," said Jenni Hawkins, outside coach for Westmoore and Brink, "But it really is a joint effort by all of us. We coaches are constantly talking to each other, talking about skills and what our squads are doing to make sure we're on the right track and helping each other along." Amanda said, "We also have a districtwide practice around two weeks before we go to NCA, so we can see each other's routines and help give advice. There's also a showing the week of NCA. This allows all our parents and friends to watch all the teams. So we do a lot together." Westmoore's in-school coach, Mallory Rigsby, says that the district-wide support in Moore is something that doesn't happen everywhere. "Moore is an exceptional place for this sort of thing," said Rigsby. "I don't think any of the other districts that have multiple schools rally around each other the way we do here." The district-wide camaraderie and all the hours of practice begin to pay off when the squads head to Dallas to face off with the

"It's tough to win an NCA championship," said Lewis. "I can't remember a year where our district brought home four national titles. We have some amazing cheer programs across the Moore district."

It's not just that four squads brought home national championships, it's also the challenges they overcame on that road to victory. "What's interesting is that right before nationals, it's flu season," said Robinson. "We have so many kids who battle the flu, and their doctors are telling parents, 'Your child needs to go home and rest.' But the kids' response is that they don't have time for that. It's the NCA season. So they put on their mask and come to practice." It also helps that schools from the MPS district have a legacy of success at NCA nationals.

"These are some of the strongest athletes you'll ever meet, especially mentally," said Scott. "We push them to be champions, and they rose to that level this year."

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"I'm still speechless," said Scott. "This was my first NCA to go to as a coach, and the wave of emotion you ride with these kids as you watch them achieve such greatness is unreal."

That sense of history and legacy is one that all of the coaches and their squads plan to work hard to repeat in the future.

"It makes me so proud to be a part of this great legacy in Moore," said Robinson. "To have one championship is remarkable, but to have four is something we can all celebrate and be excited about for each other." "I wish I could just bottle this feeling and relive it every day with these kids," said Hawkins. "They kids work so hard and overcome so much to get here. It's a remarkable achievement."

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"This year, we decided to push our team and compete in the advanced level," said Marcy Woodson, the Brink coach. "It's probably the most difficult level for a junior high team to compete in, and they had to take their skills to a new level where a lot of these kids have never performed."

"This year was our 10th national championship," said Rigsby. "When you go into our gym, you'll see the banners, and it really gives each squad a tremendous sense of history and legacy."

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SPORTS CALENDAR MARCH 2020

MOORE BASEBALL March 3 March 5 March 6 March 9 March 10 March 12 March 13 March 19-21 March 23 March 24 March 26-28 March 30 March 31

Edmond @Byng Byng @Mustang Mustang Southmoore @NW Classen @Edmond Festival PC North @PC North @Broken Arrow/Jenks @Yukon Yukon

GOLF March 9 March 23 March 26

Westmoore@Hidden Trails Southmoore@Westwood Mustang@Earlywine

SOCCER March 3 March 6 March 10 March 12 March 24 March 27-28

Yukon @Choctaw Stillwater Westmoore @Southmoore @Stillwater Cup

SOFTBALL March 3 March 9 March 10 March 12-13 March 23 March 24 March 31 TENNIS March 2 March 9 March 10 March 24 March 26 March 30

TRACK March 7 March 13 March 27

Norman Washington Southmoore Big Cat Classic @Choctaw @Mustang Westmoore Westmoore Tourn. @Earlywine @Ardmore Tourn. (Boys) @Ardmore Tourn. (Girls) @Stillwater Tourn. Southmoore Tourn. @Earlywine @PC North Tourn. @OKC Tennis Cent. @Deer Creek Moore HS @Choctaw

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BASEBALL March 5 March 6 March 9 March 12-14 March 20 March 20 March 23 March 24 March 26-28 March 30

Edmond Memorial@UCO @Marlow @Edmond North @Dr Pepper Frisco Classic, TX Ponca City@Deer Creek Oktaha@Deer Creek Midwest City @Midwest City @Broken Arrow Tournament NW Classen

GOLF March 9 March 23 March 30

@Hidden Trails GC @Westwood GC @Winter Creek GC

BASEBALL March 2 March 3 March 5 March 7 March 9 March 10 March 12 March 19-21 March 23 March 24 March 26-28 March 30 March 31

@Edmond Santa Fe Mustang @Tuttle Collinsville@Bricktown Norman @Norman @Moore @Edmond Festival @Norman North Norman North @Shawnee Tournament @Edmond North Edmond North

GOLF March 9 March 23 S March 26

Westmoore@Hidden Trails outhmoore@Westwood Mustang@Earlywine

SOCCER March 3 March 6-7 March 10 March 12 March 24 March 27-28 March 31

@Edmond Santa Fe @Fort Smith Invitational Yukon @Stillwater Moore @Chickasha Tournament PC North

SOFTBALL March 3 March 5 March 9 March 10 March 12-13 March 23 March 24 March 26-27 March 30 March 31

Mustang @Westmoore @Dibble Festival (Chickasha) @Moore Big Cat Classic Purcell Choctaw @Henryetta Tournament Norman @Mustang

TENNIS March 2 March 10 March 25 March 26

Westmoore@Earlywine @Ponca City Quad (TBA)@Earlywine Westmoore@Earlywine

SOCCER March 3 March 6 March 10 March 12 March 24 March 27-28 March 27-29 March 31

Deer Creek Norman @Norman North @Moore @Yukon @Bishop Kelly Tournament (Girls) @Deer Creek Tournament (Boys) Edmond North Tournament (Boys)

SOFTBALL March 2 March 5 March 9-10 March 12-13 March 23 March 26-27 March 31

@Norman Southmoore @Dibble Festival (Chickasha) Big Cat Classic Norman North @Henryetta Tournament @Moore

TENNIS March 2 March 10 March 12 March 26

Southmoore@Earlywine @Ponca City Shawnee@Earlywine Southmoore@Earlywine

TRACK March 13 March 24

@Moore @Choctaw

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LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Business Spotlight: Moore Vision Source visionsource-moore.com 705 City Avenue 405-794-2020

Just because you can see well doesn’t necessarily mean that your eyes, and the rest of your body, for that matter, are healthy. That means it’s crucial for Moore residents to have an optometrist they can trust with their health status with 20/20 vision. Moore Vision Source offers local patients a unique blend of experience and fresh enthusiasm that ensures the highest level of eye care.

a person’s overall health. High blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, an autoimmune disease. All of that is detectable inside the eyes.”

Dr. Max Venard has been practicing optometry in Moore for around 40 years. He is joined at Moore Vision Source by Dr. Melanie Newcomer, another local resident who has worked in the field of optometry since 2011 and just graduated from optometry school in 2018.

“I think what’s really great is being able to work here with Dr. Venard as well as with our staff down at the Norman office,” said Dr. Newcomer. “We have a great team and work well together to provide great care for all our patients.”

Dr. Newcomer says that her passion for taking care of a patient’s eyes is what drove her to go back to school and become an optometrist. “The eyes were fascinating to me,” said Dr. Newcomer. How much information you can get from the eyes, including 52 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2020

Newcomer spent her childhood in the Norman and Moore area and says it’s a privilege to be able to come back and work in the community where she was raised.

Dr. Venard is a Moore native who, like Dr. Newcomer, came back to the area after finishing optometry school. “I married a Moore gal and moved away to college and then taught for a while,” said Dr. Venard. “Then I went back to optometry school myself, was in Memphis, Tennessee, and then moved back here to start practicing with Dr. Ledbetter.”

Dr. Venard and Dr. Ledbetter shared a practice for about 22 years. They built the Moore Vision building in 1981, and Dr. Venard continued to practice after Dr. Ledbetter retired. He brings a tremendous legacy of excellent eye care to the practice. “Over the years, I’ve seen so many patients,” said Dr. Venard, “I’ve seen their children, and now I’m seeing their grandchildren. One of the things that I’ve experienced is the changing technology in eye care, and Dr. Newcomer brings with her some great exposure to the very latest ways to help people live healthy lives.” Dr. Venard says the presence of Dr. Newcomer has been invigorating. “Having her here makes my job easier just in the fact that I have someone to discuss things with,” said Dr. Venard. “She comes to me for advice, and I can go to her with questions

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about things we can do in this new era of eye care and trust that she has answers.” One of the things Dr. Newcomer wants patients to understand is that just because you can see well is not an excuse to have your eyes checked regularly. “The biggest misconception is just that good vision isn’t necessarily an indication that you’re healthy,” said Dr. Newcomer. “A lot of eye disease has no pain associated with it, and as I mentioned before, we can get clues about things like diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol from the eyes.” The key to good health is to catch all those conditions as early as possible. Dr. Venard and Dr. Newcomer both agree that the blend of his extensive experience and her acquaintance with all the new technology creates a great foundation from which to meet all of the needs of their patients. “There’s such a great advantage to having someone fresh out of school paired with someone who has decades of experience,” said Dr. Venard. “You can put those two things together and come up with some really great outcomes for patients.” “It’s the best of both worlds,” said Dr. Newcomer. “We have the experience, and we have the technology, and we offer a full

range of services to our patients that allows us to tap into those resources.” Moore Vision Source offers all the services patients expect from an optometrist, including eye exams, glasses, and contacts, as well as help managing issues like glaucoma, cataracts, retinal detachments, and macular degeneration. They also have a referral network for assistance in dealing with any of those issues as well. “We’re able to manage those issues up to a certain point, and then we can engage a specialist,” said Dr. Venard. “We consider optometry as a kind of primary care field of medicine, and we work with all ages of patients, including kids. We really enjoy working with kids.” Dr. Newcomer also brings experience in the creation of scleral contacts, a unique way to help treat patients dealing with specific corneal issues like injuries or transplants.

“The whole point of scleral lenses is to create what is basically a new surface on the front of the eye,” said Dr. Newcomer. “This is especially helpful to patients who have scarring on their corneas that scatters the light as it enters the eye, causing the patient to lose focus. You put that larger, hard lens on the eye, and it creates a nice, normal surface for the light to be focused.” Dr. Venard and Dr. Newcomer invite local residents to call their office at 405-794-2020 to set up an appointment for an eye exam.

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March 10

Library

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BP & Sugar Checks provided by Loving Care

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March 11

Fresh Cobbler provided by Village on the Park

11:45 a.m.

March 16

BINGO with Adam

12:15 p.m.

March 17

St Patrick’s Day Party

12:15 p.m.

March 20

BINGO with MCOA

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March 24

Library

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March 26

Cheryl Presley OKC Police Dept. speaking on Scams

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March 30

MCOA Board Meeting

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March 31

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Exercise: Mon, Wed, & Fri 10:15 Line Dancing Lessons: Wed 12:15 Wood Carving: Thurs 9:00-11:00 Dominos, Card games, Jig-Saw puzzles, Pool, Quilting, & Volunteer work to assist the homebound or work is available at the Brand Center Moore Council On Aging Bus Service: 799-3130 Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the city of Moore for errands or appointments 8am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. Aging Services provides a daily meal served inside Brand Senior Center 501 E Main Monday through Friday. Call & make reservation by1:00pm. Reservations for meals: 793-9069. Donation for a meal for seniors 60 & above: $2.25 Required cost for guests under 60: $5.00

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PARTING SHOTS The 2020 Best of Moore & South OKC Awards drew a fantastic crowd to Riverwind Casino's Showplace Theater for a night of fun, food, and celebration.

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