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Summer Event Guide Before you make your plans for the summer make sure you check out our extensive listing of events taking place all over the Moore and South OKC area. You'll find everything from music and fireworks to summer camps and bike rides.
Dynasty in the Making For the second year in a row a team of students from Moore High School is the best in Oklahoma and stands tall in mock trial competition against teams from all over the world.
Coach Clay's Mission After nearly 30 years pouring herself into the lives of students and athletes at Westmoore High School, Hall of Fame coach Laura Clay is winding down her coaching career.
New Name Hillsdale College has been a part of the Moore community for 50 years, but this fall students, faculty, and administration will begin the school year under a new name.
Moore Monthly Team
From the Editor There will be no problem with the “Summertime Blues” in our neck of the woods this summer. The Moore and South Oklahoma City area is overflowing with all sorts of opportunities for family and individual fun, education, and selfimprovement. Let me put it this way, friends: if your summer ends and you find yourself sitting on the front porch thinking it was boring…you have no one to blame but yourself. This month’s issue of the Moore Monthly magazine includes our biggest Summer Events Guide ever. It’s a fantastic starting point to begin planning your activities for the next three months… and there’s something for everyone to be found.
You’ll also want to check out the story of Laura Clay, long-time teacher and coach at Westmoore High School who is retiring after nearly 30-years of pouring into the lives of Moore kids. It’s a great way to kick off the summer! - Rob Morris Editor
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Celebration in the Heartland When: July 4 Where: Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th Street What to expect: Big crowds, great food and crafts, a splendid concert and spectacular fireworks show to cap it all off. Celebration in the Heartland is the biggest event of the year in Moore drawing an
The popular car, truck and motorcycle
estimated 20,000 people to town. It’s the City
show will also be returning to Buck Thomas
of Moore’s premier event that has become a
Park this year. For more information, check
“can’t miss” date on everyone’s calendar.
out www.showyourridez.com.
The festival features great food vendors,
For those attending the festival, there are
wineries, arts and craft vendors, a giant sandpit
some important rules to keep in mind. You
for kids and a children’s tent provided by the
cannot bring animals into the park, so leave
Moore Public Library. Visitors will also be able
your dogs at home. While there are some
to get airborne with DWTA Helicopter Rides,
alcoholic beverages served at the festival, you
which will allow festival-goers to soar over the
cannot bring your own alcoholic beverages
event viewing some awesome scenery from
with you.
a breathtaking aerial perspective. The festival opens at 10:00 a.m. and is capped off with the
For more information about Celebration
fireworks show at 10 p.m. This year’s concert
in the Heartland, contact Teresa Smith at
will feature Morris McCann, Drive, and
405-793-4332 or visit the city’s website at
Shawna Russell & the Russell Family Band.
www.cityofmoore.com.
The musical lineup covers styles of music from country to folk to pop cover songs.
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Summer Nights Concert in the Park When: Friday nights in June Where: Central Park Amphitheater and Multi-purpose Pavilion, 700 S. Broadway Ave. What to expect: One of the most popular concert series in the area featuring great regional and local artists. The Summer Nights Concert in the Park series draws consistently big crowds of listeners fans who appreciate all genres of music. The free concerts are sponsored by the Moore Public Library and are scheduled for every Friday night in June at new Central Park Amphitheater. Friday, June 3 – 7:00 p.m. - Blackwater Bridge (formerly known as Zoom City) One of the most popular cover bands in the state, Blackwater Bridge is rooted deeply in the rich traditions of classic rock but they also have the versatility needed to cover the best of current music. The added dimension of a talented horn section helps with a wide-ranging set that includes everything from the Rolling Stones to Santana, from Chicago to Motown, and from the Beatles to the Eagles. Friday, June 10 – 7:00 p.m. – Nicnos This Oklahoma City-based band blends their original songs with startlingly fresh and diverse covers of songs like “All Along the Watchtower,” “Hey Yah,” and “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” to produce one of the more energetic and entertaining sets you’ll hear. Members of the fourmember claim influences ranging from The Dave Matthews Band to Nickel Creek. They have been voted “Best Pop/Rock/Alternative Band in Oklahoma” by the Live Music Oklahoma and “Who New to Watch” by the Country Music Association.
Food Truck Fridays When: Fridays beginning in May and last through September 30 Where: Multi-purpose Pavilion at Central park, 700 S. Broadway Ave. What to expect: Come join the food truck craze on Fridays for Lunch at Central Park. A variety of Food Trucks will be on hand featuring everything from Mexican; BBQ; Hot Dogs and Hamburgers and Music. Take an hour away from work and join us at Central Park for Food Truck Fridays. To check on the Food Truck lineup go to www.cityofmoore.com/events
Old Town Farmer’s Market When: Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to Noon. Where: The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway Ave. What to expect: Lots of fresh fruits, vegetables and garden-related products from area farmers and vendors.
Friday, June 17 – 7:00 p.m. – Maggie McClure and Shane Henry Maggie’s gift for confessional songwriting has a broad appeal that has landed her music in television and movies. Her songs have appeared in the movie “Cowgirls and Angels” along with television shows such as “Dr. Phil”, “The Real World”, “Worst Prom Ever”, “The Hills”, “The City”, “The Vineyard”, “and “The Young and the Restless.” As a live performer she has played a staggering 1000+ shows across the United States including Madison Square Guarden in New York City. Shane is Maggie’s husband and began his musical journey when he was 19. He played 30 national dates on the B.B. King Festival tour, opening for the legendary B.B. himself. Shane’s musical style has evolved over the years from a heavy bluesinfluenced style to what is now an eclectic blend of rock, soul, blues, and pop.
Starting May 12 and ending on September 29, the Old Town Farmer’s Market will sell fresh fruits, vegetables and other garden-related products on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings at the new Multi-purpose Pavilion at Central Park. For more information, please call 405-793-5090 or email Whitney Wathen at wwathen@cityofmoore.com.
Daddy Daughter Dance When: Saturday, June 18, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Where: The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway Ave. What to expect: An evening of fun-filled activities including dancing, cookies, punch, door prized, limbo, hula, and music for Dads and their
Friday, June 24 – 7:00 p.m. – Riders Ford A popular band with “Red Dirt” roots that have been flavored by road trips to play in bars and honky-tonks across the state. The band’s first album was the 2010 release, “We Rage On.” Grass roots support of that CD helped make them an up-and-coming group among independent country artists. Rider’s Ford has gained a loyal following and now plays some of the largest stages in the Midwest. Sponsored by Friends of the Moore Public Library, City of Moore, Tinker Federal Credit Union and the Pioneer Library System Foundation.
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daughters ages 4 to 14. Just in time for Father’s Day, the Moore Community Center will become an island oasis with the annual Daddy Daughter Dance. Tickets will be pre-sold ONLINE ONLY for $10.00 per person at www.cityofmoore.com/fun. Tickets purchased on the day of the dance are $15.00 per person. Pre-order t-shirts are also available for $10.00 each. To buy tickets: go to the Moore Community Center orcityofmoore.com/fun
Play in the Park
Kid’s Fishing Derby
When: Friday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
When: Saturday, July 30th
Where: Various city parks
Time: Check-In Time at 7:30am
What to expect: A free program featuring supervised activities for children ages
Pre-register at www.cityofmoore.com/fun
6 to 14. The activities include games, snacks, and arts and crafts showcased at a
Ages: 5 to 15 years of age, MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
different City of Moore park each week. An adult must accompany all children
Cost: FREE
who attends.
The City of Moore and OK Wildlife Department will co-host this event; Rain or Shine. The OK Wildlife Department will have a Fishing Clinic at 8am covering
Friday, June 3: Moore Central Park, 700 S. Broadway Ave
safety, knot tying, fish ID, fish cleaning and ethics. Bring your own pole and bait
700 S. Broadway Ave, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
(crawlers, stink bait, shrimp, liver, etc). 4 fish limit per family. No culling. You catch it, you keep it!
Friday, June 10: Buck Thomas Park 1903 NE 12th St., 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Warren Theatres Summer Kids Series
Friday, June 17: Veterans Memorial park
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.
1900 SE 4th St., 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where: Warren Theatre, 1000 S. Telephone Road What to expect: An inexpensive, but fun and kid-friendly movie series to
Friday, June 24: Apple Valley Park Pavilion and Splash Pad
help get through those hot summer days!
4401 Melrose Dr., 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $2.00 per person, $15 per person for a season pass, and $6.00 for a special kid-pack concession combo.
Friday, July 8: Parmalee Park and Splash Pad
Space Jam
1308 N. Janeway, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Home
May 31 and June 2
June 7 and 9
Alvin & The Chipmunks: Friday, July 15: Little River Park Pavilion 700 Block of SW 4th St., 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
The Road Chip Shrek 2
June 14 and 16
June 21 and 23
Minions
Dive-In Movie
The Lego Movie The Peanuts Movie
When: Saturday, June 25 and Friday, July 22
Hotel Transylvania 2
Where: The Station Aquatic Center, 700 S. Broadway Ave.
Night At The Museum 3
What to expect: Bring your whole family to the Aquatic Center for a
The Sponge Bob Movie:
night of movie fun while swimming
Sponge Out Of Water
June 28 and 30
July 5 and July 7
July 12 and 14
July 19 and 21
July 26 and 28 August 2 and 4
Saturday, June 25 - Time TBA Happy Feet Friday, July 22 - Time TBA Zootopia
Call 735-9676 for more information.
Movie in the Park When: August 12 Where: Central Park Amphitheater, 700 S. Broadway Ave. What to expect: A fun night for the whole family watching a great movie under the stars. Movie: Jurassic World
Miles4Smiles Ride The Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children is hosting its 16th Annual Miles4Smiles
Moore War 5K Run Mark your calendars and dust off your running shoes for the 8th Annual Moore
bike ride on Saturday, June 18 in South Oklahoma City. The ride is designed for cyclists of all levels with a 56-mile endurance course, a 44-mile medium course, a 27-mile course, and a short 10.5-mile fun course.
War Run. This year’s 5K is set for Saturday, August 27. The race will begin at 7:30 a.m. at Moore High School and will take runners through downtown Moore. The annual
Onsite registration for all distances opens at 6:00 a.m. at Emmaus Baptist Church,
event sanctioned by the USATF allows alumni from Moore and Westmoore as well
located directly north of the OBHC OKC Campus at 16301 S. Western Avenue. And
as members of the community to put aside their differences to come together for
the ride begins at 7:00 a.m.
one common cause, current students, with proceeds from the run going to benefit scholarships for all three Moore high schools. For more information or to register, go to www.moorewarrun.com
Registration costs are $25 per individual, $35 per tandem, and $15 for children 12 and under. A t-shirt and lunch are included in the registration fee. There is no additional charge for registering after June 1. However, t-shirts are not guaranteed. For more information, maps of routes, or to register, visit miles4smilesokc. com or call 405-691-7781.
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City of Moore Summer Camps
Summer Educational Camps
June Youth Arts and Crafts Camp
Summer Gizmo’s, Gadgets, & Thang’s Camp Presents: CSI
When: June 6th - 10th
When: June 20th - June 24th Where: The Station at Central Park
Where: The Station Recreation Center Activities Room
Time: 1pm - 4pm Ages: 7 to 14yrs
Time: 9am - Noon
Fee: $85.00 w/T-Shirt Registration Type: Online
Ages: 6 to 11yrs
Registration Time: May 16th - June 13th Instructor: Julie Robinson
Fee: $85.00 w/T-shirt
Ever watched the show CSI and thought: “I would love to do that” In this camp
Registration Type: Online
you will get your chance to be your own science detective and lab technician. You
Instructor: Donna Barnard
will get to figure out who the murder is by learning how to use science and math
Create colorful paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and more. You will use watercolors,
to unveil clues that will help you solve the crime.
paint, crayons, beads, strings, and clay. So much fun and the best part is you get to keep and take home what you make.
Summer Gizmo’s, Gadgets, & Thang’s Camp Presents: Outdoor Camp When: July 25th - July 30th
June Arts and Crafts Camp 4 Teens When: June 6th - 10th Where: The Station Recreation Center Activities Room
Where: The Station at Central Park Time: 9am - Noon, July 25th - 28th and 6pm - 8pm July 29th - Optional Campout overnight on the 29th, Must Be Accompanied by an Adult.
Time: 1pm - 4pm
Ages: 6 to 12yrs Fee: $85.00 w/T-Shirt Registration: Online
Ages: 12 to 17yrs
Instructor: Julie Robinson
Fee: $85.00 w/T-shirt
Learn the ins and outs of the outdoors by doing nature hikes, learning about
Registration Type: Online
insects, and how to make a fishing pole out of nature. These will be a few of the
Instructor: Donna Barnard
activities that you will learn in this fun filled week spent outdoors. Top is all off with
Create colorful paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and more. You will use watercolors,
a campout overnight at Little River Park.
paint, crayons, beads, strings and clay. So much fun and the best part is you get to keep and take home what you make.
Summer Extreme Animals Camp
July Cartoons & Clay Art Camp
Extreme Animals June Summer Camp:
When: July 11th - July 15th
When: June 20th - 24th Where: The Station at Central Park
Where: The Station Recreation Center Activities Room
Time: 9am - Noon Ages: 6 to 12 yrs
Time: 9am - Noon
Fee: $115.00 w/T-shirt Registration Type: Online
Ages: 7 to 11yrs
Instructor: Extreme Animal Staff
Fee: $85.00 w/T-shirt
Get ready for a wildly entertaining experience! Get up close and personal with
Registration Type: Online
endangered species, creepy crawlies and more! You will also learn about different
Explore painting, drawing, printmaking and sculpture in this exciting camp
habits and create different tpes of arts and crafts that relate to those species and
exclusively for teenagers. All supplies and snack included, plus receive a T-Shirt.
their habits.
Class taught by a certified art Instructor. Extreme Animals July Summer Camp: When: July 18th - 22nd Where: The Station at Central Park Time: 9am - Noon Ages: 6 to 12 yrs Fee: $115.00 w/Tshirt Registration Type: Online Instructor: Extreme Animals Staff 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 habits and create different types of arts and crafts that relate to those species and their habits.
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Summer Sport Camps
Blazers Ice Centre Summer Sports Camp
Camps are Monday-Friday from 9am - Noon
When: May 31 - August 19Where: Blazers Ice Centre, 8000 S. Interstate 35
Ages 7 - 13yrs - Boys and Girls Fee: $75.00
What to expect: Ice skating, arts and crafts, weekly themed activities,
Each Camper will receive a T-Shirt in Week Camps and Snacks
movies, games, and plenty of fun.
will be provided Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Golf Camp
Children ages 7 to 12
When: May 31st - June 3rd Where: Earlywine Golf Course
$125 per week (Multi-week discount is available)
Mike McConville - Southmoore’s Golf Head Coach
$25 registration fee
Basketball Camp
HMI Oklahoma Hockey Camp
When: June 6th - 10th Where: The Station at Central Park
When: June 6 - 10
Scott Hodges - Westmoore’s Men’s Basketball Head Coach Mike McEwen’s Hockey Development - Checking Camp Soccer Camp
When: June 27 - July 1
When: July 6th - 10th Where: Moore High School Lorie Witherspoon - Moore High School Soccer Coach
Mike McEwen’s Hockey Development - Stick Skills Camp When: August 1 - 5
Tennis Camp When: June 15th - 19th Where: Buck Thomas Tennis Courts
For more information contact Cindy at blazersicecentre@gmail.com
Jim Lawson - Moore High School Tennis Coach
or call 405-631-3307.
Volleyball Camp When: June 20th - 23rd Where: The Station at Central Park Janet Brannon - Southmoore Volleyball Coach All N 1 Sports Camp When: August 8th - 12th Where: The Station at Central Park Variation of Different Sports to be played every day throughout the week Athena Mathis - Apple Creek P.E. Teacher Football Camp Cost: $100 When: July 14-16 Where: Buck Thomas Park - South Front Field Ages: 4-12 years old Information: This will be a 3-day non-contact youth football camp. Participants must bring their own mouthpieces, cleats, athletic shoes and athletic shirts. No pads or helmets are needed or permitted. This is a skill position camp and combine taught by present and former NFL, college, high school coaches, and players. Instructor: Lorenzo Williams (Westmoore Head Football Coach and former player for the Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers, and the University of Missouri) One Day Basketball Camps Cost: $25.00 per person Instructor: Scott Hodges - Westmoore Men’s Basketball Coach 1. Offensive Skills Camp: This camp is for any person looking to enhance thier skills on the offensive side of the ball. The camp will go over different kinds of dibbling skills, passing, shooting and offensive skills. When: Thu. July 7th Time: 8am - Noon Where: The Station at Central Park 2.
Shooting Camp:
This camp is to improve your shooting from
anywhere in the gym. This camp will focus on jump shots and low posts moves. Emphasis will be placed on shooting form and the proper way to make lay-ups. When: Mon. Aug. 1st Time: 8am - Noon Where: The Station at Central Park
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Artworks Academy The Artworks Academy of Performing Arts will feature an extended series of musicals and summer camps for children from K-12. Summer Musicals Thoroughly Modern Millie JUNIOR Features K-8th grade students June 10-12 Performances are at Hillsdale College Tickets are $8 and can be purchased at the door or online at www.ArtWorksAcademy.com Thoroughly Modern Millie Features 7th-12th grade students June 17-19 Performances are at Hillsdale College Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door or online at www.ArtWorksAcademy.com Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS Features K-7th grade students July 29-30 Performances are at Hillsdale College Tickets are $6 and can be purchased at the door For more information visitArtWorksAcademy.com 13 The Musical Features 8th-12th grade students August 5-6 Performances are at Hillsdale College Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door or online at www.ArtWorksAcademy.com Summer Camps Galactic Dance Camp For 3-9 year olds June 27-30 from 3:00-5:00 pm at ArtWorks Academy Enroll online at www.ArtWorksAcademy.com Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS Musical theatre production camp For K-7th grade students Auditions the first day of camp – everyone will be cast July 18-29 from 1:00-4:00 pm at ArtWorks Academy Performances are at Hillsdale College July 29 and 30 Enroll online at www.ArtWorksAcademy.com
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Girls of America Dance Camp
Hip Hop (6th-12th grade)
Come and dance with your doll!
Tuesday 6:00-6:55 pm
For K-5th grade students August 1-4 from 1:00-4:00 pm
Ballet Leaps and Turns (6th-12th grade)
at ArtWorks Academy
Tuesday 7:00-7:55 pm
Enroll online at www.ArtWorksAcademy.com Contemporary Jazz (6th-12th grade) Summer Dance Intensive
Thursday 5:00-5:55 pm
For 5th-12th grade students August 1-4 from 1:00-4:00 pm
Adult Tap (18 years old and up)
at ArtWorks Academy
Thursday 7:45-8:15 pm
Enroll online at www.ArtWorksAcademy.com Auditions Summer Six Week Classes Classes run June 27 - August 4
Musical Theatre Company This company is currently open to 3rd-12th grade
Parent and Tot (18 months-2 year olds)
students who are really passionate about musical
Tuesday 5:30-6:00 pm
theatre and wish to be part of a talented group of young performers. Auditions are required and students must
PreDance (3-5 year olds)
also be enrolled in Production Company (our musical
Tuesday 6:00-6:45 pm
theatre class which produces a full-length musical each semester) to participate. Students will perform
PreDance (3-5 year olds)
at various festivals and functions throughout the
Thursday 5:30-6:15 pm
school year. Auditions are Thursday, June 23 at 4:00 or 6:00 pm.
Fairy Tale Art (4-6 year olds)
Please visit www.ArtWorksAcademy.com for more
Monday 5:15-6:00 pm
details, including rehearsal times for the summer and fall. Please sign up for an audition time on our website.
Ballet/Tap Combo (K-2nd grade) Thursday 6:15-7:10 pm
13 The Musical This summer we will be producing 13 The
Art 1: Nature Art (K-2nd grade)
Musical with 8th-12th grade students.
Monday 6:00-6:45 pm
will be Thursday, June 23 at 4:00 or 6:00 pm and
Auditions
callbacks will be Friday, June 24. Please visit www. Hip Hop (1st-5th grade)
ArtWorksAcademy.com for more details and to
Tuesday 7:00-7:45 pm
sign up for an audition time. Students will rehearse Monday and Thursday nights from 6:00-8:30 pm,
Junior Ballet/Tap/Jazz Combo (3rd-6th grade)
June 27-August 4. Performances will be August 5-6.
Thursday 6:15-7:45 pm The Dance Company Art 2: ReCreate (3rd-6th grade) Tuesday 6:00-6:55 pm
The Dance Company is our dance competition team. Students interested, must audition. The Dance Company attends two competitions in the spring
Private Voice Lessons (10-18 year olds)
and performs at our annual dance recital. The Dance
Day and time arranged with instructor
Company is open to students in kindergarten12th grade.
Improvisational Acting (5th-12th grade) Monday 6:00-6:55 pm
Auditions will be Wednesday, August 3 at 6:00 pm. Please visit www.ArtWorksAcademy.com for more information on requirements and auditions.
Tap (6th-12th grade) Tuesday 5:30-6:00 pm
The Dancenter Summer Camps Limited Enrollment Enrollment Deadline: June 20, 2016 Cost: 1 camp — $100
2 camps — $150
3 camps — $175
4 camps — $200
Deposit: $75 Before & After Care available: $30 Per Camp Bring a sack lunch daily Snacks & drinks provided Hip Hop Camp When: June 28 & 30 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: Hip Hop Class/Learn a dance routine/Make a music video/Crafts Princess Camp When: July 11 & 13th - 10am – 3pm Information: Manners Class/Table etiquette/Basic Ballet Class/Crafts/Tea Party Pom Camp When: July 12 & 14 10am to 3pm Information: Jazz & Hip Hop Class/Learn a Pom dance routine/Crafts/ Make a music video Glamour Camp When: July 18 & July 20 - 10am to 3pm Information: Modeling Class/Jazz Class/Photo Shots/Crafts/Runway Show
Mathnasium of Moore 1031 SE 19th St • 405-412-8758 Summer learning loss can diminish a child’s academic success and confidence, keeping them from performing their best during the upcoming school year. Mathnasmium’s expanded summer programs are all about helping students prepare for what lies ahead. There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to education. Every child is unique and Mathnasium customizes a program for each child so they can work on their exact areas of need. Summer Schedule Monday - Thursday: 3:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Friday: Closed Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed
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City Beat Sponsored by
John M. Ireland Funeral Home
Andy Alligator’s Fun Park
Elevation Trampoline Park
If you’re looking for some hot summer fun you need look no further than Andy
Take a break from the heat and head indoors for some summer fun at one of
Alligator’s Fun Park. The park features Speedway Go-Karts, Bumper Cars, the Frog
Moore’s newest attractions. Elevation Trampoline Park features over 5,000 feet
Hopper Ride, The Rock climbing challenge, a three-level Kidz Zone play area,
of trampolines that will push you higher than anywhere else in Oklahoma. You
Batting Cages, Mini Bowling, Gator Golf, and a game room. New attractions like
can also test your skills on the sports courts designed specifically for Vertical
the two-story laser tag arena, a rookie go-kart track, and indoor rock walls will
Volleyball 3D, Dodgeball Xtreme 3D, DunkBall 3D and Trampoline Bootcamp, or
open in early summer. You can also arrange for a birthday party or group outing
dive into the state of the art Foam Pit designed to provide a soft landing giving
with special group pricing.
you the courage to attempt your newest trick. A Kids Court is also available for the
You can pay by attraction or purchase an unlimited fun pass.
junior jumpers ages two to six. You can also arrange a group outing of any size for
For more information, call 405-321-7275 or visit www.andyalligators.com.
birthday parties, corporate team building events, church and youth groups, and
Fun Park Hours
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Andy Alligator’s Water Park Take a refreshing break from the Oklahoma heat and get more out of your summer with a visit to one of Oklahoma’s newest family fun destination. Andy Alligator’s Water Park is perfect for a day of wet fun, birthday parties, and group outings. Challenge your friends on the Riptide Racer, grab a tube and take a relaxing trip in the Paradise River, experience unexpected curves, drops and loops on the Banzai Pipeline, or embark on the ultimate play adventure in Cowabunga Cove which features over 100 ways to get wet and have fun. The park also has cabanas available for rent. Season passes are available for individuals and for individuals plus one guest. Daily passes can also be purchased at the Water Park or online. For more information, call 405-321-7275 or visit www.andyalligators.com. Water Park Hours May 23 – August 16 Sunday
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HeyDay Entertainment Center This family entertainment center is your one-top shop for fun and excitement, no matter your age. Test your skills in the two-level, 7,000 square foot laser tag arena that features brides, ramps, and plenty of pillars, arches and passageways that are enhanced with futuristic lighting and swirling fog. Tee off on the 18-hole miniature golf course that includes lots of elevation changes, water hazards and even some sand traps. Go for the strike on one of the 24 state-of-the-art bowling lanes. And channel your inner daredevil with the indoor ropes course or the laser maze. You can also get your game on inside the arcade that houses over 50 of the latest and greatest video games. When all of that action gets you appetite charged up, you can refuel at the onsite Boomerang Grille or Double Dave’s PizzaWorks. Then you can kick back in Revolutions, an area for those 21 years old and up, that features TVs, pool tables and drinks of all varieties. HeyDay is also available for group outings and birthday parties. For details on pricing, specials, reservations, or to book your next event, call 405-310-3500 or visit www.heydayfun.com HeyDay Hours Sunday – Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Thursday Friday
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We can accept up to 25 campers per day, so register early.
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Activities: Bowling, laser tag, laser maze, ropes course, mini-golf, camp games
Join us at the Orr Family Farm for our annual summer camp! Sessions
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Food:Chicken biscuits will be provided for breakfast and for lunch, campers can
Kindergarten through sixth grade children (or ages 5 to 11 years) are welcome
choose from a small 1-topping pizza or a chicken tender basket.
to participate.
We reserve the right to call the parents or guardian of a campers acting in bad
Camp includes educational opportunities to learn about farm animals,
behavior. Campers that act in such behavior may be asked to sit out for the day or
animal care and agriculture. Camp includes instruction time on topics such
will have to be picked up by a parent or guardian. No refunds will be given.
as pony care, animal care, petting and feeding techniques, how to fish and
If you have questions, please email jonathon@heydayfun.com
how to milk a cow. Activities include pony rides, fishing, animal barn visits, challenging games and more. Cost of the camp is $170 per child and includes all lunches, snacks and drinks as well as a camp T-shirt, backpack and water bottle. Registration: Please register your camper online here. After you have completed the registration form, please click the Pay Now link to complete the summer camp registration by paying the entry fee online. Please note, your camp registration is not complete until payment has been made. If you have any questions, please call (405) 799-3276.
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Pioneer Library System Summer Reading Programs On Your Mark, Get Set…Read! While its activities and services are a year-round feature, the Pioneer Library System is never busier than during the summer months, when the Summer Reading Program fills local libraries with action. The activities all get started with Summer Reading Kickoff events at both the Moore Public Library and the Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library. This year, those activities will take place on Wednesday, June 1. In Moore, the festivities will again begin with a Summer Reading Parade, leaving at 10 a.m. from the front of Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway St. Once paraders have made the several blocks walk to the library, they’ll be greeted with activities like crafts, stories and more festivities to get readers in the mood for Summer Reading. Ask about the Climb Mount Moore Challenge! The SOKC library’s SRP Kickoff takes place on Thursday, June 2 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to participate in amazing sports, health and fitness crafts, games and activities for all ages. There will be library tours, healthy snacks, health & wellness information from local community partners and so much more at this come and go event! Children, teens and adults can also sign up for the 2016 Summer Reading Program. It’s a super-hero type of summer at the libraries, with this year’s theme of “Every Hero Has a Story” sure to bring out heroes and perhaps a few villains. This year’s program schedule features many favorites as well as some new faces that will bring their talents to the library. Find exact dates and times by visiting or calling any PLS Hometown Library or going online to pioneerlibrarysystem.com.
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Senior Living Good Things About Being Social BY KATHLEEN WILSON, AGING SERVICES INC.
We have all heard the phrase, “There is strength in numbers”. While we understand that this philosophy usually applies to military engagement, it has also been proven that people who are part of a group are better prepared to defeat an internal foe – the threat of bad health. Social interaction is especially important to people as they age and find themselves in environments where they aren’t surrounded by as many people as they once were in the days when they were part of the work place. Social interaction also has proven to lead to a decrease in stress. Connections like just holding someone’s hand can lower the blood pressure for most people. Humans were meant to be connected to one another, and our bodies and brains align with that notion. Not surprisingly, social isolation can breed real risks. Some of these risks include feeling lonely and depressed; being less physically active; having an increased risk of death and high blood pressure. This information is according to studies conducted by the University of Rochester
Medical Center. Their studies have also found that severe social isolation is at least as deadly as smoking – doubling your risk of early death. Disengagement can lead to social isolation, depression, cognitive decline and loss of functionality. With such an apparent link between socializing and health benefits, it is a good idea for all seniors to be motivated to socialize. After seniors retire from their work place or find that their children have grown up and moved away leaving an empty nest, having an active social life can become more challenging than it once was. Social circles can grow smaller for a number of different reasons such as relocation, deaths, physical limitations, illnesses and medical conditions. Many folks indentify themselves with their occupation, such as I am a school teacher or I am an accountant. When they retire it becomes, I am a retired school teacher or I am a retired accountant. Sometimes you hear people who have retired remark that they feel they either retired too soon or that they didn’t have anything to retire to. This attitude can lead to
a sort of identify and social disengagement that can spiral into a lack of interest in the things that once ignited passion and creativity in their lives. It is important to be careful that the days we choose to be inactive, un-ignited and disengaged do not become extended and linked together. This can create a downward spiral into poor health and discomfort. Being a member or a part of something has value. Regularly surrounding yourself with a group of friends either new friends or old friends and family members leads to obvious health and psychological benefits as well as a boost in passion and creativity. Try these five tips to keep your connections very strong: 1. Volunteer in your community. The Brand Senior Center is always looking for volunteers to take meals to the home bound in Moore. This is a wonderful and worthwhile volunteer activity. 2. Visit the Brand Senior Center and participate in the activities there with other seniors. See old friends and make new ones.
3. Join a group focused on activities that you personally enjoy such as playing cards or a book club. Check the activity schedule at the Brand Senior Center where card games are frequently played. Check the local library for a book club that might be of interest. 4. Try taking a class – learn a new language or a new style of cooking or experiment with a new hobby. The Moore Norman Vo-Tech offers lots of interesting self improvement courses. 5. Join a gym or a fitness center to stay physically fit and engage with other folks, both young and old. Don’t loss your energy to inactivity – get out of your house and join in your community. Go to your local senior center, it is also a social center. Get involved, Thrive!
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Senior Living Getting a Good Night’s Sleep You want a good night’s rest. Getting enough sleep helps you stay healthy and alert. Many older folks don’t sleep well. If you’re always sleepy, it may be time to see a doctor. You shouldn’t wake up every day feeling tired. Sleep and Aging Older adults need about the same amount of sleep as younger folks – 7 to 9 hours each night. Seniors tend to go to sleep earlier and get up earlier. There are two kinds of sleep – REM (rapid eye movement) sleep and non-REM sleep. Dreams mostly occur during REM sleep. The deepest sleep occurs during non-REM sleep. Older adults spend less time in deep sleep which may be why older people are often light sleepers. Sleep Problems There are many reasons why older people may not get enough sleep. Feeling sick or being in pain can make it hard to sleep. Napping during the day can disrupt sleep at night. Some medicines can keep you awake. No matter the reason, if you don’t get a good night’s sleep, the next day you may: • Be irritable • Have memory problems or be forgetful • Feel depressed • Have more falls or accidents • Feel very sleepy during the day Insomnia Insomnia is the most common sleep problem in adults age 60 and older. People with insomnia have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. If you’re having trouble sleeping, you may: • Take a long time to fall asleep • Wake up many times in the night • Wake up and be unable to get back to sleep • Wake up tired • Feel very sleepy during the day There are many causes of insomnia. Medicines aren’t a cure for insomnia. Developing healthy habits at bedtime may help you get a good night’s sleep. Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is another serious sleep disorder. A person with sleep apnea has short pauses in breathing while sleeping. If not treated, sleep apnea can lead to other problems such as high blood pressure, stroke or memory loss. Feeling sleepy during the day and being told you are snoring loudly at night could be signs that you have sleep apnea. If you think you have sleep apnea, see a doctor. Movement Disorders Restless legs syndrome, periodic limb movement disorder and rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder are common in older adults. These can rob you of needed sleep. See your doctor for more information. 28 | MOORE MONTHLY | JUNE 2016
Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep There are things you can do to help you get a good night’s sleep, such as: • Follow a regular sleep schedule • Avoid napping • Develop a bedtime routine that includes time to relax • Keep your bedroom dark, not too hot or too cold and as quiet as possible • Have a comfortable mattress, pillow and enough blankets for the season • Exercise regularly but not within 3 hours of bedtime • Make an effort to get outside in the sunlight each day • Be careful about when and how much you eat • Stay away from caffeine late in the day • Drink fewer beverages in the evening • Remember that alcohol won’t help you sleep • Use your bedroom only for sleeping
Safe Sleeping Try to set up a safe and restful place to sleep. Make sure you have a smoke alarm near your bedroom. Lock the outside doors before going to bed. Other ideas: • Keep a telephone handy • Have a good lamp within reach that turns on easily • Put a glass of water next to your bed in case you wake up thirsty • Use a nightlight • Don’t smoke in bed • Remove area rugs • Don’t fall asleep with a heating pad on
Sketches of Moore Bedroom City BY L.T. HADLEY
During much of its history, Moore has been described as a “bedroom city,” often accompanied by a smirk that inferred that Moore was just a place where people stayed all night while doing the important things of life somewhere else. Jobs are important, education is important, the availability of materials and supplies is important. But these are all dependent upon having a place to live, a place to go to at the end of the day for the blessing of peace and rest. In the earliest years, Moore was fairly self-contained, mainly because the expectations of the residents were simple: the main concerns were food, shelter from the elements and a way to make a living. In fact, by the end of the first day after the settlement, there was a shack where bacon, sugar and coffee could be bought and horses rented. But there were also people camping in tents and the beginning of a few houses. The building lots were 25 feet wide by 125 long. Many people took only
one and built a small one-room house that served as kitchen, living area and bedroom; but it met the needs. Most of the floors were dirt, pounded solid, with earth mounded on the outside to keep rainwater out. By the turn of the century, times were better, and the homes were improving with several rooms, glass windows and wooden floors. But they were still the headquarters for living, even for those who went to the other towns for employment. There were a few grand houses in Moore. Dr. Nail lived in a house at North Broadway and Second Street with several upstairs rooms. The grounds were beautifully kept and the cedar trees he planted lasted through the 1980s. The Nails had no children, but schoolteachers and high-school students boarded with them. Banker Smith’s house at South Broadway and Second was two storied and had a basement with a furnace as big
as a small locomotive that warmed the house and a small greenhouse attached on the south side. It was a famous landmark for years, but was principally the home and castle of a family. In 1930, Mel Dyer built the first brick house in Moore for his wife, Sally. It is located on the corner of West Main and Classen. They raised their daughter there and it was Sally’s home for 70 years, until she died within a few months of 100 years of age. Through all the activities of the family, this was their refuge from the elements and from the noise and confusion of the world. At time went on, housing styles changed: bungalows, ranch style houses, split levels, duplexes, apartments, mobile home parks, houses of brick and stone and wood, cottages and grand manors, but all had the same purpose—a home, a place to stay all night. Moore has expanded into a metropolis with every imaginable business, and there continue to be houses built. There
is no stigma to being a “bedroom city,” no reason for the smirks. It simply means homes, places to raise and nurture children, an environment for being refreshed and energized for the day ahead. It is a place to go into at night, shut the world out, kneel beside the bed and be thankful for the wonderful gift of freedom that permits us to have a home of our own.
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Activities at The Station FAMILY FUN EVENTS PING PONG MANIA -------------------------------------------------------------------------Play for fun or for competition with Ping-Pong Mania. Our team will teach you how to play. Bring the whole family out to enjoy a game or two of ping-pong. This is a come-and-go event. There will be random prizes handed out throughout the evening. WHEN: July 21st, August 17th TIME: 7:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room FOR: 6+ (Kids 6-11 must be accompanied by an adult) FEE: Free
PARENTS NIGHT OUT -------------------------------------------------------------------------Once a month on a Fridays, parents can enjoy a night on the town alone while their children are having fun in our childcare centers. Depending on the age, the child will either be in the childcare room or the activity room. You can drop them off as early as 6pm but must pick them up before 10pm. WHEN: June 3rd, July 8th, and August 5th TIME: 6:00 P.M. - 10:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room & Child Care Room FOR: Ages 6 months + REGISTRATION PERIOD: Registration begins in Apr. CLASS COST: $25 per child CLASS MAXIMUM: 4 children (6 months - 18 months) 14 children (19 months - 5 years) 22 children (6 years - 11 years) CLASS INSTRUCTOR: The Station Staff
FAMILY GAME NIGHT -------------------------------------------------------------------------This is an event open for families of all ages. There is a variety of family games including board games like Monopoly to card games like Go Fish. More active games like Ping-Pong and Bean Bag Toss may be part of Family Game Night. WHEN: June 16th, July 14th TIME: 7:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room FOR: All Ages (Children 12 and Under must be accompanied by an adult) REGISTRATION PERIOD: No Registration CLASS COST: Free CLASS INSTRUCTOR: The Station Staff
YOUTH & ADULT DANCE CLASSES ADULT SWING DANCING -------------------------------------------------------------------------Learn how to West Coast Swing and the many variations of it. Before you know it, you will be able to scoot across the dance floor like a pro. West Coast Swing (sometimes called “Jitterbug”) is a group of dances that developed with the swing style of jazz music in the 1920s-1940s, with the origins of each dance predating the popular “swing era”. During the swing era, there were hundreds of styles of swing dancing, but those that have survived beyond that era include Lindy Hop, Balboa, Collegiate Shag, and Lindy Charleston.
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WHEN: July 6th - Aug. 24th Wednesday Nights (8 Classes) TIME: 7:30 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: Adults 16+ REGISTRATION PERIOD: May 1st - July 1st FEE: $60 per session CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Bob Gates
HIP HOP/JAZZ DANCE CLASS -------------------------------------------------------------------------This uses popular AND current music the kids will know and recognize to learn dances and choreography with different elements. Age appropriate music that is clean and not derogatory is used in this class. WHEN: June 2nd-June 23rd Thursday Nights (4 Classes) 2nd Session TIME: 6:15 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: 6-12 Years REGISTRATION PERIOD: May 1st - July 1st for 3rd Session June 1st - July 29th for 4th Session FEE: $55 per session
TODDLER & ME DANCE CLASS -------------------------------------------------------------------------Toddler and adult will go through class together to learn the basics of dance. Very fun for the little one as well as the adult. WHEN: June 1st - June 22nd Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) 2nd Session TIME: 5:15 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: 18 months – 3 Years REGISTRATION PERIOD: May 1st - July 1st for 3rd Session June 1st - July 29th for 4th Session FEE: $55 per session CLASS INSTRUCTOR: TBD
COMBO DANCE CLASS -------------------------------------------------------------------------This is a class where we combine Ballet, Tap and Jazz so the student can get an even mix of the three dance styles. High energy and fun. WHEN: June 1st - June 22nd Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) 2nd Session TIME: 6:15 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: 4-8 Years REGISTRATION PERIOD: May 1st - July 1st for 3rd Session June 1st - July 29th for 4th Session FEE: $55 per session
BABY BALLET -------------------------------------------------------------------------Without mom and dad, the child gets to learn the basics of Ballet through music, movement and balance. Fun, positive and appropriate for the little ones. WHEN: June 2nd - June 23rd Thursday Nights (4 Classes) 2nd Session TIME: 5:15 P.M - 6:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: 2-5 Years REGISTRATION PERIOD: May 1st - July 1st for 3rd Session June 1st - July 29th for 4th Session FEE: $55 per session
ART CLASSES ADULT DRAWING CLASS -------------------------------------------------------------------------Adults will learn how to use various types of media including charcoal, pencil, pastel and ink. Subjects will include still life, landscape, perspective, and portraits. WHEN: June 6th - June 27th (4 Classes) Monday Nights TIME: 6:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: 16+ REGISTRATION PERIOD: Apr. 1st - June 3rd FEE: $45 per Session CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Donna Barnard
ADULT JEWELRY CLASS -------------------------------------------------------------------------Learn how to make bracelets, necklaces, and much more using a variety of art to make and create various jewelry. This class will expand your horizons when it comes to the art of making jewelry. WHEN: July 11th - August 1st (4 Classes) Monday Nights TIME: 7:00 P.M. - 8:15 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: 16+ REGISTRATION PERIOD: May 1st - July 8th FEE: $45 per Session CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Tara Thompson
YOUTH ART CLASSES BEADS & STRINGS -------------------------------------------------------------------------Use beads and strings as the focal pieces to make and take home arts and craft projects. WHEN: June 6th - June 29th Mondays and Wednesdays (8 classes) TIME: 3:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. (Ages 2-5) 4:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. (Ages 6-12) WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room AGES: 3-5 years; 6-12 years REGISTRATION PERIOD: April 1st - June 3rd for 1st Session FEE: $65 per session CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Tara Kirby-(2-5YR), Tara Thompson-(6-12YR)
YOUTH & ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES SPANISH 4 TODDLERS -------------------------------------------------------------------------Learn Spanish for beginners. Toddler classes will teach Spanish to the children with parents. Parents will learn how to teach their child at home. WHEN: July 11th - August 29th, Mondays (8 classes) TIME: 4:30 P.M. - 5:30 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room FOR: 2–5 Years with Parent REGISTRATION PERIOD: May 1st - July 8th CLASS MINIMUM: 6 toddler CLASS MAXIMUM: 15 toddlers CLASS COST: $75 per Session CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Senora Marcula
SPANISH 4 ADULTS -------------------------------------------------------------------------Learn Spanish for beginners. Adult classes will teach the basics of understanding so you will be able to use basic Spanish in the real world.
WHEN: July 11th - August 29th Mondays (8 classes) TIME: 5:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room FOR: Spanish 4 Adults (16+) REGISTRATION PERIOD: May 1st - July 8th Class Minimum: 6 Adults Class Maximum: 20 Adults Class Cost: $75 per Session Class Instructor: Senora Marcula
PERSONAL FINANCE CLASSES -------------------------------------------------------------------------Learn how to better budget your money and how to make your money last for the future. Learn things from how to balance your checking account to smart ways to invest and save. This class includes topics on social security, investing, retirement and taxes. Topics vary each week. WHEN: June 1st - Family Finance June 8th - Saving Money for the Future (1 class) June 15th - Smart Investment Tips (1 class) June 22nd - Planning for a Secure Retirement (1 class)
FAIRY TALES AND FUN -------------------------------------------------------------------------Where children will read and learn about various activities such as drawing, coloring, and singing. WHEN: July 6th - July 27th Monday and Wednesdays (7 classes) TIME: 3:00 P.M -4:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room FOR: 2-5 Yr. Olds REGISTRATION PERIOD: May 1st- July 1st CLASS COST: $65 per Session CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Tara Kirby
ABC & ME -------------------------------------------------------------------------Play games and sing songs to help children learn letters, names and sounds with an adult or parent. WHEN: August 1st - August 24th Monday and Wednesdays (8 Classes) TIME: 3:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room FOR: 2-5 Yr. Olds with Parents REGISTRATION PERIOD: June 1st - July 29th CLASS COST: $65 per Session CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Tara Kirby
MARTIAL ARTS - ISSHIN-RYU KARATE SPECIALTY FOR SELF DEFENSE -------------------------------------------------------------------------Isshin-ryu karate is a Japanese martial art targeted toward effective self-defense applications. These techniques are applicable in the street and in the professional fighting ring. Through repetition and conditioning, the student begins to develop speed, power, confidence, and a basic working knowledge of martial arts. Classes will also contain a fitness component targeted toward cardiovascular exercises and fast-twitch muscle development. WHEN: June 14th - August 9th Tuesday Nights (8 Classes) TIME: 6:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room FOR: Youth & Adults 7+ REGISTRATION PERIOD: Contact Integrity Martial Arts REGISTRATION: http://integrityma.ninja/ CLASS COST: $70 per Session (Each Session includes all 8 classes) CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Integrity
DEFENSE COURSES GUN SAFETY -------------------------------------------------------------------------This course is a must for anyone who chooses to own or carry a handgun for self-defense. You will learn the principles of gun safety tactics and have opportunities to use your acquired skills under the stress of simulated, lethal encounters. There will be no guns or any weapons whatsoever at The Station. This is an informative course with power points and presentations. You will have the option when the class is over to go to the gun range with the instructor. The gun range and cost for the gun range is not included in the fee for the class and is strictly optional. You must fill out a consent form before meeting at the gun range. WHEN: June 4th (Concealed Safety) August 20th (Firearm Safety) TIME: 10 A.M. - 2 P.M. WHERE: The Station Meeting Room AGES: Adults 18+ REGISTRATION PERIOD: April 1st - June 3rd (Concealed Safety) May 1st - August 19th (Firearm Safety) CLASS COST: $45 CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Will Wilson
DEFENSE CLASSES MARTIAL ARTS - ADVANCED COMMUNITY SELF DEFENSE -------------------------------------------------------------------------This class covers basic grips, grabs, and common releases. Basic martial arts techniques including stances, kicks, punches and blocks will be presented. This will also involve basic ground techniques, appropriate reactions and targets. Legal implications of self-defense will also be discussed. Throughout each class, the instructor will provide exercises that target physical fitness and fasttwitch muscle development. WHEN: May 2nd - June 7th Tuesday Night (6 Classes) TIME: 6:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. WHERE: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room FOR: Youth & Adults Ages 7+ REGISTRATION PERIOD: Contact Integrity Martial Arts REGISTRATION: http://integrityma.ninja/ CLASS COST: $70 per Session (Each Session includes all 6 classes) CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Integrity
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Calendar of Events & Performances June 2016 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 102nd Annual School of Art and History Faculty Exhibition, Nancy Johnston Records Gallery. June 14 September 4, 2016. Offered on the heels of the popular annual student exhibition, the School of Art and Art History Faculty Exhibition features work by University of Oklahoma faculty across multiple art disciplines and media. Anticipated works include photography, printmaking, new media, and sculpture.The Fred Jones Jr Museum of Art, 555 Elm Avenue, Norman, OK. Yellow Rose Theater is proud to present, In cooperation with Metro Signs and Hi-Tech Solutions The Award Winning “MOTOWN GREATS SHOW” Starring Michael Andreaus, James “The Honey Cat” Morris, and Tasha Sanders. Relive all the great music of the fabulous MOTOWN as we celebrate 57 years of awesome music and groups. The Temptations, The Four Tops, Diana Ross and The Supremes, The Jackson 5, and many more Don’t miss this MOTOWN Extravaganza! Limited Run one and only run this year!Great dinner, outstanding show all in one ticket price. Call NOW 405-793-7779 before it sells out! 1005 SW 4th St., Moore. Mandy Patinkin in Concert: Dress Casual Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 8 p.m. Mandy Patinkin in Concert presents the Emmy-winning TV star and Tony-winning Broadway legend in his most electrifying role: concert performer. “Mandy Patinkin is in the business of showstopping,” raves The New Yorker. Don’t miss this dazzling evening of story and song. This performance is presented by CityRep Theatre in association with OCCC. CityRep Season Subscribers must call the OCCC Box Office at 405-682-7579 to obtain their tickets. For tickets visit the OCCC Performing Arts Center webpage: http://www. occc.edu/pas/ or call 405-682-7576. CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION Community Breakfast, Saturday, May 14 and 28, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Moore First United Methodist Church, 201 W. Main St., Moore. The free meal is aimed at helping families and seniors make ends meet on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month. Contact Richelle Leibold at 405-794-6671.
Board of Adjustment Meeting, Tuesday, June 14, 5:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore. Planning Commission Meeting, Tuesday, June 14, 7:00 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore. **See Summer Events Guide for a complete list of City of Moore activities. 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.
of year to gather all of your unwanted documents and bring them to the South City Shred Day! This year we are adding a medication drop-off for all unwanted medications that will be gathered by the Oklahoma City Police Department as well. Protect yourself by bringing sensitive, outdated documents to this one-day shredding event. Items to consider shredding: * Outdated tax documents, contracts, agreements, legal paperwork, etc. * Anything with personal information (name, address, DOB, social security number, parents’ information, etc.) * Bank statements, credit card bills, receipts, old bills For more information ontact Liz Cromwell at 405-6341436 or at email lizcromwell@southokc.com.
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.
South OKC Chamber of Commerce Food Truck Event. Saturday, June 11 at from 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m at Andy Alligator’s Fun Park and Water Park, 3300 Market Place, Norman.
CT Clothing Closet, last Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. to 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 for free for community members.
Moore Chamber of Commerce Networking Lunch. Tuesday, June 14 at 11:45 a.m. at the Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main. Cost is $10. Visit the Moore Chamber of Commerce website to register: http://www. moorechamber.com/.
Neighborhood Watch Program. Moore Police Dept. is starting a Neighborhood Watch Program. If interested in helping your neighborhood reduce crime, contact Sgt. Jeremy Lewis, 405-793-4448. South OKC Chamber of Commerce Dream Team Networking Luncheon. June 1 and 8, 12:30 p.m. at Bill’s Steakhouse & Saloon, 1013 SW 89th Street. This lunch networking event will start promptly at 12:30 p.m. and end at 1:30 p.m. A great group of people that really concentrates on helping each other grow their businesses. Call Kyra Kaffenberger for any questions at 405-315-6794.
Fresh Start Community Church Food Pantry, open every second and fourth 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).
South OKC Chamber of Commerce Seriously Fun Networking. Thursday, June 2 and 16 at 3:00 p.m. Join fellow Chamber members at Victoria’s The Pasta Shop, 3000 SW 104th Street for a great opportunity to meet new members, network with others and make new friends! Open networking begins at 3:00 p.m. and the meeting begins at 3:30 p.m. A great group that really concentrates on helping each other grow their businesses. Call Karen Proctor for any questions at 405-659-6696.
Soul Food Community Dinner, Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Moore First United Methodist Church, 201 W. Main St. Food, fun, fellowship and friends. See menu at www.moorechurch.com.
Moore Chamber of Commerce Breakfast N’ Learn. Tuesday, June 7 at 8:00 a.m. at the Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main. Visit the Moore Chamber of Commerce website to register: moorechamber.com.
CITY MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Moore Chamber of Commerce Business Before Hours. Thursday, June 9 at 8:00 a.m. at Broadway Florist, 328 N.Broadway.
South OKC Chamber of Commerce An Exercise in Taste. Tuesday, June 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library. The professional chefs from Food for Thought Leaning Institute put us through some fun tasting exercises--Is this salty, sweet, sour, bitter or umami? We will learn to ‘mindfully taste,’ experimenting with ingredients and spices as we create our own personal summer salsa to take home. Number of participants is limited; registration required. Admission is free. Moore Chamber of Commerce Networking Breakfast. Thursday, June 16 at 8:00 a.m. at the Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main. Cost is $8. Visit the Moore Chamber of Commerce website to register: moorechamber.com/. Moore Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. Thursday, June 16 at 8:00 a.m. at Del Taco, 770 SW 19th. To register visit the Moore Chamber of Commerce website: www.moorechamber.com. South OKC Chamber of Commerce Fourth Friday Tasting by Nosh at Catering Creations Restaurant. Friday, June 24, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. The end of the month will never be the same. Introducing 4th Fridays Tastings, hosted by Nosh! For just $8 ($6 in advance), you get samplings of appetizers and take and bakes, live music and an electric atmosphere! Pre order your tickets with the cashier! Contact Cathy Hanselman for more information. FITNESS AND DANCE CLASSES
Parks Board Meeting, Tuesday, June 7, 7:00 p.m., Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore. City Council Meetings, Mondays, June 6 and 20, 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore.
South OKC Chamber of Commerce Free Shred Day and Medication Drop-Off. Friday, June 10 at from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m at Moore Norman Technology Center and the Southwest Oklahoma City Library. It’s that time
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Bootcamps: • Morning Bootcamp is available at First Baptist Church Moore 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. • Afternoon Bootcamp is available at First Baptist Church Moore 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 through 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 at the small fee of $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. First Baptist Church of Moore Community Life/Recreation Center, open Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Wednesdays and Fridays, 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and Saturday open 8:00 a.m. to 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 Baptist Church Moore, every Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The classes are free for anyone ages eight and up. Uniforms available at a discounted rate. Call 405-793-2600 for more information. Morning Fitness, First Baptist Church Moore, every Monday at 9:00 a.m. Ages 40 and up preferred. The class is $2. Call 405-793-2600 for more information. Pickleball, First Baptist Church Moore, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00 a.m. Ages 10 and up. The class is free. Call 405-793-2600 for more info. Senior Exercise, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 10:15 a.m., Brand Senior Center. Tai Chi, First Baptist Church, Moore, every Thursday at 6:00 p.m. for ages 13 and up. The class is free. Call 405-793-2600 for more information. Christian Life Center Zumba, Mondays at 7:15 p.m. at the Christian Life Center located at 201 W. Main St. $3 fee per class. KIDS’ CORNER Agape: First Church Moore, Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m., 201 W. Main. Homework and Hangout for Youth (7–12 grades). Community Dinner at 5:30 p.m (cost is $1 for dinner), Family Activities & Church School at 6:00 p.m. Menu can be found at www.moorechurch.com. Afterschool Matters, First Baptist Church Moore, Tuesdays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This program helps students work towards academic success. Available to first through sixth graders. Contact director Carissa Taylor at carissa.taylor@fbcmoore.org to learn more about enrolling your child or to volunteer. Boy Scouts Meetings, Mondays, 7:00 p.m., Moore First United Methodist Church, 201 W. Main St. Children’s Chimes, Moore First United Methodist Church, Wednesdays, 6:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., 201 W. Main St., children 4th - 6th grades will learn to read music.
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. LEAP (Learning Enrichment Arts Program), Moore First United Methodist Church, Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., 201 W. Main St. Open to children attending kindergarten through 6th grade. Choir, life skills games, snacks, and help with homework. 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 Celebrate Recovery: • Faith Crossing Baptist Church Celebrate Recovery, Mondays, 13701 S. Pennsylvania, Oklahoma City. • First Baptist Church Celebrate Recovery, Thursday nights, 6:30 p.m., First 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, 405-794-7313. 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 Baptist Church, Wednesday nights, 6:15 p.m., First Baptist Church, 301 NE 27th Street. Support group for those going through a divorce. Call 405-793-2600 for more information. Grief Share Support Group, First Baptist Church, meets every Monday night at 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 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. GriefShare Support Group, Fresh Start Community Church, meets every Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Fresh Start Community Church, 309 N. Eastern, Moore, 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. 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.
SENIOR CONNECTION AARP, meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month, 6:00 p.m. at the Brand Senior Center, 501 East Main Street, Moore. Programs are on subjects of interest to persons 50 years and over. Potluck dinner follows the program each month. For more information, contact Mary at 405-826-2315. Moore Senior Citizen Nutrition Site, Monday through 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 will be 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 Tuesday and Thursday from the Moore area to Oklahoma City 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. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through 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. SERVICE, COMMUNITY CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS American Legion Meetings, meets every Wednesday, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., 207 SW 1st St., Moore. Open for all veterans. Call 405-794-5446 for more information. Malcolm Hunter Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, meets the second Wednesday of each month at Hillcrest Presbyterian Church, 6600 S. Penn, at 1:00 p.m. For more information, contact Pat Towns at 405-376-5653. Moore Horseshoe Pitching Club, meets Every Thursday, 6:00 p.m. at Fairmoore Park. For more information, contact 405-237-1171. Moore Old Town Association, meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at First United Methodist Church. For further information, contact Janie Milum at cjmilum@sbcglobal.net. Moore Rotary Club, meets Wednesdays at Moore Chamber of Commerce. Civic organization dedicated to contributing and volunteering in our community. Moore Toastmasters, meets 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, meets on 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, meets every Friday, 12:00 p.m., Southwest Integris Cancer Center, SW 44th St. and S. Western, Oklahoma City. Civic organization dedicated to contributing and volunteering in our community.
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 servemoore.com or call 405-735-3060. This story sponsored by
VFW Bruce January Post 8706, Thursday at 7:00 p.m., meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday of every month, Lynlee Mae Event Center, 501 W. Main St., Moore. All veterans welcome. Call Mike Eaton at 405-831-4405 or go to www.vfwpost8706.org for more information. Women: Moms Club of Moore, meets the second Thursday of the month, Westmoore Community Church. Go to www.momsclubsofmoore.com for more information. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 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. 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. Help Deliver Meals to Moore homebound residents. Volunteer drivers needed. Call Darlene Carrell, 405793-9069, Brand Center. 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 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 405-315-0093 or Mr. Randall Cole at 479-220-9735.
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Calendar of Events June 2016 Brand Senior Center For more information on activities and times call (405) 799-3130.
June 2 Medicare Changes info provided by John Vincent 10:30 a.m. June 3 MCOA Monthly Meeting 10:00 a.m. June 7 Country Music House Singers 10:00 a.m. BP checks provided by Walgreens 10:30 a.m. June 9 Carter Hospice speaking on Hospice for Seniors 10:30 a.m. June 14 Library 10:00 a.m. Wii Bowling 10:00 a.m. BP & Sugar checks provided by Loving Care 10:30 a.m. June 15 Cobbler provided by Village on the Park 11:45 a.m. June 16 Rudy & Mary to sing 10:00 a.m. BP checks provided by Arbor House 10:00 a.m. June 19 Happy Father’s Day June 21 Country Music House Singers 10:00 a.m. June 23 Joyful Memories, Sing Alone provided by ComForCare 10:30 a.m. June 27 MCOA Board Meeting 10:00 a.m. June 28 BINGO with Allegiance Credit Union 10:00 a.m. AARP Monthly Meeting & Potluck Dinner 6:00 p.m. Exercise: Mon, Wed & Fri 10:15am Line Dancing Lessons: Wed 12:15pm Wood Carving: Thurs 9:00am -11:00am Other Activities: Dominos, Card Games, Jigsaw Puzzles, Pool, Quilting & Volunteer work is available at the Brand Center. Moore Council On Aging Bus Service Phone: 405-799-3130 Transportation for seniors within the city of Moore is available for errands or appointments from 8am to 3pm Monday through Friday. Moore Senior Citizen Nutrition Site Brand Center Address: 501 E. Main Call 405-793-9069 to make reservations for meals. A meal for seniors 60 & above is a $2.25 donation. Required cost for guests under 60 is $5.00.
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CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT Wed, June 1 — 10 a.m. Summer Reading Kickoff and Parade Thu, June 2, 16 — 6:30 p.m. – Barks, Books and Buddies Saturday, June 4, 18 — 11 a.m. – Family Story Time Mon, June 6, 13, 20, 27 — 10 a.m. – Story Time at Parmele Park Tuesday, June 7, 14, 21, 28 — 10 a.m. – Preschool Story Time Tuesday, June 7 — 2 and 6:30 p.m. – Sugar Free Allstars Family Funk Dance Party Wednesday, June 8 — 10 and 10:45 a.m. – Lapsit Story Time Wednesday, June 8 — 2 p.m. – Wednesday at the Movies Thursday, June 9 — 6:30 p.m. – Viva GLART Grow a Learner Through Art Tuesday, June 14 — 2 and 6:30 p.m. – Dino O’Dell Blast Off to Health Wednesday, June 15, 22, 29 — 2 p.m. – Wednesday at the Movies Wednesday, June 15 — 4 p.m. – Sensory Story Time Tuesday, June 21 — 2 and 6:30 p.m. – Summer Olympic Sports Science Thursday, June 23, 10 a.m. – Family Play Time/la hora de jugar en familia Tuesday, June 28, — 2 p.m. – Tai Chi for Children
CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT Thursday, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 — 10 and 11 a.m. Baby Story Time and Play Thursday, June 2, 4:30 p.m. – Summer Reading Program Kickoff Friday, June 3, 10 a.m. – Sensory Story Time Monday, June 6, 13, 20, 27 10 and 11 a.m. Children’s Story Time and Craft Tuesday, June 7, 14, 21, 28 — 1 p.m. – Come and Go Crafts Tuesday, June 7 — 4:30 p.m. – Lego Quest, Favorite Sports Wednesday, June 8, 22 — 2 p.m. – Super Sports Wednesdays Friday, June 10 — 2 p.m. – Sugar Free Allstars Family Funk Dance Party Wednesday, June 15, 29 — 2 p.m. – Movie Matinee Thursday, June 16 — 3 p.m. – Martial Arts Saturday, June 18 — 2 p.m. – Dino O’Dell Blast Off to Health Friday, June 24 — 2 p.m. – Science Museum Olympics Saturday, June 25 — 2 p.m. – Viva GLART! Tuesday, June 28 — 2 p.m. – OKC Zoo, Tortoise and the Hare Thursday, June 30 — 3 p.m. – Life-Sized Video Games
ADULT / TEEN DEPARTMENT ADULT / TEEN DEPARTMENT Wednesday, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 — 6 p.m. – Pilates Thursday, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 — 2 p.m. – Afternoon Movie Wednesday, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 — 7 p.m. – Zumba Thursday, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 20 — 6 p.m. – Zumba Monday, June 6 — 2 p.m. – On Your Mark, Start the Art, for teens Friday, June 3, 4 p.m. – Meditation Fridays Monday, June 6, 13, 20, 27 — 4:30 p.m. – Tai Chi for All Ages Friday, June 3 — 7 p.m. – Summer Nights Concert Series, featuring Saturday, June 11 — 2 p.m. – Bath Lab 2.0 Black Water Bridge Monday, June 13 — 2 p.m. – Saving the Universe, for teens Saturday, June 4, 11, 18, 25 — 9:30 a.m. – Beginners Tai Chi Tuesday, June 14 — 6 p.m. – An Exercise in Taste Saturday, June 4, 11, 18, 25 — 10 a.m. – Intermediate Tai Chi Friday, June 17 — 6 p.m. – Flexercize Extravaganza Monday, June 6 — 2 p.m. – Saving the Universe, for teens Monday, June 20 — 2 p.m. – Move Your Body, Work Your Mind, Monday, June 6, 13, 20, 27 — 6 p.m. – Beginners Yoga for teens Tuesday, June 7 — 6 p.m. – Book Page Art Monday, June 27 — 2 p.m. – Teen Live Action Pac-Man Tournament Friday, June 10, 24 — 2 p.m. – Teen/Tween Cooking Scene Friday, June 10 — 7 p.m. – Summer Nights Concert Series, featuring Nicnos Monday, June 13 — 2 p.m. – Move Your Body, Work Your Mind, for teens City Beat Sponsored by Monday, June 13 — 7 p.m. – Just Write: A Writer’s Group Tuesday, June 14 — 2 p.m. – Crafternoon: Metal Engraving, for teens John M. Ireland Friday, June 17, 7 p.m. – Summer Nights Concert Series, featuring Maggie McClure Funeral Home and Shane Henry Saturday, June 18 — 2 p.m. – After the Lights Go Out Monday, June 20, 2 p.m. – On Your Mark, Start the Art, for teens Monday, June 20 — 5:30 p.m. – On the Same Page Book Discussion Friday, June 24 — 7 p.m. – Summer Nights Concert Series, featuring Riders Ford Saturday, June 25, 2 p.m. – Flexercise Extravaganza with Adam & Kizzie Monday, June 27, — 2 p.m. – Not Your Mama’s Hula Hoop, with Kelsey Hoops, for teens Tuesday, June 28 — 2 p.m. – Teen Tech Tuesday: Arduino Circuitry Wednesday, June 29 — 2 p.m. – Adult Coloring: Independence Day Celebration Thursday, June 30 — 6:30 p.m. – Moore Reads book discussion
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Bice, Dresel Set to Serve as Co-Head Coaches for Oklahoma City FC Squad OKLAHOMA CITY – Mid-America Christian University men’s and women’s soccer co-head coaches Zach Bice and Evan Dresel will be serving as the co-head coaches of the Oklahoma City FC women’s soccer team that competes in the Women’s Premier Soccer League. “We are very excited to coach the Oklahoma City FC team this summer,” Dresel said. “The WPSL is a showcase of some of the most elite female soccer players in the United States. We are honored to be a part of this league and to represent Oklahoma City with this group of talented young women.” Oklahoma City FC has been competing in the Women’s Premier Soccer League since 2007, as the WPSL is the largest women’s elite amateur league in the world. The WPSL boasts alums such as former U.S. National Team players Abby Wambach, Brandi Chastain, Julie Foudy and Kristine Lilly. Bice and Dresel will lead their Oklahoma City FC squad into the season opener on May 28 against Pines 1779 at Stephen F. Austin Soccer Field in Nacogdoches, Texas, with the home opener taking place on June 4 against Houston South Select at Lakeview Field in OKC. For more information, visit www.oklahomacityfc.com
Under the guidance of fifth-year head coach and Hall of Famer Robert Wakefield, the Mid-America Christian University Lady Evangels have qualified for the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) Softball World Series. Since starting the season 1-6, the Lady Evangels are 25-21 to enter the World Series with a 26-27 overall record. The Lady Evangels used a 12-1 stretch following the 1-6 start to get back into postseason contention. Competing in the highly-competitive Sooner Athletic Conference, the Lady Evangels finished fifth in the league at 10-16. Tiffany Holt is hitting a team-high .362, while Cassidy Hart is hitting .339 this season and pacing the Lady Evangels in several offensive categories, including hits (58), runs (33), doubles (15), RBIs (31) and slugging percentage (.503). Marki Dethloff has a team-high five homers on the season for MACU along with a team-best .497 on-base-percentage that would rank first in school history as an NAIA program. Mykah Smith is second on the team in both homers (four) and RBIs (29). Sparked by the duo of Macie Crites and Morgan Wardlow, the Lady Evangels’ team ERA of 3.13 is the lowest since joining the NAIA. Crites won 11 games in the circle with a 2.30 ERA that would be tops in school history as an NAIA school. She also struck out a team-high 82 batters and limited the opposition to just a .244 batting average. Wardlow also won 11 games and recorded a 3.33 ERA with 61 strikeouts. Five Lady Evangels landed on the All-SAC squad, including: Dethloff, Hart, Holt, Crites and Wardlow.
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Deconstructing the “Seafood is Too Expensive” Myth I was standing in line at the grocery store today when I was struck with a revelation. It’s the kind of thing that was so obvious that I couldn’t believe I hadn’t noticed it before. But the truth is that I’ve spent a lifetime NOT noticing something that I now realize is so essential to my overall health and well-being. Here’s the revelation (and how it ties to a pernicious myth about seafood being too expensive): I was standing in line to checkout when I realized that I had absolutely no processed food in my basket. It was all fresh vegetables, fruits, and seafood. Granted the seafood I was buying seemed pricey — just over $25 for the pound of wild-caught salmon and right at $10 for the pound of deveined shrimp. But my total bill was right at $50 and I had a full week’s worth of dinners (and a couple of lunches) in my cart. That’s just over $7 a meal. Folks, that ain’t bad! Especially considering my extensive dining out patterns prior to beginning my seafood journey. So I went back and looked at my budget and it turns out that I’ve nearly cut my food budget in half simply by being smart, preparing multiple meals at one time, eating those frozen meals, and avoiding eating out.
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Here’s the other lifechanging bonus: I’ve fallen in love with cooking…and that’s something that is absolutely stunning to me. As I’ve explored various recipes and taken a shot at making dishes I never would’ve considered in the past, I find myself fascinated with how different spices and cooking techniques can deliver spectacularly exquisite dining experiences.
Right. There. In. My. Own. Kitchen. I’m not gonna lie, folks…I absolutely DO get excited when I step on the scales and see the numbers continue to shrink. It’s a blast to go to my closet and realize that in another month or so I’m going to need to start thinking about smaller clothes.
But none of that compares to how much fun I’m having buying, preparing, cooking, and eating meals that are not only delicious…they are also unbelievably cost effective. When I shared my OKSeafood Slimdown plans with friends prior to starting this journey more than a few of them wondered out loud, “Wow, seafood is really expensive! How are you going to manage this?” Two months into the trip the answer is refreshingly obvious: not only was it costing me more in real dollars to live a typical processed-food-anddining-out-lifestyle, the toll it was taking on my health was even more expensive. Factor in the discovery of how much fun cooking is…and I feel like a fool for not having made this lifestyle change years ago. Sponsored by
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Tech Headz: The future is here. For real. Like now. BY PATRICK GLUECK & JESSE SWARTZ
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Trifecta Communications presents TrifectAR. TrifectAR is our very own augmented and virtual reality app that will allow us to transform printed media—and more—into a digital wonderland. I know what you’re thinking, “There are tons of apps out there that claim to be the best and do the coolest stuff.” And you’re partially right. With AR and VR exponentially increasing in popularity, there are dozens of apps currently on the market. But what we’ve found time and again is that every single app has limitations to the experiences they can provide and to the extent of what the user can do. In other words, there is no available AR/VR app that offers free creative reign, yet we’ve been feverishly trying to stuff a square peg into a round hole by creating content only to be downgraded by an app’s limitations. After much frustration, we took a step back and changed our approach. For example, you might have noticed that none of our target images are solely powered by one app— there’s a handful of apps we’ve tinkered with along the way but none that have won our hearts. So, we looked at this challenge of creative limitation as an opportunity to go AROUND the problem instead of succumbing TO the problem.
What we’ve done is build a solution to our problem that didn’t previously exist, hence TrifectAR. The beauty of creating our own app is the absence of limitation. We are fully in control of the app’s creative extent—Our imagination is our only restriction. Do you want pigs to fly? We can do that (for the right price, of course). Our goal for TrifectAR is to truly be a ‘one-stop shop’ app—a creative’s dream and a techie’s wonderland. And the best part is, we’re continuously updating, improving and adding functions to the app as new technology pops up. So, if you think TrifectAR is cool today, just wait for tomorrow. Now with all that being said, I’m sure you’re thinking, “Oh, it must be super complicated to use.” But it’s not! It really is as simple as (1) download, (2) scan and (3) watch. So where is this magical app available? TrifectAR can be downloaded for FREE from the App Store and Google Play and is compatible with any smart device. Simply download the app, scan any target image marked with the TrifectAR logo, and watch paper come to life. We’ve got experiences that range from still images and videos to 3D models with interactive animations.
look behind you and see what’s going on. It feels like you’re part of the entire environment, not just a part of a scene with a static view. You may be thinking, “What about all those awesome experiences you’ve made in the past?” Well, they’re going to work on TrifectAR, too! We’re in the process of converting our treasure trove of experiences so you can look back on all those memories through TrifectAR. Want to learn more about TrifectAR? Have a genius idea that you think the world needs to see? Contact Patrick@trifectacomm. net or Jesse@trifectacomm.net. We would love to answer your questions! No question is a bad question. Want to know Patrick’s favorite beer? Or who Jesse’s favorite Marvel character is? ASK AWAY! Now, go download TrifectAR and see what it is like to live in the future.
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No Objections! Moore High School Mock Trial Represents Oklahoma at Nationals in Boise BY BEVERLY FERREE Thousands of high school mock trial champions from across the world gathered in Boise, Idaho, May 11 through May 15, for the National High School Mock Trial Championship, and among the competitors, for the second year in a row, was Moore High School! On March 8 of 2016, with a completely new team, Moore High School’s Mock Trial Team beat OWASSO for the second year in a row, earning the right to represent Oklahoma at the national competition. The students received the details of the case on April 1, and just like all of the other schools competing from across the world, the students had only six short weeks to prepare both a plaintiff and a defense side for competition. The students were given six witness statements and 15 exhibits (to be used as evidence), but the interpretation and preparation of the case was completely up to the team. That means all opening statements, direct and cross examinations, closing statements, and witness performances were prepared and presented by the students. The students received advice and guidance from their coaches, but the competition was completely in their hands. The students arrived in Boise at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 11, and were quickly escorted to their first trial. Competing in two trials a day for four days straight can get emotionally draining, but the students stood toe-to-toe with the world’s best teams. Moore competed against Mississippi, Michigan, Illinois, Alabama, Delaware, Florida, South Carolina and South Korea.
This year’s champion was from Iowa, beating Nebraska to take the title. Earning recognition for individual performances during each round were Dylan Hestand, Daniel Lambert and Joshua Sanders as best attorneys. Noah Andes, Alex Elsea and Juan Martinez earned recognition as best witnesses. This year’s team consisted of Noah Andes (witness), Maura Aponte (timekeeper/ record-keeper), Alex Elsea (witness/cocaptain), Dylan Hestand (attorney/captain), Daniel Lambert (attorney), Juan Martinez (witness), Joshua Sanders (attorney), Jada Small (witness) and Kendrick Wilson (student coach). Coaches included Ishmael Kissinger, Gavin Hart and Beverly Ferree. Attorney coaches included Charlie Glidewell, Jennifer Bruner and Christine Cave. And former students Gabi Glidwell and Randi Mattox also helped the team, bringing a unique frame of reference to the students considering they both competed at nationals last year in North Carolina. And while the students were focused on competition, the experience of working as a team, meeting people from all over the world, and learning to grow as both a team and individuals was the true purpose. Senior Juan Martinez summarized the stress and challenges associated with preparing for competition at this level: “It’s hard to explain how it feels. You feel happy and excited, but at the same time you have feelings of worry and fear that you might not represent your state to the best of your abilities. I mean out of all of the schools
that competed in our state, to be the school that actually gets to represent the state was a real honor and no one on the team took it lightly.” “I loved that instead of making friends, I made a family,” explained junior Maura Aponte. “Out of all of the things I’ll forget after high school, I will never forget mock trial.” Junior Jada Small agreed. “The competition was hard. You need a lot of skill to compete. But the love and support from the team and coaches was incredible,” Small said. “Without them it would have been tough. I could not have asked for a better experience with any other group of people. They’re my little family.” “Representing Oklahoma and being able to meet such wonderful people is something I will never forget,” explained senior Alex Elsea. “It didn’t matter where we came from because we all had one thing in common. We all love mock trial.” All of the students worked tirelessly to represent Oklahoma, and senior Dylan Hestand best explained the commitment, “The greats work until their best is their average.” And while all team members agree they could have done better, they were proud of their performances. Coach Ishmael Kissinger agreed, “Nationals is always tough. You have thousands of talented students competing, and sometimes what separates the teams is very minimal. The team should be extremely proud of their performance and how they represented Oklahoma.”
Oklahoma Bar Association Mock Trial Coordinator Judy Spencer added, “It was a great honor and privilege to accompany these terrific young people to the national competition in Idaho. They performed admirably and made Oklahoma proud.” And like any successful team, there are always people behind the scenes to help. This year, OWASSO’s Mock Trial Team and Judge Daman Cantrell from Tulsa set up a scrimmage for Moore High School to help the students prepare for nationals. But the students would not have been able to attend the competition at all without financial support. The Oklahoma Bar Association funded all of the accommodations, covered the registration fees and provided $4000 worth of support for the transportation. All other funding was covered by businesses and individual supporters, including very generous donations from Brown-O’Haver of Oklahoma, Charlie Glidewell, Keeth McFall and Express Personnel, Noble McIntyre with McIntyre Law, McRoof of Oklahoma, Cyndy Hudson and the Moore High School Alumni Association, OG&E, and Peggy and Mitch Lambert. Perhaps Coach Gavin Hart summarized it best, “The students worked hard, performed well, and in the process experienced an event that is reserved for the best of the best. They made everyone who supported them proud. There could not have been a better group of kids sent to represent Oklahoma.”
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Movie Guide - June 2016
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows
The Conjuring 2
Finding Dory
Independence Day: Resurgence
Lorraine and Ed Warren travel to north London to help a single mother raising four children alone in a house plagued by malicious spirits.
The friendly-but-forgetful blue tang fish reunites with her loved ones, and everyone learns a few things about the real meaning of family along the way.
Two decades after the first Independence Day invasion, Earth is faced with a new extra-Solar threat. But will mankind’s new space defenses be enough?
Central Intelligence
The Shallows
After he reunites with an old pal through Facebook, a mild-mannered accountant is lured into the world of international espionage.
A mere 200 yards from shore, surfer Nancy is attacked by a great white shark, with her short journey to safety becoming the ultimate contest of wills.
The Turtles return to save the city from a dangerous threat.
Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping When it becomes clear that his solo album is a failure, a former boy band member does everything in his power to maintain his celebrity status.
Now You See Me 2 The Four Horsemen resurface and are forcibly recruited by a tech genius to pull off their most impossible heist yet.
Warcraft Me Before You A girl in a small town forms an unlikely bond with a recently-paralyzed man she’s taking care of.
The peaceful realm of Azeroth stands on the brink of war as its civilization faces a fearsome race of invaders: orc warriors fleeing their dying home to colonize another.
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Ask the Tax Guy! Dear Tax Guy: Are there things from a purely financial POV that will help folks with the changing environment in medical insurance? A ‘feeling like the changing environment is actually a steam roller’ reader Dear ‘Steam Rolled” Reader: Healthcare touches us in our most vulnerable, irrational aspects. Yet, in dealing in with it, we must be our most cold-blooded, rational selves. Health insurance, like other types of insurance, is, in essence, risk management. What is risk management? One way of looking at it would to be realize that before the recent spate of earthquakes in Oklahoma, hardly one in 100,000 homeowners felt the need to take out insurance covering home damage caused by earthquakes! People did not perceive the need to insure themselves against this risk. Insurance is spreading the risk among a large( r ) group of people to spread the costs amongst each other. Some years, you have an event, others don’t. They pay in premiums that you use in covering yourself. Other years, you pay in premiums that you don’t use, others get reimbursed for their event. People instinctively get this in regards to house insurance, auto insurance, etc. Yet, we typically refer to our system as health care, rather than health care AND health insurance. Yet, to me, if we are to traverse this landscape, we should acknowledge the distinction. In one of the Harvard Medical School alumni newsletters in the 1930s, it was advised that if someone wanted to make money, they should NOT go into medicine. Doctors got ‘paid’ in eggs, produce, if they got paid at all. Most health ‘events’ occurred at home, including child birth and the death of aged parents with the doctor in attendance at critical moments. As we have moved from an agrarian society to an urbanized, technological society, many tasks that we used to do ourselves have been assumed by others. This isn’t right or wrong, but, I think, there needs to be an understanding of how we got here to understand some of what is happening. That may be just me; I’ve always wanted to understand not just the What, but also the Why.
Prior to World War II, health insurance was a rarity, an outlier, if you will. During World War II, employers, unable to raise wages because of government-imposed wage and price controls, offered ‘benefits’ to entice scarce workers. Among these benefits was health insurance to help pay for health care. Thus began the modern worker’s expectation of employer-provided coverage ending in the Affordable Care Act’s provision that employers with fifty or more workers MUST provide health insurance or pay a penalty. Health care was ‘primitive’ by today’s standards, thus, employers were purchasing insurance on our behalf for fairly constrained choices and consequences. If you got heart failure, the symptoms would be managed, but you would die. Today, we keep really sick people alive for significant periods of time. We replace their hearts, livers, etc. This has costs. I read somewhere recently that 20 percent of the population accounts for 80 percent of health care spending. In many ways, we got ‘spoiled’ by the old system. Cheap co-pays, etc. The cost of the insurance was being covered by our employer, etc. But, the ground shifted. [Employers changed (in some ways due to the same dynamics driving our current topic) from employer-paid pensions to 401(k)s.] Employers had to deal with large premium increases. They countered with opting for plans that offered less benefits and higher deductibles and copays. This was the genesis, if you will, to lifetime limits, exclusion if you had a ‘pre-existing’ condition. Health insurance companies, the government, employers were trying to manage health care costs that were being reimbursed by insurance. (Editor’s Note: Mr. Rush, as usual, has meandered on, not answering the question in the space we allot him in each month’s issue. We had to cut his response in half, and will wrap this up in next month’s issue. We appreciate your forbearance.)
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Moore Entrepreneurs I Plan to Sell my Business, What Should I Consider, in Order to Maximize Value? When you consider selling your business, it is similar to selling your home. There are things you must do before putting it “on the market” to ensure that you make the best impression on potential buyers. You can consider selling your business “as is”, but this increases the risk taken by a potential buyer and will decrease the sales price significantly. In this article, we will take the first approach and look at what needs to be done to prepare for the sale of your business. Learn how businesses in your industry or category are valued. Different industries use different multiples. Some use multiplies of profit, some revenues, and others cash flow. By visiting with a commercial business broker, you can obtain some benchmark metrics and find a helpful starting point for determining the value of your business. You might choose to meet with more than one broker to get a second or third opinion on how best to measure the value of your business. Make sure the business isn’t dependent on you. Build a management team that can run the business without you. The sale becomes more enticing to a buyer when they see a well-trained, process-oriented leadership team that knows how to run the business without much oversight. Maintain accurate & reliable financial records. Before attempting to sell your business, review your financial statements from the past three years. Your records should readily present a clear and accurate picture of the financial health and profitability of your company. Consider having your financial statements reviewed by an independent CPA firm. If your company is greater than $5 million in sales, consider having an independent CPA firm provide audited financial statements.
Create a strong sales culture and growth plan. For privately held companies, sales revenues are usually the first figure that a prospective buyer will look at when considering the acquisition of your company. Making sure you can credibly show three years of meaningful growth before and after the sale will help to maximize price. • What is your growth plan for the next three years? • What is your present market share compared to your competition? • Is your business outperforming the overall economy? • Is your business recession proof? • Do you have an experienced sales force, a marketing and sales pipeline, high customer retention rates and customer loyalty? Get a 360-degree business review. Reach out to your support system – accountants, lawyers, suppliers – ask them where they see your company’s vulnerabilities? You want to do your own due diligence before a buyer does, and address any gaping holes. Accountants will help you minimize capital gains and provide tax planning. Attorneys will help you establish a confidentially agreement so that would-be buyers can’t use or divulge information they gather during the due-diligence process. Buyers do not like surprises. Make sure your records are accurate and easy to interpret. If you have skeletons in your company’s closet, clean them up in advance or make them known to the buyer up front. When you take this step-by-step approach to selling your business, you increase your chances of a smooth sales process with a fair sales price.
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Directed by: Anthony & Joe Russo • Written by: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely Starring: hris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Don Cheadle, Jeremy Renner, Paul Rudd, Elizabeth Olsen
Although Captain America (Chris Evans) lays claim to the movie title, the latest offering from the magnificent men and women of Marvel Studios plays more like an Avengers installment. In fact, only Thor and the Hulk are missing from “Captain America: Civil War”, but that’s probably for good reason, especially since we’re introduced to a rebooted Spiderboy… OOPS! I mean Spiderman! We’ll have a little more on Spidey later for you webheads, but let’s dig into “Civil War” first. If you’ve spent any significant time at all in the Marvel comic book universe, the “Civil War” story arc is a familiar one. The Russo brothers do an efficient job of establishing the civil war clash with an opening scene of an Avengers operation on foreign soil that goes bad. It doesn’t matter that the superheroes’ intentions are noble and will likely save the lives of
thousands of people. The tragic outcome of the mission sparks a public opinion backlash towards the “unlicensed” Avengers. Secretary of State, Thaddeus Ross (William Hurt), stands ready to take advantage of the changing winds of popularity and leverages the damage done to New York City (in the first Avengers movie) and to the country of Sokovia (Avengers 2) to force the team to submit to international oversight. The Avengers split into opposing factions with Iron Man leading the group in favor of yielding to the Sokovia Accords while Captain America insists that submitting to outside governance is filled with too much danger. While the Avengers squabble about whether or not to yield to the Sokovia Accords, Helmut Zemo (Daniel Brühl), a shadowy figure from the past, is setting up a chain of events
that will accelerate and magnify the clash of the Avengers. Zemo’s diabolically clever and convoluted plan involves Captain America’s childhood friend, Bucky Barnes, who became the deadly assassin, The Winter Soldier. Zemo manages to use video of Barnes’ very first mission to drive the final wedge that splinters the Avengers and sets them on their civil warpath. Pardon the pun, but it’s marvelous watching what a movie studio can do with a comic book property when everybody’s rowing in the same direction. The suits at Warner Brothers and Fox really need to take notes from Kevin Feige (president of Marvel Studios) on this. If they did, perhaps they would have avoided the critical catastrophe that was “Batman vs Superman” and “X-Men 3.” While it’s true that we’re watching a comic book movie, the Russo brothers infuse the superhuman action with more than enough ordinary human emotion to give the storyline appropriate gravitas. Even more impressive is the way the team manages to seamlessly blend in the storylines of two new superheroes into an already crowded landscape. First, we meet the newest version of Peter Parker/Spiderman (Tom Holland). You’re probably familiar with how Sony
Studios has struggled on their own to capture that special onscreen magic with Marvel’s most popular superhero. Well, a remarkable cross-studio agreement allowed Feige and the Russo brothers to get first crack at introducing the new webslinger. That massive chorus of “Hallelujah!” you heard was the combined voices of every Spiderman fan who ever lived rejoicing that this version of Spidey finally feels like the one they loved from the comics. Then there’s the introduction of T’Challa/ The Black Panther (Chadwick Boseman). While not nearly as popular as Spiderman, The Black Panther is one of the more revered heroes in the Marvel pantheon and is a welcome addition to the action. One final note of the brilliance on display in “Captain America: Civil War” — the fate of the world does not hang in the balance this time around. That may not seem like such a big deal when it comes to superheroes and comic book movies, but after the threats of global domination and/or extinction over the course of the last four or so episodes, it’s actually kind of nice to have a more localized and personal threat. Helmet Zemo might not be the most menacing villain to voice threats in the comic book world, but there’s no denying he has a devastating impact on the Avengers that resets their course. This sets up very nicely the coming battles the team will face when Feige and the Marvel minions unleash the “Infinity War” storyline.
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Every Kid’s Success is Sweet for Westmoore Coach
There are many obvious ways to measure success in the coaching world: the number of trophies resting in glass cases, how many championship banners are lined up along the walls of a gymnasium, or the roster of teams or individuals who won state championships or All-State honors. Westmoore’s Laura Clay has all of those things, along with a state Hall of Fame induction that was awarded to her while she was still coaching. While all of those things mean a lot to Clay, who is retiring from teaching and coaching this year, they pale in comparison to what she considers her most important measure of success: teaching, coaching, and loving each and every student under her care so that every one of them makes personal gains. It’s a passion that has carried her through nearly 30 years of professional life. Nearly three decades…coaching at the same school. “I think that as a coach you’ve got to make sure that you have the passion for it because if you don’t, it’ll show through,” said Clay. Over her long and storied career she has seen the accolades and honors pile up. Clay was a seven-time All-State athlete and a four-time state champion as a high school student. As a coach, her athletes or teams
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have raked in two team state championships, multiple individual titles, at least a half-dozen state runners-up placements, finished in the top ten, 25 out of 27 years, and finished in the top five, 10 out of 27 years. The only thing that matches the consistent excellence associated with the Westmoore cross country and track programs has been Clay’s consistent commitment to coaching every single student with genuine concern and attention.
The accounting world’s loss was Moore Public School’s gain. Clay’s first teaching and coaching job was at Brink Junior High. She remembers getting a call from thenAthletic Director Ray Goldsby at the end of that first year.
“I think that you’ve got to be consistent with everything that you do,” said Clay, “That you treat all the kids the same whether they’re your fastest kids or your slowest kids.”
It was the second year of school, the second year of the program, and most kids were new to the sport, but Clay remembers Coach Melson and how she worked to build that young program.
Clay grew up in Moore, graduating from Moore High School in 1983. After a year at Rose State College and a year at Northeastern Oklahoma, she transferred to the University of Central Oklahoma where she decided to focus on finishing school. Her initial plan was to be an accountant. “I loved working with numbers,” said Clay, “But then I was just sitting there one day and I thought, ‘There’s no way I can sit still like this all day long!’ And it struck me that coaching was what I wanted to do.”
“He asked me if I’d be willing to come over here and coach at Westmoore High School and he told me all about Coach Melson, who was the head coach at the time, and I said, ‘Absolutely!’”
The program has been one of the most consistent in the state over Clay’s time at the helm. Clay is quick to point to the coaches who’ve worked alongside her to help build the Westmoore tradition. But all of those coaches and athletes who’ve labored with her all remember her passion for excellence that was extended to every kid. And for Clay, it’s the results of that “every kid” philosophy that shine as her most treasured accomplishment.
“It’s not the kids who have the talent and already have the drive and the competitive nature,” said Clay, “It’s getting those kids who never felt like they belonged to anything that would’ve been those kids who would’ve fallen through the cracks and gone through all their high school and junior high years and they look back on high school and say, ‘It was never anything to me.’” That kind of passion and drive comes from a place of deep personal pain for Clay and her husband, Cecil. Early in their marriage they were unsuccessful in having children of their own. It was out of that struggle that Clay turned to her faith and sought out God. “I prayed to God about it and was searching for answers, and I think His answers to me were, ‘I don’t need you to have kids because I need you to help raise all these other kids,’” said Clay. “And I think that’s been my role over the years is to be that for God, to be that person that He needed here. And I honestly believe that’s what’s got me through all these years is that what He said, ‘This is where you’re going to get to be a mother.’” That maternal instinct was so obvious that parents and students alike responded to it, with many of them calling
her “Momma Clay.” It also helped that parents responded to Clay’s love for their children by welcoming them into their own lives as a family member. Clay sees it all as fulfilling a mission from God. “God sets us all out there and you know He sends some people abroad to be missionaries,” said Clay, “And I honestly believe He said, ‘We need missionaries here, too. We need them in our public schools. We need to make sure that everybody sees the love of Christ.’ I honestly believe that that’s it.”
available to those who might need another dose of her passion for every kid. “Showing people love and taking care of that was going to be what made other people be successful,” said Clay, “And I think that’s what I’ve tried to do over the years is to make sure kids know I care about them, make sure the people that I’m around know that I care about them.”
Clay is now ready to hand her mission over to a new generation of coaches. It’s a bittersweet changing of the guard, but the long-time coach has plenty of confidence in those who will be taking over. “I’m so, so proud of it, of where we’ve come,” said Clay, “But I also know that the people I have here coaching right along side of me are the same people that can keep this thing going when I leave, so that really makes me happy.” And don’t think she’s going to disappear completely. While Clay and her husband plan to enjoy retirement and do plenty of traveling, she also intends to make herself
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Norman Regional Moore Update
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BY RICHIE SPLITT, INTERIM PRESIDENT AND CEO NORMAN REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM
We’ve been busy wrapping up construction and moving in to our new Norman Regional Moore healthcare facility. We are making sure everything is just right so we can best serve you from the moment we open our doors to the public. Please check our website, normanregional.com, and follow Norman Regional Health System on Facebook for more details on our exact opening date. Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Open House community event on May 7. It is estimated that we had close to 2,000 people come out to get a sneak peek at the new $30 million dollar state-of-the-art facility. Throughout this journey the support we have received from you, the community of Moore, has been amazing. You supported us from the first
day Norman Regional bought the former Moore Medical Center, you weathered the storm with us, you’ve continue to support us as we gave life-saving care from our temporary facilities and you reminded us again during our facility opening celebrations that you support our mission and will continue to support our staff, physicians and volunteers as we care for this community from our the new Norman Regional Moore. We are so grateful for your support and are honored to be your hometown healthcare provider.
a celebration of Norman Regional’s 70th year of caring for the community on Monday, June 6, 4pm – 6pm at the Norman Regional Hospital Education Center. Join us was we take a look back at seven decades of committed community care and get a glimpse of the future of Norman Regional Health System. Providing life-saving care for 70 years, Norman Regional Health System is where the healing begins!
In addition to celebrating the opening of Norman Regional Moore, our health system is also celebrating 70 years of providing life-saving care for the community. I hope you will join us for
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Moore Businesses Contribute to the Sanctuary Art Project BY BRENT WHEELBARGER
The Moore Monthly magazine along with numerous businesses in Moore and South Oklahoma City provided a check for $1,000 to the Norman Regional Health Foundation on May 24th. The donation will help fund the Art for Healing Sanctuary project in front of the new Norman Regional Moore facility at 4th and Telephone Road. The new facility and art project were recently completed after the previous facility was destroyed in the 2013 tornado. “The participating businesses were thrilled to express their appreciation for Norman Regional’s investment in Moore,” said Donna Walker, Sales Director for Moore Monthly magazine. “We have such great people here in Moore and fabulous advertisers in the Monthly who truly invest in our community.” According to the Norman Regional Foundation website, the unique art piece constructed in front of the new medical center visually represents the innovation, strength, trust and protection demonstrated after the 2013 tornado. “Days after the storm Norman Regional chose to come back; bigger, better and stronger,” said Armand McCoy with Trifecta Communications (parent company of the Moore Monthly) during the check presentation. “I believe their decision to come back was influential in helping many other businesses and residents make that choice as well.” Special thanks to businesses that provided funds for the donation by participating in a “welcome home” ad in the May edition of the Moore Monthly. Those businesses include: Jessica Max Allstate, AT&T, Balance Women’s Health, Builders Association of South Central Oklahoma, Broadway Florist, Buffalo Wild Wings, Century 21, Christian Brothers Automotive, Danecenter, Earls Rib Palace, Featherstone Assisted Living, First Fidelity Bank, First United Bank, FNB Community Bank, Foot Basics Reflexology, Fowler Toyota, Health Back Home Health, Hollies, Honey Do Construction, Intrust, John M. Ireland Funeral Home, Kustom Krete, Lynlee Mae Chapel, Mathnasium, Meek Construction, Moore Chamber of Commerce, Nosh, Okie Tonk, Oklahoma Hospice Care, Optimal Rehab, Oz Saferooms Tech, PeiWei Asian Diner, Primrose Schools, Randall’s Temperature Control, We Buy Real Estate, Republic Bank and Trust, Springhill Suites, Terry Cavnar State Farm, Tinker Federal Credit Union, Tilted Tulip Boutique, Van’s Pig Stand and Vaporworld.
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Moore Healthy: Healthy Traveling
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A summer vacation getaway is just what the doctor ordered! From relaxing on the beach, to a road trip across the country, time away from home can be beneficial to one’s well-being and health. However, the healthy habits we create for our daily routine tends to travel out the window as we travel to our destinations. Whether you are traveling by car or by airplane use these helpful tips to make your get away the healthiest treat yet! First and foremost plan, plan, plan! Plan how many hours you will travel, think about how you will get your meals – a gas station, the airport, a fast food joint? Bringing food from home will ensure you have choice to make the healthiest foods to eat during the trip and it can save you money that you can spend later on activities during your vacation!
Traveling by Car Stopping every few hours to stretch your legs can be beneficial. However, stopping every few hours to grab unhealthy fast food snacks won’t be beneficial for your health. Consider packing a cooler filled with healthy perishables to munch on the road trip or if that’s not an option, packing healthy non-perishable foods is still possible! Here are some ideas: • Yogurt • Low-fat string cheese • Hummus and veggies or whole grain crackers • Celery and peanut butter • Fruits • Vegetables • Protein bars
Traveling by Plane Research the airport food online beforehand or once you get there to scope out the different options in order to make healthier choices. Many bad food choices are made when you are hungry and have limited food options, so it is important not to let yourself get too hungry! Find healthy options close to your gate, and make sure you go once you start to get hungry to avoid that unnecessary stop at the fried food fiesta next to the salad bar. For nutritional counseling, Norman Regional Health System offers the guidance of registered dietitians. Those interested can schedule an appointment for an assessment with a referral from their family physician. For further information contact 405.307.5730.
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Moore’s First University Opens in July BY BRENT WHEELBARGER
This year marks the fiftieth anniversary of Hillsdale Freewill Baptist College in Moore, first opening its Moore campus in 1966. While the campus will continue to maintain its current location, change is in the air. In fact, starting this July, Hillsdale will no longer exist…at least not as a college. Rather, it’s becoming a university and changing its name to Randall University. According to Dr. Timothy Eaton, President of Hillsdale College, soon to be Randall University, “Most of the time we think of a university as size, but that’s really not the definition. It’s about the scope of instruction. We have an undergraduate college that awards bachelor degrees. That college is made up of an arts and sciences school, Christian ministry school, school of education, graduate school with masters of arts in ministry and public administration. This qualifies us as a small university.” The name change also comes at a time when Hillsdale saw its student census fully recover following the 2013 tornado. “After the tornado, our Freshman class was half its normal size,” said Dr. Eaton. “It was a difficult time following the tornado because our student enrollment was low. We now are back over 400 students, so we’re feeling more normal.”
In fact, Hillsdale managed to have a dramatic impact on the community in the months and years following the tornado, even while facing the challenges of lower student census. “Following the tornado we went to just half days…twelve hours being half a day,” said Dr. Eaton. “Many folks during the summer of 13’ would work all day in the relief center we set up, the cafeteria where we were serving three meals a day and averaged over 300 meals a day. Some nights we had 200 people living on our campus. We just have great people who went above and beyond. They saw the need and responded to it.” Which brings us back to the new name, Randall University. The name comes from the founder of the Freewill Baptist denomination, Benjamin Randall, who planted 50 churches in 28 years…on horseback. You could say he was the Johnny Appleseed of churches and the university strives to live up to that legacy. According to Dr. Eaton, “Our movement was ordaining persons of color and women, not just before Oklahoma became a state, but before the United States of America ratified the Constitution. So we’re very unique in our inclusion. Because we believe John 3:16 is literally true when it says,
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‘whosoever,’ we believe that means anyone from any tribe or nation or language. We currently have students from more than 20 states, from Hawaii to North Carolina. We have half a dozen foreign countries at any given time. We have missionary students from all over the world within the student body. More than 20 denominations are represented.” So what does all of this mean for Moore? Well for starters, there’s a great local university right down the street with numerous accredited degrees. “We may be the best kept secret in the city for an educational product,” said Dr. Eaton. “Many people think we’re just a Bible college or just a seminary. But we have over twenty different concentrations for degrees.”
food bank or sheltered workshops, etc. We’ve completed a number of service projects in the public parks and green spaces in Moore.” And chances are good this community service will continue well into the next fifty years as the former college grows into its new role as a university; impacting Moore, our state and places around the globe. For more information about Randall University, the degree programs they offer and enrollment opportunities, visit their website at www.hc.edu.
But there’s another even more noticeable side effect. All of those students coming to Randall from all over the world ultimately have an impact on our community right here. “We are highly service oriented,” said Dr. Eaton. “Our students do community service every semester they’re enrolled. They have a cocurricular enrollment in community service, whether it’s reading to students in the public schools, working in the
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Taste Local Fontana Italian Restaurant BY DONNA WALKER
854 NW 12th St, Moore, OK 73160 Phone: 495-703-0911 Whether your idea of the perfect Italian meal is spaghetti and meatballs, or you yearn for more unique flavors like those found in Chicken Creamora, Fontana Italian Restaurant may be just the place to wet your appetite. Since opening nearly five years ago, Fontana has served thousands of giant-sized portions of traditional Italian dishes like lasagna, alongside some not as common dishes like Tortellini Bascajoua. Tucked away in the Malibu Shopping Center off NW 12, just West of Janeway, this little gem is owned by Gezim and Bibe Ulaj. The couple arrived in the United States via Montenegro 17 years ago armed with a treasure chest of prized family recipes. After a stop in Texas to work in a few of the family’s Dallas-Ft. Worth restaurants, the couple chose to settle down in Moore. Very little has changed at Fontana since they served up their first platter of pasta. The portions are still larger than you’d expect, the Ulaj family continues to oversee all aspects of their beloved restaurant, and everything on the menu is made fresh daily. The menu is one of the most extensive in town, featuring dozens of authentic Italian dishes handed down from Ulaj’s great-grandmother. The only new thing here is the addition of beer and wine to the menu. If wine isn’t enough to entice you to stop in for a bite, perhaps one of the menu favorites will. Chicken Murphy is one of the more popular dishes you may want to try. The chicken is prepared with onions, roasted peppers, mushrooms, jalapenos and garlic in a sherry wine pink sauce. Other menu favorites include Chicken Primavera, the Meat-Sausage Platter and the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. Need another recommendation? Take it from one of Fontana’s many happy customers and order the Veal Parmigianino. Fresh and authentic are the words most often used to describe the cuisine here. All menu items are made from scratch daily, including the various sauces such as the vodka and pink sauces, as well as the standard marinara and alfredo sauces. Another customer favorite is the house dressing, a tomato vinaigrette-based dressing bursting in a fusion of flavors. Fontana could be called Moore’s own “Little Italy” or “A true diamond in the rough…. the best kept secret around,” as referred to by the regular diners. At Fontana Italian Restaurant, you will find a diverse menu and food that is fresh and authentic. Visit www.fontanaitalianrestaurant.com or call 703-0911 for more information.
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Shop Local Mud Dawg Motorsports BY ROB MORRIS
per hour with a top-end speed of about 65 miles per hour. They come in both a two-door and a four-door model, both of which are extremely versatile.
pavement. But Mud Dawg Motorsports also has an option that can handle the off-roading capabilities while still providing a nicer street experience.
It’s a great thing when you can take one of your life’s passions and turn it into an exciting new business. That’s exactly what Paul Anthony and his partners have done with Mud Dawg Motorsports, a company that is tearing down the wall between off-road and onroad vehicles.
“They behave themselves as well on the road as well as they do in the dirt,” said Anthony. “Two-doors are 1400 pounds, four-doors are 1800 pounds and they get 30-35 miles per gallon.”
“We have a lot of more urban customers in the OKC area that want to have street function that’s a little more comfortable and a little quieter,” said Anthony, “So we offer an all-terrain street tire option that has a bigger rim and gives that quieter ride.”
“We’ve always been rabid, outdoors kind of guys wanting to do adventurous things, and of course that involved being off-road,” said Anthony. “We liked the idea of being able to cross over and to things on the road as well.”
The Mud Dawg ownership spent nearly a year-anda-half researching Orieon before making the decision to move forward. Orieon is a nine-year-old company based in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. The parts for their two-door and four-door models are manufactured overseas, but are completely assembled in New Mexico.
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That crossover opportunity materialized when they found Orieon Motors, the innovative makers of fourwheel drive vehicles that are also street legal in the state of Oklahoma. “They’re four-wheel drive and capable of doing anything that the ATV, UTV, and side-by-side vehicles can accomplish,” said Anthony, “But with the added benefit in the State of Oklahoma of being registered as a mini-truck gives you full access to all streets and highways in Oklahoma, with the exception of the interstate highways.” Anthony said the Orieon vehicles, which are fully functional off-road vehicles, cruise streets at 55 miles 70 | MOORE MONTHLY | JUNE 2016
The price for the entry-level two-door model is $14,000. The most popular two-door, four-wheel drive model is $15,500. The four-door model starts at $18,500 and goes up from there depending on accessories. All models traditionally come with soft vinyl tops and windows, but Anthony works with an after-market vendor for another attractive option. “This vendor has developed a hardtop with heavier side windows that truly make these an all-season, allweather vehicle,” said Anthony. The vehicles come equipped with a DOT streetlegal nobby tire that does the job for off-road and
Mud Dawg Motorsports is an Oklahoma-based company that is committed to the local community and state. They have plans to expand throughout the state with a product they believe bridges the gap between the thrill of off-roading and the joy of cruising Oklahoma’s roads in a truly unique vehicle. “It’s a do-all, go-anywhere vehicle that’s as much fun to drive around town as it is to take out and rock climb or hill climb,” said Anthony. “Cruising along on an Oklahoma highway in one of these on a Saturday afternoon is about as much fun as a grown man can have.”
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Moore @ Your Library Kid Book Review SAVING LUCAS BIGGS Authors: Marisa De Los Santos and Daniel Teague Publisher: HarperCollins Reviewer: Kirsten Walker, Teen Librarian, Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library Recommended for grades 6-8.
The worst has happened—Margaret’s father has been sentenced to death. Convicted of a crime he didn’t commit, and sentenced by the corrupt Judge Biggs, there seems to be no way to save her father. Judge Biggs—and everyone in town—is influenced by the ruthless will of the mining corporation that owns the town and has set her father up to take the fall for the murder. But Maggie and her family have a secret: they can time travel. In a desperate bid to save her father, Maggie breaks every rule her family has about time travel. With the help of her best friend Charles, Maggie decides to go back in time to try and change the life of Judge Lucas Biggs.
Once she arrives in the past, she meets Charles’ grandfather, Josh, as a child, as well as one of her own ancestors. Together they set out to stop the series of events that are sparked by a strike in the mine and conclude with the death of Lucas Biggs’ father. Can Maggie change things? Should she even have tried? I love this book because it’s not what I expected. Time travel is a tricky story to tell, and I did not expect to be as surprised, delighted, horrified and saddened by Maggie’s attempts to change the past. The idea that “history resists” is about as vast, mysterious and inevitable as you can imagine, and makes for a great counterbalance to Maggie’s attempts at change.
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John M. Ireland Funeral Home I recommend this book for anyone looking for a good mystery, as the results of Maggie’s efforts aren’t revealed until the final chapters. With great characters and a unique storyline, you won’t be able to put this book down! This book is recommended for grades 6-8. Other titles teen readers might enjoy include “Incarceron” by Catherine Fisher and “Lions of Little Rock” by Kristin Levine.
Teen Book Review THE NIGHT GARDENER Author: Jonathan Auxier Publisher: Amulet Books Reviewer: Pat Younts, Children’s Services Assistant, Moore Public Library
The worst has happened—Margaret’s father has been sentenced to death. Convicted of a crime he didn’t commit, and sentenced by the corrupt Judge Biggs, there seems to be no way to save her father. Judge Biggs—and everyone in town—is influenced by the ruthless will of the mining corporation that owns the town and has set her father up to take the fall for the murder. But Maggie and her family have a secret: they can time travel. In a desperate bid to save her father, Maggie breaks every rule her family has about time travel. With the help of her best friend Charles, Maggie decides to go back in time to try and change the life of Judge Lucas Biggs.
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Once she arrives in the past, she meets Charles’ grandfather, Josh, as a child, as well as one of her own ancestors. Together they set out to stop the series of events that are sparked by a strike in the mine and conclude with the death of Lucas Biggs’ father. Can Maggie change things? Should she even have tried? I love this book because it’s not what I expected. Time travel is a tricky story to tell, and I did not expect to be as surprised, delighted, horrified and saddened by Maggie’s attempts to change the past. The idea that “history resists” is about as vast, mysterious and inevitable as you can imagine, and makes for a great counterbalance to Maggie’s attempts at change.
I recommend this book for anyone looking for a good mystery, as the results of Maggie’s efforts aren’t revealed until the final chapters. With great characters and a unique storyline, you won’t be able to put this book down! This book is recommended for grades 6-8. Other titles teen readers might enjoy include “Incarceron” by Catherine Fisher and “Lions of Little Rock” by Kristin Levine.
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