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EDITOR’S NOTE When we introduced The Best of Moore & South OKC contest, we thought it would be a nice way to allow area residents to show their pride and support their favorite businesses in a few dozen categories. We were pleasantly surprised by the interest and participation in the contest, so we decided to expand it by doubling the number of categories and lengthening the voting period. To be absolutely honest, we should not have been surprised by our community’s overwhelming response to these changes. But once again, your pride and support of local businesses exceeded anything we expected. Hundreds of thousands of votes were cast. We saw hotly contested races with surprising winners in many categories, some that weren’t decided until the final hours of voting. The thing that doesn’t surprise us is how much you love this community and are willing to support it. And for that we are supremely grateful. We hope that you will continue to get out and support all of the winners and finalists in this year’s Best of Moore & South OKC contest…and we look forward to next year’s challenges. Rob Morris

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EVENT SPOTLIGHT | 62

It’s time to celebrate the restaurants, businesses and organizations that you have chosen as your favorites! Meet the winners of the 2014 Best of Moore and South OKC contest.

TINKER FEDERAL CREDIT UNION CELEBRATES RETURN TO MOORE | 29 They have a new building, familiar staff, and they’re getting a warm welcome! Tinker Federal Credit Union is back in business.

OLD TOWN MOORE LOOKING FORWARD | 18

The City of Moore has a brilliant lineup of camps available for kids to participate in during Spring Break in March, but spots are filling up fast.

HEALTHY MOORE | 66 March is “National Healthy Eating Month” and the dietitians from the Norman Regional Health Care System have some great tips on tasty ways to eat right.

ANSWER CREW | 19, 20, 22, 25, 47 Our Answer Crew specialists help you sort out some tough problems: What supplements can help you get in shape? How does Obamacare impact your child’s dental insurance? What should you do if your business is starting to lose money? What’s the difference between an heirloom and hybrid plant?

Announcements . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Book Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Cinemaniacs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Moore Daily TV Guide . . . . . . . . 70 Warren Movie Guide . . . . . . . . . . 51 Event Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Shop & Taste . . . . . . . . . . . . 64, 65 Parting Shots . . . . . . . . . . . . 68-69 Sports Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Dreams and vision are being cast as the city and businesses of Old Town make plans for CINEMANIACS | 61 the future. It used to be that summer was reserved for the big movie blockbusters, but this year moviegoers will RED CROSS CAN HELP STORM VICTIMS WITH find some big-time films at the Warren Theatre in LONG-TERM RECOVERY | 40 March and April. What many storm victims may not realize is that the local Red Cross still has plenty of funding SHOP & TASTE | 64, 65 available to help them as they continue to The return of a long-time favorite after a 15-year recover from last year’s devastating storms. absence has the entire metro OKC driving to

CITY ATHLETES CELEBRATE COLLEGE SIGNING DAY | 42 Dozens of athletes from Moore, Southmoore and Westmoore are taking the next step in their athletic careers by signing college letters-of-intent.

Moore. Plus, a trendy and sophisticated clothing store tucked away in the Chatenay Square shopping plaza is drawing attention.

SENIOR LIVING | 23 This month we offer you a substantial list of tips that can help with the challenging task of caring for loved ones facing dementia.

Submit your non-profit event for possible publication in the Moore Monthly at www.TheMooreDaily.com. Information must be submitted before the 15th of the month

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2014

BEST OF MOORE & SOUTH OKC

WINNERS

An explosion of enthusiasm and unprecedented voting marked this year’s Best of Moore & South OKC awards. The contest, which was created to give local residents a chance to vote on their favorite dining, entertainment, and leisure activity choices, is just in its second year of existence but it’s already becoming a major community event. Residents were able to voice their opinions in 42 diverse categories and, boy, oh boy, did they voice their opinions! This year more than 200,000 votes were cast during the six-week finals. Many of the winners weren’t decided until the last few days of voting. Here are the winners that you have selected as The Best of Moore & South OKC for 2014:

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BEST ASIAN Winner: Lemongrass Asian Bistro

BEST CHICKEN Winner: Chick-fil-A

BEST AUTO REPAIR Winner: Firestone Complete Auto Care

BEST CHILDREN’S PARTY SPOT Winner: Orr Family Farm

BEST BAKERY/CUPCAKE Winner: Johnnie’s Sweet Creations

BEST CREDIT UNION Winner: Tinker Federal Credit Union

Finalists: Baked Flying Cupcakes Super Mercado Morelos

Finalists: Allegiance Credit Union Communication Federal Credit Union FAA Credit Union Oklahoma Educators Credit Union

BEST BANK Winner: MidFirst Bank

BEST DANCE STUDIO Winner: Top Hat Talent Performing Arts

BEST BBQ Winner: Earl’s Rib Palace

BEST DAYCARE/CHILD CARE Winner: Creative Kids Learning Center

BEST BURGER Winner: Dan’s Old Time Diner

BEST DENTAL CARE Winner: Moore Smiles

Finalists: China House Dot Wo GoGo Sushi Panda Express

Finalists: Beneficial Automotive Maintenance Christian Brothers Flair Body Works Ken’s Tire & Auto

Finalists: Arvest Bank BancFirst First Fidelity Bank Republic Bank

Finalists: Dales BBQ House GFF Foods Swadley’s BBQ Van’s Pig Stand

Finalists: Buffalo Wild Wings Chicken Express Raising Cane’s Wing Stop

Finalists: Andy Alligator’s Fun Park City of Moore Parks HeyDay Entertainment Jump Zone

Finalists: All That Dance Studios Applause Studios Connie’s School of Dance Earlywine YMCA

Finalists: Earlywine YMCA First Baptist Church Primrose School of SW OKC Westmore Child Development

Finalists: 5 Guys Hamburgers Harry Bear’s S & B Burger Joint The Garage

Finalists: Dental Depot Freeman Family Dentistry Homsey Family Dentistry Smile Galaxy

BEST CAR DEALERSHIP Winner: Eskridge Honda

BEST DEPARTMENT STORE Winner: Target

Finalists: Bob Moore Cadillac Bob Moore Ford David Stanley Chevrolet Fowler Toyota

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Finalists: Gordman’s JC Penney’s Kohl’s Walmart

BEST ENTERTAINMENT Winner: Moore Warren Theatre

BEST HAIR DESIGN Winner: Plush Salon & Spa

BEST EMERGENCY MEDICAL Winner: Moore Medical Center

BEST HS SPORTS RIVALRY GAME Winner: Moore War Football

BEST EYE CARE Winner: EyeCare Oklahoma

BEST HOME BUILDERS Winner: Evans Fine Homes

BEST FITNESS CENTER Winner: Earlywine Park YMCA

BEST HOTEL Winner: SpringHill Suites

BEST FLORIST Winner: Broadway Florist

BEST INSURANCE AGENT Winner: Ginny Freeman Shelter Insurance

Finalists: Andy Alligator’s Fun Park HeyDay Entertainment Orr Family Farm Yellow Rose Theater

Finalists: Immediate Care Integris Southwest Medical Center Moore Express Urgent Care St Anthony Healthplex South

Finalists: Dr. Lance Ledbetter Massengale’s Eye Care Moore Eye Care Dr. Jon Painter

Finalists: Anytime Fitness Crossfit Alter My Personal Trainer OKC Planet Fitness

Finalists: A New Beginning Florist Bruce’s Flowers Capitol Hill Howard Brothers

BEST FUNERAL SERVICES Winner: John Ireland Funeral Home

Finalists: Moore Funeral & Cremation Resthaven Funeral Home & Memory Gardens Vondel Smith & Sons Mortuary

BEST GIFT SHOP Winner: Mardel’s Finalists: Fan Outfitters The General Store Hallmark Showplace Market

Finalists: Diva L E Salon Salon Inferno Sport Cuts

Finalists: Battle of the Big Cats Basketball Moore War Basketball Moore War Softball Southwest Showdown Football

Finalists: Haworth Homes & Shelters Mashburn Faires Homes McBride Construction Meek Construction

Finalists: Best Western Candlewood Suites Fairfield Inn LaQuinta Inn

Finalists: Terry Cavnar State Farm Insurance Chad Cobble Insurance Agency Jim Evans State Farm Insurance Rita Wallenberg State Farm Insurance

BEST ITALIAN Winner: Johnny Carino’s Finalists: Bella Vista Fontana’s Oliveto Italian Bistro Sandro’s

BEST JEWELRY Winner: Diamond Dee-Lite Jewelers Finalists: CJ’s Jewelers Lewis Jewelers Huntington Jewelers

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BEST KIDS CLOTHING Winner: Target

BEST PIZZA Winner: Eagle One

BEST LUNCH SPOT Winner: Two Olives Café

BEST PLACE TO WATCH THE GAME Winner: Buffalo Wild Wings

BEST MEXICAN Winner: Alfredo’s Mexican Café

BEST SANDWICH/SUB Winner: Schlotzsky’s

BEST NON-CHAIN RESTAURANT Winner: Two Olives Café

BEST SENIOR LIVING Winner: Chateau on the Green

BEST NON-CHAIN RETAILER Winner: Showplace Market

BEST SPECIAL OCCASION SPOT Winner: Yellow Rose Theater

BEST OIL CHANGE Winner: Hibdon Tires Plus

BEST SPORTING GOODS Winner: Academy Sports & Outdoors

BEST ORTHOPEDICS/REHAB Winner: Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation

BEST WINE STORE Winner: The Wine Gallery

Finalists: The Boutique Gordmans Justice Once Upon a Child

Finalists: GoGo Sushi Jubilee Market Panera Bread Schlotzsky’s

Finalists: Chelino’s Las Fajita’s Qdoba Ricky’s

Finalists: Harry Bear’s Hollie’s Royal Bavaria Soda Pop’s

Finalists: Moore Liquor Sooner State Pawn Southern Fried Vintage Warehouse Antique Market

Finalists: Beneficial Automotive Maintenance Express Oil Change Firestone Moore Oil & Lube

Finalists: OSSO Orthopedics & Sports Medicine My Personal Trainer OKC R & S Optimal Rehab Southwest Ortho and Reconstructive Specialists 12 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2014

Finalists: All American Marco’s Old Chicago Sandro’s

Finalists: Applebee’s Harry Bear’s All American Grill Louie’s Grill and Bar Old Chicago

Finalists: City Bites Jersey Mikes Jimmy Johns McAlisters

Finalists: Grace Pointe Living Meadowlake Retirement Rambling Oaks Village on the Park

Finalists: Charleston’s Hollie’s Royal Bavaria Warren Theatre

Finalists: 405 Bicycles Al’s Bicycles Dick’s Sporting Goods Soccer USA

Finalists: East Moore Liquor Moore Liquor Quicker Liquor Riverwalk Wine & Spirits

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Moore VFW Celebrates 50 Years: Honors Hometown Hero by Christiaan Patterson When a group of veterans gathered on January 10, 1964, to charter VFW Post 8706 in Moore, they had two goals: to create a gathering place for veterans and to honor Colonel Edward Bruce January. The Moore native was a highly decorated member of the 45th Infantry who served in both World War II and the Korean Conflict. Fifty years later Post 8706 is still serving the community in a way that honors Colonel January’s memory. Daniel January, son of Bruce January, said, “During this 50th anniversary, the post decided to have a celebration in honor of him. It’s mainly about the post, but it’s also about them wanting to know more about him. So we are combining the two together.” For fifty years and even before the post was established, Bruce January was a man who gave of himself to his family, friends and community. Born in Moore and a graduate of Moore High School, January went to OU, where he studied multiple fields simultaneously, including the following: • Business Administration • Accounting • Petroleum Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Military Science

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January was commissioned as a second lieutenant of artillery in the United States Army Reserves on May 20, 1938. From there, he went into active duty, including two deployments and various stations throughout the country. His service resulted in a Bronze Star and a final ranking of colonel. But a massive heart attack took his life at the age of 45. After writing his father’s biography, Daniel described his incredible life as being like that of a Hollywood script. “That kind of story is one you would find in a Hollywood movie,” he said. “You know, twice he went off to war, leaving a wife and newborn child, just to come back and die from a heart attack.” Many stories, especially of Colonel January, were shared at a special celebration honoring the outstanding contributions of the VFW to the community’s veterans. The post was established to offer services to our veterans, their spouses, and families of those who have been killed in the line of duty. During times of need, the VFW also offers assistance to the community. “Recently with the May tornado, our post was a recipient to about $35,000 in cash donations. We took that money and distributed it right back into the community for veterans who needed it. Then we took the rest and helped out other members of the community as well as Shawnee,” post commander Chris Rogers said. Members of the Moore VFW vary in ages and war eras. A couple of the members are survivors of the USS Indianapolis (CA-35), a ship attacked by two torpedoes and sunk after an explosion split the keel. Nine hundred sailors went into the water and only 371 were pulled out five days later. The post has members of all branches from WWII, Vietnam, Afghanistan, and more. In the future, the post hopes to continue grow and assist those men and women who have given so much for the freedoms every American citizen enjoys. “We’ve got another fifty years to go,” said Rogers, “and we really want to make sure the community of Moore knows that we are here, what we do, and to always remember the veterans who have made sacrifices for this country.” 14 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2014

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ANGELA O’KEEFE http://pinterest.com/angieok/boards/ Charles Dickens wrote in Great Expectations, “It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold; when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade.” Sounds like Oklahoma weather to me! Winter is almost over and rainbows are on their way. I was thinking about my Pin Pals projects for March. There were tons of projects with chocolate, which I, of course, love but I started looking for something healthier. I found a fruit tray shaped as a rainbow. It had a pot of gold made of Rollo candies and marshmallow clouds (the un-healthy parts). This is a must-see and would be great for a classroom party for all the homeroom parents. When I think of March, I think of the color green, luck, shamrocks, rainbows, and— funnily enough—Lucky Charms cereal. It is pretty awesome to go to Pinterest and type any of these into the search box, and you can spend hours, and I mean hours, looking through the creative minds of the Pinterest world. I hope you enjoy the March editions of the Pin Pals and learn how easy these projects can be. Good Luck!

ASHLEY MILLER http://pinterest.com/a4miller/boards/ Throw me some beads and give me a mask! Well, sort of. This year I’m really embracing the internationally celebrated holiday of Carnevale—and man, is it fun! This all came about when we started brainstorming a theme for this year’s Junior League of Norman Charity Ball. I am a member of the League and also help plan our annual fundraiser. We decided to channel the Venetians with a Carnevale-themed night, complete with live music, great food, and dancing. We are encouraging everyone to accessorize their cocktail attire with a mask, which I personally think is going to be so fun! I started looking on Pinterest for costume and mask ideas and—who knew there were so many? I checked out a couple of local stores, but I just have not been able to find “the one.” Without a mask in hand, and the ball quickly approaching, I have decided to craft my own. My favorite from Pinterest was one that looked antique and had music notes on it. I started by going to a local party store and purchasing a really inexpensive white mask. Then I went home and began crafting my mask-erpiece. First I cut up some old sheet music. Then I mixed three parts glue to one part water, so that I could decoupage the music sheets onto the mask (this is cheaper than buying Mod Podge from the craft store). I placed the music sheets over the mask. After it dried overnight, I cut the eye holes and excess paper to fit the mask. This was much easier than trying to cut and glue the paper exactly. Now was the fun part. I hot-glued some silver and black ribbon I had at home around the edges and added black feathers to the top. I added piece of black ribbon to each side, so that I could tie the mask on and wear it all night. I finished the look by lightly rubbing some black shoe polish on the paper to give it a more antique look. Now that it’s complete, I am so happy I decided to make my own! This project was really easy and inexpensive. I would encourage anyone to try! For more ideas, visit our Pinterest page at http://pinterest.com/angieok/boards/. 16 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2014

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“Maybe it would be fun for Old Town to strike out and try something new and see how people react to it.” As the City of Moore continues to progress, Old Town has lagged behind for many years. However, this is all about to change. In a joint effort between the Old Town Association, the city, local residents and TAP Architecture, ideas are starting to flow about how to bring life back into the area.

Old Town Moore Looking Forward by Christiaan Patterson

“We are hoping that this will bring in a lot of visitors who may not have otherwise thought to come into Old Town,” said Elizabeth Jones, director of community development. “Hopefully people might drive by, maybe even get out of their car and walk into some the great shops we have down here.” Anthony McDermid, principal architect for TAP, said, “I’m excited for the opportunity to be involved with this but I’m really excited for this community because it’s a game changer.” During the first visionary meeting, TAP Architecture presented a stream of possible ideas that could be exactly what Old Town needs. Here are a few of the ideas and possibilities: • More sidewalks connecting the new Central Park to businesses and residential space • Cosmetic improvements to the outside of the businesses • A train station for commuter purposes • Landscaped islands in the road • Roundabouts • Parallel or back-in, 45-degree parking for safety • An underpass for the railroad tracks on 4th St. • Actual bike lanes. One idea grabbed a great deal of attention of business owners and raised a few eyebrows when it was suggested to change the parking. Instead of pulling forward into a space, a car could back into a space at a 45-degree angle. This specific parking has been implemented into many cities’ infrastructure and serves as a much safer alternative, especially when backing out and loading the trunk. “There are a lot of people who believe that it is a much safer way to park and shop, where the trunk of the car is near the sidewalk. So when the doors open, children are protected because the doors are open in the direction of the sidewalk,” McDermid said. “If some of these ideas were implemented, they would serve to attract people, maybe just out of curiosity, or by making the area safer for shopping.”

This is just the beginning to what could be the new Old Town. The first goal is to have more input from residents and nail down some definite plans. Then, once these ideas are a “go,” begin working on improvements while the new central park is constructed over the next few years. Having the new park will attract even more people to the area, and if those same people could connect with Old Town, it could result in an ideal destination place for residents. None of these ideas are definite, and the city is still looking for more input that could improve Old Town. If you have a suggestion, drop by city hall at 301 N. Broadway.

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ANSWERCREW Question for an Accountant

Question about Insurance

I don’t have to report my bingo winnings unless they give me a W-2G, right? My friend was saying her accountant said something different. Besides, for the year I lost more than I won, so I don’t have to report anything, right? Speaking of which, someone else said you have to pay state sales tax on Internet purchases? Why doesn’t the government stay out of my wallet? Why am I asking a guy in a monthly magazine how to handle my taxes?

Can you clarify how the new Obama Care health plans handle pediatric dentistry?

I get it. I finally get it. I get why taxpayers and clients don’t want to be

fully forthcoming with their tax preparer and/or the IRS. I understand why

people buy things on the Internet, but don’t report it to the Oklahoma Tax Commission and pay the sales tax due. What? Sales tax (or Use Tax, as it is called) is due all on applicable purchases whether you buy them in a brick

and mortar store or online. There is even a specific line on the Oklahoma income tax return to report this amount due. It is Line 20: “Use tax due on Internet, mail order, or other out-of-state purchases.”

Not all plans on healthcare.gov automatically include pediatric dental. We at Doyle-Crow wanted to clarify what appeared in a recent month’s

round of Answer Crew articles. We erroneously supplied the information

that all healthcare.gov medical plans would automatically include pediatric dental and vision benefits. While it is correct that they will automatically

include pediatric vision, dental is being sold separately on many plans. This is particularly true for carriers offering PPO network plan types.

• Don’t assume your current dental plan will automatically include

pediatric dental.

We have many carriers who are informing us that current dental policies

will not automatically conform to the pediatric dental requirements.

Instead, they are selling the pediatric dental as a separate plan. Check with

I had lunch with a friend the other day who told me that her son was

living with her and paying rent. I said, “Did you know you have to report that rent on your income tax return?” She let me know I would not be preparing her return!

your carriers to understand their handling of these new laws and coverage. • No limit for covered services for those 18 and under on pediatric

dental policies.

It is fact that the new laws stipulate there is no limit in covered services

But to get back to your original question, like many things involving

the Internal Revenue Code and the umpteen regulations, etc., the Internal

Revenue Service has come to administer the law. It’s somewhat complicated to carry out the requirements. Gambling winnings (or gains, as they are called by the IRS) go on the front page of your return; losses go on your Schedule A, or Itemized Deductions. If you don’t itemize, you don’t get to

take your losses. A net loss for the year does not “help”; the IRS requires you

to account for your gains or losses on what they call a “per session” system. For example, you win $500 in one session (a day at the slots). You lose $600 on day two. You do not have a net loss of $100. You report $500 on the front page of your 1040, and, only if you itemize your deductions can you

take the $600 loss from day two. There are requirements for record keeping that would take more time and space than this column allows. As usual, talk with your tax preparer for details specific to your situation. Or don’t!

for any one child in any calendar year on an ACA-compliant pediatric

dental policy. You should be aware there is a per-child deductible of $700, but no more than $1400 per family. This is the out-of-pocket maximum

costs you are required to pay for service rendered before the insurance pays at 100%.

• Beware of potential abuse of no-limit policies.

With no limits, you can guarantee some dental providers might try and

abuse the system and recommend services your child does not necessarily need. So the age-old adage still applies: Get a second opinion. • Is there a penalty if you don’t purchase pediatric dental?

If you consult www.healthcare.gov, it specifically states there is no penalty

for not purchasing dental coverage. But don’t take my word for it; visit that website today and search for “Can I get Dental Coverage in the Marketplace?”

Mike Rush, CPA 405 833 0780 Mrush11@cox.net

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ANSWERCREW Question about Finance What are the best choices to make with my money? Making better money choices is a common resolution, but often, we

don’t know where to start. Here are four realistic strategies that can help you build prosperity this year! Write It Down!

Before you can create a budget, lower debt, or save an emergency fund,

you need to know how much you spend. To enable this, for one month, have everyone in the home write down how much they spent and what they bought. Then, categorize the expenses between discretionary (like

restaurants) and nondiscretionary (like groceries). This provides the

framework for a budget, where you would also include large, infrequent costs, like vacations.

Although savings flexibility lies mostly in

discretionary purchases, this is a lifestyle change. Build spending money into any budget to keep you on track. Save It!

Television financial personalities tell us we need six to nine months

of expenses saved for an emergency fund. However, that amount of money is so large that most of us don’t bother to try. Instead, take your

nondiscretionary monthly expenses and divide them by two. This is the

amount you need to save, even if it takes six months to accomplish it. Once you meet that goal, then try to do it again. And again. Any emergency fund makes you safer. Pay It Off !

Pay off any nondeductible consumer debt (like credit cards) first.

Although paying off the highest interest rates saves money, some people prefer to eliminate small balances. As you pay off one bill, apply that

payment to the next bill and make double payments. Afterwards, keep the cards but don’t use them to maintain a higher credit score. Remember What Matters!

Prosperity is more than money. It is also family, friends, and doing

what we love.

(This information is educational, not investment advice.)

Peggy Doviak, Ph.D., CFP® D.M. Wealth Management, Inc. 201 E Main St. Norman, OK 73069 405-329-8884 20 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2014

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Sketches of Moore

20th Century Pioneer Woman by L.T. Hadley

Pioneers were not limited to just the 1700s; not all hacked out a living in the untouched forests and mountains. Pioneering was as much a woman’s work as a man’s. This is the story of a pioneer woman in the 20th century. Birdie Montgomery was born in 1882 into a large family that eventually settled in the Moore area after the Run. She married Frank T. Jackson when she was sixteen. They homesteaded at Erick, Oklahoma. They were not satisfied with the farm, and she was lonesome for her big family, so they deeded the homestead to Frank’s brother and took up tenant farming in Cleveland County. In 1912, Frank died of typhoid fever, leaving his young widow with four daughters, a two-yearold boy, and the crops to tend. She and her young children worked hard to bring in the crops. All the girls who could, picked cotton with their mother, who pulled the baby boy along on her cotton sack. At that time, farmers who did not live on their farm let a widow with children share-crop for one year only, under the premise that “a woman is not as good a farmer as a man.” Consequently, Birdie and her five children moved yearly, each time trying to get a farm closer to her family. During a year when the crops were especially productive, Birdie bought 22 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2014

some stock in OG&E, which was extending service through the area. In 1919, Birdie was able to get a farm south and west of Moore on Telephone Road. She and her girls had gotten a small herd of cows and some farming equipment. Two of the girls walked the three or four miles to Moore to high school, carrying a fivegallon can of milk to leave at the interurban stop for the conductor to take into the city to the creamery. A widower, Burt Howard, had a farm north of Birdie’s. He also had five children. Eventually, the two farmers married, sold the farming equipment and bought two small houses side-by-side in town on NE 2nd Street. Howard’s two older sons married and left home, but there were still seven girls and one frail boy. The bigger house became a girls’ dormitory. In 1934, Burt Howard died, and Birdie was a widow for the second time. The pre-Depression age was hard. The girls began getting jobs and marrying. Her son, who never gained his health, died. Birdie began collecting scraps of cloth to make rag rugs and crazy-quilts. She also collected bacon fat to make lye soap. When most of the girls were gone, she used one of the houses to open a “cold-water washeteria,” complete with lye soap.

Birdie was clever at harvesting plants and herbs to cook with. She could take a cutting of anything--a rose, a tree, a tomato vine--and make it grow and produce, and always had a prolific garden. It was a difficult time for her, but she was made of strong material. She refused to let the children take her as a burden. OG&E began making her small investment worthwhile. Then, in 1942, she married her pastor, Ewold Matthesen, who also had been widowed twice. Except for a short stay on his farm, they lived in her tiny house. When she made herself a new Sunday dress, Birdie always made a little ruffled bonnet to go with it. She was a short little woman, not really beautiful, but character and strength were plainly engraved on the lady many people called “Grandma Matthesen.” Mr. Matthesen died in 1949, and Birdie was a widow again. She kept making rag rugs and lye soap and quilts. Then, in 1980, after a short stay in a nursing home, the little pioneer woman, Birdie Montgomery Jackson Howard Matthesen, lay down to rest, lacking a year and a half of one hundred years of age. She is buried in a quiet little cemetery, Fall Cemetery, south and east of Norman, beside Frank Jackson.

Senior Living Tips for Caring for Someone With Dementia by Joyce Clark, CEO of Achievis Senior Living According to the Oklahoma Alzheimer’s Association, about 5.4 million people in the U.S. are living with Alzheimer’s disease. At least 800,000 of those people live alone. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, which is a general term used to describe a decline in cognitive functioning. In addition to serious memory problems, dementia sufferers can have changes in personality, difficulty with social functioning, and impaired judgment and thinking. An early diagnosis may help individuals get the maximum benefit from available treatments. There are a number of warning signs that indicate the onset of Alzheimer’s: • Asking the same question repeatedly • Forgetting something recently learned • Losing tract of seasons, dates, and passage of time • Forgetting where one is or how one got there • Trouble judging distance or determining color • Problems working with numbers or following a plan • Difficulty completing daily tasks • Trouble driving to once-familiar places • Accusing others of stealing • Difficulty finding the right word • Wearing inappropriate clothes for weather • Giving large amounts of money to telemarketers At some point a person with dementia needs a caregiver. The role of a caregiver is diverse and can include guardian, cook, nurse, maid, safety officer, behavior manager, CFO, liaison with doctors and others, social worker, and activity director. At least 70% of caregivers are women. Some are also employed and may also care for children. Frequently, dementia caregivers decline faster than the person they are protecting. When compared to other caregivers, people taking care of a loved one with dementia are twice as likely to have physical or psychological problems. They are at a much higher risk of social isolation and financial distress and tend to skip taking care of themselves. Dementia caregivers are more than twice as likely to use medications for mood and nerves. It can be an overwhelming job as each day brings new challenges. Outlined below are some helpful tips from the National Institute on Aging to deal with stressful situations and difficult behaviors. Each person with Alzheimer’s is unique and some of these tips will work, while others may not. COMMUNICATION • Choose simple words & short sentences. Use a gentle, calm voice. • Minimize distractions & noise. • Make eye contact & call the person by name. • Allow enough time for a response & don’t interrupt. • If the person is struggling to find a word or express a thought, gently try to provide the word. BATHING • Plan the bath / shower for when the person is most calm & agreeable. Be consistent. Try to develop a routine. • Respect fact that bathing is scary & uncomfortable for some people. • Tell the person what you are going to do, step by step, & allow him to do as much as possible. • Prepare in advance. Make sure you have everything ready. Draw the bath ahead of time. • Be sensitive to the temperature. Warm up the room beforehand if necessary & keep a robe nearby. Test the water temperature before beginning. • Minimize safety risks by using a handheld shower head, shower bench, grab bars, & nonskid bath mats. • A sponge bath can be effective between showers or baths.

DRESSING • Try to have the person get dressed at the same time each day so it is a daily routine. • Encourage the person to dress himself to whatever degree possible. • Allow the person to choose from a limited selection of outfits. If she has a favorite outfit, consider buying several identical sets. • Store some clothes in another room to reduce choices. Only keep 2 - 3 outfits in the closet or dresser. • Arrange the clothes in the order they are to be put on to help the person move through the process. • Hand the person one item at a time or give clear, step-by-step instructions. • Choose clothing that is comfortable, easy to get on & off, & easy to care for. Elastic waists & velcro closures minimize struggles. INCONTINENCE • Have a routine for taking the person to the bathroom. For example, take her to the bathroom every 3 hours. Don’t wait for the person to ask. • Watch for signs that the person may have to go to the bathroom, such as restlessness or pulling at clothes. Respond quickly. • Be understanding when accidents occur. Stay calm & reassure the person if he is upset. Try to keep track of when accidents happen to plan ways to avoid them. • To help prevent nighttime accidents, limit certain types of fluids, such as caffeine, in the evening. • If you are going out with the person, plan ahead. Know where restrooms are located, & have the person wear simple, easy-to-remove clothing. Take an extra set of clothing along in case of an accident. HALLUCINATIONS & DELUSIONS • Avoid arguing with the person about what she sees or hears. Try to respond to the feelings expressed. • Try to distract the person to another topic or activity. Try moving to another room or going outside for a walk. • Turn off the television set when violent or disturbing programs are on. • Discuss with the doctor any illness the person has had or medicines he is taking. WANDERING • Make sure that they carry some kind of identification or wears a medical bracelet. • Notify neighbors that the person has a tendency to wander. • Keep a recent photograph to assist police if the person becomes lost. • Keep doors locked. Consider a keyed deadbolt or an additional lock high or low on the door. • Install an “announcing system” that chimes when the door opens. VISITING THE DOCTOR • Try to schedule the appointment for the person’s best time of day. Also, ask office staff what time of day is least crowded & ask for their help to make the visit go smoothly. • Don’t tell the person about the appointment until the day of the visit or even shortly before time to go. Be positive & matter-of-fact. • Bring along something for the person to eat & drink & any enjoyable magazines or activities. • Take a brief summary listing the person’s medical history, primary care doctor, & current medications. Heartland Plaza • 301 N Eastern • Moore, OK 73160 • 405-799-9919

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When I see my revenues decreasing (from levels at the same time last year), how should I react in terms of business strategy? It is important to determine the real cause of the fall in revenue before you

all start spending less freely; hence, the huge impacts on large or longer-term

react, as this could be competition, a result of changing tastes in the marketplace,

purchases and pleasurable activities that can be postponed like homes, autos

or a reaction to a general economic slowdown. Your reaction and tactics to

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combat it will vary accordingly. If you continually monitor national trends, your local market, competition, and your customers, the cause should be relatively easy to determine, and you can react accordingly.

There are five major issues that you, the business owner, need to understand to best deal with a general economic downturn: 1. Understand that the local impact may not be the same as the national impact. Just because the “sky is falling” in Detroit, it doesn’t mean that the

Competition. This may be a new direct competitor “invading” your space, pricing, or sale pricing. First and foremost, if you have identified your special

impact here in Oklahoma City will be as severe. But never discount the power of psychology and the media.

niche in the market (such as extraordinary customer service) that has been

2. Understand exactly where your products or services are in the “hierarchy of

successful for you, don’t abandon that position. Consumers are always going

needs” and how demand has been historically affected when times get tough. I

to be drawn to the new store, at least temporarily—out of curiosity if nothing

spent a number of years working in the giftware industry and saw, when general

else. But do monitor the competitor to review his business model. Above all,

economic trends were positive, and consumer attitudes toward the future were

do not react by immediately dropping your prices. You might have a sale, but

bright, business boomed. But when those trends and attitudes changed, sales

not a reduction in the everyday prices. If customers were buying from you only

plummeted as people eliminated the “feel good” items that were low on their

because of price, your business model is fatally flawed anyway.

hierarchy of needs. But be aware: you may have product that people consider to be a “little luxury” that they don’t want to abandon even during tough times.

Changes in consumer taste. It may be that your product or product line

Again, know your customer.

is not up to date relative to technical advances, styles, or market trends. Or

3. Understand your customer base and how they are generally affected by

worse yet, your product line may be entering an obsolescence phase. You

a slowdown in economic activity. It makes a huge difference if your customer

must constantly be aware of the ever-changing market dynamics by personal

base is made up of folks whose lifestyle is generally modest, based on their

observation, participation in industry associations, and constant conversations

income levels, vs. residents of Gaillardia.

with your customers. You need to move with the market. Timing is everything!

4. Be vigilant at all times about how you spend your money. Demand value in everything you do. If you are focused and “run a tight ship,” a transition to a

The economy. Whether national and/or local, may be entering a “down cycle” with contraction of spending and higher unemployment. One of the

lower level of sales activity will be far less strenuous. Don’t tolerate marginal or losing products, services, or people that don’t perform and add value.

results of this trend generally is a loss of consumer confidence. This is a critical

5. Have a contingency plan. Many people talk about this, but few people

measure, as people react to stimuli, both real and perceived (e.g., if you have lost

actually do anything about it. Know what you need to do when sales

your job, your reaction is to review all spending and eliminate all non-essentials.

“tank,” and the order in which to do things, such as eliminating marginally

If you don’t feel confident about your future, you review spending patterns, cut

contributing expenses.

some non-essentials, and SAVE. It is the severity of that second factor that tends to make economic downturns or recessions more or less severe The recession becomes self-fulfilling as we

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“Welcome back to your home in Moore. We are glad to open our doors to you again!” After eight months of cleanup and rebuilding, Tinker Federal Credit Union (TFCU) has returned to the neighborhood with even more to offer its members. “It’s a great location. The City of Moore loves us. So right away, we started with the cleanup and working with the city and contractors—who were all great to work with. Thanks to the help, we were able to move along very quickly,” said Matt Stratton, senior VP of marketing for TFCU. Among the businesses and homes destroyed by the May 20 tornado, TFCU was one of them. The building, housing employees and a few customers, was shredded to pieces as the winds tore through Moore. Miraculously, all 23 who took shelter in the vault survived. As a special commemoration to those who made it through the storm, a piece of the original vault was set up outside the new building, inscribed with a message, which reads “On May 20, 2013, Tinker Federal Credit Union’s Moore branch safe deposit box vault sheltered 23 people as an EF5 tornado destroyed the building and community around them. This recovered section of the

old vault stands to remind us of the spirit of Oklahomans in times of greatest need.” On Monday, January 27, 2014, the doors reopened officially to the public, and employees were reunited with members. For one Moore resident and longtime employee of TFCU, coming back home was such an anticipated moment. “I’m so excited to be back and see my co-workers. I’m so glad we are open to the members because they are really great. TFCU is a really great company to work for and the benefits they offer are wonderful. Plus, I love the members, the people,” said Yeimmi Franco, TFCU branch receptionist. The reopening comes with a reminder to never forget the resiliency of the city. Each member who walked through the doors received a commemorative coin, honoring those 23 people who survived. The credit union also had t-shirts made to remember May 20, 2013, and will sell them to members. All money raised from those sales will go directly toward the Shelter Moore Kids fund. Outside, TFCU had a custom red flag with the words “Moore Strong” printed on the material. It flies as a reminder for residents to keep moving forward.

TFCU’s determination to make a quick return is due in part to Moore’s strong will on the road to recovery. TFCU wanted to continue the strong comeback of the community and waste no time on its comeback. “We certainly are excited to be back. Moore is so proud of its ability to recover from these things, and we like being a part of that. We’re also excited to be the first business that was completely destroyed to rebuild,” Stratton said.

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Hidden Messages of Hope Will Be Felt Forever by Rob Morris Students, teachers and administrators will have emotional messages of hope looking over them when they return to their new school buildings at Plaza Towers and Briarwood Elementary Schools in August. But the fact that those passionate words of support will remain unseen in no way diminishes their power. In February, a group of teachers, parents, and children gathered at the construction sites of those two schools for a “beam-signing ceremony.” With Sharpies in hand they clustered around a single metal beam on which they carefully wrote encouraging slogans, poems, and Scripture verses. Dr. Robert Romines said the ceremony was held to give the members of the Plaza Towers and Briarwood communities a chance to leave their special mark on the new buildings. “This is the final beam that will go into the structure,” Romines said. “It’ll be a hidden beam, so people won’t be 30 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2014

able to see it or view it, but we like to consider that as being the heart of this building.” Those who gathered for the signing ceremony agree that the hidden beam will play a role in the healing that is still under way at both schools. Plaza Towers kindergarten teacher Jennifer Simonds was among those who left her thoughts on the beam. “I think this will make the teachers stronger and make a better environment for the kids,” said Simonds. “They will know they are surrounded by a great group of people and that they are going to be blessed to be here.” The students and staff have spent the current school year in donated space. Briarwood was welcomed to a building on the campus of Emmaus Baptist Church while the Plaza Towers family is sharing classroom space at Central Middle School. Fourth-grade teacher Kimberly Martinez said signing the beam will help everyone remember that the school members are a family, no matter where they are.

“I feel that it will be the heart of the school, as it’s signed by all of us,” said Martinez. “We all went through this together and we are all moving on together. So I really feel this will be the heart of our school and the new beginning for next school year.” A similar beam-signing ceremony will be held at Highland East Junior High, where the school lost its gym, band room, and other classrooms. Dr. Romines said these ceremonies are just one more step the district is taking as everyone continues to heal from the devastating events of May 20. “We’re going to move forward and we are going to move on,” Romines said, “not only for Plaza Towers, Briarwood, and Highland East, but the community as a whole. This, to me, is part of the healing process and moving forward, but we won’t ever forget.”

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ServeMoore Has Big Spring Break Plans by Lauren Casonhua Serve Moore, the organization that began with four local churches and now includes relief efforts from all over the world, will be starting a spring break “renewal” initiative to encourage people to continue helping to rebuild the community over their breaks. “What we’d like to do is basically use any students or any people who have that week of vacation all during March…we just want to be able to put them to use if they want to come and serve,” said Chris Fox, director of Volunteer Operations. The project’s goals include building playgrounds, painting house address numbers on city curbs, improving community landscaping, and painting fire hydrants. Fox emphasized that it’s the small things that are important to rebuilding the community—even something as simple as painting numbers on a curb. “Sometimes first responders would have trouble finding house numbers,” Fox said. “We’d like to do that as a preparedness thing…we think that people seeing little bits of healing all over the place is a good way to communicate healing to the whole community.” Since its founding right after the May tornado, Serve Moore has done everything from planting trees to helping community members suffering from contractor fraud.

For the organization, the vision has become more than just providing immediate disaster relief. It’s providing relief to the entire community in any situation. “One of the biggest things this has taught me is that everybody is going through something. Everybody is trying to make it,” Fox said. He hopes that the spring break project will last long into the future. “It would be awesome if every year, there was some kind of service week that [harked] back to renewal in the community,” Fox said. “We want the spring to really mirror rebirth…all these plants are coming back, and the winter is over. There’s renewal there, and we want that to be in our community, too.” Interested in joining the relief effort? Visit Serve Moore’s website at www.servemoore.com to register and find out more about the organization. Weather related coverage is sponsored by

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MOORE MONTHLY | MAR 2014 • COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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YMCA Before and After School Care. Moore Community Center; call 378-0420 for participating schools and more information.

The Hugs Project. non-profit organization puts together care packages for our troops in Middle East. For more info call 651-8359 or TheHugsProject@cox.net.

*Metro Transit will provide van service for age 60 and older on Tue. and Thu. from the Moore area to OKC medical appointments. Call Jackie at 297-2583.

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.

*”Share-A-Fare” Age 60 and over or disabled to purchase taxi fare at a 40% off.

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 793-5070 to schedule your trash pick-up. Neighborhood Watch Program. Moore Police Dept. is starting a Neighborhood Watch Program. If interested in helping your neighborhood reduce crime, contact Jeremy Lewis, 793-4448. Adopt A Pet. Call Moore Animal Shelter, 7935190; 3900 S. I-35 Service Rd. Open M–F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. to 12 noon. First Church Moore, 201 W. Main. Every Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. SONderful Wednesdays for Youth (7–12 grades). Free Community Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Family Activities & Church School at 6 p.m. Afterschool Matters, an after-school program from FBC Moore that helps students who need academic success. Available for 1st through 6th graders every Tuesday from 3:00-6:00 pm. Contact Director Carissa Taylor at carissa.taylor@ fbcmoore.org to learn more about enrolling your child or to volunteer. Fresh Start Community Church Food Pantry 309 Eastern Avenue, West Campus-Family Life Center. Open the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Canned and dry goods available. Must be a resident of Moore. (Please bring an ID). Oklahoma Home and Community EducationRobinson Group 11 a.m. 201 W. Indian Hills Rd, Moore. Contact Phyllis Embrey 895-6630. Dementia/Alzheimers Support Group Village on the Park 1515 Kingsgate OKC 3:00 p.m. Contact Karen Proctor at 692-8700. American Legion. Every Wednesday of the month. 12-4 p.m. Second and fourth Wednesday. 207 SW 1st Street. For information, call Preston Simms at 550-8516.

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Help Deliver Meals. to Moore homebound residents. Volunteer drivers needed. Call Darlene Carrell, 793-9069, Brand Ctr. Living Faith Church. 825 NW 24th, feeding program called the “Father’s Business.” About 100 families are provided food every Tues. Call Pastor Jimmy Milligan, 794-3161; or email to pastorjimmy@tfbokc.com Serve Moore. Need help cleaning up or repairing your property after the tornado? Serve Moore is here to help get you back on your feet. Located at 200 S. Howard Ave. in Moore. Call for services or to volunteer. 735-3060. Tuesday – Saturday 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.

SENIORS Moore Senior Citizen nutrition site. Brand Senior Center, 501 E. Main, 793-9069. Open 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon.–Fri. Meal offered at 11:30. Call by 1 p.m. day before to request a meal. Donation for a meal for seniors 60& above: $2.25. Required cost for meal for guests under 60: $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 Officer Lewis, Moore Police Dept., 793-4448.

Moore Council on Aging. Seniors may have transportation anywhere in city of Moore for errands or appointments. 8 a.m.–3 p.m., Mon.– Fri. Call 799-3130 at least one day in advance.

Project Return Home For Alzheimer’s patients in Moore. For information about enrolling a loved one, contact Virginia Guild at 793-4478 or Sgt. Jeremy Lewis at 793-4448.

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ONGOING CLUBS & CLASSES CLUBS AARP meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 5 p.m. at the Brand Senior Center, 501 East Main St., Moore. Programs are on subjects of interest to persons 50 years and over. Potluck dinner follows the program each month.

Moore Old Town Association meets 4th Tue. every month at First United Methodist Church. For further information contact Janie Milum at: cjmilum@ sbcglobal.net

Malcolm Hunter Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, Moore, OK meets 2nd Wed. of each month at Hillcrest Presbyterian Church, 6600 S. Penn, at 1 p.m. Contact Pat Towns, 376-5653.

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The Oklahoma Women Veterans Organization meets at 11am the 3rd Saturday during the months of: February, April, June, August, October, and December. Meeting location is the Sunny Lane Family Reception Center, 3900 SE 29th St, Del City. If you need directions call 405-445-7040 .

South OKC Rotary Club. Fridays, 12 to 1 p.m. at Southwest Integris Cancer Center, SW 44th & Southwestern. Civic organization dedicated to contributing and volunteering in our community.

Moore Horseshoe Club. Every Thursday 6 p.m. at Fairmoore Park. Contact Johnny Vanderburg 237-1171

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Tai Chi is avalible at First Baptist Church Moore every Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $2 per class. Call 405-793-2600 for more information. Karate is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Tuesday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Saturday 9:0012:00. The classes are free for anyone ages 8 years old and up with uniforms availble at a discounted rate. Call 405-793-2600 for more information. Zumba with Crystal. 7:15 pm. Tuesday & Thursday Zumba classes at First Christian Church, 629 NW 12th. Cost is $4 for 1 class or $15 for a 5-class punch card. For more information contact Crystal Forinash at 405-626-8711, by email at zumba_with_crystal@ yahoo.com or at the website crystalnelson.zumba.com.

Sooner Sensation Show Chorus, Sweet Adelines. Mon. 7 p.m. at Fresh Start Church. 309 N Eastern. Call 436-5828 for more information. Also FREE voice lessons on Mondays.

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Moore Community Center Step Aerobics Onehour class will be available every Monday and Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday at 10:15. Cost is $20. Instructor: Angie Ceyler. For more information contact Whitney at 793-5090 or email at wWathen@ cityofmoore.com.

Fresh Start Community Church Celebrate Recovery, 12-Step Program will meet on Tuesday nights, 6:30 p.m. at 309 N Eastern, 794-7313.

Zumba avalible just for women at First Baptist Church Moore. Come experience a high energy workout that’s a lot of fun! Classes are every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Call 405-793-2600 for more information. South OKC Women’s Connection. This club meets every 3rd Wednesday at noon at Southern Hills Baptist Church, 8601 S. Penn, OKC. Call Joyce, 692-8792, for more information. Nursery provided!

Moore Community Center Zumba Classes. Fee is $15 dollars a month per person, Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m. and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Instructor: Ritchel Schultz. For more information call 405-793-5090.

Moms Club of Moore meets 2nd Thursday of month at Westmoore Community Church. www. momsclubsofmoore.com

Body Fit Strength Training. Tues. & Thurs. from 9 to 9:50 a.m. at Fresh Start Community Church, 309 N Eastern, 794-7313.

First Baptist Church of Moore. FBC Moore Community Life/Recreation Ctr. Two basketball courts & racquetball courts, fitness center, walking/ running track. Open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Call 735-2527.

Southern Hills School of Fine Arts, 8601 S. Penn, OKC 73159. Enrolling children and adults for private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, bass, drums, strings, brass and woodwinds. Call David Allen at 405-589-3618

Brand Senior Center. Senior Exercise at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Moore Community Center Boot Camp. One-hour class will be available every Monday and Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday at 10:15. Cost is $20/ month or $5/class. Instructor: Angie Ceyler. For more information contact Whitney at 793-5090 or email at wWathen@cityofmoore.com.

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Zumba. $3 fee per class. Monday and Thursday nights, 7:15 p.m. at the Christian Life Center located at 201 W. Main St.

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Beth Haven Baptist Church. 12400 S. Western is having an Addiction Recovery meeting every Wednesdayat 7 p.m. Call Pastor Rick, 691-6990 for information.

First Baptist Church Grief Share. Support group for individuals and family members struggling with life events such as death, divorce, disappointments; and learning healthy ways to cope with life. Meets weekly on Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 301 NE 27th Street.

First Baptist Church Celebrate Recovery. Support and help for those struggling with addiction. Meets weekly on Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 301 NE 27th Street.

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Moore Rotary Club. Wed, at Belmar Golf Club, 1025 E. Indian Hills Road. Civic orga nization dedicated to contributing and volunteering in our community.

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Calendar Events Sponsored by Resthaven of OKC

MARCH 3 • MONDAY City Council Meeting at Moore City Hall at 6:30 p.m., 301 N. Broadway, 793-5000 MARCH 4 • TUESDAY Parks Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. 301 N. Broadway. Cancer Support Group. 6:30 pm. First United Methodist Church 201 W Main St. Call Richelle Leibold at 794-6671. MARCH 5 • WEDNESDAY American Legion. Open for all veterans from 12-4pm at 207 SW 1st St. in Moore. Call for more information 794-5446. Moore Rotary Club. Noon. Belmar Golf Club 1025 E. Indian Hills Rd. Community Dinner. 5:30 p.m. Free meal for residents at First Church of Moore. 301 W. Main St. Call 794-6671 for more information. MARCH 7 • FRIDAY S. OKC Rotary Club. Meeting is at noon. Southwest Integris Cancer Center. SW 44th and S. Western. Yellow Rose Theater. “Dean Martin’s Amore.” Dinner and a lovely show that will have you swooning all night long with this new special February show. Seating is at 6:30 with dinner following. Reservations required. Call for ticket pricing. 793-7779. MARCH 8 • SATURDAY Yellow Rose Theater. “Dean Martin’s Amore.” Dinner and a lovely show that will have you swooning all night long with this new special February show. Seating is at 6:30 with dinner following. Reservations required. Call for ticket pricing. 793-7779. Agi Lurtz Talk. Calling for all Moore writers! Learn how to integrate social media into your writing platform. The Lutheran Center 914 Elm St. 10:00-12:00pm. Call Kathleen 310-6512 for more information. MARCH 10 • MONDAY School Board Meeting. 6 p.m. Westmoore High School Lecture Center. MARCH 11 • TUESDAY Chick-fil-A’s Daddy Daughter Date Night. Activities and roses for the daughters. Reservations are a must. Times available are 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30. Call 799-6100 to reserve a seat. MARCH 12 • WEDNESDAY American Legion. Open for all veterans from 12-4pm at 207 SW 1st St. in Moore. Call for more information 794-5446. Moore Rotary Club. Noon. Belmar Golf Club 1025 E. Indian Hills Rd. Community Dinner. 5:30 p.m. Free meal for residents at First Church of Moore. 301 W. Main St. Call 794-6671 for more information.

MARCH 14 • FRIDAY S. OKC Rotary Club. Meeting is at noon. Southwest Integris Cancer Center. SW 44th and S. Western.

Community Dinner. 5:30 p.m. Free meal for residents at First Church of Moore. 301 W. Main St. Call 794-6671 for more information.

Oklahoma City Philharmonic. Performance debuts at OCCC’s VPAC for grand opening performance. Call 682-1611 for information on tickets.

MARCH 21 • FRIDAY S. OKC Rotary Club. Meeting is at noon. Southwest Integris Cancer Center. SW 44th and S. Western.

MARCH 15 • SATURDAY Yellow Rose Theater. “Dean Martin’s Amore.” Dinner and a lovely show that will have you swooning all night long with this new special February show. Seating is at 6:30 with dinner following. Reservations required. Call for ticket pricing. 793-7779.

Sensory Story Time. 10 am. Designed for children ages 2-6 with sensory processing disorders. Call 7935100 to reserve a seat.

MARCH 16 • SUNDAY Yellow Rose Theater. “Dean Martin’s Amore.” Dinner and a lovely show that will have you swooning all night long with this new special February show. Seating is at 6:30 with dinner following. Reservations required. Call for ticket pricing. 793-7779. MARCH 17 • MONDAY St. Patrick’s Day. City Council Meeting at Moore City Hall at 6:30 p.m., 301 N. Broadway, 793-5000.

Join the Singles of FBC Moore for “Friday Night Live for HIM” Friday, March 21th. There’s a dinner for a small charge at 6:30 p.m. in our Atrium, followed by a wonderful time of Praise & Worship with Jami Smith and a message from our special guest speaker, Doug Dees. Recreation and table games to follow until 10:00 p.m. Please call 793-2624 for more information and reservations, or e-mail marji.robison@fbcmoore.org. First Baptist is located at 301 NE 27th Street, just off I-35 South in Moore. MARCH 26 • WEDNESDAY American Legion. Open for all veterans from 12-4pm at 207 SW 1st St. in Moore. Call for more information 794-5446.

Abrakadoodle Art Camp begins and runs through Friday, March 21. Children ages K-8th grade. Two sessions daily: 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The camps run through Friday, March 21. Cost is $90 for one class or $150 for both. Call 793-5090 for information and to enroll.

Moore Rotary Club. Noon. Belmar Golf Club 1025 E. Indian Hills Rd.

Extreme Animals Camp begins and runs through Friday, March 21. Get ready for a wildly entertaining experience! Get up close and personal with endangered species, creepy crawlies and more. For ages 7-12. Cost is $100. Call 793-5090 for information and to enroll.

MARCH 27 • THURSDAY Yellow Rose Theater. “Rocking 80’s.” Dinner and wild, spandex wearing show that will have you rocking all night long with this new flashback show. Seating is at 6:30 with dinner following. Reservations required. Call for ticket pricing. 793-7779.

Mad Science Camp: Jr. Engineers in Action begins and runs through Friday, March 21. We have fun down to a science! Cost is $99. Call 793-5090 for information and to enroll.

Community Dinner. 5:30 p.m. Free meal for residents at First Church of Moore. 301 W. Main St. Call 794-6671 for more information.

MARCH 28 • FRIDAY S. OKC Rotary Club. Meeting is at noon. Southwest Integris Cancer Center. SW 44th and S. Western.

Discovery Camp begins and runs through Friday, March 21. Come out and let your child’s imagination run wild as they design and build a bridge! Designed for grades 3rd-8th. Cost is $80. Call 793-5090 for information and to enroll.

Yellow Rose Theater. “Rocking 80’s.” Dinner and wild, spandex wearing show that will have you rocking all night long with this new flashback show. Seating is at 6:30 with dinner following. Reservations required. Call for ticket pricing. 793-7779.

Youth Basketball Camp begins and runs through Wednesday, March 19. Learn offensive, defensive skills and game-like scenarios from Westmoore’s head basketball coach, Scott Hodges. Campers will receive t-shirts and snacks will be provided. For boys and girls ages 7-16. Cost is $60. Call 793-5090 for information and to enroll.

MARCH 29 • SATURDAY Yellow Rose Theater. “Rocking 80’s.” Dinner and wild, spandex wearing show that will have you rocking all night long with this new flashback show. Seating is at 6:30 with dinner following. Reservations required. Call for ticket pricing. 793-7779.

MARCH 18 • TUESDAY Cancer Support Group. 6:30 pm. First United Methodist Church 201 W Main St. Call Richelle Leibold at 794-6671. MARCH 19 • WEDNESDAY American Legion. Open for all veterans from 12-4pm at 207 SW 1st St. in Moore. Call for more information 794-5446. Moore Rotary Club. Noon. Belmar Golf Club 1025 E. Indian Hills Rd.

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MARCH 1 • SATURDAY Yellow Rose Theater. “Dean Martin’s Amore.” Dinner and a lovely show that will have you swooning all night long with this new special February show. Seating is at 6:30 with dinner following. Reservations required. Call for ticket pricing. 793-7779.

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MOORE MONTHLY | MAR 2014 • LIBRARY EVENTS

Library Events

Calendar Events Sponsored by Resthaven of OKC

MOORE PUBLIC LIBRARY CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING Saturday, March 1, 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 4, 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 4, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 5 at 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 12 at 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Thursday, March 13, 10 a.m. Saturday, March 15, 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 18, 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 18, 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 19 at 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Thursday, March 20, 2 p.m. Friday, March 21, 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 26 at 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Thursday, March 27, 10 a.m.

SOUTHWEST OKC PUBLIC LIBRARY Read, Create and Play Story Time, A Seussical Spectacular Books, Barks and Buddies Baby Story Time Story Time Baby Story Time Make and Take Read, Create and Play Story Time Stephen Fite in concert Books, Barks and Buddies Baby Story Time Spring Break Movie Sensory Story Time Story Time Baby Story Time Make and Take

TEENS AND ADULTS Saturday, March 1, 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 4, 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 4, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, 6 p.m. Thursday, March 6, 6 p.m. Friday, March 7, 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 8, 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 11, 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 11, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, 6 p.m. Thursday, March 13, 6 p.m. Thursday, March 13, 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 14, 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 15, 9 a.m. Monday, March 17, 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, 6 p.m. Thursday, March 20, 6 p.m. Saturday, March 22, 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 26, 6 p.m. Thursday, March 27, 6 p.m. Thursday, March 27, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27, 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 28, 9:30 a.m. Friday, March 28, 9 a.m.

CHILDREN’S DEPT. Sunday, March 2, 2 p.m. Monday, March 3, 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 5, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 6, 10 and 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 10, 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 11, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 13, 10 and 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 17, 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 19, 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 19, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 20, 10 and 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 20, 4:30 p.m. Monday, March 24, 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27, 10 and 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 31, 10 a.m.

Dr. Seuss Celebration Children’s Story Time Lego Quest Baby Story Time Children’s Story Time TweenScene Baby Story Time Children’s Story Time TLC (Touch, Learn and Create) Lego Quest Baby Story Time ASK (Afterschool Kids) Children’s Story Time TweenScene BAM (Book & Movie) Baby Story Time Children’s Story Time

TEENS AND ADULTS VITA Tax Preparation Computer Basics Affordable Care Act Enrollment VITA Tax Preparation Zumba Basic Microsoft Word 2010 VITA Tax Preparation Intermediate Microsoft Word 2010 The Strange World of Irish Mythology VITA Tax Preparation Zumba Open for Business Book Discussion Basic Windows 7 VITA Tax Preparation On the Same Page Book Discussio VITA Tax Preparation Zumba VITA Tax Preparation Facebook for Beginners VITA Tax Preparation Zumba True Grit free movie showing at the Warren Theatre Moore Reads Book Discussion Group Basic Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 T-Shirt Quilt Workshop

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Monday, March 3, 6 p.m. Pilates Monday, March 3, 7 p.m. Zumba Monday, March 10, 6 p.m. Pilates Monday, March 10, 7 p.m. Zumba Tuesday, March 11, 6 p.m. Best Apps for Teens Thursday, March 13, 6:30 p.m. Penn Ave. Literary Society Monday, March 17, 6 p.m. Pilates Monday, March 17, 7 p.m. Zumba Tuesday, March 18, 6:30 p.m. Gardening Series, Best Management Practice for Soil Testing Monday, March 24, 6 p.m. Pilates Monday, March 24, 7 p.m. Zumba Wednesday, March 26, 11 a.m. Business Connections Book Discussion Thursday, March 27, 6:30 p.m. True Grit free movie showing at the Warren Theatre Saturday, March 29 Community Baby Shower Monday, March 31, 6 p.m. Pilates Monday, March 31, 7 p.m. Zumba

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City of Moore & Brand Center

SPRING BREAK CAMPS Basketball For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. Instructor: Scott Hodges - Westmoore’s Men’s Basketball Head Coach Ages: 6-17 • Cost: $60 • March 17-19: 9:00 am - noon. Mad Science When school is out, Mad Science is in. Your child can continue to learn even when school is out, and won’t even realize it because “We have fun down to a science.” Ages: 6-11 • Cost: $99 • March 17-21: 9:00 am - noon. Abrakadoodle Two unique classes - one in the morning, one in the afternoon. World ART Camp!!! With locations around the world, Abrakadoodle is helping kids to be creative everywhere. This series focuses upon art from six Abrakadoodle locations: the United States, Panama, Indonesia, Singapore, China, and Japan. In each class, Abrakadoodle artists are learning more about world artists, culture, and traditions as they explore unique sculptures, create vibrant paintings, learn about ancient ink techniques, and discover rich cultural traditions. This series even includes quirky robots and sleepy dogs! The Artsy Crafty WOW Camp! Make It and Take It Let’s get crafty! Join us for this DIY (Do It Yourself) Craft Camp where students explore cool, interesting crafts from around the world, develop new craft skills and get creative juices flowing! Each day is jam-packed with FUN activities like bowl making, weaving, and nature-inspired crafts. This make-it and take-it camp is a big “WOW” in the world of crafts. Grades 1st-4th & 5th-8th Cost: $90 for one class or $150 for both • March 17-21 9:00am-noon & 1:00pm-4:00 pm. Extreme Animals 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. Ages: 7-12 • Cost: $100 • March 17-21: 9:00 am - noon. Discovery Your child will utilize their creative and artistic bridge building skills. There will be a contest to the see who painted their bridge the best and also who build the strongest bridge. The winners will receive a super awesome prize! Grades 3rd-8th • Cost: $80 • March 17-21. All camps are held at the Moore Community Center at 301 S. Howard. Call 793-5090 for registration. Zumba Fitness at Moore Community Center $15 a month per person. Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m., Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Instructor: Ritchel Schultz For more information call 405-793-5090.

BRAND SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES For more information on other activities and times, call 793-9069. Mar 4 10:00-11:20 Country Music House Singers Mar 6 10:00-11:00 Wii Bowling Mar 10 12:15 Jewelry with Eileen Mar 11 10:00-11:00 Last Chance Band 10:00 Library 10:30 BP & Sugar Check Provided by Loving Care Mar 13 10:30-11:00 Up-Date on Medicare Chances provided by John Vincent Mar 14 11:00-11:20 St. Patrick’s Day Party 12:15 BINGO with Eileen Mar 18 10:00-11:20 Country Music House Singers Mar 19 11:45 Cobbler provided by Village on the Park 12:15 Ceramics with Eileen Mar 20 10:30-11:00 Visual Services Mar 25 10:00 BINGO provided by Allegiance Credit Union 10:00 Library Mar 26 10:30-11:30 BP checks provided by Hearts @ Home Mar 27 10:15-10:40 Questions & Answers on Retirement 10:45-11:20 Legend’s Choir 10:30-11:30 BP checks provided by Arbor House Mar 28 12:15 BINGO with Eileen Exercise: Mon, Wed, & Fri 10:15 Line Dancing Lessons Wed 12:15 Wood Carving Thurs 9:00-11:00 Oil Painting Thurs 1:00 Dominos, Card games, Jig-Saw puzzles, Pool, Quilting, & Volunteer work to assist the homebound or work is available at the Brand Center Moore Council On Aging Bus Service: 799-3130 Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the city of Moore for errands or appointments 8am to 3pm, Monday through Friday Moore Senior Citizen Nutrition Site Brand Center 501 E. Main Reservations for meals: 793-9069 Donation for a meal for seniors 60& above: $2.25 Required cost for meal for guests under 60: $5.00

Step Aerobics A one-hour fitness class that will include 30 minutes of aerobic conditioning and Reebok step, etc., and 25 minutes of strength training and toning, and a 5-minute cool down. The class will also include an introduction to a free online website that will provide tracking and tips on weight loss and improving fitness levels. Monday & Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.- - 6:30 p.m., Saturday 10:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m., $20 a month.

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CITY OF MOORE PARKS & RECREATION

Red Cross Can Help Storm Victims with Long-Term Recovery by Lauren Casonhua

Nine months after an EF-5 tornado ripped through Moore, volunteer organizations are still working tirelessly to pick up the pieces. Stepping into the Oklahoma Disaster Recovery Project (ODRP) office, you immediately get a sense of how hard the organization has been working to set up a recovery center in such a short time. Donated and borrowed furniture fill the rooms, pictures line the walls, and the faint scent of fresh paint lingers in the air. There are people stashed in every corner of the office, working so intently that they barely look up when you walk by. Workers constantly bustle back and forth through the hallways, and the whir of machinery is like constant background music. Although tight, the space perfectly fits the theme of their efforts—rebuilding. Collaboration among the American Red Cross, Catholic Charities, the Salvation Army, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, the Oklahoma United Methodist Church, and ODRP began soon after the May 2013 storms. It opened up a call center in July and had a full staff by September. “The individual agencies realized this was such a unique case that we all had to come together for the benefit of the community,” said Sonny Wilkinson, senior director of Mission Advancement for Catholic Charities. “We were all talking and said that this is what has to happen. In order to provide the base case management recovery process, we needed to do this.” Using the Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) model for case management, the ODRP helps individuals and families identify their needs, develop a longterm recovery plan, and access community resources. “We’re a sounding board. The person that’s going through recovery can say ‘this is where I’m at’ and we can say ‘okay, here are your next steps,” said Kenneth Bentley, a case manager for the ODRP. “We help them walk through that recovery process, and that alone alleviates a lot of the mental issues.” One of the defining aspects of the organization, which has offices in Moore, El Reno, and Shawnee, is that it allows local organizations and communities to get involved with relief efforts by using the resources unique to those communities. “We take the needs of our clients and present them to longterm recovery committees,” Bentley said. “Those committees are

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specific to the area that was impacted…so the needs of people in Shawnee are presented to funders in that area so their needs can be taken care of locally.” Those needs include everything from cleaning up debris and rebuilding homes to assisting with mental trauma. “If somebody comes to us and needs to see a counselor to deal with the trauma of the tornado, then we know which organization in the community is providing those services, and we can send a referral to them,” said Robin Eddy, program director at the ODRP. In one case, a client didn’t have substantial enough damage to receive help from FEMA, but the client’s house was taken over by black mold, and the family was unable to live in it, said Bentley. The ODRP was able to get them a new mobile home, where they now live. “My client called me Christmas Eve, and she was crying. I said ‘Oh goodness, what’s happened to you?’ And she said ‘I’m standing inside my new home.’ I cried with her because I feel just as proud for that family as if it were my own home,” Bentley said. Other people have just started realizing there are gaps in provisions such as their insurance. “They feel like they’re stuck, but they’re not,” said Wilkinson. “If they’re still affected, they need to reach out to ODRP and get those services.” There are also the people that put others’ needs before their own. “We want to let those people know their needs are important to us. The unselfishness is touching. It’s Oklahoma,” said Bentley. He said the hardest people to reach are those who want to be independent and don’t think they need help. “Most clients are surprised at the vast amount of resources we can provide.” For example, the organization has Spanish-speaking case managers and offers counseling in Spanish through Catholic Charities. “We’re responding to the community as a whole and knocking down language barriers…we will make the recovery work for whomever we can get in touch with,” Wilkinson said. The organization ultimately hopes to serve as a model for future disaster relief efforts. “This is unprecedented— we’re actually kind of writing a model that hopefully will be used in disasters no matter where they occur throughout our nation,” Wilkinson said. “Everyone is looking forward to the

future…there have been a lot of great things learned from this partnership.” As for the impact the organization has had on the community so far, all one needs to do is get a glimpse of the bustling office and the people working there, all filled with a love for their home. “This is my community. I almost tear up every time I think about the devastation that happened within just a few days in the state of Oklahoma…it’s been tough,” Eddy said. Wilkinson described how growing up in Oklahoma and working with the ODRP has informed his view of the disaster. “As a native Oklahoman, I’ve seen disaster. Through all of it, you see how Oklahomans respond. It’s unique to see it from another side that doesn’t get published that often, or seen by cameras… we try to watch each other’s backs and take care of each other.” Bentley also spoke on how working with the ODRP has affected him. “My whole life has changed,” he said. “It was kind of a leap of faith to come to this project, but we understood the importance of what we’re doing here…we’re creating a ripple effect.” Bentley said that while he can’t make promises, he works very hard for his clients in the hopes that they will ultimately be recovered. “There will come a day when you’ll be in your new place, and that moment will hit you where you’re recovered. You’ll cry more on that day than when you lost your belongings. It’s a reaffirmation that you are stronger than this disaster—and that you are resilient,” he said. “When you get to see someone from that first appointment with that bewildered delusion look we call ‘tornado brain,’ and you work them through that process, then you meet them for the last time—that’s a different person. You have affected that change in their life, and that’s what makes it rewarding.” Bentley particularly wanted to thank the volunteer groups and financial donators who have helped the ODRP. “Without those two groups, we would not be as strong as we are.”

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CITY ATHLETES CELEBRATE COLLEGE SIGNING DAY by Rob Morris More than three dozen athletes from all three city high schools will be continuing their athletic careers beyond high school. These students from Moore, Southmoore, and Westmoore celebrated that milestone on Wednesday, February 5, by participating in National Signing Day events at each of their schools. Here’s a complete list of athletes who signed their college letters-of-intent:

WESTMOORE HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER Rachel Cantrell—Southern Nazarene University Elle Stover—University of Central Oklahoma Elizabeth DiSalvatore—University of Central Oklahoma BASEBALL Hunter Aguirre—Cowley County Community College Jake Dyer—Fort Scott Community College

FOOTBALL Denver Bebee—University of Central Oklahoma Matt Day—East Central University Noah Hammons—University of Central Oklahoma Kieron Hardrick—Southeastern University Ty Watkins—NEO A&M

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MOORE HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL Will Sprayberry—Northeastern Oklahoma College GOLF Jessica Gremling—Southwestern College (Winfield, KS) TENNIS Taylor Factor—Seminole State College SOCCER Jordan Cleveland—USAO Katelyn Williams—USAO SOFTBALL Caitlin Hall—Oklahoma Baptist University Sable Hankins—Lamar University Jenna Lyn—Oklahoma Baptist University Brianna McArthur—Central Arkansas University

SOUTHMOORE HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL Colton Huggard—Connors State College Garrett Degelos—Coffeyville Community College Ty Jackson—Midland University FOOTBALL Cory Keyes—Missouri Southern State University Dakota Haynes—Doane College Jalen Adams—University of North Texas Jaleon Walker—University of Central Oklahoma John Ashcraft—Northeastern Oklahoma College Houston Tyler—Citadel Pierce Spead—Northeastern Oklahoma College R.J. Dantzler—Oklahoma Panhandle State University SOCCER Hannah Robinson—Southern Nazarene University Kayle Moore—USAO SOFTBALL Katelyn Brown—Southern Nazarene University KC Beardsley—Ft Scott Community College KS SWIMMING Reid Hibbs—Towson University VOLLEYBALL Micayla Payne—Hillsdale College WRESTLING Nathan Marek—University of Oklahoma MARCH 2014 | MOORE MONTHLY | 43

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about the shakes themselves. Without exception, the reason such shakes

flipping through channels or any fitness magazine would tell you

can work is that they promote a calorie deficit. The same thing can be

otherwise, you don’t need to take a single supplement in order to meet

achieved for less money by eating simple, whole foods, and you will be

your fitness goal, whether it’s to lose weight, gain muscle, or just perform

much healthier for it. Even better, once you’ve lost the weight, you won’t

better. To the contrary, most people would be better off steering clear of

be beholden to any supplement company forever in order to maintain

supplements, and here are three reasons why.

your weight, because you will have developed healthy eating habits,

First, the vast majority of supplements are placebos at best, better

rather than a shake addiction.

at slimming down your wallet than your waistline. Supplements are a

Another example for all the gym rats out there is pre-workout drinks.

multi-billion dollar industry, so the supplement companies spend a ton

These usually make all kinds of claims about boosting energy, making you

of money on advertising to convince people that they need a cabinet full

stronger, increasing the pump to your muscles, and increasing recovery.

of products if they hope to get anywhere. They don’t spend much money

However, if you read the ingredients rather than the claims, you’ll

ensuring that their products actually work. The fitness models posing

see that almost all of them lean very heavily on caffeine, and provide

next to the shelf of supplements might actually use some supplements,

very little else. While caffeine can boost your energy, you’ll be better

but usually not the legal kind. To the chagrin of supplement companies,

off just drinking a cup of black coffee before your workout, which will

people do actually study the compounds used in supplements, and

not only give you a jolt of caffeine, but also a dose of antioxidants, not

the vast majority show no real effect. For now, just bear in mind that

to mention save you money. Many pre-workouts do put some effective

supplements can be very expensive, and almost none of them will give

compounds in, but usually at so low a dose that they may as well not

you a return on your investment.

be there. They’re on the label just to fool you into thinking “This one

The second reason to avoid supplements is that they’re usually used for

should work!”

the wrong reasons. It’s all too common that people will see supplements

Next time you see an ad for a supplement and think it looks worthwhile,

as a shortcut to their fitness goals, a way to make things easy, and

just remember the phrase “A fool and his money are soon parted.” Large

supplement companies are only too willing to feed that delusion.

amounts of money and marketing deception are being used to make you

Unfortunately, there is no shortcut. The work will always be hard, the

think you need that powder, or that pill will work. Falling for it will

miles will always be long, and the weight will always be heavy, no matter

only encourage them. Remember, whatever your fitness goals, it is you

what supplements you take. You might think that some powder or pill

who are in control, you who are doing the work, and you who are strong

will give you a little edge, make your workout just a bit easier, but if it’s

enough get where you want to be. Not the supplement.

easy, it just means you aren’t really working your hardest. The powder has

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nothing to do with it. And that brings us to the third reason most people should avoid supplements: some of them work just enough to make you buy more of them. There are a few major offenders here that seem to get results, but it’s usually for reasons other than the ones listed on the box. Weight

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Senior Moment Hospital Hints—What to Expect by Kathleen Wilson Director of Aging Services Inc.

re you going into the hospital soon for a medical test, procedure,

You also will be asked about advance directives. If you don’t have

or surgery? Most folks worry when they have to stay overnight

insurance, talk to the admission staff about payment methods and sources of

in the hospital. Learning more about what to expect in

financial aid.

hospitals can help. What should you bring? Basically you want to bring as little as possible.

You will need these:

A hospital bracelet will be placed on your wrist. Be certain to look at your bracelet and see that all the information noted on the bracelet is correct. Hospitals have many patient care areas. The intensive care units (ICUs)

• bathrobe and slippers (Put your name on everything)

have special equipment and staff to care for very ill patients. Coronary Care

• comfortable clothes to wear home

Units (CCUs) provide intensive medical care to patients with heart disease.

• tooth brush, toothpaste and toiletries

Surgery is done in the operating room (OR). After an operation, patients are

• hearing aids and/or glasses

cared for in the recovery room until they are ready to move to their hospital

• a small amount of cash to buy newspapers and snacks.

rooms.

Be certain to bring your current health insurance card. You will also want to bring up-to-date information on your past illnesses and surgeries; your

Because you may feel weak or tired after your surgery, tests, or procedures, here are safety tips to follow:

medications including prescriptions and over the counter drugs; information

• If you are told to stay in bed, use the call button when you need help.

on your allergies; and names and telephone contact numbers in case of an

• Use the controls to lower your bed before getting in or out of the bed.

emergency.

• Sit on the edge of the bed for a minute or so before standing up.

When you enter the hospital, you want to leave the following items at home: • jewelry • extra cash • credit cards

• Watch out for the wires and tubes that may be around your bed. • Try to keep the things you need within easy reach. • Take only medicines given to you by nurses. Don’t take medicine you brought from home without your doctor’s permission. You might want to think about writing an advance directive before you go

• checkbooks.

into the hospital. An advance directive states what medical treatment you

Once your hospital stay is scheduled, many hospitals have staff members

want if you can’t speak for yourself. It also lets you name whom you want to

who call to ask pre-admission questions over the phone. This step helps make

make medical decisions for you. Two common kinds of advance directives

the admission process a lot quicker and easier. With this method, when you

are living wills and durable power of attorney for healthcare. In a living will,

get to the hospital to be admitted, many of the forms have already been filled

you list the kind of medical care you want or don’t want. In a durable power

out, and all you have to do is sign them.

of attorney for healthcare, you have someone else to make your medical

Your first stop at the hospital is the admitting office. There you will sign forms that

decisions if you are unable to make them yourself. If you have any of these advance directives, bring a copy with you to the

• give the hospital details about yourself, your doctor and your insurance

hospital and be sure it is part of your medical records. Be sure the person you

• explain your surgery, test or procedure

have chosen to act on your behalf has a copy of the durable power of attorney for

• give your authorization for the medical staff to treat you.

healthcare document. A hospital stay can cause you to worry, but by educating yourself about the process and what to expect, you can alleviate at least some of your concerns.

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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS SCHEDULES MARCH 2014 BASEBALL Moore High School Mar. 1 at PC North Mar. 3 Piedmont Mar. 4 Guthrie Mar. 6 Norman North Mar. 10 at Southmoore Mar. 11 Southmoore Mar. 13 Midwest City/ Norman North Mar. 24 at U.S. Grant Mar. 25 U.S. Grant March 27-29 at Broken Arrow Tournament

Westmoore High School Mar. 3. at Putnam City Mar. 4 Norman North Mar. 6 at Newcastle Mar. 10 at PC North Mar. 11 Southmoore Mar. 13-14 PC North Tournament Mar. 24 PC West Mar. 25 Moore Mar. 28-29 Big Cat Classic Mar. 31 Putnam City

Southmoore High School Mar. 3 at PC North Mar. 6 at Norman North Mar. 7 at Putnam City Westmoore High School Mar. 10 Norman Mar. 3 Edmond Santa Fe Mar. 11 at Westmoore Mar. 4 at Yukon Mar. 13-14 at PC North Mar. 8 at Blanchard Tournament Mar. 10 PC West Mar. 24 PC North Mar. 11 at PC West Mar. 25 at PC West Mar. 13 at Edmond Santa Fe Mar. 27 at Norman Varsity Mar. 17-21 Best of the West Tournament Festival Mar. 28-29 Big Cat Classic (Peoria, AZ) Mar. 31 Cache Mar. 24 at Edmond North Mar. 25 Edmond North Mar. 28 Noble SOCCER Mar. 31 at Edmond Memorial Moore High School - Boys Southmoore High School Mar. 4 Westmoore Mar. 1 McGuinness (12pm) Mar. 11 Mustang Tuttle (4pm) Mar. 13 at Putnam City Mar. 4 at Piedmont Mar. 27-29 Mustang Mar. 6 at PC North Broncho Cup Mar. 7 at Norman North Mar. 8 at Putnam City Moore High School - Girls Mar. 10 Moore Mar. 4 Westmoore Mar. 11 at Moore Mar. 11 Mustang Mar. 13 Oklahoma Bronchos Mar. 13 at Putnam City Mar. 17-19 Best of the West Tournament Westmoore High School - Boys (Peoria, AZ) Mar. 4 at Moore Mar. 24 at Choctaw Mar. 7 at Norman Mar. 25 Choctaw Mar. 13 Southmoore Mar. 27 PC North Mar. 27-29 Bronco Cup Mar. 28 Norman North (at Mustang) Mar. 31 at Yukon

SOFTBALL Moore High School Mar. 3 at PC West Mar. 4 Putnam City Mar. 6 at PC North Mar. 7-8 at Tulsa Union Tournament Mar. 10 at Cache Mar. 11 Dale Mar. 24 Norman Mar. 25 at Westmoore Mar. 27 at Norman North Mar. 29-30 Big Cat Classic

Westmoore High School - Girls Mar. 4 at Moore Mar. 7 at Norman Mar. 13 Southmoore Mar. 27-29 at PC North Classic Southmoore High School - Boys Mar. 4 Carl Albert Mar. 7 Duncan Mar. 13 at Westmoore Mar. 28-29 SaberCat Classic Southmoore High School - Girls Mar. 7 Duncan Mar. 13 Westmoore Mar. 25 at Bishop McGuinness Mar. 28-29 SaberCat Classic

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TENNIS Moore High School - Boys Mar. 3 Westmoore (at Earlywine) Mar. 11 Norman (at Westwood) Mar. 28 Cameron Tournament (Lawton) Mar. 31 PC North (at OKC Tennis Center) Moore High School - Girls Mar. 3 Westmoore (at Earlywine) Mar. 13 Norman (at Earlywine) Mar. 28 Cameron Tournament (Lawton) Westmoore High School - Boys Mar. 1 at Muskogee Mar. 3 Moore (at Earlywine) Mar. 11 at Ponca City Westmoore High School - Girls Mar. 3 Moore (at Earlywine) Mar. 8 at Muskogee Mar. 11 at Ponca City Southmoore High School - Boys Mar. 1 at Muskogee Mar. 3 Westmoore (at Earlywine) Mar. 11 at Ponca City Mar. 26 Southmoore (at Earlywine) Southmoore High School - Girls Mar. 3 Westmoore (at Earlywine) Mar. 8 at Muskogee Mar. 11 at Ponca City Mar. 26 Southmoore (at Earlywine)

GOLF Moore High School - Boys Mar. 3 Stillwater (at Lakeside G.C.) Mar. 27 Carl Albert (at John Conrad Golf Course) Moore High School - Girls Mar. 6 Guthrie (at Aqua Canyon) Mar. 25 Southmoore (at Westwood) Mar. 27 Jenks (at South Lakes)

Westmoore High School - Boys Mar. 24 Seminole (at Jimmy Austin) Mar. 27 Carl Albert (at John Conrad) Westmoore High School - Girls Mar. 10 Seminole (at Jimmy Austin) Mar. 25 Southmoore (at Westwood) Mar. 31 Coweta (at Emerald Falls) Southmoore High School - Boys Mar. 3 Stillwater (at Lakeside G.C.) Mar. 25 Norman North (at Jimmy Austin) Mar. 31 Norman (at The Trails) Southmoore High School - Girls Mar. 3 at Ponca City Mar. 4 at Stillwater Mar. 25 Southmoore

TRACK Moore High School Mar. 7 at Norman Mar. 11 at Putnam City Mar 13 Norman Quad Mar. 29 at Duncan Westmoore High School Mar. 13 Norman (Quad Meet) Mar. 27 PC West Relays Southmoore High School Mar. 7 Greg Byram Track Classic (Norman) Mar. 13 Norman (Quad Meet) Mar. 29 Southern Oklahoma Invitational (Duncan)

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Warren Movie Guide March 2014 Be the first to see the latest films coming to the Warren.

March 7 THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL The adventures of Gustave H, a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars, and Zero Moustafa, the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend. 300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE Greek general Themistokles leads the charge against invading Persian forces led by mortalturned-god Xerxes and Artemisia, vengeful commander of the Persian navy. MR. PEABODY & SHERMAN Using his most ingenious invention, the WABAC machine, Mr. Peabody and his adopted boy Sherman hurtle back in time to experience world-changing events first-hand and interact with some of the greatest characters of all time. They find themselves in a race to repair history and save the future.

March 14 NEED FOR SPEED Fresh from prison, a street racer who was framed by a wealthy business associate joins a cross country race with revenge in mind. His ex-partner, learning of the plan, places a massive bounty on his head as the race begins. WALK OF SHAME A reporterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream of becoming a news anchor is compromised after a one-night stand leaves her stranded in downtown L.A. without a phone, car, ID or money - and only 8 hours to make it to the most important job interview of her life. March 21 MUPPETS MOST WANTED While on a grand world tour, The Muppets find themselves wrapped into an European jewelheist caper headed by a Kermit the Frog lookalike and his dastardly sidekick.

DIVERGENT Beatrice Prior, a teenager with a special mind, finds her life threatened when an authoritarian leader seeks to exterminate her kind in her effort to seize control of their divided society. BAD WORDS A spelling bee loser sets out to exact revenge by finding a loophole and attempting to win as an adult. March 28 NOAH The Biblical Noah suffers visions of an apocalyptic deluge and takes measures to protect his family from the coming flood. SABOTAGE Members of an elite DEA task force find themselves being taken down one by one after they rob a drug cartel safe house.

Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Note: Each month our Warren Movie Guide provides a listing of top films expected at the Warren. Dates are subject to change.

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Moore @Your Library ADULT BOOK REVIEW

Rose Harbor in Bloom By Debbie Macomber Pages: 322 Publisher: Ballantine Reviewer: Brenda Johnson, Information Services Manager, Moore Public Library

KID BOOK REVIEW

Warning: Do Not Open This Book! Author: Adam Lehrhaupt Illustrator: Matthew Forsythe Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Reviewer: Dee Dee Corn, Children’s Services Assistant, Moore Public Library Warning: Your child is going to love this book! Illustrator Matthew Forsythe brings this picture book to life with his expressive and engaging digital artwork. The combination of the illustrations and Lehrhaupt’s text beckon the readers to do just the opposite of what they are supposed to do. As the book begins, the narrator warns us not to open the book because the monkeys will escape. Yet, it is so tempting to continue, to not follow directions, and turn the pages. As the book progresses, and the reader defies the wishes of the narrator, the monkeys escape and mayhem ensues. The monkeys, however, aren’t the only ones being mischievous. Before you know it, here come toucans and an alligator. The narrator devises a plan to recapture all of the animals, but needs the readers help to trap them by closing the book. Warning: Do Not Open This Book has an interactive component that will entice readers of all ages to participate. It lends itself as a wonderful read-aloud for parents to share with their children, and children will want to hear it read again, again, and again. This book is reminiscent of the Sesame Street favorite, The Monster at the End of This Book that many parents may remember. Although the book is targeted at children four to eight years old, children young and old will find this book enjoyable. The text is simple enough to hold the attention of the younger audience, and the ending will yield some lively discussion for older readers as to how they could catch the animals. To find out more about the author, visit www.adamlehrhaupt.com. You can check out Warning: Do Not Open This Book! as well as similar books from the Moore Public Library.

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When Jo Marie Rose opened Rose Harbor Inn, her bed and breakfast in Cedar Cove, Washington, she had no idea her charming, little inn would be changing the course of peoples’ lives. In this latest novel, Jo Marie welcomes Annie Newton, who has organized her grandparents’ fiftieth wedding anniversary down to the last detail. The only thing she can’t control is the fact that her grandparents bicker constantly. She begins to wonder how they have stayed married so long. They may not make it through the renewal of vows. And even worse, they are accompanied by Oliver Sutton, the grown-up boy who gave Annie her first kiss, an embarrassing experience that she’s never forgiven or forgotten. Since she has recently broken up with her fiancé, she’s in no mood to mend fences now. The other guest is Mary Smith, a successful New York attorney who has cancer. Her illness has motivated her to return to the Seattle area after nineteen years to make amends with her one true love, George Hudson. Not only does she want to see him one last time, but she has a shocking confession to make to him. Jo Marie continues to struggle with the loss of her husband, Paul, whose body has not been recovered from a military helicopter crash in Afghanistan. Try as she might, her nature is to remain optimistic, and the inkling of hope that he somehow survived the crash will not go away. She fills her days with plans for the inn’s future. She has designed a rose garden for the property but can only carry it out with the help of Mark Taylor, the local handyman, who gives Jo Marie comfort and headaches. His irascible nature not only irritates her but keeps her from demanding he work harder on the garden project. When Jo Marie and her dog, Rover, rescue Mark from an accident that results in a broken leg, it seems the project will never be completed. Fans of Debbie Macomber’s stories of love and friendship and of her ability to create interesting characters with difficult but easily solved problems will not be disappointed by this novel’s delicate balance between innocence and inspiration. Macomber has a knack for setting just the right tone. Rose Harbor in Bloom is the second in Macomber’s Rose Harbor series, but it is not necessary to have read the first to enjoy the second. She does a great job of quickly bringing the reader up to speed and leaves you eagerly awaiting the next visitors looking for a new start at Rose Harbor Inn. “Rose Harbor in Bloom” is available from Moore Public Library in regular print, large print, audio CD, and downloadable eBook.

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College Scholarships Available Through South OKC Chamber & Moore HS Alumni Association by Lauren Casonhua Each year, thousands of dollars in scholarships are given to dedicated and hardworking students and members of the Moore/South Oklahoma City community. It is, however, difficult to award scholarships to people who don’t know about them or who don’t apply. For those seeking a higher education, Moore and South OKC offer ample opportunity to achieve that goal. The South Oklahoma City Chamber generally gives over $180,000 in scholarships every year, and recipients include everyone from students to employees. Applications are due by March 1, and some of the awards include the following: Student of the Year Award—variable award amounts given to one senior student per high school who is nominated by his or her school principal Teacher of the Year Award—variable award amounts given to one teacher per school who has been nominated by his or her school principal Tinker Federal Credit Union Award—a $500 cash scholarship given to an employee, family member, or friend of a Chamber member. Mid-America Christian University Scholarship—a $1,000 tuition waiver to Mid-Christian University for 2014. These are only examples of awards offered by the South OKC Chamber, but there are more than ten scholarships available. “It’s our way to give back to the community,” said Rachel Dewberry, the South OKC Chamber events director. “It’s heartwarming to see students walk away with these scholarships.” For more information visit http://southokcawards.com. Women of the South has given close to a million dollars in scholarships since it was founded in 1995. What’s unique about the organization is that it specifically caters to women in the community who do not have the resources to attend a college or university. These scholarships “are actually for South OKC ladies,” said Angela O’Keefe, president of Women of the South. The two scholarship programs available are Primary Provider Scholarships and High School Scholarships. The Primary Provider Scholarship is available to women who are the primary providers of their households. Award recipients will receive funding to obtain an associate degree from Oklahoma City Community College. High School Scholarships are awarded to women graduating from high schools in the Moore and South OKC area. Recipients will receive $2,000 per year ($1,000 paid each semester) and must be entering an Oklahoma college or university as a first-time freshman in the fall following their senior year in high school. For more information about these scholarships and how to apply, visit http://www.womenofthesouth.org/education.htm. 58 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2014

The Moore High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) offers eight annual scholarships of $1,000 each to Moore High School students. These scholarships include the Moore High School Alumni Association scholarship; the Bennie Raine scholarship; the George and Doral Hopper scholarship; a music scholarship (awarded to one vocal music student and one band student); the Hoby and Anita Horn scholarship; and the 70s Legacy scholarship. Applications are due by March 7, and Moore High seniors are highly encouraged to apply. “Offering scholarships to Moore High seniors is extremely important,” said Traci Nix, MHSAA reporter. “We love to assist them in pursuing their degrees or tech school certificates. It is very special to give back to students from the school that we originated from. We wish we could offer a scholarship to every senior.” For more information on these scholarships and how to apply, visit http://www.moorealumni.com/scholarinfo.html.

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MOVIE REVIEWS Spring Movies Set to Warm Crowds up for Summer Blockbusters

By Rob Rob Morris Critics Morris and Emily Matthews review each other’s favorite rom-coms. With May marking the launch of the summer blockbuster season, March and April used to be considered part of the forgotten “in-between” months for big movie studios. That has changed in recent years as various big-time projects have been released ahead of the crowded summer months. So before movies like “The Amazing Spider-Man 2”, “Godzilla,” and “How to Train Your Dragon 2” sink their teeth into the multiplex big-screens, let’s take a look at four films you don’t want to miss. NOAH Perhaps no movie is as intriguing as Darren Aronofsky’s “Noah.” The Biblical epic is a major gamble for a number of reasons. The cast looks great, featuring Russell Crowe as the title character, along with Jennifer Connelly, Anthony Hopkins, Emma Watson and Ray Wintsone. But if Aronofsky strays too far from a faithful retelling of the story, he’s liable to face tremendous backlash from conservative movie-goers. We do know this about Aronofsky, who directed movies like “Black Swan,” “The Wrestler,” and “Requiem for a Dream,” even when his movies aren’t good, they are visually arresting and provocative. CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER Chris Evans is back for another go-round as the most American of heroes as Cap struggles to find his place in the modern world following the alien attack on New York in “The Avengers.” Clips and trailers for the latest effort from the Marvel universe show plenty of action, but co-directors Anthony and Joe Russo are promising to work in the elements of classic United States-vs.-Russia spy thrillers of the ’70s and ’80s. Robert Redford brings some big-time gravitas to the story as a CIA official working with Cap. HEAVEN IS FOR REAL Based on the best-selling, true story of the four-year old son of a small-town Nebraska pastor who claims to have experienced heaven during emergency surgery, this movie features Greg Kinnear as the boy’s father, who must decide whether or not to share the life-changing story. Thomas Haden Church is also in the cast, which gives hope that this will not end up with more substance and weight that your typical Hallmark or Lifetime network type of movie. TRANSCENDENCE Take the mind of Johnny Depp as a terminally ill scientist, download it into a computer, and you’ve got the plot line for “Transcendence.” Here’s hoping it’s not another “Lawnmower Man,” the wildly uneven Stephen King film from the ’90s with a similar story track. The two are similar in that—as Depp’s character makes the transition from organic to hardware life form—he begins to develop nearly unstoppable power. Morgan Freeman and Kate Mara are along for the ride. © Photos courtesy of Warner Brothers Entertainment, Marvel, Sony Pictures, and Paramount

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Event Spotlight

Calendar Events Sponsored by Resthaven of OKC

by Christiaan Patterson

SPRING BREAK CAMPS Spring is knocking on Old Man Winter’s door, and that means a school break for students. This year the Moore Community Center has cooked up some fantastic spring break camps to keep children learning and active. Whether your child loves playing sports or can’t stop taking old electronics apart, there is a camp sure to promote creativity and skill. Here are the camps coming to town: Basketball Camp. If your child enjoys playing or would like to improve technique, learn offense and defense skills, and have some fun, this is definitely one not to miss. Westmoore men’s basketball coach Scott Hodges will instruct children ages 7 to 16. This camp will run from March 17 to March 19 from 9 a.m. to noon. Fee is $60. Extreme Animal Camp. Does your child love animals? Has he or she always wanted hold a snake or even a hedgehog? Well now is the time! This camp offers hands-on learning experience unlike anything taught in a school classroom. Kids will learn about several different types of animals, both from arts and crafts as well as interaction. Kids ages 7–12 are invited for this weeklong camp running from March 17 to March 21, 9 a.m. to noon. Fee is $100. Mad Science Camp: Jr. Engineers in Action. There is no such thing as boring science, especially with engineering! If your child can’t stop taking apart your alarm clock or building contraptions to help you around the house, then this is the camp for him or her! Jr. Engineers will engage with kids ages 6–11 and teach science in a way that can inspire passion for the sciences. This camp will run from March 17 to March 21 from 9 a.m. to noon. Fee is $99. Abrakadoodle Camp. Spring 2014 brings a different twist to this camp by giving you a morning or afternoon option for two different classes: World ART Camp: This series focuses on art from six Abrakadoodle locations: the United States, Panama, Indonesia, Singapore, China, and Japan. In each class, Abrakadoodle artists will learn more about world artists, culture, and traditions as they explore unique sculptures, create vibrant paintings, learn about ancient ink techniques, and discover rich cultural traditions. This series even includes quirky robots and sleepy dogs!

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The Artsy Crafty WOW Camp: Join Abrakadoodle for this DIY (Do It Yourself ) Craft Camp, where students explore cool, interesting crafts from around the world, develop new craft skills, and get creative juices flowing! Each day artists interact with jam-packed FUN activities like bowl making, weaving, and nature-inspired crafts. This make-itand-take-it camp is a big “WOW” in the world of crafts. This is for grades one through four, and five through eight. Camps begin March 17–March 21, with the first camp from 9 a.m. to noon, and the second 1 to 4 p.m. Fee is $90 for one or $150 for both. Discovery Camp. Building has never been more fun, as this camp introduces kids to bridge construction. Fun times are ahead as they use creativity and artistry to build and paint a bridge. But that isn’t all: A prize will be given to those who can build a well-painted and strong bridge. Open to kids grades three through eight. Camp begins March 17–March 21, from 9 a.m. to noon. Fee is $80. ALL camps will be held at the Moore Community Center, 301 S. Howard Ave. If you want your child to participate, registration is required before the camps begin. Registrations can be done online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun, or drop by the community center.

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SHOP&TASTE BY LAUREN CASONHUA

Grand Junction Clothing Co. 10600 S Pennsylvania Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73170 • 378-8297

Nestled into the Châtenay Square shopping plaza, Grand Junction Clothing is a trendy and sophisticated shop that offers a little something for everyone. With an emphasis on “better business casual,” the store has everything from upscale brand names to more eclectic boutique items and accessories. “I try to keep something for everyone…my mom shops in here, and she’s like 70,” owner Ashley Spann said with a laugh, as she sat in a chair next to a table stacked with jeans. “Some things are more age appropriate for girls in their twenties that ladies in their fifties and sixties aren’t going to wear, but I have other brands for them.” Spann said the store wasn’t always that way, though. When she first opened Grand Junction Clothing in September of 2004, it was a men’s clothing store. “I worked for a men’s retailer for ten years before opening my store,” Spann said. “My background was men’s clothes.” Originally from Ardmore but with family in Moore/ South OKC, Spann said it was hard getting acclimated to the business side of things, but she learned quickly. “It was definitely an adjustment,” she said. “I didn’t have any employees. I just worked it every day by 64 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2014

myself. I hired my first employee in 2005 and she’s still with me,” Spann said. Since then, the store has grown to include both men’s and women’s clothing as well as logo apparel. Spann now has three part-timers, but she still works the store every day. “I take a morning off twice a week to get stuff done,” she said. “But you have to spend time here to make it succeed. I know all the customers that come in the door.” The store carries popular clothing brands like Tommy Bahama, Lucky Brand, and Joe’s Jeans in addition to Brighton Jewelry. Spann said logos for companies have also become a big part of the business. “I have a lot of business owners that come into the store…they notice these brands and they say, ‘Hey, I’ve got a shirt that has a logo on it that’s this brand, can you do that for me?’ It’s good advertising for the company.” Naturally, Spann said her favorite part of the job is helping the customers. “I feel like I’m a stylist. Whenever people come in and try on things and feel good in it, that makes me feel good.” What makes Spann stand out, though, is that she doesn’t hesitate to tell customers when something

doesn’t fit well, and that honesty is what keeps customers coming back. “It has to be right for them and that’s really important to me, to be honest with customers…a lot of people come in and tell me they love that I do that. There’s always another color or fit that will look good.” Spann said her closeness with customers is also what has protected the store from fraud. “I’ve only had two hot checks in ten years. This is a community store and we treat everybody with respect. When you make people feel comfortable, they may think twice about stealing.” After ten years in the business, Spann said the most important thing she’s learned is to be open to different opportunities. “I’m always trying to look for new brands and new things in fashion. I want customers to know that this is a fun place to shop.” Grand Junction Clothing is located at 10600 S. Pennsylvania, Suite 14 in Châtenay Square. You can also visit the store’s website at grandjunctionstyle.com.

SHOP&TASTE BY LUKE SMALL

Dairy Queen 2301 S Telephone Rd, Moore, OK 73160 • 703-4774 I guess you could compare it to discovering a long-lost relative. Or perhaps it is like an old friend visiting town after a long absence. In either case, your absolute joy in seeing this person may actually look muted compared to the response from the metro area to the new Dairy Queen in Moore. Well, I exaggerate, but not much. “Because it’s been gone so long, people have been wanting [a Dairy Queen]. So now, fifteen years later, here we are,” said Sarah Jones, General Manager of the new “grill and chill” place on Telephone Road just south of 19th Street. After it’s New Year’s Eve opening, this old-new Moore staple has not stopped. Think of it as making up for lost time, for as Sarah points out, people have been waiting a long time to get a Blizzard®. And perhaps some of the people are visiting the Dairy Queen for simply that reason. However, there is another more personal reason to stop in for a quick bite.

“Customer service is number one for us. Getting to know our customers and making them a part of our family is a really big deal for us,” Sarah said. If Sarah’s last name looks familiar, it’s because you are probably well aquatinted with her family. The Jones family has garnered a reputation for quality food and customer service at the Schlotzsky’s on 19th Street. Sarah’s dad David now owns both the Schlotzsky’s and the Dairy Queen, but, “there’s a difference in owning a store and actually being in your store and running it,” Sarah said. So the Jones family takes advantage of that difference, owning and operating each store like it is their only one. “It’s not just a restaurant to us. It’s our home. Here it’s the Jones Dairy Queen. It’s not just the Dairy Queen on Telephone Road,” Sarah said. So when you stop in for that addicting sundae or delicious chicken strip basket, you are almost certain to see a member of the Jones family working the line. The family

could easily rest on their laurels, but each day they work really hard to provide the best experience for their guests. “Now that we’ve slowed down a little bit, we can actually get out with our customers and visit, just like we do at Schlotzky’s,” Sarah said. “Slow down” is, of course, a relative term at Dairy Queen. The Jones Family––and it’s extended Moore family––are hoping this relationship doesn’t end any time soon.

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HEALTHY MOORE

Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right by Lisa Baldock, OUHSC Dietetic Intern March is a popular month for many reasons – it is the month that the

• Cinnamon – this spice is warm and cozy and commonly found in

annual NCAA college basketball tournament takes place known as “March

cakes and other baked goods. It is also a great addition to oatmeal, yogurt,

Madness,” it is host to many student and teacher Spring vacations, St.

and fresh fruit such as apples and pears. Cinnamon is a great source of

Patrick’s Day celebrations begin, it’s the first day of Spring, and it also

manganese, calcium, and fiber.

happens to be the chosen one for National Nutrition Month®.

• Cayenne Pepper – a little goes a long way with this hot and zesty spice, making it a great way to add a lot of flavor to almost any dish. It is excelled

National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education and information campaign sponsored annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) that focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.

added to cheese dishes and creamy sauces, soups, and all types of meat. Rich in vitamin A, C, K and B6, manganese and dietary fiber. • Basil – an Italian herb rich in magnesium that is most often used in tomato dishes and red sauces, soups, cooked vegetables and white meats. This herb is flavor packed and should be added at the end of the cooking

The theme for National Nutrition Month® 2014 is, “Enjoy the Taste of

process so it may retain maximum taste.

Eating Right”. According to AND, consumer research confirms that taste

Cooking is the perfect time and place to be creative. Experiment with

tops nutrition as the main reason why one food is purchased over another.

the ingredients you have at hand and don’t be afraid to try new things. You

Many people fear that eating healthy means sacrificing taste; however, this

may happen to surprise yourself and even your taste buds, too!

doesn’t have to be the case. This year’s theme will focus on ways to combine both taste and nutrition in creating healthy meals. A great way to add

For nutritional counseling, Norman Regional Health System offers the

flavor to your every meal is by using a variety of herbs and spices found

guidance of registered dietitians. Those interested can schedule an appointment

hidden in your very own spice cabinet. Not only are these ingredients low

for an assessment with a referral from their family physician.

in calories, but they also have an assortment of health benefits. Here are a few easy ways to incorporate herbs and spices in your upcoming meals: • Parsley – this well-known herb has a fresh, slightly peppery flavor making it great for poultry, seafood, pasta dishes, soups and vegetables. It contains vitamins K, C, and A, and is a great source of folate. • Turmeric – a colorful spice with a peppery, warm and bitter flavor that is often used in curry dishes; however it also pairs well with stir-fried vegetables and rice, meat, and salad dressings. This spice is a good source of manganese, iron and vitamin B6. • Thyme – a timeless herb used in bean, egg and vegetable dishes. This fresh herb blends well with parsley and is rich in vitamin K. • Rosemary – this herb contains a “woody” flavor which compliments a variety of meals such as roasted chicken, pork, and salmon. It is also good with tomatoes, spinach, and mushrooms. This herb is high in iron, calcium and vitamin B6. 66 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2014

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PARTING SHOTS

TFCU RIBBON CUTTING There was a lot of excitement as Tinker Federal Credit Union in Moore celebrated the grand opening of their new building with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Tinkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original building was destroyed in the May 20, 2013 tornado. 68 | MOORE MONTHLY | MARCH 2014

PARTING SHOTS

PLAZA TOWERS/BRIARWOOD BEAM SIGNINGS Teacher, staff and tornado victim’s families had a chance to leave their mark on steel beams that will be used in the construction of the new elementary schools. The beam-signing ceremonies were held in mid-February at each of the school’s construction sites. MARCH 2014 | MOORE MONTHLY | 69

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