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It’s elemental!
Co-Chairmen Sally Nichols-Starling and Peggy Kates test experiments for the Elemental Ball.
First ball benefits Science Museum
Science Museum Oklahoma’s first Elemental Ball benefits the organization’s educational initiatives and mission driven programming.
Co-chaired by Sally Nichols-Starling and Peggy Kates, the event promises a unique and remarkable evening of science, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences.
On Saturday evening, April 13, Elemental Ball is to
transform Science Museum Oklahoma into a dazzling playground where guests can experience themed specialty cocktails, interactive science activities, a chef-curated gourmet dinner and music to
Love family to be honored at Bishop McGuinness gala
By Rose LaneEditor
Three generations of the Love family are to be honored during the Bishop McGuinness 75th Anniversary Gala, set for April 26 at the Omni Hotel. The event kicks off the school’s 75 years of
Excellence in Education Campaign. “The Love family has definitely impacted the Oklahoma City community and Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School,” President and Principal David Morton said. “We are
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dance the night away.
Featured activities include experiments with fire and ice, walking on a runway of broken glass and even daring (or not daring) to
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Timeline is set for super search
By Rose Lane EditorThe Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education has determined a process timeline for the hiring of a new superintendent by mid- to late May.
During a meeting last week, the board completed an activity, facilitated by the Oklahoma School Boards Association to outline the characteristics and qualifications to be used for the process.
“The board had a great conversation about what we think a successful district looks like, what the community is telling us they want and what those leadership characteristics and qualities would look like,” said Paula Lewis, board chairman. “OKCPS is moving in the right direction and our letter grades are coming up on the state report card. Oklahoma City is a great place to be and live; a great place to put your kids.”
Superintendent search process timeline is as follows:
• Application period — through April 12.
• Stakeholder survey— through April 5.
• Stakeholder focus groups — TBD.
• Application review— week of April 15.
• Round 1 interviews —week of April 2.
• Round 2 interviews — week of May 6.
• Hire new superintendent — mid- to late May.
The survey is available at okcps.org/search.. Applications are accepted through Friday, April 12. For more information on the position, visit ossba.org/okc24 .
Four are new members of OCU Societies
Four Oklahoma women were recognized for their service to the community during a luncheon as new members of The Societies of Oklahoma City University.
The 36th annual Awards of Excellence luncheon honored Penny McCaleb, Sherri Lance, Lori Blumenthal and Jacque Fiegel.
“Members of the Societies of Oklahoma City
Paper shares best of the community
By Alex GrayChief Executive Officer American Global Strategies OKC FRIDAY has been an important part of my life for as long as I can remember. As a student at Casady, I fondly remember reading Mr. Gourley’s wise, witty and common sense editorials. After moving to Washington, DC for college, I stayed current with friends and the community in part by reading the latest edition of FRIDAY
Washington, FRIDAY has helped me reconnect and allowed my wife, Rochelle, to feel a part of this warm, welcoming community. And we’ve even seen our son Bennett featured as Baby of the Week! While much has changed in the 50 years since FRIDAY began publishing, the paper’s commitment to sharing the best of our community — the generosity of our citizens, the accomplishments of our students, and the pride we all share in our city and state — has remained undiminished. Here’s to another 50 years of bringing people together and sharing what’s best about Fridayland.
University have a reputation for their tireless and selfless work to improve our community,” said OCU President Ken Evans. “This exceptional group of leaders are role models to our students, and changemakers within our network of alumni and friends. We are proud to work with them and congratulate each on their well-deserved honor.”
About the honorees:
Penny McCaleb, Dulaney-Browne Library Society Award
McCaleb is a regular volunteer in the community and a member of several boards including the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City Philharmonic, the Junior League and the YWCA. She has been honored as a
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FRIDAY’s Dog of the Week
Calvin Klososky-Stegall is a 7-year-old Shiba Inu originally hailing from the Edmond area.
Now settled in the Gatewood neighborhood with his family of Austin Klososky and AJ Stegall, Calvin enjoys dental treats, getting his photo taken by his dad and taking walks to visit his other dad down the road at Oklahoma Children’s Theatre. Calvin’s intelligence and independent spirit leave an impression on every new friend he meets.
Email Dog of the Week, Baby of the Week and Cat of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday.com.
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most appreciative that the Love’s have spearheaded the next era of growth, “75 Years of Excellence in Education” campaign. Alumni Judy McCarthy Love (Class of ’55), Greg Love (Class of ’80) and David Love (Class of ’13) have led the charge to provide the expansion necessary for our growing student population. They and their family members have played a key role in the legacy of the school.”
All proceeds from the Gala will benefit the school’s scholarship program so that students who might not otherwise be able to receive a Catholic school education can do so.
For tickets or sponsorship information, visit bmchs.org/auction or contact the Advancement Department at (405) 842-6638.
Camp marks 37th year of helping kids make friends
Camp Chaverim (Ha-veh-reem) will hold its 37th summer of camp this year! Chaverim means “friends” in Hebrew and that’s what this camp is all about: making friends.
Camp Chaverim provides a special place for all kids, ages 2-15, to share multicultural experiences with each other and celebrate the rich diversity of our community. There are 8 1-week sessions for you to choose from. Camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. from June 3 to July 26. After Care until 6 p.m. is available at an additional cost. Camp fees vary based on your camper’s age group.
Our youngest campers will be in groups of 10 and have the option of 2-day, 3-day or 5-day registration. All their activities will be ageappropriate and closely supervised. The 2-4-year-olds will have a scheduled nap time right after lunch.
Our elementary-age campers will be in groups of 15 campers and will rotate through activities including swim lessons, arts & crafts, the-
ater/drama, music, sports, and many more.
Our oldest campers, ages 13-15 or entering eighth or ninth grade, are our interns. They will focus on team-building activities, mitzvah (good deed) projects and leadership training. After going through this program, many of our interns come back the following year as junior counselors.
They love giving back to the community by helping to provide a similar camp experience that they hold dear to their hearts.
In addition to the daily rotating activities our campers will raise the morning flags with camp songs, announcements and learning a Hebrew word of the day and at the end of the day they’ll lower the flags and sing a few more songs.
Every Friday they’ll end the camp day with Shabbat by lighting candles and enjoying some grape juice and challah.
For more information please visit jfedokc.org or call the Jewish Federation office (405) 848-3132.
Camp Chaverim provides a special place for all kids, ages 2-15, to share multicultural experiences with each other and celebrate the rich diversity of our community.
United Way of Central Oklahoma recognizes board, employee
During United Way of Central Oklahoma’s annual meeting, Chairman Shane Wharton recognized outgoing board members and the board membership nominated and approved incoming officers and new board members.
The following incoming volunteer UWCO officers of the board, board members, trustees and committee chairs were approved:
Officers of the board:
Shane Wharton, Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores, board chairman; Mark Funke, MWF Management LLC, board chairman-elect; Judy Love, Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores, secretary; Lane Neal, Durbin, Larimore & Bialick, P.C., assistant secretary; Rick McCune, Presbyterian Health Foundation, treasurer; and Brad Krieger, community leader, assistant treasurer.
New board members elected to serve a threeyear term:
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Jenny Love Meyer, Love’s Travel Stops; David Williams, ONG; Dr. Gary E. Raskob, OUHSC; Steve Hart, First Fidelity Bank; and Kevin O’Connor, FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center.
New board members elected to serve a twoyear term: Dana Hornbeck, United Way of Logan County Advisory chairman; and Sam Sims, United Way of Canadian County Advisory chairman.
Ex-Officio members elected to serve a oneyear, non-voting term: Kellie Delaney, HP Engineering, Emerging Leaders representative; Brandon Winkler, Ackerman and McQueen, Board Serve representative.
Wharton, UWCO President & CEO Rachel Holt, board
indulge in delicacies of insect gastronomy. This one-of-akind event is designed to ignite curiosity and adventure while supporting an important cause.
“We are excited to launch a new annual fundraising campaign by bringing together our community for an unparalleled
membership and staff expressed their gratitude to the following outgoing board members, trustees and committee chairs for their service to United Way and its Partner Agencies.
Outgoing board members:
Michelle Chapple, Jim English, Jennifer Grigsby, Craig McVay, Matt McGuire, Rick Nagel, Lindy Ritz and Kent Shortridge.
Outgoing trustees:
Jim Gebhart, Rick Lippert and David Rainbolt.
Outgoing committee chairmen:
Heather Scott, Outgoing Community Investment chairman; Ed Martin, Outgoing Nominating chairmen; and Jenee Lister, Outgoing Administration chairman.
Additionally, Whar-
event of chic science, sophistication, and fun," said Sherry Marshall, John E. Kirkpatrick president/CEO. "Guests will have the chance to enjoy incredibly unique experiences and contribute to the vital museum mission to spark curiosity and encourage learning by revealing the wonder and relevance of science." The Elemental Ball is an exclusive event open to atten-
ton announced that Jenee Lister and Jenny Love Meyer accepted the leadership role as United Way’s 2024 Annual Campaign cochairmen.
In the meeting, Holt and the UWCO staff recognized Geoffrey Pritchett, UWCO’s longest-serving employee, as the 2023 Employee of the Year. Staff awarded Pritchett the honor for his steadfast commitment to the nonprofit and community. Pritchett has been employed by UWCO for 42 years.
Promoted at QCB
Jobi Swearengin is promoted to mortgage loan officer. Swearengin joined Quail Creek Bank in 2017 as a client services representative, having worked in bank operations roles for the previous nine years. Swearengin excelled in her role and transitioned to a processor and assistant in the
dees age 21 and older. Tickets are limited and available for purchase, with all proceeds directly supporting Science Museum Oklahoma's education initiatives.
“Join us for an unforgettable evening and be part of shaping the future of education and innovation for all,” Marshall said.
Tickets and more information can be found at sciencemuseumok.org/elemental.
mortgage department after two years. She completed Consumer Lending School at the OBA in 2022, as well as Mortgage Bankers Association, School of Mort-
gage Banking in 20232024. Completion of this nationally recognized school has earned Swearengin the Accredited Mortgage Professional (AMP) credential.
On the calendar
Community
THEATRE
April 914
• CHICAGO
After 25 years, CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmyshake: a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz, with one show stopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you've ever seen. Celebrate its 25th anniversary at the Civic Center Music Hall, Thelma Gaylord Performing Arts Theatre, presented by OKC Broadway. Visit okcciviccenter.com for tickets.
EXHIBITS
June 22 – Sept. 29 •
Edith Head Exhibit
The Oklahoma City Museum of Art (OKCMOA) announces that tickets for its highly anticipated summer exhibition, Edith Head: Hollywood’s Costume Designer, are now available. This exciting retrospective of Oscar®winning costume designer Edith Head (18971981) will feature 70 costumes that offer a comprehensive look at Head's career and were worn by stars such as Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Natalie Wood, and Kim Novak. Exhibit runs
June 22 through Sept. 29, 2024. Tickets are
May 16 • Splendor in the Gardens
Join the Myriad Gardens Foundation for an evening amidst the urban oasis of downtown Oklahoma City at Splendor in the Gardens. This exclusive farmtotable dinner is set to take place on the lush Devon Lawn, with a panoramic view of the city skyline serving as the backdrop. Thursday, May 16, with cocktails at 6 pm, the event will commence in the South Plaza at the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory, followed by a seated dinner that promises to be as delightful. The evening honors the esteemed Jim Loftis, FAIA, for his exceptional architectural contribution to the design of the Crystal Bridge Conservatory in the early 1980s. Funds raised during Splendor in the Gardens will be instrumental in sustaining the garden and its grounds, bolstering the educational programs offered and reaching out further into the community. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit myriadgardens.org/splendor.
available online at okcmoa.com, in person, or by calling the Museum’s main number at (405) 2363100.
ARTS FESTIVAL
April 2528
• Festival of the Arts Festival of the Arts takes place at Bicentennial Park in downtown Oklahoma City from April 25 – 28. The event stretches from Lee Ave east to City Hall and from Colcord north to Couch Drive. Come explore and be part of an OKC tradition. Visit artscouncilokc.com for details.
May 2527
• Paseo Arts Festival
The Paseo Arts Association is gearing up for the 47th Annual Paseo
Arts Festival, taking place May 2527 in the historic Paseo Arts District. The festival is a popular favorite in Oklahoma and brings over 60,000 visitors every year. The event features over 90 artists from across the country, along with delicious food and live entertainment. Anyone interested in volunteering at the festival can apply online. Volunteers have the choice of helping with beverage tents, music stages, the children’s area, festival information, artist hospitality, festival merchandise, parking attendants and recycle rangers. More information for performer applications and volunteering can be found at thepaseo.org/festival.
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Paycom Center Events/Shows:
AJR May 4
Nicki Minaj May 13
Zach Bryan May 17 & 18
Janet Jackson July 26
Olivia Rodrigo July 27
Luke Bryan Aug. 22
Civic Center Music Hall: Chicago The Musical Apr. 914
Harry Potter In Concert Apr. 2627
Bernadette Peters May 34
OKC Ballet Shorts May 1012
Mamma Mia! May 2126
Mary Poppins June 2530
Oklahoma Filmmakers in the News
Oklahoma film prodigy Ella Janes, a senior at Classen School of Advanced Studies at Northeast, has been awarded the Trustees Scholarship to the USC School of Cinematic Arts, the No. 1 ranked film school in the world. Janes is a prolific filmmaker who has created multiple award-winning short films over the past several years that have garnered national attention and established Janes as one of the brightest young voices in film.
Ella Janes made her deadCenter film festival debut in 2020 with Code Red, then followed that film up in 2022 with The First 280 Honest Words of My Life, which earned her the Rising Star Award at the National Film Festival for Talented Youth and Best Experimental Film at The All-American High School Film Festival.
Since then, Janes has attended the film program at the Oklahoma Arts Institute at Quartz Mountain. She has helped start the deadCenter Film Festival teen board and headed up their teen jury for high school films. And, she has launched her own production company, Ur Girlfriends Favorite Films, that offers a wide array of film and video production services in addition to creating their own films.
At the most recent All-American High
School Film Festival, Janes took home Best Editing and Best Music Video. And Janes was recently selected for Oklahoma Academic All-State, one of two students from Oklahoma City to win that distinction.
Ella happens to come from a family of fabulous filmmakers. Her father, Richard Janes, is a director and co-founder and CEO of the Oklahoma Filmmakers Ranch, formerly Green Pastures Studio, and her mother, Amy Janes, is a producer and editor that helps with every aspect of the Oklahoma Filmmakers Ranch. Ella, Amy, and Richard are all very active in promoting and lobbying for the Oklahoma film industry.
University of Oklahoma and Okmulgee High School graduate Chris Freihofer was recently awarded the Casting Society of America’s Artios Award for Best Television Comedy Series for his work doing Location Casting for the Oklahoma filmed series from creator Sterlin Harjo, Reservation Dogs For the award, Freihofer and his crew beat the casting teams from Only Murders in The Building Ted Lasso
Jersey Boys July 914
Cinderella July 30Aug. 4
Tower Theatre: Other Events/Shows/Awards:
Ballet Ball April 6
Heart of Gold `April 6
Redbud Classic April 67
Barry, and Abbott Elementary
Chris Freihofer is the founder and CEO of Oklahoma’s largest and most prolific casting agency, Freihofer Casting, and acting school, The Actor Factory. They are Oklahoma’s go-to casting agency for major projects like Tulsa King, Twisters, and Killers of the Flower Moon. He is also a thriving television and film actor, with roles on Breaking Bad, Prison Break, and Friday Light Nights, and feature films Leaves of Gold, Land of Gold, and the upcoming Reagan. Freihofer has shaped the careers of hundreds of Oklahoma actors and filmmakers and played a key role in the development of the Oklahoma film industry.
Amongst his many accolades, Freihofer was named an Oklahoma Film ICON by the deadCenter Film Festival. This is the second time Freihofer has won an award from the Casting Society of America; he won an Artios in 2021 for Best Feature Film for his Location Casting services on the Oscar-winning film, Minari. The Artios is currently the highest award given for film and television casting. However, the Academy is planning to add casting and possibly stunts as Oscar categories starting in 2025. Congratulations to all of these wonderful Oklahoma filmmakers.
Solar Eclipse Event April 8
Bubbles and Blooms April 12
Angels & Friends April 24
Festival of the Arts April 2528
Splendor In the Gardens May 16
Broadway Bash! June 7
Heroes Ball July 27
OKC Zoo hosts activities for Bird Awareness Day
Birders, nature lovers will delight in learning about the Zoo’s winged wonders with family-friendly activities, caretaker chats and more.
The Oklahoma City Zoo’s annual Animal Awareness Days continue with the next event going to the birds! Fly out to the OKC Zoo for Bird Awareness Day on Saturday, April 6 to learn about our world’s beloved birds and the importance of protecting this vast and vital animal group.
Bird fans will have the opportunity to connect with the OKC Zoo’s experts as they share their knowledge about the many feathered friends that call the Zoo home.
Enjoy interactive education stations, special animal enrichment activities, seeing bird ambassadors up-close, caretaker chats, and more planned from 10 am to 1 pm in the Children’s Zoo and Dan Moran Aviary areas. Guests are encouraged to go all in and wear their best flamingo pink for the celebration. Plus, Zoogoers will receive a free water bottle courtesy of Shape Your Future, a program of TSET, while supplies last. Water bottles will be given away beginning at 10 am as guests enter the park. Bird is the word for the Zoo’s Facebook live caretaker chat at 9 am on Saturday. Learn more here.
All Bird Awareness Day activities are free with regular Zoo admission.
From bobwhite quail to ostrich, OKC Zoo cares for 77 species of birds, approximately 300 individual animals, that are popular highlights of the Children’s Zoo, Oklahoma Trails Aviary, Expedition Africa, Sanctuary Asia, the Sam Moore Gardens, the newly renovated Dan Moran Aviary and other areas throughout the park. However, many of the birds that Zoo guests will encounter have wild counterparts that are in trouble.
Caring about and conserving our world’s birds is necessary for our
environment and all species, including humans. Guests that make a donation to conservation during the Bird Day celebration will receive a voucher good for a free plush bird. It’s a win(g)-win(g)!
Make your bird day visit a memorable one by participating in the Zoo’s feeding experiences with flamingos and lorikeets! Flamingo Mingle is available daily from 9:30 to 10 am and 3:30 to 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays and Explorikeet feedings occur daily. Both experiences take place in the Children’s Zoo and additional fees apply. For additional information, visit okczoo.org.
For Senior Service Day, Charger seniors, from left, Kalen Sirls, Atala Johnson, Anya Birch, Isabella Sund, Debra Covarrubias and Daley Sanders take a break from preparing nearly 7,000 meals at the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma.
Heritage Hall students serve in spirit of Charger Code
In the spirit of The Charger Code (“To Learn with Honor, To Lead with Courage, To Serve with Compassion”), Heritage Hall students across campus served local organizations throughout the community this week.
• The entire senior class ventured to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma for Senior Service Day. After a few hours of organizing and packaging bags of corn, the seniors provided nearly 7,000 meals. The class of 2024 is leading the Upper
School with the true Charger spirit. Senior peer leaders Katerina Chrysant, Chloe Counts and Natalie Beams hosted a bake sale in the Reynolds Common in support of their Passion Project, the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
Proceeds from the sale were donated to
the foundation.
• In the Lower School, the third grade has been working alongside Citizens Caring for Children by hosting a drive to collect shoes and socks for children in foster care.
Earlier in the week, the students toured the warehouse and crafted care packages with handmade notes of positivity to give to the children. Also in the Lower School, Friday, March 29 marked the “Kings Feast” for ECC Students.
• This week’s “Lunch and Learn”
welcomed OU Hall of Fame women’s basketball coach Sherri Coale in honor of Women’s History Month. Coale spoke about her experiences as a female in college sports.
Her anecdotes included stories about leading a team through the COVID-19 season, fighting for Title IX, and coaching strong young women as athletes and as people. Coale is an incredibly driven and passionate woman who left her audience feeling very inspired.
The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians: True Stories of the Magic of Reading
By James Patterson and Matt EversmannThis latest book from James Patterson is coauthored by Matt Eversmann with Chris Mooney, and has something for every reader. Often called the most popular storyteller of our time, Patterson has blended this book of true stories of people who create the magic world of book stores throughout our coun-
try. He also gives fascinating stories of the people who love to read books to develop far-reaching interests in the world. This might sound far from Patterson’s crime and detective thriller background readers might think the sound of some 57 individual entrepreneurs too slow to have much appeal. However, as he states early in the book, “To be a bookseller, you have to play detective.” Readers of Secret Lives will also benefit if they have an interest in children’s books, young people, subjects of ageing, romantic pursuits, business and active life challenges. The book is conveniently presented in five sections, in which each individual chapter contains the actual
address as well as vital information of its strengths and shortcomings of a site. The readers who pass through the doors of these are intrigued by their history and their appeal, and drop in visits from various authors of books add color. The books range from rare editions to current popular publications.
There are descriptions of marketing activities and wonderfully entertaining tales of those who are addicted to reading as well as those who need a fix for an academic assignment.
Absolutely, the Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians, is amazing. Thanks to Full Circle Bookstore for sharing its books with FRIDAY readers.
Discover the evening ambiance of the rainforest at Splendor in the Gardens
Join the Myriad Gardens Foundation for an evening amidst the urban oasis of downtown Oklahoma City at Splendor in the Gardens. This exclusive farm-to-table dinner is set to take place on the lush Devon Lawn, with a panoramic view of the city skyline serving as the backdrop.
Scheduled for Thursday, May 16, with cocktails at 6 pm, the event will commence in the South Plaza at the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory, followed by a seated dinner that promises to be as delightful. This year, the event will offer guests an extraordinary taste of the rainforest, with specially curated food and wines
that celebrate the verdant bounty of nature.
Gail Huneryager, with several years of service on the Myriad Gardens Foundation community board, is set to lead the event as Chair, bringing her extensive experience in fundraising and nonprofit organization collaborations. Her return to the board signifies a commitment to building on the prosperous foundations of the event’s storied history.
The evening honors the esteemed Jim Loftis, FAIA, for his exceptional architectural contribution to the design of the Crystal Bridge Conservatory in the early 1980s. His unwavering dedication to the conservation and beautifi-
cation of the Myriad Gardens remains as vibrant today as when he first laid his visionary touch on the Conservatory's interior.
Funds raised during Splendor in the Gardens will be instrumental in sustaining the garden and its grounds, bolstering the educational programs offered and reaching out further into the community. Experience the splendor for yourself, with tickets available at $200 each. For those interested in making a more substantial contribution by becoming a sponsor, or for additional information about the magical night to come, please reach out to Marlo Turner,
Costumes from Hollywood’s Golden Age will fill OKCMOA’s third-floor galleries
The Oklahoma City Museum of Art (OKCMOA) today announced that tickets for its highly anticipated summer exhibition, Edith Head: Hollywood’s Costume Designer, are now available. Organized by OKCMOA and presented by The Ann Lacy Foundation, this exciting retrospective of Oscar®-winning costume designer Edith Head (1897-1981) will feature 70 costumes that offer a comprehensive look at Head's career and were worn by stars such as Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Natalie Wood, and Kim Novak. Exhibit runs June 22 through Sept. 29, 2024.
“This exhibition will bring to life the Golden Age of Hollywood and
mturner@myriadgardens.org or (405) 7749922.
Do not miss the chance to be mesmerized by the tapestry of
some of our favorite films,” said OKCMOA President and CEO Michael Anderson, PhD. “Visitors will experience a fascinating blend of art, history and pop culture all through the lens of costume design.”
Edith Head: Hollywood’s Costume Designer will fill the Museum’s third-floor galleries, where costumes, sketches and two screening areas will showcase Head’s life and work. The exhibition will include sections displaying a variety of costume styles, such as formal gowns,
flavors, sights and sounds on this unforgettable night. Book your seat and contribute to fostering one of Oklahoma City's
musical performance costumes and historical costumes. Visitors will also learn more about her working relationship with director Alfred Hitchcock, her life outside of her career and her process. Tickets are available online at okcmoa.com, in person, or by calling the Museum’s main number at (405) 2363100.
most treasured landmarks.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit myriadgardens.org/splendor.
TRACK ROUNDUP
Charger girls capture Jack Hays Invitational
51.41 seconds.
Keyed by three individual gold medalists, the Heritage Hall girls finished first and the boys were second at the Jack Hays Invitational last week in Pauls Valley.
Yohanna Bell captured a gold medal in the 200 meters and a silver in the 400 meters to lead the Charger girls. Bell eclipsed the field by just over a tenth-second in the 100 with a winning time of 26.75 seconds and was a second off the pace in the 400 in 1:02.45. She also took sxith in the 100.
Meanwhile, Blalock secured the 1600-meter title with a 12-second win in 4:46.96.
Demarion Dean and Will Blalock earned gold medals for the Charger boys. Dean won the 800 meters by 5 seconds in 2:00.20 and was second in the 400 meters in
In addition, the Charger boys won the 3200-meter relay in 8:32.86 and were second in both the 400 and 1600 relays.
The Charger girls took second in the 800, 1600 and 3200 relays, while coming in third in the 400 relay. Several other Heritage Hall athletes finished in the top 5.
Jordyn Harris finshed a tenth-second from gold to settle for second in the 100 meters and Finn Martin took silver in the 3200.
Addy Washington grabbed second in the 100 hurdles and long jump, while Zeffie Ellenberg was runnerup in the high jump as was Zavier Freeman in the discus.
Ellenberg also finished third in the 3200 meters, along with Sloane Travis in the
PC North’s Jonnas Stinson-Powers competes in the 300-meter hurdles at the Mustang Bronco Invitational. Stinson-Powers finished fourth in the event.
1600 and Neveah Johnson in the 400.
Harding Prep’s Rachel Carr placed in thre events, including second in both the 300 hurdles and pole vault and sixth in the long jump for the Eagles.
PANTHERS SHOW WELL AT MUSTANG
Keyed by 10 different athletes in the top 10, both PC North sqauds showed well at the Mustang Bronco Invitattional.
Maddison Keeton
earned a silver medal in the 100 hurdles to lead the Panthers.
Keeton finished just 1 1/2 seconds off the pace in 16.99 seconds and also tied for fourth in the high jump.
Toni Ibarra and Bobby Cunningham collected third-place finishes in the 400 meters.
Jonnas Stinson-Powers finished fourth in the 300 hurdles and sixth in the 110 hurdles.
Dkarin Johnson and Jackie Tonkumoh grabbed fifth place in
GOLF ROUNDUP
the high jump and shot put, respectively.
BEARS WIN GOLD AT OKMULGEE
Three John Marshall athletes earned gold medals at Okmulgee.
Chloe Threatt and James Allen continued their dominaton of the 100 meters, as Threatt won in 12.32 seconds and Allen posted 11.18 seconds for the Bears.
Terrance Crawford also won the shot put.
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Irish girls win Guthrie tourney
With three players in the top 10, the McGuinness girls golf team captured the Guthrie Lady Jays Invitational title last week.
Allie Justiz fired a 75 at Aqua Canyon Golf Course to take the individual title, and Abbie Justiz was a shot back at 76 in second place for the Irish.
Teammate Grace McDaniel shot 93 for ninth place.
KNIGHTS 1ST AT MAXWELL
Placing all five players in the top 25, the Crossings Christian boys collected the Maxwell Invitational championship.
William Bishop carded a 70 at Buffalo Rock Golf Club in Cushing for the individual title.
Harrison Mills finished sixth with a 74, and Patrick Coulter came in two shots back in a tie for 10th.
PANTHERS 3RD AT CONFERENCE
Both PC North squads placed third at the Big 7 Conference tournament. Graham Hardison received firstteam All-Conference honors for the Panthers, as Jason Frantz and Harper Phillips made the second team. Shelby Ellis and Erika Quach were named to the second team.
CHARGER GIRLS 4TH AT LINCOLN
The Heritage Hall girls took fourth at Lincoln Park last week. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
SOCCER ROUNDUP
Chargers shut out Cache
Jumping out to an early lead, the Heritage Hall boys soccer team cruised to a 9-0 victory against Cache in last week’s action.
Caysen Argo netted 5 goals to lead the Chargers (4-0), while Tucker Austin scored three times and Alex Alspaugh also put a shot in the back of the net.
The Charger girls (40), meanwhile, stayed undefeated with a 2-0 win over Cache.
Both squads host Ardmore this Tuesday and visit Bethany on Thursday.
CYCLONES DOWN
KINGFISHER
Casady continued its strong start to the 2024 season with a 6-1 victory at Kingfisher.
Jackson Zielinski and Eduardo Parra led the way with 2 goals each with two others from Quincy Cole-Stevens and Suleiman Mansoor for the Cyclones (7-0).
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OCS.
Both squads travel west to Weatherford this Tuesday.
OTHER RESULTS
ROCKET GIRLS TOP CLASSEN SAS
The Mount St. Mary girls got above the .500 mark with an 8-0 triumph over Classen SAS last week.
Georgia Ahlert notched a hat trick with 3 goals and Michaela Carey added 2 goals and an assist for the Rockets (3-2).
The Rocket boys (14) suffered a 4-1 loss to the Comets.
Mount St. Mary entertains Kingfisher this Monday and travel to Alva on Tuesday.
OCS TOO MUCH FOR EAGLES
Both Harding Charter Prep squads endured a doubleheader loss at Oklahoma Christian (OCS) on Thursday.
Giovanni Valero scored a goal on a pass from Julio Ponce for the Eagles (3-3) in a 3-1 setback against the Saints. The Eagle girls (2-5) suffered a 6-0 defeat to
The Cyclone girls (61) also cruised to a 10-0 win over the Yellowjackets. Casady travels to Community Christian this Tuesday and hosts Dove Science on Wednesday.
Knights topple Bristow: Both Crossings Christian squads made the most of a busy week. The Knight boys (5-0) cruised to a 2-0 shutout win against Bristow and a 7-0 triumph at Pathways. The girls (4-1) also posted a 4-1 decision over Bristow and a 10-0 victory at Pathways. They host Crooked Oak this Tuesday and John Marshall on Thursday.
Irish sweep Capitol Hill: Both McGuinness squads captured wins against Capitol Hill last week. The Irish boys (21) prevailed 2-1 over the Redwolves, while the Irish girls (2-2) cruised to an 8-0 triumph. They visit Edmond Santa Fe this Tuesday. Antlers run over Piedmont: Deer Creek cruised to a pair of shutouts at Piedmont. The Antler boys (2-5) won 2-0 over the Wildcats and the girls (2-2) escaped with a 1-0 decision.
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Rockets run over Kellyville
Mount St. Mary’s offense busted out with 17 hits and 14 runs over the first three innings on the way to a 16-2 win at Kellyville last week.
Maddox Stanley and Will Grayson recorded four hits each, as Stanley doubled and scored four times and Grayson drove in three runs for the Rockets (8-5).
Jason Joseph went 3for-4 with a double and three RBIs and Cord Grown had two hits, including a double.
Pitcher Parker Hayes allowed two runs on four hits and struck out six over four innings in the victory.
Mount St. Mary hosts Chandler on Monday and visits the Lions on Tuesday.
CHARGERS SHUT OUT GUTHRIE
Jumping to an early lead, Heritage Hall cruised to an 8-0 triumph at Guthrie last Thursday.
Julius Ejike-Charles enjoyed a big day,
going 3-for-4 with a solo home run on the first at-bat of the game, an RBI double and scored four times for the Chargers (11-1).
Brody Offel collected a pair of hits, including a solo home run in the fifth inning.
Pitcher Ben Thomas struck out four and allowed one hit in three innings for the win.
Heritage Hall visits
North Rock Creek this Saturday at noon before hosting Casady on Monday.
KNIGHTS GET PAST CHISHOLM
Crossings Christian broke open a tie game with a run in the sixth and seventh innings to pull off a 3-1 win at Chisholm last Tuesday.
Cole Taylor collected a pair of singles, and Zath Carter blasted an RBI double to lead the Knights (10-3). Alex Foraker also drove in a run and Will Martin scored another.
Pitcher Kade Weinstroer recorded eight strikeouts and allowed just a run on two hits for the complete-game victory.
Crossings plays this weekend in Tulsa at the
Victory Christian tournament and visits OCS on Monday.
ANTLERS TAKE DOWN JENKS
Erupting for 12 hits, Deer Creek plated four runs in the top of the fifth inning to pull away for an 8-5 victory at Jenks on Friday.
Connor Atkinson went 3-for-3 with an RBI double and scored twice for the Antlers (710). Jake Ervin and Ashton Hartwig collected two hits each, as Ervin scored a run and Hartwig drove in two more.
Pitcher Grant Richards allowed two runs on a hit and struck out two over 2 2/3 innings for the win.
This Friday, Deer Creek faces Mustang and Tulsa Union at Enid and hosts Northwest Classen in a doubleheader on Monday.
WOODWARD TOPS CYCLONES
Hampered by three errors, Casady fell behind early and never recovered in a 17-7 loss to Woodward.
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TENNIS ROUNDUP | CHARGERS 2ND AT TOURNEY OF CHAMPS; ANTLERS TOP CYCLONES
Irish boys net Crossings Gauntlet title
Grabbing fourth place or better in all four divisions, the McGuinness boys tennis team captured the Crossings Gauntlet tournament in last week’s action.
T.J. Shanahan cruised to a straight set win in the championship match to earn the No. 1 singles title.
Julien Vann finished second in No. 2 singles after a
loss in the title match.
The No. 1 doubles team of Carl Amaya and Noah Dell’Osso placed third, while Joseph Dickerson and Hunter Hayes teamed up for fourth in No. 2 doubles.
Paige Griffith led the Irish girls with a straight sets victory to claim first in No. 2 singles.
Chelsea Le and Kate Thomas finished fifth in No. 2 doubles for the Irish.
Juli Abbott settled for seventh in No. 1 singles, as did Lauren Potter and Jenny Do in No. 1 doubles.
CHARGERS TAKE 2ND AT TOURNEY OF CHAMPS
Thanks to titles in two doubles divisions, the Heritage Hall boys finished second and the girls were third at the Tournament of Champions last week.
Gray Ferguson and Emerson Ritenour won the No. 1 doubles title to lead the host Charger boys.
Tokara Henderson and Ellie Nasr also grabbed a championship in No. 1 doulbles for the girls.
Duke Brim and Praneel Gottipati teamed up for second in No. 2 doubles, while Charlie Zeiders placed third in No. 1 singles.
Jasmine Craine took third in No. 1 singles for the Heritage Hall girls. Avery Shouse came in fifth in No. 2 singles, and the No. 2 doubles team of Elin Johnston and Ainsley Trice were sixth.
ANTLERS TOP CYCLONES IN DUAL
In a battle of Fridayland teams, the Deer Creek boys
came away with a 3-1 dual win over Casady.
Milin Kumar posted a 6-4, 6-4 victory over Deer Creek’s Nate Woody for the Cyclones’ only victory in No. 2 singles.
Evan Ivester topped Thomas Rudnicki in No. 1 singles.
In No. 1 doubles, Deer Creek’s Chang/Williams outlasted Thatcher Wallis and Warner Hayhurst.
Casady’s Ali Rizvi and David Ruffin lost to the Antlers’ Phelps/Rollins in No. 2 doubles.
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To the Editor:
Taiwan’s general elections on Jan. 13, 2024, demonstrated to the world that the Taiwanese people unequivocally support their free and democratic way of life. Taiwan received felicitations from allies and friends around the world after the elections, but the response from Taiwan’s nearest neighbor was decid-
edly less warm and poses serious consequences for the AsiaPacific region.
Peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific and aviation safety in the Taiwan Strait are “up in the air” after, without prior consultation with Taiwan and in violation of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regulations, China unilaterally altered flight routes M503, W122,
and W123 on Jan. 30.
The route adjustments will bring Chinese flights close to the median line of the Taiwan Strait and the Taipei Flight Information Region, through which Taiwan oversees more than 1.5 million flights per year.
Though China is no stranger to using aviation as a means of applying authoritarian pressure –incursions by Chinese
military aircraft into Taiwan’s Air Defense Identification Zone are already too common an intimidation tactic – the aforementioned flight routes raise critical concerns for international civil aviation safety, which should not and must not be used as a provocative tool or threat to the peace, stability and prosperity of the region. This one-sided decision to alter inter-
national flight routes and the repeated refusal to engage in discussion with Taiwan on this matter evince China’s contemptuous disregard for our rules-based international order. The international community should shut down this bad faith behavior by staunchly supporting Taiwan’s meaningful participation in ICAO and other international organizations and
encouraging China to meet Taiwan’s call for dialogue so that a peace-preserving consensus can be forged for the good of the Asia-Pacific and all the world.
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“Ladies in the News” sponsored by Oklahoma Hospitality, the Lee B. Brawner Literary Voices Award, and was the Panhellenic Kappa Alpha Theta of the Year in 2023.
McCaleb formerly taught high school English after earning an undergrad and graduate degree in the subject. She was appointed to the Oklahoma County Metropolitan Library Commission, serving as chair for eight years during the planning and completion of the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library. She serves as liaison to the Library Endowment Trust and has chaired its Literary Voices fundraiser.
Sherri Lance, Kirkpatrick-Petree Music and Performing Arts Society Award
Lance has been recognized as a distinguished professional in the gaming and corporate sectors. Her list of volunteer service has included the United Way of Central Oklahoma, for which she was chairman of the board 2021-2023 and is currently chairman of its Strategic Growth Committee.
She played a pivotal role in the Oklahoma Association on Problem Gambling and Gaming, serving as president, treasurer and secretary on the board. She also serves on the INTEGRIS Health System board, specifically focused on the safety, quality, strategy and investment committees at the state’s largest health care system. She teaches Sunday school at her church, Central Church Fellowship of Believers in Sulphur, Oklahoma.
Lori Blumenthal, Norick-Hulsey
OKC FRIDAY Publisher Vicki Gourley with hostess Edie Roodman. Vicki and her late husband Leland lived in Edie’s condo earlier in the 2000s.
Gallery Society Award
Blumenthal joined the Junior League in 1993, a year after moving to Oklahoma City, becoming active in many community placements including chair of the annual Mistletoe Market and serving on the executive committee. She developed a passion for helping at-risk youth, becoming a CASA Advocate where she became a champion for the individualized best interests of children in foster care. During her 20-year career with CASA, she has served 15 sibling sets totaling 58 children.
She also became a founding member of the Citizens for Children and Families, which spearheaded new initiatives improving outcomes for children in foster care.
Blumenthal was honored by the National CASA Association as the 2016 Board Member of the Year and received the Shirley Shanker Volunteer Award from the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofit VISIONS 2020. She served as president of the Jewish Federation of Greater Oklahoma City
from 2015-2019.
Jacque Fiegel, Oklahoma City University Distinguished Philanthropist Award
Fiegel serves as chair of the Central Oklahoma Area for Prosperity Bank. Her banking career spans 47 years.
A graduate of Leadership OKC, she also serves as a member of the board for Jack Henry & Associates, a technology provider serving community and regional financial institutions. She has previously served on the Oklahoma City Branch Board of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and as a board member of the Oklahoma Banker’s Association. She is a past president of the Economic Club of Oklahoma. She was recognized as one of the U.S. Banker 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking and was twice named as one of the 25 Women to Watch.
Fiegel’s non-profit experience includes serving as board chair of the YWCA of Oklahoma City, former cochair of the American Heart Association’s Oklahoma City Go Red for Women and as a former board member of Canterbury Choral Society. She is currently a member of the Finance Advisory Group for the Alpha Phi Foundation.
Fiegel was a recipient of the Oklahoma City University Servant Leader Award, Alpha Phi Panhellenic Woman of the Year and Journal Record Circle of Excellence as part of the Woman of the Year’s 50 Making A Difference. She is a recipient of the Pilot Award by Oklahoma Business Ethics for ethical leadership and received recognition from Alpha Phi International for excellence and success in her business field.
At Left: Sherri Lance, Kirkpatrick-Petree Music and Performing Arts Society Award winner, center, with former honoree Kathy Williams and her husband, Bill. At right: Former honoree Hilarie Blaney with Jacque Fiegel, who was recognized with the Oklahoma City University Distinguished Philanthropist Award.
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