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Thunderbird Films
by okcfriday
Fundraisers
May 11 • Cornhole Tournament
Cristo Rey Catholic High School will have its inaugural cornhole tournament, Battle of the Bags, May 11 from 1 – 5 pm at Camp Trivera, 2508 NE 50th St. There will be games, prizes, drinks and snacks. Register at cristoreyokc.org.
Concerts
May 13 • Clara Luper
Centennial
Karen Slack, soprano, will be a featured soloist in a world premiere performance commemorating the 100th anniversary of the birth of Clara Luper, the Oklahoma civil rights activist known as a leader in nonviolent protests in the late 1950s. Composer Hannibal Lokumbe has captured her legacy in Trials, Tears, Transcendence: The Journey of Clara Luper—which Karen will now bring to life alongside the Oklahoma City Philharmonic. The performance is at 9 pm at the Civic Center.
Ballet
May 57 • Iconic Ballets
Oklahoma City Ballet will conclude their Civic Center season May 57, with Shorts, featuring the works by three of the 20th century’s most iconic choreographers. Shorts will include George
May 11, 18 and June 8, 15 • Sip and Stroll
Plan your Thursday nights around spectacular sunsets, cool cocktails and wondrous wildlife with the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden’s fourth annual, adultonly evening event series, Sip and Stroll. Presented by COOP Ale Works, Sip and Stroll occurs Thursdays, May 11, May 18, June 8 and June 15, from 6 to 10 p.m. nightly. The Zoo also has specially scheduled entertainment for each Sip and Stroll night including karaoke on May 11 and June 8. Each night, guests can learn all different styles of dance from around the world with Latin Fusion on May 11, Vietnamese Lion Dancers on May 18 and African drummers and dancers on June 8 each with a performance at the end of the night. Event admission to Sip and Stroll is $22/person for nonmembers or $17/person for ZOOfriends members and online reservations are required. Sip and Stroll is an event with a purpose and for every ticket purchased, $2 will be donated to the Zoo’s conservation partners around the world. Drink Passports will be available for purchase for an additional $25 per person, allowing pass holders to enjoy a 3 oz. sample of the specialty cocktails featured at the five bars located throughout the Zoo. Drinks will also be available a la carte. Additional beverages and food will be available for purchase from Zoo restaurants and local food trucks. To purchase tickets or learn more visit okczoo.org/sipandstroll.
Balanchine’s Western Symphony; Gerald Arpino’s Birthday Vari‐ations; and Twyla Tharp’s The Golden Section. Single tickets to Shorts start at $35 and are available now through Oklahoma City Ballet and Civic Center Box offices. They are also available online at okcballet.org.
This Weekend
April 2830 •
Casting Call Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation is proud to produce another Broadway hit “God spell,” a musical by JohnMichael Tebelak. An opening casting call will be held April 2829 at the Taylor Recreation Center, 1115 SW 70th St. Audition times are Friday, 710 pm, and Saturday, 10 am 2 pm. Performers must be 18 or older to audition. Register for an audition time slot at okc.gov/performingarts. Callbacks will be held Sunday, April 30. Actors should only sign up for one day of auditions. Performers need to bring a headshot that’s attached to a theatrical resume.
Send calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com
Paycom Center Events/Shows:
The Kid LAROI Apr. 30
Brooks & Dunn May 5
Thomas Rhett Aug. 17
PBR Freedom Fest Sept. 810
Jelly Roll Sept. 19
Koe Wetzel Sept. 30
ODESZA Oct. 12
On Saturday, May 13, letter carriers across central and western Oklahoma will collect nonperishable food donations from homes on their routes as part of the 31st National Association of Letter Carriers' Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.
Oklahoma residents will receive plastic donation bags in their mailbox the week of May 8. On May 13, residents are encouraged to fill the bag, or any plastic bag, with nonperishable food and leave it by their mailbox before their letter carrier arrives.
“The Stamp Out Food Hunger
Jason Aldean Oct. 13
Zoo Amphitheatre: Kattfest May 12 Weezer June 10
Matchbox Twenty 2023 June 21
Young the Giant June 30
Sam Hunt Aug. 5 Incubus Aug. 20
Drive is incredible in its ability to engage Oklahomans right at their mailbox,” said Stacy Dykstra, chief executive officer of the Regional Food Bank. “The Regional Food Bank is excited to once again work with the NALC and the U.S. Postal Service to make the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive a success and provide thousands of meals to our neighbors in central and western Oklahoma.”
All nonperishable items are welcomed. Recommended items include peanut butter, canned tuna and chicken, canned fruits, pasta and canned sauce, soup and
Lastweek, a local movie producer and celebrated actor was given the rare distinction of being a clue on the television game show Jeopardy The clue was: Born in Moore, Oklahoma in 1981, Randy Wayne starred as Bo’s cousin Luke in the 2007 TV Movie Titled ______: The Beginning. The answer was The Dukes of Hazzard. The mention was a fun flashback for Wayne, who now spends as much time working behind the camera to produce movies here in Oklahoma as he does appearing on screen.
Randy Wayne is an Emmy-nominated actor who graduated from Moore High School, moved to Hollywood after college, and starred in more than 100 feature films and television series. During his 18 years in Los Angeles, he rose from television guest star to series regular to lead actor in multiple series and movies. Now that Wayne is based in Oklahoma, he has stayed in demand as an actor, with six films coming out later this year, including the presidential biopic, Reagan Wayne is also a multi-faceted producer, providing a wide variety of services for independent feature films. He has produced 27 films, including Road to the Open, Trust Me, and the Oklahoma made Rudderless, directed by William H. Macy
Wayne moved back to Oklahoma in 2019 with his producing partner Talia Bella to launch Thunderbird Films. Their goal was to combine their experiences working in Los Angeles and create a production company that supports filmmakers coming to Oklahoma to film. They also wanted to provide a bridge between actors and crew members working in Oklahoma and visiting productions. Since then, they have gotten married, had a child, and produced several movies each year in both Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
Talia Bella was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and studied media and communications at the University of Buenos Aires. Bella has produced more than 100 commercials, music videos, short films, and features. She also
All American Rejects Oct. 14
Civic Center Music Hall:
Black Panther in Concert Apr. 2829
Clara Luper Centennial May 13
Tim Allen May 19
Madagascar The Musical June 67
La Boheme June 2324
The Sound of Music June 27July 2 stew. Healthy food options are also needed, such as whole grain and low-sodium.
Financial donations are also accepted. Text “Food” to 501-501 to make a $10 donation. Every $1 donated helps to provide four meals to Oklahomans living with hunger.
Since 1992, the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has raised more than 12 million pounds of food and over $9.9 million dollars to fight hunger in Oklahoma.
The Stamp Out Hunger Food drive is sponsored by Marathon Oil, American Fidelity, Express produced several television series, including the Emmy-nominated series Making a Scene with James Franco, Season 2
Since starting Thunderbird Films, Wayne and Bella have produced twelve feature films together. Their first was the independent hit Wild Indian, starring Jesse Eisenberg, which was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance and picked up four Independent Spirit Award nominations. Since then, they have become one of the most trusted producing teams in Oklahoma. They have produced several films for the Lifetime network. And, their holiday hit, A Christmas Present, helped launch the new Great American Network I recently sat on a film producing panel with Talia Bella at the University of Oklahoma. She told the story of how she and Randy moved here to create Thunderbird Films and become a part of the Oklahoma film industry. It was magical to hear how positive and fruitful their experience has been. And, it was the perfect message to inspire those great college students to stay here and make their movies in Oklahoma.
The Prom July 1116 Ain’t Misbehavin’ July 2530 Other Events/Shows/Awards:
Festival Apr. 2530
Angels & Friends Apr. 27 Memorial Marathon Apr. 2830
Employment Professionals, Aldi, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma, OGE Energy Corp., Lamar Outdoor, 405 Direct, AFLCIO, CVS-Health, Jake FM, Kellogg’s, KMGL Magic 104.1 FM, KOMA 92.5, La Zeta 106.7, Malarkey Roofing, NALC, USPS, National Sponsors, NRLCA, The Journal Record, The Oklahoman, Tyler Media, Tyler Outdoor, UFCW, Valassis and Valpak.
For more information about the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, visit rfbo.org/stamp-out-hunger or contact Whitney Atteberry at watteberry@rfbo.org.
BLUE Week: Once a Cyclone, always a Cyclone
For the past couple of years, Casady Student Council has organized and executed a philanthropy week called BLUE Week. BLUE Week serves to raise awareness and funds for a benefactor that the council votes on and announces to the school. This year, BLUE Week included pep rallies, food trucks, basketball and dodgeball tournaments, and even dares. All of these activities raised money for an important person: Steph Okenge ’22.
Okenge is a Class of 2022 graduate, and dur-
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ing his time at Casady, he was a starting basketball player and had his hopes set for playing on the collegiate level. However, in a tragic car accident, Steph was left with severe injuries and was diagnosed with quadriplegia right before his basketball season began.
This news spread
Created in 2010, the Guardian Award recognizes Oklahoma legislative, executive, and judicial officials who have made significant contributions to guarding, protecting, and preserving the rights of women and families.
Elected in 2015 and re-elected in 2016 to House District 85, Representative Munson, is the first AsianAmerican woman elected to the Oklahoma Legislature. Munson has concentrated on legislative efforts to provide equal pay for equal work, strengthen the rights of survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, assist Oklahoma men and women veterans, and help Okla- quickly through the Casady Community, and Student Council decided to name him as our one and only benefactor to receive all donations for his medical expenses and other challenges his family would face.
As the BLUE Week chair, I understood that this year would be different from the previous fundraisers because it would directly affect someone who many Upper Division students knew, cheered on, and were even friends with.
The statement “Once a Cyclone, always a Cyclone” was a great representation of why we wanted to support him, and what it means to be an active member of the Casady Community. Even though BLUE Week is a fun week of activities, the magnitude of students, faculty, and sponsors giving to the cause shows commitment and the call to serve with compassion, empathy, and integrity. homans who suffer from Alzheimer’s and dementia health issues. Currently she serves as Minority Leader of the Oklahoma House of Representatives.
The end of BLUE Week comes with a record-breaking year of fundraising, but also with the spirit of improving the welfare of others that I hope will remain for years to come.
The Commission’s Lifetime Achievement Award was created for the purpose to recognize Commissioners or former Commissioners who have or has done exceptional work promoting the mission and vison of the Commission.
As an active community and philanthropic leader in Oklahoma and across the country, Lou Kerr is president and chairman of The Kerr Foundation, Inc. She founded the Annual Women’s Business Leadership Conference with Oklahoma State University that celebrated its 30th year in bringing strong, forward-thinking women from to speak to Oklahoma women. Kerr has been member of the Oklahoma Commission on the Status of Women for many years, serving as a Commissioner and an Advisory Council member. In 2013, she was inducted into the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame.
Munson and Kerr are to be recognized and presented the awards at the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony tonight at the Omni Hotel located at 100 Oklahoma City Blvd.
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 14, 2023; Friday, April 21, 2023;
Friday, April 28, 2023)
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2022-3153
IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF:
Deborah Jean Witt,) Petitioner,) and) Michael Anthony Witt,) Respondent.)
NOTICE BY PUBLICATION
THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA:
TO THE ABOVE NAMED
Respondent: Michael Anthony Witt GREETINGS:
You will take notice that you have been sued in the above names Court by the above petitioner, for a Dissolution of Marriage on the grounds of incompatibility and that unless you answer the petition filed by the petitioner in said Court on or before the 13 day of May, 2023, said Petition will be taken as true and judgement granting to the petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the marriage contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof.
WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 17 day of January, 2023.
/s/Deborah Jean Witt Petitioner
SUBSCRIBER AND SWORN to before me this 4th day of October, 2022.
Notary: /s/Bernardo Moreno (SEAL)
My commission expires: 11/09/2026
Commission Number: 22015166
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 14, 2023; Friday, April 21, 2023; Friday, April 28, 2023)
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
FD-2021-2523
IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF:
ANTONIO HAWTHORNE,) Petitioner,) and) ELIZABETH HAWTHORNE,) Respondent.)
SUMMONS
To the above-named Respondent:
ELIZABETH HAWTHORNE
You have been sued in the abovenamed Petitioner, and you are directed to file a written answer to the attached Petition in the Court at the above address within 20 (twenty) days after service of this Summons upon you, exclusive of the day of service. Within the same time, a copy of your answer must be delivered or mailed to the attorney for the Petitioner. Unless you answer the Petition within the time stated, judgement will be rendered against you with costs of the action.
Issued this 17 day of August, 2021. COURT CLERK
By: /s/illegible signature
DEPUTY COURT CLERK (SEAL)
REDMOND P. KEMETHER, OBA No. 10872 500 North Walker Suite I OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73102 (405) 235-7639 Office (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 14, 2023; Friday, April 21, 2023; Friday, April 28, 2023)
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
Case No. FD-2023-763
In Re the Marriage of: ) Ndeye M. Paye) Petitioner,) -and-) Kollin J. Bruner,) Respondent.)
NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO:
Probate
WILL, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, DEVISEES AND LEGATEES AND TERMINATION OF JOINT TENANCY Notice is hereby given to all persons interested in the Estate of CAROL JEAN TITUS, Deceased, that on the 21 of April, 2023, there was produced and filed in the District Court of Oklahoma County, State of Oklahoma, and instrument purporting to be the Will of CAROL JEAN TITUS, a/k/a CAROL J. TITUS, deceased, dated July 25, 2007, and there was also filed in the Court the Petition of RANDY TITUS praying that the Will be admitted to probate, Letters Testamentary issued to RANDY TITUS as Personal Representative of the to whom the Estate will be distributed. Dated this 21st day of April 2023.
Thomas C. Riesen Judge of the District Court
Approved as to form: /s/Alvin R. Wright OBA #9902
LAW OFFICE OF ALVIN R. WRIGHT, LLC 1504 Copper Rock Drive Edmond, Oklahoma 73025 Ph.: (405) 826-0840 Email: arw@arwright.com ATTORNEYs FOR PETITIONER
Name Change
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 28, 2023)
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2023-913
In the Matter of the Application ) of Thuan Ngoc Ta ) as next of friend of (child) ) Khang Tuan Ta ) to Change Her/His Name ) NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Thuan Ngoc Ta, as next of friend of Khang Tuan Ta has filed in the above court a Petition to have minor child’s name changed as follows: From (a) Khang Tuan Ta to (b) Nick Khang Ta; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Dishman of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 12 day of May, 2023 at 3:30 o’clock p.m.; and that any person may file a written protest in the case, prior to the date set for hearing.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/ Jamie Houston Deputy CLERK/BAILIFF OF THE DISTRICT COURT
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 28, 2023)
Bocc Minutes And Proceedings
pending investigation claim or action in Vaquero 59th Partners LP v. City of Oklahoma City et al CV-2023-632 and where on advice of its attorney the board has determined that disclosure will seriously impair the ability of the public body to process the claim or conduct a pending investigation litigation or proceeding in the public interest. Return from executive session 1009 Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Action regarding in confidential communications between the public body and its attorney concerning a pending investigation claim or action in Spray v. BOCC et al CIV-2020-1252 and where on advice of its attorney the board has determined that disclosure will seriously impair the ability of the public body to process the claim or conduct a pending investigation litigation or proceeding in the public interest. 1010 Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Action regarding in confidential communications between the public body and its attorney concerning a pending investigation claim or action in Vaquero 59th Partners LP v. City of Oklahoma City et al CV-2023-632 and where on advice of its attorney the board has determined that disclosure will seriously impair the ability of the public body to process the claim or conduct a pending investigation litigation or proceeding in the public interest. Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Citizen Participation: “Citizens may address the Board during open meetings under the agenda item “Citizen’s Participation.” however the Board cannot discuss take action or make any decisions on matters not on the current agenda. Please fill out a “Citizen’s Participation” request form provided by the County Clerk’s office or complete the fillable form that will be provided by PublicComment@oklahomacounty.org and submit via email or hand the form to the recording secretary prior to the meeting. Kelly Work Mena Samara Jerrod Bradford Tracey Tarren Tim Kennemer Patricia Mueller JT Langston Brandy Langston Adjourn 1010 Blumert moved Davidson seconded to adjourn at 10:10 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: effective upon signature of both parties and shall terminate on June 30 2023. Requested by Carrie Blumert Commissioner District No. 1 and approved as to form and legality by Aaron Etherington Assistant District Attorney. Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Discussion and possible action to authorize the Director of Facilities Management to illuminate the County Annex blue from April 3 2023 until April 10 2023 in support of Child Abuse Prevention Month. Requested by Carrie Blumert Commissioner. Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Discussion and possible action to receive a presentation from the Arts Council Oklahoma City Executive Director Angela Cozy Co - Chairs Susie White and Farooq Farim Festival Director Seth Lewis and Communications Director Will Hutchison. Requested by Carrie Blumert Commissioner. Blumert moved Davidson seconded to receive. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Discussion and possible action regarding a resolution recognizing April as Child
