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FESTIVALSCelebration in the HeartlandWhen: July 4Where: Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th StreetWhat to expect: Big crowds, great food and crafts, a splendid concert and a spectacular fireworks show.Celebration in the Heartland is the biggest event of

the year in Moore drawing an estimated 20,000 people to town.

“It’s our premiere event of the year as we celebrate our independence,” said Assistant City Manager Todd Jenson. “We’ve upped the ante with one of the largest fireworks shows in Oklahoma.”

The festival features great food vendors, craft vendors, an Extreme Animals exhibit, a giant sandpit for kids and a children’s tent provided by the Moore Public Library. New this year will be the 2015 Celebration in the Heartland Helicopter Tours, which will allow festivalgoers to soar over the event viewing some awesome scenery from a breathtaking aerial perspective. The festival opens at 10:00 a.m. and is capped off with the fireworks show at 10 p.m. This year’s concert will feature The Flat Land Band, a blues influenced rock band from the Oklahoma City area. The Flat Land covers a wide range of music spanning classic rock, blues, country and modern rock hits.

The popular car, truck and motorcycle show will also be returning to Buck Thomas Park this year. For more information, check out www.showyourridez.com.

The festival will also include a sand volleyball tournament. Each team should be comprised of two males and two females. The tournament will kickoff at 9:00 a.m. and is a double elimination tournament. The cost is $10 per team. To register, email Chris at [email protected], or call 405-793-5090.

For those attending the festival, there are some important rules to keep in mind. You cannot bring animals into the park, so leave your dogs at home. While there are some alcoholic beverages served at the festival, you cannot bring your own alcoholic beverages with you.

For more information about Celebration in the Heartland, contact Teresa Smith at 405-793-4332 or visit the city’s website at www.cityofmoore.com.

Summer Nights Concert in the Park

When: Friday nights in JuneWhere: Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th StreetWhat to expect: One of the most popular concert series in the area featuring great local artists. The Summer Nights Concert in the Park series is one

of the most popular summer attractions in Moore. The free concerts are sponsored by the Moore Public Library and are scheduled for every Friday night in June at the south pavilion in Buck Thomas Park.

Friday, June 5 – 7:00 p.m. - Zoom CityOne of the most popular cover bands in the state,

Zoom City is rooted deeply in the rich traditions of classic rock but they also have the versatility needed to cover the best of current music. The added dimension of a talented horn section helps with a wide-ranging set that includes everything from the Rolling Stones to Santana, from Chicago to Motown, and from the Beatles to the Eagles.

Friday, June 12 – 7:00 p.m. – Adam & KizzieThis Oklahoma-based couple has come together

on a mission to give music their absolute best. Their music, which spans R&B, soul, jazz and hip-hop, is truly a tribute to everything that is genuinely great about music. Adam & Kizzie have been featured on a number of television shows and can be heard on musical projects including Ohmega Watt’s new album `Pieces of a Dream’ and J.Lee The Producer’s album `Inspire Me.’ Their first and instant hit single, ‘Can I Get a Light’ is played daily over the airwaves worldwide, and their hit song, ‘Train’ was recently the #1 requested song on Oklahoma airwaves. Now joined with Ropeadope Records, the couple has set out on tour to promote their newly released album, ‘The Book of EEDO Vol. 2.’

Friday, June 19 – 7:00 p.m. – Annie OakleyAn all-girl Americana band founded by Moore

singer-songwriters Sophia and Grace Babb, Annie Oakley produces music and compelling harmonies with a soulful, indie-folk feel that has been described as “straight from the heart.” The Americana music the sisters write and play combines elements of folk, bluegrass, country, indie, and soul playing on inspirations from artists like Alison Krauss, Bonnie Raitt and Feist.

Friday, June 26 – 7:00 p.m. – NicnosThis Oklahoma City-based band blends their original

songs with startlingly fresh and diverse covers of songs like “All Along the Watchtower,” “Hey Yah,” and “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” to produce one of the more energetic and entertaining sets you’ll hear. Members of the four-member claim influences ranging from The Dave Matthews Band to Nickel Creek. They have been voted “Best Pop/Rock/Alternative Band in Oklahoma” by the Live Music Oklahoma and “Who New to Watch” by the Country Music Association.

Sponsored by Friends of the Moore Public Library, City of Moore, Tinker Federal Credit Union and the Pioneer Library System Foundation.

Daddy Daughter DanceWhen: Saturday, June 20, 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Where: Moore Community Center, 301 S. HowardWhat to expect: An evening of fun-filled activities including limbo, hula, and music for Dads and their daughters ages 4 to 14. Just in time for Father’s Day, the Moore Community

Center will become an island oasis with the annual Daddy Daughter Dance. The Aloha Dance kicks off at 5:00 p.m. and goes until 6:30 p.m. The Luau Dance runs from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tickets are available for pre-sale for $5 per person. Tickets purchased on the day of the dance are $7.00 per person. Pre-order t-shirts are also available for $10.00 each.

To buy tickets: go to the Moore Community Center or www.cityofmoore.com/fun

Old Town Farmer’s MarketWhen: Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to NoonWhere: Moore Community Center South Parking Lot, 301 S. Howard Ave. What to expect: Lots of fresh fruits, vegetables and garden-related products from area farmers and vendors. Starting May 21, the Old Town Farmer’s Market will

sell fresh fruits, vegetables and other garden-related products on Thursday evenings and

Saturday mornings in the South Parking Lot of the Moore Community Center located at 301 S. Howard Avenue. The Farmer’s Market will operate until Saturday, August 29.

For more information, please call 405-793-5090 or email Whitney Wathen at [email protected].

EVENTS


Scavenger Hunt at the ParksWhen: Saturday mornings in June and July (June 12-July 11)Where: Various city parksWhat to expect: A fun adventure that will allow people of all ages to experience all of the city’s parks in search of clues. The City of Moore Parks and Recreation Department

invites you to go “hunting” in the city’s parks. Each Saturday morning, a new list of clues will be

found online on our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/mooreparks.

Print off the list, grab your phone or camera and your family and friends, and scavenger our parks to see what you find.

At the end of the five-week hunt, teams will submit their findings to the Community Center and the teams with the correct findings will be entered into a drawing for prizes.

You must register your team online by June 12 at www.cityofmoore.com/fun.

Play in the ParkWhen: Friday mornings from 9:30 am to 10:30 amWhere: Various city parks What to expect: A free program featuring supervised activities for children ages 6 to 14. The activities include games, snacks, and arts and crafts showcased at a different City of Moore park each week. An adult must accompany all children who attend. Friday, June 5: Buck Thomas Park South Pavilion 1903 NE 12th Street – 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 12: Fairmoore Park Pavilion (Kidsplay) 630 NW 5th Street - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.Friday, June 19: Parmele Park Pavilion & Splash Pad 1308 N. Janeway Avenue - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.Fri. June 26: Apple Valley Park Pavilion & Splash Pad 4401 Melrose Drive - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.Friday, July 10: Veteran’s Park Pavilion 1900 SE 4th Street - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.Friday, July 17: Little River Park Pavilion 700 Block of SW 4th Street - 9:30 am to 10:30 am

Story Time at Parmele Park When: Every Monday in the month of June 10 amWhere: Parmele Park, 1308 N. JanewayWhat to expect: The City of Moore and the Moore Public Library put on story time for the kids at one of Moore’s newest and most popular parks. All together, it is a great time to hear great stories and have fun.

Movie in the Park When: Friday, May 29 and Friday, August 14Where: Little River Park, 700 SW 4th StreetWhat to expect: A fun night for the whole family watching a great movie under the stars. Friday, May 29: 9:00 p.m. - Big Hero 6Friday, August 14, 8:30 p.m. - The Boxtrolls

Kid’s Fishing DerbyWhen: Saturday, August 1Where: Little River Park, 700 SW 4th StreetTime: Check-in starts at 7:30 a.m. Ages: 5 to 15 years old What to expect: Bring your own pole and bait for a morning of fun.

The City of Moore and Oklahoma Wildlife Department co-host this event rain or shine. The Oklahoma Wildlife Department will be onsite covering safety, knot tying, fish ID, fish cleaning and ethics. Four fish limit per family. No culling. You catch it, you keep it! An adult must accompany all participants.

BikeMooreWhen: Saturday, May 16Where: Start & Finish at east entrance of Buck Thomas Park, 1901 NE 12th StreetTime: Meet at 9:30 a.m. and Leave at 10:00 a.m. What to expect: A family friendly event promoting healthy living and community.

The 8th Annual BikeMoore Event will allow families and bicycle enthusiasts alike to get on two wheels and experience biking to school, work and for recreation. Participants will have the option of a 5-mile ride or a 2.75-mile ride. There will be food, free t-shirts and giveaways. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

To register, call the City of Moore at 405-793-5054.

EVENTS CAMPSCity of Moore Summer CampsWhen: June and JulyWhere: Various locations What to expect: Weeklong experiences that will entertain and challenge children of all ages.

Abrakadoodle OKC Art Camp Abrakadoodle OKC Art Camp explores Crayola’s

fabulous products and the great things you can create using their products! We create with watercolors, Model Magic modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Have a colorful time creating your own Crayola artwork!

Camp 1 - Monday, June 15 – Friday, June 19Location: Moore Community Center, 301 S. HowardTime: 9:00 a.m. to NoonAges: 7 to 14 - Cost: $90Register online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun Camp 2 - Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10Location: Moore Community Center, 301 S. HowardTime: 9:00 a.m. to Noon (Session 1) 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. (Session 2)Ages: 7 to 14 - Cost: $90Register online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun

Discovery CampCome discover your incredible abilities to create,

solve problems, and have fun building an erector set and models. This camp includes an overnight stay starting at Little River Park on Friday July 31. Be sure to have your camping and fishing gear ready to go. There will be some fun activities like archery and a scavenger hunt for prizes. A local Boy Scouts of America Troop will be there to help with the camping experience and activities. Friday night we will have some telescopes to look at the stars and planets. Saturday morning August 1st the campers will participate in the Annual Kid’s Fishing Derby.

Monday, July 27 – Thursday, July 30 Location: Moore Community Center, 301 S. HowardTime: 9:00 a.m. to Noon Ages: 3rd Grade – 8th gradeCost: $100 (Includes t-shirt)Register online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun




Extreme Animals CampsGet 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.

Camp 1 – Monday, June 22 – Wednesday, June 24Location: Moore Community Center, 301 S. Howard Time: 9:00 a.m. to Noon Ages: 7 to 12 years oldCost: $115 (Includes t-shirt) Register online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun Camp 2 – Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24Location: Moore Community Center, 301 S. Howard Time: 9:00 a.m. to Noon Ages: 7 to 12 years oldCost: $115 (Includes t-shirt) Register online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun

Mad Science CampWhen school is out, Mad Science is in. Your child can

continue to learn even when school is out, and the best part is they won’t even realize it because Mad Science Camp has fun down to a science.

Monday, June 22 – Friday, June 26Location: Moore Community Center, 301 S. Howard Time: 9:00 a.m. to Noon Ages: 6 to 11 years oldCost: $100 per personRegister online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun

Summer Archery CampStudents will learn basic skills and safety instruction

for shooting archery. They will be instructed on how to hold, aim, draw, and shoot a bow. This camp will introduce or build on students’ current knowledge and skills of archery. Instructors Kalyn Putt, Anthony Putt and Ed Fowlkes are certified in NASP Basic Archery. No equipment necessary.

Monday, June 1 – Friday, June 5Location: Moore Community Center, 301 S. Howard Time: 9:00 a.m. to NoonAges: 8 to 17 years oldCost: $75 (Includes t-shirt)Register online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun

Happy Feet Soccer CampsAs kids get older and their skill level improves kids

will begin learning to skillfully perform some of the most difficult moves in soccer and work extensively on striking the ball to score. This camp is non-competitive and uses fun techniques to train advanced motor skills, dribbling, shooting skills, and fitness.

Camp 1 – Monday, June 15 – Wednesday June 17Location: Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th StreetTime: 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.Ages: 4 to 6 years old Cost: $68 per personRegister online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun Camp 2 – Monday, July 13 - Wednesday, July 15Location: Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th StreetTime: 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Ages: 4 to 6 years old Cost: $68 per personRegister online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun

Sports Camps There are a wide selection of five-day sports camps

available during the summer months designed to help boys and girls ages 7 to 18 years of age improve their skills and be more active. Cost is $75 per camper and includes a t-shirt and snacks. Campers will need to bring proper attire and shoes for the various camps. Register online at www.cityofmoore.com/fun

Basketball Camp with Westmoore Men’s Basketball Coach Scott Hodges - June 8 – June 12 at the Moore Community Center Gym, 301 S. Howard Ave. 9:00 a.m. to Noon

Golf Camp with Southmoore’s Head Golf Coach Mike McConville - June 8 – June 12 at Earlywine Golf Course 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Bring your own golf clubs

Soccer Camp with Hillsdale College Head Soccer Coach Beau Richmond - July 6 – July 10 at Hillsdale College - 9:00 a.m. to Noon

Tennis Camp with Moore High Tennis Head Coach Jim Lawson - June 15 – June 19 at Buck Thomas Park Tennis Complex, 1903 NE 12th Street - 9:00 am-Noon.

Orr Family Farm Summer CampsWhen: June and JulyWhere: Orr Family Farm, 14400 S. WesternWhat to expect: A fun learning experience with

curriculum that spans agriculture, history and heritage at the Orr Family Farm.

Session 1: June 16 – 19 - Session 2: July 14 – 17Each session runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday

through Friday. The camp is open to children ages 5 to 11 or kindergarten to 6th grade.

Cost is $160 per camper. Lunch is provided each day and a special t-shirt is included for each camper with registration. Activities include: pony care instruction, pony rides, animal care instruction, petting and feeding techniques, learning how to make real butter, learning how to fish, and learning how to milk a life-size fiber glass cow. There will also be instruction time learning about agriculture, history and heritage, plus many fun activities! To register go to: www.orrfamilyfarm.com and look for the summer camp link on the homepage. You can also call 405-499-3276 for more information.

Tippi Toes Summer Classes and CampsPrincess Dance CampWhen: Tuesday, July 28 to Thursday, July 30Location: Moore Community Ctr, 301 S. Howard Time: 9:00 a.m. to Noon - Ages: 3 to 7 years oldCost: $90 per participant Enroll at www.tippitoesdance.com/oklahoma-cityOnce upon a time in a land not so far away, Tippi Toes

held a magnificent Princess Camp. Young Princesses from near and far came dressed in ballerina outfits, for they were about to spend time with some of the most intelligent, hard-working Princesses.

Summer Dance Classes When: June 1 – July 8Location: Moore Community Center, 301 S. Howard Cost: Summer Tuition is $75 and $55 for any additional childrenToddler & Me (18 months to 3 years old) Tue 5:30pmBallet, Tap & Jazz (Ages 3 to 6) Tuesday 6:15 p.m.Hip Hop (Ages 5 to 10) Tuesday 7:00 p.m.Enroll at www.tippitoesdance.com/oklahoma-city

Artworks Academy Summer CampsCamps are available for students from 18-months-old

to 18-years-old. For younger students, summer is a great time to attend dance and art classes or musical theatre camps. For older students, summer is a time to further broaden their performing and visual arts training by taking a variety of arts classes not normally offered on a year-round basis. This summer, the ArtWorks Academy will offer a variety of classes in art, dance, theatre and music from June 22 – August 7.

All classes with grade requirements are based on the grade the student will be in during the ‘15-’16 school year. Enrollment in classes with age requirements should be determined by the child’s age on the first day of class.

For more for a full listing of summer classes or to enroll, go to www.artworksacademy.com or call 405-397-1824. All classes are held at the ArtWorks Academy of the Performing Arts located at 3251 Market Place, Suite 130 in Norman.

Summer Camps Pirates and Princesses Day Camp (3 to 9 year olds)When: Mon, July 6 – Thu, July 9, 10:00 am to NoonWhere: ArtsWorks Academy, 3251 Market Place, Suite 130This is the perfect camp for your little pirate or

princess. In this camp, 3-9 year old students will learn the basics of ballet, tap and theatre movement, all while getting to become pirates and princesses! Each day, students will also make a craft and a snack will be provided. The camp will culminate in a short performance for friends and family.

Cost: Tuition is $95. A $20 non-refundable deposit is due upon enrollment to hold your child’s spot. The session charge listed, once you enroll, is your remaining balance. The balance is due by the first day of the class. Students enrolling in two or more camps or classes will receive a 10% discount off of each camp or class. Families will receive a sibling discount of 10% for each additional family member enrolled.

For more details on summer camps or to enroll, go to www.artworksacademy.com or call 405-397-1824.

Candy Land The Musical (Kindergarten-7th Graders)When: Mon, July 20 – Fri, July 31, 1:00-4:00 p.m.Where: ArtsWorks Academy, 3251 Market Place, Suite 130This summer your favorite board game is coming

to life as our students present the Oklahoma premiere of Candy Land The Musical, written by our own Cheryl Morris and presented with special permission from Hasbro! Cost: Tuition is $250. A $20.00 non-refundable deposit is due upon enrollment to hold your child’s spot. The session charge listed, once you enroll, is your remaining balance. The balance is due by the first day of the class. Students enrolling in two or more camps or classes will receive a 10% discount off of each camp or class. Families will receive a sibling discount of 10% for each additional family member enrolled.

Performances: Performances for Candy Land The Musical will be July 31-August 1. Performance times and number of performances will be announced once enrollment is finalized.

For more details on summer camps or to enroll, go to www.artworksacademy.com or call 405-397-1824.


Andy Alligator’s Fun ParkIf you’re looking for some hot summer fun you need

look no further than Andy Alligator’s Fun Park. The park features Speedway Go-Karts, Bumper Cars, the Frog Hopper Ride, The Rock climbing challenge, a three-level Kidz Zone play area, Batting Cages, Mini Bowling, Gator Golf, and a game room. New attractions like the two-story laser tag arena, a rookie go-kart track, and indoor rock walls will open in early summer. You can also arrange for a birthday party or group outing with special group pricing.

You can pay by attraction or purchase an unlimited fun pass. For more information, call 405-321-7275 or visit www.andyalligators.com.

Fun Park HoursSunday – Thursday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. Location: 3300 Market Place Drive in Norman

Andy Alligator’s Water Park Take a refreshing break from the Oklahoma heat

and get more out of your summer with a visit to one of Oklahoma’s newest family fun destination. Andy Alligator’s Water Park is perfect for a day of wet fun, birthday parties, and group outings. Challenge your friends on the Riptide Racer, grab a tube and take a relaxing trip in the Paradise River, experience unexpected curves, drops and loops on the Banzai Pipeline, or embark on the ultimate play adventure in Cowabunga Cove which features over 100 ways to get wet and have fun. The park also has cabanas available for rent.

Season passes are available for individuals and for individuals plus one guest. Daily passes can also be purchased at the Water Park or online.

For more information, call 405-321-7275 or visit www.andyalligators.com.

Water Park Hours May 23 – August 16Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Fridays (In June and July) 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Andy’s After Dark 18+ Event ( June 18, June 25, July 2, July 9) 7:30pm – 10:30pmLocation: 3300 Market Place Drive in Norman

Elevation Trampoline Park

Take a break from the heat and head indoors for some summer fun at one of Moore’s newest attractions. Elevation Trampoline Park features over 5,000 feet of trampolines that will push you higher than anywhere else in Oklahoma. You can also test your skills on the sports courts designed specifically for Vertical Volleyball 3D, Dodgeball Xtreme 3D, DunkBall 3D and Trampoline Bootcamp, or dive into the state of the art Foam Pit designed to provide a soft landing giving you the courage to attempt your newest trick. A Kids Court is also available for the junior jumpers ages two to six. You can also arrange a group outing of any size for birthday parties, corporate team building events, church and youth groups, and much more.

For more information, visit www.elevationtp.com. Location: 1431 N. Moore Avenue in Moore

HeyDay Entertainment CenterThis family entertainment center is your one-top

shop for fun and excitement, no matter your age. Test your skills in the two-level, 7,000 square foot laser tag arena that features brides, ramps, and plenty of pillars, arches and passageways that are enhanced with futuristic lighting and swirling fog. Tee off on the 18-hole miniature golf course that includes lots of elevation changes, water hazards and even some sand traps. Go for the strike on one of the 24 state-of-the-art bowling lanes. And channel your inner daredevil with the indoor ropes course or the laser maze. You can also get your game on inside the arcade that houses over 50 of the latest and greatest video games. When all of that action gets you appetite charged up, you can refuel at the onsite Boomerang Grille or Double Dave’s PizzaWorks. Then you can kick back in Revolutions, an area for those 21 years old and up, that features TVs, pool tables and drinks of all varieties.

HeyDay is also available for group outings and birthday parties. For details on pricing, specials, reservations, or to book your next event, call

405-310-3500 or visit www.heydayfun.comHeyDay HoursSunday – Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Thursday 10:00 a.m. – MidnightFriday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m. Location: 3201 Market Place Drivein Norman

Blazer’s Ice Center Programs

Summer Public Skate Pass $59.99Unlimited skating all summer from June 1 – Aug 31 Summer Hockey Pass $99Skate all summer from June 1 – August 31Unlimited stick & pucks & drop-insBlackout Night $10Every Friday and Saturday from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Blazer’s Ice Centre hosts a Blackout Night. All lights will be out, the music turned up and the lazers on!For more information, call 405-631-3307 or visit www.blazers-icecentre.comLocation: 8000 S. Interstate 35

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RUNS & BIKE RIDESMoore War 5K RunMark your calendars and dust off your running

shoes for the 7th Annual Moore War Run. This year’s 5K is set for Saturday, August 29. The race will begin at 7:30 a.m. at Moore High School and will take runners through downtown Moore. The annual event sanctioned by the USATF allows alumni from Moore and Westmoore as well as members of the community to put aside their differences to come together for one common cause, current students, with proceeds from the run going to benefit scholarships for all three Moore high schools.

For more information or to register, go to www.moorewarrun.com

Miles4Smiles RideThe Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children is

hosting its 15th Annual Miles4Smiles bike ride on Saturday, June 20 in south Oklahoma City. The ride is designed for cyclists of all levels with a 56-mile endurance course, a 44-mile medium course, a 27-mile course, and a short 10.5-mile fun course.

Onsite registration for all distances opens at 6:00 a.m. at Emmaus Baptist Church, located directly north of the OBHC OKC Campus at 16301 S. Western Avenue. And the ride begins at 7:00 a.m.

Registration costs are $25 per individual, $35 per tandem, and $15 for children 12 and under. A t-shirt and lunch are included in the registration fee. There is no additional charge for registering after June 1. However, t-shirts are not guaranteed.

For more information, maps of routes, or to register, visit www.miles4smilesokc.com or call 405-691-7781.

Oklahoma Strong RunThe 2nd Annual Oklahoma Strong Run will take

place on Saturday, May 16 in north Norman. The sanctioned 5K is set to begin at 8:30 a.m. and the one-mile Fun Run/Walk kicks off at 8:00 a.m.

Participants can register online at oklahomastrongmonument.com and also onsite the morning of the run starting at 7:15 a.m.

“Runners from across the state, as well as out-of-state, are invited to join us in celebration of Oklahoma’s legacy of resilience and strength,” said Oklahoma Strong Monument Chair Becky Boyd-Wood. “We had a great turnout last year and look forward to seeing this annual run continue to grow.”

Registration costs are $35 per individual for the 5K and $30 per individual for the Fun Walk/Run. There will be prizes for all age categories and registrants receive an Oklahoma Strong Run shirt and a unique finisher’s medal. All 5K runners additionally receive a Headsweat’s runners cap from Top of the World.

All proceeds benefit the Oklahoma Strong Monument Project which will fund a monument and gardens in the new Central Park in Moore.

For more information, visit oklahomastrongmonument.com.

LIBRARYPioneer Library System Summer Reading ProgramsWhile its activities and services are a year-round

feature, the Pioneer Library System is never busier than during the summer months, when the Summer Reading Program fills local libraries with action.

The activities all get started with Summer Reading Kickoff events at both the Moore Public Library and the Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library. This year, those activities have moved from midweek to Saturday, May 30.

In Moore, the festivities will again begin with a Summer Reading Parade, leaving at 10 a.m. from the front of Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway St. Once paraders have made the several blocks walk to the library, they’ll be greeted with activities like crafts, stories and more festivities to get readers in the mood for Summer Reading.

And it can be a double-dip of kickoff activity, as the SOKC library’s SRP Kickoff runs from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Guests can be part of a photo booth, black light play room, have their faces painted and much more. Parents also can learn about healthy road trip snacks, get car seat safety information and learn about downloading e-materials to entertain the family during their summer vacation.

It’s a super-hero type of summer at the libraries, with this year’s theme of “Every Hero Has a Story” sure to bring out heroes and perhaps a few villains.

This year’s program schedule features many favorites as well as some new faces that will bring their talents to the library. Find exact dates and times by visiting or calling any PLS Hometown Library or going online to www.pioneerlibrarysystem.com.




A variety of camps for all children that run throughout the summer.

Golf • Basketball • Extreme AnimalsSoccer • Tennis • Art • Science

Additional camps are being added!www.cityofmoore.com/fun for details.

Online RegistrationWe are making it easier to sign up for classes,

Camps, reserve pavilions or book a room.visit www.cityofmoore.com/fun!

The Daddy Daughter Dances will be held June 20th at the Moore Community Center. Pre purchase your tickets for $5 per person online or at the Moore Community Center on the day of the dances for $7 per person.

Dads make plans with your daughters, ages 4-14, for a great evening of summer fun as we celebrate Fathers Day in an Is-land fashion. Island dress is suggested.

For more information visit www.cityofmoore.com/fun

Daddy Daughter Dance

Come join us for a fun morning in the fresh sum-mer air! Parks staff will host fun games and actvi-ties. This is a great way to meet neighbors and make new friends while discovering our wonderful parks.

Buck Thomas Park - June 5th Fairmoore Park - June 12th • Parmele Park - June 19th

Apple Valley - June 26th • Veterans Park - July 10 Little River Park - July 17th

Guardians must be with children at all times. For more information visit www.cityofmoore.com/fun

Play in the Park

Friday May 29th at Little RIver Park

We will be showing Big Hero 6. The movie starts at 9:00pm; Please arrive early be-fore show time to enjoy free popcorn, and $1 snow cones. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and cele-brate the beginning of summer with the Moore Parks & Recreation Department and Moore Public Library.

Movie In the Park

Join the Moore Public Library for outdoor, interactive story times at Parmele Park ,1308 N Janeway, every Monday in June! Please bring a blanket or lawn chair and your sunblock.

Parmele Park features a splash pad! Questions? Call the library at 793-4347.

Story Time at Parmele Park

City of Moore Parks & Recreation 301 S. Howard Ave. 793-5090www.cityofmoore.com/fun

Summer Camps

Summer Scavenger HuntRegister your team for the summer

scavenger hunt in our parks. Visit www.cityofmoore.com/fun to sign up.

The hunt will start June 12th.

Concerts at Buck Thomas ParkJoin the City of Moore and Moore Public Library for free

Summer Concerts every Friday in June. Concerts start at 7pm at Buck Thomas Park.June 5 - Zoom City • June 12 - Adam & Kizzie

June 19 - Annie Oakley • June 26 – Nicnos Questions? Call the Library at 793-5100

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Committee Completes Fundraising for Plaza Towers 7 Memorial

Only six short months ago, families and community members filled the Plaza Towers Elementary School auditorium with heavy hearts. Together on that cold November night, they would formally dedicate the marble silhouettes and benches honoring each of the seven students lost.

Since that night, the memorial has been a place of hope, a place of peace, and a place where the families of those lost sometimes go to feel close to their loved ones. In fact, the memorial stands with a message of hope and healing for all who enter that school building.

And today the memorial honoring the seven lives lost on May 20, 2013, is paid in full due to the generosity of the community, local businesses, and Rotary Clubs worldwide.

“When you start a project, you never know if you’re going to finish and actually be able to say it is complete or the bill is paid,” said Moore Rotarian Tim Eaton. “So that felt really, really good.”

In total, the Plaza Towers 7 Memorial Committee, championed by Chad Vice, raised $221,667.49.

In the beginning, the Moore Rotary Club had hoped to be able to contribute $5,000 to the overall costs of the memorial. But Rotarians banded together, and far exceeded that amount with a donation of about $90,000.

“We are just very pleased,” said Eaton. “Everything went so much better than we anticipated, making it really a great, great journey.”

And that success was largely due to the support of the Rotarians’ Bi-District Tornado Fund Committee. Just a couple months ago, the memorial was $35,000 short of being paid off. So the Bi-District Committee stepped in, agreeing to match up to $17,500 to ensure the memorial was fully funded. The Moore Rotary Club exceeded its half of the deal, raising $18,500. And living up to its commitment, the Bi-District Tornado Fund Committee paid the remaining funds to finish off the fundraising efforts.

“It was a great feeling to know that we were able to help,” said Bi-District Tornado Fund Committee chairman Michael Blevins. “There were so many people who have losses. And particularly with this memorial, I think it is very fitting thing to memorialize the lives that were lost there.”

Donors also gave an additional $20,000 to provide perpetual care and maintenance for the memorial to the school. A mission of hope and healing completed. And the end result was more than anyone could have ever imagined. A memorial that will help carry on the light their young lives brought to us for many years to come.

Republic Bank fronted the memorial committee the funds for the memorial interest-free so that it could be completed before fundraising was complete.


BY SARAH JENSEN

RETREET Plants 162 Trees Across Community

“It means so much to us,” said tornado victim Sue Zimmerman.

Sue Zimmerman and her husband lost their home in the tornado that hit Moore on May 20, 2013. Living without a storm shelter, the two took cover in their home. It just happened that their home was in the path of the tornado. It suffered a direct hit, and a last-second thought to put on their motorcycle helmets saved their lives.

The two had to be dug out of the rubble and debris that was once their home.

However, longtime residents of Moore, the Zimmermans never once thought of leaving. They chose to rebuild. Today their home is complete, but there is still much to do to make their outdoor living spaces what they once were.

“We are back here with our house, and now we are rebuilding the yard,” said Zimmerman. “We are trying to get our trees back in the yard.”

For the Zimmermans, their backyard was the place they spent their evenings and Fourth of Julys, a favorite place for relaxation with family and friends…taken by the storm.

“We had some big, beautiful trees before the tornado, and of course, they are gone,” said Zimmerman.

But a newfound feeling of hope came to be when eight volunteers recently came to their home and planted two new trees in their backyard, all part of a mission of renewal by a Texas-based organization known as RETREET.

“It just is not something that people think about,” said RETREET executive director Grady McGahan. “When you explain to somebody that this person has lost everything, there are systems in place to help them rebuild their home, replace their cars and lost things. But nobody is here replanting the trees—and the reality is it is

the trees that are going to take the longest to replace.”

In total, more than 70 volunteers from all over Texas and Oklahoma came together, planting two trees at about 80 homes affected by the May 20, 2013, tornado, and also replacing trees lost in Veterans Memorial Park.

“I think it is just what Oklahoma is all about,” said volunteer Caroline Wigman. “We are about helping our neighbors and really just being there for each other when we have something trying, whether it is a large event that affects the whole community or whether it is a home fire. For all Oklahomans, it is just important to be there for other Okies.”

And the mission of RETREET aligns perfectly with one of RETREET’s local partners. Serve Moore, who coordinated local volunteers, as yet another step towards its goal of long-term renewal.

“It was good work and it felt good to know that we were properly planting a tree that will be here for about 150 years,” said Serve Moore’s Chris Fox.

A labor of renewal for a resilient community that stands strong and appreciative for the support it continues to receive.

“Overwhelming,” said Zimmerman. “All the help that we have received through this tornado—and to come back to the point that we are at has really been overwhelming. We are very joyous for this gift.”





BY BRENT WHEELBARGER

Towers Down:The Story Behind Moore’s Destroyed Radio Towers

If you were a teenager in the 1950s and 1960s, chances are good that you listened to KOMA 1520 AM Radio anywhere from Oklahoma all the way to the West Coast, thanks to three iconic broadcast towers in Moore.

“It’s actually a 50,000-watt AM station, and it’s massive,” said Tyler Media’s Tony Tyler. “Back in its day, you could hear it all the way to California. So basically, we covered almost the western part of the United States.”

Built in 1947, the three towers were a response to the close of World War II and the beginning of the Cold War, a way to reach half the country with one powerful signal.

“If you think back into the 1940s, people didn’t have TVs, so radio was the way to

communicate in times of need. It was a way that people in their community got their information,” said Tyler. “And so these stations have huge signals in order to reach all of these people.”

Having survived all of Moore’s previous extreme weather, the March 25 F2 tornado finally brought silence to seventy years of continuous broadcast signal, knocking down two of the towers completely and bending the third in half. Which raises the question, how could these towers possibly have survived multiple F5 tornados, but not the unexpected, smaller storm that passed through the community?

“The engineering of a tower is structured so that wind is not going to take it down. The storm is not going to take a tower down. Something actually has to hit the

guy-wires,” Tyler said. “So you could have a 200-mile-an-hour wind, and the tower is not going to come down. So what happened that night is there must have been debris that hit those guy-wires and took those towers down.”

In recent years, KOMA radio went entirely FM on 92.5, and 1520 AM continued as KOKC with a talk radio format right up until March 25, when the towers were knocked out. Currently, KOKC’s regular AM signal is down, but its programming is definitely not out.

“You can hear KOKC 1520 AM programming, ‘Mitchell in the Morning,’ the ‘Dave Ramsey Show,’ and all our programming can be heard on 103.1 FM and 1560 AM,” Tyler said. “Our engineers did an incredible job the night after the

storm assessing the situation. We were only off the air for a couple of hours, and then they were able to get us switched back over.”

Today, residents in Moore are continuing to get used to a slightly different skyline without the three towers, but according to Tyler Media, who owns KOKC, a new tower is already in the works.

The end of one era…and the beginning of another.


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Veterans to Dedicate Wall of Honor

After months of construction, the Veterans Memorial Park Wall of Honor is complete and ready to be dedicated. Today, the beautifully crafted memorial stands to honor the selflessness given by all of the men and women of Moore who have honorably served our nation.

Funded by the quarter-cent sales tax passed by the voters in 2012, the wall stands to honor Moore’s veterans in a unique way.

“It is awesome and different,” said Jenson. “It is one of the special things about Veteran’s Memorial Park and how we honor our veterans here in Moore. There is the traditional flag plaza with a static monument in the front of the park, then you have the soldiers that were carved from trees, and then you have the new wall of honor that has people’s names, 973 to be exact with the flags flying overhead.”

In fact, the Wall of Honor recognizes Moore’s veterans.

“It honors those veterans that live or have lived in Moore that honorably served, and those veterans who honorably served and went to Moore Public Schools,” said Jensen.

And the Wall of Honor is truly a beautiful place that tells the story of the community’s involvement in the armed services.

The Wall of Honor will be dedicated during the Memorial Day Celebration at 10:00 a.m. on May 25.



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Getting a Good Night’s Sleep

You want a good night’s rest. Getting enough sleep helps you stay healthy and alert. Many older folks don’t sleep well. If you’re always sleepy, it may be time to see a doctor. You shouldn’t wake up every day feeling tired.

Sleep and AgingOlder adults need about the same amount of sleep as younger folks – 7 to 9 hours each night. Seniors tend to go to sleep earlier and get up earlier. There are two kinds of sleep – REM (rapid eye movement) sleep and non-REM sleep. Dreams mostly occur during REM sleep. The deepest sleep occurs during non-REM sleep. Older adults spend less time in deep sleep which may be why older people are often light sleepers.

Sleep ProblemsThere are many reasons why older people may not get enough sleep. Feeling sick or being in pain can make it hard to sleep. Napping during the day can disrupt sleep at night. Some medicines can keep you awake. No matter the reason, if you don’t get a good night’s sleep, the next day you may:• Be irritable• Have memory problems or be forgetful• Feel depressed• Have more falls or accidents• Feel very sleepy during the day

InsomniaInsomnia is the most common sleep problem in adults age 60 and older. People with insomnia have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. If you’re having trouble sleeping, you may:• Take a long time to fall asleep• Wake up many times in the night• Wake up and be unable to get back to sleep• Wake up tired• Feel very sleepy during the dayThere are many causes of insomnia. Medicines aren’t a cure for insomnia. Devel-oping healthy habits at bedtime may help you get a good night’s sleep.

Sleep ApneaSleep apnea is another serious sleep disorder. A person with sleep apnea has short pauses in breathing while sleeping. If not treated, sleep apnea can lead to other problems such as high blood pressure, stroke or memory loss. Feeling sleepy during the day and being told you are snoring loudly at night could be signs that you have sleep apnea. If you think you have sleep apnea, see a doctor.

Movement DisordersRestless legs syndrome, periodic limb movement disorder and rapid eye move-ment sleep behavior disorder are common in older adults. These can rob you of needed sleep. See your doctor for more information.

Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep There are things you can do to help you get a good night’s sleep, such as:• Follow a regular sleep schedule• Avoid napping• Develop a bedtime routine that includes time to relax• Keep your bedroom dark, not too hot or too cold and as quiet as possible• Have a comfortable mattress, pillow and enough blankets for the season• Exercise regularly but not within 3 hours of bedtime• Make an effort to get outside in the sunlight each day• Be careful about when and how much you eat• Stay away from caffeine late in the day• Drink fewer beverages in the evening• Remember that alcohol won’t help you sleep• Use your bedroom only for sleeping

Safe SleepingTry to set up a safe and restful place to sleep. Make sure you have a smoke alarm near your bedroom. Lock the outside doors before going to bed. Other ideas:• Keep a telephone handy• Have a good lamp within reach that turns on easily• Put a glass of water next to your bed in case you wake up thirsty• Use a nightlight• Don’t smoke in bed• Remove area rugs• Don’t fall asleep with a heating pad on

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An Era of Books BY LT HADLEY

As soon as Gutenberg’s printing press rolled out the first printed book, mankind began to explore the fascinating and mysterious fountains of information available in them. Owning and reading books, once limited to the rare and privileged few, became a way of life to the multitudes. Early settlers in our country brought books with them; publishers printed them—“everyone” wrote them and continues to write them.

Today, there are magazines, books, periodicals, newspapers, circulars, “junk mail,” and a world of information printed on a cereal box. We expect and read these daily. However, at the turn of the century, the lives and economy of many settlers meant only a Bible in a home, or a catalog or treasured book handed down from generation to generation.

Libraries in larger cities provided for this lack for most people, but smaller towns did not have the resources for a library. One of the earliest libraries in Moore was the law library of James Cowan, Moore’s first attorney. He made his set of law books available to young law students.

Another library in the 1930s consisted of the books of the Simms family. Mildred Simms Moore was an avid reader and had accumulated a number of books. She opened a tiny shop next to her dad’s barbershop and

invited people to borrow and read her small collection. For a penny or two a book, the reader could borrow books to take home. Little kids just sat on the floor and read the books without borrowing them.

Dale Janeway was one of the town’s important benefactors. He was Cleveland County commissioner for 20 years, a man known and respected for his wisdom, ability and integrity. As chairman of the Moore town board in 1958, he encouraged the town board to become part of the Pioneer Multi-County Library System, which involved Cleveland, McClain and Garvin Counties.

Moore’s library service began with regular visits by a bookmobile. The City of Moore included $200 in the 1961/62 budget as its first commitment to the service. Citizens raised the money through many projects and activities: bake sales, ballgames, plays and contributions. The town bought a small frame building, a former barbershop, and moved it to the current library location. Many citizens donated books and a creditable library began. Lines of grade-school children snaked along Howard Street between the school and the library.

In 1965, the library was expanded to 33,000 square feet, making room for more library services. Remodeling and updating have kept the library modern, attractive

and functional. A remodeling process that began in 2005 has greatly enhanced the usability of the facility. The affiliation with the Pioneer Association makes almost any book available through the circulation of books among all libraries. Computer classes are also available.

In nearly 40 years since it opened, there have been four librarians who have directed the library operations: Betty Jaine until 1991, Jane Lily from 1991 to 1998, Elizabeth Romero from 1998 to 2004 and the current librarian, Lisa Wells, since 2004.

The doors constantly swish back and forth as people go in the library and come out with an armload of books or tapes on any subject imaginable: how to read a slide rule or mix concrete, how to wallpaper, Lucille the Horse, Winnie the Pooh, romance, mystery, poetry, travel, arts and crafts, books for teens, and the proverbial “hyacinths for the soul.”

Note: This edition of Sketches of Moore was first published in a previous issue of Moore Monthly

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Community Announcements

GENERALYMCA Before and After School Care, Moore Community Center; call 378-0420 for participating schools and more info.

Big Trash Pick Up. Moore residents will be allowed two FREE big trash pick-ups a year and one free voucher to the city land-fill 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 Sgt. Jeremy Lewis, 793-4448.

Adopt A Pet. Call Moore Animal Shelter, 793-5190; 3900 S. I-35 Service Rd. Open M–F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Closed on Holidays.

First Church Moore, 201 W. Main. Every Wednesday, 4 p.m. Homework and Hang-out for Youth (7–12 grades). Free Commu-nity Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Family Activities & Church School at 6 p.m. Menu can be found at www.moorechurch.com

Afterschool Matters, an after-school pro-gram from FBC Moore that helps students toward academic success. Available to first- through sixth-graders every Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. Contact director Carissa Taylor at [email protected] to learn about enrolling or volunteering.

Fresh Start Community Church Food Pantry 309 N Eastern Avenue, West Cam-pus-Family Life Center. Open the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 5 to 6 p.m. Canned and dry goods available. Must be a resident of Moore. (Bring an ID)

Free Community Breakfast, 201 W. Main. On the second and fourth Saturday of ev-ery month a free continental breakfast will be served from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Contact Richelle Leibold at 794-6671.

Dementia/Alzheimer’s Support Group, Village on the Park, 1515 Kingsridge, OKC. Contact Karen Proctor at 692-8700.

American Legion. Every Wednesday of the month, 12–4 p.m. 207 SW 1st Street. For information, call Preston Simms 550-8516.

Fresh Start Community Church Grief Share Support Group. Every Thursday evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Fresh Start Community Church Fireside Room. Please contact Office at 794-7313 or Lyn Jacquemot at 326-5554 or [email protected] to register or participate.

VOLUNTEERSAmerican Cancer Society seeks volun-teers who would like to help drive patients to their cancer treatment and/or volunteer with our local Relay For Life event. For more information vis-it www.relayforlife.org/mooreok or contact Mel Rogers at 405-841-5817 or [email protected]. The Hugs Project, non-profit organization puts together care packages for our troops in the Middle East. For more info call 651-8359 or [email protected].

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

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

Moore Food Resource Center, a part of the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, allows volunteers to help fight hunger in Moore. Volunteers at the Moore Food Resource Center will assist with a variety of tasks, including: serving as client shopper help-ers, assisting with loading and unloading vehicles, sorting and shelving food items, and cleaning. The Moore Food Resource Center is located at 2635 N. Shields. For more information on becoming a volunteer, contact Alex Strout at [email protected] or 600-3186.

Serve Moore. Are you looking for a way to help others? Serve Moore is looking for volunteers to help with disaster relief and renewal projects. If you would like to volunteer or need volunteer help, visit servemoore.com/help to submit a request. You can also visit the Serve Moore Head-quarters located inside the Community Renewal Center at 224 S. Chestnut Ave.in Moore. For more information, visitservemoore.com or call 735-3060.

SENIORSMoore Senior Citizen Nutrition Site. Brand Senior Center, 501 E. Main, 793-9069. Open 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Friday. Meal offered at 11:30 a.m. Call by 1 p.m. the day before to request a meal. Donation for a meal for seniors 60 and 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 Sgt. Lewis, Moore Police Dept., 793-4448.

Moore Council on Aging. Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the City of Moore for errands or appointments. 8 a.m.–3 p.m., Mon.–Fri. Call 799-3130 at least one day in advance.Types of Transportation:Metro Transit will provide van service for age 60 and older on Tuesday and Thursday from the Moore area to OKC medical ap-pointments. Call Jackie at 297-2583.“Share-A-Fare” Age 60 and over or dis-abled to purchase taxi fare at 40% off.

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.

CLUBSAARP meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 5 p.m. at the Brand Senior Center, 501 East Main Street, Moore. Programs are on subjects of inter-est to persons 50 years and over. Potluck dinner follows the program each month.

Moore Old Town Association meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at First United Methodist Church. For further infor-mation, contact Janie Milum at [email protected].

Malcolm Hunter Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution meets the second Wednesday of each month at Hillcrest Presbyterian Church, 6600 S. Penn, at 1 p.m. For more information, contact Pat Towns, 376-5653.

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The Oklahoma Women Veterans Organiza-tion meets at 11 a.m. the third Saturday during the months of: February, April, June, August, October, and December. Meeting location is the Sunnylane 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 and Southwestern. Civic organiza-tion dedicated to contributing and volun-teering in our community.

Moore Horseshoe Pitching Club. Every Thursday, 6 p.m. at Fairmoore Park. For more information, contact 237-1171

VFW Bruce January Post 8706. Meet monthly on the second Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Lynlee Mae Event Center, 501 W. Main in Moore. All veterans are welcome. For more information, con-tact Mike Eaton at 405-831-4405 or visit www.vfwpost8706.org.

WOMENSouth OKC Women’s Connection. This club meets every 3rd Wednesday at noon at Southern Hills Baptist Church, 8601 S. Penn, OKC. Call Joyce at 692-8792 for more information. Nursery provided!

Moms Club of Moore meets the second Thursday of the month at Westmoore Community Church. Visit our website: momsclubsofmoore.com

FITNESSFirst Baptist Church of Moore. FBC Moore Community Life/Recreation Center. Two basketball courts and racquetball courts, fitness center, walking/running track. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: Open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Friday: Open 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday: Open 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call 735-2527.

Tai Chi is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Thursday at 6 p.m. for ages 13 and up. The class is free. Call 405-793-2600 for info.

Karate is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. Sat-urday 9 a.m. to noon. The classes are free for anyone ages eight and up. Uniforms available at a discounted rate. Call 405-793-2600 for info.

Morning Fitness is available at First Bap-tist Church Moore every Monday at 9 a.m. Ages 40 and up preferred. The class is $2. Call 405-793-2600 for more information.

Morning Bootcamp is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Ages 13 and up. The class is $2. Call 405-793-2600 for more information.

Afternoon Bootcamp is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Tuesday and Thursday at 6 p.m. Ages 13 and up. The class is $2. Call 405-793-2600 for info.

Pickleball is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11 a.m. Ages 10 and up. The class is free. Call 405-793-2600 for info.

Zumba with Crystal happens at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday at First Christian Church, 629 NW 12th. Cost is $4 for one class or $15 for a five-class punch card. For more information contact Crystal Fori-nash at 405-626-8711; [email protected] or at the website crystal-nelson.zumba.com.

Senior Exercise at the Brand Senior Cen-ter is at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

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

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

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo Classes held Monday – Sunday at 117 Skylane Drive in Norman for ages 7 and up. A non-profit organization, all classes are offered in a family friendly environment at the small fee of $20 per month for an individual or $40 per month for a family. Discount

...uniforms are available. For more infor-mation, call 465-1925 or send an email to [email protected].

MUSIC/ARTSSouthern 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 Sarah Gee at 405-735-6387.

Sooner Sensation Show Chorus, Sweet Adelines. Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at Fresh Start Church. 309 N Eastern. Call 436-5828 for more information.

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

Beth Haven Baptist Church, 12400 S. Western hosts a HOPE Addictions Recov-ery meeting every Weds. at 6:30 p.m. Call Pastor Rick Carter at 691-6990 for info.

First Baptist Church Grief Share. Support group for individuals and family members struggling with life events such as death, divorce, disappointments; and learn-ing healthy ways to cope with life. Meets weekly on Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 301 NE 27th Street. Contact Joyce Erwin at 826-6749 for info.

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. Call Joel at 202-8741 for more information.

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CHILDREN’S DEPT.

Story Time 10 a.m. - Tues, May 5, 12, 19, 26

Books, Barks and Buddies 6:30 p.m. - Tues, May 5, 19

Lapsit Story Time10 and 10:45 a.m. - Wed, May 6, 13, 20, 27

Make and Take 10 a.m. - Thurs, May 14, 28

Sensory Story Time10 a.m. – Fri, May 15

Read, Create and Play11 a.m. - Sat, May 16

Library ClosedSunday, May 24 and Mon, May 25

Movie in the Park at Little River Park8:30 p.m. - Fri, May 29

Summer Reading Program Kickoff 10 a.m. – Sat, May 30

TEENS AND ADULTS

Children’s Clothing Swap Drop-Off1 p.m. – Fri, May 1

Children’s Clothing Swap10 a.m. – Sat, May 2 Beginner’s Yoga6 p.m. – Mon, May 4, 11, 18,

Computer Basics: For Beginners9:30 a.m. – Tues, May 5

CHILDREN’S DEPT.

Sensory Story Time10 a.m. – Friday, May 1

Children’s Story Time and Craft10 a.m. and 11 a.m. - Mon, May 4, 11, 18

Lego Quest4:30 p.m. – Tuesday, May 5

Baby Story Time 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. – Thursday, May 7, 14, 21, 28

After School Kids (ASK)4:30 p.m. – Thursday, May 7

TweenScene Stop Candy Sushi 4:30 p.m. – Tuesday, May 12

TLC (Touch, Learn and Create)10 a.m. – Wednesday, May 20

Library ClosedSunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25

Summer Reading Program Kickoff 1 p.m. – Saturday, May 30

Moore Public LibraryTeen Space Architects Youth Studio Project 6 p.m. – Tues, May 5

Tai Chi10 a.m. – Wednesday, May 6, 13, 20, 2710 a.m. – Sat, May 9, 16, 23, 30

Zumba6 p.m. – Thurs, May 7, 21

Eating and Exercising for Better Health7 p.m. – Thurs, May 7

Basic Microsoft Word 20109:30 a.m. – Tues, May 12

Computer Basics: Using the Internet11 a.m. – Tues, May 12

eReader Genealogy 10 a.m. – Thurs, May 14

Lego Mindstorm Robots Noon - Sat, May 16

On the Same Page Book Discussion 5:30 p.m. - Mon, May 18

Homemade Spa Treatments6:30 p.m. – Tues, May 19

eBay Selling6:30 p.m. – Thurs, May 21

Library ClosedSun, May 24 and Mon, May 25

Genealogy Assistance 1 p.m. – May 28

Moore Reads Book Discussion 6:30 p.m. – Thursday, May 28

TEENS AND ADULTS

Pilates6 p.m. – Monday, May 4, 11, 18

Zumba7 p.m. – Monday, May 4, 11, 18

Computer Basics11 a.m. – Tuesday, May 5

Burlap Wreaths 6:30 p.m. – Tuesday, May 5

“Believe In Me” Movie Showing7 p.m. – Tuesday, May 12

Penn Avenue Literacy Society Book Discussion6:30 p.m. – Thursday, May 14

Computer Basics: Email11 a.m. – Tuesday, May 19

Adult Paint Night7 p.m. – Tuesday, May 19


Business Connections BookDiscussion Group11 a.m. – Wednesday, May 27


Events

SW OKC Public Library


MOORE COMMUNITY CENTER

Normal Hours of OperationMon - Thur: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.Fri: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Sat: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sun: Closed

Open Gym15 & under (school ID recommended)Monday - Friday: 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

16 & up (must have ID)Monday - Wednesday: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pmSat: 10am-5:30pm

Hours are subject to change without notice. Gym may be closed at any time due to special events, league play, or other activities.

Zumba Fitness at Moore Community Center, $15 a month per person or $5 per class. Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m., Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. Instructor, Ritchel Schultz. For more information, call 405-793-5090.

Tippi Toes at Moore Community Center High-energy dance classes for ages 15 months to ten years. Mini shows will be held in the fall with a spring recital in May. Tuition is $50 per month and registration is $30, which includes a t-shirt. Visit www.tippitoesdance.com or call 361-3620 for information.

Schedule is as follows:Tuesday 4:45 p.m.: Ballet, Tap and Jazz (ages 3-4)Tuesday 5:30 p.m.: Toddler & Me (ages 18 months-3 years)Tuesday 6:15 p.m.: Ballet, Tap and Jazz (ages 3-4)Wednesday 6:00 p.m.: Ballet, Tap and Jazz (ages 3-4)Thursday 5:30 p.m.: Baby Ballet & Tiny Toes (ages 2-3)Thursday 6:15 p.m.: Ballet, Tap and Jazz (ages 5-7)Thursday 7:00 p.m.: Hip Hop (ages 4-6)Thursday 7:00 p.m.: Hip Hop (ages 7-10)

TEENS AND ADULTS

Pilates6 p.m. – Monday, May 4, 11, 18

Zumba7 p.m. – Monday, May 4, 11, 18

Computer Basics11 a.m. – Tuesday, May 5

Burlap Wreaths 6:30 p.m. – Tuesday, May 5

“Believe In Me” Movie Showing7 p.m. – Tuesday, May 12

Penn Avenue Literacy Society Book Discussion6:30 p.m. – Thursday, May 14

Computer Basics: Email11 a.m. – Tuesday, May 19

Adult Paint Night7 p.m. – Tuesday, May 19


Business Connections BookDiscussion Group11 a.m. – Wednesday, May 27


City of MooreParks & Recreation

For more info on activities and times, call 793-9069. May 1 10:00 a.m. MCOA Monthly MeetingMay 4 10:00 a.m. Country Music House SingersMay 7 10:00 a.m. Wii Bowling 10:00 a.m. U-TriviaMay 12 10:00 a.m. Last Chance Band 10:00 a.m. Library 10:30 a.m. Blood Pressure and Sugar Checks provided by Loving CareMay 14 10:00 a.m. Rachel Lahr to sing 10:30 a.m. Volunteer Appreciation PartyMay 18 10:00 a.m. MCOA Board MeetingMay 19 10:00 a.m. Country Music House Singers 12:30 p.m. AARP Board MeetingMay 20 11:45 a.m. Fresh Cobbler provided by Village on the ParkMay 21 10:30 a.m. “Tornado Preparedness Safety” provided by City of Moore Emergency Manager Gayland Kitch 10:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Checks provided by Arbor HouseMay 25 Closed for Memorial Day May 26 10:00 a.m. BINGO provided by Allegiance Credit Union 6:00 p.m. AARP Monthly Meeting & Potluck DinnerMay 28 10:30 a.m. “Fall Prevention” provided by Tiffany from Angels Care

Exercise: Mon, Wed, Fri 10:15 a.m. ExerciseWednesday 12:15 p.m. Line Dancing LessonsThursday 9-11 a.m. Wood CarvingThursday 1 p.m. Oil Painting

Dominos, Card Games, Jig-Saw puzzles, Pool, Quilting, and volunteer work to assist the homebound is available at the Brand Center daily.

Moore Council On Aging Bus Service: 799-3130 Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the city of Moore for errands or appointments 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., 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 and above, $2.25. Re-quired cost for meal for guests under 60, $5.00

Brand Senior Center


Calendar of Events - May 2015MAY 1 – FRIDAY Citywide Garage Sale. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Citywide Garage Sale will run from April 30 to May 3. Citizens can host a garage sale this weekend without a per-mit, but are asked to register their sale with the City of Moore on www.cityofmoore.com. All registered sales will be added to a map for shoppers to use.

South OKC Rotary Club. Noon. Southwest Integris Cancer Center. Southwest 44th and South Western, Oklahoma City

The Arizona Kid U.S. Marshal. The Yellow Rose Din-ner Theater, 1005 SW 4th Street, Moore. The Yellow Rose Dinner Theater presents one of its longest running and most successful shows. Join the cast for an exciting and romantic ride into the Old West with appearances from outlaws, gun fighters, saloon girls, and the man who wears the badge and dishes out the justice. This family-friendly produc-tion tells the story of faith, challenge, romance and adventure. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 405-793-7779. All tickets include dinner & show.

The Cherry Orchard. 7:30 p.m. Oklahoma City Com-munity College Bruce Owen Theater, 7777 S. May Ave, Oklahoma City. Come see OCCC Theatre present “The Cherry Orchard” by Anton Checkhov. It will be held in the Bruce Owen Theater from April 30- May 2. For more information, contact the Division of Arts at 405-686-6278.

MAY 2 – SATURDAYCitywide Garage Sale. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Citywide Garage Sale will run from April 30 to May 3. Citizens can host a garage sale this weekend without a per-mit, but are asked to register their sale with the City of Moore on www.cityofmoore.com. All registered sales will be added to a map for shoppers to use.

Free Comic Book Day. 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. New City Shopping Center, 625 N. Moore Avenue, Moore. DZ Comics & Gaming will be hosting our 2015 Free Comic Book Day. Free Comics, Bounce House, Ball Bounce, Face Painting, and special guest artists and writers. Attendees will also have the chance to meet their favorite superhero or learn the ways of the force from Master Jedi Cody. Free Admission. For more information, call 405-735-3994.

Moore Norman Technology Center’s Red Carpet Film Festival. 7:00 p.m. University of Oklahoma Meacham Auditorium, 900 Asp Ave, Norman. The eight student-produced short films to be show-cased are: “Viola,” “Face Your Fears,” “Omertà,” “A Blind Date,” “Casserole,” “Like Father, Like Son,” “The Babysitter” and “Camilla & Jane.” Tickets are $8 and must be purchased in advance due to limited seat-ing. Tickets may be purchased by cash or check at MNTC’s Franklin Road Campus inside the IT Building, or by calling 364-5763, ext. 4120 for info.

The Arizona Kid U.S. Marshal. The Yellow Rose Dinner Theater, 1005 SW 4th Street, Moore.

The Cherry Orchard. 7:30 p.m. Oklahoma City Com-munity College Bruce Owen Theater, 7777 S. May Ave, Oklahoma City. Come see OCCC Theatre present “The Cherry Orchard” by Anton Checkhov. It will be

...held in the Bruce Owen Theater from April 30 - May 2. For more information, contact the Division of Arts at 405-686-6278.

MAY 3 – SUNDAYCitywide Garage Sale. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Citywide Garage Sale will run from April 30 to May 3. Citizens can host a garage sale this weekend without a per-mit, but are asked to register their sale with the City of Moore on www.cityofmoore.com. All registered sales will be added to a map for shoppers to use.

Oklahoma City Cinco de Mayo Festival. 1:00 to 9:00 p.m. Plaza Mayor at the Crossroads, 7000 Crossroads Blvd., Oklahoma City. OKC Cinco de Mayo Festival will feature a true Mexican fiesta with music, dancing, food, a rodeo and plenty of culture. For more information, go to www.plazamayorokc.com or contact Robert Ruiz at 405-631-4422.

MAY 4 – MONDAYCity Council Meeting. 6:30pm, Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

Celebrate Recovery Support Group. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Faith Crossing Baptist Church, 13701 S. Pennsylva-nia, Oklahoma City

Moore High School Spring Jazz Concert. 7:00 p.m. Moore High School Auditorium, 300 N. Eastern Ave. 5 Loaves Lunch. 12:25 p.m. to 1:10 p.m. Moore First United Methodist Church, 201 West Main Street, Moore. Serving lunch to high school students to help ease the traffic, drive and expense of going out to lunch. Transportation from Moore High School is available outside the auditorium doors.

South OKC Chamber of Commerce Golf Tourna-ment. 10:30 a.m. Trosper Park Golf Course, 2301 SE 29th Street, Oklahoma City. For more information, call 405-634-1436 or visit www.southokc.com

Voice of the Heartland Semi-Finals Event. 7:00 p.m. Sooner Theatre, 101 E Main St, Norman. Tickets for the preliminary event are $10. For more infor-mation, visit voiceoftheheartland.org.

MAY 5 – TUESDAYCancer Support Group. 6:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 201 W Main Street, Moore. Call Richelle Leibold at 794-6671.

OCCC Jazz Band Concert. 7:00 p.m. Oklahoma City Community College Bruce Owen Theater, 7777 S. May Ave, Oklahoma City. Admission is free.

Parks Board Meeting. 7:00 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

MAY 6 – WEDNESDAY American Legion. 207 SW 1st Street, Moore. Open for all veterans from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call for more information 794-5446

Moore Rotary Club. Noon, Belmar Golf Club, 1025 E. Indian Hills Road, Moore

Soul Food Community Dinner. 5:30- 6:30 p.m. Moore First United Methodist Church. 201 West Main Street. Free community dinner each Wednesday to feed your appetite for food, fun, fellowship, and friends. The menu is up at moorechurch.com

MAY 7 – THURSDAYDance Featuring “The Killin’ Time Band.” 7:00-9:30 p.m. 8251 E. Reno. Playing your favorite country, old rock n’ roll, blues, and jazz music. Call (405) 737-7611 for more information.

Moore Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. 8:00 a.m. Sam’s Club, 116 SW 19th Street, Moore.

Moore Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. 2:30 p.m. Sala Solutions, 2616 N. Moore Avenue, Moore.

Moore High School Spring Choir Concert. 7:00 p.m. Moore High School Auditorium, 300 N. Eastern Ave.

The Arizona Kid U.S. Marshal. The Yellow Rose Din-ner Theater, 1005 SW 4th Street, Moore.

VFW Bruce January Post 8706 Monthly Meeting. 7 p.m. Lynlee Mae Event Center, 501 W. Main Street, Moore. Join us on the second Thursday of every month for our meeting. All veterans are welcome. For more information, call Mike Eaton at 405-831-4405 or check out the website at vfwpost8706.org

Voice of the Heartland Finals Event. 7:00 p.m. Southwind Hills Event Barn, 468 SW 24th Ave, Goldsby. Tickets for the final event are $100 and include dinner and dancing. All proceeds go to performing arts education. For more information or to donate, visit voiceoftheheartland.org.

Westmoore High School Spring Band Concert. 7:00 p.m. Westmoore High School Auditorium, 12613 S. Western Ave, Oklahoma City

MAY 8 – FRIDAY Northmoor Elementary’s 50th Birthday Celebration. 10:00 a.m. Northmoor Elementary Gym, 211 NE 19th St, Moore. Northmoor is turning 50 years and is calling for all all-star alumni to return for a special celebration. The morning will begin by honoring former All-Stars at our Starshine assembly, and then all alumni are invited to visit classrooms and share memories. For more information, please contact the Northmoor office at 405-735-4420.

South OKC Rotary Club. Noon. Southwest Integris Cancer Center. Southwest 44th and South Western, Oklahoma City

The Arizona Kid U.S. Marshal. The Yellow Rose Din-ner Theater, 1005 SW 4th Street, Moore.

MAY 9 – SATURDAYCome Saturday Breakfast. 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Moore First United Methodist Church, 201 W. Main Street, Moore. The free meal is aimed at helping families and seniors make ends meet by providing breakfast on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month.

Friday Night Live For Him. 6:30 p.m. First Baptist Church of Moore, 301 N. 27th Street, Moore. Friday Night Live for Him!! Join the Singles of FBC Moore for Friday Night Live for HIM. There’s a dinner for a small charge at 6:30 p.m. in the Atrium followed by a wonderful time of musical entertainment and inspiration with “The Good News Brothers”. Recreation and table games to follow until 10:00 p.m. Call 793-2624 for more information, or e-mail [email protected].


MAY 11 – MONDAYCelebrate Recovery Support Group 6:30-8:30 p.m. Faith Crossing Baptist Church, 13701 S. Pennsylva-nia, Oklahoma City

5 Loaves Lunch. 12:25 p.m. to 1:10 p.m. Moore First United Methodist Church, 201 West Main Street, Moore. Serving lunch to high school students to help ease the traffic, drive and expense of going out to lunch. Transportation from Moore High School is available outside the auditorium doors.

Liberty Republican Women Meeting. 7 p.m. Western Sizzlin Steakhouse, 1317 N. Moore Avenue, Moore. For more information, contact Connie Jo Gardner at 405-831-9058.

Moore Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament. 10:30 a.m. Belmar Golf Club, 1025 E. Indian Hills Road, Moore. For more info, call 405-794-3400.

Moore Public Schools School Board Meeting. 6 p.m. MPS Administration Building, 1500 SE 4th Street, Moore.

Westmoore High School Spring Choir Concert. 8:00 a.m. Westmoore High School Auditorium, 12613 S. Western Ave, Oklahoma City


Planning Commission Meeting. 7:00 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

Moore Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. 3:00 p.m. Hair Central, 115 N. Broadway Street, Moore.

Moore High School Spring Band Concert. 7:00 p.m. Moore High School Auditorium, 300 N. Eastern Ave.

Networking Lunch. 11:45 a.m. Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main Street, Moore. Cost is $10. RSVP at www.moorechamber.com.

MAY 13 – WEDNESDAYAmerican Legion. 207 SW 1st Street, Moore. Open for all veterans from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call for more information 794-5446



Soul Food Community Dinner. 5:30- 6:30 p.m. Moore First United Methodist Church. 201 West Main Street. Free community dinner each Wednes-day to feed your appetite for food, fun, fellowship, and friends. The menu is at moorechurch.com

MAY 14 – THURSDAYDance Featuring “The Killin’ Time Band.” 7:00-9:30 p.m. 8251 E. Reno. Playing your favorite country, old rock n’ roll, blues, and jazz music. Call (405) 737-7611 for more information.

Moore Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. 2:00 p.m. 1st Oklahoma Construction, 2316 N. Broadway Street, Moore.

Public Meeting to Discuss Flooding. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Brand Senior Center, 501 E. Main, Moore. This will be an informal come-and-go meeting where residents can speak directly to a storm water engi-neer about existing drainage concerns or potential city drainage improvement projects in preparation for the creation of the Master Drainage Plan.


MAY 15 – FRIDAYSouth OKC Rotary Club. Noon. Southwest Integris Cancer Center. Southwest 44th and South Western, Oklahoma City

In The Groove for Possibilities: 70’s and 80’s Themed Dance Benefit. 7:30 p.m. The Center, 4325 NW 50th Street, Oklahoma City. Tickets are $30 a person. All proceeds go to benefit Possibilities, Inc. For more information or tickets, call 405-525-3131 or visit possibilitiesinc.org.


MAY 16 – SATURDAYAlive at 25: Free Youth Driver Awareness Class. 8 a.m. to Noon. Moore Norman Technology Center, 13301 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Oklahoma City. The four-hour course focuses on behaviors young drivers and passengers typically display behind the wheel. Students learn about the devastating consequences of practicing risky driving behaviors by watching interactive videos, sharing driving experiences, and role-playing various driving situation. For more information or to enroll in the Alive at 25 classes call 364-5763, ext. 7260 or visit www.mntc.edu.

BikeMoore. 9:30 a.m. Buck Thomas Park, 1901 NE 12th Street, Moore. The 8th Annual BikeMoore Event allows families and bicycle enthusiasts alike to experience biking to school, work, and for recreation. The free ride will start and finish at the east entrance to Buck Thomas Park. The two route options available are: 5 miles and 2.75 miles. All ages and experience levels are welcome. The event will also include food, free t-shirts, and giveaways. To register, go to www.cityofmoore.com.

Oklahoma Strong Run. 7:15 a.m. 3300 Market Place, Norman. The sanctioned 5K is set to begin at 8:30 a.m. and the one-mile Fun Run/Walk kicks off at 8:00 a.m. Participants can register online at oklahomastrongmonument.com and also onsite the morning of the run starting at 7:15 a.m. Registra-tion costs are $35 per individual for the 5K and $30 per individual for the Fun Walk/Run. All proceeds benefit the Oklahoma Strong Monument Project. For more info, visit oklahomastrongmonument.com.


MAY 18 – MONDAY City Council Meeting. 6:30pm, Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

Celebrate Recovery Support Group. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Faith Crossing Baptist Church, 13701 S. Pennsylva-nia, Oklahoma City

Moore Economic Development Authority Meeting. 6:30 p.m. Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

Santa Express Golf Tournament. 9:00 a.m. Moore Athletic Golf Club, 920 SW 19th Street, Moore. The Moore Firefighters are hosting the 6th Annual Santa Express Charity Golf Tournament. All proceeds will be used to provide gifts for underprivileged chil-dren in the community. For more information, con-tact Ronnie Rawson at 405-823-4542 or [email protected]. To register: cityofmoore.com. 5 Loaves Lunch. 12:25 p.m. to 1:10 p.m. Moore First United Methodist Church, 201 West Main Street, Moore. Serving lunch to high school students to help ease the traffic, drive and expense of going out to lunch. Transportation from Moore High School is available outside the auditorium doors.


Moore Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. 3:00 p.m. Mission Point Apartments, 2900 S. I-35 Service Road, Moore.



Soul Food Community Dinner. 5:30- 6:30 p.m. Moore First United Methodist Church. 201 West Main Street. Free community dinner each Wednes-day to feed your appetite for food, fun, fellowship, and friends. The menu can is at moorechurch.com

MAY 21 – THURSDAYBusiness After Hours. 5:00 p.m. Masters House, 223 S. Broadway Street, Moore.

Dance Featuring “The Killin’ Time Band.” 7:00-9:30 p.m. 8251 E. Reno. Playing your favorite country, old rock n’ roll, blues, and jazz music. Call (405) 737-7611 for more information.

Networking Breakfast. 8 a.m. Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main Street, Moore. Cost is $8. RSVP at www.moorechamber.com.

Old Town Farmer’s Market. 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. Moore Community Center South Parking Lot, 301 S. Howard Avenue, Moore.

Southmoore High School Black Light Performance. 7:00 p.m. Southmoore High School Auditorium, 2901 S. Santa Fe Ave, Moore


MAY 22 – FRIDAYSouth OKC Rotary Club. Noon. Southwest Integris Cancer Center. Southwest 44th and South Western, Oklahoma City


MAY 23 – SATURDAYCome Saturday Breakfast. 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Moore ...First United Methodist Church, 201 W. Main Street, Moore. The free meal is aimed at helping families and seniors make ends meet by providing breakfast on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month.

Moore High School Graduation. 9:30 a.m. Cox Con-vention Center, 1 Myriad Gardens, Oklahoma City.

Westmoore High School Graduation. 2:00 p.m. Cox Convention Center, 1 Myriad Gardens, OKC

Southmoore High School Graduation. 6:30 p.m. Cox Convention Center, 1 Myriad Gardens, OKC

Old Town Farmer’s Market. 8:00 a.m. to Noon. Moore Community Center South Parking Lot, 301 S. Howard Avenue, Moore.


MAY 25 – MONDAYMemorial Day Ceremony and Wall of Honor Dedication. 10:00 a.m. Veteran’s Memorial Park, 1900 SE 4th Street, Moore

City of Moore Offices Closed. All-day. Trash collections services will run as normal.

Moore Chamber of Commerce Office Closed. All-Day.

MAY 26 – TUESDAY Ambassador Breakfast. 8:00 a.m. Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main Street, Moore. RSVP at www.moorechamber.com.

Cancer Support Group. 6:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 201 W Main Street, Moore. Call Richelle Leibold at 794-6671.

Caregiver Support Group. 3:00 p.m. at Village on the Park, 1515 Kingsridge Drive, Oklahoma City. Be-ing a caregiver is the hardest job there is. This sup-port group meets the 4th Tuesday of each month. There will be an educational topic followed by open discussion with other caregivers. Refreshments will be served. For more information contact Karen Proctor at 405-692-8700 or [email protected].



Soul Food Community Dinner. 5:30- 6:30 p.m. Moore First United Methodist Church. 201 West Main Street. Free community dinner each Wednes-day to feed your appetite for food, fun, fellowship, and friends. The menu is at moorechurch.com

MAY 28 – THURSDAYBusiness Before Hours. 8:00 a.m. Village on the Park, 1515 Kingsridge Drive, Oklahoma City.

Dance Featuring “The Killin’ Time Band.” 7:00-9:30 p.m. 8251 E. Reno. Playing your favorite country, old rock n’ roll, blues, and jazz music. Call (405) 737-7611 for more information.

Old Town Farmer’s Market. 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. Moore Community Center South Parking Lot, 301 S. Howard Avenue, Moore.

MAY 29 – FRIDAYMovie in the Park. 9:00 p.m. Little River Park, 700 SW 4th Street, Moore. A fun night for the whole family watching Big Hero 6 under the stars. Bring your own blanket or chair for this fun-filled event.

Relay for Life of Moore. 6:00 p.m. to Midnight. Moore Community Center, 301 S. Howard, Moore. To sign-up or donate, go to relayforlife.org/mooreok

South OKC Rotary Club. Noon. Southwest Integris Cancer Center. Southwest 44th and South Western.

MAY 30 – SATURDAYCT Clothing Closet. 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Cross-Timbers United Methodist Church, 3004 S. Sunnyl-ane, Moore. CrossTimbers UMC Clothing Closet is a place where those in need can find men’s clothing, women’s clothing, and kid’s clothing, along with shoes and accessories. All sizes are available and are free for community members.

Old Town Farmer’s Market. 8:00 a.m. to Noon. Moore Community Center South Parking Lot, 301 S. Howard Avenue, Moore.

Calendar of Events - May 2015




The Big Summer Movie Preview - Part Two

Last month we took a look at the big-time epic summer movies headed your way for the summer of 2015. This month we leave behind the superheroes, dinosaurs, and disasters for a look at the rest of the film lineup.

PITCH PERFECT 2 - MAY 15Director: Elizabeth BanksWriters: Kay Cannon and Mickey RapkinStarring: Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Hailee Steinfeld, Brittany Snow

The Barden Bellas are back and they’re taking their a cappella musical talents to an international competition that no American team has ever won before. The first Pitch Perfect notched $113 million at the box office, making it the second-highest grossing music comedy film of all time (behind Jack Black’s “School of Rock”). Elizabeth Banks steps into the role of director as the Bellas challenge the snooty European champions, Das Sound Machine.

STATUS: Will get your toes a tappin’.

ALOHA - MAY 29Director: Cameron CroweWriters: Cameron CroweStarring: Emma Stone, Bradley Cooper, Rachel McAdams, Jay Baruchel

Cameron Crowe has produced some of the most memorable and iconic romantic movie moments of all time. Remember a trench-coat-clad Lloyd Dobler ( John Cusack) lifting a boom box blaring Peter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes” over his head in 1989’s “Say Anything”? How about the Tom Cruise-Renee Zellweger “You had me at hello.” climax of 1996’s “Jerry Maguire”? Crowe is back with this tale of a military contractor (Bradley Cooper) returning to the site of one of his greatest triumphs and reconnecting with a long-lost love.

STATUS: In Crowe we trust.

ENTOURAGE - JUNE 5Director: Doug EllinWriters: Doug Ellin, Rob WeissStarring: Adrian Grenier, Jeremy Piven, Kevin Connolly, Jerry Ferrara

There’s a lot of excitement for this project, but to be honest it’s coming mostly from the fans of Entourage who made the series a hit when it was aired back on HBO from 2004-2011. The entire Entourage crew has reunited for this big-screen version that picks up the story of Vincent Chase (Adrian Grenier) a young A-list movie star and his crew of friends. For those unfamiliar with Entourage, it’s loosely based on the experiences of Mark Wahlberg and deals with themes of male friendship and real-life Hollywood experiences. Just like the HBO series you can expect a long list of cameos from real-life celebrities and athletes.

STATUS: A must-see for Entourage fans. More of a “meh” for everyone else.

INSIDE OUT - JUNE 19Directors: Peter Docter and Ronaldo Del CarmenWriters: Pete DocterStarring: Diane Lane, Mindy Kaling, Amy Poehler, Kyle MacLachlan

Meet the voices inside your head. The tween years can be a bumpy emotional road and nobody knows animated emotion like Pixar. The animation standard-bearers have created a series of characters, each representing a particular emotion of a young girl named Riley. They attempt to help her navigate her family’s move from a small Midwestern town to San Francisco. The bril-liant trailer has lifted expectations for this Pixar effort into the clouds.

STATUS: Listen to that little voice that says, “Go see this movie.”


PAN - JULY 17Director: Joe WrightWriters: Jason Fuchs, J.M. BarrieStarring: Hugh Jackman, Levi Miller, Jimmy Vee, Cara Delevingne

We all know the story of Peter Pan, but have you ever wondered how Peter became “The Pan”? Joe Wright and Hugh Jackman take us on that journey, telling the story of an orphan who ends up in a magical place called “Neverland” on a journey to becoming the familiar hero. Young Levi Miller is in the title role while Jackman is on board as Blackbeard. The release date of this movie keeps getting pushed further and further into the summer. Not a good sign.

STATUS: Don’t get your hopes up, Tinkerbell.

PIXELS - JULY 24July 17Director: Chris ColumbusWriters: Adam McKay, Paul RuddStarring: Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Michelle Monaghan, Peter Dinklage

Adam Sandler’s recent film efforts have been nothing short of cringe-worthy, but there’s reason to hope that this time around the Columbia/Happy Madison brand is bringing something enter-taining to a megaplex near you. The concept for Pixels comes from a 2010 viral internet short in which 8-bit game pieces wreak havoc in a city. This 3D science fiction comedy fleshes out the concept by suggesting that an alien culture misunderstands a NASA message of peace as a decla-ration of war. Since the message includes video feeds of classic arcade video games the aliens respond by using the games as models for their various assaults. Not since the Stay-Puft marsh-mallow man lurched through the streets of New York have we ever looked forward to seeing fa-miliar icons become weapons of mass destruction.

STATUS: Guarded optimism - get a roll of quarters and get in line.

THE MAN FROM U.N.C.L.E - AUGUST 14Director: Guy RitchieWriters: Guy RitchieStarring: Henry Cavill, Armie Hammer, Alicia Vikander, Hugh Grant

When it comes to breathing new life into old television series, Hollywood’s success rate is de-cidedly questionable. For every “Star Trek” or “The Fugitive” win there are the painful reminders of “Bewitched” and “Wild Wild West.” The encouraging note on this attempt to bring a 1960’s era spy thriller to the big screen is that Guy Ritchie is running the show. If you ignore his disastrous pairing with Madonna in “Swept Away”, the British director has given us some great film moments with movies like “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels”, “Sherlock Holmes”, and “Snatch.” That kind of energy should work well with the story of CIA agent Napoleon Solo (Henry Cavill) and KGB operative Illya Kuryakin (Armie Hammer) teaming up to save the world from a mysterious criminal organization.

STATUS: Ritchie’s going to make the 60’s so cool.


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Through the years, I have worked in many sales departments. They all seem to have a personality of their own. Now I am building a department for my own small business. How can I tell which type of sales department I have and what kind of team should I strive for?

Generally, there are three types of sales departments:1. Order Takers – This sales department generally waits for the telephone

to ring or someone to walk in to the office. They often do a lot of paper pushing but very little sales activity. This sales department functions fairly well, in the good times, because they offer desirable products or services that have very few or no competitors. The danger here is that things change, competitors look at your highly unique product and want to emulate it. They see the small field of competition and want to take advantage of it. As the competition grows, this sales force has to adjust and work harder. Some succeed, many don’t.

2. Farmers - This sales department takes care of and nurtures their existing client base. They knows their clients well and know what they value. Good farmers understand who their best existing customers are and have them prioritized or rated, in order of importance to their organization. These sales departments care for their customer relationships by making proactive sales campaigns tailored to their existing customers based on size, growth potential and importance. They have strategies and tactics, perform regular independent customer surveys, reward loyalty, make sure they receive feedback and continue to understand their client’s problems and needs. They proactively cross-sell more of their products and services to their existing clients. This sales department understands the importance of customer happiness. They know that if they do not take good care of their existing clients, their competitors will be happy to take care of them.

3. Hunters – This sales department hunts! They are in the field almost always, not sitting around in the office pushing paper. They have researched their prospects, understand who their ideal clients are, where they hang out and what they value. They have a system which allows them to easily understand who their best prospects are, according to predetermined criteria and continually update their customer relationship management (CRM) database, flagging top prospects and removing low prospects, so they remain focused on accounts with the highest potential to become clients. This department has proactive strategies and tactics to develop prospects from cold suspects to hot prospects, to brand new clients (prospects who have never done business with the company before). They are expert networkers, relationship developers, they spend most of their time (80% as a rule of thumb) in the marketplace pursuing new clients, they love to help people and close.

To identify and understand which type of sales department you have, compare their characteristics to these three profiles: order takers, farmers, hunters. While elements of each are important, companies who are great hunters and farmers grow consistently in good times and bad. Companies whose sales departments are primarily order takers have significate risk of failure.

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MacKenzie Harlow

Robbie Stelle

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Allen Cheatwood

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Ethan Layne

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Bobby Nguyen

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Levi Thurman

Christian Wright

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Jacob Barber

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BY COLE POLAND

ALL-CITY WRESTLING

106Canon Randall (Westmoore) – 2015 State Champion

113Justin Gundlach (Moore) – won all city matches

120Dalton Duffield (Westmoore) – 2015 State Runner-up

126Conor Dooling (Southmoore) – 4x State qualifier

132Colby Moates (Moore) – Finished 3rd at 2015 State, won all city matches

160Deven Brewer (Westmoore) - Finished 4th at 2015 State

170Gabe Aleman (Southmoore) – 2015 State qualifier

182Bryce Hatton (Southmoore) – Finished 5th at 2015 West Regional

195Daevon Newton (Westmoore) – Finished 3rd at 2015 State

220Garrett Sanner (Moore) – Finished 4th at 2015 State

HWTBrey Walker (Southmoore) – 2015 State qualifier



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Q. How can I have the most productive garden this year?

A. This involves several variables, starting with healthy soil. Whether planting in your existing garden soil or in raised beds, work in organic materials such compost, grass clippings, shredded leaves, worm castings, manures, coffee grounds or any combination of them. Most of these can be obtained free. It will take some years of application to develop good, viable soil, but the effort is worth the energy expended on it.

Timing is a serious consideration when attempting to plant in the spring. Remember the old truism, patience is a virtue. Some vegetables enjoy the cooler climate like peas, lettuce, spinach and the root crops, and they can be planted early.

When you believe that the last freeze is over, then you can plant the warm-weather crops like tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and okra. These vegetables like it warm to hot, so wait a few weeks before attempting to set out these plants. Here is a recommended site for good information: www.MotherEarthNews.com/What-To-Plant-Now

While states like California are facing serious drought and water rationing, Oklahoma has been blessed with ample rain recently. Some California farmers didn’t plant crops at all this year because without moisture, seeds won’t germinate.

Weather predictions for the summer of 2015 indicate very hot conditions. Heavy mulching along with a systematic watering system is essential for a good harvest.

A really inexpensive way to learn more about plant varieties is through free seed catalogs. They feature color photos of vegetables and general information about size of seeds, depth to sow the seeds, time to germination and days to harvest—among other pertinent facts. It’s like taking a mini-Hort. 101.

Here in North America, we can buy fresh garden seeds for every season. When you get a packet, be sure to read important information found on the reverse side. You may be surprised to learn that the seeds will only germinate at the rate of 80 to 85 percent. You’ll note that some seeds may be started indoors six to eight weeks before the last frost date. Other seeds can be sown directly into the soil. Because seeds such as corn or beans have hard shells, they should be soaked in water overnight before planting.

Here are some examples of seed and plant catalogs that can be obtained free:

• Botanical Interests - www.BotanicalInterests.com• Johnny’s Selected Seeds - www.Johnny’sSeeds.com• Territorial Seed Co - www.TerritorialSeed.com.

In order to save space, consider growing vertically. When you grow tomatoes, place a cage and a stake around the plant to encourage it to grow straight and tall. Many indeterminate tomato plants can reach a height of five to seven feet, so be prepared.

As I recall the story of the so-called Three Sisters—corn, squash, and pole beans—it was the Iroquois Indians who met the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock. They taught the new citizens how to farm, which proved to be a life-saving gesture. They planted corn first and waited until it reached some height, then the pole beans climbed the corn, and the squash provided shade to minimize moisture evaporation.

Don’t forget about pollinators and pests. In Louise Riotte’s book, Carrots Love Tomatoes, she recommends certain vegetables and flowers be planted near each other to act either as attractors for pollinators or to exude aromas that thwarts bad bugs. I heartily recommend this book and refer to it frequently.

ResourcesYour public libraryLocal garden workshops and clubsRetailers of garden suppliesFarm markets

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BY ROB MORRIS

MACU’s Coach Willie Holley’s Unexpected Journeyto the College Hoops Mountaintop

Adolph Rupp. Bob Knight. Dean Smith. Eddie Sutton.The names are familiar to college basketball fans

of all ages. Now you can add Mid-America Christian University’s Willie Holley to that elite group of coaches who won more than 800 games over the course of their career. Holley retires with 813 wins, but perhaps the most unexpected revelation about his remarkable journey is that coaching was not in his plans when he showed up at Gulf Coast Bible College in Houston, Texas back in 1972.

“I really had no intention of coaching,” said Holley. “I came for a semester to take some Bible classes and I was going to move on.”

Gulf Coast Bible College later moved to Oklahoma City and became Mid-America Christian University. And Holley’s one semester turned into a 43-year career that includes 42 as the athletic director of Mid-America Christian University (MACU). His transition from student to architect of an entire athletic program wasn’t all that dramatic. In fact, Holley says he became involved for a very simple reason.

“Gulf Coast was located in the inner city of Houston and had no athletic facilities and no equipment,” said Holley, “The student body simply needed something and God placed me in that situation where I just tried to meet the need by getting some activities going.”

Beginning with a $1,000 budget Holley gradually built a full athletic program with a men’s basketball team at the center. Even though he’d never been a coach or an assistant coach Holley assumed coaching responsibilities while also serving as the athletic director.

“It wasn’t anything that I planned at all. I was just trying to be obedient to the call of God in my life and meet the

needs surrounding me,” Holley said, “What evolved is that God built the program and he deserves all the honor and glory for it. I just came along for the ride.”

It’s been a ride that included back-to-back National Christian College Athletic Association championships in the 90’s as well as another championship in 2004. Holley’s final season at MACU was one of his most successful. The Evangels put together a 24-10 record on their way to their first Sooner Athletic Conference regular season championship while also earning their first trip to the NAIA National Tournament in Kansas City. MACU won their first two games in the national tourney before falling to Westmont (CA) in the quarterfinals.

Holley said, “We’ve had a dream year this year with our five seniors. Our young men just stepped up and played some great basketball at the right time.”

Now that the season is over and retirement is upon him, Holley has a little more time to reflect on his remarkable career and the elite group of coaches he now rubs shoulders with. His win total puts him in 17th place on the list of all-time winningest college basketball coaches. As he talks his career he makes it clear that it wasn’t something he accomplished on his own.

“I haven’t scored a point in any of those games,” said Holley. “It’s all about the players and I’ve been very fortunate to have not just good players but good people.”

It’s those good people that make the years special for Holley, young men with high standards of character and a high work ethic.

Holley said, “Many times you don’t get the quickest of biggest athletes, but when you take someone who’s there for the right reason and they give all they have then you’re

successful whether you win a national championship or not.”

As for retirement plans, Holley expects to focus on two very specific areas: his wife’s antique shops and his two grandchildren.

“My wife has some antique shops at the Old Farmer’s Market in downtown Oklahoma City and we’re gonna spend some time with that business,” said Holley. “I’m not sure what else the Lord has but hopefully it will involve spending a lot of time with my grandkids and my family.”

Distance won’t be a problem for the Holleys. He and his wife Janet have three daughters, all of whom graduated from MACU and all of whom live within 15 miles of their parents.

That’s a short drive for Holley these days, something he likely appreciates when you consider all the miles he’s logged on his 43-year odyssey as the head coach and athletic director at Mid-America. Many would focus on the 813 wins as the centerpiece of that journey, but while Holley has a great appreciation for that number and the work it took to get there, he finds most of his reward in a different place.

“There was a chapel service when a gentleman by the name of Isaac Thomas talk about the idea that if God sent you somewhere, you went and you stayed put until he moved you,” said Holley. “That’s simply what happened in my life and in coaching: God put me there and I went based on what I knew as the call of God and he just kept me put there for the last 43 years.”


BY SARAH JENSEN AND RANDI MATTOX

EVENT SPOTLIGHT: Relay for Life of Moore 2015

Lace up your walking shoes and put on your favorite Oklahoma-themed clothing for a night of celebration and remembrance as the Moore community fights back against cancer.

On May 29, the American Cancer Society is inviting the entire Moore community to attend this year’s Relay for Life event at the Moore Community Center, located at 301 S. Howard Avenue. Whether you are partnering up with your friends or co-workers, this night will provide all with a unique chance to celebrate survivors and caretakers, raise awareness, and donate to the fight to find a cure. However, this year’s event will be different than ever before.

“We are really switching it up this year,” said Relay for Life community manager Mel Rogers. “This year, the event will be more of a carnival and block party. So while the purpose is still the same, we are changing the time frame and look of the event.”

As opposed to an overnight event, Roger said this year’s Relay for Life of Moore will start at 6 p.m. and end at midnight. Teams of eight or more will still take turns walking the track, but there will also be food trucks, games, and activities for everyone to participate in throughout the evening, really giving the event that block-party feel.

And key elements of Relay for Life will remain, including the Survivor Dinner provided by Chick-fil-A at 5 p.m. and the Survivor Lap at 6 p.m. immediately following the opening ceremonies.

“Things will kind of roll from there, and then we will wrap up at midnight,” Rogers said.

The theme for this year’s Relay for Life is “Together We Are OK.”

“Our idea is to celebrate everything Oklahoma. Whether that be by coming decked out in clothing for the OU Sooners, the OSU Cowboys, the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Tulsa Hurricanes, local school shirts, or even just Oklahoma pride

clothing,” said Rogers. “Everything about Oklahoma is our theme.”

In fact, Oklahomans are known for their giving spirit. And Rogers hopes that the community will attend and see the impact and benefit this event could have, long-term, on the community.

“It lets everybody forget about the fact that our town continues to be hit by storms that make people have really dire situations,” said Rogers. “We can all come together and celebrate what we are accomplishing in the fact that we are raising money and we are making progress towards a cure.”

This event also gives those fighting the disease to find support and hope in the others in attendance.

“Last year, there was a lady who attended who had just been diagnosed with lung cancer. She was only two or three days into her diagnosis. When she came to walk the Survivor Lap, she met another lady who had survived lung cancer,” Rogers said.

“What a great way to find someone who is going what you are going through—or has been there, done that—to support you during one of the most scary and difficult times of your life.”

And anyone can have an impact on the Relay for Life event whether as a team captain, a participant, or the contributor of a donation, large or small.

“If you don’t have time, perhaps you have money. If you don’t have money, perhaps you have time,” said Rogers. “Whether you want to give one dollar, five dollars, or fifty cents, it all helps in the fight to find a cure and raise awareness.”

For more information or to sign-up, go to relayforlife.org/mooreok, or contact Mel Rogers by phone at 405-841-5817, or email at [email protected].

What: Relay for Life of Moore

Where: Moore Community Center, 301 S. Howard

Date: Friday, May 29

Time: 6 p.m. to midnight

Sign up or donate: relayforlife.org/mooreok



MAY 1

Avengers: Age of UltronWhen Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and it is up to the Avengers to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plans

MAY 8

Hot PursuitAn inept police officer must protect the widow of a drug dealer from criminals and dirty policemen

MAY 15

Mad Max: Fury Road In a post-apocalyptic world, in which people fight to the death, Max teams up with a mysterious woman, Furiousa, to try and survive

Pitch Perfect 2A collegiate a cappella group called the Barden Bellas enter into an international competition that no American team has ever won before

MAY 22

TomorrowlandBound by a shared destiny, a teen bursting with scientific curiosity and a former boy-genius inventor embark on a mission to unearth the secrets of a place somewhere in time and space that exists in their collective memory

Spy A desk-bound CIA analyst volunteers to go un-dercover to infiltrate the world of a deadly arms dealer, and prevent diabolical global disaster

MAY 29

San Andreas In the aftermath of a massive earthquake in Cali-fornia, a rescue-chopper pilot makes a dangerous journey across the state in order to rescue his estranged daughter

Insidious: Chapter 3 A prequel set before the haunting of the Lam-bert family that reveals how gifted psychic Elise Rainier reluctantly agrees to use her ability to contact the dead in order to help a teenage girl who has been targeted by a dangerous super-natural entity

Editor’s Note: Each month our Movie Guide provides a listing of

top films expected at the Warren. Dates are subject to change.

Movie Guide - May 2015


BY COLE POLAND

OCCC To Close Aquatic Center

The Oklahoma City Community College Aquatic Center, home to the swim programs for Moore Schools as well as Putnam City Schools and Mustang Schools, is closing its doors after Labor Day.

After years of losing money, the school decided it is no longer feasible to upgrade and maintain the 25-year-old center. The school hired a consulting firm and determined the center needs around $6 million worth of upgrades.

In a letter to the school’s faculty and staff, president Paul Sechrist, wrote “(T)he operational financial losses of the Aquatic Center, coupled with the looming requirement to devote millions of dollars in the infrastructure and mechanical systems to maintain a training venue that is not core to the mission of the college, has in many ways, forced this decision.”

Still, given the loss of venue for so many schools and students and various other groups who use the pool, it hits hard.

“It’s going to be really hard to find another place and be able to build as a team like we did here,” says Moore junior, Ethan Layne. “This is where we bonded. This is where our friendships started.”

The main point students want to get across is that this center is not just some building that has to be maintained.

This pool has meaning to them that exceeds beyond budget sheets.

“When I was eight years old,” said Talitha Vicente, Westmoore senior, “I learned how to swim here at this pool.”

Vicente also works at the pool as a swim instructor, teaching the next generation of swimmers their first strokes.

There’s a legacy at the pool with everyone who uses it. Not everybody I asked to interview would. I was told they couldn’t talk about it without getting too emotional.

“This is where we belong,” Layne says.There were rumblings going around that the school

might close the facility but nothing ever sounded like a done deal. Until April 15. That’s when OCCC sent the press release with the announcement.

Brian Fitzgerald, Moore Schools athletic director, found out about it only days before.

“We didn’t have a heads-up or anything like that from OCCC to try to put a plan in place prior to,” he said.

That has left the district scrambling for a solution in order to keep the programs from sinking.

“I’ve got a call in to OU,” Fitzgerald said. “The Earlywine Y[MCA] has reached out to us. I don’t know that that

would be a long-term solution. Probably looking at the Cleveland County Y[MCA] just to inquire to see if they have any availability at all.”

It’s a tough spot for everyone involved. How can the college justify losing upwards of $300,000 a year? What do we tell the athletes who grew up at that pool, met their closest friends at that pool, and still swim at that pool every single day? What is the school district to do right now so as not to lose any programs or athletes?

“We are not happy that we have to do this,” OCCC spokesperson Deirdre Steiner said. “It is difficult because we do know that there is a group in the community that really uses this facility.”

“We’re going to do everything possible under our power to find a suitable place for them to practice,” Fitzgerald said. “But at this point, I don’t see the district building a pool.”

“It’s never really been about the swimming so much as it’s been about the community,” said Laura Kate Seitsinger, Westmoore senior. “At Westmoore, I feel like those are like my siblings and even the whole pool community as an entire entity. We’re all in it together.”


Norman Regional Is Where The Healing Begins

Norman Regional Health System remains committed

to serving the community of Moore. Only six months

after the May 20, 2013 tornado destroyed Moore

Medical Center we opened our temporary facilities on

the site of the former hospital. Since that time we have

served the emergency needs of the community with our

temporary Emergency Services facility, which has seen

well over 22,000 patients. In addition, we also offer

outpatient laboratory, diagnostic imaging and physical

therapy services at this convenient location.

Meanwhile, construction on the new Norman

Regional Moore facility continues to progress.

If you’ve driven by 700 South Telephone Road recently

you have seen the building is really starting to take

shape. The first and second floors have been poured and

we are well on our way to framing the third and fourth

stories. Once the framework has reached the building’s

full height we will celebrate the milestone with a

topping off ceremony and begin planning for the

grand opening festivities.

Our physicians and staff are excited for the opening

of the new $29 million dollar state-of-the-art health

complex in Spring 2016. Patient services at Norman

Regional Moore will include full emergency services,

diagnostic imaging, physical therapy, laboratory services,

physician offices, community education and meeting

space, as well as an inspirational public art piece serving

as an iconic entry point for the new healthcare facility.

All of these will be available with the convenience of

close to home services.

It is thrilling to know we are approximately one year

from the opening of the new Norman Regional Moore

healthcare facility. What a privilege it is for Norman

Regional to be your healthcare provider in Moore.

This is where the healing begins.

BY RICHIE SPLITT

RENDERINGS BY PATRICK GLUECK



I injured my back last week and my doctor has recommended physical therapy. I have never had an injury like this before and some people tell me physical therapy can be painful. What can I expect if and when I decide on physical therapy as a treatment intervention?

That is a great question. Many times I talk to patients who are initially apprehensive about beginning physical therapy due to a family member or a friend who previously experienced unsuccessful or unfavorable outcomes with physical therapy. Our profession is often synonymous with the phrases “pain and torture” and the ridiculous saying “no pain, no gain” as if that is a normal consequence to getting better. Unfortunately, physical therapists are partially to blame for creating these false perceptions of the expected physical therapy experience.

For the majority of patients, these ideas couldn’t be further from the truth. The primary reason most patients initially seek medical treatment is because of pain, with pain relief often being the patient’s primary goal for physical therapy. Pain occurs for a variety of reasons and is a warning sign from our brain signaling to us that something is wrong, injured, or sick. As humans, one of our most primitive instincts is survival. Pain is counterintuitive for survival therefore, when we begin experiencing pain we often compensate to avoid further painful episodes which can created movement dysfunctions that can lead to further impairments short term and long term. For this reason, and several others, inflicting additional pain on someone is often not only unnecessary, but ultimately, can make the patient worse in long term. This is most particular for patients who are experiencing chronic pain.

You should expect your physical therapy treatments to take place in a welcoming, safe, and comforting environment. Your physical therapist should obtain a medical history from you and through collaboration with your physician. During the initial evaluation, at our facility, a licensed physical therapist will create a list of current problems and complaints for each patient and determine the severity, irritability, and nature of the patient’s pain symptoms and how they impact daily activities and function.

Next, a physical therapist should perform a comprehensive objective evaluation performing a variety of strength, joint integrity, soft tissue, and mobility assessments. These assessments should not only measure the quantity of movement but also observe the quality of movement. At completion of the evaluation, the therapist should discuss his/her findings and overall plan to achieve the goals established by the patient and therapist. The therapist will also discuss the frequency of treatments and overall expectations for the duration of the entire treatment.

This initial session usually lasts approximately 1 hour. Our expectation with every treatment is to see a reduction of symptoms, observe gains in functional abilities, and/or create improved motion/strength/etc. Patients should wear comfortable, non-restricting clothing, allowing the therapist to respectfully inspect the area of treatment visually and manually. It has been our experience in most every case, other than special circumstances, that any evaluation or treatment technique performed should be done in such a way that it can be comfortably performed in the open in a modest and professional way.

If you have any questions about PT, feel free to contact a therapist at our Moore facility and speak with a physical therapist about treatment options. We hope that your physical therapy experience can be as comfortable as possible and not just

another “pain and torture” session.

Shawn M. Smith, PT, OCS, FAAOMPTR&S Optimal Rehab

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BaseballMay 1 at Midwest CityMay 4 MOORE WAR at HomeMay 7-9 RegionalsMay 14-16 State at Enid

Womens GolfMay 6-7 State at Indian Springs Country Club

Mens GolfMay 4 RegionalsMay 11-12 State at Karsten Creek

SoccerMay 5 State First RoundMay 8 State Second RoundMay 12 State SemifinalsMay 16 State Championship

Slow PitchMay 4 vs. ChandlerMay 6 State at the Ballfields at Firelake

TennisMay 4 Womens RegionalsMay 8-9 Womens State at OKC Tennis CenterMay 11 Mens RegionalsMay 15-16 Mens State at OKC Tennis Center

TrackMay 9 RegionalsMay 15-16 State at Yukon

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BaseballMay 1 at ShawneeMay 2 at NormanMay 7-9 RegionalsMay 14-16 State at Enid




Slow PitchMay 6 State at the Ballfields at Firelake



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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?

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.”

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!

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!

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Shop Moore Verizon Wireless BY SARAH JENSEN

The cornerstone to the Fritts Farm development, the new Verizon Wireless located at 610 SW 19th Street is bringing a new kind of shopping experience for those in search of the latest technology.

“We absolutely love this location, and this store is one of our new sleek designs,” said Verizon Wireless District Manager Kevin Pierce. “In fact, this location is actually a smart store which features all types of technology not just smart phones and tablets.”

The first store of its kind in the Oklahoma City metro, this Verizon smart store consists of a new design that promotes customer interaction with a broad variety of technology. In fact, the store design features mobile lifestyle zones where customers can come in and interact with products that enhance all elements of their lifestyle.

“Here we have seven different zones that customers can take advantage of daily,” said Pierce. “One of those zones

is our Amplify It Zone where customers can come in and listen to all the latest music play on our wide selection of speakers and headphones. Another popular zone is the Get Fit Zone. In that area, we have the latest fitness bands and different fitness technology of that nature.”

The other five Mobile Lifestyle Zones include the Have Fun Zone for novel tech gadgets; the Home and On-The-Go Zone for home automation; the Anywhere Business Zone for simplifying life for travelers and small businesses; the Customize It Zone for making a style statement with your smartphone accessories; and the Wireless Workshop Zone for learning about the many ways you can use your wireless device and its many accessories.

“It is hard to describe all that this store has to offer,” said Pierce. “I encourage everyone to come to the store at least once, take a tour, and see for yourself all of the technology the store has to offer.”

And it is all about customer service for the men and women who work at this Verizon location. Patrons are greeted at the door, and that begins a hands-on experience to determine your technological needs and the products you need to fulfill them.

“The City of Moore is a thriving community and we are proud to be able to contribute to that growth,” said Kristi Crum, president of Verizon Oklahoma. “Technology is part of every aspect of our lives and it’s changing every day. This store provides Oklahomans with smart technology that is relevant in business, at home and for fun.”

So next time you are in need of a great shopping experience for your next gadget, check out the Verizon smart store at the corner of 19th Street and Telephone Road. “We are very excited,” said Pierce. “We have wanted to come to Moore for a very, long time and we look forward to supporting the community for many years to come.”

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Taste Moore Swadley’s BBQ

Just south of Interstate 240 on Western Avenue is a barbecue joint with a taste like no other. In fact, Swadley’s Bar-B-Q has been bringing in people from all around for many, many years.

“Over 80 years ago, my grandfather was in the business of smoking meats in his small general store in rural Texas,” said Ron Swadley. “I am told that people came from all around just to buy his smoked meats and special sauces.”

Today, Swadley’s Bar-B-Q operates five locations in the Oklahoma City metro. And while the recipes and menu items have changed slightly over the years, the commitment to quality and freshness holds true to when the business first began.

“Fresh meats that are never frozen go into our smokers very early in the morning. Some even go in the night before,” said Swadley. “This gives our meats a rich, smoky flavor while remaining tender and juicy.”

The Swadley’s menu spans all the favorite items that come to mind when you have a hankering for some great barbeque. From the Ultimate Bar-B-Q sandwich to the Rib dinner, everything Swadley’s has to offer is sure to impress. In fact, at Swadley’s it is hard to pick just one thing with sausage, smoked chicken, turkey, pulled pork, hot links, ham, brisket, ribs, catfish, and chicken fried steak all on the menu.

You also can’t forget the delicious sides ranging from traditional favorites like Potato Salad, Mac & Cheese, Coleslaw, Fried Okra, and Mashed Potatoes and Gravy to some of Swadley’s specialties like Campfire Tators, Sweet Beans, Sweet Cream Corn, Smoked Corn on the Cob, and Haystack Onion Straws.

And it is Swadley’s four barbeque sauces made from all natural ingredients that really bring your meal to life. The sauces go by Honey Sweet, Spicy, Thick & Juicy and

Grumpy. And each offers up a unique taste that will take your lunch or dinner to the next level.

However, it is the customer service that you receive the moment you walk into Swadley’s that makes the restaurant special. The customer is their number one priority, and its staff work extra hard to provide a level of service that will keep you coming back from more.

“Just like my grandfather 80 years ago, we still believe our guests are our greatest asset,” said Swadley.

So next time you have a hankering for some great brisket, head to Swadley’s Bar-B-Q. The great taste and service are they same as when it all began 80 years ago.

BY SARAH JENSEN 8317 S Western Avenue, OKC • 405-413-7333, ext 23 • swadleyscom


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FIRST FROST Author: Sarah Addison AllenPublisher: St Martin’s PressReviewer: Julie Kreft, Public Service Assistant, Moore Public Library

Do you enjoy reading and creating art? If the answer is yes then “Mix It Up!” is the book for you.

Written by bestselling children’s author Herve Tullet, this book asks the reader to tap a dot at the beginning of the story to start the fun. The book is very interactive and pulls the reader in from the first page. After tapping the dot the reader begins a magical journey exploring primary colors: “A little bit of blue and a touch of yellow … See?” The discovery and wonder of color develops with each page.

“Mix It Up!” is an engaging exploration of playing and learning. This book teaches young minds to use creativity and imagination to create art. This is also a good choice for a sensory-sensitive child who could experience color mixing by interacting with the book.

Herve Tullet’s use of white space and vivid splash of color is a perfect combination. Although the book is written for

children 3-8 years old, children and adults of all ages will find the book engaging and will be inspired to create their own art.

Visit www.chroniclebooks.com/mixitup to download and print a free activity kit that includes interesting and creative examples of learning and fun using colored pencils, crayons, markers, water color paint and paint brushes.

Reading together every day is good for brain development, improves listening skills, builds early literacy skills and provides important bonding time.

If you are interested in “Mix It Up!,” more books by Herve Tullet, or other award winning books, visit the Moore Public Library Children’s Department or call 405-793-4347 with any questions.

MIX IT UP!Author/Illustrator: Herve TulletPublisher: Chronicle BooksAwards: A Kirkus Reviews best children’s book of the yearReviewer: Darrie Breathwit, Children’s Services Assistant, Moore Public Library

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In Bascom, North Carolina, the Waverly women have a bit of a reputation for being eccentric, special, maybe even a bit magical. People admire them, fear them, envy them, whisper and speculate about them, and seek their advice and “special” recipes.

The time before the first frost of the season is an especially difficult time for the Waverlys, sisters Claire and Sydney, and Sydney’s daughter Bay. They feel restless, agitated, out of control.

As the youngest Waverly, Bay embraces her status as being from “that” family. Until, her knack for knowing precisely where everything and everyone needs to be points her to the one boy that she can never have. While her mother is desperately trying to have a long-awaited second baby and her aunt is overwhelmed in her exploding candy business, Bay is left to sort out this latest Waverly gift/curse: pure, magical, unrequited love.

And when a mysterious stranger arrives in town, he may hold the secrets that can finally bring the Waverly girls together. Or to once and for all tear them apart.

This is a richly layered and magical story of sisterhood and belonging, where the town of Bascom and the Waverly mansion are as much characters as the people. It can be read as a stand-alone book but is also a 10-years-later followup to Allen’s first book, Garden Spells.

Fans of Allen’s earlier work will be delighted see what the sisters have been up to, and new Allen readers will love discovering the magical world of the Waverly sisters.

This title is available in print, compact disc, or downloadable eBook format.

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Celiac Disease AwarenessSARAH BARNES, MS, RD/LD

May is National Celiac Disease Awareness Month. Celiac Disease is an autoimmune disease that affects approximately 1% of Americans and can be managed through healthy eating and nutrition. Celiac Disease is characterized by inflammation of the small intestine, which is caused by an immune response to gluten.

Gluten has become a more common term in today’s society. We are starting to see more “gluten free” products in grocery store and food venues. Many restaurants are starting to develop gluten free menus. We see the terms, but what exactly is gluten? Gluten is a storage protein that is found in wheat, rye, barley, and their derivatives. Adhering to a gluten free meal plan can be challenging and overwhelming at times. Try choosing from many of the healthy and naturally gluten free foods such as: • Fruits • Vegetables • Low fat dairy • Nuts/seeds • Beans • Meat/fish/eggs • Gluten free grains including: o Buckwheat o Amaranth o Corn o Flax o Arrowroot

There are multiple symptoms associated with Celiac Disease and can vary from person to person. Make sure to discuss any concerns regarding diagnosing Celiac Disease with your physician. Starting a gluten-free diet before being properly tested can complicate the diagnostic process. A Registered Dietitian can help provide you with further information and guidance with meal planning. The next local Celiac Support Group is Tuesday May 12th at 6:00pm. This is held at the Norman Regional Hospital Education Center - 901 N. Porter Ave., Norman OK. No registration is necessary.

For nutritional counseling, Norman Regional Health System offers the guidance

of registered dietitians. Those interested can schedule an appointment for an

assessment with a referral from their family physicians. For further information,

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Moore High School SeniorNamed Student of the YearBY RANDI MATTOX

“That was like the best day of my life,” said Moore High School senior Kortney Bush.

A true leader at Moore High School (MHS), Bush experienced extreme gratification after she was recently named Student of the Year at the South Oklahoma City Chamber’s Annual Education Banquet.

In fact, Bush was a standout for the award. She has taken full advantage of her opportunities to be a student leader, serving as the senior class president and a MHS Student Council senator, while also playing an active role in Youth in Government and Key Club during her four years of high school.

In addition to her participation in these organizations, Bush helped start two new clubs at MHS this year. Fueled by her desire to bring people happiness, Bush co-founded Acts of Random Kindness and the first all-inclusive spirit organization at MHS, The Jungle.

However, the road to becoming Student of the Year began with a nomination by MHS head principal Mike Coyle and MHS senior principle Dan Schwartz. After completing the application process, Bush attended an in-person interview, where she described not only her leadership roles but also the inspiration behind her success as a student.

“They asked me in my interview who I looked up to the most. I told them my mom,” said Bush. She has been a single parent my whole life. She has always been the person I look up to. She is such a great mom, and just made everything happen for me. My mom rocks.”

Bush also disclosed something personal to her identity during her interview. A challenge that she said not many people know about.

“I told them about how I was deaf and about my experiences growing up with that,” said Bush. “I have had eight surgeries. I just had one recently. I told them that it has never been a handicap to me like everyone thinks it is.”

During the South Oklahoma City Chamber Student of the Year Award Banquet, Bush said each student who made it past the interview process was

called on stage as the announcer read off the accomplishments of each nominee.

“All of the kids were really intimidating. I wondered why Mr. Schwartz and Mr. Coyle even sent me here. I felt really out of place. I felt like they were all much higher achievers,” she said. “There was a girl who had a 32 on her ACT. She was Student Council president, and she was number one in her class. Then I got called up there, and I felt really awkward when they were talking about me.”

After each nominee received a recognition award, Bush said Westmoore High School senior Calvin Miller was awarded the Honorable Mention Award.

“I thought he was going to win,” said Bush. “I love Calvin. I knew he was going to win. When he got Honorable Mention, I was like, ‘Who the heck won?’”

Bush said that after Miller received his award, the announcer began describing the South Oklahoma City Chamber Student of the Year.

“They were like, ‘This student has gone through many experience that many wouldn’t even think to go through.’ They were just saying all of this stuff. I was like, ‘Wow. That sounds like a great person.’ Then they said my name,” said Bush.

She recalls being completely overwhelmed.

“I just sat there. I didn’t even register what happened. My mom jumped up for me and gave me a hug,” said Bush. “Mr. Coyle was so happy and stood up and high-fived me and gave me a hug. Mr. Coyle had tears in his eyes.”

After being recognized as the South Oklahoma City Chamber Student of the Year, Bush was awarded a $2,000 check and a $500 Best Buy gift card from the Southwest Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce. She also received the Boren Award, which is a $1000 scholarship to the University of Oklahoma.

“I am totally spending it on my tuition for OU,” said Bush. “I’m going to save the gift card until I figure out what I specifically need for school.”

Bush will attend the University of Oklahoma in the fall for pre-medicine.

“I thought I wanted to be a physician’s assistant, but I just toured at an ear institute and realized that I am more interested in audiology and cochlear implants,” she said.

In fact, Bush credits all of her academic success to her experience at Moore High School.

“I love Moore High School,” Bush said. “Everybody has that internal high-school conflict where they don’t really know who they are, but I don’t think many people

realize that your school can actually help you find yourself.”

And she advises all students to embrace every the opportunity that high school has to offer.

“I think you should definitely enjoy high school and get as involved as you can,” said Bush. “High school is what you make it, and you’re not going to enjoy it if you just sit back and watch everybody else take action. You should make the days while you are here count for something so that you can look back and just be happy.”



“I told them that it has never been a handicap to me like everyone thinks it is.”

Kortney Bush


Parting Shots

BOXER GOES FOR GOLDEN GLOVES TITLE: Moore High School junior Josh Garner is set to fight once again at the National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions in Las Vegas, May 11-16

SABERCAT RAISES THE BAR:Southmoore’s Shelbi Shackelford

placed fourth at the Oklahoma Football Coaches Association’s powerlifting State championship, the first girl ever to do so.

MOORE PRINCIPAL NAMED ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR: Karl Hillerman with Midfirst Bank presented the Administrator of the Year Award to David Peak, Brink Jr High School at the South OKC Chamber Annual Education Banquet

SOUTHMOORE STAFF MEMBER HONORED: Southmoore’s Paraprofessional Katie Huffman was recently awarded the “Best of the Best Award” and an “Award of Excellence” by Oklahoma DHS Developmental Disabilities Services

HIGHLAND EAST STUDENTS EXCEL: Highland East Junior High students Christina Lee and Taylor Broadbent recently won the Middle School Division and the overall Grand Prize at the Love’s Creative SPARKS! Awards for ideas to create a political club and a career day for their peers

MHS MOCK TRIAL TEAM GARNERS LARGE DONATION: The OK Association of Justice recently donated $4,500 to help send the state champion MHS Mock Trial Team to the National Championship in North Carolina this May


Parting Shots

OKLAHOMA GEOGRAPHIC BEE CHAMPION: Brink Junior High Student Grant Talkington recently won the Oklahoma Geographic Bee He will compete for the national title on May 11-13 in Washington, DC

RIBBON CUTTING: The Moore Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed Insure It Forward with a ribbon cutting on April 7 The new store is located at 400 N Telephone Road in Moore

RIBBON CUTTING: The Moore Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed Paradigm Hormones with a ribbon cutting on April 4 The new store is located at 1301 S I-35 Service Road, #16 in Moore

TWO-YEAR ANNIVERSARY: Val’s Sun and Shape celebrated two years of business with a Moore Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting on April 2 The store is located at 101 N Eastern in Moore

ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY: Fit Body Nutrition celebrated one year of business with a Moore Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting on March 31 The store is located at 401 S Broadway in Moore




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