Edmond Life and Leisure - April 27, 2023

In This Issue

FOUR SEASONS

Spring Events bloom

Four Seasons, by Kevin Box, in real life is located in front of the Center for Transformative Learning on the UCO campus, but this week is hidden somewhere in our paper. Email contest@edmondpaper.com with the correct location to be entered in the weekly drawing. For more information, see page 4.

FRIDAY, April 28 PM Showers High 63° Low 41°

SATURDAY, April 29

Cloudy High 63° Low 41°

The Oklahoma City Ballet ends their season next weekend with “Shorts,” a performance set to be held at the Civic Center.

Oklahoma City Ballet will conclude their Civic Center season May 5-7, with Shorts, featuring the works by three of the 20th century’s most iconic choreographers. Shorts will include George Balanchine’s Western Symphony; Gerald Arpino’s Birthday Variations; and Twyla Tharp’s The Golden Section.

SUNDAY, April 30 Sunny High 72° Low 44°

“If you enjoy a variety of dance, this is the performance for you. Neo-classical ballet, country and western style ballet (yes you read that right), and athletic, vibrant, contemporary dance, with a little bit of rock ’n roll. Our Shorts program is always a full meal for the palate and never one to miss,” said Artistic Director Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye. “Audiences will be wowed by three of the greatest choreographers of the 20th century all in one show.”

Single tickets to Shorts start at $35 and are available now through Oklahoma City Ballet and Civic Center Box offices. They are also available online at www. okcballet.org.

The ballet is far from the only activity offered in Edmond and the metro.

This time next week the Edmond Arts Festival will be almost starting. Thousands of people are expected downtown for the event. Please pick up your copy of the Edmond Arts Festival program.

Two to three years ago, not many events were taking place. Now, spring has sprung and people are getting out to enjoy several fun happenings. To find out what else is happening, please check out the Weekend Calendar of Events on Page 6.

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Time to improve Edmond’s gateway?

By Jack Money Oklahoman.com

Broadway through downtown is a bustling place.

Though it spans just a few blocks, the district is full of restaurants, bars, gift shops and other businesses that attract crowds both day and night, a farmers market, regular outdoor festivals and other types of events.

On Broadway south of Second Street, however, it's a different vibe. Between Second and the south edge of town, the road is wide and in poor shape, at times is congested, has some vacant lots and properties and doesn't present an encouraging atmosphere for future development.

In short, it's a pass-through for people on their way to somewhere else. Now city leaders want to explore if it's time for a change to bring more life to the area.

"This road has become a transportation corridor to get to other places, not a place to stay and enjoy the surrounding environment," said David Chapman, an outgoing member of the Edmond City Council. "There is no walkability or biking options on the entire corridor. Restaurants have a lot of options right now about where to locate, and my guess is many of those locations are more desirable than south Broadway."

Broadway south of Second is wide, has significantly higher posted speed limits and carries far more traffic than it does through Edmond's downtown.

During its busy periods — morning and evening rush hours and weekend mornings — vehicles waiting on lights often back up for blocks, making it difficult for drivers to get in and out of businesses or from one side of the street to the other.

The road itself, divided by medians broken up with turn lanes and intersections that start at Fourth Street and extend south to the south city limits, always seems to be getting worked on, isn't in great shape and won't get any better until later this year.

Because of those conditions, properties' uses have changed over time.

While there's still plenty of businesses up and down the road between downtown and Edmond's south edge, restaurants (fewer these days and often at locations where several owners and food genres have come and gone) and occasional office buildings are widely scattered.

So are vacant lots, empty store fronts and still-standing restaurants that have been closed for years.

Big lots along the road that once were homes of top-flight automobile sales and service dealerships are filled by sales and rental operations that openly display used for-sale cars, plus rentable trucks, trailers and other equipment.

Elsewhere, retailers as small as momand-pop operators up to chain-owned big box stores offer everything from automobile services and repairs and grave markers to hardware, mattresses, health and pet supplies, discount tobacco, medical marijuana and vapes.

Those businesses, which also include a few short- and longer-stay hotels, can be found along the avenue in standalone buildings converted from other uses, in strip mall spaces or as anchors for corner or set-back shopping centers.

Kay Bickham, 82, a longtime Edmond resident who has served twice on its council and fulfilled other volunteer roles while working as an executive director for three state chapters of national medical associations and FOI Oklahoma, recalls past efforts to keep the corridor presentable (limiting the size of new business signs and planting trees in some medians) and to better connect it with downtown Edmond as Broadway's traffic loads have climbed.

"Entering Edmond on Broadway does not give you a feeling of the special town that it really is," Bickham said.

Some have owned properties along Broadway for decades.

Quintin Rudkin, whose family acquired and owned a building at 706 S Broadway from about 1980 until just recently, remembers the Broadway of his youth as a place where teens wanted to hang out as they cruised the roadway to see their friends and be seen.

When the Rudkins bought the building, they converted it from a full-service fuel station with a mechanic's shop on its south side into a game room with quarter games. Quintin worked in the operation's ticket and snacks booth.

Two years later, they converted the building into a restaurant, naming it The Burger Next Door — a nod to the nearby McDonald's — then changed its name to Fannies, in deference to one of the building's earliest owners, Fanny Filtch.

They operated Fannies and a gift shop for another 18 years until deciding to lease it to other operators.

A string of several successful restaurants have operated at the location since, including Zarate's, whose owners purchased the building from the family a couple of years ago.

Obituary notice

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Engagement, Wedding notices

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From the Publisher

Edmond volunteer died last week

Our good friend and long time Edmond volunteer, Carl Kessler, fell asleep in the Lord last week. Folks newer to Edmond will not remember Carl. He has been unable to volunteer due to health reasons for many years but there was a time that no event took place in Edmond without both Carl and his bride, Leah Kessler, volunteering in some capacity.

Truth be known, it was Leah who put Carl up for all those volunteer hours. He would grumble about volunteering just a little, but he was not about to let the love of his life do all that without him being by her side. Leah passed away last year. The loss of out of the civic world of Edmond leaves a hole that cannot be replaced.

Carl and my dad had many things in common. Both worked in the construction and heat and air business. They both served in the military during the Korean War. Both of those things caused them to have similar senses of humor. The first time I met Carl the jokes he would tell were the same ones my dad told as I was growing up. It was uncanny folks.

The Kessler’s were the best of volunteers. They had no ego. Both preferred operating in the background and would do whatever task needed to be done. Their goal was to make the best event or festival as great as it could be. We owe them a debt of gratitude because they both did so much for Edmond in building their events such as LibertyFest and the Downtown Edmond Arts Festival. They paved the way and set the example for the rest of us.

The family tells me that there will be a memorial service for both Leah and Carl in July. We will keep you aware of any plans.

Time to get rid of the Oklahoma County jail trust

The time has come to put the county jail trust out of business. It was a worthwhile experiment, but they have proved to be a terrible operator for what they now call a detention center. It makes it sound better to call it a detention center

rather than a jail. It also eases some of the requirements.

It reminds me of a line from the television show M.A.S.H. Hawkeye was put in charge when the colonel was out of camp. It was a horrible experience for old Hawkeye. When Colonel Blake got back to camp and heard all the complaints he said, “It is not as easy being the clown when you are in charge of the circus.” So, the critics put in charge of the jail have not found it so easy to run.

The multicounty grand jury report gives the jail a dangerous and terrible grade. The allegations stated by the Oklahoma State Department of Health reported the OCDC as “unhealthy and even lethal.” This report was one of the main reasons the grand jury was called.

The OSDH outlined many problems from the past few years, including “repeat deficiencies,” some of these deficiencies are bedbugs, dirty conditions, and severe understaffing. The OSDH filed a lawsuit in June 2022 after repeated warnings to the OCDC about its conditions.

Inmate deaths are through the roof. Can we really let this experiment go on with the recent death rate?

It is a small city and deaths will

occur in such a large population. Inmate health can be a reason for the death rates as well. But there were seventy-three inmate deaths between 2000 and 2019. There have already been thirty-eight inmates’ deaths from 2020 to the present. The top three causes of death are, “failure to intervene in drugs getting into the jail, inadequate health screenings at intake, and detention officers not doing proper cell checks.” “Illness is the predominant cause of death in the jail,” the report said.

The grand jury also learned "the chief of investigations for OCDC had neither the training nor the experience to investigate homicides."

Changes have been made since the latter half of 2022, including autopsies going to the Medical Examiner, deaths reported as homicide, and OSBI is now involved in jail deaths.

Remember that the folks locked up inside the place have not been convicted yet. They just cannot afford to post bail. We have a responsibility to keep them safe. There have been four deaths this year alone, so it seems the trend is continuing.

The breaking point for me happened last year when a female detainee was handcuffed to a rail in

an unoccupied area and was raped by another inmate that wondered away from the intake area unhandcuffed. Charges were dropped because the victim could not be found to testify. Who could blame her?

The system left her vulnerable and allowed her to be attacked. How could this possibly happen and why was no one held accountable for the safety of this inmate?

It was all I needed to hear, and nothing material had improved. The jail trust will tell us it has but it has not. There may have been some minor improvements but no sweeping changes to cut the death rates. I am sure that the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office will not want to take the jail back, but we need him to take it away from the trust. They are a total failure folks.

Hats off to McCurtain County Gazette

No doubt you have read about the issue of the audio recording at a McCurtain county commissioners meeting last March. Portions contain discussions of county business, and later portions, contain references to killing McCurtain Gazette publisher Bruce Willingham and reporter Chris Willingham.

While no one deserves to be treated in such a way, it is a sign that community journalist is alive and well. The publisher and reporter were doing their job and afflicted the comfortable which caused the threat to happen. The people of McCurtain county need to put these folks out of office. They are not worthy of representing and governing these folks.

It makes me feel like I have fallen short in my career. As a publisher you get threatened many times about items that appear in the newspaper, but I cannot say that anyone has threatened to kill me. I did thank one of our council members for never having been threatened with death. “Well, not that you know of,” was his response. Funny guy.

It is a fine line to walk in small communities as a local newspaper publisher. You belong to all the organizations and get to be friends with those in office. You just can never shrink from your journalist responsibility. As friendly as we are with the town’s leadership and elected officials, you must keep one eye out for the skunk under the house. We do.

(Ray Hibbard may be reached by e-mail at ray@edmondpaper.com)

Check out what’s inside!

---- Police report............................................................................Pages 6.

---- Weekend Calendar....................................................................Page 6.

---- Smag recipe................................................................................Page 8.

---- Columnist looks at efforts to land new businesses..................Page 10.

---- Armstrong Auditorium readies for performances......................Page 11.

---- George Gust not pleased with new film released....................Page 14.

---- Crossword puzzle....................................................................Page 14.

---- Comics....................................................................................Page 18.

Correction: Last week we put the wrong address for the Pickleball courts pictured on Page 3. The courts are on Danford and Bryant. We apologize for the mistake.

See if you can find ‘Four Seasons’

“Four Seasons” in real life is located in front of the Center for Transformative Learning on the University of Central Oklahoma campus, but this week is hidden somewhere in our paper.

Please e-mail contest@edmondpaper.com with the correct location to be entered in the weekly drawing.

Commissioned as a partnership between UCO, the City of Edmond and the Edmond Visual Arts Commission, “Four Seasons” was created by sculptor Kevin Box of New Mexico and was dedicated on the campus on March 24, 2011.

Kevin is a member of the National Sculptor’s Guild. His Box Studio LLC is a strong supporter of the Reduce, Reuse and Recycle concept, using recycled metal as part of the casting process for his sculptures. All of his work is 100 percent recyclable.

For more information on Edmond public art, please visit http://visitedmondok.com/public-art.php.

Publisher Ray Hibbard Jr. ray@edmondpaper.com Partner Christopher T. Hoke Editor Steve Gust

Ray Hibbard

First ever Artist Market coming to VIBES May 4

Join us from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the north portion of Downtown Edmond, Campbell St., and north for the Thursday, May 4th VIBES event. Then, head down to The Icehouse Project to continue the good vibes with several Visual Artists, a performance by Tyler Boren, and grab some fantastic local libations at American Solera, The Fried Taco, and Woodward Pizza.

North of Campbell, the VIBES Artist Market will feature 21 Visual Artists selling their artwork, with some demonstrating their creative process. Additionally, Visual Artists can be found inside and out in front of the businesses in this northern area of DTE. As you check out the artwork, enjoy the Kentucky Daisy Band and Katie Bradford music. Don't miss the Hibiki performance by the Japan-American Taiko Drum Team on the NE corner of Campbell and Broadway.

Also taking place during VIBES at the Edmond Fine Arts Institute is the 2023 5x5 Show and Sale and a Gallery Opening featuring local artist Jack Fowler. Head over to FAI to

Reminder’ on Downtown Edmond Arts Festival

The 45th version of the Downtown Edmond Arts Festival will be next week starting on Friday, May 5.

There will be street closings before that as artists and vendors set up.

The event continues through Sunday, May 7.

shop the small works for $55 per canvas, check out the gallery, and listen to tunes performed by David James McKinney. Doors for the 5x5 Show & Sale open at 5:00 pm.

There is truly something for everyone at this free, family-friendly event. We can't wait to experience the magic in Downtown Edmond with you! Stay up to date on all the monthly features by following @Edmond_Vibes on Instagram or the www.edmondvibes.org website.

VIBES, Edmond's First Thursdays is a program of the Fine Arts Institute, Edmond's nonprofit community arts organization providing visual and performing art classes for children and adults year-round, and the 3rd and 4th grade Art in Schools Program in Edmond Public Schools.

For more information, visit EdmondFineArts.com or call 405-3404481. The 2023 VIBES Season is made possible by Citizens Bank of Edmond, Mercy, Edmond Electric, Broadway Development Group, Empire Slice House, and other businesses that believe in the importance of access to creativity.

PHOTO/ERIECH TAPIA

Stained Glass Artist Adrienne Parcher Selling Artwork at the April 2023 VIBES event.

FILE PHOTO MELINDA INFANTE

(Editor’s Note: The following arrest reports are provided by the Edmond Police Department. Guilt or innocence is determined in a court of law. Also, CDS is controlled dangerous substance; APC is Actual Physical Control; DUI is driving under the influence.)

April 10

Ryan Charles Rounsaville, 43 of Edmond. Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

Blake Tyler Evans, 24 of Edmond. Possession of drug paraphernalia, non-assault resisting officer and shoplifting.

Timothy Keith Owen, 68 of Oklahoma City. Solicit sexual conduct or communication with minor by telecommunication.

Emily Renee Jimenez, 38 of Edmond. Failure to appear, expired tag over three months, driving while privilege is canceled, suspended, denied or revoked and driving around/railroad crossing gate/barrier.

Ashley Lakin Speakes, 33 of Oklahoma City. Driving while privilege is canceled, suspended, denied or revoked.

April 11

Pierce Isaac Young, 20 of Oklahoma City. Misdemeanor warrant, driving with license canceled, suspended or revoked, misdemeanor warrant, contributing to the delinquency of minors and eluding police officer (misdemeanor.)

Chance Lamar Taylor, 18 of Midwest City. Public intoxication.

Brady Jarae Quinn, 29 of Newcastle. Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content level or .15 or more.

Ryan Edward Ericksen, 34 of Edmond. Misdemeanor warrant.

Amy Kristine Reynolds, 39 of Edmond. Felony warrant.

Matthew Alexander Bear, 31 of Edmond. Driving while privilege is canceled, suspended, denied or revoked.

Austin Thomas Alvin Shea, 23 of Edmond. No proof of insurance, expired tag — over three months, speeding (21-25 mph over) and driving while privilege is canceled, suspended, denied or revoked.

April 12

Chad Allen Combs, 52 of Oklahoma City. Op-

erate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content level of .08 or more

Landon Taylor Keith Brawe, 23 of Edmond. Felony warrant and disorderly conduct.

Michele Shayrela Chi, 21 of Edmond. (Felony value) embezzlement.

Jeffrey Raymod Pate, 41 of Oklahoma City. Two misdemeanor warrants.

Juan Antonio Delgado, 40 of Oklahoma City. Failure to maintain compulsory insurance, operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license and possess, receive or transport stolen copper.

Juan Manuel Soto, 31 of Oklahoma City. Possess, receive or transport stolen copper.

Brandon Lee Wodraska, 44 of Edmond. Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle with blood alcohol content level of .08 or more.

Nathan Matthew Barnhill, 38 of Edmond. Failure to appear.

Joshua William Trotter Fields, 47 of Edmond. Misdemeanor warrant.

April 13

Dalton Lee Smith, 29 of Plano, Texas. Possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana and public intoxication.

Elizabeth Ann Hungerford, 34 homeless. Trespassing after being warned.

Mason Andrew Knapps, 27 of Big Sandy, Texas. Public intoxication and non-assault resisting officer.

Kamren Tyrell Evans, 25 of Edmond. Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content level of .15 or more.

Cedric Jerome Carr, 58. Driving while privilege is canceled, suspended, denied or revoked.

James Naichi Ramon, 27 of Edmond. Public intoxication.

Isabella Martinez, 22 of Edmond. Public intoxication.

Princess Jacklon Nicole Spencer, 21 unhoused. Three counts of failure to appear and a misdemeanor warrant.

April 14

Gerald Chestand, 63 of Edmond. Two felony warrants and two misdemeanor warrants.

Susan Lee Methvin, 71 of Edmond. Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle under the influence of anything other than alcohol.

Dennis Travevon Murphy, 31 of Edmond. (Mis-

demeanor value) of receiving stolen property.

D’ante Javay Goree, 32 of Oklahoma City. Public intoxication.

April 15

Jalen Lee Moore, 22 of Tyler, Texas. Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

Cody Dalton Farmer, 23 of Jones. Public intoxication.

Logan Jacob Yelton, 22 of Jones. Public intoxication.

Carl Jordan Butler, 23 of Oklahoma City. Public intoxication.

Christopher Blaine Stiles, 34 of Edmond. No proof of insurance, driving while privilege is canceled, suspended, denied or revoked and four counts of failure to appear.

Summer Anne Mosley, 36 of Edmond. Transport open container of intoxicating beverage or beer and felony DUI/APC.

Jeremiah Blue Cook, 39 of Oklahoma City. Possess CDS, possess drug paraphernalia and a felony warrant.

Christy Ann Burton, 55 of Edmond. Felony warrant.

April 16

Taylor Wade Scruggs, 31 of Edmond. (Felony) Domestic abuse assault & battery, obstruction of a police officer and public intoxication.

Rodney Renee Hunter Jr., 21 of Edmond. Possess firearm after conviction of a felony and pointing a firearm.

Kinsey Olan Bassett, 35 of Oklahoma City. Public intoxication.

Phoenix Chance Dye, 22 of Edmond. Resisting arrest, leaving the scene of an accident and operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content level of .15 or more.

Saelina Ambur Eakes, 38 of Mustang, Public intoxication.

Weekend calendar, April 27-30

What’s Happening This Weekend Apr 20 - 23

---- In the Gallery ---- Tiny, But Mighty! Exhibit ---- UCO Design – The ADDY Winners Gallery ---- Unveiled: Edmond’s Bridal Fashion 1875 ---2020 ---- Live Music at Round Midnight

Frenzy in April

UCO Jazz Lab Events in April ---- Farmer’s Market ---- Ruby Buckle Barrel Race ---- Independent Bookstore Dat ---- Water Lantern Festival

Signature Tour ---- Lyric Theatre presents: The Play That Goes

Wrong ---- Better Barrel Races World Finals ---- Festival of the Arts ---- Central Theatre Short Play Festival ---- Pool & Spa Show ---- Health & Fitness Expo

---- Iris Festival

---- Armstrong Auditorium presents: Celtic Throne

Extra Information

In the Gallery Location: Edmond Fine Arts Institute

Extra Info: James Coplin; Featuring the art of James Coplin; edmondfinearts.com

Tiny, But Mighty! Exhibit

Location: Edmond Historical Society & Museum

Extra Info: Wed, Oct 5 – Thu, Aug 31, 2023; edmondhistory.org

UCO Design – The ADDY Winners Gallery

Location: University of Central Oklahoma

– UCO Nigh Center

Extra Info: Thu, Mar 30 – Fri, May 12; free; calendar.uco.edu

Unveiled: Edmond’s Bridal Fashion 1875 – 2020

Location: Edmond History Museum

Extra Info: Wed, Mar 1 – Fri, Dec 1; visitedmon-

dok.com

Live Music at Round Midnight

Location: Round Midnight

Extra Info: Thu, Apr 27: Vintage Vinyl; Fri, Apr 28: Claire Piersol Trio; Sat, Apr 29: Garrett Jacobson; 7 – 10 p.m.; facebook.com

Frenzy in April

Location: Frenzy Brewing Company

Extra Info: Thu, Apr 27: The Brave Amigos @ 7 p.m.; Fri, Apr 28: John the Franklin @ 8 p.m.; Sat, Apr 29: MGB Combo @ 8 p.m.; frenzybrewing.com

UCO Jazz Lab Events in April

Location: University of Central Oklahoma – UCO

Jazz Lab

Extra Info: Thu, Apr 27: Jazz Ensembles I and IV @ 7 p.m.; $18; Fri, Apr 28: Kyle Dillingham & Horseshoe Road @ 7 p.m.; $20; Sat, Apr 29: Miss Brown to You @ 8 p.m.; $15; ucojazzlab.com

Farmer’s Market

Location: Festival Market Place and Farmers Market

Extra Info: Sat, Apr 15 – Sat, Oct 28; 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.; edmondok.gov

Ruby Buckle Barrel Race

Location: Lazy E Arena

Extra Info: Sun, Apr 23 – Sun, Apr 30; lazye.com

Independent Bookstore Dat Location: Best of Books

Extra Info: Sat, Apr 29; 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Free; bestofbooksok.com

Water Lantern Festival Location: Hafer Park

Extra Info: Sat, Apr 29; 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.; $13 ---$68; tickets.waterlanternfestival.com

Signature Tour Location: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

Extra Info: Sat, Apr 29 – Sun, Apr 30; 1 ---- 2 p.m.; nationalcowboymuseum.org

Lyric Theatre Presents: The Play That Goes Wrong

Location: Lyric at the Plaza

Extra Info: Wed, Apr 5 – Sat, Apr 29; Wed & Thu: 7:30 p.m.; Fri & Sat: 8 p.m.; Sat & Sun: 2 p.m.; lyrictheatreokc.com

Better Barrel Races World Finals

Location: Oklahoma State Fair Park

Extra Info: Tue, Apr 25 – Sun, Apr 30; betterbarrelraces.com

Festival of the Arts

Location: Bicentennial Park, OKC

Extra Info: Tue, Apr 25 – Sun, Apr 30; 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Sun: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.; artscouncilokc.com

Central Theatre Short Play Festival

Location: Mitchell Hall Theatre

Extra Info: Thu, Apr 27 – Sat, Apr 29: 7:30 p.m.; Sun, Apr 30: 2 p.m.; uco.edu

Pool & Spa Show

Location: Oklahoma State Fair Park

Extra Info: Fri, Apr 28 – Sun, Apr 30; Fri: 12 – 9 p.m.; Sat: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sun: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; okcfairgrounds.com

Health & Fitness Expo

Location: Oklahoma City Convention Center

Extra Info: Fri, Apr 28 – Sun, Apr 29; Fri: 11 A.m. – 7 p.m.; Sat: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; okcmarathon.com

Iris Festival

Location: Will Rogers Gardens

Extra Info: Sat, Apr 29 ---- Sun, Apr 30; Sat: 1 – 5 p.m.; Sun: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.; facebbook.com

Armstrong Auditorium presents: Celtic Throne

Location: Armstrong Auditorium

Extra Info: Sun, Apr 30; 2 p.m.; armstrongauditorium.org.

SH-66 road improvements ongoing

Drivers on SH-66 between Edmond and Wellston will be inconvenienced by road improvements for two-and-a-half years, but upon construction completion, they’ll enjoy a longer stretch of four-lane road and an overall smoother road surface.

Lisa Shearer-Salim, Public Information Manager for Oklahoma’s Department of Transportation (ODOT), provided a summary of what drivers can expect between Jan 2023, when construction started, and the summer of 2025, when it ends:

• The project is about 8 miles in length from Post Road in Edmond to Luther Road in Luther.

• The section between Post Road and POPS 66 will widen SH-66 (Route 66) to four lanes up to the town of Arcadia. Widening to four lanes does not occur east of Arcadia.

• The section between Arcadia and Luther Road will add shoulders and will reconstruct the intersection of SH-66 and Indian Meridian Road.

• The town of Arcadia, including the mile-long original Route 66, won't be affected.

• No stop lights or four way stop signs will be added.

•Motorists should be aware of lane shifts throughout the project. This ODOT map (right) shows 20 miles of road construction between Ed-

mond and Wellston (as of 20 Apr 2023)

ODOT awarded a contract worth more than $30 million to T.J. Campbell Construction Company in December, 2022.

The project will be finished in the summer of 2025, about six months before Route 66’s Centennial celebration. Traffic on Oklahoma’s portion of Route 66 may increase by 25% between May – September 2026 as out-ofstate and international travelers drive the eight state Mother Road to enjoy a variety of old and new attractions.

Another ODOT project is starting on SH-66 at SH-102 (west of Wellston) to Pottawatomie Road, a three-mile section.

To stay up-to-date on Oklahoma road conditions, go to: https://oklahoma.gov/odot/travel/current-traffic-conditions.html

Eight miles of Route 66 is affected by construction from 2023-2025. A $30 million contract was awarded to T.J. Campbell Construction.

SH-66 (Route 66) is being widened to four lanes between Post Road, Edmond, and POPS 66, Arcadia.

The Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters (OAB) recently selected two students from the University of Central Oklahoma as 2023-24 scholarship recipients. The recipients include Natalie Bailey, a junior professional media major from Moore, Oklahoma, and Bradie Gray, a junior professional media major from Enid, Oklahoma. Two of the five scholarship recipients are from Central — making it a significant accomplishment for the UCO Department of Mass Communication. Pictured, left to right, Bailey and Gray.

Stipends for broadcast students

The Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters (OAB) recently selected two students from the University of Central Oklahoma as 2023-24 scholarship recipients. The recipients include Natalie Bailey, a junior professional media major from Moore, Oklahoma, and Bradie Gray, a junior professional media major from Enid, Oklahoma. Two of the five scholarship recipients are from Central — making it a significant accomplishment for the UCO Department of Mass Communication.

“The Department of Mass Communication is really proud that two of the five students who won OAB scholarships statewide are from Central,” said Desiree Hill, Ph.D., assistant professor for the Department of Mass Communication at Central.

“Both exemplify what it means to be working students. Natalie already has a job as an associate producer, and Bradie has been involved with UCentral student media since he first arrived at UCO. It takes teamwork to make student media happen. Bradie and Natalie contribute, help others

and make our department proud.”

Bailey is a reporter for UCentral News, the university’s student media network. Outside of UCO, she works as an associate producer for KOCO 5 News Oklahoma City, where she oversees elements of production.

“I have always enjoyed storytelling and informing others. I love being able to keep not only my fellow Bronchos informed, but also those across Oklahoma,” Bailey said.

Gray is also involved in the student-run newscast, UCentral News, with roles as a reporter and main desk anchor. He has received several awards from OAB, including 2021 Sports Personality, second overall in Sports Talk Show, third overall in Feature News and third overall in Radio Sports Play-by-Play.

“I am extremely gracious and thankful to OAB and all the judges who chose me to receive this award. I’ve been lucky enough to work and learn under amazing faculty at Central,” Gray said. Each student will receive $2,000 to use during the fall or spring semesters.

By Sen. Markwayne Mullin

Every American deserves affordable, dependable energy – this fact should not be political.

Yet on Joe Biden’s first day in office, he signed an executive order to cancel the Keystone XL pipeline and rejoined the Paris Climate Agreement setting the tone for his administration’s all-out war on our domestic energy producers. While President Biden attempts to court favor with the far-Left by suspending new lease sales and funneling trillions of taxpayer dollars towards his Green New Deal agenda, the American people are left shouldering the burden of this unnecessary assault.

Time and again, we have seen the Biden administration enact legislation to hinder American energy production, while blaming domestic producers for the shortfall of energy resources, skyrocketing prices, and diesel shortages. Try as they might, the American people are smarter than this. Energy prices have risen 37% since Biden took office, and while the administration refuses to take the blame for this economic pain, it’s not hard to see who caused it.

The Biden administration has been gas-lighting our domestic energy producers for the past two years. The White House even used faulty statistics to justify its refusal to comply with timely onshore and offshore federal oil and gas lease sales. After peddling the false notion that domestic producers were not making use of Approved Permits to Drill, they quietly walked it back when the truth came to light.

Biden has also blamed Russian President Vladimir Putin for high gas prices when it is Joe Biden who made America reliant on Russian oil and gas in the first place. Under President Trump, the U.S. was a net energy exporter. Putin’s war never should have affected our energy supply. Now, thanks to President Biden, we’re left at the mercy of OPEC+ who just announced they would cut output by 1.6 million barrels per day, causing another surge in energy prices.

President Biden knows our country needs oil and gas. He said so himself during his State of the Union speech. He still pursues a political agenda anyway. In a leaked memo, a Biden Department of Interior official admitted lower royalty fees for oil and gas sales would provide “greater energy security.” Clearly, this administration will do whatever it takes to abide by their partisan agenda, rather than face the reality of what’s best for the American people. Another fact they don’t want you to know, is even renewable energies rely on plastics made from petrochemicals, and the vast majority of petrochemicals are derived from oil and gas. Isn’t it ironic that fossil fuels are powering Biden’s Green New Deal.

Just like Biden’s Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said, “Pipe is the best way to go,” in reference to the safest means to transport fuel, even after Biden canceled the Keystone XL pipeline and the more than 12,000 American jobs that came with it.

The Biden administration prioritizes politics over American prosperity.

So, how does our country restore American energy independence and lower prices for all Americans? The solution is simple. We must take energy policy away from the White House and put it back in the hands of the states and agencies like Department of Energy and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

Oklahoma has proven its ability to provide affordable, dependable energy solutions to our nation. From the invention of fracking to breakthroughs in wind energy, our state’s all-of-the-above energy approach has led to a cleaner environment and the most robust economy our country has ever seen. This success is a testament to the generations of Oklahomans who have lent their skills to the industry,

All the public deserves affordable dependable energy

You’re ‘bacon me’ hungry — let’s go high on the hog

By Carol Smaglinski

“High on the Hog” was originally known in the British army for the way the most tender parts of the meat were portioned out. Officers got the best, which was high on the hog, while the troops with lower ranks shared the remains.

No doubt about it, pork and goat are among the most eaten varieties of meat in the world.

Americans pig-out on more pork than goat, even though goat is prized for its fur, meat and chevre (Shev), which is a delightfully tart goat cheese.

From the best parts of the pig comes Canadian bacon, called Back Bacon in Canada, a cut from the center back of the animal. That is where the most tender and juiciest meat is found, which is reason enough to get out of bed for brunch on a lazy Sunday morning. Regular bacon comes from the belly of the animal.

Cuts from the center area include the bone-in center-rib roast, and the boneless top-loin roast. Tie those two together and you get a boneless double top-loin roast.

When this muscle is cured, the eye of the loin or the central muscle becomes Canadian bacon. The cylindrical piece of pork is very lean and is either brine-cured or smoked and is much drier than ham, but leaner than regular bacon.

Canadian bacon is used in Eggs Benedict and its origin seems to be at Delmonico’s Restaurant in Manhattan where a Mr. and Mrs. LeGrand Benedict once complained that everything on its lunch menu was boring.

So the chef created Eggs Benedict and the rest is history. The recipe is a heavyweight for unsurpassed flavor. Along with the Hollandaise, your cooking repertoire should include crisp English muffins, a flat, round yeast-raised bread baked on a griddle rather than in the oven with its surface sprinkled with cornmeal.

If not toasted, the muffin will seem a bit doughy, so do toast it. There are several varieties in supermarkets including whole wheat. To open, stick an upside-down fork in and out on the sides all around and gently pull apart.

To warm up the eggs fresh from the fridge for the Hollandaise, place them, still in their shells, in a bowl of hot water for about five minutes before starting.

Hollandaise Sauce

Makes 1 cup

4 eggs yolks (save whites for another recipe) ½ cup butter (1 stick)

The juice of one medium lemon

Place yolks in a blender and add lemon juice. Heat butter in a small pan until bubbling, but not burning. Quickly pour into a measuring cup.

Working fast, run the blender at medium speed to blend eggs and juice for about 5 seconds. Pour the hot butter into the opening of the blender in a nice steady stream and watch the sauce thicken immediately. Season with salt and pepper and a pinch of cayenne, if desired. Pour sauce into a double boiler if you have to hold.

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Eggs Benedict

Makes 4 servings

Toasted and buttered English muffins thin slices of Canadian Bacon, heated Poached eggs (poached ahead for about 4 minutes and held in hot water)

Place the two halves of the English muffin on an individual serving plate. Place two thin slices of Canadian Bacon on each half of the muffin. Top with a poached egg and then a dollop of Hollandaise over the top. Serve hot!

Representing AT&T as the sponsor of the Edmond chamber monthly luncheon is Jan Moran as she welcomes featured speaker, Oklahoma U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin.

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Be sure to ask ‘why’

By Steve Gust

It’s not a bad idea to question situations. When it concerns governments, it’s even a better idea.

Here recently, Gov. Stitt has been trying to lure some major businesses to Oklahoma. That’s not a bad idea. It’s one of the things governors do.

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Even that issue becomes political. Democrat lawmakers believe we’d land more of them if our politics were more liberal. They think that somehow that would send some kind of message that we’re really a ”happening” state and the companies should locate here. I don’t buy it.

But there is something else that concerns me about adding hundreds or thousands of new jobs to the metro. Have we ascertained how that impacts our infrastructure?

My late-father used to have a pretty standard answer to recruiting new businesses here. “We have all the people we need now anyway. We don’t want anymore,” he would say.

He’d be amazed seeing all the development in Edmond and the metro.

When I first visited him at his home in east Edmond 40 years ago, Colttrane was a gravel road. The same was true for 15th street east of Bryant.

Things have changed. But today if you have ever been stuck in rush hour traffic, do you really want to add hundreds of more cars to the equation? Can the utility companies handle it or will they just decide to raise everyone’s rates again and again and again?

Don’t get me wrong. I’m for a robust economy. I remember when I worked for small town newspapers. It was a big deal to get any new business. A new business, even a fast food restaurant, meant jobs. And at one time in American history people really preferred jobs to handouts.

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Something else I question are all of these broadcast ads warning (I’d say scaring) people about home title fraud. I get it that there are thieves out there, but shouldn’t the banks and mortgage companies have tough protocols? Before any money is loaned out on a home, there should be some pretty hard and steadfast rules. At least that’s the way I see it.

Then again, it speaks volumes how hard some people work to be dishonest.

State may want feds to make some changes

Sen. Micheal Bergstrom, R-Adair, has won approval for two measures that call for amending the U.S. Constitution. Bergstrom is the Senate principal author of House Joint Resolution 1017 and HJR 1032, which were approved by the full Senate Thursday.

“Since Washington D.C. doesn’t know how to balance a budget or understand that all powers not granted by the U.S. Constitution to the federal government are reserved to the states, the Oklahoma Legislature is stepping up with resolutions to help change that,” Bergstrom said.

HJR 1032 submits an official application to Congress to call an Article V Convention of the States to establish congressional term limits. For the convention to be held, 34 states must call for it. For the limits to be imposed, 38 states must vote in favor of the amendment.

“Americans, and especially Oklahomans, are fed up with career politicians on Capitol Hill. Recent polls show that more than 80 per-

cent of voters support term limits for members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives,” Bergstrom said.

Nearly 70 percent of Oklahomans voted in favor of legislative term limits on state legislators in 1990. State legislators can serve a maximum of 12 years in either the House or Senate, or a combination of service in both chambers.

“We have seen bipartisan support from citizens across the state who believe Congress should face similar limits,” Bergstrom said.

HJR 1017 is the reauthorization of a delegation of commissioners to participate in a gathering of states to serve at an Article V Convention of States that might be called to deal with a single balanced budget amendment, or a combination of amendments to limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, impose fiscal restraints, and place term limits on federal officials. The existing authorization expires at the end of the year.

“The runaway spending in Washington has consequences. Too many to list, but one day there will be a reckoning and it will be our children, our grandchildren and our economy that will pay the price,” Bergstrom said. “For too long D.C. bureaucrats, legislators and presidents have been chopping away at the powers reserved to the states and their citizens. A Convention of States, which is limited in scope like this, can provide a way to get our nation back on the right track in these areas.”

“I am proud to echo the voice of Oklahomans and continue fighting for an end to career politics. I appreciate my colleagues in the Senate and House counterparts who have supported these measures and voted to adopt them this session. I hope more states will join us in ensuring the federal government is of the people, by the people, and for the people,” Bergstrom said.

Last week, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (ROK) questioned President Biden’s Secretary of Labor nominee, Julie Su during a Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee hearing. In his remarks, Mullin identified Su’s lack of business experience, revealing her ignorance of what it takes to hire and support the labor force across our country. Through his questioning, Senator Mullin deemed Su unfit to lead the U.S. Department of Labor.

Partial transcript below:

Mullin: I don’t understand the lack of basic knowledge when this is the Health, Education, Labor, and Pension [Committee]…the lack of people that are running these programs, running the industry of actually understanding what the business is like.

If you don’t have a basic understanding of knowing what it’s like, then how can you relate and truly represent both sides?

For instance, have you ever been an employer of a business?

Su: I have not, Senator.

Mullin: Then you don’t understand what it’s like -- how hard it is to sit awake at night trying to figure out how you are going to man a job when you don’t have the people there and you know

you’re going to have to do it.

Mullin: Have you ever created and balanced the budget of a business?

Mullin: Have you ever acquired or sold a business?

Su: I have not, Senator.

Mullin: Have you ever had to raise capital in order to launch a business?

Su: I have not, Senator.

Mullin: Have you ever had to provide a quarterly report to shareholders?

Su: Senator, I have not done these things.

Mullin: Have you ever decided which health insurance plan to offer your employees?

Su: I have not chosen a health insurance plan for employees.

Mullin: Have you ever had an employee file for worker’s compensation?

Su: As an employer, no.

Celtic Throne schedules shows at Armstrong

Irish dancers and musicians from Edmond’s Herbert W. Armstrong College and Armstrong Dance will embark on their fourth U.S. tour beginning May 18, visiting 11 states over seven weeks with their show Celtic Throne—The Royal Journey of Irish Dance.

Armstrong Auditorium will host three performances at the beginning and end of the tour—at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 30, at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 9, and at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 16.

“Easily the best dance show I’ve seen since the originals. An absolute must-see,” says Darren Maguire in reaction to Celtic Throne. He should know. “As an ex-Riverdance lead dancer,” he adds, “I know brilliant when I see it.”

Celtic Throne explores the ancient origins of Irish step dance and celebrates the millennia-long journey of a music-and-dance-loving people. The hit show combines a powerful, cinematic score by

Golden Globe-nominated composer Brian Byrne with hard- and soft-shoe Irish dancing, all set against epic imagery of Ireland, the Scottish Highlands, scenes from the British Empire and traditional America.

A highlight of the 11-state tour is a second encore performance at Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN where audiences have been ecstatic.

Celtic Throne will also perform in Dayton and Columbus, OH; Reading and York, PA; Washington, D.C; Millville, NJ; Wilmington, DE; Richmond and Norfolk, VA; Providence, RI; Raleigh, NC; Louisville, KY and Edmond,.

“Celtic Throne is a stonking celebration of the British Isles and the United States. It is guaranteed to leave audiences thrilled and inspired,” said co-director Brad Macdonald. “Bring the entire family for an unforgettable experience!”

Born in Ireland and living in Oklahoma, Brian Byrne is a multi-award-winning film and television

composer, songwriter and producer. Byrne composed music for Heartbeat of Home and has collaborated with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, including Katy Perry, Bono, Barbara Streisand, Josh Groban, Sinead O’Connor, Kelly Clarkson and Sarah McLachlan, to name a few.

The Armstrong Dance troupe is comprised of over 30 Irish dancers from around the world, including Britain, Canada and the United States, ranging in age from 23 to just five years old. The troupe is comprised mostly of students from the Carey Academy, some of whom have competed with great success in top Irish dance competitions, including Worlds, All Irelands, Great Britain and North American Nationals.

Tickets to Celtic Throne—The Royal Journey of Irish Dance start at $40 for adults and $35 for youth ages 6-17. For more information, please visit CelticThrone.com or call (405) 285-1010. Discounted group rates are available.

A part of the talented group of entertainers making up the Celtic Throne show.

Liver transplant recipient now is paying it forward

Lorrinda Gray-Davis, relocated back to Oklahoma City in August 2016 with hopes of a fresh start. Exactly one year later, she was diagnosed with inoperable liver cancer and end stage liver failure.

Not knowing anyone who had previously had a transplant, she began the daunting process of getting on the transplant list feeling lonely, terrified and hopeless; but, she was willing to do whatever it took. Many weeks later, she received a call about a possible liver match and finally began to feel some relief. However, there are times when the organ is not healthy or is otherwise not a good fit, and the transplant has to be canceled. This is known as a “dry run” and this was exactly what happened to Gray-Davis.

The next week she received a call from the pretransplant coordinator about another possible match. Vivek Kohli, M.D., the director of transplant and hepatobiliary surgery at the INTEGRIS Health Nazih Zuhdi Transplant Institute at INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center, spoke to Gray-Davis about the potential liver. He informed her the organ was high risk and said she would need to commit to various precautions after the transplant. A high risk organ carries a very small risk of transmitting infection or cancer. “I knew I wanted to live. The liver they were offering me was better than what I had so I jumped at the offer,” says Davis. Her successful liver transplant took place on August 8, 2018.

As Gray-Davis began to heal and move forward, she made it her mission to support candidates experiencing the ups and downs of waiting for a transplant. “I get to visit patients, talk to them and tell them it’s okay. When you go through a transplant, you’re going to have all these feelings; highs and lows and you don’t know what to do,” GrayDavis claims. “Your only option is to trust your transplant team, because they are going to do everything they can to help you.”

For the last four years, she has been supporting, counseling and guiding transplant patients and their families. Gray-Davis was the founder of Transplant Recipients International Organization (known as TRIO) in Oklahoma and currently serves as the group’s president. TRIO is an independent, not-forprofit, international organization committed to improving the quality of life of transplant candidates, recipients, their families and the families of organ and tissue donors.

“I am forever grateful to the INTEGRIS Health Nazih Zuhdi Transplant Institute and my amazing transplant team for what they have done for me,” says Gray-Davis. “Not only do I have a new liver, but also a new outlook on life. Nobody should have to go through this difficult journey alone. The transplant community is strong, resilient and TOGETHER we can be a success story.”

Learn the basics of yard fertilizing

Spring marks the return of lawn and garden season. Lawns often bear the brunt of winter's wrath, so spring is a great time to nurse them back to health, and fertilizing can be an essential component of that process.

Fertilizing a lawn can be intimidating. An array of fertilizers, with each seemingly designed to address a different issue, can make homeowners' heads spin when visiting their local lawn and garden center. However, fertilizing is a very simple task that any homeowner

can tackle. In fact, fears about fertilizing are often unfounded and can be overcome with some basic knowledge of the process.

Identify which type of grass is in the yard. The home improvement experts at HGTV note that turfgrass is divided into two categories: cool-season grass and warm-season grass. A local lawn and garden center can help homeowners identify which type of grass is in the yard, and this often depends on location. Fescue, bluegrass and perennial ryegrass are some examples of coolseason grasses, while Bermuda, bahia, St. Augustine, and zoysia are considered warm-season grasses. Identifying which type of grass is in the lawn is important because that will indicate when to fertilize.

Cool-season grasses are typically best fertilized in early spring, while warm-season lawns can benefit from an application just before especially warm temperatures arrive.

Survey the lawn to identify which spreader to use. A small yard or a thriving lawn with only a few bald or unsightly patches may not need a full application of fertilizer. In such instances, a hand spreader can suffice.

For larger lawns and areas, a broadcast spreader is the ideal option. Spreaders have multiple settings, and

the fertilizer package will indicate which setting to utilize when using the product.

Test the soil prior to purchasing fertilizer. The lawn experts at Pennington® note that a simple soil test can reveal soil pH and phosphorous and potassium levels. Soil tests can be purchased at most home improvement stores and lawn and garden centers, and they can help homeowners determine which fertilizer will most benefit their lawns.

Water the lawn prior to fertilizing. The experts at Scotts® recommend a good watering a few days prior to fertilizing a lawn. Such an approach ensures the soil is ready to accept the fertilizer once it's applied.

Follow the instructions carefully. Detailed instructions are typically provided on fertilizer product packaging.

Once homeowners have identified and purchased the product they need, they can simply follow the instructions on the packaging, including how and when to water after application, which can make fertilizing less intimidating.

Fertilizing in spring can help a lawn recover from the previous summer and winter, ensuring it's lush and green when summer entertaining season arrives.

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Lorrinda Davis and INTEGRIS Health Social Worker, Sarah Eggers, LSW

A $2.5 million grant for OMRF

The National Institutes of Health has awarded the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation $2.5 million to explore the connection between aging and Sjögren’s disease, an autoimmune condition.

OMRF scientist Umesh Deshmukh, Ph.D., received the five-year grant to study why pronounced symptoms of Sjögren’s often don’t begin until after age 40. The work will aid in the development of strategies to treat the condition.

“In many cases, the disease begins much earlier, but the symptoms are confined to mild routine dryness of the mouth or dry eyes, so people ignore them,” Deshmukh said. “Over time, symptoms become more prominent.”

Sjögren’s is a chronic disorder that happens when the immune system attacks the glands that produce fluids, like tears and saliva. In addition to profound fatigue and chronic pain,

Sjögren’s can cause organ dysfunction, permanent vision problems and a higher risk of lymphoma.

The disease may affect up to 4 million Americans, according to the Sjögren’s Syndrome Foundation. Women comprise 9 out of 10 patients, and many are in middle age or past menopause when they are diagnosed. The cause is unknown, but researchers believe a combination of genetic, environmental and possibly hormonal factors trigger the disease. There is no known cure.

Deshmukh’s research will examine the connection between Sjögren’s and oxidative stress. This phenomenon occurs when there are too many unstable molecules called “free radicals” in the body and not enough antioxidants to get rid of them. As these free radicals increase, they cause cellular damage to other molecules and proteins they interact with.

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scientist Umesh Deshmukh, Ph.D.

Back to the drawing board at AppleTV

By George Gust

There’s a well-worn movie trope where a couple in the movie will be perusing the new movies coming out in their fictional world. And most of the time these fictional blockbusters will have generic titles and a big-name cameo playing up on their movie star persona. Apple TV+’s latest release, “Ghosted” feels like a full length realization of one of these one scene meta Hollywood jokes.

Cole (Chris Evans) falls head over heels for enigmatic Sadie (Ana De Armas), but then makes the shocking discovery that she’s a secret agent. Before they can decide on a second date, Cole and Sadie are swept away on an international adventure to save the world.

The premise of “Ghosted” of a lovestruck Romeo making the grand gesture to travel across the world to meet up with the possible love of his life after a single magical romantic time sets up an opportunity to send up the absurd tropes of the romcom genre, but this set up is quickly dispatched in this movie. Instead, we are thrown into a generic action spy thriller with two leads who have little to no chemistry. The best kind of this genre blending spy/com-

edy/romance comes in the form of movies like “True Lies” and “Mr. & Mrs. Smith.”

And while the two leads of “Ghosted” have movie star charisma in their own rights, the script and filmmaking do little to accentuate that charm.

The overall filmmaking behind “Ghosted” lives in the streaming movie limbo where you have the stars and the big budget but look like they belong on TV and show little signs of the big screen mentality of movies of this stature. Making matters worse was

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the choppy editing that made the action hard to follow and further added to the lack of chemistry as some scenes felt as though the two actors weren’t filming at the same time.

Out of all the movies that have been released this year, “Ghosted” is undoubtedly one of them. For fans of Evans and De Armas as stars, there is a shred of fun to be had with their natural movie-star charisma, but the bland story, uninspiring filmmaking make “Ghosted” a chore to watch by the end. Unable to decide if it wants to be a satirical send up of romcoms or a serious romcom/action flick “Ghosted” ends up being neither. There are some fun and silly cameos in the film, but these aren’t quite worth sitting through the generic and predictable spy story.

“Ghosted” is rated PG-13 for sequences of strong violence/action, brief strong language and some sexual content. Now available to stream on Apple TV+.

1 out of 5 stars

To reach George Gust for a comment on this review, please e-mail gust.george@gmail.com

Sports betting on hold

Sen. Bill Coleman, RPonca City, last week called on Gov. Kevin Stitt to collaborate with tribal leaders to advance sports betting in the future.

Sen. Coleman was the Senate principal author of HB 1027, which would have legalized sports betting in Oklahoma. He said the demise of the bill in part was the lack of coordination between the executive branch and tribal leadership.

“I continue to believe that sports betting would be a good thing for our state,” Sen. Coleman said. “The majority of my constituents who have reached out were overwhelmingly supportive of sports betting. However, it became clear during the process that there are too many unresolved issues that ultimately killed it this year.

“This legislation will take more than just passing a bill through the Legislature. When dealing with our tribal partners, compacting, and all the nuances that come with exclusivity and future gaming negotiations, we must get the governor in the same room with tribal leaders to build upon the conversation started this year by the Legislature.

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Simply Indie Film Fest and Windswept Media are seeking fundraising support to film the University of Central Oklahoma Endeavor Games for a documentary. Filming will begin in May and continue through the end of the UCO Endeavor Games, June 8-11. The film titled, “Endeavor,” will feature a group of athletes as they share their stories and prepare to compete in the 2023 UCO Endeavor Games. Pictured, an athlete from a previous UCO Endeavor Games.

Funds being raised to help film Endeavor Games documentary

Two local film production companies are raising funds to begin production on a documentary film about the University of Central Oklahoma Endeavor Games. The documentary, “Endeavor,” will share the stories of four athletes as they prepare for, and compete, in the 2023 UCO Endeavor Games, June 8-11.

Edmond-based Simply Indie Film Fest and Windswept Media, based out of Oklahoma City, will use the funds to support the cost of production and the multiple crew members needed for the project.

The UCO Endeavor Games provides athletes with physical disabilities an opportunity to participate in various sporting events on a competitive level.

Athletes include, Haven Shepherd, a swimmer from Vietnam; Derek Loccident, a runner and former UCO football player from Oklahoma City; Micah Campbell, a multi-sport wheelchair athlete from Wichita, Kansas; and, Lakisha McFadden, a multi-sport athlete from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

“’Endeavor’ is a celebration of

these athletes and the dedication to their craft,” said Lynzi Carlson, producer at Simply Indie Film Fest.

“It is also a portrait of how giving those without a platform a place to achieve their goals can be a chance to witness greatness.”

The UCO Endeavor Games is the nation’s largest multi-sport, multi-disability event. The 2023 games include 11 sports — air rifle, archery, cycling, powerlifting, sitting volleyball, swimming, track and field, table tennis, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair softball and wheelchair tennis.

To learn more about the fundraising campaign or to donate, visit igg.me/at/endeavordoc.

Follow @endeavordoc on Instagram to stay up to date on the latest information.

For more information about the documentary or to become an official sponsor of “Endeavor,” contact Carlson, at 405-513-0870 or simplyindiefilmfest@gmail.com.

For more information about the UCO Endeavor Games, visit endeavorgames.org.

Feds: 42,795 died on road

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) last week announced that an estimated 42,795 people died in traffic crashes in the United States in 2022 – down 0.3% from the year before. That’s an average of 117 people dying on our roads every single day last year. Traffic deaths have surged 30% over the past decade, with nearly 10,000 more fatalities when compared to 32,893 in 2013.

Any reduction in roadway deaths is positive, but the minor decrease announced by NHTSA follows an unprecedented pandemic-fueled surge in roadway fatalities and dangerous driving. Traffic deaths rose from 36,355 in 2019 to 42,795 in 2022, a nearly 18% increase. The most dangerous driving behaviors – speeding, impaired driving and not wearing a seat belt – all increased in both 2020 and 2021. This is not only impacting motorists, but other road users, particularly pedestrians. Deaths involving people on foot have skyrocketed in

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recent years, reaching a 40-year high of nearly 7,500 in 2021, according to a GHSA data analysis. Early indications of 2022 data point to it being another incredibly deadly year for people walking.

These roadway deaths are heartbreaking, unacceptable and preventable. We will not accept such incremental safety progress after two years of escalating deaths and more dangerous driving on U.S. roads. The Safe System approach, outlined in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (U.S. DOT) National Roadway Safety Strategy, offers a roadmap for reducing traffic crashes, injuries and deaths. It calls for using all proven countermeasures – equitable traffic enforcement; infrastructure that slows down drivers and protects pedestrians, bicyclists and other nonmotorized road users; community engagement campaigns developed with local input.

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Lockwood named a leader for Oklahoma CareerTech

The Oklahoma State Board of Career and Technology Education recently approved the appointment of Justin Lockwood as chief of staff of Oklahoma CareerTech.

Lockwood, deputy state director of economic development and support services at Oklahoma CareerTech, will move into the chief of staff position June 1. He will replace Lee Denney, who has been serving as interim chief of staff since January when Brent Haken was named state director.

“Lockwood is an integral part of our team and has worked diligently to find opportunities to grow and serve,” Haken said. “I am excited for him to be named chief of staff by the board. His background, leadership experiences, grounded decision-making skills and passion for quality education will continue to serve the Oklahoma Career and Technology Education System well.”

Lockwood has been a deputy state director at Oklahoma CareerTech since November 2017. He provides leadership for a number of divisions: accreditation, assessment, workforce and economic development, educational partnerships and customized services, facilities and logistics, human resources, Oklahoma APEX Accelerator, work-based learning and the Skills Centers School System. He previously has been responsible for the Curriculum and Instructional Materials Center; digital printing, distribution and client services; and professional development.

“Oklahoma Career Tech is recognized nationally as a premiere Career Tech System,” he said. “It is an honor to have been selected to serve in the role. I look forward to the opportunity to continue serving the Oklahoma Department of Career and

Technology Education and the residents of Oklahoma.”

Lockwood earned an associate degree from Connors State College in Warner; bachelor’s degrees in mechanized agriculture and agricultural education from Oklahoma State University; a master’s degree in education administration from the University of Central Oklahoma; district level certification from Wichita (Kansas) State University; and a doctorate in education from Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas.

Before coming to Oklahoma CareerTech, Lockwood served as superintendent of Prague Public Schools. He began his career as an agricultural education teacher in Stringtown Public Schools and then Drumright Public Schools before moving into administration as an assistant principal at Arkansas City (Kansas) High School; principal at Caney Valley High School in Caney, Kansas; administrator in charge of transportation, maintenance, grounds and support services in the Caney Valley School District; and superintendent of Flinthills School District in Rosalia, Kansas.

Oklahoma CareerTech: Education that works for you

The Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education provides leadership and resources and assures standards of excellence for a comprehensive statewide system of career and technology education. The system offers programs and services in 29 technology center districts operating on 60 campuses, 391 PK-12 school districts, 15 Skills Centers campuses that include three juvenile facilities and 32 adult education and family literacy providers.

The agency is governed by the State Board of Career and Technology Education and works closely with the State Department of Education and the State Regents for Higher Education to provide a seamless educational system for all Oklahomans.

AAA believes higher gas prices may have spiked

A drop in gasoline demand and falling oil prices may combine to take the air out of rising pump prices. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline rose two cents to hit $3.68, which is still 44 cents lower than last year. In Oklahoma, the gas average is $3.38 today, up five cents in the last week and 40 cents lower than one year ago.

According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gas demand decreased from 8.94 to 8.52 million b/d last week. Meanwhile, total domestic gasoline stocks increased slightly by 1.3 million bbl to 223.5 million bbl as U.S. refineries are returning to service from extensive winter/spring maintenance. The EIA said total input rose last week by 330,000 b/d to 16.44 million b/d, putting it above this time last year. More refinery operations will be restarted in the next three weeks, with some planned work extending into June.

At the close of Friday’s formal trading session, WTI decreased by 5% on the week to settle at $77.87. Oil prices fell this week amid ongoing

market concerns that future interest rate increases could tip the economy into a recession, likely leading to reduced oil demand and prices. Additionally, the EIA reported that total domestic commercial crude inventories decreased by 4.5 million bbl to 466 million bbl last week.

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“The recent surge in oil costs took a break this week, with the price of oil tumbling back into the upper $70s per barrel,” said Rylie Mansuetti, spokesperson for AAA Oklahoma. “If this oil price trend continues, drivers may see falling gas prices.”

AAA has a variety of resources to help motorists save on fuel:

Fuel Price Finder (http://www.AAA.com/fuelfinder) locates the lowest fuel price in your area.

AAA Gas Cost Calculator (http://gasprices.aaa.com/aaa-gascost-calculator/) helps budget travel expenses.

TripTik Mobile (http://www.aaa.com/mobile) plots fuel prices along your travel route.

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Regent Bank, the Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce and others mark the arrival of the bank. Regent Bank is at 851 W. I-35 Frontage Rd., Suite 140. Welcome Regent Bank.

Regent Bank marks a grand opening in Edmond

Regent Bank recently held a ribbon cutting with the Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce to celebrate their grand opening at 851 W I-35 Frontage Rd, Suite 140.

“Regent Bank is so excited to expand into Edmond,” Sean Kouplen, Chairman & CEO of Regent Bank said. “It is one of Oklahoma’s greatest cities, and our Oklahoma City Metro Market president Darin Kent has a wonderful following there, and he is very active in the community.”

“Regent Bank already has an outstanding client base in Edmond,” Kent said. “This opportunity allows us to bring our services closer to our clients and show the rest of the community a truly different way of banking.”

“Regent has a history of developing long-lasting relationships and friendships in the business community and providing exemplary customer service,” Kent said. “We want our new Edmond location to be a true partner in the community and help make the city an even better place to live, work and play.”

Regent Bank was founded in 1898 in Nowata, OK, and was acquired by Regent Capital Corporation 13 years ago. The bank has seven locations in Oklahoma and Missouri including Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Broken Arrow, Edmond, Bartlesville and Nowata as well as Springfield, MO.

Regent specializes in combining state-of-the-art, online mobile banking tools with a personalized

Downtown studio makes fitness fun

By Alexx Reger EL&L Business Editor

Energetic Motion Studio is one of the newest businesses in Downtown Edmond and is sure to get you grooving to the music. Owner, Emily Morgan and Manager, Kayleigh Nesom are excited to bring you this fun fitness studio where exercising becomes a blast!

“My background is in dance performance,” says Morgan. “While training pre-professionally, I taught fitness to make extra money on the side. I realized how much I loved sharing the gift of fitness and movement with other average “non-dancer” people, and how much more of an impact I was making on their health by guiding them in exercise, verses performing on stage.”

Morgan started the studio to also provide an opportunity for fitness instructors to be paid lucratively and have complete freedom and ownership over their own classes.

Energetic Motion Studio offers primarily group fitness classes like Zumba, Yoga, Barre and other forms of exercise. “We have a variety of appointment options like nutrition consultations, private and semi-private Yoga sessions, wedding dance choreography and soft-tissue stretch sessions!” says Morgan.

The focus at Energetic Motion Studio is quality verses quantity. “Our class sizes are smaller (up to 12 people per class), which gives us the ability to focus on each attendee individually throughout a class to give the most value,” says Morgan. “We are an extremely close-knit community, and our focus is truly on over-delivering to our clientele, as a woman-owned, local, Edmond-rooted business.”

Morgan says the best part of being a business owner is seeing people walk out of the studio with sweat glistening on their forehead and a grin, feeling happy they came even if they didn’t feel like that before class. “The classes truly change the energy our clients come in with, and they leave different,” says Morgan. “And I love seeing the vibrancy spill over into other areas of our clients’ lives, as well.”

In the future, Morgan foresees their capabilities growing even more from more instructors, more variety of locations, all with the same heart and quality and more wellness spread as a result.

Energetic Motion Studio is located in Downtown Edmond at 717 S. Boulevard. For more information call 580977-7418 or visit www.energeticmotionstudio.com.

Banker reappointed to board

Citizens Bank of Edmond is proud to announce the reappointment of president and chief executive officer, Jill Castilla, as the Kansas City Fed’s representative to the Federal Advisory Council for 2023.

Castilla

The past year Ms. Castilla traveled quarterly to Washington, DC where she met with and advised the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors on economic and banking matters and provided recommendations on several areas under the Board’s jurisdiction. Ms. Castilla was able to present on topics including labor markets, the

FedNow instant payment service and inflation.

The Federal Advisory Council is established by the Federal Reserve Act and includes one representative from each of the Federal Reserve’s 12 Districts.

“I started my banking career at the Kansas City Federal Reserve nearly 25 years ago and this past year has been an incredible mark in my career,” said Castilla. “It is an honor to represent this district and work alongside the Board of Governors and fellow advisors on this council.”

About Citizens Bank of Edmond Citizens Bank of Edmond continues to operate on the same downtown Edmond intersection where it was founded in April 1901.

approach, so customers get to know their banker by name. Regent offers unique products, including totally free banking to non-profits, free checking for businesses up to 1,000 transactions, and one of the state’s lowest overdraft fees. Regent is among the country’s fastest growing financial institutions with nearly $1 billion in total assets.

Regent has won many awards including the ABA’s Central United States Community Bank of the Year, the AIB’s Extraordinary Banking Award, Inc. Magazine's Best Places to Work in 2018 and 2019, and it was honored by Oklahoma Magazine and Tulsa World as one of the Best of the Best Banks in Oklahoma. To learn more about Regent Bank, visit https://www.regent.bank/.

Ways to keep kids healthy

Oklahoma City Indian Clinic providing health and wellness services to American Indians in central Oklahoma, wants to promote mental and physical health for children of all ages.

Every Kid Healthy Week will be observed April 24-28, 2023 to encourage families to take action and improve the health and wellness of their children. Here are five fun ways to get your family started on the path to better health.

Take brain breaks: A brain break is a quick physical activity that allows your brain and body to reset after a long period of hard mental work. This can include yoga, jumping jacks or even a short dance party. Both children and adults can benefit from brain breaks, so try out different activities to see what works best for your family.

Cook a healthy meal together: Giving your children an age-appropriate kitchen task, like setting the table or stirring a bowl, builds confidence and encourages adventurous eating. Remember to eat meals together with no distractions so you can enjoy your meal. Find low-cost, healthy recipes here: okcic.com/programs/sdpi/okciccooking/

Get plenty of exercise: In addition to benefiting your overall health, exercise produces stress-relieving hormones. Pick an activity your family enjoys and incorporate it into your daily routine. One unique way to ensure your family gets enough physical activity is to track each family member’s steps, then crown a champion at the end of the day. There are various activity apps that track that information for you and give you an option to compete between friends and family automatically, including Samsung Health, FitBit and more.

Explore the outdoors: Spending time outside can improve your mood and attention span. Visiting local parks or hiking trails are a great way for families of all ages to enjoy the fresh air and warm weather. Don’t forget to apply sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 before spending time outdoors.

Sign up for health and wellness programs near you: OKCIC offers a variety of youth camps, after-school programs and fitness and health education classes for all ages. These programs offer exciting and educational experiences for patients. Learn more: okcic.com/programs/hpdp-health-promotion-disease-prevention/

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Lawmakers laud state’s ‘National Teacher of Yr.’

Legislators from the Oklahoma House of Representatives today congratulated Rebecka Peterson, a math teacher at Union High School, for being named National Teacher of the Year for 2023 by the Council of Chief State Schools Officers (CCSSO).

Peterson has taught math, ranging from Intermediate Algebra to Advanced Placement Calculus, for the past 11 years at Union High School.

Rep. Jeff Boatman, R-Tulsa, said House District 67 was proud to claim Peterson as one of their own.

"Rebecka represents the absolute best of Oklahoma and is a wonderful example for every educator in the state," Boatman said. "She finds new ways to make math fun and exciting while helping her students excel, and her accomplishments have set the bar high for herself, her students and educators across the state. Her exemplary work encouraging the next generation of Oklahomans to love mathematics is setting our state up for success, and I'm very proud to have Rebecka as my constituent."

"It's incredibly exciting that our National Teacher of the Year is not only someone who works at a school serving my House district, but is someone who can convey complex math coursework in a way that helps our young people succeed in skills needed in life and in our future workforce," said Rep. Ross Ford, R-Broken Arrow.

"Congratulations to Rebecka Peterson and bless her for her dedication to helping our next generation excel."

"When I heard the news, my first thought was 'well of course she won!'" said Rep. Melissa Provenzano, D-Tulsa, who is a former Tulsa-area public school teacher and administrator. "Rebecka has made us all so very proud. She is the finest example of the kinds of teachers who serve in Oklahoma public schools. We have the best teachers in the nation, and now the nation knows!"

"I'm so proud of Rebecka," said House Common Education Chair Rep. Rhonda Baker, R-Yukon. "Her

accomplishments in the classroom not only benefit her students and her school, but now has elevated Oklahoma onto the national stage, where her success story makes us all shine bright."

Peterson will spend a year as an ambassador for students and teachers, where she will travel across the nation to encourage and attract more teachers to the profession.

Peterson's win marks the first time that a Union High School teacher has had a finalist. It is also the first time since 1964 that Oklahoma has had a national winner.

Arcadia Lake (405) 216-7471

Arcadia Lake Kids Fishing Derby

Ages: 5-15

Date: June 3

Time: 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Cadence Equestrian Center 14150 S. Pine Street 405-348-7469 cadenceequestrian.com

Camp Cadence offers indoor and outdoor horseback riding experiences to boys and girls ages 6-14.

Full Day Camp: Campers will gain confidence throughout camp and learn many skills including safety around horses, horse care, horse grooming, horse feeding, and more!

Campers will also enjoy a fishing adventure and water activity day at our summer camps!

Ages: 6-14

Cost: $525 per week

Dates: May 30-June 2, June 5-9, June

12-16, June 19-23, June 26-30, July

10-14, July 17-21, July 24-28, July

31-August 4

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Edmond Center Court 601 West 15th Street 405-348-3120

2023 Summer Camps

With the focus on play and fun, this camp provides a great start on that lifelong path, by coaching skills in a way that’s fun and enjoyable. In addition to learning the fundamentals for groundstrokes and serve, players learn how to keep score and tennis etiquette.

Ages: 4-5

Cost: $70

Dates: May 29-June 2, June 5-9, June 12-16, June 19-23, June 26-30, July

3-7

Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Ages: 6-12

Cost: $169

Dates: May 29-June 2, June 5-9, June 12-16, June 19-23, June 26-30, July

3-7, July 10-14, July 17-21, July 24-

2023 Summer Activities & Camps

28, July 31-August 4

Time: 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Edmond Historical Society & Museum 431 S Boulevard 405-340-0078

1889 Summer Camps

Join us this summer at the 1889 Schoolhouse for Summer Camp. Activities will be themed around life in early Edmond.Ages: 7-12

Cost: $60

Dates: June 13-15, June 20-22, July 11-13

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rodkey Camp Summer camp at the 1900s Rodkey

House

Ages: 7-12

Cost: $60

Dates: July 5-7

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Edmond Parks and Recreation 2733 Marilyn Williams Drive 405-359-4630 Edmondparks.com

Funky Monkey Magic

Get ready to take an amazing adventure into the exciting world of magic.

Ages: 6-12

Cost: $180-195

Dates: May 30-June 2, June 20-23, July 17-21, July 31-August 4

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Magic Explorers

This camp introduces preschoolers to the fun and exciting world of magic.

Ages: 3-5

Cost: $160

Dates: May 30-June 2, June 20-23, July 17-21, July 31-August 4

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

VEX Robotics Camp 1

Whether you’re new to the world of robotics or looking to take your programming skills to the next level, this program has it all. Students will use the VEX IQ Robotics Kit. Register at stemadventures.net.

Ages: 8-13

Cost: $200

Dates: May 30-June 2

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-4 p.m.

Dates: June 5-9

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Popstar Camp

Shine bright, dance to the beat of the drum, and give us all your superstar personality! Register at musicalmeinokc.com.

Ages: 4-7

Cost: $220

Dates: June 5-9, July 31-August 4

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Secret Agent Lab

Look out 007—the Mad Science spy academy is in session! Register at okc.madscience.org.

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $195

Dates: June 5-9

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Dates: July 24-28

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Tomorrow’s Artists Today

Specially Designed for Pre-K students and younger, this program introduces participants to the foundational performing and visual arts through sensory exploration and imaginative play. Register at finerartsok.com.

Grades: 1st and under

Cost: $185

Dates: June 6-9, July 10-14

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

“All Keyed Up” Keyboard Camp

A camp favorite is back! Register at musicalmeinokc.com.

Ages: 5-9

Cost: $140

Dates: June 12-16, July 10-14

Time: 12:30-3 p.m.

Crazy Chemistry

Shake up a flask of fun in the lab as a Junior Chemist!. Register at okc. madscience.org.

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $195

Dates: June 12-16, July 24-28

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Disney Mini Musical

“We don’t talk about…Bruno, no, no, no!” or schoolwork at this magical camp. Perfect introductory camp for little stars in the making! Includes a special prop and t-shirt to take home. Register at musicalmeinokc.com.

Ages: 5-9

Cost: $140

Dates: June 12-16, July 10-14

Time: 9-11:30 a.m.

Eureka! The Mad Inventors Camp

Inspire the inventor and scientist in you during this week of discovery and invention. Register at okc.madscience.org

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $195

Dates: June 12-16

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Dates: July 10-14

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Jr. Explorations

Children explore different topics during this fun five-day camp. Register at okc.madscience.org

Ages: 5-6

Cost: $195

Dates: June 12-16, July 10-14

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Movie Makers

If you love movies, if you can’t put down your family video camera this movie camp is right for you. It’s an exciting alternative to just watching movies - and YOU are the star! Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 10-17

Cost: $150

Dates: June 12-15

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Video Game Design

Do you like to play video games?

Ever wonder how they are made?

This interactive course will learn about the basics of video game design. Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 10-17

Cost: $165

Dates: June 12-15

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Dates: July 10-13

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Sewing Camp

Have lots of fun learning how to thread and operate a sewing machine, hand sew, and more! You will get to make and take home a fun project each day.

Ages: 6-19

Cost: $80

Dates: June 13-16, June 27-30, July 11-14, July 25-28

Time: 3-4:30 p.m.

Brixology, Engineers Shape the World Get ready for the Bridges, Bricks, Blast-Off Brigade! Campers step into the shoes of engineers in this Mad Science FUN’gineered camp. Register at okc.madscience.org.

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $175

Dates: June 20-23

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Code Studio

Designed for students ages 6-12 years old. This course offers younger students a fun, interactive look at coding. Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 6-12

Cost: $135

Date: June 20-23

Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Gaming and Coding

Students spend the morning taking an interactive look at coding, and building virtual apps. In the afternoon, students build simple video games combining the art of video game design and animation to create interactive characters that fly around the screen. Students are encouraged to bring a sack lunch. Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 6-12

Cost: $270

Dates: June 20-23

Time: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

iGame Creators

This class is perfect for the younger students (ages 6-10) who are interested in computers and the world of digital media. Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 6-10

Cost: $135

Dates: June 20-23

Time: 1-3:30 p.m.

Dates: July 25-27

Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

My First Science Lab Become a Mini Mad Scientist! Register at okc.madscience.org.

Ages: 5-6

Cost: $160-195

Dates: June 20-23, July 17-21

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

NASA Journey into Deep Space

From our Earth’s atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system, this camp sends young astronauts on a quest for exploration! okc.madscience.org.

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $160

Dates: June 20-23

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Cost: $195

Dates: August 7-11

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Animation This course is perfect for students with a big imagination. Students who are interested in creating fun animations will enjoy this fun interactive classroom experience. Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 10-17

Cost: $155

Dates: June 26-29

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

For Art’s Sake

Grab your palettes and wash your smocks, Finer Artists! Each session provides students with a chance to create their own take-home project. Register at finerartsok.com.

Grades: 2-5

Cost: $185

Dates: June 26-30, July 24-28

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Lego Mindstorm Robotics

Children explore the exciting world of robotics! Two campers work together to build a programmable robot using the Lego Mindstorms platform. Register at okc.madscience.org.

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $215

Dates: June 26-30

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

2023 Summer Activities & Camps

Dates: July 10-14

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Nature, Bugs, & Blossoms

Young explorers discover the natural world of bugs, plants and humans! Register at okc.madscience.org.

Ages: 5-9

Cost: $195

Dates: June 26-30, July 24-28

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

On With the Show

We’re Broadway bound, Finer Artists! Topics include costumes, stage design, clowning, puppets and film studies! Register at finerartsok.com.

Grades: 2-5

Cost: $185

Dates: June 26-30, July 24-28

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Polymers, Crystals, Colors, and More

Chemistry is at the very core of everything living and non-living.

Campers explore many chemical and physical reactions in this week of fun and discovery! Register at okc. madscience.org.

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $195

Dates: June 26-30

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Roblox Studio

Calling all ROBLOX users! Join in with millions of gamers and immerse yourself in your own 3D world! Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 9-15

Cost: $165

Dates: June 26-29, July 24-27

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Space Basketball Camp

Students will have an out of this world experience learning some fancy basketball skills and all about the planets and outer space plus make some amazing crafts. Register at teamsoftomorrow.com.

Ages: 3-5

Cost: $125

Dates: June 28-30

Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

From Beyond: Exploring Science Fiction and Fantasy

Sharpen your laser cutlasses, wind-up those aero-ships and crank your cosmic warp rider to maximum velocity, Finer Artists! From Beyond teaches students about the foundational tropes of Science Fiction with activities in Drama, Register at finerartsok. com.

Grades: 2-5

Cost: $185

Dates: July 3-7

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Little Agents & Detectives

Children learn basic skills in observation and problem solving in this fun filled camp on detective science and spying. Register at okc.madscience. org.

Ages: 5-6

Cost: $160

Dates: July 3-7

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rocking Rockets

This camp takes the children through the principles of flight and aerodynamics. Register at okc.madscience.

org.

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $175

Dates: July 3-7

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Magical Fizz-ical Science

Welcome to a fun- filled and magical science camp as children learn a variety of ahhhmazing exploration of our fizz-ical world! Register at okc. madscience.org.

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $160

Dates: July 3-7

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Cost: $195

Dates: July 17-21

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Fantastic Passages: A Journey through Fantasy

Magical places, creatures, and heroes abound in the series of programs using storytelling, visual art, games, and dramatic play to share sacred folk tales and legends from around the world. Register at finerartsok. com.

Grades: 2-5

Cost: $185

Dates: July 10-14

Time: 1-4 p.m.

The Gaming Academy

This advanced class is perfect for students who are interested in making video game design a career. Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 10-17

Cost: $300

Dates: July 10-13

Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

3D Game Design

Students will learn about the features of 3D video game design and how to create a unique gaming experience. This course is perfect for students who are into gaming and want to create their own interactive gaming experience. Register at youthtechinc. com.

Ages: 10-17

Cost: $155

Dates: July 10-13

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Arcade Games- eSports

This class is a great follow up course to iGame Creators. This class gives students a look at online game development and puts them in the driver’s seat of simple game creation. Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 6-12

Cost: $135

Dats: July 17-20

Time: 1-3:30 p.m.

Code Studio

This course offers younger students a fun, interactive look at coding. This course makes learning to code fun and explores problem solving and programming. Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 6-12

Cost: $135

Dates: July 17-20

Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Concoctions, Bridges, Machines, and Bugs!

Build arches and geodesic domes. Test loads and build some bridges; put on an engineer’s hat and learn about structures. Register at okc. madscience.org.

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $195

Dates: July 17-21

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Dino Basketball Camp

Students will have a dino-mite learning some T-rrific basketball skills and all about dinosaurs as well as making some amazing crafts. Register at teamsoftomorrow.com.

Ages: 3-5

Cost: $125

Dates: July 26-28

Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Engineering Design Calling all problem solving young minds! Oh, we have a fun, open-ended, and creative camp for you. We will use science and make some amazing projects to find solutions to a challenge. Register at okc.madscience.org.

Ages: 7-11

Cost: $195

Dates: July 31-August 4

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Gamers Paradise

This class offers students a look at multiple areas of game design. From mobile game development to stand alone games. Students will create multiple games that they can share with friends and family. Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 6-13

Cost: $135

Dates: July 31-August 3

Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Graphic Design

This course is perfect for students who enjoy taking photos and trying to manipulate them to change the entire look of the image, Register at youthtechinc.com.

Ages: 9-17

Cost: $150

Dates: July 31-August 3

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Cowboy Basketball Camp Students will have a roping, stomping time learning some fancy basketball skills and all about the Wild West. Register at teamsoftomorrow.com.

Ages: 3-5

Cost: $125

Dates: August 9-11

Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Edmond Soccer Club 1502 W. Danforth edmondsoccer.com

ESC Futsal Camp

Futsal is an exciting, fast-paced small sided soccer game that is played across the world and is officially recognized by both FIFA and UEFA. Futsal places a large emphasis on technical skill in high pressure situations which can be translated into the outdoor game. Camp is open to boys and girls. Early registration deadline July 3.

Ages: Under 6-Under 15

Cost: $199

Dates: July 11-14

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

ESC Recreational Camp

The ESC Recreational Camp is recommended for all recreational players U6-U15, boys and girls. The focus of the camp will be on attacking skills, beating the defender 1v1, and attacking the goal to score. The first 2/3 of the session will focus on skills, with the last 30 minutes set aside for scrimmaging in order to implement the skills learned earlier in the session. Players should bring a ball, water, and wear soccer appropriate clothing, including shin guards. Early registration deadline is July 17.

Ages: Under 6-Under 15

Cost: $95

Dates: July 24-27

Time: 5:15-6:45 p.m.

ESC Academy Camp

The ESC Academy Camp is recommended for all recreational and Academy players U7-U10, boys and girls. Players interested in joining the ESC Academy for the fall of 2022 season are encouraged to participate in this camp. This camp will be an excellent way for your child to work with coaches that will be staffing the academy teams this upcoming year. Players should bring a ball, water, and wear soccer appropriate clothing, including shin guards. Early registration deadline is July 17.

Ages: Under 7-Under 10

Cost: $95

Dates: July 24-27

Time: 7-8:30 p.m.

ESC Striker/Goalkeeper Camp

Players should bring a ball, water, and wear soccer appropriate clothing, including shin guards. Early registration deadline is July 24.

Ages: Under 10-Under 19

Cost: $95

Dates: July 28-30

Time: 6-8:30 p.m.

Fine Arts Institute

27 East Edwards 405-340-4481

Fine Arts Institute

27 East Edwards 405-340-4481

Claymation

This 4 day camp will walk you through the basics of how to make claymation movies.

Ages: 8-13

Cost: $160

Dates: May 30-June 2

Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Glow in the Dark Art Camp

Join us as we enjoy three afternoons of “Glow in the Dark” art projects. We will experience some fun and illuminating times using paint, markers, oil pastels and a few surprise sup-

plies that will glow and shine under the coolest of lights. Ages: 6-13

Cost: $120

Dates: May 30-June 1, August 1-3

Time: 12-3 p.m.

Beginning Art Students will start with the fundamentals of art using line, form, shading, shadow, perspective, and portraiture.

Ages: 7-12

Cost: $83-103

Dates: May 30-June 2, June 19-23, August 7-11

Time: 4-5:30 p.m.

Performance Workshop with AnnaCharlotte’s Web Students will gain performance skills and grow in confidence. Reading and memorization required.

Ages: 9-12

Cost: $300

Dates: June 5-9

Time: 1-5 p.m.

Fantastic Fiber Camp Learn the ins and outs of fiber from knitting/crocheting, dying and wet-felting.

Ages: 7-13

Cost: $110

Dates: June 5-7

Time: 3:30-6 p.m.

Art Studio with Gary Study with Gary Lennon in a relaxed, friendly and supportive atmosphere. This class is for students who have completed “Beginning Art”

Ages: 7-14

Cost: $103

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, July 2428, July 31-August 4

Time: 4-5:30 p.m.

Little Artists Camp

Preschoolers will have 3 days of fun filled artistic experiences. Campers will create paintings, collages, prints and three-dimensional art each day. All campers must be potty trained.

Ages: 3-6

Cost: $100

Dates: June 6-8, August 1-3

Time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Playful Dramatics with Anna - Tales of Three Explore theatre through play-based activities, storytelling, and playmaking. Parents are invited to attend a portion of the final class.

Ages: 3-6

Cost: $154

Dates: June 12-16

Time: 9-11 a.m.

Summer Art Escape Camp

Art Escape Camp is a FAI tradition where kids enjoy a week filled with creative workshops in the visual arts. Students will rotate through 4 workshops each day where they will draw, paint; create with clay, mixed media and more. All campers will receive a camp t-shirt. Please bring a sack lunch each day.

Ages: 6-11

Cost: $260

Dates: June 12-16, June 19-23, June 26-30, July 24-28

Time: 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Make Believe & Beyond with AnnaPeter Pan Young imaginations will thrive as children explore these classic stories through theatre activities, storytelling, music movement, costumes,

props and playmaking! The week will conclude with a performance for family & friends.

Ages: 6-8

Cost: $226

Dates: June 19-23

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Make Believe & Beyond with AnnaThumbelina

Young imaginations will thrive as children explore these classic stories through theatre activities, storytelling, music movement, costumes, props and playmaking! The week will conclude with a performance for family & friends.

Ages: 6-8

Cost: $226

Dates: July 24-28

Time: 1-4 p.m. Francis Tuttle 405-717-4900 francistuttle.edu/summer

3D Printing

Take a dive into the world of 3D printing with this fun class that teaches all things 3D! Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Portland

Adventures in Acrylics

Don’t worry if you’ve never painted before. This class is all about exploring and trying new things. Ages:

11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Danforth

Aerospace Adventure

Do you want to be a pilot? Do you want to spend the summer surrounded by airplanes? Practice basic navigation skills in a cross-country flight using the X-Plane 9 Flight Simulator.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Portland

Babysitting 101

Babysitting 101 combines the Babysitting Basics and Advanced classes to help you become the most prepared and busiest babysitter in the neighborhood! Upon completion, you will receive a certificate to add to your portfolio.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 19-23

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Portland

Baking & Pastry Bootcamp

Get in the kitchen and decorate your favorite sweets! Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Becoming an AUTHOR-The writing experience

Fall in love with writing! Students will become immersed in the process of creating descriptive stories. A short story will be created and bound for them to take home at the end of their session.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

CAD Creations

Sketch, Design, and Create! Enter the world of Computer Aided Drafting.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Danforth & Portland

CHOCOLATE, CHOCOLATE, CHOCOLATE

Want to know how to make masterpieces out of delicious chocolate treats? This hands-on class lets you make scrumptious brownies, the perfect cupcakes, mouth-watering cheesecakes, and chocolate sculptures!

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Creative Escape

It is time to look beyond everyday objects and see the clues that are within. We will look at various ways of hiding clues, many in plain sight. Throughout the week there will be many challenges. You will use skill, logic, and clues to defeat the challenges. Will your team have what it takes to “escape” them all?

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Engineering Adventure

Have you ever wondered how things work? Take an adventure through the world of engineering using various simulations to see just how things come to life by building your creations in a virtual design web-based reality. With each project students will build, analyze, simulate, test, and improve their design in “Whiteboxlearning” before building their physical models.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Danforth & Portland

Invention Squad

Love Legos? Love automation? Well this class is for you! You will get to put those two worlds together, and create stuff from Training trackers to solving engineering problems for all types of processes.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Portland

Law & Order

You become the crime scene investigator and get to the bottom of the case! Explore the world of criminal investigations on both the criminal and legal sides. The mock crime scene and courtroom create a handson atmosphere that students can dive into!

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Lights, Camera, Action

For kids who want to make their own movies! This introductory class leads students through storytelling with video. They experience the video creation process from an idea to a finished video. You’ll learn how to write, shoot, and edit using the most up-to-date software that the pros are using.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

OHHH The Pastabilities-MaMa Mia!

Learn how to make handmade Pasta! Capunti, Cavatelli, Orecchiette, Garganelli, and Gnocchi along with delicious sauces to accompany your creations.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Photography 101

This introduction to photography will help young learners understand the basics. Using their own camera from home or their phones, students will understand how camera settings, exposure, and composition will take creative shots and turn them into works of art. Get ready to take on the world of photography and creation after finishing this course!

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

THIS is Rocket Science

If you enjoy the 3 B’s (building, burning, and blowing stuff up), this class is for you! We’ll cover all the science behind rockets: Physics, Chemistry, Forces, Vectors, Thermodynamics, Reaction Rates, and Solutions, just to name a few. Activities include rockets (duh), bridges, mousetrap cars, egg drops, and more.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 19-23

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Danforth

VEX Robotics Fun

The students will work with VEX Robotics kits, and will be introduced to the extensive VEX Hardware and the programming language - RobotC. Students will build a recreational robot vehicle and learn to program it to drive autonomously with closed loop programs using feedback from the sensors, then will add a robotic claw and program the robot to work with a joystick. Finally, students will compete in a series of challenges against each other using their robots to race and claw their way to first place.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Portland

We Create Interactive

Mesh your creativity with the digital world to create interactive media! Each day you will learn something new, from motion design, web development, character animation, game development, and animation. Experiment with all the technology to find out what you enjoy creating!

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Danforth

The WiLd WoRld of LiFe Sciences

We will explore life processes and concepts common to all living organisms and how they fit into the world around us. Come join us to see cells, microbes, DNA, forensic skills, and dissection!

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Construction Kids Plus Learn the basics of building and how to safely use power tools while building some super cool items to take home!

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 12-16

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Who Kneads Dough

You will get to learn about different types of dough while making some of your favorite breads, pastas, and other surprise recipes.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 12-16

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

The ART of Writing

Turn your writing talent into art by combining it with illustration! Students explore different types of art and learn fun, eye-catching ways of illustrating. Combined with the various genres of writing they learn along the way, they get to enhance their own masterpieces.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 19-23, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

HALLOWEEN in June…what?

BOOO! This class is for all the Halloween fans out there! Dive into the Tim Burton classics “Beetlejuice” and “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” Activities, experiments and crafts will tie into each movie. And if you have ever wondered, “Did anyone investigate the crime scene from ‘The Corpse Bride?’” or how to make a glowing dismembered hand or spooky bath bomb, then bring your love of fright and ghouls to the summer!

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 19-23, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Selfies, Shadows & String Art

We get to explore our creative side using selfies, shadows, string art, and more! Students will use art to find their happy place, find joy, and share perspectives about life. Work will take place both inside and outside. Come spend the summer studying, drawing, painting, modeling, and just being our amazing selves!

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 19-23, June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Building Battle

Design, build, and battle! From boats and towers, to cars and catapults, are you the best? Put your engineering skills to the test in this fast-paced class. Come ready to make something new every day and test your design against your classmates and the Defenders!

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Foods from AROUND the World Come create famous foods from all over the world! Students learn interesting and fun facts about the world’s most famous dishes while creating from well-known recipes. They’ll learn the why behind ingredients and techniques used in different countries.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

TRENDING Crafts for TEENS

Ideas from Insta, Tik-Tok, and Pinterest will be made in this fun class!! Like to craft cool stuff for your room, family, or friends? This class includes bath bombs, textured canvases, yarn, and clay crafts, to name just a few.

Ages: 11-15

Cost: $120-150

Dates: June 26-July 30

Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Francis Tuttle- Rockwell

Integris Summer Camp Camp Fun & Fit 5500 N. Independence Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73112 405-949-6888

funandfit@integrisok.com

Camp Fun & Fit is our full time summer child care program. Children are in groups based on age and spend their summer days going

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on field trips, on and off site activities including art projects, cooking projects, outdoor activities, video arcade and other interactive games, science experiments and much more! Fun & Fit is a school-aged child care program for children who are at least four-years-old AND have completed Pre-K to those who are NO OLDER than 12 years as of August 1 of the current year.

Liberty Fest libertyfest.org

Edmond’s Fourth of July Festival LibertyFest has several festival events to excite, entertain and dazzle our audiences. Go to libertyfest.org for more information. June 14-July 4.

Oklahoma Children’s Theatre

2501 North Blackwelder, OKC 405-606-7003

Summer Camps

Our week-long camps are the biggest part of our program and run all summer long. Each week we present a range of exciting classes in a range of disciplines, including theatre, dance, magic, filmmaking, and much, much more. All of our week-long camps are separated by age not experience and our expert instructors tailor each class to the talents of their students.

Ages: 5-13

Cost: $135-240

Dates: May 22-26, May 30-June 2, June 5-9, June 12-16, June 19-23, June 26-30, July 5-7, July 10-14, July 17-21, July 24-28, July 31-August 14

Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Young Company: Student Productions

Our summer wouldn’t be complete without the excitement of productions hitting the big stage. This summer we are bringing two great shows to life with our multi-week production camps. These production camps are part of our regular season and include a demanding rehearsal period and public performance. These shows are perfect for young actors aged 8-16, who are looking for intensive production experience.

These shows have in-depth rehearsal periods, and auditions are required.

Ages: 8-16

Cost: $440-690

Dates: May 30-June 2, June 19-23, July 10-14

Day Camps

Join us for an exciting day of games, activities, crafts, and fun with our end of summer day camps. Campers will chill out at the end of summer with a day filled with engaging activities and surprises.

Ages: 5-13

Cost: $50

Date: August 7 and 8

Oklahoma Railway Museum 3400 NE Grand Blvd, OKC 405-424-8222

Train Rides

Ever wanted to experience a classic train ride? You can. Join us every first and third Saturday of the month from April through August for a train ride with our vintage diesel locomotives and historic passenger coaches.

Cost: $5-12 per person

Times: 9:15, 11:15, 1:15, 3:15

At The Throttle

Take the reins of the “Iron Horse”! “At the Throttle” is coming to the Oklahoma Railway Museum this spring. The program is a unique opportunity for railfans to live their dream of running a diesel locomotive.

Ages: 18+

Cost: $135

Date: May 27

Results Fitness and Nutrition Center 801 Signal Ridge Dr. 405-562-2091

Summer Program

Participants in our summer program receive instruction from a certified personal trainer that specializes in youth fitness. During the course, kids will be taught proper form and training function, nutrition, speed, agility, and endurance. This program is fastpaced and built to challenge students in all aspects of their athletic training

based on their individual/sports needs. Participants in this program meet Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Ages: 8-14

Cost: $150-350

Time: 4-5 p.m.

UCO Oklahoma Center for Arts Education 405-974-3754

Dance & Down Syndrome Music Theatre Camp

We are excited to host our 15th annual Dance & Down Syndrome Music Theatre Camp supported by the Oklahoma Arts Council. The students will participate in daily dance rehearsals, acting rehearsals, and music classes in a fun and safe environment. To culminate our week together, the talents of all involved are showcased during the Friday morning performance for friends and family (11:30 AM).

Ages: 13+

Cost: $150-175

Dates: June 5-9

Time: 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Summer Drama Workshop- Youth Track

Students are broken into groups, with each group participating in daily supervised classes in make-up, scenery, props, costumes, acting, music, and movement. To culminate our week together, the talents of all involved are showcased in a performance for family and friends on Friday evening (5 PM).

Ages: 7-12

Cost: $200-225

Dates: June 5-9, July 17-21

Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

THE Music Camp @ UCO Band, orchestra and choir students this summer camp is for YOU! Each day students will participate in a major ensemble, two music electives and social activities for a fun non-competitive week of music. Placement auditions are on Sunday afternoon (2-7 PM) followed by Pizza Social (7 PM). At the end of our week together, ensemble groups

will perform a concert for friends and family on Saturday morning (11:30 AM). At least 1-year of experience is preferred. Resident options are available for grades 9-12 only.

Ages: 7-12

Cost: $249-620

Dates: June 11-17

Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Summer Drama Workshop- Teen Track

Join us for an incredible week immersed in the world of theatre! Students will audition for roles and then spend the remainder of the week together as a cast blocking, learning lines/songs, and rehearsing for the final production. At the week’s end, everyone will be showcased in a performance for family and friends on Friday evening (5 PM). Every student is guaranteed full participation once their application and registration payment has been processed. There are no audition materials to prepare in advance.

Ages: 13-18

Cost: $200-225

Dates: June 12-16, July 10-14

Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

UCO Jazz Lab 13th Annual Summer Jazz Camp

Join the award-winning UCO Jazz program for a jam-packed week designed to get you playing jazz! Participate daily in combos, masterclasses, improv and theory sessions, jazz history presentations, big band reading sessions and jam sessions in a fun and relaxed environment.

Placement auditions held Sunday afternoon (5-7 PM) are only intended to group students into appropriate combos based on ability level. The final showcase for friends and family is on Friday afternoon (3 PM). Every student is guaranteed full participation once their application and registration payment has been processed. Open to all instrumentalists age 14 and up with at least two years of playing experience.

Ages: 14+

Cost: $400-745

Dates: June 25-30

Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

ACM@UCO Recording Workshop

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Aspiring sound engineers – this workshop is for you! Students will have hands-on opportunities with industry-standard digital audio workstation (DAW) software Pro Tools and Logic X Pro as well as recording in studios, film and live sound. Limited capacity. No experience necessary.

Ages: 14-18

Cost: $200-225

Dates: June 26-30

Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Summer Dance Workshop

Wanna dance? Then join us for a one-week dance-packed workshop with daily classes in ballet, modern, and jazz taught by nationally recognized guest artists and the UCO Dance faculty. To culminate our week together, the talents of all involved are showcased during the Friday afternoon performance for friends and family (4 PM).

Ages: 8-18+

Cost: $200-225

Dates: July 31-August 4

Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. UCO Soccer Camp thecentralsoccer.com

Spring ID Camp

The Spring ID Camp is a one day camp designed to give High School/ Junior College soccer players a day long experience in the life of a high level Division II soccer player at Central Soccer Camps. Players will take part in the same type of training sessions that Broncho soccer players see day in and day out during their college career, working in a hands-on environment directly with Central Soccer coaching staff.

Grades: 8-College Junior

Cost: $135

Date: May 13

Time: 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Central Day Camp

Central Day camps are in their 24th year of existence and are the most exciting training opportunity a young player can experience. The basic fundamentals of soccer skills are introduced, combined with an educational and challenging curriculum that players love taking part in. Each day ends with fun and challenging games that incorporate the skills learned that day. Players participate in a closing ceremony that consists of coaches vs players games, contests, awards, and written evaluations.

Ages: 4-14

Cost: $125

Dates: June 5-8, July 31-August 3

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Summer Talent ID Prospect Camp

The College ID Camp is a very challenging camp designed to give elite soccer players a feel for the game at the college level. Players will expe-

rience an actual college fitness test, participate in intense training sessions that Broncho soccer players see day in and day out, as well as have an opportunity to play against other top prospects in evening matches. This is a commuter camp, campers will be responsible to secure their own lodging, transportation, and meals.

Grades: 8-College Junior

Cost: $125

Dates: July 15, August 5

Time: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Central Attacking & Goalkeeper Camp

This soccer camp is an intense two days of specialized training for the serious soccer players ages 8-18 years, who have a strong desire to learn and train to be the best player that they can be. Campers will be divided into training groups based upon grade.

Ages: 8-18

Cost: $135

Date: August 5-6

Time: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. UCO Softball Camps bronchosoftballcamps.totalcamps. com

Elite Prospect Camp

The Prospect Camp is set up like a live practice with UCO Coaches and Players for 2 hours. The final couple of hours will be teams playing each other in game competition and the off teams will be going through a campus tour with UCO Softball players and recruiting seminar.

Grades: 9-12

Cost: $125

Dates: June 6, July 16

Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Youth Skills Camp

The Youth Skills Camp will be for softball players ages pre K - 8th grade. This is an all skills camp where

they will learn different skills on how to field, throw and hit. This camp will be run by UCO Coaches and UCO Players.

Grades: PreK-8

Cost: $150

Dates: June 26-29

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

UCO Volleyball Camps bronchovolleyballcamps.totalcamps. com

All Skills Camp

In this camp we will cover all fundamental skills as well as some defensive maneuvers. All campers will be placed into smaller groups to ensure the proper instruction and attention. If you would like to be exposed to all skills of volleyball, this is definitely the camp to attend. It’s without a doubt our most attended camp. Camp T-shirt and prizes for contests!

Grades: 3-8

Cost: $190

Dates: June 12-14

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

College Prep All Skills Camp

This camp will be geared toward high school athletes and those that have aspirations of playing in college. The participants will be grouped into smaller teams to maximize touches with the ball. Offensive and defensive skills will be covered and lots of instructions will be given during gamelike drills. Camp T-shirt and prizes for contests!

Grades: 9-12

Cost: $190

Dates: June 12-14

Time: 1-4 p.m.

Defensive Camp Defensive Camp has always been a popular one and will be geared more toward beginner athletes. We will go through serve-receive passing, defending attacked balls and the difference between the two. We will also cover defensive footwork and the athletes

will get lots of repetition touches. Camp T-shirt provided!

Grades: 6-11

Cost: $125

Date: June 15

Times: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-4 p.m.

Advanced Hitter Camp

Attend this camp if you want to become a more efficient hitter by learning proper technique and breaking down the arm swing that will withstand years and years of playing. Learn to increase your vertical and minimize knee injuries. You will be exposed to attacking different speeds of sets. Camp T-shirt provided!

Grades: 8-12

Cost: $80

Date: June 16

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Beginning Hitter Camp

In the Beginner Hitter Camp we will stress all components of hitting from foot work, balance, jumping, mechanics of the arm swing and contact with the ball. Camp T-shirt provided!

Grades: 5-7

Cost: $80

Date: June 16

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. UCO Wellness Center uco.edu/offices/wellness

Endeavor Games

The University of Central Oklahoma’s annual Endeavor Games for Athletes with Physical Disabilities provides children, adults and military service members with physical disabilities an opportunity to display their talents in a proper and competitive setting against individuals with similar disabilities.For more information visit endeavorgames.com/edmond/.

Date: June 8-11

For more information visit: https://edmondlifeandleisure.com/ summer-activities-p23665-86.htm